City Council
Regular MeetingSaratoga Springs, NY · March 15, 2011
Minutes
March 15, 2011
CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS
City Council
Meeting
Agenda
6:50 PM – P.H. Citizen Advisory Committee
7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
SALUTE TO FLAG
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD / 15 MINUTES
PRESENTATION(S)
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Discussion regarding proposed, pending or current litigation; personal
private information of a person or corporation, or matters leading to the appointment, employment,
promotion, demotion, discipline, suspension, dismissal or removal of a person or corporation,
collective negotiations.
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of 3/1/11 City Council Minutes
2. Approval Budget Amendments
3. Approve Budget Transfers
4. Approve Payroll 3/11/11 $378,946.39
5. Approve Payroll 3/4/11 $451,400.38
6. Approve Warrant 2010 Regular 10DEC7 $671,245.81
7. Approve Warrant 2011 Mid 11MWMAR1 $454,817.38
8. Approve Warrant 2011 Regular 11MAR2 $928,070.45
MAYOR’S DEPARTMENT
1. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Enter Into East and West Side Recreation Field
Maintenance Agreement with City School District
2. Discussion: Disposition of Second Law Suit Re: Additional Petitions in Saratoga Citizen vs. Franck
and Saratoga Springs
3. Discussion and Vote: Permission to Perfect Appeal in Saratoga Citizen vs. Franck and Saratoga
Springs
4. Discussion and Vote: Permission to Pay Voucher to CA Smith
5. Appointment: Saratoga Springs Housing Authority
6. Appointment: Recreation Commission
ACCOUNTS DEPARTMENT
1. Discussion: Amendment to Zoning Ordinance to Allow Seasonal Produce Stand
2. Award of Bid: Sand to Cranesville Block Company, Inc.
3. Award of Bid: Street Trees to Schichtel’s Nursery, Inc.
4. Award of Bid: Truck Mounted High Pressure Sewer Jet to Joe Johnson Equipment, Inc.
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FINANCE DEPARTMENT
1. Discussion and Vote: Accept WASAD Annual Report
2. Discussion and Vote: Public Works Payroll Transfers
3. Discussion and Vote: Public Safety Payroll Transfers
4. Discussion: City Finances
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
1. Announcement: APWA Award
2. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Agreement with Greenridge Cemetery
3. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign CO #1 Creighton Manning Church Street
Construction
4. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Contract with Stantec – Nelson Avenue
Phase V
5. Announcement: DPW Annual Report
PUBLIC SAFETY
1. Announcement: Tragic Incident Regarding Alexander Grant
2. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign PBA Agreement
3. Discussion and Vote: Sale of Fire Engine for Scrap to Metro Metals Recycling, LLC
SUPERVISORS
Joanne Yepsen
1. Report from the County Monthly Board Meeting
2. Veterans Committee Report
3. County Legislative Issues
4. Thorofan Update
Matthew Veitch
1. Saratoga County 2011 Census Figures
2. Public Safety Committee
3. Maplewood Manor
4. Technology Committee
5. Legislative and Research Committee
ADJOURN
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March 15, 2011
CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS
City Council
Meeting
City Council Room
PRESENT: Scott Johnson, Mayor
Ken Ivins, Commissioner of Finance
John Franck, Commissioner of Accounts
Anthony Scirocco, Commissioner of DPW
Richard Wirth, Commissioner of DPS
Matthew Veitch, Supervisor
Joanne Yepsen, Supervisor
STAFF PRESENT: Shauna Sutton, Deputy Mayor
Kate Jarosh, Deputy Commissioner, Finance
Sharon Kellner-Chille, Deputy Commissioner, Accounts
Tim Cogan, Deputy Commissioner, DPW
Frank Dudla, Deputy Commissioner, DPS
Joe Scala, City Attorney
RECORDING OF PROCEEDING
The proceedings of this meeting were taped for the benefit of the secretary. Because the minutes are not a
verbatim record of the proceedings, the minutes are not a word-for-word transcript.
PUBLIC HEARING
Citizen Advisory Committee
Mayor Johnson opened the public hearing at 6:55 p.m.
Richard Ferguson, chair of the grant committee explained the requests come from the public and are
received in the Office of Planning and Economic Development. There are 2 committee meetings of which
the first is to review each request. The committee uses a matrix to measure each of the requests. The
second meeting is used to review each request in numerical order based upon the matrix. The final step is
making the recommendation to the Council for acceptance.
Ken Klotz of 232 Maple Avenue thanked Richard and the members of the advisory committee for their hard
work. He urges the Council to approve the recommendations being made. He is particularly interested in
seeing the amount for the Frederick Allen Lodge approved. They have been working since 2004 on a
renovation project.
Mayor Johnson closed the public hearing at 7:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
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Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
PUBLIC COMENT
Mayor Johnson opened the public comment period at 7:01 p.m.
Mayor Johnson said the public comment period is limited to a total of 15 minutes and individuals
are limited to two minutes each according to the rules approved in February of 2004 by the City
Council.
John Tighe of Rowland Street, Milton, stated all members of 1199 and SCIU just saw their health insurance
rates go up from $120 to $400 per month more than what they were paying. Any increase is a burden on
the working people of the City of Saratoga Springs.
Rick Thompson of 26 Frederick Drive stated in 2004, Lynn Goodness and himself started a group to
change the form of government in Saratoga Springs. In late spring 2006 a group of citizens which included
the Citizens for Good Government and Republican Committee people went out to secure the petitions.
Mayor Keehn decided she would form a commission so that the commission would have a budget and
attorney expertise. The Republican support dried up after the commission was formed by a Democratic
mayor. Saratoga Citizen decided the group would be citizen driven to not alienate any political party. He
quoted an article from the April 8, 2006 Saratogian.
Brent Wilkes of 5 Thames Way stated tonight is an important milestone in the campaign by the citizens of
this City to lawfully place a question on the ballot regarding our form of government. Will the Council vote
to proceed with a legal appeal based upon disputed technical requirements or will they finally relent to the
wishes of a legally requisite number of voters to place the question on the ballot? Under New York State
law, if about 1,537 register voters in Saratoga Springs desire to place a new proposed charter on the ballot
they can. The only way the City Council can prevent the proposed charter from going on the ballot is to
wage a legal battle seeking technicalities in which to invalidate the petition or to stall the process for so
long that the deadline for the election passes, or the petitioners run out of money for the legal battle.
Saratoga Citizen, many citizens, and the League of Women Voters would like the petition placed on the
ballot. Tonight’s debate should not be about the merits of the proposed charter versus the current charter,
binder clips, date corrections made on a petition form, or timing over fiscal analysis. Tonight’s discussion
should be about honoring the initiative petition process provided under New York State law.
Peter Tulin of 40 Sarazen Street stated he doesn’t think item #2 on the mayor’s agenda is about the form of
government. He doesn’t like city manager form of management and he doesn’t like the way this debate
has transpired. He believes we should take a step back and ask what about the process. Judge Nolan is
a very bright jurist but even the brightest jurists make mistakes. There are issues in the decision this
Council should consider as they merit on the future of any governmental change. The Council should ask
their attorneys about the cost for the appeal.
Mark Lawton of 209 Nelson Avenue stated he worked on the current charter. He has no position on the
charter proposal but he has a concern about spending City money in a current financial situation. He
suggested letting the voters decide. If the voters vote down the proposal, you won the point you wanted to
win. If the voters pass the proposal, you can go to court and say it was a flawed vote. He sees no reason
to deny the voters their right to vote.
Kyle York of 59 Railroad Place stated there is nothing more important than government by the people, of
the people, and for the people. It doesn’t mean you should take every step along the way. He read the
judge’s decision and he does believe the judge is a sound jurist.
Pat Kane of 19 Marion Place stated they invited 4 cities to Saratoga Springs with their city manager and
mayor to provide an open discussion regarding the advantage of the city manager. He believes we are
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wasting a lot of time, money, and energy fighting this. This proposal was done clearly under the laws of
New York State. He can’t figure out why in a community like this that the elected body would refuse to
allow a petition to go forth that is completely legal. This is simple; it is about democracy and the laws we
have in place right now. He believes there will be a significant voter backlash on this. He is going to
encourage everyone to look long and hard at the decision tonight. Saratoga Citizen is not going away.
Beth Johansen of 37 George Street asked the Council to stop spending their time and taxpayer money
blocking this proposal from going on the ballot.
Dereck Legall of 3 Deer Leap Place thanked the mayor and Commissioner Scirocco for adding the east
and west side agreement to the agenda tonight. He is grateful they were able to come to an agreement
with the school district. He also thanked Commissioner Franck for allowing Marilyn Rivers as the director
of risk and safety to work with them. She has done an outstanding job.
Mayor Johnson closed the public comment period at 7:22 p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Wirth seconded to approve the consent agenda as
follows:
1. Approval of 3/1/11 City Council Minutes
2. Approval Budget Amendments
3. Approve Budget Transfers
4. Approve Payroll 3/11/11 $378,946.39
5. Approve Payroll 3/4/11 $451,400.38
6. Approve Warrant 2010 Regular 10DEC7 $671,245.81
7. Approve Warrant 2011 Mid 11MWMAR1 $454,817.38
8. Approve Warrant 2011 Regular 11MAR2 $928,070.45
Ayes – All
MAYOR’S DEPARTMENT
Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Enter Into East and West Side Recreation Field
Maintenance Agreement with City School District (11-80)
Mayor Johnson explained this matter has been discussed at length previously. The contract has been
provided to the Council in advance. This is a 10 year agreement to start this April 1st and through
December 2020. The monetary terms will start at $130,000 and escalating to $150,000 per year. This is
more in line with the costs are to maintain the fields. Our City as well as neighboring cities use these fields
throughout the year.
Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Ivins seconded to authorize the mayor to enter into this
contract on behalf of this City.
Commissioner Scirocco commended the mayor and the school district for stepping up and working out this
agreement.
Mayor Johnson recognized Commissioner Scirocco for his assistance in the negotiation process. The prior
payments to the City were $75,000 per year; we are now going to $130,000 which is more in line with the
costs.
Commissioner Ivins commended the mayor and Commissioner Scirocco for negotiating this agreement.
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Ayes - All
Discussion: Disposition of Second Law Suit Re: Additional Petitions in Saratoga Citizen vs. Franck and
Saratoga Springs
Mayor Johnson advised there was a second lawsuit filed by Saratoga Citizen versus the City of Saratoga
Springs and John Franck as City Clerk of the City of Saratoga Springs. This was regarding the second set
of petitions filed by the group to force it being placed on the ballot bypassing the Council. We defended the
City in court and a decision was rendered by Judge Nolan that dismissed their petition finding that the
second set of petitions was prematurely filed; improperly filed therefore proper for dismissal. It was a ruling
in favor of the City.
Discussion and Vote: Permission to Perfect Appeal in Saratoga Citizen vs. Franck and Saratoga Springs
(11-81)
Mayor Johnson stated this is to proceed with the appeal to its conclusion. In February of this year the City
Council voted to authorize the filing of a notice of appeal. Since the vote to authorize the notice of appeal,
a significant development occurred that will increase the City’s chances for the likelihood of success for the
appeal. The NYS Conference of Mayors voted to join the City in the appeal and argue in support of our
appeal. The City is not paying the NYS Conference of Mayors in exchange for their joining in the appeal.
If we do not appeal, we place our City at risk of any future attempts by this or another group of not having a
valid or fiscal note or budget, should they seek to later change our form of government. This risk to the
City is not reasonable.
Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Wirth seconded to proceed with the appeal as filed; to
perfect the appeal and present it to the Appellate Court for determination.
Mayor Johnson advised the previous estimates for the appeal ranged from $10,000 - $20,000. After
further negotiations, the figure has been reduced to $7,500 and to be capped at $10,000 for legal services
for appeal. This will come from the city attorney budget line.
Ayes – 3
Nays – 2 (Commissioner Franck and Commissioner Ivins)
Discussion and Vote: Permission to Pay Voucher to CA Smith (11-82)
Mayor Johnson stated CA Smith was hired to do an asbestos analysis at the former Waterfront Restaurant
property. The work was done pursuant to Council authorization in 2008 and was apparently not invoiced.
The amount is $2,116.
Paul Male explained paperwork was not properly filed with the City and went back and forth with CA Smith.
It was determined there is asbestos in the property.
Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Ivins seconded to authorize the payment of this voucher.
Ayes - All
Appointment: Saratoga Springs Housing Authority
Mayor Johnson announced the re-appointed of Eric Weller to the Saratoga Springs Housing Authority
Board of Directors. Mr. Weller has served in that capacity for at least 2 terms; which are 5 year terms.
Mayor Johnson thanked Mr. Weller for his service to date.
Appointment: Recreation Commission
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Mayor Johnson appointed Amy Smith to the Recreation Commission. Amy is a native Saratogian,
graduate of Saratoga High and did her graduate work at Springfield College in sports marketing. Amy is
currently the general manager of a local B&B.
ACCOUNTS DEPARTMENT
Discussion: Amendment to Zoning Ordinance to Allow Seasonal Produce Stand
Commissioner Franck stated he is initiating this as it has come to the attention of his office that there is
confusing language in the Zoning Ordinance regarding what is or is not required to open a seasonal
produce stand in a RR-1 zone. The intent of a RR-1 zone is to provide low density residential and
agricultural uses in order to preserve open space and a rural character. He has interpreted the Zoning
Ordinance in place to allow the seasonal produce stand in question. It is also his interpretation that this
seasonal produce stand does not require a parking space to be provided as there are no employees. Due
to the location of the proposed seasonal produce stand parking is available and permitted on the adjacent
road – Crescent Avenue. This is similar to what happens with the regattas. He believes agriculture is
exempt. There is long history in the U.S. and New York State for farms. There are numerous exemptions
for farms. There are only 10 local farms in the City of Saratoga Springs. The Farmer’s Market at High
Rock Park brings in numerous farms from out of town. In this instance we have a local gentleman who has
been trying to go through the process of putting a small stand outside his farm.
Commissioner Franck read through some definitions and various pieces of articles from the Zoning
Ordinance that supports his argument and proves site plan and special use permit is not required. The
ordinance is extremely cloudy at best and at worst the City wouldn’t have a leg to stand on to prohibit this
gentleman if he doesn’t go through that process. In regards to parking, the vehicle traffic law states if you
have a “No Parking” sign you are still able to park, load, and unload people, produce, and goods. There
are no “No Parking” signs.
Commissioner Franck stated he would like to move on this. If it is the City’s position that we have to go
through this process, which he doesn’t believe has to be done, then he will bring changes to the ordinance
on a go forward basis.
Mayor Johnson stated there is a lot involved in the issue as you can tell from the facts in your presentation.
He has no problem looking into this and doing the right thing. He needs more time as there is a lot
involved. Sometimes the Zoning Ordinance is a little unworkable because there are conflicts and
ambiguities. That is why they are re-working this ordinance.
Commissioner Franck doesn’t see a down side on this as the worst case scenario is 9 other farm stands
will pop up. He personally doesn’t see how we can stop this legally or how we are going to enforce this. It
seems to him the intent of the law was to be flexible.
Commissioner Scirocco stated he talked to the gentlemen who stated he tried to get into the farmer’s
market and couldn’t get in. This gentleman pays taxes in the City and couldn’t get a seat at the table. He
would certainly support this as long as it wasn’t in any violation.
Commissioner Franck stated he is bringing this up now because it is a seasonal business and will not be
selling tomatoes in January. He didn’t do anything earlier on this as he hoped it could be taken care of
internally.
Commissioner Wirth confirmed he is on his property.
Commissioner Franck stated that was correct.
Commissioner Ivins stated he is all for encouraging agriculture. We should try to expedite this as the
season is coming up.
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Award of Bid: Sand to Cranesville Block Company, Inc. (11-83)
Commissioner Franck moved and Commissioner Scirocco seconded to award the bid for Sand to
Cranesville Block Company, Inc. as they were the lowest acceptable bidder.
Ayes - All
Award of Bid: Street Trees to Schichtel’s Nursery, Inc. (11-84)
Commissioner Franck moved and Commissioner Scirocco seconded to award the bid for Street
Trees to Schichtel’s Nursery, Inc. for various prices as they were the lowest acceptable bidder.
Commissioner Ivins confirmed the budget line is $9,000 and the bid is for $10,400.
Commissioner Scirocco stated they will buy up to $9,000 worth of trees.
Ayes - All
Award of Bid: Truck Mounted High Pressure Sewer Jet to Joe Johnson Equipment, Inc. (11-85)
Commissioner Franck moved and Commissioner Scirocco seconded to award the bid for the Truck
Mounted High Pressure Sewer Jet to Joe Johnson Equipment, Inc. in the amount of $276,681.40 as
they were the lowest acceptable bidder.
Ayes - All
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
Discussion and Vote: Accept WASAD Annual Report (11-86)
Commissioner Ivins moved and Mayor Johnson seconded to accept the WASAD annual report as
previously presented to the Council.
Commissioner Ivins thanked Matt Jones for the presentation.
Ayes - All
Discussion and Vote: Public Works Payroll Transfers (11-87)
Commissioner Ivins moved and Commissioner Scirocco seconded to approve the Department of
Public Works payroll transfers as previously distributed to the Council.
Ayes - All
Discussion and Vote: Public Safety Payroll Transfers (11-88)
Commissioner Ivins moved and Commissioner Wirth seconded to approve the Department of
Public Safety payroll transfers as previously distributed to the Council.
Ayes - All
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Discussion: City Finances
Commissioner Ivins stated NYCOM does an annual survey of city budgets of the 43 cities in New York.
They use this information for trending and for preparation of their legislative agenda. Deputy Jarosh
compiled and submitted the City survey in January. Highlights of the results released are: health
insurance and pension costs are an increasing portion of cities’ budgets, the average increase in property
tax levies was 4.8%, 81% of the cities increased their property tax rates, and 82% of the cities cut their
workforce since 2000.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Announcement: APWA Award
Commissioner Scirocco announced the City of Saratoga Springs received the following 3 awards from the
American Public Works Association on March 11th: in the Environmental Category the Nelson Avenue
Project was awarded Project of the Year; in the Emergency Disaster Preparedness Category the Geyser
Crest Well Field Improvements was awarded Project of the Year; and in the Transportation Category the
Spring Run Multi-use Path was awarded Project of the Year. He thanked the APWA for their recognition.
Paul Male stated he was pleased to be at the ceremony and represent the City.
Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Agreement with Greenridge Cemetery (11-89)
Commissioner Scirocco stated this is an annual contract to maintain the lots, roads and paths at the
cemetery.
Commissioner Scirocco moved and Commissioner Wirth seconded to authorize the mayor to sign
the contract with Greenridge Cemetery for $20,000 for calendar year 2011.
Ayes- All
Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign CO #1 Creighton Manning Church Street
Construction (11-90)
Commissioner Scirocco stated the Church Street project is complete. This change order is for additional
construction, administration, inspections, and quality assurance testing. This agreement is beyond the July
23, 2010 completion date. The amount for the change order is $30,000.
Commissioner Scirocco moved and Commissioner Ivins seconded to authorize the mayor to sign
the change order with Creighton Manning in the amount of $30,000.
Ayes - All
Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Contract with Stantec – Nelson Avenue Phase V
(11-91)
Commissioner Scirocco advised this is for design services for storm sewer for Nelson Avenue Phase 5
which will run from Crescent Avenue to Gridley Street and portion of Bowman Street. A portion of design
has already been completed with previous work. There are also drainage issues on Gridley and Bowman
that can be corrected in conjunction with the work on Nelson Avenue. Specialized equipment and crews
are required to complete this job.
Commissioner Scirocco moved and Commissioner Wirth seconded to authorize mayor to sign a
contract with Stantec in the amount of $25,300.
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Ayes – All
Announcement: DPW Annual Report
Commissioner Scirocco stated he distributed annual reports for 2008, 2009, 2010. The Charter requires
this report be submitted annually. The information was being compiled by the director of public works but
was not able to complete it prior to his retirement in 2009. The DPW is now up to date with their reports.
PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT
Announcement: Tragic Incident Regarding Alexander Grant
Commissioner Wirth read a portion of an e-mail he received from the Grant family. The family thanked the
Police Department, Fire Department and all volunteers for their help and support.
Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign PBA Agreement (11-92)
Commissioner Wirth advised this agreement was changed to a one year agreement. He advised there are
a couple typos – year should be 2012 and the end should read City of Saratoga Springs. This will be
effective March 2011 for 1 year in the amount of $10,000.
Commissioner Wirth moved and Mayor Johnson second to authorize the mayor to sign the PBA
agreement.
Commissioner Ivins stated he is voting against it as this is too large of amount of money for what we are
doing out there.
Commissioner Wirth stated if they went elsewhere, the cost would be double ($20,000) as overtime costs
would also be involved
Mayor Johnson thanked Commissioner Wirth for reducing the term of the agreement from 3 years to 1
year.
Ayes – 4
Nay – 1 (Commissioner Ivins)
Discussion and Vote: Sale of Fire Engine for Scrap to Metro Metals Recycling, LLC (11-93)
Commissioner Wirth advised 4 quotes were received for the sale of the truck for scrap. The highest bid
was for $3,000 and they will be receiving is $14,627.07 in insurance money.
Mayor Johnson suggested they approve the sale of the fire engine as scrap to the company and leave the
terms of the agreement subject to approval of the city attorney. His main concern is that they sell the truck
as scrap as is and don’t incur any liability.
Commissioner Wirth agreed with the suggestion.
Commissioner Wirth moved and Commissioner Ivins seconded the sale of fire truck as scrap to
Metro Metals Recycling, LLC for $3,000 and for the city attorney and risk and safety to review the
agreement.
Ayes – All
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*** Commissioner Wirth moved and Mayor Johnson seconded the addition of an item to the
Department of Public Safety agenda to set a public hearing regarding “No Parking” signs on
Vanderbilt Avenue.
Ayes – All
Commissioner Wirth set a public hearing for April 5, 2011at 6:50 p.m. regarding “No Parking” signs on the
west side of Vanderbilt Avenue.
SUPERVISORS
Joanne Yepsen
Report from the County Monthly Board Meeting
Supervisor Yepsen reported they voted to amend the 2010 County budget to increase appropriations of
$5,219,390 into the Maplewood Manor budget. They adopted a local law to amend the compensation
schedule by increasing the compensation for certain county officials; this was a close vote. They also
proclaimed May 2011 as Older American Month.
Veterans Committee Report
Supervisor Yepsen reported the Guardian House closed on its property. This will house up to 11 homeless
women veterans. They are also implementing a program this year called “Return the Favor”. They are
looking for local businesses to participate in this program.
County Legislative Issues
Supervisor Yepsen reported the Shelters of Saratoga came to her and Supervisor Veitch asking for help.
Thorofan Update
Supervisor Yepsen reported this group was established in 2008 and has grown in New York State. It was
started to promote New York racing and give the fans a voice.
Matthew Veitch
Saratoga County 2011 Census Figures
Supervisor Veitch reported Saratoga County has gained 18,000 residents over the past 10 years. This is
almost a 10% growth from the year 2000. The census number is important at the County level as the
County votes based upon population.
Public Safety Committee
Supervisor Veitch reported all items up for approval were accepted at the committee meeting today. They
approved a community work order for probation at $37,000, accepted a NYSERDA grant for $39,957 for
energy efficiency measures at the new animal shelter, etc.
Maplewood Manor
Supervisor Veitch reported they appropriated $5,219,390 to close the budget gap for 2010. They were
very short on revenue last year and ran at a deficit.
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Technology Committee
Supervisor Veitch reported they are meeting tomorrow to work on a draft policy for internet and IT use.
They will also be looking at time card functions and restructuring the data processing department.
Legislative and Research Committee
Supervisor Veitch reported their state meeting for their legislative program will be on March 25, 2011 at 11
a.m. at the capitol.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Wirth seconded to move to executive session for
discussion regarding proposed, pending or current litigation; personal private information of a
person or corporation, or matters leading to the appointment, employment, promotion, demotion,
discipline, suspension, dismissal or removal of a person or corporation as well as collective
negotiations, and matters of the City of Saratoga Springs vs. Civil Service Commission at 8:34
p.m.
Ayes – All
Council returned from executive session at 9:13 p.m.
Mayor Johnson stated nothing was resolved in executive session to report to the public.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Ivins seconded to adjourn the meeting.
Ayes – All
There being no further business, Mayor Johnson adjourned the meeting at 9:14 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lisa Ribis
Clerk
Approved: 4/5/11
Vote: 5 - 0
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
SALUTE TO FLAG
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD / 15 MINUTES
PRESENTATION(S):
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Discussion regarding proposed, pending or current litigation,
collective negotiations
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of 3/1/11 City Council Minutes
2. Approve Budget Amendments
3. Approve Budget Transfers
4. Approve Payroll 3/11/11 $378,946.39
5. Approve Payroll 3/4/11 $451,400.38
6. Approve Warrant 2010 Regular 10DEC7 $671,245.81
7. Approve Warrant 2011 Mid 11MWMAR1 $454,817.38
8. Approve Warrant 2011 Regular 11MAR2 $928,070.45
MAYOR’S DEPARTMENT
1. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to enter into East and West Side Recreation Field
Maintenance Agreement with City School District
2. Discussion: Disposition of second law suit re: additional petitions in Saratoga Citizen vs. Franck and
Saratoga Springs
3. Discussion and Vote: Permission to perfect appeal in Saratoga Citizen vs. Franck and Saratoga Springs
4. Discussion and Vote: Permission to pay voucher to CA Smith
5. Appointment: Saratoga Springs Housing Authority
6. Appointment: Recreation Commission
ACCOUNTS DEPARTMENT
1. Discussion: Amendment to Zoning Ordinance to allow Seasonal Produce Stand
2. Award of Bid: Sand to Cranesville Block Company, Inc.
3. Award of Bid: Street Trees to Schichtel's Nursery, Inc.
4. Award of Bid: Truck Mounted High Pressure Sewer Jet to Joe Johnson Equipment, Inc.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
1. Discussion and Vote: Accept WASAD Annual Report
2. Discussion and Vote: Public Works Payroll Transfers
3. Discussion and Vote: Public Safety Payroll Transfers
4. Discussion: City Finances
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
1. Announcement: APWA Award
2. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to sign agreement with Greenridge Cemetery
3. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to sign CO#1 Creighton Manning Church Street
Construction
4. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to sign contract with Stantec - Nelson Avenue Phase V
5. Announcement: DPW Annual Report
PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT
1. Announcement: Tragic Incident regarding Alexander Grant
2. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to sign PBA agreement
3. Discussion and Vote: Sale of fire engine for scrap to Metro Metals Recycling, LLC
SUPERVISORS
1. Joanne Yepsen
1. Report from the County Monthly Board meeting
2. Veterans Committee Report
3. County Legislative Issues
4. Thorofan Update
2. Matthew Veitch
1. Saratoga County 2011 Census Figures
2. Update: Public Safety Committee
3. Update: Maplewood Manor
4. Update: Technology Committee
5. Update: Legislative and Research Committee
ADJOURN
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