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Town of Charlton Saratoga County Town Board Agenda Meeting
June 30, 2008 7:30 pm
The Agenda meeting of the Town Board of Charlton, Saratoga County, New York was held at the Charlton Town Hall and called to order by Supervisor Grattidge at 7:30pm.
Present: Councilman Gardner, Councilman Lippiello, Councilman Salisbury, Councilman Verola, Supervisor Grattidge, Town Clerk Brenda Mills, Town Attorney Bob VanVranken
Supervisor Grattidge announced that this meeting is to set the Agenda for the Regular Meeting of the Town Board on Monday, July 14, 2008.
APPROVAL OF ABSTRACTS
A motion was made by Councilman Verola and seconded by Councilman Lippiello to accept General Fund Claims No. 1431-1493 in the amount of $125,473.32 as set forth in the Abstract No.112, and voucher #810 in the amount of $126.00 as set forth in Abstract No. 8806.
Roll call vote: Councilman Gardner; Aye, Councilman Lippiello: Aye, Councilman Salisbury; Aye, Councilman Verola: Aye, Supervisor Grattidge: Aye APPROVED
Supervisor Grattidge read a report from the Town Clerk stating that a correction was made to Abstract #111 and voucher #1412 to remove a $.84 finance charge from the National Grid Invoice.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Supervisor Grattidge stated that he had recently received the December 2007 Minutes from the former Town Clerk for the Regular Town Board Meeting and the Town Board Agenda Meeting.
A motion was made by Councilman Verola and seconded by Councilman Salisbury, to accept the meeting minutes of the Town Board Meeting held on December 10, 2007 and the meeting minutes of the Town Board Agenda Meeting held on December 26, 2007.
Roll call vote: Councilman Gardner: Aye, Councilman Lippiello: Aye, Councilman Salisbury: Aye, Councilman Verola: Aye, Supervisor Grattidge: Aye Approved
ANNOUNCEMENTS
A thank you letter was received from Dr. Jorgensen. She was very thankful for all the Founder’s Day festivities and for the Town honoring the Nurses as well as her mother.
The Sales Tax Report shows an increase Y-T-D in revenue of 6.55% over last year. The Mortgage Tax Report shows that Mortgage Tax appears to be running strong
A letter was received from Herb Smith from the Pine Grove Cemetery Association, thanking the Town and in particular the Highway Department for their assistance and support in cleaning up the trees after the devastating storm.
A letter was received from Time Warner regarding a spin-off company of Time Warner. The company is offering assurance that there will be no change in their management, policies or practices.
A memo was received from Carol Holley, Saratoga County Real Property Tax Services regarding a Cold War Veterans Exemption. It was recently passed by the Board of Supervisors. This will allow the Veterans to receive a Veterans exemption on their taxes effective 2010.
Supervisor Grattidge said that he had a meeting with the Quadricentennial Committee. They have asked to submit an application to Explore New York to be able to use their logo.
A motion was made by Councilman Verola and seconded by Councilman Gardner to authorize Supervisor Grattidge to sign and submit the application to Explore NY.
VOTE: All Ayes, No Noes. CARRIED
Supervisor Grattidge stated that he received an email from Susan York regarding a “strange critter or unusual coyote” running around Charlton. The Council Members stated that they believe that it is a fox..
The Charlton Historical Society has asked for assistance with the Free Jazz Concert on July 23 at 7pm. They have asked the Highway Superintendent to bring down the stage and set it up. They have also asked for assistance from the Constables.
Supervisor Grattidge stated that he has received a quote for a new computer for the Secretary’s office. The E-Government Technology Board would like to review the information.
Helpco has also given a quote for a data server to network all of the Town computers.
The invoice was received for the Bulk Item Pick-up. The total this year was $6,027.30.
A letter was received from the County Planning Board with a draft resolution attached regarding the Shirley Palmer Farmland Protection application.
The Parks Committee submitted a revised copy of the Park Permit and Changes to Ordinance #10. Discussion ensued regarding allowing alcohol in the parks. The Board would like time to further review this issue before approval.
The Board plans to do a resolution at the next meeting to appoint Ron Wharton as Town Assessor.
Mike Emerich, Highway Superintendent sent a memo asking for authorization to hire Christian DeCapria as summer help for 32 hours a week for 2 months to assist with mowing and flag work.
A motion was made by Councilman Verola and seconded by Councilman Gardner that Resolution #83 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT TO HIRE ONE PART-TIME SUMMER EMPLOYEE FOR THE TOWN OF CHARLTON HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT be approved.
Roll call vote: Councilman Gardner; Aye, Councilman Lippiello: Aye, Councilman Salisbury; Aye, Councilman Verola: Aye, Supervisor Grattidge: Aye APPROVED
The Highway Superintendent has given three quotes for a trailer. He is looking at the Bennett Trailer for $1,999.00.
A motion was made by Councilman Verola and seconded by Councilman Gardner to authorize the Highway Superintendent to purchase the Bennett Trailer for $1,999.00.
Roll call vote: Councilman Gardner; Aye, Councilman Lippiello: Aye, Councilman Salisbury; Aye, Councilman Verola: Aye, Supervisor Grattidge: Aye APPROVED
The Supervisor stated that he would ask for the Board to go into Executive Session following tonight’s meeting.
NEW TOWN HALL PROJECT
On June 13th, the Tender Agreement was signed with the Bonding Company allowing the Town to move forward with the replacement contractor. The contractor plans to finish the job by October 17th. The other 3 prime contractors are gearing up to get started on the project.
DISCUSSIONS
Councilman Verola asked if there are any policies or procedures in place governing who has authorization to place items on the Town’s website. Councilman Lippiello will check with the E-Government/Technology Board to see if there is currently in place.
Councilman Verola asked about the status of the meeting with Jim Mitchell regarding the variable speed pump. Councilman Lippiello said that they are still waiting to hear. The Company is very slow in responding.
Councilman Salisbury said that he will not be present at the July 14th Board Meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 8:30 pm
Respectfully submitted,
Brenda Mills Town Clerk
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