Minutes of a Regular Meeting of the
Town Council of the Town of Ellicott
held at the
Administration Building,
December 3,
2007 at 7:00 P.M.
Present: Supervisor Tyler, Councilman Beckerink, Councilman Miller, Councilman Heintzelman, Town Clerk Erlandson, Highway Superintendent Shellhouse, Attorney Wright.
Absent: Councilman Geisler.
Supervisor Tyler opened the
meeting at 7:00 PM and led the Town Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. Town Clerk Erlandson called the roll.
MOTION
by Councilman Heintzelman, seconded by Councilman Miller to accept the minutes
of the November 19, 2007 meeting as presented by the Town Clerk.
Town Clerk Erlandson read the
following items into the record:
1.
Notification
of Liquor License Renewal: The Apple Inn, 3373 Old Fluvanna Rd.
2.
Invitation
to the annual Falconer Volunteer Firemen’s Association Christmas Party.
3.
Falconer
Fire Chief’s Report: October 2007.
4.
Newsletter:
Chaut. Co. Chamber of Commerce.
TOWN OFFICERS’ REPORTS
Councilman Heintzelman reported that the Ellicott
Zoning Commission is applying for two (2) grants to obtain funding for a
comprehensive plan for the Town of Ellicott.
He explained that both applications would be submitted by Dec. 14, 2007.
Councilman Beckerink reported that he and Town
Clerk Erlandson recently met with the Plant Manager from Time-Warner Cable re
the feasibility of extending television cable service to the Gerry-Levant Rd.
and Ross Mills area. Mr. Beckerink
stated that the company will make a decision concerning the matter early in
2008.
Town Clerk Erlandson reported that he is looking
into the possibility of the Town of Ellicott becoming part of a municipal
“co-operative” for purchasing electric & gas service. He explained that the group would purchase
the services from Erie County. He also
explained that the Town would benefit by paying less for electric & gas
service. Mr. Erlandson noted that
Attorney Wright has expressed concerns re several aspects of the proposed
agreement between the Town and Erie County.
They will continue to pursue the matter.
Attorney Wright reported that the
abandonment of property at 100 Lakeside Blvd. owned by Ray Dorman is moving
forward. (Minutes 7/16/07 et. seq.)
Highway Superintendent
Shellhouse
reported that he and Engineer Rex Tolman are finalizing the purchase of the
skid for the new pump station in West Ellicott.
No Old Business.
The Town Council scheduled the 2008 Town of Ellicott Organizational
Meeting for January 1, 2008 at noon.
New NYS Requirements for Building Codes –
Attorney Wright reported that the New York State Dept. of State is
making changes to the NYS
Building Code. He stated that every
municipality throughout the state is required to adopt the new code. He pointed out that certain sections of the
new code conflict with the Town of Ellicott Code. However, he explained that the proposed new code is only a
“model”. Consequently, the Town has
some flexibility regarding the specific language of the code. He stated that he and Town of Ellicott Bldg.
Inspector Randy Woodbury are going to review the proposed changes to ensure
that they are compatible
with the Town Code. Mr. Wright noted
that the new code should be adopted by the end of January 2008. Prior to adopting the new code a Public
Hearing must also be conducted.
MOTION
by Supervisor Tyler, seconded by Councilman Miller to schedule a Public
Hearing for Monday, January 21, 2008 at 7:00 PM regarding proposed changes
to the New York State Building Code.
Expiration of Terms on Zoning Board of Appeals –
Supervisor Tyler reported that the terms of two (2) members of the Ellicott Zoning
Board of Appeals are expiring at the end of 2007. The Council discussed whether to re-appoint
the two members or appoint new people to the positions. Town Clerk Erlandson was directed to contact
the two members to determine if they wish to be re-appointed.
RESOLUTION #103-07
Payment of Claims
MOTION by Supervisor Tyler, seconded by Councilman Miller to pay 2007
current claims #1239-1295, inclusive, in the amount of $50,155.97 and
charge to the proper fund or account.
MOTION
by Supervisor Tyler, seconded by Councilman Miller to adjourn at 7:17 PM.
Carried. Ayes – 4 Noes - 0 Absent - 1
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Michael
C. Erlandson, Town Clerk