The regular meeting of the Peru Town Board was held on Monday, September 12, 2016 at the
Peru Town Hall. Those present were Mr. Pete Glushko, Supervisor; Mr. James Douglass,
Councilman; Mr. James Langley, Councilman; Mr. Donald McBrayer, Councilman; Mr. Brandy
McDonald, Councilman; Mr. Don Biggs, Town Attorney; Mrs. Kathleen Flynn, Town Clerk.
Also present Mr. Courtney Tetrault, Water/Sewer Superintendent; Mr. Michael Farrell, Highway
Superintendent; Mr. Dave Drollette, Dog Control Officer; Mr. Robert Guynup, Code
Enforcement Officer; Mr. Peter Gibbs, Town Engineer; and Ms. Pamela Barber, Secretary to the
Board.
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM by Mr. Glushko, with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Motion Mr. McDonald, seconded by Mr. Langley to approve the minutes from the August 22,
2016 meeting. Ayes 5 Nays 0
Motion Carried
Motion by Mr. Douglass, seconded by Mr. McBrayer to include the reports from the following
departments into the official record of tonight’s meeting. (Water/Sewer/Valcour; Highway;
Town Clerk; Dog Control; Youth Department; Code/Zoning; Supervisor’s Report; Court;
Website; and Banking Reports). Ayes 5 Nays 0
Motion Carried
Motion by Mr. Douglass, seconded by Mr. Langley to approve the minutes from the August 15,
2016 meeting. Ayes 5 Nays 0
Motion Carried
Community Input and Questions
None
Babbie Farm Museum Presentation
Carol Rock, Secretary and member of the board (refers to the letter that she had sent board
members). Ms. Rock thanks the board for the past support and is hoping for the board to
consider supporting them again. Ms. Rock refers to services and programs that they provide
informing them that they provide tours for school children and various other organizations.
AES Contract Approval
Motion by Mr. Langley, seconded by Mr. McDonald to pass resolution #16.09.12-1;
WHEREAS, the Town Board has the Short Form Agreement between the Town of Peru and
AES Northeast for engineering services for the Town before it NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, said proposed agreement is approved and the Supervisor be and hereby is
authorized to execute said agreement.
AND, BE IT
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
Roll Call:
Mr. Douglass-Yes
Mr. Glushko-Yes
Mr. Langley-Yes
Mr. McBrayer-Yes Mr. McDonald-Yes
Motion Carried
Town Dog Park Update
Mr. Glushko reports that the dog park is coming along nicely. He refers to the resolution (which
is on the agenda later in the meeting), which will be passed this evening. Mr. Glushko suggests
that larger signs are ordered replacing all smaller ones which would include all rules on one sign
rather than many different signs. Mr. Glushko refers to further discussions pertaining to Dog
Park sign and what should be on them, and various other items needed for completion of the Dog
Park.
Park Christmas Tree Replacement Update
Mr. McBrayer informs members that he continues to speak with Darin Parrotte pertaining to the
above. He says that Mr. Parrotte has told him that in one week, he will be able to obtain a 12
foot freshly cut Balsam.
Town Pickle ball/Tennis Court Update
Mr. McBrayer states that he received an email from Ms. Adele Douglass pertaining to the above.
He tells members that it has been reported that over 40 people are participating in Pickle Ball.
Ms. Douglass also tells Mr. McBrayer that she is hoping to get a price for paving the courts. Mr.
Farrell tells members that he went to the town court earlier (today), and that the gate was locked.
He then went to Ms. Douglass’ home, but she was not there. Board members encourage Mr.
Farrell to provide the pricing for paving ½ the court and the entire thing. Mr. Farrell informs
members that the fencing will have to be removed.
Dog Park Fence Purchase
Motion by Mr. McDonald, seconded by Mr. Douglass to pass resolution #16.09.12-2;
WHEREAS, the Town Board has received certain proposals in response to its request for same in
connection with the installation of fencing at the Heyworth Mason Park Dog Park AND
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed these proposals and has decided that the proposal of
Freedom Fence Company best meets the needs of the Town for installing fencing; NOW
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town of Peru accepts the proposal of Freedom Fence Company for
installation of chain link fencing at a cost not to exceed Eight Thousand Nine Hundred and Five
Dollars ($8905.00), And
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
Discussion-Conversation about the installation of a gate took place, which resulted in Mr.
McBrayer expressing his desire for a gate to allow trucks to get in and out of the park if needed.
It was decided that this was a good idea. Mr. Farrell spoke about where the gate would go, and
members state that “someone” be on site to show exactly where the gate should go.
Amended Resolution:
Motion by Mr. McDonald, seconded by Mr. Douglass to pass resolution #16.09.12-2;
WHEREAS, the Town Board has received certain proposals in response to its request for same in
connection with the installation of fencing at the Heyworth Mason Park Dog Park AND
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed these proposals and has decided that the proposal of
Freedom Fence Company best meets the needs of the Town for installing fencing; NOW
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town of Peru accepts the proposal of Freedom Fence Company for
installation of chain link fencing (including a gate), at a cost not to exceed Nine Thousand Three
Hundred Five Dollars and No Cents, AND
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
Roll Call:
Mr. Douglass-Yes
Mr. Glushko-Yes
Mr. Langley-Yes
Mr. McBrayer-Yes Mr. McDonald-Yes
Motion Carried
Laphams Mills Field Fencing Purchase
Motion by Mr. Douglass, seconded by Mr. McBrayer to pass resolution #16.09.12-3;
WHEREAS, the Town Board has received certain proposals in response to its request for same in
connection with the installation of fencing at the Laphams Mills Athletic Field AND
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed these proposals and has decided that the proposal of
C&E Fencing Company best meets the needs of the Town for installing fencing; NOW
THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town of Peru accepts the proposal of C&E Fencing for installation of
chain link fencing at a cost not to exceed Two Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Three
Dollars ($2783.00), And
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
Roll Call:
Mr. Douglass-Yes
Mr. Glushko-Yes
Mr. Langley-Yes
Mr. McBrayer-Yes Mr. McDonald-Yes
Motion Carried
Board of Assessment Review Member Reappointment
Motion by Mr. Langley, seconded by Mr. Douglass to pass resolution 16.09.12-4;
This body resolves that George Coon is hereby reappointed to the Board of Assessment Review
for a term beginning October 1, 2016 and expiring September 30, 2021.
Roll Call:
Mr. Douglass-Yes
Mr. Glushko-Yes
Mr. Langley-Yes
Mr. McBrayer-Yes Mr. McDonald-Yes
Motion Carried
Parsons Road Repairs Update
Mr. Peter Gibbs addresses the board pertaining to the above. He tells members that the base of
the culverts are rotting out, (and provides photographs). Mr. Gibbs offers a few different ways
to repair, but Mr. Glushko points out that the increased traffic and (tonnage) must be looked at to
allow this project to be repaired properly. Mr. Gibbs offers to review the traffic, the road and
culverts in more detail.
Building Purchase Update
The Town of Peru officially owns the old Peru Federal Credit Union Building. Mr. Kirby tells
members that he has been working on the inside. He also states that the Court has money in its
expense account that he would like to use to continue his work. Members agree that this is
acceptable practice. Mr. Kirby describes the renovations as going well.
Lyons Road Schoolhouse Update
Mr. Langley informs members that he has been working with Mr. Allen on this project. Mr.
Langley has obtained two estimates on repair for the above. Included in the estimate from Blair
Brothers was scraping of the shingles, repairing the roof, repointing of the chimney, and
replacing damaged plywood on the siding for a total of $21,466.00. Mr. Langley is requesting
to apply for a grant through Clinton County which is due in October. He states that he and Mr.
Allen will be doing a presentation together on this.
Motion by Mr. Douglass, seconded by Mr. McBrayer authorizing Mr. James Langley to apply
for the Tobacco Settlement Grant through Clinton County. Ayes 5 Nays 0
Motion Carried
Sewer District Income Survey Update
Mr. Tetrault tells members that he spoke to Liz Tedford earlier in the day and was told that she
had received more information than was needed and that the numbers look good to put the Town
of Peru below the 2013 census (financially). Mr. Tetrault tells members that 282 responses were
obtained and only 265 were needed.
Letter of Support for Towns of Ellenburg and Plattsburgh Regarding Mortuaries
Mr. Glushko is requesting support from the board to write a letter of support to Governor
Andrew Cuomo pertaining to the above. Whispering Maples Memorial Garden, Inc. was
declared abandoned by the state and is now being dropped on the taxpayers of the North
Country. The letter is requesting the Governor to include $600,000.00 in the 2017 Executive
Budget to aid in the transfer and operation of this entity to the responsibility of the two named
towns.
Motion by Mr. Langley, seconded by Mr. Douglass authorizing Mr. Pete Glushko to sign the
letter referred to in the above discussion. Ayes 5 Nays 0
Motion Carried
Budget Update
Mr. Glushko refers to budget information that has been passed out to the Department heads and
urges everyone to get the information back as soon as possible.
Other Business
Mr. McBrayer acknowledges the Youth Commission for their tremendous efforts in organizing
the Opening Day of the Soccer Season.
Mr. Glushko informs members that Mr. Patrick Holmes, (JCEO Outreach Coordinator), has
retired. Employees of the Town Hall will be hosting a lunch for him this Wednesday. Mr.
Glushko also states that he would like to thank Mr. Holmes for all of his service with a
resolution.
Mr. Glushko tells members that the Lions Club is looking to replace the “Welcome to Peru
Signs” and he would like to see the town assist in this is possible.
Mr. Tetrault informs members that the new Dunkin Donuts is progressing nicely. He also says
that a person doing community service has put new railings on the Gazebo in addition to adding
a fresh coat of paint.
Ms. Barber states that the numbers on the budget sheets that were handed out reflect the numbers
through August 31st.
Mr. Tetrault informs members that he does not believe that the Reservoir Road is in a Water
District and he is looking into adding it on.
Community Input on Agenda Items
Mr. Ryan refers to the new Court House and asks what type of work needs to be completed.
Mr. Kirby states that it is in need of a full renovation, with interior divisions and layout changes.
Motion by Mr. McDonald, seconded by Mr. McBrayer to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:45
PM. Ayes 5 Nays 0
Motion Carried
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