STEUBEN COUNTY AGRICULTURE, INDUSTRY & PLANNING COMMITTEE. Monday, January 9, 2012

Transcription

1 STEUBEN COUNTY AGRICULTURE, INDUSTRY & PLANNING COMMITTEE Monday, January 9, :30 a.m. Legislative Committee Room Steuben County Office Building Bath, New York **MINUTES** COMMITTEE: Thomas J. Ryan, Chair Randolph J. Weaver, Vice Chair Dan C. Farrand Robin K. Lattimer William A. Peoples, Jr. STAFF: Mark R. Alger Jack Wheeler Amy Dlugos William Partridge Alan Reed Twila O Dell LEGISLATORS: Joseph J. Hauryski Lawrence P. Crossett Carol A. Ferratella K. Michael Hanna OTHERS: Daniel Hubbard, Steuben County Farm Bureau Karen Hubbard, Steuben County Farm Bureau Jeff Hull, Steuben County Landowners Coalition Neil Vitale, Steuben County Landowners Coalition, Joint Landowners Coalition Tom Cornell, Cornell Cooperative Extension I. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Ryan called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m. and asked Mr. Wheeler to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. II. PUBLIC COMMENT Mr. Ryan opened the floor for opportunity for public comment. Jeff Hull, Steuben County Landowners Coalition, distributed a fact sheet regarding natural gas drilling. The Steuben County Landowners Coalition represents approximately 199,600 acres and everyone in the coalition is pro gas drilling. There is so much at stake. Gas drilling could be a huge revenue source for the County. Nothing else would offer the economic benefits that you will get from gas drilling. He invited the Legislators to visit the Coalition s website at Neil Vitale stated that he has been a dairy farmer in the County for 40 years. He is a member of the Steuben County Landowners Coalition and is here today representing the Joint Landowners Coalition which has 34 coalitions in the Southern Tier. He would like to address the concerns regarding the bird focus area. This will prevent drillers from coming into the area because they will have to do studies on bird habitat before any pads could be constructed. After the initial study, if there is found to be no endangerment to the birds, then another study would need to be done after the drill pad is constructed. He stated that he has talked with representatives from Chesapeake and they have indicated this will hinder them and it will take them almost four years to complete the permitting process in our County. The Coalition has organized a petition drive and has collected almost 10,000 signatures. We have a grievance with the SGEIS that came out last month and feel that the DEC has gone too far in their regulation. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: APPROVING THE MINUTES FROM THE DECEMBER 6, 2011, MEETING MADE BY MS. LATTIMER. SECONDED BY MR. PEOPLES. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES Monday, January 9, 2012

2 IV. OUTSIDE AGENCY REPORTS A. Steuben County Farm Bureau 1. Grasslands Protection Mr. Hubbard stated that he had sent out some information about how this grasslands protection would put a hardship on farmers in the area. The best prospects for gas drilling in the County are in the same areas where they are focusing on the birds. The SGEIS has pushed drilling opportunities away from these areas. The State is remediating the bird damage by not allowing them to drill. We feel this is unfair. We don t think the State should be regulating this type of thing. Many people in these areas have no clue what is going on with the SGEIS and it is ours, and the County s, responsibility to protect their rights. Mr. Ryan asked what about the grasslands that are already being worked? Mr. Vitale explained this is harmful for the dairy industry. If the drillers are located on your farm, you cannot harvest your hay from May to August 15 th during those four years. Ms. Lattimer commented that will interrupt normal agriculture. Mr. Hubbard stated he would like the County to endorse our statement and see if we can get the State to make a change or eliminate this requirement. This is basically an unprecedented regulation that hasn t been enacted anywhere else in the United States. We feel this was put in place to push the drillers away from our area and has gone beyond their scope of protecting the water and environment. Mr. Ryan stated that we will forward this information to our Natural Gas Task Force. Discussion followed. V. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS/REQUESTS A. Planning 1. Community Development Block Grant Mrs. Dlugos requested authorization to accept a Community Development Block Grant from the New York State Office of Community Renewal in the amount of $198,000. This will be used for the well and septic replacement program. MOTION: AUTHORIZING THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT TO ACCEPT A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FROM THE NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF COMMUNITY RENEWAL IN THE AMOUNT OF $198,000 FOR WELL AND SEPTIC REPLACEMENTS MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MR. WEAVER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. Resolution Required. 2. Modifying, Adopting, and Consolidating Agricultural Districts No. 6, 13, 18 and 22 Mrs. Dlugos stated that as a result of the eight-year review, she is requesting authorization to modify, adopt and consolidate these four districts into one district. These districts are located in Erwin, Rathbone, Tuscarora and Campbell. MOTION: MODIFYING, ADOPTING, AND CONSOLIDATING AGRICULTURAL DISTRICTS NO.6, NO. 13, NO. 18 AND NO. 22 AS A RESULT OF THE EIGHT YEAR REVIEWS OF SAID DISTRICTS MADE BY MR. WEAVER. SECONDED BY MR. FARRAND. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. Resolution Required. B. Buildings & Grounds 1. Contracts Mr. Partridge presented his 2012 Maintenance Contracts for approval. MOTION: APPROVING THE FOLLOWING 2012 MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS FOR THE BUILDINGS & GROUNDS DEPARTMENT: ADVANCED SAFETY SYSTEMS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE FOR FIRE PREVENTION SYSTEM FOR COMPUTER ROOM ($1,040.00); DAVIS-ULMER SPRINKLER INSPECTION AND TESTING OF SPRINKLER SYSTEM AND BACK FLOW PREVENTERS AT PULTENEY SQUARE COMPLEX, HUMAN SERVICES BUILDING AND 911 ($3,485.00); DAVIS-ULMER SPRINKLER INSPECTION, TESTING AND MONITORING OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEM AT PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING IN HORNELL ($688.00); DAVIS-ULMER SPRINKLER INSPECTION AND TESTING OF SPRINKLER SYSTEM AT PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING ($1,760.00); EASTERN SECURITY INSPECTION, TESTING, MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING OF FIRE AND SECURITY SYSTEMS IN HORNELL COURTHOUSE, CORNING COURTHOUSE AND BALCOM HOUSE ($2,951.40); EMERGENCY POWER SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE OF GENERATOR AT 911 AND CIVIL DEFENSE CENTER ($ FOR 911 AND $ FOR CIVIL DEFENSE); FIRE ALARM SERVICE TECHNOLOGY MONITORING, INSPECTION, 2 Monday, January 9, 2012

3 TESTING AND MAINTENANCE OF EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS AND MONITORING EQUIPMENT OF MAIN OFFICE BUILDING, BATH COURTHOUSE, COUNTY CLERK, SURROGATES AND HUMAN SERVICES BUILDING ($3,762.00); HOLEVINSKI MECHANICAL & SALVAGE SNOW REMOVAL ($ PER PLOW HORNELL COURTHOUSE AND $60.00 PER PLOW 7604 SENECA ROAD NORTH); IMPERIAL DOOR CONTROLS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ON POWER DOOR OPERATORS ($450.00); SDS OF NY REFUSE REMOVAL ($ HORNELL COURTHOUSE AND $ CORNING COURTHOUSE); SKJ FACILITIES MANAGEMENT, INC. COMMERCIAL CLEANING OF COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING ($ PER WEEK); SOUTHERN TIER FIRE EXTINGUISHER TESTING AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS ($350.00); TRANE ($30,800 PULTENEY SQUARE COMPLEX AND $17,400 PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING); AND WEST FIRE SYSTEMS, INC. TESTING AND MAINTENANCE OF 911 FIRE ALARM ($900.00) MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. C. Historian 1. Hall of Fame Committee Ms. O Dell requested approval to add six members to the Hall of Fame Committee. MOTION: APPOINTING THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS TO THE HALL OF FAME COMMITTEE: LORRAINE LOOMIS-KONIG OF HAMMONDSPORT, HARRY REYNOLDS OF WAYLAND, CAROL REYNOLDS OF WAYLAND, LENORA APPLEBEE OF PRATTSBURGH, BONNIE MOORE OF ADDISON AND EDWARD CLANCY OF HORNELL MADE BY MR. WEAVER. SECONDED BY MR. FARRAND. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. D. Administrator 1. Contracts Mr. Alger requested approval to renew their contracts with REDEC (Regional Economic Development and Energy Corporation) and the Hornell City Empire Zone. REDEC provides loans to small businesses in the areas of energy or economic development for energy efficiency. The amount of that contract is $10,000. The Hornell City Empire Zone provides administration for those individuals who are in the Hornell Empire Zone. The amount of that contract is $15,000. MOTION: APPROVING THE FOLLOWING CONTRACT RENEWALS FOR THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR: REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND ENERGY CORPORATION (REDEC) FOR $10, AND THE HORNELL CITY EMPIRE ZONE FOR $15, MADE BY MR. WEAVER. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES ARC Grant Mr. Alger informed the committee that the County, along with the Steuben County Industrial Development Agency and Southern Tier Central, have applied for an ARC grant to do infrastructure mapping for the County. The local share would be $5, Once we find out if we have been approved, he will then bring it to committee for approval. With this grant, we will be able to identify on our GIS system any water, sewer or other general utilities within the county. V. OTHER BUSINESS A. Soil & Water Conservation District Appointments Mr. Farrand stated the Soil & Water Conservation District Board of Directors has requested the reappointments of David Stull and Ernest Swift. MOTION: RECOMMENDING THE REAPPOINTMENTS OF DAVID STULL AND ERNEST SWIFT TO THE STEUBEN COUNTY SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. Resolution Required. B. Meeting Date Mr. Ryan stated that it has been recommended by the Chairman of the Legislature to hold the regular meeting on the first Wednesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. 3 Monday, January 9, 2012

4 MOTION: SETTING THE DATE FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE AIP COMMITTEE FOR THE FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 9:00 A.M. MADE BY MR. WEAVER. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. MOTION CARRIES 4-1. (MR. FARRAND OPPOSED.) Mr. Ryan stated that due to the NYSAC conference, it is necessary to move the February meeting. He recommended moving the meeting to Wednesday, February 8, 2012, at 9:00 a.m. MOTION: CHANGING THE DATE OF THE FEBRUARY MEETING TO WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2012, AT 9:00 A.M. MADE BY MR. WEAVER. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. MOTION: TO ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION AND RECONVENE IN EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO PUBLIC OFFICERS LAW, ARTICLE F. THE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, CREDIT OR EMPLOYMENT HISTORY OF A PARTICULAR PERSON OR CORPORATION, OR MATTERS LEADING TO THE APPOINTMENT, EMPLOYMENT, PROMOTION, DEMOTION, DISCIPLINE, SUSPENSION, DISMISSAL OR REMOVAL OF A PARTICULAR PERSON OR CORPORATION MADE BY MS. LATTIMER. SECONDED BY MR. PEOPLES. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. MOTION: TO ADJOURN EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RECONVENE IN REGULAR SESSION MADE BY MR. WEAVER. SECONDED BY MR. FARRAND. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. MOTION: TO ADJOURN MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MR. PEOPLES. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. Respectfully Submitted by Amanda L. Chapman Deputy Clerk Steuben County Legislature NEXT MEETING SCHEDULED FOR **PLEASE NOTE CHANGE**Wednesday, February 8, 9:00 a.m.**please NOTE CHANGE** Please send agenda items to the Clerk of the Legislature s Office NO LATER THAN NOON on Wednesday, February 1, Monday, January 9, 2012

5 STEUBEN COUNTY AGRICULTURE, INDUSTRY & PLANNING COMMITTEE Wednesday, February 8, :00 a.m. Legislative Committee Room Steuben County Office Building Bath, New York **MINUTES** COMMITTEE: Thomas J. Ryan, Chair Randolph J. Weaver, Vice Chair Dan C. Farrand Robin K. Lattimer William A. Peoples STAFF: Mark R. Alger Jack Wheeler Bill Partridge Amy Dlugos Steve Bates Shawn Corey Jim Gleason LEGISLATORS: Joseph J. Hauryski Lawrence P. Crossett Carol A. Ferratella K. Michael Hanna Gary B. Roush OTHERS: Jamie Johnson, Executive Director, Steuben County IDA Chuck Peacock, Corning Small Business Development Center Vicki Mosgrove, Executive Director, Finger Lakes S.P.C.A. Francis Gehl, Board Member, Finger Lakes S.P.C.A. Dr. Susan Farmer Danielle Hendricks Jeff Hull, Steuben County Landowner s Coalition I. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Ryan called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: APPROVING THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 9, 2012, MEETING MADE BY MR. PEOPLES. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 4-0. (MR. FARRAND ABSENT FOR VOTE) III. OUTSIDE AGENCY REPORTS/REQUESTS A. Steuben County Industrial Development Agency 1. Update Mr. Johnson introduced Chuck Peacock who is the Business Advisor for the Small Business Development Center in Corning. They provide consulting services in Bath and Hornell. The New York Business Development Corporation provides funding for business throughout the state. They have a number of programs, and one in particular serves as the intake point for the Small Business Development Center. The SBDC will handle projects up to $2 million and that is crucial for the growth of business in Steuben County. 2. County Farm Mr. Johnson stated we currently have an agreement with the County that states that the County and the IDA share in the proceeds of any sale related to the County Farm. The County receives 75 percent and the IDA receives 25 percent. He stated that they have been looking at the County Farm and are finding that the development that is going to take place is slightly more difficult than what had originally been anticipated due to the topography and drainage issues. Taking that into consideration, there is half as much area for buildings than what had originally been presented to the County in the 1990 s. Mr. Johnson stated that due to the additional investment that would be required to develop that property, the IDA would like to establish the creation of a Steuben County Economic Development Fund. This would be funded by taking the proceeds that would normally go to the County and the IDA and putting that into a fund that would be established for the capital 1 Wednesday, February 8, 2012

6 investments to develop the property. He showed a flood plain map which reduces the number of buildings we could put on the property, down to three. We also have access issues and will need to invest in a pumping station for sewage. This fund would be utilized for these types of investments. Currently, the IDA is asking for $15,000 per acre for the County Farm property. If we could get $10,000 per acre, we could generate $1 million in revenue to put back into this property or any of our other properties. Mr. Alger stated that he thinks this is a good idea. If we don t do this, the proceeds we would receive from a sale would just go into the General Fund. Using the money in this fashion has a significant impact on our ability to do things with the IDA and expand economic development efforts. This money will stay with the IDA. MOTION: AMENDING THE AGREEMENT WITH THE STEUBEN COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGARDING THE PROCEEDS OF ANY SALE OF THE COUNTY FARM PROPERTY TO STATE THAT THOSE PROCEEDS WILL REMAIN WITH THE STEUBEN COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY ON THE CONDITION THAT IT WILL BE PLACED INTO A FUND TO BE USED FOR CAPITAL INVESTMENTS AT THE COUNTY FARM OR OTHER SITES MADE BY MS. LATTIMER. SECONDED BY MR. WEAVER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 4-0. (MR. FARRAND ABSENT FOR VOTE) Resolution Required. Secretary s Note: In order to maintain consistency within the minutes, discussions that occurred at different times during the course of the meeting have been grouped together. B. Finger Lakes S.P.C.A. 1. Update Officer Mazzo stated that we will be talking about an ongoing case and there is still pending litigation. He requested this topic be discussed in Executive Session. Ms. Mosgrove stated that she is the Executive Director of the Finger Lakes S.P.C.A. We work tirelessly to protect animals. She distributed handouts which give a general overview of their program. Mr. Gehl commented law enforcement has nothing but high regard for Officer Mazzo and the work he does. IV. PUBLIC COMMENT Mr. Ryan stated that at this time he will open the floor for opportunity for public comment relating to the S.P.C.A. Mr. Alger stated we won t be addressing specifics about this case. This is an opportunity for the public to speak to this issue and also for the S.P.C.A. to provide the committee with an update. That is the purpose of this meeting. Danielle Hendricks stated that she has been dealing with the S.P.C.A. since February of last year regarding the care of horses in the Town of Thurston. A horse that we previously owned was adopted out by the S.P.C.A. and was being neglected by their owner. We contacted Officer Mazzo who promised to monitor the situation. She stated that she sent an to the S.P.C.A. in September telling them that the horses were being starved. The S.P.C.A. received s from other individual regarding this. In October, the S.P.C.A. did go in and take the horses and one of the horses died within two weeks of that. Ms. Hendricks stated that she feels the S.P.C.A. investigator is not doing his job. Why did it take from February to October to take care of this situation? There being no further comments relative to the S.P.C.A., Mr. Ryan declared the opportunity for public comment closed. Mr. Ryan opened the floor for opportunity for public comment relating to any other issues. Jeff Hull stated that he is with the Steuben County Landowner s Coalition. He would like to remind this group that there is another opinion on gas drilling other than the anti-drillers. There are two issues; economic and environmental. The economic issue should be a no brainer. If you are familiar with Title V of the tax code, you know that this will be beneficial to the County, towns/villages and the schools. Most of the issues that are being brought up regarding the environment are based on emotion; however, the heavier truck traffic is a concern. He distributed two fact sheets for the committee s information. 2 Wednesday, February 8, 2012

7 There being no further comments, Mr. Ryan declared the opportunity for public comment closed. V. DEPARTMENTAL REQUESTS A. Buildings & Grounds 1. Capital Projects Mr. Partridge requested authorization to solicit bids on two of their capital projects for The first is for the Exterior Painting of the Hornell Courthouse and the second is the Seal/Striping of Parking Lots at the Main Office Building, 911 and the Hornell Courthouse. He stated that he does have money in the budget for these projects. MOTION: AUTHORIZING THE SUPERINTENDENT OF BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS TO SOLICIT BIDS FOR THE EXTERIOR PAINTING OF THE HORNELL COURTHOUSE AND FOR THE SEAL/STRIPING OF THE PARKING LOTS AT THE MAIN OFFICE BUILDING, 911 AND THE HORNELL COURTHOUSE MADE BY MR. WEAVER. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES Hunt Engineers Mr. Partridge stated we received bids for the sprinkler work and they had come back higher than expected so they were rejected. Hunt Engineers did the redesign of the specifications and has requested an additional $3, to do that work. We have redesigned the sprinkler systems for the four front buildings and that is ready to go out to bid. We are still working on the redesign for the Human Services Building. Mr. Partridge stated we do have a contract with Hunt and we have money available in our budget to fund this increase. MOTION: AUTHORIZING BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS TO AMEND THEIR CONTRACT WITH HUNT ENGINEERS TO REFLECT AN INCREASE IN FEES OF $3, TO DO THE REDESIGN WORK FOR THE WATER MAIN AND SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIRS MADE BY MS. LATTIMER. SECONDED BY MR. FARRAND. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES Flagpole Mr. Ryan asked that at night the flag either be taken down or a light be installed. Mr. Partridge replied they have been taking the flag down at night. B. Weights & Measures 1. Review of Livingston County Mr. Bates stated that he was asked to provide a brief update on the work they are doing in Livingston County. He distributed a handout showing the device counts. Some of the devices in Livingston County have not been inspected since Our office has been very busy, however, we are getting compliance. Ms. Lattimer asked how quickly are you catching up? Mr. Bates replied right now we are still in the process of finding out what hasn t been done. It will take some time to find everything and get the compliance back up. Mr. Alger replied they are at about 90 percent. MOTION: TO ADJOURN REGULAR SESSION AND RECONVENE IN EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO PUBLIC OFFICER S LAW, ARTICLE C. INFORMATION RELATING TO CURRENT OR FUTURE INVESTIGATION OR PROSECUTION OF A CRIMINAL OFFENSE WHICH WOULD IMPERIL EFFECTIVE LAW ENFORCEMENT IF DISCLOSED AND ARTICLE F. THE MEDICAL, FINANCIAL, CREDIT OR EMPLOYMENT HISTORY OF A PARTICULAR PERSON OR CORPORATION, OR MATTERS LEADING TO THE APPOINTMENT, EMPLOYMENT, PROMOTION, DEMOTION, DISCIPLINE, SUSPENSION, DISMISSAL OR REMOVAL OF A PARTICULAR PERSON OR CORPORATION MADE BY MR. WEAVER. SECONDED BY MR. PEOPLES. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. MOTION: FORWARDING TO THE FULL LEGISLATURE THE NAMES OF THE RECOMMENDED INDUCTEES INTO THE 2012 STEUBEN COUNTY HALL OF FAME MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. Resolution Required. MOTION: TO ADJOURN EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RECONVENE IN REGULAR SESSION MADE BY MS. LATTIMER. SECONDED BY MR. PEOPLES. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES Wednesday, February 8, 2012

8 MOTION: TO ADJOURN MADE BY MR. WEAVER. SECONDED BY MR. FARRAND. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. Respectfully Submitted by Amanda L. Chapman Deputy Clerk Steuben County Legislature NEXT MEETING SCHEDULED FOR Wednesday, March 7, 9:00 a.m. Please send agenda items to the Clerk of the Legislature s Office NO LATER THAN NOON on Wednesday, February 29, Wednesday, February 8, 2012

9 STEUBEN COUNTY AGRICULTURE, INDUSTRY & PLANNING COMMITTEE Wednesday, March 7, :00 a.m. Legislative Committee Room Steuben County Office Building Bath, New York **MINUTES** COMMITTEE: Thomas J. Ryan, Chair Randolph J. Weaver, Vice Chair Dan C. Farrand Robin K. Lattimer William A. Peoples STAFF: Mark R. Alger Jack Wheeler Amy Dlugos Vincent Spagnoletti Bill Partridge Brenda Mori Shawn Corey LEGISLATORS: Joseph J. Hauryski Carol A. Ferratella OTHERS: Jeff Parker, Steuben County Soil & Water Conservation District Jonathan Barter, Steuben County Soil & Water Conservation District Jane Russell, Pulteney Town Supervisor Dan Hubbard, Steuben County Farm Bureau Karen Hubbard, Steuben County Farm Bureau Rachel Treichler Robert Popejoy Mark Schlechter Mary Perham, The Leader I. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Ryan called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and asked Mr. Partridge to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: APPROVING THE MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 8, 2012, MEETING MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. Mr. Ryan stated that he just wanted to review with the committee the goals that Chairman Hauryski has outlined for the AIP committee. These goals, or to-do items, are helping to promote the agricultural community, how to fund outside agencies, economic development and fostering a relationship with the Steuben County Industrial Development Agency and continuation of the Natural Gas Task Force. Additionally, Mr. Ryan stated that he has concerns regarding the Veterans Service Agency and the need for people to volunteer and help this office catch up. III. OUTSIDE AGENCY REPORTS/REQUESTS A. Steuben County Soil & Water Conservation District 1. Updates Mr. Parker informed the committee that they are holding their annual tree and shrub sale program. Deadline to order is March 30 th and pickup will be April 20 th 21 st. We are also conducting our fish program. If you are interested in ordering, please contact their office. Mr. Parker stated they submitted two applications for the Round 18 program to help farmers on the installation of best management practices for prescribed grazing systems, barnyards, watering facilities, manure storage and tile outlet diversion. These grants total $2 million with $1 million being paid by the State. We also have received a 1 Wednesday, March 7, 2012

10 contract for the Round 17 grant for implementation of best management practices that includes prescribed grazing and barnyards for 14 landowners totaling $560,000. Of that, $450,000 is being paid with State funds. Mr. Parker stated that they will be bidding out their excavator which they purchased in They will also be looking to purchase a new excavator. This is an important piece of equipment and we want to keep it upgraded. Our current excavator has 4,000 hours on it and we use it extensively for road work and the stream stabilization program. Mr. Parker informed the committee that under the Agriculture Assessment Program, we are mandated by the State to do a tax reduction program. Basically, the assessed value of the producer s property is based on the soils. A State rate is set for every type of soil. To date 113 landowners have completed 185 worksheets totaling 14,000 acres. 2. Invasive Plant Species Alert Mr. Parker informed the committee that Hydrilla was found in the Cayuga Inlet in Tompkins County last summer. The Tompkins County Administrator had wanted to see if he could get state funds to address this and the disturbing thing is they wanted to tap into our existing FLOWPA program. Mr. Parker stated that he is concerned about this as we don t want to see this plant species invade our waters, but we cannot afford to give up the money we receive from the State. The Soil & Water Conservation District, as well as Southern Tier Central, has sent letters to our local State representatives about this. We, in conjunction with the Local Water Quality Coordination Committee, will put together an educational meeting for the public. We are also investing in 10 signs that will be posted at public boat launches at our local lakes. 3. Biomass Project Mr. Barter stated that the business plan for the Southern Tier Biomass Project is an ongoing process. A feasibility study was completed December 31, 2011 and was done by an independent consultant. It was determined that this is a feasible project. Funding is critical and we are looking for funding opportunities. Previously we had thought we could get funding from the USDA, but that is no longer a viable option. One area of cash flow would be from the gas drilling operations. A company has offered to purchase material that they would use to absorb the drill cuttings, such as sawdust or wood pellets. We are looking to the company to provide us with a sample of what they would need so we could see if that is something we could produce. If that works, we will have a guarantee that the company will purchase up to 115 tons per month. That would accelerate the viability of this project. The Bath VA and a couple of schools have shown interest in this program. We are also working with the Steuben County Industrial Development Agency to find a location for an industrial plant. Everything is contingent on funding. Mr. Parker commented this is something that will need to stand on its own. Discussion followed. IV. DEPARTMENTAL REQUESTS A. Planning 1. Public Hearing on Land Submitted for Inclusion in Certified Agricultural Districts Mrs. Dlugos stated it is that time of year for inclusion of land into certified agricultural districts. MOTION: AUTHORIZING A PUBLIC HEARING ON LAND SUBMITTED FOR INCLUSION IN CERTIFIED AGRICULTURAL DISTRICTS DURING THE 2012 ANNUAL THIRTY-DAY PERIOD MADE BY MS. LATTIMER. SECONDED BY MR. WEAVER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 4-0. Resolution Required. 2. Updating County Building Permit Fees Mrs. Dlugos informed the committee that there is one town, Addison, that we administer the building code for. We have a contract with Marv Rethmel to provide code enforcement services for the Town of Addison. The building permit fees we use have been in place since It is difficult to work with the old fees as they are based on the value of construction. She requested authorization to use the new building permit fee schedule which is based on square footage. She asked that this be made effective April 1, Wednesday, March 7, 2012

11 MOTION: ADOPTING NEW COUNTY BUILDING PERMIT FEES BASED ON SQUARE FOOTAGE, EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2012, MADE BY MR. WEAVER. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES Authorizing Federal Transit Operating Assistance Agreement with NYSDOT Mrs. Dlugos requested authorization to enter into an agreement with the New York State Department of Transportation to allow us to receive federal funding for our bus system as well as to receive State operating assistance. MOTION: AUTHORIZING THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT TO ENTER INTO A FEDERAL TRANSIT OPERATING ASSISTANCE AGREEMENT WITH THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 4-0. Resolution Required. B. Administrator 1. Inter-Municipal Agreement with Livingston County Mr. Alger requested approval to extend the Inter-Municipal Agreement they have with Livingston County to provide Weights and Measures services through December 31, The amount of this agreement is $45, MOTION: AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TO EXTEND THE INTER-MUNICIPAL AGREEMENT WITH LIVINGSTON COUNTY TO PROVIDE WEIGHTS & MEASURES SERVICES THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2013, FOR A TOTAL COST OF $45, MADE BY MS. LATTIMER. SECONDED BY MR. WEAVER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 4-0. V. OTHER BUSINESS A. Request from Town of Pulteney to Protect Finger Lakes from Hydrofracking Ms. Russell, Pulteney Town Supervisor, stated that she is here today to request the Legislature to adopt a resolution requesting the Governor, State representatives and the DEC, to apply the same standards to Steuben County and the Finger Lakes Watersheds that the DEC has indicated it will apply to the New York City and Syracuse Watersheds. She stated that our county is quite diverse and one of the highest priority items of her constituents is that they protect Keuka Lake. The Towns of Wayne, Urbana and Pulteney, as well as the Village of Hammondsport, are concerned about protecting Keuka Lake from the potential dangers of hydrofracking and related activities. Ms. Russell stated we are way behind in presenting this to the State as Yates County sent their resolution months ago. They were very quick to ask that the same considerations be given to the Finger Lakes as has been given to New York City and Syracuse. It is because of the fact that thousands of people use the Finger Lakes for drinking water and income that we need to consider this resolution. Mr. Farrand stated that he has looked at this resolution and the only town that supports this is Pulteney. He stated that until he gets word from the other municipalities that they want this, he will not support this. Mr. Ryan asked how many voters do you represent? Ms. Russell stated they have 950 voters. Mr. Ryan asked are the majority in favor of this? Ms. Russell replied she believes they are as she was elected on an anti-fracking ticket. Mr. Ryan stated we are a diverse county and we represent 100,000 people in the county. He stated that he feels if we support a resolution like this as a county, we may not being doing justice to the other residents. Ms. Russell stated the Town of Wayne has passed a moratorium and the Town of Urbana is looking to set up a public hearing to discuss a moratorium. Ms. Lattimer commented a moratorium does not mean that a municipality is against drilling. Ms. Russell asked if we brought in resolutions from the surrounding municipalities, would that satisfy your requirement for knowing the other municipalities are in agreement with this? Mr. Farrand replied at least that is his feeling. If Wayne, Urbana and Hammondsport all say they want this, then he would consider supporting a resolution for the watershed of Keuka Lake. Mr. Schlechter distributed a packet of information for the committee containing the resolution from Yates County, a letter from Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb calling for this type of protection for the Finger Lakes, as well as an article entitled Federal Scientists Warn NY of Fracking Risks. Secretary s Note: A copy of this packet is filed with the Official Minutes in the Clerk of the Legislature s Office. 3 Wednesday, March 7, 2012

12 Ms. Russell stated that the Town of Pulteney sent a similar resolution to the Governor prior to her being elected which pertained to the Keuka Lake Watershed. Mr. Alger stated the Watershed is not isolated to any particular town. Mr. Ryan asked how would this affect the County s liability? Mr. Alger stated this has nothing to do with the County. Mr. Corey commented they are asking for a memorializing resolution and there are no major concerns with regard to liability. Mr. Ryan stated that a hydrogeologist has been scheduled to come to the April meeting to present information on this subject. He would suggest that we look at all information before making a decision. Mr. Weaver agreed that this should be tabled until at least next month. We need to clarify what kind of resolution they are looking for. He commented that personally, he doesn t have a problem with this. Mrs. Ferratella stated that Mr. Hanna had previously given us a map of the watershed. She asked that it be included with this resolution. Ms. Lattimer commented that it is no secret that most legislators on the State level have pushed very hard for the DEC to allow for protection of the Finger Lakes. Having said that, she stated that she has some reservations about voting for a resolution like this that extends to her town, as she doesn t want to preclude landowners from using their land as they see fit. This is a balancing act. She stated that she doesn t want to see Keuka Lake or the Finger Lakes affected. However, we have to see where the Watershed is and see what it encompasses. Mr. Ryan thanked Ms. Russell for the information. We all have the same interest to move ahead safely and protect our environment. B. Steuben County Farm Bureau Mr. Hubbard stated that they attended lobby days in Albany. With regard to the agricultural assessments that were discussed earlier, the Farm Bureau is involved with that. The assessment is capped at a 10 percent increase per year. The State looks at the soil type on your farm and they give you the potential you have for raising crops and they cap those types at certain values per acre. They also use a commodity price to figure out that formula. The Farm Bureau is asking for a 2 percent cap on this income yearly to match the 2 percent tax cap. Mr. Hubbard stated that he would like to share the Farm Bureau s position on gas drilling. In Steuben County we have 600 farm family members and in the State, there are over 28,000 farm families. This is an issue going back more than five years. The consensus is that the Farm Bureau does support drilling as long as it is done safely. Our water quality is the best in the nation. We have the most stringent environmental agency in the country protecting our waters. Mr. Hubbard stated we have been told by the DEC that they have enough staff to do wells. The Farm Bureau has asked that the DEC get more staff to handle this. We shouldn t look at drilling as what can we do to stop it ; it should be what can we do to help. If you want to help agriculture, let them drill. MOTION: TO ADJOURN MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 4-0. Respectfully Submitted by Amanda L. Chapman Deputy Clerk Steuben County Legislature NEXT MEETING SCHEDULED FOR Wednesday, April 4, 9:00 a.m. Please send agenda items to the Clerk of the Legislature s Office NO LATER THAN NOON on Wednesday, March 28, Wednesday, March 7, 2012

13 STEUBEN COUNTY AGRICULTURE, INDUSTRY AND PLANNING COMMITTEE Wednesday, April 4, :00 a.m. Legislative Committee Room Steuben County Office Building Bath, New York **MINUTES** COMMITTEE: Randolph J. Weaver, Vice Chair Dan C. Farrand Robin K. Lattimer William A. Peoples STAFF: Mark R. Alger Jack Wheeler Bill Partridge Amy Dlugos Steve Catherman Jim Gleason Shawn Corey LEGISLATORS: Joseph J. Hauryski Lawrence P. Crossett Carol A. Ferratella K. Michael Hanna Gary B. Roush ABSENT: OTHERS: Thomas J. Ryan, Chair Steven Palmitier, Chenango County Natural Gas Consultant Jeff Parker, Soil & Water Conservation District Jonathan Barter, Soil & Water Conservation District Jane Davis, Steuben County Mobility Manager Robert Popejoy Mark Schlechter Karen Hubbard, Steuben County Farm Bureau Mary Perham, The Leader I. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Weaver called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and asked Mr. Parker to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: APPROVING THE MINUTES OF THE MARCH 7, 2012, MEETING MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 4-0. III. PRESENTATION A. Natural Gas Drilling in New York Mr. Palmitier stated that he previously worked in manufacturing and gas drilling was taking place on his property. There is a gross misunderstanding of the process of drilling and the oversight. He is a member of numerous organizations including IOGA, the Petroleum Engineers Society and the Geologist Society. There are local jobs available, the key is to figure out your niche and how to make it work for you. Chenango County formed an ad hoc natural gas committee. One interesting piece of information is that non-charter counties cannot enter into gas leases. There is a bill in the Senate and Assembly which would allow non-charter counties to lease their properties. At this time, school districts also are unable to enter into leases. Mr. Palmitier commented that the American Association of Geologists is baffled by the arguments of natural gas drilling. They are professionals and know what the layers of the earth look like and how water travels through the ground. They feel that gas drilling can be done safely. With regard to the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), they agree that they are understaffed and the effect of that will be detrimental to the gas drillers. Mr. Palmitier stated that he will be here for the remainder of the morning if anyone is interested in discussing this further. 1 Wednesday, April 4, 2012

14 IV. OUTSIDE AGENCY REPORTS/REQUESTS A. Steuben County Soil & Water Conservation District 1. Water Quality Coordinating Committee Annual Report Mr. Parker stated the Water Quality Coordinating Committee was first formulated in 1992 and the reason it was formed was because at that time, the State had no good way of assessing water quality at the county level. We received seed money through the Department of Agriculture and Markets and used that to put together a committee and define strategies for how to address water quality issues in the county. In addition, we also moved ahead with a plan to help the state determine a priority water body list within the county. The money dried up, but we kept meeting and we selffunded our update in We put together a strategy for every watershed in this county and set priorities and goals. The Department of Agriculture and Markets gave us money, along with a list of items to do and one of those items was to complete an annual report. This committee meets four times per year and Mrs. Dlugos is the Chair and Tom Ryan is the Legislative Representative. B. Cornell Cooperative Extension 1. Biomass Feedstock Mr. Tomsa distributed a handout depicting statistical information regarding biomass feedstock. New York State is near the top of the range for the amount of available biomass research. From the results of our local feedstock study we recognized that we need to develop an inventory of feedstock. Our feedstock resources do not compete in any way with resources for other purposes. The only other county that has a larger amount of available biomass feedstock is Chenango. Mr. Tomsa stated we shouldn t be focusing on any one thing. It is important to focus our efforts on the systems where the infrastructure already exists. Discussion followed. C. Steuben County Farm Bureau 1. Informational Mrs. Hubbard commented that she would like to reiterate that we do support drilling for natural gas. Farmers are good stewards of the land. We want to have safe drilling and when that is available, we will support it. V. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS A. Buildings & Grounds 1. Water Main Project Quote Mr. Partridge stated we had problems with the sprinkler systems in the three front buildings and at the Human Services Building. The system at the Human Services Building was corrected and repaired for $1,400. We still have a 1935 system. The last time that we bid the water main project for the sprinkler system, the bids came in at $66,000. We looked at the options and put it back out for quotes. We received two quotes; one from Frey & Campbell for $19, and one from John Kuhn Plumbing for $15, We do have money in our budget for this project. He recommended awarding the quote to John Kuhn Plumbing. MOTION: AWARDING THE QUOTE FOR THE WATER MAIN PROJECT TO JOHN KUHN PLUMBING FOR $15, MADE BY MR. PEOPLES. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 4-0. B. Planning 1. Approving the Addition of Agricultural Lands to Certified Agricultural Districts Mrs. Dlugos stated they have approximately 2,400 acres of land in five districts and these are all active. MOTION: AUTHORIZING THE ADDITION OF AGRICULTURAL LANDS TO CERTIFIED AGRICULTURAL DISTRICTS MADE BY MS. LATTIMER. SECONDED BY MR. PEOPLES. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES FEMA Flood Mapping Project Mrs. Dlugos informed the committee that FEMA is conducting a remapping project of the Chemung Basin and it is important that it be accurate. They met with us last May and in October sent surveying crews to survey the streams. In December they sent the discovery report and maps. We have serious concerns about the scope they have developed and it did not take into account any of the information they received at the May meeting. At a meeting recently, we discovered that the maps have a lot 2 Wednesday, April 4, 2012

15 of errors and omissions. We are asking that they stop the process of remapping until they go back and follow their own guidelines and come to an agreement on the scope of work. Mr. Parker commented the only watershed FEMA focused on was the Chemung River Basin. That entails the Cohocton River and Canisteo River and they didn t look at either the Canisteo or Tioga rivers. Ms. Lattimer commented that she participated in one of those meetings and they were not interested in what we were discussing and didn t even have the prior maps. Mrs. Dlugos stated we are asking them to go back to the discovery process and correct their information. They have gone through this entire process and haven t followed their own guidelines. At this point we don t want this to move forward any further. MOTION: URGING THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY TO COMPLETE THE DISCOVERY PORTION OF THE CHEMUNG WATERSHED RISK MAP PROJECT PRIOR TO CONTINUING THE FLOOD HAZARD ANALYSIS AND MAPPING WORK MADE BY MS. LATTIMER. SECONDED BY MR. FARRAND. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 4-0. Resolution Required. VI. OTHER BUSINESS A. Steuben County Transportation Plan Ms. Davis stated the purpose of the Transportation Plan is to provide a summary of the public and human services transportation efforts within the County. The plan also outlines our future efforts. The Federal Governments requires that if we request funding, that we need to include that in our plan. The original plan was adopted in MOTION: APPROVING THE 2012 STEUBEN COUNTY TRANSPORTATION PLAN AS PRESENTED MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 4-0. Resolution Required. MOTION: TO ADJOURN MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 4-0. Respectfully Submitted by Amanda L. Chapman Deputy Clerk Steuben County Legislature NEXT MEETING SCHEDULED FOR Wednesday, May 2, 9:00 a.m. Please send agenda items to the Clerk of the Legislature s Office NO LATER THAN NOON on Wednesday, April 25, Wednesday, April 4, 2012

16 STEUBEN COUNTY AGRICULTURE, INDUSTRY & PLANNING COMMITTEE Special Meeting Monday, April 23, :45 a.m. Legislative Committee Room Steuben County Office Building Bath, New York **MINUTES** COMMITTEE: Randolph J. Weaver, Vice Chair Dan C. Farrand Robin K. Lattimer STAFF: Mark R. Alger Alan Reed Shawn Corey LEGISLATORS: Joseph J. Hauryski Aaron Mullen Gary D. Swackhamer George J. Welch ABSENT: Thomas J. Ryan, Chair William A. Peoples 1. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Weaver called the meeting to order at 9:45 a.m. II. GENERAL BUSINESS A. Marsh Ditch Watershed Protection District Board of Directors Mr. Weaver stated we received a letter from the Steuben County Soil & Water Conservation District recommending the reappointments of Gary Mahany, John Merry and Jeramie Hurlbut to the Marsh Ditch Watershed Protection District Board of Directors. MOTION: RECOMMENDING THE REAPPOINTMENTS OF GARY MAHANY, JOHN MERRY AND JERAMIE HURLBUT TO THE MARSH DITCH WATERSHED PROTECTION DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 3-0. MOTION: TO ADJOURN MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 3-0. Respectfully Submitted by Amanda L. Chapman Deputy Clerk Steuben County Legislature 1 Monday, April 23, 2012

17 STEUBEN COUNTY AGRICULTURE, INDUSTRY AND PLANNING COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 2, :00 a.m. Legislative Committee Conference Room Steuben County Office Building Bath, New York **MINUTES** Meeting was cancelled.

18 STEUBEN COUNTY AGRICULTURE, INDUSTRY AND PLANNING COMMITTEE Wednesday, June 6, :00 a.m. Legislative Committee Conference Room Steuben County Office Building Bath, New York **MINUTES** COMMITTEE: Thomas J. Ryan, Chair Randolph J. Weaver, Vice Chair Dan C. Farrand Robin K. Lattimer William A. Peoples, Jr. STAFF: Mark R. Alger Jack Wheeler William J. Partridge Jim Gleason Amy Dlugos Shawn Corey LEGISLATORS: Joseph J. Hauryski Lawrence P. Crossett Carol A. Ferratella K. Michael Hanna Gary B. Roush OTHERS: Peggy Coleman, Executive Director, Steuben County Conference & Visitors Bureau Jeff Parker, Steuben County Soil & Water Conservation District Karen Hubbard, Steuben County Farm Bureau Mary Perham, The Leader I. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Ryan called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. He asked Mr. Partridge to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: APPROVING THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 2, 2012, AND APRIL 23, 2012, MEETINGS MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MR. WEAVER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. Mr. Ryan stated that he would like to remind the committee of the goals that Chairman Hauryski outlined for this committee. They are to look at ways to help the agricultural community, funding outside agencies, economic development and fostering a better relationship with the Industrial Development Agency and continuing efforts with the Natural Gas Task Force. Mr. Ryan stated that he would like to challenge each of the departments to think outside the box and come up with new ideas to make this a better County. III. OUTSIDE AGENCY REPORTS/REQUESTS A. Steuben County Conference & Visitors Bureau 1. Designating Tourism Promotion Agency Ms. Coleman stated that annually they request the Legislature to designate the Steuben County Conference & Visitors Bureau as the official tourism promotion agency in the County. As the TPA, this allows us to apply for matching grant funds through New York State. MOTION: RECOMMENDING THE LEGISLATURE DESIGNATE THE STEUBEN COUNTY CONFERENCE & VISITORS BUREAU AS THE OFFICIAL TOURISM PROMOTION AGENCY FOR STEUBEN COUNTY MADE BY MR. WEAVER. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. Resolution Required. Ms. Coleman announced that there will be a celebration on Saturday, June 30, 2012, to celebrate Hammondsport being selected as the coolest small town in America. Activities will begin at noon and will conclude at the Firemen s Carnival with fireworks. 1 Wednesday, June 6, 2012

19 B. Steuben County Soil & Water Conservation District Steuben County Water Quality Coordinating Committee Annual Report Mr. Parker stated the Water Quality Coordinating Committee was first formulated in 1992 and the reason it was formed was because at that time, the State had no good way of assessing water quality at the county level. We received seed money through the Department of Agriculture and Markets and used that to put together a committee and define strategies for how to address water quality issues in the county. In addition, we also moved ahead with a plan to help the state determine a priority water body list within the county. The money dried up, but we kept meeting and we self-funded our update in We put together a strategy for every watershed in this county and set priorities and goals. The Department of Agriculture and Markets gave us money, along with a list of items to do and one of those items was to complete an annual report. This committee meets four times per year and Mrs. Dlugos is the Chair and Tom Ryan is the Legislative Representative. MOTION: ACCEPTING THE 2011 STEUBEN COUNTY WATER QUALITY COORDINATING COMMITTEE ANNUAL REPORT AS PRESENTED MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MR. WEAVER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. IV. DEPARTMENTAL REQUESTS A. Buildings & Grounds 1. Seal & Stripe Parking Lots Mr. Partridge informed the committee this bid is for the seal and striping of the parking lots at the County Office Building, 911, Hornell Courthouse and the Health Care Facility. They received three responses and he recommended awarding to the low bidder, Independence Seal Coating for a total cost of $12, MOTION: AWARDING THE BID FOR THE SEALING & STRIPING OF PARKING LOTS TO INDEPENDENCE SEAL COATING FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $12, MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES Hornell Courthouse Exterior Painting Mr. Partridge presented the proposals for the preparation and painting of the Hornell Courthouse. Ms. Lattimer asked why is the quote for John H. Cook, Jr. significantly lower than Carone Painting and Atlas Painting? Mr. Partridge replied he doesn t know the answer. All three have performed work for us in the past. Mr. Alger commented these quotes are quite a bit higher than the last time we painted the courthouse in Mr. Gleason commented that part of the increase in price may be due to the fact that there is a certain procedure to go through for the cleanup and removal of the lead paint. Mr. Partridge stated that he will need additional funding for this project. He currently has $15,000 in the project. The sills on all of the windows and cellar door will need to be replaced. He requested authorization to transfer $15,000 from the Repairs & Renovations Reserve to the Capital Project for the Exterior Painting of the Hornell Courthouse. Any money not used will be returned to the Repairs & Renovations Reserve. MOTION: AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF $15, FROM THE REPAIRS & RENOVATIONS RESERVE TO THE CAPITAL PROJECT FOR THE EXTERIOR PAINTING OF THE HORNELL COURTHOUSE MADE BY MR. FARRAND. SECONDED BY MS. LATTIMER. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES 5-0. Resolution Required. MOTION: AWARDING THE BID FOR THE EXTERIOR PAINTING OF THE HORNELL COURTHOUSE TO THE LOW BIDDER, JOHN H. COOK, JR. FOR A TOTAL PRICE OF $22, CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING MADE BY MR. WEAVER. SECONDED BY MR. FARRAND. ALL BEING IN FAVOR. MOTION CARRIES Corning Courthouse Boiler Mr. Partridge informed the committee that the boiler at the Corning Courthouse had leaked this winter and they were able to keep it operating. He is requesting authorization to put out a bid for a new boiler. The cast iron sections of the current boiler are no longer available. We could either replace all of the sections and install the old burner for approximately $21,000 or replace completely for approximately $27,000. Mr. Farrand asked would there be a warranty on a new boiler? Mr. Partridge replied it 2 Wednesday, June 6, 2012