Chairman Steve asked for a Moment of Silence honoring 40^th President Ronald Reagan.

Chairman Steve called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm and led the Salute to the Flag.

The Clerk read the roll and all members were recorded as present.

On motion of Mr. Cornell, seconded by Mr. Steger and adopted by all members present voting aye, the minutes of the May 20, 2004 session were approved as printed.

Chairman Steve invited Dr. Lutz, Superintendent of Cortland City School District; Angie Wyatt, Vice-President Board of Education; Donna Johnson, Board of Education member; and Mr. Dippo; to join him as he recognized Jeannette Dippo for her many years of service and contributions to the Cortland Community. The Clerk read the recognition as Chairman Steve presented it the Mrs. Dippo and thanked her for her dedication to the Community and the differences she has made to so many lives. Mrs. Dippo said she has been in front of this body many times before and has always found the group to very responsive. Mrs. Dippo thanked the Legislature for the honor of their recognition.

Chairman Steve recognized Ronald Reagan, as the Clerk read the proclamation honoring the 40^th President of the United States for his service and contributions to this Country. Chairman Steve stated the recognition would be mailed to the Ronald Reagan Library in California.

Chairman Steve recognized Tom Whitney, a graduate of McGraw Central School, for receiving a Haratio Alger National Scholarship in the amount of $10,000. The Clerk read the recognition as Chairman Steve was joined by Mr. Armstrong to present Ton Whitney with the recognition which detailed some of his many accomplishments that led to him receiving the scholarship. Chairman Steve stated that both Mr. Whitney and Mrs. Dippo were proof of what can be accomplished with hard work and perseverance to overcome adversities. Mr. Whitney stated this was an honor and thanked the body for their recognition. Mr. Whitney said he was allowed to sit in the caucus and found it very interesting. Mr. Whitney stated he was furthering his education in Political Science and hoped to be back to visit this group in the future.

Chairman Steve recognized Syd McEvoy, Director of Cooperative Extension, for receiving the "Warm Hands Award" by the Dairy Industry. The Clerk read the recognition as Chairman Steve presented it to Mr. McEvoy thanking him for his dedication to the County of Cortland and his many contributions to the Dairy Industry and the community as a whole. Mr. McEvoy said he was very appreciative of this recognition and thanked the body. Mr. McEvoy stated this is his 24^th anniversary with Cooperative Extension and loves the job he does.

Chairman Steve recognized the Cortland City School Elementary Select Orchestra and Select Band and the Cortland City High School Select Band for their achievements of receiving "Superior Rating" and "Judge’s Choice Award" while participating in the "Music in the Parks" in Allentown, PA and Cleveland, OH. The Clerk read the recognition as Mr. Steve presented it to

Dr. Lutz, Superintendent of Cortland City School District; Angie Wyatt, Vice-President – Board of Education; Donna Johnson – Board of Education member. Chairman Steve stated he had attended an event that recognized academics and was honored to be able to recognize the music program. Ms. Johnson said she was proud to be a new member of the Board of Education and thanked the group for this recognition. Ms. Wyatt stated she would like to thank Julie Carr, Director of the Music Department of Cortland School for all her efforts on behalf of the children. Dr. Lutz stated he appreciated the excellence of the staff of all the schools within the district noting the legacy Mrs. Dippo leaves is a shining example. Dr. Lutz thanked the Legislature for their recognition of the groups involved.

Chairman Steve recognized the Cortland County Business Development Corporation for receiving the top marketing award "Best of Class" from the New York State Economic Development Council for the "Cortland on the Move" newsletter. The Clerk read the recognition as Chairman Steve presented it to Mr. Paul Slowey, Chairman - Business Development Corporation Board of Directors, thanking him for all the work being done to promote the County. Mr. Slowy thanked Chairman Steve and the Legislature for the honor. Mr. Slowey stated the reason for the hard work done by their board is to put the best foot forward for Cortland County and helping the community as a whole. Mr. Slowey told the body he is available to all of them for help in anyway and they could always pass their requests through Dr. DiGiovanni or Chairman Steve, members of the BDC Board.

On motion of Dr. DiGiovanni, seconded by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members present voting aye, the Cortland County Timeliness of the County Treasurer’s Accounting and Reporting ( dated 1/1/02-8/13/2003) was ordered received and filed.

On motion of Mr. Cornell, seconded by Mr. McKee and adopted by all members present voting aye, the 2003 Annual Report – Cortland County Area Agency on Aging was ordered received and filed.

On motion of Mr. Allen, seconded by Ms. Breed and adopted by all members present voting aye, the 2003 Annual Report – Cortland County Weights and Measures was ordered received and filed.

On motion of Ms. Brown, seconded by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members present voting aye, the 2004 First Quarter Sales Tax Distribution Report – Treasurer’s Office was ordered received and filed.

On motion of Ms. Brown, seconded by Mr. Allen and adopted by all members present voting aye, the Mortgage Tax Report – Treasurer’s Office (10/1/2003-3/31/2004) was ordered received and filed.

On motion of Mr. Cornell, seconded by Mr. Allen and adopted by a two-thirds roll call vote all members present voting aye, Special Article No. 1 was moved to the floor. On motion of Mr. Steve, seconded by Ms. Breed and adopted by all members present voting aye, Special Article No. 01 became Resolution No. 193-04: Change Meeting Date July 2004 Legislative Session.

On motion of Mr. Steve, seconded by Mr. Allen and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 01 became Resolution No. 194-04: Establishing an Audit and Performance Assessment Team as a Special Committee

On motion of Mr. Steve, seconded by Ms. Breed and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 02 became Resolution No. 195-04: Refer Appointment of Election Commissioner to Democratic Minority

On motion of Mr. Steve, seconded by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 03 became Resolution No. 196-04: Rescind Resolution 283-84/ Establish Cortland County Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board

On motion of Mr. Behrenfeld, seconded by Mr. Allen and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 04 became Resolution No. 197-04: Authorize Apportionment of Mortgage Tax Monies, Treasurer’s Office (Mortgage Tax)

On motion of Mr. Behrenfeld, seconded by Mr. Ross and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 05 became Resolution No. 198-04: Authorize Public Hearing, Tompkins Cortland Community College (2004-2005 Operating Budget)

On motion of Mr. Ross, seconded by Mr. Elston and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 06 became Resolution No. 199-04: Authorize Agreements, Planning Department (Cortland County Snowmobile Clubs)

On motion of Mr. Steger, seconded by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 07 became Resolution No. 200-04: Accept Proposal, Authorize Agreement, Buildings and Grounds (V. Romanoff and Associates)

On motion of Dr. DiGiovanni, seconded by Ms. Brown and adopted by all members present voting aye except Ms. Tytler voting no, Agenda Item No. 08 became Resolution No. 210-04: Approval to Fill Above Midpoint, Health Department (Director of Patient Services) Ms. Tytler stated she was concerned with the amount of work needing to be done by the person who will fill this position because of combining two positions into one. Chairman Steve stated that he and Mr. Schrader had a lengthy discussion with the person who will fill this position and they all believe it will work okay.

On motion of Dr. DiGiovanni, seconded by Ms. Breed and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 09 became Resolution No. 211-04: Authorize Agreements, Health Department/Administration (Public Health Emergency and Preparedness Plan)

On motion of Dr. DiGiovanni, seconded by Mr. Tagliente and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 10 became Resolution No. 203-04: Authorize Agreement, Health Department/Environmental Health (Pesticide Application for Mosquito/Larva Control)

On motion of Dr. DiGiovanni, seconded by Mr. Allen and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 11 became Resolution No. 204-04: Increase Hours, Mental Health Department (Certified Social Worker)

On motion of Dr. DiGiovanni, seconded by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 12 became Resolution No. 205-04: Authorize Agreements, Mental Health Department (Consulting Psychologist)

On motion of Mr. Allen, seconded by Mr. Elston and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 13 became Resolution No. 206-04: Authorize Agreement, Highway Department (Specialized Services)

On motion of Mr. Allen, seconded by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 14 became Resolution No. 207-04: Award Leachate Hauling Contract, Highway Department/Landfill. Ms. Brown asked if the County had only received one bid and was told yes by Mr. Eggleston, Superintendent of Highways.

On motion of Mr. Allen, seconded by Mr. Steger and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 15 became Resolution No. 208-04: Award Service of Recycling Roll Off Containers Contract, Highway Department/Recycling

On motion of Mr. Allen, seconded by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 16 became Resolution No. 209-04: Award Sale of Processing of Recyclable Material Contract, Highway Department/Recycling

On motion of Mr. Allen, seconded by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 16 became Resolution No. 210-04: Obtain IDA Property, Highway Department, Recycling

On motion of Mr. Allen, seconded by Ms. Brown and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 17 became Resolution No. 211-04: Designation of Lead Agency, Declaration of No Significant Impact, CRT (Elevator/Sprinkler/Handicapped Restrooms)

On motion of Mr. Allen, seconded by Mr. Elston and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 19 became Resolution No. 212-04: Authorize County Attorney to Proceed with Acquisition of Land Under Eminent Domain Procedure Law, Highway Department

On motion of Ms. Brown, seconded by Mr. Cornell and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 20 became Resolution No. 213-04: Amend Budget, Department of Social Services (HEAP)

On motion of Ms. Brown, seconded by Mr. Elston and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 21 became Resolution No. 214-04: Accept Bids/Authorize Purchase, Area Agency on Aging/Nutrition (Paper Goods and Maintenance Supplies)

On motion of Ms. Brown, seconded by Mr. Tagliente and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 22 became Resolution No. 215-04: Accept Bids/Authorize Purchase, Area Agency on Aging/Nutrition (Milk and Dairy Products)

On motion of Ms. Brown, seconded by Mr. Tagliente and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 23 became Resolution No. 216-04: Accept Bids/Authorize Purchase, Area Agency on Aging/Nutrition (Miscellaneous Groceries and Frozen Foods)

On motion of Ms. Brown, seconded by Mr. Willcox and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 24 became Resolution No. 217-04: Amend Budget/Accept Donation, Youth Bureau (Pall Trinity Union Donation) Ms. Brown extended a thank you to Pall Trinity for the donation to the Youth Programs.

On motion of Mr. Wern, seconded by Ms. Breed and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 25 became Resolution No. 218-04: Accept Grant/Amend Budget, Sheriff’s Department (Recorder Upgrade)

On motion Ms. Breed, seconded by Ms. Brown and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 26 became Resolution No. 219-04: Rescind Resolution No. 182-94 and No. 234-94, Establishing Standard Workday for Elected and Appointed Officials

On motion of Ms. Breed, seconded by Mr. McKee and adopted by all members present voting aye, Agenda Item No. 27 became Resolution No. 220-04: Establish Standard Workday for Certain Elected and Appointed Officials for Retirement System Purposes

Mr. Cornell announced the CTVS committee meeting would start at 6:45 in room 304.

Mr. Allen reminded Legislators of the upcoming highway tour and committee meeting to discuss Resolution on triple tipping fee on June 18, 2004 at 8:30 am.

Mr. Wern noted a joint meeting with Judiciary/Public Safety Committee and Alternatives to Incarcerations Advisory Board on July 22, 2004 at 8:00 am.

On motion of Ms. Brown, seconded by Mr. Wern meeting was adjourned at 6:40pm.

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