Approved Minutes of Town Board’s April 25th Meeting
The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at the Peru Town Hall. Those present were: Mr. Brandy McDonald Supervisor- Excused; Mr. James Douglass, Councilman; Mr. James Langley, Councilman; Mr. Melvin Irwin, Councilman; Mr. Richard Barber, Councilman; Mr. Matthew Favro, Town Attorney; Mrs. Dianne Miller, Town Clerk. Also present Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent; Mr. Michael Farrell, Highway Superintendent; Ms. Pamela Barber, Secretary to the Board and Mr. Dave Drollette, Dog Control Officer.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mr. Douglass, with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motion by Mr. Langley, seconded by Mr. Barber to approve the minutes from the April 8, 2019 meeting.
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Motion by Mr. Irwin, seconded by Mr. Barber to accept Highway Department March 2019 report.
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Community Input and Questions
None
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 19.04.25-1
RESOLUTION TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING TO PASS A LOCAL LAW TO PROVIDE FOR THE USE OF AND PAYMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REQUIRED BY THE TOWN UNDER THE SUBDIVISION LOCAL LAW REGULATIONS AND THE TOWN LAND USE CODE.
Motion: Mr. Langley Seconded: Mr. Barber
WHEREAS, the Town, has determined that it is in the best interest of the Town to pass a local law to provide for the use of and payment for professional services required by the Town under the subdivision local law regulations and the Town land use code.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND DETERMINED BY THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF PERU, that a Public Hearing to provide for the use of and payment for professional services required by the Town under the subdivision local law regulations and the Town land use code shall be held MAY 13, 2019 at 6:45 PM at the Peru Town Hall, to consider said matter and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof concerning the same.
Discussion:
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Langley | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | Excused |
4 Ayes 0 Nays Motion Carried
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 19.04.25-2
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TOWN’S 2019 CONTRACT WITH THE NORTH COUNTRY ANIMAL CONTROL CENTER, INC. TO BOARD DANGEROUS DOGS IF NEEDED AND AUTHORIZING THE SUPERVISOR TO EXECUTE THE SAME.
Motion: Mr. Langley Second: Mr. Irwin
WHEREAS, the Town Board has the contract between the Town of Peru and the North Country Animal Control Center, Inc. to board dangerous dogs if necessary for a yearly fee of $1,050.00 before it
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, said proposed contract is approved and the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to execute said contract.
AND, BE IT
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| Jim Langley | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | Excused |
4 Ayes 0 Nays Motion Carried
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE POST-AUDIT PAYMENT OF CERTAIN CLAIMS, BILLS AND INVOICES OF THE TOWN
MOTION: Mr. Langley SECOND: Mr. Irwin
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed and audited the following claims, bills and invoices for services rendered and goods provided to the Town in August of 2018:
From Town Of Peru Vouchers: # 2018001194 through and including # 2018001332
Abstract dated 9/21/2018
For the dollar amount totaling: $356,657.47 ; of that $24,578.31 was wired; $4,446.68 was prepaid by check and $327,632.48 is remaining to be paid ($326,514.18 by Accounts Payable and $1,118.30 by Payroll) and
WHEREAS, the Town Board finds said claims, bills and invoices to be acceptable in form and reasonable in amount;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that payment of the aforementioned claims, bills and invoices is approved and the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to make such payment; and be it further
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Langley | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | Excused | ||
| Richard Barber | x |
Ayes 4 Nays 0
Motion by Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Irwin to have a Retroactive Procedural Motion to Reschedule Youth Workshop.
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Mr. Langley stated the importance and a must do for background checks. A count of individuals is needed. At this time the cost for the background checks is not in the Youth Commission Budget but will be paid by another source from the Town yet to be determined.
Motion by Mr. Langley, seconded by Mr. Irwin to approve the use of Sportsengine for Youth Commission Background Checks.
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
Patent Road Culvert
Mr. Farrell reported a5 foot sink hole was reported at the existing culvert near 81 Patent Road on April 15, 2019. The culvert will need to be repaired sooner than later. A long term repair has been recommended. Mr. Farrell expects to have more information on cost at the May 13, 2019 Town Board Meeting. At this time barriers have been set for the safety of individuals using the road.
Sewer Collection Project Update
The project is moving forward stated by Mr. Tetrault.
Other Business
JCEO has the new employee in training.
Brandon Way and Teresa Larsen were in attendance as they have applied for a liquor license as they will be leasing the former Dana’s Rusty Anchor located at 4016 Route 9 Plattsburgh, New York . As required by law the 30 Day Advance Notice needs to be provided to the Town as the first step.
Mr. Farrell stated road sweeping is continuing as the weather is cooperating.
Ms. Barber has one estimate for a new key/lock entry system to Town Hall and offices. She is waiting for the second one.
Public Comments on Agenda Items Only
None
RESOLUTION NUMBER: 19.04.25-3
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE POST-AUDIT PAYMENT OF CERTAIN CLAIMS, BILLS AND INVOICES OF THE TOWN
MOTION: Mr. Langley SECOND: Mr. Irwin
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed and audited the following claims, bills and invoices for services rendered and goods provided to the Town in April 2019:
From Town Of Peru Vouchers in April 2019: #201900384 through and including #201900545
Abstract dated 4/25/2019
For the dollar amount totaling: $235,608.41; of that, $37,199.70 was wired, credit cards and prepaid; and $198,408.71 is remaining to be paid; $197,761.39 from Accounts Payable and $647.32 from Payroll Account, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board finds said claims, bills and invoices to be acceptable in form and reasonable in amount;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that payment of the aforementioned claims, bills and invoices is approved and the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to make such payment; and be it further
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
| Roll Call: | YES | NO | |
| Richard Barber, Jr. | x | ||
| James Douglass | x | ||
| Mel Irwin | x | ||
| James Langley | x | ||
| Brandy McDonald | Excused |
4Ayes 0 Nays Motion Carried
Motion by Mr. Langley, seconded by Mr. Barber to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:45 PM.
Ayes 4 Nays 0 Motion Carried
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Posted: May 13th, 2019 under Town Board News.