Minutes

March 13, 2015
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FEBRUARY 12, 2015

The regular meeting of the Town of Hartland, County of Niagara, State of New York, was held on the above date at the Town Hall, 8942 Ridge Road, Gasport convening at 7:30 p.m.

Members present:

Supervisor W. Ross Annable
Councilman F. David Snyder
Daniel Hill
Joseph Reed
Brian Gross
Attorney Brian Seaman
Highway Sup't Keith Hurtgam
Hghwy. Administrative Asst Janet Slack

Attended by: Sign in sheet attached

Supervisor Annable called the meeting to order with all present standing for the pledge to the flag.

Minutes

RESOLUTION 29-2015

MOTION by Councilman Reed, seconded by Councilman Gross to adopt the minutes of the January 8, 2015 meeting as presented.

Ayes:   5          Nays:   0          CARRIED

RESOLUTION 30-2015

MOTION by Councilman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Hill to adopt the minutes of the February 8, 2015 Special Meeting as presented.

Ayes:   5          Nays:   0          CARRIED

February 12, 2015

Abstract of Bills

RESOLUTION 31-2015

MOTION by Councilman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Hill resolved that the following bills, as prepared by the Clerk and having been reviewed by the Town Board, be authorized for payment in the following amounts:

Voucher #'s 201500029 - 201500073 &  201500075- 2015000111
201500074 DB- 12953.70 - February 8, 2015
General 24556.93
OWD 6860.96
Highway 64229.96
Refuse 18910.18
Fire 169566.00
Ayes:   5          Nays:   0          ADOPTED

HIGHWAY REPORT: Read and filed

Superintendent Hurtgam reported on salt use and the status of the DEC permit from Soil and Water.

Hurtgam reviewed all bids for Lowbed Trailer, explaining that the lowest bids from Vantage Equipment did not meet all the specifications, so it was recommended that Etnyre, whose bid was next lowest and met the specifications of the bid, be accepted.

One New and Unused 2015 or Newer Model Year 35-ton Capacity Lowbed Trailer

RESOLUTION 32-2015

WHEREAS, sealed bids for a New and Unused 2015 or Newer Model Year 35-ton Capacity Lowbed Trailer were publicly advertised, and

WHEREAS, four bids for a New and Unused 2015 or Newer Model Year 35-ton Capacity Lowbed Trailer have been received and considered, and

WHEREAS, the bid documents contained the provision, at the Town's option, of decking on said trailer, and

February 12, 2015

WHEREAS, the proposal of Vantage Equipment LLC is non-responsive because it does not meet the specifications in regards to the gooseneck support cylinder and hydraulic lift cylinders, and did not respond to the specification for the NY Strobe amber light package, and

WHEREAS, the lowest responsible bidder is E.D. Etnyre & Co., both with and without the decking option, and that it submitted a responsive bid,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the bid of Vantage Equipment LLC is rejected as non-responsive to the specifications, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, the bid of E.D. Etnyre be accepted with the decking option, in the amount of $68,052.00 and that a Notice of Award be made by the Superintendent of Highways.

MOTION by Supervisor Annable, seconded by Councilman Snyder to award bid to the lowest responsible bidder, Etnyre,

Ayes:   5          Nays:   0          CARRIED

Surplus equipment to Auction

RESOLUTION 33-2015

MOTION by Councilman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Gross to declare old highway equipment as surplus and sell at auction

Ayes:   5          Nays:   0          CARRIED

Surplus parts and manuals

RESOLUTION 34-2015

MOTION by Councilman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Gross to declare old parts and service manuals as surplus and to sell online

Ayes:   5          Nays:   0          CARRIED

Purchase 2015 John Deere 6105M Cab Tractor

RESOLUTION 35-2015

MOTION by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Snyder to purchase a 2015 John Deere 6105M Cab Tractor from NYS bid #PC66597 for $72,682.61

Ayes:   5          Nays:   0          CARRIED

February 12, 2015

As per January 8, 2015 approval, Town will advertise for bids on a boom mower for the John Deere tractor.

WATER REPORT Read and filed
ASSESSOR / CEO REPORTS Read and filed
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION None
OLD BUSINESS None
Supervisor requested a work session to discuss the LIME Energy project and possible wind energy.

Hartland is now registered as a NY State Collection Site for electronic recycling.  The location of the site will be 3542 Wruck Road, registration number is # 01088.    The electronic waste will be collected by SunnKing  NYS #00002.  Annual reports will be filed with NYSDEC, Hartland's first report will be due March 1, 2016.  Supervisor Annable appointed Superintendent Keith Hurtgam as the primary contact person.  Hurtgam reported that the first drop off date will coincide with the annual tire drop off.

NEW BUSINESS:

Proclamation for Jack McQueen

Hartland resident and WWII Veteran, Jack McQueen was recently honored by the French Government for his aid in liberating the French people during WWII.  It is with honor and thankfulness that the Town of Hartland recognizes Jack for his service.  Several members of the Gasport American Legion Post #1253, as well as friends and family were in attendance for this presentation.  All enjoyed cake and congratulations following the meeting.

Proclamation

Whereas,        Jack McQueen, a Hartland native, having helped  with the liberation the French people during World War II and earning the high honor of the Bronze Star and,

Whereas,        Jack McQueen has been recognized by the French Government with one of the highest honors and was presented with the Legion d`Honneur Chevalier medal and,

Whereas,        Jack McQueen came back to his hometown and worked for the United States Postal Service for 30 years, and

February 12, 2015

Whereas,        Jack McQueen has given of his time serving his community as a volunteer for the Meals on Wheels program, a member of the Gasport American Legion Post #1253, the Hartland Historical Society, as well as an active member of the Hartland United Methodist Church, and

Whereas,     Jack is devoted to his family, caring and nurturing, giving wisdom and love, and

Whereas,     Jack is a true gentleman, humble and honest, a true Patriot and friend to all, and

Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Town Board of the Town of Hartland recognizes our own Jack McQueen, a true American hero and offer our congratulations and sincere appreciation for all of his many accomplishments,

And be it further enacted that the Clerk of the Town of Hartland, Cynthia S. Boyler, be directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this Resolution to the Supervisor of the Town of Hartland.

Signed this 12th day of February, 2015
                                                      
W. Ross Annable, Supervisor

Introduction of Local Laws

A Local Law amending the "Licensing, Identification and Control of Dogs" provision of Chapter 66 of the Code of the Town of Hartland.

 Said local law, Section 66-3 - Habitual loud howling or barking, Section 66-4 General regulations and restrictions, Section 66-8 - Number of dogs permitted, and Section 66-9 - Enforcement.

RESOLUTION 36-2015

MOTION by Councilman Reed, seconded by Councilman Gross to set the Public Hearing for the Local Law amending Chapter 66 of the Code of Hartland, pertaining to Licensing, Identification and Control of Dogs for March 12, 2015 at 7:30 pm

Ayes:   5          Nays:   0          CARRIED

A Local Law amending the "Regulations and restrictions applying to ponds" provision of Chapter 144 of the Code of the Town of Hartland

Said Local Law, Section 144-40 (B) (7) dealing with earth materials excavated for the construction of ponds.

February 12, 2015

RESOLUTION 37-2015

MOTION by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Snyder to set the Public Hearing for the Local Law amending Section 144-40 (B) (7) pertaining to the excavation of earth materials from the construction of ponds for March 12, 2015 at 7:30 pm.

Ayes:   5          Nays:   0          CARRIED

A Local Law prohibiting the use of vehicles for storage and the parking of unregistered truck trailers in the Town of Hartland

Said Local Law, Section 105-10 amending the Use of vehicles as storage, parking of unregistered trailers prohibited.

RESOLUTION 38-2015

MOTION by Councilman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Reed to set the Public Hearing for the Local Law amending Section 105-10 pertaining to the use of vehicles as storage, parking of unregistered trailers prohibited for March 12, 2015 at 7:30 pm.

Ayes:   5          Nays:   0          CARRIED

Approval of Fire Company Schedule of Events

RESOLUTION 39-2015

MOTION by Councilman Hill, seconded by Councilman Gross to approve the schedule of events for the Hartland Volunteer Fire Company Inc.

Ayes:   5          Nays:   0          CARRIED   Schedule attached

Adjournment

RESOLUTION 40-2015

MOTION by Councilman Reed, seconded by Councilman Hill that since there is no further business to come before the board, the meeting be adjourned at   7:50 p. m.

Ayes:   5          Nays:   0          CARRIED

Respectfully submitted:

  • Cynthia S. Boyler Town Clerk                                                            
Next scheduled regular meeting will be March 12, 2015 at 7:30 pm