Gabrielle L Hersey

The board discussed new business regarding the authorization for the Mayor to sign a Federal Assistance Expenditure Form for CDBG funding. Additionally, an executive session was held to discuss employee relations, resulting in a directive to the DPW Supervisor to prepare and implement a corrective action plan concerning attendance-related issues for a specific employee.

The meeting included discussions on several tabled items such as the Personnel Handbook revisions, sewer projects, trail system developments, and shared services agreements. Key business included the approval of a work plan and the selection of Evolution Paving for the White's Alley project. Additionally, the board discussed plans for community outreach and event committees, received updates regarding fire department insurance policies, and decided to table various projects including sidewalk grants, clothing allowance quotes, and DPW standard operating guidelines for future consideration.

The board discussed and reviewed the Draft Fiscal Year End Report. Various resolutions were passed, including a budget amendment, the authorization of a tax warrant, and a fund transfer to the General Arrow Bank Fund. The board tabled a proposal to pave Whites Alley to allow for further planning and scheduled a work session. Additionally, the board authorized the hiring of engineering services for a CDBG project, approved emergency repairs for a fire truck, and addressed procedures regarding hall rentals and garbage disposal. The board also approved additional audit claims for the General and Sewer funds.

The board discussed code enforcement issues regarding expired permits, reviewed a proposal to modify DPW department hours, and approved the diagnostic testing for a department vehicle as well as the purchase of replacement batteries. The fire department reported on building maintenance and facility access procedures. The water department provided updates on fencing quotes and the procurement of a new trailer. Additionally, the board initiated the process for opening a new capital reserve fund, appointed a member to the events committee, approved an environmental site assessment refile, and reviewed a community mass notification system proposal. The meeting concluded with the approval of monthly financial claims.

The board reviewed reports from various departments including code enforcement, fire, water, and treasurer's office. Key discussions included building permits, property code violations, and progress on the Victory Mill redevelopment and CDBG projects. The board addressed old business regarding personnel handbook updates and speed reduction on Route 4. New business involved approving several resolutions, including budget amendments, fund transfers for general and sewer accounts, and a transfer for capital reserve projects. Additionally, the board approved paving for the village parking lot and Whites Alley, and an upgrade for sewer software. Abstract claims for the general, sewer, and capital project funds were approved.