ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
JANUARY 3, 2000
The January 3, 2000 Organizational Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 4:30 p.m. by Gail M. Hughey. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Hastings and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Terry Horgan, Chairman of SCIDA, said that he has researched the SCIDA appointments and has discovered that the appointments became confused when Tom Gifford was appointed to the SCIDA board as a private citizen from 1997 to 1999. When Mr. Gifford was elected as a Legislator in 1998, he resigned from the SCIDA board and Phil Jacobus was appointed to fill the remainder of Mr. Gifford’s term. Dirk Stephens was appointed from 1/1/97 until 12/31/99, however, he resigned effective 12/31/98 and Carl Taber was appointed to fulfill this term. Terry reported unusual circumstances during 1998 because Bob Kelchner resigned to take over for Five Lakes Development and Barb Halpin appointed herself to fill in for that term. At this time, there are three vacancies on the SCIDA board. There are two vacancies for a three-year term, and a replacement is needed for Terry Horgan’s term that will end 12/31/01.
The Honorable J.C. Argetsinger administered the Oath of Office to all Legislators. Judge Argetsinger noted how important public service is and most of the time is with little regard except personal satisfaction of a job well done. He commented on the important decisions that are before the Legislature.
Gail M. Hughey, acting as Temporary Chairman, asked for nominations from the floor for Chairman to the Schuyler County Legislature for the year 2000. Legislator Glenn R. Larison nominated Legislator Thomas M. Gifford, seconded by Legislator Jerold D. Marvel. There being no further nominations, Mrs. Hughey asked for a motion to close the nominations.
RESOLUTION NO. 1 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: CLOSE NOMINATIONS - 2000 CHAIRPERSON OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the nominations for the 2000 Chairperson of the Schuyler County Legislature be closed.
VOTE: Passed 7-0. Abstention: Gifford.
RESOLUTION NO. 2 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius.
RE: APPOINTMENT - CHAIR, SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE - 2000
BE IT RESOLVED, that Thomas M. Gifford be Chairperson of the Schuyler County Legislature for the year 2000.
VOTE: Passed 7-0. Abstention: Gifford.
RESOLUTION NO. 3 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPOINTMENT - CLERK TO THE LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that Gail M. Hughey be appointed Clerk of the Legislature for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 4 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPOINTMENT - DEPUTY CLERK TO THE LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature acknowledges the appointment by Clerk of the Legislature, Gail M. Hughey of Stacy B. Husted as Deputy Clerk of the Legislature for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 5 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: "CONTINUITY
OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT" FOR 2000
BE IT RESOLVED, that the duly authorized vice-chairman successors for "Continuity of Local Government", as prescribed by Schuyler County Local Law No. 1-1972, be adopted for the year 2000, as follows:
Chairman
Thomas M. Gifford
#1 Vice-Chairman
Patricia L. Hastings
#2 Vice-Chairman
Ruth S. Young
#3 Vice-Chairman
Doris L. Karius
#4 Vice-Chairman
Delmar F. Bleiler, Jr.
#5 Vice-Chairman
Glenn R. Larison
#6 Vice-Chairman
Jerold D. Marvel
#7 Vice-Chairman
Sharon S. Bingell
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 6 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: DESIGNATION OF LEGAL COUNTY NEWSPAPER
BE IT RESOLVED, that The Watkins Review & Express weekly newspaper within Schuyler County, be designated as the legal County paper to publish resolutions, election notices, official canvass and other notices.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 7 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: DESIGNATION OF DEPOSITORIES FOR SCHUYLER COUNTY FUNDS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Depositories for Schuyler County funds be the following banks and for the following amounts:
FLEET BANK, N.A.
Watkins Glen Office
401 N. Franklin Street
Watkins Glen, NY 14891 $4,000,000.00
HSBC
Watkins Glen Office
Franklin at Eight Street
Watkins Glen, NY 14891 $4,000,000.00
CHEMUNG CANAL TRUST COMPANY
Montour Falls or Watkins
Glen Office
303 W. Main Street
Montour Falls, NY 14865 $4,000,000.00
TOMPKINS COUNTY TRUST
COMPANY
Main Street
Odessa, NY 14869 $4,000,000.00
BATH NATIONAL BANK
So. Franklin Street
P&C Plaza
Watkins Glen, NY 14891 $4,000,000.00
VOTE: Passed 7-0. Abstention: Gifford.
RESOLUTION NO. 8 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: CONFORM TO "RULES OF PROCEDURE"
BE IT RESOLVED, that the "Rules of Procedure", as adopted on January 13, 1992 to be effective January 13, 1992, and as amended, be conformed to.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 9 Motion by Young, Second by Larison.
RE: APPOINTMENT - SCHUYLER COUNTY ATTORNEY – 2000-2003
BE IT RESOLVED, that James P. Coleman be appointed County Attorney for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 10 Motion by Young, Second by Larison.
RE: APPOINTMENT - ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY – 2000-2003
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature acknowledges the appointment by County Attorney, James P. Coleman of Dennis J. Morris as Assistant County Attorney for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 11 Motion by Young, Second by Larison.
RE: APPOINTMENT - CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY TO COUNTY ATTORNEY – 2000-2003
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature acknowledges the appointment pursuant to County Law Section 501-5 by County Attorney, James P. Coleman of Barbara Klemann as Confidential Secretary to the County Attorney for the period commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 12A Motion by Bleiler, Second by Larison.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 12-2000 TO INCREASE THE STIPEND OF THE BUDGET OFFICER
BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 12-2000 be amended to increase the stipend for the Budget Officer for the Year 2000 by $1,000 for a total of $2,000.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler thought the Budget Officer’s stipend would be increased by $1,000 each year for the next three years. He stated that the Legislature agreed to search for and hire an administrator whose job duties included the budget, however, the responsibility is still going to lie with the Treasurer even if the County Administrator takes over.
VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Hastings and Karius.
RESOLUTION NO. 12 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel.
RE: APPOINTMENT
- BUDGET OFFICER FOR 2000 – AS AMENDED
BE IT RESOLVED, that Nancy A. Peters be appointed Budget Officer for the year 2000 with a stipend of $2,000.
VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Hastings and Karius.
RESOLUTION NO. 13 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel.
RE: APPOINTMENT - COUNTY AUDITOR FOR 2000 AND 2001
BE IT RESOLVED, that Gail M. Hughey be appointed County Auditor for a two-year term commencing January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 14 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel.
RE: APPOINTMENT - CHIEF VOTING MACHINE CUSTODIAN
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby acknowledges the appointment by the Elections Commissioners of David A. Stamp as the County's Chief Voting Machine Custodian for the year 2000.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 15 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: APPOINTMENT - CHIEF CORONER FOR 2000
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature, upon the recommendation of the elected coroners, acknowledges and accepts the appointment of Blanche Borzell, M.D. as Chief Coroner for the year 2000, at an additional stipend of $1,000 for administrative duties to be paid quarterly at the rate of $250.00 per quarter.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 16 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: APPOINTMENT - SCHUYLER COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER
BE IT RESOLVED, that James E. Halpin be appointed Public Defender for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 17 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: APPOINTMENT – COUNTY HISTORIAN
BE IT RESOLVED, that Barbara Bell be appointed as County Historian for the year 2000.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 18 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPOINTMENT – DEPUTY COUNTY TREASURER – 2000-2003
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature acknowledges the appointment by Nancy A. Peters, County Treasurer, of Patricia Bilinski as Deputy County Treasurer for a four-year term commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2003. (Term of County Treasurer).
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young thanked the Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer for an outstanding job in the last budget year and noted that they have been a fantastic support to the Legislature.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 19 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: SCHEDULE OF SALARIES FOR 2000
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schedule of Salaries for 2000, as attached hereto, be adopted, effective January 1, 2000, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized and directed to pay the County employees according to the 2000 Salary Schedule.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 20A Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 20-2000
- FAILED
BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 20-2000 be amended to appoint Carl Taber and Phil Jacobus for terms commencing January 1, 2000 and ending December 31, 2002, and to further appoint Thomas Ryan to fill the vacant term of Terence Horgan effective January 1, 2000 and ending December 31, 2001.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings encouraged the Legislators to adhere to the past practice of the Legislature and approve the three applications that were forwarded to them from SCIDA (Carl Taber, Phil Jacobus and Tom Ryan). She also requested that Carl Taber and Phil Jacobus be appointed for the three-year terms and Tom Ryan to replace Terry Horgan’s term.
Legislator Young asked the Chairman who he recommends be appointed to the IDA. Chairman Gifford recommended Carl Taber, Daryl Slusser, and John Prendergast.
Legislator Larison feels that the Legislature should follow the rules that are in the Legislative package and that the Industrial Development Agency and the Chairman select the individuals.
Legislator Marvel said he did some research and came across an unsigned, draft letter from David Merriweather to then-Chairman Angeline Franzese dated in 1994 which outlined the process for selecting members to the IDA. He was unable to find any relative information in the 1994 minutes for April or May. Nowhere is it written that this letter was approved by the SCIDA board, nor is there evidence that the Legislature followed through on their recommendations. The SCIDA board and Legislature have been following this procedure for the last 5 years. He recommends that the Legislature follow this practice again this year with the three names that were received from SCIDA and then clean up the legislative process before the next appointment. Legislator Marvel is not in agreement with the applications being submitted by the IDA’s deadline, he feels that the County should accept applications up until the Legislature makes an appointment.
Legislator Young commented that there is nothing in SCIDA’s bylaws stating the recommendations come from them, it is a Legislative appointment. Legislator Marvel stated SCIDA’s intent was to include the letter in their bylaws, however, that never happened. Legislator Bleiler will go along with what the Chairman has selected and that is why he is not supporting the resolution.
VOTE: Failed 3-5. Noes: Young, Bleiler, Larison, Bingell, and Gifford.
RESOLUTION NO. 20 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPOINTMENTS - SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (SCIDA)
BE IT RESOLVED, that Carl Taber and Daryl Slusser be appointed to the Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency for the term January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2002, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that John Prendergast be appointed to the Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency to fill the vacated term of Terence Horgan commencing January 1, 2000 and terminating December 31, 2001, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the original Certificates of Appointment be forwarded to the Department of State (Division of Miscellaneous Records) for filing.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
NEW BUSINESS: None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Legislator Bleiler discussed meeting dates for the future. He would like to consolidate the meetings and have one week of the month open. He would also like to submit his goals for everyone to think about.
Legislator Young would like to see Terry Horgan part of the process for clarifying the IDA bylaws.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
The meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m.
Gail M. Hughey,
Clerk
Robin D.
Thoman, Acting Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 10, 2000
The January 10, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:33 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Young and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer questioned the resolution halting the County Administrator. He asked why a feasibility study was never done if, for the last nine years the Legislature has studied the issue.
Tom Ryan stated that he has attended these meetings longer than most Legislators that are currently present. Since the Local Law has been passed creating the County Administrator position, he has heard Legislators ask when they were going to study this issue. The citizens do not know if it is going to be a benefit to them or not. There is a court case coming up in March on this issue. If a county administrator is hired now and put on the payroll at $60,000 plus fringe benefits, minus the $6,000 that is being used to interview applicants, and the Legislature does not receive the right adjudication from the courts, that administrator could bring a suit against the Legislature for a breach of contract. He urged the Legislature not to spend money foolishly.
Casey Creamer complained of an incident involving the Sheriff’s Department. He had called the Sheriff’s Department to report a strange acting skunk, after having read an article urging citizens to do so. The dispatcher that answered the call responded by stating he was not interested. Mr. Creamer felt that response was inappropriate. Legislator Hastings, Chairman of the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee, told Mr. Creamer that she would look into his concern.
Mr. Creamer stated that sometime before the first of the year, he sent a message to Chairman Gifford through e-mail and he has not received an answer yet. Chairman Gifford stated he would respond as soon as he has the answers.
7:00 P.M. – PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 4 OF 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF 2000: Casey Creamer feels that all Legislator’s salaries are ridiculously low including the Chairman. He questions the wisdom of it.
7:15 P.M. – PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5 OF 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 2000: Casey Creamer stated that it was not all that long ago that the Commissioner of Social Services was making less than $20,000 a year after being employed for over 20 years. He feels the Legislature is making some progress.
Tom Ryan asked if the District Attorney’s secretary was part-time and the others were full-time. Chairman Gifford replied that was correct.
7:20 P.M. – PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 6 OF 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF 2000: Tom Ryan asked if there were any increases in these salaries. Chairman Gifford stated that the District Attorney’s salary was increased from $33,000 to $40,000 and the Assistant District Attorney’s salary was increased from $20,000 to $22,500.
RESOLUTION NO. 21 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 6, 1999 PUBLIC HEARING AND DECEMBER 13, 1999 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the December 6, 1999 Public Hearing and December 13, 1999 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 22 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH STATE OF NEW YORK FOR HOUSING OF STATE-READY INMATES - SHERIFF=S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Jail is interested in receiving the maximum reimbursement for the housing of state-ready inmates, and
WHEREAS, monies are becoming available for counties to contract with the State of New York to house state-ready inmates, up to $100 per day based on expenses.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into an ongoing contract with the State of New York for the housing of state-ready inmates, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 23 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF THE YEAR 2000 - SETTING THE SALARY FOR THE CHAIRMAN OF THE LEGISLATURE FOR THE YEAR 2000
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law setting the salary for the Chairman of the Legislature for the Year 2000 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held January 10, 2000, and
WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 4 of the Year 1999/Local Law No. 1 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 4 of the year 1999/Local Law No. 1 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper.
LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF THE
YEAR 2000
A Local Law Setting the Salary for the Chairman of the Legislature for the Year 2000.
Section 1. LEGISLATIVE INTENT
This Local Law in enacted pursuant to Sections 200 and 201 of the County Law for the purpose of setting the salary for the Chairman of the Legislature for the Year 2000.
Section 2. OFFICIALS/SALARIES
Effective with the first County payroll for fiscal year 2000, the annual salary of the Chairman of the Legislature will be $5,000.
Section 3. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the Secretary of State.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Bingell feels that the Chairman should be worth more than $5,000. Legislator Larison stated that the Legislators work cheap enough and for the Chairman to work for less than the rest is ridiculous. Legislator Karius feels that if Chairman Gifford is in support of this, no one else should complain. Legislator Hastings stated that in this County, some of the Legislators work almost as hard as the Chairman does at doing their job and are certainly underpaid. She has always been under the impression that the Legislators run for office to fulfill their civic duty. Money or salary does not come into the picture. If an administrator comes on board, it will alleviate a lot of work for the Chairman.
VOTE: Passed 6-2. Noes: Young, Larison.
RESOLUTION NO. 24 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 2000 SETTING THE SALARY OF CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 2000
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law setting the salaries of certain public officers for the year 2000 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held January 10, 1999, and
WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 4 of the year 1999/Local Law No. 2 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 5 of the year 1999/Local Law No. 4 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper.
LOCAL LAW NO. 4 OF THE
YEAR 2000
A Local Law Setting the Salaries of Certain Public Officers for the year 2000.
Be it enacted by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows:
1. Effective within 45 days hereof, the salaries of the public officers listed below shall be in the amounts herein stated beginning retroactive to January 1, 2000.
2. The following public officers are subject to the provision hereof:
Personnel Officer $37,343
Deputy County Clerk $24,625
Secretary to the District Attorney $11.96
(18,097)
Real Property Tax Agency Director $35,743
Commissioner of Social Services $45,760
County Highway Superintendent $41,184
Deputy County Highway Superintendent $37,370
Undersheriff $40,715
3. This Local Law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with County Law Section 201 and Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 25 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 1 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF 1997 - SETTING SALARIES OF THE SHERIFF AND THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY
WHEREAS, Local Law No. 3 of 1997 set the salaries for the Sheriff and District Attorney for the Years 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001, and
WHEREAS, Local Law No. 4 of 1998 set the salaries for the Sheriff and District Attorney for the Year 1999 only, at higher salaries than set forth in Local Law No. 3 of 1997, and
WHEREAS, Local Law No. 3 of 1997 needs to be amended to conform the salary prospectively set for 2000 and beyond with that actually to be paid.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 1 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on February 14, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY.
LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 1
OF THE YEAR 2000
A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 3 of 1997 setting the salaries of the Sheriff and the District Attorney.
Section 2. OFFICIALS/SALARIES
Effective with the first County payroll for fiscal years 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001 the annual salaries of the following officials are hereby established, to wit:
TITLE 1998 SALARY 1999 SALARY 2000 SALARY 2001 SALARY
Chairman of Legislature $10,000 $10,000
Legislators 5,000 5,000
Sheriff 47,000
48,175 48,175 48,175
County Clerk 34,000
34,000 34,000 34,000
District Attorney 32,000
34,700 40,000 40,000
Section 3. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the
Secretary of State.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 26 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 6 OF THE YEAR 1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 2000 SETTING THE SALARY OF CERTAIN PUBLIC OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 2000
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law setting the salaries of certain public officers for the year 2000 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held January 10, 1999, and
WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 6 of the year 1999/Local Law No. 5 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 6 of the year 1999/Local Law No. 5 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper.
LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 6 OF THE YEAR
1999/LOCAL LAW NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 2000
A Local Law Setting the Salaries of Certain Public Officers for the year 2000.
Be it enacted by the Legislature of the County of Schuyler as follows:
1. Effective within 45 days hereof, the salaries of the public officers listed below shall be in the amounts herein stated retroactive to January 1, 2000.
2. The following public officers are subject to the provision hereof:
District Attorney $40,000
Assistant District Attorney $22,500
3. This Local Law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with County Law Section 201 and Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 27A Motion by Larison, Second by Young.
RE: AMEND
RESOLUTION NO. 27-2000 - FAILED
BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 27-2000 be amended to change the salary of the Chairman from $5,000 to $10,000.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Larison does not agree with the salary. He feels that they should continue with the salary of $10,000 for Chairman.
Legislator Bleiler is concerned about the 30-day waiting period and asked Attorney Coleman what would happen if they changed the salary. Attorney Coleman stated the issue can be discussed since they are now within a term. County Law Section 201 would require this amendment to wait 45 days in the event of a permissive referendum. If the Legislature votes in favor of this amendment, the 45-day rule is in effect. Legislator Bleiler agrees that the salary should not be lowered, however, this has been discussed many times. The Chairman accepts this, and he is going to support the resolution as it is and not initiate the 45-day permissive referendum period.
VOTE: Failed 2-6. Noes: Karius, Bleiler, Marvel, Bingell, Hastings and Gifford.
RESOLUTION NO. 27 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 2 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF 1999 - SETTING THE SALARY OF THE CHAIRMAN
WHEREAS, Local Law No. 1 of 1999 set the salary for the Chairman for the Years 2000 and 2001, and
WHEREAS, Local Law No. 1 of 2000 set the salary for the Chairman for the Year 2000 only, at a lower salary than set forth in Local Law No. 1 of 1999, and
WHEREAS, Local Law No. 1 of 1999 needs to be amended to conform the salary prospectively set for 2000 and beyond with that actually to be paid.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 2 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on February 14, 2000 at 7:15 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY.
LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 2
OF THE YEAR 2000
A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 1 of 1999 setting the salary of the Chairman.
Section 2. OFFICIALS/SALARIES
Effective with the first County payroll for fiscal years 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 the annual salaries of the following officials are hereby established, to wit:
TITLE 2000
SALARY 2001 SALARY 2002 SALARY 2003 SALARY
Chairman of Legislature $
5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000
Legislators $
5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000
County Treasurer $37,000 $38,000 $39,000 $40,000
Section 3. EFFECTIVE
DATE
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the
Secretary of State.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 28 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE HIRING OF TEMPORARY CIVIL SERVICE CLERK – CIVIL SERVICE/PERSONNEL
WHEREAS, the Civil Service Clerk has been on medical leave since December 21, 1999, and there is a need to fill this position temporarily, and
WHEREAS, hiring for this temporary position will not be done until the Civil Service Clerk begins unpaid medical leave, thereby making funds available in account no. 1430.0100 to pay for said temporary position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Personnel Officer be authorized to hire a temporary Civil Service Clerk at the rate of $11.05 per hour for the duration of the leave of absence of the full-time Civil Service Clerk.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 29 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN OF THE LEGISLATURE TO SIGN RECORDS MANAGEMENT GRANT APPLICATION FORM AND ALL RELATIVE REPORTS 2000-2001
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the LGRMIF grant application form, and all related form(s) and reports subject, if necessary, to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney. The grant application is for MICROFILMING. The funds will be appropriated for Records Management to microfilm the proceedings of the Legislature and committee minutes and payroll records of the Treasurer’s Office. The amount of the grant is not to exceed $75,000.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 30 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE GRANT APPLICATION AND RELATED DOCUMENTS FOR NEW YORK STATE ARCHIVE AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION LOCAL GOVERNMENT RECORDS MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS - GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has several departments and works closely with agencies that are currently using GIS systems, seeking to expand their systems, or considering development of such systems, and
WHEREAS, New York State has funds available through the Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund which would allow the county to hire a consultant to perform a GIS Needs Assessment, and
WHEREAS a Needs Assessment will provide the County with the tools to maximize the use of information maintained within and between County Departments, and to develop strategic implementation strategies for the short and long term goals of a sustainable GIS, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County, as grantee for this project, will solicit the involvement of the Schuyler County Soil and Water Conservation District, Schuyler County Real Property Tax Agency and Schuyler County Planning and Community Development Educator, to assist with implementation of this project, and
WHEREAS, the County recognizes the benefits of the GIS as an important decision-making and data-management tool.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign any and all documents related to the New York State Archive and Records Administration Local Government Records Management Improvement Grant for a Geographical Information System Needs Assessment as described above, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked if SCOPED was also working on a GIS grant. Chairman Gifford stated this is the grant that SCOPED is working on. Brian Williams stated this grant would be for a needs analysis for Schuyler County as well as all municipalities and SCOPED.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 31 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN 2000 APPROPRIATIONS AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS – CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee that the 2000 appropriation for the Chamber of Commerce be increased by $5,000, in order for them to meet the increase demand on their office, and to become more of a business promotion agency than just a tourism promotion agency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $5,000 from Contingency Account No. 1990.5 to Publicity account no. 6410.558-Chamber of Commerce, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a contract with the Chamber of Commerce for the year 2000 for tourism/business promotion and related activities in the amount of $40,000; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked what it means to be a business promotion agent. It is her impression that is what SCOPED is doing. Chairman Gifford replied that SCOPED is an economic development agency.
Legislator Marvel reported a business promotion agent promotes businesses that are already in business and solicits new businesses into the area. The Chamber needs this money to get out and try to find new businesses in order to bring more sales tax into the county.
Legislator Young asked about the recent increase in the room tax for Bed and Breakfast establishments. Legislator Marvel stated, by law, that money is only to be used for tourism. Only a 5% administrative fee goes to the county.
Legislator Young asked if there were matching funds from the state. As Legislator Marvel understands it, the only way to get matching funds is through a tourism promotion agency.
Legislator Hastings stated there is a greater need for the Chamber to have more funds. Their responsibilities have grown and although they have used some of the money from the County for matching funds in the past, hopefully this year they will not have to.
Legislator Larison finds it strange that they are going to do this for an outside agency when they are trying to get more help for county departments and have not been able to do that. Legislator Marvel replied that if the Legislature looks at what the Chamber does for this County, what they bring in to the County, and look at the sales tax side of it, they need to be looked at differently.
VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Larison.
RESOLUTION NO. 32 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE REVIEW PROCESS FOR ISSUANCE OF FUNDS UNDER THE SMALL CITIES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has received a Small Cities Community Development Block Grant of $600,000 for housing rehabilitation on behalf of the Towns of Tyrone, Catharine and Hector, and
WHEREAS, the guidelines of the grant require the county shall act as a flow-through for all bills and grant monies. It is understood that grant funds are to be made available by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee that there be a review process for payment of funds under this program, and
WHEREAS, Bishop Sheen will prepare all vouchers for payment, ensuring all necessary documentation is in place prior to submission to the county for payment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature direct the County Auditor and County Treasurer review and approve all documentation submitted by Bishop Sheen to the County for payment under the Small Cities Community Development Block Grant.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 33 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE SUBMISSION OF SCHUYLER COUNTY APPLICATIONS FOR THE HOME PROGRAM AND SENIOR SURVEY UNDER FY99 HUD FUNDING BY BISHOP SHEEN ECUMENICAL HOUSING
WHEREAS, since Schuyler County has qualified for a Small Cities Community Development Block Grant of $600,000 for housing rehabilitation, the County has increased opportunities to apply for additional grant funding, and
WHEREAS, HUD provides, through the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR), grants via the HOME Program, a program for moderate rehabilitation of owner-occupied homes with a potential to serve the entire county, and
WHEREAS, HUD also provides funding for seniors’ housing needs and the Schuyler County Office for the Aging is willing to be a lead agent on this survey, and
WHEREAS, Bishop Sheen has the staffing and expertise to apply for these funds on behalf of Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, there is a tremendous need in Schuyler County, for both the HOME Program and Senior Survey.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing to apply for funds through the HOME Program and Senior Survey on behalf of Schuyler County, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be hereby authorized to execute any documents necessary to effectuate the County’s applications as described above.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 34 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler.
RE: AUTHORIZE ESTABLISHMENT OF ACCOUNT IN ANTICIPATION OF RECEIVING FUNDS UNDER THE EDGE EDUCATION FOR GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT GRANT – SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services’ employment unit has applied for and anticipates receiving funds under the EDGE Education for Gainful Employment initiative in the amount of $15,000, and
WHEREAS, the Department expects to receive notification of approval in January, and
WHEREAS, to avoid delay in accessing these funds the Department would like to establish an appropriate account, and
WHEREAS, the funds will flow from New York State through SCT BOCES incurring a 10% administrative cost.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to establish the following accounts:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
$13,524 6010.591 EDGE
$13,524 6010-4610 Federal Aid – Administration
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 35 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler.
RE: AUTHORIZE SEASONAL RATES FOR MARINA
WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee of this Legislature has approved and submitted to this Legislature Schamel Brothers' proposed Rate Schedule for its consideration and approval, and
WHEREAS, this Legislature has considered and concurs with the Public Works Committee's recommendation to accept the proposed rates.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby approves the following as the Village Marina's 2000 Seasonal Rate Schedule for its 145 available slips:
2000 RATES
DOCK WIDTH AMT
PER FOOT MINIMUM WATER & ELECTRICITY
8' wide $28.00 $850.00 $100.00
10' wide
29.00 850.00 100.00
12' wide
30.00 850.00 100.00
14' wide
31.00 900.00 100.00
16' wide
32.00 900.00 100.00
20 amp Service $100.00
30 amp Service $150.00
Dry Docking w/unlimited use of launch ramp $400.00
2000 TRANSIENT DOCK
NO. ELECT. W/30
AMP HOOK-UP
Per hour $ 2.00 ----
Per day 25.00 $ 30.00
Per week 120.00
138.00
Per month 450.00 500.00
LAUNCHING RAMP FEES
$4.00 per Launch - tenants free
$35.00 October 31 - March 1st w/unlimited use
TRUCK CRANE
Seasonal Tenants $60.00 each time plus tax
Non-Tenants $70.00 each time plus tax
WINTER STORAGE RATES
AT THE DOCK: $15.00 per foot
(use of bubbler system is allowed with electrical charges billed additionally)
ON LAND: $8.00 per foot
HAULING OUT: $3.50 per foot
each way
PUMP OUT: $3.00 per pump for
tenants; $4.00 per pump for non-tenants
TRAILER/CRADLE FEE: Minimum of
$25.00 includes handling and storage
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 36 Motion by Larison, Second by Bleiler.
RE: AUTHORIZE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH YOUTH BUREAU FOR 2000 – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Youth Bureau is interested in renting the large suite on the top floor of the Rural Urban Center, and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee has agreed to the annual rental fee of $7,992 for this suite.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the aforementioned lease agreement for the year 2000, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 37 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT OF PURCHASING AGENT
WHEREAS, effective January 17, 2000 the position of Purchasing Agent will be vacant, and
WHEREAS, a vacancy in this position would severely affect the operations of the departments and the cost of materials/supplies to the county, and
WHEREAS, it is desirable to have the new person work with the current Purchasing Agent for one week prior to his departure for training purposes and Civil Service Law permits a training position up to two weeks without creating a new position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Lisa Bennett be appointed as Purchasing Agent at an annual salary of $26,000 for the term January 17, 2000 through December 31, 2003, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the qualified applicant work in the position of Purchasing Agent Trainee for the period January 10-14, 2000 at the aforementioned salary for training purposes.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings feels Lisa Bennett will do a marvelous job, however, she questioned whether they were required by law to advertise the job. Doris Craig, Personnel Officer, stated they do not if they promote from within the County.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 38 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE ESTABLISHMENT OF ACCOUNT FOR THE BUILDING INDEPENDENCE FOR THE LONG TERM (BILT) GRANT – SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has applied for and been awarded a $60,000 grant under the BILT (Building Independence for the Long Term) initiative through the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, and
WHEREAS, the Department intends to use these funds to provide enhanced case management and supportive services to improve our clients’ ability to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency through employment, and
WHEREAS, these services will be provided through a combination of purchase of service agreements with existing service providers, additional hours of paid time for department staff willing to accept assignment to this special project beyond their normal work hours, and the establishment of a network of volunteer mentors to allow the project to continue beyond the grant funded period.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to establish the following accounts to facilitate the implementation of the BILT grant by increasing appropriations and revenues as follows:
AMOUNT ACCOUNT NO. DESCRIPTION
$16,500 6010.131 Personal
Service – Overtime
$ 6,000 6010.135 Personal
Service – On Call
$30,000 6010.312 BILT
Contractual
$ 7,500 Various Fringe
Benefits
$60,000 6010-4610 Federal Aid –
Administration
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 39 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – AGRICULTURE AND FARMLAND PROTECTION BOARD
BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of the following individuals to the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board for the terms as set forth below:
Rory Miller Farmer representative 1/1/00 – 12/31/03
Wendell Learn Farmer representative 1/1/00 – 12/31/03
Ben Dickens Farm Bureau representative 1/1/00 – 12/31/03
Delmar Bleiler Legislator 1/1/00 – 12/31/01
Doris Karius Legislator 1/1/00 –
12/31/01
Tim Cullenen Director of Planning Ex-Officio
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 40 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – AUDITING COMMITTEE
BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of the following individuals to the Auditing Committee for the terms as set forth below:
Patricia L. Hastings 1/1/00 – 12/31/02
Jerold D. Marvel 1/1/00 – 12/31/02
Sharon S. Bingell 1/1/00 – 12/31/03
Delmar F. Bleiler 1/1/00 – 12/31/01
Thomas M. Gifford 1/1/00 – 12/31/02
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 41 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE TWO-YEAR APPOINTMENTS
BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of the following individuals to the below boards, committees, agencies, for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001, to wit:
BARGAINING UNIT COMMITTEES
Thomas M. Gifford Chairman
of the Legislature
Delmar F. Bleiler Chairman,
Management & Finance Committee
Glenn R. Larison Chairman,
Public Works Committee
Patricia L. Hastings Chair,
Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee
Gail M. Hughey Clerk
of the Legislature
Doris J. Craig Personnel
Officer
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
Jerold D. Marvel
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE
Glenn R. Larison
ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
Amelia Cornish Town
of Montour
George Bulin Town
of Reading
Ellen Dickinson Trumansburg
Central School
Andy Clark Watkins
Glen Central School
Rick Matthews Odessa-Montour
Central School
Ruth S. Young Legislature
FINGER LAKES
ASSOCIATION
Jerold D. Marvel
FISH AND
WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT BOARD
Wayne
Dimmick Sportsman
Glenn
R. Larison Legislator
Delmar
F. Bleiler Legislator
Alternate
HISTORICAL
SOCIETY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Doris L. Karius
LAW LIBRARY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Delmar F. Bleiler
HUMAN SERVICES
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ruth S.Young
OFFICE FOR THE
AGING ADVISORY COUNCIL
Sharon
S. Bingell Legislator
Thomas
M. Gifford Chairman
of the Legislature
PLANNING COMMISSION
Lou Dickinson Town
of Cayuta
Walter
Andrews Town
of Orange
Harry
Morgan Town
of Reading
Patricia
Lisk Village
of Odessa
Stephen
Miller Industry
QUEEN CATHARINE
STEERING COMMITTEE
Ruth S. Young
RSVP ADVISORY COUNCIL
Ruth S. Young
SCHUYLER
HEADSTART BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ruth S. Young
SOUTHERN TIER
CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD
Thomas
M. Gifford Legislature
Ruth
S. Young Legislature
Jerold
D. Marvel Legislature
Charles
Fausold Planning
Charles
Franzese Regional
Environmental Rep.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 42 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE ONE-YEAR APPOINTMENTS
BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of the following
individuals to the below boards, committees, agencies, for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000, to wit:
CHILD CARE
COORDINATING COUNCIL
Ruth S. Young
FIRE SAFETY ADVISORY BOARD
Mike McClernon/Time Hudson – Beaver
Dams
Jason Kelly/Curt Connelly – Burdett
Richard Robertson/William Ward – Mecklenburg
Ron Ames, Jr./Larry States – Monterey
Paul Cartwright/Mike Barr – Montour Falls
Robert Franklin/Todd Thoman – Odessa
Eric Anderson/Al Buckland – Tyrone
Tim Wickham/Mike Hicks – Valois-Logan-Hector
Kirk Smith/Jim Specchio – Watkins Glen
Patricia L. Hastings, Legislator
SCOPED BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
Jerold D. Marvel
Thomas M. Gifford
SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION
DISTRICT
Doris L. Karius
Glenn R. Larison
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 43 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – FOREST PRACTICE BOARD
BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of the following individuals to the Forest Practice Board for the terms as set forth below:
Brian Knox 1/1/00
– 12/31/02
Glenn R. Larison 1/1/00 –
12/31/01
VOTE: Passed 7-0. Abstention: Larison.
RESOLUTION NO. 44 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD
BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of Sharon S. Bingell to the Health Services Advisory Board for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2003.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 45 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD
BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the appointment of Paul Titus, Anthony Fraboni and Juan Rey to the Workforce Development Board for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2003.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 46 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 15-98/APPOINTMENTS – SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 15-98 erroneously appointed Carl Taber to a three-year term, when in fact it should have been for a two-year term.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 15-98 be amended to reflect Carl Taber’s appointment ending December 31, 1999.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 47 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: RESOLUTION
HALTING COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR HIRING AND AUTHORIZE PROCEEDING WITH FEASIBILITY
STUDY - FAILED
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature stop and desist from hiring a County Administrator until such a time as a financial feasibility study has been done which would indicate that such a position would indeed be the best answer to improve the county’s management, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a professional study be done to investigate the county’s organizational needs and present alternatives to remedy them.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler thinks that a study is needed. When he was elected in 1997, he was told that this all was studied, however, this study has never been found. He has always maintained that they should have this information to benefit the County.
Legislator Hastings apologized that this information is not available to Legislator Bleiler. She understands the Clerk provided copies of the CGR Report to all Legislators. She further reported the League of Women Voters and Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board have studied the issue. The committee at that time worked diligently studying many different programs/situations. There were many public informational meetings that included taxpayers of the county, CEOs, CPAs, bank workers, administrators, etc. There has been a tremendous amount of work done in the past. To do another study, after just finishing a study, and considering that much of what was suggested through that report has not been considered yet, would be a waste of resources. In the CGR report there was a reference to a county administration, it has reached a point where the County either does it or does not do it. She realizes that Legislators make commitments to their constituents and she feels that this is just one more ploy to stall. For the County to spend $20,000 on another study is ridiculous. If this Legislature cares about this County at all, it must go forward. She is hoping that they all see clear that this is what the County needs and work with the individual to see this County go where it needs to go.
Legislator Larison stated it was not a little group of people that voted against it four years ago. This Legislature said that they would do a study last year, and that has not been done. There are thirteen counties that do not have an administrator, and they have larger budgets than Schuyler County. He does not know what the studies have shown and he still has questions. This does not mean he is against it, he just is not sure. He feels that a professional study needs to be done, like the Legislature agreed last February. Then it can stand or fall based on the study.
Legislator Karius replied that the Legislature has really become the comedy of errors. There are a lot of people who agree that the county needs an administrator. The Farm Bureau is in support of it. She has had a lot of people stop in her office and express support for the position.
Legislator Bingell feels a professional study is needed to find out what the special strengths and weaknesses are. She has spoken with a lot of people in the County and everyone has an idea of what the administrator should do. If a study says that an administrator would be the best for this County, she would support it heart and soul.
Legislator Marvel is familiar with a great deal of the studies that Legislator Hastings has spoken about. A lot of professional organizations have recommended that the county have a County Administrator. Having been a small business owner and struggling to make the business grow, he knows from experience someone is needed to ask questions and head it up. He is not in favor of further study.
Legislator Young commented this has been a long and tedious process and unfortunately there is probably no good solution yet. She feels the best possible solution would be to bring in an expert for a cost benefit analysis to see what the position should look like. With all due respect to the committee that put together the job description, she has yet to see an administrator that feels the world would be better without another administrator. Steuben County has an administrator and they still do not have 911. The City of Corning has a manager and they have a sewer system that is out of control. She is concerned that there is too much expectation among people who are desirous to have this position. She is very apprehensive about how this came about. Just two years after the people overwhelmingly said no, this Legislature brings it up again. She would not be representing people of her district if she voted for this.
VOTE: Failed 4-4. Noes: Hastings, Karius, Marvel, and Gifford.
RESOLUTION NO. 48 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE ONE (1) RESOLUTION BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR
BE IT RESOLVED, that one (1) resolution be brought to the floor.
DISCUSSION: County Attorney Coleman stated for the record that he has no recommendation on this emergency resolution because Boyle is his sister.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 49 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL - BOYLE
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that a relevied school tax amount of $1,220.89 was incorrectly placed on the 2000 County/Town tax roll for parcel 64.8-3-1 in the Town of Reading, Village of Watkins Glen, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect relevy amount of $1,220.89 for parcel 64.8-3-1 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $832.85 for the above parcel, and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Reading Clerk/Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Casey Creamer noted that the Legislators that voted against a County Administrator, voted against halting the hiring of a County Administrator tonight. He feels those Legislators should have abstained if they were voting on a subject that they have no information about.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES: Legislator Young reminded Legislators of upcoming events. January 21-22, 2000 is the Second Day of Dialog at Corning Community College. February 12, 2000, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Tompkins Community Action will have an Energy Opportunities seminar. She also called attention to an article about Stoner Horey, Steuben County Chairman, in the Corning Leader and how she was impressed with his statement on economic development. She is concerned about the Health Care Reform Act of 2000 that was just passed and what a tremendous problem this means for Schuyler County. She feels they need to put together a resolution and oppose this Act.
Legislator Bleiler reported a majority of this Legislature had dinner with CASA advocates tonight. He commented on the article in the Star Gazette regarding the welfare situation with the Mobile Work Crew. He is very proud to be part of this County and to see good things in the paper. Legislator Bleiler announced the search committee for the County Administrator will be meeting with one candidate this week and one candidate next week.
Legislator Marvel reported National Health Care Corporation is moving in and there is a lot of activity going on and, hopefully, will be hiring soon. The $600,000 HUD grant is also moving along.
The Meeting adjourned at 8:13 p.m.
Gail M. Hughey,
Clerk
Robin D.
Thoman, Acting Deputy Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING
JANUARY 18, 2000
The Public Hearing on Agricultural District #3 was called to order by Chairman Gifford at 7:00 p.m. in the Rural Urban Center Auditorium. All Legislators were present except Legislator Hastings who was excused. Chairman Gifford then introduced Ben Dickens, Chairman of the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board, who gave a brief overview of the proposed agricultural district.
Mr. Dickens explained that the purpose of this meeting is to ensure that all interested property owners in the Towns of Catharine, Cayuta and Montour have been included in the district. He noted that a few property owners have asked not to be included as part of the district. Mr. Dickens explained that there are forms to be completed for inclusion or exclusion within the agricultural district. There is no tax advantage to being a part of the district, and there is still the ability to have the agricultural exemption whether or not a property owner is within the district. If a property owner is part of a district, they have protection from complaints or lawsuits from neighbors, as long as what is being done is normal farming practice. The purpose of an agricultural district is to preserve as much viable farmland as possible, and to promote open space and agricultural land.
Charlie Fausold, Director of Cornell Cooperative Extension, explained that if a person were to buy land within a district, they are notified that they are within an agricultural district and can expect odor, slow moving traffic, etc. It was noted that agricultural districts do not restrict development, but allow for sufficient review to make sure the agricultural environment is maintained. Mr. Fausold said that in Agricultural District 2, they are going through with this for the water/sewer extension project. There has to be a report on the affects of this project on agricultural. Elaine Dalrymple, Soil and Water Conservation District, noted that if a water/sewer line
raises property value, farmers only get assessed for the hook-up to their house, not for pipes going through their fields, etc.
Wayne Maphis asked what the disadvantages are of having an agricultural district? Mr. Dickens said none really, except that there is an eight-year time frame for review. Once the district is created, an owner can only come in or out at that eight-year time line. They are in the process of having an Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan developed for Schuyler County and one of the issues will be leasing development rights, if feasible. Mr. Fausold reported that the county’s first efforts with Agricultural District 1 created in 1995 have been very successful, there have been no problems. Elaine Dalrymple said that realtors have shared with her that agricultural districts are a marketing tool for them, it works as a positive tool.
Bob Chadeayne, Farm Bureau President, said the Farm Bureau has long supported the efforts of agriculture in Schuyler County. They were involved and supportive in all three agricultural districts. The Farm Bureau sees this as a valuable tool to protect and preserve the highest yield and productivity of farm land and to protect the farmers. It also gives protection against toxic dumps or other activities that take large chunks of land. The county does not have a large vast of productive land, and what there is needs to be protected. The Farm Bureau encourages the Legislature to enact this agricultural district.
Mr. Fausold explained that the process started with petitions signed by landowners in the proposed district consisting of at least 10% of the population. This happened over the course of the Spring/Summer. In August, they met with the Town Boards. This Fall there was a 30-day comment period and all of the areas were identified with the help of the Soil & Water Conservation District. Then the proposal was referred to the Agricultural & Farmland Protection Board and the County Planning Commission. During that process, one property owner, some state and federal land and a proposed gravel site came out of the proposed district. This proposal will now go to the Legislature for consideration at its March meeting. After that, it gets sent off to the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets. If there are no changes, the district will go into effect at that point. If there are any changes made, another public hearing will have to be held to review the changes.
The Public Hearing adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
Gail M. Hughey, Clerk
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 14, 2000
The February 14, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Karius and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF 1997 –SETTING SALARIES OF THE SHERIFF AND THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY: None.
PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF 1999 – SETTING THE SALARY OF THE CHAIRMAN: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 50 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 14, 1999 PUBLIC HEARING, DECEMBER 14, 1999 SPECIAL MEETING, DECEMBER 29, 1999 YEAR END MEETING, JANUARY 3, 2000 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING AND JANUARY 10, 2000 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the December 14, 1999 Public Hearing, December 14, 1999 Special Meeting, December 29, 1999 Year End Meeting, January 3, 2000 Organizational Meeting and January 10, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 51 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR MATERIAL BIDS FOR THE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT FOR 2000
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 103 of General Municipal Law, all purchase contracts involving an expenditure of more than $ 10,000 and all contracts for public works involving an expenditure of more than $20,000 shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder after advertising for sealed bids in the manner provided by this section.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Highway Superintendent be authorized to advertise for bids for materials and supplies for 2000 and/or participate with the State of New York in its bids, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that, as in the past, the Towns and Villages of Schuyler County so authorized by County Resolution be allowed to participate in said bids.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 52 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE STATE OF NEW YORK FOR A SPEED STUDY/REDUCTION FOR COUNTY ROUTE 14/BEARDSLEY HOLLOW – HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, as per New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, Section 1622.1, speed limits are set on all State, County, and Town Roads by the New York State Department of Transportation, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee has agreed that a request to the New York State Department of Transportation to conduct a speed zone survey on County Route 14/Beardlsey Hollow, would be in the best interest of the county, and
WHEREAS, there has been a significant increase in residential housing, small businesses, truck traffic, slow moving farm machinery, and the limited sight distance at intersections that have led to increased safety concerns on this section of county road.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Highway Superintendent be authorized to proceed with a request to the New York State Department of Transportation to conduct a speed zone survey for County Road 14 in the Town of Catharine.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 53 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE PREPARATION OF PROPERTY FOR BIDDING – HECTOR GRAVEL PIT
WHEREAS, there is a large parcel of county-owned property in the Town of Hector, referred to as Searsburg Pit, which is no longer of any use to the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee have agreed that it would be beneficial to sell this unused portion by public bid in accordance with County Law Section 215, and put it back on the tax rolls, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Department would keep a small parcel on Railroad Drive which is still producing good gravel, that is used for driveways and shoulders on the west side of the county.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Highway Superintendent be authorized to proceed, along with the Real Property Tax Department, in coming up with a description sufficient to put this unused property up for public bid.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 54 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH EMERGENCY POWER SYSTEMS, INC. – EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
WHEREAS, the Office of Emergency Management has three generators, one at Terry Hill, one at the Dispatch Center and one at the County Highway Department and this equipment needs to be maintained for the safety of the citizens of the county, and
WHEREAS, the other maintenance agreements have expired and it is determined to be cost effective to have the maintenance agreement with this company for all three generators.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a maintenance agreement with Emergency Power Systems, Inc. to provide maintenance and service for three generators, for a period of one year, at a total cost of $900.00; subject to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 55 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE RENEWAL CONTRACT WITH CALGOR – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Department has been contracting with Calgor for Jail Administrative Services on a year to year basis since 1994, and
WHEREAS, Calgor wishes at this time to contract for only a six-month period.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Calgor for Jail Administrative Services for the period January 1, 2000 to June 30, 2000; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 56 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS AND PURCHASE OF VEHICLE – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Sheriff is in receipt of $11,233.50 for a vehicle that was totaled in an accident, and
WHEREAS, the Sheriff has monies available in his Maintenance of Vehicles account to add to the insurance monies in order to purchase a new vehicle, and
WHEREAS, for the purpose of maintaining improved fixed assets records, it is recommended that vehicles purchased by the Sheriff’s Department be appropriated in an equipment account versus a contractual account.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $9,660.50 from Sheriff account no. 3110.444 to account no. 3110.204, and be further directed to deposit the received insurance monies into account no. 3110.204, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Sheriff be hereby authorized to purchase a new patrol vehicle.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 57 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: APPROVAL OF ALTERNATIVES TO INCARCERATION PLAN 2000
WHEREAS, the Criminal Justice Advisory Council has submitted its Program Plan and Budget for the year 2000, and
WHEREAS, the said Plan and Budget have been reviewed and both appear to be in order, and
WHEREAS, the Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee has met and recommended approval of said plan and budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the year 2000 Criminal Justice Advisory Plan and Budget be hereby approved by the Schuyler County Legislature, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Criminal Justice Advisory Council submit the same to the New York State Division of Probation and Correctional Alternatives for approval.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUITON NO. 58 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN THE JUVENILE ACCOUNTABILITY INCENTIVE BLOCK GRANT (JAIBG) – PROBATION
WHEREAS, this Legislature authorized the County of Schuyler to apply for and accept grant funds dealing with the juvenile population, a program which would make said segment accountable for their actions during the year 2000-2001, and
WHEREAS, the committee that was convened has now prepared the Grant and all appears to be in order, and the Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee has approved the Grant and recommended the Chairman to sign.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the JAIBG Grant and submit the same to the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
WITHDRAWN
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 82-98 – CONTRACT FOR LEGAL SERVICES FOR 1998 – DISTRICT ATTORNEY
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 82-98 authorized a contract for legal services for the year 1998 and 1999 at a monthly payment of $708.33, or an annual total of $8,500, and in said contract the Attorney was eligible for an additional $2,000 upon completion of any special assignments given by the District Attorney, and
WHEREAS, the District Attorney has requested an increase in monthly payments made under the contract to $1,208.34 per month, said increase approved and in the 2000 budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract with John C.T. Hayes for legal services for the District Attorney’s Office for the year 2000 at a monthly payment of $1,208.34, or an annual total of $14,500; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
RESOLUTION NO. 59 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH THE FALLS HOME CARE AGENCY, FOR HOME HEALTH SERVICES FROM 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 366-98 authorized a contract renewal between the Schuyler County Home Health Agency and the Falls Home Care Agency, for Home Health Care Services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Director of Public Health/Home Health be hereby authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with the Falls Home Care Agency; to provide home health services from 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, at the rates listed below, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
Registered Nurse $25.00/hour
Registered Nurse for
High-technology case $32.50/hour
Licensed Practical Nurse $21.25/hour
Home Health Aide $13.50/hour
Personal Care Aide $12.75/hour
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 60 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH HOMEMAKERS OF WESTERN NEW YORK, FOR HOME HEALTH SERVICES FROM 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 485-98 authorized a contract between the Schuyler County Home Health Agency and Homemakers of Western New York, for Home Health Care Services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Homemakers of Western New York; to provide home health services from 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, at the rates listed below, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
Registered Nurse $25.00/hour
Registered Nurse for
High-technology case $32.50/hour
Licensed Practical Nurse $21.25/hour
Home Health Aide $13.50/hour
Personal Care Aide $12.75/hour
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 61 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH MILLER ASSOCIATES FOR HOME HEALTH THERAPY SERVICES FROM 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 411-98 authorized a contract renewal between the Schuyler County Home Health Agency and Miller Associates, for Home Health Therapy Services, and
WHEREAS, the rate for Occupational Therapy will remain at $42.00 per hour and the rate for speech and physical therapy will increase to $42.00 per hour for calendar year 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Miller Associates; to provide home health therapy services from 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
WITHDRAWN
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH SCHUYLER HOSPITAL FOR HOME HEALTH THERAPY SERVICES FROM 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 412-98 authorized a contract renewal between the Schuyler County Home Health Agency and Schuyler Hospital, for Home Health Therapy Services.
WHEREAS, in the prior contract, the contractor was paid hourly plus travel, and it is desirous to consolidate this into an hourly rate of $42.00 per hour.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Schuyler Hospital; to provide home health therapy services from 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
RESOLUTION NO. 62 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH SCHUYLER HOSPITAL FOR HOME HEALTH THERAPY SERVICES FROM 1/1/2000 – 12/31/2000 – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 412-98 authorized a contract renewal between the Schuyler County Home Health Agency and Schuyler Hospital, for Home Health Therapy Services, and
WHEREAS, in the prior contract, the contractor was paid hourly plus travel, and it is desirous to consolidate this into an hourly rate of $42.00 per hour.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Schuyler Hospital; to provide home health therapy services from 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 63 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH PRISCILLA SMITH TO PROVIDE SEIT (SPECIAL EDUCATION ITINERANT TEACHER) SERVICES FOR THE PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM – PUBLIC HEALTH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Priscilla Smith; to provide services to preschool handicapped children under Section 4410 of the Education Law from 1/1/2000 through 6/30/2000, at a rate to be set by the NYS Education Department; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 64 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: AMENDMENT TO RESOLUTION NO. 327-99 FOR THE EARLY INTERVENTION/ CHILD FIND/CSHCN 10/1/99 - 9/30/2000 PROGRAM GRANT TO REFLECT THE ADDITION OF THE CSHCN FUNDS – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 327-99 to renew Early Intervention (EI) Administration /Child Find/ Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN) from October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000, and
WHEREAS, the addition of $20,000 was added for the CSHCN portion.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the 1999-2000 EI/Child Find/CSHCN budget be amended for the period 10/1/99 - 9/30/2000 as follows:
$30,800 to account no. 4010.100-4061 –
Personal Service
$ 7,586 to account no. 4010.200-4061 –
Equipment
$ 6,275 to account no. 4010.400-4061 –
Contractual Expense
$10,657 to account no. 4010.489-4061 – Fringe
Benefits
$55,318 TOTAL EXPENSES
$55,318 to grant revenue account no. 4010-4461-4061
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 65 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH IKON OFFICE SOLUTIONS, INC. – PUBLIC HEALTH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Ikon Office Solutions from 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, at a rate of $125.00; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 66 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH BOLDER COMPUTER SOLUTIONS FOR COMPUTER SERVICES – PUBLIC HEALTH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Dennis Pierce of Bolder Computer Solutions for computer services effective 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, in an amount not to exceed $4,200; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 67 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH BOLDER COMPUTER SOLUTIONS FOR COMPUTER SERVICES – MENTAL HEALTH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Dennis Pierce of Bolder Computer Solutions for computer services effective 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, in an amount not to exceed $4,200; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 68 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH KYUNG CHUN, MD – MENTAL HEALTH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to sign a contract to be renewed annually with Kyung Chun, MD, for psychiatric consultation services effective 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, in an amount not to exceed a total of $84,000 for all consulting psychiatrists; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 69 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH VENKATA SATTI, MD AND SAVITHRI SATTI, MD – MENTAL HEALTH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to sign a contract to be renewed annually with Venkata Satti, MD, and Savithri Satti, MD for psychiatric consultation services effective 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, in an amount not to exceed a total of $84,000 for all consulting psychiatrists; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 70 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH NEXT CENTURY SOFTWARE – MENTAL HEALTH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to sign a contract to be renewed annually with Next Century Software for maintenance of the software billing program effective 1/1/2000 through 12/31/2000, in an amount not to exceed $1,320; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 71 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH CHEMUNG COUNTY FOR CRISIS SERVICES – MENTAL HEALTH
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to sign a contract to be renewed annually with Chemung County for after hours emergency/crisis services effective 1/1/1999 through 12/31/2000, in an amount not to exceed $6,000 annually; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 72 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT TO 1999 AGREEMENT WITH FINGER LAKES ALCOHOLISM COUNSELING AND REFERRAL SERVICES – MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services has approved additional funding for the Finger Lakes Alcoholism Counseling and Referral Agency (FLACRA), the following agreement and budget modifications are required.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature is authorized to sign, an amendment to the 1999 agreement with FLACRA; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature authorizes the Schuyler County Treasurer to amend the 1999 County budget accordingly as follows:
State Aid
Revenue 4322.3490 + $17,747
FLACRA 4322.0336 + $17,747
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 73 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison.
RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER – MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, the Supervising Social Worker position has been vacant for longer than 90 days, which requires Legislative approval to fill and is included in the year 2000 County Budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services is authorized to advertise and fill the Supervising Social Worker position in the Mental Health Department, effective immediately.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 74 Motion by Bingell, Second by Bleiler.
RE: BENEFITS FOR SCHUYLER COUNTY EMPLOYEES NOT COVERED BY A BARGAINING AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, since there has been no successor contract signed for the year 2000 for the CSEA Administrative Unit and Highway Unit the terms of the previous contract continue, and
WHEREAS, the County provides the same benefits for employees not covered by a contract.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that all Schuyler County Employees not covered by a bargaining agreement, except those in the Sheriff’s and Highway Departments, shall receive the employee benefits provided in the Administrative Unit Contract in all matters not otherwise resolved, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Employees not covered by a bargaining agreement within the Sheriff’s and Highway Department shall receive the employee benefits provided under the respective departmental union contracts in all matters not otherwise resolved.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 75 Motion by Bingell, Second by Bleiler.
RE: ADOPT AMENDED MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY PLAN DATED JANUARY 19, 2000
WHEREAS, a Management and Finance Sub-Committee was formed to review and make alterations to the Management/Confidential Salary Plan, and
WHEREAS, said Committee has completed its task and recommends adoption of the revised Management/Confidential Salary Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby approves the Amended Management/Confidential Salary Plan dated January 19, 2000 as attached hereto, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said Amended Plan become effective immediately.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 76 Motion by Bingell, Second by Bleiler.
RE: AMEND 2000 SALARY SCHEDULE AND AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS
WHEREAS, salary/promotion steps for the Highway Department were erroneously omitted from the adopted 2000 Salary Schedule.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schedule of Salaries for 2000, as attached hereto, be amended effective immediately, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized and directed to pay the county employees according to the 2000 Salary Schedule and make any necessary transfers within accounts to cover said increases.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 77 Motion by Hastings, Second by Larison.
RE: LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF 1997 – SETTING SALARIES OF THE SHERIFF AND THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law amending Local Law No. 3 of 1997 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held February 14, 2000, and
WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 1 of the Year 2000/Local Law No. 2 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law No. 2 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper.
LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF THE
YEAR 2000
A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 3 of 1997 setting the salaries of the Sheriff and the District Attorney.
Section 2. OFFICIALS/SALARIES
Effective with the first County payroll for fiscal years 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001 the annual salaries of the following officials are hereby established, to wit:
TITLE 1998 SALARY 1999 SALARY 2000 SALARY 2001 SALARY
Chairman of
Legislature $10,000
$10,000
Legislators 5,000 5,000
Sheriff 47,000 48,175 48,175 48,175
County Clerk 34,000
34,000 34,000
34,000
District Attorney 32,000
34,700 40,000
40,000
Section 3. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the
Secretary of State.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 78 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bleiler.
RE: LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF 1999 – SETTING THE SALARY OF THE CHAIRMAN
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law amending Local Law No. 1 of 1999 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held February 14, 2000, and
WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 2 of the Year 2000/Local Law No. 3 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law No. 3 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper.
LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 2000
A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 1 of 1999 setting the salary of the Chairman.
Section 2. OFFICIALS/SALARIES
Effective with the first County payroll for fiscal years 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 the annual salaries of the following officials are hereby established, to wit:
TITLE 2000
SALARY 2001 SALARY 2002 SALARY 2003 SALARY
Chairman of Legislature $
5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000
Legislators $
5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000
County Treasurer $37,000 $38,000 $39,000 $40,000
Section 3. EFFECTIVE
DATE
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon the filing with the
Secretary of State.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 79 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL FOR PROPERTY/CASUALTY INSURANCES FOR THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER
WHEREAS, the County issued a Request for Proposals (RFPs) for its property/casualty insurance program, and
WHEREAS, the County entered into a contract with Perry & Carroll, Inc., for consultant services relative to the RFP process, and
WHEREAS, proposals were due December 22, 1999 and four (4) proposals were received, and
WHEREAS, the insurance consultant has analyzed the proposals and recommends that the County accept the proposal from E.C. Cooper, Inc., the Gulf/Kemper proposal, and
WHEREAS, implementing the consultant’s recommendation will save the county a substantial amount of money and also provide the County with improved insurance coverage overall.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of Perry & Carroll, Inc., this Legislature hereby accept the Gulf/Kemper proposal received from E.C. Cooper, Inc., for property/casualty insurance coverage, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman and Clerk of the Legislature be authorized to execute any necessary documents to effectuate the change in coverage immediately.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 80 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPROVE AMENDED FACTOR RATING CHART FOR INCLUSION INTO THE AMENDED MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL SALARY PLAN
WHEREAS, the Legislature approved grade adjustments for the following positions which were recommended by Michael Krusen as a result of a study he conducted, and
WHEREAS, the factor rating numbers need to be amended to reflect the new grades previously approved by the Legislature.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby amend Page 15 - Factor Rating Chart, as per attached, of the Management/Confidential Salary Plan as Amended Dated January 19, 2000 adopted February 14, 2000.
FACTOR RATING CHART
|
|
I |
II |
III |
IV |
V |
VI |
VII |
|
|
|
TITLES |
Account |
Complex |
Ind.Judg |
Imp Prog |
Scope |
Supv. |
E & E |
TOTAL |
GRADE |
|
Administrative Officer |
56 |
90 |
80 |
40 |
48 |
40 |
70 |
424 |
D |
|
Assistant Coordinator Computer Serv |
84 |
84 |
72 |
72 |
64 |
0 |
60 |
436 |
E |
|
Bldg Maint Supervisor |
120 |
112 |
96 |
72 |
48 |
40 |
60 |
548 |
F |
|
Bldg Maint Supervisor Dpty |
42 |
56 |
48 |
48 |
32 |
50 |
60 |
336 |
C |
|
Clerk –Board of Elections |
28 |
28 |
24 |
72 |
32 |
0 |
30 |
214 |
B |
|
Clerk of Legislature |
100 |
100 |
90 |
60 |
64 |
60 |
90 |
564 |
F |
|
Comm. of Social Services |
145 |
145 |
125 |
125 |
85 |
90 |
90 |
805 |
J |
|
Conf. Secy -- Co Atty. |
41 |
56 |
42 |
40 |
28 |
0 |
60 |
267 |
B |
|
Conf Secy -- Dist. Atty |
40 |
45 |
35 |
24 |
20 |
0 |
40 |
204 |
B |
|
Deputy Clerk – Legislature |
80 |
74 |
64 |
41 |
39 |
47 |
60 |
405 |
D |
|
Deputy Comm. Social Services |
112 |
112 |
96 |
72 |
64 |
60 |
70 |
586 |
G |
|
Deputy County Clerk |
56 |
60 |
56 |
48 |
16 |
20 |
60 |
316 |
C |
|
Deputy Highway Supt. |
84 |
84 |
72 |
72 |
48 |
60 |
90 |
510 |
F |
|
Deputy Emergency Service |
28 |
84 |
24 |
45 |
20 |
00 |
40 |
244 |
B |
|
Deputy Treasurer |
84 |
84 |
72 |
48 |
32 |
20 |
60 |
400 |
D |
|
Dir Comm Serv/PH Dir. |
150 |
140 |
135 |
135 |
100 |
90 |
130 |
880 |
K |
|
Dir Emergency Service |
100 |
100 |
72 |
72 |
32 |
20 |
60 |
456 |
E |
|
Director OFA |
112 |
70 |
56 |
72 |
65 |
48 |
80 |
503 |
F |
|
Dir Pat. Serv/Supv PH Nurse |
120 |
112 |
96 |
108 |
72 |
60 |
90 |
658 |
H |
|
Director Real Property |
84 |
84 |
72 |
96 |
80 |
30 |
80 |
526 |
F |
|
Dir. Weights and Measures |
84 |
40 |
48 |
48 |
32 |
0 |
50 |
302 |
C |
|
Youth Services Planner |
101 |
90 |
68 |
61 |
56 |
31 |
80 |
487 |
E |
|
Personnel Officer |
140 |
140 |
96 |
72 |
80 |
80 |
70 |
678 |
H |
|
Personnel Assistant |
28 |
84 |
72 |
24 |
32 |
20 |
70 |
330 |
C |
|
Highway Superintendent |
140 |
150 |
120 |
120 |
80 |
60 |
100 |
770 |
I |
|
Pers. Secy. To Leg. |
40 |
40 |
44 |
32 |
27 |
0 |
60 |
243 |
B |
|
Probation Dir. |
140 |
112 |
96 |
72 |
80 |
80 |
80 |
660 |
H |
|
Undersheriff |
112 |
112 |
72 |
72 |
48 |
40 |
70 |
526 |
F |
|
Watershed Inspector |
70 |
70 |
70 |
70 |
48 |
20 |
70 |
418 |
D |
|
Veteran's Services, Dir. |
84 |
40 |
48 |
48 |
32 |
0 |
70 |
322 |
C |
|
Purchasing Agent |
56 |
56 |
72 |
72 |
32 |
0 |
70 |
358 |
D |
Bold/Italics = Numbers Changed Revised 2/14/00
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 81 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FOR BUDGET OFFICER STIPEND
WHEREAS, at the January 3, 2000 Organizational Meeting the appointment of the Budget Officer was made and a stipend of $2,000 was established, thereby creating a deficiency in the Budget Officer’s personal services budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $2,000 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Budget account no. 1340.100.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 82 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL - PERRY
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that a relevied school tax amount of $442.57 was incorrectly placed on the 2000 County/Town tax roll for parcel 39.15-1-29 in the Town of Tyrone, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(h) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect relevy amount of $442.57 for parcel 39.15-1-29 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $463.40 for the above parcel, and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/ Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 83 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL - BIEHL
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax law (RPTL) alleging that a Veterans Exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 49.15-1-23 in the Town of Tyrone, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(c) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $1317.94 for parcel 49.15-1-23 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $1254.16 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $47.12 and to County Treasurer by $16.66, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 84 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL - THOMPSON
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that an Aged Exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 30.-1-23 in the Town of Tyrone, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(c) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $697.30 for parcel 30.-1-23 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $415.17 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount due Supervisor by $208.43 and amount due County Treasurer by
$73.70, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 85 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL - CRANE
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that an Aged Exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 51.-1-3.1 in the Town of Tyrone, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(c) of the RPTL and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $556.93 for parcel 51.-1-3.1 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $307.55 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount due Supervisor by $184.23 and the amount due the County Treasurer by $65.15, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked why the hearings were being held in two different places. Legislator Marvel explained that it was to attract more people. Legislator Young also asked what a consolidated effort was. Brian Williams, SCOPED Grant Writer, explained that it is a joint effort and it allows the county to apply for one million in grant funds.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 86 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT – PROVIDE DATA COLLECTION AND VALUATION SERVICES TO THE TOWN OF ORANGE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to execute a contract with the Town of Orange for the County’s Real Property Tax Office to provide data collection and valuation services in support of the town’s 2001 reassessment project, beginning on or about April 3, 2000, for a fixed sum of $16,000; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
WITHDRAWN
RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF AND APPOINTMENT TO THE SCHUYLER COUNTY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STEERING COMMITTEE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby creates the Schuyler County Information Technology Steering Committee, to be comprised of representatives of county, town and village government, in order to:
1. Develop an Information Technology (IT) strategy offering guidance to an integrated, countywide IT program.
2. Form subcommittees and interface with users from both the private and public sectors to address common IT issues.
3. Offer recommendations regarding IT initiatives, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby authorizes the appointments of the following individuals to the Information Technology Steering Committee, to serve until further notice:
Thomas R. Bloodgood (Chairman) – County Real Property Tax Director
Doris L. Karius – Schuyler County Legislature
Randy Deal – Town of Catharine
Robin Kay Reed – Town of Cayuta
Mark Hills – Town of Dix
Ben Dickens – Town of Hector
Deborah Riley – Town of Montour
Cedric Stewart – Town of Orange
– Town of Reading
– Town of Tyrone
Jean Kosty – Village of Watkins Glen
– Village of Montour Falls
– Village of Odessa
– Village of Burdett
RESOLUTION NO. 87 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE PREPARATION OF SMALL CITIES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) APPLICATION AND SET DATES FOR REQUIRED PUBLIC HEARINGS
WHEREAS, Schuyler County is considering the preparation and submission of an application under the Fiscal Year (FY) 2000 Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, and
WHEREAS, this grant may be submitted jointly with the Town of Dix, subject to the execution of an inter-municipal agreement and under the terms of said agreement, and
WHEREAS, an Abbreviated Consolidated Plan for Schuyler County, describing community development needs, resources and activities, and related matters will be prepared which supports this application, and
WHEREAS, two public hearings are required to be held in conjunction with the preparation of the community’s CDBG application in order to obtain the views of residents regarding the Abbreviated Consolidated Plan and the County’s grant application, according to a plan for citizen participation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature and the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee are hereby authorized to prepare the Abbreviated Consolidated Plan and application under the FY2000 HUD Small Cities CDBG Program for consideration by the Legislature, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature be directed to advertise the two required public hearings to be conducted by Schuyler County as follows:
March
15, 2000 at 6:30 P.M. in the Legislative Chambers
April
5, 2000 at 6:30 P.M. in the Rural Urban Center Auditorium
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 88 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPOINTMENT OF FAIR HOUSING OFFICER IN COMPLIANCE WITH U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT HOUSING REQUIREMENTS
WHEREAS, Schuyler County is the recipient of Federal funds under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and
WHEREAS, the County must take actions to affirmatively further fair housing in accordance with certifications submitted as part of the Community Development Block Grant application, and
WHEREAS, acceptance of HUD CDBG grants has a Fair Housing component, which requires the appointment of a Fair Housing Officer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, in accordance with the recommendation of the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee, the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature hereby appoints Timothy Cullenen, County Planner, as the Fair Housing Officer for the County of Schuyler, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Planner shall be responsible for complying with HUD Fair Housing requirements, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Fair Housing Officer shall provide information and assistance to individuals who feel that they have been victims of discrimination in regard to housing under Sections 804, 805, 806 or 818 of the Fair Housing Act Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended. Such discriminatory housing practices include discrimination in sale or rental of housing, discrimination in the provision of brokerage services, or interference, coercion, or intimidation, as defined under the Act, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, handicap or familial status, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Fair Housing Officer shall develop a plan for approval by the Schuyler County Legislature which includes public notice, availability of information, investigation of complaints, documentation and reporting to HUD complaints and actions taken, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby declares the month of April, 2000 as "Fair Housing Month".
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 89 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPROVE PROCESS FOR RECRUITMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (SCIDA)
WHEREAS, it is recommended that there be an agreement relative to the process for making appointments to the Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby adopt the following process:
PROCESS FOR RECRUITMENT OF MEMBERS
TO THE
SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL
DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
1. The Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (SCIDA) will assist the Chairman of the Legislature in acquiring the names of qualified interested candidates to fill vacant membership positions to the SCIDA Board.
2. Each year SCIDA shall notify the general public via press release or advertisement in The Watkins Review & Express that such positions are available to be filled. Such advertisement shall occur during the month of October so that letters of interest and qualifications may be acquired and forwarded to the Chairman of the Legislature. All letters of interest shall be forwarded to SCIDA.
3. Qualified candidates for membership on the SCIDA Board will include current elected and appointed officials of local governments and school boards, persons with demonstrated business expertise, farming industry or representatives of organized labor within the county. In addition, each of the three election districts shall have representation. The standard will be to have a diverse Board representing as many interests as possible given the positions available. All candidates must be current residents of Schuyler County at the time of their appointment.
4. SCIDA shall provide the Legislative Office with information that indicates the number of vacancies in a given year, as well as the term for those vacancies. SCIDA shall provide the Chairman of the Legislature a resume or description of qualifications of all candidates who have expressed an interest in membership on the SCIDA Board. SCIDA shall maintain a file of all candidates who have expressed an interest in membership. This file may be used to fill future vacancies.
5. The Chairman of the Legislature may select and recommend candidates for the SCIDA Board from the list of candidates SCIDA has provided or may recommend other candidates to achieve the balance sought as described in item three above. The cutoff date for receiving the names of candidates shall be the day before the Chairman of the Legislature submits his/her appointments to the full Legislature for approval. The Legislature will approve any and all appointments no later than the December Regular Meeting.
6. The Chairman of the Legislature may appoint a member of the County Community Development and
Natural Resources (CDNR) Committee to represent the Legislature on the SCIDA Board to fill his/her membership position, subject to approval by the County Legislature. This will maintain an important link between SCIDA and the CDNR Committee and allow the Chairman some flexibility to deal with scheduling matters.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings said she feels SCIDA should have more control over this decision, therefore she will be voting no on this resolution.
VOTE: Passed 7-1. No: Hastings.
RESOLUTION NO. 90 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SCOPED FOR FACILITATOR SERVICES FOR THE WATER/SEWER EXTENSION PROJECT
WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler has designated itself as facilitator for the creation of a special use district/water & sewer district involving the Village of Watkins Glen, Town of Dix and such other entities as may be necessarily involved in such district in bringing water and sewer to Watkins Glen International, Inc. and other users within the district, and
WHEREAS, overseeing the role of facilitator requires considerable technical expertise, manpower and other resources not all of which are available within the in-house capability of the County, and
WHEREAS, SCOPED, Inc. is possessed of the expertise and resources required for assistance and consultation in carrying out the work required.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a one-year contract with SCOPED, Inc. for services which will facilitate the special use district/water & sewer district project; said contract drafted and approved by the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the county will reimburse SCOPED for its expenditures in sub-contracting for the services required under this contract in a sum not to exceed $30,000. All sums paid hereunder will be charged to and recouped from the administrative expense portion of grants flowing to the County in consequent of subject water/sewer district projects.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 91 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH CORNING ENTERPRISES, INC. FOR TRI-COUNTY BRANDING INITIATIVE AND AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM CONTINGENCY
WHEREAS, Corning Enterprises, Inc. hired a consultant to review their marketing strategy in an effort to improve promotion, and
WHEREAS, said consultant determined that the region is not being well represented and recommended the three counties (Chemung, Steuben and Schuyler) join resources for a Tri-County Branding Initiative for marketing and to develop a marketing strategy, and
WHEREAS, Corning Enterprises, Inc. has committed to contributing $250,000 each year for three years towards this effort, contingent upon the three counties providing matching funds, and
WHEREAS, Chemung and Steuben Counties have agreed to contribute $110,000 each year for three years, and Schuyler County is requested to contribute $30,000 each year for three years, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce promotes this concept and is willing to use $15,000 each year from their room tax appropriation towards this Initiative in accordance with Local Law #2 of 1998 which provides for "enhancement of the general economy" and requests the County contribute the additionally required $15,000 towards the Schuyler County contribution, and
WHEREAS, a Regional Marketing Council will be developed to manage the program and funding, and to conduct success measurements throughout the Initiative.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Corning Enterprises, Inc. for a Tri-County Branding Initiative for a period of three years at a cost of $15,000 each year, contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Legislature hereby authorize the commitment of $15,000 each year for the years 2000, 2001 and 2002 towards this Initiative, with it being understood that the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce will commit the other $15,000 for the years 2000, 2001 and 2002, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $15,000 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Publicity account no. 6410.311–Corning Enterprises.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked about the structure of this initiative. Legislator Marvel said it would not take place until the money is pulled together. Corning Enterprises is the lead partner in this, they will call a meeting together. All three counties will have someone from their Tourist Promotion Agency (TPA) and another person selected from the entertainment section to serve on the board. Legislator Young asked if these decisions would go through the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee. Legislator Marvel said possibly, but there should not be a need for a vote on this again. The committee may have to make the appointments. Legislator Hastings commented that this contract is for one year only. Steuben County used their room tax, maybe this county should consider that for next year. Also, Schuyler County is fortunate to only have to pay $30,000 towards this initiative. The others are paying $110,000. Schuyler County should benefit more in regards to tourism. Legislator Marvel stated that this will focus on the wine part of the three counties. Legislator Bleiler made it known that the county would not be paying for personnel. Legislator Marvel said that Corning Enterprises will be paying for personnel.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 92 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION FOR FOOD STAMP NUTRITION PROGRAM
WHEREAS, in July 1997, the Schuyler County Legislature supported the joint application of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County and the Schuyler County Department of Social Services for a Food Stamp Education Program, and
WHEREAS, on October 5, 1999 Schuyler County was officially notified that the Federal Reimbursable program was approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an agreement between Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Department of Social Services for a Food Stamp Education Program for the term October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000, in the amount of $94,306.00 ($47,153 local Extension match and $47,153 federal share with 3% allocated for evaluation ($2,812.00)); agreement subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 93 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM FOR WRAP SERVICES - DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Department of Social Services has contracted in the past for the administration of the Weatherization Referral and Packaging (WRAP) program with Economic Opportunity Program, Inc., and
WHEREAS, the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance approved an allocation for Schuyler County of $32,769.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an agreement between Schuyler County Department of Social Services and Chemung/Schuyler Economic Opportunity Program, Inc. for WRAP services, not to exceed $32,769 for the period November 15, 1999 through September 30, 2000, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 94 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SCHUYLER COUNTY ATTORNEY FOR LEGAL SERVICES – SOCIAL SERVICES
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an agreement between Schuyler County Department of Social Services and the Schuyler County Attorney for the period l/l/00 through 12/31/00 for general legal services and for Child Support legal services totaling $127,878.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 95 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH PARTNERSHIP FOR RESPONSIBLE FATHERING, KNOWN AS (DAD SCHOOL)
WHEREAS, there is a recognized need for some fathers in the community to have their enthusiasm and interest in fathering increased in order to become more effective as role models for their children, and
WHEREAS, Mr. Bruce Stayments and his Partnership for Responsible Fathering (also known as Dad School), a non-profit organization from Elmira, has the experience and expertise to mentor men in their crucial role of being a dad, and
WHEREAS, in the past the Family Court has ordered some fathers to attend Dad School while other participants were referred by the Department of Social Services as part of the fathers’ plans, and
WHEREAS, funding for this program in prior years was previously received from outside sources, but those sources no longer have the capability to provide the requisite funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Department of Social Services be authorized to provide funding for the Dad School at the rate of $50.00 per participant for up to 15 fathers, total amount not to exceed $750.00, said funding available in the 2000 budget in account no. 6070.396, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be authorized to enter into an agreement with the Partnership for Responsible Fathering to provide such services, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 96 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN HOURS FOR MEAL DELIVERER POSITION – OFFICE FOR THE AGING
WHEREAS, the need for home delivered meals is growing and the Montour Falls/Odessa/Alpine demand for meals has exceeded the time currently allotted the Meal Deliverer, and
WHEREAS, funding is available in the NYS SNAP monies to increase the hours of a Meal Deliverer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the hours for the 15-hour per week Meal Deliverer (Charles Smith) in the Office for the Aging be increased from 15 hours per week to 17 hours per week, effective immediately.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 97 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF DISHWASHER AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS – OFFICE FOR THE AGING
WHEREAS, the dishwasher currently in use at the Office for the Aging is facing a very limited life expectancy, and
WHEREAS, at the end of the NYS budget year, there will be sufficient monies available in the Office for the Aging budget to purchase a new dishwasher.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer all necessary funds from Office for the Aging account nos. 6772.440-Travel Expense and 6772.401-Miscellaneous Contractual to the appropriate equipment account for the purchase of a dishwasher.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACTS WITH CARE PROVIDERS FOR EISEP – OFFICE FOR THE AGING
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Office for the Aging is going to be providing the Elderly In-Home Services Program (EISEP) directly, and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to use aide services from available providers for this program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into the following contracts for the Office for the Aging to provide aide services to the EISEP for the year 2000:
Schuyler Home
Care from Schuyler Hospital
Stafkings from
Binghamton
Caregivers
from Elmira; all contracts subject to the approval of the Schuyler County
Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 99 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZATION TO APPLY FOR BYRNE ANTI-DRUG FUNDS –SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, monies have been made available from the Byrne Anti-Drug Program through Senator John R. Kuhl’s Office to assist communities in fighting drug abuse and crimes connected with drugs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize the Schuyler County Sheriff to submit a grant application for Federal Edward Byrne Program funds, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature and Schuyler County Sheriff be hereby authorized to accept any approved funds and sign any necessary documents for said funds, estimated to be $22,000 with the 25% match money to be taken from funds currently budgeted for anti-drug programs in the Sheriff 2000 budget; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 100 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR PRINTER – DISTRICT ATTORNEY
WHEREAS, the District Attorney’s Office was loaned a printer from the Stop DWI Program, said printer was supposed to have most of the options required by the District Attorney’s Office (3 paper trays, sufficient speed), and
WHEREAS, said printer does not have the options required by the District Attorney’s Office and the District Attorney’s Office has no other printer of its own, and
WHEREAS, said printer has also been malfunctioning since the day of purchase, has been returned to the company for four months for repairs and still does not work properly, and
WHEREAS, there is currently $500 in the District Attorney’s 2000 budget for the purchase of a new printer (reduced from $1,500 originally requested), and
WHEREAS, the District Attorney’s Office has found a printer which has all the options to meet the requirements of its office at a reasonable purchase price of $1,006.28, and
WHEREAS, the District Attorney’s Office has additional funds in its Books and Subscriptions account due to the partial payment of $603 from the Sheriff’s Department for reimbursement towards an Internet Law Library, and
WHEREAS, the District Attorney’s Office proposes to transfer those funds from the Books and Subscriptions account to the printer account for the purchase of the above-referenced printer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $506.28 from District Attorney account no. 1165.407-Books and Subscriptions to account no. 1165.246-Printer.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 101 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of Ruth S. Young as the Legislative Representative to the Economic Opportunity Program Board of Directors for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2003.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 102 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of Jim Hazlitt as the Grange Representative to the Soil and Water Conservation Board of Directors for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2002.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 103 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – SCHUYLER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of Glenn R. Larison as the Legislative Representative to the Schuyler County Planning Commission for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 104 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – INTER-COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN NEW YORK
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve the appointment of Thomas M. Gifford-Legislator, Glenn R. Larison-Legislator and Gail M. Hughey-Clerk, to the Inter-County Association of Western New York for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 105 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – SCHUYLER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of Jerold D. Marvel as the Legislative Representative on the SCIDA Board of Directors for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2002.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 106 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 41-00 RELATIVE TO APPOINTMENTS TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 41-00 appointed Amelia Cornish and Rick Matthews to the Environmental Management Council, and
WHEREAS, Amelia Cornish is already appointed for a term ending December 31, 2000, and
WHEREAS, Rick Matthews correct name is Rick Murphy.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 41-00 be amended to remove Amelia Cornish’s name entirely and to change the name Rick Matthews to Rick Murphy.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 107 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND HIGHWAY SAFETY COMMITTEE
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of the following individuals to the Emergency Medical and Highway Safety Committee for the terms as indicated below:
MEMBER REPRESENTS TERM
Charles Franzese Engineer 1/1/2000-12/31/2000
Patricia L. Hastings Chair, Public Safety & 1/1/2000-12/31/2000
Criminal
Justice Comm.
Thomas M. Gifford Chairman of Legislature 1/1/2000-12/31/2000
Nicholas Dugo Justice Court 1/1/2000-12/31/2001
Shirley Churches Deputy EM Coordinator 1/1/2000-12/31/2001
William Kennedy Fire/Ambulance 1/1/2000-12/31/2001
Eric Claire Driver Education 1/1/2000-12/31/2001
Wendy Shutter Volunteer Ambulance 1/1/2000-12/31/2001
Richard Churches Driver Training 1/1/2000-12/31/2002
William Randolph EM Coordinator 1/1/2000-12/31/2002
Richard Pierce Watkins Glen Police
Dept. 1/1/2000-12/31/2002
Gregory Mathews Co. Highway Superintendent 1/1/2000-12/31/2002
Michael Wood Stop DWI Coordinator 1/1/2000-12/31/2002
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 108 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENT – MENTAL HEALTH COMMITTEES
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of the following individuals to the committees and for the terms as listed below:
ALCOHOLISM AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE
COMMITTEE
Marie Fitzsimmons 1/1/2000-12/31/2003
Doris L. Karius 1/1/2000-12/31/2003
Michael Wood 1/1/2000-12/31/2001
(filling term of Les Gorton)
COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD
Doris
Karius 1/1/2000-12/31/2003
Marie
Fitzsimmons 1/1/2000-12/31/2003
Sharon
Bingell 1/1/2000-12/31/2003
MENTAL HEALTH SUBCOMMITTEE
Doris
Karius 1/1/2000-12/31/2003
Sue
Brill 1/1/2000-12/31/2003
Bert
Pyle 1/1/2000-12/31/2000
Michael
Maloney 1/1/2000-12/31/2003
Heidi
Hathaway 1/1/2000-12/31/2000
(filling term of Laura Masin)
John
Hayes 1/1/2000-12/31/2001
MENTAL RETARDATION/DEVELOPMENTAL
DISABILITIES COMMITTEE
Thomas
M. Gifford 1/1/2000-12/31/2002
Michele
Gimbar 1/1/2000-12/31/2003
Richard
Schockner 1/1/2000-12/31/2000
Sharon
Bingell 1/1/2000-12/31/2003
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 109 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD AND PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of the following individuals to the Health Services Advisory Board and Professional Advisory Committee, as indicated below:
HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD
Thomas Klaseus NYS Dept. of Health
Term expiring 12/31/2000 (filling term of Richard Bills)
PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
William
Weiss 1/1/2000-12/31/2000
Ruth
Bedient
¯
Doris
L. Karius
Harold
Hoffmeier
Erik
Miller
Dr.
L. Titus Parker
Michelle
Myers
Elizabeth
Hayes
Kathryn
Doolittle
Thomas
Gifford
Marcia
Kasprzyk
Michael
Gehl
Jim
Howell
Sharon
Bingell
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 110 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS – SCHUYLER COUNTY YOUTH BOARD
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approves Chairman Gifford’s appointment of the following individuals to the Schuyler County Youth Board for the terms as specified below:
Ruth
S. Young 1/1/00-12/31/2002
Glenn
R. Larison 1/1/00-12/31/2001
Amy
Hall 1/1/00-12/31/2002
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 111 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE PROPOSED STATE ASSUMPTION OF LOCAL HCRA 2000 FAMILY HEALTH PLUS COSTS
WHEREAS, the Medicaid program is the largest and most volatile component of every county budget in New York State, and
WHEREAS, the Medicaid program represents a significant burden on the local real property taxpayer, and
WHEREAS, the Health Care Reform Act of 2000, or HCRA 2000, dramatically changes New York’s health care system by creating new comprehensive health care insurance programs for the uninsured, while providing for the financing of New York’s hospital system. According to the Governor’s Office, up to 1 million people who are currently uninsured could be eligible for coverage under the initiatives financed as part of HCRA 2000, and
WHEREAS, county officials across the state laud the Governor and the Legislature for building upon Child Health Plus to provide health insurance to families and individuals participating in Family Health Plus, and
WHEREAS, HCRA 2000 has created the largest unfunded mandate to be passed to local government in over a decade, and
WHEREAS, under HCRA 2000, county governments will be forced to pay for 25% of the cost of the "Family Health Plus" health insurance program and several other mental health and public health initiatives funded through the Medicaid program, and
WHEREAS, it is estimated the counties and the City of New York will be required to spend an additional $340 million in new Medicaid costs over the next 4 calendar years, and
WHEREAS, since 1995-96, counties and the City of New York have benefited from Medicaid cost containment initiatives put in place and annually renewed as part of the state budget process. Prior year Medicaid cost containment, though important to preserve, has not offset the total annual increase in Medicaid local share. Since these initiatives are already in the "base" for county budgeting purposes, they do not offset the new Medicaid spending caused by the adoption of Family Health Plus, and
WHEREAS, the "savings" estimates use the local portion of the National Tobacco Settlement as an offset to the local costs associated with Family Health Plus. Counties were named as party in the National Tobacco Settlement Agreement, and were to receive these funds as a way to reimburse the local taxpayers who have borne the growth of Medicaid over the past decade, not for more Medicaid costs, and
WHEREAS, the Senate Majority, Assembly Majority and Senate Minority have all introduced legislation that would hold counties harmless from the increased Medicaid costs of the Family Health Plus Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby expresses its support of all efforts of the Senate and Assembly to assume the local costs associated with Family Health Plus and eliminate this onerous new unfunded mandate, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature shall forward certified copies of this Resolution to Governor George E. Pataki, NYSAC, Inter-County of Western New York, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles and all others deemed necessary and proper.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Hastings asked Legislator Young to share any information on this with her so that she might better understand the issues.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 112 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO ADDRESS TANF MAINTENANCE OF EFFORT SHORTFALLS IMPACTING LOCAL TAXPAYERS
WHEREAS, in 1997, the state enacted comprehensive welfare reform legislation created to redesign the fundamental structure of welfare to emphasize work and personal responsibility. Since that time, welfare caseloads are now projected to be their lowest in 34 years, and
WHEREAS, due to these reductions, state refinancing of its costs and other federal changes, New York State is at risk of falling below its minimum spending level required by the federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) Program, and
WHEREAS, under the federal law, states are required to spend 75% of their historic expenditures if work participation rates are met, or 80% of historic expenditures if work participation rates are not met, and
WHEREAS, the 2000-01 Executive Budget projects that local TANF costs will be increased by $112.5 million to offset the potential $225 million state shortfall in TANF Maintenance of Effort (MOE), and
WHEREAS, in the 1999-2000 adopted state budget, the state took limited action in the budget to avert the local TANF MOE shortfall and took only limited steps to address the situation for the next federal fiscal year, and
WHEREAS, in the 2000-01 Executive Budget the state continues the strategy of withholding TANF funds to artificially increase the state and local costs of welfare, and
WHEREAS, the Executive Budget includes an Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) that will be used to mitigate the state impact of these losses of TANF funds leaving counties with no other options.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature urges the New York State Division of the Budget and the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance to develop a comprehensive plan to address TANF and MOE related issues and to protect the interests of local taxpayers, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature further urges the State to distribute the breakdown of TANF allocations to specific program areas, and any dollars used to supplant former state allocations as well as breakdown of MOE between state and local jurisdictions, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature shall forward certified copies of this Resolution to Governor George E. Pataki, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles, NYSAC, Inter-County Association of Western New York and all others deemed necessary and proper.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 113 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: RESOLUTION URGING THE CONTINUATION OF MAINTAINING SEPARATE STATE FUNDING FOR YOUTH SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Family and Children’s Services Block Grant adopted in State Fiscal Year 1995-1996 is set to expire in 2001, and
WHEREAS, the Governor, the Division of Budget, the Division of State Operations and the Commissioner of Children and Family Services (OCFS), have discussed merging the current funding for youth development, prevention, and runaway and homeless youth into the Social Services Block Grant, which is used to provide intensive services for the most needy children, youth and families within the community, and
WHEREAS, the loss of the matching funds by the State to localities would either result in the loss of services to at-risk children in over forty OCFS supported programs, a significant increase funding from counties and/or a decrease in the resources Social Services needs to serve youth with acute needs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature urges the Governor, the Directors of the Division of the Budget and State Operations and the Commissioner of the Office of Children and Family Services not to merge these funding streams and to preserve and strengthen the State’s commitment to primary prevention, youth development and delinquency prevention programming through the County Youth Bureau, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature shall forward certified copies of this resolution to Governor George E. Pataki, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles, NYSAC, Inter-County Association of Western New York and all others deemed necessary and proper.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 114 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE EIGHT (8) ADDITIONAL RESOLUTIONS BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR
BE IT RESOLVED, that eight (8) additional resolutions be brought to the floor.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 115 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: ACKNOWLEDGE APPOINTMENT/SET SALARY – BOARD OF ELECTIONS
WHEREAS, Linda Strong, Republican Clerk in the Board of Elections, has tendered her resignation effective March 11, 2000, and
WHEREAS, Rexford L. Richards, Republican Commissioner in the Board of Elections, has appointed Mary E. King to replace Linda Strong with the endorsement of the Republican Party, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Chairman of the Governmental Operations Committee that there be a training period for the incumbent to work with the new appointee.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature acknowledge the appointment by Rexford L. Richards, Commissioner, Board of Elections, of Mary E. King as Clerk, Board of Elections effective March 13, 2000 for 20 hours per week at an hourly rate of $11.44 to serve at his pleasure, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the qualified applicant work in the position of Board of Elections Clerk Trainee for the period February 22-March 10, 2000 at the aforementioned salary for training purposes, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that funding for the above will be taken from current budget appropriations, it being understood there may be a need for additional funds at a later date.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 116 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – KLOPF
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that both Senior and Veterans exemptions were omitted on the tax roll for parcel 49.19-1-23 in the Town of Tyrone, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)c of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $892.80 for parcel 49.19-1-23 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $489.07 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $105.47 and to County Treasurer by $298.26, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 117 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – MYERS
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that a Senior exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 39.-1-48.111 in the Town of Tyrone, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)c of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $637.71 for parcel 39.-1-48.111 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $522.91 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $29.99 and to County Treasurer by $84.81, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 118 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL –STURTON/CLARK
WHEREAS, the property owners filed a small claims law suit to reduce their assessment on the 1999 Town of Tyrone assessment roll, and
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that the assessment for parcel 49.19-1-5.12 on the Town of Tyrone 2000 County/Town tax roll is not in accordance with the decision of the hearing officer, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)a of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect assessment of $62,100 for parcel 49.19-1-5.12 on the tax roll be reduced to the amount of $56,500 in accordance with the decision of the hearing officer, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the incorrect amount of $880.05 for parcel 49.19-1-5.12 be removed from the tax roll, and that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $800.68 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $26.60 and to County Treasurer by $52.77, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 119 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – CLARK
WHEREAS, the property owners filed a small claims law suit to reduce their assessment on the 1999 Town of Tyrone assessment roll, and
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that the assessment for parcel 49.19-1-21 on the Town of Tyrone 2000 County/Town tax roll is not in accordance with the decision of the hearing officer, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)a of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect assessment of $57,600 for parcel 49.19-1-21 on the tax roll be reduced to the amount of $46,000 in accordance with the decision of the hearing officer, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the incorrect amount of $816.27 for parcel 49.19-1-21 be removed from the tax roll, and that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $651.89 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $55.07 and to County Treasurer by $109.31, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 120 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – CICCONE
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that a Senior exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 64.12-1-9 in the Town of Reading, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)c of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $450.47 for parcel 64.12-1-9 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $225.23 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $46.99 and to County Treasurer by $178.25, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Reading Clerk/Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 121 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – AMEIGH
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that a Senior exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 53.10-2-17 in the Town of Reading, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)c of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $191.57 for parcel 53.10-2-17 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $103.05 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $18.89 and to County Treasurer by $69.63, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Reading Clerk/Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 122 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR CORRECTED TAX ROLL – LANDON
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that an assessment on the tax roll for parcel 87.-1-17.11 in the Town of Montour was based on a nonexistent improvement, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes an error in essential fact as defined in Section 550(3)b of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $1,300.77 for parcel 87.-1-17.11 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $1,076.21 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, reducing amount to Supervisor by $80.77 and to County Treasurer by $143.79, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Montour Clerk/Tax Collector and to the Odessa/Montour Central School District Treasurer.
VOTE: Passed 8-0.
NEW BUSINESS:
Legislator Bleiler stated that he would like to transfer $1,000 or a larger amount from contingency to professional fees and services to support paying a consultant for health services.
MOTION by Legislator Bleiler to support hiring a consultant for the health insurance review committee and set aside at least $1,000 from contingency to pay for the services, SECOND by Legislator Hastings. Legislator Bleiler said he has talked to a number of people or groups that might be able to help. Some of them charge by the hour and some charge a straight fee. He feels he could find someone for less than $1,000. This
motion will let him notify the health insurance review committee that the Legislature supports the hiring of a consultant. Legislator Hastings feels they should hire someone with the necessary expertise, which will save money in the long run. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes.
Legislator Marvel said Bob Lee, Village of Watkins Glen Mayor, called him about a letter he wrote to the State Senate opposing a water tax, effective April 1st to community water suppliers. He asked for our support. Legislator Marvel would like a motion to allow the Chairman of the Legislature to write a similar letter to Senator Kuhl, Assemblyman Bacalles and Governor Pataki opposing this.
MOTION by Legislator Marvel to have the Chairman of the Legislature write a letter to the State opposing the proposed water tax, SECOND by Legislator Bingell. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes.
Chairman Gifford said he would like to schedule a Legislative Committee meeting to discuss year 2000 goals. A Legislative Committee meeting was scheduled for Tuesday, February 22, 2000 at 3:00 p.m.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES:
Legislator Bleiler reported on the Management and Finance Committee. He reviewed the results of the 1999 sales tax. He also reported that the Management/Confidential Salary Plan Sub-Committee worked hard on the resolutions passed tonight. He felt it was valuable that they worked on it themselves. They really got to understand and appreciate where everyone is coming from.
Legislator Larison reported on the Fish and Wildlife Board. An increase in license fees is on their agenda again for fishing and hunting. They are no longer giving warning on these increases.
Legislator Bingell reported on the Health Services Committee. As a new legislator she has met with the employees from both Public Health and Mental Health Departments and feels they are very caring professionals. She feels it is a good idea to combine both departments under one building.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
Casey Creamer asked about the sales tax reports and how they work. The Treasurer explained the process to him.
Nancy Peters, Treasurer, stated that she received a letter from the New York State Treasurer’s Association in regards to the STAR program. Schools have raised their school tax, therefore the STAR program is not saving the taxpayers money. The State would like to see refunds given after paying the school tax. This will be a heavy burden on her office. The Treasurer’s Association is sending letters in opposition of refunds. This could go back as far as two years. If bankruptcy, it could go back five to six years. The Treasurer’s Office would have to do reports monthly. The Association has done a letter in opposition and she would like the support of the Legislature to also write a letter.
MOTION by Legislator Hastings to write a letter opposing the school tax refund proposal, SECOND by Legislator Larison. Motion carried eight ayes to zero noes.
Tom Bloodgood, Real Property Tax Director, stated that this is part of the proposed State budget and it would also be a burden to the schools, tax collectors and his office.
The Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Gail M. Hughey,
Clerk
Stacy B.
Husted, Deputy Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING
FEBRUARY 22, 2000
The February 22, 2000 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 3:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Gifford and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present except Legislator Bleiler who was excused. County Attorney Coleman was also excused.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
RESOLUTION NO. 123 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: RATIFICATION OF SPECIAL MEETING
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Special Meeting, pursuant to the call of the Clerk of the Legislature upon the direction of the Chairman, be and hereby is, ratified and approved for discussion and action upon the following item of business:
1. Authorize Memorandum of Agreement with the Administrative Unit CSEA
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 124 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT CSEA
WHEREAS, the County has obtained a grant to provide additional services to certain County residents under a program entitled Building Independence for the Long Term (BILT), and
WHEREAS, the County has decided to assign additional work to those employees represented by the Union that wish to volunteer to work hours (in addition to their regular work hours) in the BILT Program, and
WHEREAS, there is a need to enter into an agreement with the Administrative Unit CSEA setting forth, among other items, the agreed upon wage rate and overtime wage rate that employees will receive for work performed in the BILT Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature is hereby authorized to execute a Memorandum of Agreement (as attached hereto and shall be kept on file) with the Administrative Unit CSEA in regards to the BILT Program; subject to the approval of labor counsel.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
The Meeting adjourned at 3:38 P.M.
Gail M. Hughey,
Clerk
Stacy B.
Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 13, 2000
The March 13, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Acting Chairman Young. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Bleiler and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present except Chairman Gifford who was excused. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
Casey Creamer asked for an explanation on Resolution No. 164. Tom Bloodgood, Real Property Tax Director, explained that the Town of Orange needs assistance with their re-evaluation. They need to collect data on every parcel. He does not have the resources in-house, therefore he needs to hire help. Mr. Creamer asked why the Town of Orange is not contracting with Mr. Chuck Chamberlain. Tom explained that this is just one of many services his office is supplying, and he is carrying the ball.
Fred Yahn asked if the Undersheriff position was being addressed tonight. Legislator Hastings said the last time she knew the Undersheriff has not resigned yet. Mr. Yahn said he heard he was going to resign in the next 10-14 days. Legislator Hastings explained that the Undersheriff is appointed by the Sheriff and the Legislature is only responsible for the salary. She expects the resolution to be on April Regular Meeting agenda.
Casey Creamer said he saw that the Watkins Glen School District is looking for a new Superintendent for a salary of $95,000 a year. Schuyler County is offering a salary of $50-60,000 for a County Administrator. He feels the school should be offering less and the county should be offering more. He feels they are comparable positions. Acting Chairman Young said when New York State sees fit to help counties with State aid like they do the schools, then the county could have competitive salaries. Legislator Hastings said she believes that the position of Superintendent is required to have more education.
RESOLUTION NO. 125 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 18, 2000 PUBLIC HEARING, FEBRUARY 14, 2000 REGULAR MEETING AND FEBRUARY 22, 2000 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the January 18, 2000 Public Hearing, February 14, 2000 Regular Meeting and February 22, 2000 Special Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 126 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel.
RE: APPOINTMENT TO LOCAL CONDITIONAL RELEASE COMMISSION
WHEREAS, Chapter 79 of the Laws of 1989, which became effective May 1, 1998, imposes on localities release and supervision responsibilities for inmates serving definite sentences in local correctional facilities, and
WHEREAS, the aforementioned law requires that each county establish a Local Conditional Release Commission to deal with inmates serving definite sentences in local correction facilities pursuant to the law, and
WHEREAS, said law requires that appointment shall be for a period of four years, and the current Commission has indicated a need for at least one additional member.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the appointment of Karen Raplee to said Commission for a term of four years, commencing March 15, 2000 and terminating March 14, 2004.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 127 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE THE CREATION OF CORRECTION OFFICER POSITIONS FOR JAIL – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, it is necessary to have part-time correctional officers work in the Schuyler County Jail due to vacation, sick time, etc.
WHEREAS, it is necessary to create more positions at that time since previous positions have been filled, and
WHEREAS, the hourly rate for these positions is set forth in the Deputy Sheriffs Association union contract.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the creation of five (5) Correctional Officers positions in the Sheriff’s Department, to be filled on a part-time basis and within the current budget appropriations in the personal services account.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 128 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE THE CREATION OF DISPATCHER POSITIONS FOR COMMUNICATIONS CENTER – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, funds have been budgeted in the year 2000 budget for Corrections Officers to handle the extra duties of dispatch at the Communications Center, and
WHEREAS, State regulations recommend that two dispatchers be on duty at all times because of medical emergencies.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the creation of two (2) Dispatcher positions in the Sheriff’s Department at an hourly rate of $11.51, there being funds within the current budget appropriations in the personal services account.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 129 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF SERGEANT POSITION FOR JAIL – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, it is necessary to have a supervisor in the Schuyler County Jail, and
WHEREAS, the State Commission of Corrections has recommended more supervision of correctional officers and other personnel, and
WHEREAS, at the present time supervision is being conducted by one of the road patrol sergeants.
WHEREAS, the hourly rate for this position is set forth in the Deputy Sheriffs Association union contract.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the creation of a Correction Sergeant position for supervision in the County Jail, there being funds within the current budget appropriations in the personal services account.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 130 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH THE UNIFIED COURT SYSTEM FOR SECURITY – SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, Schuyler County (Sheriff’s Department) has a contract with the Unified Court System, Sixth Judicial District, to provide security for the courts, and
WHEREAS, the contract that is currently in effect for Schuyler County calls for $47,000 in reimbursement, and
WHEREAS, the Unified Court System wishes to alter the original contract from $47,000 in reimbursement to $50,000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a contract amendment and acknowledgment letter, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 131 Motion by Bingell, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH HUNT ENGINEERS FOR COUNTY ROUTE 14 AND COUNTY ROUTE 15 INTERSECTION DESIGN
WHEREAS, the present drainage system at the intersection of County Route 14 and County Route 15 is inadequate to handle high flows of water and is deteriorated, and
WHEREAS, past flooding has caused damages and expenses to all parties involved, and
WHEREAS, safety concerns have been expressed by local residents from a history of motor vehicle accidents, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee agree that it would be of best interest to re-design the intersection, and
WHEREAS, there is money available in the 2000 budget account 5020.400 Engineering to develop the design.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign the necessary documents to retain Hunt Engineers and Architects for engineering services for the County Route 14 and County Route 15 intersection design, Town of Catharine, for a contract sum of $18,000; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 132 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING VACANT AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC POSITION - HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, there is a vacant Automotive Mechanic position in the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, there is a need to hire and start training an Automotive Mechanic to fill the anticipated decline in staff that will become effective with the retirement of Fred Wheaton, and the training needed is extensive, and
WHEREAS, there is a vacant Automotive Mechanic position left when John Rekczis accepted the position of Automotive Mechanic Foreman, and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee and the Highway Superintendent recommend the filling of this position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the position of Automotive Mechanic in the Highway Department be advertised and filled immediately at the hourly rate of $ 10.73. This start rate may change with the implementation of the new contract. The funding for this position is available in the 2000 personal services budget account.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 133 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: RESOLUTION URGING THE REINSTATEMENT OF FUNDING TO CONSOLIDATED HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CHIPS)
WHEREAS, the Consolidated Highway Improvement Program (CHIPs) was created in state fiscal year 1981-1982 for the purposes of replacing a dedicated stream of motor vehicle registration fees and taxes which counties had been receiving, and
WHEREAS, CHIPs funding is based on a statutory formula using the number of county specific motor vehicle registrations and number of center line mileage, and
WHEREAS, notwithstanding the statutory formula, CHIPs payments have not been consistent and are subject to annual budget appropriations by the Governor and State Legislature, and
WHEREAS, Governor Pataki has proposed to eliminate the county share of CHIPs Operations and Maintenance funding of approximately $35 million in his Executive Budget Proposal for State Fiscal Year 2000-2001, and
WHEREAS, the Governor targeted the elimination of CHIPs maintenance funding for counties only and has preserved the funding for towns, cities (except New York City) and villages, and
WHEREAS, eliminating county operations and maintenance funding will also have a detrimental intergovernmental effect and hinder partnerships counties currently have with other units of local government, and
WHEREAS, a 1999 highway and bridge funding report published by the NYS Association of Counties, NYS Conference of Mayors, NYS Association of Towns, NYS County Highway Superintendents Association and the NYS Town Highway Superintendents Association, identifies a funding shortfall for all municipalities over and above existing levels of nearly $ 9 billion, including the City of New York, and
WHEREAS, instead of eliminating funding for local infrastructure repair, state funding should be increased significantly.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby goes on record urging the CHIPs Operations and Maintenance (O&M) funding be restored and enhanced and that the CHIPs capital funding be significantly increased to address local road and bridge deficiencies, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that during the 2000 Legislative Session, should the Governor and State Legislature advance a voter approved Transportation Bond act to go before the electorate in November 2000, Schuyler County strongly urges a greater percentage of bond proceeds be dedicated to local government projects, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Schuyler County shall forward copies of this Resolution to Governor George E. Pataki, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles, NYSAC, Inter-County Association of Western New York and all others deemed necessary and proper.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 134 Motion by Hastings, Second by Bingell.
RE: ACCEPT BID FOR NEW AND UNUSED 2000 TRI-AXLE LIVE BOTTOM TRAILER
WHEREAS, the Highway Department is in need of a new and unused 2000 Tri-Axle Live Bottom Trailer, and
WHEREAS, advertisement for bids of the same where made and opened at the Bid Opening on February 9, 2000, and
WHEREAS, one bid was received.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Schuyler County Highway Superintendent, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid:
Tracey Road Equipment $ 51,989.00
6803 Manlius Center Road
East Syracuse, NY 13057
It is understood that funding for this equipment is appropriated accordingly in the Highway’s 2000 budget.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 135 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF COUNTY ROAD 13 BRIDGE OVER BANFIELD CREEK BIN# 3332300
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and Public Works Committee directed the Legislative Clerk to advertise for bids for the construction of County Road 13 Bridge over Banfield Creek, B.I.N.# 3332300, and
WHEREAS, bids were opened February 9, 2000 and reviewed with the recommendation being made by Hunt Engineers to accept the low bid from G. DeVincentis & Son Construction Company, Inc.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby accept the low bid from G. DeVincentis & Son Construction Company, Inc. for the construction of the County Road 13 Bridge over Banfield Creek, B.I.N. #3332300 at the low bid price of $146,000.00, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all other bids received be hereby rejected, with a note of appreciation for their participation, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $13,500 from account no. 5112.569 to account no. 5120.583 to cover the full cost of the project.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 136 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT JUNK – CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Civil Service Department has a unusable chair.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said chair as junk, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said chair and dispose in the proper manner.
One (1) Chair, green cloth, with arms, on casters.
Asset #3028
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 137 Motion by Marvel, Second by Larison.
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT JUNK – SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Social Services Department has outdated, unusable computers and,
WHEREAS, repair costs to said computers are unjustified.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computers as junk, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said computers and dispose in the proper manner.
One (1) Digital Computer 851WW S/N KA507SWKZ2
One (1) IBM Computer 55SX S/N AN09SA8555
One (1) Unisys NYS 386 S/N P377877071
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 138 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison.
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT JUNK – PROBATION DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Probation Department has an outdated, unusable Okidata laser printer and a Sanyo dictaphone which was sent in for repairs and cannot be fixed, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said printer and dictaphone as junk, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said printer and dictaphone and dispose in the proper manner.
One (1) Okidata Laser Printer S/N 611A1115909
One (1) Sanyo Dictaphone
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 139 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison.
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT JUNK – PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Public Health Department has an outdated, unusable chair and a VCR and,
WHEREAS, repair costs to said VCR and chair are unjustified.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said chair and VCR as junk, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said chair and VCR and dispose in the proper manner.
One (1) RCA VHS Video Recorder S/N 732516454
One (1) Green Vinyl Chair with Arms Asset #2745
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 140 Motion by Karius, Second by Larison.
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Public Health Department has outdated, unusable computer, monitor, and fax machine and,
WHEREAS, cost to update said computer, monitor and fax are unjustified.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computer, monitor and fax as surplus, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said computer, monitor and fax and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction.
One (1) Murata Fax Machine S/N 04-1990
One (1) Acer Monitor S/N M134t246686P1
One (1) Duracom Computer S/N 714
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 141 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel.
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – VETERANS DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Veterans Department has an outdated, unusable computer and printer and,
WHEREAS, said computer and printer are not usable and have been replaced.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computers as surplus, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said computers and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction.
One (1) Serendipity Computer S/N ACC032658
One (1) Okidata Printer S/N 806A0030727
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
WITHDRAWN
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Social Services Department has outdated, unusable computers and,
WHEREAS, costs to update said computers are unjustified.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computers as surplus, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor transfer said computers as set forth below and dispose of as deemed appropriate in the future.
One (1) Digital Monitor Model PCXCV-GC S/N
1K41020194 Transfer to Civil Service
One (1) Digital Monitor Model PCXCV-GC S/N 1K45081732 Transfer to Civil
Service
One (1) Digital Computer Model 742WW S/N KA425AAZN5 Transfer to Civil
Service
One (1) Digital Computer Model 742WW S/N KA425AAZN7 Transfer to Civil
Service
One (1) Digital Computer Model 851WW S/N KZ510TZMM1 Transfer to Central
Data Processing
One (1) Digital Monitor Model PCXCV-GC S/N 1K45081943 Transfer to Central
Data Processing
One (1) Digital Monitor Model PCXCV-GC S/N 1K41020550 Transfer to Central
Data Processing
One (1) Samsung Monitor Model CVM4967P S/N H1BF202406 Transfer to Central
Data Processing
One (1) Samsung Monitor Model Synemaster S/N H2HDB00944 Transfer to Central
Data Processing
One (1) Okidata Laser Printer Model OL400E S/N 407A0187701 Transfer to
Central Data Processing
One (1) Okidata Laser Printer Model OL400E S/N 506A1023246 Transfer to
Central Data Processing
One (1) Okidata Laser Printer Model OL400E S/N 309A0073922 Transfer to
Veterans Services
One (1) Digital Computer Model Venturis S/N KA510TZML9 Transfer to Storage
Rm. 208
One (1) Digital Monitor Model PCXCV-GE S/N 1K50495430 Transfer to Storage
Rm. 208
RESOLUTION NO. 142 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel.
RE: DECLARE CENSUS 2000 PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the next Decennial Census will be taken in the year 2000, and political representation to the United States House of Representatives, state legislatures, and local government is determined by the Decennial Census, and
WHEREAS, a complete count of all residents is necessary for county and community governments and agencies to obtain funding for essential services and programs, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County recognizes the importance of the census and the equal importance of each resident in the 2000 Census count, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has agreed to be one of 39,000 government entities in partnership with the U.S. Bureau of the Census, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County recognizes the need for county government, business, education, religious organizations, community-based organizations and other not-for-profit agencies to participate in activities that will create census awareness in our county and inform, educate, motivate, and persuade the county residents that it is necessary and important for them to complete and return their census forms, and
WHEREAS, the Census Bureau needs workers to ensure that everyone receives a census form.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Schuyler County proclaims full support of and participation in Census 2000 and encourages all entities in the county to work to educate the population about the importance of the census, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Schuyler County encourages residents to apply for census jobs and urges all residents to complete and return their census forms by Census Day, April 1, 2000.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 143 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH GROUP INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION SERVICE/AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS – GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE
WHEREAS, the County has created a Health Insurance Review Committee in which one member is to be a health insurance consultant,
WHEREAS, the Health Insurance Review Committee has researched its options and recommends hiring Group Insurance Administration Service to assist them with their charge.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a Letter of Agreement with Group Insurance Administration Service for research, analysis and advice regarding the county’s group health insurance review at a cost of $3,200 ($80 per hour) for a term of three months, Agreement subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be authorized to transfer $3,200 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Legislative account 1010.435-Professional Fees and Services to pay said Agreement.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 144 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES - MELCHIONE
WHEREAS, application for a refund of 2000 real property taxes has been made in accordance with Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) stating that an amount of $343.38 was incorrectly placed on the 2000 County/Town tax roll for parcel 50.-1-32 in the Town of Tyrone, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes an error in essential fact as defined in Section 550(3)(a) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $197.73 for the above parcel, and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a corrected bill be sent to the taxpayer by the County Treasurer which indicates a balance due of $24.59 for the second installment after applying the installment payment of $175.12, and that the Reserve for Uncollectible be charged $46.17 and the Town of Tyrone charged back $23.26, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Watkins Glen Central School District be charged back $70.52, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Tyrone Clerk/Tax Collector and the Watkins Glen Central School District.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 145 Motion by Hastings, Second by Marvel.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES - BROCKWAY
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 556 of the Real Property Tax law (RPTL) alleging that an Aged Exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 65.9-3-3 in the Town of Dix, in the Village of Watkins Glen, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(c) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $429.02 for parcel 65.9-3-3 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $257.42 for the above parcel and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a corrected bill be sent to the taxpayer by the County Treasurer which indicates the balance due for the second installment after applying the installment payment of $218.80, along with a copy of this resolution, and that the Reserve for Uncollectible Taxes be charged $133.38 and the Town of Dix charged back $38.22, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Dix Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 146 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES - SGRECCI
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that an Aged Exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 85.-1-47.11 the Town of Dix, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(c) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $732.83 for parcel 85.-1-47.11 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $567.17 for the above parcel , and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and that the County Treasurer be hereby directed to issue a refund in the amount of $165.66, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer charge the Reserve for Uncollectible Taxes for $115.43, the Town of Dix for $50.23 for the Town tax, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Dix Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 147 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES - GIBBONS
WHEREAS, application has been made in accordance with Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that an Aged Exemption was omitted on the tax roll for parcel 64.8-1-14 in the Town of Reading, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the application and has determined that this error constitutes a clerical error as defined in Section 550(2)(c) of the RPTL and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the incorrect amount of $591.24 for parcel 64.8-1-14 be removed from the tax roll, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2000 County/Town tax roll be corrected to reflect a tax due amount of $442.32 for the above parcel, that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and the County Treasurer is authorized to issue a refund in the amount of $148.92, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer charge the Reserve for Uncollectible Taxes for $117.15, the Town of Reading for $31.77 for the Town tax, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the Town of Reading Clerk/Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 148 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN LETTERS OF AGREEMENT WITH THE VILLAGES FOR THE COUNTY TO PROVIDE TAX BILL PROCESSING
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign letters of agreement with the Villages of Montour Falls, Odessa, and Watkins Glen, for the County to provide tax bill processing for the year 2000 at the rate of twenty-five cents per bill, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 149 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 2000 PROVIDING FOR THE PARTICIPATION OF THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER IN THE TOWN OF DIX WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT CREATION PROCESS AND FOR THE PROVISION OF CERTAIN SERVICES AND FUNDS TO THE TOWN OF DIX IN FURTHERANCE THEREOF
WHEREAS, there is a need for an agreement between the County of Schuyler and the Town of Dix for the provisions of creating a water and sewer district.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 4 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on April 10, 2000 at 7:15 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY.
LOCAL LAW INTRO NO. 4 OF THE YEAR
2000
A Local Law providing for the participation of The County of Schuyler in The Town of Dix Water and Sewer District Creation Process and for the provision of certain services and funds to The Town of Dix in furtherance thereof.
SECTION 1. HISTORY AND INTENT.
The Town of Dix is the site of one of New York State’s most popular tourist destinations. Watkins Glen International’s annual racing schedule attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors and contributes in excess of $176,000,000 annually to this State’s economy and significantly impacts the limited infrastructure resources available in the rural township. In fact, two of the most important municipal amenities do not exist to service ever-growing numbers of visitors, participants and support staff. The Town has no municipal water or sewer and has undertaken a project in accordance with Article 12 of the Town Law to create water and sewer districts serving the Watkins Glen International facility and environs. Given the sheer number of people in attendance throughout a season and the limited hydrological and site sewage disposal capabilities available through private means, the Schuyler County Legislature finds that the County of Schuyler has definite public health, safety and economic interests at stake in the future of the racing facilities in The Town of Dix. The Legislature further finds that any serious breakdown in the private on-premises water and septic facilities could create a critical public health and safety situation and, if prolonged, an economic catastrophe. Additionally, fire protection, law enforcement and traffic control would be materially adversely affected in the event of a utility shortage or cessation.
Accordingly, the Schuyler County Legislature has determined it to be in the general public interest county-wide that the county and its agencies lend all possible aid and assistance to The Town of Dix in creating water and sewer districts to service the Watkins Glen International facilities and other district users to include private residences and a proposed business park.
SECTION 2. AUTHORIZATION.
The County of Schuyler and all of its officers, agencies and employees shall be and hereby are authorized to provide such support, services, materials and funds as the County Legislature shall hereafter determine in support of The Town of Dix water and sewer districts abovementioned.
SECTION 3. FUNDING
Funds may be advanced against grants, directed to the Town through the County or appropriated directly by the County to either the Town or third parties, provided however, that all such funding shall be approved by the Schuyler County Legislature and the Schuyler County Treasurer and shall otherwise be in accordance with applicable law and regulations.
SECTION 4. INTERMUNICIPAL AGREEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE 5-G OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW.
The County of Schuyler is authorized to enter into an intermunicipal cooperation agreement with The Town of Dix for the purpose of carrying out the intent hereof in providing assistance and support to the town in creating water and sewer districts, development of project timetables, planning and oversight, the letting of contracts, solicitation of proposals, administration, financing, the physical installation of facilities and infrastructure improvements and related activities, provided however, that nothing herein shall be construed as authorizing a pledge of the full faith and credit of the County of Schuyler toward any bonds, notes or other instruments of public debt arising in consequence of said water and sewer district project.
SECTION 5. SEPARABILITY OF PROVISION.
If any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section or part of this Local Law shall be adjudged by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such judgement, decree or order shall not affect, impair or invalidate the remainder thereof, but shall be confined in its operation of the clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section, or part thereof directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment, decree or order shall be been rendered.
SECTION 6. This Local Law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Marvel asked how this Local Law will benefit the county. County Attorney Coleman explained that the Local Law is written so the county can apply for funds on behalf of the town. The town will always be the principal. Legislator Hastings asked if the county would have the right to request grant money at any time. Attorney Coleman said the law is clear. With this kind of improvement district, everything is under the town only. Legislator Marvel asked if the county could still spend the grant money it applied for and was awarded. Attorney Coleman said yes, as long as it is not county dollars. Legislator Marvel asked Mr. Coleman to the best of his knowledge and research, does this Local Law cover anything the county will be asked to do. Attorney Coleman said yes, this Local Law has all things proper to make the project happen without spending county dollars.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 150 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPOINTMENTS – SCHUYLER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature approves Chairman Gifford’s appointment to the Schuyler County Planning Commission for the term March 1, 2000 through March 31, 2002, as follows:
Member Representing
Hal Burrall Business
George Conway Tourism
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 151 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL FOR THE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE & FARM PESTICIDE COLLECTION DAY
WHEREAS, the County has received a grant from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and has appropriated monies in its 2000 budget for a household hazardous waste collection program, and
WHEREAS, the Recycling/Solid Waste Office of Cornell Cooperative Extension has issued a Request for
Proposals for said program with the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that upon recommendation of the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee, the Recycling/Solid Waste Office of Cornell Cooperative Extension, and the Schuyler County Attorney, this Legislature hereby accept the proposal from Safety Kleen (Northeast), Inc. in the amount of $7,000 for a Household Hazardous Waste and Farm Pesticide Collection Day to be held on May 20, 2000 at the Schuyler County Highway Department, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be and hereby is, authorized to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the above referenced proposal acceptance; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 152 Motion by Karius, Second by Hastings.
RE: AUTHORIZE GRANT EXTENSION – AGRICULTURAL AND FARMLAND PROTECTION PLANNING GRANT – CONTRACT #C010030
WHEREAS, the County has received a grant from the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets for Agricultural and Farmland Protection Planning, and
WHEREAS, the grant period has been extended from December 14, 1999 to March 31, 2001.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an agreement with the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets, Contract #C010030 to allow the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Planning grant to be extended until March 31, 2001, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 153 Motion by Karius, Second by Hastings.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 3 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 1978 REGARDING WRITTEN NOTICE OF DEFECTS AND OBSTRUCTIONS
WHEREAS, Local Law No. 2 of 1978 provides for written notification of defects and obstructions on county highways maintained by the County of Schuyler in the County of Schuyler, and
WHEREAS, Local Law No. 2 of 1978 needs to be amended to include streets, sidewalks, crosswalks, and parking lots.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 3 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on April 10, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY.
LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 3
OF THE YEAR 2000
A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 2 of 1978 regarding written notice of defects and obstruction (amended text in bold print).
SECTION 1. No civil action shall be maintained against the County of Schuyler, the Schuyler County Superintendent of Highways, or any employee of the County of Schuyler for damages or injuries to person or property sustained by reason of any street, highway, bridge, culvert, sidewalk, crosswalk, or parking lot being defective, out of repair, unsafe, dangerous, or obstructed unless written notice of such defective, unsafe, dangerous or obstructed condition of such street, highway, bridge, culvert, sidewalk, crosswalk or parking lot was actually given to the Schuyler County Superintendent of Highways or the Schuyler County Clerk, and there was a failure or neglect within a reasonable time after the giving of such notice to repair or remove the defect, danger or obstruction complained of; but no action shall be maintained for damages or injuries to person or property sustained solely in consequence of the existence of snow or ice upon any town, state, or county street, highway, bridge, culvert, sidewalk crosswalk or parking lot, unless written notice thereof, specifying the particular place, was actually given to the Schuyler County Superintendent of Highways or the Schuyler County Clerk and there was a failure or neglect to cause such snow or ice to be removed, to make the place otherwise reasonably safe within a reasonable time after receipt of such notice.
SECTION 4. This local law shall take effect immediately upon its filing in the office of the Secretary of State in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 154 Motion by Karius, Second by Hastings.
RE: SUPPORT OF HEALTHY HEART GRANT - PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, Schuyler County Public Health is participating in a multi-county Healthy Heart Program initiative, with Chemung County as the lead agency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature supports the efforts of the Public Health Agency in this initiative.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 155 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SUSANNA RUTSKI FOR EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM SERVICES AND PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION SPEECH THERAPY
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Early Intervention Program must contract with providers to provide early intervention services to eligible children from birth through age two as required by the New York State Department of Health, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County must provide Speech therapy to eligible preschool children according to Section 4410 of the Education Law, and
WHEREAS, Susanna Rutski is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and will provide these services to eligible preschool children.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is, authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve an ongoing contract with Susanna Rutski, to provide EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICES, effective April 1, 2000, at rates set by the New York State Department of Health, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is, authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve an ongoing contract with Susanna Rutski to provide preschool SPEECH THERAPY services from April 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001; both contracts subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 156 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH DR. STEPHEN A. SPAULDING FOR PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED CHILDREN’S PROGRAM MEDICAL DIRECTOR
WHEREAS, the Public Health Department may contract with Dr. Stephen A. Spaulding for his services as Medical Director for the Physically Handicapped Children’s Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is, authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve a contract to be renewed annually with Dr. Stephen A. Spaulding for his services as Medical Director at the rate of fifty dollars per hour ($50/hour) from January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 157 Motion by Larison, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH JOHN C.T. HAYES FOR LEGAL SERVICES TO THE SOUTHERN TIER REGIONAL SPECIAL NEEDS PROJECT – MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, there is a need for legal services to the Southern Tier Regional Special Needs Project, of which Schuyler County is a participating county, and
WHEREAS, funding is available in the Southern Tier Regional Special Needs Project budget for these services, which will be forwarded to the Schuyler County Mental Health Clinic, and
WHEREAS, there are no county dollars involved in this transaction.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve, a contract with John C.T. Hayes for legal services to the Southern Tier Regional Special Needs Project, in an amount not to exceed $7,500, effective immediately, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Legislature authorize the amendment to the 2000 County Budget as follows:
Contractual
Services 4310.435 +$7,500
Other Mental
Health Income 4310-1689 +$7,500
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 158 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING REGISTERED NURSE PART-TIME – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, there is a vacancy in the Registered Nurse part-time position at the Public Health Agency, which has been vacant for more than 90 days, and
WHEREAS, there is a need to fill said vacancy, which is included in the 2000 County Budget personal services account.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the filling of the Registered Nurse part-time vacancy, $13.40 Hour, Grade XXIII, in the Public Health Agency, effective immediately.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 159 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPROVE REVISED SLIDING FEE SCHEDULE – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, the Public Health Sliding Fee Schedule has been reviewed and updated.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the implementation of the new Sliding Fee Schedule effective 4/1/00.
SCHUYLER COUNTY HOME HEALTH AGENCY SLIDING FEE SCALE
(Based on the S2AY Rural Health Network Sliding Fee Scale)
|
FAMILY SIZE |
MONTHLY INCOME (100% FPL) |
MONTHLY INCOME (100%-125% FPL) |
MONTHLY INCOME (125-150% FPL) |
MONTHLY INCOME (150-175% FPL) |
MONTHLY INCOME (175-200% FPL) |
MONTHLY INCOME (200-250% FPL) |
MONTHLY INCOME (250+% FPL) |
|
1 |
*$0-$687 |
688-859 |
860-1,031 |
1,032-1,202 |
1,203-1,374 |
1,375-1,718 |
$1,719 + ABOVE |
|
2 |
*0-922 |
923-1,153 |
1,154-1,383 |
1,384-1,614 |
1,615-1,844 |
1,845-2,305 |
2,306 + ABOVE |
|
3 |
*0-1,157 |
1,158-1,446 |
1,447-1,736 |
1,737-2,025 |
2,026-2,314 |
2,315-2,893 |
2,894 + ABOVE |
|
4 |
*0-1,392 |
1,393-1,740 |
1,741-2,088 |
2,089-2,436 |
2,437-2,784 |
2,785-3,480 |
3,481 + ABOVE |
SLIDING FEE SCALE
|
Skilled Nursing |
$5.00 |
10% of Fee |
20% of Fee |
30% of Fee |
40% of Fee |
50% of Fee |
Full Fee |
|
Physical Therapy |
$5.00 |
10% of Fee |
20% of Fee |
30% of Fee |
40% of Fee |
50% of Fee |
Full Fee |
|
Speech Therapy |
$5.00 |
10% of Fee |
20% of Fee |
30% of Fee |
40% of Fee |
50% of Fee |
Full Fee |
|
Occupat. Therapy |
$5.00 |
10% of Fee |
20% of Fee |
30% of Fee |
40% of Fee |
50% of Fee |
Full Fee |
|
Social Worker |
$5.00 |
10% of Fee |
20% of Fee |
30% of Fee |
40% of Fee |
50% of Fee |
Full Fee |
|
Personal Care Aide |
$1.00 |
10% of Fee |
20% of Fee |
30% of Fee |
40% of Fee |
50% of Fee |
Full Fee |
|
Home Health Aide |
$2.00 |
10% of Fee |
20% of Fee |
30% of Fee |
40% of Fee |
50% of Fee |
Full Fee |
o Adult Medicaid Leave (85% FPL) Inform Patient of Probable Eligibility
o FPL = Federal Poverty Level
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 160 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT BETWEEN SCHUYLER COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES AND SCHUYLER COUNTY CHAPTER NYSARC, INC. FOR TRANSPORTATION
WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services is periodically in need of specialized transportation services including the use of wheelchair lift vehicles for transporting recipients of services through the Department of Social Services, and
WHEREAS, the Arc of Schuyler County is an approved contract carrier through the NYS Department of Transportation and have specialized transportation services available.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to sign a contract with Schuyler County Chapter NYSARC, Inc. for transportation services for Social Services clients for non-medical purposes for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000 at the rate of $1.32 per mile, funding for said contract in the Department’s 2000 budget in account no. 6010.313-Non-Medical Transportation; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 161 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR FOOD CARRIERS – OFFICE FOR THE AGING
WHEREAS, there is a need to purchase more food carriers for home-delivered meals, and
WHEREAS, there are monies available in the Office for the Aging .401 account, and said monies must be expended by March 31, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $800 from Office for the Aging account no. 6772.401-Miscellaneous Contractual to account no. 6772.200-Equipment for the purchase of four food carriers.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 162 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT – LEGISLATURE
WHEREAS, the Ascentia laptop computer in the Legislative Office has experienced mechanical failure and is unreliable, and
WHEREAS, the computer is no longer under warranty, and the cost for repair is unjustified ($330 for the part plus labor and shipping), and
WHEREAS, Ascentia has been bought out by Gateway and will honor warranties, but equipment no longer under warranty is being addressed with no estimated time for completion, and
WHEREAS, this piece of equipment is essential for the efficient operation of the Legislative Office, and
WHEREAS, there is $400 remaining in the Legislative equipment budget that can be used towards this purchase.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $1,900 from Contingency account no. 1990.5 to Legislative account no. 1010.207 for the purchase of a new laptop computer.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 163 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR SOFTWARE – HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
WHEREAS, there are insufficient funds in the Administration account 5010.278 to cover the expense of the Equipment Rental Rates Blue Book Software, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent and the Public Works Committee have agreed that there is a need to update the Equipment Rental Rates that are used by the towns and villages as well as the county highway departments.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer $610.00 from 5010.431 to 5010.278, and authorize the Highway Superintendent to purchase the necessary Rental Rate Blue Book Computer Software.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 164 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT FOR DATA COLLECTION SERVICES – REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a contract with Charles Chamberlain for data collection services in the Town of Orange at the rate of $8 per parcel, for the year 2000, in a total amount not to exceed $7,000, contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 165 Motion by Hastings, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE AN AMENDED CONTRACT FOR LEGAL SERVICES – DISTRICT ATTORNEY
WHEREAS, there is currently a contract for legal services between the District Attorney and John C. T. Hayes with a term of January 1, 1998 through December 31, 2001, and
WHEREAS, the District Attorney has requested an increase in monthly payments made under the contract to $1,208.34 per month, or an annual total of $14,500, said increase approved and in the 2000 budget in account no. 1165.435.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute an amended contract with John C. T. Hayes for legal services for the District Attorney’s Office for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001 at a monthly payment of $1,208.34, or an annual total of $14,500; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 166 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE ONE (1) ADDITIONAL RESOLUTION BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR
BE IT RESOLVED, that one (1) additional resolution be brought to the floor.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 167 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF TAXES – CLARK/STURTON
WHEREAS, application for a correction of the 2000 Tax Roll has been made in accordance with Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) alleging that an Aged Exemption was omitted on the Tax Roll for parcel #49.19-1-5.12, and
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Director has reviewed the bill and has determined that this error constitutes an error in essential fact as defined by Section 550(2)(C) of the RPTL, and has recommended that the application be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application is hereby approved and that the 2000 Town and County Tax Roll be corrected to reflect a tax due of $440.33 for the above parcel, and that the warrant be adjusted accordingly, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer charge the Reserve for Uncollectible Taxes for $266.22 and charge back the Town of Tyrone $94.13 for the Town Tax, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Town of Tyrone Tax Collector.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
NEW BUSINESS:
Acting Chairman Young stated that the Legislature received a letter from Tioga County in regards to a Senate Bill that would, in non-charter counties, empower local governments to provide for the appointment and removal of the Director of Community Services rather than the Community Services Board. Legislator Hastings said that Tioga County is having difficulties with their Mental Health Department. She would prefer that our Mental Health Director give us some input on this. Duane Spilde, Director of Community Services, said he agrees with Legislator Hastings about Tioga County. He feels the current law and procedure are adequate. He also feels the Community Services Board keeps themselves informed. While the law does authorize the Community Services Board (CSB) to appoint and remove the Director of Community Services, it is subject to the final approval of the Legislature. He knows the history of Tioga County and does not feel it is warranted or necessary. Legislator Hastings feels the Legislature should have some feedback from the CSB. Legislator Bleiler asked if this bill would eliminate the old one. Duane said he believes it would replace the current law, yes. Acting ChairmanYoung asked the pleasure of the board. Tioga County is looking for an answer by March 17, 2000.
MOTION by Legislator Hastings to not support the bill, SECOND by Legislator Karius. Legislator Bleiler stated that he is just seeing this for the first time tonight and he will have to abstain on the vote. Motion carried six ayes to zero noes. Abstain: Bleiler.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
MOTION by Legislator Hastings to request an executive session following the meeting to discuss possible litigation, SECOND by Legislator Karius. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
Legislator Hastings requested that a plaque be made listing the families that were given the Year of the Family award in 1998 while she was Chairman. MOTION by Legislator Larison to find money in the budget to purchase a plaque, SECOND by Legislator Bingell. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
Acting ChairmanYoung stated that the Environmental Management Council (EMC) is looking for members. Legislator Hastings asked if an ad could be placed in the paper asking for members. The Clerk said she would work with Cooperative Extension. Nancy Peters, Treasurer, said her husband has made it known that he would be happy to serve on the EMC.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES:
Legislator Hastings reported on the Public Safety/Criminal Justice Committee. She made a statement for the record. It will be tough to fill Phil Barnes shoes as Undersheriff. He is a wonderful person and had the ability to deal with people and was on a lot of outside committees.
Legislator Bleiler reported on the Management and Finance Committee. He stated that the sales tax revenue is a little under where the county should be at this time. He also reported that the Health Insurance Review Committee has been hard at work. They met with GHI and Blue Cross Blue Shield and a Doctors Association called TTAP. Currently they are in the process of doing a survey for the employees to fill out. When the committee is done, if they do not have a cost savings it will not be because they have not tried.
Legislator Larison reported that he is delighted to hear that there will be no water tax charge from the State.
Legislator Marvel reported on the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee. At the last Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (SCIDA) meeting, the agency adopted a policy on trying to improve agriculture business in the community. With a 100% tax abatement, they are trying to get the farming industry going for new businesses to compliment the wine industry.
Legislator Bingell reported on the Health Services Committee. Currently the Home Health Agency is doing blood pressure screening. She also announced that it is colon cancer month and there are free kits available in Public Health.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
Fred Yahn asked what the current timeline is for the Water/Sewer District. Legislator Marvel explained that because the Town of Dix has taken over, the timeline may have changed. The target date was originally for May or June, 2000. It could be behind by a month or two now that things have changed hands.
PRESENTATION BY MICHELLE BENJAMIN ON RECYCLING:
Michelle introduced herself as the Recycling/Solid Waste Coordinator for the Schuyler County Cornell Cooperative Extension Office. She informed the public that there will be a Household Hazardous Waste Day coming up in May along with Radon education. She has seen a big change in recycling over the last ten years. In 1994 recycling leveled off. She is currently running a program called Seniors Teaching Environmental Programs to Students (STEPS). She explained some of the things they do in the schools to show how recycling can make a difference. She brings in a bag of garbage and goes over each item with the students to show them what can be recycled and what can not.
MOTION by Legislator Hastings to go into executive session to discuss possible litigation, SECOND by Legislator Karius. Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
MOTION by Legislator Larison to come out of executive session, SECOND by Legislator Bingell Motion carried seven ayes to zero noes.
The Meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m.
Gail M. Hughey,
Clerk
Stacy B. Husted,
Deputy Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING
MARCH 15, 2000
The Public Hearing on the Schuyler County Community Development Block Grant application was called to order by Acting Chairman Hastings at 6:30 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers. All Legislators were present except for Chairman Gifford and Legislator Karius who were excused.
Acting Chairman Hastings turned the meeting over to Brian Williams from Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED). Brian explained that the Empire State Community Development Corporation issued applications for the U.S. Small Cities program. This is their first year of administering this program. Schuyler County has authorized SCOPED to submit an application on their behalf. One of the requirements of the application is to allow the public to comment on community development needs in preparation of the application. Brian made the SCOPED Action Plan available for review, as well as SCOPED’s Vision and Mission Statement. These documents are available for public review in both the SCOPED and Legislative Offices. The U.S. Small Cities Program used to call for the development of an abbreviated consolidated plan. The only requirement now is a brief community development needs analysis, which is to be kept on file. Brian briefly reviewed the goals listed under SCOPED’s Mission Statement and explained that the full Action Plan takes each of these goals and lists specific ways to meet them. There will be a subsequent public hearing after the application is complete. This public hearing will be held on April 5, 2000 at 6:30 p.m. at the Rural Urban Center Auditorium in Montour Falls. Mary King asked what entity authorized SCOPED to act in this capacity? Brian explained that SCOPED is a not-for-profit organization made up of public and private membership and they have been authorized by the Legislature to be the official economic development agency for the county. The Legislature will formally approve the grant application. There will be a grant application prepared for the second public hearing. Mary King feels a truck bypass would be a great idea for this area. This would bring vehicle traffic through the town without the congestion of truck traffic. There was discussion on how this idea was discussed in the past, the possibility of I86 changing the complexion of Route 14 and the fact that it takes the state 10-15 years to see a projection through to completion. Legislator Young asked what types of businesses are envisioned to go into the business park? Brian said that the feasibility study identified such businesses as high tech development, warehousing, office space, but no industry. Acting Chairman Hastings asked why Chemung County is better able to attract businesses, and referenced the vacant Jamesway property. Brian noted that the business park will hopefully help attract different businesses. Susan Payne explained that the biggest problem in Schuyler County is the lack of shovel-ready sites. Chemung County has more of these types of sites to offer. Brian also noted that an issue with the Jamesway property is the restrictive zoning laws. The business park would have regulations in place to allow a multitude of different businesses. Legislator Young noted that along Franklin Street, the upstairs of the buildings appear to be empty. It seems to her that those spaces could be used for office space. She is not aware of the ownership issues or the structural concerns. Susan Payne said the biggest problem is the individual ownership of the buildings. Renovation of those older buildings is a huge expense. Susan added that one of the items in SCOPED’s Action Plan is to come up with a comprehensive plan which might qualify the project for grants. The Action Plan suggests village revitalization plans for all the villages, they all have similar issues. SCOPED is working with the county planning office on the comprehensive plan which is underway and also the Watkins Glen Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan. They are involved with both of those efforts. One hope of the business park is to attract employees that make a fair wage who will have housing needs and this will instigate housing efforts. Mary King asked if the villages are working in cooperation with the county? Brian said there is the county comprehensive plan that they have been doing a lot of background work on and they are going to go out to the villages and the towns as part of their presentation. There should be public notices out on that in the next few months. SCOPED’s membership consists of one individual to represent the four villages and two individuals to represent the county. Legislator Marvel feels because of SCOPED there is a more coordinated effort than in the past. Brian also noted that SCOPED reports to the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee of the Legislature on a monthly basis.
The Public Hearing adjourned at 7:07 p.m.
Gail M. Hughey, Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING
APRIL 5, 2000
The Public Hearing on the Schuyler County Community Development Block Grant application was called to order by Acting Chairman Young at 6:30 p.m. at the Rural Urban Center, Montour Falls, New York. All Legislators were present except for Chairman Gifford who was absent and Legislator Hastings who was excused.
Acting Chairman Young turned the meeting over to Brian Williams from Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED). Brian explained that this is the second public hearing that Schuyler County has conducted in regards to the Empire State Community Development Block Grant Small Cities program. The first public hearing was held on March 15, 2000 to hear issues people might have on economic development. After that public hearing was over, SCOPED could then proceed with the application process. SCOPED is now working on the application and receiving information from partners and officials. The amount they are requesting is $600,000 for an economic development project involving the extension of water and sewer within the Town of Dix in order to promote a business park and to also benefit the residents along the route. The county will have an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Dix to provide assistance and support to the Town with this project. The county also has a contract with SCOPED for grant administration, therefore, the county can turn the funds over to the Town of Dix. This falls in line with SCOPED’s two-year Action Plan to create jobs and promote tourism. Watkins Glen International has expressed an interest in the
project. They are currently operating with substandard sewer and water facilities. They have to rely on failing wells and an unreliable spring. The proposed business park should provide 200 to 300 jobs. The Legislature will formally approve the grant application by resolution on April 10, 2000. Brian made the SCOPED Action Plan available for review, a project description and features document, as well as a facts and information for Town of Dix residents document. These documents are available for public review in both the SCOPED and Legislative Offices.
Legislator Marvel asked Brian why the county is applying for these funds and not the Town of Dix. Brian explained that the Town of Dix could only apply for $400,000. Empire State allows the county to apply because of the intermunicipal agreement. Brian added that this grant program is interested in providing job opportunities for low and middle-income individuals. It should also put an emphasis on hiring at Watkins Glen International for low and middle-income individuals. Legislator Marvel asked Brian if he has received any feedback from Empire State on this application. Brian said he feels there is a good indication and chance the county will receive this money.
Legislator Young asked what stage the formation is in, in regards to the 24 steps to create the district. Legislator Marvel stated that they are at item 1 now. Brian explained that the Town of Dix Board has authorized an engineering study and the funds are already committed to the town from this grant. Legislator Marvel stated that the Town of Dix has authorized and allowed request for proposals for engineering, however, they have not selected the firm. They are trying to clarify whether or not they need to hold a public referendum. Brian explained that there are currently two petitions asking for a public referendum from the residents.
The Public Hearing adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
Stacy B. Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 10, 2000
The April 10, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Marvel and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present except Legislators Hastings and Larison who were excused. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PRESENTATIONS:
Charlie Fausold from Cornell Cooperative Extension presented the Farm Family of the Year award to the Sawmill Creek Vineyards, Jim Hazlitt and his family.
Charlie Fausold also presented the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan along with Ben Dickens Chair of the Agriculture and Farmland Board. There has been a need for this plan since 1991. A few farmers in Hector decided to start things by creating an Agricultural District back then. With help from Cornell Cooperative Extension, Agricultural District #1 became a reality in 1995. It is entirely made up of the Town of Hector. Since then Agricultural District #2 and #3 have been adopted. Now a plan can take place with all three districts in order. This allows for the fullest protection for local farmers. Mr. Dickens wanted to personally and publicly thank the Agriculture and Farmland Board, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County and the Shepstone Firm who helped with the development of the plan. Mr. Shepstone presented the plan for approval. He then previewed the plan for the legislators. He has enjoyed working with the community in Schuyler County.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 4 OF THE YEAR 2000 PROVIDING FOR THE PARTICIPATION OF THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER IN THE TOWN OF DIX WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT CREATION PROCESS AND FOR THE PROVISION OF CERTAIN SERVICES AND FUNDS TO THE TOWN OF DIX IN FURTHERANCE THEREOF: Bill Hayes said he is interested in reading the actual proposal. He informed the Legislature that some individuals have requested a permissive referendum due to the lack of interest to participate. They are angry and want it known that the district is not wanted. He would hate to see this district move along for months and have the final vote fail by the residents. He himself is not interested in the district. He does believe the local law is true, Watkins Glen International (WGI) is huge and they are in need of this district. The local law states that the Legislature is doing this to support WGI and others to include private residents and a proposed business park. The private residents are not in support of this district. Personally, he feels strongly that the district is needed for development and for WGI. He is concerned about someone laying pipe on his property. It is not a fair choice to make between having nothing or having this district. The residents should be given the opportunity to participate or not to participate. He feels the language in the local law should read "might include private residents".
County Attorney Coleman stated that an important distinction is being missed. The roll of this legislative body has nothing to do with excluding or including residents. The Town of Dix has to do that. The fact that our local law says to include residents, has no impact on the Town’s definitive action on who is in or out.
Kevin Hughey said he is flexible and is not against WGI. He does feel there is a better way for them to manage their problems. He is not in agreement with the proposed business park on Wedgwood Road. He feels it should be some other place in the county, which is further developed.
PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW NO. 6 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF THE YEAR 1978 REGARDING WRITTEN NOTICE OF DEFECTS AND OBSTRUCTIONS: County Attorney Coleman gave a brief explanation. This is to further protect the county from liability from physical conditions. We now have newer legislation that allows us to do more. It allows us to now protect ourselves in regards to sidewalks, bridges, etc. The person must notify the municipality first of the need for repair.
RESOLUTION NO. 168 Motion by Karius, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE MARCH 13, 2000 REGULAR MEETING AND THE MARCH 15, 2000 AND APRIL 5, 2000 PUBLIC HEARINGS OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the minutes of the March 13, 2000 Regular Meeting, and the March 15, 2000 and April 5, 2000 Public Hearings of the Schuyler County Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 169 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell.
RE: ESTABLISH FEE FOR REPLACEMENT OF PHOTO I.D. CARDS – PERSONNEL
WHEREAS, Schuyler County requires all employees to have a photo ID card and does provide it at the County’s expense, and
WHEREAS, employees from time to time request replacement cards for various reasons especially loss of cards.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that replacement cards will be provided upon request with a $5.00 fee to be paid by the employee, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this policy will become part of the Schuyler County Policies and Procedures.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 170 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION FEES - PERSONNEL
WHEREAS, the State Civil Service Commission has increased its application fees.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that effective April 15, 2000 the Schuyler County Civil Service application fees will be in effect, as follows:
Deputy
Sheriff/Police Officer $12.50
All
other competitive positions 7.50
All
non-competitive/labor positions 5.00
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 171 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE SALARY FOR OFFICE FOR THE AGING CASE SUPERVISOR GRADE B
WHEREAS, the Personnel Officer recommended the Office for the Aging (OFA) Case Supervisor Grade B be placed in Grade XXII of the CSEA Administrative Unit contract, and
WHEREAS, due to a clerical error, the salary for the position was incorrectly stated as $13.40 per hour and the position was filled at that salary.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the current employee will be compensated at the rate of $13.40 per hour as stated in the letter offering her the position, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any future employee in that title will be hired at the appropriate salary for Grade XXII or future grade established by the Legislature as a result of the Civil Service Classification Survey and negotiated with CSEA.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 172 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE
FILLING PERSONNEL CLERK POSITION – PERSONNEL – AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, there is a vacancy in the Personnel Clerk position in the Civil Service/Personnel Department which has been vacant for more than 90 days, and
WHEREAS, there is a need to fill said vacancy to provide the appropriate level of civil service functions to the 8 towns, 4 villages and 2 school districts as well as the county, and
WHEREAS, the increasing personnel responsibilities performed for the county require more work hours.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the hiring of a Personnel Clerk at the rate of $20,900.00 per year in Grade B of the Management Confidential Salary Plan, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the funding for this position be transferred from Contingency Account No. 1990.5 into Personnel Account No. 1430.100, in an amount not to exceed $15,000.00.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 173 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel.
RE: ADOPTION OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED DEFERRED COMPENSATION MODEL PLAN
WHEREAS, the New York State Deferred Compensation Board (the "Board"), pursuant to Section 5 of the New York State Finance Law ("Section 5") and the Regulations of the New York State Deferred Compensation Board (the "Regulations"), has promulgated the Model Deferred Compensation Plan for Employees of the Schuyler County (the "Model Plan") and offers the Model Plan for adoption by local employers, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County, pursuant to Section 5 and the Regulations, has adopted and currently administers the Model Plan known as the Deferred Compensation Plan for Employees of Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, effective January 1, 2000, the Board amended the Model Plan to include modifications required by the U.S. Department of Treasury Internal Revenue Service (the "Internal Revenue Service") in conjunction with a favorable letter ruling that it issued concerning the status of the Model Plan as an "eligible deferred compensation plan" under Section 457(b) of the Internal Revenue Code and to permit participants who elect to receive benefit distributions in the form of a larger initial distribution followed by smaller installment payments to delay the commencement of installment payments for a period of just less than two years from the payment of the initial distribution, and
WHEREAS, the Board has offered for adoption the amended and restated Model Plan to each Model Plan sponsored by a local employer in accordance with the Regulations, and
WHEREAS, upon due deliberation, the Schuyler County Legislature has concluded that it is prudent and appropriate to amend the Deferred Compensation Model Plan for Employees of the Schuyler County by adopting the amended and restated Model Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby amends the Deferred Compensation Plan for Employees of Schuyler County effective April 11, 2000 by adopting the amended and restated Model Plan effective January 1, 2000, in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 174 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel.
RE: PROCLAIM WEEK OF APRIL 9-15, 2000 AS "VOLUNTEER WEEK"
WHEREAS, the citizens of Schuyler County have, through selfless dedication, given of themselves for the betterment of this community, and
WHEREAS, these citizens serve, through countless hours of volunteering, the agencies and institutions of Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature does hereby proclaim April 9-15, 2000 as "Volunteer Week" in Schuyler County, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Legislature further hopes that these dedicated volunteers continue to enrich our lives, through their most excellent example; their warmth, commitment and generosity, being an inspiration to us all. To each of them we express the thanks of a grateful citizenry.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 175A Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: MOTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 175 TO INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF TRANSFER TO $5,000
BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution No. 175 be amended to change the transfer amount to $5,000.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler explained that this resolution needs to be increased to $5,000. There are advertising bills already accumulating $2,979 and there will be more coming in to pay. He explained that this money is coming from the salary of the position that has not been spent.
VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Young.
RESOLUTION NO. 175 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE
TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR ADVERTISEMENT – AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, the Legislature authorized funding for advertisement for a County Administrator position in 1999, and
WHEREAS, the advertisement process is going to be repeated and there are no funds in the 2000 budget to pay for said advertisement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer be hereby authorized to transfer funds up to $5,000 as needed from County Administrator account no. 1230.100-Personal Services to 1230.402-Advertising.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young said she will be voting no on this resolution. She has consistently opposed this issue and feels money should not be spent this way. She also feels the county should hire a grant writer instead of a County Administrator.
VOTE: Passed 5-1. No: Young.
RESOLUTION NO. 176 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
WHEREAS, the Building & Grounds Department has an outdated and unusable computer and monitor, which have been replaced.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said computer and monitor surplus, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said computer and monitor and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction.
One (1) Relysis Monitor S/N
30218161
One (1) Serendipity Computer S/N
Acc032586
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 177 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS - PROBATION
WHEREAS, the Probation Department has unusable chairs, which have been replaced.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare said chairs surplus, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Building Maintenance Supervisor remove said chairs and place in storage for inclusion in the annual County Auction.
One (1) Hon Brown Swivel Chair with Arms
One (1) Brown Cloth Chair on Casters
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 178 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel.
RE: AMEND SCHUYLER COUNTY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL - TIME CARD POLICY
WHEREAS, the County Treasurer has requested that the deadline for employee time cards to be submitted to that office be changed from 4:30 P.M. to 1:00 P.M.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Time Card Policy be amended to read as follows in the Schuyler County Policies and Procedures Manual:
TIME CARDS
All employees are responsible for submitting time cards to their supervisors on a bi-weekly basis. The information on the documents should be accurate. These time cards are to be submitted to the Office of the County Treasurer no later than 1:00 P.M. every other Monday. When the Monday that time cards are due is a holiday, they will be due by 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 179 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF FUNDS AND PURCHASE OF BURSTER – TREASURER
WHEREAS, the Treasurer’s Office is in need of a burster to increase the efficiency of the office and to eliminate the time consuming, repetitive operation of tearing apart computer forms, and
WHEREAS, the Treasurer has excess funds in her personal services account due to the vacancy in the payroll clerk position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Treasurer is hereby authorized to purchase a burster and transfer $4,291.10 from Treasurer account no. 1325.100-Personal Services to account no. 1325.200-equipment.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 180 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Marvel.
RE: ADOPT FAIR HOUSING PLAN IN COMPLIANCE WITH US DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature understands the importance of taking action to further fair housing, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County is committed to meetings its responsibilities in this respect as a recipient of Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the purpose of undertaking housing, economic development and public facility projects, and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the recommendation of the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee, the County Planner has been appointed as the Fair Housing Officer for the County of Schuyler, and
WHEREAS, a plan has been developed by the Fair Housing Officer to ensure that residents are aware of fair housing provisions under Federal and State law and of the processes and assistance available to obtain compliance with existing statutes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby adopts said Fair Housing Plan.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 181 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young.
RE: RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF STATE QUALITY COMMUNITIES DEMONSTRATION PROJECT GRANT APPLICATION
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature has charged the Schuyler County Planning Commission with preparing a new Schuyler County Comprehensive Plan, a collaborative process involving the County, its eight towns and four villages, and
WHEREAS, a need for providing citizens, planners and community leaders accurate and informative data in a clear and comprehensible format has become critical, and
WHEREAS, New York State Office of Local Governmental and Community Services has announced a Quality Communities Demonstration Program, funding collaborations in community planning for creative, locally developed projects that will improve opportunities for sustainable community development, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED) has contracted with the County to provide grant writing and administration services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes application for funds through the Quality Communities Demonstration Program, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature, the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County, and SCOPED be hereby authorized to prepare, sign and submit the application to New York State.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 182 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young.
RE: RESOLUTION OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE REGARDING ACCEPTANCE OF A SCHUYLER COUNTY AGRICULTURE AND FARMLAND PROTECTION PLAN
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 541 the 1997 Schuyler County Legislature declared its support for an application by the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board to the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets for grant funding to assist in the preparation of an agriculture and farmland protection plan for Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board, with assistance from Cornell Cooperative Extension, the Schuyler County Soil and Water Conservation District and consultant expertise has, through farm visits, surveys, public meetings and a conference sought to determine the needs and opportunities facing Schuyler County agriculture, and
WHEREAS agriculture is essential to the long term economic, cultural and social vitality of the County, and
WHEREAS, the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board has prepared a Schuyler County Agricultural Development and Farmland Protection Plan with goals, objectives, and recommendations for protecting and enhancing agriculture in Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Schuyler County Legislature hereby accepts and endorses the Schuyler County Agricultural Development and Farmland Protection Plan and authorizes submission of the plan to the New York Sate Department of Agriculture and Markets for its review.
2. Agencies, departments, organizations and individuals concerned with agriculture in Schuyler County are encouraged to consider and, where appropriate, act upon the goals, objectives and recommendations contained in the Plan.
3. The Schuyler County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board is to be commended for its excellent work on this important project.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 183 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young.
RE: A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE PROPOSAL TO CREATE AN AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT COMPROMISING OF CERTAIN LANDS IN THE TOWN OF CATHARINE, CAYUTA AND MONTOUR TO BE KNOWN AS SCHUYLER COUNTY AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT #3
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature was presented petitions on October 11, 1999 in support of a proposal to create an agricultural district pursuant to Section 303 of Article 25AA of the Agriculture and Markets Law of New York State comprising certain lands in the Towns of Catharine, Cayuta and Montour, to be known as Schuyler County Agricultural District #3, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Agricultural Districts Law, enacted in 1971, has been the state’s most effective tool for maintaining lands in agriculture and which recognizes that agricultural lands are an important and irreplaceable resource, that they are being lost due to development, high costs of doing business, and regulatory restraints, and that certain actions can be taken to retain lands in agriculture, and
WHEREAS, Agricultural District designation provides the following limited mechanisms for assisting farmers and protecting agricultural land:
· eligibility for agricultural assessments
· limitation on local regulations which inhibit farming operations, unless necessary for public health and safety
· encouragement of consistency with agricultural district program objectives by state agencies and policies
· limitations on the exercise of eminent domain and other public acquisitions
· notice requirements on public actions and review of the effect of such actions on farming
· restrictions on benefit assessments, special ad valorem levies or other rates or fees in certain improvement districts or benefit areas to one-half acre surrounding any dwelling or non-farm structure
· four year property tax exemptions for lands on which there are certain crop or orchard re-plantings or extensions
· promotion of the coordination of local planning and land use decision-making with the agricultural district program
· provides a limited defense from public nuisance lawsuits against sound agricultural practices
· prior to purchasing land in an agricultural district, buyers are to be informed that their property is in the district and that certain activities, smells, and sounds are to be expected, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Legislature provided for the initial 30-day public comment period on the proposal which ran from October 18, 1999, to November 17, 1999, and
WHEREAS, the proposal was reviewed and commented on by the Schuyler County Planning Commission and the Schuyler County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board as required, revised by the staff of Cornell Cooperative Extension as necessary, and forwarded to the Legislature for consideration of approval, and
WHEREAS, subsequently, the Schuyler County Legislature advertised for and conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed district on January 19, 2000, at which time comments were received that additional lands should be included in and some landowners requested being excluded from the proposed district, and
WHEREAS, the staff of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County and the Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board have further studied the matter and have developed a proposed modification to the original agricultural district proposal, and
WHEREAS, the original Agricultural District #3 proposal together with the proposed modifications have been presented to the Schuyler County Legislature at this regular meeting on April 10, 2000,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Schuyler County Legislature hereby adopts as a plan the original Schuyler County Agricultural District #3 proposal (as of October 11, 1999) together with the proposed modifications (dated March 23, 2000). This plan includes 14,446 acres and 311 parcels comprised of active farms and viable farmlands in the Towns of Catharine, Cayuta and Montour and, to the extent feasible, excludes non-viable farm land and non-farm land.
2. The review period for Agricultural District #3 shall be eight years.
3. The Clerk of the Legislature shall cause this adopted plan for Agricultural District #3 to be forwarded to the New York State Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets for certification pursuant to Section 303 of Article 25AA of the Agriculture and Markets Law of New York State.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 184 Motion by Young, Second by Karius.
RE: ACCEPT PROPOSAL FROM SENECA MEADOWS, INC. FOR TIRE COLLECTION DAY
WHEREAS, the Recycling/Solid Waste Office of Cornell Cooperative Extension has solicited quotes for a Tire Collection Day program, and
WHEREAS, Cornell Cooperative Extension will reimburse Schuyler County for the cost incurred from this program, including any advertising expenses.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee, the Recycling/Solid Waste Office of Cornell Cooperative Extension, and Schuyler County Attorney, this Legislature hereby accept the proposal from Seneca Meadows, Inc. in the amount of $2,600.00, to be funded from account no. 8160.346, for a Tire Collection Day to be held on Saturday, May 20, 2000 at the Schuyler County Highway Barns, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the above-referenced proposal acceptance; subject to approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 185 Motion by Young, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE CHANGE IN APPOINTED DIRECTOR TO REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND ENERGY CORPORATION (REDEC) BOARD
WHEREAS, Article IV Section 5b of the REDEC bylaws state that the Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency shall be entitled to one (1) appointed director to the REDEC Board, and
WHEREAS, the Executive Director of SCOPED is representing SCOPED as a board member of REDEC, and
WHEREAS, REDEC considers SCOPED to be the economic development partner in Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, it has been requested by the REDEC Board that the Schuyler County Legislature request REDEC to change their bylaws to reflect this change.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Executive Director of SCOPED to be a board member of REDEC, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be hereby authorized to execute a letter necessary to effectuate this change, as described above, to be forwarded to REDEC.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 186 Motion by Young, Second by Karius.
RE: RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION TO US DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR FY2000 EDI-SPECIAL PROJECT
WHEREAS, the US Department of Housing and Urban Development has appropriated $925,000 to the County of Schuyler, New York for the Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED) to develop a business park and revitalize Watkins Glen International (Congressional Record, October 13, 1999) as a FY 2000 Economic Development Initiative (EDI) – Special Project, and
WHEREAS, these funds will be used for the extension of water and sewer form the Village of Watkins Glen to Watkins Glen International and the proposed Schuyler County Business Park, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County will obtain and disburse these funds for the Town of Dix under the terms of an inter-municipal agreement, and
WHEREAS, the County must submit an application for the funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature, the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee and SCOPED be authorized to prepare, sign and submit the above-described application to HUD.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 187 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE SUBMISSION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) SMALL CITIES APPLICATION
WHEREAS, Schuyler County has prepared for submission an application under the Fiscal Year (FY) 2000 New York State (previously US HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Cities program, and
WHEREAS, this application was prepared by Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED) under the terms of a contract between Schuyler County and SCOPED for Grant Writing and Administrative Services, and
WHEREAS, the application will be for funds to extend water and sewer lines from the Village of Watkins Glen along County Route 17 and Wedgwood Road to Watkins Glen International Speedway, a project of significant economic benefit to both the Town of Dix and Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, this application is being submitted by Schuyler County (the "Facilitating Agency") for the Town of Dix (the "Lead Agency") under the terms of an inter-municipal agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes an application for funds through the CDBG, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature be hereby authorized to execute any documents necessary to effectuate the County’s application as described above, subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 188 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 4/LOCAL LAW NO. 8 OF THE YEAR 2000 PROVIDING FOR THE PARTICIPATION OF THE COUNTY OF SCHUYLER IN THE TOWN OF DIX WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT CREATION PROCESS AND FOR THE PROVISION OF CERTAIN SERVICES AND FUNDS TO THE TOWN OF DIX IN FURTHERANCE THEREOF
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law providing for the participation of the County of Schuyler in the Town of Dix Water and Sewer District creation process and for the provision of certain services and funds to the Town of Dix in furtherance thereof was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held April 10, 2000, and
WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 4 of the Year 2000/Local Law No. 8 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law Intro. No. 4/Local Law No. 8 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
LOCAL LAW INTRO NO. 4/LOCAL LAW
NO. 8 OF THE YEAR 2000
A Local Law providing for the participation of the County of Schuyler in the Town of Dix Water and Sewer District Creation Process and for the provision of certain services and funds to the Town of Dix in furtherance thereof.
SECTION 1. HISTORY AND INTENT.
The Town of Dix is the site of one of New York State’s most popular tourist destinations. Watkins Glen International’s annual racing schedule attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors and contributes in excess of $176,000,000 annually to this State’s economy and significantly impacts the limited infrastructure resources available in the rural township. In fact, two of the most important municipal amenities do not exist to service ever-growing numbers of visitors, participants and support staff. The Town has no municipal water or sewer and has undertaken a project in accordance with Article 12 of the Town Law to create water and sewer districts serving the Watkins Glen International facility and environs. Given the sheer number of people in attendance throughout a season and the limited hydrological and site sewage disposal capabilities available through private means, the Schuyler County Legislature finds that the County of Schuyler has definite public health, safety and economic interests at stake in the future of the racing facilities in the Town of Dix. The Legislature further finds that any serious breakdown in the private on-premises water and septic facilities could create a critical public health and safety situation and, if prolonged, an economic catastrophe. Additionally, fire protection, law enforcement and traffic control would be materially adversely affected in the event of a utility shortage or cessation.
Accordingly, the Schuyler County Legislature has determined it to be in the general public interest county-wide that the county and its agencies lend all possible aid and assistance to the Town of Dix in creating water and sewer districts to service the Watkins Glen International facilities and other district users to include private residences and a proposed business park.
SECTION 2. AUTHORIZATION.
The County of Schuyler and all of its officers, agencies and employees shall be and hereby are authorized to provide such support, services, materials and funds as the County Legislature shall hereafter determine in support of the Town of Dix water and sewer districts abovementioned.
SECTION 3. FUNDING.
Funds may be advanced against grants, directed to the Town through the County or appropriated directly by the County to either the Town or third parties, provided however, that all such funding shall be approved by the Schuyler County Legislature and the Schuyler County Treasurer and shall otherwise be in accordance with applicable law and regulations.
SECTION 4. INTERMUNICIPAL AGREEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE 5-G OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW.
The County of Schuyler is authorized to enter into an intermunicipal cooperation agreement with the Town of Dix for the purpose of carrying out the intent hereof in providing assistance and support to the town in creating water and sewer districts, development of project timetables, planning and oversight, the letting of contracts, solicitation of proposals, administration, financing, the physical installation of facilities and infrastructure improvements and related activities, provided however, that nothing herein shall be construed as authorizing a pledge of the full faith and credit of the County of Schuyler toward any bonds, notes or other instruments of public debt arising in consequence of said water and sewer district project.
SECTION 5. SEPARABILITY OF PROVISION.
If any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section or part of this Local Law shall be adjudged by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such judgement, decree or order shall not affect, impair or invalidate the remainder thereof, but shall be confined in its operation of the clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section, or part thereof directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment, decree or order shall be been rendered.
SECTION 6. This Local Law shall not take effect until at least 45 days after its adoption in accordance with Municipal Home Rule Law Section 24.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young suggested that they change the wording to say might or may include residents. The Clerk advised the board that if a change is made, the local law would have to be re-advertised and would have to wait another month. Legislator Young made a motion to amend the local law, which received no second. Legislator Bleiler asked Legislator Marvel if one more month would affect any grant application deadlines. Legislator Marvel said yes, and the County can not legally assist the Town of Dix without this agreement. Legislator Bleiler suggested creating a memorandum of agreement that says this Legislature understands and intends to include these parties based on their own desire to participate in the district. Attorney Coleman said he sees nothing wrong with doing that. Legislator Marvel has no objection. Legislator Bleiler said he will ask for a motion under New Business.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 189 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: PROCLAIM WEEK OF MAY 7-13, 2000 AS "NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK"
WHEREAS, National Tourism Week for 2000 is being celebrated nationally from May 7-13, 2000, and
WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes Region encompasses 14 west central New York State Counties and has been recognized as one of the premier destination vacationlands in the United States, and
WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes Association, the oldest tourism promotion agency in the country and the largest in New York State, has been promoting tourism since 1919, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce, the County’s Tourism Promotion Agency, also promotes tourism in our region, and
WHEREAS, Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben Counties, in conjunction with Corning Enterprises, is current working on a Branding Initiative to further promote the Finger Lakes Region, and
WHEREAS, there are nearly 8,000 tourism businesses in the Finger Lakes Region providing approximately 80,000 jobs with an annual payroll of over $821,000,000, and
WHEREAS, the Finger lakes Region’s Activity Index reflects more than 22.2 million visitations, and
WHEREAS, this results in an overall economic impact in excess of 2.3 billion dollars annually in the Finger Lakes Region, and
WHEREAS, tourism in the Finger Lakes Vacationland ranks with agriculture, manufacturing and education as a major factor in the Region’s economy.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature hereby declares May 7-13, 2000 as National Tourism Week in Schuyler County and National Recognition Day May 10, 2000, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, copies of this resolution be forwarded to the Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce and the Finger Lakes Association.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 190 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell.
RE: RESOLUTION DECLARING NATIONAL NURSES WEEK – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, the 2.6 million registered nurses in the United States comprise our nation’s largest health care profession, and
WHEREAS, the depth and breadth of the registered nursing profession meets the different and emerging health care needs of the American population in a wide range of settings, and
WHEREAS, the American Nurses Association, as the voice for the registered nurses of this country, is working to chart a course for a healthy nation that relies on increasing delivery of primary and preventive health care, and
WHEREAS, a renewed emphasis on primary and preventive health care will require the better utilization of all of our nation’s registered nursing resources, and
WHEREAS, professional nursing has been demonstrated to be an indispensable component in the safety and quality of care of hospitalized patients, and
WHEREAS, the demand for registered nursing services will be greater than ever because of the aging of the American population, the continuing expansion of life-sustaining technology, and the explosive growth of home health care services, and
WHEREAS, more qualified registered nurses will be needed in the future to meet the increasing complex needs of health care consumers in this community, and
WHEREAS, cost-effective, safe and quality health care services provided by registered nurses will be an ever more important component of the U.S. health care delivery system in the future.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature declares the week of May 6-12, 2000 as National Nurses Week 2000 with the theme "Nurses: Keeping the Care in Healthcare" and asks all residents join them in honoring the registered nurses who care for all of us, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the community celebrate nurses’ accomplishments and efforts to improve our health care system and show our appreciation for all our community’s nurses at Schuyler County Public Health, Schuyler County Mental Health Clinic, Schuyler Hospital, The Falls Home, Schuyler Hospital’s Skilled Nursing Facility, local Schools and Doctor’s offices.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 191 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell.
RE: RESOLUTION DECLARING APRIL AS ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH – MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, the consumption of alcohol and other drugs often results in enormous personal, economic and social consequences for many individuals and communities, and
WHEREAS, it is essential that a full range of appropriate and needed alcoholism and substance abuse treatment and prevention services remain available and accessible in the community, providing a continuum of quality programming in a cost-efficient and effective manner for addicted persons, family members and others at risk, and
WHEREAS, the efficacy of such treatment and prevention efforts in minimizing the financial and human costs of chemical abuse to communities is being increasingly recognized throughout the country.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature extends its recognition and appreciation to all the staff at the Finger Lakes Addictions Counseling and Referral Agency and the Council on Alcoholism and Other Chemical Dependencies of the Finger Lakes, Inc. for the important and dedicated services they provide, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Legislature recognizes April as Alcohol Awareness Month.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 192 Motion by Bleiler, Second by Bingell.
RE: RESOLUTION DECLARING APRIL AS CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH
WHEREAS, almost 2,000 infants and young children in the United States die from the abuse or neglect of parents or caregivers each year, with another 140,000 sustaining physical injuries, and
WHEREAS, each year, thousands of child abuse and neglect cases are reported to the Child Protective Services, with the numbers increasing yearly, and
WHEREAS, the effects of childhood abuse and neglect are devastating and costly to society, and
WHEREAS, in 1982, President Ronald Reagan declared April to be Child Abuse Prevention Month, and
WHEREAS, all children have the right to have their basic needs met. Prevention is the best way to keep children from harm, and prevention is the responsibility of the community, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County’s Child Protective and Preventive Services work diligently protecting children, strengthening families, expediting permanent placement, when needed, and expanding and improving activities to prevent child abuse.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature declares April as Child Abuse Prevention month and asks the residents of Schuyler County to join them in recognizing and honoring all persons in the community who work to prevent child abuse, who provide our children the supportive environment needed to develop their full potential, and who work to protect and support abused children.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 193 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPROVAL OF THE LEAD POISONING PREVENTION PROGRAM 2000-2001 – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, the Department of Health has awarded $25,000 to Schuyler County Public Health Agency for the continuation of the Lead Program for the period April 1, 2000 through March 31, 2001.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Director of Public Health and the Chairman of the Legislature to execute an agreement with the New York State Department of Health for the childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Grant for the period April 1, 2000 through March 31, 2001, in the amount of $25,000; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the 2000-2001 budget be established as follows:
$14,120.00 4010.100-4072 Personal Services
4,000.00 4010.200-4072 Equipment
1,000.00 4010.400-4072 Supplies
4,880.00 4010.489-4072 Fringe Benefits
1,000.00 4010.579-4072 Lead Testing
TOTAL $25,000.00 4010-4401-4072 Federal Aid
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 194 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young.
RE: RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT CONSOLIDATION OF A REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND ABOLISH THE LOCAL HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, via participation in the S2AY Network, the counties involved have created a Regional Health Services Advisory Committee with representation from each of the participating counties, and
WHEREAS, this has been discussed with the Local Health Services Advisory Committee, and the Committee noted it would be duplicative to continue the Local Health Services Advisory Committee and unanimously support abolishing it, and
WHEREAS, the members on the Local Health Services Advisory Committee will move to the Professional Advisory Committee.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature supports the proposal for a Regional Health Services Advisory Committee and abolishes the Local Health Services Advisory Committee, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following individuals be appointed to the Professional Advisory Committee effective immediately, with the term expiring December 31, 2000:
Sharon
Bingell Deborah Bailey
Thomas Klaseus Eunice Nayo, M.D.
Carol Bossard Verna Shrout
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 195 Motion by Marvel, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH FINGER LAKES PARENT NETWORK – MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, the New York State Office of Mental Health has authorized an increase in the Finger Lakes Parent Network Agreement of $150.00, due to a Cost of Living Allocation (COLA), and this is the only change to this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be hereby authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Legislature authorized to approve, an agreement with the Finger Lakes Parent Network for the year 2000 in an amount not to exceed $12,150.00; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 196 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE OUT OF STATE TRAVEL – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, as part of the New York State Association of County Health Officials (NYSACHO)’s 1999 Immunization Action Plan (AIP) grant, the New York State Department of Health has allocated funding for NYSACHO to sponsor one person from each consortia county to attend the National Immunization Conference, which will be held in Washington DC in July, 2000, and
WHEREAS, it is desirable for a nurse in our agency to attend the conference, and out of state travel requires legislative approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Laura Bingell be authorized to travel out of state to attend the aforementioned conference. There will be no additional cost to the County.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 197 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING OF STAFF SOCIAL WORKER POSITION – MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, there will be a Staff Social Worker vacancy in the Mental Health Clinic in the near future, and it is desirous to fill this position, and
WHEREAS, the current employee works 28 hours per week and it is desirous to increase that to 35 hours per week.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorizes the Director of Community Services to fill the Staff Social Worker position, Grade 28, $16.42 per hour, in the Mental Health Clinic and increase the working hours to 35 hours per week; funding is available in the year 2000 budget.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 198 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE THE CHAIRMAN OF THE LEGISLATURE TO SIGN ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS RELATIVE TO THE ADDITION TO THE MILL CREEK CENTER
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 307-99 authorizes the Director of Public Health/Community Services and the Community Services Board to proceed with necessary arrangements, lease revisions, legal representation and all activities necessary relative to the addition to Mill Creek Center.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorize the Chairman of the Legislature to execute any and all documents relative to the above-mentioned project; subject to the approval of the County Attorney.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young feels this resolution is very vague. Legislator Bleiler said if there is any contract or document for the Chairman’s signature that was giving away the county or usurped the authority of the Legislature the County Attorney would stop it or the Treasurer.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 199 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: AMEND SCHUYLER COUNTY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES RELATIVE TO USE OF COUNTY CARS – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, Schuyler County policy on county vehicles states that employees who live outside the county are not permitted to take county vehicles home with the exception of emergency vehicles as designated by the Schuyler County Sheriff, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Public Health Department has nurses who live outside the County and provide on call coverage 24 hours per day, and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Director of Public Health/Community Services and the Health Services Committee that this policy be further amended to allow Public Health/Home Health nurses who live outside of the county to take county vehicles home when on call.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby authorize the amendment of the Schuyler County Policies and Procedures for use of county vehicles, as follows (bold type is amendment):
USE OF COUNTY OWNED VEHICLES
Certain County employees, who are required to be on 24 hour call, are provided a county owned vehicle to perform these services. However, no county owned vehicle shall be driven outside Schuyler County for transportation to and from a personal residence (per Res. No. 348-81). Further, such vehicle being used by an employee shall not be driven outside the County on personal business during the on-call period. Mileage will be paid to cover any county service call response for actual miles driven in a personal vehicle in accordance with the mileage reimbursement policy. The only exception shall be on-call Public Health/Home Health Nurses that live outside of the county as designated by the Director of Public Health/Community Services and authorized emergency vehicles as designated by the Schuyler County Sheriff.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 200 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: APPROVE TRANSFER OF A HALF-TIME ACCOUNT CLERK TYPIST POSITION FROM PUBLIC HEALTH TO MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, in planning the relocation of the Public Health Department to the Mill Creek Center site, it is desirous to transfer a half-time Account Clerk Typist position to the Mental Health Clinic from the Public Health Office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature hereby approves the Director of Community Services/Director of Public Health to transfer an Account Clerk Typist in Public Health to Mental Health for one-half of the workweek, funds being available in account no. 4310.100 for the hours spent in Mental Health.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 201 Motion by Karius, Second by Young.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SCHERRER AUCTION SERVICE FOR COUNTY AUCTION – HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, there is a surplus of equipment in the Highway Department as well as other departments within Schuyler County, and the surrounding towns, villages and schools, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent, the Public Works Committee and the Purchasing Agent have agreed that the cost proposal from Scherrer Auction Service at the rate of 10% of gross sales is with the same terms as in the past is acceptable.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Scherrer Auction Service to conduct a Schuyler County Municipal Equipment Auction on August 26, 2000 at a commission rate of 10% of the gross sales; contract subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 202 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR ICE CONTROL SAND
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid:
Hanson Aggregates BRD, Inc.
P.O. Box 231
Easton, PA 18044-0231, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following bids be rejected:
Dalrmyple Gravel & Contracting Co. Seneca
Stone
2105 S. Broadway P.O.
Box 76
Pine City, NY 14871 Fayette,
NY 13065
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 203 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT/REJECT BIDS FOR PAVEMENT MARKINGS
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid:
M
& S Stripping Co.
134
Florence St.
Mamaroneck,
NY 10543, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following bid be rejected:
Chemi-Trol
Chemical Co.
2776
C.R. 69
Gibson,
Ohio 43431
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 204 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR GUIDERAIL
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids:
Chemung Supply Corporation Highway Steel
P.O. Box 527 P.O.
Box 1243
Elmira, NY 14902 Fairport,
NY 14450
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 205 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR SIGNS, POSTS, EXTENSIONS & SIGN BLANKS
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids:
Chemung Supply Corporation Finger
Lakes Supply Corporation
P.O. Box 527 P.O.
Box 522
Elmira, NY 14902 Hammondsport,
NY 14840
Item 1 Only Items
2 & 3 Only
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 206 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT BID FOR STEEL BELTED RADIAL TIRES
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid:
ONLY BID RECEIVED
Ron
Parmenter Motors, Inc.
2640
State Route 14
Montour
Falls, NY 14865
Copy of this bid is available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 207 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR BANK RUN GRAVEL, MODIFIED GRAVEL, SAND & SELECT GRANULAR FILL
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids:
ALL BIDS ACCEPTED
Wickhams Pit (Annella Wickham) Blades
Construction
2300 Texas Hollow Road 7610
County Route 65
Odessa, NY 14869 P.O.
Box 590
Hornell,
NY 14843
Hanson Aggregates BRD, Inc. Dalrymple
Gravel & Contracting Co.
P.O. Box 231 2105
S. Broadway
Easton, PA 18044-0231, and Pine
City, NY 14871
Machuga Pit
State Route 226
Tyrone, NY 14837
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 208 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT BID FOR NEW CORRUGATED METAL, GALVANIZED PIPE, NEW CORRUGATED METAL, GALVANIZED AND ASPHALT TREATED PIPE, NEW CORRUGATED METAL PIPE-ARCH, NEW GALVANIZED FLARED END SECTIONS
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid:
ONLY BID RECEIVED
Chemung Supply
P.O. Box 527
Elmira, NY 14902
Copy of this bid is available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 209 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR CRUSHED LIMESTONE & CRUSHED GRAVEL
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids:
ALL BIDS ACCEPTED
Hanson Aggregates BRD, Inc Dalrymple Gravel &
Construction
P.O. Box 231 2105
S. Broadway
Easton, PA 18044-0231, and Pine
City, NY 14871, and
Hanson Aggregates GLSC, Inc Seneca Stone Corporation
P.O. Box 231 P.O.
Box 76
Easton, PA 18044-0231, and Fayette,
NY 13065
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 210 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR COLD MIX PATCHING MATERIALS
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids:
ALL BIDS ACCEPTED
Dalrymple Gravel & Contracting Co. Hanson
Aggregates BRD, Inc.
2105 S. Broadway P.O.
Box 231
Pine City, NY 14871 Easton,
PA 18044-0231
Seneca Stone Corporation IMUS, Inc.
PO Box 76 800
Black River Blvd.
Fayette, NY 13065 Rome,
NY 13440, and
Central Asphalt Cayuta
Emulsions
20 Fairground Lane 25
Town Barn Road
Watkins Glen, NY 14891 South
Lansing, NY 14882
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 211 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR USED STEEL PIPE
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids.
ALL
BIDS ACCEPTED
Chemung Supply Corporation Allegany Pipe & Tubular Products
PO Box 527 2954
CR-22
Elmira, NY 14902 Andover,
NY 14806
Items 2, 5, 8, 10, 11, 14, 17, 22 Only Items
1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21 Only
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 212 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR ASPHALT EMULSIONS
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids:
ALL
BIDS ACCEPTED
Vestal Asphalt Penn-Can
Road Materials
210 Stage Road P.O.
Box 6501
Vestal, NY 13850 Syracuse,
NY 13217
Central Asphalt A.L.
Blades & Sons, Inc.
20 Fairground Lane 7610
CR-65, P.O. Box 590
Watkins Glen, NY 14891 Hornell,
NY 14843-0590
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 213 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT BID FOR STEEL PLATE, POLYETHYLENE PIPE, NEW & USED BRIDGE & SHOP STEEL
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bid:
ONLY BID RECEIVED
Chemung Supply Corporation
PO Box 527
Elmira, NY 14902
Copy of this bid is available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 214 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR USED BITUMINOUS CONCRETE ASPHALT
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids:
ALL BIDS ACCEPTED
Hanson Aggregates GLSC, Inc Hanson Aggregates BRD, Inc.
P.O. Box 231 P.O.
Box 231
Easton, PA 18044-0231 Easton,
PA 18044-0231
Dalrymple Gravel & Construction Company SCL Ventures LLC
2105 S. Broadway P.O.
Box 191
Pine City, NY 14871 Mechanicsville,
NY 12118
Seneca Stone Corporation Cayuga Emulsions
PO Box 76 26
Town Barn Road
Fayette, NY 13065 South
Lansing, NY 14882
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 215 Motion by Bingell, Second by Young.
RE: ACCEPT BIDS FOR READY-MIX CONCRETE & RETAINING WALL BLOCKS
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 51-2000 authorized the advertising for bids for furnishing of materials for the Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, said advertisement was made, bids were received and opened on March 10, 2000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Public Works Committee, the Schuyler County Legislature accept the following bids:
Hanson Aggregates BRD, Inc Dalrymple Gravel &
Contracting Co.
P.O. Box 231 2105
S. Broadway
Easton, PA 18044-0231 Pine
City, NY 14871
Copies of these bids are available for inspection at the Highway Office.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 216 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: DECLARE SURPLUS THE 1998 TAX MAP SET – REAL PROPERTY TAX AGENCY
WHEREAS, the Real Property Tax Office annual microfilms the Schuyler County tax map sets and no longer has use for the 1998 tax map set.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, this Legislature hereby declares as surplus the 1998 tax map set from the Real Property Tax Office and authorizes the disposal of the same by auction, with a minimum bid of $200.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 217 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: LOCAL LAW INTRO. NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 2000 TO ESTABLISH THE DISABILITY EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW (RPTL) SECTION 459-c
WHEREAS, the County of Schuyler wishes to establish a real property tax exemption for owners of real property with disabilities and limited incomes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 5 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, introduced pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a public hearing shall be held upon said proposed Local Law on May 8, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY.
LOCAL LAW INTRO.
NO. 5 OF THE YEAR 2000
A Local Law providing for partial exemption from taxation by the County of Schuyler of real property owned by persons with disabilities and limited income.
Be it enacted by the County Legislature of the County of Schuyler, as follows:
SECTION 1: LEGISLATIVE INTENT. The purpose of this local law is to provide real estate tax relief to persons with disabilities and limited incomes.
SECTION 2: LEGISLATIVE AUTHORITY. This Local Law is enacted pursuant to the provisions of Section 459-c of the RPTL of the State of New York.
SECTION 3: SHORT TITLE. This Local Law shall hereafter be known as Real Property Tax Exemption Law for persons with disabilities and limited incomes.
SECTION 4: REAL PROPERTY EXEMPTION.
A. Real property owned by one or more persons with disabilities, or real property owned by a husband, wife, or both, or by siblings, at least one of whom has a disability, and whose income, as hereafter defined, is limited by reason of such disability, shall be exempt from taxation by Schuyler County to the extent provided in the following schedule:
ANNUAL INCOME PERCENTAGE ASSESSED VALUATION
EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
$10,000 or less 50
per centum
More than $10,000 but
less
than $11,000 45
per centum
More than $11,000 but
less
than $12,000 40
per centum
More than $12,000 but
less
than $13,000 35
per centum
More than $13,000 but
less
than $13,900 30
per centum
More than $13,900 but
less
than $14,800 25
per centum
More than $14,800 but
less
than $15,700 20
per centum
More than $15,700 but
less
than $16,600 15
per centum
More than $16,600 but
less
than $17,500 10
per centum
More than $17,500 but
less than $18,400 5 per centum
B. For purposes of this Local Law:
1. "sibling" shall mean a brother or sister, whether related through half-blood, whole blood or adoption.
2. A person with a disability is one who has a physical or mental impairment, not due to current use of alcohol or illegal drug use, which substantially limits such person’s ability to engage in one or more major life activities, such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning and working and who (i) is certified to received social security disability insurance (SSDI) or supplemental security income (SSI) benefits under the federal Social Security Act, or (ii) is certified to receive Railroad Retirement Disability Benefits under the federal railroad Retirement Act, or (iii) has received a certificate from the state commission for the blind and visually handicapped stating that such person is legally blind.
An award letter from the Social Security Administration or the Railroad Retirement Board or a certificate from the state commission for the blind and visually handicapped shall be submitted as proof of disability.
A. Any exemption provided by this section shall be computed after all other partial exemptions allowed by law have been subtracted from the total amount assessed; provided, however, that no parcel may receive an exemption for the same municipal tax purpose pursuant to both this section and section four hundred sixty-seven of this title.
B. No exemption shall be granted:
1. If the income of the owners or the combined income of the owners of the property for the income tax year immediately preceding the date of making application for exemption exceeds the sum of Eighteen Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Nine ($18,399) Dollars. Income tax year shall mean the twelve-month period for which the owner or owners filed a federal personal income tax return, or if no such return is filed, the calendar year. Where title is vested in either the husband or the wife, their combined income may not exceed such sum, except where the husband or wife, or ex-husband or ex-wife is absent from the property due to divorce, legal separation or abandonment, then only the income of the spouse or ex-spouse residing on the property shall be considered and may not exceed such sum. Such income shall include social security and retirement benefits, interest, dividends, total gain from the sale or exchange of a capital asset, which may be offset by a loss from the sale or exchange of a capital asset in the same income tax year, net rental income, salary or earnings, and net income from self-employment, but shall not include a return of capital, gifts, inheritances or monies earned through employment in the federal foster grandparent program, and any such income shall be offset by all medical and prescription drug expenses actually paid which were not reimbursed or paid for by insurance. In computing net rental income and net income from self-employment no depreciation deduction shall be allowed for the exhaustion, wear and tear of real or personal property held for the production of income;
2. Unless the property is used exclusively for residential purposes, provided, however, that in the event any portion of such property is not so used exclusively for residential purposes but is used for other purposes, such portion shall be subject to taxation and the remaining portion only shall be entitled to the exemption provided by this section;
3. Unless the real property is the legal residence of and is occupied in whole or in part by the disabled person; except where the disabled person is absent from the residence while receiving health-related care as an inpatient of a residential health care facility, as defined in section twenty-eight hundred one of the public health law, provided that any income accruing to that person shall be considered income for purposes of this section only to the extent that it exceeds the amount paid by such person or spouse or sibling of such person for care in the facility.
SECTION 5: COOPERATIVE APARTMENTS.
A. Title to that portion of real property owned by a cooperative apartment corporation in which a tenant-stockholder of such corporation resides, and which is represented by his/her share or shares of stock in such corporation as determined by its or their proportional relationship to the total outstanding stock of the corporation, including that owned by the corporation, shall be deemed to be vested in such tenant-stockholder.
B. That proportion of the assessment of such real property owned by a cooperative apartment corporation determined by the relationship of such real property vested in such tenant-stockholder to such entire parcel and the buildings thereon owned by such cooperative apartment corporation in which such tenant-stockholder resides shall be subject to exemption from taxation pursuant to this section and any exemption so granted shall be credited by the appropriate taxing authority against the assessed valuation of such real property; the reduction in real property taxes realized thereby shall be credited by the cooperative apartment corporation against the amount of such taxes otherwise payable by or chargeable to such tenant-stockholder.
SECTION 6: APPLICATION PROCESS.
A. Application for such exemption must be made annually by the owner, or all of the owners of the property, on forms prescribed by the state board, and shall be filed in such assessor’s office on or before the appropriate taxable status date; provided, however, proof of a permanent disability need be submitted only in the year exemption pursuant to this section is first sought or the disability is first determined to be permanent.
B. At least sixty days prior to the appropriate taxable status date, the assessor shall mail to each person who was granted exemption pursuant to this section on the latest completed assessment roll an application form and a notice that such application must be filed on or before taxable status date and be approved in order for the exemption to continue to be granted. Failure to mail such application form or the failure of such person to receive the same shall not prevent the levy, collection and enforcement of the payment of the taxes on property owned by such person.
SECTION 7: TRUSTS.
A. Trusts. Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, the provisions of this section shall apply to real property held in trust solely for the benefit of a person or persons who would otherwise be eligible for a real property tax exemption, pursuant to subdivision one of this section, were such person or persons the owner or owners of such real property.
B. Life Estates. The provision hereof shall apply to real property in which an eligible person(s) holds a life estate under an instrument recorded with the Schuyler County Clerk’s Office in such form as would entitle an instrument to be recorded.
SECTION 8: PENALTY FOR FALSE STATEMENT. In addition to any other penalty provided by law, any conviction of having made any willful false statement in any application for real property exemption under this local law shall be punishable by a fine of not more than One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) and shall disqualify the applicant or applicants from further exemption for a period of five (5) years.
SECTION 9: VALIDITY. If any section, subsection, paragraph, clause, sentence or phrase of this local law is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion thereof.
SECTION 10: EFFECTIVE DATE. This local law shall take effect immediately.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler asked what the impact of the exemption would be. Tom Bloodgood, Real Property Tax Director, explained that this is a local option and it would create an exemption for people disabled and with a limited income. All of the information is confidential, therefore he can not project the impact on the tax roll. There are two nearby counties that have adopted this exemption, Tompkins and Steuben. Steuben County’s assessment rolls contain only 67 and Tompkins County’s contain only 25 of these exemptions. They both have a similar population number. He feels Schuyler County should have about 10-20 disability exemptions on the rolls. Chairman Gifford added that someone can not be eligible for both the disability exemption and the senior citizen exemption.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 218 Motion by Bingell, Second by Marvel.
RE: LOCAL LAW NO. 6 OF THE YEAR 2000 AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 1978 REGARDING WRITTEN NOTICE OF DEFECTS AND OBSTRUCTIONS
WHEREAS, a proposed Local Law amending Local Law No. 2 of 1978 was heretofore introduced and appropriate notice established in the official newspaper regarding a public hearing to be held April 10, 2000, and
WHEREAS, said public hearing was duly held, at which time all interested persons were heard, and this Legislature has duly considered the adoption and passage of said Local Law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Law Intro. No. 3 of the year 2000, in the form hereto annexed be, and hereby is, passed, adopted and enacted, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Legislature duly cause the publication of the passage, enactment and adoption of Local Law No. 6 of the year 2000, together with the required text thereof in the official county newspaper.
LOCAL LAW NO. 6 OF THE
YEAR 2000
A Local Law to amend Local Law No. 2 of 1978 regarding written notice of defects and obstruction (amended text in bold print).
SECTION 1. No civil action shall be maintained against the County of Schuyler, the Schuyler County Superintendent of Highways, or any employee of the County of Schuyler for damages or injuries to person or property sustained by reason of any street, highway, bridge, culvert, sidewalk, crosswalk, or parking lot being defective, out of repair, unsafe, dangerous, or obstructed unless written notice of such defective, unsafe, dangerous or obstructed condition of such street, highway, bridge, culvert, sidewalk, crosswalk or parking lot was actually given to the Schuyler County Superintendent of Highways or the Schuyler County Clerk, and there was a failure or neglect within a reasonable time after the giving of such notice to repair or remove the defect, danger or obstruction complained of; but no action shall be maintained for damages or injuries to person or property sustained solely in consequence of the existence of snow or ice upon any town, state, or county street, highway, bridge, culvert, sidewalk crosswalk or parking lot, unless written notice thereof, specifying the particular place, was actually given to the Schuyler County Superintendent of Highways or the Schuyler County Clerk and there was a failure or neglect to cause such snow or ice to be removed, to make the place otherwise reasonably safe within a reasonable time after receipt of such notice.
SECTION 4. This local law shall take effect immediately upon its filing in the office of the Secretary of State in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 219 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius.
RE: RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A CHANGE IN THE MEMBERSHIP SECTION OF THE SOUTHERN TIER CENTRAL REGIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD’S BY-LAWS
WHEREAS, the Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development (STCRP & D) Board was created pursuant to resolutions adopted by the Counties of Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben in 1969, in accordance with Article 12-B of the General Municipal Law of the State of New York, and
WHEREAS, the three County Legislatures adopted STCRP & D Board by-laws in June of 1975 to define the purpose and operational procedures of the regional organization, and
WHEREAS, the County member Legislatures must approve subsequent amendments to the STCRP & D Board by-laws, and
WHEREAS, Article 2 of the STCRP & D Board by-laws currently defines the membership of the Regional Board to consist of 21 voting members: 8 from Chemung, 8 from Steuben and 5 from Schuyler Counties, with specific membership appointments assigned to each specific County and all current members of the STCRP & D Board are appointed to a specific membership category, and
WHEREAS, Chemung County has petitioned the STCRP & D Board of Directors to recommend to its member Counties a change in the membership structure of the organization, and
WHEREAS, Chemung County has indicated an expanded interest in its County to have additional membership serve on the Board, and
WHEREAS, the STCRP & D Board has approved Chemung County’s petition for additional membership to the Board and recommends the same to each of our three County member Legislatures since additional membership should be proportional for each member County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Schuyler County Legislature hereby supports the amendment of the STCRP & D Board by-laws to add one additional optional appointment for each County and designate the appointment as an optional general citizen representative. This appointment could be an additional County Legislator or any other resident of each member County, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature send a certified copy of this resolution to the STCRP & D Board as well as the Chemung and Steuben County Legislatures.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 220 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius.
RE: AUTHORIZE APPOINTMENTS TO THE LABOR/MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature approve Chairman Gifford’s appointment of the following individuals as county representatives to the Labor/Management Committee for the term January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2001:
Thomas M. Gifford
Patricia L. Hastings
Delmar F. Bleiler
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 221 Motion by Marvel, Second by Karius.
RE: RESOLUTION
IN SUPPORT OF FUEL RESERVES INITIATIVES - FAILED
WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes Region is a fourteen county region representing well over 1800 members whose livelihood is incumbent upon tourism, and
WHEREAS, tourism is a major economic source of income for the 16,000 businesses and 85,000 employees in the Finger Lakes Region, and
WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes Region depends upon 85% of its tourism and visitors business from the private automobile bringing friends and families here.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature supports the initiative put forth by NYS Senator Charles Schumer that the amount of 5% of the existing fuel reserves be utilized to be converted to gasoline in an effort to reduce the exceedingly high cost of gasoline in the United States today, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Legislature be directed to send certified copies of this resolution to the Finger Lakes Association, Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce, Senator Charles Schumer, Senator John R. Kuhl, Jr., Assemblyman James Bacalles, and Governor George E. Pataki.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young said she will be voting no on this resolution. She feels they should not have to be depend on outside sources. This is a short-term gain and it does not support a long-term gain. She feels it would allow competitive types to come in and take over. Legislator Marvel said he thought about withdrawing this resolution after reading in the paper that the prices appear to be going down. He feels the county needs to bring this issue to the attention of the federal government. The government needs to seriously look at the oil policy that the country was pursuing 20 years ago with economic cars and car-pooling. He feels the federal government has allowed automobile industries to manufacture gas-guzzlers and sport utility vehicles. Legislator Young feels the 5% amount of existing reserves is putting a band-aid on the issue. She feels they need to deal with it more realistically. Legislator Bleiler stated that they should not go against Senator Schumer who is trying to support us.
VOTE: Failed. 4-2. Noes: Bingell, Young.
RESOLUTION NO. 222 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bleiler.
RE: AUTHORIZE INCREASE IN CAPITAL PROJECT BUDGET – SENECA HARBOR LAKEFRONT PARK
WHEREAS, a budget was created to improve the local waterfront by Resolution No. 187-97 in the amount of $156,264 and increased by Resolution No. 308-98, and
WHEREAS, the funding for this project has been revised due to shortfalls in the original funding and an increase in funding from the State of New York.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is hereby authorized to increase capital account no. H7110.200 by $10,693.65 increasing the project total to $192,266.65.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young asked what this money is used for. The Treasurer explained that is the last of the money from the original funds the county received. It is the amount left from fundraising. The Clerk explained that the work is already done. The Treasurer stated that the amount from fundraising was always unknown until now. Chairman Gifford explained that this is just bookkeeping.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 223 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bleiler.
RE: DECLARE EQUIPMENT SURPLUS – HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Highway Department has one (1) outdated, inoperable 1975 Brockway dump truck, which was replaced in 1999, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Superintendent was approached by the Town of Dix who is in need of truck parts and a dump box, and who wishes to purchase the 1975 Brockway Dump (D-6), tandem axle, diesel, VIN #86055 for the amount of $1,600.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to County Law Section 215, that the County Legislature hereby declare the above listed equipment as surplus, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the truck be sold to the Town of Dix for the sum of $1,600.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 224 Motion by Young, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE TWO (2) RESOLUTIONS BE BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR
BE IT RESOLVED, that two (2) resolutions be brought to the floor.
VOTE: Passed 6-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 225 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION OF GRANT
WRITER/GRANT ADMINISTRATOR POSITION - FAILED
WHEREAS, five months have been spent in the attempt to acquire a County Administrator, to which the majority of the people of Schuyler County have indicated, by referendum, a strong aversion two years ago, and
WHEREAS, there has been no consistent attempt to do a cost-benefit analysis of such a position for this county since last year’s Legislature persisted in pushing this issue through in spite of strong opposition to its formation, and
WHEREAS, there are much greater needs to address with the revenues of Schuyler County than filling a position which obviously presents considerable challenge with the five months of advertising and interviewing already done.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature re-examine its premise and reduce this position to one which fits our needs, that of a full-time Grant Writer and Grant Administrator.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Young feels the county has not been successful in obtaining a County Administrator. She feels the day will come when the county needs one if they access enough revenue in the future. There are a number of grants available to us and no one to apply for them. Brian Williams at SCOPED is doing a fine job for economic development grants. She feels the county could have saved itself a lot of torment if they had hired a full-time grant writer. Legislator Marvel stated that the contract with SCOPED also allows them to apply for grants other than economic development for an administrative fee. The county has the ability to use the grant writer at SCOPED and there are department heads writing their own grants. He is not in favor of this resolution at this time. He would be willing to look at the position if the County Administrator feels it is appropriate. Legislator Young prefers to put the revenue before the expense. Legislator Bleiler agrees. He would have been more comfortable if the Legislature would have chosen this path first and then found a way to pay for the administrator position. The point he struggles with, is his obligation to cooperate with the Legislature as a whole. This Legislature has made a commitment to support the position of County Administrator.
VOTE: Failed 1-5. Noes: Marvel, Bingell,
Karius, Bleiler, Gifford.
RE: RESOLUTION TO OBSERVE
EVERYDAY AS EARTH DAY - WITHDRAWN
WHEREAS, April 22, 2000 is the 30th internationally-observed Earth Day, and
WHEREAS, April 29, 2000 has been declared the locally observed Earth Day in Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature observe everyday as Earth Day by committing to set aside a reserve account in its 2001 budget that pays for stimulating the recycling markets by buying only recycled paper, encouraging the towns and villages to join in a shared buying of recycled paper; by recycling all disposable computers; setting up an annual tire and toxic waste disposal day, and by buying only the most fuel-efficient automobiles for its fleet.
DISCUSSION: Legislator Bleiler questioned the words "most fuel efficient". He feels we should concentrate on safety more than efficiency when it comes to the Sheriff’s cars. Legislator Young agreed to leave it up to the department head’s discretion. Legislator Bleiler said he would like to talk to the department heads more about the issue of buying only recycled paper.
MOTION by Legislator Bleiler to table this resolution, SECOND by Legislator Karius. Michelle Benjamin, Recycling Coordinator at Cornell Cooperative Extension, said there is a lot of misconceptions about buying recycled paper products. The process has improved, although the price is higher. She feels if the county supports it and does follow through with it, it will help. There was a resolution in 1992 or 1994 to buy recycled paper depending on the price and bid list. She feels it does need to be 100% to be effective. Legislator Bleiler suggested having Michelle help convince the department heads to do what they can. Motion failed four ayes to two noes.
Legislator Bingell agrees with the resolution, but also feels they need to include the department heads on the discussion. Legislator Young withdrew the resolution.
NEW BUSINESS:
MOTION by Legislator Bleiler to create a memorandum of agreement that says this Legislature understands and intends to include these parties based on their own desire to participate in the district, SECOND by Legislator Bingell. Motion carried six ayes to zero noes.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Legislator Bleiler suggested that an expense account be created for the Chairman of the Legislature. The salary was reduced by $5,000 and the county does not have an administrator on board yet. He feels the Chairman needs to have funds for expenses over and above his own expenses. He feels it does not need to be addressed at this time, but at a later date.
REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEES:
Legislator Bleiler reported as Acting Chairman for the Pubic Works Committee. They received a report from the State Department of Transportation. They are doing a study for safe procedure on State Route 224.
Legislator Marvel reported on the Community Development and Natural Resources Committee. The Executive Director of SCOPED, Kelsey Jones, spoke to National Health Care Corp. They have indicated that they are moving here and hope to open shop in June.
Legislator Bingell reported on the Health Services Committee. The Health Insurance Review Committee has worked with a consultant and have asked a lot of questions. A survey was created and given to all employees for their input.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None.
MOTION by Legislator Bingell to go into executive session to discuss employee work history, SECOND by Legislator Marvel. Motion carried six ayes to zero noes.
MOTION by Legislator Marvel to come out of executive session, SECOND by Legislator Karius. Motion carried six ayes to zero noes.
The Meeting adjourned at 9:03 p.m.
Gail
M. Hughey, Clerk
Stacy B.
Husted, Deputy Clerk
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 8, 2000
The May 8, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Gifford. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Legislator Bingell and followed by a Moment of Silence. All Legislators were present except Legislator Bleiler who was excused. County Attorney Coleman was also present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
Hazel Raplee spoke on behalf of the Schuyler County Youth Board. She is aware that the Youth Board is just advisory and they present certain findings to the Human Services Committee. She would like to discuss Resolution No. 238 and Resolution No. 239, which are directly related to the Schuyler County Youth Bureau. Both of which were brought to the Youth Board and were approved. The Youth Board then asked that they be brought to the full Legislature for consideration. She invited a number of board members to speak in support of these resolutions. She feels the Legislature needs to look at how this will save the community in three or five years.
Debbie Neilson said she works at the Watkins Glen Middle School. She was once a Runaway and Homeless Counselor. There are many children out there that need assistance and they can not get to all of them. If they do not get to them in a proactive manner, the amount of violence will increase along with teenage pregnancy. She sees this with her own eyes at school every day.
David Sanders, Schuyler County Youth Services Planner, said there is about a year and a half investment into the development of the Runaway and Homeless Program. After the first couple of months they discovered that there was a definite need. They have tried to obtain private funding. They did receive 10,000 state dollars from the Triangle Foundation. After lengthy review it is determined that there is a need for additional staff. If this money is not allocated they will lose it. He feels it is crucial to have this program.
Ron Alexander said he has been a member of the Youth Board for many years. He is concerned about the number of youth coming into the PINS program. That program can not handle all of the youth in this county. There are too many troubled youth for one person to handle.
Hazel Raplee handed out a presentation written by the Sheriff in 1998. It states what problems Schuyler County has with youth violence and children not having any supervision. Back then there was no runaway and homeless shelter. She gave some statistics of youth who have dropped out of school and noted that there are children sleeping on the streets.
Rich Hurley, a teacher at Bradford School, said he feels there is a strong need to do something regarding the youth. The additional Runaway and Homeless Youth Counselor position is justifiable and logical.
PUBLIC HEARING ON LOCAL LAW NO. 7 OF THE YEAR 2000:
Casey Creamer feels this Local Law will benefit someone with a permanent disability, and perhaps keep them off of welfare. Legislator Young asked if a person has to be on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to qualify. Tom Bloodgood, Real Property Tax Director, explained that the Local Law states in order to qualify, a person must be certified to receive SSDI, SSI, Railroad Retiree benefits or be blind and visually handicapped. The requirements are set in the Real Property Tax Law by statute.
RESOLUTION NO. 226 Motion by Marvel, Second by Bingell.
RE: APPROVE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 10, 2000 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHUYLER COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BE IT RESOLVED, that the
minutes of the April 10, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County
Legislature be approved.
VOTE: Passed 6-0. Abstain: Larison.
RESOLUTION NO. 227 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: PROCLAIM MONTH OF MAY AS "MENTAL HEALTH MONTH"
WHEREAS, Schuyler County Mental Health Clinic provides Outpatient Mental Health Services, Adult Case Management Services and Children and Youth Intensive Case Management Services in Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, Elmira Psychiatric Center provides a Socialization Program, Intensive Case Management services, and Intensive Psychiatric Rehabilitation Treatment to adults in Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, Gateways provides Community Residence Program, Supportive Apartments and Intensive Supportive Apartments for mentally impaired individuals in Schuyler County, and
WHEREAS, Pathways, Inc. provides respite services for children and youth and operates the REACH Family Based Treatment Program, and
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Mental Health Association actively promotes education and other activity in support of mental health programs, and
WHEREAS, the Community Services Board and the Mental Health Subcommittee of the Community Services Board are responsible for mental health programming and services in Schuyler County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature proclaim that May is Mental Health Month and offers its support and encouragement to all consumers, clients and their families, and local service providers as they work together to overcome and manage disabilities and achieve and maintain the highest level of participation in our community.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 228 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE
AGREEMENT WITH GRETCHEN ANN JACOBS FOR EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM SERVICES AND
PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION SPEECH THERAPY – PUBLIC HEALTH – RESCINDED MARCH
12, 2001
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Early Intervention Program must contract with providers to provide early intervention services to eligible children from birth through age two as required by the New York State Department of Health, and
WHEREAS, Schuyler County must provide speech therapy to eligible preschool children according to Section 4410 of the Education Law, and
WHEREAS, Gretchan Ann Jacobs is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and will provide these services to eligible preschool children.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is, authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve, an ongoing contract with Gretchan Ann Jacobs, to provide early intervention services, effective June 1, 2000, at rates set by the New York State Department of Health; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Director of Public Health/Home Health be, and hereby is, authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve an ongoing contract with Gretchan Ann Jacobs to provide preschool speech therapy services at a rate of $40 per half hour session, from July 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 229 Motion by Larison, Second by Bingell.
RE: AMEND 2000 BUDGET FOR DIABETES PROGRAM – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, Schuyler County Public Health is participating in a multi-county Healthy Heart Program initiative, with Chemung County as the lead agency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Legislature supports the efforts of the Public Health Agency in this initiative and authorizes the amendment to the year 2000 county budget as outlined below:
+$2000 Program
Supplies 4010.429
+$2000 Other
Health Dept Revenue 4010-1689
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 230 Motion by Young, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR TRANSPORTATION OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES FROM 7/1/00-6/30/01 – PUBLIC HEALTH
WHEREAS, Schuyler County must provide transportation services to preschool children with disabilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Schuyler County Public Health Office is authorized to advertise for bids for the transportation of preschool children with disabilities from July 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that bids are to be marked "Sealed Bid" and received by the Clerk of the Legislature at the Courthouse, 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY 14891, no later than 5:00 PM on Friday, June 2, 2000. The bids will be opened at the Legislative Resolution Review Committee meeting on June 5, 2000, at which time recommendation for legislative action will be made; acceptance or rejection of bids will be done at the June 12, 2000 Regular Meeting of the Schuyler County Legislature; the County of Schuyler reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 231 Motion by Young, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH SCHUYLER HEAD START – MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, the Schuyler County Mental Health Clinic provides consultative services to Schuyler Head Start.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services be, and hereby is authorized to execute, and the Chairman of the Schuyler County Legislature is authorized to approve an ongoing agreement with Schuyler Head Start, to provide consultative services for the period of 9/1/99 through 6/30/00; subject to the approval of the County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 232 Motion by Young, Second by Bingell.
RE: AUTHORIZE FILLING SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER – MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, the authorization to fill the Supervising Social Worker position will reach the 90 days expiration on May 15th, and then will require Legislative approval to fill, and
WHEREAS, funding is available in the year 2000 County Budget for this position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Director of Community Services is hereby authorized to fill the Supervising Social Worker vacancy in the Mental Health Clinic.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 233 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZATION TO CREATE AND FILL STAFF SOCIAL WORKER POSITION – MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, the Mental Health Clinic is in need of an additional Staff Social Worker position, and
WHEREAS, there is funding available in the year 2000 County budget for this position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Director of Community Services to create and fill a Staff Social Worker position, Grade 28, $16.42 per hour, in the Mental Health Clinic, effective immediately; funding is available in the year 2000 budget.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 234 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE CREATION AND FILLING OF HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNICIAN POSITION – MENTAL HEALTH
WHEREAS, in planning the relocation of the Public Health Department to the Mill Creek Center site, it is desirous to create a Health Information Technician who works ½ time in Public Health and ½ time in Mental Health, and
WHEREAS, the vacant Data Entry Machine Operator position in Mental Health would be abolished to aid in funding the Health Information Technician position, and
WHEREAS, there is funding in the year 2000 budget in both departments to fund this position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Legislature authorizes the Director of Community Services/Director of Public Health to create the position of Health Information Technician, Grade XX1, $12.15 per hour, who works ½ time in the Mental Health Department and ½ time in the Public Health Department, and authorizes the advertising and hiring for said position.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 235 Motion by Larison, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH NYS ELECTRIC & GAS (NYSEG) FOR POWER PARTNERS PROGRAM – OFFICE FOR THE AGING
WHEREAS, NYSEG has created a Power Partners Program to assist people with energy concerns including back bills, and
WHEREAS, the NYS Office for the Aging has established a contract with NYSEG to provide case management and referral services through this program, and
WHEREAS, NYSEG will provide some reimbursement for this service to Area Agencies on Aging as well as increased services to people 60 and older.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to sign an agreement with NYSEG for the Power Partners Program to serve clients of the Office for the Aging through 9/30/2001; subject to the approval of the Schuyler County Attorney.
VOTE: Passed 7-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 236 Motion by Karius, Second by Marvel.
RE: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH STEUBEN HOME CARE – OFFICE FOR THE AGING
WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging provides non-health related, in-home services through EISEP, and
WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging contracts with agencies providing aides for these services, and
WHEREAS, a portion of Schuyler County residents live very close to Steuben County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Legislature be authorized to enter into a contract with St