9.9.2024 Meeting Minutes
9.9.2024 Meeting Minutes
TOWN BOARD Meeting Minutes
Marion Court Room
Monday, September 9, 2024
A Town Board meeting of the Town of Marion, Wayne County, NY was held on Monday, September 9, 2024 at the Marion Court Room.
Supervisor Johnson called the meeting to order at 6pm 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 Operator Marion Sewer Department; Marcia Lonneville; Justin Minier; Tracy Whitney, Marion Library Director; Casey Carpenter, Times of Wayne County; Jennifer Williams; Nancy Spinning; Samantha Starks; David Maynard III; Nicholas Whitney; Darious ??; Caleb Spaulding; Iris Bourgeois; Keith Bourgeois.
Supervisor Johnson asked everyone to stand and give the Pledge of Allegiance.
Supervisor Johnson welcomed all the Marion Highschool Students who were in attendance.
Budget Workshop:
6pm
Public Hearing:
- Cable Television Agreement
The public hearing was opened at 6:30pm by the Clerk of the Board reading the legal notice. Supervisor Johnson asked 3 times of anyone in attendance had questions and with no one coming forward, the public hearing was closed at 6:32pm on a motion from Councilman Cramer and seconded by Councilwoman Herman and all ayes. - Local Law #3 Amendment and Reform to the Town of Marion Zoning Code Chapter 206, Sections 206-3 and 206-5
The public hearing was opened at 6:33pm. Supervisor Johnson asked 3 times of anyone in attendance had questions and with no one coming forward, the public hearing was closed at 6:34pm on a motion from Councilwoman Herman and seconded by Councilman Cramer and all ayes. - Utilize Contingency Funds
The public hearing was opened at 6:35pm. Councilman Lonneville provided some information regarding this public hearing. Supervisor Johnson then asked 3 times of anyone in attendance had questions and with no one coming forward, the public hearing was closed at 6:36pm on a motion from Councilman Cramer and seconded by Councilwoman Herman and all ayes.
Discussion:
- Marion Bicentennial Committee
- Live Streaming Public Meetings
Proclamation:
Acknowledging the Marion Historical Association. The following Proclamation was read aloud by Supervisor Johnson.
Whereas, The Marion Historic Association began in April 1937, and revived in 1973 for the Bicentennial celebrations of the United State under the leadership of Carolyn Adriaansen; and
Whereas, Marion Town Board consisting of LaVerne Bliek, Linda Lee, Ken Hill, Bob Haak and Supervisor Jolene Bender passed a resolution in 2004 to purchase Jennie’s House located at 3794 S Main St, Marion, NY 14505; and
Whereas, The Marion Historic Association together with the Town of Marion’s Historian, Caryn Devlin and Marion Town Board; revived, restored and persevered Jennie’s House, its contents, and local history; and
Whereas, The Marion Historic Association commitment to honoring Marion’s past through events, speakers, and knowledge; and
Whereas, The Marion Historic Association and its board of directors continue to dedicate countless hours to the perseverance of history; and
Whereas, The Marion Historic Association along with past Town Historians, Emma Erdeli, and current Marion Town Historian, Jennifer Hunter wish to celebrate the grand opening of “Jennie’s” House.
Now, Therefore, I, Summer Johnson, Supervisor of the town of Marion and the current Town Board hereby recognize The Marion Historic Association, past Town Historians, and Current Town Historian, Jennifer Hunter for their positive contributions made to the Town of Marion, its community members and the greater goal of respecting and honoring history. This represents the “Spirit of Service” and should be looked upon as the example of commitment, honor, grit and care.
Given under my hand and the Seal of the Town of Marion, New York on this 9 th day of September 2024.
Correspondence:
- ‘Thank You’ E-Mail from Taylor Shea to Tim Boerman and the Highway Department
- Letter from Marion Seniors
Citizen Comments:
3 residents spoke during this time.
Committees:
| Committee | Chair | Co-Chair |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Supervisor | Michael Cramer | |
| Town Clerk | Julie Herman | Summer Johnson |
| Water, Sewer | Ronald Lonneville | Margi Taber |
| Public Safety | Summer Johnson | |
| Judicial | Margi Taber | Julie Herman |
| Library | Margi Taber | |
| Parks, Recreation | Margi Taber | Summer Johnson |
| Assessor | Ronald Lonneville | |
| Historian | Julie Herman | Ronald Lonneville |
| Zoning, Planning | Michael Cramer | Summer Johnson |
| Highway | Summer Johnson | Ronald Lonneville |
| Drainage | Julie Herman | Michael Cramer |
| Cemetery | Michael Cramer | Julie Herman |
| Code Enforcement Officer | Ronald Lonneville | Michael Cramer |
Reports:
- Town Clerk
- Supervisor
- Money Market
- Operating Statement
- Trial Balance
- Marion Fire District
- Assessor
- Code Officer
- WCWSA
- Dog Control
- Justice
- Bonafede
- Bender
- Planning/Zoning Board
- Sheriff
Resolutions:
- Accept Town Board Meeting Minutes August 12th and August 26th, 2024
- Authorization publishing RFP for seasonal maintenance and work for Main St, Marion
- Authorization publishing RFP for seasonal mowing for 4 abandoned cemeteries throughout Marion
- Authorization to apply for the Youth Development Programming Funding grant RFP Number 041-24 with the County of Wayne.
- Authorization to apply for the 2025 JCAP grant through the New York Unified Court System
- Authorization to start advertising for a Baseball/Soccer Coordinator
- Authorization to start advertising for a Soccer Coordinator
- Authorization to start advertising for a Night Park Supervisor
- Appointment of Parks & Recreation Advisory Board members
- Authorize the Replacement of the Window at Jennie’s House
- Amend Resolution #7142024 Award Contract to Sean Baker, Shores Electric to Install Electric for the New Court Clerk Office
- Amend Resolution #8162024 Award Contract to Limelight Automotive to Install Window Tint on the Windows Facing Main Street
- Authorize the Supervisor to Place the Perpetual Care Funds of $15,200 into a 6 Month CD with Lyons National Bank at a Rate of 4.80%
- Authorize Subsidiary Transfers
- Local Law #3 Amendment and Reform to the Town of Marion Zoning Code Chapter 206, Sections 206-3 and 206-5
- Payment of Claims
Resolution #9012024 Accept Town Board Meeting Minutes August 12th and August 26th, 2024
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, that the Marion Town Board accepts August 12th and 26th, 2024 Town Board meeting minutes.
Resolution #9022024 Authorization publishing RFP for seasonal maintenance and work for Main St, Marion
On a motion by Councilman Cramer 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 needs to have Main Street cleaned for 2025; and
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes to send out an RFP to have Main Street cleaned for 2025 with estimates to be returned no later than October 15, 2025; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk
Resolution #9032024 Authorization publishing RFP for seasonal mowing for 4 abandoned cemeteries throughout Marion.
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
WHEREAS, the Marion Town Board needs to have the 4 abandoned cemeteries mowed for 2025; and
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board authorizes to send out an RFP to have the abandoned cemeteries mowed for 2025 with estimates to be returned no later than October 15, 2025; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk
Resolution #9042024 Authorization to apply for the Youth Development Programming Funding grant RFP Number 041-24 with the County of Wayne
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
WHEREAS, the County of Wayne has a youth development grant to apply for; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to sign all necessary documents regarding said grant; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a certified copy of this resolution to the principal account clerk
Resolution #9052024 Authorization to apply for the 2025 JCAP grant through the New York Unified Court System
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
WHEREAS, the Justice Court for the Town of Marion is preparing an application for the Justice Court Assistance Program Grant (JCAP) to renovate the courtroom, judge’s chambers; now
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to sign all necessary documents regarding said grant; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a certified copy of this resolution to the Justice Court Clerk and the principal account clerk
Resolution #9062024 Authorization Advertising for 2025 Baseball / Softball Coordinator
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 the Clerk of the Board to advertise in the legal newspaper for the Town of Marion for applicants to fill a vacant position in Marion; and
The Town of Marion is accepting applications to be received by Friday, October 11, 2024 at 1pm for the position of 2025 Baseball / Softball Coordinator. Applications may be picked up at the Marion Town Clerk’s Office; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #9072024 Authorization Advertising for Soccer Coordinator
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
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board authorizes the Clerk of the Board to advertise in the legal newspaper for the Town of Marion for applicants to fill a vacant position in Marion; and
The Town of Marion is accepting applications until Friday, October 11, 2024 at 1pm for the position of 2025 Soccer Coordinator. Applications may be picked up at the Marion Town Clerk’s Office; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #9082024 Authorization Advertising for Night Park Supervisor
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 the Clerk of the Board to advertise in the legal newspaper for the Town of Marion for applicants to fill a vacant position in Marion; and
The Town of Marion is accepting applications until Friday, October 11, 2024 at 1pm for the position of 2025 Night Park Supervisor. Applications may be picked up at the Marion Town Clerk’s Office; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #9092024 Appointment of Parks & Recreation Advisory Board members
On a motion by Councilman Lonneville and seconded by Councilman Cramer
ADOPTED: Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Long Roll:
- Councilman Cramer - Aye
- Councilwoman Herman - Aye
- Councilman Lonneville - Aye
- Councilwoman Taber – Aye
- Supervisor Johnson – Aye
The following resolution was approved.
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town of Marion appoints the following members to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board:
Holly Bovet, Zapphire Hartley, Mary Johnson, Sarah Griffin, Barb Schoonerman, Christina Nelson, Joan Fisher, Justin Minier, Jarred I Savory, Tim Holahan; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk, Councilman Taber and each Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee member.
Resolution #9102024 Authorize the Replacement of the Window at Jennie’s House
On a motion by Councilman Lonneville and seconded by Councilman Cramer
ADOPTED:
Ayes: 4
Nays: 1
Long Roll:
- Councilman Cramer - Aye
- Councilwoman Herman - Aye
- Councilman Lonneville - Aye
- Councilwoman Taber – Aye
- Supervisor Johnson – Naye
The following resolution was approved.
WHEREAS, the Marion Town Board held a public hearing on September 9, 2024; and
WHEREAS, a window is in need of replacement at Jennie’s house; and
BE IT RESOLVED, the Marion town board authorizes the repair of the window at Jennie’s house; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the replacement of the window will not exceed $650 with the possibility of using the old trim. If new trim is needed that will be an additional cost not to exceed $200 to be expensed from 75204.01.000.042 utilizing contingency funds; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Town of Marion directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to Ron Lonneville and the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #9112024 Amend Resolution #7142024 Award Contract to Sean Baker, Shores Electric to Install Electric for the New Court Clerk Office
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
WHEREAS, the Town of Marion sent out an RFP to obtain bids to expand the Court Clerk office; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Marion received 2 bids for the electrical work; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board amends Resolution #7142024 to include installing data boxes for computer and credit card access with an amount not to exceed an additional $560.50 for a total not to exceed $7140.50; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the additional $560.50 will be expensed out of account #14104.01.000.040; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to Shores Electric and the Principal Account Clerk
Resolution #9122024 Amend Resolution #8162024 Award Contract to Limelight Automotive to Install Window Tint on the Windows Facing Main Street
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
WHEREAS, the Town of Marion sent out an RFP to obtain bids to install window tint on the windows facing Main Street; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Marion received 2 bids for them; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board amends Resolution #81162024 to include washing of the outside windows where the tint will be installed with an amount not to exceed an additional $100 for a total not to exceed $856 to be paid by the JCAP Grant to be paid out of account #16204.01.000.042; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to Limelight Automotive and the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #9132024 Authorize the Supervisor to Place the Perpetual Care Funds of $15,200 into a 6 Month CD with Lyons National Bank at a Rate of 4.80%
On a motion by Councilman Lonneville and seconded by Councilman Cramer
ADOPTED:
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Long Roll:
- Councilman Cramer - Aye
- Councilwoman Herman - Aye
- Councilman Lonneville - Aye
- Councilwoman Taber – Aye
- Supervisor Johnson – Aye
The following resolution was approved.
WHEREAS, the Town of Marion received $15,200 from the Marion Cemetery Association which is considered to be a perpetual care fund currently the money sits in the money market account; and
BE IT RESOLVED, the Marion town board authorizes the Supervisor to place these funds into a 6 month CD with Lyons National Bank at a rate of 4.80%; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Town of Marion directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #9142024 Authorize Subsidiary Transfers
On a motion by Councilman Loneville 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 the following subsidiary transfers:
| Account # | Description | Debit | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11104.01.0.011 | Supplies | 302.27 | |
| 11104.01.0.012 | Equipment Repair | 423.72 | |
| 11104.01.0.015 | Publications | 7.92 | |
| 14104.01.0.027 | Dues | 100.00 | |
| 51324.01.0.018 | Phone | 108.75 | |
| 71104.01.0.044 | Gas & Electric | 773.03 | |
| 80101.01.0.106 | Vehicle Expenses | 785.15 | |
| 80104.01.0.015 | Publications | 14.44 | |
| 51104.03.0.121 | Oil | 16,526.46 | |
| 51124.03.0.124 | Stone | 11,077.97 | |
| 51124.03.0.130 | Road Reconstruction | 55,592.36 | |
| 51401.03.0.115 | Misc PS DeRoo | 1,944.80 | |
| 90408.03.0.0 | Worker’s Comp | 6,975.35 | |
| 81304.07.000.170 | Vehicle Repairs | 1,275.29 | |
| 81304.07.000.173 | Lagoon Cleaning | 240.14 | |
| 85401.10.000.000 | Personal Services | 18.54 | |
| 90308.10.000.000 | Social Security | 1.42 | |
| 13554.01.000.003 | Advertising | 302.27 | |
| 13554.01.000.034 | Stationery | 423.72 | |
| 13554.01.000.034 | Stationery | 7.92 | |
| 13554.01.000.035 | Stationery | 10.00 | |
| 51324.01.000.042 | Building Repairs | 108.75 | |
| 71104.01.000.068 | Line Marker | 300.00 | |
| 73101.01.000.082 | PS Night Park Super | 473.03 | |
| 80101.01.000.105 | Legal Fees | 785.15 | |
| 80101.01.000.105 | Legal Fees | 14.44 | |
| 51104.03.000.124 | Stone | 3,495.77 | |
| 51124.03.000.129 | Wedging/Aprons | 3,397.83 | |
| 51484.03.000.144 | Salt | 75,803.19 |
AND BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board authorizes the Principal Account Clerk to transfer any additional subsidiary transfers to balance the budget for 2024; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #9152024 Local Law #3 Amendment and Reform to the Town of Marion Zoning Code Chapter 206, Sections 206-3 and 206-5
On a motion by Councilman Cramer and seconded by Councilwoman Herman
NOT ADOPTED:
Ayes: 1
Nays: 4
Long Roll:
- Councilman Cramer - Naye
- Councilwoman Herman - Naye
- Councilman Lonneville - Naye
- Councilwoman Taber – Naye
- Supervisor Johnson – Aye
The following resolution was not approved.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board met and held a public hearing for Local Law #3 Amendment and Reform to the Town of Marion Zoning Code Chapter 206, Sections 206-3 and 206-5; and
BE IT RESOLVED, a summary of the public hearing will be created; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk.
Resolution #9162024 Payment of Claims
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
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.
| Fund | Amount | Voucher #’s |
|---|---|---|
| General | $48,047.12 | 18809-18817, 18821-18823, 18825-18827, 18833, 18835, 18836, 18839-18845, 18848, 18854, 18855, 18858, 18859, 18862-18864, 18866-18871, 18875-18880, 18883, 18886-18894 |
| Highway | $10,084.71 | 18819, 18846-18847, 1884-18853, 18865, 18882, 18884, 18885 |
| Library | $2,353.62 | 18812, 18864, 18888-18891 |
| Water | $487.50 | 18881 |
| Sewer | $9,420.97 | 18811, 18812, 18824, 18828-18832, 18857, 18864, 18888, 18890-18891, 18893, 18872 |
| Street Lighting | $166.09 | 18864, 18891 |
| Drainage | $6,725.00 | 18820 |
| Trust & Agency | $1,868.66 | 18837, 18838, 18856, 18860, 18861, 18874, 18888 |
| Total | $79,153.67 | |
Additional Citizen Comments:
1 resident spoke during this time.
Executive Session
On a motion from Councilman Cramer and seconded by Councilwoman Herman, the Town Board went into executive session to discuss medical, financial, credit or employment history of a particular person at 7:45pm.
With no further business, on a motion by Councilwoman Herman and seconded by Councilman Cramer, Supervisor Johnson closed the meeting at 8:10pm.
Next meetings are scheduled for:
- Meeting/Workshop: Monday, September 16, 2024 @ 6pm
- Meeting/Workshop: Monday, September 23, 2024 @ 6pm
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Heidi M. Levan, Clerk of the Board