PUBLIC HEARING – Extension of Moratorium on Wind Energy – August 9, 7:30pm

KENDALL TOWN BOARD – REGULAR MEETING – immediately following Kendall Town Hall, 1873 Kendall Road, Kendall, New York

PUBLIC PRESENT: Bob Nelson, Steve Rocco, Ken DeRoller, Kim Handley, Mary Crumb, Joyce Henry, Gert Hauck, Dawn Gardner, Ken Rush, Mary Ellen Seaman, Al Lofthouse, Bev Lofthouse, Barbara Flow, Marianne Wilson

CALL TO ORDER OF PUBLIC HEARING

Deputy Supervisor Pritchard called the Public Hearing to order at 7:33 p.m., and led the Pledge of Allegiance.

ROLL CALL

Councilman Gaesser present

Councilman Pritchard present

Councilman Schuth excused-vacation

Councilman Scroger present

Supervisor Vick excused-vacation

SUPERVISOR’S REMARKS

Deputy Supervisor Pritchard stated that Department Heads will be receiving their budget worksheets soon.

PUBLIC HEARING – EXTENSION OF MORATORIUM ON WIND ENERGY DERIVING TOWERS AND TRANSMISSION FACILITIES

Deputy Supervisor Pritchard read the tentative local law regarding the extension of the moratorium on wind energy deriving towers and transmission facilities, and opened the floor to public comment.

Steve Rocco, Lakeshore Road – asked for the history of wind energy consideration in Kendall.

Deputy Supervisor Pritchard explained that local landowners were approached by energy companies; no ordinances were in place to guide placement, decommissioning, etc., of any meteorological or energy-deriving towers; a moratorium was declared on any construction of such towers until rules could be put into place, during which the Planning Board has completed the ordinances governing Met Towers, and is continuing work on formulating regulations regarding wind farms. There have been no applications submitted for the erection of Met Towers in Kendall. Planning Board Chairman Bob Nelson informed those present that the wind-energy deriving towers are put in as a system of many, and so are not feasible in all areas.

Mary Crumb, Countyline Road – asked if the research done by the Planning Board is available to the public.

Deputy Supervisor Pritchard responded that the compilation is currently underway for the Board, and will be available when finished.

Joyce Henry, Bald Eagle Drive – expressed concern that the State is considering the passage of a law which would remove the control of these issues from local municipalities. Deputy Supervisor Pritchard said the Board has noted the situation, but has not discussed it in depth.

Ken DeRoller, Kendall Road – asked if the regulations for wind-driven generators could be put in place before the moratorium is over. Deputy Supervisor Pritchard responded affirmatively.

Deputy Supervisor Pritchard asked if there was anyone else wishing to speak. With no further public participation, he declared the Public Hearing closed at 7:48.

CALL REGULAR AUGUST TOWN BOARD MEETING TO ORDER

Deputy Supervisor Pritchard called the meeting to order at 7:49.

REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, BOARDS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS

§ Standing Committees

§ Public Safety/Emergency Services & Occupational Safety - C. Scroger, Chair – no report

§ Highway - C. Scroger, Chair – no report

§ Buildings, & Grounds – W. Vick, Chair – gas leak was detected by our meter; RG&E responded, replaced part of the meter; no dangerous situation

§ Planning, Zoning & Agriculture - D. Schuth, Chair – no report

§ Community Relations – D. Schuth, Chair – no report

§ Human Resources and Ethics - C. Scroger, Chair – sexual harassment training will be required for Town employees

§ Finance, Taxes & Special Districts - W. Vick, Chair – nothing to report

§ Information Services - D. Pritchard, Chair – failure of Justice Court’s computer; no data lost; weather may be affecting the computers

§ Employee Benefits - W. Vick, Chair – nothing to report

§ Culture & Recreation – D. Pritchard, Chair – nothing to report

§ Boards

§ Planning Board - R. Nelson, Chair – written report submitted

§ Zoning Board - K. Banker – no report

Department Heads

• Assessor - K. DeRoller – written report submitted
• Code Enforcement - S. Hardenbrook – written report submitted
• Highway - W. Kruger – busy with road sealing, ditches on Norway Road, W. Kendall Rd. leveling, meeting with Mr. Brenna concerning Banner Beach Road dedication, currently settling last winter’s “snow bills”
• Historian - J. Knapp – no report
• Recreation - Barb Flow – written report submitted;
• Town Clerk – A. Richardson – written report submitted
• Town Justice - R. Ernenwein & C. Lape – no report
• Orleans County representative – Ken Rush – Mr. Lofthouse asked if rebuilding the jail has been mandated by the State. Mr. Rush replied that it has, to rebuild or repair our current one. Mr. Lofthouse asked if cost comparisons have been done as to new build vs. renovation. Mr. Rush said no; problems with the current jailhouse are extensive. Mr. Lofthouse questioned what it costs per inmate per day to house. Mr. Rush does not know. He believes every County must have a jail.

PAYMENT OF CLAIMS

General Fund Abstract 008 $ 15,042.85 Vouchers 481-531, 533,547,553,558-560

Highway Fund Abstract 008 $ 26,849.61 Vouchers 499,500,532,534-546,548-552,

554-557

Street Lighting Abstract 008 $ 704.59 Voucher 505

$ 42,597.05

Councilman Scroger moved that the Payment of Claims be approved, as corrected, for payment. Motion was seconded by Councilman Gaesser. All ayes, motion carried.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Dissolution of Joint Hamlin-Kendall Water District – waiting for Chairman Rose to call meeting

2007 Justice Court Assistance Program – grant availability is unknown

Disposition of Replica Cannon – Attorney Sansone has provided the advertisement wording, and ads were to run without delay, seeking bids

Cemetery Trust – no court action

1846 Kendall Road – nothing to report

Succession Planning – nothing to report

Amortization Schedule for SW#5 – received from fiscal advisors on 8/2/07

Eagle Creek Marina – last draw has been processed; Mr. Freemesser had spent $ 141,000, and had earned $49,000 in draw, in round numbers.

RECESS

With there being no further business, Councilman Gaesser made a motion for recess, until August 16th, at 7:30 p.m., seconded by Councilman Scroger. Unanimously in favor of recess at 8:13 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Amy Richardson

Town Clerk