1.22.2024 Meeting Minutes
TOWN BOARD Meeting Minutes
Marion Court Room
Monday, January 22, 2024
A Town Board meeting of the Town of Marion, Wayne County, NY was held on Monday, January 22, 2024 at the Marion Court Room.
Supervisor Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:30pm and asked the Clerk of the Board to give a roll call.
PRESENT:
- Summer Johnson, Supervisor
- Michael Cramer, Councilman
- Julie Herman, Councilwoman
- Ronald Lonneville, Councilman
- Margi Taber, Councilwoman
ABSENT:
OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE:
Jeff Cragg, Chief Wastewater Treatment Operator; Marcia Lonneville; Samantha Starks.
Supervisor Johnson asked everyone to stand and give the Pledge of Allegiance.
Visitors:
Rob Richardson – Clean Energy
Mr. Rob Richardson Clean Energy Communities Coordinator for Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council spoke to the Town Board for one hour and 15 minutes on different projects and programs available to the Town of Marion that would qualify the Town for grants. The Town of Marion has been a part of this program since 2017 and has already received a $5,000 grant. The Town Board enjoyed the presentation and asked many questions. The Marion Town Board thanked Councilman Lonneville for getting started on this program many years ago as well as Mr. Richardson for taking time out of his schedule to meet with the Town Board.
Town Business:
textCemetery
Town Clerk Heidi Levan spoke regarding the Marion Cemetery. Ms. Levan and Highway Superintedent, Tim Boerman have met and came up with a list of job responsibilities for both the Town Clerk’s office and Highway Department regarding the cemetery. Each Town Board member received a copy of this electronically in their email as well as a hard copy in this evening’s packet. Councilwoman Herman thanked by Mr. Boerman and Ms. Levan for their time and effort on this new process. Councilwoman Herman also stated Sarah from the NYS Cemetery Division will be meeting with Councilwoman Herman this week regarding the final audit of the cemetery books. Councilwoman Herman will report back to the Town Board after the meeting takes place.
Town Projects
Councilman Lonneville gave an update on Town of Marion projects. The doorknob on the Judges office has been switched from a locking doorknob to a non-locking doorknob which allows for emergency exit from the Court Room. New Exit signs have been ordered for this area of the Court Room.
Councilman Lonneville next stated the new Dusk to Dawn LED lighting at the Town Park has been completed and Councilman Lonneville has received great feedback from residents who are appreciative of these new lights. The inside of the Main Pavilion is still being worked on and hope to have the upgrades complete by April 1, 2024.
Seneca Foods
Councilman Lonneville gave an overview of Seneca Foods. The old Seneca Foods is owned by Brad Persons. Mr. Persons rents the facility to a variety of businesses for storage. This has been great business for Mr. Persons and the town sees a lot of trucks going and coming from the facility.
Lollipops & Polka Dots
Councilman Lonneville stated he stopped into the new Lollipops & Polkadots location. This location is much bigger than the original spot.
Drainage
Councilman Lonneville asked if a 2024 Drainage committee meeting has been scheduled. Councilwoman Herman stated it has not but she has been working with Councilman Cramer to get up to speed on this new committee assignment.
Sewer Spill Update
Supervisor Johnson stated she has been working with Jeff Cragg regarding the fuel oil spill that took place on Union Street that ended up in the Marion Sewer lines. Mr. Cragg also commented stating all sampling of the sewer lines have been done and submitted for testing. Mr. Cragg also stated a NYS DEC officer has been to the Marion Sewer plant (Wastewater Treatment Plant) and has received the letter that was written by Mr. Cragg and Supervisor Johnson. Councilman Lonneville thanked Mr. Cragg and Mr. Steve Taber for this quick response to this problem. Councilman Lonneville also suggested that a letter be written to the Marion Fire Department.
Solar Eclipse Committee – Looking for community volunteers who are not Town Board members.
Supervisor Johnson stated the Marion Solar Eclipse committee met and this event has been turned over to the Marion Events Committee. A decision was made to close the library from 12:30pm to 5pm. The Schools will also be closed this day. Another decision was made to only have community and county venders at this event – no commercial vendors will be allowed to have a booth. The next meeting will take place on February 15th.
Discussion:
- Councilwoman Herman stated that two applications have been received for the Marion Historian position. Councilwoman Herman will be setting up interviews for both candidates in the near future.
- Councilman Lonneville stated that 2nd Deputy Town Clerk, Nadine Seppeler is currently working on updating the business listing for the Town of Marion. Once the updates are complete the list will be added to the Town’s website.
- Supervisor Johnson asked that a copy of the latest edition of Robert’s Rules of Order (12th addition) be purchased and be available at the Town Hall for Town Board members to review if necessary. Town Clerk Heidi Levan will take care of this purchase.
Citizens Comments:
Heidi Levan spoke as a resident and not as the Town Clerk. Ms. Levan brought her concerns for the sidewalks in Marion. This is the 7th year in a row that Ms. Levan has stated the problem with sidewalks in town not being cleared of snow. This makes for dangerous conditions for residents walking. Ms. Levan walks daily and has been forced to walk in the streets because the sidewalks are not cleared of snow. The Town Board thanked Ms. Levan for her concerns.
Correspondence:
Resolutions:
- Rescind Resolution #60722021 – Town Board Procedures
- Citizen comments during board meetings
- Adopt Robert’s Rules of Order 12th Edition
- Authorize hiring Gina Marie Abate-Shumski as the Night Park Supervisor for 2024 Soccer/Baseball Programs
- Authorize Jolene Bender’s Credit Card to be Closed
- Authorize Duane Smeatin’s Credit Card to be Closed
- Authorize Supervisor Summer Johnson to be Added to Lyons National Bank Credit Card
- Authorize Town Clerk, Heidi Levan’s Credit Limit be Increased from $1,000 to $2,000 for the Lyons National Bank Credit Card
- Payment of Claims
- Marion Cemetery Association conveyance to the Town of Marion
Resolution #114-24 Rescind Resolution #6072021 Town Board Procedures
On a motion by Councilman Lonneville and seconded by Councilman Cramer
ADOPTED: Ayes: 5 Cramer, Herman, Lonneville, Taber, Johnson
Nays: 0
The following resolution was adopted
Resolution #6072021 Town Board Procedures
On a motion by Councilman Bliek and seconded by Councilwoman Smith
ADOPTED: Ayes: 4
Nays: 1
Long Roll:
- Councilwoman Fisher – Aye
- Councilman Bliek - Aye
- Councilman Lonneville - Nay
- Councilwoman Smith – Aye
- Supervisor Bender – Aye
The following resolution was adopted
If you are attending a Town Board Meeting and have not signed up for the Public Participation Section of the Town Board Meeting (24 hours prior to start of meeting), then you will not be able to express your opinion. As a courtesy to those who attend the Board Meeting, you are requested not to interrupt the meeting, and refrain from conversation that would interfere with those attending being able to hear the Board transact its business. If in fact someone interferes with the meeting or the conversation with other spectators should require a warning and it is ignored, the person could be charged with Disorderly Conduct. For public hearings, speaking will be limited to topics on the agenda.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #115-24 Citizen Comments During Board Meetings
On a motion by Councilman Cramer and seconded by Councilman Lonneville
ADOPTED: Ayes: 5 Cramer, Herman, Lonneville, Taber, Johnson
Nays: 0
The following resolution was adopted
BE IT RESOLVED, the Marion Town Board will allow anyone who would like to speak for 3 minutes each with a maximum of 15 minutes of the meeting devoted to Citizens Comments. There will be time allocated at both the beginning and end of the meeting; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #116-24 Adopt Robert’s Rules of Order 12th Edition
On a motion by Councilman Cramer and seconded by Councilwoman Herman
ADOPTED: Ayes: 5 Cramer, Herman, Lonneville, Taber, Johnson
Nays: 0
The following resolution was adopted
BE IT RESOLVED, the Marion Town Board adopts Robert’s Rules of Order 12th Edition; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #117-24 Authorize Hiring Gina Marie Abate-Shumski as Night Park Supervisor for 2024 Baseball/Soccer Programs
On a motion by Councilman Cramer and seconded by Councilman Lonneville
ADOPTED: Ayes: 5 Cramer, Herman, Lonneville, Taber, Johnson
Nays: 0
The following resolution was adopted
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board authorizes hiring Gina Marie Abate-Shumski, as the Night Park Supervisor for 2024 Soccer/Baseball Programs at remuneration of $15.00 per hour to be appropriated from account 73101.01.000.082; and
BE IT RESOLVED, according to our employee handbook, this position is required to punch a time clock which is in the office at the lodge; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to Gina Marie Abate-Shumski and the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #118-24 Authorize Jolene Bender’s Credit Card to be Closed
On a motion by Councilwoman Herman and seconded by Councilman Cramer
ADOPTED: Ayes: 5 Cramer, Herman, Lonneville, Taber, Johnson
Nays: 0
The following resolution was adopted
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board authorizes Jolene Bender’s Credit Card to be closed; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to Lyons National Bank and the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #119-24 Authorize Duane Smeatin’s Credit Card to be Closed
On a motion by Councilwoman Herman and seconded by Councilman Cramer
ADOPTED: Ayes: 5 Cramer, Herman, Lonneville, Taber, Johnson
Nays: 0
The following resolution was adopted
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board authorizes Duane Smeatin’s Credit Card to be closed; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to Lyons National Bank and the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #120-24 Authorize Supervisor Summer Johnson to be Added to Lyons National Bank Credit Card
On a motion by Councilwoman Herman and seconded by Councilman Cramer
ADOPTED: Ayes: 5 Cramer, Herman, Lonneville, Taber, Johnson
Nays: 0
The following resolution was adopted
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board authorizes Supervisor Summer Johnson to be added to Lyons National Bank Credit Card effective January 22, 2024 with a credit limit not to exceed $1,000; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to Lyons National Bank, Summer Johnson and the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #121-24 Authorize Town Clerk, Heidi Levan’s Credit Limit be Increased from $1,000 to $2,000 for the Lyons National Bank Credit Card
On a motion by Councilwoman Herman and seconded by Councilwoman Taber
ADOPTED: Ayes: 5 Cramer, Herman, Lonneville, Taber, Johnson
Nays: 0
The following resolution was adopted
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board authorizes Town Clerk, Heidi Levan’s Credit Limit be Increased from $1,000 to $2,000 for the Lyons National Bank Credit Card; and
WHEREAS, monthly charges automatically utilize this credit card; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to Lyons National Bank, Heidi Levan and the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #122-24 Payment of Claims
On a motion by Councilman Lonneville and seconded by Councilwoman Herman
ADOPTED: Ayes: 5 Cramer, Herman, Lonneville, Taber, Johnson
Nays: 0
The following resolution was adopted
WHEREAS, the Marion Town Board has received and audited the following claims: now
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Supervisor is hereby authorized to pay said claims upon receipt of the signed abstracts of audited claims from the Town Clerk.
Abstract
| Fund | Amount |
|---|---|
| General | 4,880.84 |
| Highway | 5.11 |
| Library | 69.47 |
| Sewer | 998.31 |
| Street Lighting | 148.46 |
| Trust & Agency | 193.20 |
| Total | $6,295.39 |
Resolution #123-24 Marion Cemetery Association conveyance to the Town of Marion
On a motion by Councilman Lonneville and seconded by Councilwoman Taber
ADOPTED: Ayes: 5 Cramer, Herman, Lonneville, Taber, Johnson
Nays: 0
The following resolution was adopted
WHEREAS, the Marion Town Board received a letter from the Marion Cemetery Association on August 14, 2024 stating the Marion Cemetery Association would like to convey the Marion Cemetery located on Cemetery Drive to the Town of Marion effective January 1, 2024; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board accepts this conveyance effective January 1, 2024.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Marion Cemetery Association and the Principal Account Clerk.
Citizens Comments:
None
The Town Board went into executive session to discuss the employment history of a particular person on a motion by Councilman Cramer and seconded by Councilwoman Herman at 8:26pm.
With no further business, on a motion by Councilman Cramer and seconded by Councilwoman Herman, Supervisor Johnson closed the meeting at 9:10pm.
Next meetings are scheduled for:
- Meeting/Workshop: Monday, February 12, 2024 @ 6:30pm
- Meeting/Workshop: Monday, February 26, 2024 @ 6:30pm
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Heidi M. Levan, Clerk of the Board