Town of Ellenburg
Office of the Town Clerk
Minutes of the Town Board
Special Board Meeting
August 21, 2018
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Yes
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
Supervisor Dezan then turned the floor over to LaBarge Agency, now own and operated by Chris LaBarge, to discuss our options for insurance policies. They then went into detail about the policy and what it means. This policy proposal is attached to these minutes.
After Labarge Agency finished their presentation and the board members had asked their questions and concerns. A Resolution was proposed to allow supervisor to sign said insurance contract.
Resolution No. 18-93
To authorize the supervisor to sign the 2018-2019 insurance policy.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Seconded: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Supervisor Dezan asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned by
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Dennis LaBombard
The next regular meeting will be held on September 18, 2018
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Michelle Dezan, Ellenburg Deputy Town Clerk
Office of the Town Clerk
Minutes of the Town Board
Special Board Meeting
August 21, 2018
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Yes
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
Supervisor Dezan then turned the floor over to LaBarge Agency, now own and operated by Chris LaBarge, to discuss our options for insurance policies. They then went into detail about the policy and what it means. This policy proposal is attached to these minutes.
After Labarge Agency finished their presentation and the board members had asked their questions and concerns. A Resolution was proposed to allow supervisor to sign said insurance contract.
Resolution No. 18-93
To authorize the supervisor to sign the 2018-2019 insurance policy.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Seconded: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Supervisor Dezan asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned by
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Dennis LaBombard
The next regular meeting will be held on September 18, 2018
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Michelle Dezan, Ellenburg Deputy Town Clerk
The following minutes have not bee approved by the town board yet. We are posting them before acceptance so you do not have to wait one month to find out what happened at this months meeting.
Town of Ellenburg
Office of the Town Clerk
Minutes of the Town Board
Special Board Meeting
September 10, 2018
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and explained that todays meeting was to further discuss the solar zoning in the Town of Ellenburg.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard absent
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
Supervisor Dezan then turned the floor over to Mr. Eric Gustafson ESQ. to go into detail on last meetings changes. There was discussion on these changes and more changes need to be applied.
Supervisor Dezan asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned by
The next regular meeting will be held on September 18, 2018
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Michelle Dezan, Ellenburg Deputy Town Clerk
Office of the Town Clerk
Minutes of the Town Board
Special Board Meeting
September 10, 2018
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and explained that todays meeting was to further discuss the solar zoning in the Town of Ellenburg.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard absent
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
Supervisor Dezan then turned the floor over to Mr. Eric Gustafson ESQ. to go into detail on last meetings changes. There was discussion on these changes and more changes need to be applied.
Supervisor Dezan asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned by
The next regular meeting will be held on September 18, 2018
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Michelle Dezan, Ellenburg Deputy Town Clerk
The following minutes have not bee approved by the town board yet. We are posting them before acceptance so you do not have to wait one month to find out what happened at this months meeting.
Town of Ellenburg
Office of the Town Clerk
Minutes of the Town Board
Regular Board Meeting
September 18, 2018 at 6:30 PM
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held for friends that have passed on, Service men and women and first responders.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Yes
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
The first item on the agenda was old business.
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to old business
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to new business
Jeremy DuMont, president of Lyon Mt. ambulance service, spoke to the board briefly on the issue of ems service and will return for November 20th meeting.
The resolutions are the next topic of discussion:
Resolution 18-94
To pay vouchers 239 to 269 in the General Fund in the amount of $72,092.85.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes
Resolution 18-95
To pay vouchers 157 to 163 in the Highway Fund in the amount of $16,567.15.
Motion: Richard Trombley Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Office of the Town Clerk
Minutes of the Town Board
Regular Board Meeting
September 18, 2018 at 6:30 PM
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held for friends that have passed on, Service men and women and first responders.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Yes
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
The first item on the agenda was old business.
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to old business
- Kevin’s truck ordered will be blue
- Mausoleum is finished, members need to go through and inspect.
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to new business
Jeremy DuMont, president of Lyon Mt. ambulance service, spoke to the board briefly on the issue of ems service and will return for November 20th meeting.
The resolutions are the next topic of discussion:
Resolution 18-94
To pay vouchers 239 to 269 in the General Fund in the amount of $72,092.85.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes
Resolution 18-95
To pay vouchers 157 to 163 in the Highway Fund in the amount of $16,567.15.
Motion: Richard Trombley Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-96
To hold special meeting on October 1, 2018 at 10 a.m. to discuss the new solar zoning law for the town of Ellenburg.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution No. 18-97
to authorize the capital expenditure of $87,687.60 PLUS ADMIN., PROJECT DELIVERY, AND OTHER SOFT COSTS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TOWN OF ELLENBURG HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM, FOR PROJECT #EB-16-09.
Motion: Dennis LaBombard Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-no, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution No. 18-98
to authorize budget transfers within the 2018 town budget
Motion Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution No. 18-99
TO HOLD A SPECIAL MEETING TO DISCUSS THE 2019 TOWN BUDGET ON OCTOBER 1ST, 2018 AT 11 Am AND A SPECIAL MEETING ON oCTOBER 16TH 2018 AT 7:30PM AGAIN TO DISCUSS THE 2019 BUDGET
Motion: Richard Trombley Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution No. 18-100
To hold a public hearing on October 16, 2018 at 6:00 PM on a proposed local law 2 of 2018 entitled “To override the 2018 Tax Cap”.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution No. 18-101
to pay $2000 to the chateaugay lake foundation for removal of milfoil at the boat launch
This resolution was not passed at this time.
To hold special meeting on October 1, 2018 at 10 a.m. to discuss the new solar zoning law for the town of Ellenburg.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution No. 18-97
to authorize the capital expenditure of $87,687.60 PLUS ADMIN., PROJECT DELIVERY, AND OTHER SOFT COSTS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TOWN OF ELLENBURG HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM, FOR PROJECT #EB-16-09.
Motion: Dennis LaBombard Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-no, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution No. 18-98
to authorize budget transfers within the 2018 town budget
Motion Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution No. 18-99
TO HOLD A SPECIAL MEETING TO DISCUSS THE 2019 TOWN BUDGET ON OCTOBER 1ST, 2018 AT 11 Am AND A SPECIAL MEETING ON oCTOBER 16TH 2018 AT 7:30PM AGAIN TO DISCUSS THE 2019 BUDGET
Motion: Richard Trombley Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution No. 18-100
To hold a public hearing on October 16, 2018 at 6:00 PM on a proposed local law 2 of 2018 entitled “To override the 2018 Tax Cap”.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution No. 18-101
to pay $2000 to the chateaugay lake foundation for removal of milfoil at the boat launch
This resolution was not passed at this time.
Resolution No. 18-102
to adjust resolution no. 18-94 from $72,092.85 to $70,092.85
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution No. 18-103
to place ad in paper for the vacancy of the Ellenburg Tax Collector.
Motion: Richard Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Supervisor Dezan then asked if there was anything else for new business
Supervisor Dezan then read the monthly financial report.
Is there a motion to accept the supervisors financial report.
Motion: Dennis LaBombard Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Dezan-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Supervisor Dezan asked for a motion to pass the minutes from the August regular meeting and special meetings.
Motion: Richard Trombley Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: LaBombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Dezan-Yes
Supervisor Dezan called for the town clerk’s report. Bethany Fortin still out on maternity leave. Nothing to report at this time.
Supervisor Dezan asked if the Highway Superintendent had anything to report. Mr. Wright was absent Supervisor Dezan then spoke on the payment we received from state of $2,768.71 for the winter storm.
JCEO report was next on the agenda. Supervisor Dezan read the JCEO report.
Supervisor Dezan then asked for the code officer’s report. No report at this time.
Supervisor Dezan then called for the Historian’s report, Joan Hobbs wanted to remind everyone of the signs for Cold Spring Rd and ceremony to place them on the road.
to adjust resolution no. 18-94 from $72,092.85 to $70,092.85
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution No. 18-103
to place ad in paper for the vacancy of the Ellenburg Tax Collector.
Motion: Richard Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Supervisor Dezan then asked if there was anything else for new business
- There was no other new business at this time
Supervisor Dezan then read the monthly financial report.
Is there a motion to accept the supervisors financial report.
Motion: Dennis LaBombard Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Dezan-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Supervisor Dezan asked for a motion to pass the minutes from the August regular meeting and special meetings.
Motion: Richard Trombley Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: LaBombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Dezan-Yes
Supervisor Dezan called for the town clerk’s report. Bethany Fortin still out on maternity leave. Nothing to report at this time.
Supervisor Dezan asked if the Highway Superintendent had anything to report. Mr. Wright was absent Supervisor Dezan then spoke on the payment we received from state of $2,768.71 for the winter storm.
JCEO report was next on the agenda. Supervisor Dezan read the JCEO report.
Supervisor Dezan then asked for the code officer’s report. No report at this time.
Supervisor Dezan then called for the Historian’s report, Joan Hobbs wanted to remind everyone of the signs for Cold Spring Rd and ceremony to place them on the road.
Supervisor Dezan stated that soccer is still going on and read a letter from Rob Robare on this years swim program.
The next item on the agenda were council member reports:
Dennis LaBombard – Dennis LaBombard reported the following
Richard (JR) Trombley – JR Trombley reported the following:
Deryl Gregory – Deryl Gregory reported the following:
Gary Bombard – Gary Bombard reported the following:
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to questions and comments:
Supervisor Dezan then closed the floor.
Supervisor Dezan asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Denise LaBombard
The next regular meeting will be held on October 16, 2018 at 6:30 PM
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Michelle Dezan, Ellenburg Deputy Town Clerk
The next item on the agenda were council member reports:
Dennis LaBombard – Dennis LaBombard reported the following
- Nothing at this time
Richard (JR) Trombley – JR Trombley reported the following:
- Yesterday’s fire at Floods place, new truck was tested Chief Colin did a great job and thanks to Ellenburg Depot fire dept. for their help.
- Ellenburg Center needs people.
Deryl Gregory – Deryl Gregory reported the following:
- Old timers band October 7, 3 to 6 last one for the year.
Gary Bombard – Gary Bombard reported the following:
- Light system issues
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to questions and comments:
- Phil Trombley spoke to the board on a possible hydrant system in the town to help with fires and this will be brought to the commissioners attention to discuss.
Supervisor Dezan then closed the floor.
Supervisor Dezan asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Denise LaBombard
The next regular meeting will be held on October 16, 2018 at 6:30 PM
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Michelle Dezan, Ellenburg Deputy Town Clerk
The following minutes have not bee approved by the town board yet. We are posting them before acceptance so you do not have to wait one month to find out what happened at this months meeting.
Town of Ellenburg
Office of the Town Clerk
Public Hearing
October 16, 2018 at 6:00 PM
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Yes
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
This meeting has been called as a public hearing to review Local Law No. 2
Supervisor Dezan then read the contents of Local Law No. 2
A local law to override the tax levy limit established in General Municipal Law 3-c
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Ellenburg as follows:
Section 1. Legislative Intent
It is the intent of this local law to override the limit on the amount of real property taxes that may be levied by the Town of Ellenburg pursuant to General Municipal Law ؏3-c, and to allow the Town of Ellenburg to adopt a budget for the fiscal year 2018 that requires a real property tax levy in excess of the “tax levy limit” as defined by General Municipal Law ؏3-c.
Section 2. Authority
This local law is adopted pursuant to subdivision 5 of General Municipal Law ؏3-c, which expressively authorizes the Town Board to override the tax cap by the adoption of a local law approved by vote of sixty percent (60%) of the Town Board.
Section 3. Tax Levy Limit Override
The Town Board of the Town of Ellenburg, County of Clinton is hereby authorized to adopt a budget for the fiscal year 2018 that requires a real property tax levy in excess of the amount otherwise proscribed in General Municipal Law, ؏3-c.
Section 4. Severability
If any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision , or part of this Local Law or the application thereof to any person, firm or corporation, or circumstance, shall be adjusted by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unconstitutional, such order or judgement shall not affect, impair, or invalidate the remainder thereof, but shall be confined in its operation to the clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, or part of this Local Law or in its application to the person, individual, firm, or corporation, directly involved in the controversy in which such judgement or order shall be rendered.
Section 5. Effective date.
This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State.
The board members and town attorney asked questions of the supervisor and discussed the details of why the tax levy was exceeded.
There was then time available for the public to ask questions, comment or express concerns.
Supervisor Dezan then stated we would conclude the public hearing. Jason asked for a motion.
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
The public hearing was closed at 6:20 PM
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Bethany Drown Fortin, Ellenburg Town Clerk
Office of the Town Clerk
Public Hearing
October 16, 2018 at 6:00 PM
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Yes
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
This meeting has been called as a public hearing to review Local Law No. 2
Supervisor Dezan then read the contents of Local Law No. 2
A local law to override the tax levy limit established in General Municipal Law 3-c
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Ellenburg as follows:
Section 1. Legislative Intent
It is the intent of this local law to override the limit on the amount of real property taxes that may be levied by the Town of Ellenburg pursuant to General Municipal Law ؏3-c, and to allow the Town of Ellenburg to adopt a budget for the fiscal year 2018 that requires a real property tax levy in excess of the “tax levy limit” as defined by General Municipal Law ؏3-c.
Section 2. Authority
This local law is adopted pursuant to subdivision 5 of General Municipal Law ؏3-c, which expressively authorizes the Town Board to override the tax cap by the adoption of a local law approved by vote of sixty percent (60%) of the Town Board.
Section 3. Tax Levy Limit Override
The Town Board of the Town of Ellenburg, County of Clinton is hereby authorized to adopt a budget for the fiscal year 2018 that requires a real property tax levy in excess of the amount otherwise proscribed in General Municipal Law, ؏3-c.
Section 4. Severability
If any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision , or part of this Local Law or the application thereof to any person, firm or corporation, or circumstance, shall be adjusted by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unconstitutional, such order or judgement shall not affect, impair, or invalidate the remainder thereof, but shall be confined in its operation to the clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, or part of this Local Law or in its application to the person, individual, firm, or corporation, directly involved in the controversy in which such judgement or order shall be rendered.
Section 5. Effective date.
This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State.
The board members and town attorney asked questions of the supervisor and discussed the details of why the tax levy was exceeded.
There was then time available for the public to ask questions, comment or express concerns.
- Bridgette Coolidge was in attendance.
Supervisor Dezan then stated we would conclude the public hearing. Jason asked for a motion.
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
The public hearing was closed at 6:20 PM
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Bethany Drown Fortin, Ellenburg Town Clerk
The following minutes have not bee approved by the town board yet. We are posting them before acceptance so you do not have to wait one month to find out what happened at this months meeting.
Town of Ellenburg
Office of the Town Clerk
Minutes of the Town Board
Regular Board Meeting
October 16, 2018 at 6:30 PM
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held for friends that have passed on, Service men and women and first responders.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Yes
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
The first item on the agenda was old business.
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to old business
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to new business
The resolutions are the next topic of discussion:
Resolution 18-104
To pay vouchers 270 to 288 in the General Fund in the amount of $6,820.04.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes
Resolution 18-105
To pay vouchers 164 to 168 in the Highway Fund in the amount of $13,100.33
Motion: Dennis LaBombard Second: Richard (JR) Trombley
Vote: Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-106
To authorize transfer within the 2018 Town Budget
Note: See attachment
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution 18-107
To hold a public hearing on October 30th at 6:30 PM to obtain citizens views and answer questions relating to submitting a 2018 CDBG housing rehabilitation grant application.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: LaBombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-108
To hold a special meeting for authorizing the submitting of a 2018 CDBG housing rehabilitation grant for the town of Ellenburg on October 30th, 2018 at 7:00 PM
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes
Resolution 18-109
Authorizing the passing of local law 2 of 2018 entitled to override the tax levy limit established in general municipal law 3C.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution 18-110
To hold a public hearing on November 7 at 6:30 on the 2019 budget.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: LaBombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-111
To hold a special meeting for the possibility of passing the 2019 town budget on November 7th, 2018 at 7:00 PM
Motion: Gary Bombard Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution 18-112
To hold a public hearing to extend the moratorium on the solar zoning in Ellenburg on November 20th, 2018 at 6:00 PM
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes
Resolution 18-113
To authorize payment of $2,000 to the Chateaugay Lake Foundation to aid with the removal of the milfoil.
Motion: NO MOTION-RESOLUTION NOT PASSED
Resolution 18-114
To appoint Sharlene Stanley as the 2019 Tax Collector.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: LaBombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Abstain
Resolution 18-115
To authorize the town attorney to send a letter to the Northwestern Family Medical Center to inform them of how far behind they are on overdue rent and must comply within thirty days.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: LaBombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Supervisor Dezan then asked if there was anything else for new business
Supervisor Dezan then read the monthly financial report.
Motion: Gary Bombard Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Dezan-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Supervisor Dezan asked for a motion to pass the minutes from the September regular and special meetings.
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: LaBombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Dezan-Yes
Supervisor Dezan called for the town clerk’s report. Bethany Fortin stated that we need to spread the word about court proceedings being every other Thursday so that people are informed.
Supervisor Dezan asked if the Highway Superintendent had anything to report. Bradley Wright was absent this meeting.
JCEO report was next on the agenda. Supervisor Dezan then stated that for the month of September there were 41 households receiving services, 7 seniors who requested medical transportation, 13 individuals who requested medical transportation, 9 households receiving emergency food pantry, 13 adults receiving emergency food pantry, 9 children receiving emergency food pantry, 4 seniors receiving emergency food pantry, 3 households receiving clothing, 1 individual receiving emergency services, 1 winter weatherization application completed, 1 emergency furnace repair and 78 information and referrals.
Supervisor Dezan then asked for the code officer’s report. James Tourville was absent this meeting.
Supervisor Dezan then called for the Historian’s report, Joan Hobbs was absent this meeting. Jason stated on Veterans Day they will be at the VFW’s and at 11:30 will be at Cold Springs road to dedicate it.
Supervisor Dezan stated that the Youth report was that basketball signups are starting. Soccer has concluded and they had a very successful season.
Chris Brooks is donating $500 worth of equipment to the program.
The next item on the agenda were council member reports:
Dennis LaBombard – Dennis LaBombard reported the following
Richard (JR) Trombley – JR Trombley reported the following:
Deryl Gregory – Deryl Gregory reported the following:
Gary Bombard – Gary Bombard reported the following:
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to questions and comments:
Jason stated that if there were no more comments or questions he needs a motion for the board to go into executive session. The purpose of the session is to discuss a personnel matter relating to the tax collector.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Executive Session entered at 7:13PM
Executive Session exited at 7:23 PM
Supervisor Dezan then closed the floor as there were no more public comments.
Supervisor Dezan asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 PM
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
The next regular meeting will be held on November 20, 2018 at 6:30 PM
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Bethany Drown Fortin, Ellenburg Town Clerk
Office of the Town Clerk
Minutes of the Town Board
Regular Board Meeting
October 16, 2018 at 6:30 PM
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held for friends that have passed on, Service men and women and first responders.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Yes
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
The first item on the agenda was old business.
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to old business
- There was no old business to be discussed.
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to new business
The resolutions are the next topic of discussion:
Resolution 18-104
To pay vouchers 270 to 288 in the General Fund in the amount of $6,820.04.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes
Resolution 18-105
To pay vouchers 164 to 168 in the Highway Fund in the amount of $13,100.33
Motion: Dennis LaBombard Second: Richard (JR) Trombley
Vote: Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-106
To authorize transfer within the 2018 Town Budget
Note: See attachment
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution 18-107
To hold a public hearing on October 30th at 6:30 PM to obtain citizens views and answer questions relating to submitting a 2018 CDBG housing rehabilitation grant application.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: LaBombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-108
To hold a special meeting for authorizing the submitting of a 2018 CDBG housing rehabilitation grant for the town of Ellenburg on October 30th, 2018 at 7:00 PM
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes
Resolution 18-109
Authorizing the passing of local law 2 of 2018 entitled to override the tax levy limit established in general municipal law 3C.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution 18-110
To hold a public hearing on November 7 at 6:30 on the 2019 budget.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: LaBombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-111
To hold a special meeting for the possibility of passing the 2019 town budget on November 7th, 2018 at 7:00 PM
Motion: Gary Bombard Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Resolution 18-112
To hold a public hearing to extend the moratorium on the solar zoning in Ellenburg on November 20th, 2018 at 6:00 PM
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes
Resolution 18-113
To authorize payment of $2,000 to the Chateaugay Lake Foundation to aid with the removal of the milfoil.
Motion: NO MOTION-RESOLUTION NOT PASSED
Resolution 18-114
To appoint Sharlene Stanley as the 2019 Tax Collector.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Dennis LaBombard
Vote: LaBombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Abstain
Resolution 18-115
To authorize the town attorney to send a letter to the Northwestern Family Medical Center to inform them of how far behind they are on overdue rent and must comply within thirty days.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: LaBombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Supervisor Dezan then asked if there was anything else for new business
- There was no other new business at this time
Supervisor Dezan then read the monthly financial report.
Motion: Gary Bombard Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Dezan-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, LaBombard-Yes
Supervisor Dezan asked for a motion to pass the minutes from the September regular and special meetings.
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: LaBombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Dezan-Yes
Supervisor Dezan called for the town clerk’s report. Bethany Fortin stated that we need to spread the word about court proceedings being every other Thursday so that people are informed.
Supervisor Dezan asked if the Highway Superintendent had anything to report. Bradley Wright was absent this meeting.
JCEO report was next on the agenda. Supervisor Dezan then stated that for the month of September there were 41 households receiving services, 7 seniors who requested medical transportation, 13 individuals who requested medical transportation, 9 households receiving emergency food pantry, 13 adults receiving emergency food pantry, 9 children receiving emergency food pantry, 4 seniors receiving emergency food pantry, 3 households receiving clothing, 1 individual receiving emergency services, 1 winter weatherization application completed, 1 emergency furnace repair and 78 information and referrals.
Supervisor Dezan then asked for the code officer’s report. James Tourville was absent this meeting.
Supervisor Dezan then called for the Historian’s report, Joan Hobbs was absent this meeting. Jason stated on Veterans Day they will be at the VFW’s and at 11:30 will be at Cold Springs road to dedicate it.
Supervisor Dezan stated that the Youth report was that basketball signups are starting. Soccer has concluded and they had a very successful season.
Chris Brooks is donating $500 worth of equipment to the program.
The next item on the agenda were council member reports:
Dennis LaBombard – Dennis LaBombard reported the following
- Dennis had no report.
Richard (JR) Trombley – JR Trombley reported the following:
- Richard (JR) had no report.
Deryl Gregory – Deryl Gregory reported the following:
- Deryl had no report.
Gary Bombard – Gary Bombard reported the following:
- Gary stated he is still working on the light pole issue.
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to questions and comments:
- Mrs.Kaska asked about the next meeting and if there will be more discussions about the fire departments. Jason stated that the fire chiefs will be present as well as Jeremy Dumont who is captain of the EMS in Lyon Mountain.
- Doreen Barcomb asked a few questions pertaining to the previous month’s meeting minutes. Regarding a conversation, and the resolution that did not get passed for aid to Chateaugay lake for the milfoil removal. Doreen expressed that this is a public place that is used for the townspeople and should be supported.
- Jason then spoke about the tax collector position for the next year since the current tax collector is resigning at the end of the year.
Jason stated that if there were no more comments or questions he needs a motion for the board to go into executive session. The purpose of the session is to discuss a personnel matter relating to the tax collector.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Executive Session entered at 7:13PM
Executive Session exited at 7:23 PM
Supervisor Dezan then closed the floor as there were no more public comments.
Supervisor Dezan asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 PM
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
The next regular meeting will be held on November 20, 2018 at 6:30 PM
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Bethany Drown Fortin, Ellenburg Town Clerk
The following minutes have not bee approved by the town board yet. We are posting them before acceptance so you do not have to wait one month to find out what happened at this months meeting.
Town of Ellenburg
Office of the Town Clerk
Special Meeting
October 16, 2017 at 7:40 PM
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Yes
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
This meeting has been called as a special meeting to discuss the budget. The board members discussed their viewpoints and asked questions.
There was then time available for the public to ask questions, comment or express concerns.
Supervisor Dezan asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Jason Dezan
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Bethany Drown Fortin, Ellenburg Town Clerk
Office of the Town Clerk
Special Meeting
October 16, 2017 at 7:40 PM
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Yes
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
This meeting has been called as a special meeting to discuss the budget. The board members discussed their viewpoints and asked questions.
There was then time available for the public to ask questions, comment or express concerns.
Supervisor Dezan asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Jason Dezan
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Bethany Drown Fortin, Ellenburg Town Clerk
Town of Ellenburg
Public Hearing
October 16, 2018 at 6:00 PM
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Absent
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
This meeting has been called as a public hearing to review Local Law No. 3
Supervisor Dezan then read the contents of Local Law No. 3
(See attached)
The board members and town constituents asked questions of the supervisor and discussed the details of the law.
Supervisor Dezan then stated we would conclude the public hearing. Jason asked for a motion.
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
The public hearing was closed at 6:20 PM
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Bethany Drown Fortin, Ellenburg Town Clerk
Public Hearing
October 16, 2018 at 6:00 PM
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Absent
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
This meeting has been called as a public hearing to review Local Law No. 3
Supervisor Dezan then read the contents of Local Law No. 3
(See attached)
The board members and town constituents asked questions of the supervisor and discussed the details of the law.
- Rolland Thomas, Vina Gonzales and Nancy Kaska were in attendance.
Supervisor Dezan then stated we would conclude the public hearing. Jason asked for a motion.
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
The public hearing was closed at 6:20 PM
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Bethany Drown Fortin, Ellenburg Town Clerk
The following minutes have not bee approved by the town board yet. We are posting them before acceptance so you do not have to wait one month to find out what happened at this months meeting.
Town of Ellenburg
Office of the Town Clerk
Minutes of the Town Board
Regular Board Meeting
November 20, 2018 at 6:30 PM
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held for friends that have passed on, Service men and women and first responders.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Absent
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
The first item on the agenda was old business.
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to old business
There was no other old business to discuss.
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to new business
The resolutions are the next topic of discussion:
Resolution 18-119
To pay vouchers 289 to 314 in the General Fund in the amount of $8,908.75.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes
Resolution 18-120
To pay vouchers 169 to 171 in the Highway Fund in the amount of $8,409.82.
Motion: Gary Bombard Second: Richard (JR) Trombley
Vote: Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-121
Local Law #3 Extension on Solar Moratorium
Note: See attached
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Absent
Resolution 18-122
To approve a budget modification for the Town of Ellenburg Housing Rehabilitation Program 363HR304-16 to re-purpose $225,416 “Housing Rehabilitation” funds into the category “Manufactured Housing” to allow for the cost of replacement homes under the program.
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: LaBombard-Absent, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-123
To authorize the de-obligation of the capital expenditure of $23,512.40 leaving a total of $87,687.60 plus administrative, project delivery, and other soft costs, in accordance with the town of Ellenburg Housing Rehabilitation program, for project #EB-16-09.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Bombard-Yes
Resolution 18-124
To pay highway payroll from General fund saving until CHIPS are received and then reimbursed in full.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Richard (JR) Trombley
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Absent
Resolution 18-125
To move next months meeting from December 18 to December 11 at 6:30 PM
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: LaBombard-Absent, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-126
To hold an organizational meeting on January 8th, 2019 at 6:30 PM
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Absent
Resolution 18-127
To place an ad in the Press Republican for the position of Codes Officer in the town of Ellenburg effective January 1, 2019.
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes
Resolution 18-128
To place an ad in the paper to ask for any medical doctor that would like to open a practice in the Ellenburg Town Municipal Building
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: LaBombard-Absent, Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes
Resolution 18-129
To authorize the highway department to purchase Kevin’s old truck for a price of $7,500 which will be paid in January
Note: A brief discussion was had among board members
Motion: Gary Bombard Second: Richard (JR) Trombley
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Dezan-Yes
Resolution 18-130
To authorize modification
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Dezan-Abstain
Resolution 18-131
To have a special meeting on January 17th, 2019 at 6:30 PM to discuss the option of entering in to a contract with EMS service in Lyon Mountain.
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Supervisor Dezan then asked if there was anything else for new business
Supervisor Dezan then read the monthly financial report.-TABLED until December meeting
Supervisor Dezan asked for a motion to pass the minutes from the October regular meeting and special meetings and public hearings.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: LaBombard-Absent, Trombley-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Dezan-Yes
Supervisor Dezan called for the town clerk’s report. Bethany Fortin stated that the open hours are now Thursday and Friday from 11:00-1:00 and 10:00-1:00 and by special appointment. More special appointments are made than anything and her personal cell phone is listed on the answering machine and on the door so that people can make appointments that fit their needs.
Supervisor Dezan asked if the Highway Superintendent had anything to report. Bradley Wright was absent this meeting.
JCEO report was next on the agenda. Supervisor Dezan then stated that for the month of October there were 116 households receiving services, 5 seniors who requested medical transportation, 46 trips coordinated, 36 individuals who requested medical transportation, 11households receiving emergency food pantry, 13 adults receiving emergency food pantry, 9 children receiving emergency food pantry, 5 seniors receiving emergency food pantry, 2 households receiving clothing, and 59 information and referrals.
Supervisor Dezan then asked for the code officer’s report. Rolland Thomas submitted a full report which will be attached to these minutes. Rolland Thomas has given his resignation effective December 31, 2018.
Supervisor Dezan then called for the Historian’s report, Joan Hobbs reported that the dedication on Veterans day to General McDonald was a success. She had a phone call from someone looking for a book today, and this person commented on how great the website is. Joan wanted to add that she went to the mausoleum and things have not been cleaned and is concerned about the ceiling still leaking. Jason stated that he would follow up on this matter.
Supervisor Dezan stated that the Youth report was that basketball season is starting and sign-ups are still going on. Chris Brooks is donating $500 worth of equipment to the basketball program.
The next item on the agenda were council member reports:
Dennis LaBombard – Dennis LaBombard reported the following
Richard (JR) Trombley – JR Trombley reported the following:
Deryl Gregory – Deryl Gregory reported the following:
Gary Bombard – Gary Bombard reported the following:
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to questions and comments:
Supervisor Dezan then closed the floor as there were no more public comments.
Supervisor Dezan asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 PM
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
The next regular meeting will be held on December 11, 2017 at 6:30 PM
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Bethany Drown Fortin, Ellenburg Town Clerk
Office of the Town Clerk
Minutes of the Town Board
Regular Board Meeting
November 20, 2018 at 6:30 PM
Supervisor, Jason Dezan, opened the meeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held for friends that have passed on, Service men and women and first responders.
Roll Call: Jason Dezan Yes
Dennis LaBombard Absent
Richard (JR) Trombley Yes
Deryl Gregory Yes
Gary Bombard Yes
The first item on the agenda was old business.
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to old business
- Jason stated that Jeremy Dumont would then be standing to give his presentation on the Lyon Mountain ambulance services. Jeremy stated that effective in 2020 Lyon Mountain Fire Department will no longer be in contract with Lyon Mountain Fire District for ambulance services. Jeremy explained that in order for his non-profit organization to keep operating in the town of Ellenburg, in Merrill, he would need to enter in to contract with the town of Ellenburg. Packets were provided to board members and constituents of the town that were in attendance of the meeting. Jeremy explained how his organization works and that it is founded on volunteerism, but they need money to operate and pay employees.
- There was then an opportunity for townspeople and the board to ask questions. There was a long Q and A session. It was decided that there will be another meeting specifically on this issue for people to ask more questions. Jeremy reminded the board that if the Town wants to secure these ambulance services for 2020 for the town, contract has to be entered in to by March 15, 2019. There is a meeting scheduled at a later date to discuss this issue further and to have an opportunity to ask more questions. Fire commissioners from Ellenburg Center and Ellenburg Depot are expected to be in attendance for this meeting.
There was no other old business to discuss.
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to new business
The resolutions are the next topic of discussion:
Resolution 18-119
To pay vouchers 289 to 314 in the General Fund in the amount of $8,908.75.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes
Resolution 18-120
To pay vouchers 169 to 171 in the Highway Fund in the amount of $8,409.82.
Motion: Gary Bombard Second: Richard (JR) Trombley
Vote: Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-121
Local Law #3 Extension on Solar Moratorium
Note: See attached
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Absent
Resolution 18-122
To approve a budget modification for the Town of Ellenburg Housing Rehabilitation Program 363HR304-16 to re-purpose $225,416 “Housing Rehabilitation” funds into the category “Manufactured Housing” to allow for the cost of replacement homes under the program.
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: LaBombard-Absent, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-123
To authorize the de-obligation of the capital expenditure of $23,512.40 leaving a total of $87,687.60 plus administrative, project delivery, and other soft costs, in accordance with the town of Ellenburg Housing Rehabilitation program, for project #EB-16-09.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Bombard-Yes
Resolution 18-124
To pay highway payroll from General fund saving until CHIPS are received and then reimbursed in full.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Richard (JR) Trombley
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Absent
Resolution 18-125
To move next months meeting from December 18 to December 11 at 6:30 PM
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: LaBombard-Absent, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Resolution 18-126
To hold an organizational meeting on January 8th, 2019 at 6:30 PM
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Trombley-Yes, Gregory-Yes, LaBombard-Absent
Resolution 18-127
To place an ad in the Press Republican for the position of Codes Officer in the town of Ellenburg effective January 1, 2019.
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Deryl Gregory
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Trombley-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes
Resolution 18-128
To place an ad in the paper to ask for any medical doctor that would like to open a practice in the Ellenburg Town Municipal Building
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: LaBombard-Absent, Trombley-Yes, Dezan-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Bombard-Yes
Resolution 18-129
To authorize the highway department to purchase Kevin’s old truck for a price of $7,500 which will be paid in January
Note: A brief discussion was had among board members
Motion: Gary Bombard Second: Richard (JR) Trombley
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Dezan-Yes
Resolution 18-130
To authorize modification
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Dezan-Abstain
Resolution 18-131
To have a special meeting on January 17th, 2019 at 6:30 PM to discuss the option of entering in to a contract with EMS service in Lyon Mountain.
Motion: Richard (JR) Trombley Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: Dezan-Yes, LaBombard-Absent, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Trombley-Yes
Supervisor Dezan then asked if there was anything else for new business
- There was no other new business at this time
Supervisor Dezan then read the monthly financial report.-TABLED until December meeting
Supervisor Dezan asked for a motion to pass the minutes from the October regular meeting and special meetings and public hearings.
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
Vote: LaBombard-Absent, Trombley-Yes, Bombard-Yes, Gregory-Yes, Dezan-Yes
Supervisor Dezan called for the town clerk’s report. Bethany Fortin stated that the open hours are now Thursday and Friday from 11:00-1:00 and 10:00-1:00 and by special appointment. More special appointments are made than anything and her personal cell phone is listed on the answering machine and on the door so that people can make appointments that fit their needs.
Supervisor Dezan asked if the Highway Superintendent had anything to report. Bradley Wright was absent this meeting.
JCEO report was next on the agenda. Supervisor Dezan then stated that for the month of October there were 116 households receiving services, 5 seniors who requested medical transportation, 46 trips coordinated, 36 individuals who requested medical transportation, 11households receiving emergency food pantry, 13 adults receiving emergency food pantry, 9 children receiving emergency food pantry, 5 seniors receiving emergency food pantry, 2 households receiving clothing, and 59 information and referrals.
Supervisor Dezan then asked for the code officer’s report. Rolland Thomas submitted a full report which will be attached to these minutes. Rolland Thomas has given his resignation effective December 31, 2018.
Supervisor Dezan then called for the Historian’s report, Joan Hobbs reported that the dedication on Veterans day to General McDonald was a success. She had a phone call from someone looking for a book today, and this person commented on how great the website is. Joan wanted to add that she went to the mausoleum and things have not been cleaned and is concerned about the ceiling still leaking. Jason stated that he would follow up on this matter.
Supervisor Dezan stated that the Youth report was that basketball season is starting and sign-ups are still going on. Chris Brooks is donating $500 worth of equipment to the basketball program.
The next item on the agenda were council member reports:
Dennis LaBombard – Dennis LaBombard reported the following
- Dennis LaBombard was absent this meeting.
Richard (JR) Trombley – JR Trombley reported the following:
- JR stated that last week he sat in on a turbine meeting with the lawyer, the first offer was $3,000 per megawatt, we asked for $5,000, they have come up to $4,500, but have taken away money from funds they would have given to Fire Departments and for lawyer fees. JR and other towns have asked the lawyer to send them a letter stating to let us know when they are serious about what they want to offer.
- JR stated that they want to make a concrete plant near Kenny Prevo’s, and they would like to make a resolution to not allow them to do that. Jason stated this will be left in the zoning board’s hands.
- JR stated another issue is at the mausoleum. JR wants to make sure that there will be a sign built for those looking for the building once we take it over.
Deryl Gregory – Deryl Gregory reported the following:
- Deryl stated the FFA members are out selling fruit and meat.
Gary Bombard – Gary Bombard reported the following:
- No report at this time.
Supervisor Dezan then opened the floor to questions and comments:
- Karissa from the Clinton County Health Department spoke about the program “Complete Streets” and handed out a flyer. Board members then asked questions. (Flyer Attached) – Joan suggested we should have a meeting with the public to hear what ideas people have for this project. This meeting will be held in February.
- Doreen Barcomb asked about the appointment of the tax collector- the board answered that Charlene Staley has been appointed. Doreen then asked about the money that Ellenburg Depot fire Department was asking for-Jason then answered they are requesting money to add an additional building on. Additionally, Doreen stated the Pete Laclaire Roadside needs to be cut next year. This information should be used as a formal request to the Supervisor that he inform the Highway Superintendant this needs to be done.
- Jason then stated that the Post office in the Municipal Building has tiles coming up that have asbestos underneath them. The building will be closed down in January to remove these tiles. For 150 square feet of removal it will cost $10,000 plus additional costs for air qualification.
Supervisor Dezan then closed the floor as there were no more public comments.
Supervisor Dezan asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 PM
Motion: Deryl Gregory Second: Gary Bombard
The next regular meeting will be held on December 11, 2017 at 6:30 PM
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Bethany Drown Fortin, Ellenburg Town Clerk
