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Minutes of the Oswego County Legislature for March 14, 2013 1

MINUTES OF THE PUBLIC HEARING HELD ON MARCH 14, 2013 RELATIVE TO REQUESTS FOR LANDOWNER INCLUSION

WITHIN THE EXISTING CERTIFIED AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT PURSUANT TO THE NYS AGRICULTURE AND MARKETS LAW, SECTION 303-b, AS AMENDED”

Chairman Beardsley opened the public hearing at 2:04 p.m. County Attorney Richard C. Mitchell read the Public Hearing Notice. Chairman Beardsley offered the floor to anyone wishing to speak. There were no speakers. The Hearing was closed at 2:05 p.m.

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE OSWEGO COUNTY LEGISLATURE HELD MARCH 14, 2013

Chairman Beardsley called the meeting to order at 2:05 p.m. Roll call was taken with all legislators present, except Leg. Karasek who was excused. Leg. Karasek was in Albany giving a presentation to OPWDD educating them on the needs of rural counties and lack of funding. The invocation was given by the Clerk of the Legislature, Wendy Falls, followed by the salute to the flag. PRESENTATIONS OF PETITIONS, COMMUNICATION AND NOTICES: None. RECOGNITIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS: Chairman Beardsley called the Human Services Committee forward and invited Commissioner of Social Services Gregg Heffner and Sr. Employment Specialist Silvia Langdon to join them. Leg. Gardner presented a certificate to Ms. Langdon for her 30 years of service to the County. Commissioner Heffner commented that Ms. Langdon’s reviews were glowing, and she is an asset to the organization. Chairman Beardsley called the Human Services Committee forward and invited Leg. Kunzwiler, Commissioner of Social Services Gregg Heffner and Case Management Supervisor Douglas Baldwin to join them. Leg. Gardner presented a certificate to Mr. Baldwin for his 40 years of service to the County. Commissioner Heffner commented that Mr. Baldwin’s 40 years has shown his strength of character. He is a computer wizard, has a valuable skill set and is a great idea man. Chairman Beardsley called the Human Services Committee forward and invited County Administrator Philip Church and Youth Bureau Director Kathleen Fenlon to join them. Leg. Gardner presented a certificate to Ms. Fenlon for her 35 years of service to the county upon her retirement. Administrator Church remarked that Kathy started out as a grant writer. Her abilities as a manager brought groups together. Kathy hired Phil 23 years ago. Administrator Church thanked Kathy for her support over the years. Kathy Fenlon stated that youth development is important for our community to raise young people with quality education. She thanked the legislature and the administrator’s office for their support over the years. Chairman Beardsley invited St. Baldrick’s Day representatives from across Oswego County forward. Chairman Beardsley presented the proclamation to proclaim March 27, 2013 as St. Baldrick’s Day in Oswego County. Dave Turner, Director of Community Development, Tourism and Planning spoke to help raise public awareness for the need to support the fight against childhood cancers and to recognize the hundreds of men, women and children from all walks of life throughout Oswego County who join together in this effort. The committee who organizes this event locally has identified at least 6 children in the greater Oswego area who suffer from some form of this terrible disease. St. Baldrick's Foundation was created solely for the purpose of supporting the fight against childhood cancers. Mr. Turner mentioned one 7 year old boy in our own community who would not be here today if not for a clinical trial he was accepted into which was funded by the St. Baldrick's Foundation. He said there are several employees involved in this effort but leading the charge to fight for these kids is the Sheriff's Deputy's


Association; last year they raised more than $10,000 for this cause and are working hard again this year to be among the top teams in the County. MINUTES: The minutes of the February 14, 2013 meeting were approved. PUBLIC SPEAKERS ON RESOLUTIONS OF THE DAY: None. STATE OF THE COUNTY ADDRESS: Chairman Beardsley presented the State of the County Address. (Copy attached) REPORTS OF COUNTY OFFICIALS: None. REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES: None. REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES: None. RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS: Leg. Wilbur offered Resolution No. 025, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE DELIVERY OF A QUITCLAIM DEED FOR CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE TOWN OF BOYLSTON TO JEFFREY J. TIMERMAN

Resolution passed, with a voice vote. YES: 24 NO: 0 ABSENT: 1

Leg. Wilbur offered Resolution No. 026, entitled, RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBER TO THE COUNTY BOARD OF ETHICS. Leg. Doyle mentioned he will not be supporting the resolution, with no disrespect for the individual at all. Leg. Kunzwiler commented that an overhaul of the Ethics Board needs to be done.

Resolution passed, with a voice vote. (Leg. Farfaglia, Malone, Tresidder, Doyle, Kunzwiler and Mulcahey in opposition)

YES: 18 NO: 6 ABSENT: 1

Leg. L. LeClair offered Resolution No. 027, entitled, A RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE OSWEGO COUNTY PLANNING BOARD


Leg. L. LeClair offered Resolution No. 028, entitled, RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT PLAN BOUNDARIES BY PERMITTING ADDITIONAL AREAS OF INCLUSION, PURSUANT TO AGRICULTURE AND MARKETS LAW (AML) SECTION 303-b, AS AMENDED


Leg. L. LeClair offered Resolution No. 029, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRMAN OF THE LEGISLATURE TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS IN THE RELATION TO THE SNOWMOBILE TRAIL DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE AND USE OF GRANT MONIES AND BUDGET MODIFICATION FOR THE 2012-2013 SNOWMOBILE PROGRAM



Leg. L. LeClair offered Resolution No. 030, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BUDGETARY MODIFICATION DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM AND PLANNING STATE TRANSIT OPERATING ASSISTANCE FUNDS - STOA

Resolution passed, with a voice vote.


Leg. L. LeClair offered Resolution No. 031, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRMAN OF THE LEGISLATURE TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE OSWEGO HOUSING DEVELOPMENT COUCIL IN RELATION TO THE PROVISION OF TECHNICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES



Leg. Lockwood offered Resolution No. 032, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BUDGETARY MODIFICATION EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT – REIMBURSEMENT FOR EMS CLASSES



Leg. Lockwood offered Resolution No. 033, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BUDGETARY MODIFICATION SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPLACEMENT OF TWO PATROL VEHICLES THROUGH INSURANCE RECOVERY FUNDS Leg. Lockwood motioned to amend the resolution, Leg. Kunzwiler seconded.

Motion passed, with a voice vote. YES: 24 NO: 0 ABSENT: 1

Amended resolution passed, with a voice vote.


Leg. Lockwood offered Resolution No. 034, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S DEPARTMENT BUDGETARY MODIFICATION, DELETION OF TWO POSITIONS AND CREATION OF ONE POSITION. Leg. Mulcahey asked if the DA will need a part time employee also. District Attorney Greg Oakes commented that a part time ADA works 20 hours, full time ADA’s work 50-60 hours. His hope is that a full time ADA will keep up with the cases.



Leg. Lockwood offered Resolution No. 035, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH ONONDAGA COUNTY FOR MEDICAL EXAMINER AND FORENSIC LABORATORY SERVICES




Leg. Hayes offered Resolution No. 036, entitled, RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING CAPITAL PROJECT NO. 121 – PAYROLL SOFTWARE UPGRADE


Leg. Hayes offered Resolution No. 037, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXTENSION OF SNOW AND ICE CONTRACT HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT


Leg. Hayes offered Resolution No. 038, entitled, RESOLUTION TO TRANSFER FUNDS FROM CAPITAL RESERVE #16 – BRIDGES TO CAPITAL PROJECT #22 – PENDERGAST ROAD BRIDGE OVER HINMANSVILLE CREEK



Leg. Proud offered Resolution No. 039, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BUDGETARY MODIFICATION FOR TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO COVER THE COST OF VACATION BUY-BACK FOR HEALTH DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES


Leg. Gardner offered Resolution No. 040, entitled, RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE OSWEGO COUNTY CHILD PROTECTION ADVISORY COUNCIL



Leg. Gardner offered Resolution No. 041, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BUDGETARY MODIFICATION SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT/MENTAL HYGIENE DIVISION FOR THE SUPPORTED HOUSING PROGRAM


Leg. Gardner offered Resolution No. 042, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BUDGETARY MODIFICATION SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT TRADE ACT FUNDING



Leg. Gardner offered Resolution No. 043, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BUDGETARY MODIFICATION SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT DSS ADMINISTRATION/SECURITY EQUIPMENT



Leg. Oldenburg offered Resolution No. 044, entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH LICENSE MONITOR, INC.


Leg. Oldenburg offered Resolution No. 045, entitled, RESOLUTION REGARDING OSWEGO COUNTY ADA AND ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICIES


Leg. Lockwood motioned to waive the rules to add additional resolutions, Leg. Kunzwiler seconded.

Motion passed, with a voice vote. YES: 24 NO: 0 ABSENT: 1

Leg. Lockwood offered Resolution No. 046, entitled, RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND FROM THE TOWN OF MEXICO FOR CONSTRUCTION OF AN EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS TOWER


Leg. Proud offered Resolution No. 047 entitled, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT WITH ENTERGY NUCLEAR FITZPATRICK, LLC REGARDING TAX CERTIORARI PROCEEDINGS

Resolution passed, with a voice vote. (Leg. Doyle abstained)

YES: 23 NO: 0 ABSENT: 1 ABSTAIN: 1 UNFINISHED BUSINESS/NEW BUSINESS/MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: 2013 Government Directories are available in the Tourism Office. ADJOURNMENT: Leg. Oldenburg moved to adjourn the meeting, Leg. Kunzwiler seconded. All in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 3:32 p.m. OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE LEGISLATURE REGARDING COUNTY ISSUES: No speakers.

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