Village Board
Regular MeetingHilton, NY · March 3, 2026
Minutes
Village Board
Approved Meeting Minutes
March 3, 2026
Present: Mayor Lee, Trustees Fowler, Speer, Zabelny, Farrell
Manager Shari Pearce
Deputy Treasurer Danielle Kruger
DPW Superintendent Jeff Pearce
Asst Superintendent Chad McManus
Code Enforcement Officer Ron Bragg
Deputy Clerk Amy Harter
Guests Debbie Hebing, Lydia Birr, Mike Sengillo, Daryl Maslanka, Christine
Brower, Jamie Attoma, Ignatius LaDelfa
This meeting was held in the Board Room and was available via Zoom.
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor with the Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of
Silence.
Executive Session
Trustee Fowler made a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss a legal matter at 5:00
p.m. seconded by Trustee Zableny.
Trustee Fowler made a motion to exit Executive Session at 5:30 p.m.
Recreation
Tom Venniro updated the board on their summer season including some staff changes. The
Town Hall/Recreation campus site plans have been drafted.
Library - Grace Engelbrecht
Grace Engelbrecht updated the board on their programs. They had 3300 visitors in February.
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Code Enforcement
Ron Bragg explained work is beginning Dunkin’ Donuts. There was a brief discussion regarding
duplex properties; Ron recommends they be inspected for tenants. This would require a change
to the Village Code.
Treasurer
Resolution to renew two CD’s that mature Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 for 30 days at a rate of
3.55% with Canandaigua National Bank. Motion made by Trustee Fowler, seconded by Trustee
Zabelny. Carried 5-0
Superintendent
Resolution to authorize the sales of automated water meters to the Village of Avon at a cost of
$275 each. Motion made by Trustee Speer, seconded by Trustee Fowler. Carried 5-0.
Resolution to authorize the Superintendent to bring the 2010 Crane Carrier recycle truck to
auction. Motion made by Trustee Speer, seconded by Mayor Lee. Carried 5-0.
Resolution to authorize the Superintendent to bring a walk behind saw to auction. Motion made
by Trustee Fowler, seconded by Trustee Speer. Carried 5-0.
Resolution to authorize the Superintendent to bring the 2024 Freightliner Tru Vac vac truck to
auction. Motion made by Trustee Fowler, seconded by Trustee Farrell. Carried 5-0.
Resolution to increase the wages of Zach Klein by $.75 per hour. Motion made by Trustee
Fowler, seconded by Trustee Speer. Carried 5-0.
Manager
Water transition: The Village Manager reported the turnover date is May 4th. There is an
extensive list of items that need to be addressed by our staff prior to the shift. An informational
meeting is scheduled on March 10th for the public. Residents will receive their final bill in May.
Budget Meetings: The meeting dates are March 19th and 24th.
Resolution to designate Nancy LePort as 2026 Citizen of the Year. Motion made by Trustee
Fowler, seconded by Trustee Zabelny. Carried 5-0.
Worker’s Comp refund: Shari reported $39,387 will be refunded to the Village next week. She is
recommending that $25,162 is needed to purchase a new server. The balance will be placed in
the general fund.
Resolution to authorize the Village manager to purchase a new server at a cost of $25,162, the
remainder of the Workers Comp refund to be placed in the general fund. Motion to approve
made by Trustee Fowler, seconded by Trustee Farrell. Carried 5-0.
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Resolution to classify the CDBG proposal to resurface and repave the Hovey Square parking lot
as a Type II action in accordance with SEQRA regulations, therefore no further review is
required. The staff was notified earlier today; this project does not qualify for the grant.
Public Forum
Mayor Lee opened Public Forum at 6:00 p.m. for comments.
Debbie Hebing, 315 Parma View Drive, asked the Village Manager for an update on chickens
located in the Village. Shari Pearce provided the latest information.
Minutes
Resolution to approve the meeting minutes February 3, 2026. Motion made by Trustee Zableny,
seconded by Trustee Fowler. Carried 4-0-1, Trustee Speer abstained.
Vouchers
Resolution to approve the March vouchers for payment with the following additions. Motion
made by Trustee Speer, seconded by Trustee Farrell. Carried 5-0. Barton & Loguidice, 4,043.50,
Cyncon Equipment, $1,179.79, Fleetpride, $55.97, Hilton Central School District, $4,372.68,
Jackson Welding & Gas Products, $17.82, Kenworth Northeast, -$250.00, Milton Rents,
$3,384.68, Siewert Equipment, $1,169.00Tri-Delta, $760.50.
Prepaid $ 12,978.20
TA $ 29,519.71
General $ 49,751.48
Water $ 37,266.55
Sewer $ 2,496.17
Capital $0.00
Total $132,012.11
Adjournment
A motion was made by Mayor Lee to adjourn the meeting at 6:45 p.m., seconded by Trustee
Farrell, carried 5-0.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Harter, recording secretary
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