TOWN BOARD MEETING MINUTES

Marion Court Room

Monday, August 10, 2026

 

 

A Town Board meeting of the Town of Marion, Wayne County, NY was held on

Monday, August 10, 2026 at the Marion Town Court Room.

 

Supervisor, Mike Cramer called the meeting to order at 6:30pm and asked the Clerk of the Board to give a roll call.

 

PRESENT:     Mary Johnson, Councilwoman

                           Ronald Lonneville, Councilman

Margi Taber, Councilwoman 

                        Julie Herman, Councilwoman

                           Michael Cramer, Supervisor       

 

ABSENT:      

 

Others in Attendance: Marcia Lonneville; Nancy Spinning; Casey Carpenter, Times of Wayne County.

 

Acknowledgements:           On behalf of the Marion Town Board, Supervisor Cramer thanked the Marion Events Organization, Marion Historic Association, Town of Marion Bicentennial Committee, Marion Highway Department, Vendors and all volunteers who  participated in the Marion Bicentennial Festival that was held on Saturday, August 1^st.  It takes a community coming together to make an amazing event!  Thank you again everyone.

 

                                                      Thank you Recreation Soccer – Summer Food Trucks

 

Upcoming Events:             Marion Drainage Meeting – August 13^th

Gone Crusin’ Car Show – August 15th

Vintage Baseball Game -  August 22^nd

Memorial Fire/Smores – Marion Events Organization

Vintage Postcards @ Jennie’s House Open House

                                                       

Correspondence:          Resignation Letter – Barb Schoonerman Parks & Rec Advisory Board           

 

Discussion:

1.      Park Maintenance QRL code

2.      Summer Recreation Grant – WC Youth

3.      NYS Kicks update

4.      Parks & Recreation – Feedback Survey

5.      Budget Planning Meeting Schedule

 

Resident Comments:  None

 

 

Committees:                                  Chair                                   Co-Chair

Deputy Supervisor                                  Julie Herman

Town Clerk                                               Mike Cramer                             Mary Johnson 

Water, Sewer                                           Ronald Lonneville                    Margi Taber   

Public Safety                                            Mike Cramer                             Ron Lonneville            

Judicial                                                      Margi Taber                              Julie Herman

Library                                                       Margi Taber                              Mary Johnson             

Parks, Recreation                                    Mary Johnson                           Margi Taber   

Assessor                                                    Ronald Lonneville                    Mike Cramer

Historian                                                   Julie Herman                             Ron Lonneville

Zoning, Planning                                      Mike Cramer                            Mary Johnson

Highway                                                    Mike Cramer                            Ronald Lonneville

Drainage                                                   Ron Lonneville                          Julie Herman  

Cemetery                                                  Mike Cramer                             Julie Herman

Code Enforcement Officer                     Mike Cramer                             Ronald Lonneville   

Building Maintenance                             Ron Lonneville                          Mike Cramer      

 

Reports:

1.  a. Town Clerk  - July 2026

      b. Town Clerk -  Dog License Report July 2026                

2.  Dog donation report – N/A

3.  Cemetery -  July 2026

4.  Supervisor

     a. Money Market –  July 2026                                                       

     b. Operating Statement  - As of 8/6/2026

     c. Trial Balance – July 2026                                   

5.  Assessor – July 2026

6.  Code Officer –July 2026

7.  Justice

     a. Bonafede   -July 2026                  

     b. Bender –  July 2026

8.  Dog Control    -July 2026               

9.  Planning/Zoning Board - July 2026                       

10.  Library – July 21, 2026

11. Parks & Rec Advisory – N/A

12. Bicentennial Minutes – July 2026

13.  Marion Fire District – June 9, 2026

14. Town & County Tax Collection Report – N/A

15. Historian Report – N/A

16. Maintenance Report – N/A

 

Resolutions:  

1.      Accept Town Board Meeting minutes for July 13^th and 27^th, 2026

2.      Schedule Public Hearing to Amend Local Law #1-1988 Flood Damage Prevention

3.      Approve Recreation Weather/Air Quality Resolution

4.      Approve Town of Marion Website Policy

5.      Authorize Supervisor to Sign Wayne County Youth Development Funding Grant

6.      Payment of Claims

 

Resolution #801-2026 Accept Town Board Meetings Minutes for July 13^th & 27^th, 2026

 

On a motion by Councilwoman Herman and seconded by Councilwoman Taber

 

ADOPTED:  Ayes: 5   Lonneville, Johnson, Herman, Taber Cramer

     

                     Nays:  0

 

The following resolution was approved.

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board accepts the July 11^th  & 27^th, 2026 Town Board meeting minutes.

 

 

Resolution #802-2026 Authorize Scheduling a Public Hearing to Amend Local Law #1-1988 Flood Damage Prevention

On a motion by Councilman Lonneville and seconded by Councilwoman Herman

 

ADOPTED:  Ayes: 5   Lonneville, Johnson, Herman, Taber Cramer

     

                     Nays:  0

 

The following resolution was approved.

 

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 that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday September 14, 2026 @ 6:30 P.M. at the Marion Court Room for the purpose of Amending Local Law #1-1988 for Flood Damage Prevention; 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 #803-2026 Authorize Adopting Recreation Air Quality and Hazardous Weather Policy

 

On a motion by Councilwoman Johnson and seconded by Councilwoman Herman

 

ADOPTED:  Ayes: 5   Lonneville, Johnson, Herman, Taber Cramer

     

                     Nays:  0

 

The following resolution was approved.

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mation Town Board authorizes adopting the Parks & Recreation Air Quality and Hazardous Weather Policy; and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk, Recreation Coordinators, Recreation Director and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board.

TOWN OF MARION

PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Air Quality and Hazardous Weather Policy

for Youth Recreational Activities (Ages 18 and Under)

 

Purpose	3
Scope	3
Designated Weather Monitor	3
Section 1: Air Quality Policy	4
Section 2: Hazardous Weather Policy	6
Section 3: Special Considerations for Youth	9
Section 4: Documentation and Communication	9
Data Sources and References	10

 

This policy establishes mandatory procedures for monitoring environmental conditions and modifying or canceling outdoor recreational activities for participants aged 18 and under. It is designed to protect youth from air quality hazards and hazardous weather, using data from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) air monitoring network, the EPA AirNow application, and the National Weather Service (NWS).

This policy applies to all outdoor recreational activities, including organized sports, camps, playground activities, field trips, and other supervised outdoor programs involving participants aged 18 and under. This includes, but is not limited to, the Marion Summer Recreation Program and all associated outdoor programming, field trips, and activities.

The recreation coordinator of the sport program (“Weather Monitor”) will be responsible for monitoring the weather.. For the Marion Summer Recreation Program, the Weather Monitor role shall be assigned daily to a member of the on-site camp staff (e.g., Camp Director or lead counselor) for the duration of each program day. This individual is responsible for:

•     Checking the EPA AirNow app (which uses NYSDEC monitoring data) before and during outdoor activities

•     Monitoring NWS forecasts and alerts for the activity location

•     Communicating conditions to all staff and initiating activity modifications or cancellations

•     Documenting environmental readings and any actions taken

 

Air quality shall be assessed using the EPA Air Quality Index (AQI), accessed via the AirNow app or website (airnow.gov), which reports real-time data from NYSDEC monitoring stations. The AQI covers ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5), and other pollutants.

AQI Action Thresholds for Youth (Ages 18 and Under)

AQI Range	Category	Required Action
0–50	Good	No restrictions. Normal outdoor activities may proceed. Action: None required.
51–100	Moderate	Most youth can be active outdoors. Staff should watch for symptoms (coughing, shortness of breath, chest tightness) in all participants, especially those with asthma or other respiratory conditions. Participants with known respiratory conditions should have rescue medications readily available. Consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion for participants with known sensitivities.
101–150	Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups	All children and teenagers are in the sensitive group. REDUCE prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion. Increase frequency of rest breaks. Substitute lower-intensity activities. Schedule outdoor activities in the morning when ozone levels are typically lower. Ensure all participants with asthma have quick-relief medication on-site. Monitor all participants for respiratory symptoms.
151–200	Unhealthy	AVOID prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion for all participants. Move activities indoors when possible. If outdoor activity must continue, limit to light-intensity, short-duration activities only. Consider rescheduling to a time when air quality improves.
201–300	Very Unhealthy	CANCEL all outdoor physical activities. All activities must be moved indoors or rescheduled.
>300	Hazardous	CANCEL all outdoor activities, including non-physical outdoor gatherings. Ensure indoor spaces have adequate air filtration. Consider program closure if indoor air quality cannot be maintained.

Wildfire Smoke Events

During wildfire smoke events (which may be identified by NYSDEC Air Quality Health Advisories or NWS alerts):

•     Follow the AQI thresholds above; conditions can change rapidly during smoke events, so check AQI hourly.

•     N95 respirators may be considered for participants aged 7 and older if brief outdoor exposure is unavoidable; cloth and surgical masks are not effective against wildfire smoke particles.

•     Ensure indoor spaces have windows and doors closed; use HEPA-rated air purifiers or HVAC systems with MERV-13 or higher filters when available.

Monitoring Protocol

•     Check AQI via the AirNow app at least 30 minutes before the start of outdoor activities.

•     Recheck AQI every 1–2 hours during extended outdoor programming.

•     If a NYSDEC Air Quality Health Advisory is issued for the region, default to AQI 101+ (Orange) protocols at minimum, regardless of the current AQI reading.

 

A. Heat

Heat risk should be assessed using the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) when equipment is available. If WBGT is not available, the Heat Index (from NWS forecasts) may be used as a secondary metric.

WBGT-Based Thresholds

WBGT	Required Action
Below 82°F (27.8°C)	Normal activities. Provide at least 3 rest/hydration breaks per hour (minimum 3 minutes each).
82.0–86.9°F (27.8–30.5°C)	Use discretion for intense or prolonged exercise. Closely monitor all participants. Provide at least 3 rest/hydration breaks per hour (minimum 4 minutes each).
87.0–89.9°F (30.6–32.2°C)	Maximum outdoor activity time: 2 hours. Reduce intensity. Provide at least 4 rest/hydration breaks per hour (minimum 4 minutes each).
90.0–92.0°F (32.2–33.3°C)	Maximum outdoor activity time: 1 hour. Light activity only. Provide 20 minutes of rest breaks within the hour.
Above 92°F (33.4°C)	CANCEL all outdoor physical activities.

Heat Index-Based Thresholds (when WBGT is unavailable)

Heat Index	Required Action
Below 90°F	Normal activities with standard hydration breaks.
90–104°F	Increase rest breaks; reduce intensity and duration. Monitor closely.
105–124°F	Limit outdoor activity to 1 hour maximum; light activity only.
125°F or above	CANCEL all outdoor activities.

General Heat Safety Measures

•     Ensure unlimited access to water or electrolyte beverages during all outdoor activities.

•     Fluid intake guidance: approximately 300–750 mL/hour for ages 9–12; 1.0–1.5 L/hour for adolescents during intense exercise in hot conditions.

•     Allow 7–14 days for heat acclimatization at the start of the season, with progressive increases in exercise intensity and duration.

•     Schedule activities during cooler parts of the day (early morning or evening) when possible.

•     Ensure shaded rest areas are available.

•     Staff must be trained to recognize signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke and have an emergency action plan in place, including access to cold water immersion.

B. Lightning

Lightning policy follows the National Weather Service “When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors” standard.

Suspension Criteria

•     Suspend all outdoor activities immediately when thunder is heard OR lightning is observed.

•     If using a lightning detection system, suspend activities when lightning is detected within 6 miles.

Safe Shelter

•     Move all participants to a substantial enclosed building or a fully enclosed metal-topped vehicle.

•     Unsafe locations include: under trees, open pavilions, dugouts, picnic shelters, tents, near metal fences or poles, and near bodies of water.

Resumption Criteria

•     Wait a minimum of 30 minutes after the last thunder is heard or lightning is observed before resuming outdoor activities.

•     The 30-minute clock resets with each subsequent thunder or lightning event.

Proactive Monitoring

•     Monitor NWS forecasts and radar before and during outdoor activities.

•     Designate a weather watcher to observe for building cumulonimbus clouds, increasing winds, and darkening skies.

•     Have a predetermined plan for rapid evacuation to safe shelter, accounting for the time needed to move all participants.

 

C. Cold Weather

Wind Chill-Based Thresholds

Wind Chill Temperature	Required Action
Above 20°F (−7°C)	Normal activities with appropriate cold-weather clothing.
20°F to 0°F (−7°C to −18°C)	Reduce duration of outdoor exposure. Increase frequency of indoor warming breaks. Ensure all participants have appropriate layered clothing, including wind/waterproof outer layers. Monitor for signs of frostnip.
0°F to −17°F (−18°C to −27°C)	Limit outdoor activity to 30 minutes maximum between warming breaks. Heightened surveillance for frostbite and hypothermia. Ensure all exposed skin is covered.
Below −17°F (−27°C)	CANCEL all outdoor activities. Frostbite can occur on exposed skin in 30 minutes or less.

General Cold Safety Measures

•     Require layered clothing: moisture-wicking inner layer, insulating middle layer, wind/waterproof outer layer.

•     Ensure participants have dry clothing available; wet clothing dramatically increases cold injury risk.

•     Monitor for signs of hypothermia (shivering, confusion, slurred speech) and frostbite (numbness, white/gray skin patches).

•     Participants with cold-induced asthma should have rescue inhalers available and may need activity modification at higher temperatures than listed above.

D. Other Severe Weather

•     Tornado Warning: Immediately move all participants to the lowest interior room of a sturdy building, away from windows. Do not resume outdoor activities until the warning expires and conditions are safe.

•     Severe Thunderstorm Warning (winds ≥58 mph or hail ≥1 inch): Move all participants indoors immediately.

•     Flash Flood Warning: Evacuate low-lying areas immediately. Do not allow participants near rising water.

•     Winter Storm Warning / Ice Storm Warning: Cancel outdoor activities.

•     Excessive Heat Warning (issued by NWS): Default to the most restrictive heat protocols above; strongly consider canceling all outdoor activities.

 

•     All children and teenagers are classified as a “sensitive group” for air quality purposes due to higher respiratory rates, developing lungs, and greater time spent in active outdoor play.

•     Participants with asthma, other chronic respiratory conditions, cardiac conditions, or obesity are at heightened risk during both poor air quality and extreme heat events and require closer monitoring and earlier activity modification.

•     Parents/guardians should be informed of this policy and encouraged to download the EPA AirNow app for personal monitoring.

•     Parents/guardians of participants with asthma or other chronic conditions should provide an up-to-date action plan and ensure rescue medications are available on-site.

•     Staff should be trained annually on this policy, recognition of environmental illness, and emergency response procedures.

•     The Weather Monitor shall log environmental readings (AQI, WBGT or Heat Index, wind chill, lightning observations) and any activity modifications or cancellations.

•     Parents/guardians shall be notified of cancellations as soon as practicable.

•     This policy shall be reviewed and updated annually, incorporating any new guidance from NYSDOH, NYSDEC, EPA, NWS, or relevant medical societies.

•     Air Quality: EPA AirNow app and website (airnow.gov), which reports data from NYSDEC air monitoring stations

•     Weather Forecasts and Alerts: National Weather Service (weather.gov)

•     NYSDEC Air Quality Health Advisories: NYSDEC website (dec.ny.gov)

•     NYSDOH Heat and Health Guidance: NYSDOH website (health.ny.gov)

 

Resolution #804-2026 Authorize Adopting Website Privacy Policy

 

On a motion by Councilman Lonneville and seconded by Councilwoman Taber

 

ADOPTED:  Ayes: 5   Lonneville, Johnson, Herman, Taber Cramer

     

                     Nays:  0

 

The following resolution was approved.

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mation Town Board authorizes adopting the Website Privacy Policy; and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Marion Town Board directs the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk and the Town of Marion Website host.

 

Website Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 10, 2026

Website Privacy Policy

The Town of Marion is committed to protecting your privacy when you visit our website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how it is used, and the choices available to you regarding your information.

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Voluntarily Provide

You may voluntarily provide personal information when you:

• Submit a contact form
• Register for an event
• Subscribe to newsletters or notifications
• Request information or services
• Complete surveys or applications

Personal information may include:

• Name
• Mailing address
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Any other information you choose to provide

We collect only the information necessary to fulfill your request or provide the requested service.

 

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit this website, certain technical information is automatically collected, including:

• Internet Protocol (IP) address
• Browser type and version
• Device type
• Operating system
• Date and time of access
• Pages visited
• Referring website
• Search terms used on our site

This information is collected for website administration, security, statistical analysis, and improving user experience. It is not used to identify individual visitors unless required by law or for authorized security investigations.

Cookies

This website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve website performance
• Remember user preferences
• Analyze website traffic
• Enhance user experience

You may disable cookies through your web browser settings. Some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

How We Use Your Information

Information collected through this website may be used to:

• Respond to inquiries
• Provide requested services
• Process registrations
• Improve website functionality
• Maintain website security
• Analyze website usage
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

Disclosure of Information

Information collected through this website may be disclosed:

• As required by law
• Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law (FOIL)
• To authorized government agencies when legally required
• To contractors providing services on behalf of the organization, subject to confidentiality requirements

Security

We employ reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information collected through this website from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to external websites.

The [Organization Name] is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. Visitors should review the privacy policies of those websites before providing personal information.

Children's Privacy

This website is not directed toward children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 unless permitted by law or with appropriate parental consent.

Email Communications

If you send us an email, your email address and any information contained in your message may be retained for the purpose of responding to your inquiry or maintaining public records as required by law.

Email communications may be subject to disclosure under applicable New York State laws.

Public Records

Information submitted to the [Organization Name] may constitute a public record and may be subject to disclosure pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law (FOIL), unless otherwise exempt by law.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically without prior notice.

Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.

Contact Information

Questions regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to:

Town of Marion

PO Box 260

Marion, NY 14505

Phone: 315-926-4271

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by the laws of the State of New York.

Any disputes relating to the use of this website shall be governed by applicable federal and New York State laws.

 

Resolution #805-2026 Authorization Supervisor to Sign Wayne County Youth  Development Funding Grant

 

On a motion by Councilwoman Herman and seconded by Councilman Lonneville

 

ADOPTED:  Ayes: 5   Lonneville, Johnson, Herman, Taber Cramer

     

                     Nays:  0

 

The following resolution was approved.

 

WHEREAS, the Town of Marion authorizes the Marion Supervisor to apply and sign for the 2027 Wayne County Youth Development Funding Grant; and

 

BE IT RESOLVED, that this grant application must be submitted by August 14, 2026 at 2pm; and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Clerk of the Board to give a copy of this resolution to the Principal Account Clerk and Wayne County Youth Development.

 

Resolution #806-2026  Payment of Claims

 

On a motion by Councilman Lonneville and seconded by Councilwoman Herman

 

ADOPTED:  Ayes: 5   Lonneville, Johnson, Herman, Taber Cramer

     

                     Nays:  0

 

The following resolution was approved.

 

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 

General                                               $     24,745.11  Voucher# “s: 21938, 21939, 21941, 21942, 21951, 21952, 21959, 21963, 21972, 21973, 21975-21981, 21983, 21986

Highway                                              $     98,542.30  Voucher #’s: 21924-21937, 21944-21949, 21953-21958, 21961, 21962, 21965, 21977

Library                                                 $       3,780.68  Voucher # 21976 & 21977

Street Lighting SL                                $           125.90  Voucher # 21974

Trust & Agency Fund                           $       1,130.89  Voucher # 21966-21968, 21977. 21982

Total                                                     $    128,359.88

 

Additional Resident Comments: None

 

Executive Session:  On a motion from Councilwoman Herman and seconded by Councilwoman Johnson, the Town Board entered into executive session at 7:11pm to discuss an employment history of a particular person. The Executive Session closed at 7:18pm on a motion from Councilwoman Herman and seconded by Councilman Lonneville.

 

With no further business, on a motion by Councilwoman Johnson and seconded by Councilwoman Taber, Supervisor Cramer closed the meeting at 7:19pm.

 

_____________________________________________

Heidi M. Levan, Clerk of the Board

 

Next Meeting Dates:   

 

Monday, August 24, 2026-  Town Board Meeting at 6:30pm

 Monday, September 14, 2026 – Town Board Meeting at 6:30pm