Paul W Harkness

The meeting addressed the purchase of a new ambulance due to an accident that damaged one beyond repair. The board approved the purchase of a replacement ambulance, bypassing competitive bidding due to an emergency situation. The meeting also included the approval of payment for regular bills totaling \$77,155.00.

The Town Board meeting covered several key resolutions. These included the approval of minutes from a previous meeting, authorization for the supervisor to sign a letter of transmittal for a wastewater treatment project, adoption of the Wayne County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, acceptance of a resignation of part-time EMS personnel, and authorization to sign contracts for payroll software support, records management software, and Spectrum services for the Town Court. Additional resolutions covered the stipulation of settlement for a New York State Division of Human Rights case, and payment of claims. The meeting also included updates on various town matters, such as the Macedon Heritage Festival, the Purple Painted Lady Festival, the new court building grand opening, upcoming events (e-waste event, Friends of the Library chicken BBQ, Macedon Center Fire Department Lobster Bake), and a discussion regarding alcohol permits for events at Fig Hollow. A request for a speed survey on Alderman Rd was received. The board also addressed overnight camping at Canal Lock 30 and the Master Plan Committee's first meeting.

The board meeting included discussions and approvals regarding various topics. Key resolutions involved the authorization of a special use permit for a car wash, the hiring of a new highway employee, the declaration of surplus highway equipment, and the approval of a liquor license application. Other actions included authorizing renovations to the municipal building, designating an authorized representative for a grant, and approving payment of claims. Reports from the Town Clerk, Police Department, and Highway Superintendent were also reviewed and approved. Finally, updates were provided on the Lumberjack Festival, school tax bills, the new court building, Heritage Days, and roadwork.

The Planning Board reviewed an application for a change of use from a group home to a 5-unit apartment building at 1936 Route 31. The applicant addressed questions regarding accessibility, parking, exterior improvements, utilities, and heating systems. The board also discussed the building's current sprinkler system, alarms, and generator. The board voted to give a positive referral for the project.

The Organizational Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Macedon covered various resolutions. Key topics included the appointment of a Part-Time Assessor Clerk, the adoption of Standing Rules of the Board, the establishment of an Employment Policy and Drug-Free Workplace Policy, resolutions regarding absences reporting, overtime authorization, designations for 2023, a blanket protection bond, investment policy, procurement policy, developer charges, appointments for various positions across different departments, the 2023 salary schedule, petty cash funds, Cable Committee, Records Management Advisory Board, NYS Association of Towns Conference, Senior Citizen group appointments, Bullis & Gravino Park matters, Senior Arts & Crafts program, official undertaking of municipal officers, Veterans' Real Property Exemptions, 2023 meeting schedule, elected Town officials, investment policy, standard workday for employees, prepayment authorization for utilities and postage, and authorization for bank accounts.