REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 10, 2007
GALWAY TOWN HALL

Supervisor Hargrave called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. The following Town Board Members were present:

PRESENT: Supervisor George Hargrave Councilman Michael Tillson Councilwoman Susan Sutch Councilman George Weed

ABSENT: Councilman William Topper

OTHERS PRESENT: D. Meager; D. Costanzo, Highway Superintendent; T. Killeen, Assessor; P. Keeler, Historian & M. DeFoe, Town Clerk.

Pledge to the Flag

A motion was made by Councilwoman Sutch, seconded by Councilman Tillson to approve the minutes of the March 13, 2007 Public Hearing & Regular Meeting as submitted.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

Insurance Presentation – Dave Meager went over town’s insurance package with Town Board & Highway Superintendent.

Communications – Town Clerk stated that Town Board Members received copies of the following correspondence: Highway Department 2007 Equipment & Tools Inventory; Highway Superintendent’s report for March & projected schedule for April; Assessor’s Report dated 4/10/07; Buildings & Grounds Report & Library Report. Copy of the Commercial Package from Selective Insurance Company was received and given to Highway Superintendent for his review. Highway Superintendent, Costanzo stated that insurance package was correct. Correspondence was received from Senator, Hugh Farley advising that legislative grant for 2007-08 in the amount of $3,500.00 “for the Youth Commission and its activities and program expenses for the Community Youth Prevention Investment Project” was approved on their level and now forwarded to Governor for final approval. Donna Sowle is currently working on the final paper work with NYS Office of Children & Family Services for the two Legislative Member Item Awards she received for the Fiscal Year 2006-07 $3,500 & $7,000. Correspondence from Senator, Hugh Farley advising that a legislative grant for 2007-08 in the amount of $25,000 to be used “to purchase and install a generator, for equipment, and for the development of athletic playing fields’; and a grant from Assemblyman Tedisco in the amount of $40,000 for purchase of generator have been secured and forwarded to Governor for his approval or veto. Letter from Joanna Lasher, Library Board Trustee requesting use of Town Hall on May 23, 2007 for an informational meeting to educate community regarding referendum to redistrict Galway Public Library. Correspondence from Lenore & Tom Lanka regarding their request to ban outdoor furnaces. Information from Saratoga County Real Property Tax Service advising Town of M”Middle Class STAR Rebate Program”. Legal Notice placed in Daily Gazette on March 16, 2007 advising of Temporary Order limiting roads to 4 tons on Galway Roads. Correspondence from Congresswoman, Kirsten Gillibrand advising that she had submitted the $250,000 Athletic Playing Field Project to the appropriation subcommittees for further review. Correspondence from Town of Charlton & Greenfield advising that they had petitioned the State of New York to adopt legislation to provide for property tax reform. Letter from Saratoga County Planning Board concurring with Town of Galway Town Board’s decision to assume the role of Lead Agency for review of Amendments to Galway Zoning Ordinance.

Privilege of the Floor – None.

COMMITTEE REPORTS: Supervisor Hargrave stated that all Board Members received copies of the Library & Building & Grounds Reports. Assessor – Tracy stated with reference to the Middle Class STAR Exemption, they are requesting Social Security numbers so they can check with NYS Division of Tax & Finance on Income. Tracy gave Board Members a packet he created on Equalization Rate. Supervisor Hargrave stated that Assessor was looking for a partial reimbursement on conference. Supervisor Hargrave stated that he didn’t see a problem with this as everyone is entitled one workshop without authorization. Historian – Phyllis advised that she has an individual who needs to complete 75 hours of community service working with her in Historian’s Office. They continues to progress with displays & exhibits in new office. There has been a number of visitor’s to new office. Phyllis was proud to advise the Town Board that the Town Historian’s Office has more information on Joseph Henry than the Smithsonian. Town Historian read sample resolution she received at her March 27^th meeting of the Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Quadricentennial Commission meeting. Phyllis had more information on this project for Town Board to review if desired. Property – No Report. Public Affairs – No Report. Highway – Dave went over the Hazardous Waste Day pick up packet given to Board Members. This is a joint project with Ballston; Charlton; Greenfield; Milton & Galway. The collection site will be at the Town of Milton on August 11, 2007 with a pre- registration process. Supervisor Hargrave stated that Town will be doing a Bulk Metal pick-up some time this summer, he is working with County Waste on this project. Highway Superintendent stated that highway department would get back to ball field project as soon as weather permits. County & Town - Supervisor Hargrave stated that Town will receive a disbursement from County around October between $80,000 & $100,000. Supervisor Hargrave stated that the Local Law tabled last month can be left tabled until 12/31/07 when action must be taken. AUD has been transmitted to State.

LIAISON REPORTS: ZBA – Councilman Weed stated that there were three area variances granted; Thomas Shippey on Greens Corner Road; Gayle Henry in Hart’s “B” Grove of Lake District & Michael Casadei on Crooked Street in Lake District.

Planning Board – Peter & Christina Guidarelli received approval for a 2-lot subdivision on Nassel Drive in Lake District. Much of the evening’s meeting was discussing the home occupation request on Jockey Street by Peter Harrison. Peter Harrison received approval for a home occupation involving the making/distribution of fine furniture on his property located at 6280 Jockey Street. Cellco Partnership received approval for the addition of a six foot diameter dish to the existing cell tower located at 2089 NYS Route 29. Alexander Milton was scheduled for a public hearing in February on proposed 4-lot subdivision on Galway Road. James & Pamela Lombard received approval for a lot line adjustment between two of his parcels on Hart Road A of Lake District. Douglas Cath’s application for a subdivision on McConchie Road was tabled, due to applicant not being present. Betty Keller was in for a lot line adjustment between her property and Leonard Weiss, will require further review by board. Bruce & Vivian Sleight were scheduled for public hearing in February for 2-lot subdivision on Consaul Road. Robert & Mary Cunningham purchased lot 10 from the Scripter major subdivision, and are now looking to subdivide 4+ acres from their 24.5 acre parcel. They would be creating a flag lot with this subdivision, which was a concern. Also, this will fall under the major subdivision requirements, since the original subdivision was approve within the last five years. Jane Brooker was scheduled for a public hearing in February for a 2-lot subdivision on Bliss Road. Karen & James Dotterweich were in for a presubmission conference/preliminary review – site plan review/special use permit for sales/service of tractors/power equipment/periodic rental of U-Haul equipment in the C-1 Commercial Zone located at 6049 Fish House Road. Applicants also own car wash across the road from this site. Councilman Topper stated that he didn’t receive his notification of the public hearing on the project on Jockey Street. Councilman Topper stated that he believes this problem is from U. S. Post Office, would like to possibly look at another way of notifying neighbors. Board went into discussion regarding this. Will discuss further with Planning Board Chairman. Youth – No Report. ZBA – Councilman Weed stated that Zoning Board Meeting will be held tomorrow night. Senior Citizens – Councilwoman Sutch stated she attended the February 1, 2007 meeting of the Senior’s with 26 members in attendance. They thanked Town Board for the level of funding received for 2007. One of the senior’s turned 93 on the 7^th of February.

MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS

Supervisor Hargrave stated that two items would be removed from the A Abstract. Both items are Amerigas payments totaling $1,973.18, the corrected total for A Abstract Vouchers will be $49,020.10.

Councilman Tillson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Topper to approve the adjusted General Abstract of Vouchers (A) dated 1/10/07 thru 2/11/07 for a total of $49,020.19.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

Councilwoman Sutch noted in B Account, that Planning Board Member Timothy Fisher was in a different G/L Account than the rest of Planning Board. Supervisor Hargrave stated that he would advise Bookkeeper and she will make correction as a journal entry.

Councilman Topper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Weed to approve the General Abstract of Vouchers (B) dated 1/10/07 thru 2/11/07 for a total of $9,245.42.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

Councilman Tillson made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Sutch to approve the Highway Abstract of Vouchers (DA) dated 1/10/07 thru 2/11/07 for a total of 50,092.42.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

Councilman Weed made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Sutch to approve the Highway Abstract of Vouchers (DB) dated 1/10/07 thru 2/11/07 for a total of $298.03.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

Councilman Topper made a motion, seconded by Councilman Weed to approve the Lighting District Abstract of Vouchers (SL) dated 1/10/07 thru 2/11/07 for a total of $158.95.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

Councilman Weed made a motion, seconded by Councilman Tillson to approve the Galway Fire Protection District (GF) dated 1/10/07 thru 2/11/07 for a total of $200,000.14.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

Councilman Topper made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Sutch to approve the Harmony Fire Protection District (HF) dated 1/10/07 thru 2/11/07 for a total of $15,332.13.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

Councilwoman Sutch made a motion, seconded by Councilman Topper to approve the Supervisor’s Operating Statement for the period ending 1/31/07.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

Supervisor Hargrave stated that all Board Members received copies of the letter from Louis Buhrmaster regarding proposed changes to Dam Safety Regulations. Supervisor Hargrave questioned if Board would like to send letter in support of Mr. Buhrmaster’s request on proposed regulations? Board went into discussion regarding this matter. Board had concerns with possible liability. Supervisor Hargrave will contact Town Attorney for clarification. Current Engineering report should be made available for town. Supervisor Hargrave will also contact Environmental Design Partnership for their input on this request.

RESOLUTION # 9-2007 – Adoption of the revised Controlled Substances & Alcohol Testing Policy. On a motion of Councilwoman Sutch, seconded by Councilman Topper the following resolution was ADOPTED: AYES – 5 NAYS – 0
RESOLVED that the Galway Town Board adopt the revised Controlled Substances and Alcohol Testing Policy.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

RESOLUTION # 10-2007 – Reappointment of Arlene Rhodes to the Library Board. On a motion of Councilman Weed, seconded by Councilman Topper the following resolution was ADOPTED: AYES – 5 NAYS – 0
RESOLVED that the Galway Town Board reappoint Arlene Rhodes to the Library Board with a term commencing 1/1/07, to expire 12/31/11.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

RESOLUTION # 11-2007 – Letter of support for grant request from State by Saratoga P.L.A.N. to demolish the Des Roches house on Crane Road. Councilwoman Sutch stated that Saratoga P.L.A.N. is requesting a $29,300.00 grant from Assemblyman Tedisco’s. Long range plan for site would be parking area and walking trails for public access. Board went into discussion regarding property. On a motion of Councilman Topper, seconded by Councilman Weed the following resolution was ADOPTED: AYES – 5 NAYS – 0
RESOLVED that the Galway Town Board authorize Councilwoman Sutch to send a letter of support to Assemblyman Tedisco’s office for his consideration of the grant request by Saratoga P.L.A.N. for removal of the Des Roches house on Crane Road.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

RESOLUTION # 12–2007 – Accept bid for Brush Chipper. On a motion of Councilman Topper, seconded by Councilwoman Sutch the following resolution was ADOPTED: AYES – 5 NAYS – 0
RESOLVED that the Galway Town Board accept the bid from William Biers, Inc., for a 2007 Brush Bandit, Model 1590 Brush Chipper at a cost of $36,529.00 to be charged to Account #: DA5930.2 Machinery Equipment.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

RESOLUTION # 13-2007 – Approval of quote for replacement of floor in board room & kitchen. Supervisor Hargrave stated that he received the following quotes for replacement of flooring:

Four Star Flooring Ballston Carpet & Tile Carpetland
102 Quaker Road 2130 Saratoga Road 411 West Main Street
Queensbury, NY 12804 Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Amsterdam, NY 12010
$3,312.50 $3,980.00 $3,650.00

Supervisor Hargrave stated that Four Star Flooring & Ballston Carpet & Tile include the disposal of old tile material in bid. Carpetland requires town to dispose of old tile material. Board went into discussion regarding quotes. Supervisor Hargrave stated that town can’t make a down payment on work. Supervisor Hargrave stated that once materials have been delivered, town can pay potion of bill that addresses materials. No pre payment for services is allowed. Supervisor Hargrave will make arrangement for work to be done when town meetings are not scheduled. On a motion of Councilman Tillson, seconded by Councilman Topper the following resolution was ADOPTED: AYES – 5 NAYS – 0
RESOLVED that the Galway Town Board accept the quote from Four Star Flooring for the replacement of flooring in meeting room & kitchen, including the removal of old materials at a cost of $3,312.50 to be charged to Account #: A1620.4 Building CE.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

RESOLUTION # 14-2007 – Appointment of Margaret Phillips to Planning Board. On a motion of Councilman Tillson, seconded by Councilman Topper the following resolution was ADOPTED: AYES – 5 NAYS – 0
RESOLVED that the Galway Town Board appoint Margaret Phillips to the Planning Board to fill the vacancy of Timothy Fisher, term to expire 7/1/09.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

RESOLUTION # 15-2007 – Authorization for Supervisor to send letters to NYS DEC; Town of Galway Planning Board & Saratoga County Planning Department notifying agencies that Galway Town Board will be establishing Lead Agency Status for review of SEQRA on proposed Zoning Update. Supervisor Hargrave stated that he discussed SEQRA process with County Planning Department. They drafted a letter which the town will need to forwarded to (3) agencies notifying them of this. Three agencies then have 30 days to contact town if they object. On a motion of Councilman Tillson, seconded by Councilwoman Sutch the following resolution was ADOPTED: AYES – 5 NAYS – 0
RESOLVED that the Galway Town Board authorize the Supervisor to send letters to NYS DEC; Town of Galway Planning Board & Saratoga County Planning Department notifying them that Galway Town Board will be establishing themselves as Lead Agency for review of SEQRA on proposed Zoning Update.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

Other Business

Councilwoman Sutch had concerns with proposed Local Law # 1-2007. She had a copy of September/October 2006 Town Topics where it addressed administration & enforcement of State Building Code. Town Clerk will make copies of this newsletter for other Board Members to review. Town Clerk will forward copy of this correspondence to Town Attorney for his review before Board votes on Local Law in March.

RESOLUTION # 16-2007 – Schedule workshop on zoning update. Supervisor Hargrave will get a list of items Town Board will be reviewing at workshop for clerk to give out. Agricultural overlay maps; animal control/code enforcement officer acting as prosecutor on violation issues with town court; comments from Sheelagh Baily; footage requirement on adult use in commercial district & other zoning maps. Town Clerk questioned if wording was going to be put on maps indication map status as of “said” date? Clerk also suggested that a time frame be given as to when maps will be updating on new zoning. Councilman Tillson stated that maps should be updated every 3-4 years, but doesn’t want to commit to a set schedule. Councilman Tillson would like to have on map “Based on 2006 Parcel Data”. On a motion of Councilman Tillson, seconded by Councilwoman Sutch the following resolution was ADOPTED: AYES – 5 NAYS – 0
RESOLVED that the Galway Town Board schedule a workshop to review the information received from public hearing on proposed zoning regulations update on March 6, 2007 at 7:00 p.m.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

Councilwoman Sutch made a motion, seconded by Councilman Tillson to adjourn the meeting at 9:15 p.m.
All ayes. MOTION CARRIED

Respectfully submitted,

Margaret L. DeFoe
Town Clerk