ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING JANUARY 6, 1997
The January 6, 1997 Organizational Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Gail M. Willis.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Compton and followed by a Moment of Silence. ROLL CALL: All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
Gail M. Willis, acting as Temporary Chairman, asked for nominations from the floor for Chairman to the Schuyler County Legislature for the year 1997. Sidney B. Compton nominated Barbara J. Halpin, seconded by Ernest E. Thurston. There being no further nominations, Mrs. Willis asked for a motion to close the nominations.
RESOLUTION NO. 1 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: CLOSE NOMINATIONS - 1997 CHAIRPERSON OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that nominations for the 1997 Chairperson of the Schuyler County Legislature be closed.
VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Young.
RESOLUTION NO. 2 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPOINTMENT - CHAIR, SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE - 1997
BE IT RESOLVED, that Barbara J. Halpin be Chairperson of the Schuyler County Legislature for the year 1997.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
Legislator Hastings congratulated Chairman Halpin, adding she knows she will do a good job. She explained that she has supported Legislator Fitzsimmons in this position in the past and the decision was a difficult one for her to make. Her decision was based on not having a manager in the county. With Legislator Fitzsimmons being a full-time Dad and having a job, it would be difficult for him. Legislator Franzese stated that she is proud to serve under either one of them. Chairman Halpin thanked them for their support and said she will work very hard to do a good job as Chairman. She looks forward to a challenging job and a great 1997. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 9:02 A.M.: Lee L'Amoreaux congratulated Chairman Halpin. Tom Ryan also congratulated the Chairman and stated that there is a great task ahead of her. The Chairman stated that this is a great legislature to work with.
The Chairman wanted the public to know that there is a public Economic Forum this Wednesday, January 8, 1997 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. It is a good way to start the year.
Legislator Burnside wanted everyone to know that the 1997 tax bills are in the mail.
RESOLUTION NO. 3 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: "CONTINUITY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT" FOR 1997
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 1997, as follows:
Chairman Barbara J. Halpin
#1 Vice-Chairman Angeline B. Franzese
#2 Vice-Chairman Robert J. Fitzsimmons
#3 Vice-Chairman Patricia L. Hastings
#4 Vice-Chairman Charles E. Young
#5 Vice-Chairman Robert E. Burnside
#6 Vice-Chairman Sidney B. Compton
#7 Vice-Chairman Ernest E. Thurston
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 4 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
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. 5 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
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 $3,000,000.00
MARINE MIDLAND BANK, N.A.
Watkins Glen Office
Franklin at Eight Street
Watkins Glen, NY 14891 $3,000,000.00
CHEMUNG CANAL TRUST COMPANY
Montour Falls or Watkins Glen Office
303 W. Main Street
Montour Falls, NY 14865 $3,000,000.00
TOMPKINS COUNTY TRUST COMPANY
Main Street
Odessa, NY 14869 $3,000,000.00
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 6 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
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. 7 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: APPOINTMENT - BUDGET OFFICER FOR 1997
BE IT RESOLVED, that Nancy A. Peters be appointed Budget Officer for the year 1997.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 8 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
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 1997.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 9 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: APPOINTMENT - CHIEF CORONER FOR 1997
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 1997, 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. 10 Motion by Young, Second by Thurston.
RE: APPOINTMENT - HISTORIAN AND DEPUTY HISTORIAN
BE IT RESOLVED, that Barbara Bell be appointed as County Historian and Louise Stillman as Deputy Historian for the year 1997.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 11 Motion by Young, Second by Thurston.
RE: ADOPT SCHEDULE OF SALARIES FOR 1997
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schedule of Salaries for 1997, which is on file in the Legislative Office, be adopted, effective January 1, 1997, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized and directed to pay the county employees according to the 1997 Salary Schedule.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 12 Motion by Young, Second by Thurston.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 426-96/BENEFITS FOR SCHUYLER COUNTY EMPLOYEES NOT COVERED BY A BARGAINING AGREEMENT FOR 1997, 1998 AND 1999
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 426-96 stated that all Schuyler County Employees, not covered by a bargaining agreement, shall receive the employee benefits provided in the Administrative Unit Contract for the years 1997, 1998 and 1999, and
WHEREAS, it is the intention of this resolution that the employees not covered by a bargaining unit in the Sheriff's Department and Highway Department, receive the benefits provided by the respective union contracts for those departments.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 426-96 be amended to read as follows:
"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 for the years 1997, 1998 and 1999, 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 for the years 1997, 1998 and 1999, in all matters not otherwise resolved."
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 13 Motion by Young, Second by Thurston.
RE: MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, two recent promotions within the Sheriff's Department have called to the unit's attention the fact that the salary table set forth on Page 5 in the current union contract is not as intended, and
WHEREAS, the intent was to have promotions receive hourly rate increments of $1.00, $1.10 and $1.20 from the base Deputy Sheriff salary for all three years, and WHEREAS, the current contract's table allows for shorter term employees to receive substantially higher hourly rates than longer term employees, even in the same rank, and
WHEREAS, the unit has requested this memorandum of understanding in order to maintain fair and equitable salaries for its unit members, as well as cost savings for the County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Schuyler County Deputy Sheriffs' Association setting forth the salary table as follows:
GP-I Deputy Sheriff, Correction Officer (non-management)
GP-II Sergeant (Supervisor)
GP-IIa Senior Investigator
GP-III Lieutenant (Supervisor)
1995 1996 1997
GP-I $ 9.88 $10.28 $10.69
GP-II 10.88 11.28 11.69
GP-IIa 10.98 11.38 11.79
GP-III 11.08 11.48 11.89
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 9:08 A.M.: Tom Ryan wanted to thank Legislator Franzese for her services for prior years and for keeping the tax rates down.
The meeting adjourned at 9:10 a.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 13, 1997
The January 13, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Halpin. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Franzese and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 6:30 P.M.: Casey Creamer inquired about the chairs being declared surplus in the Legislative Office. He wanted to know where they were and why they are being declared surplus. Chairman Halpin explained that they are across the hall and they are dangerous because of the way they flip backwards. They will go up for auction this spring.
INTRODUCTION: Ed Anna, Director of Cooperative Extension introduced the new planner Vicki Gilbert, Cindy Regan, 4-H Agent and Coordinator of Hidden Valley 4-H camp and Dawn Smith, Assistant to the Planner in functions. He stated that the job is more than they bargained for. They have restructured their office. On the downside, a long term Agent, Elaine Dalrymple has resigned, She will be moving to Soil & Water Conservation District. Ed handed out a flyer advertising an open house to meet the new employees and to say goodbye to Elaine.
RESOLUTION NO. 14 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 5, 1996 PUBLIC HEARING, DECEMBER 6, 1996 SPECIAL MEETING AND DECEMBER 9, 1996 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the December 5, 1996 Public Hearing, December 6, 1996 Special Meeting and December 9, 1996 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 15 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: REQUEST STATE TO ABANDON MAINTENANCE JURISDICTION OF LAND IN TOWN OF READING ACQUIRED FOR HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler owns certain lands in the Town of Reading more fully described in New York State Department of Transportation, Watkins-Yates County Line, State Highway 5334, Town of Reading, Schuyler County Map 4C, Parcel 151, and
WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler and the State of New York have determined that said property is surplus to the needs of the County and the State, and
WHEREAS, the adjacent property owners, William A. and Sonja B. Mucci, are interested in acquiring such property from the County, and WHEREAS, before the County can convey such land, it needs to request the New York State Department of Transportation to abandon its maintenance jurisdiction over the said parcel.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the New York State Department of Transportation be, and hereby is, requested to release and abandon its maintenance jurisdiction over the property more fully described in New York State Department of Transportation, Watkins-Yates County Line, State Highway 5334, Town of Reading, Schuyler County Map 4C, Parcel 151 and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, directed to send three certified copies of this Resolution to the Regional Real Estate Officer of the New York State Department of Transportation at 93 Main Street, Hornell, New York, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that when all conditions precedent have been satisfied the Chairman of the Legislature and the County Attorney shall take all steps necessary to negotiate a sale of such parcel to the adjacent owners upon such terms as shall be satisfactory to the Chairman and County Attorney and in accordance with Highway Law Section 118-a.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 16 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: REQUEST STATE TO ABANDON MAINTENANCE JURISDICTION OF LAND IN VILLAGE OF MONTOUR FALLS ACQUIRED FOR HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler owns certain lands in the Village of Montour Falls more fully described in New York State Department of Transportation, Surplus Property Case #06-III-212, Montour Falls, S. H. 5160, Schuyler County Map 1 C, Parcel 53, and
WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler and the State of New York have determined that said property is surplus to the needs of the County and the State, and
WHEREAS, the adjacent property owners, Doyle D. Davis, Jr. are interested in acquiring portion of Route 14 Highway Right-of-Way from the County, and
WHEREAS, before the County can convey such land, it needs to request the New York State Department of Transportation to abandon its maintenance jurisdiction over the said parcel.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the New York State Department of Transportation be, and hereby is, requested to release and abandon its maintenance jurisdiction over the property more fully described in New York State Department of Transportation, Surplus Property Case #06-III-212, Montour Falls, S. H. 516O, Schuyler County Map 1C, Parcel 53, and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, directed to send three certified copies of this Resolution to the Regional Real Estate Officer of the New York State Department of Transportation at 93 Main Street, Hornell, New York, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that when all conditions precedent have been satisfied the Chairman of the Legislature and the County Attorney shall take all steps necessary to negotiate a sale of such parcel to the adjacent owners upon such terms as shall be satisfactory to the Chairman and County Attorney and in accordance with Highway Law Section 118-a.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 17 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR CONSOLES - EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
WHEREAS, the Legislature has been notified by the Emergency Management Coordinator of the decrepit condition of the radio consoles in the Emergency Communications Center, and
WHEREAS, the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee recommends the Emergency Management Coordinator advertise for bids to replace the existing radio consoles in order to protect the life, health, safety and property of the public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Emergency Management Coordinator be, and hereby is, authorized to advertise for bids for replacement of the existing radio consoles and equipment in the Emergency Communications Center, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, bids are to be received by the Clerk of the Legislature no later than March 3, 1997 with formal acceptance/rejection of the bids to be made by the Legislature at its April 14, 1997 Regular Meeting.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 18 Motion by Burnside, Second by Young.
RE: DECLARE CHAIRS SURPLUS - LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the chairs in the Legislative Chambers are not in compliance with OSHA standards and pose an injury risk. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, this County Legislature hereby declare as surplus eight (8) wooden arm swivel chairs in the Legislative Office.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 19 Motion by Burnside, Second by Young.
RE: DECLARE TYPEWRITERS SURPLUS - CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL
WHEREAS, there is one inoperable Adler typewriter Model 1020 in the Civil Service/Personnel Department which cannot be repaired at a reasonable cost.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that this County Legislature hereby declare as surplus the Adler typewriter Model 1020 in the Civil Service/Personnel Department and that it be turned over to the Buildings Maintenance Supervisor.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 20 Motion by Burnside, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN OF THE LEGISLATURE TO SIGN RECORDS MANAGEMENT GRANT APPLICATION FORM AND ALL RELATIVE REPORTS 1997-98
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign the LGRMIF grant application form, and all related form(s) and reports, subject, if necessary, to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. The grant application is for a Cooperative Inventory project. The County of Schuyler is the lead agency with the Villages of Odessa and Montour, the Town of Montour and the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County participating. The amount of the application is not to exceed $75,000.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 21 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: RENEW CONTRACT WITH STEUBEN COUNTY FOR THE WORKERS' HEALTHY HEART PROGRAM OF SCHUYLER AND STEUBEN COUNTIES - PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, Steuben County will renew its agreement to pay Schuyler County for its cooperation on the Workers' Healthy Heart Program of Schuyler and Steuben Counties in the amount of $1,000 from July 1, 1996 through June 30, 1997. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute an agreement with Steuben County for the Workers' Healthy Heart Program of Schuyler and Steuben Counties in the amount of $1,000 from July 1, 1996 through June 30, 1997, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 22 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACTS WITH RANDY H. DEAL, I.A.O. FOR REAL PROPERTY TAX DIRECTOR SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Service Agency Director resigned effective December 2, 1996, and
WHEREAS, the tax bills needed to be processed in a timely and accurate manner, and
WHEREAS, Randy H. Deal, I.A.O., is a Real Property Tax Service Agency Director in another county as well as a former Real Property Tax Service Agency Director for Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, it is also necessary to utilize Mr. Deal's expertise until such time as a replacement is found to fill the vacancy in order to meet the obligations of the office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize the following contracts with Randy H. Deal, I.A.O.:
1. For the purpose of processing the 1997 tax bills only at a one time cost of $2,500, and
2. For the purpose of maintaining the obligations of the office month to month as needed at a cost of $1,000.00 per month; both agreements to be written by the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $5,500 from account no. 1355.100 to account no. 1355.435, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that bona fide, good-faith efforts to hire a Real Property Tax Service Agency Director through the Civil Service process be continued and that any continuing contractual relationship with Mr. Deal shall be terminable upon hiring a Director.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 23 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: AUTHORIZE APPLICATION AND DESIGNATION OF LEAD AGENCY FOR CANAL CORRIDOR INITIATIVE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, Schuyler County is considering submission of an application under the Fiscal 1997 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Canal Corridor Initiative, and
WHEREAS, two public hearings will be held to obtain the views of residents on community development and housing needs, and
WHEREAS, the Villages of Watkins Glen and Montour Falls are interested in submitting a combined application with the County as lead agency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to submit an application, on behalf of the County, Villages of Montour Falls and Watkins Glen, for funds available through the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development Canal Corridor Initiative, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk be directed to advertise the two required public hearings as directed by the Legislature.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 24 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPOINTMENT - SOUTHERN TIER CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the appointment of Victoria Gilbert to the Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board effective immediately to fill the unexpired term of Corry Buckwalter expiring December 31, 1997.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 25 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIP
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $1.25 from Legislative account no. 1010.401 (Miscellaneous) to Medical Scholarship account no. 2980.418 (Insurance).
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 26 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Office has received its final billing/buyout on the copier in the office, and
WHEREAS, there were no monies budgeted in 1997 for the same.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be, and hereby is, authorized to transfer $84.80 from account no. 1355.430 to account no. 1355.603.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Hastings reported on the Health Services Committee. She stated that they had a meeting with the District Agencies of Mental Health. She said it is refreshing to have comments made that Schuyler County has started changes in the health field where other counties are just talking about it. She also said John Strohl, a representative from the State Office of Mental Health, was there. He explained that the State Mental Health Commissioner has some questions about the County's request. She has not heard from the New York State Department of Health yet. She has been down in the Public Health office all day and most of the week learning about their operations.
Legislator Hastings also reported on the Stream Bank Program. She is very proud of the people involved in the program. To see Chemung and Schuyler County working together is great. They were advised by Kuhl's office that this is what they need to do because of funds not being there. The property owner will be requesting help from the towns by showing what cleanup they feel is necessary. The property owner pays 1/3 of the cost, the Town pays 1/3 and the rest comes out of Soil & Water Conservation monies that the county has given them in their budget. Right now they need to see who can be the lead agency. Once the application is done, then the Town boards see what they have in their budget to contribute. The application is passed on to a three member board consisting of one Town Supervisor, one County representative and someone from Soil & Water. They review them and assess what they think needs to be done first. Legislator Thurston said the 1/3 share by the Towns can be an in-kind service if they do not have it budgeted. The homeowner is responsible to do the initiative by applying for cleanup. Attorney Coleman added that the homeowners share must be paid in advance.
Legislator Hastings commented on the resolution on the Healthy Heart Program. The program goes from July to July. She feels it is a great idea.
Chairman Halpin reported on the Legislative Committee. The 1996 and proposed 1997 goals will be discussed Friday, January 17, 1997. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: The Chairman informed the Legislature that they have received five very competitive insurance proposals. She will be meeting with Mark Hagan from Perry and Swartwood tomorrow to discuss them.
Legislator Thurston gave an update on the County's Web page. He hopes to announce the address soon, however, it is not up and running right now.
The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING JANUARY 17, 1997
The January 17, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 3:30 p.m. by Chairman Halpin. All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
Legislator Franzese read a statement for the record. "Based on the information that our boiler policy can be extended, I will vote no on this special meeting. If I am forced to vote today I am not prepared to support any of the proposals received. I have questions to follow up. We hired a good consultant who included at our direction adding coverage options in the RFP's that could improve or effect our coverage and the costs. We need time to carefully review and decide on which options we want or agree with as a legislature. Not all agents quoted the options, some noted rates could be followed up on. I disagree with hiring an agent and then sitting down to discuss what the total package will cost. The overall cost of insurance should be our concern. Let's take time to find out now, not later."
Legislator Franzese suggested that they go over options and ask for prices. Mark Hagan said his recommendation is to accept the proposal and variety of optional quotations and empower the Chairman to select the options. Legislator Franzese stated that they need to know bottom line and the overall package total. Mark explained that the choice of options will not effect the overall prices. Legislator Franzese said that there are some prices not listed. Mark told the legislature he was confident to predict that it won't change. Legislator Franzese asked Mark if he would object to going over the figures. Chairman Halpin stated that they hired Mark for his opinion and he gave it to us. Legislator Franzese asked if it was an emergency. Mark explained that in two weeks the county's insurance runs out. Legislator Fitzsimmons commented on the recent proud history of services for the construction process. We hired this consultant, we now should move forward. It would be very helpful for our citizens if we do this on a two or three year cycle. Legislator Thurston asked Mark if after reviewing the proposals, it is in the best interest to accept his report. Mark said yes, it would be..
RESOLUTION NO. 27 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
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 Proposal for Property/Casualty Insurances for the County of Schuyler
VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Compton, Franzese.
RESOLUTION NO. 28 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
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 & Swartwood, Inc., for consultant services relative to the RFP process, and
WHEREAS, proposals were due January 10, 1997 and five (5) 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., 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, and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to act immediately in order to convert the coverage prior to the expiration of the current policies on or before February 1, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of Perry & Swartwood, Inc., this Legislature hereby accept the proposal received from E.C. Cooper, Inc., for property/casualty insurance coverage, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to negotiate the final package and execute any necessary documents to effectuate the change in coverage immediately.
VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Compton, Franzese.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Jeff Farmer asked if the insurance information from Perry & Swartwood would be available for the public. The Chairman responded affirmatively.
The meeting adjourned at 3:55 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING FEBRUARY 10, 1997
The Public Hearing on the Canal Corridor Initiative Program was called to order at 6:08 p.m. by Chairman Halpin. All Legislators were present except Legislator Compton who was excused. County Attorney Coleman was also present. There was one member of the public present.
Presentation given by: Lee L'Amoreaux, Director, Five Lakes Development; Victoria Gilbert, Cooperative Extension Planner; and Dawn Smith, Planning Assistant.
Lee L'Amoreaux stated that Vickie Gilbert had attended a two day seminar in January. This is a unique opportunity for the county. The county is joined in a region that consists of Seneca and Cayuga Lakes. The correct verbiage and a map locating the projects has to be submitted. There has to be physical ties and working ties in each area to meet the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) criteria. There are three areas, Section 108 loan funding, grants and the private sector. Currently there are two private sectors, Seneca Daysails' project and Finger Lakes Railway Corporation for fixed rail passenger excursions. They both look real positive. Future projects for HUD may tie in with Watkins Glen International (WGI) as far as tourism.
Vickie Gilbert handed out a Consolidated Development Plan Draft that will be submitted with the application. The specific interests are land-based, water-based and rail-based to develop and promote our area. With the two projects currently listed, jobs will be created. The Railway line would have passenger class status and would run from Seneca Harbor Park to Glenora Winery. Seneca Daysails would create three new jobs. Legislator Franzese inquired about the railway passing two other wineries located on the lake. Lee explained that with the time frame they had to deal with, this is just a preliminary plan, it can be looked at. Vickie informed Legislator Franzese that the other wineries will need special platforms constructed in order to participate. Tom Ryan asked Vickie about the grant money from HUD. He wanted to know how much the county would have to pay. Vickie explained that there are two different funding streams, a loan guarantee and a small city block grant. They are looking at structuring a loan and grant together. Lee also explained that the loan would be taken out by the county. There is a flexible HUD interest rate of 6.5% for this loan. They could end up with 4% rate if more money is involved. Right now, grants do not look very favorable. The more money businesses can put in, the less the county has to pay. They can pick and choose within our area and they may only pick one project. Legislator Hastings stated that the projects will bring money into the county. Vickie explained that the challenge is to use the existing attributes in the county and these two projects are real based. It has to tie into the overall scope and have its key elements meet the threshold criteria. The hearing adjourned at 6:30 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 10, 1997
The February 10, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:33 p.m. by Chairman Halpin. All Legislators were present except Legislator Compton who was excused. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer inquired why resolution no. 56 was missing a representative from the Town of Hector. The Clerk clarified that there wasn't one submitted Tom Ryan asked about resolution no. 55 on the staggered terms for the Legislators. He wanted to know why it was being brought up again. He thought it was a slap in the face to the electorate who voted it down.
PRESENTATION ON SONAR FROM THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL: Presentation given by: Ruth Young, Phil Miller, Jim Murphy and Charles Franzese.
Jim Murphy administered a handout to the Legislature and public explaining his presentation. Legislator Thurston asked Jim what the detrimental effect would be on the fish and wildlife by using SONAR. Jim explained that the report from the DEC on flourodome states that there doesn't appear to be acute effects. Legislator Thurston asked if they were to keep treating the weeds, would it build up. Jim stated that it would eventually be flushed out by humans. Legislator Franzese had a few questions about the moth study explained on the handout. She feels that would be the way to go. She also thought there might be some bond money for them to use to research this further. Jim explained that he is not recommending anything. Ruth Young said that the moths are already there, it is a natural phenomenon. They have followed the milfoil. Jim stated that there is a lot of research to be done yet and they need a long term solution. He feels that SONAR is the best option. Legislator Hastings was concerned about the dosage having to become stronger the more they treat the weeds. Jim stated that it could work that way. Legislator Young wanted to know how they would identify an increase in residue and its continuous use. Ruth explained that the molecules are like a city, they break up into neighborhoods.
RESOLUTION NO. 29 Motion by Young, Second by Thurston.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 30, 1996 YEAR END MEETING, JANUARY 6, 1997 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING, JANUARY 13, 1997 REGULAR MEETING AND JANUARY 17, 1997 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the December 30, 1996 Year End Meeting, January 6, 1997 Organizational Meeting, January 13, 1997 Regular Meeting and January 17, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 30 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPROVAL AND RATIFICATION OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT COVERING EMPLOYEES IN THE SCHUYLER COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT
WHEREAS, representatives of the County have engaged in Collective Bargaining with the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc., for employees in the Schuyler County Administrative Unit, and
WHEREAS, a tentative agreement upon terms and conditions for a new contract for calendar years 1997, 1998 and 1999 was reached with respect to employees in the Schuyler County Administrative Unit, and
WHEREAS, the County is in receipt of a letter dated January 27, 1997 that the agreement has been duly ratified by the employees of the aforesaid bargaining unit.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby ratify and approve the terms and contents of said collective bargaining agreement between the County of Schuyler and the Schuyler County Administrative Unit, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute the aforementioned agreement. VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 31 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND 1996 COUNTY BUDGET - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, additional funding has been approved for the Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling and Referral Agency and the Council on Alcoholism and other Chemical Dependencies of the Finger Lakes, Inc., the following agreement and budget modifications are required.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the County Treasurer to amend the following accounts:
REVENUE
State Funds 4322.3490 $19,180
EXPENSES
Finger Lakes Alcoholism
Counseling and Referral Agency 4322.0336 $11,180
Council on Alcoholism & Other Chemical
Dep. Of the Finger Lakes, Inc. 4322.0550 $ 8,000, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the expenditures for these items.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 32 Motion by Burnside, Second by Hastings.
RE: AMEND CONTRACT - SCHUYLER COUNTY CHAPTER ARC, INC. - 1996 - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, additional funding has been approved for the Schuyler Arc, Inc., for the year 1996, the following agreement and budget modifications are required.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the County Treasurer to amend the following accounts:
REVENUE State Aid 4322.3490 $29,862
EXPENSES
Schuyler Arc, Inc. 4322.0504 $29,862, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the expenditures for these items.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 33 Motion by Burnside, Second by Hastings.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, vacancies exist on the Community Services Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following individuals be appointed to the Community Services Board for the terms expiring as indicated:
Doris 'China' Vangsnes December 31, 2000
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 34 Motion by Burnside, Second by Hastings.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - MENTAL HEALTH SUBCOMMITTEE - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, vacancies exist on the Mental Health Subcommittee.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following individuals be appointed to the Mental Health Subcommittee for the terms expiring as indicated:
Michael Gehl December 31, 2000
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 35 Motion by Burnside, Second by Hastings.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - MENTAL RETARDATION/DEVELOPMENT DISABILITIES SUBCOMMITTEE - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, vacancies exist on the Mental Retardation/Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following individuals be appointed to the Mental Retardation/Development Disabilities Subcommittee for the terms expiring as indicated:
Mary LaRue December 31, 1997
Dorothy Scholtisek December 31, 1997
Barbara Locke December 31, 1997
Doris 'China' Vangsnes December 31, 2000
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 36 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: CREATE HEALTH SERVICES TASK FORCE
WHEREAS, the County and Schuyler Hospital feel it would be beneficial to have a task force developed as a means of coordinating priorities and services, and
WHEREAS, each entity will appoint members to serve on the task force.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Health Services Task Force is hereby established, and that the Legislature approve the Chairman's appointment of Duane Spilde, Patricia Hastings and Judith Phillips as the County's representatives on the task force, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Task Force report back to committee whose members are Barbara Halpin, Patricia Hastings, Ernest Thurston, Charlotte Callanan, Thomas Gifford and Lyndon Marshall.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 37 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: CONTRACT WITH SCHUYLER HOSPITAL, INC., FOR HOME HEALTH SERVICES FROM 2/1/97 - 9/15/97
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 219, passed July 8, 1996, authorized a contract between the Schuyler County Home Health Agency and Schuyler Hospital, Inc., for home health aide services, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler Hospital may also provide nurses and personal care aides to the Home Health Agency. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature is hereby authorized to sign an amended contract with Schuyler Hospital, Inc., to provide additional home health services as needed from 2/1/97 through 9/15/97, 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
Personal Care Aide I $12.75/hour
Personal Care Aide II $12.75/hour
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 38 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: CREATE TASK FORCE FOR FAMILY AND CHILDREN SERVICES
WHEREAS, it has been recommended by the Center for Governmental Research that the County Legislature appoint department heads to develop a plan over the next six months to move toward a more consolidated approach to delivering services to children and youth in the county, and
WHEREAS, there is already in place a long range Planning Committee of the Youth Board consisting of Lola Mitchell, Anne Balch and Ronald Alexander, and
WHEREAS, it is further recommended that the Legislature be represented on this task force as well as Kathy Hayes, NYS training coordinator, the Director of Patient Services and Director of Community Services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Task Force for Family and Children Services is hereby established, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the appointment of the following individuals to said Task Force:
Lola Mitchell, Youth Bureau Director, CHAIR Anne Balch, Social Services Commissioner Ronald Alexander, Probation Director Barbara Regan, Patient Services Director Kathy Hayes, NYS Training Coordinator Duane Spilde, Community Services Director Patricia Hastings, Legislator VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 39 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPLICATION FOR JUVENILE CRIME PREVENTION GRANT
WHEREAS, there is a Juvenile Crime Prevention Grant available to the County which could be used to re-open the Teen Center, and
WHEREAS, the Human Services Committee recommends the Youth Bureau Director write said grant, which has to be applied for by January 31, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Youth Bureau Director be, and hereby is, authorized to apply for Juvenile Crime Prevention Grant for 1997.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 40 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPOINTMENT TO PINS DIVERSION PLANNING TEAM - PROBATION
WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler has forwarded and received approval for submission of plans to the State of New York for dealing with at-risk youth yearly commencing in 1987, and
WHEREAS, it is now seen feasible to add an educational component to the preparation and submission of said plans, and also to include alcoholism services in said endeavor, and
WHEREAS, both Odessa-Montour Central School and Watkins Glen Central School officials have been contacted and are willing to serve, as is a representative from the alcoholism area in the community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Michael Johnston of the Odessa-Montour Central School District, and Michael O'Loughlin of the Watkins Glen School District be appointed to serve on the PINS Planning team, and that a representative of FLACRA (Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling and Referral Agency) be appointed to said team.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 41 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: REQUEST STATE TO INCREASE RATE OF REIMBURSEMENT FOR PAROLE VIOLATION ASSIGNED COUNSEL WHEREAS, state parole violators are entitled to have counsel assigned to represent them in connection with parole hearings, and
WHEREAS, these parole violators are state prisoners and counsel are assigned to represent these violators by the state court system, and
WHEREAS, at one time, the state reimbursed the county for 100% of the fees paid to these assigned counsel, and
WHEREAS, the state has now shifted nearly 90% of this burden to the county although these parole violators are in no way or fashion a county responsibility.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby urge the Governor and Legislature of the State of New York to enact legislation which would require the state to reimburse the county for the entire cost of assigning counsel to represent parole violators at their parole violations hearings, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Governor George E. Pataki, Senators Stephen M. Saland, Vincent Leibell and John Kuhl, Assemblymen Willis H. Stephens Jr., Thomas Kirwan, Joel M. Miller, Patrick R. Manning and James Bacalles, NYSAC and ClAS.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 42 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR A PATROL BOAT FOR SCHUYLER COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, money has been made available through State funding and also through a grant, for the purchase of a patrol boat, motor and trailer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Sheriff be authorized to advertise for bids for a boat, motor and trailer for the Sheriff's Department, with bid specifications available through the Schuyler County Purchasing office, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the bids will be received until 1:30 p.m. on February 21, 1997 at the Schuyler County Legislative Office, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY 14891, at which time they will be opened and reviewed by the Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee. The County of Schuyler reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 43 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside. RE: AMEND 1996 AND 1997 BUDGETS FOR COURT SECURITY - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, an additional $11,000 has been appropriated for 1996-97 court security in Schuyler County increasing the original contract from $33,100 to $44,100.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign the amendment to the agreement, after approval by the County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Sheriff's 1996 budget be amended as follows:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO.
$4,350 Expense account no. 3150.119
$4,350 Revenue account no. 3150-3330, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Sheriff's 1997 budget be amended as follows:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO.
$6,650 Expense account no. 3150.119
$6,650 Revenue account no. 3150-3330
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 44 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRUCK LEASE - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, money has been appropriated to lease a truck for the Animal Control Officer, and
WHEREAS, such lease has been obtainable through the State bidding procedure.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to sign a three-year lease for a 1997 Dodge pickup truck, through the State leasing procedure in the amount of $289 per month; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 45 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: ESTABLISH GRADE OF SUPERVISOR OF FISCAL OPERATIONS AND COMPUTER SERVICES POSITION IN THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, the duties of the Accounting Supervisor Grade 'B' have greatly expanded since 1994, and
WHEREAS, these duties include coordinating the new Connections Computer System for the Children's Services Unit which, if not coordinated by a department employee, would cost the county $45,000/ year to contract with the State for this service, and
WHEREAS, in order to recruit and retain qualified candidates, the current qualifications and salary need to be commensurate with the responsibility of the position, and
WHEREAS, the Civil Service Commission has reviewed the revised duties statement and titled the position Supervisor of Fiscal Operations and Computer Services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby establish the grade level for the new title of Supervisor of Fiscal Operations and Computer Services position in the Department of Social Services at Grade XXVII, with a 1997 hourly rate of $14.24 effective immediately.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 46 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR HIGHWAY MATERIALS & SUPPLIES FOR 1997
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 103 of the 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 1997 and/or participate with the State of New York in its bids, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby designate the Highway Superintendent or his designee, to open bids, announce results publicly at the designated time and place, then tabulate and make recommendation to the Legislature, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that, as in the past, the Towns of Schuyler County and any municipality in Schuyler County so authorized by County Resolution be allowed to participate in said bids. VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 47 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE LOCAL WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION PROGRAM FOR SENECA HARBOR PARK SCHEMATIC DESIGN
WHEREAS, the County applied for and received a $75,000 grant through 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 for the implementation of the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program with the local match being met through a fund raising campaign headed by Five Lakes Development Corporation, and
WHEREAS, the County previously approved the concept of the Seneca Harbor Park schematic design project and further authorized a Memorandum of Understanding with Five Lakes Development for the administration of the aforementioned grant monies and project, and
WHEREAS, the guidelines of the grant require the County to execute all necessary documents relative to this project and pay the bills. It is understood that reimbursement is to be made by the State of New York, and Five Lakes Development Corporation. The contract for this agreement with the State of New York having been fully executed and on file, and
WHEREAS, Hunt Engineers has been retained to develop the project specifications, and the specifications and all contracts must be approved by the State of New York prior to proceeding through each phase.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize the advertisement and procurement of all necessary bids for the construction of the Seneca Harbor Park schematic design project, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute any necessary documents relative to the project; all of the above subject to the approval of the State of New York Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 48 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL AND EDUCATIONAL PUBLICITY SERVICES WHEREAS, the County has appropriated monies for the Environmental Management Council and for Educational/Publicity under Solid Waste in its budgets for several years, and
WHEREAS, it is recommended to appropriate these monies directly to Cornell Cooperative Extension in one lump sum versus the voucher process under a joint contract in an effort to simplify the process.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a contract with Cornell Cooperative Extension for Environmental Management Council services for the year 1997 at a cost of $1,000, and Educational/Publicity services for the year 1997 at a cost of $2,000; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 49 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Young.
RE: APPROVE APPLICATIONS FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL - TOWN OF DIX, TAX MAP #65.13-1-81, STEPHANY, AND TAX MAP #65.13-1-89, VILLAGE OF WATKINS GLEN
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Service Agency has received applications for correction of taxes for tax map number 65.13-1-81 in the Town of Dix for property owned by Mark E. And Leira L. Stephany, and for tax map number 65.13-1-89 for property owned by the Village of Watkins Glen, due to a clerical error, RPTL Section 550(2)(I), a mistake in the transcription of a relevied school tax. The relevied school tax of $560.58 should be applied to tax map #65.13-1-81 and removed from tax map #65.13- 1-89, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Real Property Tax Assistant and the Governmental Operations Committee that said application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute approval of said applications.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 50 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Young.
RE: TRANSFER OF SECTION 18 TRANSPORTATION RESPONSIBILITIES
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby appoints the Chairman of the Legislature as Schuyler County's Section 18 Transportation Coordinator, including responsibility of coordinating public transportation services for county residents and bus operations account no. 5630.4, effective immediately. VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 51 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Young.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 427-96 WHICH ADOPTS THE MATRIX FOR MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY INCREASES FOR 1997
BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 427-96 be amended by changing the matrix to read as follows:
Salary Range Excellent More than Good Less than Unsatisfactory Expected Expected Mid - 4% 3.5% 3% 0% 0 Maximum Minimum - Mid 4.5% 4% 3.5% 0% 0
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 52 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 1 OF THE YEAR 1997 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 1997
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has determined the salaries for certain public officials for the year 1997, 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. 1 of the year 1997, 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 March 10, 1997 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 1997
A Local Law Setting the Salaries of Certain Public Officers for the year 1997.
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, 1997.
2. The following public officers are subject to the provision hereof:
Commissioner of Social Services $40,580
Undersheriff $35,850
Confidential Secretary, District Attorney $11,108
Superintendent of Highways $35,617
Deputy Superintendent of Highways $32,104
Assistant District Attorney $19,618
County Attorney $36,514
Assistant County Attorney $30,283
Confidential Secretary, County Attorney $20,900
Clerk of Board of Legislature $26,288
Deputy Clerk of Legislature $20,800
Public Defender $29,642
Deputy County Treasurer $27,692
Purchasing Agent $22,770
Deputy County Clerk $23,586
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. 53 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SHAPIRO'S UNIFORM RENTAL - BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the Purchasing Agent researched uniform rental outfits and has recommended a more cost-effective means of providing uniforms for the Buildings and Grounds Department.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a three-year term rental service agreement to run concurrent with the agreement with the Highway Department with Shapiro's Uniform Rental for the Buildings and Grounds Department at an approximate cost of $1,200 per year for weekly garment service, there being monies in the 1997 Buildings and Grounds Department budget for the same; subject to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 54 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR ABSTRACTING SERVICES - AS AMENDED
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to advertise for bids for abstracting services for 1997, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, bids are to be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 20, 1997 by the Clerk of the Legislature, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a Special Meeting of the Legislature be called for Friday, March 24, 1997 at 3:30 p.m. for the purpose of opening, considering and accepting/rejecting said bids, as well as consideration of the bids for the navigation patrol boat for the Sheriff's Department. The County of Schuyler reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 55 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 2 OF THE YEAR 1997 SETTING FOUR-YEAR STAGGERED TERMS OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE - FAILED
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law regarding setting four-year staggered terms of the Schuyler County Legislature was heretofore introduced and was disapproved by the electorate at the November, 1996 elections, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation that said Local Law be submitted to the electorate for reconsideration at the November, 1997 Election. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 2 of the Year 1997, 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 March 10, 1997 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 1997
For four-year staggered terms of the Schuyler County Legislature.
TERM OF OFFICE: Notwithstanding the provisions of any general, special or local law to the contrary, members of the Schuyler County Legislature shall be elected to staggered terms of four (4) years.
STAGGERED TERMS OF OFFICE: In each of the three (3) Election Districts heretofore established in the County of Schuyler, the successful candidates for election to the County Legislature shall be elected to staggered four (4) year terms as follows:
DETERMINATION OF STAGGERED TERMS: No later than June 9, 1997, the Chairman of the Legislature shall conduct a drawing for determination of the initial staggered terms for successful candidates in the three (3) Election Districts as follows:
A. Prior to the June, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Legislature, the County Attorney shall secretly prepare slips bearing the designations: "DISTRICT I", "DISTRICT II" and "DISTRICT III" and secretly place them in plain opaque envelopes bearing no external markings whatever. The County Attorney shall preserve the secrecy thereof and proceed in accordance with sub-paragraph B, below.
B. At the Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature on June 9, 1997, the County Attorney shall present the Chairman with the three envelopes in a suitable container whereupon the Chairman shall draw and open each envelope according to the following formula: the first Election District chosen shall have a term of four (4) years; the second three (3) years; and the remaining District two (2) years.
1. The District having been drawn for a four (4) year term in accordance with the above procedure shall be elected for a term of (4) years at the election of the legislature seats to be held in the year 1998 and shall be likewise elected for terms of four (4) years in the election to be held in the year 2001 and successively at four (4) year intervals thereafter.
2. The District having been drawn for a three (3) year term in accordance with the above procedure shall be elected for a term of three (3) years at the election for legislature seats to be held in the year 1998, but shall be elected for a term of four (4) years in the election to held in the year 2000 and successively at four (4) year intervals thereafter. 3. The District having been drawn for a two (2) year term in accordance with the above procedure shall be elected for a term of two (2) years at the election for legislature seats to be held in the year 1998, but shall be elected for a term of four (4) years in the election to be held in the year 1999 and successively at four (4) year intervals thereafter.
COUNTY ATTORNEY/LEGISLATIVE CLERK: The term of the County Attorney and the Clerk of the Legislature shall be four (4) years beginning on January 1, 1998. The terms of any other officer whose term is determined by reference to that of the Legislature shall likewise be four (4) years.
EFFECTIVE DATE: This local law shall be submitted for the approval of the qualified electors of the County of Schuyler at a general election to be held in November, 1997. If this law is approved by the affirmative vote of the majority of the qualified electors in the County voting thereon, this law shall become effective immediately.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young expressed that he would like to see four year staggered terms. However, the public voted it down so he will be voting no on this resolution. Legislator Hastings stated that it only lost by 136 votes and that is not a majority. She feels it should come under consideration again. Legislator Franzese stated that she would be voting no also because a two year term is relative to the State Senate and Assembly also. She believes that the people have had their say and if the Legislators do their job they will be re-elected. Legislator Fitzsimmons believes it might be appropriate to re- considered the question because it would reduce time spent on campaigning. Legislator Burnside feels two years is a good orientation period, however then you need another two years to do the job. Legislator Thurston stated that as a new legislator, two years is not enough, not even enough to scratch the surface. For example, the Web Page took us over thirteen months to finish and we thought it would take a month or two. He also stated that the county needs continuity.
VOTE: Failed 4-3. Noes: Young, Franzese, Fitzsimmons.
RESOLUTION NO. 56 Motion by Young, Second by Thurston.
RE: ONE-YEAR APPOINTMENTS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the following appointments effective immediately and terminating December 31, 1997 to the following programs, board and councils, to wit:
CHILD CARE COUNCIL Patricia L. Hastings SULLIVAN TRAIL RESOURCE, CONSERVATION & DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Patricia L. Hastings COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE Ernest E. Thurston FIRE SAFETY ADVISORY BOARD Beaver Dams - Gerald Green and George Miller Burdett - Mark Martin and Roy Stegner Mecklenburg - Richard Robertson and Jay Russell Monterey - Ron Ames, Jr. and Mike Pierce Montour Falls - Rick Yaw and Mike Barr Odessa - Robert Burns Tyrone - William Kennedy and Tom Dykes Valois-Logan-Hector - Tim Wickham and Tom Harbot Watkins Glen - Bruce Beardsley and Charles Smith, Jr. PLANNING COMMISSION Barlow Rhodes - Town of Catharine Marion Boyce - Town of Dix Tom Ryan - Town of Montour George Ferri - Town of Orange Kay Anderson - Town of Reading Robert Chadeayne - Town of Tyrone Dale Walters - Village of Burdett Steve Kenyon - Village of Montour Falls Floyd Seeley - Village of Odessa Bill Howell - Vice Chair, Tourism Barbara Chapman - Medical Anette Martin - Business Tom Brace - Ex-Officio John Shimonsky - Ex-Officio
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 57 Motion by Young, Second by Thurston.
RE: TWO-YEAR APPOINTMENTS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the following appointments effective immediately and terminating December 31, 1998 to the following programs, board and councils, to wit:
NATIONAL ORGANIZATION ON DISABILITY Michael Wolak ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL Charles Franzese, Chair - Town of Dix James Murphy, Vice Chair - Town of Catharine Benjamin Dickens - Town of Hector Tom Carson - Town of Montour Robert A. Horton - Town of Orange Phil Miller - Town of Tyrone Mark Martin - Village of Burdett Mary German - Village of Odessa James Howell - Watershed Department Ruth Young - Member-at-Large James Hazlitt - Member-at-Large Bruce Adams - Member-at-Large Ramona Barton - Member Emeritus Tom Brace - Ex-Officio Barbara Halpin - Chairman of the Legislature Robert Fitzsimmons - Legislator Michelle LaDue-Benjamin - Secretary
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 58 Motion by Young, Second by Thurston.
RE: AMEND 1997 SALARY SCHEDULE AND AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS
WHEREAS, since the adoption of the Salary Schedule at the January 6, 1997 Regular Meeting, the Administrative Unit agreement has been ratified and the matrix for Management/Confidential Salary personnel has been amended, both requiring amendment of the 1997 Salary Schedule, and
WHEREAS, the salary increases were appropriated into one account in the 1997 budget and need to be disbursed to the appropriate departmental budgets.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schedule of Salaries for 1997, as on file in the Legislative Office, 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 1997 Salary Schedule and make any necessary transfers within accounts to cover said increases.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 59 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: SET RATE FOR TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT (MILEAGE)
BE IT RESOLVED, that all authorized personnel be allowed to claim mileage reimbursement at the rate of $.29 per mile when using their personal vehicle, effective January 1, 1997.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 60 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young. RE: SUPPORT LEGISLATION TO AMEND THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW IN RELATION TO REQUIREMENTS FOR THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF CLAIM
WHEREAS, there has been legislation re-introduced in the NYS Assembly which would expand instances in which a municipality can require a notice of defect as a condition precedent to negligence against the municipality, and
WHEREAS, this bill would require that a notice of claim be filed prior to any incident involving defective, unsafe or dangerous conditions of any real property, structure, fixture, equipment or apparatus owned by or under the care, management or control of any public corporation, and
WHEREAS, it is believed such legislation will reduce liability exposure, thereby reducing the burden on local taxpayers.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby goes on record as supporting Assembly Bill 998 to amend the General Municipal Law in relation to requirements for the filing of a notice of claims, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk be directed to send certified copies of this resolution to Assemblymen John J. Faso and James Bacalles, NYSAC AND ClAS.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 61 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: RESOLUTION OF OPPOSITION TO THE PROPOSED REDUCTION IN CONSOLIDATED HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CHIPS) OPERATING AID
WHEREAS, the Governor has proposed in his 1997-1998 Executive Budget a $35.8 million reduction in Consolidated Highway Improvement Program operating aid, and
WHEREAS, this proposed reduction would eliminate CHIPS Operating funds for counties and large cities in New York, and
WHEREAS, for the past fifteen years this program has experienced unqualified success in encouraging state and local partnerships for road and bridge improvements, and
WHEREAS, the proposed reduction is viewed as a step backward in the State's commitment to improving our local infrastructure, and
WHEREAS, if the proposed reduction took place, counties would be required to either raise property taxes to pay for road and bridge repairs, or delay or cancel vital highway safety projects, and WHEREAS, Schuyler County would be paralyzed by the implications of the proposed funding reduction considering the poor conditions of its roads, and especially bridges.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby go on record as opposing the Governor's proposed $35.8 million reduction in Consolidated Highway Improvement Program operating aid for the safety and welfare of its citizens, as well as the livelihood of the County, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk be directed to send certified copies of this resolution to Governor George E. Pataki, Assemblyman James Bacalles, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assembly Majority Leader Bragman, Senate Majority Leader Bruno, NYSAC AND ClAS.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Burnside requested that the public send letters of support to their representatives on this issue. Legislator Franzese agreed and thought letters to the local paper would be good also.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 62 Motion by Burnside, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH GEORGIANNA PRICE FOR PRESCHOOL SPEECH THERAPY
WHEREAS, Schuyler County must provide speech therapy to eligible preschool children according to Section 4410 of the Education Law, and
WHEREAS, Georgianna Price is a licensed speech - language pathologist and certified teacher of the speech and hearing handicapped and will provide these services at the rate of $35 per half-hour session.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a contract with Georgianna Price to provide preschool speech therapy services from February 10, 1997 through June 30, 1997 at the rate of $35 per half hour session; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 63 Motion by Burnside, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPLICATION FOR EVEN START GRANT
WHEREAS, there is an Even Start Grant available to the County which can be used in conjunction with the school districts to provide family-based services to children to help them prepare for school, and WHEREAS, the Human Services Committee recommends the Youth Bureau Director write said grant, the Letter of Intent having to be submitted January 31, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Youth Bureau Director be, and hereby is, authorized to send a Letter of Intent for the Even Start Grant Program for 1997.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 64 Motion by Burnside, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACTS WITH COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM & OTHER CHEMICAL DEPENDENCIES OF THE FINGER LAKES, INC. AND FINGER LAKES ALCOHOLISM COUNSELING & REFERRAL AGENCY FOR PHONE SERVICE AGREEMENTS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute ongoing contracts with the following agencies for telephone service in the new Mental Health Building as follows:
BETWEEN Council on Alcoholism & Other Chemical Dependencies of the Finger Lakes, Inc., cost to include a monthly line charge of $12.50 and a monthly phone charge plus 15% administrative cost per line.
BETWEEN Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling & Referral Agency, cost to include a monthly line charge of $12.50 and a monthly phone charge plus 15% administrative cost per line; both contracts subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. It is understood that the monthly line charge cost could change based on the number of lines, etc.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 65 Motion by Burnside, Second by Young.
RE: APPOINTMENT - SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION BOARD
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Halpin's appointment of James Hazlitt to the Soil and Water Conservation Board for the term 1/1/97 to 12/31/99.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 66 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: APPOINTMENT LABOR-MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE - CSEA ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT - AS AMENDED WHEREAS, per the CSEA Administrative Unit Contract, the parties are authorized to establish a labor-management committee to foster and continue harmonious labor relations by discussing issues of mutual concern in an attempt to reach informal resolution, and
WHEREAS, part of the new 1997-1999 contract authorizes this committee to be formed to identify those employees that are being paid at a lesser rate than other employees in the same title who possess lesser time in grade, and make wage adjustments to equalize the salaries within the title and grade, by March 30, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislative representatives on said committee will be as follows: Angeline B. Franzese, Doris J. Craig, Robert E. Burnside, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the union will appoint up to three representatives to serve on said committee, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this committee will be dissolved after resolution of the above-referenced issues.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 67 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE TEMPORARY INCREASE IN HOURS OF PART-TIME CLEANERS IN THE BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, options for cleaning services for the new Mental Health building are being investigated and could possibly take up to a couple of months, and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to provide cleaning services for this building immediately, and
WHEREAS, it is recommended that increasing the hours temporarily of the two part-time cleaners in the Buildings and Grounds Department would be more cost effective and efficient than hiring a temporary agency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the hours of the two 19-hour per week Cleaners in the Buildings and Grounds Department be temporarily increased to 29 hours per week effective immediately until such time as the cleaning services issue for the new Mental Health building is resolved, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that if the County opt to authorize a contract between the Buildings and Grounds and Mental Health Departments for cleaning services in the future, that the contract will be retroactive to include this time period. VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 68 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: DESIGNATION OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT AS LEAD AGENCY FOR A STREAM ASSESSMENT AND REMEDIATION GRANT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has placed in the 1997 budget of the Soil and Water Conservation District money to establish a nonpoint source streambank erosion control program, and
WHEREAS, a county wide assessment of streambank erosion and remediation needs to be developed, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has the opportunity to apply for funding through the Department of Environmental Conservation 1996 New York Nonpoint Source Implementation Grants Program to assist in developing this program, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has already designated the Soil and Water Conservation District as the lead agency responsible for addressing nonpoint source point pollution in Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature designates the Schuyler County Soil and Water Conservation District as the lead agency to submit a Schuyler County Stream Assessment and Remediation Program proposal for consideration under the aforementioned grant program.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 69 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE OUT OF STATE TRAVEL - PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, the Home Health Agency is required to attend a Provider Reimbursement Review Board Hearing in Baltimore, Maryland, and
WHEREAS, out of state travel requires legislative approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Public Health Office Manager be allowed to travel out of state to attend the aforementioned hearing.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Burnside reported on Public Safety/Criminal Justice, the plan for communications equipment has been done. He then gave a quick update on 1997 goals for his committee. The revised security system goal will be discussed in next month's committee meeting. They will also review the District Attorney's office, possibly having a full-time DA vs part-time. Overtime in the Sheriff's Department has not been discussed yet. For Governmental Operations - the County Clerk and Treasurer will be moving the last week of February or early March. There is a possibility that Albany will control the renewals of licenses by mail instead of locally. This will take revenues from Schuyler County. The Deputy County Clerk will be making a report at next month's committee meeting. The job description for the Real Property Tax Director is complete and advertising is being done.
Legislator Fitzsimmons reported on Management & Finance. He read aloud the committees 1997 goals. He also stated that because of the NYSAC Conference being held Sunday, February 23-25, 1997 the Management & Finance Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, February 24, 1997 will be canceled. Community Development & Natural Resources - He feels they are communicating very well with Cooperative Extension and the Barge Canal project is going along smooth.
Legislator Young reported on Public Works. The Superintendent of Highways Position is up at the end of the year and the requirements will be discussed in committee. He reviewed the goals for his committee briefly and stated that there should be $180,000 funding coming for bridge repair.
Health Services - Legislator Hastings stated that she has heard from both New York State Department of Health and Mental Health concerning the merging of the two departments. There seems to be no negative ramifications. They have asked us to answer some more questions, which we hope to answer within the week. She has always felt that the Health Department should be a complete body. She also reported that the committee will be evaluating health needs with Schuyler Hospital and try to come up with a solution. At the Agricultural meeting they discussed combining the committee with the Farmland Protection Agency. There are too many laws stating that they can't do this and the members agreed not to. She also reported that the Farm Bureau had a concern about the Small Lamb and Goat Slaughtering being done. They would like our support. She suggested the Chairman write a letter to our State representatives. Soil & Water Conservation has submitted three grant applications. The third one submitted was on stream assessment, which a Resolution was passed tonight in support of that. ASCS report, Rod Malonske stated that they are closing 24 more offices and by the year 2002 the agency will be dissolved. She also reported that the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is trying to find funding for a dyke at the electrical plant in Montour Falls, however, it doesn't look like they will get it. The Mental Health's open house and grand opening- ribbon cutting will be held on May 2, 1997. Both Department of Health and Department of Mental Health Commissioners from the State will be attending. The early preview for the public will be February 28, 1997 from 2:00-6:00 p.m.
Legislator Franzese wanted to make sure the legislators received their invitation to Southern Tier Central's annual banquet on February 20, 1997 and encouraged attendance. She will be handing her position as Chair over to Tom Tranter. Chairman Halpin wanted it known that the 1997 goals for the Legislature are broken down by committee and the goals under the category "other" will be done by the full Legislature.
Legislator Hastings wanted it known that Resolution No. 414-96 was pulled, it was supposed to be discussed in committee this month and will not be.
Legislator Thurston reported that the Web page is up and running. There is room to expand and he asked the public for ideas. Legislator Young commended Legislator Thurston for doing a great job on the web page project. Legislator Franzese wanted to know how they could track the use of the page, how many people are using this service. Legislator Thurston explained that they can track the number of hits.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Sue Brill asked Legislator Hastings about the comment that was made about a county vineyard which was discussed at the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee meeting. Legislator Hastings stated that she was not present at the time, however, they were going to discuss the possibility of having the Mobile Work Crew work in a county owned vineyard. Legislator Hastings stated that it would be a marvelous job for people to learn since there are so many vineyards in the county. Doris Karius feels that there is not enough of a return investment for vineyards. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that the point of the workfare program is to train clients for jobs that would provide them with a living wage of income.
Tom Ryan thought it would be a good idea for the county to have business cards printed up with the web page address and e-mail address on them to hand out to the public. .
Doris Karius commented the Mobile Work Crew had painted the Hector Fire Hall and they did an excellent job.
The meeting adjourned at 8:44 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING FEBRUARY 18, 1997
The Public Hearing on the Canal Corridor Initiative Program was held at the Village of Montour Falls Office and was called to order at 8:03 p.m. by Chairman Halpin. All Legislators were present except Legislators Compton, Young and Fitzsimmons who were absent. County Attorney Coleman was also present. The Montour Falls Village Board members were present along with one person from the public. Presentation given by: Lee L'Amoreaux, Director, Five Lakes Development; Victoria Gilbert, Cooperative Extension Planner; and Dawn Smith, Planning Assistant.
Lee L'Amoreaux explained that there has been an update from the February 10, 1997 Public Hearing. The Seneca Lake Excursions project has added rehabilitation and operation of a larger dinner cruiser. Other than that change everything is still the same. Lee stated that everyone present has heard the presentation, however, he would recap the main points. He emphasized that HUD will pick and choose projects. Vickie Gilbert stated that the specific interests are water-based, land-based, and natural resources intrinsic to the continued economic vitality of the county. Dawn Smith said that local letters of support from the villages and the county would help tremendously, especially since the county is the lead agency in this project. Lee also stated that with HUD, the more we tell them the better. Vickie stated that the project is a mixture and the each one is different. She also stated that as far as the interest rate of 6.5% for the loans, it can go down, however, they are working with this figure as being the highest rate. Legislator Hastings wanted to commend both the Village of Watkins Glen and the Village of Montour Falls for a job well done.
The hearing adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING MARCH 10, 1997
The March 10, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:33 p.m. by Chairman Halpin. All Legislators were present except Legislator Young who was excused. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Robert Swinnerton, President and CEO of Schuyler Hospital introduced himself along with eleven other board members. He encouraged support from the Legislature on Intro. No. 38 for the following reasons: The implementation will result in cost savings, efficiency to the County as detailed by Center for Governmental Research (CGR). Second, it will benefit Schuyler Hospital. Third, it proposes a partnership that shows a clear example for cooperation and collaboration of future years. It is networking Health Care Services and streamlining of County Government. This year Governor Pataki's budget proposal will have a major impact on the Hospital, resulting in a loss of $1.3 million compared to last years $600,000 loss. He again asked that the Legislature vote unanimously for this resolution tonight and thanked them for their involvement. The Hospital is ready to go to work and they are anxious to move ahead as partners. Mr. Gifford, a Hospital Board Member, added that he is looking forward to working with the County to see that Health Care needs are met. Sandra Just stated that she has been a Home Health Aide for nine and a half years and has attended school for nine months to receive her certificate versus the one-month training program for the hospital aides. Ruth Young, Legislator Charles Young's wife, thanked everybody for their support during Legislator Young's illness. She asked to speak on Charlie's behalf since he was unable to attend. He feels this resolution has not been thought through enough. If the system is not broken then don't fix it. If there is a problem within the department, then talk to those involved and fix it within the department. Patricia Redick commented that there are so many people in the community that work at Cornell University, which has an HMO plan for insurance. They are not allowed to go to Schuyler Hospital, they have to locate their physician and get their approval first. It seems that Schuyler Hospital and HMOs just can't get together on this issue. Cecelia DeBolt stated that she has been a Home Health Aide for thirteen years working with the community. She asked how much money the county would save doing this. Legislator Hastings explained that this has been coming, especially with the State and Federal Governments cutting back funding. Cecelia said that it is a shame that nurses will lose pension and seniority. Chairman Halpin stated that there are issues to be resolved yet and all they can say is that they hear their concerns, especially the HMO issue. Mark Houck said that if the County lays off two nurses and eliminates the Home Health Aides there will be unemployment costs. If there is a problem now, a client can call and complain to the Director of Patient Services. How will this work with the Hospital? David Wood, President of CSEA, stated that the Home Health Aides are union employees and contracting out will be going against the contract. Chairman Halpin stated that they are well aware of the obligations of the contract, she has talked to Joe Maratea, CSEA Labor Specialist. Carol Drake asked, as a person that has used the Home Health Aide service, why the county couldn't consider experienced employees first if they are going to contract out. She feels it is a waste of time and money if it lessens the care for the clients. Chairman Halpin explained that this contract will be for Personal Care Aides only and not Registered Nurse services. Lory Peck suggested that the Legislature try other recommendations from Center for Governmental Research (CGR) first before contracting out. Legislator Hastings stated that this has been an ongoing process for six years, it is not an overnight decision. It is up to us to make sure the county receives the best care and service possible for their money. Elizabeth Fraboni wanted to know how the county was going to save money if they spend more on training nurses. Legislator Hastings explained that with the 100% funding, it all works out. Barb Regan wanted to clarify that, relative to funding, it is not the nurses position, it is what the nurse does. A Registered Nurse can do Public Health duties and receive the same reimbursement. Barb Regan also wanted it known that the Hospital may provide good care, she has been working closely with them in the last few days. There is not a war going on. However, there are a lot of concerns about providing services to Office for the Aging and the Department of Social Services. The Chairman stated that she feels the process will be a smooth one, there will be no decrease in service. Bonnie Lokken from OFA voiced her concern about state aid for their office if the contracting occurs. They could lose money for some programs. Bonnie also wanted to know who would supervise the aides? Legislator Hastings explained that the County still has the CHHA and Barb Regan would still have to supervise. She does not foresee a problem. Bonnie asked if the aides from the Hospital would give personal care. Debbie from the Hospital stated the Home Health Care and Personal Care will be provided. Legislator Franzese encouraged the Hospital Board to stay for the rest of the meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 1/LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF THE YEAR 1997 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 1997: Joe Rooney questioned why there was such a difference in pay for the Assistant District Attorney and the Assistant County Attorney for 1997. Chairman Halpin explained that there used to be four people doing the job in the County Attorney's Office, now there are two. Chairman Halpin said that the District Attorney's Office is being studied right now. Legislator Burnside said that they are looking at a possible full- time District Attorney. Joe could not understand why there was a $10,000 difference in two county jobs that are similar. Lory Peck wanted to know what the average pay increase is. Chairman Halpin stated that it is anywhere from 3% to 4.5%. Joe Rooney wanted to know what would be done with this situation. Chairman Halpin explained that the resolution will go through now and the issue will be discussed for next year.
Teri Baccile wanted to say that the contract with the Hospital will have a drastic impact on the Public Health Office. She did not see why it was considered an emergency, there will be no cost savings. The County needs to look into different ideas. Chairman Halpin explained that there is an emergency because the Hospital was encouraged in 1993 to get licensed to become a Home Health Care Agency and we have not utilized them. The Hospital's Home Health Care Agency can not exist after April 1, 1997 if we do not contract with them.
AWARD PRESENTATION TO RAMONA BARTON: Chairman Halpin presented Ramona with a Certificate of Appreciation and acknowledged her many years of community service. The Chairman explained that it was Ramona that convinced the Legislature into creating an Environmental Management Council (EMC) and that they all appreciate her efforts.
RESOLUTION NO. 70 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 10, 1997 REGULAR MEETING AND FEBRUARY 10, 1997 AND FEBRUARY 18, 1997 PUBLIC HEARINGS OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the February 10, 1997 Regular Meeting, and February 10, 1997 and February 18, 1997 Public Hearings of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 71 Motion by Thurston, Second by Franzese.
RE: DECLARE VEHICLE SURPLUS - BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS WHEREAS, the 1984 Chevrolet Pickup belonging to the Buildings and Grounds Department is inoperable and would be too costly to repair.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, this County Legislature hereby declare as surplus (1) 1984 Chevrolet Pickup truck and authorize this equipment be disposed of by the Buildings and Grounds Department as required by law.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 72 Motion by Thurston, Second by Franzese.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH ELMIRA PSYCHIATRIC CENTER FOR PHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute an ongoing contract with the following agency for telephone service in the new Mental Health Building as follows:
BETWEEN Elmira Psychiatric Center, cost to include a monthly line charge of $12.50 and a monthly phone charge plus 15% administrative cost per line; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. It is understood that the monthly line charge cost could change based on the number of lines, etc.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 73 Motion by Thurston, Second by Franzese.
RE: APPROVE APPLICATIONS FOR CORRECTION AND REFUND OF TAXES - OWEN - TOWN OF MONTOUR
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Service has received applications for correction and refunds for tax map number 66.-1-10.111 in the Town of Montour due to an error in essential fact pursuant to Real Property Tax Law 550 (3) b, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Real Property Tax Assistant and the Governmental Operations Committee that the applications be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute approval of said applications, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer refund the sum of $80.12, (County $22.23, Town $9.96, Odessa Fire $3.03, Odessa Returned School $31.37, Notice Fee $1.00, Penalty $3.38, Interest $6.40 and Adv. $2.75) to the applicant, ($31.37 to be charged back to the Odessa-Montour School District). VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 74 Motion by Thurston, Second by Franzese.
RE: APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES ON TWO TAX BILLS - WILCOX AND LANE - TOWN OF TYRONE 1997 LEVY
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Assistant has received applications for a refund of taxes for tax map number 39.5-1-18 in the Town of Tyrone for property owned by Donald and Marie Wilcox, and for tax map number 49.7-2-15 in the Town of Tyrone for property owned by John E. Lane, due to an error in essential fact, 550 (2), the omission of Veterans' Exemptions and,
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Real Property Tax Assistant and the Governmental Operations Committee that said application be approved based upon the determination of findings.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute approval of said applications.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 75 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: OPPOSE LOSS OF DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLE (DMV) MAIL-IN REGISTRATIONS & LICENSES
WHEREAS, County Clerks have always been proud of their Motor Vehicle offices, the quality of service and the efficient operations of their offices, and
WHEREAS, over the last five years during DMV's Reinventing Initiative, County Clerks and their DMV offices have taken on enforcement transactions, official registrations, financial security transactions and abstracts. They have cooperated in order to provide better service to the residents of their counties, at times without any additional compensation, and
WHEREAS, in the recent Executive Budget, County Clerks, DMV offices are targeted to lose mail-in registrations and mail-in licenses, which will comprise about one third of their revenue even with the retention increased to 11%, and
WHEREAS, this loss of revenue is going to cause a hardship to county residents, a loss in service available and the possible closing of the office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature strongly opposes the concept of removing the mail from the local DMV offices, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature realizes the importance of the local DMV office and the service they provide, and further requests that the Governor reconsider removing the mail from the local offices, decreasing DMV revenue and hence seriously crippling DMV service in our County, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be sent to the Honorable George Pataki, Governor; Hon. Joseph Bruno, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Sheldon Silver, Assembly Speaker; Hon. John R. Kuhl, NYS Senator; Hon. James Bacalles, NYS Assemblyman; Hon. Ronald B. Stafford, Chairman Senate Finance Committee; Hon. Herman D. Farrell, Jr., Chairman Assembly Ways & Means Committee; Patricia A. Woodworth, Director of the Budget, NYSAC and ClaS.
DISCUSSION: Linda Compton handed the Legislature a Petition with 1,308 signatures in support of the resolution. Legislator Burnside questioned the saving of $8 million for the state. Senator Kuhl has said that it is now down to only $1.4 million savings. The State would reimburse the county 8-11%. Linda Compton stated that even with the 11% reimbursement, the county would lose $28,000 in revenues.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 76 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: CONTRACT - GEORGIANNA PRICE FOR EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM SERVICES
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.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute an ongoing contract with Georgianna Price, to provide early intervention services, effective March 1, 1997, at rates set by the New York State Department of Health; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 77 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: CONTRACT - JUDY E. DeMARCO FOR EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM SERVICES
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. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute an ongoing contract with Judy E. DeMarco, to provide early intervention services, effective March 1, 1997 at rates set by the New York State Department of Health; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 78 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: CONTRACT - JUDY E. DeMARCO FOR PRESCHOOL OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
WHEREAS, Schuyler County must provide occupational therapy to eligible preschool children according to Section 4410 of the Education Law, and
WHEREAS, JUDY E. DeMARCO is a licensed occupational therapist and will provide these services at the rate of $35 per half hour session.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a contract with JUDY E. DeMARCO to provide preschool occupational therapy services from March 1, 1997 through June 30, 1998 at the rate of $35 per half hour session; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 79 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AMEND 1996 COUNTY BUDGET - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, additional funding has been approved for the Finger lakes Alcoholism Counseling and Referral Agency and the Council on Alcoholism and Other Chemical Dependencies of the Finger Lakes, Inc., and the following agreement and budget modifications are required.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the County Treasurer to amend the following accounts:
REVENUE ACCOUNT AMOUNT
State Funds 4322.3490 $ 2,789
EXPENSES
Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling and Referral Agency 4322.0336 $ 2,289 Council on Alcoholism & Other Chemical Dependencies of the Finger Lakes, Inc. 4322.0550 $ 500
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature authorizes the expenditures for these items.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 80 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: AMEND 1997 BUDGET FOR MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, via Resolution 96-336, the Schuyler County Legislature authorized the expenditure of Federal Salary Sharing dollars in the 1996 County budget, and
WHEREAS, the Office of Mental Health has authorized the carry over of these funds into 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mental Health budget be amended as follows:
REVENUE
A4310-4490 $40,000
EXPENSES
4310.200 (Equipment) $40,000
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 81 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: INCREASE HOURS OF MEAL DELIVERER POSITION - OFFICE FOR THE AGING
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Office for the Aging lost two employees from the Nutrition Program in 1996, and
WHEREAS, it has become difficult to cover the work with the remaining staff, and
WHEREAS, NYS funding will not accommodate another full-time person. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the hours of the Meal Deliver Part-Time position in the Office for the Aging be increased from 16 hours/week to 30 hours/week, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said employee receive the benefits to which he is entitled.
VOTE: Passed 6-1. No: Compton
RESOLUTION NO. 82 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - SCHUYLER COUNTY YOUTH BOARD
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approve the appointment of the following individuals to the Schuyler County Youth Board:
Patricia Hastings Legislator, Watkins Glen/Dix
Ronald Alexander Probation
Anne Balch Social Services
Philip Barnes Sheriff
Donald Dryden WGCS
Michael Johnston OMCS , Odessa/Montour
Hazel Verdegaal Watkins Glen/Dix
Rex Sunquist OM Youth, Montour Falls
WG Youth
Rita Decker Town of Catharine
Bonnie Schweitzer Catharine/Cayuta
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 83 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT OF SUPERVISING SUPPORT INVESTIGATOR TRAINEE WHEREAS, on February 3, 1997, Patricia Meehan, Supervising Support Investigator, submitted her notice of retirement which is effective March 4, 1997, and
WHEREAS, she is the only worker in that unit that does child support enforcement work, and
WHEREAS, the Human Services Committee of the Legislature authorized filling of this vacancy, and
WHEREAS, a training period is needed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Commissioner of Social Services be hereby authorized to temporarily appoint Charlene Pelow to a Supervising Support Investigator Trainee position from February 3, 1997 until March 5, 1997 at an hourly rate of $11.48.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 84 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ADOPT MEDICAID TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT POLICY
WHEREAS, Schuyler County Department of Social Services is required under certain unusual circumstances to reimburse Medicaid recipients for cost of medical transportation, and
WHEREAS, the intent of the regulations is to cover costs for non-routine transportation expenses, and
WHEREAS, the local department has traditionally used the rate negotiated by CSEA with the county for mileage reimbursement, and
WHEREAS, that rate takes into consideration insurance upkeep, replacement cost, etc., not required for Medicaid purposes, and
WHEREAS, the average operating costs calculated by AAA is $0.10/mile, and
WHEREAS, the Department wishes to update its medical transportation policy which is on file in the Legislative Office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Department of Social Services be authorized to reimburse Medicaid recipients with prior approval at a rate of $0.10/mile, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that reimbursement be available only for medical appointments when the direct route mileage exceeds 30 miles (not to affect reimbursement for volunteer transports such as RSVP, OFA, Escort Service).
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 85 Motion by Franzese, Second by Thurston.
RE: OPPOSITION TO STATE BUDGET STATE AID CUTBACKS AS THEY APPLY TO PROBATION
WHEREAS, the past few years have witnessed a dramatic shift away from State Aid and support of Probation Departments and practices in New York State, and
WHEREAS, it has come to our attention that with the latest submission of the State budget a project of a further State Aid cutback to approximately 26%, a reduction of 6% from the previous year and a vast reduction from the past 10 years of about 20% is recommended, and
WHEREAS, this potential cut would severely affect the ability of a small county such as Schuyler to effectively deliver probation services to the public and protect the public, and
WHEREAS, to expect that probation can continue to supply client and community- oriented service with increasing local costs is not based on fiscal reality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature go on record as being opposed to any reduction in State Aid for probation services and in fact supports an increase of State Aid to the statutorily permitted 50%, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be authorized to submit this resolution to the Hon. George Pataki, Hon. John R. Kuhl, Jr., Hon. James Bacalles and other appropriate representatives of the Legislature, NYSAC and ClaS.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 86 Motion by Franzese, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR MICROWAVE SYSTEM - EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be authorized to enter into a maintenance agreement with Watkins Glen International Land Communications to provide maintenance and service for the microwave system for a period of one year at a cost of $3,600; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 6-0. Abstain: Thurston.
RESOLUTION NO. 87 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 1/LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF THE YEAR 1997 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 1997
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law setting salaries for certain public officers for the year 1997 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held March 10, 1997, 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 said Local Law Intro. No. 1/Local Law No. 1 of the year 1997, 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. 1/Local Law No. 1 of the year 1997, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper.
LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 1 OF THE YEAR 1997
A Local Law Setting the Salaries of Certain Public Officers for the year 1997.
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, 1997.
2. The following public officers are subject to the provision hereof:
Commissioner of Social Services $40,580
Undersheriff $35,850
Confidential Secretary, District Attorney $11,108
Superintendent of Highways $35,617
Deputy Superintendent of Highways $32,104
Assistant District Attorney $19,618 County Attorney $36,514
Assistant County Attorney $30,283
Confidential Secretary, County Attorney $20,900
Clerk of Board of Legislature $26,288
Deputy Clerk of Legislature $20,800
Public Defender $29,642
Deputy County Treasurer $27,692
Purchasing Agent $22,770
Deputy County Clerk $23,586
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 6-0. Abstain: Compton.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 54-97 AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR ABSTRACTING SERVICES AND SET SPECIAL MEETING DATE
WHEREAS, the dates in Resolution No. 54-97 need to be changed and a special meeting set to accept/reject the bids prior to the April Regular Meeting.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 54-97 be amended to read as follows:
"BE IT RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to advertise for bids for abstracting services for 1997, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, bids are to be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 20, 1997 by the Clerk of the Legislature, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a Special Meeting of the Legislature be called for Friday, March 24, 1997 at 3:30 p.m. for the purpose of opening, considering and accepting/rejecting said bids, as well as consideration of the bids for the navigation patrol boat for the Sheriff's Department. The County of Schuyler reserves the right to reject any and all bids." VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 89 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: ONE-YEAR APPOINTMENTS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the following appointments effective January 1, 1997 and terminating December 31, 1997 to the following programs, boards and councils, to wit:
INTER-COUNTY ASSOCIATION Angeline B. Franzese Patricia L. Hastings Robert E. Burnside EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND HIGHWAY SAFETY Nicholas Dugo John Barton Dr. Andrew Michel John Shimonsky Shirley Churches
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 90 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - OFFICE FOR THE AGING ADVISORY COUNCIL
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the following appointments to the Office for the Aging Advisory Council effective January 1, 1997 and terminating December 31, 1999:
Janine Benjamin-Kuehl - Schuyler Hospital Barbara J. Halpin - Legislative Chairman Barbara Regan - Home Health Agency Kathryn Doolittle - Consumer Representative Onley Harkness - Watkins Glen Gilbert Hillerman - Town of Reading Dorothy Huey - Town of Tyrone Edith Lodge - Watkins Glen Beth Creamer - RSVP Helen Schmidt - Town of Orange Verna Shrout - Town of Catharine Charles E. Young - Legislator Marjorie Tewksbury - Montour Falls Mayor Joette McBride - Town of Hector East Laura Merrill - Town of Hector West Anne Balch - Social Services
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 91 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the following appointments to the Environmental Management Council effective January 1, 1997 and terminating December 31, 1998:
James Murphy, Vice-Chair, Town of Catharine Irene Brown, Member at Large Amelia Cornish, Member at Large
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 92 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - HEALTH SERVICES AND PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the following appointments to the Health Services and Professional Advisory Committee effective January 1, 1997 and terminating December 31, 2000:
Carol Bossard Verna Shrout Richard Bills, and terminating December 31, 1997:
Barbara Regan Anne Balch Ruth Bedient Eleanor Callanan Kathryn Doolittle Barbara Halpin Harold Hoffmeier, PA Erik Miller Dr. L. Titus Parker
VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 93 Motion by Hastings, Second by Compton.
RE: GRANT - AMEND CONTRACT FOR NYSDOH LEAD POISONING PREVENTION PROGRAM GRANT AND ESTABLISH 1997-98 BUDGET
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has a contract with the New York State Department of Health for its Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Grant from April 1, 1995 through March 31, 2000, and
WHEREAS, the Department of Health has awarded $25,000 for the second year of this grant contract, from April 1, 1997 through March 31, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute an amendment to the agreement with the New York State Department of Health for the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Grant from April 1, 1997 through March 31, 1998, in the amount of $25,000; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 1997-98 budget be established as follows:
$14,629.00 to account no. 4010.100-4042 - Personal Service
2,000.00 to account no. 4010.208-4042 - Computer Equipment
300.00 to account no. 4010.429-4042 - Supplies
300.00 to account no. 4010.433-4042 - Postage
300.00 to account no. 4010.440-4042 - Travel
300.00 to account no. 4010.472-4042 - P.R., Brochures
5,750.00 to account no. 4010.489-4042 - Fringe Benefits
2,000.00 to account no. 4010.579-4042 - Lead Testing
25,579.00 TOTAL EXPENSES
579.00 to fee revenue account no. 4010.1610-4042
25,000.00 to grant revenue account no. 4010.4401-4042
25,579.00 TOTAL REVENUE
VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 94 Motion by Hastings, Second by Compton.
RE: DECLARE PUBLIC HEALTH/HOME HEALTH EQUIPMENT SURPLUS
BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, this County Legislature hereby declare as surplus Public Health Office/Home Health Agency equipment as listed below and authorize the Buildings and Grounds Department to dispose of as required by law:
1 Osicom IBM-compatible 8088 computer with monitor
1 IBM PCAT 286 Computer with monitor
1 Computer terminal
1 C. Itoh 9-pin printer
3 IBM Electric typewriters
1 Typewriter stand
2 exam tables
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 95 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 66-97/APPOINTMENT - LABOR-MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE - CSEA ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT
WHEREAS, there is a vacancy on the labor-management committee due to the medical leave of a legislator.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 66-97 be amended to replace Doris J. Craig, Personnel Director for Legislator Charles E. Young.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 96 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE ROOF OF THE RURAL URBAN CENTER BUILDING, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL IMPROVEMENTS, BY THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER, NEW YORK, AT A MAXIMUM ESTIMATED COST OF $97,000, AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $97,000 SERIAL BONDS OF SAID COUNTY TO PAY THE COST THEREOF. BE IT RESOLVED, by the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler, New York, as follows:
Section 1. The replacement of the roof of the Rural Urban Center Building, including incidental improvements, by the County of Schuyler, New York, is hereby authorized at a total maximum estimated cost of $97,000.
Section 2. SEQR Determination: It is hereby determined that the aforesaid project constitutes a Type II action under the SEQR regulations of the State of New York which will not have a significant impact upon the environment.
Section 3. The plan for the financing of such maximum estimated cost is by the issuance of $97,000 serial bonds of said County hereby authorized to be issued therefor pursuant to the Local Finance Law; provided, however, the power to appropriate 1997 fund balance to defray such additional cost, including the power to redeem any or all obligations issued pursuant to this resolution from such 1997 fund balances, is hereby delegated to the County Treasurer.
Section 4. It is hereby determined that the period of probable usefulness of the aforesaid specific object or purpose is fifteen years, pursuant to subdivision 12 (2) of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law.
Section 5. The faith and credit of said County of Schuyler, New York, are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds becoming due and payable in such year. There shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property of said County, a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same become due and payable.
Section 6. All other matters except as provided herein relating to the serial bonds herein authorized including the date, denominations, maturities and interest payment dates, within the limitations prescribed herein and the manner of execution of the same, including the consolidation with other issues, and also the ability to issue serial bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, shall be determined by the County Treasurer, the chief fiscal officer of such County. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law, and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals, in addition to those required by Section 51.00 of the Local Finance Law, as the County Treasurer shall determine consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 7. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the County Treasurer, the chief fiscal officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said County Treasurer, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 8. The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only if:
1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said County is not authorized to expend money, or
2) The provisions of the law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or
3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.
Section 9. This resolution shall constitute a statement of official intent for purposes of Treasury Regulations Section 1.150-2. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are, or are reasonably expected to be, reserved, allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the permanent funding of the object or purpose described herein.
Section 10. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in full in the Watkins Review and Express, the official newspaper of such County, together with a notice of the Clerk of the County Legislature in substantially the form provided in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 97 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS - RURAL URBAN CENTER ROOF REPLACEMENT PROJECT
WHEREAS, advertisement was done for bids for construction and asbestos work for the Rural Urban Center Roof Replacement Project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby accepts the bid received from McLaughlin Roofing Corporation in the amount of $77,600 with Alternates GC3, GC4 and AA1 for a total of $80,230, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the bids received from Eastern Roofing and Penn- Environmental, Inc. be rejected.
VOTE: Passed 7-0. Legislator Thurston stepped out of the meeting room.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: DECLARE COMPUTER EQUIPMENT SURPLUS - COUNTY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
WHEREAS, due to the limitations of their old computer, the County Attorney's Office purchased updated computer equipment for their office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to County Law Section 215 this Legislature authorizes the County Attorney to declare the following equipment surplus and have this equipment disposed of by the Buildings and Grounds Department as required by law:
1991 Twinhead Superset 400 Hard Drive #51B033419
1991 Samsung Monitor #W10206181
1994 BTC Professional Keyboard #402027566
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 99 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPLICATION FOR PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL'S (PIC) TITLE IIB SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAM GRANT
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has the highest youth unemployment rate of any county in New York State including counties of the New York City area, and
WHEREAS, the Chemung-Schuyler-Steuben Private Industry Council (PIC) awards grants for a summer youth program, and
WHEREAS, the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA) has expanded this program to include both low-income and at-risk youth ages 14 to 18 years, and
WHEREAS, The Schuyler County Youth Bureau because of the Persons in Need of Supervision (PINS) Diversion Committee, and Runaway and Homes (Community Care) Coordinator, can identify these at-risk youth, and
WHEREAS, PIC has approached the Schuyler County Youth Bureau to apply for their Summer Youth Employment and Training Program (SYETP) grant.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Youth Bureau be authorized to apply for the Chemung-Schuyler-Steuben PIC's SYETP monies, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute any documents necessary to secure these SYETP funds through PIC, subject to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Youth Bureau Director be authorized to hire two Youth Employment Training Coordinators, one to start in May and one in June. Funds for both positions are 100% reimbursable through PIC.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 100 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPOINTMENT - LOCAL EMERGENCY PLANNING COMMITTEE
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Halpin's appointment of Richard Bills to the Local Emergency Planning Committee effective immediately.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
WITHDRAWN
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS - NAVIGATION PATROL BOAT - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT - WITHDRAWN
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has received bids for a patrol boat for the Schuyler County Sheriff's Department, and
WHEREAS, such bids were opened and read on February 21, 1997, and
WHEREAS, the lowest bid received in the amount of $29,828.00 from East Bluff Harbor Marine does not meet the specifications as outlined in the bid documents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accept the second lowest bid from East Bluff Harbor Marine in the amount of $33,840.00 for the patrol boat and reject all other bids, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to increase the navigation account no. 3111 by $2,304 and the navigation revenue account by $2,304, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that it is acknowledged that 60% of the $3,840 or $2,304, will be reimbursed by the State of New York and since patrol boats are used for security and surveillance on criminal investigations that $1,536 be charged to Sheriff's seized asset account no. 3121.
RESOLUTION NO. 101 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE NEW YORK STATE LEGISLATURE TO REPEAL THE GROSS RECEIPTS TAX
WHEREAS, New York State Tax Law Article Thirteen-A imposes a gross receipts tax which mandates people and corporations pay taxes on other taxes, including property taxes and corporate surcharges, and
WHEREAS, this gross receipts tax is an additional cost to New Yorkers and businesses and hinders job development in New York State, and
WHEREAS, in order for New York State to show the global business community that New York State is serious about reducing the costs of doing business, it is necessary for the New York State Legislature to eliminate the gross receipts tax.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this County Legislature, in an effort to bring about job development in Schuyler County and encourage existing industry to remain and expand in Schuyler County and to encourage other industry to commence operations and/or relocate to Schuyler County and New York State, requests the New York State Legislature to repeal the Gross Receipts Tax in the next legislative session, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislative Clerk is hereby directed to send a certified copy of this resolution to Governor George Pataki, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr. and Assemblyman James Bacalles.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
Legislator Thurston returned to meeting room.
RESOLUTION NO. 102 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the Legislative Office has incurred $1,077.50 worth of bills for computer services which was an unanticipated expense, and
WHEREAS, there are no available monies in the 1997 legislative budget for the same.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $1,077.50 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Legislative account no. 1010.426.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
WITHDRAWN RE: AMEND MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY PLAN BY ELIMINATING THE PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL PROCESS FOR DEPUTIES AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES - WITHDRAWN
WHEREAS, the policy has been for Department Heads to do the performance appraisals for their deputies and confidential employees, and
WHEREAS, that process has been studied and found to be difficult to administer in setting salary increases in a fair and equitable manner.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the performance appraisal process for deputies and confidential employees will not be required beginning in 1997, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that these employees will be given annual raises according to the terms set forth in the CSEA Administrative Unit Contract effective 1998, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Department Heads are encouraged to continue their performance appraisals as that process is deemed to be a good management tool and to promote effective communication between the parties, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Personnel Director shall amend the Management/Confidential Salary Plan to reflect this change in policy.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Thurston stated that many of the Deputy Department Heads are in direct supervisor positions when a Department Head is absent. He is not comfortable putting those positions in the Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA). Chairman Halpin stated that all this does is adjust their salaries to a unit salary and removes them from the Management Confidential Salary Plan so they will no longer be rated by the appraisal process. Legislator Franzese asked if it was discussed at the monthly department head meeting. Chairman Halpin explained that it had not been addressed there. Legislator Compton feels the process they have now is good and suggested the Deputies attend a committee meeting once in a while. Chairman Halpin stated that the original set up is not working well.
Motion by Legislator Franzese to withdraw the above resolution, Second by Legislator Compton. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes. Legislator Thurston wanted it known that it would be discussed at a later date. RESOLUTION NO. 103 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: SET TAX SALE AUCTION DATE AND AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH AUCTIONEER
WHEREAS, it is necessary to have an auction prior to the annual fall auction for parcels that have defaulted on their installment agreements for past due real estate taxes. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a tax sale auction be set for April 26, 1997 and September 20, 1997, both at 10:00 a.m. in the County Court House, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, New York, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign an agreement with Matson Auction and Real Estate for auctioneer services for the year 1997; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 104 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - FISH AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT BOARD
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Halpin's appointment of the following individuals to the Fish and Wildlife Management Board for the respective terms, to wit:
David Reed Landowner 1/1/97-12/31/98
Robert Chadeayne Landowner Alternate 1/1/97-12/31/97
Wayne Dimmick Sportsman 1/1/97-12/31/97
Robert Fitzsimmons Legislator 1/1/97-12/31/97
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 105 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS - REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Agency has entered into the county-wide copier program and no longer has use for the Sharp SF8300 copier in that office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to County Law Section 215 this Legislature authorizes the Real Property Tax Office to declare the following equipment surplus and have this equipment disposed of by the Buildings and Grounds Department as required by law:
Sharp SF8300 Copier #000026600699
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 106 - TABLED RE: STREAMLINING DELIVERY FOR HEALTH SERVICES - TABLED
WHEREAS, the need for cooperative and collaborative efforts among rural providers has become increasingly important to ensure consumer access to essential services, to preserve the stability and financial viability of rural providers, and to network health services with our local hospital and increase and strengthen cooperation through a partnership, and
WHEREAS, this Schuyler County Legislature, in their limited knowledge and ability to access those numbers necessary to develop a sound program that will benefit our rural health care system, hired the Center for Governmental Research (CGR) to help streamline the Schuyler County Health Care programs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature, in reviewing the facts and professional judgement of the CGR report, will accept the recommendations of policy actions in organizational change and as of April 1, 1997 will engage in removing all aide functions from the County CHHA and enable Schuyler Hospital to accept this role generating additional support and aid for the Hospital. In cost saving implications, this Legislature will eliminate two full-time Registered Professional Nurses and hire one .5 per diem Registered Professional Nurse and one full-time Public Health Nurse.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Franzese made a statement for the record, "An emergency Resolution is one which concerns any matter where delay in consideration thereof would adversely affect the interests of the county, the Legislature, or any department, office or agency or the public. This definition was set to prevent quick decisions being forced onto legislators. Last month Mrs. Hastings withdrew a resolution pertaining to layoffs due to her study on nurse coverage being incomplete. As a legislator I have been awaiting an opportunity to see those figures. Also, last month Mrs. Hastings, Health Services Chairman, presented us with a study from Yates County which indicated that 'if Yates County eliminates home care, there will be a greater deficit in the Public Health budget and the county will likely be required to fund uncompensated care for its residents'. I do not take our health care services that we provide lightly. Keeping our citizens at home is important to me. Money is not the only consideration. I object to being forced into making such an important and irreversible decision tonight under emergency pretense with no opportunity for study or discussion as a board. This decision affecting our health care is one that can not easily be reversed. I support Schuyler Hospital, but they need to give us more time to legally accomplish this. They are not aware of what this Legislature knows, please understand that. Ethically, I can not ignore our legal advise from our Attorneys. I will not place our county in a position which could cost our taxpayers many more dollars than it is intended to save. I move that this be tabled for study".
Motion by Legislator Franzese to table this resolution, Second by Legislator Fitzsimmons. Motion carried five ayes to two noes. Noes: Hastings, Halpin.
Legislator Fitzsimmons wanted to hear more from the public and the legislators on this issue. Legislator Thurston stated that he is not ready to pass this resolution. Legislator Fitzsimmons said that he was approached by the public on this resolution and he knew nothing about it. There are too many unanswered questions at this moment. He agreed to use per-diems from the hospital for aide services to meet their deadline of April 1, 1997 and go over other concerns later. Legislator Burnside is concerned about the number of phone calls he received on the issue. The public is under the impression that we were going to pull the rug out from underneath them as far as health care is concerned. Legislator Hastings stated that this has been a four year project and the State of New York is also affecting the County. The County has created a Task Force to study the issue and the Falls Home is now a licensed agency that we might utilize. The County has to make a choice. Chairman Halpin stated that back in 1992 the County asked the Hospital to become a licensed agency and since then they have waited on us to call them, which has only been once in a while. There is no reason to believe that this will not save the County money. Yates County has made a lot of changes in their Health Care Services that they are very comfortable with and they had some similar issues to ours. Barbara Chapman has stated that they could expand and hire County employees, however, right now they are fully staffed to meet their needs. She was comfortable on voting yes tonight on this resolution and help the Hospital meet their deadline if they have one. Chairman Halpin agreed that these questions need to be answered. Legislator Thurston stated that a Public Health Committee meeting is scheduled for March 21st and the questions could be answered then. Legislator Franzese said that there is a lot to consider including the HMO issue. She suggests that the Labor Counsel be present for discussion. Legislator Thurston asked Bob Swinnerton if there is a deadline. Bob answered no, they can hold. Legislator Thurston asked that this be put on the Health Services Committee agenda for next Friday. Bob stated that he would like to see this relationship work. He suggested that the questions be submitted to him before the meeting so he can prepare ahead of time.
Legislator Fitzsimmons stated some questions that he would like answered. Legislator Franzese suggested a Special Meeting of the Legislature to discuss the issue and invite all of the hospital representatives. Chairman Halpin scheduled a Special Meeting of the Legislature for Monday, March 24, 1997 at 4:00 p.m. to meet with the Hospital.
RESOLUTION NO. 107 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: DECLARE WEEDHARVESTER EQUIPMENT SURPLUS
BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to County Law Section 215 this Legislature hereby declares (2) weedharvesters, (1) shore conveyor and trailer surplus and authorizes said equipment be disposed of by the Buildings and Grounds Department as required by law and return the sale proceeds to the Soil & Water Conservation District for environmental purposes.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Burnside made it known that at the next full Legislature meeting they will discuss the security issue. He also encouraged everyone to look at the new Treasurer's office. Legislator Hastings reported that the Youth Bureau is applying for some grants that will help families with learning disabilities and they are hopeful about receiving it. She also reported that they have received letters from the Commissioners from NYS Department of Health and Mental Health on how well their plan looks. They hope to complete the process in the next 20 to 25 days. She thanked both departments for their cooperation. She also noted that she has received calls from Odessa on what a great job the Mobile Work Crew has done there.
Chairman Halpin stated that she is a representative of the Finger Lakes Association (FLA) and they sponsored a resolution at their last meeting in support of the HUD Canal monies. FLA joined forces with the City of Geneva for their application and are moving their headquarters there. She voiced her concerns about the move and abstained from voting on the resolution. She also wanted the Legislature to know that there would be a "Managing Local Government in Tough Times" program coming up and she encourages their attendance.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: David Wood stated that he appreciated the Legislature's vote to table Resolution No. 106. He also could not understand how the Legislature could still go against the contract. He also informed the Legislature that the union will file an improper practice charge if they go ahead with contracting out cleaning for the new Mental Health building. Chairman Halpin explained that management is considered to have certain rights and they feel that their role is to take certain steps and to follow the process. Everyone will be notified about what is done. Lory Peck stated that they should give the Public Health Department a chance to get things back in shape, there should not be a time line. Tom Ryan was glad to see the resolution tabled also. He agrees to contracting out, but only on a year-to-year basis and make the hospital be held responsible, not the County.
Patty Bilinski wanted to thank the legislature for reconsidering the resolution on the Management/Confidential Employees.
Motion by Fitzsimmons to go into executive session to discuss an employee's performance, Second by Thurston. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
Motion by Burnside to come out of executive session, Second by Compton. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
The meeting adjourned at 10:25 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING MARCH 24, 1997
The March 24, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Halpin at 3:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Thurston and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Legislators Young and Compton. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 108 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
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/Reject Bids for Abstracting Services for 1997 Tax Sale Auction Properties
2. Accept/Reject Bids for Navigation Patrol Boat - Sheriff's Department
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
BID OPENING FOR ABSTRACTING SERVICES: The Clerk opened and publicly read aloud the three bids received for 1997 Abstracting Services. The County Attorney was asked to review the lowest bid received from Glen Abstract Corporation to insure it met the bid specifications and that acceptance of the bid be subject to his review. This language was added to the resolution. Legislator Franzese also requested that language be added to the resolution to allow the second lowest bid to be accepted should there be a legal concern with the bid from Glen Abstract Corporation. The sponsors of the resolution agreed to allow this language to be added to the resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 109 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS - ABSTRACTING SERVICES FOR 1997 TAX SALE AUCTION PROPERTIES
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 54 authorized the advertising for bids for Abstracting Services for 1997 Tax Sale Auction Properties.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pending the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accept the following bid:
Glen Abstract Corporation $35.00 per search, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following bids be rejected:
Finger Lakes Abstract Corporation $40.00 per search
Monroe Title Corporation $50.00 per search, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, if for any reason the County Attorney determines there is a problem with accepting the low bid as aforementioned, then this authorization shall include the authority to accept the next lowest bidder pending County Attorney approval. Copies of bids available for inspection at the Schuyler County Legislative Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 110 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS - NAVIGATION PATROL BOAT - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has received bids for a patrol boat for the Schuyler County Sheriff's Department, and
WHEREAS, such bids were opened and read on February 21, 1997, and
WHEREAS, the lowest bid received in the amount of $29,828.00 from East Bluff Harbor Marine does not meet the specifications as outlined in the bid documents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accept the second lowest bid from OMC Fishing Group in the amount of $33,421.00 for the patrol boat and reject all other bids, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to increase the navigation account no. 3111 by $2,052 and the navigation revenue account by $2,052, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that it is acknowledged that 60% of the $3,421 or $2,052, will be reimbursed by the State of New York and since patrol boats are used for security and surveillance on criminal investigations that $1,369 be charged to Sheriff's seized asset account no. 3121.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
The meeting adjourned at 3:56 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
REGULAR MEETING APRIL 14, 1997
The April 14, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Halpin at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Franzese and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Legislator Young. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Mike Myers asked if the County was having a public hearing on the Salt Brineline Proposal. Chairman Halpin explained that the county has asked that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) grant an extension so that they may hold meetings to discuss the issue.
RESOLUTION NO. 111 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE LETTER OF INTENT FOR SHARED FUEL FACILITY
WHEREAS, the Village of Watkins Glen, Watkins Glen Central School, Schuyler Arc and the County are looking at a plan to create a shared fueling facility for the purpose of supplying the needs of all involved parties, and
WHEREAS, the school district and the Village are required by EPA regulations to replace their present vehicle fueling facilities by December of 1998 and the county is also required to make improvements, and
WHEREAS, the construction of a shared fuel facility will be less costly than three smaller facilities, require less land, operate more efficiently and allow economical purchasing of fuel through the state contract system, and
WHEREAS, all parties need to execute a Letter of Intent to confirm agreement in concept and desire to proceed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a Letter of Intent for a Shared Fueling Facility as described above and as drafted by the County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 112 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE REHABILITATION OF COUNTY ROAD 28 BRIDGE, BIN #3332680 CROSSING BIG HOLLOW RUN, TOWN OF READING
WHEREAS, the 1997 Schuyler County Highway budget has monies appropriated for the rehabilitation of the County Road 28 Bridge, and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee at its March 17, 1997 meeting recommended the County Highway Superintendent advertise for this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Highway Superintendent be, and hereby is, authorized to advertise for bids for the rehabilitation of County Road 28 Bridge, BIN #3332680, Town of Reading. Bids are to be opened at the May 19, 1997 Public Works Committee meeting, with the County reserving the right to accept or reject any and all bids.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 113 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISING FOR BIDS FOR TRANSPORTATION OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES FROM 7/1/97 - 6/30/98
WHEREAS, Schuyler County must provide transportation 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 7/1/97 through 6/30/98, 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, New York, 14891, not later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 30, 1997. The bids will be opened at the Management and Finance Committee meeting Monday, June 2, 1997, at 9:00 a.m., at which time recommendation for legislative action will be made; acceptance or rejection of bids will be done at the June 9, 1997 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.
RESOLUTION NO. 114 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: CONTRACT - FREED MAXICK SACHS & MURPHY, P.C. - 1996 HOME HEALTH AGENCY COST REPORTS BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a contract with Freed Maxick Sachs & Murphy, P.C., to complete the 1996 Medicare Cost Report, and to prepare and certify the 1996 Medicaid Cost Report at a cost not to exceed $5,950; this contract is subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 115 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: FINGER LAKES ALCOHOLISM COUNSELING AND REFERRAL AGENCY, INC. (FLACRA) 1997 AGREEMENT - MENTAL HEALTH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature and the Director of Community Services are hereby authorized to execute an agreement with Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling and Referral Agency, Inc. for the year 1997, in an amount not to exceed $101,742.00, for alcoholism treatment services in Schuyler and Yates Counties, subject to approval by the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Schuyler County Treasurer to amend the 1997 county budget to increase revenues and appropriations in the amount of $7,867.00 to account nos. 4322-3490 and 4322.0336, respectively.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 116 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS - SCHUYLER ARC - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, additional State Aid has been approved for Schuyler Arc for 1997 in the amount of $2,000.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the agreement and increased appropriation of $2,000 to account nos. 4322-3490 and 4322.504. It is understood that no additional county monies will be involved in this transaction.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 117 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: CONTRACT WITH AFFILIATED PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSULTANTS, P.C. - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, terms of the contract with Affiliated Psychological Consultants, P.C. have changed in hourly rate from $55.00 to $60.00 per hour. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature and Director of Community Services are hereby authorized to execute an agreement with Affiliated Psychological Consultants, P.C. for the year 1997, in an amount not to exceed $21,000.00, for psychological services in Schuyler County, subject to approval by the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 118 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, vacancies exist on the Community Services Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following individual be appointed to the Community Services Board for the term expiring as indicated:
Michael Gehl December 31, 2000
VOTE: Passed 6-1. No: Compton
RESOLUTION NO. 119 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - MENTAL HEALTH SUBCOMMITTEE - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, vacancies exist on the Mental Health Subcommittee.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following individual be appointed to the Mental Health Subcommittee for the therm expiring as indicated:
Laura Masin December 31, 2000
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 120 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: DECLARE ITEMS SURPLUS - SOCIAL SERVICES
BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, this County Legislature hereby declare as surplus the following items from Social Services and authorize the same be disposed of by the Buildings and Grounds Department as required by law:
Fixed Asset No. Item
6010.01.11 Adler 310 Typewriter 6010.01.06 Typewriter
6010.01.07 Typewriter
6010.06.50 Desk (Y&E)
6010.06.98 Chair - rolling
6010.06.98 Chair - rolling
6010.199.01 Camm SureShot Camera
6010.03.08 IBM PC System
6010.27.01 3M Microfilm Processor/Developer
6010.25.01 3M Microfilm Camera
6010.184.05 3M Workstation
6010.44.01 Shredder
6010.08.35 Metal Bookcase (Beige)
6010.03.04 AB Dick Mineo Machine
6010.128.01 Car Seat
6010.128.02 Car Seat
6010.128.03 Car Seat
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 121 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF PRINTER/TRANSFER FUNDS - PURCHASING
WHEREAS, the Treasurer and Purchasing Departments do not have access to a printer other than in the Legislative Office, and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department has procured printer material relative to the functions of the Purchasing Department at substantial savings, thus leaving a surplus of $440.00 in the Purchasing Department's printing account. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to create a line item for a printer in the Purchasing Department's budget and transfer $400.00 from account no. 1660.434 to the appropriate printer line item.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 122 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: RE-AFFIRM COMMITMENT OF SCHUYLER COUNTY TO REDEC
WHEREAS, Schuyler County supports the Regional Economic Development and Energy Corporation's (REDEC) revolving loan fund through the United States Department of Agricultural Rural Community and Economic Development Program, and
WHEREAS, REDEC has requested Schuyler County budget monies in their 1998 budget to provide local match funding for this program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby reaffirm its continued support of the REDEC revolving loan fund and will provide $10,000 matching local funds in the 1998 Budget.
VOTE: Passed 6-0. Abstain: Fitzsimmons.
RESOLUTION NO. 123 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPOINTMENT OF LABOR/MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, per the CSEA Administrative Unit Contract, the parties are authorized to establish a labor-management committee to foster and continue harmonious labor relations by discussing issues of mutual concern in an attempt to reach informal resolution, and
WHEREAS, the union president has requested a labor-management committee be formed to meet on a regular basis to discuss county-wide issues.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislative representatives on said committee will be as follows:
Robert J. Fitzsimmons Robert E. Burnside, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the union will appoint up to three representatives to serve on said committee.
VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 124 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: PROCLAIM APRIL 13-19, 1997 AS "VOLUNTEER WEEK"
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 13,-19, 1997 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 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 125 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: DECLARE ITEMS SURPLUS - TREASURER'S DEPARTMENT
BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, this County Legislature hereby declare as surplus the following items from the Treasurer's Office and authorize the same be disposed of by the Buildings and Grounds Department as required by law:
Adler-Royal Calculators - Model #120PD+ - Serial No. 44879638
- Model #1228PD - Serial No. 78339692
- Model #1228PD - Serial No. 44787080
- Model #1228PD - Serial No. 44758288
Okidata Printers - Serial #269057
- Serial #607A-1064916
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 126 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AMEND BUDGET - BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS FOR SOUND SYSTEM FOR COURT ROOM WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee has approved the installation of a sound system for the Court Room, and
WHEREAS, the Building Maintenance Supervisor is in receipt of a letter from the Office of Court Administration will reimburse the County $2,738.00 for the microphones and stands with the balance of $1,796.30 to be funded from the Buildings and Grounds 1997 budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to increase the budget for Buildings and Grounds by the amount of the state reimbursement as follows:
Increase Appropriation Account No. 1620.200 $2,738.00
Increase Revenue Account No. 1620-3021 $2,738.00
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 127 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF UPS/TRANSFER OF FUNDS - TREASURER'S OFFICE
WHEREAS, the UPS which supports the Data General Aviion 4300 computer system in the Treasurer's Office would not power up after moving, and
WHEREAS, it would be advantageous to replace the unit due to the cost to repair and the improvements available in the new UPS's (i.e. safe system shutdown during power outages and brownouts).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Treasurer is hereby authorized to replace the UPS for the Data General Aviion which runs the County financial system at an estimated cost of $811. The funding to come from 1680.426, Maintenance of Equipment.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 128 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING UNION CONTRACT INQUIRIES - RESCINDED JUNE 9, 1997
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Management and Finance Committee that there be a formal policy setting the procedure for handling union contract inquiries. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Policies and Procedures be amended by the addition of the following policy:
PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING UNION CONTRACT INQUIRIES
Any and all questions or requests for clarification relative to the Administrative, Highway or Deputy Sheriff union contracts are to be referred to the Clerk of the Legislature. The Clerk will advise the Legislature of the inquiry and confer with the Personnel Director and any other appropriate source to resolve the question. Formal documentation of the results will be made for future reference.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 129 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ONE-YEAR APPOINTMENTS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of the following individuals for the year 1997 to the following committee and commission, to wit:
HEALTH SERVICES PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE Dr. Eunice Nayo PLANNING COMMISSION Chris Kimball Peterson, Town of Hector and Daniel L. Teed, Town of Dix
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 130 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: TWO-YEAR APPOINTMENTS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of the following individuals for the term effective immediately and terminating December 31, 1998 to the following boards, to wit:
AGRICULTURE AND FARMLAND PROTECTION BOARD Ronald Hoffman Ann Chafee John Pendergast SOUTHERN TIER CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD Ed Anna (to replace Victoria Gilbert)
VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 131 Motion by Franzese, Second by Burnside.
RE: RESOLUTION REQUESTING STATE AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENTS RE- DESIGNATE NEW YORK STATE ROUTE 17 AS INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 86 PURSUANT TO SECTION 153 OF THE COUNTY LAW
WHEREAS, Schuyler County is desirous of promoting economic development and tourism in Schuyler County and the surrounding Southern Tier of New York State, and
WHEREAS, numerous studies have shown that travelers, industries and other commercial enterprises desire to locate on or near federally designated interstate highways, and
WHEREAS, New York State Route 17 is a limited access expressway bearing only a state designation as a highway, and
WHEREAS, New York State Route 17 and its corresponding Pennsylvania Route 17 intersect with I-90 in Erie, Pennsylvania, I-390 near Bath, New York, I-81 and I-88 in Binghamton, New York, I-84 near Middletown, New York and I-87 in Harriman, New York, and
WHEREAS, there is no east-west interstate highway traversing the entire state in the southern tier of New York State, and
WHEREAS, as New York State Route 17 passes through neighboring Chemung County it has several at-grade intersections including those in Horseheads, New York an area that has recently been the site of significant economic development and also includes sites which have been the location of innumerable accidents and fatalities, and
WHEREAS, an interstate highway designation for New York State Route 17 would necessitate the elimination of these at-grade intersections saving loss of life and property, and
WHEREAS, an interstate highway designation for New York State Route 17 will help promote industry, tourism and economic growth in and around Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the State of New York and the United States Department of Transportation conduct any necessary studies and make any necessary upgrades to the entire length of such highway to meet Federal Interstate guidelines, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that New York State Route 17 be re-designated in such a manner as was followed by the Untied States Congress for I-99 in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the portion of New York State Route 17 now known as the Southern Tier Expressway and so known with signage reflecting the Native American be retained after re-designation of the route number to I-86, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to forward certified copies of this resolution to the Supervisors and Mayors in the Towns and Villages in Schuyler County, Chemung County Legislature and Executive, Steuben County Legislature and Administrator, Governor George Pataki, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles, Congressman Amory Houghton, Jr., Senators Alfonse D'Amato and Daniel Patrick Moynihan, New York State Association of Counties, County Legislators and Supervisors Association, New York Association of Towns, and New York State Department of Transportation (Hornell and Albany offices).
VOTE: Passed 6-1. No: Fitzsimmons.
RESOLUTION NO. 132 Motion by Franzese, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTION/REFUND OF TAXES - ALLEN - TOWN OF TYRONE 1995-97 LEVY
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Agency has received applications for correction and refund of taxes for 1997 and for a portion of the taxes for 1995 and 1996 for tax map number 18.-1-9 in the Town of Tyrone for property which was presumed to be owned by James L. Allen, due to a clerical error, RPTL Section 550 (2) f, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Real Property Tax Assistant and the Governmental Operations Committee that said applications be approved based upon the determination of findings.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute approval of said applications, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer refund the amount of $225.70, and charge back to the Hammondsport Central School District $97.18, and $36.80 to the Town of Tyrone.
Amount Assessment Reduced 1995 $1,600.00
1996 1,600.00
1997 1,000.00
Hammondsport Central School Taxes 1994-95 41.58
1995-96 43.53 1996-97 12.07
TOTAL Hammondsport Central School $ 97.18
Town of Tyrone Chargeback 1995 15.49
1996 16.29
1997 4.02
TOTAL Town of Tyrone $ 35.80
County Share 1995 39.01
1996 41.06
1997 11.65
TOTAL County $ 91.72
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 133 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS - REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax service annually microfilms the Schuyler County tax map sets, and no longer has use for the 1993, 1994 and 1995 tax maps sets.
BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, this County Legislature hereby declare as surplus the following items from the Real Property Tax Office and authorize the Real Property Tax Office dispose of the same by advertising for sealed bids with a minimum bid per set as set forth:
1993 MAP SET - $100.00 1994 MAP SET - $150.00 1995 MAP SET - $200.00
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 134 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: ESTABLISH NEW FEE SCHEDULE FOR THE REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE OFFICE
WHEREAS, the cost of reproducing tax maps, print-outs, and other reports, have been constantly increasing, and WHEREAS, these increased costs should be borne by those who utilize these services and not the County taxpayers as a whole.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following revised fee schedule, for work performed by the Real Property Tax Service Office, shall take effect May 1, 1997.
SCHUYLER COUNTY REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE OFFICE FEE SCHEDULE
Large Tax Maps from Mylar Original $ 5.00
Town Map - Composite & Reduced Size 5.00
County Map 2.50
Blueprint Machine Copy Costs: 30" x 42" 5.00
24" x 36" 4.00
17" x 22" 3.00
Photocopy Machine Copy Costs: 11" x 17" .50
8.5" x 14" .25
8.5" x 11" .25
Computerized Data Retrieved through Existing Programs and Printed on Stock Paper (Minimum Charge $20.00) .25/page
Computerized Data Retrieved through Existing Programs and Copied to 3.5" Diskettes (Minimum Charge $20.00) 10.00/diskette
These fees do not apply to work performed for Departments within the county which are covered by prior arrangement.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 135 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Franzese.
RE: APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTION OF TAXES - FROST - TOWN OF ORANGE WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Service has received an application for correction for tax map number 101.-1-36 in the Town of Orange due to a clerical error, pursuant to Real Property Tax Law 550(2)(c),and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Real Property Tax Assistant and the Governmental Operations Committee that the applications be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute approval of said application, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the 1997 tax warrant for the Town of Orange be reduced by $350.20 the amount of the omitted exemption. The Corning-Painted Post School District has corrected their roll.
Assessment $ 44,350
Agriculture Bldg. Exemption 10,400
Assessment for Town and County Purposes $ 33,950
Original Corrected Difference
County Tax $ 929.90 $ 711.84 $ 218.06
Town Tax 563.48 431.34 132.14
Orange Fire District 97.96 97.96 0.00
TOTAL $ 1,591.34 $ 1,241.14 $ 350.20
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 136 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Franzese.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH TRANSAMERICA REAL ESTATE TAX SERVICE - REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE
WHEREAS, TransAmerica Real Estate Service has offered to pay $1,000 annually for a standardized extract within the statewide RPS system known as the RPS Tax Bill Extract, or RPS155D1. The data contained in this file which is produced for the bill printing process, allows TransAmerica to beneficially impact municipalities by becoming more accurate and efficient without requiring direct contact with tax collectors and assessors during their busiest times of the year, and WHEREAS, TransAmerica only uses this data to positively impact the collector/servicer/lender/homeowner relationship and files are never related nor sold to any other entity.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign the aforementioned agreement, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 137 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Franzese.
RE: DESIGNATE THE WEEK OF MAY 18-24, 1997 AS EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK - EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
WHEREAS, Emergency Medical Services is a vital public service, and
WHEREAS, the members of emergency medicals services team are ready to provide lifesaving care to those in need 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and
WHEREAS, access to quality emergency care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rate of those who experience sudden illness or injury, and
WHEREAS, emergency medical services providers have traditionally served as the safety net of America's health care system, and
WHEREAS, emergency medical services teams consist of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, certified first responders, firefighters, educators, administrators, and other, and
WHEREAS, approximately two-thirds of all emergency medical services providers are volunteer, and
WHEREAS, the members of emergency medical services teams, whether career or volunteer, engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills, and
WHEREAS, Americans benefit daily from the knowledge and skills of these highly trained individuals, and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to recognize the value and the accomplishments of emergency medical services providers by designated Emergency Medical Services Week, and
WHEREAS, injury prevention and the appropriate use of the EMS System will help reduce national health care costs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby proclaims the week of May 18-24, 1997 as Emergency Medical Services Week and encourages the community to observe this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies and activities.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 138 Motion by Hastings, Second by Thurston.
RE: INTRODUCTION OF LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 2/LOCAL LAW NO. OF THE YEAR 1997 PURSUANT TO SECTION 257-C EXECUTIVE LAW AUTHORIZING SCHUYLER COUNTY PROBATION DEPARTMENT TO COLLECT DWI ADMINISTRATIVE FEES
WHEREAS, Section 257-C of the Executive Law permits counties to adopt a local law authorizing a probation department to collect DWI Administrative fees of up to $30/month, with said fee being based upon a probationer's ability to pay the fee and with the fee being set by the Probation Department with part or all of the fee being waived if the probationer is found indigent, with fees collected being retained and utilized for local probation services and shall not be considered by the State Division of Probation when determining state aid reimbursement pursuant to Section 246 o the Executive Law, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County believes it appropriate to enact such Local Law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that proposed Local Law Intro. No. 2/Local Law No. of the year 1997 in the form annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the municipal home rule law, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature shall hold a public hearing upon said proposed Local Law on May 12, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY.
Local Law Intro. No. 2/Local Law No. of the year 1997
A Local Law In Relation to the Collection of Fees by the County Probation Department Pursuant to Section 257-c of the Executive Law.
Section 1. LEGISLATIVE INTENT
This Local Law is enacted for the purpose of implementing the provisions of Section 257-c of the Executive Law of the State of New York authorizing a county to require individuals sentenced to a period of probation upon conviction of any crime under Article 31 of the Vehicle & Traffic Law, after the effective date of this Local Law, to pay an administrative fee to the County Probation Department.
Section 2. PROBATION ADMINISTRATIVE FEE (a) Every person who shall be sentenced to a period of probation upon conviction of any crime under Article 31 of the Vehicle & Traffic Law, and who is subject to supervision by the Department, shall pay to the Department an administrative fee of not less than $10.00 per month nor more than $30.00 per month, depending upon household size and taxable income in accordance with the Fee Schedule which is on file in the Legislative Office.
(b) In accordance with Section 257-c of the Executive Law, the Department may waive all or part of such fee where, because of the indigence of the offender, the payment of such fee would work an unreasonable hardship on the person convicted, his or her immediate family, or any other person who is dependent of such person for financial support.
(c) Monies collected pursuant to this Section shall be deposited by the Department with the County Treasurer and shall be utilized for probation services by the Department.
(d) The Probation Department shall determine the administrative fee upon review of the household and financial data in such form and manner as the Director of Probation shall determine. Changes in either household compensation or financial status may result in revision of fees.
Section 3. COLLECTION
Section 420.10, Subdivision 6, of the Criminal Procedure Law shall govern the collection of these administrative fees; but payment of the administrative fees which this section imposes shall not constitute a condition of any probation sentence. These fees shall apply to youthful offender probation.
Section 4. AGREEMENT
Every person liable to pay a fee hereunder shall execute a Payment Notification and Agreement in such form as the Division of Probation shall prescribe.
Section 5. RULES AND REGULATIONS
The Director of Probation is empowered to adopt rules, regulations and procedures necessary to implement this Local Law.
Section 6. AMENDMENT OF FEES
In the event the fees specified in Section 257-c of the Executive Law are amended by State legislation, the County Legislature may, by resolution, amend the amount of the fees prescribed herein in accordance with such State legislation.
Section 7. AID AND REIMBURSEMENT All fees collected hereunder shall be excluded from consideration by the Division of Probation when it determines state aid reimbursement pursuant to Section 246 of the Executive Law.
Section 8. SEPARABILITY
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 judgment shall not affect, impair or invalidate the remainder thereof, but shall be confined in its operation to the clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section or part of this Local Law directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment shall have been rendered.
Section 9. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the Secretary of State.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 139 Motion by Hastings, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH NEGOTIATION CONSULTANT
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a contract with Michael Krusen for negotiation consultant services in an amount not to exceed $2,000.00 for negotiations of the Deputy Sheriff's Unit contract, subject to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $2,000.00 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Legislative account no. 1010.435 to cover the cost thereof.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 140 Motion by Hastings, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN AGREEMENT IN SETTLEMENT OF DISCIPLINARY CHARGES
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature accepts execution of the Release and Waiver of All Rights and Agreement in Settlement of the Disciplinary matter referenced in the Voluntary Stipulation, and the terms set forth in the settlement agreement in full resolution of this matter, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign the Release and Waiver of All Rights and Agreement in Settlement of Disciplinary Charges relative to this matter, as approved by Labor Counsel. VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 141 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR BITUMINOUS CONCRETE ASPHALT
WHEREAS, Resolution No.46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
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. Genesee LeRoy Stone Corporation
2105 S. Broadway 6896 Ellicott Street
Pine City, NY 14871 Pavilion, NY 14525
Seneca Stone Corporation Benchmark New York
2105 S. Broadway P.O. Box 513
Pine City, NY 14871 Jamesville, NY 13078
R & L Perry Construction, Inc.
2419 Jennings Road
Watkins Glen, NY 14891 PAVER ONLY SB-17 & SB-170
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 142 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR ASPHALT EMULSION - AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids:
ALL BIDS ACCEPTED
Central Asphalt, Div. Of Suit-Kote Corp.
20 Fairground Lane
Watkins Glen, NY 14891 Items 2,3,4,6,7,8,14 & Authorization to sell to Schuyler County Municipalities.
A.L. Blades & Sons, Inc.
7610 Cty. Rte. 65, P.O. Box 590
Hornell, NY 14843-0590 Items 1,10 & 13 ONLY
Vestal Asphalt, Inc.
201 Stage Road
Vestal, NY 13850 Items 5,11 & 12 ONLY
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 143 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR COLD MIX PATCHING MATERIAL
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids:
ALL BIDS ACCEPTED
Central Asphalt, Div. Of Suit-Kote Corp. Seneca Stone Corporation
20 Fairground Lane 2105 S. Broadway
Watkins Glen, NY 14891 Pine City, NY 14871
Dalrymple Gravel & Contracting Co. Benchmark New York
2105 S. Broadway P.O. Box 513
Pine City, NY 14871 (English Meas.) Jamesville, NY 13078 (Mod. Mix Also)
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 144 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR READY-MIX CONCRETE
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
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. B.R. DeWitt, Inc.
2105 S. Broadway 6895 Ellicott Street Pine City, NY 14871 Pavilion, NY 14525
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 145 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR USED STEEL PIPE
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
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
P.O. Box 527
Elmira, NY 14902 Items 1,3,5,7,9,11,14,17 & 19 ONLY
Industrial Services
County Route 22
Andover, NY 14806 Items 2,4,6,8,10,12,13,15,16,18,20,21 & 22 ONLY
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 146 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT BID FOR NEW CORRUGATED METAL, GALVANIZED PIPE, NEW CORRUGATED METAL, GALVANIZED & ASPHALT TREATED PIPE, NEW CORRUGATED METAL PIPE ARCH, NEW GALVANIZED FLARED END SECTIONS WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
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
P.O. Box 527
Elmira, NY 14902
Copy of this bid is available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 147 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT BID FOR USED RAILROAD RAIL, NEW & USED STEEL PLATE, STEEL BRIDGE FLOORING, GABION BASKETS, POLY PIPE, & NEW & USED BRIDGE & SHOP STEEL
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
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
P.O. Box 527
Elmira, NY 14902
Copy of this bid is available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices. VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 148 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT BID FOR SIGNS, POSTS, EXTENSIONS & SIGN BLANKS
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
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
P.O. Box 527
Elmira, NY 14902
Copy of this bid is available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 149 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT BID FOR GUIDERAIL
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
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
P.O. Box 527 Elmira, NY 14902
Copy of this bid is available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 150 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR BANK RUN GRAVEL, MODIFIED GRAVEL, SAND & SELECT GRANULAR FILL
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids:
ALL BIDS ACCEPTED
B.R. Dewitt, Inc. Maple Terrace Gravel Mine
6895 Ellicott Street 2391 County Road 10
Pavilion, NY 14525 Alpine, NY 14805
R & L Perry Construction, Inc. Arcangeli Gravel Pit
2419 Jennings Road 4071 Satterly Hill Road
Watkins Glen, NY 14891 Burdett, NY 14818
Dalrymple Gravel & Contracting Co. Wickhams Pit (Annella Wickham)
2105 S. Broadway 2300 Texas Hollow Road
Pine City, NY 14871 Odessa, NY 14869 Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 151 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR ICE CONTROL SAND
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid:
B.R. DeWitt, Inc.
6895 Ellicott Street
Pavilion, NY 14525, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following bids be rejected:
R.L. Perry Construction, Inc. Dalrymple Gravel & Contracting Co.
2419 Jennings Road 2105 S. Broadway
Watkins Glen, NY 14891 Pine City, NY 14871
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 152 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR CRUSHED LIMESTONE & CRUSHED GRAVEL
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids:
ALL BIDS ACCEPTED
B.R. DeWitt, Inc. Benchmark New York
6895 Ellicott Street P.O. Box 513
Pavilion, NY 14525 Jamesville, NY 13078
Dalrymple Gravel & Contracting Co. Seneca Stone Corporation
2105 S. Broadway 2105 S. Broadway
Pine City, NY 14871 Pine City, NY 14871
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 153 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT BID FOR TREE & STUMP REMOVAL
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid:
ONLY BID RECEIVED
Dave Day's Tree Service
52 State Route 230
P.O. Box 162
Wayne, NY 14893 Copy of this bid is available for inspection at the Highway or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 154 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT BID FOR STEEL BELTED RADIAL TIRES
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 46-97 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened at the Regular Public Works Committee Meeting on March 17, 1997.
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 or Legislative Offices.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 155 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZATION FOR SCHUYLER COUNTY PINS DIVERSION ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE TO PREPARE AND SUBMIT PINS GRANT AND COMMITMENT OF COUNTY FUNDS OUT OF CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT - PROBATION
WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler has received notification of an award of $10,605.00 in federal funds from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, and
WHEREAS, said funds are earmarked for provision of services for PINS at risk youth and their families in order to prevent out of home placements, and
WHEREAS, said grant requires that the County commit the sum of $3,535.00 as a hard cash match, and WHEREAS, the PINS Diversion Administrative Committee and the Public Safety Committee of this Legislature have discussed the benefits of applying for said grant.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature consent to the Schuyler County PINS Diversion Planning Committee preparing the necessary application and submit it to the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature for her signature upon authorization from the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature commit the sum of $3,535 from the County Contingency Account and transfer said amount into the Probation Department 3140.4 account, creating a separate line item with said funds to be used for the provision of additional services for PINS youth and their families as authorized in the said grant, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, there will an accounting of expenditures and program impact by the Director of Probation by October 1, 1997.
NOTE: This resolution failed in committee.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Burnside explained that there was some confusion about this resolution in committee and asked that Ron Alexander comment on the issue. Ron stated that the $3,500 that the county has to pay could save the county up to $10,000. He feels it is a wise expenditure and that kids will benefit from the program. Chairman Halpin asked that Ron keep track of the expenditures and report to committee. Legislator Franzese understood the program to be group projects like the county already has, not one on one programs. Ron explained that it is flexible, it can be a group or an individual.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 156 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL TO NATIONAL IMMUNIZATION CONFERENCE
WHEREAS, the New York State Association of County Health Officials (NYSACHO) has funding from the New York State Department of Health to coordinate immunization grant activities for counties, and
WHEREAS, NYSACHO will pay all expenses for one person per county to attend the National Immunization Conference in Detroit from May 18-21, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Public Health Office is hereby authorized to send a nurse to the aforementioned conference.
NOTE: This resolution failed in committee. NOTE: This resolution failed in Management & Finance.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Thurston wanted to re-iterate on why he sponsored this resolution individually. He feels that the County Nurses should attend to make sure training is being done and it is totally funded by the State of New York. Legislator Franzese suggested that any future resolutions should be supported for this type of travel.
VOTE: Passed 6-1. No: Halpin.
RESOLUTION NO. 157 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING OF VACANCY - SOCIAL WELFARE EXAMINER - SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, a Social Welfare Examiner has been promoted to Supervising Support Investigator upon the retirement of Patricia Meehan, and
WHEREAS, another Social Welfare Examiner has submitted her resignation effective April 11, 1997, and WHEREAS, this creates a Social Welfare Examiner position vacancy in the Transitional Services Unit (Public Assistance and Food Stamps), and
WHEREAS, that unit has been downsized already by the elimination of a permanent Social Welfare Examiner position in June, 1995, vacancies in an Account Clerk Typist position since June, 1996, ½ time Caseworker position in August, 1996; temporary HEAP position in November, 1996 and shared Typist in November 1996, and
WHEREAS, because of those staff reductions, the remaining Examiners have taken on additional responsibilities for their cases including correspondence, filing, case record set up, routine phone calls and disability review work ups, and
WHEREAS, the unit, upon recommendation of the CGR report reorganized into a generic unit which has caused a loss of efficiency so that case processing backlogged, and
WHEREAS, Welfare reform initiatives are expected to cause additional administrative/case processing tasks, and
WHEREAS, the department's inability to complete disability review packages is costing local Medicaid dollars, and
WHEREAS, the medical assistance caseload continues to grow so that eventually if the Transitional Services Unit workload decreased, the Examiner will be needed in the Medicaid Unit.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Commissioner of Social Services be authorized to fill the Social Welfare Examiner vacancy and the vacancy created by the promotion of a worker to this position. NOTE: This resolution failed in committee.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings wanted to explain this resolution. The department has lost three employees, one is on disability. The Laws have changed and therefore have increased the amount of work that needs to be done. She supports the promotion of one employee and the filling of that vacancy. She urged the rest of the Legislature to support this resolution.
MOTION by Chairman Halpin to amend the resolution by making both positions temporary. SECOND by Legislator Fitzsimmons for discussion. Legislator Halpin stated that the temporary Social Welfare Examiner position would not have to be created, however the position left vacant would have to be created unless it is already there. Legislator Hastings said that the department needs the positions filled at this time. She believes that the position would not be temporary for very long and she supports the amendment. Legislator Burnside asked how long the temporary position would be filled. Chairman Halpin explained that after three months it would be reviewed. Legislator Hastings stated that there are two people qualified for the positions and the move should be an easy one. Legislator Fitzsimmons asked how long a position can be vacant before it is terminated. Chairman Halpin explained that it is always there, however, after 90 days the position has to be filled by a resolution. The Treasurer stated that a permanent employee going into a temporary position will lose benefits. Legislator Franzese felt it would be detrimental to the county. The more the department is shortchanged, the more work is left undone. Legislator Thurston inquired about the department head being aware of this amendment. Legislator Hastings stated that the department head is on vacation, but is aware of it. Legislator Hastings felt it has to be a full board decision. Legislator Burnside asked Legislator Hastings if she would consider tabling the resolution. Legislator Hastings stated that she can not, the position needs to be filled right away. Motion failed, three ayes to four noes. Noes: Franzese, Fitzsimmons, Burnside and Thurston.
VOTE: Passed 5-2. Noes: Halpin, Compton.
RESOLUTION NO. 158 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: CREATE AND FILL SOCIAL WORK ASSISTANT POSITION - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, providing case management services is an integral part of Schuyler County Mental Health Programs, and
WHEREAS, funding for a social work assistant will be provided via 100% state monies under the Reinvestment Program of the Office of Mental Health, and
WHEREAS, the Community Services Board recognizes the need and indicates support for the creation of this position in the Mental Health Clinic, and WHEREAS, the Center for Governmental Research also identified the need for this additional position, and
WHEREAS, the Senior Social Work Assistant position will be abolished upon the filling of this position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature authorize the Director of Community Services to hire a Social Work Assistant at Grade Level XXII, salary of $11.92 per hour for 1997, effective immediately, pending approval of the Civil Service Commission. The position will continue as long as state funding for the position continues.
NOTE: This resolution failed in committee.
VOTE: Passed 6-1. No: Franzese.
RESOLUTION NO. 159 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE DISPLAY OF PORTRAITS FOR LEGISLATIVE CHAMBERS
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby direct the Clerk of the Legislature to display in the Legislative Chambers, portraits of each Legislature Chairman, beginning with the inception of the Legislature (1971) and continuing.
VOTE: Passed 6-0. Abstain: Franzese.
RESOLUTION NO. 160 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE:: PROCLAIM WEEK OF MAY 4-10, 1997 AS "NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK"
WHEREAS, the Tourism Works for American Council designates May 4-10 to encourage communities and the travel and tourism industry to emphasize the economic, social, and cultural impact of the travel and tourism industry on the nation, and to show appreciation to all the travelers who make it happen, and
WHEREAS, the National Tourist Appreciation Day is set for Wednesday, May 7, 1997, and
WHEREAS, tourism is a major economic development tool ranking with agriculture, manufacturing and education in terms of its overall impact on our society, and this Legislature is desirous of taking an active part in National Tourism Week.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby proclaims May 4- 10, 1997 National Tourism Week for 1997, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature forward certified copies of this resolution to the Finger Lakes Association, Inc., Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 161 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
RE: DECLARATION OF APRIL 17, 1997 AS LOCAL GOVERNMENT DAY IN CELEBRATION OF NATIONAL COUNTY GOVERNMENT DAY
WHEREAS, April 17, 1997 is National County Government Day, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature encourages its citizens to become more active in county government by attending and participating in County Legislative meetings as follows:
Monday, May 12, 1997
Monday, June 9, 1997
Monday, July 14, 1997
Monday, August 11, 1997
Monday, September 8, 1997
Tuesday, October 14, 1997
Monday, November 10, 1997
Monday, December 8, 1997
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby declare April 17, 1997 as Local Government Day within Schuyler County.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 162 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE SETTLEMENT OF CLAIM FROM JUDGMENTS AND CLAIMS
WHEREAS, the County is in receipt of a claim, McGrain -v- Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, insurance counsel, as well as the County Attorney recommend settlement of the claim to reduce the county's potential exposure and to also reduce legal fees, and WHEREAS, the Public Official Liability Policy contains a permission requirement for settlement of claims.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes and approves the settlement of the above-entitled action against the County at a cost of approximately $1,666.00, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the County Attorney to execute all documents in furtherance of such settlement, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the payment of said settlement from Judgement and Claims account no. 1930.400.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 163 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - TREASURER'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Treasurer's Office is in need of network cards for two of its computers in order to connect to the network.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer $151.00 from account no. 1325.400 to account no. 1325.208 to cover the cost of these items.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 164 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
RE: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT FOR THE EMERGENCY 911 COMMUNICATION SYSTEM OF THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER, NEW YORK, AT A MAXIMUM ESTIMATED COST OF $416,000, AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT EXCEEDING $416,000 SERIAL BONDS OF SAID COUNTY TO PAY THE COST THEREOF
BE IT RESOLVED, by the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler, New York, as follows:
Section 1. The purchase and installation of equipment for the Emergency 911 Communication system of the County of Schuyler, New York, is hereby authorized at a maximum estimated cost of $416,000.
Section 2. SEQR Determination: It is hereby determined that the aforesaid objects or purposes constitute a Type II action under the SEQR regulations of the State of New York which will not have a significant impact upon the environment. Section 3. The plan for the financing of such maximum estimated cost is by the issuance of not exceeding $416,000 serial bonds of said County hereby authorized to be issued therefor pursuant to the Local Finance Law; provided, however, that the power to appropriate 1997 fund balances to pay any part of such cost, including the power to redeem any or all obligations issued pursuant to this resolution from such 1997 fund balances, is hereby delegated to the County Treasurer.
Section 4. It is hereby determined that the period of probable usefulness of the aforesaid specific object or purposes is ten years, pursuant to subdivision 25 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law.
Section 5. The faith and credit of said County of Schuyler, New York, are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds becoming due and payable in such year. There shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property of said County, a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same become due and payable.
Section 6. All other matters except as provided herein relating to the serial bonds herein authorized including the date, denominations, maturities and interest payment dates, within the limitations prescribed herein and the manner of execution of the same, including the consolidation with other issues, and also the ability to issue serial bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, shall be determined by the County Treasurer, the chief fiscal officer of such County. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law, and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals, in addition to those required by Section 51.00 of the Local Finance Law, as the County Treasurer shall determine consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 7. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the County Treasurer, the chief fiscal officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said County Treasurer, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 8. The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only if:
1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said County is not authorized to expend money, or
2) The provisions of the law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or
3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.
Section 9. This resolution shall constitute a statement of official intent for purposes of Treasury Regulations Section 1.150-2. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are, or are reasonably expected to be, reserved, allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the permanent funding of the object or purpose described herein.
Section 10. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in full in the Watkins Review and Express, the official newspaper of such County, together with a notice of the Clerk of the County Legislature in substantially the form provided in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 165 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS - COMMUNICATION CONSOLES - EMERGENCY SERVICES
WHEREAS, advertisement was done for bids for replacement of the communication consoles in the Emergency Services Department.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby accepts the bid received from Motorola Corporation in the amount of $395,000.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 166 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR SEALED BIDS FOR PROPERTIES ACQUIRED FOR TAXES
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to advertise for bids for properties the County has acquired for taxes, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the bids are to be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 30, 1997, by the Clerk of the Legislature, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. Bids are to be opened and considered at the Management & Finance Committee Meeting at 9:00 a.m. on June 2, 1997, at which time recommendation for Legislative action will be made: acceptance or rejection of bids to be made at the June 9, 1997, Regular Meeting of the Legislature. The County of Schuyler reserves the right to reject any and all bids. VOTE: Passed 7-0.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Burnside reported on the Governmental Operations Committee. He informed the public that the County Clerk is now back to work and that Linda Compton and Joy Ector have done a wonderful job running the office in her absence. He also reported on the Public Works Committee. The Deputy Highway Superintendent is out on medical leave and the Superintendent is retiring soon. There is a possibility of hiring a temporary Deputy Superintendent for now until a Superintendent is hired. The County is also looking into the possibility of hiring one person to be in charge of the whole Public Works department. Legislator Fitzsimmons reported on the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee. He informed the public of the new planner, John Czamanske. He also stated that the Brineline project could become a potential environmental issue for the county and that it will be discussed at the next committee meeting.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board. They discussed the Brineline project at their last meeting. They oppose the project right now until more information is available. They would like the county to hold a public hearing on the topic. She also reported on the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee. The NYS Farm Bureau State Board will be meeting in Watkins Glen on September 10 & 11, 1997. This is the first time that Schuyler County has hosted the NYS Farm Bureau meeting. Soil & Water Conservation signed a contract for funding from environmental bond act in the amount of $55,850. Water Quality committee met and they have an application for $5,000 grant for Household Hazardous Waste.
Legislator Hastings also reported on Human Services. The Youth Bureau Director has sent out copies of a questionnaire about children services. She was notified by PIC that the county has received a summer youth program grant of $58,000.
Legislator Hastings also reported on the Health Services Committee. They have verbal approval from the Commissioner of Public Health and a letter of approval authorizing a waiver to allow combining the two departments. She reminded the public of the Mental Health Open House on May 2, 1997 from 2-6:00 p.m. She then reported on the Human Services Committee by passing around a handout on the teleconference held for DSS called The Case for Welfare Reform. Chenango County had a symposium on welfare reform. She believes our county should hold one so that everyone can see what the future holds for the county for the next five years.
Legislator Franzese wanted to keep the Legislature up to date on State issues. NYSAC is having a conference tomorrow to discuss Medicaid reform. They are asking for our direct input into areas where we would like to see change. She believes the State should assume full responsibility and the cost of these programs.
Chairman Halpin received E-Mail from Jim Wilson, the Director at the Schuyler County ARC in reference to capturing the market for small conferences in Schuyler County. He wanted us to know that on May 14 - 16, 1997 NYSARC, Inc. will be holding their conference at the Glen Motor Inn for 40-50 people. The Schuyler ARC submitted a package to them promoting the area. The economic impact will be around $15,000 plus over a three day period. The Chairman scheduled a Legislative Committee for April 16, 1997 at 4:00 p.m.
MOTION by Legislator Hastings to withdraw the tabled Resolution No. 106/97 of the March 10, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Legislature titled, Streamlining Delivery for Health Services, SECOND by Legislator Burnside. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer wanted to know why Legislator Fitzsimmons voted no on Resolution No. 131. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that the country invests a lot of money for highway projects like the Corning bypass and he feels the money could be better spent. Legislator Burnside believes the Federal Government should pay for the projects.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
Robin D. Thoman, Personal Secretary
REGULAR MEETING MAY 12, 1997
The May 12, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Acting Chairman Franzese at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Fitzsimmons and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Chairman Halpin and Legislator Compton. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Legislator Thurston was the first to welcome Legislator Young back from his medical leave.
Tom Ryan asked if the county was hiring a new Veterans Service Director. Legislator Hastings explained that there are some different options that are being researched, however, Stan Clark has offered to fill in until we resolve the situation. Acting Chairman Franzese commented on the hours possibly being reduced. Legislator Hastings stated that the committee agreed upon three four-hour days. David Lisk, being a war veteran himself, believes the office should stay open at fourteen hours a week, he would hate to see the office hours get cut. Legislator Burnside said that it would be discussed again at the next committee meeting. Max Neal from the Chamber of Commerce presented the newest publication of the "I Love New York" Guide. She said that there is excellent coverage for Schuyler County. She also said that she recently attended the Governor's Conference on Tourism and he mentioned Watkins Glen.
Tom Ryan wanted to know how many years our Highway Superintendent had worked for the county. Legislator Burnside said six years. Tom also wanted to know if he was retiring. Legislator Burnside explained that he was retiring and leaving the county to take on a part-time job elsewhere.
PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW NO. 2 TITLED PURSUANT TO SECTION 257-C EXECUTIVE LAW AUTHORIZING SCHUYLER COUNTY PROBATION DEPARTMENT TO COLLECT DWI ADMINISTRATIVE FEES : Ron Alexander, Probation Director, gave a brief explanation of the Local Law. He said that New York State enacted legislation to receive revenues for DWI charges. There are many states in the country that permit administrative fees to be collected. New York State requires a Local Law be implemented. Statewide, the revenue has been better than anticipated. He explained that in order to enforce the collection, the county would have to take civil action. Other counties say they use coercive tactics. He explained that the fee is usually around $30 depending on the size of the family and their income. The Director of Probation can waive the fee. Jim Coleman said that he and Ron have discussed the Local Law thoroughly and it is a good idea. Ron said he has discussed it with his staff and they believe they can handle it. It will be an opportunity to gain revenue for the Probation Department. Tom Ryan wanted to know how many DWI's have been referred to probation in the last twelve months. Phil Barnes said around twelve. Ron said that may not be exact, he believes more like ten. Legislator Thurston wanted to clarify that this was just for DWI convictions. Ron said yes for a DWI and a DWO, however a DWAI would not qualify.
RESOLUTION NO. 167 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE MARCH 10, 1997 REGULAR MEETING AND MARCH 24, 1997 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the March 10, 1997 Regular Meeting and March 24, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 168A Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 168
BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 168 be amended to increase the Sheriff's salary to $47,000 for the fiscal years 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001. VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Franzese
RESOLUTION NO. 168B Motion by Thurston, Second by Hastings.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 168 - FAILED
BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 168 be amended to increase the Sheriff's salary to $47,000 for the fiscal years 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001 plus 2% for the fiscal years 1999, 2000 and 2001.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings stated that the county has a Sheriff who doesn't travel a lot and doesn't waste county dollars. He was promised a salary increase five years ago. This Legislature should consider the 2% increase. Legislator Burnside asked Phil Barnes what the revenues were currently at. Phil said between $80-$100,000 for the first four months of the year. Legislator Thurston stated the Sheriff's job is not easy, it is very difficult. He deserves a raise. Legislator Fitzsimmons said he could not support a 2% per year increment especially for just one official. Acting Chairman Franzese said that the committee did a county survey and this recommendation seemed fair. She also stated that any position can be increased during the term by adopting a Local Law.
VOTE: Failed 4-2. Noes: Fitzsimmons, Franzese.
RESOLUTION NO. 168C Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 168
BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 168 be amended to increase the Chairman's salary to $10,000 for the fiscal years 1998 and 1999.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Fitzsimmons asked the County Attorney if the Local Law had to be split. The County Attorney explained that you can divide the question, have five phases of the introduction and then one Local Law later. Acting Chairman Franzese agreed to vote no on the resolution as a whole.
VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Franzese.
RESOLUTION NO. 168 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 3/LOCAL LAW NO. OF THE YEAR 1997 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN ELECTED OFFICIALS - AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, the County law permits and requires the Legislature to set the salaries of all officials paid from County funds, and
WHEREAS, the salaries of certain elected officials have been reviewed and are in need of revision upon the expiration of their terms, and WHEREAS, none of the officials affected will thereby have a change in compensation during a term.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 3/Local Law No. of the year 1997, 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 June 9, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY.
LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 3/LOCAL LAW NO. OF THE YEAR 1997
A Local Law Setting Salaries for Certain Elected Officials for Fiscal Years 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001.
Section 1. LEGISLATIVE INTENT
This Local Law is enacted pursuant to Sections 200 and 201 of the County Law for the purpose of setting the salaries of certain elected officials for fiscal years 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001.
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 47,000 $47,000 $47,000
County Clerk 34,000 34,000 34,000 34,000
District Attorney 32,000 32,000 32,000 32,000
Section 3. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the Secretary of State.
VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Franzese.
RESOLUTION NO. 169 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside. RE: RESOLUTION DECLARING THE MONTH OF MAY AS OLDER AMERICANS MONTH IN SCHUYLER COUNTY - OFFICE FOR THE AGING
WHEREAS, the month of May has been designated as Older Americans Month, and
WHEREAS, the fastest growing segment of the American society consists of older Americans, and
WHEREAS, older Americans have contributed a lifetime to the growth and development of their community and the nation, and
WHEREAS, older Americans continue to contribute to the welfare of their community as volunteers, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature wishes to recognize the older Americans residing in Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby designate the week of May 19 through May 25, 1997 as Older Americans Week in Schuyler County, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature wishes to express its sincere appreciation and gratitude to all Schuyler County Seniors.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 170 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: ADJUST 1997 BUDGET - OFFICE FOR THE AGING
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to adjust the Office for the Aging budget due to the receipt of a one-time NYS Grant for a SOFA- funded Internet Service Provider, as follows:
+300 Appropriations account no. 6772.0439
+300 Revenue account no. 6772-3772
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 171 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
RE: PROCLAIM MAY 21, 1997 NATIONAL EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND FITNESS DAY PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, significant health benefits can be obtained by including a moderate amount of physical activity on most, if not all, days of the week; and
WHEREAS, regular physical activity greatly reduces the risk of dying from coronary heart disease, and reduces the risk of developing diabetes, high blood pressure, and colon cancer; and
WHEREAS, regular physical activity improves mood, helps relieve depression, and increases feelings of well-being, fosters healthy muscles, bones and joints, and enhances the ability to perform daily tasks; and
WHEREAS, the rewards of increasing physical activity include preventing premature death, unnecessary illness and disability, controlling health care costs, and maintaining a high quality of life into old age; and
WHEREAS, social support from family and friends has been consistently and positively related to regular physical activity; and
WHEREAS, in recognition that worksite wellness programs reduce health care costs, absenteeism and turnover, and increase productivity and performance, Schuyler County, as an employer, has initiated an employee wellness program, WOW! - Working On Wellness.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby proclaims May 21, 1997 as NATIONAL EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND FITNESS DAY in Schuyler County, and commends this observance to all employees of the County of Schuyler, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that copies of this signed proclamation shall be sent to all Department Heads to be posted in each department.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 172 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
RE: PROCLAIM MONTH OF MAY AS "MENTAL HEALTH MONTH"
WHEREAS, current prevalence estimates indicate that more than 1.2 million New York residents including more than 1,000 Schuyler County residents of all ages suffer from mental illness, and
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 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 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 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 173 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT BETWEEN FINGER LAKES NATIONAL FOREST AND SCHUYLER COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT REGARDING FIRE SUPPRESSION
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Office of Emergency Management under the Mutual Aid Plan of the County Fire Departments, agrees when called upon by the Forest Service to provide prompt fire suppression action on all forest fires on the Hector Ranger District.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to enter into this agreement with the National Forest Service, subject to all the terms of this agreement, and it shall be effective May 30, 1997 until May 30, 2003, subject to approval by the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 174 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR COUNTY HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT POSITION WHEREAS, the County Highway Superintendent position will become vacant as of May 31, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes the advertisement for a replacement for said position.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings wanted to add to the resolution that the applicant must reside in Schuyler County. The Clerk and the County Attorney advised Legislator Hastings that to do so would delay the process because advertisement has been done already and applications have been turned in.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 175 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: REPEAL OF THE 1996 HCRA TAX ON NEW YORK HEALTH CARE SERVICES BY THE STATE LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the new 1996 Health Care Reform Act (HCRA) surcharge paid by individuals on health care services after January 1, 1997 unfairly shifts cost responsibility to those who are least likely to be able to afford it, and
WHEREAS, those in need of health care services like the working poor who don't qualify for Medicaid, those between jobs who are uninsured or the under insured are assessed directly the 8.18% surcharge adding a greater financial burden, and
WHEREAS, it is a new direct tax to the insured subscriber on deductibles, Co-Insurance and uncovered charges, and
WHEREAS, employees will face higher insurance rates since the surcharge obligations are now considered a claim charge, and
WHEREAS, lab services and other out patient costs will increase since the providers are responsible for any uncollected tax, and
WHEREAS, New York Hospitals, health care facilities and labs will lose business resulting in lost jobs since the surcharge paid directly to the providers is 32% by certain groups, and
WHEREAS, the HCRA of 1996 shifts pool payments that were previously paid by insurance Industries directly to individual consumers who are hard working New Yorkers who already pay the highest taxes in the nation while insurance companies and HMO's are experiencing record profits, and WHEREAS, a system that discourages, even if unintentionally lab tests or other out patient ambulatory care services that are used for the early detection of cancer, heart or other diseases will have tragic human consequences.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature request that Governor Pataki and the New York State Legislature as soon as possible repeal the New York State 8.18% tax on patient health care now paid by individuals which took effect January 1, 1997, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that copies of this resolution be sent to Governor Pataki, Senator Bruno, Speaker Silver, Senator Kuhl, Assemblyman Bacalles, NYSAC, ClaS and the Schuyler County Town Supervisors and Village Mayors.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings asked why the tax was being put on this. Acting Chairman Franzese stated that indigent care was paid for previously by a tax on inpatient health care paid by insurance companies. As of January 1, 1997, New York has imposed an individual health care tax on both inpatient and outpatient health care services to assure that the $1.9 billion needed is raised. New York is the only state in the nation to do so. This tax clearly taxes the working poor and the sick who are most in need. Those who stand to benefit are the insurance companies.
VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Hastings
RESOLUTION NO. 176 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT OF REAL PROPERTY TAX DIRECTOR
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director's position is still vacant.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approves of the hiring of Thomas Bloodgood at a salary of $31,000 effective July 14, 1997 to finish the vacated term ending September 30, 2001.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 177 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR VETERAN'S SERVICE DIRECTOR
WHEREAS, the Veteran's Service Director has submitted his resignation effective May 20, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes advertisement to fill said vacancy.
VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 178 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE ON BRINELINE ISSUE AND REQUEST FORMAL HEARING FROM THE FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION (FERC)
WHEREAS, it has been brought to the attention of the Schuyler County Legislature that there is strong community opposition to the proposed Brineline Project, and
WHEREAS, the Legislature is requesting a formal public hearing from FERC on this Project, and
WHEREAS, the deadline for public comment is May 19, 1997, and
WHEREAS, the Legislature wishes to offer its citizens the opportunity to voice their concerns at a public meeting during the open comment period.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature, in cooperation with the Environmental Management Council, hereby set a Public Hearing on the Brineline Project for Wednesday, May 14, 1997 at 7:00 p.m., to be held at the Watkins Glen Elementary School Auditorium, Decatur Street, Watkins Glen, NY, and further encourages its citizens to participate in said Hearing, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be directed to request a formal public hearing in Schuyler County from FERC as soon as is reasonably possible.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 179 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: ACCEPT OFFER TO PURCHASE AND QUITCLAIM PROPERTY TAKEN BY TAX DEED TO HAROLD C. AND JUDY M. MAYO
WHEREAS, the County Treasurer took a tax deed to property situated in the Town of Catharine, County of Schuyler and State of New York, more particularly described as tax map number 79.-1-4, parcel number 102-0469-01 , said property to have been sold by sealed bids to be opened and considered on June 2, 1997, and
WHEREAS, the former owner of record has submitted an Offer to Purchase said property for $1,728.88, 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 execute the Offer to Purchase, quitclaim deed and attending documents for the transfer of the aforementioned property to Harold and Judy M. Mayo, upon receipt of the recording fees, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that payment in full to the Schuyler County Treasurer of 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 acceptance or rejection of the bids at the June 9, 1997, Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature , and
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 or the estate of 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.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 180 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE LETTER OF SUPPORT TO J. ROBERT KRAMER, II
WHEREAS, April 21, 1997, the United States, the states of New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania filed a Civil Antitrust complaint, a proposed Final Judgment and a Stipulation and Order between the parties of AKZO Nobel and Cargill, Inc., and
WHEREAS, the Stipulation and Order and proposed Final Judgment requires Cargill and AKZO to ensure that, until the divestitures mandated by the proposed Final Judgment are accomplished, AKZO's Watkins Glen evaporated salt plant and related assets will be maintained and operated as a saleable and economically viable ongoing concern, and
WHEREAS, both facilities are an extremely important and a vital part of our community, and,
WHEREAS, written comments may be submitted to the United States Department of Justice within 60 days of the date of publication of the Competitive Impact Statement in the Federal Register.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that a letter be prepared to J. Robert Kramer II, Chief-Litigation II Section, Antitrust Division, United States Department of Justice, 1401 H Street, NW, Suite 3000, Washington, D.C., 20530, on behalf of our Schuyler County community simply to make the United Sates Department of Justice aware of the importance of the jobs provided by both of these facilities and the economic impact that any downsizing or plant closings would have on our small Schuyler County community.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 181 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Young. RE: INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS AND REVENUES - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Department purchased bullet-proof vests under the Soft Body Armor Program by the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services in 1996. Under this program the County will receive full reimbursement for vests meeting the required standards and purchased under the state contract through the NYS Office of General Services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to increase the Sheriff appropriations account no. 3110.432 and revenue account no. 3110- 3389 both by $3,328.95.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 182 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Young.
RE: CONTRACT BETWEEN THE FALLS HOME CARE AGENCY AND THE SCHUYLER COUNTY HOME HEALTH AGENCY
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Home Health Agency sometimes needs more Home Health Aides and Personal Care Aides than are available on staff and from contract agencies, and
WHEREAS, the Falls Home Care Agency has aides available at the rate of $13.50 per hour for Home Health Aides and $13.00 per hour for Personal Care Aides.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute an agreement between the Falls Home Care Agency and the Schuyler County Home Health Agency for aide services from May 1, 1997, through April 30, 1998, at the rate of $13.50 per hour for Home Health Aides and $13.00 per hour for Personal Care Aides; contingent upon the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
(Schuyler Hospital rates are $13.50 for HHA, $12.75 for PCA.)
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 183 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: DECLARE THE MONTH OF MAY AS MOTORCYCLE SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS, ABATE (A Brotherhood Aimed Toward Education) is dedicated to the elimination of automobile-motorcycle accidents, and WHEREAS, ABATE is engaged in education programs to make the public more aware of the motorcyclist and the safe operation of the motorcycle on the highways, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Chapter of ABATE is taking the week of May 18-24, 1997 to call to the attention of the community the vast number of motorcycles that are on the highways, and to help promote public safety.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature proclaims May 18-24, 1997 "Motorcycle Safety Awareness Week" in Schuyler County.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
Acting Chairman Franzese made a statement for the record. "As the sponsor of Intro. No. 17 re: Mental Health Request for Catering, etc. Expenditures to Conform with the Schuyler County Rules of Procedure. I am pleased to withdraw this resolution based upon a written memorandum from our Mental Health Director which reads, 'This memorandum is to serve as a request for retraction from the April 18, 1997 Health Services committee meeting. The portion of the minutes wherein I requested $1,200 to be expended for the purpose of an open house needs to be struck from the minutes because the request is no longer necessary'. Thank you".
WITHDRAWN
RE: APPROVAL OF MENTAL HEALTH REQUEST FOR CATERING, ETC. EXPENDITURES TO CONFORM WITH SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATIVE RULES OF PROCEDURE - WITHDRAWN
WHEREAS, April 18,1997 the Mental Health Director requested permission to use State and County Tax dollars up to $1,200 out of the PROGRAM SUPPLIES line of his budget for Catering, etc. (estimated at $600 for one caterer in the Committee Minutes.), and
WHEREAS, the Mental Health Director was notified April 25,1997 of Rule 22, paragraph 11 of the Schuyler County Rules of Procedure, that requires unappropriated expenditures (not CLEARLY designated in the budget such as catering expenses) to be approved by Resolution of the Legislature, and
WHEREAS, this rule protects the right of ALL Legislators to be knowledgeable and have a say on monies that may be appropriated in a line such as PROGRAM SUPPLIES being used for purposes other than normal County purposes such as catering, printed invitations , etc.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approves the transfer of up to $1,200 from PROGRAM SUPPLIES to account #_____MISC.(CATERING, ETC.) to be used for Catering, etc. as requested on April 18,1997. NOTE: This resolution failed in Management & Finance Committee.
RESOLUTION NO. 184 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 2/LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF THE YEAR 1997 PURSUANT TO SECTION 257-C EXECUTIVE LAW AUTHORIZING SCHUYLER COUNTY PROBATION DEPARTMENT TO COLLECT DWI ADMINISTRATIVE FEES
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law authorizing the Schuyler County Probation Department to collect DWI administrative fees was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held May 12, 1997, 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 said Local Law Intro. No. 2/Local Law No. 2 of the year 1997, 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. 2/Local Law No. 2 of the year 1997, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper.
Local Law Intro. No. 2/Local Law No. 2 of the year 1997
A Local Law In Relation to the Collection of Fees by the County Probation Department Pursuant to Section 257-c of the Executive Law.
Section I. LEGISLATIVE INTENT
This Local Law is enacted for the purpose of implementing the provisions of Section 257-c of the Executive Law of the State of New York authorizing a county to require individuals sentenced to a period of probation upon conviction of any crime under Article 31 of the Vehicle & Traffic Law, after the effective date of this Local Law, to pay an administrative fee to the County Probation Department.
Section 2. PROBATION ADMINISTRATIVE FEE
(a) Every person who shall be sentenced to a period of probation upon conviction of any crime under Article 31 of the Vehicle & Traffic Law, and who is subject to supervision by the Department, shall pay to the Department an administrative fee of not less than $10.00 per month nor more than $30.00 per month, depending upon household size and taxable income in accordance with the Fee Schedule which is on file in the Legislative Office.
(b) In accordance with Section 257-c of the Executive Law, the Department may waive all or part of such fee where, because of the indigence of the offender, the payment of such fee would work an unreasonable hardship on the person convicted, his or her immediate family, or any other person who is dependent of such person for financial support.
(c) Monies collected pursuant to this Section shall be deposited by the Department with the County Treasurer and shall be utilized for probation services by the Department.
(d) The Probation Department shall determine the administrative fee upon review of the household and financial data in such form and manner as the Director of Probation shall determine. Changes in either household compensation or financial status may result in revision of fees.
Section 3. COLLECTION
Section 420.10, Subdivision 6, of the Criminal Procedure Law shall govern the collection of these administrative fees; but payment of the administrative fees which this section imposes shall not constitute a condition of any probation sentence. These fees shall apply to youthful offender probation.
Section 4. AGREEMENT
Every person liable to pay a fee hereunder shall execute a Payment Notification and Agreement in such form as the Division of Probation shall prescribe.
Section 5. RULES AND REGULATIONS
The Director of Probation is empowered to adopt rules, regulations and procedures necessary to implement this Local Law.
Section 6. AMENDMENT OF FEES
In the event the fees specified in Section 257-c of the Executive Law are amended by State legislation, the County Legislature may, by resolution, amend the amount of the fees prescribed herein in accordance with such State legislation.
Section 7. AID AND REIMBURSEMENT
All fees collected hereunder shall be excluded from consideration by the Division of Probation when it determines state aid reimbursement pursuant to Section 246 of the Executive Law. Section 8. SEPARABILITY
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 judgment shall not affect, impair or invalidate the remainder thereof, but shall be confined in its operation to the clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section or part of this Local Law directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment shall have been rendered.
Section 9. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the Secretary of State.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 185 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the County is litigating a matter involving the Sheriff's Department, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the County Attorney and insurance counsel that this matter be settled.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes and approves the County Attorney to act in conjunction with the insurance counsel to negotiate a settlement up to an amount which has been previously determined, and will be confidential until after a settlement is achieved.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 186 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: CREATE AND FILL LABORER POSITION - BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS AND TRANSFER FUNDS
WHEREAS, there is a half-time maintenance mechanic vacancy in the Buildings and Grounds Department, and
WHEREAS, the Building Maintenance Supervisor has reviewed the ever changing duties and priorities of the department and has determined at this point a full-time laborer position would be more beneficial than filling the half-time maintenance mechanic vacancy, and
WHEREAS, there are monies available within the Buildings and Grounds 1997 budget to cover the cost of this position. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby authorize the creation of a laborer position for 40 hours per week in the Buildings and Grounds Department at Grade Level 0, hourly rate of $6.74, effective upon completion of Civil Service requirements and review, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $2,423.40 from account no. 1620.442-utilities to account no. 1620.100-personal services.
VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Franzese.
RESOLUTION NO. 187 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF A CAPITAL PROJECT TO IMPLEMENT THE LOCAL WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION PROGRAM - AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, this Legislature authorized the Planning Department to apply for matching fund grant monies for the development of plans to implement the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) per Resolution No. 150-96, and
WHEREAS, this Legislature has also authorized a Memorandum of Understanding with Five Lakes Development Corporation for the administration of grant monies for the Seneca Harbor Park Schematic Design Project by Resolution No. 289-96.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes a capital project in an amount not to exceed $165,240 with the funding to be provided by the following: $75,000 NYS Parks Grant; $10,000 - Costal Resources Grant; $2,305 - NYSCA Grant; $54,000 from fund raising by Five Lakes Development Corporation; and $20,000 to be provided by the County of Schuyler only if needed, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to appropriate 1997 Fund Balance if other monies are not available.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 188 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE/TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR EQUIPMENT - HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, the ditching bucket for the Highway Department's Drott 25 excavator is not reparable, and
WHEREAS, there are monies in the 1997 Machinery budget to purchase a new bucket. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $2,260.00 from Machinery account no. DM5130.438-supplies to DM5130.200-miscellaneous equipment to cover the cost of the aforesaid purchase.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 189 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE AND HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT TO MAKE INTERIM ARRANGEMENTS FOR CONTINUED OPERATION OF HIGHWAY FUNCTIONS
WHEREAS, the Deputy County Highway Superintendent is on medical leave for unknown duration, the only clerical support person for the Highway Department has resigned, and the County Highway Superintendent is retiring May 31, 1997, and
WHEREAS, it is essential that the Highway Department continue to function as smoothly as possible, and
WHEREAS, there are options, one of which involves contracting with another county or the state, and the Public Works Committee and County Highway Superintendent needs the ability to have a contract executed or other action taken in a timely manner.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorize the Public Works Committee and County Highway Superintendent to take any action necessary, on behalf of the Legislature, to effectuate the continued operations of the Highway Department.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 190 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION AND FILLING OF LABOR FOREMAN POSITION - HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the County Highway Superintendent to create a labor foreman position to allow for additional supervisory personnel and increase the chain of command in the Department, and
WHEREAS, it is further recommended this position be filled by promotion thereby not adding a position within the Department.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby authorize the creation of a working labor foreman position for 40 hours per week in the Highway Department at an hourly rate of $10.43, effective upon completion of Civil Service requirements and review, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the filling of said labor foreman position by promotion only.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings asked that the resolution be changed to say working labor foreman. Acting Chairman Franzese said they should just add it to the job description "must be a working labor foreman".
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 191 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: MOTION TO BRING FIVE (5) RESOLUTIONS TO THE FLOOR
BE IT RESOLVED, that five (5) resolutions be brought to the floor.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 192 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PUBLIC OFFICIAL LIABILITY POLICY PAYMENT
WHEREAS, the new Public Officials Liability Policy came in $2,320.00 over what was budgeted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $2,320.00 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Legislative account no. 1010.418.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 193 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR CONTRACT WITH RANDY DEAL, IAO
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 22-97 authorizing the contracts with Randy Deal, IAO, transferred $5,500.00 for payment of the same, and
WHEREAS, the $5,500 has been fully expended and the Auditor is in receipt of a bill for April services for Mr. Deal, and
WHEREAS, the new Real Property Tax Service Agency Director will not commence work until July 14, 1997, and WHEREAS, the county will need to continue with Mr. Deal's services until such time the new Director's appointment takes place.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $4,000 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Real Property Tax Agency account no. 1355.435.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 194 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 142-97/ACCEPT BID FOR ASPHALT EMULSION
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 142-97 which accepted the bids for asphalt emulsion erroneously omitted the amendment item submitted by Central Asphalt, Division of Suit- Kote Corp., which would allow Central Asphalt to sell asphalt emulsion to the towns, and
WHEREAS, it was the intention of the Legislature and Highway Superintendent to allow the towns to participate.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 142-97 be amended to include the amendment item submitted by Central Asphalt, Division of Suit-Kote Corp., as part of their asphalt emulsion bid.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 195 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH NEW YORK STATE DIVISION OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE SERVICES FOR GRANT FUNDS - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a contract with New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services for a navigation grant in the amount of $12,000; subject to approval by the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 196 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE ACCOUNT CREATION AND EXPENDITURE FOR CAPITAL PROJECT - MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services has provided Schuyler County with additional funds in the amount of $75,000 to be applied to the building project, and
WHEREAS, it is advantageous to the County to pay invoices directly to the contractors, so as not to draw additional funding down on the bond, thereby reducing the risk for the County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the expenditure of funds to contractors or the Community Services Board for the building project in an amount not to exceed $75,000, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that since the contracts are not with the County of Schuyler that any requests for payment should be accompanied with an assurance that these costs have not previously nor will they be later submitted for payment from other funds that are available for paying the costs of this project and in the case of a final payment to a contractor that the approval of the architect should also be included, and subject to the written approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to create an account to process these invoices, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mental Health Department budget be amended as follows:
+$75,000 Revenue account no. 4310-3490
+$75,000 Appropriations account no. 4310.327
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. After much discussion a poll of the Legislature was taken to determine whether the security system should remain the same or whether the county should look into other options. The poll was in favor of leaving the security the way it is. The vote was seven ayes to one no. No: Halpin.
MOTION by Legislator Burnside to record this poll as official, SECOND by Legislator Young. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that the county does not offer the same to schools and other outside county departments. With that in mind and all of the discomfort created, the employees have requested our support and they have his. Legislator Hastings said she feels the same way, there are more serious problems to deal with, let's leave it alone. Legislator Burnside said he has been approached and has heard many arguments, the county has to protect the employees in this building. Acting Chairman Franzese said she is glad this is a final vote. Motion carried six ayes to zero noes. Legislator Burnside reported on the Governmental Operations Committee. They have hired Thomas Bloodgood as the new Real Property Tax Director and he will be on board July 14, 1997. He also reported that the DMV renovations are coming along nicely.
Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Works Committee for Legislator Young. He stated that Legislator Hastings and himself have been sharing the committee responsibilities. Legislator Hastings said that it is nice to see Legislator Young back. Legislator Burnside said that interviews will be a week from tomorrow. Legislator Hastings said that the highway employees are a great bunch of men and are doing a great job.
Legislator Fitzsimmons reported on the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee. There has been a donation from the Rotary Club in the amount of $5,000 for the Seneca Harbor Park project. Twenty five years ago they gave a similar donation to the Schuyler Hospital.
MOTION by Legislator Burnside for the Chairman to write a thank you letter to the Rotary, SECOND by Legislator Fitzsimmons. Motion carried six ayes to zero noes.
Legislator Fitzsimmons also noted that on Wednesday, May 14, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. there will be a Public Hearing on the Brineline Project held at the Watkins Glen Elementary Auditorium. The general time table was to close a month ago. The Chairman of the Legislature requested an extension which has been granted to May 19th, 1997. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is unable to do the hearing so the County has decided to hold one. Acting Chairman Franzese urged the public to attend and speak out.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Agricultural & Farmland Protection Agency. She said the Avoca brineline project is still a discussion. Tom Brace at Soil and Water Conservation District reported that they have planted a total of 30,000 willow trees along Catharine creek. She also reported that applications for streambank repairs are coming in.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Health Services Committee. She said the increase in aide services has become a burden, there are too many requests for the office to handle. The resolution on tonight's agenda was to hire the Falls Home as back up. She reported that the Mental Health's Open House was a success, the county has a dedicated Director.
Legislator Hastings reported on Human Services Committee. She informed the public that the Office for the Aging will be holding their senior dinner dance on Tuesday, May 20, 1997. She reported that the Department of Social Services (DSS) will be holding a public forum to discuss the situation on Public Assistance and where the county will be in the next five years. Anne Balch is working on having the State Commissioner of DSS attend the public forum. She said the Children's Services Task Force has been discussing the changes in government. The Children Services format seems to be changing. Any requests from the community will be brought to the Legislature for action. The local Neighborhood Justice office has closed. Acting Chairman Franzese reported that she attended the Albany meeting in April on Health Care. The Governor is to distribute $22 million to counties for fiscal relief to relieve the burden. Schuyler County will receive $5,934. She then read aloud a letter from State Representatives on Medicaid. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that the State needs to know that per capita distribution hurts our county and sharing revenues is unfair.
NEW BUSINESS: Acting Chairman Franzese announced there are handouts available on the health care surcharge.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer wanted to know what WOW stood for in Resolution No. 171. Legislator Fitzsimmons told him "Working on Wellness". He explained that it is following the guidelines of the Heart Institute to promote education to employees and to enhance their well being and keep health care costs down. Acting Chairman Franzese told the public that on May 21, 1997, Employee Health Awareness Day, a legislator has offered to help by participating in a fitness tape and the participants will be put in a drawing for some free movie tickets. Acting Chairman Franzese stated that she has asked the Chairman of the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee to research a Local Law forbidding any weapons to come into the building.
Fred Yahn wanted to know where the extra $5,000 came from for the new Real Property Tax Director's salary. Legislator Burnside explained that they have to hire in the Min to Mid range of salary and they decided to go with Mid because of his experience.
The meeting adjourned at 8:28 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
INFORMATIONAL PUBLIC HEARING MAY 14, 1997
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chuck Franzese, Chairman of EMC.
Legislator Franzese welcomed everyone and read the letter that Chairman Halpin wrote to FERC. She then introduced Legislator Fitzsimmons, Legislator Thurston, Legislator Hastings, and Judy Phillips.
Chuck introduced Mary German and Jim Murphy as EMC members in attendance. Chuck reported that he originally invited representatives from Avoca Natural Gas to attend tonight to answer questions, but was told that the ownership of Avoca Natural Gas is revisiting the project goals and would not provide any representatives to any public hearing until further notice (as of tonight there have been no changes to this policy). The purpose of tonights meeting is not to educate people of what the project is doing or not doing, only to get concerns to get to FERC before the May 19th deadline, advising them of any concerns we have with the project proceeding without a full environmental impact statement. Please limit comments to issues of importance to the community as far as impacts on the environment, agriculture, wood lots, natural resources, cultural resources, and the merits of the project financially. The intentions of the owners to convert the brine line to a gas line really are not an issue unless we can tie them to these other environmental type issues because that is the intent of the comment period. Any issues relating to the corporation should be addressed to them directly.
Chuck stated that on the radio this morning they quoted the docket number, it has since changed, the docket number is now CP94-161-007.
Chuck put up a map on the overhead projector to show the area that the brine line would cover. Stated that he has not received any official mapping from Avoca. The only information he has is what he has read in the media. Showed a brief overview of how the construction would go. (A basic diagram - no specifics). The only schedule that he has seen refers to starting in mid July. The next step (as he understands it from FERC) is to either give them a permit to go ahead or tell them no. We intend to submit letters to request an environmental impact statement.
Questions asked were - where do we find out exactly where the pipeline will be going through the properties? Chuck stated that he has requested this - and can't get any information. Another attendant stated that was his concern and he feels that this whole process is ridiculous because no one knows whose property it is going to cross. Another asked WHEN will we receive the proper information to pass along to everyone here - because we need to have the knowledge to ask questions. Chuck doesn't disagree, however he has no control over this. He has requested the information, he just hasn't received anything. Therefore we can only comment on our concerns. Maybe FERC should receive 40 letters from this meeting asking how comments can be made on something we have no information on.
At this point, Chuck proceeded to the comment period.
COMMENTS:
Legislator Thurston - stated that he was impressed by the folks that are here. He stated that he was representing 3 separate entities at this hearing. As a legislator for District II he has received several comments in regards to the same questions that we have heard here this evening. Stories are different - we are not getting the truth, not getting all the information we need. As a legislator he represents his constituents in which they have been very vocal and opposed to this project. Second, as a director of a multi-million dollar business in Schuyler County (Watkins Glen International) which they will be coming along their property lines. Thirdly, as an emergency manager for 27 years, when originally talked with NYSEG about their emergency plans for their recent gas line project, they were very up-front about explaining check valves, shut off valves, leak detection, pressure relief valves, loss of pressure and alarm systems and who they would notify. It was a very elaborate monitoring system which NYSEG was doing when they constructed their natural gas line. He has been to several meetings (about the brine line) and met with several different people, none of which were the same and none of which could offer that kind of assurance from an emergency management standpoint that they had this system in place. Being an emergency manager, we know how to manage natural gas, LP, liquid petroleum gas - we visited with Texas Eastern and are comfortable with what they have and their response with them. I submit that there is nothing in an emergency management textbook that can handle a leak, a fracture, a rupture, or any type of thing involving a brine line. Our aquifer is in trouble, our water table is in trouble. I don't know how we would react to that. I know how we would react to natural gas (we have done that in the past). WGI depends on pure water to take care of the three hundred thousand plus customers they take care of every year. I want to know what their plans are, are they going to be able to detect leaks, are they going to be able to respond in kind to a line fracture. As an emergency manager, I want to know what we can do. I have not been able to get those answers. I am not opposed to anything as long as (a.) I know what I am dealing with, (b.) I can preplan my response to it, and (c.) I am comfortable that they people doing the job know what they are doing. I have sent an e-mail to FERC and WGI has responded to FERC with questions. Very concerned with our ability to respond to some kind of incident involving this brine line.
Don Brubaker - representing himself and his father. This line he thinks is coming across their land but they don't know. Their only water source is their spring which is very near the surface and they would be disrupted. We don't know - no one has contacted him or his father and until they do, this whole thing should be "canned".
Barb Yunis - attorney for Keuka Properties - owns P & C Plaza in Watkins. First concern is the location - we need to know the exact location of where the pipeline is going. Secondly, we have not received as a corporation proper notice (as well as others) and that needs to be rectified. Third, until such questions are answered, is this process put on hold?
Floyd Haff - member of concerned citizens of the Cohocton Valley. The Concerned Citizens of Cohocton Valley have opposed this project on environmental grounds since its inception. One of our concerns was that there was never an environmental impact statement. Pleased to hear that our Legislature is going to require that. In August of 1994, FERC issued an environmental assessment for the Avoca Natural Gas storage field project. There is a distinct difference between an environmental assessment and an environmental impact study. An environmental impact study is conducted by an agency that is totally divorced from the company. For the environmental assessment that was completed, the company hired all the people to collect the data which was submitted to FERC, and FERC put it together and that is an environmental assessment. Also there are state environmental laws that we feel the company or the State of New York never took advantage of - the SEQR law. The project proposed to construct 5 natural gas storage caverns and salt beds 3500 feet below the ground. They were to be 200 feet long and 80 feet deep. The caverns were to be solution mined using 3 million gallons of water per day, to be taken from 3 wells adjacent to the Cohocton River. Brine created from solutioning was to be pumped 10,000 feet deep through injection wells into porous rock. On September 20, 1994, FERC issued certificates for the project based upon convenience and necessity - they are very important words that give FERC a great deal of power. They determined that the project would not significantly affect the quality of the human environment - other very powerful words - and are really the basis for FERC's power to require that a project be undertaken. The Steuben IDA accepted the project, saving the company sales tax and establishing a PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) schedule. The Susquehanna River Basin Commission and the DEC held a hearing on 12/13/94. Approximately 2 people out of 200 spoke in support of the project. There was also an IDA hearing before they accepted the project. The research and development of the project has been flawed. Five disposal wells which were drilled (of the six planned) failed to accept the brine as anticipated. The sea salt beds which were the approved beds for the cavern formation proved to be shallower than thought and the company requested to be allowed to construct six caverns instead of five and asked permission to use another layer of salt if necessary. A 48-hour water pumping test, according to the hydrological estimates, showed that the pumping would not affect the aquifer. Now remember we are pumping 3 million gallons of water per day for 3-5 years. Some wells went down 2 feet and the Avoca reservoir dropped drastically in the month of testing. The project subsequently asked, and was granted, permission to withdraw water directly from the river. Although opposed by the DEC and area fishermen, a site just below feeder spring streams and just above the trophy trout area was approved for the river intake pump. Also, the company will be able to pump water from the river down to a flow level of 14 cubic feet per second. DEC had estimated that 18 cubic feet per second was really about as low as they should go. This level of pumping that was given to them was opposed by 450 residents in the area and also by the DEC. During the construction of the river pumping station, historic and prehistoric artifacts were unearthed and drainage for the agriculture field where the pumping station is located was impaired. The project has been a trial and error. As of this date, there remain over $20 million of mechanics liens against the work that has been done. They borrowed approximately $124 million for the project. Specific comments relative to the proposed 4/28/97 Avoca Natural Gas amendments - they were originally going to return some of the water so we wouldn't have to pump so much from the aquifer and the river and they have decided that they are not going to do that. We would have certainly preferred that as much water come back as would be possible. Storage of brine in the brine fields rather than to be immediately evaporated provides more possibility of environmental hazard. Originally going to pump it back, pump it to the 2 salt mines and they would evaporate it right that day. It was good to see that Avoca Natural Gas Storage has decided to comply with some of the landowners request. I was pretty pleased with that. We did come over and kind of went with the group from FERC that went around and showed where the brine line was going to go and the thing that kind of impressed me was that some individuals seemed to have gotten their way about where it was going to go and where it wasn't going to go and some individuals didn't. Direction drilling of Hamilton Creek looks like it could solve some of your problems relative to your tourist season, but there are some downsides to directional drilling. It is very expensive and also requires them that there can be little change of where the line goes. So I would think that it might be better all in all not to do the directional drilling if you could avoid some properties where you are going to destroy their water supply. With the ownership of the AKZO plant being in limbo, I'm not sure how the appropriate planning can be conducted. Our organization appreciates Schuyler County's invitation to this hearing. Thank you.
Mary Ruth Sweet - Seneca Lake Pure Water Association - They have general concerns regarding the "dirth" of information about this project that has been made available to the public. When NYSEG had their project and the Guardian Glass Project in Geneva, they seemed to bend over backward to make themselves available to the public. It doesn't seem to be the case on this job. Concerned about the effects 3 million gallons of salt water coming into our watershed daily. Seneca Lake is a drinking water reservoir for up to 70,000 people. We have a specific concern about potential changes to the SPDES permits for Cargill/AKZO regarding how much chloride they are able to discharge into Seneca Lake. We are concerned about the future use of the line in 3 to 5 years. Apparently, Avoca Gas Co. has not definitely ruled out reusing the line and it has been suspected that it may be reused for gas. We would like to hear that that is not in the plan for sure and how feasible it is to run gas through a steel line that has transported salt for 3-5 year.
John Ball - Town of Reading - affected landowner. He has stated concerns in a letter to FERC. The proposed Avoca Pipeline right of way is going right over the NYSEG right away that went over his land last year. He attended a session in Steuben County last month where someone from the NYS Department of Ag and Markets tried to make people aware of things to look out for and one of them was that once a pipeline goes in, there has to be an extended period of monitoring of your land to make sure that it is indeed restored to its prior condition. Often there are problems with drainage and such following that. He is in a situation where he is going to have 2 pipelines coming within 30 feet of each other on the same piece of land. So he asked this individual (Mr. Lacey from Department of Ag and Markets) what would be a bare minimum to monitor a piece of land after a pipeline went through to make sure that all the drainage and such is fully restored to what it should be and he said a bare minimum of 2 years but longer is better. They are proposing putting this pipeline in within one year of when the last pipeline went in on the same piece of land. He is concerned that there hasn't been an adequate monitoring period. Indeed, he does have some drainage issues regarding the NYSEG line so he will never know if major problems come down the road who will be responsible and they will probably fight over it. On his land and some land adjacent to his, the pipeline will be going through a steep ravine that is extremely sandy soil and the hillside is very unstable. Someone from Soil & Water came out and said that he does have reasonable concerns about the stability of the slope so he would like an environmental impact statement addressing this concern. Another concern is that in a different section of the pipeline, they intend to put it along the Conrail right-of-way that will run within about 125 feet of his house and within that distance of the water well. He has very serious concerns about how this will affecting his drinking water. Are there plans in case of emergency? If there are cracks in the line, how will that affect his drinking water or his neighbor's drinking water? In addition, the railroad line itself he is concerned about the construction that will be going on immediately adjacent to the tracks. Any possible disruption to the integrity of the RR track is a great concern. Derailment, or the potential for derailment, is serious business. Another concern is the issue of abandonment after 4-7 years. If completely abandoned, what about maintenance of that pipeline? There won't be anybody looking at this pipeline after 4-7 years? If there is an eventual breakdown of the line or if problems occur with it later, who does he go to if Avoca is completely out of the picture? Whose responsibility is it? If the pipeline is completely abandoned, does that become a conduit for contaminants coming down through the pipeline that leach into the pipeline further up the stream and come down into our lands or into the lakes and watershed. Alternatively, if there is some sort of plan to convert the pipeline to natural gas later on, he would like to know if the pipeline that they propose to build this summer will be built to the standards of a natural gas pipeline. Are there differences to how you engineer a pipeline for brine and for natural gas and will it be built to those standards in anticipation to its possible conversion to natural gas? Because if it is going that close to your house, you need to be sure that there isn't going to be a problem and that it isn't going to explode on you. Also, another issue is AKZO's uncertain future. It is a relevant question to ask here. What if the change in management at AKZO results in changes about how much, or if at all, they are willing to accept brine from Avoca? Then what was the point of this exercise at all? At what stage will that decision come about if there is a change in the process of making the lines, if all of a sudden it gets abandoned half way through?
Kevin Hughey - County Route 17 - affected landowner. He knows a little bit more about this project because it appears that they (the Hughey's) are the only way that Avoca could get into the southern end of town to Cargill. They have had Avoca representatives on their back since the first of November. When Avoca first came and asked if a couple people could come through and look at the feasibility of a pipeline they said it was kind of a "pie in the sky" idea and that it was way down the road and this was just preliminary. The first day 12 people showed up (archeologists, biologists, watershed people). It became very clear that this was not preliminary. At that point, we took a harder line with these people and became less cooperative. Since they applied for the permit to build this thing in February and very few people knew about it, the period to intervene or comment or protest expired. It seems like a very sneaky and underhanded proposition. Personally, it will affect our whole hillside and affect our water system as well as our neighbors. They have hit every water source we have. We have three sources of water and Avoca Natural Gas has hit all three of them. They also want to do a directional drill behind the Hughey house that will go down the "bluff" coming into Watkins Glen. If they do that, whenever they play with that cliff or Route 414, it will affect their drinking water. Whenever that shale is damaged, it affects their water. Sometimes that takes 5 years to seal back up and bring their water table back up. They want to drill from behind his house, under Route 414, Route 14 and under the P&C Plaza and come up somewhere across from the Ambulance Corp on county property. We are afraid that could act as a drain from behind their house. There is a sink hole by Chedzoy from a directional drill. The maps are very sketchy and they seem to change their ideas. That 007 on the application means that is the 7th time they have changed their minds. The last map he received had a dotted line going right through his house. This project has the capability of wiping them right out. His family has been there about 150 years and would like to stay there. He is opposed to this and has been fighting this since November. They did tell him twice that this looked like a bad idea and they would leave him alone and then the next map he received, it was still going right over his house. So it does not sound like they are going to be leaving him alone.
Beverly Coates - Lovers Lane - The big ravine - part of that belongs to them. NYSEG just went through there. Avoca said that they would be going the length of their property which means it will be running along the creek. This creek is a spring-fed creek which can go from a little trickle that you can hardly see to a raging torrent. It is called Big Hollow Run. They have had boulders floating in the creek when they have had bad storms. She is concerned because NYSEG has already been back twice to deal with problems caused by their crossing of this creek and it is starting to cave-in in places. She is wondering how deep this pipeline will be? Will it crack because of the water pressure and it is going directly into the lake? She is maybe 2 miles from the lake and when they mess with it going the length of their property being that it is a deep gully with a 20-30 foot waterfall at the end of their property toward Route 14, she is concerned with that taking the whole valley right with it. If it starts to erode what is going to happen with that dirt and trees and what else will be going into the lake besides what is in the pipeline itself?
Chuck made sure that everyone present had the address if they wanted to send their comments independently.
Legislator Thurston asked what is the next step? Let's say our comments go before FERC and they grant Avoca exclusive rights to do this. Are there any legal steps that we can take? Chuck doesn't know how to answer that. He did read an excerpt from the April 28, 1997, Notice of Amendment - extension of time.
The first thing we should do is get all these comments on file with FERC.
Mary German - can the county ask for an environmental impact statement and each municipality affected file an action through SEQR to slow this down?
Bob Trader was curious about how many miles long this pipeline would be. Chuck stated that it was in the 40-45 mile range and it varies from 6 to 8 inches in width.
Kevin Hughey stated that he believes it is 10 inches all the way from Avoca to Conrail just outside Watkins Glen, then 8 inches to AKZO, and then 6 inches to Cargill or vice versa.
Legislator Franzese pointed out some dignitaries in the audience. Robin Drum from Senator Bacalles office, and Pat from Senator Kuhl's office. Thank you to our Steuben County neighbors for attending tonight.
Legislator Hastings stated that she is concerned about the farmers. One of the distressing things as a legislator is that we have been fed so many definitions of this project. As a legislature, we do not have a clear picture. One of the things that we have heard is that the salt plants in Schuyler County do not need the brine. If the salt plants do not need the brine, and environmentally we will be hurt in so many directions, it is a great concern to the Schuyler County Legislature and she feels that the federal government should take these concerns under advisement also.
Chuck - thanked everyone for showing up tonight. The Legislature and EMC will be filing these comments with FERC and requested that they ask for a full environmental impact statement. We will report back to all individuals present through our press. Thank you for attending.
The meeting adjourned at 8:07 pm.
Robin D. Thoman, Personal Secretary
REGULAR MEETING JUNE 9, 1997
The June 9, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Halpin at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Hastings and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Legislator Burnside who was excused. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer wanted to know how many meetings legislators are expected to attend and what happens when they do not. Chairman Halpin explained that there are rules set for the Legislature that state legislators have to attend at least 50% of their meetings. It is the Chairman's responsibility of that committee to notify the Chairman of the Legislature of the absenteeism. The Chairman then will ask the legislator for a solution to the attendance problem. If no solution, the Chairman can then fill that position on an interim basis with another legislator.
Sue Brill asked if there was a plan yet for the Mental Health/Public Health merger. Chairman Halpin explained that there was a Legislative Committee Meeting held on Tuesday, June 3, 1997 at 3:30 p.m. and that was the main discussion. Sue stated that this whole issue of not having a plan is not fair to Duane. Chairman Halpin said that Duane knows what they are looking for with this merger.
Casey Creamer asked about Resolution No. 222 on the Ecotourism Project. Legislator Fitzsimmons said he is happy to promote this project, there is an effort in the community to do so. PUBLIC HEARING AT 7:00 P.M.: LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 1997 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN ELECTED OFFICIALS - AS AMENDED: Casey Creamer asked if this Local Law goes into effect, will there be no raises after the year 2001. The Chairman explained that a Local Law is always subject to a referendum if salaries are being set in the middle of a term. Legislator Hastings stated that there was a motion for a 2% increase for all elected officials. She said those who work for the county and are in the union receive increases. She asked the public how they felt about them getting an increase. Tom Ryan felt they should at least receive a cost of living increase. The Chairman stated that the deadline for this Local Law is ninety days before the primary.
RESOLUTION NO. 197 Motion by Thurston, Second by Franzese.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 14, 1997 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the April 14, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 198 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH COMPREHENSIVE DRUG ENFORCEMENT & EDUCATION GRANT FOR THE SCHUYLER COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Division of Criminal Justice Services has made up to $8,900 grant money available to the Schuyler County Sheriff's Department, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Sheriff's Department needs to continue its enforcement and education program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature, the Schuyler County Sheriff and any other County Official required to sign the application for monies available from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services be, and hereby are, authorized to execute said applications and any subsequent acceptance agreements, subject to approval by the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
WITHDRAWN
RE: AUTHORIZE FUNDS FOR PURCHASE OF COMPUTER - EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT WHEREAS, the computer currently used by the Office of Emergency Management does not have sufficient memory and functions, and the Computer Coordination Committee recommends updating the system, and the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee agreed with that recommendation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Purchasing Agent be authorized to order a new computer for the Office of Emergency Management at a cost not to exceed $2,000, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer the sum of $500 from account no. 3689.200 to account no. 3689.207-3680.
RESOLUTION NO. 199 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF MATERIALS/TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR BULL DOZER REPAIR - HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent has recommended that a bull dozer in the Highway Department that needs repair, be repaired in-house versus shipping out, to save money, and
WHEREAS, this is an unappropriated expense of approximately $9,000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Highway Superintendent be authorized to purchase the necessary parts for reparation of the bull dozer in-house at an approximate cost of $9,000, to be taken from Machinery account no. 5130.438.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 200 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: ACCEPT QUOTE FROM R. & L. PERRY CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR SENECA HARBOR PARK IMPROVEMENTS
WHEREAS, the Building Maintenance Supervisor has solicited quotes to scarify, regrade, compact, and dust control the parking lot at Seneca Harbor Park, and
WHEREAS, the County Highway Superintendent has offered to pay for the expense out of monies in his 1997 budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accepts the quote from R. & L. Perry Construction, Inc. to scarify, regrade, compact and dust control the parking lot at Seneca Harbor Park in the amount of $3,875.00, to be paid from Maintenance of Road account no. 5110.510.
VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 201 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PARTNERS IN EDUCATION (NAPE) - BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
WHEREAS, Finger Lakes DDSO will be terminating their lease agreement for office space at the Rural Urban Center effective June 30, 1997, and
WHEREAS, National Association of Partners in Education (NAPE) has requested office space at the Rural Urban Center, NAPE being a non-for-profit organization.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign a lease agreement with NAPE for 332 square feet of office space at the Rural Urban Center at $9.00 per square foot, effective July 1, 1997 and terminating December 31, 1998; subject to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 202 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE:
APPROVE SALE OF SURPLUS HIGHWAY PROPERTY IN THE VILLAGE OF MONTOUR FALLS TO DOYLE D. DAVIS, JR.
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has title to surplus excess highway property located in the Village of Montour Falls, and
WHEREAS, Doyle D. Davis, Jr., adjoining property owner, has requested to purchase the remaining excess highway property that abuts his property in accordance with Highway Law Section 118a, and
WHEREAS, by Resolution 16-97, the County agreed that the property was surplus and requested NYS DOT to release their maintenance jurisdiction, which they have done, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Real Property Tax Office has appraised the property as having a fair market value of $460.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that NYS DOT Surplus Property Case #06- III-212, Montour Falls, S.H. 5160, Schuyler County Map 1C, Parcel 53 be conveyed to Doyle D. Davis, Jr. by Quitclaim Deed for the sum of $460.00 and all recording costs and fees, and the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized and directed to sign the appropriate deed and all other necessary papers to effectuate the conveyance upon receipt of the purchase price and receipt of all conveyancing documents from the County Attorney's Office. VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 203 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE:
APPROVE SALE OF SURPLUS HIGHWAY PROPERTY IN THE TOWN OF READING TO WILLIAM A. AND SONJA B. MUCCI
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has title to surplus excess highway property located in the Town of Reading, and
WHEREAS, William A. and Sonja B. Mucci, adjoining property owners, have requested to purchase the remaining excess highway property that abuts their property in accordance with Highway Law Section 118a, and
WHEREAS, by Resolution 15-97, the County agreed that the property was surplus and requested NYS DOT to release their maintenance jurisdiction, which they have done, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Real Property Tax Office and the Schuyler County Legislature have confirmed the property as having a fair market value of $750.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the property described in NYS DOT Surplus Property Case #06-III-098, Watkins-Yates County Line, S.H. 5334, Town of Reading, Schuyler County Map 4C, Parcel 151 be conveyed to William A. and Sonja B. Mucci by Quitclaim Deed for the sum of $750.00 and all recording costs and fees, and the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized and directed to sign the appropriate deed and all other necessary papers to effectuate the conveyance upon receipt of the purchase price and receipt of all conveyancing documents from the County Attorney's Office.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 204 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: DESIGNATION OF COMPANY TO PROVIDE LONG DISTANCE TELEPHONE SERVICES - ALL DEPARTMENTS
WHEREAS, considerable research has been done on long distance carriers in hopes of saving the county money on its long distance bills, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Building Maintenance Supervisor to opt with AT & T Long Distance as Schuyler County's long distance telephone company. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that AT & T be designated as the company to provide long distance calling services for all County departments in the County of Schuyler, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in July, 1998 the Building Maintenance Supervisor will report to the Public Works Committee any savings as a result of this designation.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 205 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - SCHUYLER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the following appointments to the Schuyler County Planning Commission effective immediately and terminating December 31, 1997:
Linda Arcangeli - Village of Burdett (To fill vacated seat) Larry Scofield - Village of Montour Falls (To fill vacated seat) John Czamanske - Cooperative Extension Planner - Ex-Officio Nancy Peters - Schuyler County Treasurer - Ex-Officio
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 206 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: CONTRACT - SCHUYLER-CHEMUNG-TIOGA B.O.C.E.S. TO PROVIDE SEIT (SPECIAL EDUCATION ITINERANT TEACHER)
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature is hereby authorized to execute a contract with Schuyler-Chemung-Tioga B.O.C.E.S. to provide services to preschool handicapped children through its preschool SEIT program under Section 4410 of the Education Law from 5/1/97 through 6/30/98, at a rate to be set by the NYS Education Department; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 207 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES - MEAD - TOWN OF ORANGE 1995-96 LEVY
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Agency has received an application for a refund of taxes for tax map number 71.-1-9.1, in the Town of Orange, due to an error in essential fact, RPTL Section 550 (3). In reference to the recommendation which is on file in the Legislative Office, taxes billed should have been based on an assessment of $22,900, not $24,200, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Real Property Tax Assistant and the Governmental Operations Committee that said applications be approved based upon the determination of findings.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute approval of said applications.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer should make adjustments accordingly and refund the extra taxes paid, the amount of $100.98, and charge back to the Bradford Central School District $41.59, and $19.48 to the Town of Orange and $14.01 to Interest and Penalties.
ORANGE 29.-1-4.1 '96 TAX ROLL BILL #138
1995 ROLL CORRECT
ASSESSMENT ASSESSMENT
LAND 4,100 TAX AMT. 3,100
TOTAL 24,200 RATE PAID 22,900 REFUND
CTY: 24,200 19.9206 482.08 22,900 1.3 x 19.9206 = $ 25.90
TWN: 24,200 12.8317 310.53 22,900 1.3 x 12.8317 = 16.68
FD9: 24,200 2.1527 52.10 22,900 1.3 x 2.1527 = 2.80
BCS: 24,200 31.3583 828.23 22,900 1.3 x 31.3583 = 41.59*
'95-'96 (+Late fee) $1,672.94 Interest & Penalties = 14.01
*This includes a penalty of 2% ($.81) $100.98
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 208 Motion Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE CLEANING AGREEMENT WITH BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS DEPARTMENT - MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the County investigated having the Buildings and Grounds Department clean the new Mental Health building versus contracting with Schuyler Arc for the service, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Health Services Committee, as well as the involved parties, to have the County's Buildings and Grounds Department provide the cleaning services for the new building, and
WHEREAS, this increase in cleaning space requires additional personnel in the Buildings and Grounds Department, and
WHEREAS, the new contractual arrangement will increase the Buildings and Grounds revenues by $12,553.53 for 1997, and
WHEREAS, during the investigation period, the two 19-hour per week Cleaners' hours were increased temporarily to 29 hours per week, and
WHEREAS, the cost for the temporary increase in hours of the Cleaners ($1,589.00), and the additional personnel required for cleaning the new building ($6,039), was not appropriated in the Buildings and Grounds 1997 budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign an agreement between the Buildings and Grounds and Mental Health Departments for the provision of cleaning services for the building at 106 S. Perry Street; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that one of the two 19-hour per week Cleaners in the Buildings and Grounds Department remain at 19 hours per week and the second 19-hour per week Cleaner's hours be increased to 40 hours per week effective immediately, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $7,628.00 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Buildings and Grounds account no. 1620.100.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 209 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: NEW YORK TOURIST PROMOTION ACT - DESIGNATION BY COUNTY OF OFFICIAL TOURIST PROMOTION AGENCY, 1996-1997
WHEREAS, the New York State Matching Grants Program is designed 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 Promotion Agency for the 1997-1998 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 1997/1998 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 Commerce Department budget for 1997-1998, 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.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 210 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Franzese.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PURCHASE OF MODEM - LEGISLATIVE OFFICE
WHEREAS, the Legislative needed to purchase a modem for the use of the Internet/Web Page.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $170.90 from legislative account no. 1010.401-miscellaneous to legislative account no. 1010.207 to cover the cost of the aforementioned purchase.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 211 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Franzese. RE: RESCIND RESOLUTION NO. 128-97 ESTABLISHING A PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING UNION CONTRACT INQUIRIES
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 128-97 established a procedure for handling union contract inquiries, directing all such questions to be referred to the Clerk of the Legislature, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Clerk of the Legislature that the procedure is cumbersome and adds to the process for resolving union contract questions, creating more time spent on such issues instead of less.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby rescinds Resolution No. 128-97, and directs all union contract related questions be referred to the Personnel Director as done in the past.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
MOTION by Legislator Hastings to table Resolution No. 212 in order to do more research, SECOND by Legislator Thurston. Motion carried six ayes to seven noes. No: Franzese.
RESOLUTION NO. 212
RE: AUTHORIZE LETTER OF OPPOSITION TO ASSEMBLY BILL 5910 RELATING TO SUBDIVISION 6 OF SECTION 201 OF THE CIVIL SERVICE LAW- TABLED
WHEREAS, the County is in receipt of a letter from the Putnam County Executive asking Schuyler County to oppose Assembly Bill 5910, and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 5910 is an act to amend the Civil Service Law, in relation to including both the Sheriff and the County in those counties where the Sheriff is an elected position within the meaning of "government" or "public employer" for the purposes of the public employees' fair employment act, and
WHEREAS, this legislation designates the Sheriff as a joint public employer of all deputies, which is believed to severely impede the collective bargaining process with the Deputy Sheriffs Association, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Management & Finance Committee that the Legislative Chairman be authorized to write a letter in opposition of Assembly Bill 5910.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to join Putnam County in its campaign opposing Assembly Bill 5910 by writing a letter to Assemblymen Eric N. Vitaliano and James Bacalles stating Schuyler County's opposition to the Bill. RESOLUTION NO. 213 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE LETTER OF ACKNOWLEDGMENT FOR CULTURAL ARTS FESTIVAL
WHEREAS, the County wishes to acknowledge the tremendous effort that went into the Cultural Arts Festival, and express its support for enrichment of the community by activities such as this.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes the Legislative Chairman to write a letter of gratitude and acknowledgment to Amy Opperman who initiated and took the lead for the Cultural Arts Festival held on May 18, 1997, and thanks the many other volunteers who helped make the event such a huge success.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 214 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES - GALEK - TOWN OF TYRONE 1996-97 LEVY
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Agency has received an application for a refund of taxes for tax map number 29.-1-4.1, in the Town of Tyrone, due to a clerical error, RPTL Section 550 (2)(a). Taxes billed should have been based on an assessment of $32,300, not $46,600, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Real Property Tax Assistant and the Governmental Operations Committee that said applications be approved based upon the determination of findings.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute approval of said applications, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer should make adjustments accordingly and refund the extra taxes paid, the amount of $416.69, and charge back to the Dundee School District $198.89, and $63.21 to the Town of Tyrone.
TYRONE BILL #470 29.-1-4.1 AG. BLDG. EXEMPTION 41700= 28,061
1996 ROLL CORRECT
ASSESSMENT. ASSESSMENT*
46,600 32,300 TAXABLE TAX TAX TAXABLE CORRECT REFUND:
ASSESSMT. RATE PAID ASSESSMT. TAX:
CTY: 18,539 10.810915 200.42 4,239 45.83 154.59
TWN: 18,539 3.014450 55.88 4,239 12.78 43.10
WFD: 46,600 1.406688 65.55 32,300 45.44 20.11
DCS: 18,539 13.908436 257.85** 4,239 58.96 198.89
$416.69
* See the Assessment Disclosure notice copy which is on file in the Legislative Office.
** Amount was confirmed by phone with Caroline Sullivan, DCS Business Manager, 5/14.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 215 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR THE TRANSPORTATION OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES FOR THE PERIOD 1/97-6/30/98
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 113-97 authorized advertising for bids for transportation of preschool handicapped children, and
WHEREAS, bids were received and opened at the June 2, 1997 Management & Finance Committee meeting.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the bid from The Special Children's Center for transportation of preschool handicapped children to and from The Special Children's Center from July 1, 1997 to June 30, 1998 in the amount of $40.00 per child per day 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 Frank Pierce Early Childhood Center, SCT BOCES-Horseheads, U.C.P and Yates Arc from July 1, 1997 to June 30, 1998 in the amount of $105 per child per day plus $5.00 for each 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, 1997 to June 30, 1998 in the amount of $70 per child per day plus $5.00 for each additional child be, and hereby is, accepted, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the bid from Birnie Transportation be hereby rejected, 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 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 216 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR PROPERTIES ACQUIRED FOR TAXES
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 166-97 authorized advertisement for bids for properties the County has acquired for taxes, and
WHEREAS, bids were received and opened at the June 2,1997 Management & Finance Committee meeting.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the bid received for Tax Map #86.-3-29 from Joseph P. Ottati, 4590 State Route 414, Burdett, NY 14818 in the amount of $2,600.00 be hereby accepted, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the bid received for Tax Map #12.-1-22.112 from Richard Munroe, 3870 Co. Rt. 1, Valois, NY 14888, in the amount of $2,500.00 be hereby rejected.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 217 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR THE REHABILITATION OF COUNTY ROAD 28 BRIDGE, BIN #3332680 CROSSING BIG HOLLOW RUN, TOWN OF READING
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 112-97 authorized advertisement for bids for the rehabilitation of County Road 28 Bridge, BIN #3332680 Crossing Big Hollow Run, Town of Reading, and WHEREAS, bids were received and opened at the May 19,1997 Public Works Committee meeting, and
WHEREAS, the engineer for the project, LaBella Associates, has reviewed the bids and recommends accepting the bid from Silverline Construction, Inc., and
WHEREAS, $75,000.00 is appropriated in the County Road budget for reconstruction of County Road 28 Bridge.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accept the bid from Silverline Construction, Inc. in the amount of $81,678.00 for the rehabilitation of County Road 28 Bridge, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following bids be rejected:
Penn Yan Builders, Inc. Pro-Con Contracting, L.L.C.
Wind Sun Construction, Inc. FMW Contracting, Inc.
Schooley Enterprises, Inc. R. & L. Perry Construction, Inc.
Hakes Construction, Inc., and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that contracts necessary to carry out such services are hereby authorized for signature by the Chairman of this Legislature, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $6,420.00 from Maintenance of Roads account no. 5110.513 (guard rail) and $258.00 from account no. 5110.518 (gravel) to Bridges account no. 5120.525.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 218 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - SCHUYLER COUNTY YOUTH BOARD
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approves the appointment of the following individuals to the Schuyler County Youth Board effective immediately and for the terms ending as indicated below:
Charles Young, Town of Orange, 12/31/97 Shannan Callanan, Watkins Glen School, 12/31/97 Nichole Chaffee, Watkins Glen, 12/31/97 Bonnie Schweitzer, Town of Cayuta, 12/31/99 VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 219 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT OFFER TO PURCHASE AND QUITCLAIM PROPERTY TAKEN BY TAX DEED TO NANCY L. McFALL
WHEREAS, the County Treasurer took a tax deed to property situated in the Town of Hector, County of Schuyler and State of New York, more particularly described as tax map number 13.-1-22.112, parcel number 401-1614-03 , said property to have been sold by sealed bids to be opened and considered on June 2, 1997, and
WHEREAS, the former owner of record has submitted an Offer to Purchase said property for $1,933.53, 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 execute the Offer to Purchase, quitclaim deed and attending documents for the transfer of the aforementioned property to Nancy L. McFall, upon receipt of the recording fees, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that payment in full to the Schuyler County Treasurer of 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 acceptance or rejection of the bids at the June 9, 1997, Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature , and
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 or the estate of 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.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 220 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
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, 1996 through March 31, 1997, 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".
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 221 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE LETTER OF GRATITUDE TO CAMP MONTEREY FOR COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTIONS
WHEREAS, the Legislature wishes to acknowledge Camp Monterey for all its contributions to improving Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes the Legislative Chairman to write a letter of gratitude and acknowledgment to Camp Monterey for its many contributions and improvements to the Schuyler County Community so that we may more fully enjoy the surroundings within which we live.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 222 Motion by Franzese, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION FOR ECOTOURISM PROJECT
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract with Cornell Cooperative Extension for the development of a pamphlet and web page for the promotion of an ecotourism project (to including hiking, biking, bird watching) at a cost of $1,310 to be paid from Other Economic Development account no. 6989.400; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Compton suggested that maybe they should change the name of Ecotourism. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that this is a fair price and the county is getting more for their money. The County's biggest industry is tourism. Legislator Hastings stated that if it works maybe the Chamber of Commerce would pick up the project.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 223 Motion by Franzese, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF LAWNMOWER/TRANSFER OF FUNDS - DOG POUND
EXHIBIT "A" MORTGAGE TAX DISTRIBUTION AMONG TOWNS AND VILLAGES
OCTOBER 1, 1996 THROUGH MARCH 31, 1997
In Assess Out Assess Total Value Total Dbid. Vill. Sh Town Share Distributi Percentage
Catharine 5,054,834 14,318,316 19,373,150 38,746,300 474.01 3,159.35 3,633.36 13.0460
Cayuta 16,088,129 16,088,129 32,176,258 1,827.94 1,827.94 0.0000
Dix WG 54,186,025 51,269,835 107,282,190 214,564,380 5,226.68 15,293.61 20,696.45 25.2540
Dix MF 1,826,330 176.16 0.8512
Hector 6,315,137 159,703,864 166,019,001 332,038,002 277.62 14,318.93 14,596.55 1.9019
Montour-OD 1,049,816 11,025,109 27,250,473 54,500,946 113.60 4,141.75 5,897.48 1.9262
Montour-MF 15,175,548 1,642.13 27.8446
Orange 20,941,804 20,941,804 41,883,608 2,495.72 2,495.72 0.0000
Reading 7,938,982 52,802,886 60,741,868 121,483,736 290.96 4,161.42 4,452.38 6.5350
Tyrone 86,673,647 86,673,647 173,347,294 6,384.10 6,384.10 0.0000
TOTALS 91,546,672 412,823,590 504,370,262 1,008,740,524 8,201.15 51,782.83 59,983.98 77.3589
APPROVED BY COMMITTEE: /s/ Robert J. Fitzsimmons
Robert J. Fitzsimmons, Chairman
/s/ Angeline B. Franzese
Angeline B. Franzese
/s/ Robert E. Burnside
Robert E. Burnside
/s/ Barbara J. Halpin
Barbara J. Halpin, Ex-Officio
WHEREAS, the lawnmower at the dog pound is in need of extensive repair and it is most cost effective to replace the equipment, and
WHEREAS, the Sheriff has monies in his Dog Control budget for the lease of a truck which has not yet been implemented, which can be applied towards the purchase of a new lawnmower, and
WHEREAS, the purchase of a new lawnmower is an unanticipated expense requiring legislative approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Sheriff be hereby authorized to purchase a new lawnmower for use at the dog pound and other county facilities as needed at an approximate cost of $1,700, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $1,700 from Dog Control lease account no. 3510.603 to miscellaneous equipment account no. 3510.201.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 224 Motion by Franzese, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF WEAPONS FROM SEIZED ASSETS - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, due to the hiring of seasonal help and the Court House personnel, the Sheriff is in need of weapons, and
WHEREAS, there are monies available for the purchase of weapons in the Seized Assets account, and
WHEREAS, the weapon purchase in an unappropriated expense requiring legislative approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Sheriff be hereby authorized to purchase three (3) new weapons and ammunition for the same at a cost of $1,500, said cost to be appropriated against the Seized Assets account. VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 225 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE CARPETING IN INVESTIGATORS' OFFICE - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the tile floor in the Investigators' Office in the Sheriff's Department is in need of replacement, and
WHEREAS, it is felt carpeting would be more appropriate because the Investigators' do their own cleaning due to the confidential information in their office, and maintaining the cleaning of carpeting would be better maintained than tile flooring, and
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 345-85 requires legislative approval for carpeting in any Schuyler County office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor be hereby authorized and directed to install carpeting in the Investigators' Room of the Sheriff's Department ONLY.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 226 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE MOBILE WORK CREW PROJECT
WHEREAS, Schuyler County created the Mobile Work Crew in the Department of Social Services in order, among other things, to give public assistance recipients the opportunity to gain employment skills in a work setting, and
WHEREAS, the county has a fleet of county owned vehicles that require routine oil changes, lubrication, tire rotation, washing and cleaning, and other minor routine maintenance, and
WHEREAS, these maintenance services are not currently performed by bargaining unit personnel, and
WHEREAS, the county expends a certain amount of money each year on this routine maintenance, and
WHEREAS, the skills involved in this routine maintenance would be beneficial in the job market and also for the personal maintenance of a vehicle for employment transportation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Department of Social Service Mobile Work Crew, under the auspices of the Buildings and Grounds Department, is hereby authorized to institute a county vehicle maintenance/upkeep program at the Rural Urban Center garage, subject to the approval of the county attorney and code enforcement officer, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this program be instituted on a trial basis for up to one year as a voluntary program for county departments. At the end of the year, the county will evaluate the program to determine whether or not to continue and/or expand the service, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that there will be a per car charge back for departments using the service based upon the actual cost of supplies (start-up costs of the project to be covered under 1997 operating budget for the Mobile Work Crew-Buildings and Grounds).
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 227 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 3/LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 1997 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN ELECTED OFFICIALS - AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law setting salaries for certain elected officials was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held June 9, 1997, 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 said Local Law Intro. No. 3/Local Law No. 3 of the year 1997, 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. 3/Local Law No. 3 of the year 1997, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper.
LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 3/LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 1997
A Local Law Setting Salaries for Certain Elected Officials for Fiscal Years 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001.
Section 1. LEGISLATIVE INTENT This Local Law is enacted pursuant to Sections 200 and 201 of the County Law for the purpose of setting the salaries of certain elected officials for fiscal years 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001.
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 47,000 $47,000 $47,000
County Clerk 34,000 34,000 34,000 34,000
District Attorney 32,000 32,000 32,000 32,000
Section 3. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the Secretary of State.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 228 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Franzese.
RE: APPROVE APPROPRIATION OF 1996 FUND BALANCE TO ELIMINATE BORROWING
WHEREAS, this Legislature has given authority to the County Treasurer to appropriate Fund Balance if available to fund the following Capital Projects:
County Route 22 Bridge (Resolution No. 177-96)
Hornby Road Bridge (Resolution Nos. 157-96 & 177-96)
Improvements to County Buildings (Resolution No. 233-96), and
WHEREAS, it would be cost effective to eliminate borrowing for the following projects not previously authorized for funding from Fund Balance:
Fitzpatrick Hill Bridge (Resolution No. 289-95) County Route 16 Culvert (Resolution No. 290-95).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the appropriation of 1996 Fund Balance as indicated below:
County Route 22 Bridge $139,095.22
Hornby Road Bridge 167,920.86
1996 Improvements to Co. Bldgs. 78,195.00
Fitzpatrick Hill Bridge 184,930.32
County Route 16 Culvert 84,656.01
TOTAL GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION $654,797.41
Hornby Rd. Bridge - Sullivan Trail Agmt. $ 34,360.00
TOTAL COUNTY ROAD FUND APPROPRIATION $ 34,360.00
DISCUSSION: Legislator Franzese said she is happy to see this resolution. Legislator Hastings congratulated the Management & Finance Committee and the County Treasurer for a job well done. Legislator Franzese said the fund balance is still at $1.8 million per the report from the Treasurer.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
MOTION by Legislator Hastings to table Resolutions 229-233, SECOND by Legislator Fitzsimmons. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
RESOLUTION NO. 229
RE: AMEND MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY PLAN - CONSOLIDATION OF MENTAL HEALTH AND PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENTS - TABLED
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature approved the concept of consolidating the administration of the Mental Health and Public Health Departments per Resolution No. 415 of 1996 , and
WHEREAS, a plan to reorganize the two departments was submitted to and approved by the NYS Department of Mental Hygiene and by the NYS Commissioner of Public Health for a trial period of eighteen months, and WHEREAS, in order to accomplish the above stated objective, it is necessary to amend the Schuyler County Management/Confidential Salary Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Management/Confidential Salary Plan shall be amended by the changes on pages seven through fifteen which are on file in the Legislative office, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Factor Rating Chart shall be amended to reflect these changes effective this date and shall be included as page 16 of the Salary Plan.
RESOLUTION NO. 230
RE: CREATE AND FILL POSITION OF DEPUTY PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR - TABLED
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature approved the concept of consolidating the administration of the Mental Health and Public Health Departments per Resolution No. 415 of 1996 , and
WHEREAS, a plan to reorganize the two departments was submitted to and approved by the NYS Department of Mental Hygiene and by the NYS Commissioner of Public Health for a trial period of eighteen months.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby create the position of Deputy Public Health Director and request it be classified non-competitive, said position having been so titled by the Civil Service Commission, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature does authorize the filling of the position of Deputy Public Health Director, salary to be established, in accordance with the Schuyler County Management/Confidential Salary Plan.
RESOLUTION NO. 231
RE: APPOINTMENT OF BARBARA REGAN AS DEPUTY PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR - TABLED
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature approved the concept of consolidating the administration of the Mental Health and Public Health Departments per Resolution No. 415 of 1996 , and
WHEREAS, a plan to reorganize the two departments was submitted to and approved by the NYS Department of Mental Hygiene and by the NYS Commissioner of Public Health for a trial period of eighteen months, and WHEREAS, Barbara Regan will continue to hold the title of Director of Patient Services and per the reorganization plan be appointed Deputy Public Health Director, and
WHEREAS, the Health Services Committee and Civil Service Executive Secretary/Personnel Director will submit to the Legislature in ninety days a plan for review and evaluation of the positions in the two departments which are affected by the reorganization plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Barbara Reagan is hereby provisionally appointed Deputy Public Health Director and is relieved of the duties of Public Health Director effective immediately, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that her salary will be unchanged until the reorganization plan is reviewed in ninety days and any adjustment will be made in accordance with the Schuyler County Management/Confidential Salary Plan.
RESOLUTION NO. 232
RE: CREATE POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES/PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR AND AUTHORIZE FILLING - TABLED
WHEREAS, this Legislature has approved in concept the consolidation of Administration in the Mental Health and Public Health Departments, and
WHEREAS. as a proposed consolidation and re-organization plan has been submitted to the State Agencies having respective authority which has been approved by the Departments of Mental Hygiene, the Department of Health and the Department of Civil Service in Albany, and
WHEREAS, the position was allocated to Grade L in the Management Confidential Salary Plan according to the Factor Rating System.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby create the position of Director of Community Services/Public Health Director in Grade L and authorize filling said position.
RESOLUTION NO. 233
RE: APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES/PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR - TABLED
WHEREAS, this Legislature has approved in concept the consolidation of Administration in the Mental Health and Public Health Departments, and
WHEREAS, as a proposed consolidation and re-organization plan has been submitted to the State Agencies having respective authority which has been approved by the Departments of Mental Hygiene, the Department of Health and the Department of Civil Service in Albany, and
WHEREAS, the qualifications of Community Services Director remains the same and the Commissioner of Public Health has deemed Duane Spilde's qualifications equivalent for the Public Health Director for a trial period of eighteen months.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby appoints Duane Spilde as the Director of Community Services/Public Health Director immediately with a salary of $53,769.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 234 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young.
RE: APPROVE MEMORANDUMS OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (CSEA), INC.
WHEREAS, the County and CSEA agree upon certain terms relative to a Public Employment Relations Board petition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby agrees to the terms of the Memorandums of Understanding as drafted and approved by the County's labor counsel relative to Public Employment Relations Board petition C- 4660, and authorizes the Chairman of the Legislature to execute the same.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 235 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: MOTION TO BRING TWO (2) EMERGENCY RESOLUTIONS TO THE FLOOR
BE IT RESOLVED, that two (2) emergency resolutions be brought to the floor.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 236 Motion by Hastings, Second by Franzese.
RE: APPOINTMENT - VETERANS SERVICE AGENCY DIRECTOR TRAINEE
WHEREAS, Sidney Loeffler resigned his position as Veterans Service Agency Director effective May 20th.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the appointment of Philip Smith as Veterans Service Agency Director Trainee effective June 10, 1997 for twelve (12) hours per week at an hourly rate of $10.40.
VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 237 Motion by Hastings, Second by Franzese.
RE: AUTHORIZE SECTION 18 ANNUAL GRANT APPLICATIONS
WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler is submitting a request for grant funds to the New York State Department of Transportation and the United States Department of Transportation, pursuant to Section 18 of the Urban Mass Transportation Act of 1964 as amended, for a project to provide for public mass transportation service for Schuyler County, the Villages of Montour Falls and Watkins Glen and the Towns of Montour and Hector by the Chemung County Transit System for the 1997 fiscal year, and
WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler and the State of New York have entered into a continuing Agreement for a ten-year period which authorizes the undertaking of the Project and payment of the Federal Share, identified as State contract C001944.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute on behalf of the County of Schuyler the annual grant application and progress and complete the above named Project; subject to approval by the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Fitzsimmons reported on the Management & Finance Committee. The sales tax is still increasing nicely while other counties are decreasing.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Community Development & Natural Resources Committee. She said the Town of Dix received a grant in the amount of $7,900 for repairing the VanZandt Hollow road. Tom Brace, Director of the Soil & Water Conservation District, will be leaving to go to another county.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Health Services Committee. She attended the Arc dinner and John Kemmer gave a beautiful speech on Early Intervention. There is a Bill No. 40 that they are trying to get through with a 10% increase for funding. She requested support for the Arc and Early Intervention Program in Schuyler County. She will be getting a form out for the Legislators to sign. John Kemmer also stated that Schuyler County has one of the leading programs in New York State. Legislator Hastings stated she had information available for review relative to this program if anyone was interested.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Legislator Thurston asked about the grant for the study on Income Tax -vs- Property Tax. Legislator Young said he does have some additional information and he will share it with the Chairman.
NEW BUSINESS: MOTION by Legislator Hastings to have the Chairman of the Legislature write a letter to Albany supporting the Village of Montour Falls in opposition of the dramatic increase in rent at the Marina, SECOND by Legislator Thurston. She also asked that Senator Kuhl and Assemblyman Bacalles be copied. Chairman Halpin said she spoke with Mayor Tewksbury. The number of docks represented is 40% of total dock space in Schuyler County. It will have economic impact on the County. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
Chairman Halpin shared an E-mail message received today from a gentleman that used to live in Schuyler County. He said it was nice to be able to get on the Internet and visit his home town anytime he wanted to from anywhere.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
The meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING JULY 1, 1997
The July 1, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Halpin at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Burnside and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Legislator Franzese who was excused and Legislators Young and Compton who were absent. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Sue Brill wanted to know why there was a special meeting called. Chairman Halpin explained that this process can not be prolonged any longer and there are adjustments to be made before the budget process starts. Sue asked why it couldn't wait until the Regular Meeting on July 14, 1997. Chairman Halpin said that they would not have five legislators in support at that meeting and they have worked too hard and long on this project to have the resolutions fail when the majority of the Legislature supports it. Sue then asked the Chairman about the comment she made to the League of Women Voters about a plan being sent to the State. Chairman Halpin told Sue she could provide her with a copy of what was sent. Sue also wanted to know who created the organizational chart for the merger. Chairman Halpin said there were a number of people involved, Duane, Barb, Legislator Hastings, the Health Services Committee and herself. Legislator Hastings explained that they took the recommendations from the Center for Governmental Research (CGR) report and made additions. Sue asked if the position Deputy Public Health Director was provisional. Doris Craig, Personnel Director, informed Sue that it is a newly created position which is being requested to be non-competitive. A public hearing has to be held and a resolution passed by the State. Anne Balch wanted to know what would happen if it was not approved. Doris said it would then become competitive and a test would have to be given. Anne asked if it could be a non-competitive promotion. Doris explained that this is not a promotion.
Mike Myers wanted to know if there were any salary increases involved with this merger. Chairman Halpin explained that the only increase is $8,769 to Duane Spilde.
Joe Dunning wanted to know what the savings to the county would be. Chairman Halpin stated that they are not sure, time will tell. The savings may be seen in local dollars by obtaining increased state and federal aid. With the merging of clerical staff there may not be a need for so many positions. Joe asked if that meant layoffs. Chairman Halpin said not necessarily, they would prefer to do it by attrition. Joe wanted to know why the trial period of eighteen months. Legislator Hastings stated that the State has set the trial period. Mike Myers asked if other counties are doing well with this merger. Legislator Hastings said she has heard they are doing well, however no dollar amounts have been given.
Sue stated that she has talked to Will Streeter from CSEA and wanted to know if the Legislature has conferred with their labor counsel on positions. Chairman Halpin explained that the County is communicating with CSEA as well as their labor counsel.
Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that this does not require a projection of savings as far as he is concerned. He said that if this county was starting new, we would definitely combine Public Health with Mental Health into one department. They both revolve around health care and the combination of the two makes sense.
RESOLUTION NO. 235 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
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. Amend Management/Confidential Salary Plan - Consolidation of Mental Health and Public Health Departments
2. Create and Fill Position of Deputy Public Health Director
3. Appointment of Barbara Regan as Deputy Public Health Director
4. Create Position of Director of Community Services/Public Health Director and Authorize Filling 5. Appointment of Director of Community Services/Public Health Director
DISCUSSION: Chairman Halpin thanked everyone involved in this process for a job well done. Legislator Hastings made a statement of the record. She stated that Legislator Fitzsimmons was on the Public Health Committee six years ago and he started this discussion and the Government would not approve the concept back then. It has been Legislator Fitzsimmons' dream for a long time now and this idea was the reason behind hiring CGR. This Legislature has done everything to be fair.
VOTE: Passed 5-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 236 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY PLAN - CONSOLIDATION OF MENTAL HEALTH AND PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENTS
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature approved the concept of consolidating the administration of the Mental Health and Public Health Departments per Resolution No. 415 of 1996 , and
WHEREAS, a plan to reorganize the two departments was submitted to and approved by the NYS Department of Mental Hygiene and by the NYS Commissioner of Public Health for a trial period of eighteen months, and
WHEREAS, in order to accomplish the above stated objective, it is necessary to amend the Schuyler County Management/Confidential Salary Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Management/Confidential Salary Plan shall be amended by the changes on pages seven through fifteen which are on file in the Legislative office, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Factor Rating Chart shall be amended to reflect these changes effective this date and shall be included as page 16 of the Salary Plan.
VOTE: Passed 5-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 237 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: CREATE AND FILL POSITION OF DEPUTY PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature approved the concept of consolidating the administration of the Mental Health and Public Health Departments per Resolution No. 415 of 1996 , and WHEREAS, a plan to reorganize the two departments was submitted to and approved by the NYS Department of Mental Hygiene and by the NYS Commissioner of Public Health for a trial period of eighteen months.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby create the position of Deputy Public Health Director and request it be classified non-competitive, said position having been so titled by the Civil Service Commission, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature does authorize the filling of the position of Deputy Public Health Director, salary to be established, in accordance with the Schuyler County Management/Confidential Salary Plan.
VOTE: Passed 5-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 238 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPOINTMENT OF BARBARA REGAN AS DEPUTY PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature approved the concept of consolidating the administration of the Mental Health and Public Health Departments per Resolution No. 415 of 1996 , and
WHEREAS, a plan to reorganize the two departments was submitted to and approved by the NYS Department of Mental Hygiene and by the NYS Commissioner of Public Health for a trial period of eighteen months, and
WHEREAS, Barbara Regan will continue to hold the title of Director of Patient Services and per the reorganization plan be appointed Deputy Public Health Director, and
WHEREAS, the Health Services Committee and Civil Service Executive Secretary/Personnel Director will submit to the Legislature in ninety days a plan for review and evaluation of the positions in the two departments which are affected by the reorganization plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Barbara Reagan is hereby provisionally appointed Deputy Public Health Director and is relieved of the duties of Public Health Director effective immediately, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that her salary will be unchanged until the reorganization plan is reviewed in ninety days and any adjustment will be made in accordance with the Schuyler County Management/Confidential Salary Plan.
VOTE: Passed 5-0. RESOLUTION NO. 239 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: CREATE POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES/PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR AND AUTHORIZE FILLING
WHEREAS, this Legislature has approved in concept the consolidation of Administration in the Mental Health and Public Health Departments, and
WHEREAS. as a proposed consolidation and re-organization plan has been submitted to the State Agencies having respective authority which has been approved by the Departments of Mental Hygiene, the Department of Health and the Department of Civil Service in Albany, and
WHEREAS, the position was allocated to Grade L in the Management Confidential Salary Plan according to the Factor Rating System.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby create the position of Director of Community Services/Public Health Director in Grade L and authorize filling said position.
VOTE: Passed 5-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 240 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES/PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR
WHEREAS, this Legislature has approved in concept the consolidation of Administration in the Mental Health and Public Health Departments, and
WHEREAS, as a proposed consolidation and re-organization plan has been submitted to the State Agencies having respective authority which has been approved by the Departments of Mental Hygiene, the Department of Health and the Department of Civil Service in Albany, and
WHEREAS, the qualifications of Community Services Director remains the same and the Commissioner of Public Health has deemed Duane Spilde's qualifications equivalent for the Public Health Director for a trial period of eighteen months.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby appoints Duane Spilde as the Director of Community Services/Public Health Director immediately with a salary of $53,769.00.
VOTE: Passed 5-0. NEW BUSINESS: Chairman Halpin asked for a motion to approve the Press Release listed below.
MOTION by Legislator Fitzsimmons, SECOND by Legislator Burnside to approve the Press Release titled "Schuyler Seeks Tobacco Money". Motion carried five ayes to zero noes.
"SCHUYLER SEEKS TOBACCO MONEY"
Barbara J. Halpin, Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature, and County Attorney James P. Coleman jointly announce Schuyler County's position in relation to settlement of the New York State Attorney General's Class Action Lawsuit against tobacco manufacturers.
Schuyler has joined other Counties in seeking unequivocal assurances from the State that Counties receive a fair share of any settlement based upon Medicaid expenditures. Schuyler County could ultimately recoup hundreds of thousands of dollars. The State Attorney General's Office has not yet responded definitively to the concerns of the Counties regarding a division of the proceeds of any settlement.
Chairman Halpin announced that the July 14, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature has been rescheduled for Tuesday, July 15, 1997 at 6:30 p.m.
Chairman Halpin also reported that County Legislators and Supervisors (ClaS) has made a request that our county contact our local representatives regarding the State Budget. Two concerns being CHIPS and Early Intervention among some others. She recommended that the appropriate committees send letters.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Sue Brill asked if the Legislature has hired a new Highway Superintendent yet. Chairman Halpin said no, they are still in the process.
MOTION by Legislator Thurston to go into executive session to discuss a negotiable item, SECOND by Legislator Fitzsimmons. Motion carried five ayes to zero noes.
MOTION by Legislator Fitzsimmons to approve Memorandum of Understanding with Highway Union to standardize mileage reimbursement to $.29 a mile, SECOND by Legislator Thurston. Motion carried five ayes to zero noes.
MOTION by Legislator Thurston to come out of executive session, SECOND by Legislator Burnside. Motion carried five ayes to zero noes.
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING JULY 14, 1997
The July 14, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Halpin at 6:34 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Compton and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Legislators Fitzsimmons and Thurston who were excused. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 6:30 P.M.: Otto Welzel said he feels he should have three votes for the proposed Lakes District because he owns three pieces of property. Legislator Franzese explained that instead of mailing three separate ballots a person will mail one that will account for all of the property owned by pin number. When the ballots are opened each property pin number will be accounted for. Otto also felt the government should pay for the project, not the property owners.
Legislator Franzese suggested to the public that if anyone has anything to say about the proposed Lakes District they should speak now. Kevin Morris, President of the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association, stated that the legislators are not voting on the formation, just to move on to the public hearing phase. If the public does not want the district, then the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association does not want it. He informed the public that the association will be holding a public meeting this Saturday, July 19, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. at the Wayne Town Hall. There will be a panel discussion from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the manufacturer of SONAR. He encourages anyone interested to attend.
CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION AWARD PRESENTATION TO TOM BRACE AT 6:45 P.M.: Chairman Halpin explained that Tom is leaving his position as the Director of Soil & Water Conservation District. She presented Tom with a Certificate of Appreciation. She read the certificate aloud and stated how the county is going to miss him. Legislator Hastings said that Tom has been like another son to her, always cheerful and happy. Jim Curatolo said he has known Tom since 1985 and that they have and always will be close friends. Elaine Dalrymple said she has worked with Tom for twelve years, the last six months in his department and she will miss him also. Legislator Hastings stated that without Tom the streambank program would not have happened. He has a good rapport with people. Legislator Franzese stated that she had to call on Tom many times, he certainly cares about people. Attorney James Coleman noted that Tom has helped the Village of Montour Falls tremendously. Ron Edsall commented that he has worked with Tom for ten years, he is great to work with and an immense resource. Tom said his heart will always be here in Schuyler County. PRESENTATION FROM JIM CURATOLO ON THE SUSQUEHANNA COALITION AT 7:00 P.M.: Jim introduced himself as the Coordinator of the Upper Susguehanna Coalition which includes thirteen counties. The coalition was formed in 1992. They receive their funding from New York State and Pennsylvania. His job is to develop water quality products that benefit the county. He also tries to help farmers increase their bottom line. The Coalition is a network of people concentrating on funding for programs for the county. He wrote the proposal for the Household Hazardous Waste day and received a mini grant in the amount of $5,000. He assured the public that he is listed in the phone book, just give him a call.
RESOLUTION NO. 244 Motion by Franzese, Second by Hastings.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE MAY 12, 1997 AND THE JUNE 9, 1997 REGULAR MEETINGS AND JULY 1, 1997 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the May 12, 1997 and the June 9, 1997 Regular Meetings and July 1, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 245 Motion by Franzese, Second by Burnside.
RE: ACCEPT THE REPORT OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LAKE PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION AGENCY (LAMOKA/WANETA LAKE PROTECTION REHABILITATION DISTRICT)
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature pursuant to the provisions of Article 5A of the County Law appointed and established an agency for the formation of the Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County) and having all of the powers under Section 252, 253, 254 of the County Law in order to investigate and receive a District Formation Report prepared pursuant to Section 253 of the County Law and submitted by the Lamoka/Waneta Lake Association at its own cost and expense together with a map and plan of said proposed district, and
WHEREAS, the Steuben County has also established a Steuben County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency for the said purposes since Lamoka Lake and Waneta Lake is located within the adjoining Counties of Schuyler and Steuben Counties, and
WHEREAS, the Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agencies of Schuyler and Steuben Counties have jointly met and received a District Formation Report for Lamoka/Waneta Lakes' Aquatic Vegetation Control and Water Quality District prepared by Fagan Engineers for Schuyler County and Steuben County, the original of which was filed September 1996 and revised December 1996, and WHEREAS, the said Agency has reviewed the aforesaid report filed by Fagan Engineers together with the maps and plans and have made other investigations relative to the formation of the said Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District as submitted and now wish to make their findings and determinations and recommendations to the Schuyler County Legislature.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, as follows:
1. That the report, maps and plan for the proposed Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District and submitted by Fagan Engineers, Consulting Engineers, of Elmira, New York, be received, accepted and placed on file and incorporated herein by reference as though herein fully set forth.
2. That the recommendations contained in the said report, map and plan be and the same is hereby accepted. It is the opinion of the Agency after examination of the same and review of all other pertinent information and data associated with this study; that the Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District for Lamoka/Waneta is necessary and required and should be addressed.
3. It is recommended that the Lake Protection and District for Lamoka and Waneta Lakes be established jointly with Steuben County in order to serve the properties adjoining said lakes and in the proposed District as shown in said report.
4. That the District should include all of the properties as shown and referred to in the District Formation Report.
5. That the proposed district take such measures related to Lake Protection Rehabilitation.
6. That the County Legislature authorize the issuance of bonds in the following amounts for the following Counties:
Schuyler County District $214,005.00
Steuben County District 91,458.00
TOTAL COMBINED COST $305,463.00
7. Request that Schuyler County appoint an administrative body pursuant to Section 261 of the County Law to operate and administer said District, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Agency herewith transmit its report together with its recommendations herein above noted to the Schuyler County Legislature to implement the above recommendations and request that the Schuyler County Legislature create the proposed Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District, in accordance with Article 5A of the County Law, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any implementation of the aforesaid Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District be conditioned upon the approval of the said Lake Protection District by both Schuyler and Steuben County Legislatures in accordance with Article 5A of the County Law.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Franzese stated that this resolution is to just accept the written report. She also announced that a straw poll is being done and will be tallied on Tuesday, August 5, 1997 in the Legislative Chambers at 9:00 a.m. Both Steuben and Schuyler Counties will be doing this at the same time. She then briefly explained the flow chart on the process of the District. .
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 246 Motion by Franzese, Second by Burnside.
RE: RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF NEW YORK STATE ASSEMBLY BILL 423 AND NEW YORK STATE SENATE BILL 3656/AMENDMENT TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT
WHEREAS, the Environmental Protection Act (EPA) of 1993 provided for a dedicated fund for environmental projects including recycling, waste reduction and household hazardous waste and currently provides funds for grant programs administered by the N.S. DEC, Empire State Development, NYSERDA, among others, and
WHEREAS, the EPA allows for reimbursements of up to 50% for cost related to recycling equipment, capital projects, household hazardous waste collection, and waste reduction education, and
WHEREAS, fiscal constraints on local planning units have resulted in layoffs or downsizing of recycling personnel and cutbacks or elimination of recycling education budgets, and
WHEREAS, recycling education is vital to improve recycling recovery rates, and for New York to achieve the 40% recycling goal identified in the 1988 Solid Waste Management Act, and
WHEREAS, recycling programs with paid staff achieve greater results than programs with volunteer or not staffing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby support an amendment to the Environmental Protection Act of 1993 to allow for planning units to seek reimbursement for 50% of the cost related to salaries for a recycling coordinator, a waste reduction coordinate, and for 50% of the cost of recycling education and promotional materials.
VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 247 Motion by Franzese, Second by Burnside
RE: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR STATE ASSISTANCE FROM THE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE (HHW) STATE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 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 household hazardous waste programs; and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County 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, as follows:
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 understanding and assurances contained in said application is hereby authorized.
2. That the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature, or his/her designee 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 the entire cost of said household hazardous waste program and will be reimbursed by the State for the State share of such costs.
4. That the MUNICIPALITY or MUNICIPALITIES set forth their respective responsibilities by joint resolution (which is on file in the Legislative Office) relative to a joint program.
5. That five (5) Certified Copies of this Resolution be prepared and sent to the NYSDEC together with a complete application.
6. That this resolution shall take effect immediately.
VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO.248 Motion by Franzese, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - AGRICULTURE AND FARMLAND PROTECTION BOARD
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the appointment of John Czmanske and Kristen Stewart to the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board as ex-officio members.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 249 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: RESCIND RESOLUTION NO. 289-6/11/90 RELATIVE TO THE WATERSHED INSPECTOR POSITION
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 289-90 sets forth the Watershed Inspector's relationship between the Public Health Director/Director of Patient Services being limited to reimbursement of state aid, with the Watershed Inspector being directly responsible to the Legislature through the Public Health Committee for all other matters relating to the Watershed, and
WHEREAS, the proposed merger of the Mental Health and Public Health Departments sets forth the Watershed Inspector position to be responsible to the Director of Public Health.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 289-90 be hereby rescinded, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Watershed Inspector position be directly responsible to the Director of Public Health.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 250 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AMEND AGREEMENT WITH AFFILIATED PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSULTANTS, P.C. - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, there is a need for additional services from the Affiliated Psychological Consultants, P.C.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature and Director of Community Services are hereby authorized to execute an amendment to the agreement with Affiliated Psychological Consultants, P.C. for the year 1997, and increase the same by an amount not to exceed $13,250 for psychological services in Schuyler County, subject to approval by the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 251 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: RENEW CONTRACTS WITH SCHUYLER HOSPITAL, INC. FOR PHYSICAL THERAPY AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SERVICES FROM 7/197 - 6/30/98 - HOME HEALTH AGENCY
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature is hereby authorized to sign contract renewals with Schuyler Hospital, Inc. to provide physical therapy and occupational therapy services to the Home Health Agency from 7/1/97 through 6/30/98 at the rate of $40.00 per hour, and $.29 per mile; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 252 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN HOME HEALTH AGENCY RATES - FAILED
WHEREAS, the Home Health Agency must increase some of its rates so that the rates per visit will exceed the cost per visit.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Home Health Agency shall increase its rates effective August 1, 1997 as follows:
Current Rate New Rate
Skilled Nursing $ 65.00/visit $ 80.00/visit
Physical Therapy $ 80.00/visit $ 90.00/visit
Occupational Therapy $ 75.00/visit $ 90.00/visit
Speech Therapy $ 85.00/visit $ 90.00/visit
Medical Social Worker $ 85.00/visit $ 90.00/visit
DISCUSSION: Legislator Franzese made a statement for the record. "We have a new Director of Community Services/Public Health Director at an increased cost of $8,000. This Legislature committed that money in hopes of obtaining more state and federal dollars and trimming the costs of services to save our taxpayers money. So why should we, the very next month, increase the costs to our most needy citizens? I know our Schuyler County citizens are burdened already with high property taxes. As of January 1, 1997, New York has taxed individual health care services. I, for one, will not support increasing these rates. Let our new Director do his job! Raising rates is counterproductive and, in the long run, costly to county constituents. We, as legislators, have an obligation to help our citizens afford to stay home. All taxpayers share in the burden of higher institutional costs."
Legislator Hastings stated that the intent is not to charge higher fees. These rates where written before Duane took over as Director of Public Health. The decision was made by the Department Head and the Office Manager. They felt they needed to raise the fees. She also explained that the Public Health Department does have a sliding fee scale. The department has to collect more money to stay in business. Legislator Franzese said she feels they need to give Duane a chance to look at these rates. Barb Regan stated that their Cost Accountant recommended the increase because it has been a couple of years since they have been raised. Legislator Hastings stated that Public Health has more work now than ever and she urged the legislators to vote yes on this resolution.
VOTE: Failed 4-2. Noes: Compton, Franzese.
RESOLUTION NO. 253 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE FOOD STAMP EDUCATION GRANT
WHEREAS, the federal government has made matching funds available to communities through the local Department of Social Services to establish programs to assist food stamp families in meeting their nutritional needs, and
WHEREAS, Cornell Cooperative Extension is in receipt of funds which could be used to match these federal funds at no additional local cost, and
WHEREAS, recent reports continue to indicate that food stamp recipients because of limited resources and limited knowledge, not only make unwise dietary choices leaving them vulnerable to nutrition and health related problems, but also lack food management skills, and
WHEREAS, skills learned around food management and nutrition are transferable to other areas of family life.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature supports the joint application of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County and Schuyler County Department of Social Services for a food stamp nutrition education grant at no additional local cost, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to send a letter to appropriate New York State representatives recommending that food stamp education be mandated for food stamp recipients to promote not only better health through good nutrition and food preparation practices, but also to reduce waste and mismanagement of food stamp dollars. VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 254 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: AUTHORIZE HIRING OF SUPPORT INVESTIGATOR POSITION - SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Social Services Department has decreased its staff count by approximately 8 positions over the past two years in an effort to maintain fiscal responsibility in light of decreasing public assistance caseloads, and WHEREAS, it is now necessary to fill a support investigator vacancy in the Child Support and Enforcement Unit for the following reasons:
1) To provide coverage and backup for Family Court (only 1 worker presently has family court responsibilities) for the already established 1116 court orders.
2) To handle the ever increasing work load due to the emphasis on child support under welfare reform including the establishment of paternity for all out of wedlock births; establishing new child support orders, collecting and enforcing existing orders; reviewing for adjustment of existing orders at a minimum of every 36 months, participating in interstate attempts to establish support orders/paternity; properly executing sanctions such as license revocation; property executions so that there is a decreased need for publicly financed child support, and
WHEREAS, the addition of a support investigator will help the unit achieve its collection goals thereby increasing financial incentives to the county for its efforts, and
WHEREAS, this position is outside of the administrative cap and is reimbursed at approximately 80% state and federal dollars for salary, fringes, training and would actually enhance reimbursement for general administrative expenses by increasing the IVD staff count.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services is hereby authorized to fill the position of Support Investigator effective July 27, 1997 at an annual salary of $10.12 hourly, Grade XV, this position can be funded through budget funds in the 1997 personnel account no. 6010.100, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Department is authorized to fill any vacancies created by the promotion of a Department of Social Services worker to this position.
VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Compton.
RESOLUTION NO. 255 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT FOR MEDICAID MANAGED CARE CONSULTANT SERVICES WITH THE HEALTH FUTURES GROUP - SOCIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, it has been three years since Schuyler County developed and submitted a Medicaid Managed Care Plan to New York State, and
WHEREAS, there have been changes in New York States plans for managed care, including a request to the federal government for mandated managed care, and
WHEREAS, approval for Schuyler County's plan has been held up in part due to pending regulations regarding determination of clinic rates for partial cap programs, such as the plan Schuyler County proposed, and
WHEREAS, the data upon which Schuyler County based our plan may have changed substantially in the last three years, and
WHEREAS, The Health Futures Group, a subsidiary corporation of the New York Pennsylvania Health Systems Agency, has expertise in evaluating Medicaid expenditures and managed care models (such as the Broome County MAX Program), and
WHEREAS, New York State has available managed care grant funds for local districts for one time initiatives to further the development and implementation of managed care at the County level, and
WHEREAS, the Department would like to take advantage of both The Health Futures Group expertise and the grant funds availability.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is authorized to execute an agreement between The Health Futures Group, Suite 310, 84 Court Street, Binghamton, NY 13901 and Schuyler County Department of Social Services for Medicaid managed care consultant services including evaluation of historical spending patterns, analysis of current service delivery system, advantages and disadvantages of possible managed care models for Schuyler County, at least two focus groups to review the above information and help build a consensus regarding Schuyler County's Managed Care direction. The duration of the agreement will be four months from the signing of the agreement (to terminate by 12/31/97 due to grant requirements). The amount of the agreement shall not exceed $25,000.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 256 Motion by Young, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE HIRING OF YOUTH COUNSELOR - SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Youth Coordinator assigned to the Summer Youth Employment and Training Program (SYETP) is also assigned to the New York State Division for Youth (DFY) Runaway and Homeless Program (RHYA), and a second Youth Counselor is needed, and WHEREAS. the position is 100% reimbursable in federal dollars.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the creation of a Youth Counselor position in the Youth Bureau at grade level XX, hourly rate of $10.98, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Youth Bureau Director be authorized to hire a Youth Counselor for SYETP.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 257 Motion by Young, Second by Hastings.
RE: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RECONSTRUCTION OF APPROXIMATELY THREE MILES OF COUNTY ROUTE 16 IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER, NEW YORK, AT A MAXIMUM ESTIMATED COST OF $198,000, AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT EXCEEDING $198,000 SERIAL BONDS OF SAID COUNTY TO PAY THE COST THEREOF
BE IT RESOLVED, by the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler, New York, as follows:
Section 1. The reconstruction of approximately three miles of County Route 16 from Meads Hill Road West to the Town of Orange Line, including incidental improvements, in and for the County of Schuyler, New York, is hereby authorized at a maximum estimated cost of $198,000.
Section 2. SEQR Determination: It is hereby determined that the aforesaid specific object or purpose constitutes a Type II action under the SEQR regulations of the State of New York which will not have a significant impact upon the environment.
Section 3. The plan for the financing of such maximum estimated cost is by the issuance of not exceeding $198,000 serial bonds of said County hereby authorized to be issued therefor pursuant to the Local Finance Law; provided, however, the power to appropriate 1997 fund balance to defray such additional cost, including the power to redeem any or all obligations issued pursuant to this resolution from such 1997 fund balances, is hereby delegated to the County Treasurer.
Section 4. It is hereby determined that the period of probable usefulness of the aforesaid specific object or purpose is ten years, pursuant to subdivision 20(b) of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law.
Section 5. The faith and credit of said County of Schuyler, New York, are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds becoming due and payable in such year. There shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property of said County, at tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same become due and payable.
Section 6. All other matters except as provided herein relating to the serial bonds herein authorized including the date, denominations, maturities and interest payment dates, within the limitations prescribed herein and the manner of execution of the same, including the consolidation with other issues, and also the ability to issue serial bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, shall be determined by the County Treasurer, the chief fiscal officer of such County. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law, and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals, in addition of those required by Section 51.00 of the Local Finance Law, as the County Treasurer shall determine consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 7. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the County Treasurer, the chief fiscal officer, Such notes shall be of such terms, form and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said County Treasurer, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 8. The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only if:
1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said County is not authorized to expend money, or
2) The provisions of law which should be compiled with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially compiled with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or
3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.
Section 9. This resolution shall constitute a statement of official intent for purposes of Treasury Regulations Section 1.150-2. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are, or are reasonably expected to be, reserved, allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the permanent funding of the object or purpose described herein.
Section 10. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in full in the Watkins Review and Express, the official newspaper of such County, together with a notice of the Clerk of the County Legislature in substantially the form provided in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law. VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 258 Motion by Burnside, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH DEMUTH ELECTRIC, INC. FOR FIRE ALARM SYSTEM INSTALLATION
WHEREAS, there are monies budgeted in the Rural Urban Center building capital account for purchase and installation of a fire alarm system, and
WHEREAS, DeMuth Electric, Inc. has submitted the lowest quote for installation of the same.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a contract with DeMuth Electric, Inc. for the installation of the fire alarm system equipment in the Rural Urban Center building at a cost of $7,280, there being monies in the capital project account; subject to approval by the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 259 Motion by Burnside, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH VILLAGE OF MONTOUR FALLS FOR SHERIFF PATROL SERVICES
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 $12.00 per hour.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be 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 $12.00 per hour; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 260 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPROVE SURVEILLANCE EQUIPMENT PURCHASES FOR JAIL
WHEREAS, cameras and monitors are used for security at the Schuyler County Jail, and periodically these cameras and monitors wear out and fail. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Sheriff be authorized to purchase two (2) cameras and one (1) monitor at a cost of $1,816 from account no. 3150.201.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 261 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: RE-APPOINTMENT TO LOCAL CONDITIONAL RELEASE COMMISSION
WHEREAS, Chapter 79 of the Laws of 1989, which became effective May 1, 1989, 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 be for a period of four years, and the current appointments terminate on July 31, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Lloyd Prosperi, Grover Odenthal and Sally Sumner be re-appointed to said Commission, each for a term of four years, commencing August 1, 1997 and terminating July 31, 2001.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 262 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL - PROBATION
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Criminal Justice Advisory Council has been reviewing required membership on the said council, and
WHEREAS, said council had been seeking to fill needed gaps in service, and
WHEREAS, the following have been recommended to serve and are so willing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Hon. Michael Donnelly, Village of Odessa and Town of Catharine Justice be appointed to replace Hon. Nicholas Dugo, Village of Watkins Glen Justice on the Criminal Justice Advisory Council and Martin Teller and Nancy Ewing of the Finger Lakes Alcoholism and Referral Agency (FLACRA) be appointed to replace Kathryn Disbrow on said council with said appointments to take effect immediately. VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 263 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: ANNUAL UPDATE OF THE PINS DIVERSION LAW
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 and 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 report.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, 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 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 Committee as listed below continue to serve in that capacity.
PLANNING COMMITTEE Ronald Alexander, Probation Director Anne Balch, Social Services Commissioner Lola Mitchell, Youth Bureau Director Duane Spilde, Director of Community Services/Public Health Director Michael Johnston, Odessa-Montour Central School Michael O'Loughlin, Watkins Glen Middle School Nancy Ewing, FLACRA
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 264 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT EXTENSION WITH SOUTHERN TIER CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD - RESCINDED SEPTEMBER 8, 1997
WHEREAS, the contract with Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board for computer related services is due to expire August 31, 1997, and WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Chairman of the Computer Coordination Committee to continue with these services, at least for the remainder of the year.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract extension with Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board for computer related services for the term ending December 31, 1997 at a cost of $5,000, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $5,000 from account no. 1355.100 to Central Data Processing account no. 1680.435.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 265 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: DECLARE LIMESTONE SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZE SALE TO TOWN OF READING - HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, the County Highway Department has surplus limestone for which it no longer has use pursuant to County Law Section 215, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Reading has projects in which they could use the limestone and is willing to buy the limestone at the same price the County paid.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby declare as surplus approximately 1,000 tons of limestone at the County Highway Department, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said limestone be sold to the Town of Reading at the cost of $6.60 per ton.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
WITHDRAWN
RE: RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE GOVERNOR'S APPOINTMENT TO THE CORNING COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
RESOLUTION NO. 266 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE TO SIGN RECORDS MANAGEMENT GRANT ACCEPTANCE AND ALL RELATED REPORTS 1997-98
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign the 1997-98 Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund grant acceptance form in the amount of $14,364, and all reports; subject, as required, to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 267 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH CSEA HIGHWAY UNIT
WHEREAS, the Highway Unit contract was negotiated setting forth mileage reimbursement at $.25 per mile, and
WHEREAS, at a later date, the Legislature adopted a resolution setting forth mileage reimbursement at $.29 per mile for ALL employees, and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of both parties to have the reimbursement policy relative to mileage be consistent.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the CSEA Highway Unit setting forth Article V, Section 2, Travel Mileage, as follows:
2. Travel Mileage
Authorized travel mileage shall be paid at the rate of twenty-nine cents ($.29) per mile.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 268 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: ACCEPT QUOTE FOR MISCELLANEOUS TRANSPORTATION OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES FOR THE PERIOD 7/1/97-6/30/98
WHEREAS, bids for transportation of preschool children with disabilities were accepted and rejected at the June Regular Meeting of the Legislature, and
WHEREAS, bids for miscellaneous transportation were not accepted then because there was no need for miscellaneous transportation services, and
WHEREAS, it has since been determined that there will be a need to contract for miscellaneous transportation of preschool children with disabilities, and
WHEREAS, all bidders have been contacted and the only interested agency is Birnie Transportation with a written quote of $165/day. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the quote from Birnie Transportation for miscellaneous transportation of preschool handicapped children from July 1, 1997 to June 30, 1998 in the amount of $165 per day be, and hereby is, accepted, 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 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 269 Motion by Young, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE PROCEDURE FOR ADVERTISEMENT OF FOOD AND MILK BIDS
WHEREAS, the frozen food requirement for the County has been bid, in accordance with the Purchasing policy, every six months, and
WHEREAS, in conjunction with the frozen food bid, milk requirements are bid on a yearly basis, and
WHEREAS, the cost for the canned, dry, dairy and packaged foods purchased by the County are such that they need to be bid.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby direct the Clerk of the Legislature to advertise food and milk bids as needed, and the Purchasing Department to compile the actual bids for the food and milk needs on a continual basis, in both cases to satisfy the bi-yearly and yearly bidding procedures. VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 270 Motion by Young, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISING AND HIRING A TEMPORARY ACCOUNT CLERK TYPIST IN THE HOME HEALTH AGENCY - AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, the Home Health Agency needs a temporary Account Clerk Typist to assist the support staff because the agency is still in the process of converting to a new billing system, visits and billing have increased, and the Office Manager will be out on disability for several weeks this summer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Home Health Agency is authorized to advertise and hire temporary help or secure temporary clerical services through a temporary agency at a cost not to exceed $3,000 from currently appropriated funds.
VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 271 Motion by Franzese, Second by Burnside.
RE: RESOLUTION CLASSIFYING THE PROPOSED FORMATION OF AN AQUATIC VEGETATION CONTROL AND WATER QUALITY DISTRICT FOR LAMOKA AND WANETA LAKES AS AN UNLISTED ACTION AND NOMINATING THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE AS THE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW LEAD AGENCY AND NOTIFYING THE INVOLVED AGENCIES PURSUANT TO 6NYCRR PART 617
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency has forwarded the District Formation Report for the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes' Aquatic Vegetation Control and Water Quality District to the Schuyler County Legislature in order that one or more public hearings can be held to gauge public sentiment for this project, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature (Legislature) has concluded that the proposed project is subject to the requirements of 6NYCRR Part 617.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby concludes that the proposed formation of a Lamoka/Waneta Lakes' Aquatic Vegetation Control and Water Quality District constitutes an unlisted action subject to the review requirements specified in 6NYCRR, Parts 617.6 and 617.11, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that since Waneta Lake encompasses both Schuyler and Steuben counties, separate Water Quality Districts must be formed in each county if district formation is approved, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature assumes the role as lead agency for the purpose of conducting a coordinated review with Steuben County of the proposed project in accordance with 6NYCRR, Parts 617.6 and 617.11, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be filed with the Schuyler County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency, Schuyler County Attorney, Schuyler County Planning Commission, Steuben County Legislature, Steuben County Attorney, Steuben County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency, Town of Tyrone Supervisor, Town of Wayne Supervisor, Town of Orange Supervisor, the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association, Schuyler County Environmental Management Council, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (Albany, Latham and Avon Offices), New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and the New York State Electric and Gas Corporation.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 272 Motion by Franzese, Second by Burnside.
RE: TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO TOWN OF HECTOR (HECTOR GRAZING LANDS) WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Treasurer has received $4,380.31 in revenues from the United States Forest Service for 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 and 7 CFR 3015, these funds must be used for the benefit of public schools and 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, and hereby is, authorized to transfer $4,380.31 to the Town of Hector for road maintenance in the Hector Land Use Area.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 273 Motion by Franzese, Second by Compton.
RE: AUTHORIZE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR LAKEFRONT REVITALIZATION PROGRAM - AMENDED
WHEREAS, the funding for the Lakefront Revitalization Program is made up of several components, and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the parties to have a Memorandum of Understanding setting forth the financial obligations of each.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize a Memorandum of Understanding to be executed on behalf of the County between Five Lakes Development Corporation for funding for the Lake Front Revitalization program in the amount of $40,000, as drafted by the Schuyler County Attorney.
DISCUSSION: Chairman Halpin requested that this resolution be amended to have the second whereas state "it is the desire of the parties to have a Memorandum of Understanding setting forth the financial obligations of each." Legislator Franzese stated that if the amount of $20,000 is taken out of the resolution she will vote yes. All legislators agreed with the request to amend the resolution and remove the statement about $20,000 coming from the county.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 274 Motion by Franzese, Second by Compton.
RE: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE FORMATION OF A LAMOKA/WANETA LAKE PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION DISTRICT (SCHUYLER COUNTY) WHEREAS, a petition for the establishment of the Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County) has been filed on the 5th day of August , 1996, and
WHEREAS, this board has established a Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County) Agency having all of the powers as provided under Article 5A of the County Law, and
WHEREAS, said County Agency had maps and plans prepared of the areas to be serviced by a Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District, and has submitted its resolution and report together with a District Formation Report for the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes' Aquatic Vegetation Control and Water Quality District prepared by Fagan Engineers and dated September 1996, revised December 1996, and
WHEREAS, the said District Formation Report together with the Resolution and Report of the aforesaid County agency, including an estimated cost has been duly filed with the County Legislature and said Agency has made its recommendations and requests as more fully embodied in said Resolution and Report as filed with the Clerk of the County Legislature, and
WHEREAS, the maximum estimated cost of the said District for Schuyler County is $214,005.00, and
WHEREAS, it is now desirous to call a public hearing to consider said proposal to establish said District in accordance with the provisions of Article 5A of the County Law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows:
SECTION 1: A meeting of the County Legislature of Schuyler County, New York, shall be held at Bradford Central School, Route 226, Bradford, New York in said County on the 29th day of August, 1997 at 7:00 o'clock p.m. prevailing time, for the purpose of conducting a public hearing upon the aforesaid proposal to establish a Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District in said County to be known as Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Aquatic Vegetation Control & Water Quality District consisting of territory within Schuyler County as hereinafter described, and for such further action on the part of the said County Legislature in relation thereto as may be required by law or proper in the premises.
SECTION 2: The Boundaries of said proposed Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District are as stated in the Notice of Public Hearing:
SECTION 3: Notice of Public Hearing
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler will meet at the Bradford Central School, Route 226, Bradford, New York in said County on the 29th day of August, 1997 at 7:00 o'clock p.m. for the purpose of conducting a public hearing for the proposal to establish a County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District in the aforesaid County, to be known as Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Aquatic Vegetation Control & Water Quality District substantially in accordance with a report and certain maps and plans and a District Formation Report for the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes' Aquatic Vegetation Control and Water Quality District prepared by Fagan Engineers and dated September 1996 and revised December 1996 and filed with the said County Legislature by the Schuyler County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency acting as a County Agency, at which time and place said County Legislature will consider said proposal and hear all parties interested therein concerning the same. Said report, map and plans are on file with Clerk of the County Legislature for viewing by the general public during official office hours.
It is proposed that such Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District shall comprise of an area in said County consisting of the area located within the Lamoka & Waneta Lake Watershed all more fully described as follows:
(Complete Description on file in the Legislative Office)
The improvements proposed for the said Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District more fully described in the maps and plans as filed with the Clerk of the County Legislature by the Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District.
The maximum amount to be expanded for said improvement is $214,005.00.
It is recommended that the costs of the improvements will be assessed in proportion as nearly as may be to the benefit which each lot or parcel of land will derive therefrom pursuant to Section 271 of the County Law.
The County Legislature may determine to issue, pursuant to the local finance, the obligation of the County in such amount as the board may estimate to be sufficient to pay the entire costs of the improvements, but not to excess of the maximum amount to be expended for the improvements as stated in this Notice of Public Hearing.
BY ORDER OF THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER, NEW YORK
SECTION 4: That the Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to cause a copy of this Resolution and Notice of Public Hearing to be published in the official paper of the County not less than ten (10) nor more than twenty (20) days before the date set herein for said public hearing.
SECTION 5: This resolution shall take effect immediately. DISCUSSION: Legislator Franzese said the meeting place for the hearing needs to be set. She suggested the Bradford Central School, especially because it can hold more people than the legislative chambers. Legislator Burnside asked if there was any legal reason why they could not. Attorney Coleman said no. Legislator Hastings said she attended the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee and she thought they decided on holding the hearing here in the legislative chambers. She has no problem going to Bradford, however, she asked that the Chairman call for a vote. The vote was in favor of holding the hearing at Bradford Central School located on Route 226 in the Town of Bradford.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 275 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside
RE: AUTHORIZE CHANGE ORDER GC-1 - CONTRACT WITH MCLAUGHLIN ROOFING CORPORATION
WHEREAS, the General Contractor, McLaughlin Corporation, presented a change order dated 7/3/97 to remove and replace rotted wood fascia board using pressure treated lumber and install fascia enclosure metal, and
WHEREAS, the Management and Finance Committee reviewed the change order in reference to the contract with McLaughlin Roofing Corporation and recommends authorization of Change Order GC-1 as follows:
Original Contract Sum 80,230
Contract Sum will be increased by 500
New Contract Sum including this change order 80,730
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby authorize Chairman Halpin to sign Change Order GC-1 upon approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 276 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPOINTMENT OF SCHUYLER COUNTY PERSONNEL OFFICER
WHEREAS, Local Law No. 3 of the Year 1996 authorized abolishment of the Schuyler County Civil Service Commission and substitute a Personnel Officer therefor, and
WHEREAS, said Local Law set forth the position of Personnel Officer to be established effective August 12, 1997. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize the appointment of Doris J. Craig as Schuyler County Personnel Officer effective August 12, 1997 for a six year term ending August 11, 2003.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings said this department deals with all of Schuyler County, schools, towns, etc. They have a tremendous responsibility. She would like to table this resolution for further review. She said there are six counties that still have a Civil Service Commission, ten of them have a Personnel Officer and three have both. She believes that the department should be looked at now with an open mind because there may be other options. She said perhaps one requirement of the title should be handling labor contracts and negotiations in-house instead of hiring a labor counsel. She would prefer to table this resolution for thirty or ninety days.
Legislator Franzese said that in Local Law No. 3 of 1996 it authorizes this change. This has been studied, there has been a public hearing and it has been voted on and passed. She reminded the Legislature that it is now a year later and they need to move forward. Legislator Burnside stated that with a group of this size one person can not handle labor relations and still be capable of handling everyday responsibilities. He doesn't have a problem with hiring the Personnel Director of Chemung County to assist with negotiations, he has more staff on hand.
Legislator Hastings "called for the question". Chairman Halpin explained that they will be reviewing the job specifications in committee and will be making any changes then. The Local Law becomes effective on August 12, 1997.
VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Hastings.
RESOLUTION NO. 277 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PROFESSIONAL FEES AND SERVICES- CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL
WHEREAS, the present balance in Personnel account no. 1430.435 is depleted for Professional Fees and Services for 1997.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby authorize the County Treasurer to transfer $10,000 from Contingency account no. 1990.500 to account no. 1430.435 Professional Fees & Services.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 278 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH HUNT ENGINEERS FOR SHARED FUEL FACILITY PROJECT WHEREAS, the County has approved the concept and received a Letter of Intent for a Shared Fuel Facility Project from Watkins Glen School District, Village of Watkins Glen and Schuyler Arc, and
WHEREAS, the Watkins Glen School District has absorbed the cost of all engineering services performed to date, and
WHEREAS, the project is ready to proceed to the bidding stage, and the County has been asked to be the lead agency for the project, and
WHEREAS, the first step of taking over the project is for the County to execute an agreement with Hunt Engineers for continued engineering services, and
WHEREAS, it is understood that there is an application for Senate Initiative monies which would be applied to the cost of this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an agreement with Hunt Engineers for continuing services in regards to the Shared Fuel Facility Project at a cost of $9,600 for the year 1997, to be funded from Highway Engineering account no. D5020.; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. It is understood that there will be additional engineering costs budgeted for in 1998.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 279 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO NO. 4/LOCAL LAW NO. OF THE YEAR 1997 ELECTING A RETIREMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, New York State has authorized a retirement incentive program by Chapter 41, Laws of 1997, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Management and Finance Committee that this option be explored and a plan developed to demonstrate the required minimum 50% savings in the replacement employee's base salary over the two year period following the retirement of eligible employees.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro No. 4/Local Law No. of the year 1997 be, and hereby is, introduced in the form on file with the Legislature 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 11, 1997 at 7:00 pm in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. LOCAL LAW INTRO NO. 4/LOCAL LAW NO. OF THE YEAR 1997
A Local Law electing a retirement incentive program as authorized by Chapter 41, Laws of 1997 for the eligible employees of the County of Schuyler.
BE IT ENACTED by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows:
Section 1. The County of Schuyler hereby elects to provide all of its eligible employees with a retirement incentive program authorized by Chapter 41, Laws of 1997.
Section 2. The commencement date of the retirement incentive program shall be September 2, 1997.
Section 3. The open period during which eligible employees may retire and receive the additional retirement benefit, shall be sixty (60) days in length through October 31, 1997.
Section 4. The actuarial present value of the additional retirement benefits payable pursuant to the provisions of this Local Law shall be paid as one lump sum, or in five annual installments. The amount of the annual payment shall be determined by the Actuary of the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System, and it shall be paid by the County of Schuyler for each employee who receives the retirement benefits payable under this Local Law.
Section 5. This act shall take effect August 11, 1997.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Franzese made a statement for the record. "I would like to see a full report on the dollar savings for this Local Law. I don't want to hold it up if cost is unreasonable. I will vote no next month." Legislator Burnside said they should see significant savings.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 280 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE LETTER OF GRATITUDE TO MEMBERS OF CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
WHEREAS, the County has elected to eliminate its Civil Service Commission and operate Civil Service issues through the position of Personnel Officer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to write letters to the members of the Civil Service Commission thanking them for their service to the County.
VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 281 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: SUPPORT GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR SCHOOL-COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
WHEREAS, the N.S. Task Force on School-Community Collaboration has aroused the availability of two local grant initiatives to develop or enhance local collaborations among schools and public and private community agencies, and
WHEREAS, a meeting of interested participants has already been held, and preliminary work has begun on a grant application for a site in Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, the application materials are due by August 1, 1997, and
WHEREAS, the concept is worthy one, and consistent with Schuyler County's goals in planning for greater collaboration in the delivery of children's services, and
WHEREAS, this does not represent any additional expenditure of county monies.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to sign the application materials to indicate the support of this Legislature.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 282 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPOINTMENT - SCHUYLER COUNTY HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby appoint Gregory S. Mathews as Schuyler County Highway Superintendent for the remainder of the vacated term ending December 31, 1997 at an annual salary of $33,500.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 283 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: MOTION TO BRING ONE (1) RESOLUTION TO THE FLOOR
BE IT RESOLVED, that one (1) resolution be brought to the floor.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 284 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 187 DATED MAY 12, 1997 TO INCREASE FUNDING FOR THE LOCAL WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION PROGRAM WHEREAS, there has been an increase in the estimated construction costs for the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) and changes in the funding.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the total authorized for this capital project be increased by $8,976 to a total of $165,240, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the funding raised from Five Lakes Development Corporation be decreased by $8,959 and additional funding in the amount of $17,935 from Senator Kuhl's Office be added. See following breakdown of expenses and revenues:
EXPENSES REVENUES
General Contractor $ 99,182 N.S. Parks Grant $ 75,000
Plumbing Contractor 16,961 Costal Resources Grant 10,000
Electrical Contractor 16,800 NYSCA Grant 2,305
Total Construction Costs $132,943 Five Lakes Fund Raising 40,000
Senator Kuhl's Office 17,935
Engineering $ 20,000 Schuyler County 20,000
Contingency 12,297
TOTAL PROJECT COSTS $165,240 TOTAL REVENUES $165,240
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. He said Bill Randolph is doing more than they are aware of. Over the weekend there were four accidents and two fires. Bill handles a program called stress management. They concentrate on the rescuers that have trouble handling the accidents afterward. He said the results have been good.
Legislator Burnside also reported on Governmental Operations Committee. The new Director of Real Property started today. He had hoped to see Real Property print their own tax bills this year, however Albany can not make up their mind so the equipment is not being purchased this year.
Legislator Franzese reported on Management & Finance in Legislator Fitzsimmon's absence. She reported that the budget process will be starting shortly. The County Treasurer reported that the sales tax is at 100.15% and it is slipping. Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Works Committee for Legislator Young. He said that tonight's resolution officially hired a new Highway Superintendent, Greg Mathews.
Legislator Hastings reported on Community Development & Natural Resources Committee in Legislator Fitzsimmon's absence. She announced that there will be a mini summit meeting on Thursday, July 31, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. at the Rural Urban Center to discuss planning for the county. She also reported on the Agriculture & Farmland Protection Board. She said she found out that Willie Pittman has been in Washington, DC. He was called to Washington by the New York State Department of Agriculture to help with equal opportunity complaints, such as handicapped, sexual and race. She said that an article in the County Folks West Magazine reported that black farmers are being pushed off their farms.
Chairman Halpin explained that the mini summit Legislator Hastings referred to is not an official meeting of the Legislature, it is not publicized. She said the summit is made up of a number of agencies including, SCIDA, Five Lakes Development, the Chamber of Commerce and the Legislature. They will be discussing the funding of a new agency.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Health Services Committee. She stated that July's committee meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 28, 1997 at 4:00 p.m. and the new Director of Schuyler Hospital, Mr. Robert Mincemoyer will be attending. She also reported that an urgent message came from NYSAC's Assembly Ways and Means Committee about state funding being reduced for public health services. The Director of Public Health responded quickly by writing letters to Governor Pataki, Senator Kuhl and Assemblyman Bacalles to tell them how desperately the county needs the money and to urge support for funding.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Human Services Committee. She reported that at the Youth Board meeting, they discussed the need to address services provided in the county. She said that the secretaries, receptionist and dispatchers need to be aware of the services provided in the county and be able to direct people to them.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Legislator Franzese made a statement for the record. "A few weeks ago, Chairman Halpin called me to say that a citizen was asking questions on our property/casualty insurance costs, like what will the total package for 1997 cost Schuyler County. A good question that I don't even know the answer for. That reminded me of Resolution No. 28-97 that authorized the Chairman, with the help of our consultant, to select that final options from our RFPs that could improve or effect our coverage and costs. Checking the records for January 17, 1997, I recalled that I wanted this Legislature to review and decide on these options prior to accepting any bid proposal. Not all agents had quoted options and the agent recommended indicated any final rates could be followed up on. At the recommendation of our consultant, the majority of this Legislature voted without knowing what the total package would cost our taxpayers. To bring closure to this issue in the public records, I would ask that the Chairman present a final report on her choices, along with a final written comparison of total, as well as, itemized costs for 1997, with the actual paid for 1996, to our August 1997 Regular Meeting". Chairman Halpin assured Legislator Franzese that this is coming and will be ready well in advance of the August Regular Meeting.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Leroy Wilson, a cottage owner on Lamoka Lake, stated that now that the weed harvesters have been sold, they are stuck with no way to kill the weeds. He has talked with a lot of people and they are getting mad. He said they may not pay taxes for the next three years if something is not done right away. Chairman Halpin explained that the Lakes District was notified about the auction and that the harvesters would be sold. Ron Edsall thanked all the Legislators for allowing them to hold a public hearing. He hopes everyone will attend. Ron said they will be sending out flyers to advertise the public hearing. He suggested the county advertise in the Star-Gazette, the Corning Leader, Watkins Review & Express, the Hi-Lites, Dundee Observer, the Southern Tier Shopper, the Pennysaver, etc. Joe Dunning asked Ron if the ballot vote is overwhelmingly negative, will the issue be dropped. Legislator Franzese said that they can make it mandatory or subject to a permissive referendum. Leroy asked if out of six hundred, what if only three hundred respond with a no vote, then what. Legislator Franzese explained that that is what a public hearing is for. Legislator Hastings stated that people should understand that the Legislature is concerned and they have committed themselves. Kevin Morris said that if the District happens, it is still governed by the Legislature.
The meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 11, 1997
The August 11, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Halpin at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Thurston and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer commented about Resolution No. 306 on the economic development facilitator. He read in the paper where there are a number of agencies that are heading up this steering committee. He feels businesses do not need the government's help. The Chairman agreed that the best role of the government is to stay out. This resolution is to hire a facilitator to help the four agencies determine what type of agency they need to implement economic functions. Legislator Hastings said that years ago a situation similar to this one was created and it did not work because the communication was not there. This group is communicating better. Businesses are paying money and not receiving support. This group will hopefully eliminate that. Legislator Burnside said that there has always been splinter groups, this is the first time he has seen such great unity and enthusiasm. Casey asked since Five Lakes has accomplished a lot of things, why change? Legislator Burnside said they need to enhance what they have. Chairman Halpin added that the county really does not have the resources to do economic development. This is an effort to combine resources.
PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 1997 TITLED ELECTING A RETIREMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM AT 7:00 P.M.: Chairman Halpin stated that the County is not sure if they are going to offer early retirement to the employees. They are looking at the numbers right now. This Local Law simply allows the process to proceed, if passed.
Casey asked if someone could explain the procedure. Chairman Halpin explained that the County would have to prove that they can save 50% on a position over a two-year period. Doris Craig, Personnel Director, stated that an eligible employee would have to be at least 50 years old and qualify by having ten years of service. She then gave an example on the chalkboard.
FORMAL ANNOUNCEMENT OF LAKES DISTRICT STRAW BALLOT RESULTS BY LEGISLATOR FRANZESE AT 7:10 P.M.: Legislator Franzese said the Legislature, in cooperation with the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association, conducted a straw ballot with the residents on the lakes on whether they support or oppose the formation of a tax district in order to improve the quality of the lakes. Because only 20% of the people are residents, they sent a ballot to all property owners in hopes of getting a clear picture. They mailed out 616 ballots and received a total of 411 votes. Each property owner had the opportunity to vote for each property they owned. There were 324 votes in favor of the District and 87 votes in opposition. They had 2 returned with no vote and 10 more received after the deadline. Of those 10, 9 were in support and 1 opposed. Steuben County opened their ballots and had 38% returned. Out of that 38%, 90% were in favor and 10% opposed. The Legislature will be proceeding with the public hearing scheduled for August 29, 1997 at the Bradford Central School at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Halpin said that she is happy to see that the vote is in favor because it is a difficult issue for the Legislature to face.
RESOLUTION NO. 285 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE JULY 14, 1997 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the July 14, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 286 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: ACCEPT GRANT FOR ANTI-DRUG FUNDS - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, monies have been made available by the Byrne Anti-Drug Program through Senator Randy Kuhl's Office to help communities fight 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, which are estimated to be $9,000, with the 30% match money to be taken from funds currently budgeted for anti-drug programs in the Sheriff 1997 budget; subject to approval by the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 287 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: AUTHORIZE CLEANING AGREEMENT WITH FLACRA - BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 208-97 authorized Schuyler County Buildings and Grounds Department to enter into an agreement with the Mental Health Department for cleaning services in the amount of $12,553.53, and
WHEREAS, a portion of the cleaning services are being performed in the FLACRA offices, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County Buildings and Grounds is to bill FLACRA separately for cleaning services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the $12,553.53 be divided into two (2) contracts, one with Mental Health for $9,493.77 and one with FLACRA for $3,059.76, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign agreements between the Buildings and Grounds Department and Mental Health Department and FLACRA for the provision of cleaning services for the building at 106 South Perry Street, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 288 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH EASTERN COPY PRODUCTS - PURCHASING
WHEREAS, Schuyler County currently is under a three year contract with Eastern Copy Products for furnishing copiers, supplies and maintenance and,
WHEREAS, the original agreement specified inclusion of eleven (11) new copiers to be placed at inception of the contract and,
WHEREAS, the County had two (2) lease programs in effect to expire during the term of the original contract (Probation - July '97, Mental Health - January '98), and
WHEREAS, it would be more efficient to amend the original contract to allow additions/deletions to the contract on an open-ended basis, within budgetary means.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that an addendum to the original contract be authorized to include the addition of one (1) copier for the Probation Department to be included in the original County copier contract and at the expiration of the lease contract at Mental Health in January '98 one (1) additional copier be added to the copier program, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a clause be added to the contract to allow for additions and deletions to be made to the contract upon written notification by the Purchasing Agent; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 289 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE PAYMENT FROM ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACCOUNT FOR ECOTOURISM PROJECT FEES
WHEREAS, this Legislature, per Resolution No. 222-6/9/97, authorized a contract with Cornell Cooperative Extension for development of a pamphlet for ecotourism, and
WHEREAS, Cornell Cooperative Extension is unable to execute the contract, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Management and Finance Committee to proceed with this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby rescind Resolution No. 222-6/9/97, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that payment be made for properly documented invoices related to the development of the ecotourism pamphlet as outlined in the Ecotourism Brochure Proposal on file with the County Auditor from account no. 6989.400 in an amount not to exceed $2,750.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Thurston asked why Cornell Cooperative Extension was not able to produce the pamphlet. Legislator Fitzsimmons said they were uncomfortable with the idea, it would not be a productive thing for them to do. Legislator Thurston then asked how the pamphlet was going to be done. Legislator Fitzsimmons explained that a Cornell University intern is doing it and they should see a draft copy next week. Legislator Compton asked if the intern was doing everything for $2,750. Legislator Fitzsimmons said yes, and they will receive 2,000 copies.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 290 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR CIVIL DOCKET BOOK - COUNTY CLERK
WHEREAS, the County Clerk's office is in need of a new Civil Docket Book and needs to transfer money for the purchase.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $600.00 from account number 1410.249 to account number 1410.431 for the aforementioned purchase.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 291 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN "NOTICE TO VACATE" AND THE SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT TO HAND DELIVER NOTICES
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature or designee be, and hereby is, authorized to sign and the Sheriff's Department to hand deliver "Notice 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 "Notice to Vacate" be sent by registered mail to the most recent owners of record as shown in the property description.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 292 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside. RE: AUTHORIZE DISCHARGE OF MORTGAGES - COUNTY ATTORNEY
WHEREAS, the records of the Schuyler County Clerk disclose the existence of five (5) Mortgages, all apparently financed with Regional Housing Council funds in the year 1986, naming Schuyler County as Mortgagee, and
WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler has no financial interest whatsoever in such Mortgages, and
WHEREAS, the Regional Housing Council has been defunct for several years, and
WHEREAS, the Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development is the only entity now existing which could have information relevant to the Mortgages in question, and
WHEREAS, numerous inquiries to that Agency have not been productive, and
WHEREAS, as a result of this situation several Schuyler County property owners have unmarketable titles due to liens which should be discharged, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Attorney's Office has conducted an investigation of the situation and recommends that the Mortgage liens in question be discharged of record.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that said liens be, and hereby are, discharged of record, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign the instruments on file discharging said Mortgages and to file the same with the Schuyler County Clerk.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 293 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE & MARKETS FOR THE SCHUYLER COUNTY AGRICULTURAL AND FARMLAND PROTECTION PLAN
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board has recommended to the Schuyler County Legislature that it is desirable and necessary for Schuyler County to prepare an Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan, and
WHEREAS, the State of New York has a grant program in support of the preparation of agricultural and farmland protection plans which will provide 50% of the cost of preparing such plans, and which requires the commitment of local funds as a partial match to the state grant, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board seeks the support of the Schuyler County Legislature for the preparation and submission of a grant application to the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets which would necessitate the appropriation of county funds for the local share of the grant, and
WHEREAS, the actual amount of the county share of such a project will not be determined until such time as the plan of work and budget for the proposed planning project are prepared, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature supports the efforts of its Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board, in coordination with Cooperative Extension staff, is directed to prepare a grant application to include a plan of work for preparing the Schuyler County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan, a budget, and other information as required by the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature will consider a specific funding request for the local share of the grant upon presentation of the draft grant application, not to exceed $10,000, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board and planning staff are encouraged to identify and seek outside funding to be allocated to providing the local cash match for the project.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings made a statement for the record. "I hope there is a unanimous vote for this resolution, they have asked Schuyler County to do this and we have not done much for them in the past."
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 294 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN APPALACHIAN REGIONAL COMMISSION GRANT APPLICATION FOR SHARED FUEL FACILITY PROJECT
WHEREAS, the Village of Watkins Glen, Watkins Glen Central School, Schuyler Arc and the County have entered into Letters of Intent to create a shared fueling facility for the purpose of supplying the needs of all involved parties, and
WHEREAS, there are grant monies available through the Appalachian Regional Commission Program for which this project may qualify. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be hereby authorized to apply for an Appalachian Regional Commission grant to assist funding the Shared Fuel Facility project.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 295 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: RESOLUTION OF COMMITMENT TO LOCAL MATCH FOR APPALACHIAN REGIONAL COMMISSION GRANT APPLICATION
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature, per Resolution Nos. 111 and 278 of 1997, have committed to the construction of a shared fuel facility with the Village of Watkins Glen, Watkins Glen Central School and Schuyler Arc, and
WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of the parties involved to try to secure any available funding for this project in order to reduce the burden on the taxpayers.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby affirm its commitment to provide the local match required for the Appalachian Regional Commission grant application in the amount of $135,380.00.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 296 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 270-97/AUTHORIZE ADVERTISING AND HIRING TEMPORARY CLERICAL HELP IN THE HOME HEALTH AGENCY - AS AMENDED BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the "Be It Resolved" clause in Resolution No. 270-97 to be amended, as follows:
"NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Home Health Agency is authorized to advertise and hire temporary help or secure temporary clerical services through a temporary agency at a cost of approximately $8,500 from currently appropriated funds."
DISCUSSION: Legislator Franzese asked if someone was already hired on August 1, 1997 to fill this position even though this resolution has not passed. Doris Craig said that Resolution No. 270-97 already gave authorization to advertise and fill the position. This is to amend that resolution to give some flexibility if the person were to leave, the position would have to be filled immediately by a temporary agency.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 297 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside. RE: AMEND CONTRACT WITH THE FALLS HOME CARE AGENCY FOR HOME HEALTH SERVICES FROM 8/1/97 - 7/31/98
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 182, passed May 12, 1997, authorized a contract between the Schuyler County Home Health Agency and The Falls Home Care Agency for Home Health Aide and Personal Care Aide services, and
WHEREAS, The Falls Home Care Agency may also provide nursing services to the Home Health Agency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a contract with The Falls Home Care Agency to provide home health services from 8/1/97 through 7/31/98, 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. 298 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH FREED MAXICK SACHS & MURPHY, P.C. - 1996 HOME HEALTH AGENCY COST REPORTS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a contract with Freed Maxick Sachs & Murphy, P.C., to complete and prepare the 1996 Personal Care Cost Report for the Home Health Agency at a cost not to exceed $1,800; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 299 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH C.J. ROBINSON & ASSOCIATES, INC. - MENTAL HEALTH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature and Director of Community Services be, and hereby are, authorized to execute an agreement with C. J. Robinson & Associates, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $2,000 for computer network services to the Schuyler County Community Services Board effective immediately through December 1997, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 300 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: APPROVAL OF ALTERNATIVES TO INCARCERATION PLAN 1997-1998
WHEREAS, the Criminal Justice Advisory Council has submitted its Program Plan and Budget for the term July-December 31, 1997, and
WHEREAS, the said Plan and Budget have been reviewed and both appear to be in order.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the July 31-December 31, 1997 Criminal Justice Advisory Plan and Budget be, and hereby are, 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. 301 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: DECLARE VEHICLES SURPLUS AND ADVERTISE FOR BIDS - WATERSHED
WHEREAS, the Watershed Department has two vehicles that are no longer needed for public use pursuant to Section 215 of County Law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Legislature hereby declares as surplus the following vehicles
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier, VIN #1G1JC54G2L7165973
1989 Chevrolet Station Wagon, VIN #1G1JC8117KJ252075, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that sealed bids will be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 29, 1997 by the Clerk of the Legislature, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY. Bids are to be opened and considered at the Management & Finance Committee meeting at 9:00 a.m. on September 2, 1997, at which time recommendation for Legislative action will be made; acceptance or rejection of bids to be made at the September 8, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Legislature. The County of Schuyler reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 302 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - SCHUYLER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the appointment of Dave Tetz, Town of Catharine to the Schuyler County Planning Commission effective immediately for the term ending December 31, 1997.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 303 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN HOME HEALTH AGENCY RATES
WHEREAS, the Home Health Agency must increase some of its rates so that the rates per visit will exceed the cost per visit.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Home Health Agency shall increase its rates effective August 1, 1997 as follows:
Current Rate New Rate
Skilled Nursing $ 65.00/visit $ 80.00/visit
Physical Therapy $ 80.00/visit $ 90.00/visit
Occupational Therapy $ 75.00/visit $ 90.00/visit
Speech Therapy $ 85.00/visit $ 90.00/visit
Medical Social Worker $ 85.00/visit $ 90.00/visit
DISCUSSION: Legislator Franzese made a statement for the record. "It is every government official's duty and responsibility to keep health care rates affordable to the citizens they represent. It is sad when a person, who after much research, concludes that rate hikes are unnecessary and votes no is accused of playing politics. These rate increases are back on the floor again tonight. I assume since Mr. Thurston has personally requested these be put back on the floor through Mrs. Hastings, that he has studied the issue and has information to share with us tonight. I shall be interested in hearing his information. But, first I would like to share the results of my research so that you, too, will see for yourselves that voting to keep our rates where they are is in the best interest of those who need the services and if handled properly will not increase costs for our taxpayers. I met with Duane Spilde and Barbara Regan. It was at Duane's recommendation since he was now the Director of Public Health for me to talk to directly to John Kropski of Freed, Maxich, Sachs & Murphy, the person who does our Home Health Agency's cost reports. I thank Duane for that recommendation because John was most helpful and well able to answer all my questions and helped me conclude that these increases for nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and medical social worker can be absorbed and are not necessary even though legal. John and I went over 1996 figures and then looked at 1997 usage figures that I obtained from Duane. John agreed that an increase in use of services as he observed for 1997 would certainly be instrumental in lowering our per unit cost when he re-evaluates for the year 1997. These rate increases as he stressed were recommended on the only figures he had, 1996. Ladies and Gentleman, we are over half way through 1997 and our Public Health Budget is doing great, it is 2% under. John made it clear that his job is to help maximize what we can get from the state and federal government. But, that there are other factors and information that we have that should also be considered. Like 1997 usage; desire to be competitive, if we can balance money with other services doing better; cover within the budget and to recommend that 33 1/3% services must be charity, which rate increases may be credited with to give our citizens a break on rates. He stressed only if usage stays the same as 1996 and nothing is done in operation of department does it mean costs per visit will be the same as in 1996. He agreed, one can lower cost per unit service in several ways. 1.) Trim overhead costs. 2.) Keep competitive. 3.) Or both of the above. 4.) Looking at all services, where those make more dollars than anticipated can cover those where usage is down. A point he made to my surprise was that we were rare. That less than 50% of our business was medicare patients. Over 50% are paying either sliding rates or full. Remember who really pays for medicare, medicaid and even with a sliding scale, everyone gets an increase. Lets hold the line on these. Please join with me and vote no." Legislator Hastings called for the question. Legislator Thurston asked if he could please reply to Legislator Franzese. He said he has studied the facts and figures from 1996. There is a thing called the bottom line, there are expenditures and revenues. If the county pays $44.50 for a service but only charges the client $42.50, the county is losing money. He said they ca not keep doing business this way. Legislator Hastings called for the question. Legislator Fitzsimmons objected to the call for the question, he asked that Legislator Franzese inform the Legislature on what Duane's response was to this data. Legislator Franzese explained that she received the data on Friday and the cost accountant just called her this morning. Therefore, she has not had a chance to share the information with Duane. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that it was out of order for Duane to respond to these questions tonight. Legislator Hastings asked that the Legislature please vote on this resolution and end its discussion. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that there has been a significant amount of information brought to the table and Duane has not had an opportunity to reflect on the new material or offer advise. Chairman Halpin said that Legislator Fitzsimmons' request to have Duane respond was permissible. Duane said that the only thing he has heard that may be different is that many categories are not a service. He is prepared to stand by the rate recommendation in this resolution and to stand by Teri Baccile and their cost accountant. VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Franzese.
RESOLUTION NO. 304 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 4/LOCAL LAW NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 1997 ELECTING A RETIREMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law electing a retirement incentive program was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held August 11, 1997, 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 said Local Law Intro. No. 4/Local Law No. 4 of the year 1997, 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. 4 of the year 1997, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper.
LOCAL LAW INTRO NO. 4/LOCAL LAW NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 1997
A Local Law electing a retirement incentive program as authorized by Chapter 41, Laws of 1997 for the eligible employees of the County of Schuyler.
BE IT ENACTED by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows:
Section 1. The County of Schuyler hereby elects to provide all of its eligible employees with a retirement incentive program authorized by Chapter 41, Laws of 1997.
Section 2. The commencement date of the retirement incentive program shall be September 2, 1997.
Section 3. The open period during which eligible employees may retire and receive the additional retirement benefit, shall be sixty (60) days in length through October 31, 1997.
Section 4. The actuarial present value of the additional retirement benefits payable pursuant to the provisions of this Local Law shall be paid as one lump sum, or in five annual installments. The amount of the annual payment shall be determined by the Actuary of the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System, and it shall be paid by the County of Schuyler for each employee who receives the retirement benefits payable under this Local Law. Section 5. This act shall take effect August 11, 1997.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 305 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL FOR THE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE AND FARM PESTICIDE COLLECTION DAY
WHEREAS, the County has appropriated monies in its 1997 budget for a household hazardous waste and farm pesticide collection program, and
WHEREAS, the Recycling/Solid Waste Office of Cornell Cooperative Extension has issued a Request for Proposals for said program with approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee, Recycling/Solid Waste Office of Cornell Cooperative Extension, and Schuyler County Attorney, this Legislature hereby accept the proposal from Laidlaw Environmental Services, Inc. in the amount of $3,192.00, for a Household Hazardous Waste and Farm Pesticide Collection Day to be held on October 18, 1997 at the Schuyler County Highway Department property, 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 approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
DISCUSSION: County Attorney Coleman explained that Dawn Smith, Solid Waste Coordinator, has recommended to choose the second lowest bidder. The county is not bound to accept the lowest bidder. Her recommendation is Laidlaw Environmental Services, Inc. Legislator Hastings asked why she is recommending them. Dawn said that they have more experience and more references. Clean Harbor, the lowest bidder, has had prior problems with billing and litigation. They recently over-billed a customer $40,000. Dawn handed out some attachments with detailed figures. She highly recommends Laidlaw Environmental Services, Inc., they handled it last year and are familiar with it.
Legislator Fitzsimmons asked Dawn if she had a projection on the level of users. Dawn said she has not projected that yet. She will set a price limit and make sure it does not exceed the budget. Chairman Halpin stated that upon Dawn's recommendation Laidlaw Environmental Services, Inc. will be submitted into the resolution.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 306 Motion by Burnside, Second by Hastings. RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FACILITATOR SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Economic Development Advisory Board was a valuable first step toward coordinating economic development activities in Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, the parties involved now feel that we need to look at a different vehicle for carrying economic development activities forward, and
WHEREAS, a mini-summit group has been meeting to determine a future direction and after considerable research has determined that a public/private agency would best serve Schuyler County's needs to expand income and employment opportunities, and
WHEREAS, it will be necessary to contract for facilitator services to promote creation of such public/private agency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby agrees to match the private funding for said facilitator with public dollars at a cost of $8,000 from each party, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a contract with Les Malcovitch & Associates for consultant services in the amount of $8,000; contract to be handled by the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to make the following account transfers to cover the cost of the above-authorized contract:
AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO.
$2,250 6989.400 1010.435
$5,750 1990.500 1010.435, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with Five Lakes Development to set forth the private funding for this contract; Memorandum of Understanding to be drafted by the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Economic Development Steering Committee be encouraged to study having Five Lakes Development Corp. Offices located at the Rural Urban Center to coordinate planning efforts, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that an alternative option be given by the facilitator which excludes the Chamber of Commerce. DISCUSSION: Chairman Halpin stepped down as Chairman to speak as a member of this summit group. She said they have spent four months looking at this and have been over to visit STAG in Yates County. She feels this contract is necessary. She has never seen such cooperation and sense of urgency. They have run out of ideas, they now need to expand the tax base and decrease the tax levy to the tax payers. All legislators are frustrated about high taxes, and this is a way to address them. She strongly encouraged the legislators to vote yes.
Legislator Franzese said that this is excellent volunteerism, she wished everybody the best and she hopes it works. It is nice to see people willing to work together, however, she can not support it. Legislator Hastings stated that it is a difficult decision to make. They all work hard to cut the budget, but she will support it.
Legislator Fitzsimmons said the mini-summit meeting was good. He is willing to make the investment, they are due for a good consultant.
VOTE: Passed 5-3. Noes: Franzese, Compton, Young.
RESOLUTION NO. 307 Motion by Burnside, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH THE VILLAGE OF WATKINS GLEN FOR DELINQUENT TAX PARCEL
WHEREAS, there is property in the Village of Watkins Glen that is abandoned, delinquent in taxes and seriously deteriorated, and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Village of Watkins Glen and County of Schuyler to assume their respective responsibilities relative to this property and share in the cost of demolition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to take the deed for 107 Madison Avenue, Watkins Glen, Tax Map No. 65.9- 3-4, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with the Village of Watkins Glen for shared costs and responsibilities for the demolition and cleaning of the aforementioned property; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 308 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE SALE OF COUNTY OWNED PROPERTIES AS LISTED IN TAX SALE AUCTION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the sale of any property for which the County of Schuyler has taken a tax deed and listed said property in a tax sale auction, to the former owner of record or the estate of the former owner of record, upon presentation of and acceptance of a properly executed purchase offer of an amount not less than any and all liens held by the County of Schuyler prior to the taking of the tax deed, including but not limited to tax liens; together with interest and penalties thereon as well as any commissions for which the County of Schuyler has committed by reason of having placed the property in the tax sale auction, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that payment in full to the Schuyler County Treasurer of the full amount of the purchase offer must be made by 5:00 p.m. by the last regularly scheduled work day of the Schuyler County Treasurer's Office prior to the tax sale auction, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon payment in full of the purchase price, the Schuyler County Attorney shall prepare quit claim deed to the former owner of record or the estate of 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.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 309 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PROFESSIONAL FEES AND SERVICES - CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL
WHEREAS, the present balance in Personnel account no. 1430.435 is near depletion for Professional Fees and Services for 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $10,000 from Contingency account no. 1990.500 to Personnel account no. 1430.435.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 310 Motion by Franzese, Second by Burnside.
RE: MOTION TO BRING ONE (1) RESOLUTION TO THE FLOOR
BE IT RESOLVED, that one (1) resolution be brought to the floor.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 311 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE ONE-WEEK SALES AND USE TAX CLOTHING EXEMPTION BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes a one-week sales and use tax clothing and footwear exemption as follows:
SECTION 1. Receipts from sales of and consideration given or contracted to be given for purchases of clothing exempt from state sales and compensating use taxes pursuant to paragraph 30 of subdivision (a) of section 1115 of the tax law shall also be exempt from sales and compensating use taxes imposed in this jurisdiction.
SECTION 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately and shall apply to sales made and uses occurring during the period commencing September 1, 1997 and ending September 7, 1997, although made or occurring under a prior contract.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. He said the Sheriff did a great job up at the Racetrack this past weekend for the NASCAR event.
Legislator Burnside reported on the Governmental Operations Committee. The new facility for the Department of Motor Vehicles is currently being worked on, the process is slow.
Legislator Fitzsimmons reported on the Management & Finance Committee. He said that budget teams are in place and they are using the same system as last year. Their goal is to balance the budget within their group. If they need an increase and they are not able to balance a zero budget they are to make a pitch to the Legislature.
Legislator Fitzsimmons reported on the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee. The County Planner, John Czamanske, gave him a great report today concerning the 2nd Agricultural District that is under way. Dawn Smith, Solid Waste Coordinator, seems to have the Household Hazardous Waste program underway. Chairman Halpin noted that the Appalachian Regional Commission grant for the Shared Fuel Facility is almost done. John Czamanske has been a great help, it has been a combined effort. She has learned a lot about writing a grant. Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Works Committee. If you look at the front of the courthouse it has been repainted and refurbished. The Buildings and Grounds Department has done a great job. The new roof at the Rural Urban Center is almost done. The new Highway Superintendent is doing well, he has a good repor with the employees. The roof work is going well at the highway department. The Mobile Work Crew is doing a great job cleaning up, trimming and weeding. Paving of the Mud Lake Road in Tyrone has been completed. The Highway Superintendent of Hector and Greg Matthews, the County Highway Superintendent, are going to have a meeting to discuss recommendations on the County Route 8 problem. County Attorney Coleman stated that this case has been assigned to the New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) in Albany. Legislator Burnside said he feels it should be the owner's responsibility to remove the structure, pay for the removal or give up the right of way. Legislator Fitzsimmons said this question has been discussed in committee since the railroad was taken out. He feels they are tempting fate, lets let the town and the county resolve it now before someone gets hurt even if it can be done for $50,000.
MOTION by Legislator Fitzsimmons to have the Chairman of the Public Works Committee see that the removal of the structure is done as soon as possible with the cooperation of the Town of Hector. Have the County commit 50% of the cost of the removal and let the town know the county is ready to work on this, SECOND by Legislator Hastings. Legislator Hastings agreed that the situation with the bridge and stop signs is clearly a county responsibility. County Attorney Coleman stated that Albany will decide who is responsible. Their decision may be very helpful to us. Legislator Compton stated that the Town of Hector does not have any money in their budget for removal. Legislator Fitzsimmons said that this issue has been a long time coming, lets make it go away. Legislator Franzese said that she believes they should bill the owner. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Water Quality Meeting. Seneca Lake Pure Waters reported that Attorney Hoffman has sent all the property deeds to the Attorney General's Office in Albany. They have been filed on behalf of the Trail for hiking and biking. Now it is up to Jack Clancy the Director of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to move on getting funding for the Catharine Valley Trail for hiking and biking. There are two areas where they will have to travel through the villages of Montour Falls and Watkins Glen in the streets, which is nice for both villages. Attorney Hoffman has been working on this for four or five years, getting funds from individuals and other interested parties or corporations to purchase the railroad bed from the Elmira Domes to Watkins Glen. She would like to have a letter of thanks drafted by the Chairman of the Legislature on behalf of the Legislature to Attorney Hoffman who is a summer resident on Seneca Lake. She would also like one to go to Mr. Clancy thanking him with encouragement in helping to advance this project, it will be wonderful for Schuyler County.
Legislator Hastings also reported that the National Forest is holding a meeting again on Wednesday, August 13, 1997 for their land and resource management plan. It is a bring a bag lunch and beverage day. It is a time to learn and have input about your National Forest.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Human Services Committee. The Commissioner of Social Services is going to Albany on Thursday for a Department of Social Services (DSS) briefing on the budget. There will be a teleconference held at the Rural Urban Center from 9-11:30 a.m. on August 20, 1997 to explain the State Budget and DSS. Anyone who wishes to attend is welcome. Hopefully, someone from the Human Services Committee will make the effort to be there because she is unable to attend herself. They are very beneficial teleconferences. We gained a great deal from the last one. At the next Human Services Committee they will be discussing evening and/or Saturday morning time periods for office hours in DSS. The summer youth program has been a great success. There were 48 youths employed this summer. Legislator Hastings also reported on the Health Services Committee. The merger is moving along fine. The employees are excited about the change. There are exchanges already with office personnel. The Director is working very hard to move forward towards the 90 day period of analyzation. It is her sincerest hope that all legislators will allow the process to succeed in anticipation of its success for the benefit of Schuyler County residents and taxpayers. The Director is working with Civil Service on titles and job duties. The August Health Services Committee meeting will be changed to Monday, August 18, 1997 at 11:00 a.m.. Please bring your lunch if you are on the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee, they meet at 1:30 p.m. that day. Duane has a Health Directors meeting on August 15, 1997. All indications from the State Office of Mental Health are favorable for the budgets in Mental Health, the Alcohol and Drug Councils and Mental Retardation.
Legislator Franzese reminded the legislators about the invitation they received from the Arts of the Southern Finger Lakes.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Chairman Halpin stated that last month Legislator Franzese requested an explanation on the county insurance. She then handed out a report (on file). She explained that the Clerk has spent hours on doing this report. The County has had the same agent for years. In 1996 they determined to go our for Request for Proposals (RFP's). A consultant was hired and they adopted his recommendation to switch agents. All legislators received a copy of the recommendation back in January. She feels that the county made an excellent decision to go out for RFP's. The actual savings based on the 1996 expenses was $36,707 to taxpayers. They also received increased coverage in all areas. Legislator Franzese thanked the Chairman for the report and asked that the savings be reflected in the minutes for the record.
NEW BUSINESS: Chairman Halpin set a date for a Legislative Committee Meeting to discuss the Sheriff's negotiations to be held on August 15, 1997 at 8:00 a.m. She also reminded legislators of the Housing Forum meeting that will be on August 19, 1997 to discuss housing issues. She encouraged attendance. The I-86 rally will be on August 20, 1997, she encouraged legislators to attend that also.
Legislator Hastings handed a resume to the Chairman for the Soil & Water Committee for 1998.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer congratulated the Legislature on the Catharine Valley Trail project. The meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING AUGUST 29, 1997
The August 29, 1997 Public Hearing on the proposed formation of the Lakes District was called to order by Acting Chairman Franzese at 7:05 p.m. The Hearing was held at the Bradford Central School. Roll Call: Legislators Franzese, Hastings and Young were present, Chairman Halpin along with Legislators Fitzsimmons, Burnside, Compton and Thurston were absent. County Attorney Coleman was also present. There were approximately 220 people in attendance.
Acting Chairman Franzese called the Public Hearing to order at 7:05 p.m. She explained that everyone will have a chance to speak. She then read aloud the plan and time line. The final report was accepted at the July 14, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Legislature. An informal poll was conducted by both the Schuyler and Steuben County Legislatures in association with the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association in lieu of a mandatory referendum. Out of 616 ballots to Schuyler County lake property owners mailed, they received 377 back. Out of that 377, 411 votes were in favor of the district. She then asked County Attorney Coleman to review the time line.
County Attorney Coleman explained that they are now at the Public Hearing Stage, step four in the time line. Acting Chairman Franzese stated that if the public hearing is favorable, the Legislature may establish the district by resolution subject to permissive referendum. As long as each step proceeds favorably, the Legislature next must petition the state comptroller for permission to establish the district. The final step is the Legislature ordering the establishment of the district. Attorney Coleman explained that the state comptroller's office will value the decision and compute the cost for each property owner. Acting Chairman Franzese said the Legislature needs input from the Town of Tyrone Board members and its planning committee. The current agency membership could be appointed or new membership assigned. Attorney Coleman explained that the Legislature has the freedom to appoint a board officer to administer the agency.
Acting Chairman Franzese explained that this meeting will be taped and minutes will be taken. She asked that the public please come up to the microphone to speak and give their name.
Mike Samentello said he has lived on Lamoka Lake for fifteen years. The weeds are a problem, however he is against a new district. He feels the government is responsible for maintaining it, either State or Local. They pay enough taxes already, for trailers, boats and gas and the lake owners have the highest property taxes. The new tax is unfair, taxing a select few. Is it legal? The overwhelming straw ballot vote was confusing to him. Kevin Morris clarified that 978 total ballots were mailed out from Steuben and Schuyler County Legislatures. Schuyler County told the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association in 1996 that they had money to cut the weeds. This offer was turned down by the Association. In 1997 there was $21,000 available, which was spent on studies consisting of software, moths and water testing. There was money available in 1996 and 1997. The county bought weedharvesters and let them go at an auction which was a waste of money. The harvesting could have been done right. SONAR will only replace one weed with another. It is just another chemical in the lake. What is the long term cost? To start a tax district is to go after tax money. This is an insult to people and it does not make sense. He is against the district. Terry Kitner said he has lived on Lamoka Lake for five years. The lake is deteriorating. He enjoys riding the lake, but he can not do it anymore. The value of properties are depreciating. The weeds keep getting worse. He asked if Legislator Hastings supports getting rid of the weeds? Legislator Hastings said she is concerned about chemicals in the lakes and how they may be associated to leukemia in children. Terry stated that SONAR has been approved by the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). She also feels the Legislature has no right to make the decision. Terry said that he has been there for only five years but, they need to get rid of the weeds. He is in full support of the district.
George Trybulick said he is in favor of getting rid of the weeds, however, he is not in favor of a tax district. He said the lakes are controlled by New York State and anyone has access. The property owners have no direct control. State, County and School taxes are being paid and the lake owners have the highest land value. They should not be expected to pay more. There are State and Federal taxes, State and Local Sales Tax, fishing license fees, boat and license fees that they are paying taxes on top of taxes. He asked if the Lakes Association has tried to get money from grants? There are educational places such as Cornell that will do research. He feels they should apply for grant funds. He asked what contact the Lakes Association had with local and state representatives. He recalls Senator Kuhl stating that the wrong approach was being done. There are grants out there for projects like this one. He asked who would be liable if anything were to happen from the chemical. Attorney Coleman explained that the program will be backed by environmental insurance. If the process goes forward, it will be insured. George said yes, probably by the taxpayers. He is not in favor of the district.
Mike Samentello asked if it is legal to tax a certain amount of people. Attorney Coleman explained that this is the whole reason for the district and that is why there is a long process.
Bob Chadeayne said he lives in Tyrone and does not own property on either lake. He said that these lakes are an asset to the towns and the counties, we need to preserve them. He believes it is the property owners responsibility to do something. He is not opposed to SONAR, it should not be delayed any longer. It should be done in the spring of 1998. His concern is the process. At this point, the Towns and Counties are attempting to put off the responsibility to the property owners. The public should participate. In reference to the plan accepted at the Regular Meeting of the Legislature on July 14, 1997, the Schuyler County Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation Agency report prepared by Fagan Engineers is what caused this hearing. Upon review, there are no records on the agencies recommendation, no set of guidelines submitted at the July meeting. County Law Section 254 states that the agency shall transmit the action formed together with a report. He questions the legal basis for this hearing. There are no details on terms of office, no powers of authority to the agency. The proposed district boundaries make up about 95% of Lamoka Lake and about 80% of Waneta Lake properties that are in the Town of Tyrone. As stated in the District Formation Report, 95% of inhabitable shoreline is occupied with seasonal cottages or permanent homes. The majority of properties surrounding these two lakes are seasonal and are owned by non-residents of the Town. Given the source of the petition to form this district, it is conceivable that the governing body could be composed of non-resident property owners. He asked if there will be adequate representation by the towns. He also asked what type of residency requirement there will be. How will the appointments be made by the Legislature. There have been no rules or regulations filed. It has been assumed that the County Legislatures of Steuben and Schuyler Counties will be responsible for this district. He believes the town and county should address the program. It needs to be reviewed as to how the district is going to function, who will control it, who is power of authority, etc. He asked the County Attorney to address his question. Attorney Coleman said Bob is correct, there is a statute. The agency rules and functions are resolved by the County Legislature. There is no limit on the number of Public Hearings and reports revised and resubmitted.
Dennis Fagan said he is one of the frustrated property owners. He was also in charge of putting together the report. It is frustrating to hear comments on misinformation. He will try to clarify. He agreed that there is very little in the report on the management of the proposed district. The attorneys advising them have conferred that this should not be a part of the report since those issues are the responsibility of Schuyler and Steuben Counties. They have followed proper legal requirements. The checks and balances remain in the Legislature's hands. Why weren't the issues from the town planning boards brought forward before instead of at the last minute? The problem will become worse. They are forming a district to take the situation into their our own hands. It was decided to use money to conduct a study to get a background to evaluate the impact of SONAR. They will continue to do studies. They do not have all the answers. In regards to SONAR replacing one weed with another, the study is remarkable, it kills off milfoil and replaces it with natural grass. Let's not point fingers at the government, it will never get the job done. They are attempting, at this minute, to go after state grant money. They can not go after grant money as a Lakes Association, it must be done by a District like the one they are trying to form. Obviously, it is controlled by the government in the end. He is in support of the district.
Roger Herman said the shoreline is unusable. He can not imagine people wanting to live on this lake. The weeds are worse than ever before. State participation has been encouraged. It will not happen, they need an agency. It will benefit our properties. He is in favor of the district.
Bob Pollas said he has only been here two weeks, so he is new to the problem. The value one gets for their money compared to Keuka Lake is overwhelming. You can not get the money from the properties on Lamoka or Waneta Lakes. He trusted the testimony of others and bought the property. He knows the value and is watching it go down. Something needs to be done, he supports the district. Leroy Wilson said he has been a lake resident since 1958. In 1971 or so, there was a fellow named Denny who studied Lamoka Lake and told them to put a buffer zone in to help the lake and no one listened. In 1973 Tim Graham, Dick Dickson and himself paid for a weedkiller to come in and cut the weeds. It was a big mistake, they had to mow more and more. Right from the start he was opposed to cutting the weeds. He feels they cannot sit by and do nothing. They need to pay what they have to to get help. He is in favor of the district.
Dennis Harvey said he moved here from New Jersey and loves the lake. He would prefer to pay a one time fee, not more taxes. He came to the public hearing in favor of a district and now he is not so sure. He is not in favor of paying an unknown tax for an unknown amount of time.
David Oaks applauded the Lakes Association. He would rather have natural grass then milfoil. The Association's Newsletters have explained it all. He is in favor of a district.
Connie Burlingame requested the Legislature to proceed with forming the district. She would prefer to pay a tax and know that it is going to improve her property and the lake. People are using at least 1/3 less of the lake than ever before. She also said it would be wonderful to have as many people as are here tonight attend the Lakes Association meetings.
Nick Cavallaro said that real estate values have gone down, he does not want high taxes. As far as the weeds, they have always been there. He said that there can be money found to take care of our lakes. He is against the district.
Jane Edsall said she has been on the lake all of her life. She has seen the quality of the lake go down considerably. She feels they cannot depend on the government to always help. It is their lake, they need to take care of it. She is more than willing to spend money to improve the quality of the lakes. She commended the members of the Lakes Association for their hard work and devotion. She is in support of the district.
Carol Evans said that she does not see a problem with the chemical SONAR because it will be controlled. Right now, different chemicals are being put in the lakes by property owners. People that buy property should expect to pay more to live there. People are losing value on their property. She is in support of the district.
Dick Fagan said he has been a visitor for sixteen years. This year the weeds are greater than ever. Where he has pulled weeds, grass has come in and no milfoil. They need an arm of government to manage the quality of water in the lake. He would prefer to pay a fee. He feels there needs to be some control.
Kevin Regan said he has lived on the lake for six years. He is concerned about the next 60 years. His two issues are economic and ecological. One makes an investment in their property by maintaining it. Let's have the controlled SONAR approved by DEC. He is in favor of the district. Dorothy Cornell said she has no solution to the problem, just some comments. She has been on the lake since 1923. In the 1950's the farmers owned most of the land and the rest was mud. The weeds have always been there. She will have to sell their cottage if the taxes are increased. If a tax district is the only way then so be it. The taxes are a deterrent to people buying cottages as much as the weeds.
John Morgans said that the water level has been lowered. He also said that it seems like there are lawyers telling the association to keep things out of the report so people will vote favorably. His taxes have gone up and he has been forced to retire. He believes the milfoil will not grow in 10 feet or more of water. The residents should pull the weeds themselves. The taxes will go up anyway with the property value.
Julie Moss said she is in favor of the district. As lake property owners they should expect to pay high taxes. She wants to see the money benefit the lake. We pay now for roads that do not get repaired. This is our opportunity to do something. As far as equal representation which has not happened, that is why we are here, to take control. Ed Barber said that no one is fishing because of the weeds. He had to tear down his cottage, no one would rent it because of the weeds. His dock is 30 feet long and he was only able to put it out 10 feet this year. They have to get ride of the weeds. He does not make a lot of money, and last year he had to pay income tax. He cannot afford it, but he is willing to pay to improve the quality of the lake. He is in support of the district.
Don Kosty, the local tax assessor, said the lake property owners already pay a premium to live on the lake. Some senior citizens will lose their property with this additional tax. He is in favor of cleaning up the lake, however he does not want to see people lose their property because of more taxes. He believes the State and County should come through. He is against the district.
Stuart Claypoole said that the Lakes Association has done a wonderful job. He has no problem paying a tax for something that will benefit the lake.
Gayle Finkelstein said she enjoys the lake. It is a mess, let's clean it up. Someone needs to take ownership of the problem. She will pay taxes to do so. She does not vote here in this county, but it should be up to the property owners. People can get access to any chemical and use it. Let's make sure there are no more unknown chemicals put in the lakes. She is in favor of the district.
Acting Chairman Franzese asked for a show of hands in support of the tax district. The majority of hands were in support (approximately l8 hands were counted in opposition).
Molly Lane said she is a permanent lake resident and agrees that they need to do it themselves, the government will not help. She has visited a lake that has applied SONAR and they also have a lakes district. They are making it work.
Ron Edsall, a member of the Lakes Association, explained that the association has had to compromise on the plan to get where they are tonight. If this proposal does not move forward, the association will not be in a position to receive any Bond Act money. Ron charged the County to sponsor the association for the bond act grant application. Ron explained that he has spent eight to nine years representing the lake owners. The meetings are open and anyone is welcome, and always have been. Ron asked for continued support and that everyone work together to get this done.
Mike McNaughton, a cottage owner on the south end of Lamoka Lake, said he feels Sonar works, and they need to get it. He commended the Lakes Association for the job they have done and the Legislature for their honesty.
Kevin Morris, President of the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association, issued documentation which gave the accurate straw ballot results. Kevin continued by saying that the weeds are out of control and it is in their hands to fix the problem. He feels they need to move forward and take charge. The formation of a district is a lot of work and a struggle. The lakes association has moved this process forward. He agreed that they do pay too much in taxes, but a solution is not going to happen without moving forward with the district. Sonar is working and cleaning up the lakes, and it is guaranteed to clean up the lakes. They guarantee that for over 3 years 90-95% of milfoil will be gone. Kevin said they also need to move forward on the bond act grant application, they can only do this with the county's help. To do nothing is not the solution, it will only get worse.
Charles Straus, a resident on the lake, said he loves the lake. He has learned that pulling and raking only makes the problem worse. How safe is Sonar? There needs to be insurance, that's all.
Marie Cass said she feels a person needs to take control of the environment around themselves. By creating the district, they will be empowering themselves to have control.
Jean Hubsch, a resident on Lamoka Lake, said as a member of the lakes association she is willing to talk to anyone, and the meetings are open and all are welcome. She thanked everyone who has helped with the process.
Raymond Oldroyd spoke in support of the adoption and formation of the lakes district. He feels it would be a loss of investment in their properties to do nothing. He urged the Schuyler County Legislature to support the lakes association district.
Rich Hurley, a science teacher at Bradford Central School, said they have been studying the lakes. The classes have found two truck loads of garbage, TVs, etc. A lot of cleanup was done by the children at the school. He is an environmentalist, and the use of chemicals is a personal issue to him. This is an international problem, just as the zebra mussel. He cautioned that they should look before they leap.
In response to questions, Acting Chairman Franzese explained that at the next meeting of Community Development and Natural Resources Committee of the Legislature, they will address the issue of sponsoring the association for bond act funds. She is also lobbying senators and assemblymen for help with this. The weedharvesters were supplied by state dollars, and they need to get state dollars again. She also noted that the Department of Environmental Conservation controls what goes into the lakes, not Schuyler County.
Dennis Fagan explained that in 1996 when the Bond Act was voted in, it included grants for aquatic restoration for which they would be eligible. The application process was just finalized and applications are due October 20, 1997. A municipality needs to apply.
Acting Chairman Franzese thanked all for coming and the Public Hearing adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 8, 1997
The September 8, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Halpin at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Franzese and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer questioned Resolution No. 314 on the appraisal of the buildings. Chairman Halpin explained that an appraisal helps the county's insurance agent set a value for the buildings. Casey asked if this was done annually. Chairman Halpin stated that it has not been, however they are recommending it be done annually in the future. The Treasurer explained that it would not be necessary every year unless there were major changes done.
Robert Simpson stated that he has been asked by the VFW to come find out why WWII and Vietnam Veterans could not receive a tax exemption. Chairman Halpin said that the Director of Real Property has given her something in writing explaining the exemptions which she read. The county opted out of the program back in 1985 through a Local Law. Mr. Simpson asked if there was a chance to re-consider it. Chairman Halpin explained that the county can opt in, but it can not opt out again. She is going to refer this issue to the Human Services Committee for discussion. She asked Mr. Simpson to provide the Clerk with his name and number so that he could be updated on the outcome.
RESOLUTION NO. 312 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 11, 1997 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the August 11, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 313 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PERMANENT IMPROVEMENTS - HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent has recommended that the County Route 5 reconstruction project be delayed due to construction on the main route in Burdett, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent further recommends transferring this money to begin the County Route 2 reconstruction and budget the County Route 5 project in 1998 if needed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $58,000 from Permanent Improvements, Reconstruction County Route 5, account no. 5112.344 to Reconstruction County Route 2, account no. 5112.354.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 314 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL AND AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR COUNTY APPRAISAL
WHEREAS, the Building Maintenance Supervisor sought Requests for Proposals for a building appraisal, and
WHEREAS, only one proposal was received, and it is the recommendation of the Public Works Committee that the same be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with Industrial Appraisal Co. for an appraisal of county-owned buildings at a cost of $1,980.00, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $1,980.00 from Unallocated Insurance account no. 1910.424 to Buildings and Grounds account no. 1620.490.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 315 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston. RE: AMEND SCHUYLER COUNTY EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Emergency Action Plan adopted by Resolution No. 461-94 needs to be amended under the section titled "Warning System"on page 8.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Emergency Action Plan be amended under the section "Warning System". Paragraph three now reads "No employees will re-enter the building until the building has been deemed safe by fire officials". The paragraph will be replaced with "All fire alarms in the County office complex will be treated as an actual alarm. The alarm will continue to sound until the Fire Chief or his designee gives direction to shut off the alarm. After consultation with the Fire Chief or designee, the Deputy at the front desk will notify employees that they may re-enter the building". This amendment is effective immediately.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 316 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - DWI PROGRAM
WHEREAS, certain funding from contractual expenses with the Village of Watkins Glen Police Department were placed in account no. 3315.113 in error instead of account no. 3315-540.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes the Treasurer to transfer the contractual amount of $5,304 from account no. 3315.113 to account no. 3315.540.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 317 Motion by Fitzsimmons Second by Thurston.
RE: APPOINTMENT(S) - SCHUYLER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby approve the appointment of Mike Brown, Town of Cayuta, and Judith Phillips Village of Watkins Glen, to the Schuyler County Planning Commission effective immediately and terminating December 31, 1997.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 318 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND SCHUYLER COUNTY/SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (SCIDA) FISHING PIER PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County/SCIDA Fishing Pier Purchase and Sale Agreement be amended by having item 4. Read as follows:
"ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE REVENUES: The Grantor shall, at closing, assign to the Grantee the income from two (2) existing Sub-leases, less an administrative expense surcharge or hold back in the amount of five percent (5%) of such lease revenues*. The Grantee shall receive its assigned revenues thirty (30) days after receipt thereof by SCIDA. The leases affected by this provision are those currently in force with Wine and Glass Tours, Incorporated and Schamel Brothers, a general partnership comprised of Guy A. Schamel and Michael J. Schamel, copies of which are on file in the Legislative Office. The form of assignment shall be mutually agreed upon by counsel for the parties and shall, inter alia, assign income only, retain SCIDA as the lessor party in interest, and clarify that the County of Schuyler incurs no obligations thereunder except as specified in this Agreement. Said Assignment shall further provide for compliance by the Grantor with all laws, rules and regulations and directive of the State of New York or the United States insofar as the same may affect the Grantor's lease obligations. Subject to any subleases entered into by the current lessees with the prior approval of SCIDA."
* Amounts received in 1995 were: Wine and Glass Tours, Incorporated - $4,000.00; Schamel Brothers - $1,960.38, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County/SCIDA Fishing Pier Purchase and Sale Agreement be amended by having item 6. Read as follows:
o INSURANCE: "The County shall cause the premises to be added to its General Liability Insurance Policy, effective at closing.", and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the amended agreement, subject to approval by the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 319 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT INSURANCE RECOMMENDATIONS AND AMEND POLICIES ACCORDINGLY
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the insurance broker that some changes be made for the administration of county insurance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby adopt the following: The Clerk of the Legislature and the Purchasing Agent will be responsible to report changes to the insurance policies. Departments are to coordinate changes through either office. Set values for inclusion onto the Inland Marine schedule. The Inland Marine schedule is for computer equipment, mobile equipment (anything that is moved around) and leased equipment. A $500 limit is hereby set on contractors equipment and $200 limit on miscellaneous equipment. Anything less than these limits do not need to be included on the Inland Marine schedule. The Clerk to the Legislature and the Purchasing Agent are to police parameters as agreed upon and are authorized to make administrative decisions within those parameters and with the guidance of the insurance broker.
•Departments will update their schedule of equipment on the Inland Marine policy, and thereafter the Purchasing Agent will provide quarterly updates of the schedules to the insurance broker, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Fixed Assets Policy be hereby amended accordingly to reflect the values set forth above, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, an appraisal of all county owned buildings shall be maintained and updated annually, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this shall become a part of the Schuyler County Policies and Procedures Manual, effective immediately.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 320 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIM
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 185-97 authorized settlement of a claim, Scott Phillips vs. Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, the claim has been settled, and the policy deductible of $5,000 needs to be paid.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $5,000 from Unallocated Insurance account no. 1910.424 to Judgments and Claims account no. 1930.400.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 321 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside. RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 187-97 REGARDING FUNDING FOR THE LOCAL WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION PROGRAM
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 187-97 authorized a capital project for the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program and set forth the funding to be provided by various sources, and
WHEREAS, the funding to be contributed by Five Lakes Development Corporation needs to be increased due to funding they have received through state sources.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 187-97 be amended to reflect the funding to be contributed by Five Lakes Development Corporation to be in the amount of $54,000, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the projected budget be increased to $165,240.
DISCUSSION: Chairman Halpin explained that the figure of $57,000 in this resolution was an error and should read $54,000.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 322 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR HIGH SPEED LASER PRINTER - REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE AGENCY
WHEREAS, it has long been the vision of the Schuyler County Legislature to process County and Town tax bills in house, and
WHEREAS, processing the bills in house will eliminate the need for contracting this service out to a private vendor, consequently resulting in a substantial cost savings, and
WHEREAS, money is available in the 1997 Real Property Tax budget as a result of not renewing a contract for professional services with Systems East, Inc. for the purchase of the necessary equipment to implement in house printing of tax bills.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes the purchase of a high speed laser printer for the Real Property Tax Service Agency, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer $4,200.00 from account no. 1355.435 to account no. 1355.207.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 323 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside. RE: AMEND AGREEMENT WITH TRANSAMERICA REAL ESTATE TAX SERVICE - REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE
WHEREAS, the original agreement with TransAmerica Real Estate was for $1,000 for a standard extract within the statewide RPS System, and
WHEREAS, TransAmerica was under the impression they were going to receive more extracts than the county can provide for the price of $1,000, and
WHEREAS, TransAmerica has agreed to pay $750 for a standard extract within the statewide RPS system known as the RPS Tax Bill Extract, or RPS155D1 for the years 1997, 1998 and 1999.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign the amended agreement with TransAmerica Real Estate as set forth above, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 324 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN OF THE LEGISLATURE TO SIGN LOCAL GOVERNMENT RECORDS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT FUND GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF INVENTORYING THE CIVIL CASE FILES OF THE SUPREME AND COUNTY COURTS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign the Local Government Records Management Improvement grant application and all other forms and reports relating to the Civil Case File Inventory Project for the Supreme and County Courts that is scheduled to begin, if funds are awarded and accepted, November 1997 and conclude June 30, 1998; subject as necessary, to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 325 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: DECLARE WEEK OF OCTOBER 12, 1997 AS NATIONAL ARCHIVES WEEK - COUNTY CLERK
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 12-18, 1997 as Archives Week in Schuyler County.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 326 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE COOPERATIVE GRANT PROJECT - VILLAGES OF ODESSA & MONTOUR, TOWN OF MONTOUR AND CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION - SCHUYLER COUNTY CLERK - RECORDS MANAGEMENT SERVICES
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute an agreement between the Villages of Odessa and Montour, the Town of Montour, the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County and the Schuyler County Clerk, as Records Management Officer, from September 1, 1997 - June 30, 1998, for records management services in an amount not to exceed $14,364.00; subject to approval by the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 327 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR THE SALE OF 1993, 1994 & 1995 TAX MAP SETS
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 133-97 authorized advertisement for bids for the sale of surplus tax map sets, and WHEREAS, bids were received and opened at the August 25, 1997 Governmental Operations Committee meeting, and
WHEREAS, the County Real Property Tax Services Director, Thomas Bloodgood, has reviewed the bids and recommends accepting bids from:
1. Associate Appraisal Services for the 1995 set of tax maps,
2. Ambrose & Shoemaker Real Estate for the 1994 set of tax maps,
3. T.G. Miller PC Engineers & Surveyors for the 1993 set of tax maps.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accept the bids from:
1. Associate Appraisal Services in the amount of $253.99 for the 1995 set of tax maps,
2. Ambrose & Shoemaker Real Estate in the amount of $175.00 for the 1994 set of tax maps,
3. T.G. Miller PC Engineers & Surveyors in the amount of $181.00 for the 1993 set of tax maps, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the bid from Cabins to Castles on Seneca be rejected, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Real Property Tax Services Director is hereby authorized to sell the respective tax map sets to the successful bidders.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 328 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION AND FILLING OF ASSISTANT COOK POSITION - OFFICE FOR THE AGING
WHEREAS, one of the two Cook Managers is retiring from the Office for the Aging October 1st, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Director of the Office for the Aging to change the duties of this position from Cook Manager to Assistant Cook.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby create the position of Assistant Cook, Grade Level III, at an hourly rate of $8.43 per hour, subject to approval from Civil Service, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Director of the Office for the Aging be authorized to fill said position, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that one (1) Cook Manager position in the Office for the Aging be hereby abolished.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 329 Motion by Young, Second by Franzese.
RE: APPOINTMENT TO THE OFFICE FOR THE AGING (OFA) ADVISORY COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, the OFA Advisory Committee has previously had representation from Arc, and
WHEREAS, the person formerly in that position has left ARC.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the appointment of Bonnie Herzig to the OFA Advisory Committee effective immediately and terminating December 31, 1999.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 330 Motion by Young, Second by Franzese.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION FOR ESTABLISHING 1997 BUDGET ACCOUNTS - OFFICE FOR THE AGING (OFA)
WHEREAS, the Federal funding for OFA is contingent on the passing of the year's budget, and
WHEREAS, carry-over in Federal funding is also determined after the county budgets are passed, and
WHEREAS, we have submitted these budget modifications to the NYS Office for the Aging for approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to make the following changes to the 1997 OFA Budget Accounts:
Increase in Federal Revenue account 6772-4772 $ 9,315.00
This is to be divided among the following accounts:
$ 400 to Travel (6772.440) 5,527 to Food (6772.454)
2,188 to Contractual Expenses (6772.401)
1,200 to Personnel Fringe (6772.100)
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 331 Motion by Young, Second by Franzese.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT FOR PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAMS - SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, Schuyler County Department of Social Services is required to provide parent education services as mandated core service, for clients eligible under preventive services guidelines.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a renewal agreement between Schuyler County Department of Social Services and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County for parent education programs from 5/1/97 - 4/30/98, including Parenting Skills Workshop at a cost of $3,330 from budgeted DSS funds (1-8 session workshop) and Empowering Parents of Pre-teens and Teens Workshops from PINS Savings Funds at a cost of $5,216 (2 workshop series at $2,608 each), subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 332 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM FOR WRAP - SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, Schuyler County was notified by NYS Department of Social Services of 1997-98 WRAP funding, and
WHEREAS, Chemung/Schuyler Economic Opportunity Program (EOP) is interested in continuing to contract with Schuyler County for WRAP services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a renewal agreement with Chemung/Schuyler EOP for the term 10/1/97-9/30/98 in the amount of $30,911 for WRAP services, contingent upon receipt of the county's allocation from NYS (at no local cost), and subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 333 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: DISBAND FAMILY AND CHILDREN SERVICES TASK FORCE
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 38-97 created the Task Force for Family and Children Services, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Human Services Committee that this Task Force be disbanded until January, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby disband the Task Force for Family and Children Services and look at reorganizing the Task Force in January of 1998.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
WITHDRAWN
RE: APPROVAL AND RATIFICATION OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT COVERING EMPLOYEES IN THE SCHUYLER COUNTY DEPUTY SHERIFFS ASSOCIATION - WITHDRAWN
WHEREAS, representatives of the County have engaged in Collective Bargaining with the Schuyler County Deputy Sheriffs Association for employees in the Deputy Sheriff's Association, and
WHEREAS, a tentative agreement upon terms and conditions for a new contract for calendar years 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 and 2002 was reached with respect to employees in the Schuyler County Deputy Sheriffs Association.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby ratify and approve the terms and contents of said collective bargaining agreement between the County of Schuyler and the Schuyler County Deputy Sheriffs Association, subject to written agreement from the Association, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be hereby authorized to execute the aforementioned agreement.
RESOLUTION NO. 334 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT CSEA GRIEVANCE
WHEREAS, a grievance was initiated January 16, 1997 challenging the manner in which the County computed overtime for the purposes of compensation for the sixth and seventh day of the work week and seeking back pay for such compensation, and WHEREAS, this grievance has advanced to the arbitration process, and both parties are willing to resolve the grievance through a settlement agreement and have agreed to the terms of the settlement agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign the Settlement Agreement with the Administrative Unit CSEA as referenced above, which has been drafted by the County's labor counsel.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 335 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR WATERSHED VEHICLES
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 301-97 authorized advertisement for bids for the sale of surplus vehicles, and
WHEREAS, only one bid was received for each vehicle and the same were opened at the September 2, 1997 Management & Finance Committee meeting.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accept the bids from Marvin R. Secord, 5234 Logan Road, Burdett, NY 14818 for Vehicle #1 in the amount of $307.50 and Vehicle #2 in the amount of $59.85, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Watershed Inspector is hereby authorized to sell the respective vehicles to the successful bidders.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 336 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE EXPENDITURE FOR REPAIRS TO COMPUTER NETWORK DUE TO ELECTRICAL BROWNOUT - MENTAL HEALTH - AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, a brown out caused electrical damage to the computer network at Mill Creek Center Mental Health Clinic, and
WHEREAS, the insurance company has issued an insurance check to the county for replacement of said equipment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the expenditure of $4,823.07 from account no. 4310.208 and increase the expenditure of $1,100 to $1,360 from account no. 4310.426 for related technical services and that the insurance check be credited to the appropriate accounts to offset these expenditures.
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 337 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AGREEMENT TO BE LOCAL SPONSOR FOR SNOWMOBILE TRAILS GRANT APPLICATION FOR TRAIL TAMERS OF SCHUYLER COUNTY
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
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.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 338 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, monies are being received by the Schuyler County Sheriff's Department for Drug Enforcement and Education and have been approved per Resolution No. 198-97, and
WHEREAS, the grant match money is in account no. 3310.118.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $2,967 from account no. 3110.118 to grant account no. 3110-3013 and divide it as follows:
AMOUNT TO ACCOUNT NO.
$1,250 3110.230
$ 625 3110.201 $1,092 3110.207
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
WITHDRAWN
RE: ESTABLISHMENT OF LAMOKA/WANETA LAKE PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION DISTRICT (SCHUYLER COUNTY)
WITHDRAWN AS RECOMMENDED IN WRITING BY THE SCHUYLER COUNTY ATTORNEY.
RESOLUTION NO. 339 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AGREEMENT TO BE LOCAL SPONSOR FOR CLEAN WATER/CLEAR AIR BOND ACT GRANT APPLICATION FOR PROPOSED LAMOKA/WANETA LAKE PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION DISTRICT (SCHUYLER COUNTY)
WHEREAS, the proposed Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District needs to have a municipality act as their local sponsor for a Clean Water/Clear Air Bond Act grant application, and
WHEREAS, the Planning Department would be the administrator of the grant.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby agrees to be the authorized local sponsor for the proposed Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County) in the pursuit of Clean Water/Clear Air Bond Act grant funds, subject to establishment of the district and all subsequent steps required by law to administer such district, 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. 340 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPOINTMENT - SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
BE IT RESOLVED, that Barbara J. Halpin be appointed to the Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency effective immediately and terminating December 31, 1997 to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Robert Kelchner, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the original Certificate of Appointment be forwarded to the Department of State (Division of Miscellaneous Records) for filing. DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked if this resolution was legal. Attorney Coleman stated that it is. Chairman Halpin explained that SCIDA has amended their by-laws, they just have not updated them to reflect the amendment yet. SCIDA has no intention of having more than one legislator on its board. Legislator Hastings stated that she agrees with the appointment because they need someone to fill in for this short period of time. She is against having two legislators on the board. She also suggested that SCIDA seriously consider a farmer as a member next year.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 341 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: SET STIPEND FOR COMPUTER RELATED SERVICES - AS AMENDED
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize an annual stipend of $10,000 to be paid to Thomas Bloodgood for extra duties as micro computer technician for the County of Schuyler, effective September 15, 1997. VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 342 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: TRANSFER UNEXPENDED DEPARTMENT APPROPRIATIONS FOR INSURANCE PREMIUMS TO UNALLOCATED INSURANCE ACCOUNT - AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, the change in insurance carriers has resulted in an overall reduction in premiums and shifts in the distribution. Former separate policies for gas tanks, radio tower and wide load permit are now combined with the Package/Umbrella Policy, and
WHEREAS, all bills for insurance have been paid and distributed leaving excess appropriations in departmental budgets that should be transferred to account 1910, Unallocated Insurance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer appropriations as follows:
FROM ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT TO ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT
3110.418 $ 3,119.00 1910.424 $ 3,119.00
3150.418 12,133.00 1910.424 12,133.00
3689.418 5,500.00 1910.424 5,500.00
4010.418 162.00 1910.424 162.00
4010.467 490.00 1910.421 490.00 4310.418 1,537.00 1910.424 1,537.00
9522.900 11,000.00 1910.424 11,000.00
9524.900 24,624.00 1910.424 24,624.00, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following reductions be made to the County Road and Machinery Fund appropriations and revenues as a result of the above transfers:
COUNTY ROAD ORIGINAL MODIFIED DIFFERENCE
D5110.514 $ 15,902.00 $ 5,152.00 $10,750.00
D5110.515 250.00 0.00 250.00
D5031 1,247,652.00 1,236,652.00 11,000.00
MACHINERY
DM5130.527 $ 6,920.00 $ 0.00 $ 6,920.00
DM5130.528 35,000.00 19,577.00 15,423.00
DM5031 247,343.00 225,000.00 22,343.00
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 343 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: RESCIND RESOLUTION NO. 264-97 AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH SOUTHERN TIER CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 264-97 authorized a contract with Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board for computer services for the term 9/1/97- 12/31/97l, and
WHEREAS, the Management and Finance Committee has determined and authorized that it will be more suitable to renew the contract for a full year at the same cost.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 264-97 be hereby rescinded.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 344 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: DECLARE THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 5-11, 1997 "CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION AND NATIONAL 4-H WEEK"
WHEREAS, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County enables people to improve their lives and communities through partnerships that put experience and research knowledge to work, and
WHEREAS, the Cornell Cooperative Extension system is a viable partnership between federal, state, and county governments; educational outreach of Land Grant University knowledge and research, and youth, volunteers and staff, and
WHEREAS, 4-H has served one of every six Americans since its creation as part of the Land Grant University system in 1914 and today continues to provide meaningful youth development experiences for approximately 200 youth of Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County is "Enhancing and Protecting the Environment" through educational programs focused on the conservation and sustainable development of water, air and land resources, and enabling residents, businesses and agencies to make informed decisions in utilizing and managing New York State's environmental resources, and
WHEREAS, the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Schuyler County is active in such programs as agriculture, home economics and family issues, 4-H, Retired Senior Volunteers, and Planning and Community Development.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby proclaims October 5-11, 1997 "Cornell Cooperative Extension and National 4-H Week" in Schuyler County.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 345 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: DECLARE "CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" WEEK - SEPTEMBER 15-21, 1997
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce brings together the most concerned organizations, businesses and individuals in this County, and
WHEREAS, the Chamber provides leadership to essential County-wide projects, programs and events, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County works in unison with the Chamber to provide a much needed link between the public and private sectors, and
WHEREAS, the Chamber of Commerce represents this locality and region in its interests before state and federal government bodies, and WHEREAS, the image and reputation of the entire region are enhanced by the promotional efforts of the Chamber of Commerce, and
WHEREAS, the Chamber plays a vital role in planning for the future of this County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that it is the official position of Schuyler County to cooperate with and encourage the efforts of the Chamber of Commerce and its many programs that benefit this area, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that we join with Governor George Pataki, the New York State Legislature, The Business Council, The New York State Chamber of Commerce Executives and scores of individual counties, cities and towns in declaring the week of September 15-21 as Chamber of Commerce Week in Schuyler County.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 346 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: RESOLUTION OF RECOGNITION FOR THE MALAWI CHILDREN'S VILLAGE
WHEREAS, the people of Schuyler County have a history of charitable involvement through its many service organization and through ongoing generous individual effort, and
WHEREAS, the people of Schuyler County also contribute to charitable efforts on behalf of those beyond our county's borders who are less fortunate than we, and
WHEREAS, through the efforts of our local Interact groups, youth service organization sponsored by our local Rotary, the Malawi Children's Village has been support in its efforts to render medical and nutritional food aid to children orphaned by AIDS, and
WHEREAS, as of the writing of this resolution, there are 2,239 children orphaned by AIDS in the villages served by the Malawi Children's Village.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby recognizes and affirms the commitment of our young people and their sponsors in their efforts to support the Malawi Children's Village.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Thurston requested that Legislator Fitzsimmons briefly explain this resolution since he sponsored it. Legislator Fitzsimmons explained that there are occasions when they need to look beyond our county border. He has a sister-in-law that worked in Malawi assisting aids victims. She shared her story with the local Rotary and they sponsor the village. He brought it to the legislative committee this afternoon because he felt is was a noble cause. VOTE: Passed 8-0.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. The new communications center in being installed and is on schedule. The dispatch center has temporarily moved downstairs for about three weeks. There will be no interruptions in service.
Legislator Burnside reported on the Governmental Operations Committee. He was proud to announce that the county is going to start printing its tax bills in house this year. The system should pay for itself over a period of time.
Legislator Fitzsimmons reported on the Management & Finance Committee. So far the budget season has been quiet. Preliminary budgets are due soon. The Clerk and himself worked on the legislative team budget just today.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Agricultural & Natural Resources Committee. There was an Agricultural and Environmental Management Information meeting held September 4, 1997 at the Gates Seneca Valley Farm. It was for the purpose of informing local farmers on the New York State voluntary Ag-Environmental Management (AEM) Program. The Gates are building a manure storage holding basin. It will be 110 feet in diameter and 12 feet deep. The cost will be around $100,000. There are grants out from the Environmental Bond Act. Soil & Water Conservation is working on a stream assessment study. Part of the study is for wetland remediation. There have been several applications entered for the stream bank program and the committee will be meeting on Friday to decide and prioritize. She also reported that the Schuyler County Farm Bureau will be hosting the New York Board of Directors Meeting on September 10, 1997. Chairman Halpin will be presenting a county key to the President of the Bureau. There has been no discussion over the dairy price support program. The USDA office that was at the Rural Urban Center is now in Ithaca and shares with Tompkins County. It will soon be a central office for more than two counties. Legislator Franzese stated that she was glad she attended the Gates meeting. Her concern is the small farmers in the community. The dairy farmers are making a dollar less per gallon than a year ago. She understands that there is a lot of paperwork involved in applying for a grant. She said that Cooperative Extension is always there to assist the local farmers. She believes that more local governments need to get involved with the Agricultural District.
Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Works Committee for Legislator Young. He said all is going well at the highway department. He expects the Dolphsburg Road problem to be resolved this week. It involves cleaning up brush and weeds as well as putting up a four way stop.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Human Services Committee for Legislator Young. The committee is trying to get after-hours scheduled for the Department of Social Services. A motion came out of the legislative committee meeting today to have the commissioner look at time schedules and report back to them. She also reported that the Veterans Director has put in a request for Senior employment for extra help for filing that is behind. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Legislator Franzese reported on the Public Hearing held August 29, 1997 on the Lakes District. The Hearing was overwhelmingly attended by approximately 220 people. She asked for a show of hands at the Hearing for who was in support and who was against. She counted approximately 18-20 people not in support. She explained that Dennis Fagan contacted the County and said that there are amendments that need to be made to the report such as properties located in opposite counties and shifting of some dollar amounts. She said the County Attorney has concurred that the County has to have another hearing. There was a meeting held last Thursday with the president of the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association, Dennis Fagan and Chuck Franzese to go over the amendments and the new time line. She explained that the process is now set back about two months. They also received a letter from the Town of Tyrone expressing their interest to be involved more. She thanked everyone who attended the Public Hearing, the County Attorney, the County Treasurer, Legislators Young and Hastings, John Czamanske, the Legislative Clerk and Deputy Clerk. She said the next public hearing may be held here in the Legislative Chambers.
NEW BUSINESS: Chairman Halpin commended the group that put together the Grand Prix Festival. It takes a lot of people to organize such a function. She also reminded the Legislators of the Special Legislative Committee meeting on September 23, 1997 at 3:30 p.m.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer asked how things were progressing on the Dolphsburg Road issue. He suggested that they close the road and give a tractor path. The driveway on the other road can be used as the new road. Legislator Burnside stated that they need to accommodate the farmers.
Doris Karius thanked the legislators for their concern about the farmers, farming is a lot of long, hard work. Ruth Young feels that in spite of the highway problems the county has had, they have done a good job. She said that fall is coming and asked that the Highway Department put lines on the newly paved roads because of the fog. Legislator Young and Burnside said they would follow up on that request.
Tom Ryan asked if the Legislature has a day to honor the farmers. Chairman Halpin stated that it has never been done. She reported that the National Farm Bureau will be in town this week. She suggested that maybe someone ask them for a recommendation along those lines.
Chairman Halpin introduced the new Executive Director of Cooperative Extension, Charlie Fausold, who was seated in the audience.
The meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING SEPTEMBER 23, 1997
The September 23, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Halpin at 3:15 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Fitzsimmons and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Legislator Compton who was absent. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
MOTION by Legislator Franzese to suspend the rules to add a resolution to the agenda, SECOND by Young. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
Legislator Burnside asked Chairman Halpin if they could possibly discuss Resolution No. 348. Chairman Halpin said she would be glad to in executive session.
MOTION by Legislator Burnside to go into executive session to discuss negotiations, SECOND by Legislator Franzese. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
MOTION by Legislator Burnside to come out of executive session, SECOND by Legislator Thurston. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
Chairman Halpin stated that the Legislature should accept the County Attorney's opinion on the bid made by Roxanne Wilson. Attorney Coleman explained that since Mrs. Wilson has requested a withdrawal, they should accept the bid and then decide on whether to accept the backup bidder. Chairman Halpin asked about the down payment. Attorney Coleman said that that is entirely up to the Legislature. The Treasurer explained that there will be a $50 fee to pay the auctioneer. Chairman Halpin stated that they would discuss Mrs. Wilson's withdrawal at the Legislative Committee meeting at 3:30 p.m.
Legislator Franzese asked about the property that happens to be in bankruptcy. She wanted to know how they should act on it. Attorney Coleman explained that the deed was taken before the bankruptcy filing. He suggested they proceed with the process until the court makes their decision.
RESOLUTION NO. 347 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
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. Approval and Ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement Covering Employees in the Schuyler County Deputy Sheriffs Association
2. Accept Tax Auction Bids
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 348 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
RE: APPROVAL AND RATIFICATION OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT COVERING EMPLOYEES IN THE SCHUYLER COUNTY DEPUTY SHERIFFS ASSOCIATION
WHEREAS, representatives of the County have engaged in Collective Bargaining with the Schuyler County Deputy Sheriffs Association for employees in the Deputy Sheriff's Association, and
WHEREAS, a tentative agreement upon terms and conditions for a new contract for calendar years 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 and 2002 was reached with respect to employees in the Schuyler County Deputy Sheriffs Association.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby ratify and approve the terms and contents of said collective bargaining agreement between the County of Schuyler and the Schuyler County Deputy Sheriffs Association, subject to written agreement from the Association, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be hereby authorized to execute the aforementioned agreement.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 349 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
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
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature had contracted for the auction sale of these properties and such sale was conducted on September 20, 1997. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature accepts, the following bids to wit:
BIDDER'S NAME: Gregory and Andrea Gilbert
BIDDER'S ADDRESS: 5900 Main Street, Alpine, N.Y. 14805
AMOUNT OF BID: $2,153.00
FORMER OWNER: Roy B. & Grace Hess % Donald Christian
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 99.14-1-38
LOCATION: Catharine
BIDDER'S NAME: Harold L. Mattison, Jr.
BIDDER'S ADDRESS: 1760 Bronson Hill Road, Watkins Glen, NY 14891
AMOUNT OF BID: $1,149.00
FORMER OWNER: George M. Emery, Sr.
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 94.2-1-2
LOCATION: Dix
BIDDER'S NAME: Roger Staples
BIDDER'S ADDRESS: 208 Owen Place, Odessa, NY 14869
AMOUNT OF BID: $ 318.00
FORMER OWNER: LCB Realty, Inc.
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 65.13-4-8
LOCATION: Dix
BIDDER'S NAME: Susan Woodruff
BIDDER'S ADDRESS: P.O. Box 409, Corning, NY 14830
AMOUNT OF BID: $5,967.00
FORMER OWNER: Wayne Lancaster
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 65.13-4-65
LOCATION: Dix
BIDDER'S NAME: Peggy Bonzo
BIDDER'S ADDRESS: 2087 County Road 16, Watkins Glen, NY 14891
AMOUNT OF BID: $ 847.00
FORMER OWNER: Wedgewood Christian Church
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 85.-1-66
LOCATION: Dix
BIDDER'S NAME: Roxanne Wilson
BIDDER'S ADDRESS: 6189 Bower Road, #21, Trumansburg, NY 14886
AMOUNT OF BID: $ 797.00
FORMER OWNER: Grace Fletcher %William Fletcher
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 4.-1-22
LOCATION: Hector
BIDDER'S NAME: Patrick Donahue, Jr.
BIDDER'S ADDRESS: 3863 South Hill Rd., Burdett, N.Y. 14818
AMOUNT OF BID: $9,079.00
FORMER OWNER: James and Rebecca Smith
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 45.15-1-21
LOCATION: Hector
BIDDER'S NAME: Gary M. House
BIDDER'S ADDRESS: 1907 State Route 14, P. O. Box 335, Montour Falls, NY 14865
AMOUNT OF BID: $19,119.00
FORMER OWNER: Paula Ann Mold
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 86.-3-15
LOCATION: Montour
BIDDER'S NAME: Beverly Smith
BIDDER'S ADDRESS: 2190 Ray Roberts Road , Watkins Glen, NY 14891
AMOUNT OF BID: $3,457.00
FORMER OWNER: Henry and Lillian Haywood
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 52.-1-54
LOCATION: Montour
BIDDER'S NAME: Roger Staples BIDDER'S ADDRESS: P.O. Box 83, Odessa, NY 14869
AMOUNT OF BID: $2,553.00
FORMER OWNER: Altay Dramatic Society
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 29.20-1-14
LOCATION: Tyrone
BIDDER'S NAME: Gary Lessing
BIDDER'S ADDRESS: P.O. Box 311, St. Regis Falls, NY 12980
AMOUNT OF BID: $1,549.00
FORMER OWNER: Brenda Campbell
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 50.-1-69
LOCATION: Tyrone
BIDDER'S NAME: Rory A. Miller/Donald J. Desrochers
BIDDER'S ADDRESS: 4371 Talbort Hill Road, Dundee, NY 14837
AMOUNT OF BID: $4,963.00
FORMER OWNER: Martha M. Coughlin
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 29.-1-37
LOCATION: Tyrone, 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 7-0.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
The meeting adjourned at 3:35 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1997
The October 14, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Halpin at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Hastings and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Legislator Compton who was absent and Legislator Thurston who was excused. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Maxine Neal, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, reported that she is moving on and leaving Schuyler County. She said she has valued the partnership between the Chamber of Commerce and the Schuyler County Legislature. She believes that the community of Schuyler County is just realizing its potential. She requested that the partnership between the Chamber of Commerce and the Schuyler County Legislature continue to keep the best vision for Schuyler County. Chairman Halpin said the county will miss her. Legislator Franzese explained that a resolution is not on the agenda tonight regarding the Lakes District formation. The Resolution has not been received from Attorney Mustico yet. County Attorney Coleman confirmed that it could not be put on the agenda as tentative.
PRESENTATION FROM JOHN CZAMANSKE ON THE AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT #2 AT 6:40 P.M.: John explained that the proposed second Agricultural District #2 includes the Towns of Tyrone, Reading, Dix and Orange. He gave a brief overview on how District #1 was founded. There has been a lot of work invested in this proposal, it includes about 40,000 acres. The required signatures and petitions have been completed. He handed out a draft report. There is a time line that consists of a thirty day public comment period, which is the first step. After that, the proposal and modifications go to the Schuyler County Planning Commission. The commission makes any recommendations and if necessary, they are added to the report. The proposal then comes back to the Legislature who will have to hold a Public Hearing. Notices will have to be mailed to all property owners in the proposed District. After the hearing, the Legislature has 180 days to modify and create the District. The proposal then goes to the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board. If everyone takes the allowed time with no delays, the District should be in place by late summer or early fall. John will be working with the Real Property Tax office for updates to the data base with the current assessment roll. John then turned the presentation over to Bob Chadeayne. Bob explained that he is the president of the Schuyler County Farm Bureau. He said that this issue has been on their agenda for four years. This district is very important to the members of the Schuyler County Farm Bureau and to protect all county farmers. He urged the Legislature to pass this resolution and start the process. He noted he is also the Chairman of the Town of Tyrone Planning Board which just recently passed a resolution in support of the district. Chairman Halpin stated that a third district is being petitioned as they speak.
Legislator Franzese offered a motion from the floor to address the Real Property Tax Law for a sliding scale for senior exemption. The bottom line has not been addressed since 1994. Be it resolved, that the Schuyler County Legislature hold a hearing to increase the total on the sliding scale from $10,800 base to a $18,300 maximum. Currently it is now a $10,000 base. The timeliness is the fact that the taxable status date is March 1, 1998. The public needs to know and advertising needs to be done. It is time for us to step forward and hold a public hearing at the next Regular Meeting of the Legislature on November 10, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. This would be an increase of $800 for each level. She is proposing that they add two more levels. It will be a minimal affect on this county and it is warranted. The county needs to move now.
MOTION by Legislator Franzese to authorize a public hearing on increasing the sliding scale for elderly exemption, SECOND by Legislator Burnside for discussion. Chairman Halpin asked if this resolution had gone through committee. Legislator Franzese explained because of the time line she urged action tonight. Legislator Hastings said she spoke with Legislator Franzese earlier and feels they have time to put it through committee this month. She feels all resolutions should go through committee. It should be discussed in committee and the towns and villages should be asked for their comments. Legislator Franzese explained this is just setting a public hearing date. Chairman Halpin feels one should not rush issues such as this. Legislator Franzese reiterated that the people will only have four months, the last date to apply is March 1, 1998. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated he would like to see this issue discussed in committee. Motion failed two ayes to four noes. Noes: Fitzsimmons, Burnside, Hastings and Halpin.
RESOLUTION NO. 350 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 29, 1997 PUBLIC HEARING, SEPTEMBER 8, 1997 REGULAR MEETING AND SEPTEMBER 23, 1997 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the August 29, 1997 Public Hearing, September 8, 1997 Regular Meeting and September 23, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 351 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: RESCIND RESOLUTION NO. 373-90 RELATIVE TO HIGHWAY USE PERMIT FEES
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 373-90 set a $25 fee for highway use permits, and
WHEREAS, the County Highway Superintendent has recommended that the fee charged for highway use permits be removed, but that the permit system be maintained.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 373-90 be hereby rescinded, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Highway Superintendent continue to maintain the highway use permit system absent any fee requirement.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 352 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE COUNTY HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR PAVER
WHEREAS, there are monies budgeted in the Highway Machinery Fund 1997 budget for a paver, and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 103 of the General Municipal Law, all contracts 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 hereby authorized to advertise for bids for a used paver.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 353 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: AUTHORIZE REPAIR AND RELATIVE CONTRACTS - RUBBLE MOUND BREAKWATER WHEREAS, the county-owned Rubble Mound Breakwater is in need of repair due to break down of the surface when high water levels coupled with heavy waves and freezing or ice build up on the surface occurs, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of Hunt Engineers that rock repair be done and maintained annually, and
WHEREAS, there are monies available in the Capital Account for Seneca Harbor Park Repairs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize the advertisement and procurement of the bids for the repair of the Rubble Mound Breakwater.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 354 Motion by Burnside, Second by Franzese.
RE: AMEND SCHUYLER COUNTY CELLULAR PHONE POLICY (RESOLUTION NO. 325-96) - AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Public Works Committee to amend the Cellular Phone Policy to add a confidentiality statement to Attachment #1, Letter of Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby adopts the amended Attachment #1, Letter of Agreement, by the addition of 7) as set forth below, as it relates to the Schuyler County Cellular Phone Policy adopted per Resolution No. 325- 96:
ATTACHMENT #1 LETTER OF AGREEMENT
Schuyler County is assigning you this cellular telephone for work related activity with the following understanding:
1) I will be responsible for reading the cellular phone operation manual and utilize the same in operating the cellular phone.
2) Utilization of this cellular phone will be my sole responsibility as the assigned employee of record.
3) This phone is being assigned to me for official county business only. The phone number should be discreetly shared with non-employees only relevant and necessary for work. 4) Every effort will be made to limit calls to under three (3) minutes in duration.
5) I have the responsibility, on a monthly basis, to review my cellular telephone bill with my supervisor.
6) The assignment of a cellular phone will not be deemed a term or condition of employment. The assignment and withdrawal of a cellular phone is at the discretion of the Department Head.
I am aware that conversations are easily monitored and therefore will avoid discussions involving confidential issues in so much as the individual situations allow.
I, the undersigned, have read and understand the conditions of having a cellular telephone and agree to abide by the policy, procedures and rules established and approved for such assignment. I realize that any violation of this agreement may result in the removal of this tool.
Employee's Name (printed):
Employee's Signature:
Cellular Phone # Assigned:
Serial # of Cellular Phone:
Date:
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 355 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH WATKINS GLEN INTERNATIONAL
WHEREAS, Watkins Glen International is still interested in occupying two suites in the Rural Urban Center, and
WHEREAS, the vacant suites have approximately 1,582 square feet and will be an annual rental cost of $14,238.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a lease agreement for the year 1997-1998 with Watkins Glen International as referenced above, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 356 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE THE DEMOLITION OF PROPERTY AT 107 SOUTH MADISON AVENUE
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has taken title to the property at 107 South Madison Avenue, Watkins Glen, and
WHEREAS, said property has been condemned by the Village of Watkins Glen, which requires demolition of the building, and
WHEREAS, the Village of Watkins Glen has agreed to share half the cost of demolition with Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Schuyler County shall enter into a contract with R & L Perry Construction, Inc. for 50% of the demolition at a cost of $6,750, funding available in 1364.400.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 357 Motion by Franzese, Second by Young.
RE: DISCONTINUE JUNK MAIL/MAGAZINE COLLECTION DAY
WHEREAS, the County has provided budget allocations and staffing for a monthly Junk Mail/Magazine Collection Day for the towns and villages for many years, and
WHEREAS, most of the county's municipalities now provide for Junk Mail/Magazine Collection in their respective municipality, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Recycling Coordinator, using the results of a survey, that each municipality be responsible for their own Junk Mail/Magazine Collection.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby discontinue the County sponsored Junk Mail/Magazine Collection Day effective October 31, 1997.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 358 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: A RESOLUTION PROVIDING PUBLIC NOTICE OF A THIRTY (30) DAY COMMENT PERIOD ON A PROPOSAL TO CREATE AN AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT COMPRISING CERTAIN LANDS IN THE TOWNS OF TYRONE, READING, ORANGE AND DIX TO BE KNOWN AS SCHUYLER COUNTY AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT #2
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has been presented petitions in support of a proposal to create an agricultural district comprising certain lands in the Towns of Tyrone, Reading, Orange and Dix, and
WHEREAS, said proposal has been filed with the Schuyler County Legislature pursuant to Section 303 of Article 25AA of the Agriculture and Markets Law of New York State, and
WHEREAS, said law requires that the Legislature, upon presentation of such a proposal shall thereupon provide notice of such proposal by publishing a notice containing certain information in a newspaper having general circulation within the proposed district and by posting such notice in five conspicuous places within the proposed district.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature shall have cause to publish in the Watkins Glen Review & Express and the Dundee Observer a notice which contains the following statements:
"The Schuyler County Legislature, having been presented petitions in support of a proposal to create an agricultural district comprising certain lands in the towns of Tyrone, Reading, Orange and Dix, hereby provides public notice of a comment period on said proposal, which has been filed with the Legislature pursuant to Section 303 of Article 25AA of the Agriculture and Markets Law of New York State. Said proposal will be on file open to public inspection in the County Clerk's Office for thirty days from the date of publication of this notice. Any municipality whose territory encompasses the proposed district or any landowner who owns at least ten percent of the land proposed to be included within the proposed modification of the proposed district may propose a modification of the proposed district in such from and manner as may be prescribed by the Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets (Due to the absence of such prescription by the Commissioner, proposed modification shall include for each parcel proposed to be added to or excluded from the proposed district: (1) the tax parcel number; (2) the name(s) of the owner(s); (3) the signature(s) of the owner(s) of the parcel or the signature of the Supervisor or Clerk of the Town in which the parcel is located, and (4) the name of the Town in which the parcel is located. Forms will be available in the offices of the County Clerk and the Clerk of the Legislature for the purpose of proposing modifications.) Such proposed modification must be filed with the County Clerk and the Clerk of the Legislature within thirty days after the publication of this notice. At the termination of the thirty day comment period, the proposal and proposed modifications will be submitted to the Schuyler County Planning Commission and the Schuyler County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board for review. Thereafter a public hearing will be held on the proposal, proposed modifications and recommendations of the Planning Commission and the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board." BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature shall have the above notice posted in at least five conspicuous places within the proposed district.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 359 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: DECLARE THE MONTH OF OCTOBER AS "NATIONAL ARTS AND HUMANITIES MONTH"
WHEREAS, the arts and humanities enhance and enrich the lives of all Americans, and
WHEREAS, the arts and humanities affect every aspect of life in America today including the economy, social problem solving, job creation, education, creativity and community livability, and
WHEREAS, a coalition of more than 50 national arts and humanities groups representing over 23,000 cultural organizations and institutions comprise the National Cultural Alliance, which works to increase public awareness and understanding of , and participation in, the humanities and the arts, and
WHEREAS, the nation's 23,000 cultural organizations, the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the nation's 3,800 local arts agencies, the arts and humanities councils of the 56 states and US jurisdictions, and the President of the Untied States will be encouraged to participate in this celebration, and
WHEREAS, the month of October 1997 has been recognized as National Arts and Humanities Month by the United States Conference of Mayors.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby declare October 1997 as National Arts and Humanities Month, and urges Schuyler County residents to participate in and to celebrate the cultural riches our community has to offer.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 360 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: CONTRACT - STAFFCARE OF NEW YORK, INC. (AMERICARE) - HOME HEALTH AGENCY
WHEREAS, the Home Health Agency needs to contract with an another agency to provide eight- to twelve-hour nursing shifts now, and may need to contract for additional services as the need arises in the future, and WHEREAS, StaffCare of New York, Inc., D/B/A AmeriCare, will provide these services at their established rates.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a contract with StaffCare of New York, Inc., from August 1, 1997, through December 31, 1998, for the provision of home health services at the following rates:
Home Health Aide $13.50 per hour
Personal Care Aide 12.75 per hour
Licensed Practical Nurse 21.25 per hour
Registered Nurse 25.50 per hour
Registered Nurse (High Tech) 32.50 per hour; this contract is subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 361 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: CONTRACT - PEDIATRIC PHYSICAL THERAPY SERVICES, P.C. FOR HOME HEALTH AGENCY THERAPY SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Home Health Agency would like to contract with Pediatric Physical Therapy Services, P.C. for physical therapy at the rate of $36.00 per hour, occupational therapy at the rate of $40.00 per hour, and speech therapy at a rate of $36.00 per hour.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to execute a contract with Pediatric Physical Therapy Services, P.C. to provide services to Home Health Agency patients from 8/1/97 through 12/31/98 at the rates set forth above.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 362 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AMEND 1996-97 EARLY INTERVENTION/INFANT-CHILD HEALTH ASSESSMENT PROGRAM (EI/ICHAP) GRANT BUDGET
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 1996-97 EI/ICHAP budget be amended as follows:
+ $ 1,065 to account no. 4010.100-4031 - Personal Service - 500 to account no. 4010.208-4031 - Computer Equipment
- 500 to account no. 4010.430-4031 - Mileage
- 65 to account no. 4010.431-4031 - Office Supplies
$ 0 TOTAL EXPENSES
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 363 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: EARLY INTERVENTION/INFANT-CHILD HEALTH ASSESSMENT PROGRAM GRANT - AUTHORIZE GRANT RENEWAL AND ESTABLISH BUDGET FROM 10/1/97 - 9/30/98
WHEREAS, Schuyler County had a contract with the New York State Department of Health to provide services for the Infant-Child Health Assessment Program (ICHAP) and the state-mandated Early Intervention Program (EIP) from October 1, 1991 through September 30, 1996, and
WHEREAS, this contract is expected to be renewed from October 1, 1997 through September 30, 1998. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an renewal of this agreement with the New York State Department of Health from October 1, 1997 through September 30, 1998, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the 1997-98 EIP/ICHAP budget be established from 10/1/97 - 9/30/98 as follows:
$20,565 to account no. 4010.100-4041 - Personal Service
$ 500 to account no. 4010.101-4041 - Overtime
$ 500 to account no. 4010.201-4041 - Misc. Equipment
$ 200 to account no. 4010.402-4041 - Advertising
$ 435 to account no. 4010.431-4041 - Office Supplies
$ 900 to account no. 4010.435-4041 - Professional Fees
$ 500 to account no. 4010.466-4041 - Staff Development
$ 6,718 to account no. 4010.489-4041 - Fringe Benefits
$30,318 TOTAL EXPENSES $15,318 to grant revenue account no. 4010.4401-4041
$15,000 to grant revenue account no. 4010.4451-4041
$30,318 TOTAL REVENUES
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 364 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: CONTRACT RENEWAL - ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE TRANSPORTATION OF PRESCHOOL HANDICAPPED CHILDREN
WHEREAS, Section 4410 of the NYS Education Law requires Schuyler County to provide transportation to preschool children with disabilities, and
WHEREAS, the Odessa-Montour Central School District (OMCS) has agreed to transport the preschool children within its district to the SCT BOCES preschool program in Watkins Glen as long as the County agrees to reimburse OMCS for any extra expenses that it incurs, and
WHEREAS, OMCS is requesting that the County provide car seats for the children under age four, and that the County reimburse OMCS at the rate of $17.30 per day for a monitor on one bus to assist the preschool children.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature is hereby authorized to execute a contract with Odessa-Montour Central School from 9/1/97 through 6/30/98 to reimburse OMCS at the rate of $17.30 per day for a monitor on one bus to assist the preschool children; this contract is subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 365 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 296-97 TO EXTEND TEMPORARY CLERICAL POSITION
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 296-97 authorized a temporary clerical position at a cost not to exceed $3,000, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Director of Community Services/Public Health that this temporary position be retained for an additional six months. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the "Be It Resolved" clause in Resolution No. 296-97 to be amended, as follows:
"NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Home Health Agency is authorized to advertise and hire temporary help or secure temporary clerical services through a temporary agency at a cost of approximately $8,500 from currently appropriated funds."
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
WITHDRAWN Withdrawn by the Committee Chairman due to legislators' requests for additional information.
RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF POSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - HEALTH SERVICES DEPARTMENTS
WHEREAS, the merging of the Community Services Department and the Public Health Department has made obvious the need for a new administrative position, and
WHEREAS, the NYS Mental Health Department and the NYS Civil Service Department both agreed to establish the title and duties of Administrative Officer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby create the position of Administrative Officer to serve the community services, mental health, public health and home health departments, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the position of Administrative Officer shall be placed in Grade D of the Management/Confidential Salary Plan, said position having been evaluated according to the Factor Rating System, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Mary Wilson be appointed to that position, effective October 15, 1997 at an annual salary of $28,500 pending approval of NYS Mental Health Department and the Personnel Officer.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Franzese stated for the record that she is sorry she will not be here next month to discuss this resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 366 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND CONTRACT WITH SCHUYLER ARC, INC. 1996 - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, additional funding has been approved for the Schuyler Arc, Inc. for the year 1996, and the following agreement and budget modifications are required.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the County Treasurer to amend the following Mental Health accounts: REVENUE ACCOUNT AMOUNT
State Aid 4322-3490 +$2,070.00
EXPENSES ACCOUNT AMOUNT
Schuyler Arc, Inc. 4322.0504 +$2.070.00, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an amended agreement with Schuyler Arc, Inc. as set forth above, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 367 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 336-97 - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 336-97 authorized the expenditure of $2,526.07 from account no. 4310.208 for replacement of computer equipment and $1,100 to be transferred to account no. 4310.426 for related technical services and that the insurance check be credited to the appropriate accounts to offset these expenditures.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature amends Resolution no. 336-97 to increase the expenditure of $2,526.07 to $4,823.07 from account 4310.208 and increase the expenditure of $1,100.00 to $1,360.00 from account 4310.426.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 368 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE HIRING OF KELLY SERVICES CLERICAL WORKER - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, temporary additional office support staff is essential to continue to maintain coverage, to assist the billing clerk with collections, and to assist with general office duties which have backlogged due to the move to a new location, installation of a new filing system, and installation of the computer network.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Mental Health Clinic be authorized to hire one clerical worker at a rate not to exceed $11.20 per hour through Kelly Temporary Services, 55 Ferris Street, Corning, NY 14830, on an as needed basis for the year 1997, for a cumulative period of time not to exceed three months; funding for such services is available in the Mental Health 1997 budget account no. 4310.435. VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 369 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR ADVERTISING - VETERANS SERVICE AGENCY
WHEREAS, there are $533.64 of advertising bills for the Director of Veterans Service Agency position, and
WHEREAS, there are no monies available in the 1997 Veterans Service Agency budget to pay for the same.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $533.64 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Veterans Service Agency account no. 6510.402.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 370 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPROVE SCHUYLER COUNTY YOUTH BOARD/BUREAU - COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING RESOURCE ALLOCATION PACKAGE FOR 1998
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has established the Schuyler County Youth Board/Bureau, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Youth Board/Bureau has prepared a Comprehensive Planning Resource Allocation Package and recommends approval thereof, and
WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Planning Resource Allocation Package for 1998 has been presented to the Schuyler County Legislature.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approves the Schuyler County Youth Board/Bureau's Comprehensive Resource Allocation Package for 1998, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign the Comprehensive Planning Resource Allocation Agreement and to execute all other documents pertinent to the operations of the Schuyler County Youth Board/Bureau for the year 1998; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 371 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: ESTABLISH CELLULAR PHONE ACCOUNT - SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has been authorized by the Public Works Committee to purchase three cellular phones for emergency use in departmental vehicles.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $150 from account no. 6010.439 to account no. 6010.328.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 372 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISING FOR COMMISSIONER OF SOCIAL SERVICES POSITION
WHEREAS, Anne Balch, Commissioner of Social Services, has informed the Legislature of her intent to retire by the end of 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Personnel Officer be hereby authorized to advertise said position in order to recruit a replacement in a timely manner.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 373 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING OF CASEWORKER VACANCY - SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, Elizabeth Markiewicz has resigned as Caseworker in the Children's Services Unit in Social Services effective 9/5/97, and
WHEREAS, this worker was assigned to the PINS Diversion Program (PACT Worker) full-time in order to improve case management services to the PINS Diversion caseload (29 cases were assessed by PACT through 8/97), and
WHEREAS, due to the efforts of the PINS Diversion Program there have been no PINS foster care placements to date in 1997, and
WHEREAS, due to the efforts of the Children's Services workers, all but one PINS placement has been discharged from care, and
WHEREAS, these efforts saved the county $30,000-60,000 which the State makes available to the county for administrative expenses for our PINS Diversion Program (including the offsetting of salary costs for the PACT worker), and
WHEREAS, the increased workload caused by the implementation of the NYS Connections PC based system in Children's Services and the reorganization of the Children's Services Unit make it impossible for the unit to absorb the work of the PACT worker.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services be hereby authorized to fill the Caseworker vacancy in the Children's Services Unit, effective 10/6/97, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any vacancy created, if this position is filled by promotion, be authorized to be filled.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 374 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR DOG CONTROL EXPENSES - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, certain expenses have increased in the Dog Control account due to the illness of the Dog Control Officer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $2,000 from Jail account no. 3150.429-Medical Supplies and Expense to Dog Control account no. 3510.400-Contractual, and $2,000 from Jail account no. 3150.429-Medical Supplies and Expense to Dog Control account no. 3510.100- Personal Services.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 375 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ESTABLISH STIPEND FOR CIVIL SERVICE EXAM MONITOR
WHEREAS, for some Civil Service examinations it may be necessary to retain additional exam monitors besides the staff members of the Civil Service/Personnel Office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby establish an hourly stipend of Ten Dollars ($10.00) for the provision of exam monitoring services as deemed necessary by the Personnel Officer.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 376 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons. - RESCINDED NOVEMBER 10, 1997 RE: AMEND MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY PLAN - SUSPENDING THE PERFORMANCE APPRAISALS FOR DEPUTIES AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES FOR 1997
WHEREAS, the policy has been for Department Heads to do the performance appraisals for their deputies and confidential employees, and
WHEREAS, that process has been studied and found to be difficult to administer in setting salary increases in a fair and equitable manner.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the performance appraisal process for deputies and confidential employees will not be required in 1997.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that these employees will be given an across the board increase of 3% for 1998.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature will review the Management/Confidential Salary Plan and will make necessary changes for 1998 as follows:
SECTION III - - PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL
The appraisal of an employee's performance is a sound management tool which should provide feedback on individual achievement and effectiveness. Performance appraisal of employees is also a vital part of the Salary Plan. It provides the basis for movement within the allocated level of the Salary Plan. Each Department Head covered by this plan shall have an annual performance appraisal.
Independent performance appraisals will be made by the Chairman of the Legislature, Chairman of appropriate standing committee and Personnel Director. A summary rating will be calculated from the independent appraisals and will establish the employee's overall annual performance rating.
For the 1998 salary increases for deputy department heads and confidential employees will be given an across the board increase of 3%. The process will be revised by the Legislature for 1999.
All Department Heads shall submit their annual goals for the upcoming year to the Personnel Director and the committee chairperson by January 1 of each year and a copy of the same shall be given to the Clerk of the Legislature to be maintained in a binder in the Legislature Office.
If a Department Head is hired after September 1st of a year, there will be no performance appraisal until the employee has completed one year in that position. Any salary adjustment will be effective January 1st following the performance appraisal. This will pertain to newly hired Department Heads only - this will not include promotions or transfers.
The procedure for performance appraisal will include the following:
1.) The Appraisal Committee will hold meetings early in the year and review goals of the employee for the previous and current year.
2.) The Appraisal Committee will review any written updates relative to progress around mid-year. Other meetings may be arranged if there is a need.
3.) Performance appraisals will commence the first week in September.
4.) A Feed Back Session with the employee concerning appraisal results will be conducted during the first two weeks of November.
It shall be the responsibility of the department head to insure the completion of the agreed goals and objectives. At any time during the appraisal period, because of conditions outside the influence of the employee (budgetary, legislation, etc.), it becomes apparent that it will be impossible to accomplish a goal or objective, it shall be the responsibility of the employee to notify the appropriate committees of any changes in the established goals and objectives.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 377 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the re-appointment of Robert Reed (Shepard Niles), Mike Hastrich (Arcadian Wine) and William Gustin (Veterans Representative) to the Private Industry Council for the term October 1, 1997 through September 30, 2000.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 378 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: ADOPT MATRIX FOR DEPARTMENT HEAD SALARY INCREASES FOR 1998
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby adopt the following matrix for calculating Department Head salary increases for the year 1998 based upon the employee's salary range and performance appraisal:
Salary Range Excellent More than Good Less than Unsatisfactory Expected Expected Mid - 4.5% 4% 3.5% 0% 0 Maximum Minimum - Mid 5% 4.5% 4% 0% 0
DISCUSSION: Legislator Franzese made a statement for the record. "We have good department heads. The performance appraisals were not carried out as intended in a fair and timely manner. A fair increase should be given to all department heads and the matrix should not be used this year. I feel it should be reconsidered and there should be a standard across the board increase". Legislator Hastings said for the record that the committee did not think it was an unfair process. Legislator Franzese said it is unfair not to do it in a timely manner. She feels there was very little communication between the committees. She believes it is fair to give everybody an across the board increase. Legislator Burnside said they need to re-evaluate the plan. Chairman Halpin stated that the committee is working with the guidelines of the plan and have not compromised the process at all.
VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Franzese.
RESOLUTION NO. 379 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR LEE HOUSE SCHOOL
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the County Historian and the Schuyler County Historical Society that the Lee House School be entered into the Historical Register, and
WHEREAS, it is a unique one room school house, still in its original condition, which make it nonpareil, and
WHEREAS, if the school house were entered into the historical register it would be eligible for certain funding streams which could be used to maintain its original, unique characteristics.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize its Chairman to write a letter of support requesting that the Lee School House be considered for entry into the Historical Register.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 380 Motion by Young, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SOUTHERN TIER CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT BOARD (STCRP&D) AND AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS WHEREAS, Resolution No. 264-97 which authorized a contract extension with Southern Tier Central Regional Planning & Development Board and transferred $5,000 for the same was subsequently rescinded and a full year contract renewal was recommended, and
WHEREAS, the fund transfer still needs to be implemented to allow for the 1997 portion of the contract payment to be made, and
WHEREAS, the new contract reduced the total amount of days dedicated to Schuyler County from 40 days to 30 days.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an agreement with STCRP & D Board for computer related services for the term 10/1/97-9/30/98 in the total amount of $7,875 for 30 days, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $2,750 for final payment on the 1996-97 contract and $1,575 to cover the 1997 portion of the 1997-98 contract from account no. 1355.100 to Central Data Processing account no. 1680.400.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 381 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Franzese.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 341-97 WHICH SETS THE STIPEND FOR COMPUTER RELATED SERVICES
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 341-97 set the stipend for computer related services and transferred funds for the same, and
WHEREAS, the funds transferred reflected payment for a full year and should have only reflected payment from September 15th until the end of the year ($2,988.47), and
WHEREAS, due to the reduction in cost of the contract with Southern Tier Central Regional Planning & Development Board, and subsequent reduction in the amount transferred from the 1355.100 account, the amount to be transferred in Resolution No. 341-97 needs to be rescinded.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 341-97 be amended to rescind any fund transfer relative to payment of the stipend.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 382 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Franzese. RE: APPROVE REMOVAL OF TAX ROLL - TOWN OF MONTOUR, TAX MAP #66.-1-10.111 - OWEN
WHEREAS, the Legislature approved an application for correction of 1996 taxes, per Resolution No. 73-97 for tax map number 66.-1-10.111 in the Town of Montour, for property listed as owned by Delos Owen, due to an error in essential fact, as per RPTL Section 550 (3). The parcel was erroneously mapped in 1995. The parcel does not exist, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Director of Real Property Tax Service and the Governmental Operations Committee that said parcel be removed from the roll.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the Treasurer to remove said parcel from the 1997 tax roll.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 383 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Franzese.
RE: DIRECT DEVELOPMENT OF PLAN OF ACTION FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES WITHIN SCHUYLER COUNTY
WHEREAS, there is a NYS Demonstration Project in which County governments are given the opportunity to integrate agencies involving children, youth and family services and create one-stop shopping for these services within the County structure, perhaps centered within the school system, and
WHEREAS, until the State and Federal Government allows the release of information about children's cases to all involved with children and youth services, there will continue to be lack of coordination of services, and
WHEREAS, it is recommended to enlist a local college or Cooperative Extension to facilitate a number of community planning forums, inviting all entities involved in children and youth services to pull together the specific needs of the community, and
WHEREAS, there is also a need to study the possibility of increasing the age limit for youth to be accountable to the law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize and direct a Plan of Action be drafted and submitted jointly by the PINS Planning Committee and CAST Committee, to include the philosophy incorporated herein, for consideration as a Plan for combined children, youth and family services for Schuyler County in order to apply for a New York State grant to study the issue.
VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 384 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE REFUND OF TAX AUCTION BID AND ACCEPT BACK UP BID FOR TAX AUCTION PROPERTY
WHEREAS, parcel #4.-1-22 (formerly owned by Grace Fletcher) was sold at the County's Tax Sale Auction and the bid was formally accepted by the Legislature, and
WHEREAS, the successful bidder has withdrawn her bid in writing and has requested that her deposit be refunded.
WHEREAS, the Legislature has agreed to refund half the cost of the deposit, and
WHEREAS, the back up bidder has been contacted and is willing to fulfill his back up bid on the parcel.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accept the following back up bid:
BIDDER'S NAME: Russell F. Hughes
BIDDER'S ADDRESS: 6061 Burr Road, Trumansburg, NY 14886
AMOUNT OF BID: $747.00
FORMER OWNER: Grace Fletcher
PARCEL ID NUMBER: 4.-1-22
LOCATION: Hector, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Attorney is directed to prepare appropriate deed 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 deed and attending documents and the Schuyler County Treasurer is authorized to deliver such deed and attending documents upon full payment of the bid purchase price balance to the County of Schuyler, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to refund $50 to Roxanne Wilson.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 385 Motion by Franzese, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ITEMS LISTED BELOW PURSUANT TO THE CLEAN WATER/CLEAN AIR BOND ACT OF 1996
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature herein called the "Municipality", after thorough consideration of the various aspects of the proposed application of Sonar and studies for the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes' Protection and Rehabilitation District, has hereby determined that certain work, as described in its application and attachments, herein called the "Project", is desirable, is in the public interest, and is required in order to implement the Project, and
WHEREAS, Article 56 of the Environmental Conservation Law authorizes the State assistance to municipalities for environmental restoration projects by means of a contract and the Municipality deems it to be in the public interest and benefit under this law to enter into a contract therewith.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Schuyler County Legislature:
That the Chairman of the Legislature is the representative authorized to act in behalf of the Municipality's governing body in all matters related to State assistance under ECL Article 56, Title 3. The representative is also authorized to make application, execute the State Assistance Contract, submit Project documentation, and otherwise act for the Municipality's governing body in all matters related to the Project and to State assistance; The municipality agrees, upon formation of the proposed Lamoka, Waneta Lakes' Aquatic Vegetation Control and Water Quality District, to authorize the issuance of bonds, to be paid by tax revenues from the proposed district, to fund the local cost of the project, and that funds will be available to initiate the Project's field work within twelve (12) months of written approval of its application by the Department of Environmental Conservation; That one (1) certified copy of this Resolution be prepared and sent to the Albany office of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation together with the Application for State Assistance Payments; That this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 386 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR COMPUTER AND COMPUTER PROGRAMMING TO UPDATE EXISTING HIGHWAY COST ACCUMULATION SYSTEM AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the computer consultant is recommending that the existing Rbase data be converted to MS Access. The goal will be to have both systems run with the exact same data to ensure accuracy, eliminating command reporting, and the ability to add/change/delete categories. Included in this recommendation is a Gateway or Dell Computer, upgrading the existing computer system, and a maintenance program, and
WHEREAS, the Computer Coordination Committee has approved this request, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent had $25,000 in 03-5130-0245 for a new truck, and
WHEREAS, the actual cost of the truck was $19,949.88, leaving a balance of $5,050.12, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent's position was vacant for 2 months and the Account Clerk Typist position was vacant for 2 months, leaving a surplus in payroll account of $5,879.22 for a total surplus of $10,929.34.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $5,050.12 from Machinery account no. 03-5130-0245 and $3,839.88 out of Administration account no. 02-5010-0100 for a total of $8,890 to Computer Equipment, account no. 02-5010-0208 for the purchase of the above referenced equipment.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 387 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 342-97 RELATIVE TO TRANSFER OF UNAPPROPRIATED DEPARTMENTAL FUNDS TO UNALLOCATED INSURANCE ACCOUNT
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 342-97 authorized transfer of unappropriated departmental funds to the Unallocated Insurance account, and
WHEREAS, the amount transferred from the Machinery Fund needs to be amended.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 342-97 be amended by changing the reduction to be made to the Machinery Fund appropriations and revenues, as follows:
MACHINERY ORIGINAL MODIFIED DIFFERENCE
DM5130.528 $ 35,000 $ 19,577 $ 15,423
DM5031 247,343 225,000 22,343
VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 388 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - SCHUYLER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the appointment of Gordon Wright to replace Barbara Chapman on the Schuyler County Planning Commission effective immediately through December 31, 1997.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 389 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: RESOLUTION REQUESTING THAT NEW YORK'S COUNTIES RECEIVE REIMBURSEMENT FOR THEIR TOBACCO-RELATED COSTS FROM ANY PAYMENTS TO NEW YORK STATE AS A RESULT OF THE $368 BILLION NATIONAL TOBACCO SETTLEMENT
WHEREAS, numerous state and local governments brought suit against tobacco companies in an effort to improve the public's health and recoup tax dollars expended for tobacco-related illnesses, Medicaid costs, tobacco sale enforcement and tobacco education, and
WHEREAS, an historic agreement was reached as numerous state attorneys general, plaintiff lawyers, local governments, public health groups and the nation's cigarette companies forged a long awaited pact, and
WHEREAS, if this agreement is approved by Congress and the President, New York State will receive at least $480 million in the first year alone, and a lump sum cash payment of up to $800 million upon approval, and
WHEREAS, New York State is the only state that makes counties pay a portion of the non-federal share of Medicaid costs, and
WHEREAS, this Medicaid money represents, in some part, costs the counties have paid and continue to pay for tobacco-related illnesses, and
WHEREAS, local taxpayers deserve reimbursement from tobacco companies that have made large profits while counties have paid billions to treat tobacco-related illnesses, enforce tobacco sale restrictions and educate the public about the hazards of tobacco use.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the New York State Association of Counties strongly encourages the President, the Congress, the Governor and the Legislature to ensure that counties will secure their share of any and all moneys received by the State as a result of this historic settlement, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the New York State Association of Counties shall forward copies of this Resolution to The President, the New York State congressional delegation, Governor George E. Pataki, Attorney General Dennis C. Vacco, the New York State Legislature, the National Association of Counties and all others deemed necessary and proper.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 390 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 1997 TO AMEND LOCAL LAW NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 1997 CHANGING THE ENROLLMENT PERIOD FOR THE EARLY RETIREMENT PROGRAM ELECTIVE
WHEREAS, a Local Law electing a retirement incentive program was duly adopted by the Schuyler County Legislature on August 11, 1997, and
WHEREAS, Section 3 of said local law needs to be amended to change the open period during which eligible employees may retire and receive the additional retirement benefit from sixty (60) days to ninety (90) days.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 5 of the Year 1997 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 October 20, 1997 at 7:00 pm in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth St., Watkins Glen, NY.
LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 1997
A Local Law amending Local Law No. 4 of the Year 1997 electing a retirement incentive program as authorized by Chapter 41, Laws of 1997 for the eligible employees of the County of Schuyler.
BE IT ENACTED by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows:
Section 1. The County of Schuyler hereby elects to provide all of its eligible employees with a retirement incentive program authorized by Chapter 41, Laws of 1997.
Section 2. The commencement date of the retirement incentive program shall be September 2, 1997.
Section 3. The open period during which eligible employees may retire and receive the additional retirement benefit, shall be ninety (90) days in length through December 31, 1997. * Section 4. The actuarial present value of the additional retirement benefits payable pursuant to the provisions of this local law shall be paid as one lump sum, or in five annual installments. The amount of the annual payment shall be determined by the Actuary of the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System, and it shall be paid by the County of Schuyler for each employee who receives the retirement benefits payable under this local law.
Section 5. This act shall amend the act which took effect August 11, 1997. *
* Boldface is amended language.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 391 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE EXPENDITURE FOR FACILITATOR FOR CSEA ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT GRIEVANCE
WHEREAS, the County is committed to resolving a grievance with the CSEA Administrative Unit, and
WHEREAS, it is the agreement of both parties that a facilitator be obtained to assist in the matter with both parties sharing the cost of the same.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize the expenditure of up to $1,000 for facilitator services as agreed upon by both parties in order to resolve the grievance filed by CSEA Administrative Unit, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $1,000 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Civil Service/Personnel account no. 1430.435.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 392 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN AGREEMENT IN SETTLEMENT OF AN IMPROPER PRACTICE CHARGE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature accepts execution of the Settlement Agreement of the matter referenced in the Agreement relative to an Improper Practice Charge, and the terms set forth in the settlement agreement in full resolution of this matter, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign the Settlement Agreement relative to this matter, as approved by Labor Counsel.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 393 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: MOTION TO BRING THREE (3) RESOLUTIONS TO THE FLOOR
BE IT RESOLVED, that three (3) resolutions be brought to the floor.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 394 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN THE FISCAL YEAR 1997 SMALL CITIES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) CONTRACTS
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has been awarded $1,668,124 under the Fiscal 1997 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Canal Corridor Initiative.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize the Chairman of the Legislature to sign any and all contracts relative to the Grant, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 395 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - HOME HEALTH
WHEREAS, the Home Health Agency has over extended its Contracted Services and needs to add to money to the Rabies Exposure account.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer the following:
AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT AMOUNT TO ACCOUNT
$33,500 2960.440 $30,000 4010.490
$ 3,500 4042.358
VOTE: Passed 6-0. RESOLUTION NO. 396 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, a Corrections Officer is out on disability and the cost of his replacement and his salary has over exceeded the Sheriff's Jail Personnel Account by $20,000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be, and hereby is, authorized to transfer $20,000 from Sheriff account no. 3110.100 to Jail account no. 3150.100.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. The communications center is in phase two, the tower was the first phase. The project is a little behind schedule because of the UPS strike. Dispatching services will be ready around October 20, 1997.
Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Works Committee. The Highway department has been working hard. He gave an update on all of the county roads that have been paved and repaired. They will be receiving some new computer equipment and a new truck. They have set up a chart in the office for complaints.
Legislator Fitzsimmons reported on the Community Development & Natural Resources Committee. The Household Hazardous Waste Day will be held this month. On Monday, October 20, 1997 they will be discussing the economic development proposal.
Legislator Fitzsimmons reported on the Management & Finance Committee. They almost have a budget schedule completed. During the week of October 27, 1997 the budget teams will be presenting their increases to the committee. The committee will hear all of the proposals and then process them. Legislator Franzese asked when the Legislators will receive the budget. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that the department budgets were submitted last week. The Treasurer said that she is still is waiting for some figures from departments. Legislator Franzese asked for a date when she can review the budget. The Treasurer said that normally, the Management & Finance Committee wants a full ten days to review it. This year they have only requested five days. She should be able to supply a budget on October 24th. Legislator Fitzsimmons said that would be a good idea, a weekend for review is adequate from his perspective. Chairman Halpin explained that it is normal to receive the budget right before the workshops. Legislator Franzese said they used to set a date to receive the straw budget. The Treasurer stated that she can not supply what she does not have. Legislator Fitzsimmons suggested that maybe the Chairman write a letter to the departments that are delaying the process.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Soil & Water Conservation District. They have filed for a grant application for manure storage tanks which will include six farmers. They continue working on a grant for nutrient management for farmers in the upper Susquehanna watershed. The Sullivan Trail R C & D Board is writing a grant for four Schuyler County farmers in the Seneca Lake watershed for nutrient management plans. She added that the bond act grant includes money for ditch stabilization including Yates, Seneca, Ontario, Schuyler and Chemung counties.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Human Services Committee. Ron Alexander and herself attended a meeting in Syracuse on youth programs and funding. Counties are looking at providing youth services via one office, like one stop shopping. She is eager for Schuyler County to get a program in place and to use the money from the State of New York to make children services better. They need to submit one plan for all of the issues.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
NEW BUSINESS: Legislator Hastings asked the Legislature to consider adding a resolution to the agenda for the Special Meeting of the Legislature on October 20, 1997 regarding the New York State Constitutional Convention. It would be nice to have Schuyler County's input known before the November 4, 1997 elections. Legislator Fitzsimmons said he is not comfortable voting right now. Legislator Franzese feels that people have to make up their own minds. Chairman Halpin noted that the league of women voters opposes it. There was no interest in supporting a resolution.
Chairman Halpin reported that the economic development steering committee has finalized its report and handed it in October 1, 1997. It is now in the hands of all eight Legislators, Town Supervisors and Village Mayors. There are extra copies in the legislative office for the public. There will be a presentation on Monday, October 20, 1997 at 7:15 p.m. The proposal will, hopefully, be accepted by the Legislature by December 8, 1997. Chairman Halpin thanked Jim Wilson from ARC for providing conference rooms, meals and snacks for the steering committee. She also thanked all of the other members of the committee for working weekly, daily and sometimes all day. She also noted that October is National Disabled Employment Month.
Chairman Halpin announced that Ron Parmenter's newly opened retread factory is one of only two in the United States. Legislator Hastings added that Ron fought to have it in Schuyler County.
MOTION by Legislator Hastings to have the Chairman of the Legislature send a letter of thanks to Ron Parmenter. He employees around fifty people. SECOND by Legislator Fitzsimmons. Motion carried six ayes to zero noes.
Legislator Burnside reminded everyone that it is National Archives Week. There will be a program held at Hidden Valley all day tomorrow.
Legislator Hastings reminded everyone that they are all invited to the 4-H camp for awards. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer stated that as a member of local business, he publicly would like to thank Max Neal for a job well done.
Doris Karius congratulated the Legislature on proceeding with the implementation of Ag. District #2. The meeting adjourned at 8:08 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 20, 1997
The October 20, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Halpin at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Young and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Legislator Compton who was absent. County Attorney Coleman was excused.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Tom Ryan asked how many employees would be eligible for the early retirement program. Chairman Halpin explained that there are approximately ten, however, the county has to show a fifty percent savings in order to be eligible and they are not sure how many employees are interested. Tom asked if there was an eligible age. Chairman Halpin stated that they have to be fifty-five years of age with ten years experience.
RESOLUTION NO. 397 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
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. Adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 5 of the Year 1997 to Amend Local Law No. 4 of the Year 1997 Changing the Enrollment Period for the Early Retirement Program Elective
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 398 Motion by Young, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5/LOCAL LAW NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 1997 TO AMEND LOCAL LAW NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 1997 CHANGING THE ENROLLMENT PERIOD FOR THE EARLY RETIREMENT PROGRAM ELECTIVE WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law amending Local Law No. 4 changing the enrollment period for the early retirement incentive program elective was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held October 20, 1997, 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 said Local Law Intro. No. 5/Local Law No. 5 of the year 1997, 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. 5 of the year 1997, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper.
LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5/LOCAL LAW NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 1997
A Local Law amending Local Law No. 4 of the Year 1997 electing a retirement incentive program as authorized by Chapter 41, Laws of 1997 for the eligible employees of the County of Schuyler.
BE IT ENACTED by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows:
Section 1. The County of Schuyler hereby elects to provide all of its eligible employees with a retirement incentive program authorized by Chapter 41, Laws of 1997.
Section 2. The commencement date of the retirement incentive program shall be October 3, 1997.
Section 3. The open period during which eligible employees may retire and receive the additional retirement benefit, shall be ninety (90) days in length through December 31, 1997. *
Section 4. The actuarial present value of the additional retirement benefits payable pursuant to the provisions of this Local Law shall be paid as one lump sum, or in five annual installments. The amount of the annual payment shall be determined by the Actuary of the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System, and it shall be paid by the County of Schuyler for each employee who receives the retirement benefits payable under this Local Law.
Section 5. This act shall amend the act which took effect August 11, 1997. *
* Boldface is amended language. VOTE: Passed 7-0.
Legislator Franzese made a statement for the record. "Madam Chair, on October 24, 1997, I will resign as a District I Legislator. I must resign in order to have an opportunity to continue to work for the people of Schuyler County, the county I love. My family is moving October 24, 1997 to 207 Tenth Street, Watkins Glen, NY 14891, Town of Dix in the second legislative district of Schuyler County. I am a candidate for a seat in District 2.
Since this is my last official meeting with the Legislature I would like to publicly thank from my heart the many wonderful people in the Towns of Reading, Orange and Tyrone who came out in overwhelming support of me each time I have run. They hired me by their vote and gave me the opportunity to represent them. They entrusted me to be their voice in county government for the past sixteen years. Working as their full-time Legislator has been an extreme honor and great privilege! But, I must say the greatest challenge that I ever had to meet was taking the helm of this beautiful County in January 1992. My chairmanship came complete with a deficit; a zero fund balance; a major layoff of twenty-one county employees and a $2.1 million building addition to be completed. Together we made it! 1992-1996 were important recovery years. We have weathered the darkest period Schuyler County has ever had to face financially and emotionally.
Our ship of State has been rebuilt and it is time for this county to sail. I offer a few words of advice to my fellow Legislators. Remember, a good leader knows when to follow. Listen carefully to the people. Never forget who hired you.
It is time for real tax relief for our farmers, businesses and citizens of all ages. There is much yet to be done. Last, and most important, I owe a special thanks to all the county employees, department heads and Legislators that I have had the honor to work beside over the years. With the help and support of the people and, god willing, I will be rehired and back on board January, 1998. My thanks and best wishes for your budget work ahead."
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 10, 1997
The November 10, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Halpin at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Burnside and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Legislator Fitzsimmons stated as a citizen, he will remember Legislator Young as a legacy and he welcomed aboard the new Legislators. He feels they will make a good team. He thanked all of the people who ran for Legislator.
Sue Brill asked about the ninety day plan on the Mental Health/Public Health merger. Legislator Hastings stated that it was prepared for tonight, however, they may need to pull a resolution tonight that would make the plan complete. It will be presented at the December Regular Meeting.
Casey Creamer questioned Resolution No. 425 on the insurance adjustments for pickup trucks. He feels the resolution relates strictly to farmers and should relate to all. Chairman Halpin explained that it refers to pickup trucks in general. Legislator Hastings explained that this is a year end resolution for the farm bureau to voice their opinion to the State representatives and she asked for it to be on the agenda. Casey stated that it should be for all pickup owners not just farm owners. Chairman Halpin explained that a lot of organizations come to the Legislature for support.
Tom Ryan commented that he heard electronic monitoring is not effective. Chairman Halpin stated that Ron Alexander, Director of Probation, has done a lot of research on it and feels confident that it will work. Tom asked who will be handling it. Ron Alexander explained that it will be monitored from Washington State. If there is an occurrence, there is a written report issued the next day and they call him at home immediately.
CERTIFICATION OF RECOGNITION PRESENTATION TO ANNE BALCH AT 7:00 P.M.: Legislator Hastings read a Certificate of Recognition to Anne Balch. She added that Anne will be missed, she was a department head with a wonderful disposition.
RESOLUTION NO. 399 Motion by Burnside, Second by Hastings.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - FILL LEGISLATURE VACANCIES
WHEREAS, vacancies exist in District I of the Legislature of Schuyler County as the result of the resignations of Legislators Angeline B. Franzese and Charles E. Young, and
WHEREAS, Local Law No. 3 of the year 1976 duly adopted by this Legislature provides as follows: "In the event of a vacancy created by the happening of one of the events defined in section thirty of the Public Officers Law of the State of New York before the expiration of the term of any member of the Legislature, such vacancy shall be filled by appointment of the County Legislature of a qualified person who shall hold such office until such person's successor is elected at the next general election in conformity with applicable and controlling statutory provision," and WHEREAS, at the recent election on November 4, 1997, Richard L. Little and Ruth S. Young were the non-incumbent highest vote winners for District I, indicating they are the choice the people of that District would like representing them.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to Local Law No. 3 of 1976 that Richard L. Little and Ruth S. Young be, and hereby are, appointed as County Legislators to represent District I commencing immediately to fill the vacated terms ending December 31, 1997.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
Judge John Callanan issued the Oath of Office to new Legislators Richard L. Little and Ruth S. Young.
Legislators Thurston and Fitzsimmons acknowledged Judge Callanan's pending retirement and thanked him for his many years of service.
RESOLUTION NO. 400 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE OCTOBER 14, 1997 REGULAR MEETING AND OCTOBER 20, 1997 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the October 14, 1997 Regular Meeting and October 20, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 401 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: APPROVAL OF THE OFFICE FOR THE AGING 1998 ANNUAL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR THE OLDER AMERICANS ACT AND NEW YORK STATE 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, and
WHEREAS, the plan requires approval by the Schuyler County Legislature in 1997, and
WHEREAS, the Public Hearing on the Annual Implementation Plan was held on October 3rd, 1997 at 1:00 p.m., and WHEREAS, none of the Office for the Aging programs will be funded with Federal or State funds until the plan has been approved by the Schuyler County Legislature and submitted to the New York State Office for the Aging and approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature, be and hereby is, 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 this Legislature be, and hereby is, authorized to sign those contracts and agreements necessary to carry out the services provided by the Schuyler County Office for the Aging, upon approval of the contract or agreement by the County Attorney. Schedule of Contracts and agreements as follows:
1. Burdett Area Meal Site - Congregate Meal Space Rental 1/1/98 - 12/31/98 - $190 per month.
2. St. James Episcopal Church - Congregate Meal Space Rental - 1/1/98 - 12/31/98 - $190 per month.
3. Dennis J. Morris - Legal Services for the Elderly - 1/1/98 - 12/31/98 - $6,000.
4. Anne Heist - Registered Dietician, Congregate and Home Delivered Meal Programs - 8 hours per week - 1/1/98 - 12/31/98 - $15/hour.
5. Anne Heist - Registered Dietician, SNAP Program - 4 hours per week - 4/1/98 - 3/31/99 - $15/hour.
6. Retired Senior Volunteer Program - Escort Service - 1/1/98 - 12/31/98 - $11,578.
7. Richard C. Bornholdt - Planning Consultant - 4/4/98 - 3/31/99 - $4,800.
8. Schuyler County Home Health Agency - Homemaker/Personal Care Services - 4/1/98 - 3/31/99 - $29,333.
Chemung County Office for the Aging - EISEP (Expanded In-home Services for the Elderly Program) - 4/1/98 - 3/31/99 - $82,295.
10. Economic Opportunity Program of Chemung and Schuyler Counties - Title V (Senior Community Service Employment Program) - 7/1/98 - 6/30/99 - $26,891.
11. Any other contracts specific to the execution of OFA Annual Implementation Plan.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 402 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings. RE: AMEND 1997 BUDGET - SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, Schuyler County Department of Social Services has entered into an agreement with Health Futures Group for consultant services for Managed Care, and
WHEREAS, the $25,000 cost for these services will be covered in the 1997-98 Managed Care Grant.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be, and hereby is, authorized to transfer $25,000 to account no. 6010.4.435 Professional Fees and $25,000 to account no. 6010A3610 State Aid Administration.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 403 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE 1998 DWI PLAN - 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 1998 STOP-D.W.I. Program; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 404 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: APPROVE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH STRATEGIC TECHNOLOGIES, INC. AND TRANSFER FUNDS FOR ELECTRONIC HOME MONITORING - PROBATION
WHEREAS, the Probation Department has been researching the utilization of electronic home monitoring as an effective Alternative to Incarceration, and
WHEREAS, the most cost-effective and efficient vendor to provide said service is Strategic Technologies, Inc., and WHEREAS, the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee has approved the above service and the lease agreement for the same, and
WHEREAS, the funds for the above are in the 1998 budget of the Probation Department and it is encouraged by the above committee of the Legislature that the above service be commenced in 1997, and
WHEREAS, there are funds available in the Probation Department budget for said service to commence in 1997, and
WHEREAS, it is believed fees can be collected from the offender to greatly offset the cost of said equipment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be authorized to sign the Lease Agreement between the County of Schuyler and Strategic Technologies, Inc. for the provision of electronic home monitoring subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in order to provide the above service in 1997, the sum of $240.00 be transferred from account no. 3140.246, the sum of $50.00 be transferred from account no. 3140.260, and the sum of $210.00 from account no. 3140.431 to a newly established account no. 3140.4 and that a revenue account also be established to enable fees to be collected from the offender to help offset the cost of said equipment.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 405 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 330-97 AMENDING THE OFFICE FOR THE AGING 1997 BUDGET
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 330-97 authorized the increase of $1,200 to Personnel Fringe (6772.100), and
WHEREAS, it has since been determined that this portion of the carry-over federal funding for OFA should be used to increase the food line item, 6772.454.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is authorized to increase account no. 6772.454 for the Office for the Aging by $1,200.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 406 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: AUTHORIZE MAINTENANCE/CLEANING AGREEMENTS FOR 1998 WITH BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS - MENTAL HEALTH AND FLACRA
WHEREAS, Schuyler County Buildings and Grounds already has maintenance/cleaning agreements with Mental Health and FLACRA, and
WHEREAS, the contracts are going to be expanded to include maintenance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign the above contracts for the period of January 1, 1998 to December 31, 1998 subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
WITHDRAWN
RE: AUTHORIZE MAINTENANCE WITH BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS DEPARTMENT - ELMIRA PSYCHIATRIC CENTER - WITHDRAWN
WHEREAS, Schuyler County Buildings and Grounds provides minor maintenance, lawn care, and snow removal for the Mill Creek Center Building, and
WHEREAS, Elmira Psychiatric Center rents a portion of that facility.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman be authorized to sign an agreement between Buildings and Grounds and Elmira Psychiatric Center for providing the services above for the period April 1, 1997 to December 31, 1997, subject to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
RESOLUTION NO. 407 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE COMPREHENSIVE USAGE AGREEMENT WITH BELL ATLANTIC - BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
WHEREAS, the New York State Office of General Services and Technology has negotiated a contract with Bell Atlantic to receive a significant discount off their undiscounted local usage, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County, by taking advantage of this agreement, will receive approximately 29% discount on all local calls made.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign an agreement with Bell Atlantic for the period November 10, 1997 until February 28, 2001, subject to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 408 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE/LEASE AGREEMENT FOR DTN WEATHER CENTER SERVICES - HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, an arrangement has been made between the Schuyler County Highway Department and Watkins Glen International to share a weather center system with the initial start up cost of $219 being shared by the parties; a $68 monthly fee being shared by the parties; and a one-time dish purchase of $242 per party.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a Letter of Agreement with Watkins Glen International for sharing a Data Transmission Network (DTN) weather center system with the Schuyler County Highway Department as outlined above; Letter of Agreement subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0. Abstain: Thurston.
RESOLUTION NO. 409 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING VACANT LABORER POSITION AND AUTHORIZE THE CREATION AND FILLING OF ANOTHER LABORER POSITION
WHEREAS, there is a vacant position for a laborer in the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee recommends the creation and filling of the position of another Laborer in the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, the Personnel Officer has reviewed the duties statement presented and titled the same as Laborer, and
WHEREAS, funding for these positions will be included in the 1998 Highway budget account no. D5110.100.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby approve the filling of the vacant Laborer position, at a rate of $9.84, and approve the creation and filling of the position of Laborer in the Highway Department at an hourly rate of $9.84 and authorize the County Highway Superintendent to fill said positions for 40 hours per week.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 410 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: TRANSFER OF FUNDS - OVERTIME - HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent was informed that the overtime account in Maintenance of Roads Personnel Services has been depleted and that there is an excess amount in Snow Removal Personnel Services Overtime.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be, and hereby is, authorized to transfer $5,000 from account no. 5142.101 to account no. 5110.101.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 411 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: APPOINTMENT - SOUTHERN TIER CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of Charles Fausold to the Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board to replace Ed Anna for the term effective immediately and terminating December 31, 1998.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 412 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE PARENT REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE TRANSPORTATION OF A PRESCHOOL HANDICAPPED CHILD
WHEREAS, Section 4410 of the NYS Education Law requires Schuyler County to provide transportation to preschool children with disabilities, and
WHEREAS, the transportation reimbursement rate in Schuyler County is presently $.29 per mile, and
WHEREAS, the preschool child needs to be transported to the Caroline Preschool Special Education Program in the Ithaca City School District and that there are not other means of transportation available to this program at the particular times necessary with the exception of hiring a taxi-cab, and
WHEREAS, the parent has been transporting this child at the reimbursement rate allowed, and she has agreed to continue to transport her preschooler for a set rate per day, and
WHEREAS, the parent is requesting that the County reimburse her at the rate of $40.00 per day. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby authorizes reimbursement to the parent at a rate of $40.00 per day to transport her preschool child while attending this program.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 413 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT AND THE FILLING OF A PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE POSITION IN THE PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICE
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) has state aid funds available to increase public health programs in Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature would like to access these funds and increase public health services in Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Public Health Office be authorized to advertise and fill a Public Health Nurse position, at a grade level XXVII, at a salary of $14.67 per hour; funding to be from account no. 4010.100.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 414 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AMEND 1997 COUNTY BUDGET - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Mental Health Clinic has received $74,730 in Federal Salary Sharing Administrative funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the 1997 Mental Health Clinic budget be amended as follows:
Revenue:
Increase A4310.4490-4314 $74,730
Appropriations:
Equipment A4310.200-4314 $24,730
Professional Services A4310.435-4314 $50,000 TOTAL $74,730, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the expenditure for these items.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 415 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: INCREASE AGREEMENT WITH PATTI RONSVALLE COUNSELING & CONSULTING SERVICES, INC. - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, there is a need for additional services from Patti Ronsvalle Counseling & Consulting Services, Inc., a subsidiary of Big Kids Publishing, Inc.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign an amended agreement with Patti Ronsvalle Counseling & Consulting Services, Inc., a subsidiary of Big Kids Publishing, Inc. for the year 1997, an increase in an amount not to exceed $3,500, for Mental Health consultation, prevention, education, outreach and related services in Schuyler County; and subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. Funding is available in the 1997 County Budget.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 416 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: CREATE AND FILL ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS - MENTAL HEALTH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, this Legislature has approved the consolidation of administration in the Mental Health and Public Health departments, as recommended in the study by the Center for Governmental Research, and
WHEREAS, certain changes in job duties are recommended to reflect increasing responsibilities for some staff in these departments, and to enhance the efficient operation of the consolidation, and
WHEREAS, multiple vacancies exist in both departments which purposely have not been filled until the needs of both departments could be better determined, and
WHEREAS, as a result of our analysis, these two positions are being requested to meet the needs of both departments.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the creation and filling of two administrative positions which will be half-time in the Public Health Department and half-time in the Mental Health Department, subject to certification by the Personnel Officer approving the titles of said positions, setting the grade levels and establishing salaries. Once these positions are filled, the Office Manager position in Public Health and the Fiscal Manager position and one Data Entry Operator position in Mental Health will be abolished.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings explained that the job descriptions needed to be given to Civil Service in time for tonight's meeting and that did not happen. She asked that the Legislature not hold up this process any longer and pass this resolution contingent on all Legislators receiving the necessary information and signing their name that they received it. Legislator Young asked if they were two half-time positions. Legislator Hastings explained that they are two full-time positions working half in each department. Duane Spilde explained that they are eliminating three positions and creating two new ones. The Personnel Officer has to grade and title the positions yet. County Attorney Coleman said that in order to vote on these resolutions the Legislature needs to amend the Rules of Procedure because there is no Civil Service certification.
MOTION by Legislator Fitzsimmons to suspend the Rules of Procedure, SECOND by Legislator Thurston. Motion carried seven ayes to one no. No: Young.
VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Young.
RESOLUTION NO. 417 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF POSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - HEALTH SERVICES DEPARTMENTS
WHEREAS, the merging of the Community Services Department and the Public Health Department has made obvious the need for a new administrative position, and
WHEREAS, the NYS Mental Health Department and the NYS Civil Service Department both agreed to establish the title and duties of Administrative Officer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby create the position of Administrative Officer to serve the community services, mental health, public health and home health departments, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the position of Administrative Officer shall be placed in Grade D of the Management/Confidential Salary Plan, said position having been evaluated according to the Factor Rating System, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Mary Wilson be appointed to that position, effective November 12, 1997 at an annual salary of $28,500 pending approval of NYS Mental Health Department and the Personnel Officer.
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 418 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ADOPT AMENDED SCHUYLER COUNTY PURCHASING POLICY
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Purchasing Policy has not been updated in three (3) years, and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department was referred to as a unit of the Schuyler County Treasurer's Office, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature approved the separation of Purchasing as a separate Department in July, 1995.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approve the amended Purchasing Policy, which is on file in the Legislative Office, to include minor clarification of current policy and refer to the Purchasing Department as a separate Department of Schuyler County.
VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings.
RESOLUTION NO. 419 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ADOPT AMENDED SCHUYLER COUNTY FIXED ASSETS POLICY
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Fixed Assets Policy has not been updated in three (3) years, and
WHEREAS, the insurance carrier has separated computer, leased and mobile assets from the general insurance umbrella, and
WHEREAS, the previous Fixed Assets Policy referred to the Fixed Assets Division as a unit of the Schuyler County Treasurer's Office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approve the amended Fixed Assets Policy, which is on file in the Legislative Office, which includes clarifying insurance coverage to include computer, leased and mobile equipment, minimum specifications for insurance coverage and clarification as to the proper procedure for reporting the addition or deletion of Fixed Assets to the insurance carrier, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approve the amended Fixed Assets Policy to refer to the Fixed Assets Division, a unit of the Schuyler County Purchasing Department.
VOTE: Passed 8-0. RESOLUTION NO. 420 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: RESOLUTION PROVIDING AN ALTERNATIVE 25 YEAR RETIREMENT PLAN FOR SHERIFF, UNDERSHERIFFS, CORRECTION OFFICERS AND DEPUTY SHERIFFS WHOSE DUTIES INVOLVE AT LEAST 50% CRIMINAL LAW ENFORCEMENT
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby elect to provide that alternative retirement plan described in Section 89-p of the Retirement and Social Security Law, as presently or hereafter amended, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this plan shall be effective beginning on the 1st day of January, 1998.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 421 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: RESOLUTION ELECTING A 25 YEAR RETIREMENT PLAN, WITH ADDITIONAL 1/60THS BENEFIT AFTER TWENTY-FIVE YEARS ACCORDING TO ARTICLE 14-B OF THE RETIREMENT AND SOCIAL SECURITY LAW FOR THE SHERIFF, UNDERSHERIFF AND CERTAIN DEPUTY SHERIFFS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby elect to assume the entire additional cost required to provide the twenty-five year retirement plan, with additional 1/60ths benefits provided in sections 551 and 551.e, under Article 14-B, of the Retirement and Social Security Law, for its Sheriff, Undersheriff and Deputy Sheriffs whose duties include at least 50% criminal law enforcement, pursuant to Chapter 165 of the Laws of 1995, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the effective date of this plan shall be the 1st day of January, 1998.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 422 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PROFESSIONAL FEES AND SERVICES - CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL
WHEREAS, the present balance in Personnel Account No. 1430.435 is short for Professional Fees and Services up to and including August 31, 1997 in the amount of approximately $1600.00, and
WHEREAS, there will be additional Professional Fees and Services billings for the months of September, October, November and December, 1997. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer funds in the amount of $5,515 from Unallocated Insurance Account No.1910.423 to Personnel Account No. 1430.435 to cover aforesaid charges.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 423 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: RESCIND RESOLUTION NO. 376-97 AND ADOPT MATRIX FOR DEPUTY/CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEE SALARY INCREASES FOR 1998.
WHEREAS, the Legislature has considered the opinions expressed by management/confidential employees in regard to 1997 performance appraisals and 1998 increases for deputies and confidential employees, and
WHEREAS, in 1998 the Legislature will review the Management Confidential Salary Plan and will revise it in an effort to improve the procedure.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 376-97 be rescinded, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby adopts the following matrix for calculating Deputy and Confidential Employee salary increases for the year 1998 based upon the employee's salary and performance appraisal.
EXCELLENT MORE THAN GOOD LESS THAN UNSATISFACTORY EXPECTED EXPECTED 4.5% 4% 3.5% 0% 0%
VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings.
RESOLUTION NO. 424 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young.
RE: SUPPORT FARM BUREAU EFFORTS TO MAINTAIN DAIRY PRICES
WHEREAS, dairy farmers produce approximately 50% of the agricultural income in New York State, the Northeast Dairy Compact is a tool which can assist dairy farmers in reaching a higher level of profitability, and
WHEREAS, if the Schuyler County Farm Bureau is to have the support of New York dairy farmers, the Farm Bureau must take aggressive action to seek a sustained increase in the milk price received by the farmer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature supports the inclusion of New York under the Northeast Dairy Compact. VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 425 Motion by Hastings, Second by Young.
RE: OPPOSE PREMIUM ADJUSTMENTS TO OWNERS OF PICKUP TRUCKS
WHEREAS, the insurance industry has announced that the cost of liability insurance to owners of pickup trucks will be increased by as much as 20%, and
WHEREAS, pickup trucks are an essential and common vehicle used in agriculture and this proposed action by the insurance industry will place an undue burden on farmers or any other business owners.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature oppose any premium adjustments which discriminate against farm policy holders who insure pickup trucks, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature supports an effort to educate the New York State Insurance Commission regarding the proposed industry discrimination in liability policy rates of owners of pickup trucks.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 426 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE REVISED REPORT OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE LAKES PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION AGENCY AND (SCHUYLER COUNTY LAKES PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION DISTRICT)
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature was presented from various property owners on Lamoka and Waneta Lake a petition requesting that the county consider the creation of a county district to address lake management concerns and the control of aquatic vegetation, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature, having received said petitions and pursuant to the provisions of Article 5A of the County Law, appointed and established the Schuyler County Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation Agency to study and make recommendations as to the formation of a Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County) and having all the powers under Sections 252, 253 and 254 of Article 5A of the County Law in order to receive and review a revised District Formation Report prepared pursuant to Section 253 of Article 5A of County Law and submitted by the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association at its own cost and expense together with maps and plans of said proposed district, and WHEREAS, the Steuben County Legislature has also established a Steuben County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency for the said purposes above since Lamoka Lake and Waneta Lake are located within the adjoining Counties of Schuyler and Steuben, and
WHEREAS, the Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agencies of Schuyler and Steuben Counties meeting jointly and severally, received a District Formation Report for the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District prepared by Fagan Engineers for Schuyler County and Steuben County, the original of which was presented in September 1996 and revised in December 1996, August 1997, September 1997 and October 1997, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation Agency forwarded the District Formation Report as revised as of December 1996 to the Schuyler County Legislature on June 9, 1997 together with its report and recommendations, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature authorized a public hearing for the formation of the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County) by Resolution No. 274 of 1997 adopted July 14, 1997 and published in the official newspaper of the county as required by law, and which public hearing was duly held at the stated times and place on August 29, 1997 at the Bradford Central School and Resolution of the Schuyler County Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation Agency, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has effectively remanded the District Formation Report to the Schuyler County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency for consideration of necessary corrections brought forward by the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association and other revisions, and
WHEREAS, revised District Formation Report for the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District dated August 1997 together with maps and plans was subsequently filed with the Schuyler agency by Fagan Engineers on behalf of the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association and has been reviewed and revised by said Agency at meetings on September 22, 1997 and October 1, 1997, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 256 of the County Law the boundaries and the amount thereof required further study and changes and the same was referred back to the Schuyler County Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation Agency who has taken the aforesaid action and therefore a public hearing is required.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the revised report, maps and plans for the proposed Schuyler County Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District which has been revised as above stated to October 1997 be received, accepted and placed on file and incorporated herein by reference as though fully set forth. 2. That the District Formation Report as revised as of October 1997 together with the maps and plans for the proposed Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District as prepared and submitted by Fagan Engineers, Consulting Engineers, of Elmira, New York, be received, accepted and placed on file and incorporated herein by reference as though fully set forth.
3. That the recommendation revised in said report together with its maps and plans are hereby accepted. After examination of same and review of all other pertinent information and data associated with this study, that the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District is necessary, required and should be addressed.
4. That the said Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District for Lamoka and Waneta Lakes be established jointly with Steuben County in order to serve the properties adjoining said lakes and in the proposed District as shown in said report.
5. That the District should include all of the properties as shown and referred to in the said District Formation Report revised.
6. That Schuyler County take such measures related to formation of the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District jointly with Steuben County as may be required by law.
7. That the Schuyler County Legislature authorize the issuance of bonds in the amount of $213,690.00 for the Schuyler County share of the initial cost of the District, which together with bonds in the amount of $92,310.00 to be issued by the Steuben County Legislature will amount to the total continued cost of $306,000 as specified in the District Formation Report.
8. That the administration of said District be a joint function of Schuyler County and Steuben County in accordance with an intergovernmental agreement pursuant to Article 5A of the County Law the administrative head or body of which should be comprised of seven voting members and two ex officio, non-voting members for a total of nine members as follows: one Schuyler County Legislator, one Town of Tyrone elected official, one Town of Orange elected official, two owners of real property within the Schuyler County portion of the District, one representative (ex officio) of the Schuyler County Soil and Water Conservation District, one Town of Wayne elected official, one owner of real property within the Steuben county portion of the District, and one representative (ex officio) of the Steuben County Soil and Water Conservation District. Of the three owners of real property so represented, there must be at least one representative from each lake, i.e., at least one of the three must own property on Lamoka Lake and at least one of the three must own property on Waneta Lake. The voting members shall be comprised initially of three appointed for two years and four appointed for four years. Thereafter, appointments shall be staggered four-year appointments with no voting members permitted to exceed three consecutive terms. In addition, the respective County Legislature shall seek nominations from the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association as to the three owners of real property so represented, though the County Legislatures shall not be bound by such nominations.
9. That an additional public hearing on the proposed District be held by the Schuyler County Legislature pursuant to Article 5A of the County Law because of the revisions made in the District Formation Report as above stated, such public hearing to be held not less than ten (10) days nor more than twenty (20) days from the adoption of this resolution in the manner and form as provided by said Article 5A of the County Law.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked about Section 7 referring to the issuance of bonds. Chairman Halpin explained that it is up to the county to do the bonding, we have to be the bonding agents. County Attorney Coleman explained the time line of the process to Legislator Young. The Treasurer then explained that the bond will be paid for by the taxes collected over three years.
VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Young.
RESOLUTION NO. 427 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE FORMATION OF A LAMOKA/WANETA LAKE PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION DISTRICT (SCHUYLER COUNTY)
WHEREAS, a petition for the establishment of the Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County) has been filed on the 5th day of August 1996, and
WHEREAS, this Legislature has established a Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County) Agency having all of the powers as provided under Article 5A of the County Law, and
WHEREAS, said County Agency had maps and plans prepared of the areas to be serviced by a Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District, and has submitted its revised resolution and revised report together with a revised District Formation Report for the Lamoka/Waneta Schuyler County Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District prepared by Fagan Engineers and revised October 1, 1997, and
WHEREAS, the said District Formation Report together with the Resolution and Report of the aforesaid County agency, including an estimated cost has been duly filed with the County Legislature and said Agency has made its recommendations and requests as more fully embodied in said resolution and Report as filed with the Clerk of the County Legislature, and WHEREAS, the maximum cost of the said District for Schuyler County is $213,690 and
WHEREAS, it is now desirous to call a public hearing pursuant to County Law Section 256 to consider said proposal to establish said District in accordance with the provisions of Article 5A of the County Law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows:
SECTION 1. A meeting of the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler County shall be held in the Upstairs Courtroom of the Court House, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY on the 24th day of November,1997 at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time, for the purpose of conducting a public hearing upon the aforesaid proposal to establish a Schuyler County Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District in said County to be known as Schuyler County Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District consisting of territory within Schuyler County as hereinafter described, and for such further action on the part of the said County Legislature in relation thereto as may be required by law or proper in the premises.
SECTION 2. The Boundaries of said proposed Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District are as stated in the Notice of Public Hearing:
SECTION 3. Notice of Public Hearing.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler will meet in the Upstairs Courtroom of the Court House, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY on the 24th day of November, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of conducting a public hearing for the proposal to establish a County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District in the aforesaid County to be known as the Schuyler County Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection District substantially in accordance with a report and certain maps and plans and a revised District Formation Report for the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes' Protection and Rehabilitation District and filed with the said County Legislature by the Schuyler County Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation Agency acting as a County Agency at which times and place said County Legislature will consider said proposal and hear all parties interested therein concerning the same. Said report, maps and plans are on file with the Clerk of the County Legislature for viewing by the general public during official office hours.
It is proposed that such Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District shall comprise of an area in said County consisting of the area located within the Lamoka/Waneta Lake Watershed all more fully described as follows:
(Description on file in the Legislative Office) The improvements proposed for the said Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District more fully described in the maps and plans are filed with the Clerk of the County Legislature by the Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District.
The maximum amount to be expended for said improvements is the sum of $213,690.00 and will be assessed in proportion as nearly as may be to the benefit which each lot or parcel of land will derive therefrom pursuant to Section 271 of the County Law. (Alternate Method of Assessment).
The cost of said district improvement to the typical average property in said district with a lot size of up to 80 feet will be $90.19 per year.
The expenses of said district to the extent of the amounts to be expended and not paid from revenues of said district shall be raised pursuant to Section 271 of the County Law (Alternate Method of Assessment) and more fully stated in the District Formation Report prepared by Fagan Engineers as herein stated.
The County Legislature may determine to issue, pursuant to the local finance, the obligations of the County in such amount as the Legislature may estimate to be sufficient to pay the entire costs of the improvements, but not to excess of the maximum amount to be expended for the improvements as stated in this Notice of Public Hearing.
SIGNED BY ORDER OF THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER, NEW YORK
SECTION 4. That the Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to cause a copy of this Resolution and Notice of Public Hearing to be published in the official paper of the County not less than ten (10) nor more than twenty (20) days before the date set herein for said Public Hearing.
SECTION 5. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Young.
RESOLUTION NO. 428 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: RESOLUTION AND NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE PURSUANT TO 6NYCRR PART 617 RELATIVE TO THE PROPOSED FORMATION OF THE LAKES PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION DISTRICTS FOR LAMOKA AND WANETA LAKES - FAILED
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 271-97, the Schuyler County Legislature has stated its intent to assume responsibility as lead agency under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQR) and pursuant to the provisions of 6NYCRR Part 617, and WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has reviewed and considered a full Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) prepared for the proposed project, and
WHEREAS, EAF Part 2 and Part 3 have been filed and received by the Schuyler County Legislature and reviewed and considered for the proposed project, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has reviewed and considered the environmental and public health impacts presented in the District Formation Report associated with the proposed creation of this District.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature, acting as lead agency, finds that the implementation of the actions proposed will not result in significant adverse impacts upon the environment, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the full environment assessment form and District Formation Report documents that constitute the environmental record review for the proposed action shall be maintained on file in the office of the Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature shall file and hereby is directed to transmit a certified copy of this resolution and appropriate notice to each of the following: Schuyler County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency, Schuyler County Attorney, Schuyler County Planning Commission, Steuben County Legislature, Steuben County Attorney, Steuben County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency, Town of Tyrone Supervisor, Town of Wayne Supervisor, Town of Orange Supervisor, the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes' Association, Schuyler County Environmental Management Council, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (Albany, Latham and Avon offices), New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and the New York State Electric and Gas Corporation (NYSEG).
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings stated that she will be voting no on this resolution because of the use of SONAR in the lake. Legislator Thurston stated that he can not support this resolution either because of the "NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature, acting as lead agency, finds that the implementation of the actions proposed will not result in significant adverse impacts upon the environment, and". Legislator Young said that they may not receive money from the Environmental Bond Act because of the use of chemicals. She would like to see them work hard to get money from the Bond Act and use it to do work on the lake. Dennis Fagan said he thought the Environmental Management Council (EMC) approved the application of SONAR pending a permit from the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). Chairman Halpin explained that the EMC also recommended that part of the proposal be that there be a long term solution.
VOTE: Failed 2-6. Noes: Compton, Thurston, Little, Young, Fitzsimmons, Hastings. RESOLUTION NO. 429 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN CHEMUNG, SCHUYLER, ALLEGANY AND STEUBEN COUNTIES FOR THE SOUTHERN TIER REGIONAL SPECIAL NEEDS PROJECT
WHEREAS, the Departments of Social Services and Mental Hygiene Services of Chemung, Steuben, Allegany and Schuyler Counties, have been involved in joint inter- municipal planning for a future Southern Tier Regional Special Needs Plan to determine the best approach for serving individuals with special needs within the managed care environment, and
WHEREAS, successful Medicaid Managed Care Plans are operational in the Southern Tier delivering primary health care to a large number of individuals who are Medicaid eligibles, and
WHEREAS, quality of care with substantial cost effectiveness has been demonstrated, and
WHEREAS, a feasibility study will allow the Southern Tier to further enhance the quality and cost effectiveness of primary health care integrated with the designated special care treatment services, and
WHEREAS, a grant has been approved from the Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS), affiliated with the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs in Princeton, NJ, providing funding for a "Southern Tier Regional Special Needs Plan Feasibility Study".
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the Chairman to execute an agreement to participate with the counties of Chemung, Steuben and Allegany in the "Southern Tier Regional Special Needs Plan Feasibility Study", with the understanding that there will be no additional cost to the County for this project; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 430 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, in July 1997, Schuyler County Legislature supported the joint application of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County and Schuyler County Department of Social Services for a Food Stamp Education Grant, and
WHEREAS, on October 20, 1997, Schuyler County was officially notified that the grant 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 the period October 1, 1997-September 30, 1998 in the amount of $86,770 ($43,385 Extension Local Inkind and $43,385 Federal (less $3,470 for evaluation costs withheld by NYS). There is no local taxpayer cost, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to establish account no. 6010.566 in the Social Services contractual budget account with an allocation of $4,500 (balance to be in 1998 budget) and revenues of $4,500 to be added to account no. 6010-4611 Federal Aid Food Stamps.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 431 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON COUNTY BUDGET FOR 1998
WHEREAS, a public hearing in respect to the 1998 County Budget is required by law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a public hearing in regard to the 1998 County Budget, as required by Section 359 of the County Law, be held in the Courtroom on the second floor of the Courthouse, Watkins Glen, NY on November 24, 1997 at 7:30 p.m., and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 152 of the County Law 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, that if this resolution is approved, the Clerk of the Legislature give appropriate public notice of said hearing, provide at least one hundred copies of the tentative budget, and otherwise comply with the requirements of Section 359 of the County Law.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 432 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: SET DATES - SPECIAL MEETINGS OF THE LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, any alterations to the tentative budget must be by resolution following the deadline for the Finance Committee Report.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Special Meetings of the Schuyler County Legislature be held after the Public Hearing on November 24, 1997; 11:00 a.m. on December 1, 1997 at the Legislative Chambers, Watkins Glen, New York for the following item of business: 1. Allow alterations to the tentative budget for 1998, 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. 433 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: REJECT BID - RUBBLE MOUND BREAKWATER REPAIR
WHEREAS, there is funding available in the breakwater capital account to cover the expenses of repair work to the Rubble Mound Breakwater, and
WHEREAS, bids have been solicited with only one bid being received for the repair work, and
WHEREAS, it is recommended that the bid be rejected and re-advertisement for the work be done again in the Spring.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby reject the bid from R. & L. Perry Construction, Inc. in the amount of $38,000 for repair to the Rubble Mound Breakwater, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor re-advertise for the repair work in the Spring of 1998.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 434 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: UNPAID SCHOOL TAXES - ASSESSED AND RELEVIED FOR 1997
WHEREAS, the County Treasurer will submit to this County Legislature on or about November 30, 1997, 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 1997, as they appear on said certified list be, and the same hereby are, approved as of November 30, 1997, 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 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 435 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE/TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PRINTERS - TREASURER'S OFFICE
WHEREAS, the Treasurer's Office has continued to have problems printing to the printer in the Purchasing Department, and
WHEREAS, there is $500 in the Treasurer's equipment budget for calculators which has not been required and the cost of two printers will be $512.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to purchase two printers at a cost of $512 plus shipping, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $12.00 from account no. 1325.400 and $500 from account no. 1325.203 to account no. 1325.246.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 436 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF DISK DRIVE AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS - TREASURER'S OFFICE
WHEREAS, the Treasurer's office is receiving system messages indicating that one of the disk drives may be failing, and
WHEREAS, there is not a service contract on the Data General Aviion and there is also a need for additional disk space.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Treasurer is authorized to have the service representative check the disk and purchase a 4GB external drive at a total cost not to exceed $5,000, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Treasurer is authorized to make the following transfers to fund this repair and upgrade:
FROM TO AMOUNT
1910.423 1325.208 $2,149.00
1910.423 1325.426 2,158.00 1325.459 1325.426 300.00
TOTAL $4,607.00
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 437 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT OF LOAN COMMITTEE FOR CANAL CORRIDOR INITIATIVE GRANT
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has been awarded a Canal Corridor Initiative Grant which is primarily being given in the form of a loan, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the County Treasurer and Management and Finance Committee that a Loan Committee be established to oversee the distribution of the loan funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes the creation of a Loan Committee for the Canal Corridor Initiative Grant, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature approve the appointment of the following individuals to the Loan Committee:
Nancy A. Peters, County Treasurer John Czamanske, Cooperative Extension Planner Audrey Manchester, Chemung Canal Trust Company Doug Cotton, Cotton Hanson Marty Macinski, Esq., Standing Stone Winery
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 438 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: RESOLUTION OF OPPOSITION TO STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK SALARY AND TUITION INCREASES
WHEREAS, at a recent meeting of the Board of Trustees of the State University of New York (SUNY), the Board increased the salary of the Chancellor from $170,000 to $250,000 annually, and
WHEREAS, within minutes of that decision, the Board then increased the tuition for students that attend a SUNY, and
WHEREAS, this Legislature is charged with representing the taxpayers of Schuyler County including the 100+ students from Schuyler County that attend a SUNY. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby opposes both the exorbitant salary increase for the State University of New York Chancellor and the subsequent increase in the tuition rate for students that attend a State University of New York college, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature be directed to send a certified copy of this resolution to the Board of Trustees of the State University of New York.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Thurston explained that there are at least 160 students enrolled from Schuyler County at State Universities of New York (SUNYs). This decision to increase the salary of the Chancellor and then in the next five minutes raise the tuition was a slap in the face to parents. The Chancellor had only been on the job for six months. Legislator Thurston stated that there is a list on the table in the Chambers of all of the SUNY Board of Trustees members. He suggested people get on the phone or the Internet and write them about this issue.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. The new consoles are running now in the Sheriff's department and the dispatchers are being trained on them. They should be up and running a week from Friday.
Legislator Burnside reported on the Governmental Operations Committee. The STAR program information is available in the Real Property Tax Office. He encouraged folks to get in on it and talk to the Director of Real Property in order to possibly receive a tax break on school taxes.
Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Works Committee. He gave an update on the roads that have recently been paved. The fire alarm system installation from the Highway Department to the Sheriff's Department will take another two or three weeks. The fire alarm system installation at the Rural Urban Center should be complete by the end of the year. Simplex will be installing both systems.
Legislator Fitzsimmons reported on the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee. The Legislature is in support of the contract with Cooperative Extension for planning services for 1998. Cooperative Extension is looking for an in-house solution for the Canal Corridor program. They will be working with the County Treasurer and the Loan Committee to handle the money.
Legislator Fitzsimmons reported on the Management and Finance Committee. The budget season was completed last week. The committee submitted a budget to the full Legislature with some notes worth consideration. The plan on increases in the highway department continues. There are increases in economic development, Civil Service, Public Works and personnel costs are up. There is a 2% property tax increase, the first in several years and an anticipated $101,000 increase in sales tax. There will be a detailed presentation on Monday, November 24, 1997 at 7:30 p.m. Legislator Fitzsimmons asked if the Treasurer is obligated to print 100 copies of the tentative budget and wondered if they could get by with only 50 copies this year. Legislator Young asked about providing it on disk. The Treasurer explained that the system she uses is Unix based and not in PC format. She also explained that by law she is obligated to make 100 copies.
MOTION by Legislator Fitzsimmons to reduce the copies of the tentative budget to 75, SECOND by Legislator Hastings. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes.
Legislator Hastings wanted it noted in the minutes that this year's budget session was wonderful. It was a job well done by all.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Legislator Fitzsimmons commended Anne Balch for performing tasks and remembering her duty. Her tenure has been a very difficult one. She should be honored for her tenderness and kindness in 1992.
Legislator Young asked about the proposed resolution from the October Regular Meeting on senior citizen exemption. Legislator Burnside said that it was discussed in Governmental Operations Committee and the committee felt that young people with low income are suffering as well. The question came up about making it available for all ages and the County Attorney said that can not be done. Right now the issue is at a stand still. Legislator Fitzsimmons explained that the new STAR program will provide additional aid for senior citizens.
NEW BUSINESS: None.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Tom Ryan asked when copies of the tentative budget will be available. The Treasurer informed the public that it will be available Friday, November 21, 1997 by 9:00 a.m.
Casey Creamer commented that Chairman Halpin has brought a lot to this Legislature and she will be missed. Lory Peck asked about the layoffs at Akzo. He heard Akzo is asking for tax breaks on sales tax and mortgage tax. Legislator Fitzsimmons said that it is up to the Town of Reading to respond. Lory said the county will bear the cost of concession. He suggested people attend the Public Hearing in Reading and voice their concerns to the Industrial Development Agency. He feels the company should pay their fair share. Chairman Halpin said she is on the Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (SCIDA) Board and knows that they will not be exempted from mortgage tax and noted that Akzo was losing $7 million a year. They had severe problems. This new company came in and purchased a company that was in trouble and in order to make changes they needed to make up $7 million and cover costs. Akzo probably would have closed. She feels the county should help them get established. The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING NOVEMBER 24, 1997
The Public Hearing on the proposed formation of a Lakes District was held in the Upstairs Courtroom at the Schuyler County Courthouse and called to order by Chairman Halpin at 7:00 pm. All Legislators were present except for Legislator Sidney Compton who was absent. There were approximately 45 people present from the public. Chairman Halpin stated that this was the second hearing on the proposed Lakes District and opened the floor for comments.
Don Kosty stated that he has looked at the income of senior citizens that live on the lakes and 10-15 earn less than $10,000 per year and they just cannot afford any further taxes. The STAR program will help them. He feels everyone on the Board of Directors for the Lakes Association can afford to pay the additional tax, however there are a few people that will be losing their places because they cannot afford the taxes.
Leroy Wilson asked if the Legislature has stopped to consider that the weeds are getting worse every year. He stated that the lakes are going to get much weedier and the situation is going to create a lower tax base for the County. He considers the lakes to be one of the biggest industries here in the County and he feels that the lake residents get very little for their tax dollar. Once this district is formed, the agency will be eligible to apply for federal aid. He is concerned that a lot of people are treating the weeds themselves. Someday someone is going to put something into the lake that will cause more problems. He is afraid that the lake is going to become a pond instead of a lake.
Richard Cornell is opposed to the tax district because of the recent reassessment and the fact that taxes have already gone up. He is opposed to chemicals being put in lakes stating that agent orange was supposed to be harmless and so was DDT. He has sat on his front porch for years and watched the weed cutter work on the same 5 acres of the lake and only on the west side of the lake. He is concerned about the east side being left out.
Hazel Jones is strongly against the formation of a lakes district. She quoted Mr. Norris' article in the paper stating that everyone has a right to the lake and everyone should have to pay, not just the lake owners. The water is supposed to be safe, however the article on SONAR states to restrict the use of drinking water. She questioned what would happen to the animals that drink the water.
Dick Fagan who is a Veterinarian had a couple of concerns. He has heard that some lake owners are taking matters into their own hands. He is concerned about the frustration of people that lead them to dump something on the weeds on their own that may be harmful since it is not controlled. He wants something more controlled for his children. Another concern is the value of the land that he owns. He does not want to pay more taxes, but in doing nothing and defeating the lakes district is not a realistic proposal either. We are asking to control our own destiny with this district and no one wants to pay more taxes but the quality of where we are living is deteriorating.
Dorothy Cornell owns a cottage on the East side and she has noticed that this summer, without the weed cutting, her weed problem has decreased. Other people on the east side agreed with this. She strongly objects to chemicals and she knows that people are putting them in on their own. She suggested that the Legislature check the water where there are no weeds and see what was put into the water.
Jean Kosty lives on the east side and does not support the use of chemicals. She does not want to take the chance and let her grandchildren go into the water with SONAR in it. There are natural ways to take care of this like dredging (even though it is expensive), weed carp, and moths as well as other things. If people are putting chemicals on their weeds or if property owners know of someone who is using them, they should be turned in.
Dennis Fagan is a strong proponent for this district. He has talked with the Planning Committee and has talked with DEC and with John Czamanske and feels confident that concerns on SEQR can be separated from the concerns of the chemical usage of SONAR in the lakes. He has found out that DEC will more than likely act as lead agency during the permit process of chemical usage after a district is formed. Two permits will be needed - one for fresh water and one for herbicide. This will require an intensive SEQR review. In terms of the stigma of chemicals, he feels that it is a little unfair to equate the ratio of silent spring and the DDT episode of 30 years ago with chemical usage today. Product development demands in the last few years require much more research today than 30 years ago. The swimming restrictions are only as a safety measure. The chemical application is so small. In regard to weed carp, DEC will never approve that. In regard to moths, both the County and DEC are studying this option. The chemical treatment is a tool. He is hopeful that the plan will last as a positive impact on the weeds for years to come. He thanked the Legislature for bearing with him through this process and thanked them for sponsoring the aquatic vegetation process. He feels that the residents are ready to take on the process for themselves.
Gordon Schaffer grew up on the lake and stated that they have always had a problem with weeds. The only difference is that the weeds they are fighting today (milfoil) is a problem. The milfoil is a sickness. He feels that the Lakes Association has done a tremendous amount of research and SONAR seems to be the safest way to get our lakes back. He wants to see his grandchildren grow up there. He does not have a problem with the use of SONAR.
Walt Whitson stated that they did not have weeds until the late 1960s. This year is one of the worst years as far as quantity. He joined the Lakes Association because he was strongly against chemicals especially since his wife is chemical intolerable. He went to the Association thinking that he was going to change their mind, however he has since changed his mind about SONAR. SONAR has a very short life and does not take a high concentration to be effective. He feels that this could be a one-time application to shock the lake. Nothing has shown that SONAR has killed people or animals. He encouraged the Legislature to allow the residents to try to solve the problem themselves.
Kevin Morris has been on the Board of Directors for the Lakes Association and he discussed the results of the poll. He made copies for everyone to review (on file). He feels the survey results are the best way for the Legislature to know what people want. There have been thousands of applications for SONAR and not one law suit to date and he is getting that in writing. He strongly hopes that the Legislature supports this effort.
Ron Edsall stated that for the last 10 years he has tried to figure out how to control the weeds. He cannot put the boat in the lake for his kids to use because they refuse to swim in the lake. He feels that the problem is out of control. He has asked how other lakes have taken care of their problems. The answer is that they have all formed districts. He feels this is the method to gain control of the situation and allow the district to apply for federal aid. He has looked for a lot of solutions through Soil and Water and hopefully this is the first step toward that solution. This is a tool to help us get to the future of the lake.
Mike Maloney lives on the west side and stated that the weed problem is bad in his section. He feels that the degree of quality of the lake has gone down about 50% although his assessment has increased. He stated that something needs to be done since the Legislature is not contributing any money. If this happened on Seneca Lake, he feels the Legislature would be right in there with money to fix the problem. He feels that Waneta/Lamoka Lakes are being discriminated against. The Legislature should at least cut assessments so that residents can afford to do something.
Jean Hubsch is in favor of the district. She reviewed events from the Public Hearing on August 29, 1997 at which there were about 250 people in attendance. She stated that 33 people addressed the issues. Of those 33 people, 7 spoke against the district, 4 were undecided, and 22 were in favor of the district. The chairman of the hearing asked for a show of hands who was in favor of the district and too many hands went up to count. She estimated that only about 20 people in attendance at that Public Hearing were against the formation of the district.
Marianne Castro feels that the majority of the people should be heard on this issue. She feels that the Lakes District should be formed so that they can look at what needs to be done.
Fred Earl stated that he stands in favor of the Lakes District. He feels that if we do not have a district, the problem will not be addressed.
Chairman Halpin recognized that his has been a huge effort on everyones part whether they are in support or not of the district. She stated that the Legislature does acknowledge receipt of the survey which they had requested. Chairman Halpin stated that the Legislature would rather not have to be involved in the process of deciding whether to allow the formation of the district.
The Public Hearing was closed at 7:40 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING NOVEMBER 24, 1997
The Public Hearing on the 1998 Tentative Budget was held in the Upstairs Courthouse at the Schuyler County Courthouse and was called to order at 7:48 p.m. All Legislators were present except Legislator Compton who was absent. There were approximately 50 persons from the public present, not including approximately 25 county employees.
Chairman Halpin welcomed everyone to the public hearing on the budget and asked them to please confine their comments to the budget. Chairman Halpin started out by acknowledging the County department heads that work on the budget in teams. She stated that they have done a tremendous job this year since the Legislature asked them to come in with a zero increase in their budgets and they did it. Chairman Halpin also thanked Legislator Bob Fitzsimmons, Chair of the Management and Finance Committee, for his organizational skills and ability to keep the Legislators focused. The meeting was then turned over to Legislator Fitzsimmons.
Legislator Fitzsimmons acknowledged and thanked both predecessors Chairman Barbara Halpin and Angie Franzese, both who have done effective budget analyses, as well as the County department heads who worked well within the budget teams. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that spending is up about 3.3% over last year's budget, the property tax levy is up about 2%, there is $600,000 in new spending issues to consider which were mostly personnel, there is increased funding for SCOPED, and then the Highway Department where we have decided to hire two additional people. The Legislature will be trying to get the roads back in shape and get the Highway Department back up to the personnel level that it was before the big cuts in the early 1990's. Legislator Fitzsimmons presented and explained some statistical charts developed (on file).
Chairman Halpin then opened the floor to the public.
Diane Carl from the Town of Hector commented on the reconstruction of our highways and bridges. Chairman Halpin stated that the Legislature is really looking into improving the roads. Greg Mathews, County Highway Superintendent, is looking at repairing 14 miles of roads each year. Diane Carl then asked about the overhead pass on CR 8. Greg stated that they will be looking into grants for this and that the overhead is not out of the picture for next year. Jill Benson-Gauss thanked Legislator Fitzsimmons for the presentation on the budget. It gave her a lot of prospective and she learned a lot. As far as the direction of economic development, she wanted to make sure that the Legislature look at all the alternatives. One alternative is to provide services for sales tax, another is a way to provide the opportunity for higher salaries, bring more industry into the County and support the year round businesses like retail stores. We need high paying jobs and good job training in this county.
Board of Elections Commissioner Joe Leahey requested an increase in the budget of $ 8,000 to purchase a computer for digitization for the Board of Elections. Commissioner Leahey stated that the Board of Elections is in the dark ages and they have a backlog of over 100 cards. Each one of the cards will need to be scotch taped on both sides in order to be placed in the book. Commissioner Leahey urged the Legislature to put the $8,000 back into the budget and move forward. Chairman Halpin stated that this was one of the budget items that will be discussed and acted on after this hearing.
Jean Kosty, Chairman of the Republican Committee, supported Commissioner Leahey's request stating that the County really needs to be computerized in this area. She has tried to work with the state to get updated lists and she has not been able to obtain one. A computerized system would be a great benefit to the Board of Elections.
Legislator Hastings stated that this Legislature needs to give a round of thanks! This has been the most enjoyable budget process that she has ever been a part of.
Legislator Fitzsimmons thanked the staff of the Legislature for responding to all the Legislators' requests on very short notice. He also thanked Nancy Peters for being with the Legislature every step of the way.
The Public Hearing was closed at 8:28 p.m.
SPECIAL MEETING NOVEMBER 24, 1997
The November 24, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman
Halpin at 8:38 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Thurston and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Legislator Compton who was absent. County Attorney Coleman was absent.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 439 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons. 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. Alterations to the Tentative Budget for 1998.
Other Resolutions as mandated by budget changes.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 440 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
- $ 15,000 4010.208 Public Health Computer Equipment Misc.
- $ 3,000 1165.437 District Attorney Secretarial Services
+ $ 3,000 1165.100 District Attorney Personal Services
+ $ 6,000 3150-3316 Jail State Aid-Board of Prisoners
+ $ 5,000 3150-1512 Jail Board of Prisoners - Other Municipalities
+ $ 92,166 5630.400 Transportation - Bus Operations
+ $ 80,808 5630-1789 Transportation - Departmental Income
+ $ 8,140 5630-3594 Transportation - State Aid
+ $ 5,000 5630-4089 Transportation - Federal Aid
+ $ 1,900 8160.346 Waste Pesticide Collection Day*
+ $ 7,000 1450.208 Elections - Computer Equipment Misc.
+ $ ??? 1325-1090 Treasurer - Interest & Penalties on Taxes** - $ 5,000 8020.435 Planning - Professional Fees/Services
+ $ 5,000 8750.566 Cooperative Extension
+ $ 26,000 9010.801 State Retirement*
+ $ 40,000 3110.4320 Sheriff - Crime Control - Cops Fast
* - Intent to increase appropriated fund balance ** No action taken
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 441 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: INCREASE HOURS FOR CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY TO THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY
BE IT RESOLVED, that the hours of the Confidential Secretary to the District Attorney be increased from 20 hours per week to 25 hours per week effective January 1, 1998; contingent upon funding in the 1998 budget.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 442 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: AMEND 1998 BUDGET AND AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF VAN - DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services needs to replace the Mobile Work Crew van, and
WHEREAS, it has $8,000 in unexpended 1997 funds for this purpose, as well as $12,910 in the 1998 budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to increase the 1998 budget by $8,000 in account no. 6010.204, and also to increase the appropriated fund balance by $8,000, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services is authorized to purchase a van, contingent upon funding in the 1998 budget.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 443 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - MENTAL HEALTH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NUMBER DESCRIPTION
+ $ 23,371 4310.100 Personal Services
$ 23,371 TOTAL
- $ 7,000 4310.208 Equipment
- $ 2,476 4310.434 Print & Xerox
- $ 1,296 4310.603 Xerox Lease
- $12,599 4310-1620 Mental Health Fees
$23,371 TOTAL
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 444 Motion by Thurston, Second by Burnside.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the following transfer to allow for some management level salary increases:
AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NUMBER TO ACCOUNT NO.
$1,223.00 9950.900 3140.100 - Probation
$1,172.00 9950.900 6772.100 - Office for the Aging
$1,240.00 9950.900 1355.100 - Real Property Tax Agency
$1,244.00 9950.900 1430.100 - Personnel
$1,132.00 9950.900 1620.100 - Buildings and Grounds
$1,350.00 9950.900 5010.100 - County Road Administration $1,024.00 9950.900 3689.100 - Emergency Management
$ 911.00 9950.900 1660.100 - Storeroom
$ 261.00 9950.900 6510.100 - Veterans Service Agency
$1,075.00 9950.900 4310.100 - Mental Health
$1,075.00 9950.900 4010.100 - Public Health
$1,183.00 9950.900 1010.100 - Legislature
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Mike Myers asked how much has been cut to get to 1.3% increase in the tax levy. The Treasurer stated $47,892 with the appropriation of some fund balance and some other cuts. Chairman Halpin stated that they still have a couple of items to look into. There will be a Special Meeting of the Legislature held Monday, December 1, 1997 at 11:00 a.m.. There is a good possibility that they may adopt the budget then.
The meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Robin D. Thoman, Personal Secretary
SPECIAL MEETING DECEMBER 1, 1997
The December 1, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman
Halpin at 11:05 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Little and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Legislator Compton who was absent. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Mike Myers asked if the Legislature intended to pass the budget today. Chairman Halpin explained that there are a couple of items yet that might affect the budget. They plan on adopting the 1998 budget at the next Regular Meeting of the Legislature, December 8, 1997. RESOLUTION NO. 445 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
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. Alterations to the Tentative Budget for 1998.
Other possible Resolutions mandated by budget changes.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 446 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by deletion of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
- $1,500 1610-1270 Buildings & Grounds Shared Services (EPC contract)
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 447 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the addition of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
+ $ 9,000 8510.320 Matching Funds for Grants
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 448 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the addition of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
+ $ 20,000 1430.435 Civil Service - Professional Fees/Svcs.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 449 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - DISABILITY INSURANCE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the deletion of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
- $ 6,377 9055.806 Disability Insurance - General Fund
- $ 329 9055.806 County Road
- $ 72 9055.806 Machinery
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 450 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - RETIREMENT REVENUES
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the addition of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
+ $ 13,000 9010-2770 Unclassified - Employee Contribution
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 451 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the addition of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
+ $ 7,000 1355.435 Professional Fees/Svcs.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 452 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE COUNTY TREASURER TO MAKE BUDGET TRANSFERS FOR SALARY INCREASES
WHEREAS, there is an amount allocated in the 1998 budget for salary increases, and
WHEREAS, salary increases should be set forth about the same time the budget is adopted, and
WHEREAS, it will be most efficient and appropriate to have the money transferred to the appropriate departmental personal services accounts before the 1998 budget is printed in its final form.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer from the 1998 budgeted funds for salary increases into the appropriate departmental personal services account as deemed appropriate by the Personnel Officer, Clerk of the Legislature and County Treasurer.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 453 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - COUNTY CLERK
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the addition of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
- $ 1,586 1410.100 County Clerk Personal Services
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Sal Richards asked if the early retirement had been included in the budget. Chairman Halpin explained that it has not and hopefully any change in the budget will not be significant. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that an additional cost may come out of today's executive session in Legislative Committee. He also suggested that maybe the County should try one more year without a property tax increase by using the fund balance to reach a zero increase in the budget if necessary.
Sal Richards asked if there were any figures on the property tax roll or an actual total assessed value. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that the County is down about $5 million. The full value was for 1997 was $570,347,712.
Legislator Fitzsimmons suggested that a resolution be in order for the December 8, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Legislature to use fund balance or Medicaid to reach a zero increase in the budget. Anne Balch stated that in a couple of days she will try to come up with a harder figure for them. She expects some revenue in December. Her budget was at 81% at the end of October. Legislator Thurston said he would rather hold off until after the Legislative Committee meeting today.
Sal Richards asked how many years the County has been at zero. Chairman Halpin said that out of the last six years, three years had no increase. Legislator Thurston added that the County is now playing catch up because of that fact.
Legislator Fitzsimmons explained that the new STAR program will be giving property owners a savings on their school taxes.
Legislator Thurston asked about the study done on Property Tax - vs - Income Tax. He wanted to know what ever happened to the study. Chairman Halpin stated that they need to follow up on it.
Legislator Burnside reported that Columbia Gas's assessed value dropped from $14 million to $6 million. They have just recently been re-assessed at $9 million. County Attorney Coleman stated that this is not just a County issue, it is state wide and is not unique to Schuyler County. Sal Richards asked if the assessment of Columbia Gas will count on the 1997 or 1998 tax roll. Legislator Burnside explained that it will affect the 1998 assessment.
Chairman Halpin also reported that the Farm Sanctuary won their suit to become tax exempt. The County will be paying them back retroactive.
The meeting adjourned at 11:35 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 8, 1997
The December 8, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman
Halpin at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Young and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Legislator Compton was absent. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Del Bleiler asked about the project named SCOPED. He knows that the Town of Catharine accepted it by Resolution No. 94 of 1997 with the understanding that they would get more specifics. He compared Schuyler County with Chemung. Chemung County's budget is seven times as great as Schuyler's. Their population is five times more than Schuyler, they employ more. It seems that Schuyler is paying five times as much for SCOPED than Chemung County is for STEG, and STEG provides more service. The increase in our tentative 1998 budget of 1.13% happens to be the same as the cost of SCOPED for the County. This tentative budget does not reflect the priorities and needs of Schuyler County. He would rather see the County spend more money on bridges and roads than on SCOPED. Chairman Halpin explained that the County asked other municipalities to make a commitment of funds for their 1998 budgets. The Towns have to have their budgets submitted in December. She said it is clear that the process is not complete. If the project moves forward the money will be there. She asked Del if he checked the figures when STEG was first created. She explained that more money is needed up front than later on.
Casey Creamer stated that the County's per capita costs are too high for anything the County wants to do. He feels the County should either continue with the Industrial Development Agency (IDA) or cut services to them. Dennis Fagan explained that at the November Regular Meeting of the Legislature a resolution on SEQR for the Lakes District failed. The Legislature then requested John Czamanske, Schuyler County Planner, to draft a resolution taking out the section about Schuyler County being held responsible. He explained that he and John have met and talked to Bond Counsel to create the resolution before them tonight. It now states that it is the formation of a District only and the chemical treatment of the lakes will be properly reviewed by the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). He would like to answer any questions if needed tonight. He thanked Chairman Halpin and Attorney Coleman for their help.
Jean Hubsch, President of the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Association, stated that she looks forward to a favorable outcome on Resolution Nos. 497 and 498. She also wished the departing Legislators all the best.
Sue Brill asked about Resolution No. 461 regarding moving the District Attorney in- house. She wanted to know why this occurred and where he will be housed. Chairman Halpin explained that the newly elected District Attorney does not have an office in Schuyler County. It would cost the County more to fund an office out of the county complex. She stated that he will moving into David Lisk's office and David will be moving to the upstairs conference room. Sue asked if it was a fact that the County was obligated to supply an office for the District Attorney. County Attorney Coleman explained that the County does not have to legally supply an office. Sue feels it should not be the County's problem, it should be his expense.
Sue Brill asked about the anticipated 90 day report from Duane Spilde. Chairman Halpin explained that it is on the agenda for 7:05 p.m.
Lory Peck feels that the SCOPED project seemed to be a time pressure. It came out in a matter of months. Chairman Halpin explained that they have been working on this since February. The funding also had to be in place before the end of the year. Lory stated that there seems to be a lot of unanswered questions and unknowns.
CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION PRESENTATION TO BETTY GLICK: Legislator Burnside presented Betty Glick, retiring County Clerk, with a Certificate of Recognition. He said she has done a great job here in Schuyler County. One of her great achievements was the records management program.
PRESENTATION BY DUANE SPILDE ON THE PUBLIC HEALTH/MENTAL HEALTH MERGER: Duane stated that the merger is going well overall. The 90 day review period is not long enough, however, he is learning a lot. He then handed out a draft organizational chart. His first dilemma was a staff shortage in Public Health when the Office Manager left to work in a different department. He explained that even with the reorganization, increased state aid and increased personnel, they were able to reduce the County budget. That even included 1998 salary increases. The offices are staffed with a team of dedicated and hard working individuals. Schuyler County has long been known for concentrating its efforts on Home Health. He admits they need more prompt tracking of information and services with maternal and infant child health, injury prevention and improved physical activity. The relationship between the Home Health Agency and Schuyler Hospital is better. As additional work comes on, they use the hospital, which increases the use of the contract. With the consolidation came computerization, which meant the installation of the Windows NT network system. This makes Mental Health compatible with Public Health. He is striving towards one system for both agencies. There is a resolution on the floor tonight to provide training for the staff. Since July, they have been connected with the Health Information Network. It connects them with the State Department of Health. Duane then reviewed the handouts and reports he gave the Legislature.
Chairman Halpin stated this is an indication that you look at new initiatives. The County has been very creative. She hopes that everyone will look at this as positive.
RESOLUTION NO. 454 Motion by Burnside, Second by Hastings. RE: APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 10, 1997 REGULAR MEETING, THE NOVEMBER 24, 1997 AND DECEMBER 1, 1997 SPECIAL MEETINGS OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the November 10, 1997 Regular Meeting, the November 24, 1997 and December 1, 1997 Special Meetings of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
Vote: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 455 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SCHUYLER COUNTY PARTNERSHIP FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (SCOPED)
WHEREAS, Schuyler County, through a Memorandum of Agreement with Five Lakes Development Corporation, agreed to continue to provide planning services while Five Lakes Development Corporation would provide economic development services, and
WHEREAS, Five Lakes Development Corporation will cease to exist December 31, 1997 leaving Schuyler County with no agency to provide such services, and
WHEREAS, economic development has become very competitive and Schuyler County needs a structured agency to coordinate efforts to increase jobs, increase sales tax revenues and expand the tax base, and
WHEREAS, SCOPED will be developed and structured to provide economic development services for Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby authorizes a contract for economic development services with SCOPED and that the contract commence at the point that SCOPED assumes legal authority (not before January 1, 1998), and end December 31, 1998. The contract amount will be $80,383 to be paid as set forth in the contract and subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney and in accordance with the requirements of the State Comptroller and Attorney General, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that planning and tourism promotion services will continue via direct contract with Cornell Cooperative Extension and Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce, respectively.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young stated that there have been a lot of changes made to this proposal since she first saw it. She wanted to know why the County's Industrial Development Agency (IDA) is not more assertive. They should be able to do what is in this resolution. She feels maybe they are overlooking what already exists in the County and maybe they just need to do some fine tuning. She had a lot of concerns about this resolution. She would like to be fully aware of what is happening. Money should be spent on bridges and replacing equipment. If the County does not increase the sales tax or property tax it will be an illusion.
Legislator Fitzsimmons said he knows that the County does not have a good track record as far as economic development. The County is looking for a new strategy, we want to be on the map. To compare us to other counties such as Chemung, we are smaller than all other counties. For us to have the same as Chemung we would have to spend more per capita. Schuyler County spends 35% less than Chemung County on a per capita basis. This is a tough prospect, the new legislators coming on in 1998 will have much to say. The new Legislature has the ability to design things as they wish. It requires a lot of work and research. He is also skeptical of this project. The County does not want to end up with fast food strips and shopping malls. This is the best shot the County has right now.
Legislator Burnside wanted to clarify that this has not been a speedy process. They utilized other organizations for this project.
Legislator Hastings stated that she has tremendous respect for the Chamber of Commerce. She wanted it noted in the minutes that nobody can express the time and effort that the Chamber of Commerce has put into having wonderful things for Schuyler County. She was on the board for SCIDA, they had wonderful members, however, they were in the red for a long time. It is now in the black and we need someone to lead the board to make things happen. Sometimes the County has to hire out for that help. She is willing to look at this project even though she herself is skeptical. When it is all said and done, the County may say they do not need it.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 456 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (SCIDA) FOR REMEDIATION OF SOIL CONTAMINATION ON PROPERTY LOCATED ON FIRST STREET, VILLAGE OF WATKINS GLEN
WHEREAS, certain property in title to SCIDA has minor soil contamination from petroleum and has been ordered for cleanup by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and
WHEREAS, the County can facilitate the cleanup making the property more immediately available for development, and
WHEREAS, the County will be fully reimbursed for all their costs associated with the cleanup.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with SCIDA to allow for prompt remediation of the aforementioned problem and to set forth the reimbursement mechanism, in accordance with an agreement drafted by the Schuyler County Attorney and pending written confirmation from New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 457 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING OF AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC POSITION - HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, there is a vacant Automotive Mechanic position, 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 Gerry Crainey and the training needed is extensive, and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee and the County Highway Superintendent recommend the filling of said position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the position of Automotive Mechanic be advertised and filled immediately at the hourly rate of $9.93 for 1997 and $10.28 for 1998 plus any steps that are acquired by the new employee.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 458 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF TOWNLINE ROAD BRIDGE REPLACEMENT, BIN #3332460
WHEREAS, Schuyler County accepted a proposal for engineering services for Townline Road Bridge Replacement over Taughannock Creek, BIN #3332460, Town of Hector, and
WHEREAS, approval by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the State Emergency Management Office have been received and it is now necessary to advertise for bids for construction of the same.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Highway Superintendent be authorized to advertise for bids for the construction of Townline Road Bridge, BIN #3332460, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that bids will be opened at the January 19, 1998 Public Works Committee meeting. The County of Schuyler reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 459 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH HUNT ENGINEERS FOR COUNTY ROUTE 13 BRIDGE REPLACEMENT DESIGN
WHEREAS, preliminary work on the County Route 13 bridge was performed by Hunt Engineers and Architects, and
WHEREAS, the County Highway Department has received a proposal from Hunt Engineers and Architects for engineering services for County Route 13 bridge over Jackson Creek, Replacement Project, Town of Cayuta.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Public Works Committee and the County Highway Superintendent, 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 13 Bridge Replacement Project in the amount of $22,420.00; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 460 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH SIMPLEX FOR FIRE ALARM MONITORING SERVICES FOR HIGHWAY BUILDINGS AND RURAL URBAN CENTER BUILDING
WHEREAS, there is a need for fire alarm monitoring for the Highway buildings and the Rural Urban Center, and
WHEREAS, Simplex will provide these services at an annual cost of $336 each.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign an agreement with Simplex for monitoring services as set forth above, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 461 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: AUTHORIZE OFFICE SPACE FOR DISTRICT ATTORNEY
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Public Works and Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committees that the District Attorney be moved in-house starting in January of 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes the allocation of County office space for the Office of District Attorney, as deemed appropriate by the Public Works Committee.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked if there was any other place for the District Attorney's office. Legislator Burnside stated that they have researched all the options. Legislator Hastings said that ever since she has been on the Legislature every District Attorney has fought for a better salary. This year only one individual ran for the job. The County needs to look at that position.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 462 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: FILL COMMUNITY SERVICES AIDE POSITION - SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has public assistance recipients who require extra help to prepare them to find and keep unsubsidized jobs, and
WHEREAS, the Department's Mobile Work Crew Supervisor has demonstrated an ability to do job development and has received training in employment preparation for the hard- to-serve clients, and
WHEREAS, the Department has applied and will receive for funds under the "Work Now" grant for a part-time temporary van driver to provide transportation to the Mobile Work Crew during the grant period so that the current Mobile Work Crew Supervisor can devote a portion of his time to job development, job readiness training and other employment unit duties for public assistance recipients, and
WHEREAS, the Work Now funds are 100% monies requiring no local match and are only available through 6/30/98, it is imperative that the van driver be hired as quickly as possible to maximize the benefit of these 100% funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the filling of a Community Services Aide position in the Department of Social Services for 20 hours per week at a 1998 salary of $7.88 per hour through 6/30/98.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 463 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH FLACRA FOR DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE ASSESSMENTS - SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, Social Services Districts, effective 11/1/97, are required to screen all applicants and recipients of public assistance for possible drug and alcohol abuse using a screening instrument developed by OASIS, and
WHEREAS, certain applicants and recipients, following the screening, must be referred to a certified alcoholism counselor for assessment to determine if there is an alcohol/drug problem and if the alcohol/drug abuse results in the person's inability to work, and to recommend a level of treatment, and
WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes Alcoholism and Counseling Referral Agency (FLACRA) has the required certified alcoholism counselors on staff to provide this service.
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 FLACRA for drug and alcohol assessments in accordance with 18 NYCRR 351.2i, 97 ADM23, 97INF 16 at a cost of $57.60 per assessment for a trial period 1/1/98 - 4/30/98, renewable for a one year period thereafter if acceptable to both parties, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. The fee for the assessment to be paid for from TANF, State (& local) funds allocated for this purpose.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 464 Motion by Thurston, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT BETWEEN SOCIAL SERVICES AND THE OFFICE FOR THE AGING FOR 1997-98 HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP)
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a renewal agreement between Schuyler County Office for the Aging and the Schuyler County Department of Social Services for HEAP Administration for the 1997-98 Program Year with the $25,000 administrative allocation to be divided between the departments as follows:
PERCENTAGE* AMOUNT DEPARTMENT
69% $17,250 Social Services
31% 7,750 Office for the Aging, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any additional administrative funds allocated for the 1997-98 program year be allocated in accordance with the above percentages with no further Legislative action required; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
* Percentages established in 1996 by Resolution No. 96-58.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 465 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: INCREASE HOURS OF VETERANS SERVICE AGENCY DIRECTOR
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature wishes to improve the quality of services for its dedicated war veterans and their families, and
WHEREAS, increased hours of operation of the Schuyler County Veterans Services Office would offer more opportunity for Veterans to use the services of the office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby increases the hours of the Veterans Service Agency Director to operate 20 hours per week, 5 days per week, for the fiscal year 1998.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 466 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT FOR CHEMUNG COUNTY EISEP CONTRACT - OFFICE FOR THE AGING
WHEREAS, the Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP) has grown successfully since its inception two years ago, and
WHEREAS, the caseload reached capacity in 1997, and
WHEREAS, providing in-home services saves the County money versus institutional care, and
WHEREAS, the Human Services Committee has agreed to increase the County match to $9,000, which will bring an additional $15,000 in state funding.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a contract with Chemung County for the provision of increased EISEP services for the year 1998, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 467 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE 1997 BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS - OFFICE FOR THE AGING
BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to make the following budget adjustments to the Office for the Aging 1997 budget to allow for additional SNAP monies received:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
+ $ 1,305 6772.454 Food
+ $ 1,305 6772-3772 State Aid
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 468 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: SET DATE - 1997 YEAR'S END MEETING OF THE LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the final meeting of the year 1997 for the Schuyler County Legislature be held on Monday, December 29, 1997, in the Legislative Chambers at 4:00 p.m. and that appropriate legal notice be published in the official newspaper of the County.
Vote: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 469 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: SET DATE - 1998 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF THE LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 1998 Organizational Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature shall be held on Monday, January 5, 1998 in the Legislative Chambers at 4:00 p.m. and that appropriate legal notice be published in the official newspaper of the County.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 470 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: DEDICATION OF 1997 PROCEEDINGS
WHEREAS, it has been the custom to give tribute in the printed Proceedings of the Schuyler County Legislature to those who deserve 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 1997" contain a tribute to Angelina Covert, former Cook Manager, Office for the Aging; former Legislators Angeline B. Franzese, Robert J. Fitzsimmons, Barbara J. Halpin, Charles E. Young, Robert E. Burnside, and Sidney B. Compton; John W. Shimonsky, former County Highway Superintendent; Patricia Meehan, former Supervising Support Investigator, Social Services; Anne G. Balch, Commissioner of Social Services; and Betty V. Glick, County Clerk.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 471 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
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, 1997 through September 30, 1997, 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" (which is on the following page).
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 472 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: AMEND SCHUYLER COUNTY CELLULAR PHONE POLICY (RES. NOS. 325- 96 AND 354-97)
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 325-96 adopted a Schuyler County Cellular Phone Policy and Resolution No. 354-97 amended said policy as it relates to Attachment #1, Letter of Agreement, and
WHEREAS, there have been additional concerns raised by CSEA, Inc. relative to Attachment #1, Letter of Agreement, and it is agreed by all parties involved that the Letter of Agreement be amended.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby adopt the amended Attachment #1,
EXHIBIT "A"
MORTGAGE TAX DISTRIBUTION AMONG TOWNS AND VILLAGES APRIL 1, 1997 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 1997
In Assess Out Assess Total Value Total Dbld. Vill. Sh Town Share Distrib. Percentage
Catharine 5,054,834 14,318,316 19,373,150 38,746,300 791.67 5,276.67 6,068.34 13.0460
Cayuta 16,088,129 16,088,129 32,176,258 1,801.32 1,801.32 0.0000
Dix WG 54,186,025 51,269,835 107,282,190 214,564,380 4,537.95 13,278.34 17,969.24 25.2540
Dix MF 1,826,330 152.95 0.8512
Hector 6,315,137 159,703,864 166,019,001 332,038,002 519.90 26,815.56 27,335.46 1.9019
Montour-OD 1,049,816 11,025,109 27,250,473 54,500,946 176.51 6,435.42 9,163.45 1.9262
Montour-MF 15,175,548 2,551.52 27.8446
Orange 20,941,804 20,941,804 41,883,608 5,377.03 5,377.03 0.0000
Reading 7,938,982 52,802,886 60,741,868 121,483,736 663.29 9,486.522 10,149.81 6.5350
Tyrone 86,673,647 86,673,647 173,347,294 903.21 5,903.21 0.0000
TOTALS 91,546,672 412,823,590 504,370,262 1,008,740,524 9,393.80 74,374.06 83,767.86 77.3589
APPROVED BY COMMITTEE: /s/ Robert J. Fitzsimmons
Robert J. Fitzsimmons, Chairman
/s/ Robert E. Burnside
Robert E. Burnside
/s/ Patricia L. Hastings
Patricia L. Hastings
/s/ Richard L. Little
Richard L. Little
Letter of Agreement, by the deletion of and/or disciplinary action in the last sentence, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Attachment #1, Letter of Agreement, shall read as follows:
ATTACHMENT #1 - LETTER OF AGREEMENT
Schuyler County is assigning you this cellular telephone for work related activity with the following understanding:
1) I will be responsible for reading the cellular phone operation manual and utilize the same in operating the cellular phone.
2) Utilization of this cellular phone will be my sole responsibility as the assigned employee of record.
3) This phone is being assigned to me for official County business only. The phone number should be discreetly shared with non-employees only relevant and necessary for work.
4) Every effort will be made to limit calls to under three (3) minutes in duration.
5) I have the responsibility, on a monthly basis, to review my cellular telephone bill with my supervisor.
6) The assignment of a cellular phone will not be deemed a term or condition of employment. The assignment and withdrawal of a cellular phone is at the discretion of the Department Head.
I am aware that conversations are easily monitored and therefore will avoid discussions involving confidential issues in so much as the individual situations allow.
I, the undersigned, have read and understand the conditions of having a cellular telephone and agree to abide by the policy, procedures and rules established and approved for such assignment. I realize that any violation of this agreement may result in the removal of this tool. Employee's Name (printed):
Employee's Signature:
Cellular Phone # Assigned:
Serial # of Cellular Phone:
Date: , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be authorized to sign any necessary Letter of Agreement with CSEA, Inc. to effectuate this amendment, subject to the approval of labor counsel and upon receipt of a letter from CSEA, Inc. confirming their membership's understanding of County policies.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 473 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: APPOINTMENT OF WILLIAM WEISS AS ACTING COMMISSIONER OF SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, Anne Balch, Commissioner of Social Services, is resigning December 12, 1997, and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to appoint an acting commissioner to perform all the required duties of the Commissioner as advised by the County Attorney.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby appoints William Weiss Acting Commissioner of Social Services effective December 13, 1997, at a 1997 salary of $28,463 and a 1998 salary of $29,744, until a permanent Commissioner is hired, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature shall so notify the State Commissioner of this appointment.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 474 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE HIRING OF TEMPORARY TYPIST PART-TIME IN THE CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT - RESCINDED
WHEREAS, there is a need for additional clerical support in the Civil Service/Personnel Department , and WHEREAS, an amount of $8,390.00 has been included in the 1998 budget to alleviate this need.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby authorize the hiring of a temporary, part-time typist position in the Civil Service/Personnel Department for 1998 from an agency and the expenditure for this service is not to exceed $8,390.00.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 475 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ESTABLISH SALARY FOR DEPUTY COUNTY CLERK FOR 1998
WHEREAS, Linda Compton, County Clerk Elect, wishes to offer the position of Deputy Clerk to Joy Ector, and
WHEREAS, the salary recommendation of the Personnel Officer for Joy Ector as Deputy Clerk is $22,000.00 for 1998, and
WHEREAS, the Governmental Operations and Management and Finance Committees support this recommendation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the 1998 salary for Joy Ector as Deputy County Clerk shall be $22,000.00.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 476 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ADOPT 1997 EQUALIZATION RATES FOR 1998 TAXES
WHEREAS, the State Board of Equalization and Assessment has established the County's equalization rates to be used in the apportionment of the 1998 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 1997 assessment rolls be adopted and the 1997 County equalization rates for the general levy and apportionment from the State Board of Equalization and Assessment be entered into the minutes as follows:
Catharine 42.99
Cayuta 102.52 Dix 97.59
Hector 106.83
Montour 42.84
Orange 48.92
Reading 82.20
Tyrone 95.11
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 477 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TOWN OF HECTOR DELINQUENT WATER BILLS TO BE CHARGED ON THE JANUARY, 1998 TOWN AND COUNTY TAX BILLS
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 l998 Town and County tax bill 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, which are shown on the Resolution of the Town of Hector (on file in the Legislative Office), be added to the January, 1998 Town and County tax bills as a separate item for the amount of the arrears, provided by Town Law Section 198, subsection 3 (d).
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 478 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TOWN OF READING DELINQUENT SEWER AND WATER BILLS TO BE CHARGED ON THE JANUARY, 1998 TOWN AND COUNTY TAX BILLS
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 1998 Town and County tax bills as shown on the Town of Reading Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the delinquent sewer and water bills from the Town of Reading, as shown on the Resolution of the Town of Reading (on file in the Legislative Office), be added to the January, 1998 Town and County tax bill as a separate item for the arrears, as provided by Town Law Section 198, subsection 1 (k).
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 479 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ACCEPT QUOTE FROM DAVID L. SIDLE AGENCY FOR DISABILITY INSURANCE COVERAGE
WHEREAS, the Management and Finance Committee directed the Legislative Clerk to solicit quotes on disability insurance coverage, and
WHEREAS, five quotes were received and reviewed with the recommendation being made to by the Committee to accept the quote from David L. Sidle Agency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accept the quote from David L. Sidle Agency for disability insurance coverage through National Benefit Life in the amount of $5.55 per employee, effective immediately.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 480 Motion by Little, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR JAIL PERSONAL SERVICES - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, due to illness of one of the County Jail staff and the fact that the individual has been out of work for all of 1997 it has become necessary to fill this position with part-time and overtime causing a deficit in account no. 3150.100 (Jail personal services).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $20,000 from Sheriff account no. 3110.100 to Jail account no. 3150.100 for personal services.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 481 Motion by Little, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: DECLARE VEHICLES SURPLUS - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, certain vehicles in the Sheriff's Department are no longer usable. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following Sheriff Department vehicles be declared surplus, disposed of according to law and put into the next available County auction:
•1991 Ford Crown Victoria 4-door Sedan - bad engine •1988 Chevrolet Caprice Station wagon - bad engine •1988 Chevrolet Caprice 4-door Sedan - most of the parts have been used off this vehicle •1987 Chevrolet S-10 Pick-up 4WD - runs but needs suspension and drive train work
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 482 Motion by Little, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR DOG CONTROL PERSONAL SERVICES - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, certain expenses have been increased in the Dog Control account due to the illness of the Dog Control Officer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $3,000 from Sheriff account no. 3110.100 to Dog Control account no. 3510.100 for personal services.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 483 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPLICATION FOR NORTH EAST STATES EMERGENCY CONSORTIUM (NESEC) LOCAL NATURAL HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT
WHEREAS, the Office of Emergency Management has received information on applying for a Natural Hazard Mitigation grant through the State Emergency Management Office, and the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee feels this is worthwhile.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Emergency Management Coordinator be hereby authorized to apply for such grant funds prior to the deadline of December 15, 1997 for applications.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 484 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: CREATE AND FILL THE POSITION OF PERSONNEL ASSISTANT WHEREAS, the Management and Finance Committee has agreed to the Personnel Officer's recommendation to upgrade the Personnel Clerk to Personnel Assistant, and
WHEREAS, the funding is in the 1998 budget to place this position in Grade C of the Management Confidential Salary Plan at $21,835.00 for 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the position of Personnel Assistant shall be created and filled by the appointment of Patricia Emery as of January 1, 1998, said position having been titled by the Personnel Officer.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 485 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE LEASE AGREEMENT FOR VEHICLE - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, $3,200 has been allocated in the 1998 Sheriff's budget to lease a vehicle for the department.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a lease agreement for a vehicle for the Sheriff's department within budget; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 486 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: APPOINTMENT - DEPUTY FIRE COORDINATOR FOR THE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OFFICE
WHEREAS, the Director of Emergency Management deems it necessary to fill a vacant position to closer coordinate the fire service in Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Eric Anderson of the Tyrone Fire Company be appointed as Deputy Fire Coordinator effective immediately; said position is a volunteer position.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 487 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AMEND CONTRACT WITH VENKATA S. AND SAVITHRI A. SATTI, MD - MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Director of Community Services recommends an increase in the contract with Venkata S. and Savrithri A. Satti for 1997 which will reflect a decrease in the contract with Kyung S. Chun for 1997.
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Chairman of the Legislature and the Director of Community Services to execute an amended agreement with Venkata S. and Savrithri A. Satti for the provision of psychiatric consultation services to the Mental Health Clinic, in an amount not to exceed $24,200, an increase of $2,500, said funding is available in the 1997 operating budget; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 488 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE PAYMENT TO THE NEW YORK STATE CONFERENCE OF LOCAL MENTAL HYGIENE DIRECTORS - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, the, New York State Conference of Local Mental Hygiene Directors, Inc. is establishing a support system of a Statewide Medicaid managed care technical assistance effort to Local Governmental Units, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Office of Mental Health has allocated a one-time expenditure to counties which can be used for these purposes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes an expenditure of $562.00 to the New York Conference of Local Mental Hygiene Directors, Inc. for the provision of a support network of a statewide Medicaid managed care technical assistance effort; funding available for this expenditure in the 1997 Mental Health Clinic operating budget.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 489 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: PAYMENT TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, there are unexpended monies in the 1997 Mental Health Clinic operating budget, and
WHEREAS, the process is underway to close out the bond for the building project known as Mill Creek Center, and
WHEREAS, it is advantageous to pay the Community Services Board to apply these unexpended funds to the bond, thereby reducing the risk for the County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes a payment in an amount not to exceed $100,000 to the Schuyler County Community Services Board to be applied to the bond. It is understood that these funds are available in the 1997 Mental Health Clinic budget, with no additional cost to the County; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the transfer of funds from various Mental Health 4310. accounts to the rent account no. 4310.446 to accommodate this transaction. It is understood that the various Mental Health 4310. accounts herein referenced will be set forth and made a part hereof no later than January 31, 1998.
ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT
4310.100 $36,500
4310.101 $ 700
4310.204 $ 3,000
4310.210 $ 2,500
4310.212 $ 1,400
4310.442 $ 1,000
4310.603 $ 1,500
TOTAL $46,600
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 490 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: AUTHORIZE FUND TRANSFERS AND PURCHASE OF COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
WHEREAS, the Public Health Office has a need for computer equipment for the Immunization Program and the Home Health/Public Health Agency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Public Health Office is hereby authorized to purchase computer equipment and the County Treasurer is to transfer funds as follows:
+ 2,194.46 account no. 4010.208-4034 Computer Equipment - 536.67 account no. 4010.400-4034 Contractual Expenses
- 1.00 account no. 4010.433-4034 Postage
- 251.79 account no. 4010.440-4034 Travel
- 1,405.00 account no. 4010.490-4034 Contracted Services
+ 4,234.00 account no. 4010.208 Computer Equipment
- 350.00 account no. 4010.402 Advertising
- 259.00 account no. 4010.403 Dues
- 400.00 account no. 4010.407 Books & Subscriptions
- 935.00 account no. 4010.426 Maintenance of Equipment
- 1,490.00 account no. 4010.429 Medical Supplies
- 800.00 account no. 4010.532 Computer Services
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 491 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AMEND AGREEMENT WITH AFFILIATED PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES, P.C. AND AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH PUBLIC HEALTH - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, nurses and aides in the community are well situated to provide early detection and identification of individual in need of various services, including mental hygiene services, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County is desirous of integrating health and mental health services to the greatest extent practicable, and
WHEREAS, it would be desirable to provide early detection training in identifying mental hygiene service needs to health department personnel deployed in the community, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County Community Services Board has contractual services with Affiliated Psychological Consultants, P.C. for service which could include such training.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the Chairman of the Legislature and the Director of Public Health/Director of Community Services to increase the agreement with Affiliated Psychological Services for the purpose of providing training in early detection, outreach and advocacy services for individuals, and to provide ongoing mental hygiene service consultation in an amount not to exceed $20,000, agreement effective immediately, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes an agreement between the Mental Health Department and the Public Health Department for the provision of these services, which will be billed on a quarterly basis for calendar year 1998, with no additional cost to the County; both agreements subject to the approval of the County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 492 Motion by Burnside, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH CENTER FOR GOVERNMENTAL RESEARCH - MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, it has been a longstanding and increasing concern regarding the accessibility, availability, and effectiveness of services for children and youth in Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, various agencies are involved in a fragmentary system of service delivery, and
WHEREAS, it would be desirable to have an overall comprehensive study of the needs for such services, and
WHEREAS, the Center for Governmental Research has conducted a previously similar study in related areas and is therefore familiar with Schuyler County government and services in many areas.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Chairman of the Legislature and the Director of Community Services to enter into an agreement with the Center for Governmental Research to provide a needs assessment and make recommendations for the comprehensive and coordinated delivery of children and youth health and mental hygiene services in Schuyler County, in an amount not to exceed $20,000 with no additional cost to the County; agreement subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 493 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF AUTOMOBILE - MENTAL HEALTH WHEREAS, the Mental Health Clinic is providing more extensive outreach and advocacy services, and a vehicle is essential to this position, due to the highly mobile nature of the field work involved in this activity.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the purchase of an automobile for the Mental Health Clinic, via the New York State contract through the Office of General Services, in an amount not to exceed $20,000. It is understood funding is available in the 1997 approved county budget, and there will be no additional cost to the County in this transaction, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Treasurer to transfer funds from account no. 4310.100 to account no. 4310.204 in the amount of $20,000.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 494 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: RESCIND RESOLUTION NO. 534-92 AUTHORIZING COMPENSATION FOR LAW BOOKS - COUNTY ATTORNEY
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 534-92 set forth a monthly allowance for the use of the County Attorney's personal law books to do work of the County Attorney's Office, and
WHEREAS, these costs have blended in to the overall contract for services with the Department of Social Services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 534-92 be, and hereby is, rescinded.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 495 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: AMENDMENT OF SCHUYLER COUNTY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES - REQUEST FOR QUOTES ON CERTAIN INSURANCES
WHEREAS, the Management and Finance Committee recommends that the County's property/casualty insurances and disability insurance be competitively quoted at least every three years and that this should be part of County policy.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Policies and Procedures Manual be amended to include a policy requiring the Legislature to solicit quotes on its property/casualty insurances and disability insurance at least every three years. (The next quotation period will commence in the year 1999.)
VOTE: Passed 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 496 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 6 OF THE YEAR 1997 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR 1998
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has determined the salaries for certain public officials for the year 1998, and
WHEREAS, some of such officials are public officers whose terms are fixed and whose terms extend beyond 1997, and
WHEREAS, County Law Section 201 requires 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. 6 of 1997, 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 29, 1997 at 4:30 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY.
COUNTY OF SCHUYLER LOCAL LAW INTRO NO. 6 OF THE YEAR 1997
A Local Law Setting the Salaries of Certain Public Officers for the year 1998.
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, 1998.
2. The following public officers are subject to the provision hereof:
Deputy Treasurer $28,938
Real Property Tax Director $32,240
Personnel Officer $32,345
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. 497 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: RESOLUTION AND NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE PURSUANT TO 6NYCRR PART 617 RELATIVE TO THE PROPOSED FORMATION OF THE LAKES PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION DISTRICTS FOR LAMOKA AND WANETA LAKES (SCHUYLER COUNTY)
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 271-97 on July 14, 1997, the Schuyler County Legislature has stated its intent to assume responsibility for the environmental review of this action as lead agency under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and its implementing regulations, 6NYCRR Part 617 (SEQR), and
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 271-97 on July 14, 1997, the Schuyler County Legislature determined that the proposed action of the creation of a Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District for Lamoka and Waneta Lakes (Schuyler County) is an unlisted action under SEQR, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has reviewed and considered Parts 1, 2, and 3 of an Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) prepared for the proposed action which has been placed on file at the legislative offices, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has received, reviewed, and considered the information and recommendation presented in the District Formation Report associated with the proposed action, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature is aware and understands that the future adoption of a lake management plan and/or the seeking of permission from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to apply chemical herbicides to control nuisance aquatic vegetation in said lakes will require further environmental reviews, assessments, and determinations under SEQR, to which Schuyler County and the proposed Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County) will be involved parties.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the Schuyler County Legislature, acting as lead agency, finds that the proposed action of creating this Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District for Lamoka and Waneta Lakes (Schuyler County) will not result in significant adverse impacts upon the environment.
2. That the Environmental Assessment Form for this proposed action shall be maintained on file in the Office of the Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature.
3. That the Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature is hereby directed to transmit a certified copy of this resolution and the completed Environmental Assessment Form to each of the following: Schuyler County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency, Schuyler County Attorney, Schuyler County Planning Commission, Schuyler County Environmental Management Council, Steuben County Legislature, Steuben County Attorney, Steuben County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency, Town of Tyrone Supervisor, Town of Wayne Supervisor, Town of Orange Supervisor, Town of Bradford Supervisor, the Lamoka/Waneta Lakes' Association, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (Albany, Latham and Avon offices), New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and the New York State Electric and Gas Corporation (NYSEG).
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked how this resolution has changed since last month. Dennis Fagan explained that it now clearly states that future chemicals will require further SEQR review. Legislator Young said that it looks like the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will become the lead agency. Dennis explained that they said they have indicated that they would. Legislator Thurston said he feels more comfortable voting on this resolution. Legislator Little explained that John Czamanske brought information to the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee meeting that made it more helpful to him so he may vote more clearly.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 498 Motion by Little, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: A RESOLUTION MAKING CERTAIN DETERMINATIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER, NEW YORK, TO BE KNOWN AS THE "SCHUYLER COUNTY LAMOKA/WANETA LAKES PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION DISTRICT", AND APPROVING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SUCH DISTRICT, SUBJECT TO PERMISSIVE REFERENDUM
WHEREAS, the Legislature of the County of Schuyler, New York, duly adopted Resolution No. 426 on November 10, 1997:
o •receiving, accepting and placing on file the October 1997 revised District Formation Report, together with the maps and plans for the proposed "Schuyler County Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District"; o •declaring that the establishment of the District is necessary; o •determining that the District shall be established jointly with Steuben County in order to serve the properties adjoining said lakes in the District as shown in the report; o •determining that the District should include all of the properties set forth in the Report; o •directing the County to take such measures for the formation of the District jointly with Steuben County as may be required by law; o •directing that the Legislature shall authorize the issuance of bonds in the principal amount of $214,690 to pay the County's share of the cost of the establishment of the District; o •stating that such $213,690 bonds, together with bonds in the amount of $92,310 to be issued by Steuben County, will amount to the total cost of $306,000 as specified in the Report; o •determining that the administration of the District shall be a joint function of Schuyler County and Steuben County in accordance with an intergovernmental agreement pursuant to Article 5-A of the County law; and o •directing that an additional public hearing on the question of the establishment of the District to be held by the Legislature pursuant to Article 5-A of the County law because of the revisions made in the Report, such public hearing to be held not less than ten nor more than twenty days from the date of adoption of the resolution in the manner and form as provided by Article 5-A of the County Law; and
WHEREAS, in pursuance of the aforesaid Resolution No. 426, the Legislature duly adopted on November 10, 1997, Resolution No. 427 calling a meeting of the Legislature to be held in the Upstairs Courtroom of the Courthouse at 105 Ninth Street, in Watkins Glen, New York, on the 24th day of November, 1997, at 7:00 o'clock p.m., Prevailing Time, for the purpose of conducting a public hearing to consider the establishment of the District, to be known as the "Schuyler County Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District", consisting of the territory within Schuyler County as hereinafter set forth in APPENDIX A which is on file in the Legislative Office and made a part hereof, and for such further action on the part of the Legislature in relation thereto as may be required by law or proper in the premises, and
WHEREAS, the notice of such public hearing stated that the maximum amount to be expended for said improvements will be assessed in proportion as nearly as may be to the benefit which each lot or parcel of land will derive therefrom pursuant to Section 271 of the County Law ("Alternate Method of Assessment"), and that the cost thereof to the typical average property in the District with a lot size of up to 80 feet (front footage) will be $90.19 per year, and that the expenses of the District to the extent of the amounts to be expended and not paid from revenues of the District shall be raise pursuant to Section 271 of the County Law ("Alternate Method of Assessment"), as more fully stated in the Report, and
WHEREAS, such public hearing was duly held and conducted at the place and on the date and at the time as aforesaid, at which all persons seeking to be heard were duly heard, and
WHEREAS, subsequent to such public hearing the Legislature duly adopted a resolution of NEGATIVE DECLARATION determining, pursuant to the SEQR regulations of the State of New York, that such project constitutes an action which will not have any significant impacts upon the environment, and WHEREAS, it is now desired to adopt a resolution making the determinations required to be made by Section 256 of the County Law with respect to such District, which resolution shall also approve the establishment of the District as the boundaries shall be finally determined and the construction of the improvements therefore SUBJECT TO PERMISSIVE REFERENDUM.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler, New York, SUBJECT TO PERMISSIVE REFERENDUM, as follows:
Section 1. It is hereby determined that the improvements proposed in the revised District Formation
Report for the "Schuyler County Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District" are adequate and appropriate and it is further determined as follows:
That all the property and property owners within the proposed District are benefitted thereby; That all of the property and property owners benefitted are included within the limits of the proposed District; and That it is in the public interest to establish the District.
Section 2. The establishment of such District, to be bounded and described as set forth in APPENDIX
A hereto, and the construction of the improvements proposed therefor, at a maximum estimated cost of $306,000, of which $213,690 shall be the share of Schuyler County and $92,310 shall be the share of Steuben County, is hereby approved SUBJECT TO PERMISSIVE REFERENDUM.
Section 3. The District shall be known as the "Schuyler County Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and
Rehabilitation District".
Section 4. The Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature is hereby directed, in the same manner as provided for notice of a special election, to cause a notice to be published at least once in each official newspaper of said County within ten days of the adoption of this resolution giving notice to the public that this resolution is adopted SUBJECT TO PERMISSIVE REFERENDUM. Such notice shall contain the number, date of adoption, a true copy of this resolution and a statement that such resolution is adopted SUBJECT TO PERMISSIVE REFERENDUM. Unless a valid petition is duly filed in the manner required by law and within the time required by law, this resolution shall take effect after forty-five days shall have expired after its adoption. Section 5. As required by Section 257 of the County Law, the Clerk of the Schuyler County Legislature shall cause to be prepared and have available for distribution copies of the proper form of the petition to be signed by those electors qualified to sign such petition and to vote.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 499 Motion by Little, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ALTER 1998 TENTATIVE BUDGET AND AUTHORIZE $20,000 TO BE APPROPRIATED FOR JOINT PURCHASE OF EXCAVATOR TO BE SHARED WITH SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the Highway Department and Soil and Water Conservation District both need an excavator, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Department has $20,000 in unexpended 1997 funds in the Machinery supplies account no. 5130.438.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to increase the 1998 Tentative Budget by $20,000 in Machinery account no. 5130.0400 and also to increase the appropriated fund balance by $20,000, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Highway Department be hereby authorized to enter into any necessary letter of agreement to effectuate the sharing of the excavator with the Soil and Water Conservation District.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 500 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the following:
AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO.
$3,900 1010.603-Lease/Purchase 1010.410-Copier Supplies/Expenses
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 501 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside. RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - PUBLIC DEFENDER
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by addition of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
+ $ 5,000 1170.435 Public Defender Professional Fees/Svcs.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 502 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - DISTRICT ATTORNEY
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by addition of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
+ $ 1,215 1165.206 Chairs (3)
+ $ 680 1165.210 Furniture (Desks/Room Divider)
+ $ 2,760 1165.410 Copier
+ $ 300 1165.433 Shipping (for Equipment)
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 503 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - PROBATION
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
- $ 824 3140.382 Security System Monitoring
+ $ 2,280 3140.410 Copier Supplies/Expense - $ 1,456 3140.603 Lease/Purchase Agreements
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 504 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - MENTAL HEALTH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the following:
AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO.
$2,400 4310.603-Lease/Purchase 4310.410-Copier Supplies/Expense
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 505 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - WATERSHED
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the addition of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
+ $ 1,000 4050.476 Watershed - Sampling (Sand & Water)
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 506 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - SENECA HARBOR PARK
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the addition of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
+ $ 8,000 7110.100 SHP-Personal Services
+ $ 1,000 7110.442 SHP-Utilities + $ 4,100 7110.427 SHP-Maintenance Supplies
+ $ 200 7110.490 SHP-Subcontracts
+ $ 1,800 7110-2410 Rental of Buildings-Boat Storage
+ $ 5,800 7110-2089 Other-SCIDA Lease Payments
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 507 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the deletion of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
- $ 8,000 1620.100 Buildings - Personal Services
- $ 1,000 1620.442 Buildings - Utilities
- $ 4,100 1622.427 Grounds - Maintenance Supplies
- $ 200 1622.490 Grounds - Subcontracts
- $ 1,800 1620.2410 Rental of Buildings - Boat Storage
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 508 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - SOCIAL SERVICES
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget for 1998 be altered and modified by the deletion of the following:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
$30,000 6102.400 MMIS - Medical Assistance, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to decrease the appropriated General Fund Balance accordingly to meet a zero percentage tax levy increase.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 509 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: ALTERATION OF TENTATIVE BUDGET PURSUANT TO COUNTY LAW SECTION 358 - HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to appropriate $75,500 of County Road Fund Balance to the 1998 budget.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 510 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: ADOPTION OF SCHUYLER COUNTY BUDGET FOR 1998
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 1998 would be held at 7:30 p.m. on November 24, 1997, in the upstairs Main Court Room of the Court House, Watkins Glen, NY, and
WHEREAS, the above-mentioned Public Hearing was held on November 24, 1997 at said time and place.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Budget for 1998 as presented by the Budget Officer and the Management & Finance Committee of the Legislature, and as revised by the Schuyler County Legislature, to raise $5,836,657.00 by tax levy, be adopted.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 511 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: APPROPRIATE THE SEVERAL AMOUNTS SPECIFIED IN BUDGET IN COLUMN ENTITLED "1998"
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature by Resolution No. 510, dated December 8, 1997, has adopted a budget for fiscal year 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the several amounts specified in such budget in the column entitled "1998" as amended, be, and the same hereby are, appropriated for the objects and purposes specified, effective January 1, 1998. VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 512 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: 1998 BUDGET OF $19,625,506.00: 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, 1997, 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, 1997 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 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 513 Motion by Burnside, Second by Little.
RE: AUTHORIZE TWO (2) EMERGENCY RESOLUTIONS BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize two (2) resolutions be brought to the floor.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 514 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR NAVIGATION EXPENSES - SHERIFF
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer the following:
AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO.
$ 900 3150.445-Jail, Extradition 3111.400-Navigation, Contractual
$ 1,500 3150.456-Jail, Board Prisoners 3111.100-Navigation, Personal Services
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 515 Motion by Hastings, Second by Fitzsimmons. RE: AUTHORIZE COMPUTER UPGRADE AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS - SHERIFF
WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Department computer system needs to be upgraded, and
WHEREAS, such upgrade has been approved by the Computer Coordination Committee, and
WHEREAS, money is available in the Sheriff's seized asset reserve account.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $1,500 from Seized Assets 885 Reserve to Seized Assets account no. 3121.208 for the aforementioned computer upgrade.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. He reported that phase two of the communications center is 98% complete. It is an amazing system. Legislator Thurston said he recently had the opportunity to sit in there on an emergency. He remembers back in 1974 when they only had two lines, two radios and two microphones. This system makes it 300% more efficient. Legislator Hastings reported that there will be a tour of the new system in 1998 for the new legislators.
Legislator Burnside reported on the Public Works Committee. He gave an update on all of the County roads. He reported that the DTN system is installed and is working. The Buildings and Grounds department has refurbished two rooms at the Rural Urban Center. The house on Madison Avenue is now torn down. The move for the County Attorney and the Buildings Maintenance Supervisor will take place December 22, 1997 and the new District Attorney will be in-house January 2, 1998.
Legislator Burnside reported on the Governmental Operations Committee. The Legislature voted in the digitization for the Elections Office.
Legislator Fitzsimmons reported on the Management & Finance Committee. The budget was just approved tonight. Legislator Thurston stated that this is his third year attending budget workshops and this year was a totally different process, it was fantastic. He said it has been a pleasure working with Bob, he will be missed and Del has his work cut out for him as the new Chairman of Management & Finance.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Human Services Committee. The Commissioner of Social Services is leaving us this month, however, they gained Teri Bacille in accounting.
Legislator Hastings reported on the Health Services Committee. Jim Howell and Irene Brown will be attending an Open Space meeting at the Corning Community College. It is on land they want to conserve as open space. There will a public comment period on conservation plans. There are two parcels that involve Schuyler County, one is an extension of the State Park and the other are the two pieces of property below Chef's Diner on Route 14. This Legislature can send any comments to Jim to have him take to the Public Hearing. There are four pieces of property that will come off the County's tax rolls. One property was a low income housing plan for the Village of Watkins Glen. Legislator Young said she is committed to the making of an open space in the Texas Hollow area. She hopes it will be kept that way. Another area she is concerned about is the Rock Cabin road, there are unique butterflies and trees located there. In order to expand on ecotourism the County needs to keep certain areas around.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Chairman Halpin stated that they are in the final stages of receiving the grant money for the Shared Fuel Facility. She has talked to Southern Tier Central and our group is going to get more money than either other two groups in New York State. The facility will be located on the County Highway grounds. She thanked Legislator Burnside, John Czamanske and Southern Tier Central for helping her write the grant. The money will not be awarded until July. The School District will have to go ahead and purchase the tanks. The County facility will have to be used for a short time until the project is complete, which should be by the end of 1998.
NEW BUSINESS: Legislator Hastings stated that this is the last Regular Meeting with the soon-to-be former legislators. She expressed how much she is going to miss Bob Fitzsimmons and Barb Halpin. They have both done so much for the County. She will also miss Bob Burnside and Charlie Young. She stated that a lot of good, new legislators are coming on board.
Chairman Halpin said it has been an honor and a privilege to be a legislator and the Chairman to serve the citizens of Schuyler County. It has been great having the opportunity to learn how this organization works and learn a lot of other important things that have nothing to do with County government. She learned to get along with other people, compromise, listen and understand. She feels she has grown tremendously as a person. She leaves with no regrets and wishes the new Legislature nothing but the best.
Legislator Burnside stated that this Legislature has done more than he can imagine. He then reviewed a lot of what has happened in the last six years. Phase I and II of the new Communications system, printing our own tax bills in-house, having a computer expert on board now, Management Confidential Salary Plan, the Records Management program, the new County Complex building, a substantial fund balance, new offices for quite a few departments, a Purchasing Agent that has saved the County money, a new roof on the Rural Urban Center, the combining of standing committees, the budget process was simplified, changes in the Personnel Department, Digitization for the Elections Office, lakefront improvement program, Mental Health and Public Health merger, new policies implemented and the Mobile Work Crew program.
Legislator Fitzsimmons said he has felt very wistful the last few weeks, things you hope you contributed towards. This place has taught him a lot about himself, but he hopes he listened hard during his best moments. There are a million different responsibilities to try and learn. He is excited for the new Legislature. He thanked the public for their contributions and thanked the employees for their service.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Del Bleiler said, as an upcoming legislator, he is still skeptical and he feels it is a lot of money, but he will work as hard as he can to see that it is successful.
The meeting adjourned at 9:12 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
ANNUAL BUDGET OF 1998 Budget of Schuyler County for Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 1998 Tentative Budget - Filed November 10, 1997 Adopted December 8, 1997 NANCY A. PETERS, BUDGET OFFICER
LEGISLATURE APPROPRIATIONS:
A1010.1 Personal Service 112,495.00 A1010.2 Equipment 3,125.00
A1010.4 Contractual Expense 34,060.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 149,680.00
LEGISLATURE REVENUES:
1010-1081 Other Payments In Lieu of Taxes 85,000.00
1010-1110 State Admin. Sales and Use Tax 2,369,000.00
1010-2660 Sales of Real Property 5,000.00
1010-2720 Off Track Betting 15,000.00
1010-4089 Federal Aid - Other (Entitlement Land) 6,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 2,480,000.00
DISTRICT ATTORNEY APPROPRIATIONS:
A1165.1 Personal Service 67,213.00
A1165.2 Equipment 3,395.00
A1165.4 Contractual Expense 26,905.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 97,513.00
PUBLIC DEFENDER APPROPRIATIONS:
A1170.1 Personal Service 29,642.00
A1170.2 Equipment 600.00
A1170.4 Contractual Expense 43,300.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 73,542.00
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE APPROPRIATIONS:
A1180.4 Contractual Expense 500.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 500.00
CORONERS APPROPRIATIONS:
A1185.4 Contractual Expense 13,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 13,000.00
COUNTY TREASURER APPROPRIATIONS:
A1325.1 Personal Service 102,727.00
A1325.2 Equipment 7,100.00
A1325.4 Contractual Expense 54,690.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 164,517.00
COUNTY TREASURER REVENUES:
1325-1090 Interest and Penalties on Taxes 430,000.00
1325-1091 Penalties on Special Assessments 18,000.00
1325-1230 Clerk/Treasurer Fees 8,000.00
1325-2401 Interest on Investments 80,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 536,000.00
BUDGET OFFICER APPROPRIATIONS:
A1340.4 Contractual Expense 750.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 750.00
REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS:
A1355.1 Personal Service 73,494.00
A1355.4 Contractual Expense 35,250.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 109,244.00
REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE REVENUES:
1355-2201 Tax Assessment Service 15,700.00
1355-3040 Tax Maps and Assessments 2,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 17,700.00
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 137,192.00
A1410.2 Equipment 3,400.00
A1410.4 Contractual Expense 20,600.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 161,192.00
COUNTY CLERK REVENUES:
1410-1255 County Clerk Fees 175,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 175,000.00
COUNTY ATTORNEY APPROPRIATIONS:
A1420.1 Personal Service 88,638.00
A1420.2 Equipment 3,950.00
A1420.4 Contractual Expense 24,919.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 117,507.00
COUNTY ATTORNEY REVENUES:
1420-1265 Attorney Fees 81,929.00
TOTAL REVENUES 81,929.00
CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL APPROPRIATIONS:
A1430.1 Personal Service 82,773.00
A1430.2 Equipment 2,000.00
A1430.4 Contractual Expense 48,610.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 133,383.00
CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL REVENUES:
1430-1260 Personnel Fees 1,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 1,000.00
ELECTIONS APPROPRIATIONS:
A1450.1 Personal Service 30,267.00
A1450.2 Equipment 7,200.00
A1450.4 Contractual Expense 18,700.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 56,167.00
ELECTIONS REVENUES:
1450-2215 Election Services 750.00
TOTAL REVENUES 750.00
RECORDS MANAGEMENT APPROPRIATIONS:
A1460.1 Personal Service 12,112.00
A1460.4 Contractual Expense 450.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 12,562.00
RECORDS MANAGEMENT REVENUES:
1460-1289 Other General Government Department Income 5,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 5,000.00
CENTRAL SERVICES APPROPRIATIONS:
A1610.2 Equipment 2,500.00
A1610.4 Contractual 65,800.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 68,300.00
CENTRAL SERVICES REVENUES:
1610-1270 Shared Services Charges 65,800.00
TOTAL REVENUES 65,800.00
BUILDINGS APPROPRIATIONS:
A1620.1 Personal Service 176,557.00
A1620.2 Equipment 4,600.00 A1620.4 Contractual Expense 141,955.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 323,112.00
BUILDINGS REVENUES:
1620-1270 Shared Services Charges 13,795.00
1620-2410 Rental of Buildings - Individual 60,845.00
1620-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 500.00
1620-3021 Court Facilities Aid 30,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES: 105,140.00
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS - MOBILE WORK CREW APPROPRIATIONS:
A1621.1 Personal Service 24,489.00
A1621.4 Contractual 4,300.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 28,789.00
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS - MOBILE WORK CREW REVENUES:
1621-1289 Other General Government Dept. Income 35,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 35,000.00
GROUNDS APPROPRIATIONS:
A1622.2 Equipment 500.00 A1622.4 Contractual 10,400.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 10,900.00
PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT APPROPRIATIONS:
A1630.4 Contractual Expense 5,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 5,000.00
STOREROOM APPROPRIATIONS:
A1660.1 Personal Service 23,681.00
A1660.4 Contractual Expense 2,350.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 26,031.00
CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING APPROPRIATIONS:
A1680.1 Personal Service 10,000.00
A1680.2 Equipment 4,000.00
A1680.4 Contractual Expense 12,200.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 26,200.00
CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING REVENUES:
1680-1289 Other General Governmental Income - Training 2,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 2,000.00
UNALLOCATED INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A1910.4 Contractual 166,723.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 166,723.00
UNALLOCATED INSURANCE REVENUES:
1910-2680 Insurance Recoveries 79,758.00
TOTAL REVENUES 79,758.00
MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION DUES APPROPRIATIONS:
A1920.4 Contractual 2,760.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,760.00
JUDGMENTS & CLAIMS APPROPRIATIONS:
A1930.4 Contractual 4,800.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 4,800.00
TAXES & ASSESSMENTS ON PROPERTY APPROPRIATIONS:
A1950.4 Contractual 225.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 225.00
CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT APPROPRIATIONS:
A1990.5 Contingencies 50,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 50,000.00
COMMUNITY COLLEGE TUITION APPROPRIATIONS:
A2490.4 Contractual 480,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 480,000.00
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 35,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 35,000.00
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS REVENUES:
3020-1140 Emergency Telephone Surcharge 35,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 35,000.00
SHERIFF APPROPRIATIONS:
A3110.1 Personal Service 403,117.00
A3110.2 Equipment 4,400.00
A3110.4 Contractual Expense 147,310.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 554,827.00
SHERIFF REVENUES:
3110-1510 Sheriff Fees 121,000.00
3110-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 3,000.00
3110-4320 Crime Control 40,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 164,000.00
NAVIGATION APPROPRIATIONS:
A3111.1 Personal Service 12,000.00
A3111.2 Equipment 1,000.00
A3111.4 Contractual Expense 2,400.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 15,400.00
NAVIGATION REVENUES:
3111-3315 State Aid - Navigation Law Enforcement 11,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 11,000.00
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 145,169.00
A3140.2 Equipment 1,600.00 A3140.4 Contractual Expense 21,898.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 168,667.00
PROBATION REVENUES:
3140-1580 Restitution 1,400.00
3140-1589 Other (Investigation Fees) 9,900.00
3140-2610 Fines and Forfeited Bail 200.00
3140-3310 State Aid - Probation Services 52,251.00
TOTAL REVENUES 63,751.00
JAIL APPROPRIATIONS:
A3150.1 Personal Service 651,635.00
A3150.2 Equipment 8,000.00
A3150.4 Contractual Expenses 179,323.00
A3150.6 Lease/Purchase 2,300.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 841,258.00
JAIL REVENUES:
3150-1512 Board of Prisoners - Other Munic. 150,000.00
3150-3316 State Aid - Board of Prisoners 26,000.00
3150-3330 State Aid - Unified Court Budget 43,000.00
3150-4389 Other Breakfast/Lunch Program 2,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 221,000.00
TRAFFIC CONTROL APPROPRIATIONS:
A3310.4 Contractual Expense 50.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 50.00
STOP D.W.I. APPROPRIATIONS:
A3315.1 Personal Service 38,683.00
A3315.2 Equipment 6,000.00
A3315.4 Contractual Expense 18,382.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 63,065.00
STOP D.W.I. REVENUES:
3315-2615 Stop D.W.I. Fines 45,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 45,000.00
FIRE-EMERGENCY MEDICAL APPROPRIATIONS:
A3412.4 Contractual Expense 23,646.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 23,646.00
FIRE-EMERGENCY MEDICAL REVENUES: 3412-1588 Bureau of Fire - EMS Books 1,750.00
3412-3489 Other Health - EMS 18,775.00
TOTAL REVENUES 20,525.00
CONTROL OF DOGS APPROPRIATIONS:
A3510.1 Personal Service 36,121.00
A3510.2 Equipment 1,000.00
A3510.4 Contractual Expense 15,700.00
A3510.6 Lease/Purchase 3,600.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 56,421.00
DOG CONTROL REVENUES:
3510-1550 Public Pound Charges and Control Fees 1,000.00
3510-2268 Dog Control Services 20,577.00
3510-2705 Gifts and Donations 200.00
TOTAL REVENUES 21,777.00
OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT APPROPRIATIONS:
A3689.1 Personal Service 52,324.00
A3689.2 Equipment 1,500.00
A3689.4 Contractual Expense 101,550.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 155,374.00
OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT REVENUES:
3689-1587 Bureau of Fire - Life Safety 5,000.00
3689-1589 Other Public Safety Dept. Income 45,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 50,000.00
OFFICE OF EM. MGMT. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS GRANT 3680 APPROPRIATIONS:
A3689.2 Equipment 1,500.00
A3689.4 Contractual Expense 320.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,820.00
OFFICE OF EM. MGMT. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS GRANT 3680 REVENUES:
3689-4389 Other Public Safety Aid 1,820.00
TOTAL REVENUES 1,820.00
PUBLIC HEALTH APPROPRIATIONS:
A4010.1 Personal Service 420,842.00
A4010.2 Equipment 10,000.00
A4010.4 Contractual Expense 175,112.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 605,954.00
PUBLIC HEALTH REVENUES:
4010-1610 Home Nursing Charges 400,000.00
4010-1611 Office for the Aging 18,000.00
4010-3401 State Aid - Public Health 189,936.00
TOTAL REVENUES 607,936.00
RABIES CONTROL APPROPRIATIONS:
A4042.4 Contractual Expenses 20,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 20,000.00
RABIES REVENUES:
4042-3401 State Aid - Rabies 19,000.00
4042-3489 Other Health (Rabies, Ag. & Markets) 500.00
TOTAL REVENUES 19,500.00
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 68,193.00
A4050.2 Equipment 1,400.00
A4050.4 Contractual Expense 24,574.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 94,167.00
WATERSHED REVENUES:
4050-1609 Watershed Revenues 31,000.00
4050-3403 State Aid - Watershed 24,424.00
TOTAL REVENUES 55,424.00
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 433,531.00
A4310.2 Equipment 6,900.00
A4310.4 Contractual Expense 401,623.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 842,054.00
MENTAL HEALTH REVENUES:
4310-1620 Mental Health Fees 463,172.00
4310-3490 State Aid - Mental Health 447,541.00
TOTAL REVENUES 910,713.00
MENTAL HEALTH CONTRACT AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS:
A4322.3 Contractual Expense 465,798.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 465,798.00
MENTAL HEALTH CONTRACT AGENCIES REVENUES:
4322-1625 Mental Health Contribution from Private Agencies 21,873.00
4322-1689 Other Health Department Income 13,677.00 4322-2410 Rental of Buildings - Individual 152,869.00
4322-3490 State Aid - Mental Health 160,506.00
4322-4490 Federal Aid - Mental Health 110,440.00
TOTAL REVENUES 459,355.00
BUS OPERATIONS APPROPRIATIONS:
A5630.4 Contractual Expense 201,313.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 201,313.00
BUS OPERATIONS REVENUES:
5630-1789 Other Transportation Department Income 80,808.00
5630-3594 State Aid - Bus and Other Mass Transportation 85,140.00
5630-4089 Federal Aid - Other Transportation 20,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 185,948.00
SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION APPROPRIATIONS:
A6010.1 Personal Service 880,400.00
A6010.2 Equipment 24,560.00
A6010.4 Contractual Expense 419,400.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,324,360.00
SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION REVENUES:
6010-1810 Repay of Administration 18,000.00
6010-3610 State Aid - Administration 545,250.00
6010-4610 Federal Aid - Administration 625,250.00
6010-4611 Federal Aid - Food Stamps 90,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 1,278,500.00
JOBS ADMINISTRATION APPROPRIATIONS:
A6015.1 Personal Service 25,468.00
A6015.4 Contractual Expense 50,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 75,468.00
JOBS ADMINISTRATION REVENUES:
6015-3615 State Aid Jobs 20,907.00
6015-4615 Federal Aid Jobs 41,813.00
TOTAL REVENUES 62,720.00
SERVICES FOR RECIPIENTS APPROPRIATIONS:
A6070.4 Contractual Expense 110,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 110,000.00
SERVICES FOR RECIPIENTS REVENUES:
6070-3670 State Aid - Purchase of Services 57,500.00
6070-4670 Federal Aid - Purchase of Services 50,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 107,500.00
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A6101.4 Contractual Expense 164,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 164,000.00
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE REVENUES:
6101-1801 Repay of Medical Assistance 110,000.00
6101-3601 State Aid - Medical Assistance 4,800.00
6101-4601 Federal Aid - Medical Assistance 9,600.00
TOTAL REVENUES 124,400.00
M.M.I.S. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A6102.4 Contractual Expense 2,017,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,017,000.00
M.M.I.S. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE REVENUES:
6102-3602 State Aid - Mentally Disabled 390,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES 390,000.00
SPECIAL NEED (ADULT/FAMILY) APPROPRIATIONS:
A6106.4 Contractual Expense 865.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 865.00
SPECIAL NEED (ADULT/FAMILY) REVENUES:
6106-3606 Special Needs (Adult/Family Homes) 865.00
TOTAL REVENUES 865.00
AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN APPROPRIATIONS:
A6109.4 Contractual Expense 900,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 900,000.00
AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN REVENUES:
6109-1809 Repay of Aid to Dependent Children 80,000.00
6109-1811 Child Support, Incentive Payment 24,000.00
6109-3609 State Aid - Aid to Dependent Children 199,000.00
6109-4609 Federal Aid - Aid to Dependent Children 410,500.00
TOTAL REVENUES 713,500.00
CHILD CARE APPROPRIATIONS:
A6119.4 Contractual Expense 95,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 95,000.00
CHILD CARE REVENUES:
6119-1819 Repayment of Child Care 1,000.00
6119-3619 State Aid - Child Care 25,000.00
6119-4619 Federal Aid - Child Care 34,500.00
TOTAL REVENUES 60,500.00
JUVENILE DELINQUENCY APPROPRIATIONS:
A6123.4 Contractual Expense 70,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 70,000.00
JUVENILE DELINQUENCY REVENUES:
6123-1823 Repay of Juvenile Delinquent Care 10,000.00
6123-3623 State Aid - Juvenile Delinquency 30,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 40,000.00
STATE TRAINING SCHOOL APPROPRIATIONS:
A6129.4 Contractual Expense 35,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 35,000.00
JOBS APPROPRIATIONS:
A6135.4 Contractual Expense 5,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 5,000.00
JOBS REVENUES:
6135-3635 State Aid Jobs 1,250.00
6135-4635 Federal Aid Jobs 2,500.00
TOTAL REVENUES 3,750.00
HOME RELIEF APPROPRIATIONS:
A6140.4 Contractual Expense 175,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 175,000.00
HOME RELIEF REVENUES:
6140-1840 Repay of Home Relief 20,000.00
6140-3640 State Aid - Home Relief 77,500.00
TOTAL REVENUES 97,500.00
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 6,000.00
6141-4641 Federal Aid - HEAP Program 280,000.00
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:
6142-1842 Repay of Emergency Care - Adults 75.00
6142-3642 State Aid - Emergency Aid for Adults 1,463.00
TOTAL REVENUES 1,538.00
BURIALS APPROPRIATIONS:
A6148.4 Contractual Expense 20,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 20,000.00
BURIALS REVENUES:
6148-1848 Repay of Burials 500.00
6148-3648 State Aid - Burials 4,950.00
TOTAL REVENUES 5,450.00
COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM APPROPRIATIONS:
A6310.4 Contractual Expense 2,800.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,800.00
PUBLICITY APPROPRIATIONS:
A6410.4 Contractual Expense 89,538.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 89,538.00
PUBLICITY REVENUES:
6410-1113 Tax on Hotel Room Occupancy 36,040.00
TOTAL REVENUES 36,040.00
VETERAN SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS:
A6510.1 Personal Service 12,117.00
A6510.4 Contractual Expense 2,685.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 14,802.00
VETERAN SERVICE REVENUES:
6510-3710 Veterans Service Agencies 3,720.00
TOTAL REVENUES 3,720.00
WEIGHTS & MEASURES APPROPRIATIONS:
A6610.1 Personal Service 9,106.00
A6610.2 Equipment 200.00
A6610.4 Contractual Expense 1,508.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 10,814.00
WEIGHTS & MEASURES REVENUES:
6610-3789 Other Economic Assistance and Opportunity 1,887.00
TOTAL REVENUES 1,887.00
PROGRAMS FOR AGING APPROPRIATIONS:
A6772.1 Personal Service 225,736.00
A6772.2 Equipment 600.00
A6772.4 Contractual Expense 302,641.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 528,977.00
PROGRAMS FOR AGING REVENUES:
6772-1972 Programs for Aging 69,000.00
6772-3772 State Aid - Programs for Aging 199,858.00
6772-4772 Federal Aid - Programs for Aging 210,884.00
TOTAL REVENUES 479,742.00
OTHER ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY/DEVELOPMENT APPROPRIATIONS:
A6989.4 Contractual Expense (SCIDA) 5,000.00
A6989.4 Contractual Expense 85,383.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 90,383.00
SENECA HARBOR PARK APPROPRIATIONS:
A7110.1 Personal Service 8,000.00
A7110.4 Contractual Expense 5,300.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 13,300.00
SENECA HARBOR PARK REVENUES:
7110-2089 Other Culture and Recreation Departmental Income 5,800.00
7110-2410 Rental of Buildings - Individual 1,800.00
TOTAL REVENUES 7,600.00
YOUTH PROGRAMS APPROPRIATIONS:
A7310.1 Personal Service 74,932.00
A7310.4 Contractual Expense 87,553.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 162,485.00
YOUTH PROGRAMS REVENUES:
7310-3820 State Aid - Youth Programs 70,591.00
7310-4820 Youth Programs 63,309.00
TOTAL REVENUES 133,900.00
LIBRARY APPROPRIATIONS:
A7410.4 Contractual Expense 200.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 200.00
HISTORIAN APPROPRIATIONS:
A7510.4 Contractual Expense 500.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 500.00
OTHER PERFORMING ARTS APPROPRIATIONS:
A7560.4 Contractual 5,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 5,000.00
PLANNING APPROPRIATIONS:
A8020.4 Contractual Expense 48,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 48,000.00
REFUSE COLLECTION & DISPOSAL APPROPRIATIONS:
A8160.4 Contractual Expense 1,900.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,900.00
COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION - EMC APPROPRIATIONS:
A8510.3 Contractual Expense 9,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 9,000.00
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION PROGRAMS APPROPRIATIONS:
A8750.4 Contractual Expense 106,205.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 106,205.00
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION APPROPRIATIONS:
A8750.4 Contractual Expense 188,231.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 188,231.00
ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND APPROPRIATIONS:
A8830.4 Contractual Expense 600.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 600.00
STATE RETIREMENT APPROPRIATIONS:
A9010.8 Fringe Benefits 121,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 121,000.00
STATE RETIREMENT REVENUES:
9010-2770 Unclassified Employee Contributions 13,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 13,000.00
SOCIAL SECURITY APPROPRIATIONS:
A9030.8 Fringe Benefits 337,314.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 337,314.00
UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A9050.8 Fringe Benefits 15,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 15,000.00
DISABILITY INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A9055.8 Fringe Benefits 11,723.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 11,723.00
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A9060.8 Fringe Benefits 1,006,840.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,006,840.00
OTHER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
A9089.8 Fringe Benefits 720.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 720.00
TRANSFERS TO COUNTY ROAD FUND:
A9522.9 Transfers 1,124,053.00
TOTAL TRANSFERS TO COUNTY ROAD 1,124,053.00
TRANSFERS TO MACHINERY FUND:
A9524.9 Transfers 259,724.00
TOTAL TRANSFERS TO MACHINERY 259,724.00
SERIAL BONDS APPROPRIATIONS:
A9710.6 Debt Service - Principal 191,500.00
A9710.7 Debt Service - Interest 170,044.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 361,544.00
BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES APPROPRIATIONS:
A9730.7 Debt Service - Interest 18,720.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 18,720.00
TRANSFERS TO CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND APPROPRIATIONS:
A9950.9 Transfers 21,782.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 21,782.00
COUNTY ROAD ADMINISTRATION APPROPRIATIONS:
D5010.1 Personal Service 89,452.00
D5010.2 Equipment 8,890.00
D5010.4 Contractual Expense 6,850.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 105,192.00
COUNTY ROAD ADMINISTRATION REVENUES: 0002-2401 Interest on Investments 1,400.00
0002-2701 Refunds of Prior Years Expenditures 1,000.00
0002-3501 Consolidated Highway Aid 569,452.00
0002-3589 State Aid Other, Transportation 141,000.00
0002-4785 Disaster Assistance 320,918.00
0002-5031 Interfund Transfers 1,124,053.00
TOTAL REVENUES 2,157,823.00
ENGINEERING APPROPRIATIONS:
D5020.4 Contractual Expense 50,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 50,000.00
MAINTENANCE OF ROADS APPROPRIATIONS:
D5110.1 Personal Service 312,636.00
D5110.4 Contractual Expense 501,600.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 814,236.00
PERMANENT IMPROVEMENTS APPROPRIATIONS:
D5112.3 Reconstruction CR 11 54,000.00
D5112.3 Reconstruction CR 16 132,000.00
D5112.3 Reconstruction CR 12 36,000.00
D5112.3 Reconstruction CR 1 60,000.00 D5112.3 Reconstruction CR 19 & CR 20 15,500.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 297,500.00
BRIDGES APPROPRIATIONS:
D5120.3 Buck Hill Road Replacement 320,918.00
D5120.3 Materials, Membrane, Concrete 18,000.00
D5120.3 Bridges 141,000.00
D5120.3 CR 17 - 78" Culvert 8,700.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 488,618.00
SNOW REMOVAL APPROPRIATIONS:
D5142.1 Personal Service 100,500.00
D5142.4 Contractual Expense 109,500.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 210,000.00
STATE RETIREMENT APPROPRIATIONS:
D9010.8 Fringe Benefits 6,733.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 6,733.00
SOCIAL SECURITY APPROPRIATIONS:
D9030.8 Fringe Benefits 38,246.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 38,246.00
WORKER'S COMPENSATION APPROPRIATIONS:
D9040.8 Fringe Benefits 55,671.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 55,671.00
DISABILITY INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
D9055.8 Fringe Benefits 1,199.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,199.00
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
D9060.8 Fringe Benefits 90,920.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 90,920.00
SERIAL BONDS APPROPRIATIONS:
D9710.6 Debt Service - Principal 61,000.00
D9710.7 Debt Service - Interest 14,008.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 75,008.00
MACHINERY FUND APPROPRIATIONS:
D5010.1 Personal Service 92,454.00 D5010.2 Equipment 90,375.00
D5010.4 Contractual Expense 254,300.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 437,129.00
MACHINERY REVENUES:
0003-2401 Interest on Investments 800.00
0003-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 300.00
0003-2665 Sales of Equipment 12,000.00
0003-2801 Interfund Revenues 180,000.00
0003-5031 Interfund Transfers 259,724.00
TOTAL REVENUES 452,824.00
STATE RETIREMENT APPROPRIATIONS:
D9010.8 Fringe Benefits 1,231.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,231.00
SOCIAL SECURITY APPROPRIATIONS:
D9030.8 Fringe Benefits 7,073.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 7,073.00
WORKER'S COMPENSATION APPROPRIATIONS: D9040.8 Fringe Benefits 9,689.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 9,689.00
DISABILITY INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
D9055.8 Fringe Benefits 217.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 217.00
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
D9060.8 Fringe Benefits 17,485.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 17,485.00
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State and Rev. Attr. Rev. not Attr.
Appropriations Federal Aid To Function To Function
Legislative Board 149,680.00 6,000.00 2,474,000.00
Judicial 184,555.00
Executive
Finance 303,011.00 2,000.00 580,200.00
Staff 480,811.00 263,679.00
Shared Services 488,332.00 30,000.00 177,940.00 Special Items 224,508.00 79,758.00
Education 913,700.00 248,285.00 15,000.00
Public Safety 1,918,028.00 197,346.00 439,027.00
Public Health 2,223,573.00 996,447.00 1,208,581.00
Transportation 201,313.00 105,140.00 80,808.00
Social Services 5,280,693.00 2,902,648.00 269,575.00
Economic Programs 208,337.00 5,607.00 36,040.00
Programs for Aging 528,977.00 410,742.00 69,000.00
Youth Programs 162,485.00 133,900.00
County General 372,936.00 7,600.00
Undistributed 1,492,597.00 13,000.00
Interfund Transfers 1,405,559.00
Debt Service (General) 380,264.00
Co. Road Maint. 1,372,197.00 245,252.00 2,400.00 1,049,045.00
Co. Road Perm Imp. 786,118.00 786,118.00
Debt Service (Co. Road) 75,008.00 75,008.00
Machinery 472,824.00 193,100.00 259,724.00
Reserve for Uncoll. Taxes
TOTAL 19,625,506.00 6,069,485.00 5,909,708.00 1,383,777.00
Estimated Revenues: State and Federal Aid 6,069,485.00
Attributable to Functions 5,909,708.00
Not Att. To Functions 1,383,777.00
Total Estimated Revenues 13,362,970.00
Appropriated Surplus 425,879.00
1998 Tax Levy 5,836,657.00
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Summary By Funds
Total General County Road Machinery
Appropriations, Excluding Interfund Items:
18,219,947.00 15,513,800.00 2,233,323.00 472,824.00
Interfund Items: 1,405,559.00 1,405,559.00
Total Appropriations 19,625,506.00 16,919,359.00 2,233,323.00 472,824.00
LESS:
Est. Revenues, Other than Real Estate Taxes and Excluding Interfund Items:
11,799,193.00 10,752,323.00 1,033,770.00 13,100.00
Interfund Items: 1,563,777.00 1,124,053.00 439,724.00
Approp. Cash Surplus to 425,879.00 330,379.00 75,500.00 20,000.00
Reduce Tax Levy
Total Revenues 13,788,849.00 11,082,702.00 2,233,323.00 472,824.00 Balance of Appropriations to be Raised by Real Estate Taxes: 5,836,657.00
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SUMMARY OF BUDGET
All Funds
Total Appropriations of all Funds (excluding Interfund Items) 18,219,947.00
Interfund Items 1,405,559.00
Total Appropriations 19,625,506.00
LESS:
Estimated Revenues (excluding Interfund Revenues) 11,799,193.00
Interfund Items 1,563,777.00
Appropriated Cash Surplus to Reduce Tax Levy 425,879.00
Total Estimated Revenues and Appropriated Cash Surplus All Funds 13,788,849.00
General 330,379.00
County Road 75,500.00
Machinery 20,000.00
Real Estate Levy 5,836,657.00
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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 2,055,000.00 375,000.00 25,000.00 fiscal year after deducting est. encumbrances
Estimated cash surplus and reserves approp. 330,379.00 75,500.00 20,000.00 by Board to reduce tax levy
RESERVE FUNDS:
Reserve for Uncoll.Taxes: 247,148.00
Constitutional Tax Margin: 3,007,946.00
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YEAR END MEETING DECEMBER 29, 1997
The December 29, 1997 Year End Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order by Chairman Halpin at 4:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Thurston and followed by a Moment of Silence. Roll Call: All Legislators were present except Legislator Compton who was absent. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 6 OF THE YEAR 1997 TITLED SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR 1998: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 516 Motion by Burnside, Second by Thurston.
RE: APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PUBLIC HEARINGS AND THE DECEMBER 8, 1997 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the November 24, 1997 Public Hearings and the December 8, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 517 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: ESTABLISH 1997-1998 IMMUNIZATION GRANT BUDGET - PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, Schuyler County's new immunization grant is expected to be $18,000 for the period of 11/1/97 - 10/31/98.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the 1997-1998 Immunization Grant budget be established as follows:
ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT
4010.100-4044 Personnel $ 7,849
4010.101-4044 Overtime $ 1,500
4010.200-4044 Miscellaneous Equipment $ 3,200
4010.400-4044 Contractual Expense $ 1,500
4010.433-4044 Postage $ 200
4010.440-4044 Travel $ 256
4010.489-4044 Fringe Benefits $ 3,495
TOTAL $18,000
4010.1689-4044 Grant Revenue $18,000
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 518 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - PUBLIC HEALTH WHEREAS, funding is needed for additional water sampling in the Watershed Department.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer funds as follows:
AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT TO ACCOUNT
$1,000 2960.440 4050.476
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 519 Motion by Little, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE WRITE-OFF POLICY - PUBLIC HEALTH/HOME HEALTH AGENCY
WHEREAS, it is desirable to have a policy regarding writing-off uncollectible past due balances in the Home Health Agency after substantial efforts to collect balances due over a period of time have remained unsuccessful, and
WHEREAS, the Public Health Law provides that discretionary authority may be delegated to the Director of Public Health in such matters.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby approves the following write-off policy in the Home Health Agency:
WRITE-OFF POLICY HOME HEALTH/PUBLIC HEALTH AGENCY
At the discretion of the Public Health Director and upon final review of the unsuccessful efforts to collect unpaid balances due in certain cases, and the fact that further efforts will engender additional cost without substantial likelihood of additional collection, it is hereby determined administratively to write-off the outstanding balances. Such write-off amounts shall be prominently noted in the record so that another attempt to collect can be made if there is a future re-application for services.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 520 Motion by Little, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - SOCIAL SERVICES
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer funds in the Social Services budget as follows: AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO.
-$ 20,000 6109.400 Aid to Dependent Children
+$20,000 6101.400 Medical Assistance
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 521 Motion by Little, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT OF CONTRACT FOR MEDICAID MANAGED CARE CONSULTANT SERVICES WITH THE HEALTH FUTURES GROUP - SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature authorized the Chairman of the Legislature to execute an agreement between the Health Futures Group and Schuyler County Department of Social Services for Medicaid Managed Care Consultant Services on July 14, 1997 (Resolution No. 255), and
WHEREAS, the Health Futures Group has not completed the study, and
WHEREAS, the study is essential for the County to develop a comprehensive Medicaid Managed Care Plan, and
WHEREAS, an extension will not result in any additional cost to Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is authorized to amend the current agreement between the Health Futures Group and Schuyler County Department of Social Services for Medicaid Managed Care Consultant Services, at no additional cost, for an additional three months (to terminate by March 31, 1998). The amount of the agreement will not exceed the $25,000 authorized by the Schuyler County Legislature on July 14, 1997; contract amendment subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 522 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING OF SENIOR CASEWORKER POSITION - SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has a Senior Caseworker position in the Children Services Unit which has been vacant for more than ninety days, and
WHEREAS, the filling of the position will not increase the staffing level in the unit as the position is currently being staffed with a caseworker, and WHEREAS, the Human Services Committee approved the Department of Social Services request to fill the Senior Caseworker position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves filling a Senior Caseworker position in the Department of Social Services.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 523 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: ACCEPT GRANT FOR ANTI-DRUG FUNDS - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, monies have been made available by the Byrne Anti-Drug Program through Senator Randy Kuhl's Office to help communities fight 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, which are estimated to be $9,000, with the 30% match money to be taken from funds currently budgeted for anti-drug programs in the Sheriff 1998 budget; subject to approval by the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 524 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - PUBLIC DEFENDER
WHEREAS, the budget line item for assigned counsel in the 1997 Public Defender's budget has been expended with additional bills pending payment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $1,530.24 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Public Defender account no. 1170.435.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 525 Motion by Thurston, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE ONE-WEEK CLOTHING/FOOTWEAR EXEMPTION FOR JANUARY 17 - 23, 1998 BE IT RESOLVED, by the Schuyler County Legislature as follows:
SECTION 1. The local legislative body of this jurisdiction hereby expresses its intent that receipts from sales of and consideration given or contracted to be given for purchases of clothing exempt from state sales and compensating use taxes pursuant to paragraph 30 of subdivision (a) of section 1115 of the tax law during the period commencing January 17, 1998, and ending January 23, 1998, should also be exempt from sales and compensating use taxes imposed in this jurisdiction.
SECTION 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately and shall apply to sales made and uses occurring during such period, although made or occurring under a prior contract.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 526 Motion by Thurston, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH JET, INC. FOR TRAINING SERVICES
WHEREAS, the 1997 budget includes a balance of $4,443.94 in Legislative account number 1010.457-Training, and
WHEREAS, the Management and Finance Committee has approved the expenditure of these funds to contract for 517 hours of classroom training or equivalent service at $8.50 per hour with JET, Inc. from December 29, 1997 through December 28, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a contract with JET, Inc. for the provision of 517 hours of classroom training for Schuyler County employees, contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 527 Motion by Thurston, Second by Hastings.
RE: ESTABLISH SALARY FOR ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY FOR 1998
BE IT RESOLVED, that the annual salary for the Schuyler County Assistant District Attorney for 1998 shall be $20,000.00.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 528 Motion by Thurston, Second by Hastings. RE: ESTABLISH SALARY FOR CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY TO THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY FOR 1998
BE IT RESOLVED, that the hourly rate for the Confidential Secretary to the District Attorney for 1998 shall be $9.30 per hour.
DISCUSSION: Chairman Halpin explained that the perspective secretary was initially told that she would be hired at the same salary as the past secretary and now may not be interested in the position since the salary in the resolution is lower. This salary is compared to other titles within the County and is set by the Management/Confidential Salary Plan. Legislator Fitzsimmons asked if there was a way to increase the salary. He would support an increase of one more dollar an hour to keep her. Doris Craig, Personnel Officer, explained that the issue will be brought back to the Management & Finance Committee in January. Legislator Hastings stated that to be fair to the other county employees they set this rate. She suggests they pass this resolution and possibly increase it at a later date.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 529 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT FOR LEGAL SERVICES FOR 1998-DISTRICT ATTORNEY - As Amended
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 1998 at a monthly payment of $708.33, or an annual total of $8,500, and the Attorney shall be eligible for an additional $2,000 upon completion of any special assignments given by the DA, contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 530 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Burnside.
RE: SALARY ADJUSTMENT FOR DEPUTY PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR
WHEREAS, the position of Deputy Public Health Director/Director of Patient Services was analyzed according to the Management Confidential Salary Plan and the position's compensation grade allocation was changed from Grade G to Grade F in accordance with revised points per the factor rating system, and WHEREAS, the Management Confidential Salary Plan has a process for compensation upon reallocation downward because of material and significant change in the duties and responsibilities of a position, and
WHEREAS, the Management and Finance Committee approved the following adjustments:
I Accountability 84
II Complex 84
III Independent 72
IV Impact 108
V Scope 64
VI Supervision 40
VII Education & Experience 90
TOTAL:...... 542 = Grade F
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the salary of Barbara Regan shall be adjusted effective this date to $36,400.00 for the position of Director of Patient Services/Deputy Director of Public Health and that the 1998 salary shall be $37,674.00 which includes $ 1,274.00 (3.5%) increase, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the decrease will be pro-rated over a ten (10) month period to reach the designated salary for one year following the effective date of the reallocation.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked why this was on the agenda since it failed in committee. Chairman Halpin explained that it could be sponsored individually by the committee chairman. Legislator Hastings felt that she had an obligation to bring it to the full legislature for a vote.
VOTE: Passed 5-2. Noes: Little, Young.
RESOLUTION NO. 531 Motion by Thurston, Second by Little.
RE: APPOINTMENT OF VETERANS SERVICE AGENCY DIRECTOR
WHEREAS, the Veterans Service Agency Director Trainee has received his required accreditation to obtain the title of Director. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby appoint Philip C. Smith as Veterans Service Agency Director, effective immediately, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the appointment of Stanley Clark as Veterans Service Agency Director be hereby terminated, effective immediately, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a contract with Stanley Clark for veterans administration consultant services at the rate of $10.40 per hour for a total cost not to exceed $821.00; contract to be drawn by the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer by hereby authorized to transfer $821.00 from account no. 6510.100 to account no. 6510.435.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings explained that the past Director Stanley Clark has been on hand for assistance. Legislator Thurston asked to hear from Phil Smith. Phil explained that he has not had ample time with Stan to accomplish all that needs to be done. He asked that the Legislature pass this resolution which gives him time to work hands on with Stan. Doris Craig stated that the County can not have two Directors. Stan needs to be terminated in order to appoint Phil. The last "Be It Further Resolved" should authorize a contract with Stan Clark for 1998 at $10.40 per hour up to so many hours. County Attorney Coleman stated that his office would draw up the contract. Chairman Halpin said that this contract will give Phil the discretion to use Stan when he needs him. Legislator Young asked if the money was in the budget for this. Chairman Halpin explained that a .100 personnel account is there for the increased hours. The Clerk of the Legislature pointed out that a transfer of funds needs to be included to move money from the .100 account to the .400 contractual account for the contract. The sponsors of the resolution agreed to all the changes.
VOTE: Passed 6-1. No: Hastings.
RESOLUTION NO. 532 Motion by Thurston, Second by Little.
RE: 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 1997 accounts, to wit:
FROM ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT TO ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT
1010.100 $ 191.59 }
1010.410 1.35 }
1010.430 58.94 } 1010.402 $ 327.48 1010.433 42.12 } 1010.439 63.51
1010.459 49.44 }
1990.500 47.55 }
1165.409 834.00 }
1165.410 109.38 }
1165.416 865.86 }
1165.430 569.78 } 1165.100 2,565.32
1165.431 97.79 }
1165.439 65.68 }
1165.443 22.83 }
1170.200 600.00 }
1170.407 124.37 }
1170.410 192.00 }
1170.430 129.24 }
1170.431 19.07 }
1170.433 1.20 }
1170.439 206.16 } 1170.435 12,046.55
1180.400 140.00 }
1185.400 1,610.63 }
1185.401 50.00 } 1185.430 1,486.08 }
1185.431 260.00 }
9050.805 7,227.80 }
1185.409 145.67 1185.409 145.67
1325.101 103.82 } 1325.100 } 543.52
1325.409 519.15 } 1325.433 } 79.45
1450.408 712.11 } 1410.100 } 2,894.06
1410.249 1,400.00 } 1410.101 } 50.68
1410.409 426.50 } 1410.428 } 543.03
1410.426 663.40 } 1410.433 } 164.40
1410.431 450.16 }
FROM ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT TO ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT
1430.200 171.53 }
1430.402 777.44 } 1430.100 } 223.00
1430.410 70.98 } 1430.101 } 143.06
1430.431 718.82 } 1430.433 } 24.03
1430.439 47.22 } 1430.435 } 4,147.21 1450.433 2,000.00 }
1450.434 751.31 }
1620.442 2,763.60 1620.433 } 7.78
1620.490 } 2,755.82
1620.100 641.22 } 1621.100 } 641.22
1621.426 28.08 } 1621.441 } 28.08
1622.427 178.08 1622.426 178.08
1660.246 1.00 } 1660.410 } 1.92
1660.439 47.78 } 1660.431 } 58.63
1680.408 11.77 }
1910.423 24,054.00 }
1910.424 3,111.00 }
1910.421 34.00 } 1910.419 31,941.45
9050.805 4,503.45 }
1990.500 239.00 }
2960.400 15,756.67 2490.400 15,756.67
3110.100 14,013.66 3110.328 } 43.16
3110.439 } 1,001.24
3110.101 } 12,969.26
3111.100 897.50 } 3111.102 1,146.84
3111.101 249.34 }
3112.101 101.88 3112.102 101.88
3110.100 39,304.50 } 3150.100 } 37,332.25
3110.102 8,319.53 } 3150.101 } 10,334.92
3110.118 4,714.85 } 3150.102 } 19,859.52
3150.119 15,187.81 }
3150.201 589.02 }
3150.431 403.14 }
3150.434 364.10 } 3150.439 317.44 }
3150.441 47.30 }
FROM ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT TO ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT
3150.449 161.75 }
3150.454 1,538.55 }
3150.457 535.84 }
3150.459 378.34 }
3150.501 1,225.23 }
3150.539 107.12 }
3150.603 194.12 } 3150.401 } 758.75
3110.201 445.81 } 3150.429 } 64.90
3110.213 1,074.00 } 3150.433 } 109.92
3110.401 615.00 } 3150.442 } 1,205.62
3110.409 213.45 } 3150.445 } 58.19
3110.418 200.00 } 3150.456 } 3,280.00
3110.426 215.00 } 3150.549 } 16,564.93
3110.432 269.29 }
3110.434 364.00 }
3110.440 412.92 }
3110.441 741.36 }
3110.444 1,529.53 }
3110.459 416.30 }
3110.477 275.00 } 3110.537 68.39 }
9030.802 9,340.31 }
3315.113 193.39 3315.116 193.39
3412.438 120.00 3412.459 120.00
3510.201 80.02 }
3510.289 23.50 }
3510.603 551.33 }
3111.101 57.57 } 3510.101 } 5,792.05
3111.281 40.00 } 3510.102 } 2,391.20
3111.400 528.47 } 3510.400 } 1,138.92
1930.400 2,456.70 } 3510.442 } 269.24
3510.100 3,008.84 }
1990.500 75.07 }
1355.435 2,769.91 }
3689.439 187.04 3689.328 } 12.97
3689.444 } 174.07
4010.208 34.00 }
4010.328 21.46 }
4010.389 22.00 }
4010.400 51.52 }
4010.402 32.18 }
4010.407 144.69 }
FROM ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT TO ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT
4010.430 57.16 }
4010.431 42.09 }
4010.433 199.96 }
4010.435 22.50 }
4010.439 79.19 }
4010.440 65.72 }
4010.444 43.72 }
4010.448 120.00 }
4010.466 149.86 }
4010.468 90.54 }
4010.470 77.75 } 4010.100 } 19,195.36
4010.471 264.59 } 4010.101 } 455.86
4010.472 34.75 } 4010.426 } 32.37
4010.478 91.97 } 4010.429 } 2,047.12
4050.410 138.62 } 4010.490 } 347.29
4050.411 11.51 } 4010.532 } 123.60 4050.426 20.00 }
4050.431 12.65 }
4050.433 15.23 }
4050.439 69.56 }
4050.444 50.64 }
4050.459 14.00 }
4050.476 40.35 }
4050.478 11.60 }
4050.532 30.04 }
4042.473 405.00 }
4042.546 94.10 }
4054.100 3,144.22 }
4054.490 10,931.20 }
4310.100 150.85 }
4310.435 5,416.38 }
4310.435 3,557.27 4010.588 } 136.00
4042.358 } 2,451.44
4046.400 } 942.46
4050.100 } .52
4310.101 } 26.85
4010.101-4031 273.33 } 4010.100-4031 377.67
4010.402-4031 104.34 }
6010.100 1,959.61 5630.400 1,959.61
6015.100 47.53 6015.101 47.53
6140.400 12,191.84 6141.400 } 11,695.59
6148.400 } 496.25
FROM ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT TO ACCOUNT NO. AMOUNT
6140.400 6,529.99 6140.436 6,529.99
6510.430 247.43 } 6510.100 232.34 }
6510.426 68.11 } 6510.435 83.20 }
7310.562 2,242.44 7310.162 2,242.44
7310.187 2,981.89 7310.100 2,981.89
9010.801 52,063.01 }
9030.802 6,111.79 } 9060.807 59,409.54
9055.806 1,209.26 }
9089.800 25.48 }
1355.101 477.16 } 1355.100 971.10
1355.459 493.94 }
1450.101 12.36 1450.100 12.36
4010.402-4031 11.50 4010.431-4031 11.50
5010.100 75.38 5010.101 75.38
5010.410 8.00 5010.402 8.00
5110.101 5,436.08 } 5110.100 8,785.85
5142.100 3,349.77 }
5130.438 1,870.62 5130.100 1,829.23 }
5130.531 41.39 }, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this authorization include financing capital projects with fund balance as determined by the Schuyler County Treasurer.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 533 Motion by Thurston, Second by Little.
RE: APPROVE WAIVER OF RELEVY - TOWN OF TYRONE, TAX MAP #49.-1-48.3 - TOWNER
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Service Agency received and approved an application for correction of taxes, dated 11/13/97, for tax map number 48.-1-48.3 in the Town of Tyrone, as per RPTL Section 550 (2), a duplicate entry, and
WHEREAS, parcel 48.-1-48.3 is correctly identified as 49.-1-48.3, and
WHEREAS, the Chairman of the Tyrone Board of Assessors has certified that the correct assessment for parcel 49.-1-48.3 should be $75,000, and
WHEREAS, the owner, Steven J. Towner, paid school taxes in the amount of $1,400.75 on October 3, 1997 for parcel 48.-1-48.3, and
WHEREAS, Bradford Central School has relevied $1,732.62 on parcel 49.-1-48.3, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Director of Real Property Tax Service and the Governmental Operations Committee that the relevy on parcel 49.-1-48.3 be waived and that the Collector issue a corrected bill, (pending approval of the Treasurer).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature is hereby authorized to waive the relevy on parcel 49.-1-48.3 in the amount of $1,732.62.
Bradford Assessment Corrected School School Relevy to
Central Assessment Taxes Taxes be waived
School Billed Paid
Parcel#: 48.-1-48.3 $75,000 0 $1,400.75 $1,400.75 ------
49.-1-48.3 $85,000 $75,000 $1,732.62 0 $1,732.62
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 534 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 6/LOCAL LAW NO.6 OF THE YEAR 1997 SETTING SALARIES FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR 1998
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law regarding setting salaries for certain public officers for the year 1998 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held December 29, 1997, 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 said Local Law Intro. No. 6/Local Law No. 6 of the year 1997, 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/ Local Law No. 6 of the year 1997, together with the required text thereof in the official County newspaper.
COUNTY OF SCHUYLER LOCAL LAW INTRO NO. 6/LOCAL LAW NO. 6 OF THE YEAR 1997
A Local Law Setting the Salaries of Certain Public Officers for the year 1998.
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, 1998.
2. The following public officers are subject to the provision hereof:
Deputy Treasurer $28,938
Real Property Tax Director $32,240
Personnel Officer $32,345 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. 535 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: TRANSFER OF FUNDS - REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY
WHEREAS, Version 4 of New York State's RPS System is due out next year, and
WHEREAS, current hardware does not meet minimum specifications for Version 4.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Real Property Tax Service Agency be authorized to purchase new computers and the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer the following amounts:
FROM ACCOUNT AMOUNT TO ACCOUNT
1355.402 $ 145.41 1355.207 Current Balance: $ 108.00
1355.403 205.00 With Transfer: $6,547.66
1355.410 850.00
1355.426 328.00
1355.428 61.25
1355.430 500.00
1355.433 170.00
1355.434 1,600.00
1355.435 1,600.00
1355.438 780.00
1355.439 200.00
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 536 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little. RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF CHAIR AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS - COUNTY ATTORNEY
WHEREAS, the County Attorney's secretary is in need of an office chair that will accommodate her medical needs due to a work related injury, and
WHEREAS, we have monies in various accounts to make this purchase possible.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer is hereby authorized to transfer the following funds:
AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT TO ACCOUNT
$300 1420.0409 1420.0206
$200 1420.0439 1420.0206
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 537 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - COUNTY CLERK
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $750.00 from County Clerk account no. 1410.439-Telephone to account no. 1410.200- equipment to replace a typewriter and encumber the remainder to add to a computer purchase.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 538 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: AUTHORIZE WATER RIGHTS EASEMENT ON FOOTE PROPERTY
WHEREAS, Robert K. and Jayne A. Foote own a house and lot on Railroad Drive in the Town of Hector which adjoins a tract of about 47 acres owned by Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, the deed, transferred from two previous owners, contains an easement to use the water line from the Lehigh Valley Railroad, and
WHEREAS, the easement is vague and prior to deeding the property to the first owner the railroad deeded the County parcel to the Board of Supervisors, which is also vague, and
WHEREAS, in order to clear title, the Footes would like to obtain an easement from Schuyler County to confirm their water rights and give them the right to repair and maintain the spring house and water lines as necessary. This would be without any liability to the County and with an agreement to restore the surface of the ground, and
WHEREAS, the County Attorney and Governmental Operations Committee recommend the granting of the easement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of this Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a release and surrender of said easement as described in the document on file in the County Attorney's Office.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 539 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION FOR PLANNING SERVICES
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a renewal agreement between Schuyler County and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County for planning services from 1/1/98 - 12/31/98 in the amount of $53,000, including modifications made from the 1997 contract, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 540 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Little.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION FOR RECYCLING AND SOLID WASTE EDUCATION AND COORDINATION
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a renewal agreement between Schuyler County and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County for the Recycling and Solid Waste Education and Coordination from 1/1/98 - 12/31/98 in the amount of $24,466, including modifications made from the 1997 contract, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 541 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: A RESOLUTION OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE REGARDING SUPPORT FOR AN APPLICATION BY THE AGRICULTURAL AND FARMLAND PROTECTION BOARD TO THE NYS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND MARKETS FOR A GRANT TO ASSIST IN THE PREPARATION OF AN AGRICULTURAL AND FARMLAND PROTECTION PLAN FOR SCHUYLER COUNTY, INCLUDING PROVISION OF THE LOCAL MATCH FOR SUCH GRANT
WHEREAS, agriculture and related tourism are critically important to the economic future of Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, it is in the best long-term interest of Schuyler County to protect and enhance its agriculture industry, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board has recommended to the Schuyler County Legislature that it is desirable and necessary for Schuyler County to prepare an Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan, and
WHEREAS, the State of New York has a grant program in support of the preparation of agricultural and farmland protection plans which will reimburse up to 50% of the cost of preparing such plans, which requires that the County incur the total cost of the planning program to be reimbursed by the State for 50% of such cost upon completion of the program and which requires the commitment of local funds as a partial match to the state grant, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature on August 11, 1997, directed the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board, in coordination with staff of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County, to prepare an application to said grant program, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board has approved and forwarded such a grant application for consideration by the Legislature, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature supports the efforts of its Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the Schuyler County Legislature hereby authorizes the expenditure of up to $9,000 for the purpose of providing the local match for a grant from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets to assist in the preparation of an Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan for Schuyler County.
2. If Schuyler County is awarded said grant, that Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County is authorized to provide overall administration of the planning program in coordination with the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board, including seeking and retaining professional services, arranging for in-kind and paid services from the Schuyler County Soil and Water Conservation District, accounting management, preparation of vouchers for submission to New York State for reimbursement of approved expenses, and all other duties normally expected in the management of such a planning program.
3. That the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County are encouraged to identify and seek outside funding to reduce the amount of County funds necessary for the local match to this grant.
4. That all expenditures authorized by this resolution are contingent on the award of a $45,000 grant commitment from the State of New York in support of Agricultural and Farmland Protection Planning.
5. That the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to sign the grant application and to act on behalf of the Schuyler County Legislature in all matters related to the application for, award of, and the administration of this grant.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 542 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: ACCEPT BID FOR USED PAVER - HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, advertisement was done for bids for a used paver for the Highway Department with only one bid being received.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby accepts the bid received from Beck Equipment in the amount of $24,900 for a used paver and the Highway Superintendent to purchase the same from 1997 budgeted funds.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings stated that there seems to be some discomfort in regards to the union on this position. She feels it makes sense to transfer the position to the Highway CSEA unit. Legislator Hastings suggests that the person work a straight forty hours until this can be worked out. She would like to see it tabled until the January meeting.
MOTION by Legislator Hastings to table Resolution No. 543 for further discussion, SECOND by Legislator Burnside. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
RESOLUTION NO. 543 - TABLED
RE: INCREASE HOURS OF SR. ACCOUNT CLERK TYPIST - HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, Greg Mathews, Highway Superintendent, requested an increase in hours for the Sr. Account Clerk Typist in the Highway Department in a letter dated September 10, 1997, and WHEREAS, Judy Forney, Sr. Account Clerk Typist, requested to be allowed to work 40 hours per week in a letter dated September 10, 1997, and
WHEREAS, the Public Works committee approved those requests and funding has been included in the 1998 Budget to cover the increased salary.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that effective January 1, 1998, Judy Forney, Sr. Account Clerk Typist in the Highway Department, will begin working a 40 hour week at her 1998 salary rate of $10.16 per hour.
RESOLUTION NO. 544 Motion by Fitzsimmons, Second by Thurston.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS - HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the County Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee has recommended that $5,000 be moved out of the Snow Removal Overtime Account No. 5142.101 and put in the Machinery Supplies Account No. 5130.438 to cover any unexpected expenses that may come in for 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be and hereby is authorized to transfer $5,000 from account no. 5142.101 to account no. 5130.438.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 545 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN THE SHARED FUEL FACILITY CONTRACTS
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has been awarded $135,380.00 under the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Grant.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize the Chairman of the Legislature to sign any and all contracts relative to the Grant, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 546 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR ECOTOURISM PROJECT
WHEREAS, the final bill has come in for the ecotourism brochure previously authorized by this Legislature and there are not sufficient funds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $264.00 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Other Economic Development account no. 6989.400.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked if the brochure is done. Legislator Fitzsimmons stated that he has them and will make sure they get handed out the next time he is here. They will be used by local businesses to promote the County's natural attractions.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 547 Motion by Hastings, Second by Burnside.
RE: WELCOME TO NATIONAL FIELD ARCHERS
WHEREAS, archers from throughout the United States will be meeting in Schuyler County for the National Field Archers Competition the last week in July 1999, and
WHEREAS, this event will bring up to 1,500 people into Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby encourages the National Field Archers and their families to come and enjoy the natural beauty, recreational parks and lakeside opportunities and facilities Schuyler County has to offer.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
NEW BUSINESS: Chairman Halpin stated that she was quite surprised to find out that the Chairman of the Legislature was on the Jury Board. The Jury Board consists of the County, Surrogate and Family Court Judge, the Supreme Court Judge and the Chairman of the Legislature. The Jury Board selects the Commissioner of Jurors. They have done this for a number of years. It is a state position and is paid for out of a stipend of state dollars. It is a five hour a week job and the past practice has been to appoint the County Clerk as Commissioner. This is done all over New York State and is perfectly legal. With the new County Clerk coming on board the issue was brought up. The Legislature was not aware that the Commissioner receives an additional $10,000 for this job on top of the county salary. She asked for an alternative proposal to appoint the Records Manager position for the job and save the County around $5,000. They turned the proposal down. She feels it is very inappropriate to have the County Clerk doing a state job on county time.
The meeting adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
Gail M. Willis, Clerk
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
ANNUAL BUDGET OF 1997 Budget of Schuyler County for Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 1997 Tentative Budget - Filed November 6, 1996 Adopted December 9, 1996 NANCY A. PETERS, BUDGET OFFICER
LEGISLATURE APPROPRIATIONS:
A1010.1 Personal Service 104,777.00
A1010.4 Contractual Expense 47,543.00
A1010.6 Lease/Purchase 3,900.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 156,220.00
LEGISLATURE REVENUES:
1010-1081 Other Payments In Lieu of Taxes 85,000.00
1010-1110 State Admin. Sales and Use Tax 2,268,000.00
1010-2660 Sales of Real Property 5,000.00
1010-2720 Off Track Betting 20,000.00
1010-4089 Federal Aid - Other (Entitlement Land) 6,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 2,384,000.00
DISTRICT ATTORNEY APPROPRIATIONS:
A1165.1 Personal Service 59,863.00
A1165.4 Contractual Expense 16,615.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 76,478.00
PUBLIC DEFENDER APPROPRIATIONS:
A1170.1 Personal Service 29,061.00
A1170.2 Equipment 600.00
A1170.4 Contractual Expense 38,300.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 67,961.00
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE APPROPRIATIONS:
A1180.4 Contractual Expense 500.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 500.00
CORONERS APPROPRIATIONS:
A1185.4 Contractual Expense 13,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 13,000.00
COUNTY TREASURER APPROPRIATIONS:
A1325.1 Personal Service 95,892.00
A1325.2 Equipment 500.00
A1325.4 Contractual Expense 32,090.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 128,482.00
COUNTY TREASURER REVENUES:
1325-1090 Interest and Penalties on Taxes 430,000.00
1325-1091 Penalties on Special Assessments 18,000.00
1325-1230 Clerk/Treasurer Fees 8,000.00
1325-2401 Interest on Investments 80,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 536,000.00
BUDGET OFFICER APPROPRIATIONS:
A1340.4 Contractual Expense 750.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 750.00
REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS:
A1355.1 Personal Service 66,835.00
A1355.4 Contractual Expense 37,243.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 104,078.00
REAL PROPERTY TAX SERVICE REVENUES:
1355-2201 Tax Assessment Service 15,700.00
1355-3040 Tax Maps and Assessments 2,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 17,700.00
TAX SALE ADVERTISING AND EXPENSE APPROPRIATIONS:
A1362.4 Contractual Expense 3,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 3,000.00
TAX SALE ADVERTISING AND EXPENSE REVENUES:
1362-1235 Charges - Tax Advertising and Expense 3,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 3,000.00
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 129,509.00
A1410.2 Equipment 2,000.00
A1410.4 Contractual Expense 18,200.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 149,709.00
COUNTY CLERK REVENUES:
1410-1255 County Clerk Fees 175,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 175,000.00
COUNTY ATTORNEY APPROPRIATIONS:
A1420.1 Personal Service 85,487.00
A1420.4 Contractual Expense 21,269.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 106,756.00
COUNTY ATTORNEY REVENUES:
1420-1265 Attorney Fees 76,704.00
TOTAL REVENUES 76,704.00
CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL APPROPRIATIONS:
A1430.1 Personal Service 73,675.00
A1430.2 Equipment 6,000.00
A1430.4 Contractual Expense 27,160.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 106,835.00
CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL REVENUES:
1430-1260 Personnel Fees 1,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 1,000.00
ELECTIONS APPROPRIATIONS:
A1450.1 Personal Service 28,384.00
A1450.2 Equipment 400.00
A1450.4 Contractual Expense 17,300.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 46,084.00
ELECTIONS REVENUES:
1450-2215 Election Services 750.00
TOTAL REVENUES 750.00
RECORDS MANAGEMENT APPROPRIATIONS:
A1460.1 Personal Service 16,744.00
A1460.4 Contractual Expense 525.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 17,269.00
RECORDS MANAGEMENT REVENUES:
1460-1289 Other General Government Department Income 9,633.00 TOTAL REVENUES 9,633.00
CENTRAL SERVICES APPROPRIATIONS:
A1610.2 Equipment 2,500.00
A1610.4 Contractual 69,212.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 71,712.00
CENTRAL SERVICES REVENUES:
1610-1270 Shared Services Charges 69,212.00
TOTAL REVENUES 69,212.00
BUILDINGS APPROPRIATIONS:
A1620.1 Personal Service 156,758.00
A1620.2 Equipment 2,600.00
A1620.4 Contractual Expense 145,905.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 305,263.00
BUILDINGS REVENUES:
1620-1270 Shared Services Charges 100.00
1620-2410 Rental of Buildings - Individual 66,503.00
1620-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 200.00 1620-3021 Court Facilities Aid 30,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES: 96,803.00
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS - MOBILE WORK CREW APPROPRIATIONS:
A1621.1 Personal Service 22,143.00
A1621.4 Contractual 4,300.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 26,443.00
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS - MOBILE WORK CREW REVENUES:
A1621-1289 Other General Government Dept. Income 35,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 35,000.00
GROUNDS APPROPRIATIONS:
A1622.2 Equipment 500.00
A1622.4 Contractual 6,500.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 7,000.00
PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT APPROPRIATIONS:
A1630.4 Contractual Expense 5,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 5,000.00
STOREROOM APPROPRIATIONS:
A1660.1 Personal Service 22,000.00
A1660.4 Contractual Expense 2,050.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 24,050.00
CENTRAL DATA PROCESSING APPROPRIATIONS:
A1680.2 Equipment 2,000.00
A1680.4 Contractual Expense 26,100.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 28,100.00
UNALLOCATED INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A1910.4 Contractual 164,268.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 164,268.00
UNALLOCATED INSURANCE REVENUES:
1910-2680 Insurance Recoveries 64,366.00
TOTAL REVENUES 64,366.00
MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION DUES APPROPRIATIONS:
A1920.4 Contractual 2,240.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,240.00
JUDGMENTS & CLAIMS APPROPRIATIONS:
A1930.4 Contractual 4,800.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 4,800.00
TAXES & ASSESSMENTS ON PROPERTY APPROPRIATIONS:
A1950.4 Contractual 225.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 225.00
CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT APPROPRIATIONS:
A1990.5 Contingencies 50,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 50,000.00
COMMUNITY COLLEGE TUITION APPROPRIATIONS:
A2490.4 Contractual 480,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 480,000.00
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 3,541.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 3,541.00
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS APPROPRIATIONS:
A3020.4 Contractual Expense 35,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 35,000.00
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS REVENUES:
3020-1140 Emergency Telephone Surcharge 35,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 35,000.00
SHERIFF APPROPRIATIONS:
A3110.1 Personal Service 452,309.00
A3110.2 Equipment 4,100.00 A3110.4 Contractual Expense 176,112.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 632,521.00
SHERIFF REVENUES:
3110-1510 Sheriff Fees 121,000.00
3110-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 3,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 124,000.00
SHERIFF'S COPS FAST GRANT 3012 APPROPRIATIONS:
3110.1 Personal Service 20,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 20,000.00
SHERIFF'S COPS FAST GRANT 3012 REVENUES:
3110-4320 Crime Control 20,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 20,000.00
NAVIGATION APPROPRIATIONS:
A3111.1 Personal Service 10,000.00
A3111.2 Equipment 30,000.00
A3111.4 Contractual Expense 2,400.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 42,400.00
NAVIGATION REVENUES:
3111-3315 State Aid - Navigation Law Enforcement 39,300.00
TOTAL REVENUES 39,300.00
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 135,321.00
A3140.2 Equipment 1,050.00
A3140.4 Contractual Expense 13,318.00
A3140.6 Lease/Purchase 1,456.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 151,145.00
PROBATION REVENUES:
3140-1580 Restitution 1,400.00 3140-2610 Fines and Forfeited Bail 200.00
3140-3310 State Aid - Probation Services 58,449.00
TOTAL REVENUES 60,049.00
JAIL APPROPRIATIONS:
A3150.1 Personal Service 506,301.00
A3150.2 Equipment 3,825.00
A3150.4 Contractual Expenses 182,747.00
A3150.6 Lease/Purchase 2,300.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 695,173.00
JAIL REVENUES:
3150-1512 Board of Prisoners - Other Munic. 125,000.00
3150-3316 State Aid - Board of Prisoners 20,000.00
3150-3330 State Aid - Unified Court Budget 33,000.00
3150-4389 Other Breakfast/Lunch Program 2,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 180,000.00
TRAFFIC CONTROL APPROPRIATIONS:
A3310.4 Contractual Expense 50.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 50.00
STOP D.W.I. APPROPRIATIONS:
A3315.1 Personal Service 36,452.00
A3315.2 Equipment 3,000.00
A3315.4 Contractual Expense 17,032.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 56,484.00
STOP D.W.I. REVENUES:
3315-2615 Stop D.W.I. Fines 40,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 40,000.00
FIRE-EMERGENCY MEDICAL APPROPRIATIONS:
A3412.4 Contractual Expense 23,646.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 23,646.00
FIRE-EMERGENCY MEDICAL REVENUES:
3412-1588 Bureau of Fire - EMS Books 1,750.00
3412-3489 Other Health - EMS 18,775.00
TOTAL REVENUES 20,525.00
CONTROL OF DOGS APPROPRIATIONS: A3510.1 Personal Service 34,484.00
A3510.2 Equipment 500.00
A3510.4 Contractual Expense 14,300.00
A3510.6 Lease/Purchase 3,600.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 52,884.00
DOG CONTROL REVENUES:
3510-1550 Public Pound Charges and Control Fees 1,000.00
3510-2268 Dog Control Services 20,577.00
3510-2705 Gifts and Donations 200.00
TOTAL REVENUES 21,777.00
OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT APPROPRIATIONS:
A3689.1 Personal Service 48,550.00
A3689.2 Equipment 1,500.00
A3689.4 Contractual Expense 95,412.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 145,462.00
OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT REVENUES:
3689-1587 Bureau of Fire - Life Safety 5,000.00
3689-1589 Other Public Safety Dept. Income 35,000.00
3689.4305 Federal Aid - Civil Defense 2,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES 42,500.00
OFFICE OF EM. MGMT. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS GRANT 3680 APPROPRIATIONS:
A3689.2 Equipment 1,520.00
A3689.4 Contractual Expense 840.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,360.00
OFFICE OF EM. MGMT. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS GRANT 3680 REVENUES:
3689-4389 Other Public Safety Aid 1,820.00
TOTAL REVENUES 1,820.00
PUBLIC HEALTH APPROPRIATIONS:
A4010.1 Personal Service 324,902.00
A4010.2 Equipment 5,000.00
A4010.4 Contractual Expense 134,562.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 464,464.00
PUBLIC HEALTH REVENUES:
4010-1610 Home Nursing Charges 300,000.00
4010-1611 Office for the Aging 18,000.00
4010-3401 State Aid - Public Health 159,301.00 TOTAL REVENUES 477,301.00
RABIES CONTROL APPROPRIATIONS:
A4042.4 Contractual Expenses 15,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 15,000.00
RABIES REVENUES:
4042-3401 State Aid - Rabies 14,000.00
4042-3489 Other Health (Rabies, Ag. & Markets) 500.00
TOTAL REVENUES 14,500.00
PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED APPROPRIATIONS:
A4046.4 Contractual Expense 15,600.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 15,600.00
PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED REVENUES:
4046-3446 State Aid - Handicapped Children 7,740.00
TOTAL REVENUES 7,740.00
WATERSHED APPROPRIATIONS:
A4050.1 Personal Service 63,444.00 A4050.2 Equipment 500.00
A4050.4 Contractual Expense 22,195.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 86,139.00
WATERSHED REVENUES:
4050-1609 Watershed Revenues 28,000.00
4050-3403 State Aid - Watershed 22,442.00
TOTAL REVENUES 50,442.00
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 450,818.00 A4310.2 Equipment 9,800.00
A4310.4 Contractual Expense 333,837.00
A4310.6 Lease/Purchase 3,520.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 797,975.00
MENTAL HEALTH REVENUES:
4310-1620 Mental Health Fees 497,573.00
4310-3490 State Aid - Mental Health 380,072.00
TOTAL REVENUES 877,645.00
MENTAL HEALTH CONTRACT AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS:
A4322.3 Contractual Expense 306,161.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 306,161.00
MENTAL HEALTH CONTRACT AGENCIES REVENUES:
4322-1625 Mental Health Contribution from Private Agencies 28,729.00
4322-1689 Other Health Department Income 5,811.00
4322-3490 State Aid - Mental Health 151,639.00
4322-4490 Federal Aid - Mental Health 113,539.00
TOTAL REVENUES 299,718.00
BUS OPERATIONS APPROPRIATIONS:
A5630.4 Contractual Expense 96,147.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 96,147.00
BUS OPERATIONS REVENUES:
5630-3594 State Aid - Bus and Other Mass Transportation 77,000.00
5630-4089 Federal Aid - Other Transportation 15,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 92,000.00
SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION APPROPRIATIONS:
A6010.1 Personal Service 809,008.00
A6010.2 Equipment 16,560.00
A6010.4 Contractual Expense 419,400.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,244,968.00
SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION REVENUES:
6010-1810 Repay of Administration 3,000.00
6010-3610 State Aid - Administration 532,885.00
6010-4610 Federal Aid - Administration 632,665.00
6010-4611 Federal Aid - Food Stamps 65,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 1,233,550.00
JOBS ADMINISTRATION APPROPRIATIONS:
A6015.1 Personal Service 45,286.00
A6015.4 Contractual Expense 110,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 155,286.00
JOBS ADMINISTRATION REVENUES:
6015-1815 Repay Job Administration 12,500.00
6015-3615 State Aid Jobs 38,316.00
6015-4615 Federal Aid Jobs 112,331.00
TOTAL REVENUES 163,147.00
SERVICES FOR RECIPIENTS APPROPRIATIONS:
A6070.4 Contractual Expense 98,260.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 98,260.00
SERVICES FOR RECIPIENTS REVENUES:
6070-3670 State Aid - Purchase of Services 59,000.00
6070-4670 Federal Aid - Purchase of Services 42,760.00
TOTAL REVENUES 101,760.00
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A6101.4 Contractual Expense 142,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 142,000.00
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE REVENUES:
6101-1801 Repay of Medical Assistance 100,000.00
6101-3601 State Aid - Medical Assistance 53,750.00
6101-4601 Federal Aid - Medical Assistance 56,250.00
TOTAL REVENUES 210,000.00
M.M.I.S. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A6102.4 Contractual Expense 2,080,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,080,000.00
M.M.I.S. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE REVENUES:
6102-3602 State Aid - Mentally Disabled 360,000.00
6102-4602 Federal Aid - Disproportionate Share 60,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 420,000.00
SPECIAL NEED (ADULT/FAMILY) APPROPRIATIONS:
A6106.4 Contractual Expense 865.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 865.00
SPECIAL NEED (ADULT/FAMILY) REVENUES:
6106-3606 Special Needs (Adult/Family Homes) 865.00
TOTAL REVENUES 865.00
AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN APPROPRIATIONS:
A6109.4 Contractual Expense 1,150,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,150,000.00
AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN REVENUES:
6109-1809 Repay of Aid to Dependent Children 69,140.00
6109-1811 Child Support, Incentive Payment 18,830.00
6109-3609 State Aid - Aid to Dependent Children 263,000.00
6109-4609 Federal Aid - Aid to Dependent Children 526,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 876,970.00
CHILD CARE APPROPRIATIONS:
A6119.4 Contractual Expense 160,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 160,000.00
CHILD CARE REVENUES:
6119-1819 Repayment of Child Care 2,000.00
6119-3619 State Aid - Child Care 46,500.00
6119-4619 Federal Aid - Child Care 55,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 103,500.00
JUVENILE DELINQUENCY APPROPRIATIONS:
A6123.4 Contractual Expense 100,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 100,000.00
JUVENILE DELINQUENCEY REVENUES:
6123-1823 Repay of Juvenile Delinquent Care 10,000.00
6123-3623 State Aid - Juvenile Delinquency 45,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 55,000.00
STATE TRAINING SCHOOL APPROPRIATIONS:
A6129.4 Contractual Expense 50,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 50,000.00
JOBS APPROPRIATIONS:
A6135.4 Contractual Expense 35,000.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 35,000.00
JOBS REVENUES:
6135-3635 State Aid Jobs 17,500.00
6135-4635 Federal Aid Jobs 8,750.00
TOTAL REVENUES 26,250.00
HOME RELIEF APPROPRIATIONS:
A6140.4 Contractual Expense 205,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 205,000.00
HOME RELIEF REVENUES:
6140-1840 Repay of Home Relief 25,000.00
6140-3640 State Aid - Home Relief 90,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 115,000.00
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A6141.4 Contractual Expense 275,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 275,000.00
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE REVENUES: 6141-1841 Repay of Energy Assistance 5,000.00
6141-4641 Federal Aid - HEAP Program 270,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 275,000.00
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
BURIALS APPROPRIATIONS:
A6148.4 Contractual Expense 20,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 20,000.00
BURIALS REVENUES:
6148-1848 Repay of Burials 500.00
6148-3648 State Aid - Burials 4,950.00
TOTAL REVENUES 5,450.00
COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM APPROPRIATIONS:
A6310.4 Contractual Expense 2,800.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,800.00
PUBLICITY APPROPRIATIONS:
A6410.4 Contractual Expense 88,038.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 88,038.00
PUBLICITY REVENUES:
6410-1113 Tax on Hotel Room Occupancy 36,040.00
TOTAL REVENUES 36,040.00
VETERAN SERVICE APPROPRIATIONS:
A6510.1 Personal Service 7,912.00
A6510.4 Contractual Expense 2,187.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 10,099.00
VETERAN SERVICE REVENUES:
6510-3710 Veterans Service Agencies 3,720.00
TOTAL REVENUES 3,720.00
WEIGHTS & MEASURES APPROPRIATIONS:
A6610.1 Personal Service 8,460.00
A6610.2 Equipment 100.00
A6610.4 Contractual Expense 1,503.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 10,063.00
WEIGHTS & MEASURES REVENUES:
6610-3789 Other Economic Assistance and Opportunity 1,998.00
TOTAL REVENUES 1,998.00
PROGRAMS FOR AGING APPROPRIATIONS:
A6772.1 Personal Service 223,743.00
A6772.2 Equipment 600.00
A6772.4 Contractual Expense 279,168.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 503,511.00
PROGRAMS FOR AGING REVENUES:
6772-1972 Programs for Aging 68,000.00
6772-3772 State Aid - Programs for Aging 167,112.00
6772-4772 Federal Aid - Programs for Aging 252,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 487,112.00
OTHER ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY/DEVELOPMENT APPROPRIATIONS:
A6989.4 Contractual Expense (SCIDA) 10,000.00
A6989.4 Contractual Expense 5,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 15,000.00
YOUTH PROGRAMS APPROPRIATIONS:
A7310.1 Personal Service 74,932.00
A7310.4 Contractual Expense 87,553.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 162,485.00
YOUTH PROGRAMS REVENUES:
7310-3820 State Aid - Youth Programs 70,591.00
7310-4820 Youth Programs 63,309.00
TOTAL REVENUES 133,900.00
LIBRARY APPROPRIATIONS:
A7410.4 Contractual Expense 200.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 200.00
HISTORIAN APPROPRIATIONS: A7510.4 Contractual Expense 500.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 500.00
OTHER PERFORMING ARTS APPROPRIATIONS:
A7560.4 Contractual 5,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 5,000.00
PLANNING APPROPRIATIONS:
A8020.4 Contractual Expense 48,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 48,000.00
REFUSE COLLECTION & DISPOSAL APPROPRIATIONS:
A8160.4 Contractual Expense 10,500.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 10,500.00
REFUSE COLLECTION & DISPOSAL REVENUES:
8160-2130 Refuse and Garbage Charges 1,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES 1,000.00
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION PROGRAMS APPROPRIATIONS:
A8750.4 Contractual Expense 103,305.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 103,305.00
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION APPROPRIATIONS:
A8750.4 Contractual Expense 183,231.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 183,231.00
ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND APPROPRIATIONS:
A8830.4 Contractual Expense 600.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 600.00
STATE RETIREMENT APPROPRIATIONS:
A9010.8 Fringe Benefits 102,274.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 102,274.00
SOCIAL SECURITY APPROPRIATIONS:
A9030.8 Fringe Benefits 326,187.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 326,187.00
UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A9050.8 Fringe Benefits 15,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 15,000.00
DISABILITY INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A9055.8 Fringe Benefits 18,515.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 18,515.00
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
A9060.8 Fringe Benefits 894,554.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 894,554.00
OTHER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
A9089.8 Fringe Benefits 720.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 720.00
TRANSFERS TO COUNTY ROAD FUND:
A9522.9 Transfers 1,247,652.00
TOTAL TRANSFERS TO COUNTY ROAD 1,247,652.00
TRANSFERS TO MACHINERY FUND:
A9524.9 Transfers 247,343.00
TOTAL TRANSFERS TO MACHINERY 247,343.00
SERIAL BONDS APPROPRIATIONS:
A9710.6 Debt Service - Principal 210,000.00
A9710.7 Debt Service - Interest 193,942.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 403,942.00
TRANSFERS TO CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND APPROPRIATIONS:
A9950.9 Transfers 90,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 90,000.00
COUNTY ROAD ADMINISTRATION APPROPRIATIONS:
D5010.1 Personal Service 83,466.00
D5010.4 Contractual Expense 6,851.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 90,317.00
COUNTY ROAD ADMINISTRATION REVENUES:
0002-2401 Interest on Investments 1,400.00
0002-2590 Permits 700.00
0002-2701 Refunds of Prior Years Expenditures 1,000.00
0002-3501 Consolidated Highway Aid 539,915.00
0002-5031 Interfund Transfers 1,247,652.00 TOTAL REVENUES 1,790,667.00
ENGINEERING APPROPRIATIONS:
D5020.4 Contractual Expense 50,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 50,000.00
MAINTENANCE OF ROADS APPROPRIATIONS:
D5110.1 Personal Service 264,056.00
D5110.4 Contractual Expense 519,272.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 783,328.00
PERMANENT IMPROVEMENTS APPROPRIATIONS:
D5112.3 Reconstruction CR 23 150,000.00
D5112.3 Reconstruction CR 5 58,000.00
D5112.3 Reconstruction CR 1 60,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 268,000.00
BRIDGES APPROPRIATIONS:
D5120.5 Reconstruct CR28 75,000.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 75,000.00
SNOW REMOVAL APPROPRIATIONS:
D5142.1 Personal Service 91,550.00
D5142.4 Contractual Expense 109,500.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 201,050.00
STATE RETIREMENT APPROPRIATIONS:
D9010.8 Fringe Benefits 12,149.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 12,149.00
SOCIAL SECURITY APPROPRIATIONS:
D9030.8 Fringe Benefits 33,525.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 33,525.00
WORKER'S COMPENSATION APPROPRIATIONS:
D9040.8 Fringe Benefits 48,558.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 48,558.00
DISABILITY INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
D9055.8 Fringe Benefits 1,332.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 1,332.00
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
D9060.8 Fringe Benefits 79,380.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 79,380.00
SERIAL BONDS APPROPRIATIONS:
D9710.6 Debt Service - Principal 65,000.00
D9710.7 Debt Service - Interest 18,428.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 83,428.00
BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES APPROPRIATIONS:
D9730.6 Debt Service - Principal 103,400.00
D9730.7 Debt Service - Interest 36,200.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 139,600.00
MACHINERY FUND APPROPRIATIONS:
D5010.1 Personal Service 82,306.00
D5010.2 Equipment 52,000.00
D5010.4 Contractual Expense 258,920.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 393,226.00
MACHINERY REVENUES: 0003-2401 Interest on Investments 800.00
0003-2416 Rental - Equipment Other Governments 2,000.00
0003-2650 Sale of Scrap and Excess Material 100.00
0003-2801 Interfund Revenues 180,000.00
0003-5031 Interfund Transfers 247,343.00
TOTAL REVENUES 430,243.00
STATE RETIREMENT APPROPRIATIONS:
D9010.8 Fringe Benefits 2,580.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 2,580.00
SOCIAL SECURITY APPROPRIATIONS:
D9030.8 Fringe Benefits 7,761.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 7,761.00
WORKER'S COMPENSATION APPROPRIATIONS:
D9040.8 Fringe Benefits 10,202.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 10,202.00
DISABILITY INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
D9055.8 Fringe Benefits 356.00 TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 356.00
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE APPROPRIATIONS:
D9060.8 Fringe Benefits 16,118.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 16,118.00
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State and Rev. Attr. Rev. not Attr.
Appropriations Federal Aid To Function To Function
Legislative Board 156,220.00 6,000.00 2,378,000.00
Judicial 157,939.00
Executive
Finance 261,310.00 2,000.00 579,700.00
Staff 426,653.00 263,087.00
Shared Services 467,568.00 30,000.00 171,015.00
Special Items 222,358.00 64,366.00
Education 916,941.00 248,285.00 15,000.00
Public Safety 1,851,360.00 198,344.00 389,127.00
Public Health 1,865,339.00 885,233.00 986,113.00
Transportation 96,147.00 92,000.00
Social Services 5,719,379.00 3,342,022.00 245,970.00
Economic Programs 131,000.00 5,718.00 36,040.00
Programs for Aging 503,511.00 419,112.00 68,000.00 Youth Programs 162,485.00 133,900.00
County General 346,336.00 1,000.00
Undistributed 1,364,690.00
Interfund Transfers 1,584,995.00
Debt Service (General) 403,942.00
Co. Road Maint. 1,299,639.00 271,915.00 3,100.00 1,024,624.00
Co. Road Perm Imp. 343,000.00 268,000.00
Debt Service (Co. Road) 223,028.00 223,028.00
Machinery 430,243.00 182,900.00 247,343.00
Reserve for Uncoll. Taxes 25,000.00
TOTAL 18,959,083.00 5,902,529.00 5,383,418.00 1,494,995.00
Estimated Revenues:
State and Federal Aid 5,902,529.00
Attributable to Functions 5,383,418.00
Not Att. To Functions 1,494,995.00
Total Estimated Revenues 12,780,942.00
Appropriated Surplus 341,484.00
1997 Tax Levy 5,836,657.00
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Summary By Funds
Total General County Road Machinery
Appropriations, Excluding Interfund Items:
17,374,088.00 15,078,178.00 1,865,667.00 430,243.00
Interfund Items: 1,584,995.00 1,584,995.00
Total Appropriations 18,959,083.00 16,663,173.00 1,865,667.00 430,243.00
LESS:
Est. Revenues, Other than Real Estate Taxes and Excluding Interfund Items:
11,105,947.00 10,560,032.00 543,015.00 2,900.00
Interfund Items: 1,674,995.00 1,247,652.00 427,343.00
Approp. Cash Surplus to 341,484.00 266,484.00 75,000.00
Reduce Tax Levy
Total Revenues 13,122,426.00 10,826,516.00 1,865,667.00 430,243.00
Balance of Appropriations to be Raised by Real Estate Taxes: 5,836,657.00
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SUMMARY OF BUDGET
All Funds
Total Appropriations of all Funds (excluding Interfund Items) 17,374,088.00
Interfund Items 1,584,995.00
Total Appropriations 18,959,083.00
LESS:
Estimated Revenues (excluding Interfund Revenues) 11,105,947.00
Interfund Items 1,674,995.00
Appropriated Cash Surplus to Reduce Tax Levy 341,484.00
Total Estimated Revenues and Appropriated Cash Surplus All Funds 13,122,426.00
General 266,484.00
County Road 75,000.00
Machinery 0.00
Real Estate Levy 5,836,657.00
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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 1,938,000.00 200,000.00 35,000.00 fiscal year after deducting est. encumbrances
Estimated cash surplus and reserves approp. 266,484.00 75,000.00 by Board to reduce tax levy
RESERVE FUNDS:
Reserve for Uncoll.Taxes: 246,750.00
Reserve for Debt Service: 26,237.00
Reserve for Seized Assets: 20,155.00
Constitutional Tax Margin: 2,887,883.00
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RESOLUTIONS BY CATEGORY - 1997
Res.
No. Date
AGREEMENTS AND CONTRACTS
12 1/6/97 Amend Resolution No. 426-96/Benefits for Schuyler County Employees Not Covered by a Bargaining Agreement for 1997, 1998 and 1999
13 1/6/97 Memorandum of Understanding - Sheriff's Department 21 1/13/97 Renew Contract with Steuben County for the Workers' Healthy Heart Program of Schuyler and Steuben Counties - Public Health
22 1/13/97 Authorize Contracts with Randy H. Deal, I.A.O. for Real Property Tax Director Services
30 2/10/97 Approval and Ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement Covering Employees in the Schuyler County Administrative Unit
32 2/10/97 Amend Contract - Schuyler County Chapter Arc, Inc. - 1996 - Mental Health
37 2/10/97 Contract with Schuyler Hospital, Inc., for Home Health Services from 2/1/97 - 9/15/97
47 2/10/97 Authorize the Implementation of the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program for Seneca Harbor Park Schematic Design
48 2/10/97 Authorize Contract with Cornell Cooperative Extension for Environmental Management Council and Educational Publicity Services
53 2/10/97 Authorize Contract with Shapiro's Uniform Rental - Buildings and Grounds
62 2/10/97 Authorize Contract with Georgianna Price for Preschool Speech Therapy
64 2/10/97 Authorize Contracts with Council on Alcoholism & Other Chemical Dependencies of the Finger Lakes, Inc. and Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling & Referral Agency for Phone Service Agreements
72 3/10/97 Authorize Contract with Elmira Psychiatric Center for Phone Service Agreement
76 3/10/97 Contract - Georgianna Price for Early Intervention Program Services
77 3/10/97 Contract - Judy E. Demarco for Early Intervention Program Services
78 3/10/97 Contract - Judy Demarco for Preschool Occupational Therapy
86 3/10/97 Authorize Maintenance Agreement for Microwave System - Emergency Management
114 4/14/97 Contract - Freed Maxick Sachs & Murphy, P.C. - 1996 Home Health Agency Cost Reports
115 4/14/97 Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling and Referral Agency, Inc. (FLACRA) 1997 Agreement - Mental Health 117 4/14/97 Contract with Affiliated Psychological Consultants, P.C. - Mental Health
136 4/14/97 Authorize Agreement with Transamerica Real Estate Tax Service - Real Property Tax Service
139 4/14/97 Authorize Contract with Negotiation Consultant
140 4/14/97 Authorize Chairman to Sign Agreement in Settlement of Disciplinary Charges
155 4/14/97 Authorization for Schuyler County PINS Diversion Administrative Committee to Prepare and Submit PINS Grant and Commitment of County Funds out of Contingency Account - Probation
173 5/12/97 Authorize Agreement Between Finger Lakes National Forest and Schuyler County Office of Emergency Management Regarding Fire Suppression
182 5/12/97 Contract Between the Falls Home Care Agency and the Schuyler County Home Health Agency
195 5/12/97 Authorize Contract with New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services for Grant Funds - Sheriff's Department
198 6/9/97 Authorize Agreement with Comprehensive Drug Enforcement & Education Grant for the Schuyler County Sheriff's Department
201 6/9/97 Authorize Lease Agreement with National Association of Partners in Education (NAPE) - Buildings and Grounds
206 6/9/97 Contract - Schuyler-Chemung-Tioga B.O.C.E.S. to Provide SEIT (Special Education Itinerant Teacher)
208 6/9/97 Authorize Cleaning Agreement with Buildings and Grounds Department - Mental Health
222 6/9/97 Authorize Contract with Cornell Cooperative Extension for Ecotourism Project
247 7/14/97 Resolution Authorizing the Filing of an Application for State Assistance from the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) State Assistance Program and Signing of the Associated State Contract, under the Appropriate Laws of New York State
250 7/14/97 Amend Agreement with Affiliated Psychological Consultants, P.C. - Mental Health 251 7/14/97 Renew Contracts with Schuyler Hospital, Inc. for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Services from 7/197 - 6/30/98 - Home Health Agency
255 7/14/97 Authorize Contract for Medicaid Managed Care Consultant Services with the Health Futures Group - Social Services
258 7/14/97 Authorize Contract with Demuth Electric, Inc. for Fire Alarm System Installation
259 7/14/97 Authorize Contract with Village of Montour Falls for Sheriff Patrol Services
264 7/14/97 Authorize Contract Extension with Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board
275 7/14/97 Authorize Change Order GC-1 - Contract with Mclaughlin Roofing Corporation
278 7/14/97 Authorize Contract with Hunt Engineers for Shared Fuel Facility Project
287 8/11/97 Authorize Cleaning Agreement with FLACRA - Buildings and Grounds
288 8/11/97 Authorize Contract Amendment with Eastern Copy Products - Purchasing
297 8/11/97 Amend Contract with the Falls Home Care Agency for Home Health Services from 8/1/97 - 7/31/98
298 8/11/97 Authorize Contract with Freed Maxick Sachs & Murphy, P.C. - 1996 Home Health Agency Cost Reports
299 8/11/97 Authorize Contract with C.J. Robinson & Associates, Inc. - Mental Health
306 8/11/97 Authorize Contract and Transfer of Funds for Economic Development Facilitator Services
307 8/11/97 Authorize Agreement with the Village of Watkins Glen for Delinquent Tax Parcel
323 9/8/97 Amend Agreement with Transamerica Real Estate Tax Service - Real Property Tax Service
331 9/8/97 Authorize Contract for Parent Education Programs - Social Services
332 9/8/97 Authorize Contract with Economic Opportunity Program for WRAP - Social Services
334 9/8/97 Authorize Settlement Agreement for Administrative Unit CSEA Grievance 343 9/8/97 Rescind Resolution No. 264-97 Authorizing Contract with Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board
353 10/14/97 Authorize Repair and Relative Contracts - Rubble Mound Breakwater
355 10/14/97 Authorize Lease Agreement with Watkins Glen International
360 10/14/97 Contract - Staffcare of New York, Inc. (Americare) - Home Health Agency
361 10/14/97 Contract - Pediatric Physical Therapy Services, P.C. for Home Health Agency Therapy Services
363 10/14/97 Early Intervention/Infant-Child Health Assessment Program Grant - Authorize Grant Renewal and Establish Budget from 10/1/97 - 9/30/98
364 10/14/97 Contract Renewal - Odessa-Montour Central School District for the Transportation of Preschool Handicapped Children
366 10/14/97 Amend Contract with Schuyler ARC, Inc. 1996 - Mental Health
380 10/14/97 Authorize Contract with Southern Tier Central Regional Planning & Development Board (STCRP&D) and Authorize Transfer of Funds
392 10/14/97 Authorize Chairman to Sign Agreement in Settlement f an Improper Practice Charge
394 10/14/97 Authorize Chairman to Sign the Fiscal Year 1997 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Contracts
403 11/10/97 Authorize 1998 DWI Plan - Sheriff's Department
404 11/10/97 Approve Lease Agreement with Strategic Technologies, Inc. and Transfer Funds for Electronic Home Monitoring - Probation
406 11/10/97 Authorize Maintenance/Cleaning Agreements for 1998 with Buildings and Grounds - Mental Health and FLACRA
407 11/10/97 Authorize Comprehensive Usage Agreement with Bell Atlantic - Buildings and Grounds
408 11/10/97 Authorize Purchase/Lease Agreement for DTN Weather Center Services - Highway
415 11/10/97 Increase Agreement with Patti Ronsvalle Counseling & Consulting Services, Inc. - Mental Health 429 11/10/97 Authorize Chairman to Sign Memorandum of Agreement between Chemung, Schuyler, Allegany and Steuben Counties for the Southern Tier Regional Special Needs Project
430 11/10/97 Authorize Cornell Cooperative Extension Agreement
455 12/8/97 Authorize Contract with Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED)
456 12/8/97 Authorize Agreement with Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (SCIDA) for Remediation of Soil Contamination on Property Located on First Street, Village of Watkins Glen
459 12/8/97 Authorize Agreement with Hunt Engineers for county Route 13 Bridge Replacement Design
460 12/8/97 Authorize Agreement with Simplex for Fire Alarm Monitoring Services for Highway Buildings and Rural Urban Center Building
463 12/8/97 Authorize Agreement with FLACRA for Drug and Alcohol Abuse Assessments - Social Services
464 12/8/97 Authorize Agreement Between Social Services and the Office for the Aging for 1997-98 Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
466 12/8/97 Authorize Contract for Chemung County EISEP Contract - Office for the Aging
483 12/8/97 Authorize Application for North East States Emergency Consortium (NESEC) Local Natural Hazard Mitigation Grant
485 12/8/97 Authorize Lease Agreement for Vehicle - Sheriff's Department
487 12/8/97 Amend Contract with Venkata S. Satti, MD - Mental Health
491 12/8/97 Amend Agreement with Affiliated Psychological Services, P.C. and Authorize Agreement with Public Health - Mental Health
492 12/8/97 Authorize Agreement with Center for Governmental Research - Mental Health
517 12/29/97 Establish 1997-1998 Immunization Grant Budget - Public Health
521 12/29/97 Authorize Amendment of Contract for Medicaid Managed Care Consultant Services with the Health Futures Group - Social Services 526 12/29/97 Authorize Contract with Jet, Inc. for Training Services
529 12/29/97 Authorize Contact for Legal Services for 1998 - District Attorney
539 12/29/97 Authorize Contract Renewal with Cornell Cooperative Extension for Planning Services
540 12/29/97 Authorize Contract Renewal with Cornell Cooperative Extension for Recycling and Solid Waste Education and Coordination
541 12/29/97 A Resolution of the Schuyler County Legislature Regarding Support for an Application by the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board to the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets for a Grant to Assist in the Preparation of an Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan for Schuyler County, Including Provision of the Local Match for Such Grant
545 12/29/97 Authorize Chairman to Sign the Shared Fuel Facility Contracts
BIDS
17 1/13/97 Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Consoles - Emergency Management
42 2/10/97 Authorize Advertisement for Bids for a Patrol Boat for Schuyler County Sheriff's Department
46 2/10/97 Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Highway Materials and Supplies for 1997
54 2/10/97 Authorize Advertisement for Abstracting Services
88 3/10/97 Amend Resolution No. 54-97 Authorizing Advertisement for Abstracting Services and Set Special Meeting Date
97 3/10/97 Accept/Reject Bids - Rural Urban Center Roof Replacement Project
109 3/24/97 Accept/Reject Bids - Abstracting Services for 1997 Tax Sale Auction Properties
110 3/24/97 Accept/Reject Bids - Navigation Patrol Boat - Sheriff's Department
112 4/14/97 Authorize Advertisement for the Rehabilitation of County Road 28 Bridge, BIN #3332680 Crossing Big Hollow Run, Town of Reading 113 4/14/97 Authorize Advertising for Bids for Transportation of Preschool Children with Disabilities from 7/1/97 - 6/30/98
141 4/14/97 Accept Bids for Bituminous Concrete Asphalt
142 4/14/97 Accept Bids for Asphalt Emulsion
143 4/14/97 Accept Bids for Cold Mix Patching Material
144 4/14/97 Accept Bids for Ready-mix Concrete
145 4/14/97 Accept Bids for Used Steel Pipe
146 4/14/97 Accept Bid for New Corrugated Metal, Galvanized Pipe, New Corrugated Metal, Galvanized & Asphalt Treated Pipe, New Corrugated Metal Pipe Arch, New Galvanized Flared End Sections
147 4/14/97 Accept Bid for Used Railroad Rail, New & Used Steel Plate, Steel Bridge Flooring, Gabion Baskets, Poly Pipe, & New & Used Bridge & Shop Steel
148 4/14/97 Accept Bid for Signs, Posts, Extensions & Sign Blanks
149 4/14/97 Accept Bid for Guiderail
150 4/14/97 Accept Bids for Bank Run Gravel, Modified Gravel, Sand & Select Granular Fill
151 4/14/97 Accept/Reject Bids for Ice Control
152 4/14/97 Accept Bids for Crushed Limestone & Crushed Gravel
153 4/14/97 Accept Bid for Tree & Stump Removal
154 4/14/97 Accept Bid for Steel Belted Radial Tires
165 4/14/97 Accept/Reject Bids - Communication Consoles - Emergency Services
166 4/14/97 Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Properties Acquired for Taxes
194 5/12/97 Amend Resolution No. 142-97/Accept Bid for Asphalt Emulsion
200 6/9/97 Accept Quote from R. & L. Perry Construction, Inc. for Seneca Harbor Park Improvements
215 6/9/97 Accept/Reject Bids for the Transportation of Preschool Children with Disabilities for the Period 1/97-6/30/98 216 6/9/97 Accept/Reject Bids for Properties Acquired for Taxes
217 6/9/97 Accept/Reject Bids for the Rehabilitation of County Road 28 Bridge, BIN #3332680 Crossing Big Hollow Run, Town of Reading
268 7/14/97 Accept Quote for Miscellaneous Transportation of Preschool Children with Disabilities for the Period 7/1/97-6/30/98
269 7/14/97 Authorize Procedure for Advertisement of Food and Milk Bids
301 8/11/97 Declare Vehicles Surplus and Advertise for Bids - Watershed
327 9/8/97 Accept/Reject Bids for the Sale of 1993, 1994 & 1995 Tax Map Sets
335 9/8/97 Accept/Reject Bids for Watershed Vehicles
349 9/23/97 Accept Tax Auction Bids
352 10/14/97 Authorize County Highway Superintendent to Advertise for Bids for Paver
384 10/14/97 Accept Back up Bid for Tax Auction Property
433 11/10/97 Reject Bid - Rubble Mound Breakwater Repair
458 12/8/97 Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Construction of Townline Road Bridge Replacement, BIN #3332460
542 12/29/97 Accept Bid for Used Paver - Highway
BOARDS/COUNCILS/AGENCIES
24 1/13/97 Appointment - Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board
33 2/10/97 Appointments - Community Services Board - Mental Health
34 2/10/97 Appointments - Mental Health Subcommittee - Mental Health
35 2/10/97 Appointments - Mental Retardation/Development Disabilities Subcommittee - Mental Health
36 2/10/97 Create Health Services Task Force 38 2/10/97 Create Task Force for Family and Children Services
40 2/10/97 Appointment to PINS Diversion Planning Team - Probation
56 2/10/97 One-year Appointments
57 2/10/97 Two-year Appointments
65 2/10/97 Appointment - Soil and Water Conservation Board
66 2/10/97 Appointment Labor-Management Committee - CSEA Administrative Unit
82 3/10/97 Appointments - Schuyler County Youth Board
89 3/10/97 One-year Appointments
90 3/10/97 Appointments - Office for the Aging Advisory Council
91 3/10/97 Appointments - Environmental Management Council
92 3/10/97 Appointments - Health Services and Professional Advisory Committee
95 3/10/97 Amend Resolution No. 66-97/Appointment - Labor Management Committee - CSEA Administrative Unit
100 3/10/97 Appointment - Local Emergency Planning Committee
104 3/10/97 Appointments - Fish and Wildlife Management Board
118 4/14/97 Appointments - Community Services Board - Mental Health
119 4/14/97 Appointments - Mental Health Subcommittee - Mental Health
123 4/14/97 Appointment of Labor/Management Committee
129 4/14/97 One Year Appointments
130 4/14/97 Two-year Appointments
205 6/9/97 Appointments - Schuyler County Planning Commission
218 6/9/97 Appointments - Schuyler County Youth Board
248 7/14/97 Appointments - Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board
261 7/14/97 Re-appointment to Local Conditional Release Commission 262 7/14/97 Appointment of Members of Criminal Justice Advisory Council - Probation
302 8/11/97 Appointments - Schuyler County Planning Commission
317 9/8/97 Appointment(s) - Schuyler County Planning Commission
329 9/8/97 Appointment to the Office for the Aging (OFA) Advisory Committee
340 9/8/97 Appointment - Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency
377 10/14/97 Appointments - Private Industry Council
388 10/14/97 Appointments - Schuyler County Planning Commission
411 11/10/97 Appointment - Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board
437 11/10/97 Authorize Appointment of Loan Committee for Canal Corridor Initiative Grant
BUDGET ITEMS
25 1/13/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Medical Scholarship
26 1/13/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Real Property Tax Agency
31 2/10/97 Amend 1996 County Budget - Mental Health
43 2/10/97 Amend 1996 and 1997 Budgets for Court Security - Sheriff's Department
79 3/10/97 Amend 1996 County Budget - Mental Health
80 3/10/97 Amend 1997 Budget for Mental Health
85 3/10/97 Opposition to State Budget State Aid Cutbacks as they Apply to Probation
93 3/10/97 Grant - Amend Contract for NYSDOH Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Grant and Establish 1997-98 Budget
116 4/14/97 Increase Appropriations - Schuyler Arc - Mental Health
121 4/14/97 Authorize Purchase of Printer/Transfer Funds - Purchasing 126 4/14/97 Amend Budget - Buildings and Grounds for Sound System for Court Room
127 4/14/97 Authorize Purchase of UPS/Transfer of Funds - Treasurer's Office
155 4/14/97 Authorization for Schuyler County PINS Diversion Administrative Committee to Prepare and Submit PINS Grant and Commitment of County Funds out of Contingency Account - Probation
163 4/14/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Treasurer's Department
170 5/12/97 Adjust 1997 Budget - Office for the Aging
181 5/12/97 Increase Appropriations and Revenues - Sheriff's Department
188 5/12/97 Authorize Purchase/Transfer of Funds for Equipment - Highway
192 5/12/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Public Official Liability Policy Payment
193 5/12/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Contract with Randy Deal, IAO
196 5/12/97 Authorize Account Creation and Expenditure for Capital Project - Mental Health
199 6/9/97 Authorize Purchase of Materials/Transfer of Funds for Bull Dozer Repair - Highway
210 6/9/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Purchase of Modem - Legislative Office
223 6/9/97 Authorize Purchase of Lawnmower/Transfer of Funds - Dog Pound
224 6/9/97 Authorize Purchase of Weapons from Seized Assets - Sheriff's Department
228 6/9/97 Approve Appropriation of 1996 Fund Balance to Eliminate Borrowing
272 7/14/97 Transfer of Funds to Town of Hector (Hector Grazing Lands)
277 7/14/97 Transfer of Funds for Professional Fees and Services- Civil Service/Personnel
313 9/8/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Permanent Improvements - Highway
314 9/8/97 Accept Proposal and Authorize Transfer of Funds for County Appraisal
316 9/8/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - DWI Program
320 9/8/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Settlement of Claim 322 9/8/97 Authorize Purchase and Transfer of Funds for High Speed Laser Printer - Real Property Tax Service Agency
330 9/8/97 Amend Resolution for Establishing 1997 Budget Accounts - Office for the Aging (OFA)
338 9/8/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Sheriff's Department
362 10/14/97 Amend 1996-97 Early Intervention/Infant-Child Health Assessment Program (EI/ICHAP) Grant Budget
363 10/14/97 Early Intervention/Infant-Child Health Assessment Program Grant - Authorize Grant Renewal and Establish Budget from 10/1/97 - 9/30/98
371 10/14/97 Establish Cellular Phone Account - Social Services
374 10/14/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Dog Control Expenses - Sheriff's Department
386 10/14/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Computer and Computer Programming to Update Existing Highway Cost Accumulation System and Maintenance Program
395 10/14/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Home Health
396 10/14/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Sheriff's Department
402 11/10/97 Amend 1997 Budget - Social Services
405 11/10/97 Amend Resolution No. 330-97 Amending the Office for the Aging 1997 Budget
414 11/10/97 Amend 1997 County Budget - Mental Health
422 11/10/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Professional Fees and Services - Civil Service/Personnel
431 11/10/97 Set Date for Public Hearing on County Budget for 1998
435 11/10/97 Authorize Purchase/Transfer of Funds for Printers - Treasurer's Office
436 11/10/97 Authorize Purchase of Disk Drive and Transfer of Funds - Treasurer's Office
440 11/24/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Various Departments 441 11/24/97 Increase Hours for Confidential Secretary to the District Attorney
442 11/24/97 Amend 1998 Budget and Authorize Purchase of Van - Department of Social Services
443 11/24/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Mental Health
444 11/24/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Various Departments
446 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Buildings and Grounds
447 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Community Beautification
448 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Civil Service/Personnel
449 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Disability Insurance
450 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Retirement Revenues
451 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Real Property Tax Agency
452 12/01/97 Authorize County Treasurer to Make Budget Transfers for Salary Increases
453 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - County Clerk
467 12/8/97 Authorize 1997 Budget Adjustments - Office for the Aging
480 12/8/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Jail Personal Services - Sheriff's Department
482 12/8/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Dog Control Personal Services - Sheriff's Department
490 12/8/97 Authorize Fund Transfers and Purchase of Computer Equipment
499 12/8/97 Alter 1998 Tentative Budget and Authorize $20,000 to be Appropriated for Joint Purchase of Excavator to be Shared with Soil and Water Conservation District 500 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Legislature
501 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Public Defender
502 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - District Attorney
503 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Probation
504 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Mental Health
505 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Watershed
506 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Seneca Harbor Park
507 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Buildings and Grounds
508 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Social Services
509 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Highway Department
510 12/8/97 Adoption of Schuyler County Budget for 1998
511 12/8/97 Appropriate the Several Amounts Specified in Budget in Column Entitled "1998"
512 12/8/97 1998 Budget of $19,635,506.00: Legislature to Determine Town Contribution to County Taxes and Issue Certificate to Each Town
514 12/8/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Navigation Expenses - Sheriff
515 12/8/97 Authorize Computer Upgrade and Transfer of Funds - Sheriff
518 12/29/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Public Health
520 12/29/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Social Services 524 12/29/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Public Defender
532 12/29/97 Transfer of Funds - Various Departments
535 12/29/97 Transfer of Funds - Real Property Tax Agency
536 12/29/97 Authorize Purchase of Chair and Transfer of Funds - County Attorney
537 12/29/97 Transfer of Funds - County Clerk
544 12/29/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Highway Department
546 12/29/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Ecotourism Project
DIRECTIVES
6 1/6/97 Conform to Rules of Procedure
FINANCIAL
5 1/6/97 Designation of Depositories for Schuyler County Funds
20 1/13/97 Authorize Chairman of the Legislature to Sign Records Management Grant Application Form and all Relative Reports 1997-98
41 2/10/97 Request State to Increase Rate of Reimbursement for Parole Violation Assigned Counsel
44 2/10/97 Authorize Truck Lease - Sheriff's Department
59 2/10/97 Set Rate for Travel Reimbursement (Mileage)
61 2/10/97 Resolution of Opposition to the Proposed Reduction in Consolidated Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS) Operating Aid
84 3/10/97 Adopt Medicaid Transportation Reimbursement Policy 96 3/10/97 A Resolution Authorizing the Replacement of the Roof of the Rural Urban Center Building, Including Incidental Improvements, by the County of Schuyler, New York, at a Maximum Estimated Cost of $97,000, and Authorizing The Issuance of $97,000 Serial Bonds of Said County to Pay the Cost Thereof.
102 3/10/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Legislature
252 7/14/97 Authorize Increase in Home Health Agency Rates- Failed
260 7/14/97 Approve Surveillance Equipment Purchases for Jail
265 7/14/97 Declare Limestone Surplus and Authorize Sale to Town of Reading - Highway
286 8/11/97 Accept Grant for Anti-drug Funds - Sheriff's Department
289 8/11/97 Authorize Payment from Economic Development Account for Ecotourism Project Fees
290 8/11/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Civil Docket Book - County Clerk
295 8/11/97 Resolution of Commitment to Local Match for Appalachian Regional Commission Grant Application
303 8/11/97 Authorize Increase in Home Health Agency Rates
309 8/11/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Professional Fees and Services - Civil Service/Personnel
336 9/8/97 Authorize Expenditure for Repairs to Computer Network Due to Electrical Brownout - Mental Health
341 9/8/97 Set Stipend for Computer Related Services
367 10/14/97 Amend Resolution No. 336-97 - Mental Health
369 10/14/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Advertising - Veterans Service Agency
375 10/14/97 Establish Stipend for Civil Service Exam Monitor
381 10/14/97 Amend Resolution No. 341-97 Which Sets the Stipend for Computer Related Services
391 10/14/97 Authorize Expenditure for Facilitator for CSEA Administrative Unit Grievance 410 11/10/97 Transfer of Funds - Overtime - Highway Department
412 11/10/97 Authorize Parent Reimbursement for the Transportation of a Preschool Handicapped Child
422 11/10/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Professional Fees and Services - Civil Service/Personnel
435 11/10/97 Authorize Purchase/Transfer of Funds for Printers - Treasurer's Office
436 11/10/97 Authorize Purchase of Disk Drive and Transfer of Funds - Treasurer's Office
440 11/24/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Various Departments
441 11/24/97 Increase Hours for Confidential Secretary to the District Attorney
442 11/24/97 Amend 1998 Budget and Authorize Purchase of Van - Department of Social Services
443 11/24/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Mental Health
444 11/24/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Various Departments
446 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Buildings and Grounds
447 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Community Beautification
448 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Civil Service/Personnel
449 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Disability Insurance
450 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Retirement Revenues
451 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Real Property Tax Agency
452 12/01/97 Authorize County Treasurer to Make Budget Transfers for Salary Increases 453 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - County Clerk
480 12/8/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Jail Personal Services - Sheriff's Department
482 12/8/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Dog Control Personal Services - Sheriff's Department
488 12/8/97 Authorize Payment to the New York State Conference of Local Mental Hygiene Directors - Mental Health
489 12/8/97 Payment to the Community Services Board - Mental Health
490 12/8/97 Authorize Fund Transfers and Purchase of Computer Equipment
493 12/8/97 Authorize Purchase of Automobile - Mental Health
490 12/8/97 Authorize Fund Transfers and Purchase of Computer Equipment
499 12/8/97 Alter 1998 Tentative Budget and Authorize $20,000 to be Appropriated for Joint Purchase of Excavator to be Shared with Soil and Water Conservation District
500 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Legislature
501 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Public Defender
502 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - District Attorney
503 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Probation
504 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Mental Health
505 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Watershed
506 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Seneca Harbor Park
507 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Buildings and Grounds 508 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Social Services
509 12/8/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Highway Department
510 12/8/97 Adoption of Schuyler County Budget for 1998
511 12/8/97 Appropriate the Several Amounts Specified in Budget in Column Entitled "1998"
512 12/8/97 1998 Budget of $19,635,506.00: Legislature to Determine Town Contribution to County Taxes and Issue Certificate to Each Town
514 12/8/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Navigation Expenses - Sheriff
515 12/8/97 Authorize Computer Upgrade and Transfer of Funds - Sheriff
518 12/29/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Public Health
519 12/29/97 Authorize Write-Off Policy - Public Health/Home Health Agency
520 12/29/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Social Services
523 12/29/97 Accept Grant for Anti-Drug Funds - Sheriff's Department
524 12/29/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Public Defender
532 12/29/97 Transfer of Funds - Various Departments
535 12/29/97 Transfer of Funds - Real Property Tax Agency
536 12/29/97 Authorize Purchase of Chair and Transfer of Funds - County Attorney
537 12/29/97 Transfer of Funds - County Clerk
544 12/29/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds - Highway Department
546 12/29/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Ecotourism Project
INSURANCE MATTERS
28 1/17/97 Accept Proposal for Property/Casualty Insurances for the County of Schuyler
192 5/12/97 Authorize Transfer of Funds for Public Official Liability Policy Payment
319 9/8/97 Accept Insurance Recommendations and Amend Policies Accordingly
342 9/8/97 Transfer Unexpended Department Appropriations for Insurance Premiums to Unallocated Insurance Account
387 10/14/97 Amend Resolution No. 342-97 Relative to Transfer of Unappropriated Departmental Funds to Unallocated Insurance Account
449 12/01/97 Alteration of Tentative Budget Pursuant to County Law Section 358 - Disability Insurance
479 12/8/97 Accept Quote from David L. Sidle Agency for Disability Insurance Coverage
495 12/8/97 Amendment of Schuyler County Policies and Procedures - Request for Quotes on Certain Insurances
LOCAL LAWS
52 2/10/97 Local Law Intro. No. 1 of the Year 1997 Setting Salaries for Certain Public Officers for the Year 1997
55 2/10/97 Local Law Intro. No. 2 of the Year 1997 Setting Four-year Staggered Terms of the Schuyler County Legislature
87 3/10/97 Local Law Intro. No. 1/Local Law No. 1 of the Year 1997 Setting Salaries for Certain Public Officers for the Year 1997
138 4/14/97 Introduction of Local Law Intro. No 2/Local Law No. Of the Year 1997 Pursuant to Section 257-c Executive Law Authorizing Schuyler County Probation Department to Collect DWI Administrative Fees
168 5/12/97 Local Law Intro. No. 3/Local Law No. Of the Year 1997 Setting Salaries for Certain Elected Officials - as Amended
184 5/12/97 Local Law Intro. No. 2/Local Law No. 2 of the Year 1997 Pursuant to Section 257-c Executive Law Authorizing Schuyler County Probation Department to Collect DWI Administrative Fees 227 6/9/97 Local Law Intro. No. 3/Local Law No. 3 of the Year 1997 Setting Salaries for Certain Elected Officials - as Amended
279 7/14/97 Local Law Intro. No. 4/Local Law No. Of the Year 1997 Electing a Retirement Incentive Program
304 8/11/97 Local Law Intro. No. 4/Local Law No. 4 of the Year 1997 Electing a Retirement Incentive Program
390 10/14/97 Local Law Intro. No. 5 of the Year 1997 to Amend Local Law No. 4 of the Year 1997 Changing the Enrollment Period for the Early Retirement Program Elective
398 10/20/97 Local Law Intro. No. 5/Local Law No. 5 of the Year 1997 to Amend Local Law No. 4 of the Year 1997 Changing the Enrollment Period for the Early Retirement Program Elective
496 12/8/97 Local Law Intro. No. 6 of the Year 1997 Setting Salaries for Certain Public Officers for 1998
534 12/29/97 Local Law Intro. No.6/Local Law No. 6 of the Year 1997 Setting Salaries for Certain Public Officers for 1998
MISCELLANEOUS
1 1/6/97 Close Nominations - 1997 Chairperson of the Schuyler County Legislature
3 1/6/97 Continuity of Local Government for 1997
4 1/6/97 Designation of Legal County Newspaper
14 1/13/97 Approve Minutes of the December 5, 1996 Public Hearing, December 6, 1996 Special Meeting and December 9, 1996 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature
15 1/13/97 Request State to Abandon Maintenance Jurisdiction of Land in Town of Reading Acquired for Highway
16 1/13/97 Request State to Abandon Maintenance Jurisdiction of Land in Village of Montour Falls Acquired for Highway
18 1/13/97 Declare Chairs Surplus - Legislature 19 1/13/97 Declare Typewriters Surplus - Civil Service/Personnel
23 1/13/97 Authorize Application and Designation of Lead Agency for Canal Corridor Initiative Program
27 1/17/97 Ratification of Special Meeting Call
29 2/10/97 Approve Minutes of the December 30, 1996 Year End Meeting, January 6, 1997 Organizational Meeting, January 13, 1997 Regular Meeting and January 17, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature
39 2/10/97 Authorize Application for Juvenile Crime Prevention Grant
50 2/10/97 Transfer of Section 18 Transportation Responsibilities
60 2/10/97 Support Legislation to Amend the General Municipal Law in Relation to Requirements for the Filing of a Notice of Claim
63 2/10/97 Authorize Application for Even Start Grant
68 2/10/97 Designation of the Schuyler County Soil and Water Conservation District as Lead Agency for a Stream Assessment and Remediation Grant Program
69 2/10/97 Authorize out of State Travel - Public Health
70 3/10/97 Approve Minutes of the February 10, 1997 Regular Meeting and February 10, 1997 and February 18, 1997 Public Hearings of the Schuyler County Legislature
71 3/10/97 Declare Vehicle Surplus - Buildings and Grounds
75 3/10/97 Oppose Loss of Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Mail-in Registrations & Licenses
94 3/10/97 Declare Public Health/Home Health Equipment Surplus
98 3/10/97 Declare Computer Equipment Surplus - County Attorney's Office
99 3/10/97 Application for Private Industry Council's (PIC) Title IIB Summer Youth Employment and Training Program Grant
105 3/10/97 Declare Equipment Surplus - Real Property Tax Agency
106 3/10/97 Streamlining Delivery for Health Services - Tabled
107 3/10/97 Declare Weedharvester Equipment Surplus 108 3/24/97 Ratification of Special Meeting Call
111 4/14/97 Authorize Letter of Intent for Shared Fuel Facility
120 4/14/97 Declare Items Surplus - Social Services
122 4/14/97 Re-affirm Commitment of Schuyler County to REDEC
124 4/14/97 Proclaim April 21-27, 1997 as "Volunteer Week"
125 4/14/97 Declare Items Surplus - Treasurer's Department
128 4/14/97 Amend Policies and Procedures for Handling Union Contract Inquiries
131 4/14/97 Resolution Requesting State and Federal Governments Redesignate New York State Route 17 as Interstate Highway 86 Pursuant to Section 153 of the County Law
133 4/14/97 Declare Equipment Surplus - Real Property Tax Agency
137 4/14/97 Designate the Week of May 18-24, 1997 as Emergency Medical Services Week - Emergency Management
156 4/14/97 Authorize Out-of-state Travel to National Immunization Conference
159 4/14/97 Authorize Display of Portraits for Legislative Chambers
160 4/14/97 Proclaim Week of May 4-10 as "National Tourism Week"
161 4/14/97 Declaration of April 17, 1997 as Local Government Day in Celebration of National County Government Day
162 4/14/97 Authorize Settlement of Claim from Judgments and Claims
164 4/14/97 A Resolution Authorizing the Replacement of Emergency Consoles in Sheriff's Department, by the County of Schuyler, New York, at a Maximum Estimated Cost of $ 395,000 and Authorizing the Issuance of $416,000 Serial Bonds of Said County to Pay the Cost Thereof
167 5/12/97 Approve Minutes of the March 12, 1997 Regular Meeting and March 24, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature
169 5/12/97 Resolution Declaring the Month of May as Older Americans Month in Schuyler County - Office for the Aging
171 5/12/97 Proclaim May 21, 1997 National Employee Health and Fitness Day Proclamation 172 5/12/97 Proclaim Month of May as "Mental Health Month"
180 5/12/97 Authorize Letter of Support to J. Robert Kramer, II
183 5/12/97 Declare the Month of May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
185 5/12/97 Authorize Settlement Agreement - Sheriff's Department
187 5/12/97 Authorize Creation of a Capital Project to Implement the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program
189 5/12/97 Authorize Public Works Committee and Highway Superintendent to Make Interim Arrangements for Continued Operation of Highway Functions
191 5/12/97 Motion to Bring Five (5) Resolutions to the Floor
197 6/9/97 Approve Minutes of the April 14, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature
202 6/9/97 Approve Sale of Surplus Highway Property in the Village of Montour Falls to Doyle D. Davis, Jr.
203 6/9/97 Approve Sale of Surplus Highway Property in the Town of Reading to William A. and Sonja B. Mucci
204 6/9/97 Designation of Company to Provide Long Distance Telephone Services - All Departments
209 6/9/97 New York Tourist Promotion Act - Designation by County of Official Tourist Promotion Agency, 1996-1997
211 6/9/97 Rescind Resolution No. 128-97 Establishing a Procedure for Handling Union Contract Inquiries
213 6/9/97 Authorize Letter of Acknowledgment for Cultural Arts Festival
221 6/9/97 Authorize Letter of Gratitude to Camp Monterey for Community Contributions
225 6/9/97 Authorize Carpeting in Investigators' Office - Sheriff's Department
226 6/9/97 Authorize Mobile Work Crew Project
234 6/9/97 Approve Memorandums of Understanding with the Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA), Inc. 235 6/9/97 Motion to Bring Two (2) Resolutions to the Floor
237 6/9/97 Authorize Section 18 Annual Grant Applications
238 7/1/97 Ratification of Special Meeting Call
244 7/14/97 Approve Minutes of the May 12, 1997 and June 9, 1997 Regular Meeting and July 1, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature
245 7/14/97 Accept the Report of the Schuyler County Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency (Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection Rehabilitation District)
246 7/14/97 Resolution in Support of New York State Assembly Bill 423 and New York State Senate Bill 3656/Amendment to the Environmental Protection Act
253 7/14/97 Authorize Food Stamp Education Grant
257 7/14/97 A Resolution Authorizing the Reconstruction of Approximately Three Miles of County Route 16 in and for the County of Schuyler, New York, at a Maximum Estimated Cost of $198,000, and Authorizing the Issuance of Not Exceeding $198,000 Serial Bonds of Said County to Pay the Cost Thereof
263 7/14/97 Annual Update of the Pins Diversion Law
266 7/14/97 Authorize Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature to Sign Records Management Grant Acceptance and All Related Reports 1997-98
267 7/14/97 Authorize Memorandum of Understanding with CSEA Highway Unit
271 7/14/97 Resolution Classifying the Proposed Formation of an Aquatic Vegetation Control and Water Quality District for Lamoka and Waneta Lakes as an Unlisted Action and Nominating the Schuyler County Legislature as the Environmental Quality Review Lead Agency and Notifying the Involved Agencies Pursuant to 6NYCRR Part 617
273 7/14/97 Authorize Memorandum of Understanding for Lakefront Revitalization Program - Amended
280 7/14/97 Authorize Letter of Gratitude to Members of Civil Service Commission
281 7/14/97 Support Grant Applications for School-community Collaboration
283 7/14/97 Motion to Bring One (1) Resolution to the Floor
284 7/14/97 Amend Resolution No. 187 Dated May 12, 1997 to Increase Funding for the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program 285 8/11/97 Approve Minutes of the July 14, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature
293 8/11/97 Resolution in Support of the Preparation and Submission of a Grant Application to the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets for the Schuyler County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan
294 8/11/97 Authorize Chairman to Sign Appalachian Regional Commission Grant Application for Shared Fuel Facility Project
300 8/11/97 Approval of Alternatives to Incarceration Plan 1997-1998
305 8/11/97 Accept Proposal for the Household Hazardous Waste and Farm Pesticide Collection Day
310 8/11/97 Motion to Bring One (1) Resolution to the Floor
311 8/11/97 Authorize One-week Sales and Use Tax Clothing Exemption
312 9/8/97 Approve Minutes of the August 11, 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature
315 9/8/97 Amend Schuyler County Emergency Action Plan
318 9/8/97 Amend Schuyler County/Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (SCIDA) Fishing Pier Purchase and Sale Agreement
321 9/8/97 Amend Resolution No. 187-97 Regarding Funding for the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program
324 9/8/97 Authorize Chairman of the Legislature to Sign Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund Grant Application for the Purpose of Inventorying the Civil Case Files of the Supreme and County Courts
325 9/8/97 Declare Week of October 12, 1997 as National Archives Week - County Clerk
326 9/8/97 Authorize Cooperative Grant Project - Villages of Odessa & Montour, Town of Montour and Cornell Cooperative Extension - Schuyler County Clerk - Records Management Services
333 9/8/97 Disband Family and Children Services Task Force
337 9/8/97 Agreement to Be Local Sponsor for Snowmobile Trails Grant Application for Trail Tamers of Schuyler County 339 9/8/97 Agreement to Be Local Sponsor for Clean Water/Clear Air Bond Act Grant Application for Proposed Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County)
344 9/8/97 Declare the Week of October 5-11, 1997 "Cornell Cooperative Extension and National 4-H Week"
345 9/8/97 Declare "Chamber of Commerce" Week - September 15-21, 1997
346 9/8/97 Resolution of Recognition for the Malawi Children's Village
347 9/23/97 Ratification of Special Meeting Call
350 10/14/97 Approve Minutes of the August 29, 1997 Public Hearing, September 8, 1997 Regular Meeting and September 23, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature
351 10/14/97 Rescind Resolution No. 373-90 Relative to Highway Use Permit Fees
354 10/14/97 Amend Schuyler County Cellular Phone Policy (Resolution No. 325-96)
356 10/14/97 Authorize the Demolition of Property at 107 south Madison Avenue
357 10/14/97 Discontinue Junk Mail/Magazine Collection Day
358 10/14/97 A Resolution Providing Public Notice of a Thirty (30) Day Comment Period on a Proposal to Create an Agricultural District Comprising Certain Lands in the Towns of Tyrone, Reading, Orange and Dix to be Known as Schuyler County Agricultural District #2
359 10/14/97 Declare the Month of October as "National Arts and Humanities Month"
370 10/14/97 Approve Schuyler County Youth Board/Bureau - Comprehensive Planning Resource Allocation Package for 1998
379 10/14/97 Authorize Letter of Support for Lee House School
383 10/14/97 Direct Development of Plan of Action for children, Youth and Family Services Within Schuyler County
385 10/14/97 Resolution Authorizing the Items Listed Below Pursuant to the Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act of 1996
389 10/14/97 Resolution Requesting that New York's Counties Receive Reimbursement for Their Tobacco-Related Costs from any Payments to New York State as a Result of the $368 Billion National Tobacco Settlement 393 10/14/97 Motion to Bring Three (3) Resolutions to the Floor
397 10/20/97 Ratification of Special Meeting Call
400 11/10/97 Approve the Minutes of the October 14, 1997 Regular Meeting and October 20, 1997 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature
401 11/10/97 Approval of the Office for the Aging 1998 Annual Implementation Plan for the Older Americans Act and New York State Community Services for the Elderly Programs
418 11/10/97 Adopt Amended Schuyler County Purchasing Policy
419 11/10/97 Adopt Amended Schuyler County Fixed Assets Policy
420 11/10/97 Resolution Providing an Alternative 25 Year Retirement Plan for Sheriff, Undersheriffs, Correction Officers and Deputy Sheriffs whose Duties Involve at Least 50% Criminal Law Enforcement
421 11/10/97 Resolution Electing a 25 Year Retirement Plan, with Additional 1/60ths Benefit After Twenty Five Years According to Article 14-B of the Retirement and Social Security Law for the Sheriff, Undersheriff and Certain Deputy Sheriffs
424 11/10/97 Support Farm Bureau Efforts to Maintain Dairy Prices
425 11/10/97 Oppose Premium Adjustments to Owners of Pick up Trucks
426 11/10/97 Resolution Accepting the Revised Report of the Schuyler County Legislature Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation Agency (Schuyler County Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District)
428 11/10/97 Resolution and Notice of Determination of Non-Significance Pursuant to 6NYCRR Part 617 Relative to the Proposed Formation of the Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation Districts for Lamoka and Waneta Lakes
432 11/10/97 Set Dates - Special Meetings of the Legislature
438 11/10/97 Resolution of Opposition to State University of New York Salary and Tuition Increases
439 11/24/97 Ratification of Special Meeting Call
445 12/01/97 Ratification of Special Meeting Call 454 12/8/97 Approve Minutes of the November 10, 1997 Regular Meeting, the November 24, 1997 and December 1, 1997 Special Meetings of the Schuyler County Legislature
461 12/8/97 Authorize Office Space for District Attorney
465 12/8/97 Increase Hours of Veterans Service Agency Director
468 12/8/97 Set Date - 1997 Year End Meeting of the Legislature
469 12/8/97 Set Date - 1998 Organizational Meeting of the Legislature
470 12/8/97 Dedication of 1997 Proceedings
472 12/8/97 Amend Schuyler County Cellular Phone Policy (Res. Nos. 325-96 and 354- 97)
481 12/8/97 Declare Vehicles Surplus - Sheriff's Department
494 12/8/97 Rescind Resolution No. 534-92 Authorizing Compensation for Law Books - County Attorney
497 12/8/97 Resolution and Notice of Determination of Non-Significance Pursuant to 6NYCRR Part 617 Relative to the Proposed Formation of the Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation Districts for Lamoka and Waneta Lakes (Schuyler County)
498 12/8/97 A Resolution Making Certain Determinations with Respect to the Establishment of a Proposed Improvement District in and for the County of Schuyler, New York, to be Known as the "Schuyler County Lamoka/Waneta Lakes Protection and Rehabilitation District", and Approving the Establishment of Such District, Subject to Permissive Referendum
513 12/8/97 Authorize Two (2) Emergency Resolutions be Brought to the Floor
516 12/29/97 Approve Minutes of the November 24, 1997 Public Hearings and the December , 1997 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature
538 12/29/97 Authorize Water Rights Easement on Foote Property
547 12/29/97 Welcome to National Field Archers
NEGOTIATIONS
139 4/14/97 Authorize Contract with Negotiation Consultant
348 9/23/97 Approval and Ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement Covering Employees in the Schuyler County Deputy Sheriffs Association
PERSONNEL MATTERS
ABOLISH/CREATE/CHANGE POSITIONS
45 2/10/97 Establish Grade of Supervisor of Fiscal Operations and Computer Services Position in the Department of Social Services
67 2/10/97 Authorize Temporary Increase in Hours of Part-time Cleaners in the Buildings and Grounds Department
81 3/10/97 Increase Hours of Meal Deliverer Position - Office for the Aging
83 3/10/97 Authorize Temporary Appointment of Supervising Support Investigator Trainee
157 4/14/97 Authorize Filling of Vacancy - Social Welfare Examiner - Social Services
158 4/14/97 Create and Fill Social Work Assistant Position - Mental Health
174 5/12/97 Authorize Advertisement for County Highway Superintendent Position
176 5/12/97 Authorize Appointment of Real Property Tax Director
177 5/12/97 Authorize Advertisement for Veterans Service Director
186 5/12/97 Create and Fill Laborer Position - Buildings and Grounds and Transfer Funds
190 5/12/97 Authorize Creation and Filling of Labor Foreman Position - Highway
230 6/9/97 Create and Fill Position of Deputy Public Health Director
231 6/9/97 Appointment of Barbara Regan as Deputy Public Health Director 232 6/9/97 Create Position of Director of Community Services/Public Health Director and Authorize Filling
233 6/9/97 Appointment of Director of Community Services/Public Health Director
240 7/1/97 Create and Fill Position of Deputy Public Health Director
242 7/1/97 Create Position of Director of Community Service/Public Health Director and Authorize Filling
249 7/14/97 Rescind Resolution No. 289-6/11/90 Relative to the Watershed Inspector Position
254 7/14/97 Authorize Hiring of Support Investigator Position - Social Services
256 7/14/97 Authorize Hiring of Youth Counselor - Summer Youth Employment and Training Program
270 7/14/97 Authorize Advertising and Hiring a Temporary Account Clerk Typist in the Home Health Agency
276 7/14/97 Appointment of Schuyler County Personnel Officer
282 7/14/97 Appointment - Schuyler County Highway Superintendent
296 8/11/97 Amend Resolution No. 270-97/Authorize Advertising and Hiring Temporary Clerical Help in the Home Health Agency
328 9/8/97 Authorize Creation and Filling of Assistant Cook Position - Office for the Aging
365 10/14/97 Amend Resolution No. 296-97 to Extend Temporary Clerical Position
416 11/10/97 Create and Fill Administrative Positions - Mental Health and Public Health
417 11/10/97 Authorize Creation of Position of Administrative Officer - Health Services Departments
484 12/8/97 Create and Fill the Position of Personnel Assistant
543 12/29/97 Increase Hours of Sr. Account Clerk Typist - Highway - Tabled
PERMANENT 157 4/14/97 Authorize Filling of Vacancy - Social Welfare Examiner - Social Services
158 4/14/97 Create and Fill Social Work Assistant Position - Mental Health
174 5/12/97 Authorize Advertisement for County Highway Superintendent Position
186 5/12/97 Create and Fill Laborer Position - Buildings and Grounds and Transfer Funds
190 5/12/97 Authorize Creation and Filling of Labor Foreman Position - Highway
230 6/9/97 Create and Fill Position of Deputy Public Health Director
232 6/9/97 Create Position of Director of Community Services/Public Health Director and Authorize Filling
254 7/14/97 Authorize Hiring of Support Investigator Position - Social Services
373 10/14/97 Authorize Filling of Caseworker Vacancy - Social Services
409 11/10/97 Authorize Filling Vacant Laborer Position and Authorize the Creation and Filling of another Laborer Position
413 11/10/97 Authorize Advertisement and the Filling of a Public Health Nurse Position in the Public Health Office
416 11/10/97 Create and Fill Administrative Positions - Mental Health and Public Health
457 12/8/97 Authorize Filling of Automotive Mechanic Position - Highway
462 12/8/97 Fill Community Services Aide Position - Social Services
484 12/8/97 Create and Fill the Position of Personnel Assistant
522 12/29/97 Authorize Filling of Senior Caseworker Position - Social Services
PROVISIONAL
TEMPORARY 256 7/14/97 Authorize Hiring of Youth Counselor - Summer Youth Employment and Training Program
270 7/14/97 Authorize Advertising and Hiring a Temporary Account Clerk Typist in the Home Health Agency
296 8/11/97 Amend Resolution No. 270-97/Authorize Advertising and Hiring Temporary Clerical Help in the Home Health Agency
365 10/14/97 Amend Resolution No. 296-97 to Extend Temporary Clerical Position
368 10/14/97 Authorize Hiring of Kelly Services Clerical Worker - Mental Health
474 12/8/97 Authorize Hiring of Temporary Typist Part-Time in the Civil Service/Personnel Department
LEAVE OF ABSENCE
RESIGNATIONS/TERMINATIONS
APPOINTED OFFICIALS
2 1/6/97 Appointment - Chairman, Schuyler County Legislature - 1997
7 1/6/97 Appointment - Budget Officer for 1997
8 1/6/97 Appointment - Chief Voting Machine Custodian
9 1/6/97 Appointment - Chief Coroner for 1997
10 1/6/97 Appointment - Historian and Deputy Historian
83 3/10/97 Authorize Temporary Appointment of Supervising Support Investigator Trainee
176 5/12/97 Authorize Appointment of Real Property Tax Director 177 5/12/97 Authorize Advertisement for Veterans Service Director
231 6/9/97 Appointment of Barbara Regan as Deputy Public Health Director
233 6/9/97 Appointment of Director of Community Services/Public Health Director
236 6/9/97 Appointment - Veterans Service Agency Director Trainee
241 7/1/97 Appointment of Barbara Regan as Deputy Public Health Director
243 7/1/97 Appointment of Director of Community Services/Public Health Director
276 7/14/97 Appointment of Schuyler County Personnel Officer
282 7/14/97 Appointment - Schuyler County Highway Superintendent
372 10/14/97 Authorize Advertising for Commissioner of Social Services Position
399 11/10/97 Appointments - Fill Legislative Vacancies
473 12/8/97 Appointment of William Weiss as Acting Commissioner of Social Services
486 12/8/97 Appointment - Deputy Fire Coordinator for the Emergency Management Office
531 12/29/97 Appointment of Veterans Service Agency Director
PLANNING AND EXPANSION
PUBLIC HEARINGS
178 5/12/97 Set Public Hearing Date on Brineline Issue and Request Formal Hearing from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
274 7/14/97 A Resolution Authorizing a Public Hearing for the Formation of a Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County)
427 11/10/97 Resolution Authorizing a Public Hearing for the Formation of a Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County)
431 11/10/97 Set Date for Public Hearing on County Budget for 1998
SALARIES
11 1/6/97 Adopt Schedule of Salaries for 1997
51 2/10/97 Amend Resolution No. 427-96 Which Adopts the Matrix for Management/Confidential Salary Increases for 1997
58 2/10/97 Amend 1997 Salary Schedule and Authorize Transfer of Funds
227 6/9/97 Local Law Intro. No. 3/Local Law No. 3 of the Year 1997 Setting Salaries for Certain Elected Officials - as Amended
239 7/1/97 Amend Management/Confidential Salary Plan - Consolidation of Mental Health and Public Health Departments
376 10/14/97 Amend Management/Confidential Salary Plan
378 10/14/97 Adopt Matrix for Department Head Salary Increases for 1998
423 11/10/97 Rescind Resolution No. 376-97 and Adopt Matrix for Deputy/Confidential Employee Salary Increases for 1998
441 11/24/97 Increase Hours for Confidential Secretary to the District Attorney
452 12/01/97 Authorize County Treasurer to Make Budget Transfers for Salary Increases
475 12/8/97 Establish Salary for Deputy County Clerk for 1998
496 12/8/97 Local Law Intro. No. 6 of the Year 1997 Setting Salaries for Certain Public Officers for 1998
527 12/29/97 Establish Salary for Assistant District Attorney for 1998
528 12/29/97 Establish Salary for Confidential Secretary to the District Attorney for 1998
530 12/29/97 Salary Adjustment for Deputy Public Health Director
534 12/29/97 Local Law Intro. No.6/Local Law No. 6 of the Year 1997 Setting Salaries for Certain Public Officers for 1998
TAX MATTERS
49 2/10/97 Approve Applications for Corrected Tax Roll - Town of Dix, Tax Map #65.13-1-81, Stephany, and Tax Map #65.13-1-89, Village of Watkins Glen
73 3/10/97 Approve Applications for Correction and Refund of Taxes - Owen - Town of Montour
74 3/10/97 Approve Application for Refund of Taxes on Two Tax Bills - Wilcox and Lane - Town of Tyrone 1997 Levy
101 3/10/97 Resolution Requesting the New York State Legislature to Repeal the Gross Receipts Tax
103 3/10/97 Set Tax Sale Auction Date and Authorize Contract with Auctioneer
109 3/24/97 Accept/Reject Bids - Abstracting Services for 1997 Tax Sale Auction Properties
132 4/14/97 Approve Application for Correction/Refund of Taxes - Allen - Town of Tyrone 1995-97 Levy
134 4/14/97 Establish New Fee Schedule for the Real Property Tax Service Office
135 4/14/97 Approve Application for Correction of Taxes - Frost - Town of Orange
166 4/14/97 Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Properties Acquired for Taxes
175 5/12/97 Repeal of the 1996 HCRA Tax on New York Health Care Services by the State Legislature
179 5/12/97 Accept Offer to Purchase and Quitclaim Property Taken by Tax Deed to Harold C. and Judy M. Mayo
207 6/9/97 Approve Application for Refund of Taxes - Mead - Town of Orange 1995-96 Levy
214 6/9/97 Approve Application for Refund of Taxes - Galek - Town of Tyrone 1996-97 Levy
216 6/9/97 Accept/Reject Bids for Properties Acquired for Taxes
219 6/9/97 Accept Offer to Purchase and Quitclaim Property Taken by Tax Deed to Nancy L. McFall 220 6/9/97 Authorizing Distribution of Mortgage Tax Receipts Pursuant to Section 261 of the New York State Tax Law
291 8/11/97 Authorize Chairman to Sign "Notice to Vacate" and the Sheriff's Department to Hand Deliver Notices
292 8/11/97 Authorize Discharge of Mortgages - County Attorney
307 8/11/97 Authorize Agreement with the Village of Watkins Glen for Delinquent Tax Parcel
308 8/11/97 Authorize Sale of County Owned Properties as Listed in Tax Sale Auction under Certain Conditions
327 9/8/97 Accept/Reject Bids for the Sale of 1993, 1994 & 1995 Tax Map Sets
349 9/23/97 Accept Tax Auction Bids
382 10/14/97 Approve Removal of Tax Roll - Town of Montour, Tax Map #66.-1-10.111 - Owen
384 10/14/97 Accept Back up Bid for Tax Auction Property
434 11/10/97 Unpaid School Taxes - Assessed and Relevied for 1997
471 12/8/97 Authorizing Distribution of Mortgage Tax Receipts Pursuant to Section 261 of the New York State Tax Law
476 12/8/97 Adopt 1997 Equalization Rates for 1998 Taxes
477 12/8/97 Authorize Town of Hector Delinquent Water Bills to be Charged on the January, 1998 Town and County Tax Bills
478 12/8/97 Authorize Town of Reading Delinquent Sewer and Water Bills to be Charged on the January, 1998 Town and County Tax Bills
512 12/8/97 1998 Budget of $19,635,506.00: Legislature to Determine Town Contribution to County Taxes and Issue Certificate to Each Town
525 12/29/97 Authorize One-Week Clothing/Footwear Exemption for January 17-23, 1998
533 12/29/97 Approve Waiver of Relevy - Town of Tyrone, Tax Map #49.-1-48.3 - Towner
RESOLUTIONS RESCINDED/AMENDED/WITHDRAWN/TABLED
RESCINDED
343 9/8/97 Rescind Resolution No. 264-97 Authorizing Contract with Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board
AMENDED
12 1/6/97 Amend Resolution No. 426-96/Benefits for Schuyler County Employees Not Covered by a Bargaining Agreement for 1997, 1998 and 1999
168a 5/12/97 Amend Resolution No. 168
168c 5/12/97 Amend Resolution No. 168
WITHDRAWN
1/13/97 Authorize Change in Title and Grade of Accounting Supervisor Grade 'B' Position in the Department of Social Services - Withdrawn
3/10/97 Accept/Reject Bids - Navigation Patrol Boat - Sheriff's Department - Withdrawn
3/10/97 Amend Management/Confidential Salary Plan by Eliminating the Performance Appraisal Process for Deputies and Confidential Employees - Withdrawn
5/12/97 Approval of Mental Health Request for Catering, Etc. Expenditures to Conform with Schuyler County Legislative Rules of Procedure - Withdrawn
6/9/97 Authorize Funds for Purchase of Computer - Emergency Management - Withdrawn 7/14/97 Resolution in Support of the Governor's Appointment to the Corning Community College Board of Trustees - Withdrawn
9/8/97 Approval and Ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement Covering Employees in the Schuyler County Deputy Sheriffs Association - Withdrawn
9/8/97 Establishment of Lamoka/Waneta Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District (Schuyler County) - Withdrawn
10/14/97 Authorize Creation of Position of Administrative Officer - Health Services Departments - Withdrawn
11/10/97 Authorize Maintenance with Buildings and Grounds Department - Elmira Psychiatric Center - Withdrawn
TABLED
106 3/10/97 Streamlining Delivery for Health Services - Tabled
212 6/9/97 Authorize Letter of Opposition to Assembly Bill 5910 Relating to Subdivision 6 of Section 201 of the Civil Service Law - Tabled
229 6/9/97 Amend Management/Confidential Salary Plan - Consolidation of Mental Health and Public Health Department - Tabled
543 12/29/97 Increase Hours of Sr. Account Clerk Typist - Highway - Tabled
FAILED
168b 5/12/97 Amend Resolution No. 168 - Failed
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