2009 TOWN OF SAND LAKE BOARD MEETING JANUARY 14, 2009 The regular monthly meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Sand Lake was called to order by Supervisor Robelotto at 7:30 P.M. at the Town Hall in Sand Lake, New York. After the Pledge of Allegiance, the following answered roll call: PRESENT: Councilman Splain Councilwoman Allard Councilman Glasser Councilman Turner Supervisor Robelotto Town Attorney Donna M. Cole-Paul RECORDING SECRETARY: Town Clerk Kronau OTHERS PRESENT: Buster Hunt, Joan Waldron, Art Herman, Mark Kestner, Joe Philips, Kelly Pagoda, Bruce Wicks, Joel Hunt, Barb Glasser, Judy Goodyer, Barbara Martinage and others. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Supervisor Robelotto made the motion to approve the minutes of December 10th and December 29th, 2008. This was seconded by Councilman Glasser. MOTION CARRIED = UNANIMOUS MONTHLY REPORTS: TOWN CLERK - Christine M. Kronau ·Total fees paid to the Supervisor for the month of December, 2008 - $2,365.42 ·Copy on file in the Town Clerk’s Office. ·Informed Council of the Annual Meeting of the Association of Towns. SUPERVISOR’S REPORT - Steve Robelotto ·We started out the December with the worst Ice Storm we have ever had. Most of our Town was without power for 5 days. Clean up is still going on and will continue into the spring. I would again like to thank all the people who helped or donated food so we could get through that long 5 days. A lot was learned from this storm and we will be reviewing our plan and expect to make changes. If you suspect there is a Town wide problem tune to WGY 810 on your radio or contact your local fire station for information. The lawyers and I also met with the Rite Aid developer and the Town Engineer to discuss some items and try to speed up the process to get this project back on track. ·I would like again to remind all 3 ”of snow or more is a snow emergency, which will be broadcast on our channel and channel 9 and 10. During a snow emergency there is no parking on the pavement. We will be ticketing and towing. I have received a few calls from people saying their road was not plowed yet. When they plow during a storm it takes about 3.5 to 4 hours to make a complete round, if it’s snowing 1-3” per hour there will be a build up by the time they get back to you. They are out there plowing; it just takes time. ·The sewer project for Burden Lake is progressing; they have gone up 2nd Dyke Road and are on North Nassau Road now. ·We are looking into bonding the new dump truck. With interest rates as low as they are it might be cheaper to bond than to pay cash. ·We will be receiving the Court improvement grant again this year. This will be used to improve lighting in the parking lot, which was one of the items from our inspection that needed improvement. ·I am looking to have our first committee meeting this January to set up rules and regulations for our Community Van to begin operation sometime in the spring. PROGRESS REPORT: Mark Kestner of Kestner Engineers ·Sand Lake Sewer District No. I, Burden Lake Area Sewer Extension – On file. ·Burden Lake Area Sewer Extension – West Side – On file. ·Report on MS4 Storm water Regulations – On file. ·Report on Water System Project – On file. COMMITTEE REPORTS: PLANNING BOARD – Art Herman - On file in the Town Clerk’s Office. ZBA – Frank Allen – No report. YOUTH – Barbara Glasser - On file in the Town Clerk’s Office. WEBSITE – Barbara Glasser – On file in the Town Clerk’s Office. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS: ANIMAL CONTROL - John Glasser - On file in the Town Clerk’s Office. BEACH - John Glasser – No report. STREETLIGHTS - John Glasser – No report. HIGHWAY – John Glasser - On file in the Town Clerk’s Office. LIBRARY – Kathy Allard – On file in the Town Clerk’s Office. ZONING UPDATE – Kathy Allard – No report. PLANNING OVERSIGHT Kathy Allard -No report. YOUTH - Kathy Allard - On file in the Town Clerk’s Office. CABLE – Paul Splain – No report. INSURANCE – Paul Splain – No report. PUBLIC SAFETY – Paul Splain – On file in the Town Clerk’s Office. VETERANS – Paul Splain – No report. CULTURE AND ARTS – Ray Turner – Highlighted Upcoming Events SENIORS – Ray Turner –On file in the Town Clerk’s Office. SEWER - Steve Robelotto - On file in the Town Clerk’s Office. PARKS - Steve Robelotto - No report. BICENTENNIAL REPORT – Steve Robelotto – On file in the Town Clerk’s Office. SPECIAL REPORT – Kathy Allard SAND LAKE VOLUNTEERISM AT ITS BEST December 12th, 2008, the Town of Sand Lake experienced a devastating Ice Storm. Our Supervisor quickly assessed the situation and declared a State of Emergency for our town. It was a tire-less effort for so many who serve our Town on a volunteer level. Many were responding to calls to help other families when they were concerned about their own families and homes. Their acts were selfless. A shelter was established at Averill Park Fire House where so many people donated their time and talent. I want to thank all of them but am always concerned I would forget someone. PLEASE FORGIVE ME IN ADVANCE. To Supervisor Robelotto for his swift action to asscess the situation and call a State of Emergency. On the County level Kathy Jimino, Chris Meyer and Rich Crist who helped me make the necessary contacts to get the supplies that were needed, to Joe Cybuski who made sure our seniors in the ROUSE unit were transported and cared for. On a local level to Dave Fleming from the Town of Nassau who helped us obtain dry ice. All of the volunteers who serve our community tirelessly; the Firemen, the Emergency Service crew drivers, EMTS, Medics and First Responders. The wives of firemen and the Women’s Auxiliary who cooked, cleaned and served at the shelter three meals a day up to or in excess of 80. The Explorers who until now, I did not know existed, they are our future. The 911 dispatchers, power crews from across the nation, the National Red Cross, nurses, some of which stayed the whole weekend, the Explorers, residents and business people with both the time and equipment. Our spontaneously appointed Shelter Manager who also stayed the entire time the shelter was open. The Youth Director who still came in and provided much need activities for the children. Miller’s, AJ’s and The Lakeview who wanted to keep our volunteer emergency crews fed. COMMENTS FROM RESIDENTS: ·Barbara Martinage regarding the Senior Van Here is a recap of my comments to the Board last night for inclusion in the minutes. I am publicly presenting a copy of my response to a letter Mr. Robelotto sent to Rev. Pat Bush with cc to SLACC, Kiwanis and Doors of Hope. I invite Board Members to read this response and to evaluate the documentation provided thereto. Secondly, I invite the Board to provide a copy of all minutes and resolutions pertaining to this Member Item specifically any resolution authorizing the purchase of an 8 passenger van rather than the 12 passenger handicapped van requested. There is some question as to whether an 8 passenger van can be retrofitted to be made handicapped accessible. Finally, I would appreciate notification as to how the matter will be resolved including how the original collaborators will be included in the process. I am tired of being invited to be patient. I have been patient since May of 2005. I am tired of abrogated agreements and agreed to action steps not taken. I am tired of receiving conflicting information. I am pleased that by virtue of Mr. Robelotto’s letter, the issue can now be addressed in the public arena. BUSINESS: RESOLUTION # 1-09 Reappointment of Planning Board Member Supervisor Robelotto moved and Councilman Glasser seconded the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, that Ralph LaMontagna is reappointed to the Planning Board for a term ending December 31, 2015. ADOPTED = AYES 5 NAYS 0 RESOLUTION # __-09 Reappointment of Zoning Board Member MOTION: Supervisor Robelotto made a motion to table the Reappointment to the Zoning Board. This was seconded by Councilwoman Allard. MOTION CARRIED = UNANIMOUSLY RESOLUTION # 2-09 Association of Towns Conference Supervisor Robelotto moved and Councilman Glasser seconded the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, that the following Town Officials; Supervisor Robelotto, Councilwoman Allard, Councilman Glasser, Councilman Turner, Town Attorney Cole-Paul are hereby authorized to attend the 2009 Annual Training School and Annual Meeting of the New York State Association of Towns in New York City February 15 -18, 2009 and each shall be advanced or compensated for lodging, registration fees, transportation expenses and meals up to one thousand, five hundred dollars ($1,500.00); and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ray Turner is appointed the Town’s Official Delegate and that John Glasser is appointed Alternate Delegate to the Association of Towns Annual Meeting. ADOPTED = AYES 5 NAYS 0 RESOLUTION # 3-09 Appoint Internal Control Officer Supervisor Robelotto moved and Councilman Glasser seconded the following resolution: ~ BE IT RESOLVED, that Darryl L. Purinton is hereby appointed to the position of Internal Control Officer for the Town of Sand Lake at a rate of $100.00 per hour not to exceed 190 hours per year, and ~~~~~~~~~~~ BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said appointment shall be for a period of one-year to end on December 31, 2009. ADOPTED = AYES 5 NAYS 0 RESOLUTION # 4-09 Mileage Rate for Reimbursement Supervisor Robelotto moved and Councilman Glasser seconded the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, that Town Officials and Employees using their own vehicles for Town business shall be allowed the standard rate established by the Internal Revenue Service for reimbursement which is currently established for 2009 at .55 cents per mile.