September 14, 2020 Regular Meeting
Mayor James M. Jaroszynski
Trustee J. Michael Steele
Trustee Timothy Dunn
Trustee Alan Gustafson, Jr.
Trustee Kipp Reynolds
Gregory Peterson, Attorney
Anna L. Fales, Village Clerk
Lawrence Trask, Treasurer
Bryce Webster, Fire Chief
W. Robert Morris, Code Enforcement Officer
Carl Caprino, DPW Superintendent
Laurie Becker, Library Director
The regular meeting of the Village of Falconer Mayor and Board of Trustees was held on Monday, September 14, 2020 at 7:00 P.M. in the Falconer Public Library with Mayor James Jaroszynski presiding. All COVID-19 protocols were followed.
Pledge of Allegiance & Roll:
Trustee Steele, Trustee Dunn, Trustee Gustafson, Trustee Reynolds and Mayor Jaroszynski were all present.
Visitors
Dr. Mary Fales, representing the Boy Scouts, requested the use of Davis Park this coming Saturday for Boy Scout sign-ups and information. Dr. Fales assured the board that COVID safety protocols and social distancing would be followed.
Resolution # 28-2020-Trustee Steele made a motion, seconded by Trustee Reynolds, to approve the use of Davis park by the Boy Scouts on Saturday, September 19, 2020. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried.
Anthony Cavallaro, Fire Department Advisory Board and Truck committee member; Joseph Taylor, 25 E. Falconer Street; and Avery Faulkner, village DPW employee, were all present to observe the proceedings.
Minutes
Trustee Steele made a motion, seconded by Trustee Dunn, to approve the minutes of August 10, 2020 meeting of the Mayor and Board of Trustees as written. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Abstain, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried.
Fire Chief
The chief’s August report was reviewed and noted that the department responded to 66 EMS, 3 fire, 2 service calls, 1 MVA, 8 false fire alarms, 2 care fires, 1 false medical alarm, and 2 trees/wires down calls, totaling 85 calls in August.
Mutual Aid Breakdown- August
Given: Jamestown-21, Frewsburg-12, Kennedy-2, Kiantone-1, Fluvanna-1: totaling 37
Received: Jamestown-1, Kennedy-5, Kiantone-2: totaling 8.
Chief Webster received notice that the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation awarded the fire department with a grant for $3,700 for the purchase of a new EMS Cascade System.
The fire department annual physicals are scheduled for September 28th.
The fire department has ordered 6 foldable Indian tanks, 1000` of ¾” hose, 4 nozzles, rakes and hoses of forestry equipment which was funded, in part, by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation grant.
Trustee Steele recommended 2 individuals for membership into the Hook and Ladder. Both individuals are transfers from other departments, are air pack certified, have clear background checks and the FFD is in possession of copies of their current physicals.
Resolution # 29-2020-Trustee Steele made a motion, seconded by Trustee Dunn, to approve Michael Rogers for membership into the Hook and Ladder, pending approval by fire department membership at their October meeting. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried.
Resolution # 30-2020-Trustee Steele made a motion, seconded by Trustee Dunn, to approve Josh Sweatman for membership into the Hook and Ladder, pending approval by fire department membership at their October meeting. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried.
The fire department has purchased an ID system. ID’s will be provided to all fire personnel, employees and board members for security purposes, especially in the event of an emergency situation.
The truck committee has requested approval to replace engine 401E & the Jaws of Life apparatus through the government cooperative purchasing program called Sourcewell. Sourcewell will manage the solicitation requirements for the competitive bid. There is no cost to join the consortium however, there is a $2000 fee for their bid services. In return, Sourcewell guarantees a 2% discount off the lowest bid.
Resolution # 31-2020-Trustee Dunn made a motion, seconded by Trustee Steele, to authorize the fire advisory board to hire the Sourcewell consortium to manage the combined bid to replace E401 and the fixed system extractor (Jaws of Life) for a total of $2000.00. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried.
Code Enforcement
The August code officer report was reviewed. It was noted that 8(61-YTD) -$185.00 ($1,321.00-YTD) building permits were issued, 1 (1-YTD) building inspections were performed, 0 (14-YTD) certificates of occupancy were issued, 1 (7-YTD) certificates of compliance, 20 (222-YTD) phone calls/personal contact/emails were addressed, 2 (45-YTD) complaints received/actions taken, 0 (19-YTD) notices of violations mailed, 0 (5-YTD) notice of violations resolved, 0 stop work order issued, and 0 stop work order resolved.
CEO Morris reported that he completed Part E of the NYS code enforcement classes this week. Part F will be held the week of 10/5/2020 which will complete Mr. Morris’s certification requirements.
Department of Public Works
The DPW report was reviewed for the period August 10, 2020-September 13, 2020.
Superintendent Caprino introduced Avery Faulkner who has been appointed by Mayor Jaroszynski to the position of Deputy DPW Superintendent.
Mayor Jaroszynski commended the DPW department for their efficient clean-up of the recent storm damage.
Library
The August library report was reviewed. This month the library received $64.00 (copies), $3.00 (fines), $789.00 (Book Sales), $351 gifts & donations, and $375.00 (CCLS Summer Reading Program Grant).
The library continues to engage readers of all ages through creative activities, such as “Book and Cook”.
The Falconer Region Community Fund recently awarded the FPL with a grant to create their own Story Walks, which will enable greater flexibility in their placement and allow a greater variety of stories to display.
Committees:
Legal:
Mr. Peterson reported that the Goodwill case concluded and was successfully resolved on August 18, 2020 in the TOE court.
Animal Control:
The animal control report was reviewed for July 2020-3 complaints were addressed. One was unfounded and 1 was turned over to the TOE police department.
Historian:
Mrs. Cavallaro has returned and will be coming in more often now that COVID restrictions are lifting.
Farmers Market:
Trustee Reynold’s will look into collaborating with JRC (Jamestown). He will contact their market manager.
Finance:
Treasurer Trask reported that the 2nd quarter sales tax was down 20%. A reduction of $19,250. He said that he received notice that the NYS retirement payments will possibly increase by up to 16.2 %, which would then be over budget $500.
Resolution # 32-2020-Trustee Dunn made a motion, seconded by Trustee Steele, authorizing the closure of the Clerk/Treasurer Office for NYCOM training September 22-24, 2020. It was further approved that Clerk Fales, Treasurer Trask and DPW Superintendent Caprino, if they choose to do so, enroll in NYCOM’s virtual training schools at a cost of $99.00 each. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried. It was suggested that the mayor and board also participate in NYCOM training if available.
Planning & Zoning:
The board was presented with draft copies of the updated Zoning Code, Zoning Map and Zoning Fees, as approved by the village planning board on September 8, 2020. The board was asked to review the documents in anticipation initiating the process of local law approval at the October meeting. Clerk Fales was asked to send a copy of the highlighted revisions made by Ingall’s Planning and Design for board review prior to the October meeting. Discussions regarding “lock box” requirements were tabled until the October meeting.
Resolution # 33-2020-Trustee Steele made a motion, seconded by Trustee Gustafson, to approve the appointment of Carmella Catanese to the village Planning Board. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried.
Old Business:
- Superintendent Caprino said he requested a contract from the county for use of the county fuel hub. The county stated that they simply provide key FOB’s to participating entities; they do not provide written contacts. Mayor Jaroszynski would like to lock in the price with a contract.
- Trustee Gustafson gave a brief update regarding the village webpage. He said he now has 2 years of board minutes that he can post and will also be posting PDF’s of all code enforcements applications and permits.
- Mayor Jaroszynski asked everyone to remind friends and neighbors to participate in the 2020 US Census, if they haven’t already done so.
New Business:
- The status of Trick or Treat in the village was discussed and tabled until the October meeting.
- The community building will remain closed to outside users until further notice.
- Mayor Jaroszynski is looking to form committees for the betterment of the village such as: beautification, Pine Hill Cemetery, recreation, and the farmer’s market.
- The October Board meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 15th at 7 pm, due to the Columbus Day holiday.
Correspondence
The board received letters of disclosure from Treasurer Trask, stating that he has hired Brenton Yager to do tree work on his Clyde Street property. Trustee Gustafson disclosed that his father, Alan Gustafson Sr., is employed on an as needed basis in the village in the code enforcement office.
Abstracts
Motion: It is moved by Trustee Dunn and seconded by Trustee Steele that Abstract #4, General Fund in the amount of $ 41,664.21 be approved for payment. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried
Motion: It is moved by Trustee Gustafson and seconded by Trustee Reynolds that Abstract #4, Cemetery Fund in the amount of $ 184.99 be approved for payment. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried
Motion: It is moved by Trustee Reynolds and seconded by Trustee Gustafson that Abstract #4, Library Fund in the amount of $ 1,867.49 be approved for payment. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried
Motion: It is moved by Trustee Steele and seconded by Trustee Dunn that Abstract #4, General Fund Hand Items in the amount of $ 39,885.05 be approved for payment. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried
Adjourn to Executive Session
Trustee Steele made a motion, seconded by Trustee Reynolds, to adjourn into executive session at 8:26 pm to discuss personnel matter. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried
No formal actions were taken.
Trustee Steele made a motion, seconded by Trustee Dunn to exit the executive session at 8:53pm. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried
Trustee Reynolds made a motion, seconded by Trustee Gustafson, to adjourn the meeting at 8:83 pm. Roll: Steele: Aye, Dunn: Aye, Gustafson: Aye, Reynolds: Aye, and Jaroszynski: Aye. Nays: None. Carried
(Exec Session notes as provided by Trustee Gustafson)
Respectfully submitted,
Anna Fales, Village Clerk