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TOWN OF ASHLAND
# 12094 STATE ROUTE 23
ASHLAND, NEW YORK 12407
518-734-3636 FAX 518-734-4760
Richard E. Tompkins, Town Supervisor
Robert C. Ferris, Councilman James Lawrence, Councilman
Martin Blanden, Councilman Wanda Partridge, Councilperson
TOWN BOARD MEETING
March 10, 2008
At the Town Board meeting held at the Ashland Town Hall #12094 State Route 23, Ashland, New York 12407 the following members were present;
Present:
Richard Tompkins………………………Supervisor
Martin Blanden………………………….Councilman
James Lawrence…………………………Councilman
Wanda Partridge……………………….. Councilperson
Dawn Thorp………………………………Deputy Town Clerk
Absent:
Justine Koehler……………………………Town Clerk
Robert Ferris………………………………Councilman
Attended by: Jeff Flack, Dennis Mattice, Jason Post, Spiroula Sterling, Tom Soule
Supervisor Richard Tompkins opened the meeting at 7:27 pm.
Pledge of Allegiance
COMMENTS FROM THE FLOOR
Supervisor Tompkins asked Dennis Mattice if he would like to address the Board. Mr. Mattice addressed the Board asking about the possible construction of a cover for the barbeque pit outside this building. He asked if the Town would have any funding available. Supervisor Tompkins stated it was questionable, but would check with the Town Attorney. He also asked Mr.Mattice to check with Ray regarding any insurance issues, and to contact him if there are any questions. After further discussion; Supervisor Tompkins asked the Board if two members of the board could be available to over see and update the board on this project.
A motion was made By Councilman Martin Blanden, seconded by Councilperson Wanda Partridge, to over see the project of the cover for the pit.
APPROVED: Ayes 4 Tompkins, Blanden, Lawrence, Partridge
Nays 0
Absent1 Ferris
JEFF FLACK – GCSW&D – STREAM MANAGEMENT PLAN
Mr. Flack addressed the board with information pertaining to a contract and options available to the town. He gave the board the latest booklet publications, and gave a brief synopsis on of the plans, and the length of the contracts. He also stated that there are three draft copies of Resolutions which the town should go over. He said the goal is for April with the appointments by the end of the year. The Board thanked him, Supervisor Tompkins asked him to return when all of the Board members could be in attendance.
PLANNING BOARD ATTENDANCE
Councilman Blanden stated he took a copy of the letter from the last meeting they received from the Planning Board. He spoke with Mr. J. Mattice regarding his attendance to the Planning Board meetings. Councilman Blanden asked him if he would try to attend the meetings. Mr. J. Mattice stated he had received a copy of the letter, but made no further comment. Councilman Lawrence also spoke with Mr. J. Mattice, and he received no comment either.
CWC- BOARD OF DIRECTORS BALLOT
After discussion; a motion was made by Councilman James Lawrence, and seconded by Councilman Martin Blanden for the nomination of Paul Dibble.
APPROVED: Ayes 4 Tompkins, Blanden, Lawrence, Partridge
Nays 0
Absent 1 Ferris
RESOLUTION # 11-08
MEMORANDUM – WATER QUALITY
TOWN OF ASHLAND
TOWN BOARD RESOLUTION OF 2008
MARCH 10, 2008
SUBMISSION OF JOINT APPLICATION FOR NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF STATE 2008 WATER QUALITY PLANNING & IMPLEMENTATION GRANTS FOR COMMUNITIES IN THE NYC WATERSHED
At the Town Board meeting on March 10, 2008, Councilperson, Richard E. Tompkins offered the following resolution and moved its adoption.
WHEREAS, the Governor and Legislature have provided funding for the 2008 Water Quality Planning and Implementation Grants: for Communities in the NYC Watershed (formerly, the Enhanced Master Planning and Zoning Incentive Award Program) and is soliciting applications from local governments to assist in the creation and implementation of local land use development tools to protect the Watershed; and
WHEREAS; the Mountaintop Supervisors and Mayors Association, whose membership includes the Town of Halcott, Prattsville, Ashland, Jewett, Lexington, Hunter, and Windham and the Villages of Hunter and Tannersville, in partnership with the Greene County Department of Planning and Economic Development have determined that it would be beneficial to collaborate on a grant application for the 2008 Water Quality Planning and Implementation Grants for Communities in the NYC Watershed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Ashland supports the submission of a joint grant application to the NYS Department of State in partnership with the Mountaintop Towns and Villages and the Greene County Department of Planning and Economic Development; and be it further
RESOLVED, that Richard E. Tompkins is hereby authorized and directed to sign and file all documents and assurances, as may be necessary, to provide for the Town of Ashland participation as a co-applicant.
ADOPTED:
TOWN BOARD MEMBERS AYE NAY
Richard E. Tompkins __X__ _____
Robert C. Ferris absent _____
James Lawrence __X__ _____
Wanda Partridge __X__ _____
Martin D. Blanden __X__ _____
___________________________
Dawn Thorp
Deputy Town Clerk
Dated: March 10, 2008
Ashland, New York Tax ID# 14-6001218
RESOLUTION # 13-08
HOUSE CLEANING FOR THE FIREMEN’S ROOM
TOWN OF ASHLAND
TOWN BOARD RESOLUTION OF 2008
MARCH 10, 2008
At the Town Board meeting on March 10, 2008, Councilperson, Richard E. Tompkins
offered the following resolution and moved its adoption.
The Town of Ashland has entered into an agreement with the Ashland Fire District regarding the cleaning of their meeting room.
The Town already has a cleaning person who can also clean their meeting room.
Therefore, the Ashland Fire District has paid to the Town of Ashland an amount of $240.00 in addition to their normal rent amount, which will cover the cost related to the cleaning person for the year of 2008.
Thus, the expense account #1620499 Building Contractual Misc., was increased to cover this cost.
In order to adjust the budget the Town Board has increased the anticipated revenues and has adjusted the budget for the funds received by increasing the revenues account and the expense account as mentioned above, in accordance with the foregoing.
A motion to adopt this resolution was made by Councilperson, Martin D. Blanden and seconded by Councilperson, Wanda Partridge.
Adopted:
TOWN BOARD MEMBERS AYE NAY
Richard E. Tompkins __X__ _____
Robert C. Ferris absent _____
James Lawrence __X__ _____
Wanda Partridge __X__ _____
Martin D. Blanden __X__ _____
_________________________
Dawn Thorp
Deputy Town Clerk
Dated: March 10, 2008
Ashland, New York
BEAUTIFICATION INITIATIVE- 2008
The Supervisor stated that there have been positive feedback of the annual Town clean up- It also helps taxpayers that have no way to remove certain items. The Supervisor stated the Board needed to have a work meeting with Superintendent of Highways Mr. Allan to discuss this and several other matters. They will schedule a work meeting at another time.
AMBULANCE WRITE OFFS- ACCOUNTING SHEETS
The Board went over the accounting sheets for the Ambulance, all members signed the paperwork.
WEBSITE PROPOSAL- PETER PETERS
The board looked over the information, after discussion, upon approval of the members; a motion was made by Councilman Martin Blanden, seconded by Councilperson Wanda Partridge to go with this contract for the Website, motion was:
APPROVED: Ayes 4 Tompkins, Blanden, Lawrence, Partridge
Nays 0
Absent 1 Ferris
RESOLUTION # 15-08
APPOINTMENT OF JEREMIE YOUNES TO BE DEPUTY CODE ENFOCEMENT OFFICER
After discussion by the Board of Jeremie Younes; the supervisor asked for a Resolution to authorize Jeremie Younes as Deputy Code Enforcement Officer. A motion was made by Councilman James Lawrence, and seconded by Councilman Martin Blanden to appoint Jeremie Younes as Deputy Code Enforcement officer.
APPROVED: Ayes 4 Tompkins, Blanden, Lawrence, Partridge
Nays 0
Absent 1 Ferris
PROPERTY TAX RELIEF COMMISSION
This information was read and tabled until there is further information.
SLATER VARIANCE
This will be held over until the next Board meeting.
DESTRUCTION SHEETS – RECORDS MANAGEMENT
Town Clerk, Justine Koehler had destruction forms for signature- after discussion of the project, and the fact that they are pleased with the work, the Board authorized the Supervisor to sign the forms. A motion was made by Councilman Martin Blanden, and seconded by Councilman James Lawrence to approve the destruction of the boxes from the vault.
APPROVED: Ayes 4 Tompkins, Blanden, Lawrence, Partridge
Nays 0
Absent 1 Ferris
MINUTES FOR THE FEBRUARY 2008 MEETING
A motion was made by Councilman James Lawrence, and seconded by Wanda Partridge Councilperson to accept the minutes of February 11, 2008.
APPROVED: Ayes 4 Tompkins, Blanden, Lawrence, Partridge
Nays 0
Absent 1 Ferris
PAY THE BILLS
GENERAL $13,600.07
HIGHWAY $1,405.70
LIGHTING $224.00
On a motion made by Councilman Martin Blanden, seconded by Councilman James Lawrence to authorized payment of the bills.
ADOPTED: Ayes 4 Tompkins, Blanden, Lawrence, Partridge
Nays 0
Absent 1 Ferris
MOTION: Motion made by Councilman Martin Blanden to close the meeting at 9:02 pm, with all in favor.
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For Town Clerk, Justine Koehler
Dawn J Thorp- Deputy Town Clerk
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