REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING JUNE 9, 2009 The Town Board of the Town of Conklin held a Regular Town Board Meeting on June 9, 2009, at 7:00 P.M. at the Conklin Town Hall. Mrs. Preston, Supervisor, presided. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENT: Town Board Members Bullock, Minoia, Francisco, Finch, Preston
Town Counsel Angel Aton Assistant to Supervisor Lisa Houston Highway Superintendent Patrick Latting Code Officer Robert Jones Water & Sewer Superintendent/ Parks Superintendent Tom Delamarter Dog Control Officer Darlene Weidman Town Clerk Sherrie L. Jacobs GUESTS: Country Courier Conklin Vol. Fire Dept. Elizabeth Einstein George Frailey Ruth Joyner John Colley Tom Kelly Laurie Francisco Doug Wood Garrett Pierce Sharon Palmer Kevin Terwilliger Charles Terwilliger Emie Terwilliger Aaron Terwilliger Shannon Smith Caitlin French Doug Wood, Sr. Peter J. Motsavage, Jr.
MINUTES: MAY 19, 2009 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING Mr. Bullock moved that the May 19, 2009 Regular Town Board Meeting minutes be approved as presented. Seconded by Mr. Francisco. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Yes. Motion passed unanimously. CORRESPONDENCE: Supervisor Preston acknowledged receipt of reports from the Town Clerk, the Supervisor’s Office, the Highway Superintendent, the Code Officer, the Water and Sewer Superintendent, and from the Dog Control Officer. She also acknowledged receipt of correspondence from Dale W. Cook, which she read into the minutes as follows: “Hi Debbie, ”I want to thank you for your willingness to let us use Schnurbusch Park and the Concession Stand as well as Tommy and his helpers. There is no doubt in my mind that the high schools that come in are impressed at how beautiful the park is and what a great job our field guys do. “I realize how lucky I am to have a guy like Tom Delamarter around to help me run a first class tournament. He keeps his guys on their toes and ready to help out where needed. “I have a check for $250 to go to the Conklin Booster Club. ”Who would you like me to send it to? “Dale”
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING MAY 19, 2009 PUBLIC COMMENTS: SKATEBOARD PARK Mr. Doug Wood proposed that the Town allow a skateboard park to be constructed at either the former go-cart track at the Community Center or at Schnurbusch Park. He stated that youth who skateboard in the streets or on private property get into trouble with property owners and are in unsafe situations. Mr. Wood stated that a skateboard park would provide a safe venue for skateboarders and would bring people into the area. He cited the former track at the Community Center as being ideal because of its proximity to the new ice cream shop and the fact that the paving is already completed. Mr. Wood stated that there are currently only two places to skateboard in the Triple Cities area, one being at Cheri Lindsey Park in Binghamton, which he stated is unsafe, and an indoor skateboard park in Vestal. Supervisor Preston stated that the Town has researched the possibility of constructing a skateboard park in the past and determined that the cost of liability insurance would be too expensive. She stated that a walking trail is planned for the former go-cart track at the Community Center, although she added that the decision will be up to the Town Board. Supervisor Preston added that the cost of construction must also be considered. Doug Wood, Jr., stated that he and his friends need a place to skateboard and added that he could get sponsors, such as LaBarre Construction, to help with construction of the proposed skateboard park. Supervisor Preston asked Parks Superintendent Tom Delamarter about the land at Schnurbusch Park that was recently filled in and Mr. Delamarter replied that this area of land is available. Mr. Wood asked if he could lease the track at the Community Center from the Town and get volunteers to build the skateboard park. He also asked if the Town would consider selling the track and Supervisor Preston replied that the Town would not sell the track because it would cut up the property too much. Mr. Delamarter stated that he had attended a Playground Safety Seminar and added that one of the concerns that was emphasized was the requirement that skateboard parks be set up specifically for skateboarding and be inspected by qualified inspectors. “It can’t be anything makeshift,” stated Mr. Delamarter. Mr. Wood stated that an alternative might be to find an available building and build a skateboard park inside it. Mr. John Colley asked how Binghamton and Vestal can afford the liability insurance for a skateboard park and Supervisor Preston replied that those two municipalities are larger than Conklin and therefore have a bigger tax base. Mr. Delamarter added that although skateboarders are supposed to wear protective safety equipment when they skateboard, they do not always comply with this requirement. Mr. Minoia asked if the indoor arenas which are to be built at the Community Sportsplex could incorporate a skateboard park. Mr. Finch reiterated that the Town’s greatest concern is the cost of liability insurance. Both he and Supervisor Preston stated that Mr. Delamarter should research the cost of construction and liability insurance and create a plan for the potential skateboard park. Mr. Wood, Jr., added that he and his friends need a place to skateboard and added that Cheri Lindsey Park is not safe because of drug issues there. Supervisor Preston replied that Mr. Delamarter will bring a plan and potential costs to the July 14 Town Board meeting. REPORT: HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT In addition to his written report, Highway Superintendent Patrick Latting reported that the “mowing has been non-stop,” noting that “Broome County is a little behind us” on mowing County-owned roads. He stated that approximately 25 tons, or 20 loads, of tires were removed from the Highway Garage and taken to the Broome County Landfill on June 8, 2009. Mr. Latting stated that he “would like more control over what comes in” since the gates are left open on the weekends, but added that “it is a great service to the residents.” Mr. Latting reported that he attended the Cornell Local Roads Highway School and commented that the instructors did “a great job.” He thanked the Board for the opportunity to attend the school. Mr. Latting reported that more than 24,000 pounds of steel have been recycled and
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING JUNE 9, 2009 added that since there has been no misuse of the dumpster, he will leave the dumpster for metal recycling at the Town Highway Garage for the present, as Mr. Bullock had requested at the last Town Board meeting. He added that the recycled metal brings in some money for the Town and the opportunity to recycle metal provides a good service for the residents. Mr. Latting presented his plan for expenditure of “CHIPS” money, noting that he plans to stone and oil 5.6 miles of road in the south end of Town, the roads most damaged by the 2006 Flood. RESO 2009-139: ACCEPT 2009 HIGHWAY EXPENDITURE AGREEMENT Mr. Finch moved for the following resolution: Be It Resolved: that the Town Board of the Town of Conklin accepts the proposed 2009 Highway Expenditure Agreement for the use of “CHIPS” funds. Seconded by Mr. Francisco. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Yes. Motion passed unanimously. REPORT: CODE OFFICER In addition to his written report, Code Officer Robert Jones reported that his office issued ten building permits last month, including six for new buildings, two for garages, and one demolition permit. He reported that the Planning Board heard two cases and approved Dawn’s Dawgs for business. Mr. Jones reported that the Zoning Board of Appeals heard one case, which was held over until August 4, 2009. He stated that he has been working to close old building permits and to prepare for industrial and corporate inspections. 9 SHAW ROAD Mr. Jones was asked about the Price Rite Auto Shop at 9 Shaw Road, with Mr. Minoia stating that there are more cars at the establishment now. Mr. Jones reported that he had e-mailed Attorney Angel Aton about the situation. Supervisor Preston stated that Town Board members or Mr. Jones were to note any infractions and report them to the judge who issued the injunction against the business. She added that the judge will close the business down if there are infractions. To clarify the situation, Ms. Aton recapped the timeline in which a Stop Work Order was issued by Mr. Jones and ignored by the business owners, who continued to run their unapproved business. A court injunction was then sought and received. Ms. Aton stated that she had consulted Attorney Mark Gorgos and Attorney Keith O’Hara, who is handling the litigation, and was told that affidavits detailing the dates and times of infractions are needed to pursue this further. She added that pictures would be very helpful. Mr. Minoia stated that the number of unregistered vehicles on the property exceeds what is allowed by local law, so the business is already out of compliance just by having that many unregistered vehicles on the property. Mr. Finch replied that it depends upon what stipulations the Planning Board set for the business. Mr. Minoia replied that a Stop Work Order was issued so there should not be any cars on the property. Ms. Aton reiterated that she needs to take affidavits to provide to Attorney O’Hara to take to court to show that the injunction is not being obeyed. She suggested that Mr. Jones take pictures of the property to show the number of cars. Mr. Jones stated that there were nine cars on the property on Monday morning, June 8, and today, June 9, 2009, the number has risen to thirteen. Mr. Finch asked Mr. Jones if his office camera has a date and time feature and Mr. Jones replied that it does. He added that the property owners are planning to come back to the Town Planning Board on June 15. Ms. Aton stated that she has been in telephone contact with the attorney representing the property owners regarding the upcoming Planning Board meeting. Supervisor Preston stated that they need not bother coming back to the Planning Board if they will not be in compliance with the court injunction, adding, “We’ll see them in court.” Ms. Aton reiterated
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING JUNE 9, 2009 that she needs affidavits detailing dates and times of infractions, as well as pictures, from Supervisor Preston, Mr. Jones, and Mr. Minoia. Mr. Minoia reiterated that the number of unregistered vehicles on the property is already non-compliance. Ms. Aton stated that this point will be part of the complaint against the property owners. HISTORY OF BUSINESSES IN CONKLIN Mr. Minoia stated that the “Code Enforcer should know who occupies which building and what’s going on,” adding that buildings become empty and re-occupied by businesses without ever coming before the Planning Board for approval. He suggested that a history of each business be developed to show whether they had been approved by the Planning Board. As an example, Mr. Minoia cited the Tee Time Mini-Golf business, which he stated had been approved only as a mini-golf course by the Planning Board, with public bathrooms to be available at the adjacent Koop restaurant, and which is now selling ice cream and hosting an arcade in the building formerly housing The Koop. Mr. Jones replied that the ice cream business is a restaurant business similar to The Koop. Mr. Minoia cited another example of a clothing business which had to come before the Planning Board for approval when it was being moved to a new facility. Supervisor Preston stated that the owner of the Tee Time Mini-Golf had approached her about the possibility of hosting a flea market on the site, which she stated would not be approved, and added that he is getting his paperwork together to appear before the Planning Board for the ice cream shop and arcade. Supervisor Preston stated that she feels the Town and Mr. Jones are “on top of what is happening” in businesses in the Town. Mr. Finch added that Mr. Jones is “doing a great job.” REPORT: WATER & SEWER SUPERINTENDENT & PARKS SUPERINTENDENT In addition to his written report, Water and Sewer Superintendent and Parks Superintendent Tom Delamarter reported that the water tanks on Stewart Road and Ahern Road have been inspected. He stated that the Stewart Road tank passed inspection but added that a little rust was found on the tank and the inspecting company suggested that the tank be drained at the next five-year inspection and treated with a protective agent. Mr. Delamarter stated that he awaiting the results of the inspection of the Ahern Road tank. Mr. Delamarter reported that his crew completed the first round of mowing of the newly acquired Buyout properties. Mr. Delamarter reported that a problem with the Town Pool had forced it to be closed for three days. He stated that pool tar had formed on the bottom of the pool, adding that this is a rare phenomenon which can happen with the type of pool liner installed in the pool in 2008, and which typically occurs, if it is going to occur, after the first winterization of the liner. Mr. Delamarter noted that the DEC (New York State Department of Environmental Conservation) does not allow chemicals to be used in winterizing public pools. He added that the manufacturer of the pool liner stated that the pool tar phenomenon has occurred only twice in 17 years. Mr. Delamarter reported that the problem has been corrected, adding that the liner will be tested at the end of the pool season and will be replaced if it is flawed. He added that the liner is covered 100% by warranty. Mr. Francisco asked if the pool tar seepage occurred at a seam in the liner and Mr. Delamarter replied that it was not at a seam but was on the bottom of the pool, adding that the substance would not wash off but was sticky. Mr. Delamarter reported that the meters and equipment for the water meter auto reads have arrived and the process of installing them has begun. The new equipment will allow the Water and Sewer Department personnel to read the meters as they drive by buildings. REPORT: DOG CONTROL OFFICER In addition to her written report, Dog Control Officer Darlene Weidman reported that 145 vaccinations were given at the Rabies Clinic held on May 15, 2009, at Conklin Volunteer Fire Station #1.
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING JUNE 9, 2009 REPORT: SUPERVISOR’S REPORT Refer to written report. REPORT: TOWN CLERK Refer to written report. (Copies of all written reports are available in the office of the Town Clerk.) OLD BUSINESS: UNSAFE STRUCTURE/66 STILLWATER ROAD Supervisor Preston reported that a letter had been received from Town Engineer Dan Griffiths confirming that the structure located at 66 Stillwater Road is unsafe and adding that she wants to move forward with having the structure declared unsafe under the Unsafe Buildings Law and wants to set up the required Public Hearing. Attorney Aton stated that she will prepare notices to be sent to the property owners. RESO 2009-140: SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING/JULY 14, 2009 AT 7:05 P.M./TO RECEIVE PUBLIC INPUT REGARDING PROPOSED DECLARATION OF UNSAFE STRUCTURE/66 STILLWATER ROAD Mr. Finch moved for the following resolution: Be It Resolved: that the Town Board of the Town of Conklin schedules a Public Hearing on July 14, 2009, at 7:05 P.M. to receive public input regarding the proposed declaration of the structure located at 66 Stillwater Road to be unsafe under the Unsafe Buildings Law. Seconded by Mr. Minoia. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Yes. Motion passed unanimously. UNSAFE STRUCTURE/5 SHAW ROAD Attorney Aton stated that she had met with Attorney Mark Gorgos regarding the unsafe structure located at 5 Shaw Road and had drafted a letter to send to the property owners and their insurance company. Supervisor Preston instructed Ms. Aton to proceed with sending the letters, adding that she wants to move forward with demolition of the structure. LEASES FOR BUYOUT PROPERTIES The Town Board approved the lease agreement form with Exhibit A that was presented at the last Town Board meeting. Supervisor Preston stated that she will move forward with leasing the properties acquired through the 2006 Flood Buyout Program. BARRIER PROJECT/HOBART STONE & JULIUS ROGERS PARK Attorney Aton reported that court papers regarding the litigation with Hobart Stone over the barrier project to be constructed between Hobart Stone and Julius Rogers Park have been submitted to the judge and added that Mr. James Hobart should be served this week. GARDENS FOR CHOW Supervisor Preston reported that she met with representatives from CHOW (Community Hunger Outreach Warehouse) to look at the area in the Buyout properties where gardens will be planted to help supply food to those in need.
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING JUNE 9, 2009 NEW BUSINESS: WATER DISTRICT #6 Supervisor Preston stated that she wants to pay down the principal on Water District #6, adding that this will provide a savings to the residents of the water district. She added that Attorney Gorgos is researching this possibility. Attorney Aton will follow up with Attorney Gorgos on this issue. RETIREMENT/ELECTED & APPOINTED OFFICIALS Supervisor Preston stated that a new law will become effective within the next 45 days which will require elected and appointed officials to document the number of hours worked in order to establish credits towards their retirement payments. She stated that a resolution will be required and time worked and work activities will need to be documented. DISC GOLF Supervisor Preston reported that Attorney Gorgos is working with Mr. Delamarter to construct a nine-hole disc golf course at the Floyd L. Maines Community Center. She added that the Town has received a small grant to help cover the cost of this project and added that Mr. Gorgos is also donating money toward the project. Supervisor Preston stated that the Disc Golf Course will be operational by July 2009. She added that it wraps around the Community Center building and will not affect the layout of the Town Fair. RESO 2009-141: RATIFY PAYMENT/DEBRA PRESTON/MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT/MAY 1-29, 2009 Mr. Finch moved for the following resolution: Be It Resolved: that the Town Board of the Town of Conklin ratifies payment of check #8582, account code A1220.4, in the amount of $194.15 to Debra A. Preston for mileage reimbursement for the period May 1 through May 29, 2009. Seconded by Mr. Minoia. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Abstain. Motion carried: 4 – Yes, 1 – Abstain. RESO 2009-142: RATIFY PAYMENT/U.S. POSTAL SERVICE/POSTAGE FOR 2ND QUARTER WATER BILLINGS Mr. Minoia moved for the following resolution: Be It Resolved: that the Town Board of the Town of Conklin ratifies payment of check #8577, account code SW8310.4, in the amount of $252.00 to the U.S. Postal Service for postage for the 2nd Quarter water billings. Seconded by Mr. Bullock. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Yes. Motion passed unanimously. RESO 2009-143: RATIFY PAYMENT/BOARD OF ASSESSMENT REVIEW Mr. Bullock moved for the following resolution: Be It Resolved: that the Town Board of the Town of Conklin ratifies payment of the following listed checks, account code A1355.401, for the Board of Assessment Review:
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING JUNE 9, 2009 Check # 8585 8586 8587 8588 Name Mark Dedrick – Chairman Paul Preston – Member William Brodsky – Member Karen Twining – Secretary Amount $225.00 $175.00 $175.00 $150.00
Seconded by Mr. Francisco. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Abstain. Motion carried: 4 – Yes, 1 – Abstain. RESO 2009-144: RATIFY PAYMENT/TOWN OF CONKLIN POOL PETTY CASH Mr. Finch moved for the following resolution: Be It Resolved: that the Town Board of the Town of Conklin ratifies payment of check #8592, account code A211, in the amount of $50.00 to the Town of Conklin Pool petty cash. Seconded by Mr. Francisco. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Yes. Motion passed unanimously. RESO 2009-145: RATIFY PAYMENT/U.S. POSTAL SERVICE/POSTAGE FOR ANNUAL WATER REPORT Mr. Minoia moved for the following resolution: Be It Resolved: that the Town Board of the Town of Conklin ratifies payment of check #8593, account code SW8310.4, in the amount of $315.21 to the U.S. Postal Service for postage for the Annual Water Report. Seconded by Mr. Francisco. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Yes. Motion passed unanimously. RESO 2009-146: AUTHORIZE TRANSFER OF REMAINING FUNDS FROM HA (2006 FLOOD FUND) TO A (GENERAL FUND)/TOC-43, PW4632/PARK EQUIPMENT PURCHASE DUE TO FLOOD Mr. Bullock moved for the following resolution: Be It Resolved: that the Town Board of the Town of Conklin authorizes the transfer of the remaining funds from HA (2006 Flood Fund) to A (General Fund) in the amount of $27,669.21 for TOC-43, PW4632, park equipment purchased due to the 2006 Flood. Seconded by Mr. Finch. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Yes. Motion passed unanimously. RESO 2009-147: AUTHORIZE PAYMENT OF CLAIMS #428-528 FOR 2009 Mr. Bullock moved for the following resolution: Be It Resolved: that the Town Board of the Town of Conklin authorizes payment of the following claims #428 - #528 for the year 2009 in the total amount of $64,106.82: General Highway Buyout (HB) Light Districts $38,435.55 7,749.58 1,590.30 2,132.21
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING JUNE 9, 2009 Sewer District 1 Water District Total 4,763.66 9,435.52 $64,106.82
Seconded by Mr. Francisco. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Yes. Motion passed unanimously. RESO 2009-148: AUTHORIZE APPROPRIATION OF INCREASED REVENUE DUE TO REFUND OF PRIOR YEAR EXPENDITURES CAUSED BY 2006 FLOOD COMPARED TO APPROPRIATIONS Mr. Bullock moved for the following resolution: Be It Resolved: that the Town Board of the Town of Conklin authorizes the appropriation of increased revenue due to the refund of prior year expenditures caused by the 2006 Flood compared to appropriations (see attached). Seconded by Mr. Francisco. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Yes. Motion passed unanimously. RESO 2009-149: APPROVE HIRING/LIFEGUARDS/AT SALARY NOTED/2009 SUMMER SEASON Mr. Francisco moved for the following resolution: Be It Resolved: that the Town Board of the Town of Conklin approves the hiring of the following lifeguards at the salaries noted for the 2009 Summer season: Lifeguards Justin K. Kilmer Whitney L. Huntley 2008 $7.50/Hour $8.00/Hour 2009 $7.75/Hour $8.25/Hour
Seconded by Mr. Minoia. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia – Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Yes. Motion passed unanimously. NOTICES FOR GRASS LAW Attorney Aton stated that the notices for Mr. Jones to post regarding the newly adopted “Grass Law” have been approved. UPDATE ON 381 PIERCE CREEK ROAD Mr. Bullock asked about an update on the unsafe barn structure located at 381 Pierce Creek Road and Supervisor Preston replied that the Public Hearing on this structure will continue on June 23, 2009. NO RECREATIONAL VEHICLES/LEASE AGREEMENT Mr. Francisco stated that since the newly approved lease agreement for the Buyout properties stipulates no recreational vehicles to be used on the properties, the situation on the corner of Terrace Drive will need to be resolved. In this case, the owner of the recreational vehicle has not leased the Town-owned land, but parks his recreational vehicle on the property anyway. Supervisor Preston stated that this is an ongoing problem.
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING JUNE 9, 2009 MORE ON 381 PIERCE CREEK ROAD Mr. Finch commented that no more progress has been seen on the barn structure located at 381 Pierce Creek Road, after the initial repairs were begun. Ms. Aton stated that she will e-mail the property owners’ attorney. Supervisor Preston stated that Town Engineer Dan Griffiths would need to inspect the barn structure before the June 23 meeting. JUNKYARD AT SOUTH END OF TOWN Mr. Finch asked about the junk yard at the south end of Town, stating that he has been told that it is “grandfathered in,” but noting that it is increasing in size. He added that a similar operation on Fallbrook Road was required to construct a fence around the vehicles on the property. Ms. Aton stated that it seems that the junk yard is unsafe for emergency vehicles to have access and stated that she will talk to Conklin Volunteer Fire Department Fire Chief George Frailey to verify that concern. POTENTIAL BUYER FOR LAND OPPOSITE TOWN HALL Mr. Finch asked if the Town Board would consider selling the property located across Conklin Road from the Town Hall, since Mr. Chad Hrehor has abandoned his plan to construct an artificial ice rink on that property. Mr. Finch stated that he has a potential buyer for the property who would be willing to pay between $12,000 and $15,000 for it, with the goal of leaving the property undeveloped as is its current condition. He stated that stipulations could be written into the sale agreement to prevent future development of the property. Ms. Aton stated that the potential buyer should submit his or her proposal in writing to the Board. Supervisor Preston stated that any potential buyer would need to pay for the survey of the land, adding that she feels $15,000, with price to include the price of the survey, would be a fair price. CONCERTS IN THE PARK Town Clerk Sherrie Jacobs reminded those present that the Concerts in the Park series begins on Wednesday, June 17, 2009, with the band “The Shambles” playing at 7:00 P.M. The Conklin Fair Committee sells refreshments at the Concerts in the Park to benefit the Town Fair. RESO 2009-150: AUTHORIZE SUPERVISOR/ENTER AGREEMENT/TOWN OF KIRKWOOD/SUMMER 2009 ARTS & CRAFTS PROGRAM Mr. Bullock moved for the following resolution: Be It Resolved: that the Town Board of the Town of Conklin authorizes the Supervisor to enter an agreement with the Town of Kirkwood to provide an Arts and Crafts program for children from both municipalities for the 2009 Summer season. Seconded by Mr. Francisco. VOTE: Bullock – Yes, Minoia - Yes, Francisco – Yes, Finch – Yes, Preston – Yes. Motion passed unanimously. MEETING REGARDING GAS DRILLING Supervisor Preston stated that she had received a letter from Charlotte Schotanus of Port Road, Binghamton, inviting the Town Board to attend a meeting regarding gas drilling hosted by the Binghamton Regional Sustainability Coalition, however, the flier providing details about the meeting was not included. MOCK DWI CRASH AT SV HIGH SCHOOL Fire Chief George Frailey stated that he is aware that the Town received several phone calls regarding the mock DWI crash held recently at the Susquehanna Valley High School, but stated that the Fire Department has no part in planning this event, which he stated is sponsored by the
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING JUNE 9, 2009 school district and SADD (Students Against Drunk Driving). Mr. Frailey added that he believes this is a very valuable program for the school community. NIMS CERTIFICATE Supervisor Preston reminded Mr. Bullock that she still needs his NIMS certificate for emergency response preparedness. There being no further business to come before the Board, Mr. Bullock moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Finch. The meeting adjourned at 8:10 P.M. Respectfully submitted,
Sherrie L. Jacobs Town Clerk