Approved Minutes of December 21, 2006 6 PM Meeting

Second Day of Annual Session

 

A Public Hearing to consider Local Law #2 for the Year 2006: A Local Law Superseding County Law 214 To Authorize Abstract Publication was opened at 6:15 PM by Chairman Brown. The Clerk read the Legal Notice as published in the Cortland Standard. Chairman Brown asked three times if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the Local Law. Chairman Brown asked three times if there was anyone who wished to speak against the Local Law. With no one wishing to speak, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing at 6:18 PM.

A Public Hearing to consider Local Law #3 for the Year 2005: A Local Law Setting the Salary of Election Commissioners for Cortland County in Compliance with Election Law 3-208 was opened at 6:19PM by Chairman Brown. The Clerk read the Legal Notice as published in the Cortland Standard. Chairman Brown asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in opposition of the Local Law. Ralph Mohr, Erie County Election Commissioner said he was asked by the local Election Commissioners to review the Local Law. He stated that because the Local Law diminishes the salary of one commissioner that it is improper and would not withstand legal scrutiny, although the Commissioners do not wish to go that route. He said that Mr. Wood would abandon seeking back payment if the Legislature equalizes the salary at Mr. Howe’s present salary. He asked legislators to reconsider the Local Law with these issues being addressed.  Chairman Brown repeated two more times if there was anyone who wished to speak against the Local Law. Chairman Brown asked three times if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor the Local Law. With no one else wishing to speak, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing at 6:22 PM.

A Public Hearing to consider the requests of Kay F. Hilsberg for properties with tax map numbers of 36.00-07-02.000 and 36.00-07-03.000 and Danny G. Ross for properties with tax map numbers of 88.15-01-35.000 and 88.15-01-01.112 be included in the Cortland County Consolidated Agricultural District as predominately viable agricultural lands, was opened at 6:23 PM The Clerk read the Legal Notice as published in the Cortland Standard. Chairman Brown asked three times if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of the proposal. Chairman Brown asked three times if there was anyone who wished to speak against the proposal. With no one wishing to speak, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing at 6:25 PM.

Meeting was called to order at 6:26 PM by Chairman Brown, followed by the Salute to the Flag.

The Clerk took Roll Call with all members recorded as present.

The minutes of November 30, 2006 Legislative Meeting were unanimously approved.

PROCLAMATION/RECOGNITIONS

Chairman Brown lauded the Marathon Field Hockey Team’s accomplishments as NYS All Star Champions as well as their outstanding scholastic averages and asked Mr. Cornell and Ms. Price to join her in presenting certificates of recognition to the team members and coach. The Clerk read the Legislative Recognition and Mr. Cornell said that the team accomplishments were attributed to the leadership and guidance of their Coach and his sister, Karen Funk. He told fellow legislators that this team generated 8 scholarships amounting to 1.5 million dollars. Ms. Funk thanked legislators for honoring the team, noting that it extends beyond tonight, as team member Megan Dean will be going to China to play internationally and Marta Malmberg will be going to the Netherlands.

 

RECEIVE AND FILE

On the motion of Ms. Price, second by Mr. Clark, Cooperative Extension Annual Report; 2005 Community Services Board Annual Report; Treasurer’s Reports: Statements of unpaid Village Taxes, Statement of unpaid School Taxes by School District-2006 and Statement of unpaid School Taxes by Towns-2006 were received and filed, all members voting aye.

PRESENTATION

Chairman Brown asked Mr. Schrader to give a presentation regarding the proposed purchase of property for a Public Health Facility related to Agenda No. 1. Mr. Schrader said the proposal is a two storey, 30,000 square foot structure that houses the Moose Lodge. In addition this proposal is to finalize the purchase of 2 additional parcels owned by the Moose; one that houses Robbins Vending and the Cortland Assistance Housing Program as well as 2 warehouse structures behind the Moose Club.; 2 residential homes along Williams Street and 2 residential properties along Randall Street. He introduced John Donohue from Barton and Loguidice who described the renderings of the property being acquired demonstrating the visualizations that would need to be further refined by the architects. Mr. Schrader said that all legislators received a report today summarizing the past 3 months of meetings of the Buildings and Grounds and Budget and Finance Committees, recommending that this project be approved by the Legislature. The estimated total cost of the project is 6 million dollars to be funded by 3 million dollars of the Tobacco Funds and the issuance of general obligation debt to pay for the remainder. If this moves forward tonight, Barton and Lojoudice will be asked to finalize some grant applications to go to New York State to see how much we could get from state funding and bring down the issuance of the general obligation debt. The property before you amounts to $894,000. for nine parcels. Mr. Schrader asked for questions.

Ms. Tytler asked if taking the property off the tax roles amounts to $10,000. Mr. Schrader answered that the tax liability amounts to about $11,000. Ms. Tytler asked if the proposal includes selling the property housing Horizon House. Mr. Schrader said that would be up to the Legislature to direct that. He doesn’t envision a use of that property and it potentially could be returned via auction. It is intended that all Mental Health and Public Health services be included in this project, with the exception of Hospice.

The Chairman recognized Kathy Wilcox, 62 Church Street, Cortland, NY and Pete Snell of 15 Williams Street, Cortland, NY with privilege of the floor. Ms. Wilcox said they are not against the Health Facility in general; their concern is the parking lot location in their back yards. She asked why the County would buy residential properties to be used for other than residential when there is property across the street already zoned commercial or why not extend toward the Kellogg Auto corner rather than put the parking lot in our back yards. She summarized by asking legislators to reconsider the purchase of residential properties and location of the parking lot.

Ms. Price requested a 10 minute recess. Recess was granted at 6:47 PM.

The meeting reconvened at 7:05.

RESOLUTIONS

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Troy Agenda No. 1 was introduced. Mr. McKee stated that he was not going to support this resolution tonight after just reading about it in the newspaper. The public, those paying for this, are also just finding out about this and should have time to voice their concerns.  Mr. Cornell agreed saying that this may be a good deal and the way to go but I would like to hear from my constituents on a 6 million dollar expenditure. He requested that if this is not time sensitive that we consider it at a later date. Ms. Tytler recounted a building expansion project where she works and said they spent a lot of time working with our neighbors that culminated into a positive impact on the neighborhood. I expect and hope that we do the same on this project. The Chairman said that is our plan. Tonight is strictly a proposal to buy the property. We will go through all the planning phases and public hearings to meet all the issues and concerns of the neighbors. This is just step 1.  Mr. Willcox said that this resolution states we accept the negotiated price, doesn’t that mean if we vote yes we own that property. Mr. Schrader said yes it does but as the Chairman said, we will  still have to go through the informal site plan review and the planning process that any entity is required to go through to meet all aspects of approval. Mr. Breed said that there are too many unanswered questions, such as, we don’t know how many new employees we are going to need; what if we don’t auction off the Horizon property; what are we going to do with the freed up space in the County Office Building; how much is the annual bond retirement debt service. I feel the jail has priority over this although; I strongly support the consolidation of Public Health Services. We are spending upwards of $750,000. a year boarding out prisoners. If the state comes in and does away with our variances we will be spending more. Opposed to saving $100,000. in rent we could be saving a million dollars a year building a new jail. Chairman Brown said the jail has been our number one priority due to the annual costs. However, we cannot overlook an opportunity for other projects when those are presented due to the complexity of the jail project being completed. Mr. Willcox said we spent $30,000 on a jail study that I have asked repeatedly what is going on with that. Ms. Brown said she believed that question was asked at the Press Conference and Mr. Schrader said it will be available in a week or two. It takes a long time to do it right. Ms. Breed said you are talking about doing the jail right yet we only heard about this proposal yesterday in a formal way and we don’t even know what the debt service is going to be. Mr. Schrader said that until the County goes out to solicit the issuance of debt, can we know what the interest rate is going to be. Ms. Breed said we know a ballpark figure for debt. Mr. Schrader remarked that she is better than he with that knowledge. She said she contacted a banker and asked the question. Mr. Willcox asked what the answer was. She said between 4 ¼ and 5% amounting to anywhere from $235,000 to $250,000 per year. She said her concern was with money tied up on this project we will have a difficult time selling the jail project to the taxpayer. We need more information and time on this. Mr. Ross requested a recess. Recess was granted. Chairman Brown called the meeting back to order and announced that Agenda No. 1 will be moved to the end of session to allow the County Attorney to research a question for us.

On the motion of Ms. Brown, second by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 2 became Resolution No. 417-06: Appoint Members Cortland County Traffic Safety Board.

On the motion of Ms. Brown, second by Ms. Breed and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 3 became Resolution No. 418-06: Re-Appoint Member Cortland County Convention and Visitors Board of Directors.

On the motion of Ms. Brown, second by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 4 became Resolution No.419-06: Appoint/Reappoint Members Fire Advisory Board.

On the motion of Ms. Brown, second by Ms. Tytler and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 5 became Resolution No. 420-06: Reappoint Members Cortland County Community Services Board Alcohol Subcommittee.

On the motion of Ms. Brown, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 6 became Resolution No. 421-06: Reappoint Members Mental Health Subcommittee/Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee of the Community Services Board. The Clerk noted a correction to the Resolution; members are reappointed to the Developmental Disabilities Board, not the Alcohol Subcommittee as stated.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Ms. Price and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 7 became Resolution No. 422-06: Resolution Closing Various Capital Projects

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Troy Agenda No. 8 was introduced. Mr. Willcox asked if this went out for bid. The Chairman said no, however we are saving $35,000. from what we spent last year. Mr. Willcox asked who had it last year. Chairman Brown answered, McNeil. Ms. Breed said she thinks that this should go out to bid. The Chairman said that periodically we do, however that will be noted. Adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 8 became Resolution No. 423-06: Authorizing Procurement of Property And Casualty Insurance.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Spaulding Agenda No. 9 was introduced. Chairman Brown said she hadn’t  reviewed this in it’s entirety but there are some items that need clarification especially with the Treasurer’s Department and requires close scrutiny on how we proceed with it. Adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 9 became Resolution No. 424-06: Adopt Policy and Procedure on the Collection, Handling and Disbursement of Departmental Funds.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Cornell and adopted by a roll call vote with all members voting aye, except Ms. Breed voting nay, Agenda No. 10 became Resolution No. 425-06:  Adopt Local Law No. 2 For The Year 2006 A  Local Law Superseding County Law 214 To  Authorize  Abstract  Publication.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Troy Agenda No. 11 was introduced. Ms. Breed asked Mr. Schrader how this happens and what affect it has on the 2006 budget. Mr. Schrader explained that the dollars come in from reimbursements that go against projects we have originally bonded for. Those reimbursements sit in a capital account until used by the Legislature. Because they are bond monies, they can only be used for a particular service so they go into a reserve for debt and basically what you are allowed to use the monies for is the debt service and interest payments that occur on the issuance of these projects. On the $713,000. instead of using general fund money you would use the reserve for debt. Ms. Breed said, so this is just appropriating money that is already there? Mr. Schrader answered yes, it does not increase or decrease the budget. Adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 11 became Resolution No. 426-06: Amend 2006 Budget/Appropriate Reserve Funds General Fund Reserve For Debt.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 12 became Resolution No. 427-06: Amend 2007 Budget to Reflect State Administered Non Property Tax (Sales Tax) to Reduce Real Property Tax Levy Real Property Tax Services.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Clark and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 13 became Resolution No. 428-06: Levy County Tax City of Cortland Real Property Tax Services.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Troy and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 14 became Resolution No. 429-06: Fix Date To Sign Warrants (Real Property Tax Services).

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. McKee and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 15 became Resolution No.430-06: Levying Town Special District Taxes Real Property Tax Services.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Troy  and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 16 became Resolution No. 431-06: Levy Town General and Highway Taxes Real Property Tax Services.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Armstrong and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 17  became Resolution No. 432-06: Levying Water Charges -  Town of Scott Real Property Tax Services.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 18 became Resolution No. 433-06: Levying Water Charges -  Town of Cincinnatus Real Property Tax Services.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 19 became Resolution No. 434-06: Levying Water Charges -  Town of Harford Real Property Tax Services.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 20 became Resolution No. 435-06: Levying Water Charges -  Town of Cortlandville Real Property Tax Services.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 21 became Resolution No. 436-06: Levying Sewer Charges -  Town of Cortlandville Real Property Tax Services.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Cornell  and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 22 became Resolution No. 437-06: Levying Sewer Charges -  Town of Cuyler Real Property Tax Services.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 23 became Resolution No. 438-06: Levying Sewer Charges -  Town of Virgil Real Property Tax Services.

On the motion of Mr. Dafoe, second by Mr. Armstrong Agenda No. 24 was introduced. Ms. Tytler asked if the reimbursement is 57 or 67% . Mr. Schrader said it is 57% on the total project.  Ms. Breed asked what we have in writing that assures us of that amount. Mr. Schrader said they have met with the Unified Court System and worked out the map of each aspect of the project and they have sent us their analysis of what it will be. Ms. Breed requested a copy of that report. She continued saying that there are no account numbers in the resolution and that she has strong issue with the County Administrator making change orders if that involves expenditure of funds and should be capped at $10,000. Mr. Schrader said that the change orders contemplated would not increase the cost of the project. These are field orders that change design in construction and would not exceed the contingency of the contract of 10%. Ms. Breed made a friendly amendment to state that change orders authorized by the County Administrator shall not exceed the allocated funds for this project and account numbers be added to this and the following resolution.  When completed she asked that she receive a copy. Adopted by all members voting aye, except Ms. Breed voting nay Agenda No. 24 became Resolution No. 439-06: Award Bids Law Library/Court Security Renovation/Relocation.

On the motion of Mr. Dafoe, second by Mr. Daniels Agenda No. 25 was introduced. Ms. Breed stated that this is an exorbitant amount of money for a concrete ramp; that amount could build a pretty nice house. Mr. Tagliente said this went out to bid and three bids were submitted. Ms. Breed suggested that it should be re-bid. Mr. Daniels asked Ms. Breed why she didn’t bring this up at the Buildings and Grounds meeting. Ms. Breed said she did. Mr. Daniels countered, no you didn’t, you weren’t at the meeting. Ms. Breed said she was at the November meeting and raised her concerns. Adopted by all members voting aye, except Ms. Breed voting nay Agenda No. 25 became Resolution No. 440-06: Award Bids, Courthouse ADA Ramp Construction.

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 26 became Resolution No. 441-06: Authorize Agreement Health Department (Cortland Regional Medical Center Transfer Agreement).

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 27 became Resolution No. 442-06: Authorize Agreement Health Department (Nursing Division) (Preferred Provider Agreements).

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Spaulding and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 28 became Resolution No. 443-06: Authorize Agreements Health Department (Nursing Division) (Contracted Services).

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Ms. Price and adopted by all members voting aye,

Agenda No. 29 became Resolution No. 444-06: Authorize Agreement Health Department (Nursing Division) Cortland Regional Medical Center/Childbirth Classes.

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 30 became Resolution No. 445-06: Authorize Agreement Health Department (Nursing Division) MOMS Programs Provider Physicians.

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Spaulding and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 31 became Resolution No. 446-06: Authorize Agreements Health Department/Children with Special Needs Division (Contracts for Services).

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye                                                            Agenda No. 32 became Resolution No. 447-06: Authorize Agreements/Accept Funds Health Department/Children With Special Needs (NYS Facilitated Enrollment Program).

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye,

Agenda No. 33 became Resolution No. 448-06: Authorize Agreement/Accept Funds Health Department/Children with Special Needs Program (CSHCN NYS GRANT). The Clerk stated there was a duplication of language in the resolution that will be corrected in the final version.

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 34 became Resolution No. 449-06: Authorize Agreement/Accept Funds Health Department/Children With Special Needs Program (EIP NYS GRANT). The Clerk stated there was a duplication of language in the resolution that will be corrected in the final version.

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Armstrong and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 35 became Resolution No. 450-06: Authorize Agreement/Accept Funds Health Department/Jacobus Center for Reproductive Health (State Grant).

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye,

Agenda No. 36 became Resolution No. 451-06: Abolish Public Health Social Work Assistant Health Department.

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members voting aye Agenda No. 37 became Resolution No. 452-06: Authorize Agreements Mental Health Department (Several Agencies, Departments, Etc.).

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Spaulding and adopted by all members voting aye Agenda No. 38 became Resolution No. 453-06: Authorize Agreements Mental Health Department (Mental Health Services).

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye Agenda No. 39 became Resolution No. 454-06: Amend Budget Mental Health Department  (NYS Office of Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Services).

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members voting aye Agenda No. 40 became Resolution No. 455-06: Authorize Agreement Mental Health Department (Intensive Case Management).

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye Agenda No. 41 became Resolution No. 456-06: Amend Budget, Mental Health Department (Family Support Services).

On the motion of Mr. Clark, second by Ms. Price Agenda No. 42 was introduced. Ms. Breed made a friendly amendment to add the account number to the resolution. Adopted by all members voting aye Agenda No. 42 became Resolution No. 457-06: Authorize Agreement, Mental Health Department  (New Justice Conflict Resolution Services, Inc.).

On the motion of Mr. Tagliente, second by Mr. Troy Agenda No. 43 was introduced. Ms. Breed said she was uncomfortable with this as it commits us to 20% if the Marchiselli funding does not come through. She also asked why this resolution says that it will take affect immediately. Mr. Schrader agreed with Ms. Breed, however the wording is state subscribed and indeed holds us hostage with the 20%. It is not a good way of doing business but they are the ones who have the money. Mr. Willcox asked, do we put away the 20% in reserve. Mr. Schrader said if the funds do not come through we would add the money then. Adopted by all members voting aye Agenda No. 43 became Resolution No. 458-06: Authorize Agreement/New York State Page Green Road Phase III P.I.N. – 375454.

On the motion of Ms. Price, second by Mr. Armstrong Agenda No 44 was introduced. Ms. Breed made a friendly amendment to include language, “within budgeted amount” to Agenda No. 44 and 45. Adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 44 became Resolution No. 459-06: Accept Bids/Authorize Purchase Area Agency on Aging/Nutrition Miscellaneous Groceries and Frozen Foods.

On the motion of Ms. Price, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye,

Agenda No. 45 became Resolution No. 460-06: Accept Bids/Authorize Purchase Area Agency on Aging/Nutrition Paper Goods and Maintenance Supplies.

On the motion of Ms. Price, second by Mr. Armstrong and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 46 became Resolution No. 461-06: Amend Budget Area Agency on Aging (Point of Entry Program).

On the motion of Ms. Price, second by Mr. Cornell  and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 47 became Resolution No. 462-06: Authorize Agreement Area Agency on Aging (Fingerlakes Health Systems Agency).

On the motion of Ms. Price, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye,

Agenda No. 48 became Resolution No. 463-06:  Extend Temporary Food Service Helper

Area Agency on Aging.

On the motion of Ms. Price, second by Mr. Spaulding and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 49 became Resolution No. 464-06: Accept Grant/Amend Budget/Authorize Agreement Youth Bureau (Member Item Grant). Ms. Breed said she is grateful for these funds as the programs are valuable to the County.

On the motion of Ms. Price, second by Mr. Daniels and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 50 became Resolution No. 465-06: Authorize Agreements Youth Bureau (Youth Development/Delinquency Prevention).

On the motion of Ms. Price, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye,

Agenda No. 51 became Resolution No. 466-06: Authorize Agreements Youth Bureau

(Special Delinquency Prevention Program).

On the motion of Mr. Daniels, second by Mr. Spaulding and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 52 became Resolution No. 467-06: Authorize LEPC Designation Fire & Emergency Management.

On the motion of Mr. Daniels, second by Mr. Cornell Agenda No. 53 was introduced.  Ms. Breed asked Mr. Dennison, Deputy Fire Coordinator for Cortland County to comment on the paging system and how this particular company has worked for us. Mr. Dennison said they have worked with Mr. Miller throughout this project and it is coming along nicely. His expertise and knowledge in the field has saved the County money. Ms. Breed asked what is the progress on the project. Mr. Dennison said that it is looking good and they will be starting on the Virgil Tower in January. Fire Service is very excited about this project.  Adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 53 became Resolution No. 468-06: Renew Agreement Fire & Emergency Management (Miller Technical Advisory Services).

On the motion of Mr. Daniels, second by Mr. Spaulding Agenda No 54 was introduced. Ms. Breed asked where the money is coming from. Mr. Schrader said it is a dollar.  Adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 54 became Resolution No. 469-06: Authorize Lease Agreement Cortland County Regional Training Center.

On the motion of Mr. Daniels, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 55 became Resolution No. 470-06: Authorize Agreement Cortland County/State of New York Office for Technology Office of the Sheriff/Fire Emergency Management.

On the motion of Mr. Daniels, second by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 56 became Resolution No. 471-06: Authorize Agreement Extension Sheriff's Department/Jail (Oneida County-Central NY Psychiatric Center Forensic Unit Services).

On the motion of Mr. Daniels, second by Mr. Spaulding and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 57 became Resolution No. 472-06: Authorize Agreement/Amend Budget (Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee – STEP) Sheriff's Department.

On the motion of Mr. Cornell, second by Ms. Price  Agenda No. 58 was introduced. Mr. Cornell requested a friendly amendment to add the names of Lloyd Purdy and Daniel Hayes to the resolution. Chairman Brown said this will be discussed later and suggested they proceed with the proposed resolution. Mr. Cornell agreed. Adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 58 became Resolution No. 473-06: Appoint Members of Cortland County Bicentennial Committee.

On the motion of Mr. Cornell, second by Mr. Troy and adopted by all members voting aye, Agenda No. 59 became Resolution No. 474-06: Amend To the

Management/Management Confidential Comp Policy Grade and Step Schedule.

On the motion of Mr. Cornell, second by Mr. Spaulding and adopted by a roll call vote, all members voting aye, Agenda No. 60 became Resolution No. 475-06: Adopt Local Law Number 3 for the year 2006 A Local Law Setting the Salary of Election Commissioners For Cortland County in Compliance with Election Law 3-208.

On the motion of Mr. Cornell, second by Mr. Troy Agenda No 61 was introduced. The Clerk announced the revised resolution placed on legislators desks. Chairman Brown made a friendly amendment to add “position placements” to  paragraph 3.            Ms. Breed said that we have just revised the entire management compensation plan. We built in increments making things equitable. The people in this community are not getting cost of living increases for the most part. I am not comfortable supporting this when the taxpayer doesn’t get the same benefit. Adopted by all members voting aye, except Ms. Breed and Mr. Willcox voting nay, Agenda No. 61 became Resolution No. 476-06: Amend Management/Management Confidential Comp Policy Grade and Step Schedule for 2007.

On the motion of Mr. Armstrong, second by Mr. Cornell Agenda No. 62 was introduced. Mr. Ross stated he would be abstain due to his involvement within the resolution, Adopted by all members voting aye, and Mr. Ross abstaining, Agenda No. 62 became Resolution No. 477-06: Inclusion Of Viable Agricultural Land Within The Cortland County Consolidated Agricultural District Planning Department.

Mr. Ross requested a recess. Chairman Brown called for a recess prior to considering Agenda No. 1. Legislature recessed for 10 minutes. Meeting was called back to order. Mr. Daniels made a motion to go into executive session to discuss negotiation of monies with acquisition of property, second by Mr. Troy. Mr. Willcox questioned the legitimacy of an executive session. All members voted aye, except Ms. Breed and Mr. Willcox voting nay, to go into executive session that commenced at 8:26 PM. The meeting reconvened at 8:45 PM.

On the motion of Mr. VanDee, second by Mr. Troy, Agenda No. 1 was reintroduced. Chairman Brown called for a roll call vote. The Clerk took a roll call vote with the following comments made during the vote: Mr. Armstrong said he was not happy with it but will vote for it; Ms. Breed, no; Mr. Clark, yes; Mr. Cornell, no; Mr. Dafoe, yes; Mr. Daniels, yes; Mr. Hartnett, yes; Mr. McKee, no; Ms. Price said she thinks this is an excellent location and a wonderful concept but has a real problem with the short notice- yes; Mr. Ross, no; Mr. Spaulding, yes; Mr. Steger, yes; Mr. Tagliente, yes; Mr. Troy, yes; Ms. Tytler, yes; Mr. VanDee said that he was very concerned about the buffer and the lighting. I want time with my people in my district to talk to them. I will support this tonight if we look at the property across the street and on the side. I insist on this starting tomorrow and asked the Chairman and Mr. Schrader if that is agreed to. They both agreed. Mr. VanDee, yes; Mr. Willcox, no; Mr. Williams, no; Ms. Brown yes. Ms. Breed asked for the total. Mr. Schrader said a 2/3 majority required is 32,400 weighted votes; this vote result is 32,922. Agenda No. 1 became Resolution No. 478-06: Authorizing Capital Project; Establishing a Capital Budget; Authorizing the Purchase of Properties; and Directing the County Treasurer to Prepare a Bond Resolution.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mr. Cornell announced that the CCTVS Committee will resume meetings in January after session.

Ms. Tytler said there will be a sub-committee of the Ag/Planning Committee on January 3^rd.

Meeting adjourned at  8:50 PM

Prepared by: Susan Morgan, Clerk

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