March 8, 2022
TOWN BOARD MEETING
TOWN OF COXSACKIE
March 8, 2022
PRESENT:
Richard Hanse, Supervisor
Thomas Burke, Councilman
Patrick Kennedy, Councilman
Michael Veeder, Councilman
Linda Wilkinson, Councilwoman
Bambi Hotaling, Town Clerk
GUESTS:
Mark Flach, Carol S. Metz, Helen Meier, David Meier, M.K. Garvey
A motion to accept the minutes of February 8 was made by Patrick Kennedy seconded by Thomas Burke and duly carried.
Supervisor opened the meeting for public comments.
Helen Meier stated that she is collecting money for Ukraine to purchase medical supplies, she knows someone personally affected. If anyone is interested in contributing, they can contact Helen directly. Carol Metz thanked Helen for her efforts.
Carol inquired what the Town’s position is on the Senior Center – she is hoping that it will not be shut down permanently or sold. Discussion ensued. Until the County can hire someone as “meal site manager” the congregant meals will continue to be on hold. Rick has the job description that he can send around. The board knows how important this function is to the senior community. Carol and Rick will get together to discuss further.
Helen (on behalf of Patrick Doyle) inquired as to the status of the road use agreements. Rick replied that it remains in the hands of the attorneys.
Highway Superintendent reported that the crew is cleaning up some trees that came down during the storm and they continue hauling stone. Larry presented his 284 agreement which is conservative due to oil prices. A motion to accept the 284 agreement as presented was made by by Thomas Burke seconded by Michael Veeder and duly carried.
Ayes: 5 – Hanse, Burke, Kennedy, Veeder, Wilkinson
Resolution regarding vacation time amending #17 of the January 11, 2022, organizational minutes was presented by the Supervisor. An old vacation schedule was inadvertently used in the 2022 minutes. A motion to accept the resolution as presented was made by Thomas Burke seconded by Patrick Kennedy and duly carried.
Ayes: 5 – Hanse, Burke, Kennedy, Veeder, Wilkinson
A Motion to reappoint Mark Maraglio to the Board of Assessment review was made by Thomas Burke seconded by Patrick Kennedy and duly carried.
Ayes: 5 – Hanse, Burke, Kennedy, Veeder, Wilkinson
Proposals for accounting services of UHY LLP for the Town – Bookkeeper and Court were presented for approval. Mike asked if we look into using other firms. Rick stated the Town has used this company since 2015. A motion to accept the proposals as presented was made by Michael Veeder seconded by Linda Wilkinson and duly carried.
Ayes: 4 – Hanse, Burke, Veeder, Wilkinson Noes: 1 – Kennedy
General Fund and Highway bills in the amount of $143,415.98 were audited on abstract #3, voucher numbers 2022-113 through 2022-213.
A motion to accept the December Justice reports as presented was made by Patrick Kennedy seconded by Linda Wilkinson and duly carried.
Delaware Engineering has scheduled a meeting for March 10 at 7:00 pm at Town Hall. They will be meeting with the Kings Road residents to further discuss the sewer project. Tom will be available to notarize documents; Rick will also be present.
Tom reported that he and Karen met with the insurance representative regarding the Town’s health insurance which is up for renewal May 1. They reviewed lots of different plans. Karen is waiting for additional figures.
There is nothing new to report on the tire dump.
Tom stated that he and Mike will be meeting with Larry after the meeting to discuss highway equipment plan and budgeting.
At 7:35 pm a motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Thomas Burke seconded by Michael Veeder and duly carried.
Copies of all resolutions, agreements, and contracts are on file in the Town Clerk’s Office.
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Bambi Hotaling, Town Clerk
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