Minutes of the Town Board Meeting held Tuesday, July 12, 2011, at 7:00 PM, at the Keene Town Hall. The following Town Board Members were present: William B. Ferebee, Supervisor, Paul R. Martin, Robert M. Biesemeyer, Marcy A. Neville and Lawrence Jaques, Members of Council. Also present were: 4 residents, John Hudson, Building Code Officer, Bruce Reed, Highway Superintendent and Ellen Estes, Town Clerk.
The Chairman, Mr. Ferebee, called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and invited those present to join in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Resolution No. 136 - 11
Mr. Biesemeyer offered a resolution and moved its adoption. Be it resolved, that the Town Board accept the Minutes of the June 14th Town Board Meeting, as presented. This resolution was seconded by Ms. Neville.
Roll Call Vote:
Mr. Ferebee: Yes
Mr. Martin: Yes
Mr. Biesemeyer: Yes
Ms. Neville: Yes
Mr. Jaques: Yes
Privilege of the floor was offered.
John Hudson, the Building Code Officer, was present to submit his June Code Enforcement Report and the NYS Department of State 2010 Uniform Code Administration and Enforcement Report. He said this annual report required extra time to complete since this was the first year it has been done; he said it wouldn't take as long next year.
The Board opted to review the report and accept it next month.
Next was a brief discussion regarding a gentleman who is staying in the area and camping on private property.
The next discussion was in regards to the slide in Adrian's Acres.
Mr. Ferebee said the geologist is trying to set up a meeting for next week to include Don Jaquish from Emergency Services and the local Fire Chiefs.
Ms. Neville said that for anyone that hasn't already read it, she recommends reading Carol Treadwell's study.
This led to a brief discussion regarding the assessing for these damaged properties.
Donna Austin asked if the case regarding the AMR assessment has been decided. Mr. Ferebee said no, that the Town is still waiting.
Mr. Ferebee said the Request for Public Assistance for the spring flooding has been extended, by FEMA until July 25th.
Mr. Ferebee requested an update from the Army Corp of Engineers on the proposed Rivermede Project. He received an email stating if the USACE gets a funding commitment before the end of the year, they will execute a contract, start the staging of materials and construct next year.
Resolution No. 137 - 11
Mr. Martin offered a resolution and moved its adoption. Be it resolved, that the Town Board authorize a Highway Permit be issued for Ironman. This resolution was seconded by Ms. Neville.
Mr. Ferebee: Yes
Mr. Martin: Yes
Mr. Biesemeyer: Yes
Ms. Neville: Yes
Mr. Jaques: Yes
Resolution No. 138 - 11
Mr. Biesemeyer offered a resolution and moved its adoption. Be it resolved, that the following individuals be appointed for the following Summer Youth Commission Program positions at the following rates of pay:
Mitchell Estes - Director - $4,377.50 season
Lydia Osenbaugh - Bus Driver & WSI - 21.00 per hour
Ian Hall - Counselor - 10.50 per hour
Cody Whitney - Counselor - 10.50 per hour
Kariana Garrand - Lifeguard & Counselor - 10.50 per hour
This resolution was seconded by Mr. Jaques.
Roll Call Vote:
Mr. Ferebee: Yes
Mr. Martin: Yes
Mr. Biesemeyer: Yes
Ms. Neville: Yes
Mr. Jaques: Yes
Mr. Ferebee said he spoke with John O'Malley from Verizon Wireless regarding the new cell tower in Keene Valley and said all he would say is that the structure is up and there is no activation date.
Mr. Martin initiated a conversation regarding a hazardous condition on Hulls Falls Road saying the County should officially be put on notice.
Mr. Ferebee said he spoke to someone at the County two weeks ago and will speak to him again.
Mr. Biesemeyer suggested a flashing light for at night.
Again there was a brief mention of the property owners not wanting to blast the rock which would allow for the road to be straightened.
Mr. Ferebee reported that the State is going to install "Alert Traffic Signs" on both sides of the Keene Post Office parking to slow down traffic.
He said No Parking signs were also going to be installed at the Hulls Falls and Route 73 intersection.
Mrs. Fish said she had someone park on her lawn again a couple days ago.
Resolution No. 139 - 11
Mr. Jaques offered a resolution and moved its adoption. Be it resolved, that the Town Board accept the Supervisor's Monthly Financial Statement for June, as presented and place it on file with the Town Clerk. This resolution was seconded by Mr. Biesemeyer.
Roll Call Vote:
Mr. Ferebee: Yes
Mr. Martin: Yes
Mr. Biesemeyer: Yes
Ms. Neville: Yes
Mr. Jaques: Yes
Resolution No. 140 - 11
Mr. Biesemeyer offered a resolution and moved its adoption. Be it resolved, that the following bills be accepted for payment, including those that were prepaid. This resolution was seconded by Ms. Neville.
Roll Call Vote:
Mr. Ferebee: Yes
Mr. Martin: Yes
Mr. Biesemeyer: Yes
Ms. Neville: Yes
Mr. Jaques: Yes
(list following)
Multi-fund Vouchers Numbered 439 to 515, totaling:
General fund - $17,197.50
Highway fund - 28,797.91
Library fund - 1084.46
Water Dist. #1 fund - 2,230.53
Water Dist. #2 fund - 3,534.52
Resolution No. 141 - 11
Mr. Jaques offered a resolution and moved its adoption. Be it resolved, that with all business having been transacted, this meeting be adjourned. This resolution was seconded by Mr. Biesemeyer.
Roll Call Vote:
Mr. Ferebee: Yes
Mr. Martin: Yes
Mr. Biesemeyer: Yes
Ms. Neville: Yes
Mr. Jaques: Yes
The meeting was adjourned at 7:27 PM.
Ellen S. Estes, Town Clerk
July 14, 2011
William B. Ferebee, Supervisor
Paul R. Martin, Councilperson
Robert M. Biesemeyer, Councilperson
Marcy A. Neville, Councilperson
Larry Jaques, Councilperson