Village Board

Village Board Meeting Minutes March 16, 2023 Approved Present : Mayor Lee Trustees, Fowler, Farrell, Speer, Zabelny Village Manager Shari Wilson-Pearce Treasurer Maryalice Edwards Deputy Clerk Amy Harter DPW Superintendent Jeff Pearce Code Enforcement Officer Mark Mazzucco Asst. Superintendent Chad McManus Guests: None Mayor Lee called the meeting to order at 5 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. The meeting was held in the Board Room and was available on Zoom. Budget Presentation The proposed budget for 2023-2024 was presented by Treasurer, Maryalice Edwards and Village Manager Shari Pearce. A power point presentation was provided, and each department head spoke on their budgeted items. The budget was built on the current tax rate of $2.61. This rate has been in place since the 2020- 2021 budget year. To remain within the 2% tax cap, the Board may increase the tax rate to $2.70. The board agreed the water rate should increase to $3.70 per 1,000 gallons. The Monroe County Water Authority charges $3.80 per 1,000 gallons. Items for the board’s consideration. The items were agreed upon; the Board agreed to increase the tax rate to $2.70, and the appropriation of sales tax shall be in the amount of $1,600,000 and the health insurance for employees remains unchanged. The board directed the Village Manager to speak with the employees regarding a proposed wage increase of 2.5% The next budget meeting is scheduled on Monday, March 20, 2023 at 5 p.m. Equipment: Superintendent Jeff Pearce has been researching used bucket trucks for purchase. In February 2022 the board authorized the Superintendent to expend up to $40,000 for this purpose. Jeff has found that these vehicles are hard to come by and recommends increasing the amount, he may find the appropriate truck for the department. Resolution to authorize the DPW Superintendent to spend up to $70,000 for the purchase of a used bucket truck from the equipment reserve account. Motion made by Trustee Fowler, second by Mayor Lee. Carried 5-0. Resolution to authorize the DPW Superintendent to solicit concrete bis for the 2023-2024 season. Motion made by Trustee Speer, seconded by Trustee Zabelny. Carried 5-0. There being no further business, a motion to adjourn at 7:08 p.m. was made by Trustee Speer, seconded by Trustee Fowler. Carried 5-0. Respectfully Submitted, Amy Harter, Recording Secretary