Town Board Minutes

2005 PAYABLES

MOTION was made by Councilwoman Pew to approve the Audit of Bills as presented; seconded by Councilman Krycia; All “Ayes”? Opposed? – None; Abstain? – None; Motion carried.

Departmental Reports:

            Department reports for the month of February, 2006 were presented by Paul Shephard, Eden Emergency Squad; David Cole, Eden Fire Chief; Kevin Schoenthal, East Eden Fire Chief; Patrick Howard, Eden Police Chief; Chief Howard for Ray Zabron, Dog Control Officer; Ronald Maggs, Superintendent of Highways; Robert Klavoon for Andrew Reilly, Town Engineer; William Trask, Town Attorney; Mary Jo Hultquist, Town Clerk; Supervisor Nellis for Scott Henry, Zoning Code Enforcement Officer; Susan Brass, Recreation Director; Robert Pietrocarlo, Chairman Board of Assessors.  All reports are on file in the Town Clerk’s office.

            David A. Cole, Eden Fire Chief requested the Town Board add the name of Sixto “Butch” Barrera of 2021 Ferrier Road to the active roster pending physical exam and background check.

MOTION was made by Councilwoman Pew to add the name of Sixto “Butch” Barrera of 2021 Ferrier Road to the active roster of the Eden Fire Department pending physical exam and background check; seconded by Councilman Vacco; All “Ayes”; Opposed? – None; Abstain? – None; Motion carried.

            David A. Cole, Eden Fire Chief requested approval to apply for the 2006 FEMA Grant that requires 10% matching funds from the Town of Eden.  Application for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program will be available starting March 6, 2006 ending April 7, 2006.

MOTION was made by Councilwoman Pew to approve Eden Fire Department to apply for the 2006 FEMA Grant that requires 10% matching funds from the Town of Eden; seconded by Councilman Vacco; All “Ayes”; Opposed? – None; Abstain? – None; Motion carried.

            Kevin Schoenthal, East Eden Fire Chief requested the Town Board remove the name of David Corbin from the active roster of the East Eden Fire Department.

MOTION was made by Councilwoman Pew to remove the name of David Corbin from the active roster of the East Eden Fire Department; seconded by Councilman Vacco; All “Ayes”; Opposed? – None; Abstain? – None; Motion carried.

            Mary Jo Hultquist, Town Clerk reported that Governor Pataki had signed Bill #9529 on February 24, 2006 stating that any amount may be accepted for partial payments starting immediately.  The resolution had been adopted by the Eden Town Board on February 8, 2006 pending the signing of the bill by the Governor.

New and Unfinished Business:

1. Reappointment/Recreation Advisory Board

Supervisor Nellis read correspondence from Susan Brass, Recreation Director

regarding reappointment to the Recreation Advisory Board.  It was the unanimous consensus of the Recreation Board that Mr. Frank Nicotra and Mr. Michael Best be recommended for appointment to the Board for another 5-year term.

MOTION was made by Councilman Krycia to approve the reappointment of Mr. Frank Nicotra and Mr. Michael Best to another 5-year term; seconded by Councilman Vacco; All “Ayes”; Opposed? – None; Abstain? – None; Motion carried.

2. Reappointment of Chairman – Conservation Board

Supervisor Nellis received correspondence from the Eden Conservation Board

regarding reappointment of Chairman of the Eden Conservation Board.  It was the recommendation of the Conservation Board to reappoint Frank F. Mantione as Chairman for another year.

MOTION was made by Councilman Krycia to reappoint Frank F. Mantione as Chairman of the Eden Conservation Board for another year; seconded by Councilwoman Pew; All “Ayes”; Opposed? – None; Abstain? – None; Motion carried.

3. Update on Water Projects

Supervisor Nellis stated that the pumps have been delivered and installed at

the Violet Parkway Pump Station with the Erie County Water Authority and the Health Department conducting testing and flushing.  The Pump Station will provide a back up to the existing tower on Jennings Road.

            The Southwest Erie County Regional Water Project is status quo.

4. Bid Results – Motor Fuels and Related Services

Ron Maggs, Highway Superintendent stated that the bid opening had been held on

Thursday, March 2, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. in the Town Clerk’s office and one (1) bid was received from Page Harms Oil Co., Inc.  Mr. Maggs recommendation to the Town Board is to award the bid to Page Harms Oil Co. Inc.

MOTION was made by Councilman Vacco to accept the recommendation of Ron Maggs, Highway Superintendent and award the bid to Page Harms Oil Co. Inc.; seconded by Councilwoman Pew; All “Ayes”; Opposed? – None; Abstain? – None; Motion carried.

5. Energy Audit Program – Eden Town Hall

Supervisor Nellis stated that an Energy Audit had been held at the Eden Town

Hall, conducted by The New York State Energy Research on January 12, 2006 which resulted in a report prepared by NYSERDA, which is on file in the Supervisor’s office.  The report summarized savings to the Town of Eden by categories of yearly savings, estimated investment and the payback period. 

            After much discussion, Supervisor Nellis read the following resolution:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUPERVISOR GLENN R. NELLIS TO EXPEND FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL MAINTENANCE RESERVE FUND OF THE TOWN OF EDEN, SUBJECT TO PERMISSIVE REFERENDUM

            The Town Board of the Town of Eden, duly convened in regular session, does hereby resolve pursuant to the provisions of Section 6-c of the General Municipal Law of the State of New York that the Town Supervisor of the Town of Eden be and is hereby authorized and directed to transfer from the General Maintenance Reserve Fund of the Town of Eden to the Town Hall Contractual Line, Account Number A1620.4, a sum not to exceed $17,000 from said Reserve Fund to make certain energy conservation improvements as recommended by the New York State Energy $mart Energy Audit Program.

            This resolution shall be subject to a permissive referendum, as permitted by law.

MOTION was made by Councilwoman Pew to approve the resolution as presented; seconded by Councilman Vacco; All “Ayes”; Opposed? – None; Abstain? – None; Motion carried.

6. Changes in State Building Code

Supervisor Nellis requested that this item be moved to “Old Business” to be

discussed at a future Town Board Meeting.

7. Status Report – Unsafe Building at 2937 Maple Avenue

William Trask, Town Attorney stated that at the February 8, 2006 Town Board

Meeting, Scott Henry, Code Enforcement Officer was instructed by the Town Board to inspect the property at 2937 Maple Avenue and his findings were submitted in a report stating that the building was in no imminent danger at the present time.  Attorney Trask has received two (2) written reports from the Attorney for the homeowner.  The owners are still in the process with the fire loss claim with some progress.  The owners have contacted a demolition contractor who is prepared to get permits necessary to complete the demolition and Attorney Trask stated that there is a chance that everything should be settled by March 20, 2006, but that the original order states that the homeowner has until April 8, 2006 to repair or demolish the property. 

8. Monitoring the Marshes of the Eighteen Mile Creek Watershed – Volunteers Wanted

Supervisor Nellis stated that this program is being held at the 4-H Training Center

at the Niagara County fairgrounds, north of Lockport, not in Erie County.  Frank Mantione, Chairman of the Conservation Board stated that he would try to attend the orientation and training session, which may benefit monitoring of the Eighteen Mile Creek in Eden.

9. Report on National Incident Management System – Testing and Training Requirements

Robert Stickney, Disaster Coordinator stated that the Town Board adopted a

resolution in May, 2005 establishing the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as the Town of Eden standard for incident management.  Mr. Stickney stated that the National Incident Management System-related training is one of the important elements that state, tribal and local entities must complete during Fiscal Year  (October 1, 2005 – September 30, 2006) to become fully compliant with the NIMS.  Jurisdictions are required to meet the FY06 NIMS requirements as a condition of receiving federal preparedness funding assistance in FY 2007.

            Mr. Stickney stated that all emergency personnel must complete the course by August 15, 2006, but that he would prefer to have all courses completed by July 15, 2006.  There is a 12-hour course provided by Erie County, a schedule has not yet been provided, or it is available on-line.

Councilwoman Pew thanked Mr. Stickney for bringing the information to the Town

Board.

Supervisor’s Report:

            Supervisor Nellis stated that Adelphia has requested the renewal of the cable franchise.  Councilwoman Pew, Chairman of the Technology Committee has agreed to review the franchise with the guidance of the Technology Committee and the Town Attorney.

            Supervisor Nellis also stated that NFTA has been very receptive as talks continue to have bus service from Hamburg, through Eden, North Collins, and Collins and to the Corrections Facility in Collins.  County Legislator Bob Reynolds and a representative from Congressman Higgins office have been involved in the discussions.

Hearing of Visitors:

            Ruth Szalasny, 3048 Belknap Road

            Steve Pivowar – 8257 East Eden Road

            Glenn Rice – 8176 East Eden Road

            Lawrence Howie – 2921 Maple Avenue

Adjournment:

MOTION was made by Councilman  to adjourn the Regular Meeting of the Eden Town Board; seconded by Councilman ; All – “Ayes”; Opposed? – None; Abstain? – None; Motion carried.

            Supervisor Nellis adjourned the Regular Meeting of the Eden Town Board at 8:48 P.M.

Respectfully submitted by,

Mary Jo Hultquist

Town Clerk