TOWN OF [Marker]GOSHEN
BOARD OF SELECTMEN[Marker]
MINUTES – [Marker]Regular Meeting
Town Hall Conference Room[Marker]
June 29, 2010
OTHERS: James Bernard
Robert P. Valentine called the meeting to order at 4:10 p.m.
IN A MOTION made by H. John Krukar, seconded by Robert P. Valentine, it was VOTED to approve the minutes of the June 22, 2010 Regular Meeting as amended. Vote unanimous.
Amendment is as follows: Page one, the motion approving the payroll and warrant should read: IN A MOTION made by Robert P. Valentine, seconded by H. John Krukar it was VOTED to approve the warrant including the payroll of June 24. 2010 in the amount of $65,256.10.
Thomas A Breakell arrived at 4:15 p.m.
MATTERS ARISING out of the minutes: Bob Valentine noted R & M Insulation completed the insulation project at the Goshen Volunteer Fire Company.
IN A MOTION made by Robert P. Valentine, seconded by H. John Krukar, it was VOTED to approve the warrant including the payroll of July 1, 2010 in the amount of $169,783.94. Vote unanimous.
Bob Valentine noted this warrant includes the payment of $35,974.99 for the purchase of a roller compactor for the Public Works Department. This warrant also included the reissuing of the $108,582.01 check for the new fire truck. The original payment was inadvertently made payable to Firematic. The payment has been corrected and wire transferred to Pierce Manufacturing.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
FIRST SELECTMAN’S REPORT:
Bob Valentine distributed to the other members of the Board a copy of a letter he prepared for Barry Hall (Fire Chief, Goshen Volunteer Fire Company) with regards to his displeasure in choice of insurance carriers the Fire Company chose. Bob Valentine went on to explain there are only a selected few insurance carriers that specialize with this type of insurance. A short time ago, another insurance carrier gave a presentation and explanation of the coverage they would offer our company. After reviewing and comparing the policies, Bob Valentine stated renewing with VFIS would not be in the best interest of the Goshen Volunteer Fire Company, its members or the tax payers of the Town of Goshen. The VFIS policy and many of its components are less advantageous compared to the other policy and is also more expensive.
Bob Valentine noted the current policy was renewed with VFIS because the policy is due to expire tomorrow, June 30, 2010. In the future Bob Valentine would hope that all parties would allow the necessary time to do a comprehensive review of all insurance options.
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The West Hyerdale project is moving along. However, a fair amount of discussion is taking place between the members of the Woodridge Lake Sewer District and the Woodridge Lake Property Owner’s Association. Bob Valentine will meet with Ray Turri and Jim Mersfelder in the near future to discuss the project and the process by which the Town of Goshen will conduct the project.
Bob Valentine received two letters from Mr. Ned Bixler (Chairman, Goshen Democratic Town Committee). One letter observed the vacancy on the Conservation Commission which led to an endorsement for Elaine Frost. The second letter observed the vacancy on the Water Pollution Control Authority (WPCA). Bob Valentine will respond via letter to Ned Bixler within the near future. Bob Valentine did go on to briefly note, prior to the WPCA meeting in January 2010, the previous meeting was in 2001 and he questions the need for the Water Pollution Control Authority at this time.
Bob Valentine will ask Town Counsel to look into the necessity of having a WPCA. He will update the other members of the Board when more information becomes available.
Bob Valentine received a letter from Mr. Kimbal, asking for the Town’s support in requesting a more convenient drive-up United States Postal Service drop box for Goshen residents. Bob Valentine spoke to Guy Buntz, (Goshen Postmaster) who in turn has spoken with his superior(s), who informed Mr. Buntz the USPS would not be able to comply with the request.
Bob Valentine will request in writing a more convenient drop box as well as authorizing the USPS to utilize a part of the Town right-of-way on Sunset Boulevard if necessary. Bob Valentine will keep the other members updated as information becomes available.
The Town of Goshen was able to obtain a 2005 Ingersoll Rand roller compactor with low hours for $35,974 from an equipment auction. Town Aid Road Funds will be utilized for this purchase. The Town Aid Road Fund’s present balance, including this purchase, is $219,720.98.
Bob Valentine met with the representative from Airgas earlier this week to discuss the Town of Goshen’s accounts and pricing. Bob Valentine was able to negotiate a lower price structure for the Public Works Department and the Fire House.
CORRESPONDENCE: The Board of Selectmen received a letter from John Morris, (Chairman, Republican Town Committee) requesting the use of the Town Hall Conference Room on July 14, 2010 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
IN A MOTION made by Thomas A. Breakell, seconded by H. John Krukar, it was VOTED to approve the request from John Morris, (Republican Town Committee Chairman) to use the Town Hall Conference Room on July 14, 2010 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Vote unanimous.
The Board of Selectmen received a letter from Michelle Fitzpatrick (President, Tyler Lake Property Owner’s Association) requesting the use of the Town Hall Conference Room on Saturday, July 10, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. to conduct their annual meeting.
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CORRESPONDENCE (continued):
IN A MOTION made by Thomas A. Breakell, seconded by H. John Krukar it was VOTED to approve the request from Michelle Fitzpatrick (President, Tyler Lake Property Owners Association) to use the Town Hall Conference Room on Saturday, July 10, 2010 to conduct their annual meeting. Vote unanimous.
OLD BUSINESS: None
NEW BUSINESS:
Appointments
Animal Control Officer:
IN A MOTION made by H. John Krukar, seconded by Thomas A. Breakell it was VOTED to reappoint Donald Gustafson as Animal Control Officer from July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011. Vote unanimous.
Assistant Animal Control Officer:
IN A MOTION made by H. John Krukar, seconded by Thomas A. Breakell it was VOTED to reappoint Roger Stanley as Assistant Animal Control Officer from July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011. Vote unanimous.
Safety Committee Members:
IN A MOTION made by Thomas A. Breakell, seconded by H. John Krukar, it was VOTED to reappoint Robert. P. Valentine, Gerald (Sam) Anstett, Edward Perry, R. Christopher Mitchell, Dales Ives and Katherine Breakell as members of the Safety Committee from July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011. Vote unanimous.
ANY OTHER BUSINESS: None
IN A MOTION made by Thomas A. Breakell, seconded by H. John Krukar, it was VOTED to adjourn the meeting. Vote unanimous. The meeting adjourned at 5:20 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Rhonda Gelormino
Selectman’s Administrative Assistant
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