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July 2, 2013 CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS City Council Meeting Agenda 6:55 P.M. – P.H. – Local Law #1 of 2013 to Amend Chapter 215 of City Code - Taxicabs 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL SALUTE TO FLAG PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD / 15 MINUTES PRESENTATION(S) EXECUTIVE SESSION CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of 5/21/13 City Council Minutes 2. Approval of 6/17/13 Pre-Agenda Minutes 3. Approval of 6/18/13 City Council Minutes 4. Approval of 6/4/13 City Council Minutes 5. Approve Budget Amendments (Increases) 6. Approve Budget Transfers – Regular 7. Approve Payroll 6/21/13 $405,438.40 8. approve Payroll 6/28/13 $439,848.36 9. Approve Warrant: 2013 Mid – 13MWJUN2 $3,470,610.14 10. Approve Warrant: 2013 REG – 13JUL1 $244,556.88 MAYOR’S DEPARTMENT 1. Discussion and Vote: Workforce Community Partnership for 26 Cherry Street and 195 Division Street 2. Discussion and Vote: Merit for Review of Saratoga Hospital PUD and Referral for Concurrent Advisory Opinions to Design Review Commission, City and County Planning Boards 3. Set Public Hearing: and Refer to County Planning Board for Advisory Opinion on the Proposed Zoning Map Amendment at 3368 South Broadway 4. Discussion and Vote: Resolution Regarding Notices of Claim 5. Discussion and Vote: Military Leave Policy 6. Discussion and Vote: Smoking Policy 7. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Agreement with Sonny and Perley for Summer Concert Series 8. Discussion and Vote: Appointment to City Center Authority ACCOUNTS DEPARTMENT 1. Award of Bid: Lake Avenue Fire House Traffic Signal Replacement to Stilsing Electric, LLC 2. Award of Bid: Rescind Award of Bid and Re-Award Bid for Used Vehicles and Equipment to Ed Loya 3. Award of Bid: Tennis and Basketball Court Resurfacing to Copeland Coating Co., Inc. City Council Meeting 7/2/13 FINANCE DEPARTMENT 1. Discussion and Vote: Budget Transfers – Payroll 2. Discussion and Vote: Budget Transfers – Benefits 3. Discussion and Vote: Budget Amendment – Additional Police Officers 4. Announcement: Secret Library – Historical Documents 5. Announcement: Retirement PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 1. Discussion and Vote: Accept Donation of 2 Small Wooden Benches and 2 Small Wooden Planters – Eagle Scout Project 2. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for the Mayor to Sign an Agreement for the Display of the En Point Sculpture at Pink Paddock 3. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for the Mayor to Sign an Agreement with Saratoga Youth Hockey 4. Discussion and Vote: Donation Hockey Boards to Corinth Youth Hockey 5. Discussion: DPW Equipment PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT 1. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Agreement with NYRA for the 2013 Racing Season 2. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for the Mayor to Sign Agreement with Saratoga School District for the School Resource Officer for the 2013-2014 School Year 3. Discussion and Vote: Clarification of Civil Service Title in the Public Safety Department 4. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Agreement with Stilsing Electric for the Lake Avenue Fire House Traffic Signal Replacement 5. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Contract with Greenman-Pedersen for the Broadway Corridor Traffic Study 6. Set Public Hearing: To Amend Chapter 225, Subsection 225-72, Schedule 7 One Way Streets 7. Discussion: Arrest on June 27, 2013 SUPERVISORS Joanne Yepsen 1. Maplewood Manor LDC Meeting 2. Equalization and Assessment 3. Saratoga County Fair Matthew Veitch 1. Update: Racing Committee 2. Update: Technology Committee ADJOURN Page 2 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/2/13 July 2, 2013 CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS City Council Meeting City Council Room PRESENT: Scott Johnson, Mayor Michele Madigan, Commissioner of Finance John Franck, Commissioner of Accounts Anthony Scirocco, Commissioner of DPW Christian Mathiesen, Commissioner of DPS STAFF PRESENT: Shauna Sutton, Deputy Mayor Lynn Bachner, Deputy Commissioner, Finance Sharon Kellner-Byrnes, Deputy Commissioner, Accounts Tim Cogan, Deputy Commissioner, DPW Eileen Finneran, Deputy Commissioner, DPS Matt Dorsey, City Attorney Matthew Veitch, Supervisor Joanne Yepsen, Supervisor 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 Local Law #1 of 2013 to Amend Chapter 215 of City Code - Taxicabs Mayor Johnson opened the public hearing at 6:56 p.m. Commissioner Franck advised we will be having 2 public hearings; tonight and one on July 16th. The local law is also on line for review. We will take a vote at the next meeting after the public hearing. Mayor Johnson closed the public hearing at 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. PUBLIC COMENT Page 3 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/2/13 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. Mayor Johnson opened the public comment period at 7:01 p.m. George Schuloff of 55 Regatta View Drive stated he represents the East Side Safety Committee. They have written the Council regarding the safety facility on the east side. He asked Mayor Johnson what he is personally doing to purchase land for the safety facility. Commissioner Mathiesen stated they are working to try to find property for an east side station and hope to make an announcement soon. Mayor Johnson closed the public comment period at 7:03 p.m. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to approve the consent agenda as follows: 1. Approval of 5/21/13 City Council Minutes 2. Approval of 6/17/13 Pre-Agenda Minutes 3. Approval of 6/18/13 City Council Minutes 4. Approval of 6/4/13 City Council Minutes 5. Approve Budget Amendments (Increases) 6. Approve Budget Transfers – Regular 7. Approve Payroll 6/21/13 $405,438.40 8. approve Payroll 6/28/13 $439,848.36 9. Approve Warrant: 2013 Mid – 13MWJUN2 $3,470,610.14 10. Approve Warrant: 2013 REG – 13JUL1 $244,556.88 Commissioner Madigan advised she requested a correction to the 6/18/13 minutes to include the new minimum and maximum range for the revised fund balance on page 9 under agenda item 2013 Finance Policies and Procedures Update. Ayes – All MAYOR’S DEPARTMENT Discussion and Vote: Workforce Community Partnership for 26 Cherry Street and 195 Division Street (13- 219) Mayor Johnson stated this is an example of public/private partnerships that works and meets the needs of the City in the most cost effective way. In this case it is a need for workforce housing. This started during the in-rem proceeding last year for parcels that were delinquent in taxes. He thanked the Finance Department for their support of this measure all along. This is a unique opportunity to transfer tax delinquent properties into homeownership opportunities. It is also consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and the City’s consolidated plan and goals under HUD guidelines. Brad Birge introduced the community partners: Tammy DiCara of Habitat for Humanity, Barry Potoker of Saratoga Home Builders Association, and Michelle Larkin of Building Together Saratoga County. We became eligible for block grant funding in 1995. The City’s highest priority for those funds is to increase the availability of affordable housing. The proposal is to transfer these properties to Habitat for Humanity. The properties would be transferred to and the project would be managed by Habitat for Humanity and the Page 4 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/2/13 construction and labor would come from a combination of areas. Habitat for Humanity will do the family selection. Applicants would be city residents, first time homebuyer, owner occupied, sweat equity investment of 400 hours with 200 hours on site. The intent is the community benefits via return of tax delinquent property to tax roles, guarantees property improvement and increasing real property value. Commissioner Madigan asked how the selection process starts. Brad advised they will reach out to social agencies, banks, lending institutions, and advertisements. Commissioner Madigan asked if the person has to currently be a city resident. Brad advised they do need to currently be a city resident. Mayor Johnson confirmed the person must have been a city resident for the past 12 months. Brad advised that is correct. Commissioner Mathiesen asked if there is a requirement that the applicant maintain ownership of the property for a specified period of time. Tammy DiCara of Habitat for Humanity advised stated they act as the bank and hold the paper. Their intent is the family stay in the home until the mortgage is paid. Mayor Johnson stated the city attorney has drafted a proposed contract of sale with Habitat for Humanity. We were not able to get approval from Habitat’s attorney for this meeting but will have it for the next one. Commissioner Franck stated what he is seeing is what he was told last year; we are moving this parcel over to Habitat and they take on the liability. He thinks it would be great to get a duplex on Cherry Street. Commissioner Madigan asked at what point is the City no longer liable for the property. Mayor Johnson advised upon closing and transfer of title. He advised we are not using City funds as part of this project. Commissioner Franck added that the sale of the other parcels were well in excess of the back taxes; making the City whole. Commissioner Madigan advised there were back taxes due on these parcels but the City has been made whole on all back taxes; and there were even excess funds. Commissioner Mathiesen stated workforce housing has been a challenge in this City. He thanked everyone for their efforts on this project. Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to approve the workforce community partnership as described for treatment of the 2 parcels at 195 Division Street and 26 Cherry Street to be treated in the fashion described and further details will be coming back before the Council. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Merit for Review of Saratoga Hospital PUD and Referral for Concurrent Advisory Opinions to Design Review Commission, City and County Planning Boards (13-220) Brad Birge advised this is to amend the boundaries to provide for maximum square footage to accommodate an expansion for surgical units. This would include the demolition of the existing Cramer House. They are also looking to remove that from the PUD. It is not required but the Council may want to seek opinion from the DRC. Page 5 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/2/13 Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Mathiesen seconded that there is sufficient merit for review for referral of Saratoga Hospital PUD for concurrent advisory opinions to the Design Review Commission, and City and County Planning Boards. Ayes – All Set Public Hearing: and Refer to County Planning Board for Advisory Opinion on the Proposed Zoning Map Amendment at 3368 South Broadway Mayor Johnson set a public hearing for Tuesday, August 6, 2013 at 6:55 p.m. Discussion and Vote: Resolution Regarding Notices of Claim (13-221) Matt Dorsey, city attorney advised there is a change in the law of notice of claim upon municipalities. The law now asks the City to advise the Secretary of State of whom that service should be sent to at the municipal level. The resolution tonight is allowing for the notice of claim to be sent to the Secretary of State and for it then to be sent to city attorney of the City of Saratoga Springs. The Council agreed to waive the reading of the following resolution: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK Mayor Scott T. Johnson Commissioner Michele Madigan Commissioner Anthony Scirocco Commissioner Christian Mathiesen Commissioner John P. Franck WHEREAS, General Municipal Law §53 requires cities to file a certificate with the Secretary of State designating the Secretary of State as an agent for service of a notice of claim; and WHEREAS, General Municipal Law §53 requires the certificate to include the applicable time limit for filing the notice of claim upon the city and the name, post office address and electronic mail address, if available, of an officer, person, or designee, nominee or other agent-in fact for the transmittal of notices of claim served upon the Secretary as the city’s agent; and WHEREAS, pursuant to General Municipal Law §50-e(1)(a), the applicable time limit for the filing of a notice of claim upon a city is 90 days after the claim arises, or in the case of a wrongful death action, 90 days from the appointment of a representative of the decedent’s estate; Now, therefore be it RESOLVED, that the City Council of Saratoga Springs (hereinafter “City Council”) approves the designation of the Secretary of State as agent for services of notices of claim, and it is further RESOLVED, that the City Council designated the City Attorney of Saratoga Springs to receive notices of claims served upon the Secretary of State by mail at City Hall, 474 Broadway, Room #9, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council hereby directs the City Clerk to file the required certificate with the Secretary of State informing him or her of the City’s designation and applicable time limitation for filing a notice of claim with the City on or before July 15, 2013. Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to approve the resolution as listed and described. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Military Leave Policy (13-222) Mayor Johnson stated this policy is new in the City to be consistent with federal and state law. Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to approve the military leave policy as listed and described. Ayes – All Discussion and Vote: Smoking Policy (13-223) Page 6 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/2/13 Mayor Johnson this policy handles and limits smoking at certain entrances and exits of City owned buildings. It also removes certain smoke free zones at the Geyser Veterans Memorial Park and the north side recreation complex. Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to approve the proposed smoking policy revisions. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Agreement with Sonny and Perley for Summer Concert Series (13-224) Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded the agreement with Sonny and Perley for July 28, 2013 in the amount of $300 from line A3517524 / 54172. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Appointment to City Center Authority (13-225) Mayor Johnson proposed appointing Charlie Wheeler to the City Center Authority Board. Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to appoint Charlie Wheeler to the City Center Authority Board. Mayor Johnson advised the term is from now through February 15, 2018. Ayes – All **** Mayor Johnson announced that Wednesday, July 10th at 3 p.m. the City will be holding a ceremony to officially dedicate a portion of Long Alley to Connolly Way. ACCOUNTS DEPARTMENT Award of Bid: Lake Avenue Fire House Traffic Signal Replacement to Stilsing Electric, LLC (13-226) Commissioner Franck moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to award the bid for the Lake Avenue Fire House Traffic Signal Replacement to Stilsing Electric, Inc. Commissioner Franck advised they were the lowest bidder and funding is in line H3143312 / 52000 / 1198. Ayes - All Award of Bid: Rescind Award of Bid and Re-Award Bid for Used Vehicles and Equipment to Ed Loya (13- 227) Commissioner Franck advised that at the June 18, 2013 City Council meeting, the bid for the sale of the Dodge Ram 2500 pick-up and the Dodge 2500 pick-up were awarded to Mark Milks. Mr. Milks has withdrawn his bid. Commissioner Franck moved and Commissioner Scirocco seconded to rescind the award of bid for the Sale of Used Vehicles and Equipment to Mark Milks and re-award the bid for the Dodge Ram 2500 pick-up and the Dodge 2500 pick-up to Ed Loya for a total of $800; $400.00 for each vehicle. Ayes - All Page 7 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/2/13 Award of Bid: Tennis and Basketball Court Resurfacing to Copeland Coating Co., Inc. (13-228) Commissioner Franck moved and Mayor Johnson seconded to award the bid for the Tennis and Basketball Court Resurfacing to Copeland Coating Co., Inc. in the amount of $73,300. They were the overall lowest bidder. Funding is in line H3567142 / 52000 / 1163. Ayes - All FINANCE DEPARTMENT Discussion and Vote: Budget Transfers – Payroll (13-229) Commissioner Madigan moved and Commissioner Mathiesen seconded to approve the 2013 budget transfers – payroll which were distributed with the agenda. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Budget Transfers – Benefits (13-230) Commissioner Madigan moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to approve the 2013 budget transfers – benefits which were distributed with the agenda. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Budget Amendment – Additional Police Officers (13-231) Commissioner Madigan advised this is to process the 5/21/13 vote to amend the budget for 2 additional police officers using a part of the additional VLT aid grant. The vote stated the amendment would be made upon receipt of the VLT aid transmittal. The money was received on June 28th in the amount of $1,827,251.00. The amount budgeted for 2013 is $1,496,000 which results in an additional $331,251. The amendment is in the amount of $59,604 for one half of the year. Commissioner Madigan moved and Commissioner Mathiesen seconded to approve the 2013 budget amendment – additional police officers which were distributed with the agenda. Roll Call: Commissioner Franck – Aye Commissioner Madigan – Aye Commissioner Scirocco – Aye Commissioner Mathiesen – Aye Mayor Johnson - Aye Announcement: Secret Library – Historical Documents Commissioner Madigan advised Senator Edward Brackett was founder of the Adirondack Trust Company and retained his law office in City Hall. When the Finance Department went in there, they installed a drop ceiling and left the documents up there. The materials will be preserved by the curator of the Adirondack Trust and returned to the City. She asked the curator to see if they can find who the proper owner is of the documents. They also found 2 old seals – one was Senator Brackett’s and one was from a taxicab company. Mayor Johnson asked if contact was attempted with the family or the estate to get their approval. There may be some proprietary documents. Page 8 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/2/13 Commissioner Madigan stated she is in touch with the curator and at this point nothing has been done with the materials. It does look like it might be the work documents relating to his law firm. Mayor Johnson stated his concern is the copying of the documents. Commissioner Mathiesen asked if the material is to be returned to the City, are there plans of where to store it in the future. Commissioner Madigan stated they would talk with the City historian at that point. Commissioner Franck stated Nancy Wagner should be included in that discussion as she has stored many of our historical documents so they would be preserved. Commissioner Mathiesen stated they talked about the possibility of having a facility built for all the records that need to be retained. They need a records and evidence storage area for public safety as well. Announcement: Retirement Commissioner Madigan announced after 36 ½ years of employment, Michael King retired. He was the longest employee of the City. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Discussion and Vote: Accept Donation of 2 Small Wooden Benches and 2 Small Wooden Planters – Eagle Scout Project (13-232) Commissioner Scirocco advised they were approached by a 17 year old Spa Catholic student who is an active Boy Scout in Troop 16. He is looking to achieve the rand of Eagle Scout. To accomplish this rank, one must complete a project that will benefit the community. Commissioner Scirocco moved and Commissioner Mathiesen seconded to approve the donation of 2 small wooden benches and 2 small wooden planters. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Authorization for the Mayor to Sign an Agreement for the Display of the En Point Sculpture at Pink Paddock (13-233) Commissioner Scirocco advised this agreement is between the Pink Paddock and the City to position the sculpture in the City’s right-of-way from June 1, 2013 through November 1, 2013. Commissioner Scirocco moved and Commissioner Mathiesen seconded to authorize the mayor to sign the agreement between the City of Saratoga Springs and the Pink Paddock to display the En Pointe sculpture in the City’s right of way. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Authorization for the Mayor to Sign an Agreement with Saratoga Youth Hockey (13- 234) Commissioner Scirocco stated this is an annual agreement for the use of the concession stand at the Weibel Avenue Ice Rink in the amount of $450 per month for July and August 2013 and $600 per month for September 1, 2013 through April 30, 2014. Page 9 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/2/13 Commissioner Scirocco moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to authorize the mayor to sign an agreement with Saratoga Youth Hockey for the amounts and dates as stated. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Donation Hockey Boards to Corinth Youth Hockey (13-235) Commissioner Scirocco stated they were approached by the Corinth Youth Hockey asking for the donation of the hockey boards to their non profit organization. Commissioner Scirocco moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to approve the donation of the hockey boards to Corinth Youth Hockey program. Ayes - All Discussion: DPW Equipment Commissioner Scirocco explained the City has 145 miles of streets to maintain. One of their sweepers has broken down. The parts to repair the sweeper are $9,000 and it takes 2 – 3 weeks to get. They are receiving calls from residents inquiring of what is happening. They have put $65,000 into this sweeper since 2008. He will be talking to finance to see what can be done to get another sweeper. A month ago the other sweeper broke down. Commissioner Madigan stated she agrees with him and she has been extremely supportive of equipment. She would be happy to meet with him. Commissioner Franck asked if the sweepers are leasable or is there a used one that can be purchased. Commissioner Scirocco stated the sweepers can be leased but they are not available at this time. PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Agreement with NYRA for the 2013 Racing Season (13-236) Commissioner Mathiesen advised this is an annual agreement to provide additional fire protection and services to NYRA. NYRA will pay $82,600 for the services. Commissioner Mathiesen moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to authorize the mayor to sign the agreement with NYRA. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Authorization for the Mayor to Sign Agreement with Saratoga School District for the School Resource Officer for the 2013-2014 School Year (13-237) Commissioner Mathiesen this is an annual agreement for a school resource officer. The school district will pay 65% and the City will pay for 35% plus all overtime. Commissioner Mathiesen moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to authorize the mayor to sign the agreement with the Saratoga Springs City School District for the school resource officer for the year 2013/2014. Ayes - All Page 10 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/2/13 Discussion and Vote: Clarification of Civil Service Title in the Public Safety Department (13-238) Commissioner Mathiesen advised the Council approved an increase in salary for a part time position. The correct title is part time laborer in the Public Safety Department in the traffic control sub department. Commissioner Mathiesen moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to correct the title for the position which is part time laborer in the Public Safety Department in the traffic control sub department. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Agreement with Stilsing Electric for the Lake Avenue Fire House Traffic Signal Replacement (13-239) Commissioner Mathiesen stated this is for the purchase and construction of the Lake Avenue Fire House traffic signal replacement. The agreement is in the amount of $91,500.00. Funding is in line H3143312 52000 1198. Commissioner Mathiesen moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to authorize the mayor to sign an agreement with Stilsing Electric, Inc. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Contract with Greenman-Pedersen for the Broadway Corridor Traffic Study (13-240) Commissioner Mathiesen stated this contract will allow for a traffic study of the Broadway corridor. The study will look at the following intersections: Broadway at Ellsworth Jones Place; Broadway at Church Street and Lake Avenue; Broadway at Caroline; Broadway at Division Street; Broadway at Washington Street; Broadway at Spring Street; Broadway at Congress Street and East Congress Street; Congress Street at Hamilton Street; and Lake Avenue at Maple Avenue. The amount of the contract will not exceed $14,700 and will come from line A3143014 / 54720. Commissioner Mathiesen moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to authorize the mayor to sign the contract with Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. Ayes - All Set Public Hearing: To Amend Chapter 225, Subsection 225-72, Schedule 7 One Way Streets Commissioner Mathiesen set a public hearing for Tuesday, July 16 at 6:50 p.m. Discussion: Arrest on June 27, 2013 Commissioner Mathiesen stated within 2 days of the robbery at CVS, the person who committed the crime on June 25th was apprehended. Our Police Department worked very well with other law enforcement agencies to apprehend this person. He thanked all who were involved in this case. SUPERVISORS Joanne Yepsen Maplewood Manor LDC Meeting Page 11 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/2/13 Supervisor Yepsen reported a meeting was held last week the County. An environmental assessment was done which showed no environmental conditions. An advisory committee was appointed to review and respond to the RFP. Equalization and Assessment Supervisor Yepsen reported the County Treasure approached the Board and asked for approval to convey auction parcels to second bidders. There are properties that are believed to be contaminated and are not selling. They will look for grants to do some clean up on those properties and put those back out to auction. Saratoga County Fair Supervisor Yepsen reported the Saratoga County Fair is July 16th – 21st. The web site is www.SaratogaCountyFair.org. Matthew Veitch Update: Racing Committee Supervisor Veitch reported the Committee met today. The Committee stated they will support the bill at the County level that was passed however they will not pass or sign any resolutions. One thing they like about the bill is the racing industry still receives the benefits and fixes the tax rates on slots and it eliminated the original $50 million dollar investment. We are not required to pass a local law to have the casino in our county. Update: Technology Committee Supervisor Veitch pulled this item as the meeting was cancelled. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Johnson moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to adjourn the meeting. Ayes – All There being no further business, Mayor Johnson adjourned the meeting at 8:27 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lisa Ribis Clerk Approved: 7/16/13 Vote: 5 - 0 Page 12 of 12