Town Board Meeting
1250 Union Road Minutes #2017-13
West Seneca, NY 14224 July 10, 2017
Supervisor Sheila M. Meegan called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. with 30 seconds of silent prayer followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Amy Kobler.
ROLL CALL: Present - Sheila M. Meegan Supervisor
William P. Hanley, Jr. Councilman
Absent - None
Supervisor Meegan read the Fire Prevention Code instructing the public where to exit in case of a fire or an emergency.
The meeting was dedicated to the memory of Leonard Norelli, Peter I. Certo, Kelly Africano, Michael McGuire and NYS Trooper Joel Davis.
13-A MINUTES TO BE APPROVED
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Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hart, to approve Minutes #2017-12 of June 26, 2017.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried
13-B LEGAL NOTICES
1. Proofs of publication and posting of legal notice: “OF THE ADOPTED BOND RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF WEST SENECA, ERIE COUNTY, NEW YORK (THE “TOWN”), AUTHORIZING ACQUISITION OF INTEGRATED FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND ACCOUNTING SYSTEM SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE; ESTIMATING THAT THE TOTAL COST THEREOF IS $300,000; APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT THEREFOR; AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $300,000 IN SERIAL BONDS OF THE TOWN TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION” in the Town of West Seneca, received and filed.
2. Proofs of publication and posting of legal notice: “OF RECEIPT OF THE NEW YORK STATE ANNUAL UPDATE DOCUMENT OF THE TOWN OF WEST SENECA FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING ON JANUARY 1, 2016 AND ENDING ON DECEMBER 31, 2016 WHICH WAS COMPILED BY R.A. MERCER & CO., P.C.” in the Town of West Seneca, received and filed.
13-C TABLED ITEMS
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1. Town Attorney re Restricted use permit for Jim Collins Heating & Cooling, Inc. |
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Remained on the table.
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2. Recreation Supervisor re Agreement with South Buffalo Rugby |
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Remained on the table. |
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13-D COMMUNICATIONS
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1. Supervisor Meegan re Sound barriers request
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Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hanley, to adopt the attached resolution supporting a request for sound barriers for the Town of West Seneca.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried *APPENDICES* |
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2. Supervisor Meegan re Appointment of Samantha Gawronski, Jacob Kobler and Emily Baker to the Youth Board
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Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hanley, to appoint Samantha Gawronski, Jacob Kobler and Emily Baker to the West Seneca Youth Board effective immediately.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried
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3. Town Engineer re Mechanical System Controls at West Seneca Community Center & Library
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Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hanley, to authorize the Supervisor to sign the necessary documents to enter into a contract with U & S Services in the amount of $110,695.08 for the mechanical systems controls hookup and programming at the West Seneca Community Center & Library.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried |
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4. Highway Sup’t. re Termination of Cody Schmidt as part-time seasonal laborer |
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Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hart, to terminate Cody Schmidt as part-time seasonal laborer in the Highway Department effective May 29, 2017 and authorize the Supervisor to complete and sign the necessary forms for Erie County Personnel.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried
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5. Highway Sup’t. re Termination of Nathaniel Stupak as part-time seasonal laborer |
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Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hart, to terminate Nathaniel Stupak as part-time seasonal laborer in Buildings & Grounds effective June 28, 2017 and authorize the Supervisor to complete and sign the necessary forms for Erie County Personnel.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried
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13-D COMMUNICATIONS
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6. Chief Denz re Retirement of Detective Kenneth Morano |
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Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hart, to accept the retirement of Detective Kenneth Morano effective July 28, 2017 and authorize the Supervisor to complete and sign the necessary forms for Erie County Personnel, noting Detective Morano has served the Town of West Seneca for the past 30 years and will be missed.
On the question, Chief Denz noted Detective Morano was one of the original D.A.R.E Officers and also initiated the school resource officer program.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried |
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7. Chief Denz re Appointment of James Kocieniewski as Detective |
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Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hart, to appoint Officer James Kocieniewski to the rank of Detective effective July 11, 2017 at an annual salary of $87,930.24 and authorize the Supervisor to complete and sign the necessary forms for Erie County Personnel.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried
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8. Chief Denz re Leave of absence for Christopher Bednasz |
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Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hanley, to approve a leave of absence for Christopher Bednasz from his position of Police Officer from July 16, 2017 – July 15, 2018 and authorize the Supervisor to complete and sign the necessary forms for Erie County Personnel.
On the question, Chief Denz stated Officer Bednasz will be entering the NYS Trooper Academy.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried
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9. Chief Denz re Resignation of Maria Ferucci part-time public safety dispatcher |
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Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hanley, to accept the resignation of Maria Ferucci as part-time public safety dispatcher effective July 10, 2017 and authorize the Supervisor to complete and sign the necessary forms for Erie County Personnel.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried
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13-D COMMUNICATIONS
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10. Town Attorney re Local Law No. 4 – Sign Ordinance |
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Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hanley, to schedule a public hearing on July 24, 2017 at 3:00 P.M. to hear all persons interested in Local Law No. 4 – Sign Ordinance amendments.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried
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13-E REPORTS
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Jacqueline A Felser, Town Clerk’s report for June 2017 received and filed.
13-F APPROVAL OF WARRANT
Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hanley, to approve the vouchers submitted for audit, chargeable to the respective funds as follows: General Fund - $202,674.76; Highway Fund - $165,327.91; Special Districts - $59,765.35; Capital Fund - $30,949.65(vouchers 100282 - 100657) Trust - $290,485.20 (vouchers 100267 - 100731)
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried
ISSUES OF THE PUBLIC
TRAFFIC SIGNALS
Andrew Ciepiela questioned if the number of traffic signals in town could be reduced or suggested they be changed to blinking yellow after 9 P.M. in order to help the flow of traffic and promote a cleaner environment. Supervisor Meegan stated she will share these ideas with NYSDOT, the county and the town’s Traffic Committee.
SOUND BARRIERS
Linda Toy questioned if the sound barriers project will include Klas Avenue and the area off Indian Church Road and Supervisor Meegan responded these areas will be included.
PRESENTATION OF COMMUNICATIONS BY BOARD MEMBERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS
RECREATION UPDATES
Recreation Supervisor Lauren Masset stated all summer programs are up and running well. She welcomed the new Youth Board members and stated she looks forward to working with them to create positive youth development opportunities.
WEST SENECA TOWN OFFICES TOWN BOARD PROCEEDINGS
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PRESENTATION OF COMMUNICATIONS BY BOARD MEMBERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hart, to recess to executive session at 7:18 P.M. to discuss a litigation matter.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried
The board members returned from executive session at 8:00 P.M.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Supervisor Meegan, seconded by Councilman Hart, to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 P.M.
Ayes: All Noes: None Motion Carried
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JACQUELINE A FELSER, TOWN CLERK