The Organizational Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Orchard Park, Erie County, New York was
held at the Municipal Building at Orchard Park, New York on the 5th day of January 2000, at 8:00 PM (local
time) and there were
PRESENT AT ROLL CALL: Toni M. Cudney Supervisor
John J. Mills Councilman David M. Buyer Councilman
Nancy W. Ackerman Councilwoman
Steven P. McCarville Councilman Janis A. Colarusso Town Clerk
Before the Organizational Meeting began, Supervisor Cudney made the following statement: “Today as we being the swearing in, or as we have finished the swearing in of those who serve, I would like to begin the official ceremony of the 21st Century in dedication and honor to those people whom we serve first and foremost, the people of this community. Let us all be reminded today of who we serve and dedicate ourselves to work together. Let us also seek out the many and diverse voices in our community and let us listen to the challenges that they give us and take action that is needed. Those who walk only in the paths of others will never make their own footsteps. Let’s make our own footsteps in Orchard Park in 2000, the first year of the 21st Century.”
1) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Supervisor, Town Clerk, Receiver of Taxes, Justice of the Peace, and Town Superintendent of Highways, before entering upon the duties of his or her office, shall execute and file in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Erie, an official undertaking, conditioned for the faithful performance of his or her duties, in the sum of Fifty Thousand Dollars ($ 50,000.00).
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
2) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the appointment of Edward Pace to Deputy Supervisor is hereby approved by the Town Board for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
3) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby appoints the Supervisor Budget Director for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
4) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Leonard Berkowitz, is hereby appointed Town Attorney for the Town of Orchard Park for a two (2) year term ending December 31, 2001.
Before the vote was taken Councilman Buyer stated he would agree to the appointment of Mr. Berkowitz, only because the majority of the board recommends him, but he does feel the legal department needs improvement. He stated the next appointment of Jeffrey Abate, for Deputy Town Attorney, will enhance areas of the legal department with his strong work ethics and the willingness to do extensive legal work when needed.
Supervisor Cudney Nay
Councilman Mills Aye
Councilman Buyer Aye
Councilwoman Ackerman Aye
Councilman McCarville Aye
The resolution was duly adopted.
5) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Jeffrey J. Abate is hereby appointed Deputy Town Attorney for the Town of Orchard Park, at the salary as stipulated in the budget, for the Year 2000.
Before the vote was taken Councilman McCarville stated he was very pleased to make this appointment. He has known Jeff and his wife since Junior High. He stated Jeff grew up in Orchard Park and he believes that Jeff will be an asset to the Town. He definitely is a gentleman and a scholar.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
6) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Michael R. Merritt, P.C., is hereby appointed Town Engineer for the Town of Orchard
Park for a two- (2) year term ending December 31, 2001.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
7) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Deborah L. Ellsworth is hereby appointed Secretary to the Supervisor for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
8) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Nancy Hart is hereby appointed Town Prosecutor for the Town of Orchard Park, at the salary as stipulated in the budget for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
9) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Deloitte & Touche, LLC, is hereby retained as Accountants for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
10) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board is hereby authorized to direct the Supervisor to Sign the Agreement with Deloitte & Touche, LLC, as Accountants for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
11) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the following standing committee assignments and liaison assignments are hereby approved and that the first Town Board Member named for said committee shall be Chairman.
Highway: Councilman McCarville & Councilman Mills
Building & Grounds: Councilman Mills & Councilman Buyer
Insurance: Supervisor Cudney & Councilman Buyer
Ethics Committee: Councilwoman Ackerman & Councilman McCarville
Parks & Recreation: Councilman McCarville & Councilman Buyer
Street Lighting: Councilman Mills & Councilwoman Ackerman
Purchasing: Supervisor Cudney & Councilman McCarville
Youth: Councilwoman Ackerman & Councilman Buyer
Dare: Councilman Buyer & Councilwoman Ackerman
Personnel: Supervisor Cudney, Councilman Mills & Councilman Buyer
Library: Councilwoman Ackerman & Councilman Buyer
Sewer Management: Supervisor Cudney & Councilman Mills
Police: Supervisor Cudney & Councilman Mills
Refuse/Recycling: Councilwoman Ackerman & Councilman Mills
Tree Planting: Councilman McCarville & Councilwoman Ackerman
Economic Development & Planning: Councilman Buyer & Councilwoman Ackerman
Cable TV: Councilman Buyer & Councilman McCarville
Safety & Training: Councilman McCarville & Supervisor Cudney
LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS
Ethics Board: Councilwoman Ackerman
Conservation Board: Councilwoman Ackerman
Planning Board: Councilman Buyer
Public Safety Committee: Councilman McCarville
Recreation Commission: Councilman Buyer
Tree Conservancy: Councilwoman Ackerman
Village Board: Councilman McCarville
Zoning Board of Appeals: Councilman Mills
Before the vote was taken Supervisor Cudney stated this year the Town Board Members added one more committee, Safety & Training.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
12) FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Ronald Ehlers is hereby appointed Crew Chief of the Special Improvement Districts in the Town of Orchard Park for all Water Districts and extensions thereof and all Sanitary Sewer Districts and Extensions thereof for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
13) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Janis Colarusso is hereby appointed Clerk of all Special Improvement Districts for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
14) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED that the appointment of Kathleen A. Swarbrick as Deputy Town Clerk & Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics, as requested by the Town Clerk, is hereby approved for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
15) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the appointment of Marie C. Carruthers as Deputy Town Clerk & Sub-Registrar of Vital Statistics, as requested by the Town Clerk, is hereby approved for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
16) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, each Department Head, Elected and/or Appointed, shall be the Records Access Officer for their particular department under the direction of the Records Management Officer/Town Clerk for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
17) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION AS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED IT ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Records Advisory Board shall appoint and consist of the Town Supervisor, Deputy Supervisor, Town Attorney, Town Clerk and Town Historian in accordance with the State Archives and Records Management Administration (SARA) for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
18) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the appointment of Mary Perram as Deputy Receiver of Taxes and Assessment is hereby approved for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
19) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED that Beverly Wachowiak is hereby appointed Part-time Clerk to the Receiver of Taxes for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
20) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the appointment as requested by the Highway Superintendent, for Deputy Superintendent of Highway, Paul J. Rappl, at the salary as stipulated in the budget, is hereby approved for the year 2000, and be it further
RESOLVED, that Jerry Henning, Michael Reichert and Ernie Matthews be named Working Crew Chiefs in the Highway Department.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
21) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Tad Beale is hereby appointed Maintenance Crew Chief for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
22) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Anna Willems is hereby appointed Recreation Specialist, for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
23) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Dennis Buczkowski is hereby appointed Dog Control Officer for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
24) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED that Richard Huff, Anthony Rosati and Robert Praczkajlo are hereby appointed Deputy Dog Control Officer(s) for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
25) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Robert Stasio is hereby appointed Part-time Fire/Code Enforcement Officer for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
26) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Councilman John Mills is hereby appointed the Affirmative Action Officer for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
27) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Councilwoman Nancy Ackerman is hereby appointed as the Americans with Disability Act Coordinator for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
28) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Jacqueline Kaczor is hereby appointed Bingo Inspector for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
29) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that all Town Board Members are hereby appointed Fire Wardens for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
30) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Kurt Buranich is hereby appointed Disaster Coordinator for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
31) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that John Printy is hereby appointed Town Historian for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
32) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Elizabeth Dunning, Court Clerk and Kathleen A. Swarbrick, 1st Deputy Town Clerk, are hereby appointed Marriage Officer(s) for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
33) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Jack Shanahan is hereby appointed Recreation Director for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
34) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Supervisor to sign the Agreement with Lucy Curly & Company as Grant Writer & Consultant to the Town of Orchard Park, for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
35) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Supervisor to sign the agreement with the Aqua Tech Environmental, Inc., to act as Green Lake Water Quality Management Consultants for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
36) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the following personnel to attend the Association of Towns Conference in New York City, February 20th – 23rd, 2000; Town Board Members, Town Clerk, Town Attorney, Deputy Town Attorney, Town Engineer, Town Justice (1), Receiver of Taxes, and the Chief of Police, and be it further
RESOLVED, that any Town Employee attending a conference authorized by the Town Board be allowed an expense account of not more that $65.00 per day, not including travel or housing.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
37) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board is hereby designating Councilman Mills as, Delegate and Councilwoman Ackerman as, Alternate Delegate, to the 2000 Association of Towns Conference at New York City , at Town Expense.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
38) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that all salaries as set forth in the Wage Scale for non-union employees whose salaries are included in the General Fund, Part Town Fund and Special Districts Fund are hereby adopted for the year 2000, and be it further
RESOLVED, that a copy of set forth Wage Scale be attached to these minutes.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
39) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that paydays for all employees, including Elected Officials be and are hereby established on a biweekly basis, and be it further
RESOLVED, that biweekly payrolls be and are hereby authorized to begin on January 14, 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
40) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the official depositories for the Town of Orchard Park funds for the Year 2000 are hereby authorized as follows: Chase Bank, Key Bank & Fleet Bank.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
41) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that all Town Offices & Department Heads are directed to make daily deposits in designated depositories on all monies received.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
42) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the mileage rate of $ .32 per mile is hereby established for the Town Personnel when their private vehicles are used for official business for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
43) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, the following Daily Bank and/or Petty Cash funds are hereby authorized for the following:
$ 100.00 Town Clerk
$ 400.00 Receiver of Taxes
$ 100.00 Police Department
$ 100.00 Town Justice
$ 30.00 Recreation Department
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
44) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Highway Superintendent is hereby authorized to make purchases, pursuant to the procurement policy as adopted by the Town Board, subject to review or according to permissible legislation, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Sewer and Water Department is hereby authorized to make purchases for equipment, tools and supplies to the extent of $ 250.00 without prior authorization from the Town Board, subject to review or according to permissible legislation.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
45) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that all Departments Heads (except the Highway Superintendent) are hereby directed to use
Purchase Orders, supplied by the Supervisor, on all purchases $25.00 and over.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
46) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the filing of the Supervisor’s Annual Report, with the Town Clerk, is hereby directed within sixty (60) days following the close of the Year 1999, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby directed to publish a copy of the Supervisor’s Annual Report in summary form in the official paper within ten (10) days of said filing.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
47) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that all claims against the Town in the Year 2000, are hereby authorized only if made on the certified form stipulated under Section #118 of the Town Law and properly signed by the claimant and authorized by the individual Department Head.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
48) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board Meetings are hereby scheduled at 8:00 P.M. on the first (1) and third (3) Wednesday of each month, and the Work Sessions for the Town Board Members are hereby scheduled at 6:30 P.M., just before each Town Board Meeting and on the second (2), fourth (4), and possibly the fifth (5) Wednesday of each month at the Orchard Park Municipal Center, in the Town of Orchard Park, for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
49) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Employees Rules and Regulations and the Police Department Rules, Orders and Regulations now in effect be and are hereby adopted for the Year 2000 subject to review and advice of Counsel, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Employees revised rules and regulations are in effect for all nonunion Employees, and be it further
RESOLVED, Department Heads and/or Employees shall not change rules without the authorization of the Town Board.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
50) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Southtowns Citizen is hereby designated the Official Newspaper for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
51) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that all orders adopted by the Town Board in the matter of Speed and other Traffic Regulations in the Town of Orchard Park are hereby readopted for the Year 2000. These orders of Speed and other Traffic Regulations are filed in the Town Clerk’s Office.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
52) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the Water, Sewer and Road Specifications as now adopted by the Town Board be and are hereby readopted for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
53) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Sarah des Jardins is hereby appointed Part-time Planning Coordinator for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
54) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Marlene Peters is hereby appointed Part-time Clerk to the Zoning Board of Appeals & the Planning Board, for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
55) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Remy Orffeo is hereby appointed to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a five (5) year term ending December 31, 2004.
Before the vote was taken, Supervisor Cudney “thanked” Leon Zwolinski for all his dedicated work on the Zoning Board of Appeals. She stated his contribution and dedication has been greatly appreciated. Councilman Mills seconded the Supervisors comments. He also stated Mr. Orffeo is bringing a lot of background skills to the Board, as he was on the same board in the Town of Boston before moving to Orchard Park.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
56) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Henry Jarocha is hereby appointed Alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals to fill the vacancy, term ending December 31, 2002.
Before the vote was taken Councilwoman Ackerman stated Mr. Jarocha has served on the Zoning Board in the past, and has served with great honor and dignity. She stated there was a time Mr. Jarocha had to resign because his job took him elsewhere, but is now able to serve again. We shall have a fully functioning board with Mr. Jarocha and Mr. Orrfeo on board.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
57) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Arthur Coon is hereby designated Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals for the year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
58) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Paul Gregorie is hereby appointed to the Planning Board for a seven-(7) year term ending December 31, 2006.
Before the vote was taken, Councilman Buyer stated Mr. Gregorie has been serving as an Alternate to the Planning Board and he felt Mr. Gregorie was catching on very quickly. Councilman Buyer stated he was delighted Mr. Gregorie has accepted the appointment, which is being vacated by Ed Martindale. Mr. Martindale also has served on various committees including the Zoning Board, Public Safety Board and Planning Board. Councilman Buyer stated he felt we were losing a fine person in Mr. Martindale, but gaining with the respects of the appointment of Mr. Gregorie.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
59) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Michael Stock is hereby appointed Alternate to the Planning Board to fill the vacancy, term ending December 31, 2002.
Councilman McCarville stated he has worked with Mr. Stock for seven years when Mike was on the Village Board and he was a member of the Village Zoning Board of Appeals. He stated Mr. Stock has an excellent back ground which will bring a nice perspective as Alternate to the Planning Board.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
60) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Harold Fabinsky is hereby designated Chairman of the Planning Board for the year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
61) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Richard Schechter, Thomas Jaeger, and David Ward are hereby appointed to the Conservation Board for the Town of Orchard Park, for a two (2) year term ending December 31, 2001.
Before the vote was taken, Councilwoman Ackerman stated these three individuals have been working very productively on the Conservation Board and that the Town Board is delighted they want to continue.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
62) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that James Loesch is hereby designated Chairman of the Conservation Board for the Year 2000.
Before the vote was taken, Councilwoman Ackerman stated that Mr. Loesch has done an outstanding job. He has found grant monies for the Town of Orchard Park, and has initiated different procedures that have helped the Conservation Board. Supervisor Cudney echoed the same remarks.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
63) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Deborah L. Ellsworth is hereby appointed Secretary for the Conservation Board for the Year 2000.
Before the vote was taken, Supervisor Cudney stated because of health reason Sonia Loveless has to step down as Secretary to the Conservation Board. At this time she “thanked” Sonia for her time and dedication as Secretary to the Conservation Board. She stated Debbie, who is her secretary, attended her first meeting last night and did an excellent job.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
64) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the following are hereby appointed to the Public Safety Committee for the Year 2000: John Capriotto, Gregory Galloway, Craig Militello, Robert Simpson, James Story, William Szewc and Sally Wales.
Before the vote was taken, Councilman McCarville who is liaison to the Public Safety Committee, stated that this committee does serve an important function in the Town. He stated that there are numorous complaints (traffic signs, speed zones, etc.) from various neighborhoods that need to be researched and decisions need to be made.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
65) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Craig Militello is hereby designated Chairman of the Public Safety Committee for the Year 2000.
Before the vote was taken, Councilman McCarville stated Craig did a great job last year and is delighted he wants to serve again as Chairman to the Public Safety Committee.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
66) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Karen Barnas is hereby appointed Secretary for the Public Safety Committee for the Year 2000.
Before the vote was taken, Councilman McCarville “thanked” Karen for taking on this job once again. He knows there is much paper work for the Public Safety Committee that needs to be followed up on, and he is pleased she is handling it.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
67) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Eileen K. Ward, William Manley, Francis G. McNeary and Edward Starosielec are hereby appointed to the Orchard Park Economic Development Committee for the Year 2000.
Before the vote was taken, Supervisor Cudney recognized and “thanked” Ray Fabiniak and Nicholas Monafo who have served on this committee for many years. Mr. Fabiniak has served as Chairman since its conception. Supervisor Cudney also stated Eileen Ward historically is the first woman to serve on the Economic Development Committee. She stated Eileen is well regarded in the private sector and has been involved with many different organizations, therefore, her experience alone will be an asset to the Economic Development Committee.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
68) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the following are hereby appointed to the Ethics Board for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000: F. Stewart Crosley, Jr., Charles Harrington, George Knaisch, Michael R. Merritt and Dennis Jewell.
Before the vote was taken, Councilwoman Ackerman welcomed the newest member to the board, Dennis Jewell. She stated that she has known Mr. Jewell a long time and his contribution to the board will be an asset since he is dedicated to everything he touches. Councilman Mills echoed Councilwoman Ackerman’s remarks.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
69) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that George Knaisch is hereby designated Chairman of the Ethics Board for the Year 2000. ‘
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
70) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO
MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Justine LaFauve is hereby appointed Secretary of the Ethics Board for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
71) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the following are hereby appointed to the Insurance Broker Committee for the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000: Lorraine Biryla, Richard Gernold, Donald Litwin, Thomas Michaels, Herman Sapio and Raymond Stromecki, and be it further
RESOLVED, that each member of the Insurance Brokers Committee file a copy of their Insurance Brokers License with the Town Clerk within thirty (30) days of appointment.
Supervisor Cudney Aye
Councilman Mills Aye
Councilman Buyer Aye
Councilwoman Ackerman Aye
Councilman McCarville Abstain
Before the vote was taken, Councilman McCarville stated he would be abstaining from this vote do to his professional relationship with Litwin, Castle & Christ.
The resolution was duly adopted.
72) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Richard Gernold, is hereby designated Chairman of the Insurance Brokers Committee for the Year 2000.
Supervisor Cudney Aye
Councilman Mills Aye
Councilman Buyer Aye
Councilwoman Ackerman Aye
Councilman McCarville Abstain
Before the vote was taken, Councilman McCarville stated he would be abstaining from this vote do to his professional relationship with Litwin, Castle & Christ.
The resolution was duly adopted.
73) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Robert Fortenbaugh is hereby appointed to the Recreation Commission for the Town of Orchard Park for a seven (7) year term ending December 31, 2006.
Before the vote was taken, Councilman McCarville stated Bob has done a great job on the Recreation Commission and “thanked” him for his time and dedication.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
74) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Jane Bartlett is hereby designated Chairman of the Recreation Commission for the Year 2000.
Before the vote was taken, Councilman Buyer stated that Jane is one of the hardest working Board Chair they have. He commended Jane for bringing this committee into the 21st Century.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
75) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILWOMAN ACKERMAN, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that the following are hereby appointed to the Youth Board of the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000: Joan Holl, Bill Gehen, Sam McCune, Patrick Fitzgerald, Tom Buranich, John Shanahan, Catherine Russell and Matt Subuda.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
76) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR CUDNEY, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN MILLS, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Thomas McGinty is hereby appointed Director (part-time) of the Youth Bureau of the Town of Orchard Park for the Year 2000.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
77) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Margaret Witcher is hereby appointed to the Library Board for a five (5) year term ending December 31, 2004.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
78) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY COUNCILMAN McCARVILLE, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BUYER, TO WIT:
RESOLVED, that Dorothy Holmes is hereby appointed to the Library Board to fill the vacancy, term ending December 31, 2002.
Before the vote was taken, Councilman McCarville stated that Dorothy comes recommended by the current board members of the Library Board. He also stated he felt Dorothy would be a nice addition to the group.
The resolution was unanimously adopted.
At this time the Supervisor Cudney left the Town Board Members and the audience with the following quote: “A politician thinks of the next election. A statesmen thinks of the next generation. So let us dedicate this meeting to the year of being statesmen in the Town of Orchard Park.”
On motion by Supervisor Cudney, seconded by Councilwoman Ackerman, the 2000 Organizational Meeting for the Town of Orchard Park was adjourned at 8:55 P.M. (local time).
Respectfully submitted,
Janis A. Colarusso
Town Clerk of Orchard Park