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Village Board Minutes
November 2007
REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF LYONS BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2007, AT 6:00 P.M. AT THE VILLAGE HALL, 76 WILLIAM
STREET, LYONS, NEW YORK.
PRESENT: Corrine Kleisle, Mayor
Dennis Alvaro,
Deputy Mayor
Harry Aunkst,
Joanne Greco, Thomas Sawtelle (arrived
at 7:17 P.M.) Trustees
Michael Donalty, Police Chief
Michael
Salerno, General Foreman
Denise
Darcangelis, Clerk-Treasurer
ABSENT: Richard C. Wunder,
Village Attorney
Mayor Kleisle welcomed everyone and asked for all
present to stand and pledge the flag.
Mayor Kleisle introduced the members from the Lyons
Community Center Board. Leslie Leo, from the Executive Committee of the
Lyons Community Center, advised the grant money for the Director’s
position will be coming to an end in December 2007. Ms. Leo presented to
the Village Board an idea to share the cost of Director’s position.
They proposed to have this position funded by the Village, Town, School
and Community Center. The estimated cost for salary and benefits for
the position would be $13,000 to $15,000 annually. They stated the
Lyons Community Center is a stand alone project. Other communities help
with the cost to run the organization. They explained all four entities
would have to agree to this. The school approves of the concept
providing the other two municipalities agree. A suggestion was made by
Dan LaGasse to have all three boards meet together with the Community
Center Board to asked questions at one time.
Valerie VanStean presented her idea to have a tree
lighting sponsorship in Central Park. Her plan is to have local
businesses or people purchase lights for the trees in Central Park. This
would be a community event, with Mayor Kleisle and Supervisor Fabino
speaking. She has spoke to the Fire Department and the volunteers have
offered to install the lights. It was decided to start with 10 interior
trees; hold the event on December 8, 2007 at 5:30 P.M.
RESOLUTION offered by Ms. Greco, second by Mr.
Alvaro
RESOLVED that the Village Board approve the
lighting of Central Park per Valerie VanStean’s proposal.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms.Greco
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst, second by Mr.
Alvaro
RESOLVED that the minutes of the regular meeting
held on October 16, 2007, and special meeting of November 6, 2007, be
approved as submitted.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Alvaro, second by Ms.
Greco
RESOLVED that the audit be approved as submitted.
#376-383 General, Water, and Sewer Fund $121,499.97,#384-388, Capital
Account –Canal Grant $9,272.28, #389-390 General, Water, and Sewer Fund
$50,811.51, #391-393 Capital Account- Canal Grant $1,561.42, #394 Trust
& Agency ,Christmas Decorations & Flags $2,200, #395-467 General, Water,
and Sewer Fund $382,828.67, #468 Trust & Agency Account Drug Forfeiture
$119.97, #469-470 Capital Project-Route 14 Sewer Line Replacement
$56,708.24.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco
The Treasurer’s report was given for November 2007,
and placed on file for future information.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst, second by Mr.
Alvaro
RESOLVED that permission is granted to transfer
$114,658.69 from A9710 Serial Bonds to A9720 Statutory Install Bonds.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco
Mayor Kleisle presented the monthly Justice report
for October 2007. On file for future reference
Mayor Kleisle read a letter from Senator Michael
Nozzolio supporting the Village of Lyons’ application for Restore NY
funding.
Mayor Kleisle informed the Village Board of the
Time Warner Cable notice of agreement expirations. For Information Only
Mayor Kleisle read a thank you letters from the New
York State Canal Corporation for making the journey of the Lois McClure
a success and from United States Department of the Interior stating
Lyons was one of the favorite ports of call this summer and thanking the
community for their hospitality and generosity to the Lois McClure crew.
Mayor Kleisle informed the Village Board that
permission was granted from Cambria Construction to authorize Dobbins
Painting & Contracting Company to remove the plaster from the east wall
of 20 Canal Street and pressure wash the side of the building.
RESOLUTION offered by Ms. Greco, second by Mr.
Aunkst
RESOLVED that Dobbins Painting and Contracting
Company are authorized to proceed with the plaster removal and pressure
wash the east wall of 20 Canal Street.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco
Mayor Kleisle discussed the pigeon problem at 20
Canal Street and the Department of Public Works cleaning the sidewalk.
Discussion took place. It was decided the Village of Lyons will no
longer take responsibility for cleaning the sidewalk daily at that
location.
Mayor Kleisle informed the Village Board she read
in the paper the Village of Newark once again declined our submission
for the reimbursement of the training expenses for Officer Rice.
Official notification has not yet been received. She asked the Board
to think about what the next step should be.
Rebecca Grambo, Director of Grants Development,
sent notification of a grant notice for Safe Routes to School. This
would provide installation of sidewalks and bike routes no more than two
miles away from the school. There is no requirement to match funds.
Application is due April 2008.
Trustee Greco advised the new holiday decorations
have been installed. She thanked Michael Salerno, General Working
Foreman, and his crew for their work on this.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst, second by Mr.
Alvaro
RESOLVED that the Lyons Fire Department has
permission to transport Santa to the Lyons Community Center on November
24, 2007, for the Christmas Festival Bonanza.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst, second by Mr.
Alvaro
RESOLVED that permission is granted for the use of
the following streets during Peppermint Days, which is July 10th thru
July 13, 2008. William Street (From Post Office to Canal Street) Church
Street (Broad Street to William Street) and Pearl Street (Broad Street
to William Street).
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco
Trustee Greco reviewed the list of the sewer
line/mains to be cleaned based on the inspections done by Mark Chadwick,
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator.
Mike Salerno, General Working Foreman, will follow
up on this.
Trustee Greco discussed code enforcement issues
throughout the Village. She feels things are not being followed
through, small violations are acted upon, however, the large issues are
being ignored. Trustee Greco would like to see James Murphy, Code
Enforcement Officer attend meetings. Her concern is he is not fair to
businesses and he needs to work with them. She feels this is hurting
the downtown area.
Mayor Kleisle stated to have all complaints on code
enforcement brought to her.
RESOLUTION offered by Ms. Greco, second by Mr.
Alvaro
RESOLVED that the Clerk-Treasurer sends out quotes
for the trees and stumps to be removed and trees to be trimmed from the
Village based on the list from Michael Salerno, General Working Foreman.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco
Mr. Michael James, from Studebaker’s Grille, spoke
regarding the barrels located adjacent his property at 1 Clyde Road.
Discussion took place.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst, second by Mr.
Sawtelle
RESOLVED that a letter be sent to Ms. Susan Scott,
at 5 Montezuma Street, notifying her that the village owned barrels,
unlawfully maintained in the village right of way on Clyde Road be
returned by Monday, November 26, 2007, or they will be removed by
Village personnel on that date.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr.
Sawtelle
Mr. Stephen Corcoran from 209 Canal Street spoke
regarding the sidewalk violation he received on October 29, 2007. Mayor
Kleisle explained to him it was the Village Attorney’s findings that a
sidewalk existed and needs to be replaced. Mr. Corcoran is requesting a
letter from Richard C. Wunder, Village Attorney, regarding his finding.
Mr. Corcoran would also like to file a complaint. He was advised to do
that in writing with the Clerk-Treasurer.
Trustee Sawtelle presented the National Register
for Historic Properties. He stated what is on the National Register are
automatically eligible under local law and should get designation.
Mayor Kleisle suggested William, Broad, and Canal Street. Trustee
Sawtelle will get a tax map and draw proposed lines. It was suggested
to wait until after the holidays and get the Planning Board involved.
Trustee Alvaro reviewed the Public Works monthly
report. This is on file for future reference.
Trustee Aunkst commended Michael Salerno, General
Working Foreman, on the job well done on Maple Street Terrace.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst, second by Ms.
Greco
RESOLVED that permission is granted for Michael
Salerno, Richard Wunder, and Thomas Gowan to attend the winter meeting
of the Finger Lakes Water Works Conference to be held on December 6,
2007, at Carey Lake Restaurant and Party House.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr.
Sawtelle
Trustee Alvaro read a letter from David Alena,
Assistant Superintendent for Business from Lyons Central School,
requesting the Village of Lyons to consider eliminating parking in front
of the Lyons Elementary School on William Street when students are
either unloading in the morning or loading in the afternoon. The school
would also like to request the placing “no drop-off” and “no u-turn
signs on Lawrence Street near the southwest corner of the elementary
school near the cafeteria entrance. Chief Donalty will conduct a
traffic study and report his findings.
Trustee Alvaro gave an update on the Joint Fuel
Facility. The new software for the gasboy has been replaced and is
working well. The ground has been leveled behind the salt barns. In
the spring the millings from the roads from the Town and Village can be
put there. They would like to construct a lean-to on the back of the
building. This could be part of the Shared Services Grant which will be
submitted in December.
Trustee Aunkst presented the Lyons Fire Department
monthly report for the month of October, 2007. On file for future
reference.
Trustee Aunkst discussed the recent fire at the NBC
plant on Hill Road. The building was saved. He commended the fire
department as a whole for the effort given to save the building.
Trustee Aunkst presented the membership application
for Steven Huling for the Lyons Volunteer Fire Department.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst, second by Mr.
Sawtelle
RESOLVED that Steven Huling be and hereby approved
for membership for the Lyons Volunteer Fire Department.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr.
Sawtelle
Trustee Aunkst informed the Board the new fire
truck should be in Buffalo on November 23, 2007, and arrive in Lyons
after December 1, 2007.
Trustee Aunkst presented the monthly police
department report for October 2007. On file for future reference.
Chief Donalty requested it be on record that he
objects to using an emergency vehicle to transport Santa due to the fact
that it is illegal.
Mayor Kleisle thanked Trustee Aunkst for his
dedication to the community during his term of office. She has been
here since 1968 and Harry has proven to be a top board member. He does
his homework, researches things, is not intimidated by anyone and
stepped up to the position. He has done a great job.
Trustee Greco thanked Trustee Aunkst stated the job
was done well by him, he was supportive and she will miss him.
Trustee Sawtelle told Trustee Aunkst he was a
pleasure to work with. His heart is with the community and he will be
missed.
Michael Salerno thanked Trustee Aunkst for the
Maple Street Terrace project they worked on together. Trustee Aunkst
told Michael Salerno he is an asset to the community.
Trustee Alvaro told Trustee Aunkst he was the best
dressed Trustee the Village has ever had, and thanked him for his work.
Trustee Aunkst thanked everyone. He stated there
is a lot to be done. This has been eventful and he has grown with the
community and has grown personally. He has set goals for himself and
will be looking forward to fulfill them.
Discussion took place regarding holding the
Organizational Meeting on Monday, December 3, 2007, and a workshop
meeting on Tuesday, December 4, 2007. It was decided to hold one
meeting on Monday, December 3, 2007.
Public Participation:
Jack Bailey from 35 High Street stated he was
pleased with the sale of Junius Ponds. He questioned where the money
from the sale would go. Mayor Kleisle explained to him she instructed
the Clerk-Treasurer to put the money in a separate Certificate of
Deposit. This money will go to reduce the water fund deficit.
Mr. Bailey also stated he was upset with the
comments regarding the Bakery Building. He would like the Village Board
or the Mayor to speak up on behalf of our community and defend our
community.
Mr. Bailey also commented on the Village of Newark
refusing to pay for Officer Rice’s training. He asked if anyone has
contacted the Attorney General’s office regarding this issue.
Mr. Terry VanStean from 20 Phelps Street also
commented on the remarks from Supervisor Colvin in regards to the Bakery
Building. He feels this is a total slam to our community. He agrees a
response should come from the Village Board regarding his statement.
Mr. VanStean also commented on the Village of
Newark refusing to pay for training expenses. He would like our
attorney to send one final notice before commencing legal action.
Mr. VanStean also thanked the Village Board for
responding to what Mike James presented tonight.
Mr. VanStean thanked Trustee Aunkst for the job he
did while on the Village Board, stated he did a great job.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Alvaro, second by Ms.
Greco
RESOLVED that executive session be declared at 8:50
P.M. for the purpose of discussing Chief Donalty’s employment contract.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr.
Sawtelle
Chief Michael Donalty was present.
Chief Michael Donalty left at 9:11P.M.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst, second by Mr.
Alvaro
RESOLVED that regular session be resumed at 9:46
P.M.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr.
Sawtelle
Village Board finalized the contract with the Chief
of Police through April 2009 and presented to Chief Donalty for
signature.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst, second by Mr.
Alvaro
RESOLVED that the meeting be adjourned.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr.
Sawtelle
Meeting adjourned at 9:46 P.M.
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Denise Darcangelis, Clerk-Treasurer
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A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
VILLAGE OF LYONS BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2007, AT 6:00 P.M. AT THE
VILLAGE HALL, 76 WILLIAM STREET, LYONS, NEW
YORK.
PRESENT:
Corrine Kleisle, Mayor
Dennis
Alvaro, Deputy Mayor
Harry
Aunkst, Joanne Greco, Tom Sawtelle, Trustees
Denise
Darcangelis, Clerk-Treasurer
ABSENT:
Michael Donalty, Police Chief
Michael
Salerno, General Working Foreman
Richard C. Wunder, Village Attorney
This meeting was duly
noticed by contacting the Finger Lakes Times and
posting a notice on the Village Bulletin Board.
Mayor Kleisle welcomed
everyone present and all stood for the pledge to
the flag.
6:00 P.M. Public Hearing
on Restore NY Communities Initiative Program.
Mayor Kleisle asked the
Clerk-Treasurer to read the legal notice and the
affidavit of publication was presented. The
Mayor introduced Matt Hess from Wayne County
Planning who is assisting with this project.
Mr. Hess gave a brief
overview of the grant and the second round of
the funding. The guidelines require
municipalities with less than 40,000 population
be limited to one project (a building or group
of buildings) that revitalizes an urban center
and advances a strategic objective of local
revitalization. The requirements were
rehabilitation /reconstruction of vacant,
abandoned property. The old Lyons Community
Center was selected. He informed the public the
Lyons National Bank is interested in the old
Lyons Community Center for corporate headquarter
use. They plan to rehab the building inside and
out. The bank wants to retain the original look
of the exterior of the building. By the bank
purchasing the property, this would bring the
building back on the tax rolls and encourage
additional downtown revitalization.
The Public Hearing was
opened to questions.
Mr. Richard Wagner, 59
Broad Street, asked if there were site and plot
plans. Mr. Hess did not have finalized
architectural drawings available at this time.
Ms. Joan Smith, 88
Montezuma Street, inquired who will own the
building. Mr. Hess stated the Lyons National
Bank will purchase the building from the Lyons
Community Center, Inc.
Mr. Wagner inquired about
the current basketball court. Mr. Hess stated
this would become a parking lot for the bank
employees, alleviating some of the parking
issues downtown. The vacant red house that also
belongs to the Lyons Community Center property
will be torn down and that area will become
employee parking for the Corporate Office.
Ms. Smith asked what the
Village’s part was. Mr. Hess and Mayor Kleisle
explained to her the Village will administer the
grant and make sure the money is spent properly.
Ms. Smith asked if the
grant could have been used for other things,
like paving. It was explained to her the grant
money is to rehab buildings.
Mr. Wagner asked how soon
we would know if we received the grant. Mr. Hess
advised him we should have a preliminary idea by
November.
Mrs. Angie Cinelli, 103
Montezuma Street, stated this appears to be a
lot of paperwork to apply and the Village is
responsible. She asked if the Village would be
able to handle this. Mayor Kleisle explained
Mr. Hess, from Wayne County Planning Department,
will assist in the administration of this grant.
There were no more
questions.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Aunkst, second by Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLVED that the Public
Hearing for Restore NY is hereby closed at 6:21
P.M.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Sawtelle, Second by Mr. Aunkst
RESOLVED that permission is
granted for the attendance to the Wayne County
Village Officials Meeting on September 26, 2007,
to be held at the Pier One Restaurant in
Wolcott, NY. All expenses to be borne by the
Village of Lyons.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Mayor Kleisle updated the
Board on the permanent home for the Seth Thomas
Clock. Lyons Central School would like more
information. Jack McCranels will be doing a
presentation for them. Lyons National Bank
suggested the Community Center. There has been
no firm answer from anyone.
Mayor Kleisle informed the
Board there will be a pre-construction meeting
regarding 22-26 Canal Street on Thursday,
September 6, 2007, at 10 A.M. at the Village
Office. Dr. D’Amico will be present and there
will be a walk through his building as well.
Plans are to commence demolition on Monday,
September 10, 2007. Notification to people on
the street must be done.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Sawtelle, second by Ms. Greco
RESOLVED that permission is
granted to close William Street from vehicle
traffic from Canal Street to Church Street at
11-1 P.M on Saturday, October 6, 2007, for the
“Step Back in Time” dedication.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Trustee Greco is continuing
to work on the holiday decorations for Geneva
Street.
Trustee Greco questioned a
letter from the Department of State for the
Shared Municipal Service Incentive Grant
Program. We must come up with ideas on what we
can do jointly to share municipal services.
Deadline for submission of this grant is
December 14, 2007.
Trustee Sawtelle read a
request from the Lyons Music Booster to hold a
car wash as a fund raiser event on September 22,
2007, from 10 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. between Santelli
Lumber and Smitty’s Hot Dog Stand.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Sawtelle, second by Mr. Alvaro
RESOLVED that permission is
granted to have the water metered and bill the
Lyons Music Boosters for the water used at their
car wash.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Trustee Sawtelle informed
the Board the seminar he attended on
manufactured homes was well worth it as well as
a good site inspection.
Trustee Alvaro discussed
the paving situation. Mayor Kleisle asked that
she be placed on record that paving of Canal
Street is #1 priority and everything else is
delayed. This street has been promised to be
paved for 2 years.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Aunkst, second by Ms. Greco
RESOLVED that the
Department of Public Works is directed to pave
Canal Street this year, utilize all personnel in
the Public Works Department with a completion
date of October 31, 2007.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Trustee Sawtelle reminded
the Village Board the hydrant still needs to be
put in on Sohn Alloway Road. This will be
completed once Canal Street is completed.
Trustee Alvaro inquired
about the property at 121 William Street. The
building appears to be fully occupied. A
variance request to rent out the downstairs for
tenants was denied back in 2004. Trustee
Sawtelle will have Jim Murphy, Code Enforcement
Officer, look into this.
Approval from Chief Donalty
to honor the request to have outside coverage on
December 1, 2007, from the hours of 4 PM to 8 AM
on December 2, 2007 from the Lyons Police
Association to hold a Christmas Party was
discussed. The Clerk-Treasurer will contact the
Sheriff’s Department to get copy of the
contract.
Trustee Aunkst discussed
the Public Nuisance violations at 33 Canal
Street.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Sawtelle, second by Mr. Aunkst.
RESOLVED that the Public
Hearing be scheduled for 33 Canal Street for the
Public Nuisance Violations.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Trustee Aunkst informed the
Board he was in contact with Robert Howard in
regards to the dogs at large. Mr. Howard is not
interested in a full time position. He possibly
would consider splitting the position with Brian
Williams. Discussion took place. Trustee
Aunkst would like to further discuss this with
Brian and will report back to the Village Board.
Trustee Aunkst discussed
the recent heavy rain the Village had and the
flooding that took place at the firehouse. The
volunteers are currently working on correcting
the problem by digging up the current parking
lot, putting in curbs and would like to build an
entrance way into the building. Through
donations and volunteer work this could be done
at no cost to the Village taxpayers. The
entrance would extend out to sidewalk, and have
a peaked roof for the entrance way.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Sawtelle, second by Mr. Alvaro
RESOLVED that approval for
the Fire Department to build a new entrance way
pending a sketch of the plans are given to James
Murphy, Code Enforcement Officer, for his
approval to meet ADA regulations.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Trustee Aunkst informed the
Board the Lyons Family Restaurant was red tagged
on Sunday, due to a gas leak and health issues.
Mayor Kleisle advised the
Board the sale of Junius Ponds is pending the
payment of the school taxes in which was just
received.
The problem with grease
traps in restaurants and food service places was
discussed. This has become an increasing
problem with the sanitary sewer system. Mr.
Sawtelle will check on the standards for this
and see if this can be part of the building
inspections that are done.
Ms. Smith questioned the
housing project Rural Opportunities will be
developing on Montezuma Street. She read in the
paper low income senior and very low income.
She wanted to be assured the Village would have
better control and handle on this than what was
experienced in the past with Riverside
Apartments. Mayor Kleisle and Trustee Sawtelle
assured her this company has a wonderful track
record.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Alvaro, second by Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLVED that the meeting
be adjourned.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Meeting adjourned at 7:37
P.M.
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Denise Darcangelis,
Clerk-Treasurer
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE
VILLAGE OF LYONS BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON
TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2007, AT 6:00 P.M. AT THE
VILLAGE HALL, 76 WILLIAM STREET, LYONS, NEW
YORK.
PRESENT:
Corrine Kleisle, Mayor
Dennis
Alvaro, Deputy Mayor
Harry
Aunkst, Joanne Greco, Tom Sawtelle, Trustees
Michael
Donalty, Police Chief
Denise
Darcangelis, Clerk-Treasurer
Michael
Salerno, General Working Foreman
ABSENT:
Richard C. Wunder, Village Attorney
Mayor Kleisle welcomed
everyone present and all stood for the pledge to
the flag.
The introduction of three
of the new part-time patrol personnel was done
by Chief Donalty. He introduced Angela Quick,
Adam Verkey and Eric Minisce. Charles Michels
was unable to attend. Chief Donalty informed the
Board they have all completed their field
training.
Mayor Kleisle introduced
James Brady, Superintendent of Wayne County
Highway. Mr. Brady has been working on a street
inventory for the Village of Lyons. He
presented a Road Surface Management Program that
listed the road conditions throughout the
Village with ratings of new to very poor. He
recommended that the Village of Lyons implements
a plan and stated he would assist in doing
this.
Mayor Kleisle also asked
Mr. Brady if Wayne County would be willing to
help with the signage that the Strategic Plan
developed. This would be for the County Offices
throughout the Village, the Court House and the
Museum. Mr. Brady asked that a list be
submitted to him.
RESOLUTION offered by Ms.
Greco, second by Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLVED that the minutes
of the regular meeting held on July 17, 2007,
special meeting held on August 7, 2007, be
approved as submitted.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
The audit was presented.
Trustee Aunkst questioned items #6, voucher from
Brian Williams and # 28 vouchers from Robert
Howard. It was clarified that Mr. Williams was
covering for Mr. Howard while he was out of
town. The bills from them were reviewed. It
was determined the bills that the dogs are
unlicensed would be forwarded to the Town of
Lyons and any bills for the dangerous dogs with
court dates would be submitted to the owner for
restitution. Trustee Sawtelle questioned item
#31 a bill from Jerome Fire Equipment for the
repair switch and wires on the 2002 E-1 Fire
Truck. He asked if the truck was still under
warranty. Trustee Aunkst stated the warranty
was for 3 years.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Sawtelle, second by Ms. Greco
RESOLVED that the audit be
approved as follows with the adjustments to the
bills submitted by Brian Williams and Robert
Howard. # 116-121 General, Water and Sewer Fund
$97,932.51; #122 Trust & Agency Account $200.00;
#123-124 General, Water and Sewer Fund
$53,740.76; #125-214 General, Water and Sewer
Fund $165,255.99; #215 Trust & Agency Account
$204.00, #216 Capital Fund Rt. 14 Sewer Project
$840.25, #217 Capital Fund $2,844.67.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
The Treasurers report was
submitted and is on file.
The Clerk-Treasurer
presented letters from the American Legion Post
#227 and the Lyons VFW Post #5092 as they have
applied for liquor licenses from the New York
State Liquor Board. There were no comments. For
information only.
RESOLUTION offered by Ms.
Aunkst, second by Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLVED that permission is
granted for the Clerk-Treasurer to attend the
Advanced Accounting School in Fulton, NY on
October 16-18. All expenses bourne by the
Village of Lyons.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
The Clerk-Treasurer
requested permission to transfer money from the
contingency account -A1990.4, wages-A3620.1,
social security-A9030.8, and supplies-A3620.4
for our newly hired Assistant Code Enforcement
Officer.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Alvaro, second by Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLVED that permission is
granted for the Clerk Treasurer to transfer
$3,656.55 from A1990.4 the contingency account
for the expenses of our newly hired Asst Code
Enforcement Officer, wages A3620.1 $2,700,
Social Security A9030.8, $206.55, and misc.
expenses A3620.4, $750.00.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Mayor Kleisle introduced
Jane Roberts, Chairperson for the Lyons
Peppermint Days Festival. Ms. Roberts recapped
the 2007 Peppermint Days Festival. She stated
she had several accomplishments as Chairperson
of this committee. One is bringing the ending
bank balance from $2,000 to $13,000. She stated
she was disappointed with the number of
volunteers she was able to recruit, but they did
the best with the number they had. She was also
disappointed that they were told to stop the
collection of donations for the fireworks in the
state highway from Chief Donalty. She stated
other Villages are able to do this. Trustee
Aunkst advised her there is a law that you can
not solicit for money in the street. She also
felt from an ad in the local paper the residents
of Lyons wanted a Lyons person to chair the
event. She advised the Board she is planning on
moving to Ontario County and would be resigning
as Chairperson. Ms. Roberts stated she had a
wonderful experience and enjoyed the festival.
The Board thanked her for the wonderful job she
did, and advised her that we hoped a small
number of people would not discourage her from
running the event.
The Village Justice Report
for July 2007 has been received and placed on
file for future information.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Aunkst, second by Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLVED that Local Law 3
Preservation of Historic Structures and
Districts is adopted. (See Attached)
Authorizing the village officials the power to
designate structures as historic. Mr. Sawtelle
will develop a list.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Mayor Kleisle read a letter
from Peg Churchill regarding the Main Street
grant. $250.00 is needed by five canal villages
for the IDA to contribute to the Main Street
grant.
RESOLUTION offered by Ms.
Greco, Second by Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLVED that authorization
is granted pay $250 match for the National Main
Street Program for Canal Villages,
Whereas, the Western Erie Canal Alliance,
in partnership with Landmark Society of Western
New York, has received a grant for $192,000,
requiring a match of $48,000 to develop a
regional Main Street program within the Western
Erie Canal Heritage Corridor with focus on
Wayne, Orleans and Niagara County Villages; and
Whereas, Wayne County’s five canal —
Macedon, Palmyra, Newark, Lyons and
Clyde--villages will be able to participate in
the program with support from a frill-time Main
Street Coordinator and consultants through the
National Main Street program for two years; and
Whereas, a total of three villages in the
three counties will receive focused attention
and be used as models for other canal corridor
communities; and
Whereas, the goal of the program is
downtown business development; be it hereby
Resolved, that the Wayne County IDA will
provide three thousand dollars - $3 000.—to
assist with the match for this program,
contingent upon the Wayne County canal villages
providing an addition fifteen hundred dollars
-$1,250- in total to assist in developing a
National Main Street Program and upon the
participation, either through in-kind or cash,
from Orleans and Niagara Counties, through
municipal or private entities; and be it further
Resolved, that the Wayne County IDA will
provide $2,000- two thousand dollars- to assist
in matching a National Erie Canalways grant to
WECA for Hospitality and Interpretation
training, that the space for the training day in
Wayne County will be donated by Historic
Palmyra, Inc. and the training will be held at
the Ailing Coverlet Museum in Palmyra, and that
the Wayne County Tourism Department will assist
with organizing and promoting the event at no
additional costs; and that the IDA participation
is contingent upon a nominal charge (if allowed
under the grant contract) being charged to
individual attendees and a financial or in-kind
participation be shown by other counties
participating in training days.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Aunkst, second by Ms. Greco
RESOLVED that the quote
submitted by Paul Wagner, Municipal Financial
Consultant Accounting and Auditing, is accepted
for $2,300 plus out of pocket expenses for the
State of New York’s audit of the Justice books
for the Lyons Village Justice based on his
knowledge and experience.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Mayor Kleisle informed the
Village Board the estimated increase of the 2008
rates for the Worker Compensation Program.
Estimated cost for 2008 is $94,000 a $15,000
increase. For Information Only.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Alvaro, second by Mr. Aunkst
Whereas, the
NYS Empire State Development Corporation (ESD)
has made available $100 million to communities
for the revitalization of urban centers
throughout the state, and
Whereas, the
Village is eligible to apply for up to $2.5
million to this end; and
Whereas, the
Lyons National Bank and the Lyons Community
Center, Inc. desire to enter into an agreement
for the bank’s purchase and redevelopment of the
old Community Center on Broad Street, and
request $950,000 in Restore New York funds for
this purpose; and
Whereas, the
proposed project is consistent with the
Village’s Downtown Strategic Plan; and
Whereas, the
requested financing is necessary and appropriate
for this purpose; and
Whereas, the
project facilitates effective and efficient use
of existing and future public resources so as to
promote both economic development and
preservation of community resources, and
Whereas, the
project develops and enhances a facility that
will attract, create and/or sustain employment
opportunities in the Village; now, therefore, be
it
Resolved,
that Corrine Kleisle, Mayor, is authorized and
directed to prepare and submit a 2007 Restore
New York application and is authorized to
execute any and all documents required thereto;
and be it further
Resolved,
that the Village hereby appropriates and
authorizes payment of $250 to ESD for the
required application fee.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco
ABSTAIN: Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Alvaro, second by Ms. Greco
RESOLVED that a Public
Hearing is held on Tuesday, September 4, 2007,
at 6:00 PM at the Lyons Village Hall, 76 William
Street, Lyons, NY, regarding the Restore NY
Communities Initiative Program, discussion of
the property assessment list and the Villages
application for funds.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Mayor Kleisle informed the
Board of the status of the Route 14 North sewer
line. NYS DOT is requiring a new permit due to
the depth of the hole. Michael Salerno, General
Working Foreman, is working with NYS DOT to get
soil conditions for the trench.
Mayor Kleisle advised a
decision was made regarding the Town of Lyons
vs. Village of Lyons Zoning Board of Appeals.
The judge rejected the town’s claim that the
Village did not follow proper procedures in
approving plans for Rural Opportunities to build
a senior housing complex off Elm Street. The
Town of Lyons has 30 days to appeal. For
information only.
Mayor Kleisle read a notice
from Time Warner Cablevision updating on changes
and increases effective September 1, 2007. For
Information Only.
Trustee Greco discussed a
request from Jim Taccone, property owner of 7441
Route 31 expressing a reduction in his sewer
bill due to water leak. Discussion ensued.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Alvaro, second by Ms. Greco
RESOLVED that the request
for the reduction in his sewer bill be denied,
based on Municipal Code 26.20 which states sewer
rates are based on consumption of water on
premises connected with sewer system.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Trustee Greco mentioned she
is currently working with the Lyons Community
Center to hold the Holiday Party at that
location.
RESOLUTION was offered by
Mr. Sawtelle, second by Ms. Greco
RESOLVED that permission is
granted for James Murphy, Code Enforcement
Officer, to attend an on site inspection of a
manufactured home on August 24, 2007, in
Williamson, NY.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Aunkst, second by Mr. Alvaro
RESOLVED that permission is
granted for James Murphy, Code Enforcement
Officer, to attend an in service training class
sponsored by the NYS Codes Division at the
Ontario County Training Facility on September 12
and October 4 from 9 AM to 4 PM. The classes
being held are Fire and Structural Inspections
of Public and Private Schools and Practical
Applications of the Plumbing Code.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Trustee Sawtelle discussed
the waterline on Water Street. Leak detection
was done at that location and two leaks have
been detected. Michael Salerno, General Working
Foreman, advises 400’ of pipe needs to be
replaced, 6 house services need to be replaced,
and the road will need to be twin saw cut.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Aunkst, second by Mr. Alvaro
RESOLVED that Michael
Salerno, General Working Foreman, has permission
to fix the water leaks on Water Street, prior to
paving.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Trustee Sawtelle discussed
the concern with outdoor recreational fires.
There has been a property in the Village that
has had the Lyons Fire Department and the Lyons
Police Department called 3 times due to the
smoke. James Murphy, Code Enforcement Officer,
will send a letter to the tenant advising him
this is becoming a public nuisance.
Trustee Sawtelle questioned
the Village Board on the leash law we have on
the books. This is not being enforced and he
would like to see it enforced or removed.
Trustee Aunkst will discuss this with Robert
Howard to see if he would be interested in the
Dog Warden position.
Trustee Alvaro, presented
the monthly DPW report and placed on file for
future information. Focus has been on the
temporary repair of Layton Street. Mike
Salerno, General Working Foreman, would like the
Wayne County Highway to stripe the street before
winter. Mr. Salerno could not give us a
definite date on the paving of Canal Street.
Trustee Aunkst read the
Lyons Police Department report for the month of
July. On file for future information.
Trustee Aunkst referred a
request to have a Christmas party from the Lyons
Police Association to Chief Donalty requesting
coverage from an outside agency on December 1,
2007, from the hours of 4 PM to 8 AM on December
2, 2007. This needs to be approved by him prior
to the Village Board receiving the request.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Aunkst, second by Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLVED that permission is
granted for Ofc. Potuck, to attend Street Level
Interdiction training in Rochester on August
29. No tuition -salary only.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Alvaro, second by Mr. Aunkst
RESOLVED that permission is
granted for Ofc Minisce, Ofc. Michels, and Ofc.
Quick to attend Street Level Interdiction
training in Rochester on August 29. No tuition-
salary only
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Chief Donalty informed the
Village Board a new phone system has been
installed at the Police Station. He stated the
public needs to know if they need an Officer
they need to call 911.
Trustee Aunkst read the
Lyons Fire Department report for July. This is
on file with the Village Clerk.
Trustee Aunkst presented
the Village Board with a membership application
for the Lyons Fire Department. The membership
for Daniel DeWolf was approved by the Fire
Department.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Sawtelle, second by Mr. Alvaro
RESOLVED that the
membership of Daniel DeWolf be approved to the
Lyons Fire Department.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Aunkst, second by Mr. Alvaro
RESOLVED that permission is
granted for the Lyons Fire Department to hold a
blood drive with the American Red Cross on
September 9, 2007, from 2 PM to 7 PM at 23 Water
Street.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Trustee Aunkst stated he
will advise Mark Hartwell his driveway is
scheduled to be repaired in October of 2007.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr.
Alvaro, second by Mr. Aunkst
RESOLVED that the meeting
be adjourned.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr.
Aunkst, Ms. Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Meeting adjourned at 8:38
P.M.
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Denise Darcangelis,
Clerk-Treasurer
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A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF
LYONS BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2007,
AT 6:00 P.M. AT THE VILLAGE HALL, 76 WILLIAM STREET,
LYONS, NEW YORK.
PRESENT: Corrine
Kleisle, Mayor
Dennis Alvaro, Deputy Mayor
Harry Aunkst, Joanne Greco, Tom Sawtelle (arrived at
7:16 P.M.), Trustees
Denise Darcangelis, Clerk-Treasurer
ABSENT: Michael
Donalty, Police Chief
Michael Salerno, General Working Foreman
Richard C. Wunder, Village Attorney
This meeting was duly noticed by
contacting the Finger Lakes Times and posting a notice
on the Village Bulletin Board.
Mayor Kleisle welcomed everyone
present and all stood for the pledge to the flag.
Mayor Kleisle advised the Board she
is still working to find a permanent home for the Seth
Thomas Clock. She is talking with Lyons National Bank,
Lyons Central School, and Robert Ohmann. Dimensions of
the clock are 4x4x7.
Mayor Kleisle discussed the
proposed change in Parker Hannifin’s sewer rates. Their
rates are currently at 26%. Parker Hannifin has
provided proof of what is being discharged into the
Village of Lyons sewer system.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst,
second by Ms. Greco
RESOLVED that Parker Hannifin’s
sewer rate be billed at 15% based on receiving quarterly
reports from them on their outflow.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms.
Greco
Mayor Kleisle informed the Board
Palmyra Airpark has withdrawn their bid for the
demolition of 22-26 Canal Street. Mayor Kleisle also
presented to the Board a bill from Larsen Engineers for
$2,844.67 for the “Extra” Support Services working with
Palmyra Airpark for change orders, meetings,
administration fees, etc.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst,
second by Mr. Alvaro
RESOLVED that the invoice from
Larsen Engineers in the amount of $2,844.67 to be billed
to Palmyra Airpark and the Village of Lyons retain the
bid bond from Palmyra Airpark in the amount of $500.00.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms.
Greco
The second bidder, Cambria
Contracting Inc. has agreed to take on this project at
their bid price of $59,400, and a proposed a change
order for an additional $5,000 for the asbestos removal.
RESOLUTION offered by Ms. Greco,
second by Mr. Alvaro
RESOLVED that the demolition of
22-26 Canal Street be awarded to Cambria Contracting
Inc. for $59,400 and an additional $5,000 for the change
order for the asbestos removal.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms.
Greco
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst,
second by Mr. Alvaro
RESOLVED that authorization is
granted for Larsen Engineers to prepare the contract bid
documents for the Erie Canal Greenway Grant project at
an estimated cost of $4,500.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms.
Greco
Mayor Kleisle informed the Board
she has received several inquiries regarding the vendors
that have set up to sell food on private property. She
has been in contact with NYCOM and they stated vendors
on private property do not require a permit to sell
food. They must be licensed with the New York State
Department of Health. For Information Only.
Mayor Kleisle advised the Restore
New York Grant is taking applications. The Village must
file a notice of intent by 8/20/07.
Mayor Kleisle presented the Board a
letter from Mike Santelli, from the Strategic Plan
Committee, regarding recommendations of signage
throughout the Village. A decision was made to start
with the public parking signs. Mayor Kleisle will find
out the color to be used. A letter will be sent to the
State requesting four signs be donated for the
Historical District. James Brady will be contacted to
ask if the County will contribute the signs for the
County offices, Courts and the Museum.
Mayor Kleisle would like to see the
holiday decorations continue on Geneva Street, from
Water Street to Herman Bros. A permit will need to be
acquired from NYSEG.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Aunkst,
second by Ms. Greco
RESOLVED that the old paper
shredder in the Village Office be declared as surplus
and sold to Mayor Kleisle for $1.00.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms.
Greco
Trustee Alvaro discussed the status
of the paving projects throughout the Village. Mike
Salerno, General Working Foreman, is currently working
on getting prices for milling. No date has been set.
Layton Street is being prepared for patching. They are
continuing working on leak detection throughout the
Village.
Trustee Alvaro advised Rich
Santelli’s curbing issue on Pearl Street has not been
repaired. It is still on the schedule to put in a black
top curb.
Trustee Aunkst advised the
corrections to the driveway, street and sidewalk at 45
Maple should be completed in the fall at an estimated
cost of $3,000.
Trustee Sawtelle arrived at 7:16
P.M.
Trustee Sawtelle suggested the
matter of the sidewalk replacement on Mirick Place and
North Joy be left to the discretion of the Code
Enforcement Officer, James Murphy, and to advise Mr.
Corcoran the matter has been turned over to Code
Enforcement.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Sawtelle,
second by Ms. Greco
RESOLVED that authorization is
given to Water personnel, Warren Wheaton and Rich Wunder
to attend the Finger Lakes Water Works Conference on
Thursday, August 23, 2007, at Bristol Volunteer Fire
Department, with authorized use of the Village vehicle.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms.
Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLUTION was offered by Mr.
Sawtelle, second by Mr. Aunkst
RESOLVED that the Village of Lyons
will authorize a one time sewer credit when a new pool
is installed and filled with water. The Village will no
longer accept meter readings to issue credit to sewer
rents to fill existing pools to add water.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms.
Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Sawtelle,
second by Ms. Greco
RESOLVED that for building
demolition for controlled burns, the Village of Lyons
estimate the amount of water consumed and bill back the
property owner for the water used.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms.
Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Trustee Sawtelle informed the Board
the property at 8 Jackson Street had been sold to Ken
Bond. Mr. Bond has been in for a building permit and
plans on renovating the entire house. The house will
remain a single family home.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Sawtelle,
second by Mr. Alvaro
RESOLVED that a letter be sent to
Mr. Bond advising him as long as he proceeds renovating
the property at 8 Jackson Street in a timely manner, the
Village of Lyons will take no further action against the
property, and a letter be sent to the Tyler’s informing
them the property at 8 Jackson Street has been purchased
and a permit has been obtained to renovate the property
and bring it up to code.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms.
Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Trustee Sawtelle discussed the
Brinewell pump that needs to be replaced at the Water
Plant. Trustee Sawtelle informed the Board he is
currently working on this and will have a better idea of
figures at the next board meeting.
Trustee Aunkst left at 8:02 P.M.
RESOLUTION offered by Mr. Alvaro,
second by Mr. Sawtelle
RESOLVED that the meeting be
adjourned.
AYES: Mr. Alvaro, Mr. Aunkst, Ms.
Greco, Mr. Sawtelle
Meeting adjourned at 8:15 P.M.
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Denise Darcangelis, Clerk-Treasurer
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