A regular meeting of the Town Board of Grand Island, New York was held at the Town Hall, 2255 Baseline Rd., Grand Island, NY at 8:00 P.M. on the 7th of August 2006.

 

Present:                      Peter A. McMahon                Supervisor

Mary S. Cooke                        Councilwoman

Gary G. Roesch                        Councilman

Susan J. Argy                                    Councilwoman

Patricia A. Frentzel                        Town Clerk

Peter C. Godfrey                         Town Attorney

 

Excused:                     Richard W. Crawford                         Councilman

 

Mr. Calvin VanderMey of Bible Fellowship Center gave the Invocation. 

Councilwoman Cooke led the Pledge of Allegiance. 

Supervisor McMahon called the meeting to order at 8:00P.M.

 

PROCLAMATIONS:

Max Opaskiatikul – Rotary Youth Exchange Student

National Airborne Day  - August 16, 2006

 

PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR:

This is an opportunity for residents to comment on any matter regarding the meeting agenda items only.

 

Residents who spoke:             George White Re: Park Place Patio Homes

                                                 

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to approve Minutes of Workshop Meeting #36, July 12, 2006, Minutes of Workshop Meeting #37, July 17, 2006, Minutes of Regular Meeting #13, July 17, 2006, and Minutes of Workshop Meeting #38, August 1, 2006.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

Abraxis Pharmaceutical Products – 3159 Staley Road – Site Plan Approval – 976 Square Foot Cooler Addition and 960 Square Foot Alcohol Storage Building Expansion

A public hearing was held at 8:00 P.M. for purpose of hearing anyone who wanted to make comments in favor of or in opposition of the Abraxis Pharmaceutical Products, 3159 Staley Road – Site Plan Approval – 976 square foot cooler addition and 960 square foot alcohol storage building expansion.

 

Residents who spoke in Favor: None

Residents in Opposition:             None

 

Supervisor McMahon declared the Public Hearing closed.

 

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to accept the recommendation of the Planning Board and grant Site Plan Approval for Abraxis Pharmaceutical Products, 3159 Staley Road to construct a 976 square foot cooler addition and a 960 square foot alcohol storage building expansion

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

Fuccillo – Alvin Road – Site Plan Approval – Proposed 11.77 Acre Hyundai Car Dealership

A public hearing was held at 8:00 P.M. for purpose of hearing anyone who wanted to make comments in favor of or in opposition of the request of Fuccillo, Alvin Road for Site Plan Approval for a proposed 11.77 Acre Hyundai car dealership.

 

Residents who spoke in Favor: Robert Scalione

Residents in Opposition:             Ed Dylag, Leona Sorri, Ken Johnson

 

Supervisor McMahon declared the Public Hearing closed.

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to accept the Planning Board’s recommendation and grant Site Plan Approval to Fuccillo, Alvin Road for the proposed 11.77 acre Hyundai car dealership.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Fuccillo – Alvin Road – Conservation Easement

A public hearing was held at 8:00 P.M. for purpose of hearing anyone who wanted to make comments in favor of or in opposition of the proposed Conservation Easement from WBF Properties II, LLC in connection with Fuccillo’s proposed construction of a car dealership on an 11.77 acre parcel on Alvin Road.

 

Residents who spoke in Favor:              Craig Slater

Residents in Opposition:             Dorothy Westhafer, Ed Dylag, Jim Tomkins

 

Supervisor McMahon declared the Public Hearing closed.

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Supervisor McMahon to authorize the Supervisor to sign the Conservation Easement with WBF Properties II, LLC in connection with Fuccillo’s proposed construction of a car dealership on an 11.77 acre parcel on Alvin Road.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Jerod & Jim Battaglia – 2569 Whitehaven Road – Petition to Amend the Zoning Map from M-1 to M-2

A public hearing was held at 8:00 P.M. for purpose of hearing anyone who wanted to make comments in favor of or in opposition of the request of Jerod & Jim Battaglia for the proposed petition to amend the Zoning Map from M-1 to M-2 at 2569 Whitehaven Road.

 

Residents who spoke in Favor:              William Costello

Residents in Opposition:             Letter from Mr. & Mrs. Jim McMahon, Daniel Sheff, Ken Johnson, Gary Tim, Claudia Preve, Richard Myers, Clarence Beard, Florence Myers, Nicole Gerber, Frank Preve

 

Supervisor McMahon declared the Public Hearing closed.

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to refer the request of Jerod & Jim Battaglia for the proposed petition to amend the Zoning Map from M-1 to M-2 at 2569 Whitehaven Road to the Town Board.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

CONSENT AGENDA:

1.      County of Erie, County Clerk – Mobile Auto Bureau

2.      Town of Brant, Town of Aurora, Town of Sardinia, Town of Concord, Town of Alden, Town of Eden – Resolution in Support of Termination of the 1977 Sales Tax Revenue Distribution Agreement

3.      Meeting Minutes – Board of Architectural Review – June 13, 2006

4.      New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Notice of Complete Application – Sadkowski Property – 51 Jen Court

5.      Meeting Minutes – GIFTS Executive Team – June 13, 2006

6.      Town of Concord – Resolution in Opposition of the Erie County Legislature’s 4 Year Plan

7.      New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Water – Annual Compliance Evaluation & Inspection – SPDES Permit No. NY-0027693 – FY 2006-07

8.      Time Warner Cable – Take Over of Assets of Adelphia Communications Corporation

9.      Time Warner Cable – Replacing Adelphia as Cable Operator

10.  New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation – State Environmental Quality Review – Positive Declaration – Niagara River Greenway Plan

11.  County of Erie, Department of Environment and Planning – Quarterly Report – 4/01/06-6/30/06

12.  County of Erie, Department of Environment & Planning – Transmittal of Proposed Amendment to the 2006 Action Plan Component of the Five-Year Consolidated Plan

13.  New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Notification of Availability for Review – Christine M. Weaver, Anchor Marine

14.  Golden Age Center – Vehicle Usage – July 2006

15.  Meeting Minutes – Long Range Planning Committee – June 27, 2006

16.  Golden Age Center – Facility Usage – July 2006

17.  Building Permits Issued – July 2006

18.  New York Power Authority – Relicensing of the Niagara Power Project

19.  Niagara River Greenway Commission – Paddles Up Niagara

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to approve the consent agenda as distributed and to refer item #7 to Special Districts Committee for review.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

COMMUNICATIONS – TOWN BOARD:

SUPERVISOR McMAHON:

Board of Assessment Review Reappointment

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Roesch to

re-appoint Carol Harvey to the Board of Assessment Review Committee for a five-year term expiring September, 30, 2011.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Erie County CPS Law Enforcement Training Academy

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to authorize Peter N. Sukmanowski and Thomas C. Dewey, II to attend the 108th Basic Course for Police Officers at the Erie County Department of Central Police Services Law Enforcement Training Academy at no cost to the Town of Grand Island.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Set Public Hearing – Local Law Intro #9/2006 – Temporary Blocking of a Town Street

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Roesch to set a Public Hearing for Monday, August 21, 2006 at 8:00P.M. for purpose of hearing anyone who wanted to make comments in favor of or in opposition of Local Law Intro #9/2006 for the temporary blocking of a Town street.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Bike Trail Connection Project – Supplemental Agreement Schedule No. 1

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to authorize the Supervisor to sign the Supplemental Agreement Schedule No. 1 for the Bike Trail Connection Project, Multi-Use Trail Connections to and within Buckhorn Island State Park indicating the Town’s commitment to participate in the administration and funding of the project’s various phases.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Economic Development Advisory Board  Resignation

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to accept with regret a letter of resignation from Sal Gullo from the Economic Development Advisory Board.  The Town Board will send a certificate of appreciation to Mr. Gullo.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Waterford Park Subdivision – Preliminary Plat Approval (Revised Plan)

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to table the Waterford Park Subdivision Preliminary Plat Approval – Revised Plan.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

COUNCILMAN – GARY G. ROESCH:

Approval of Town’s Safety Manual

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to adopt the “Grand Island Safety and Health Program” manual subject to the approval of the Town Attorney.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

COMMUNICATIONS - OTHER TOWN OFFICIALS:

TOWN CLERK - PATRICIA A. FRENTZEL:

Block Party – Settlers Row & Havenwood Lane – September 9, 2006 – Set Public Hearing

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to schedule the Public Hearing for Monday, August 21, 2006 at 8:00p.m. for the purpose of hearing anyone who wishes to comment in favor of or against an application by the residents of Havenwood and Settlers Row for permission to close Settlers Row, between #50 and #64, to all traffic except emergency vehicles so that a block party may be held on Saturday, September 9, 2006.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT - RAYMOND DLUGOKINSKI:

Request to Install Stop Sign –West End of Luther Lane at Pin Oak Circle

Request to Install Stop Sign – Southeast Corner of Countryside at Oakridge

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to refer the request for installing stop signs to the Town Attorney to draft an amendment to the Local Law and set a Public Hearing for Monday, August 21, 2006 at 8:00p.m. for the purpose of hearing anyone who wishes to comment in favor of or against the installation of stop signs at the west end of Luther Lane at Pin Oak Circle and the southeast corner of Countryside and Oakridge.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

 

Request to Resolicit  Bids – Four Wheel Drive Loader

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to adopt the following resolution rejecting the bids for a Four Wheel Drive Loader and to authorize the Highway Superintendent to readvertise for bids.  The bids will be opened at the Town Clerk’s office on Monday, August 28, 2006 at 10:00a.m.

       WHEREAS, the Town has solicited bids for a Four Wheel Drive Loader ; and

       WHEREAS, in connection with such bid specifications, the Town specifically reserved the right to reject all bids and rebid; and

       WHEREAS, the Town has determined that it is in the best interest of the Town to reject all bids received and to authorize the Highway Superintendent to resolicit bids for a Four Wheel Drive Loader;

       NOW THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, that the Town of Grand Island rejects all bids received by the Town for a Four Wheel Drive Loader and authorizes the Highway Superintendent to re-advertise for sealed bids for such equipment.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

 

TOWN ATTORNEY - PETER GODFREY:

Accept the Annexed Deed of Dedication of Town Highway to be Known as Oakridge Road

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to adopt the resolution to accept the annexed deed of dedication of Town highway to be known as Oakridge Road as follows:

Upon submission of the annexed deed of dedication of Randon Hillock and Susan L. Hillock dedicating and releasing the necessary lands for a proposed town highway as set forth in the annexed legal description in the Town of Grand Island, County of Erie, State of New York, to be known as Oakridge Road; now therefore, it is

            RESOLVED that, in accordance with the provisions of Section 171 of the Highway Law of the State of New York, consent is given that the Highway Superintendent of the Town of Grand Island make an Order accepting and laying out the aforesaid town highway to be known as Oakridge Road, the Town highway to consist of the lands described in the deed of dedication, subject to the approvals of the Town Engineer and the attorneys for the Town, and it is further

           

 

 

 

RESOLVED that, subject to the approvals of the Town Engineer and the attorneys for the Town and the Order of the Highway Superintendent laying out the aforesaid town highway to be known as Oakridge Road, the Town Board hereby accepts the annexed deed of dedication, provided it is filed by the attorneys for Randon Hillock and Susan L. Hillock, or their representative, in the Erie County Clerk’s Office and the attorneys for the Town are provided with a certified copy thereof documenting such satisfactory filing.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

 

Resolution Accepting Sanitary Sewer and Public Drainage Easements for Hidden Oaks Subdivision – Phase Three

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to adopt the resolution accepting sanitary sewer and public drainage easements for Hidden Oaks Subdivision – Phase Three as follows:

WHEREAS, Randon Hillock and Susan L. Hillock have offered for dedication lands for a proposed town highway to be known as part of Oakridge Road; and

            WHEREAS, the plans submitted by Randon Hillock and Susan L. Hillock in connection with such proposed town highway include sanitary sewer and public drainage easements in favor of the Town of Grand Island; and

            WHEREAS, Randon Hillock and Susan L. Hillock have offered such sanitary sewer and public drainage easements to the Town of Grand Island;

            NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, subject to the approval of the attorneys for the Town, the Town Board does hereby accept from Randon Hillock and Susan L. Hillock, the owners of Hidden Oaks Subdivision, Phase Three, a Permanent Easement for Sanitary Sewer and Public Drainage annexed hereto as attachment A, provided it is filed by the attorneys for Randon Hillock and Susan L. Hillock, or their representative, in the Erie County Clerk’s Office and the attorneys for the Town are provided with a certified copy thereof documenting such satisfactory filing;

            AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that, subject to the approval of the attorneys for the Town, the Supervisor is authorized and directed to execute said easements.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

 

Set Public Hearing – Create Lighting District #48, Hidden Oaks Subdivision, Phase 2 & Lighting District #49, Hidden Oaks Subdivision Phase 3

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to adopt the order calling for a Public Hearing to create Lighting District #48 – Hidden Oaks Subdivision, Phase 2 and Lighting District #49 – Hidden Oaks Subdivision, Phase 3 as follows:

WHEREAS, a petition has been filed with the Town Clerk, signed and acknowledged in the manner required by law by a sufficient number of property owners, together with a map, plan and report for the creation of the Hidden Oaks Subdivision - Phase 2 Lighting District No. 48; and

WHEREAS, the improvements proposed consist of an electric street lighting system serving said Hidden Oaks Subdivision - Phase 2, and

WHEREAS, the estimated annual expense of supplying of said electrical street lighting is $1,105.89, which said expense shall be levied and collected from the several lots and parcels of land within said Lighting District,

 

 

NOW, THEREFORE, be it ORDERED, that a meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Grand Island will be held at the Town Hall, 2255 Baseline Road, Grand Island, New York, on August 21, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. on said day, to consider creation of said district including the environmental significance thereof and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof, concerning the same, and for such other and further action on the part of said Town Board, with relation to the premises; and

BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that the map, plan and report referred to herein, including the explanation of how the cost to the typical property was determined, may be reviewed at the office of the Town Clerk, 2255 Baseline Road, Grand Island, New York, during normal business hours; and

BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that the Town Clerk shall publish a copy of this Order at least  once in the official newspaper of the Town, the first publication of which is to be not less than ten nor more than twenty days before the date set herein for the public hearing, and shall also cause a copy of this Order to be posted on the sign-board of the Town maintained pursuant to Town Law  '30(6), not less than ten nor more than twenty days before the date set herein for the public hearing; and

BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that the Town Clerk shall file a certified copy of this Order with the Office of the State Comptroller, on or about the date of publication of this Order.

            AND:

WHEREAS, a petition has been filed with the Town Clerk, signed and acknowledged in the manner required by law by a sufficient number of property owners, together with a map, plan and report for the creation of the Hidden Oaks Subdivision - Phase 3 Lighting District No. 49; and

WHEREAS, the improvements proposed consist of an electric street lighting system serving said Hidden Oaks Subdivision - Phase 3, and

WHEREAS, the estimated annual expense of supplying of said electrical street lighting is $1,105.89, which said expense shall be levied and collected from the several lots and parcels of land within said Lighting District,

NOW, THEREFORE, be it ORDERED, that a meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Grand Island will be held at the Town Hall, 2255 Baseline Road, Grand Island, New York, on August 21, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. on said day, to consider creation of said district including the environmental significance thereof and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof, concerning the same, and for such other and further action on the part of said Town Board, with relation to the premises; and

BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that the map, plan and report referred to herein, including the explanation of how the cost to the typical property was determined, may be reviewed at the office f the Town Clerk, 2255 Baseline Road, Grand Island, New York, during normal business hours; and

BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that the Town Clerk shall publish a copy of this Order at least  once in the official newspaper of the Town, the first publication of which is to be not less than ten nor more than twenty days before the date set herein for the public hearing, and shall also cause a copy of this Order to be posted on the sign-board of the Town maintained pursuant to Town Law  '30(6), not less than ten nor more than twenty days before the date set herein for the public hearing; and

BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that the Town Clerk shall file a certified copy of this Order with the Office of the State Comptroller, on or about the date of publication of this Order.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING & WATER RESOURCES –  JOHN WHITNEY:

Authorize Supervisor to Sign HVAC Maintenance Service Agreement – Nike Base

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Roesch to authorize the Supervisor to sign the HVAC Maintenance Service Agreement with M.J. Mechanical for the Nike Base.  The term of the agreement is one year commencing August 1, 2006.  The contract amount is $1,980.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Authorize Supervisor to Sign HVAC Maintenance Service Agreement – Library & Parks Building

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to authorize the Supervisor to sign the HVAC Maintenance Service Agreement with M.J. Mechanical for the Library and Parks Building.  The term of the agreement is one year commencing August 1, 2006.  The contract amount is $2,000.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Site Plan Approval – Grading Permit & SEQR Determination – 3387 Staley Road

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to grant Site Plan Approval for excavation and grading activities for extending existing piping in an existing ditch at 3387 Staley Road.  SEQR was approved at the Workshop Meeting on 8-7-06.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Grand Island Boulevard Sanitary Sewer Construction – Job No. M-22-04 – Change Order to Engineering Agreement

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Roesch to accept the recommendation of the Town Engineer and approve the Change Order to the Engineering Agreement – Job No. M-22-04 – Grand Island Boulevard Sanitary Sewer Construction.  The additional work includes a Stage 1A Cultural Resource Survey; wetland, streams and floodplain mapping and characterization; endangered species investigation; and the preparation of a letter detailing the efforts to the EPA.  The cost for the additional work is $11,755.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Public Improvement Permit – River Meadows – Section V

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to authorize the Town Engineer to issue a Public Improvement Permit for River Meadows – Section V.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Final Plat Approval – The Golf Villas at River Oaks – Phase 1A and Re-Affirm Approval of Phase 1 – Set Public Hearing

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Roesch to set a Public Hearing for Monday, August 21, 2006 at 8:00p.m. for the purpose of hearing anyone who wishes to comment in favor of or against Final Plat Approval – Phase 1A and Re-Affirm Approval – Phase 1 for The Golf Villas at River Oaks.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

RECREATION DIRECTOR – LINDA TUFILLARO:

Grounds Work at Veterans Park

GI Jr. Vikings requested from the Town the possibility of transforming the area north of the football field to a condition where it could be used for football practice.  GI Jr. Vikings and the GI Soccer Club agree to cover the cost of construction.

All requirements of the contractor doing public works on Town property will be adhered to for prevailing wages, insurance etc. as per the Engineering Dept.

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board has discussed and is in general agreement with the improvements of this area providing that this area is considered multi-use for all groups and organizations as needed.

Construction will take place as time and materials allow.  The proposed schedule for completion, including seeding, is the middle of September, 2006.  All weather and ground conditions going accordingly, the area should be ready for use in the Fall of 2007.

A motion was made by Councilwoman Argy, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to authorize the improvements to Veterans Park by GI Jr. Viking Football and the GI Soccer Club subject to conditions set by the Town and Town Engineer and the approval of the Town Attorney.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

 

ZONING OFFICER – JOHN McCARTHY:

Special Use Permit Renewal – Sandy Beach Yacht Club, 1851 Winter Road – Parking Lot

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to renew the Special Use Permit for the Sandy Beach Yacht Club, 1851 Winter Road parking lot.  The property has been inspected and it is unchanged.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

 

Special Use Permit Renewal – National Fuel Gas Supply Corp. – Natural  Gas Regulator/Metering Station – 1589 Stony Point Road

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Roesch to renew the Special Use Permit for he National Fuel Gas Supply Corporation, natural gas regulator/metering station, 1589 Stony Point Road.  The property has been inspected and it is unchanged.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

PLANNING BOARD:

Special Use Permit Application – Cyrus Ardalan, 5345 East River Road – Keeping of 10 Agricultural Animals on 50 Acres

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to accept the recommendation of the Planning Board and approve the Special Use Permit for Cyrus Ardalan, 5345 East River Road for keeping of up to 10 agricultural animals on 50 acres subject to any requirements by Erie County.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

COMMUNICATIONS - GENERAL

Andrew Szolnoky, Jr., 2407 Long Road – Sewer Charges

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Roesch to refer the correspondence from Andrew Szolnoky, Jr., 2407 Long Road regarding sewer charges to the Special Districts Committee and the Town Attorney for review and recommendation.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Russell Certo – 1282 Stony Point Road – Waiver for Site Plan Review

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to waive the requirement for a new Site Plan at 1282 Stony Point Road because there are no exterior changes.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Julius Horvath, 56 Bonnywoods Crossing – Communication Regarding Park Place

Patio Home Cluster Development

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to refer the correspondence from Julius Horvath, 56 Bonnywoods Crossing regarding the Park Place Patio Home Cluster Development to the Town Board for review.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

Time Warner Cable – New Operator of Cable System in Grand Island

A motion was made by Councilman Roesch, seconded by Councilwoman Cooke to refer the correspondence from Time Warner Cable as the new operator of the cable system on Grand Island to the Cable/Communications Committee and the Town Attorney to commence franchise negotiations.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

REPORT OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE:

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Roesch to pay

Vouchers #83783 - #84031

General      $   54,145.62  

Highway     $215,005.03

Sewer       $   50,652.30

Water        $   12,115.48

Capital        $   60,195.83

      Total          $392,114.26

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Park Place Patio Homes – Whitehaven Road – Cluster Development Approval

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilman Roesch to accept the recommendation of the Planning Board and grant Cluster Development Approval for Park Place Patio Homes subject to the condition that the “exception lot” will not be used for a principal structure.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR:

This is an opportunity for residents to comment on any matter regarding Town government on any subject. 

 

Residents who spoke:            None

                                                                     

FROM THE TOWN BOARD:

Councilwoman Cooke: Park Place Patio Homes – next steps

Councilman Roesch: Public Hearing participation by residents

Supervisor McMahon: Congratulations and best wishes to Max Opaskiatikul

 

ADJOURNMENT:

A motion was made by Councilwoman Cooke, seconded by Councilwoman Argy to adjourn the meeting at 9:46 p.m.

APPROVED       Ayes       4   Cooke, Roesch, Argy, McMahon

                        Noes            0

 

A moment of silence was observed in memory of the following:

 

David Prentice

Barbara Ellingson

Dawn Petrilla

Clifford Jones

George Smith

Deborah Jacobs-LaLiberty

Doris Kuntz

Melva Alt

Jane LaRiviere

Richard LaPress

   Mark Dearlove

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

 

 

Patricia A. Frentzel          
Town Clerk