215 S. Work Street, Falconer, N.Y. on

June 2, 2008 at 7:00 P.M.

Present: Supervisor Miller, Councilman Beckerink, Councilman Lodestro, Councilman Heintzelman, Town Clerk Erlandson, Highway Superintendent Shellhouse, Attorney Wright, Justice Gerace, Legislator Barmore. Absent: Councilman Orlando.

Supervisor Miller opened the meeting at 7:00 PM and led the Town Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. Town Clerk Erlandson called the roll.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

MOTION by Councilman Heintzelman, seconded by Councilman Lodestro to accept the minutes of the May 19, 2008 meeting as presented by the Town Clerk.

Carried. Ayes - 4 Noes - 0 Absent - 1

CORRESPONDENCE

Town Clerk Erlandson read the following items into the record:

1. Letter from Marilyn Nelson, 1922 Willard St. Ext., opposing a proposed dog control ordinance in the Town of Ellicott.

2. “Certificate of Satisfaction” from the Chautauqua County Dept. of Real Property Services regarding the 2008 Tax Warrant issued to the Town of Ellicott.

3. Notice re an open house to be held at the new Fluvanna Fire Dept. facility on Stubb Rd.

TOWN OFFICERS’ REPORTS

Councilman Lodestro reported on the status of upgrades to the entrance on the north side of the Town of Ellicott Administration Building. He stated that Tanglewood Manor has agreed to donate automatic door openers for the new entrance. He added that new signage for the entrance has also been ordered.

Mr. Lodestro also reported that he and Councilman Beckerink are looking into possible waterway improvement projects that might be eligible for funding from Chautauqua Co.

Town Clerk Erlandson reported that the Town of Ellicott would be sponsoring a free rabies vaccination clinic on Thursday, June 12, 2008 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at the Ellicott Highway Garage.

Mr. Erlandson also reported that the new Town of Ellicott website has been completed. He encouraged the Town Council to look at the new website and make suggestions for improving it. The website can be located at: www.townofellicott.com.

Highway Superintendent Shellhouse reminded the Town Council that a Rib Cook-off & Music Festival will take place in Celoron on June 6-8, 2008.

Supervisor Miller reported that the Town Council has received a letter from the CSEA requesting that the Town of Ellicott commence negotiations with CSEA Unit 6314 for a new labor agreement to take effect January 1, 2009. He appointed Councilmen Heintzelman & Lodestro to handle negotiations for the Town. Attorney Wright will assist as needed.

OLD BUSINESS

Bids for Street Sweeper – Tabled until the June 16, 2008 meeting.

Dog Control Ordinance – Councilman Lodestro reported that a committee consisting of several Town officials recently reviewed a proposed dog control ordinance. (Minutes 5/19/08) He stated that the committee has recommended several revisions to the proposed ordinance. Councilman Lodestro & Justice Gerace explained the revisions. The revisions mostly involve penalties for violations of the ordinance. Attorney Wright will make the necessary revisions. The revised ordinance will also include an increase of the current dog licensing fee. The Council discussed the proposed dog ordinance and decided to conduct a Public Hearing re the matter.

MOTION by Councilman Lodestro, seconded by Councilman Heintzelman to schedule a Public Hearing for Monday, June 16, 2008 at 7:00 PM regarding an introductory Town of Ellicott Local Law amending Section 39 of the Town of Ellicott Code enacting a “dog control ordinance” in the Town of Ellicott.

Carried. Ayes - 4 Noes - 0 Absent - 1

NEW BUSINESS - No New Business

RESOLUTION #61-08

Payment of Claims

MOTION by Supervisor Miller, seconded by Councilman Heintzelman to pay 2008 current claims #534-571, inclusive, in the amount of $44,070.02 and charge to the proper fund or account.

Adopted. Ayes - 4 Noes - 0 Absent - 1

MOTION by Supervisor Miller, seconded by Councilman Heintzelman to adjourn at 7:55 PM.

Carried. Ayes - 4 Noes - 0 Absent - 1

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Michael C. Erlandson, Town Clerk