Strand moves forward |pressrepublican.com
Posted: January 24th, 2020 under Arts and Entertainment, Business News, Community Events, Peru/Regional History.
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Back-to-Back Adirondack Rescues in the High Peaks – – The Adirondack Almanack
Posted: January 24th, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Law Enforcement News.
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Agenda – Town Board Regular Meeting – January 27, 2020 at 6 p.m.
NOTE – CHANGE IN MEETING START TIME TO 6 PM
- Call Meeting To Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Roll Call
- MOTION: Approval of Minutes for the Organizational Meeting and Town Board Regular Meeting of January 13, 2020.
- Community Input
- DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Standardization of Control Systems for Water and Wastewater Systems.
- DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION: Purchase of Briggs & Stratton 20KW Standby Generator and Automatic Transfer Switch for Town Hall.
- DISCUSSION/ RESOLUTION: Approve Amendment of Clinton County Snow & Ice Services on Peaseleeville Road.
- DISCUSSION/ RESOLUTION: Approve Shared Services Agreement with the Town of Ausable to Purchase 2020 K.M International Model KM 4000T Hotbox.
- DISCUSSION/MOTION: Sewer Project Update.
- DISCUSSION/MOTION: Acceptance of Internal Audit Report for Court.
- DISCUSSION: Other Business
- DISCUSSION: Public Comments on Agenda Items Only.
- RESOLUTION/DISCUSSION: Pay Bills
- DISCUSSION/MOTION: Adjourn to Executive Session.
- DISCUSSION/MOTION: Return to Regular Session
MOTION: Adjourn
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Town Board News.
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State Releases Ambitious Electric Vehicle Charging Station Plan – – The Adirondack Almanack
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Environmental News, State Government News.
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Adirondack Wildlife Refuge loses state, federal permits | NCPR News
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Environmental News, Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Winterfest 2020 pushed back due to weather – Sun Community News & Printing
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Community Events.
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Workshop to determine if a solar farm ordinance is needed – Public encouraged to attend.
Other important topics:
Meeting time to change
$20K grant awarded
Planning and Zoning Board chairs and vice-chairs approved
Highway Dept. employee comp. time OK
Back-up generator for Town Hall
By John T. Ryan
At the Peru Town Board’s January 13, 2020 meeting Zoning Board of Appeals Liaison Rick Barber told the Board that the Zoning Board is requesting guidance on solar farm development. Developers have expressed interest in constructing solar farms at least three locations in Peru. Barber said they’re especially interested in property near 3-phase electrical lines. A solar farm proposed by the Hamilton family on the Mannix Road has already been approved. That required a use variance. The Town Board scheduled a workshop for 6:30 p.m. on February 10th to get community input and to determine the need for a solar farm ordinance.
Water/Sewer Superintendent Courtney Tetreault said the town has been awarded a Lake Champlain Basin $20,000 grant to help purchase phosphorus control at the hamlet plant and to assist with chlorine control at the Valcour plant.
The Board also:
Approved moving Town Board regular meeting times from 7 pm. to 6 p.m. The new time works better with board and staff schedules. Only two members of the general public regularly attend Town Board meetings.
Approved standardizing water and waste water control systems and power control systems with two companies. Water/Sewer control systems will be provided by Aqualogics Systems of Syracuse. Electric power systems will be provided by Kohler Inc. of Kohler, Wisconsin. Water/Sewer Superintendent Courtney Tetrault said standardization should result in reduced maintenance costs and issues.
Approved Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Board appointments for the following volunteers and noted that volunteers are needed to serve on both boards.
Richard Williams as Planning Board Chairman
Ryan Davies as Planning Board Vice-Chairman
Jim Falvo as Zoning Board of Appeals Chairman
Sean Lukas as Zoning Board of Appeals Vice-Chairman
James Bosley as a Zoning Board of Appeals member
Bosley has is completing the term of office of a member who resigned from the board.
Scheduled a Board workshop for Monday, February 3, 2020 to discus the sewer system upgrade project.
Verbally consented to Highway Department employee compensatory time up to a maximum of 60 hours if a Highway Department employee prefers compensatory time rather than overtime pay. Highway Superintendent Michael Farrell said some employees prefer compensatory time and the Town saves overtime expense.
Approved Supervisor Brandy McDonald’s proposal to purchase a 20 k.w. gas power generator and related equipment. During a recent ice storm McDonald rented a generator from Hahn Welding to electrify the Town Hall if power went out. Counselor Rick Barber noted that the Peru Fire Department does not want to be the Command Center in emergency situations. McDonald said Peru is the only town without backup power in emergency situations. Prices will be sought from at least three vendors at a cost not to exceed $4,950. Counselor Jim Douglass said people at Apple Valley Senior Housing expressed thanks to McDonald for his offer to help people during the storm. McDonald commented that Hahn Welding notified the Town that there would be no charge for the generator rental.
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Highway Dept. News, Planning Board News, Town Board News, Water & Sewer Dept. News, Zoning Board News.
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DEC Accepting Applications for Pheasant Release Program
Applications for Cooperative Program Due by March 25
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced that applications are available for DEC’s cooperative Day-Old Pheasant Chick Program. The program provides pheasant hunting opportunities through a partnership among DEC, hunters, 4-H youth, and interested landowners.
“For more than a century, volunteers have been raising pheasant chicks and releasing pheasants to enhance New York’s fall hunting opportunities,” Commissioner Seggos said. “Raising chicks continues to be a great way to learn about animal husbandry and wildlife management.”
The Day-Old Pheasant Chick Program began in the early 1900s. At that time, the state Conservation Department (which became DEC) distributed pheasant eggs and chicks to farmers and rural youth, and DEC continues that tradition to this day. Day-old chicks are available at no cost to participants who can provide a brooding facility, a covered outdoor rearing pen, and an adequate release site. Approved applicants will receive the day-old chicks in April, May, or June. No chicks obtained through the Day-Old Pheasant Chick Program can be released on private shooting preserves and all release sites must be approved in advance by DEC and must be open for public pheasant hunting opportunities. The program is funded through the State Conservation Fund from license fees paid by hunters, trappers, and anglers.
Applicants must provide daily care to the rapidly growing chicks, monitor the birds’ health and ensure they have adequate feed and water. The pheasants may be released beginning when they are eight weeks old and must be released no later than Dec. 1. Individuals interested in these programs should contact their nearest DEC regional office (listed below) for applications and additional information.
In 2019, DEC distributed more than 31,500 day-old pheasant chicks to qualified applicants. Applications must be filed with a DEC regional wildlife manager by March 25, 2020; see contact information below. A “Pheasant Rearing Guide” and applications are available on the DEC website.
R5 – Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Hamilton, Saratoga, Warren, and Washington counties:
1115 Route 86, PO Box 296
Ray Brook, NY 12977
(518) 897-1291
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Environmental News.
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Enjoy Sunday Breakfast at VFW Post 309 – Everyone Welcome!
What: 4th Sunday Breakfast –
Bacon, scrambled eggs, sausage gravy & biscuits, corned beef hash, pancakes or French toast, juice and coffee.
Only $10 – seconds on the house.
Where: Peru Memorial VFW
710 Pleasant St, Peru, NY
When: January 26th 9 a.m. – Noon
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Community Events, Veterans' News.
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ORDA wins big in budget
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, State Government News.
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Fire-ravaged Boonville makes pitch for HGTV makeover – syracuse.com
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Peru/Regional History.
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Should a judge be free to lock up any dangerous suspect? A NY bail reform dilemma – syracuse.com
Source: Should a judge be free to lock up any dangerous suspect? A NY bail reform dilemma – syracuse.com
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Law Enforcement News, State Government News.
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Another round of prison closures may be coming to NY: What to know
Posted: January 23rd, 2020 under Law Enforcement News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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From fighting flames to battling cancer
Source: Posted: January 22nd, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Fire Department News.
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2020 Town Board Organizational Meeting
The Peru Town Board conducted its 2020 Organizational Meeting on Monday, January 13, 2020. The approved resolutions covered: salaries of elected officials, appointees, appointee salaries and frequency of payments, department liaisons, meeting dates and times, contracts, the mileage reimbursement rate, town depositories, the official town newspaper and town policies.
The most significant change from past practice is the new Board meeting time of 6 p.m. rather than 6 p.m. Town Supervisor Brandy McDonald said 6 p.m. coordinates better with the employee work schedules and commuting distances.
Other than Board members and employees, only two Peru residents regularly attend Town Board meetings.
Resolution #1
Resolution Establishing 2020 SALARY AND PAYMENT OF ELECTED OFFICIALS
BE IT RESOLVED that 2020 salaries for Town of Peru Elected Officials be set as follows:
Town Council Members $7,706.50 /Annually, Paid Monthly
Town Supervisor $25,338.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Town Clerk/Tax Collector $26,285.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Town Justices $19,698.75/Annually, Paid Monthly
Highway Superintendent $60,716.00/Annually, Paid Bi-weekly
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #2
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 APPOINTEES
BE IT RESOLVED that the following appointments for 2020 be made:
APPOINTMENTS POSITIONS
1. Courtney Tetrault Water & Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator
2. Robert Guynup Codes & Zoning Enforcement Officer
3. Pamela Barber Confidential Secretary to the Town Board
4. Dianne Miller Registrar of Vital Statistics
5. Judy Akey Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics
6. Judy Akey Account Clerk/Receptionist
7. Holly Stone Clerk to the Town Justices
8. Christine Crawford Part Time Clerk to the Town Justices
9. James Douglass Deputy Supervisor
10. Brandy McDonald Budget Officer
11. Darlene Grigware Typist (Codes & Zoning Dept.)
12. Carlene Heipel Typist (Highway & Water/Sewer Dept.)
13. James Falvo Zoning Board of Appeals Chairperson
14. Sean Lukas Zoning Board of Appeals Vice Chairperson
15. Richard Williams Planning Board Chairperson
16. Ryan Davies Planning Board Vice Chairperson
17. Judy Akey Deputy Town Clerk/Tax Collector
18. Ron and Carol Allen Town Historians
19. John Flynn Recreation Director
20. TBD Assistant Youth Director
21. TBD Youth Commission Chairman
22. David Drollette Dog Control Officer
24. Department Heads Purchasing Agents General Fund
25. Mike Farrell, Hwy. Supt. Purchasing Agent Highway Fund
26. Courtney Tetrault, Parks, W/S Supt. Purchasing Agent Water/Sewer Fund
27. Darrell Martineau Highway Crew Supervisor
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #3
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 SALARIES AND PAYMENT FREQUENCY FOR TOWN OF PERU APPOINTEES
BE IT RESOLVED that the following 2020 salaries and payment frequencies be set as follows:
Water/Sewer Superintendent $61,210.69/Annually, Paid Bi-Weekly
Code/Zoning/Planning Officer $48,856.00/Annually, Paid Bi-Weekly
Confidential Secretary to the Board $44,905.00/Annually, Paid Bi-Weekly
Registrar of Vital Statistics (Under Town Clerk)
Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics (Under Deputy Town Clerk)
Account Clerk/Receptionist $20.54/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Clerk to Town Justices $41,485.00/Annually/Paid Bi-Weekly
Part Time Clerk to the Town Justices $16.08/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Deputy Supervisor $1,383.00/Annually/Paid Monthly
Budget Officer $1,383.00/Annually/Paid Monthly
Typist – Codes/Zoning/Planning $15.40/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Typist – Highway & Water/Sewer $19.98/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Deputy Town Clerk/Tax Collector $1,813.78/Annually, Paid Monthly
Recreation Director $21,726.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Groundskeeper $2,500.00/Annually/Paid 3 Times/Summer
Assistant Youth Director $3,000.00/Annually, Paid Seasonally
Dog Control Officer $13,640.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #4
RESOLUTIONS ESTABLISHING TOWN DEPARTMENT LIAISONS
BE IT RESOLVED that the following 2020 Town Board Liaison assignments are approved by the Town Board
PLANNING/ZONING Richard Barber & Mel Irwin
WATER/SEWER: Kregg Bruno & Mel Irwin
HIGHWAY: Mel Irwin & Richard Barber
PARKS/RECREATION: Jim Douglass & Kregg Bruno
YOUTH COMMISSION: Jim Douglass & Richard Barber
LIBRARY: Mel Irwin & Jim Douglass
DOG CONTROL OFFICER: Jim Douglass & Kregg Bruno
JUSTICE SYSTEM Kregg Bruno & Richard Barber
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #5
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING DATES AND STARTING TIMES
BE IT RESOLVED that the following dates/times make up the 2020 Regular Town Board Meeting Schedule:
2020 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE
Monday January 13, 2020 7:00 PM
Monday January 27, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday February 10, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday February 24, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday March 9, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday March 23, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday April 13, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday April 27, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday May 11, 2020 6:00 PM
Thursday May 28, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday June 8, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday June 22, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday July 13, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday July 27, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday August 10, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday August 24, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday September 14, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday September 28, 2020 6:00 PM
Thursday October 15, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday October 26, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday November 9, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday November 23, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday December 14, 2020 6:00 PM
Wednesday December 30, 2020 6:00 PM
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried
Resolution #6
RESOLUTION APPROVING 2020 CONTRACTS
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board gives approval for the Town Supervisor to sign the following contracts on behalf of the Town of Peru:
2020 ANNUAL CONTRACTS
JCEO of Clinton & Essex Counties
North Country LIFE FLIGHT, Inc.
Clinton County Assessor (previously signed)
Web Site Manager, Don McBrayer
Cleaning Service, Robert Crawford
Grant/Project Consultant, Elizabeth Tedford
Attorney for the Town. Firm: Favro Law, Atty. Matthew Favro (previously signed)
Attorney for the Town Planning & Zoning Dept. Firm: Favro Law, Atty. Matthew Favro (previously signed)
Engineering/Consulting Services for Water/Sewer, Highway and Planning/Zoning Departments. Firm: Engineering Ventures Inc.
Accounting Firm: Boulrice & Wood CPS, P.C.
Peru Golden Apple Club
Animal Shelter, Elmore SPCA
Carried:
Resolution #7
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 TOWN OF PERU MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT RATE
BE IT RESOLVED that employees of the Town of Peru using their personal vehicle for pre-approved official Town business will be reimbursed for such mileage as follows:
2020 Mileage Reimbursement Rate . . . . . . . . . $ .545 per mile
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #8
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING TOWN DEPOSITORIES
BE IT RESOLVED that the TD Bank, Peru, New York, hereby is designated as the official depository for all Checking, Savings, and Town Reserve accounts of the Town Supervisor, Town Clerk, Town Justice Kirby, and Town Justice Cabana and the Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s accounts for 2020,
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #9
RESOLUTION NAMING THE OFFICIAL TOWN NEWSPAPER
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Peru names the Press Republican as its Newspaper of Record for 2020.
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Posted: January 22nd, 2020 under Town Board News.
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Ausable Chasm: Hiking the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks – Uncovering New York
Posted: January 22nd, 2020 under Adirondack Region News, Things to do in & near Peru.
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Cuomo threatens to make NY counties pay more for Medicaid if they don’t cut costs – syracuse.com
Source: Cuomo threatens to make NY counties pay more for Medicaid if they don’t cut costs – syracuse.com
Posted: January 22nd, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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An 18-day NY State Fair? Cuomo wants to add five days to lineup – syracuse.com
Posted: January 22nd, 2020 under State Government News.
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How to Fix a $6.1 Billion Budget Hole? Attack Health Care Spending – The New York Times
Posted: January 22nd, 2020 under Heathcare News, State Government News.
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Jones Has Concerns About Cuomo’s Budget Proposals Including the Proposal to Close More Prisons
From the office of Assemblyman Billy Jones
Assemblyman Billy Jones (D-Plattsburgh) announced that he will fight for a state budget that addresses the needs and concerns of North Country families after listening to the governor’s budget address earlier today. The proposal includes critical funding for North Country schools, veterans and small businesses, as well as a plan to close more prisons and reform Medicaid.
“The governor’s budget proposal presents some clear concerns; his proposal to close more prisons across the state poses a safety threat to the hardworking men and women who work in these facilities. As a former correction officer, I know the serious impact this could have on the well-being of the employees and will do everything in my power to ensure our North Country prisons are not affected by this,” Jones said.
“The governor has also proposed making drastic changes to the Medicaid system,” noted Jones. “Let me be clear, while I strongly support the need to control the rising costs of these services, this cannot come at the cost of putting another unfunded mandate on our local governments. North Country families already have enough bills on their plate and shouldn’t be forced to bear even more of the state’s burden.”
Since 2015, the state has covered all increases in its counties’ share of Medicaid costs,[1] while local governments have continued to administer the programs. In his Budget address, the governor partially blamed the $6.1 billion budget deficit on the state’s Medicaid spending and indicated reviving the Medicaid Redesign Team to study ways to reduce costs and restructure the program.[2]
While the governor’s remarks indicated this will not come at a cost to local governments, it certainly put the future of this critical funding in question and raised concerns among state lawmakers, including Jones, who countered that cutting state Medicaid spending would unfairly push costs onto local taxpayers.[3]
Farms and small businesses are an essential part of what makes the North Country thrive which is why Jones was pleased that the governor’s proposal included language similar to a bill that Jones co-sponsored (A.6309), which would cut the corporate tax rate for small businesses and expand the small business exemption from 5% to 15% for farms and sole proprietors with a net income under $250,000. This will provide tax relief to help these community staples continue to grow and prosper, Jones noted. Additionally, the governor’s proposal included $29 million in funding for a variety of agricultural programs throughout New York which is paramount to supporting our farmers and the work they do. The proposal also includes language to expand the definition of family members, which is one step towards addressing the detrimental provisions of the farm labor law, Jones indicated.
“I will continue to be a strong advocate for Northern New York Agriculture programs and will work with my colleagues to ensure these programs are adequately funded and regulations are modified to help our farms succeed,” said Jones.
The governor’s proposal also included major changes to the education funding formula. “As a father, I remain committed to ensuring our children, and their teachers, have the necessary resources to help them grow and thrive,” said Jones. “I will investigate the governor’s proposal to ensure our schools get their fair share and that no changes have a harmful impact on North Country Schools.”
The governor also indicated his commitment to land based renewable energy programs. “While this may be encouraging, I am troubled by the indication that this will come at a cost with removing local control,” said Jones. “Our local officials and residents know what works best for their communities, and we must continue to give them the authority to make these decisions.”
In addition, the governor’s proposal includes funding for a state veterans cemetery, which is similar to a bill that Jones introduced last year to ensure proper funding for this important site (A.887). Jones will push for this proposal to be passed in the final state budget, adding that he’s hopeful the eventual site will be located in the North Country. Additionally the Governor mentioned the need for cellular service, but lacked mentioning how much money would be allocated for expansion of cellular service. As a member of the rural cellular task force, Jones remains committed to ensuring this issue is addressed and properly funded.
Posted: January 21st, 2020 under State Government News, State Legislator News.
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NYS Tax Department: Learn about Free File options—you may be eligible to file your taxes for free!
Source: NYS Tax Department: Learn about Free File options—you may be eligible to file your taxes for free!
Posted: January 21st, 2020 under Education News, General News, State Government News.
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Sheldon Silver’s Corruption Conviction Is Partly Overturned – The New York Times
Posted: January 21st, 2020 under Peru/Regional History, State Legislator News.
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Cuomo’s executive budget, by the numbers | CSNY
Posted: January 21st, 2020 under State Government News.
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Town Board Organizes for 2020
The Peru Town Board conducted its 2020 Organizational Meeting on Monday, January 13, 2020. The approved resolutions covered: salaries of elected officials, appointees, appointee salaries and frequency of payments, department liaisons, meeting dates and times, contracts, the mileage reimbursement rate, town depositories, the official town newspaper and town policies.
The most significant change from past practice is the new Board meeting time of 6 p.m. rather than 6 p.m. Town Supervisor Brandy McDonald said 6 p.m. coordinates better with the employee work schedules and commuting distances.
Other than Board members and employees, only two Peru residents regularly attend Town Board meetings.
Resolution #1
Resolution Establishing 2020 SALARY AND PAYMENT OF ELECTED OFFICIALS
BE IT RESOLVED that 2020 salaries for Town of Peru Elected Officials be set as follows:
Town Council Members $7,706.50 /Annually, Paid Monthly
Town Supervisor $25,338.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Town Clerk/Tax Collector $26,285.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Town Justices $19,698.75/Annually, Paid Monthly
Highway Superintendent $60,716.00/Annually, Paid Bi-weekly
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #2
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 APPOINTEES
BE IT RESOLVED that the following appointments for 2020 be made:
APPOINTMENTS POSITIONS
1. Courtney Tetrault Water & Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator
2. Robert Guynup Codes & Zoning Enforcement Officer
3. Pamela Barber Confidential Secretary to the Town Board
4. Dianne Miller Registrar of Vital Statistics
5. Judy Akey Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics
6. Judy Akey Account Clerk/Receptionist
7. Holly Stone Clerk to the Town Justices
8. Christine Crawford Part Time Clerk to the Town Justices
9. James Douglass Deputy Supervisor
10. Brandy McDonald Budget Officer
11. Darlene Grigware Typist (Codes & Zoning Dept.)
12. Carlene Heipel Typist (Highway & Water/Sewer Dept.)
13. James Falvo Zoning Board of Appeals Chairperson
14. Sean Lukas Zoning Board of Appeals Vice Chairperson
15. Richard Williams Planning Board Chairperson
16. Ryan Davies Planning Board Vice Chairperson
17. Judy Akey Deputy Town Clerk/Tax Collector
18. Ron and Carol Allen Town Historians
19. John Flynn Recreation Director
20. TBD Assistant Youth Director
21. TBD Youth Commission Chairman
22. David Drollette Dog Control Officer
24. Department Heads Purchasing Agents General Fund
25. Mike Farrell, Hwy. Supt. Purchasing Agent Highway Fund
26. Courtney Tetrault, Parks, W/S Supt. Purchasing Agent Water/Sewer Fund
27. Darrell Martineau Highway Crew Supervisor
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #3
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 SALARIES AND PAYMENT FREQUENCY FOR TOWN OF PERU APPOINTEES
BE IT RESOLVED that the following 2020 salaries and payment frequencies be set as follows:
Water/Sewer Superintendent $61,210.69/Annually, Paid Bi-Weekly
Code/Zoning/Planning Officer $48,856.00/Annually, Paid Bi-Weekly
Confidential Secretary to the Board $44,905.00/Annually, Paid Bi-Weekly
Registrar of Vital Statistics (Under Town Clerk)
Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics (Under Deputy Town Clerk)
Account Clerk/Receptionist $20.54/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Clerk to Town Justices $41,485.00/Annually/Paid Bi-Weekly
Part Time Clerk to the Town Justices $16.08/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Deputy Supervisor $1,383.00/Annually/Paid Monthly
Budget Officer $1,383.00/Annually/Paid Monthly
Typist – Codes/Zoning/Planning $15.40/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Typist – Highway & Water/Sewer $19.98/Hourly, Paid Bi-Weekly
Deputy Town Clerk/Tax Collector $1,813.78/Annually, Paid Monthly
Recreation Director $21,726.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Groundskeeper $2,500.00/Annually/Paid 3 Times/Summer
Assistant Youth Director $3,000.00/Annually, Paid Seasonally
Dog Control Officer $13,640.00/Annually, Paid Monthly
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #4
RESOLUTIONS ESTABLISHING TOWN DEPARTMENT LIAISONS
BE IT RESOLVED that the following 2020 Town Board Liaison assignments are approved by the Town Board
PLANNING/ZONING Richard Barber & Mel Irwin
WATER/SEWER: Kregg Bruno & Mel Irwin
HIGHWAY: Mel Irwin & Richard Barber
PARKS/RECREATION: Jim Douglass & Kregg Bruno
YOUTH COMMISSION: Jim Douglass & Richard Barber
LIBRARY: Mel Irwin & Jim Douglass
DOG CONTROL OFFICER: Jim Douglass & Kregg Bruno
JUSTICE SYSTEM Kregg Bruno & Richard Barber
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #5
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING DATES AND STARTING TIMES
BE IT RESOLVED that the following dates/times make up the 2020 Regular Town Board Meeting Schedule:
2020 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE
Monday January 13, 2020 7:00 PM
Monday January 27, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday February 10, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday February 24, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday March 9, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday March 23, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday April 13, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday April 27, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday May 11, 2020 6:00 PM
Thursday May 28, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday June 8, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday June 22, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday July 13, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday July 27, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday August 10, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday August 24, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday September 14, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday September 28, 2020 6:00 PM
Thursday October 15, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday October 26, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday November 9, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday November 23, 2020 6:00 PM
Monday December 14, 2020 6:00 PM
Wednesday December 30, 2020 6:00 PM
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried
Resolution #6
RESOLUTION APPROVING 2020 CONTRACTS
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board gives approval for the Town Supervisor to sign the following contracts on behalf of the Town of Peru:
2020 ANNUAL CONTRACTS
JCEO of Clinton & Essex Counties
North Country LIFE FLIGHT, Inc.
Clinton County Assessor (previously signed)
Web Site Manager, Don McBrayer
Cleaning Service, Robert Crawford
Grant/Project Consultant, Elizabeth Tedford
Attorney for the Town. Firm: Favro Law, Atty. Matthew Favro (previously signed)
Attorney for the Town Planning & Zoning Dept. Firm: Favro Law, Atty. Matthew Favro (previously signed)
Engineering/Consulting Services for Water/Sewer, Highway and Planning/Zoning Departments. Firm: Engineering Ventures Inc.
Accounting Firm: Boulrice & Wood CPS, P.C.
Peru Golden Apple Club
Animal Shelter, Elmore SPCA
Carried:
Resolution #7
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2020 TOWN OF PERU MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT RATE
BE IT RESOLVED that employees of the Town of Peru using their personal vehicle for pre-approved official Town business will be reimbursed for such mileage as follows:
2020 Mileage Reimbursement Rate . . . . . . . . . $ .545 per mile
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #8
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING TOWN DEPOSITORIES
BE IT RESOLVED that the TD Bank, Peru, New York, hereby is designated as the official depository for all Checking, Savings, and Town Reserve accounts of the Town Supervisor, Town Clerk, Town Justice Kirby, and Town Justice Cabana and the Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s accounts for 2020,
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Resolution #9
RESOLUTION NAMING THE OFFICIAL TOWN NEWSPAPER
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Peru names the Press Republican as its Newspaper of Record for 2020.
Motion by: ______________________ Second by: _____________________
Carried:
Posted: January 21st, 2020 under Town Board News.
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Chamber of Commerce Informational Meeting – All Businesspersons Invited
Plattsburgh, NY – The North Country Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free Breakfast on Wednesday, February 12th from 8:00 – 9:00am at the Chamber office, 7061 Route 9, Plattsburgh.
This informational meeting will provide an overview of Chamber activities regarding tourism promotion, government affairs, small business support and economic development. You’ll also learn how the Chamber can help you grow your business through a variety of benefits including cost-saving opportunities, ways to meet potential customers, and more.
This free breakfast is open to any businessperson who would like to learn more about the Chamber and the many services offered in our region. RSVP by calling the Chamber of Commerce at 518-563-1000 or visit www.northcountrychamber.com.
Posted: January 21st, 2020 under Business News.
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