DRAFT MINUTES OF�

TOWN BOARD MEETING

OF THE TOWN OF SARATOGA,

30 FERRY ST.,

SCHUYLERVILLE, NY

October 15, 2008

7:00 P.M.

Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance

at 7:00 p.m.

Roll call: Ruth Drumm, Town Clerk, called the roll.� Supervisor Thomas Wood- present, Councilman Fred Drumm - absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan- present, Councilwoman Betty Koval - present, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � absent (arrived at 8:40 p.m.)

Also present: Town Attorney William Reynolds, Highway Superintendent Dave Hall, Zoning Officer Gil Albert, and many other interested members of the public.

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Recognitions/Presentations/ Bid openings/ Public Hearings:�

Presentation: Saratoga Development LLC -Brown Road �PUD

Matt Jones presented the plans for the development proposed originally by MKN that was referred to the Planning Board in July of 2006.� The Planning Board on December 19, 2006 gave it a favorable review and it went back to the Town Board.� In April 2007, the town board while completing the SEQR asked for a Storm water Plan concerning the estate lots, 15 & 16, that are lakeside.� Matt Jones stated that a draft Storm water Plan was given to Town Engineer Kenneth Martin this evening for his review.� They would like the SEQR completed and a public hearing held at the November meeting.� The development is exactly the same as originally proposed; the only change is the owners.� It consists of 2 estate lots lakeside, two clusters of 4 homes with a farm like look, and 6 Bungalow lots by the pond.� There will be private wells and septics.� The common areas will be maintained by a Homeowners Association.��

Stephen Bodnar, QSFD, inquired about turnarounds and a dry hydrant at the pond.� Matt Jones stated he will look at the plans, if it was in the original it should still be there.�

Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the following bids:

�Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel

�Main Brothers Oil Co., 1 Booth Lane, Albany - $3.222/gal, plus/minus a firm differential of $0.2950, net bid $3.517.

#2 Fuel Oil

Main Brothers Oil Co., 1 Booth Lane, Albany - $3.303/gal.

Don Seymour�s Service, 265 Rt. 32S, Schuylerville - $2.7917/gal.

Item 4 Gravel

Peckham Materials, 430 Coy Road, Greenfield Center, NY - $4.25/T. at plant.

Screened Winter Sand

�� Peckham Materials, 430 Coy Road, Greenfield Center, NY - $6.25/T. at plant.

�� Tracy Materials, 301 Windy Hill Road, Greenwich, NY - $6.75/T. at plant.

Public Hearing � Mass Gathering Permit � SRA Regatta - October 25^th & 26^th:

Supervisor Thomas Wood explained that the application has been sent to the Sheriff, the Department of Health, and the town engineer for their review.� All was in order.�

Supervisor Thomas Wood opened the public hearing at 7:25 p.m.� No one came forward.� Supervisor Thomas Wood made a motion, seconded by Councilman Charles Hanehan, to close the public hearing at 7:26 p.m. Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � absent.� Carried 3� 0.��

Approval of Minutes: A motion was made by Councilwoman Betty Koval and seconded by Councilman Charles Hanehan to accept the minutes of the September 8^th regular meeting and the September 24^th Budget Workshop meeting as written. Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � absent.� Carried 3� 0.��

Town Clerk�s report for September 2008: Town Clerk Ruth Drumm reported.� Fees paid to the County Treasurer for Dog Licenses $69.32. Fees paid to the NYS Dept. of Agriculture and Markets for the spay/neuter program $18.00. Fees paid to New York D.E.C. for hunting and fishing licenses $3,335.44.� Fees paid to the New York State Health Department for Marriage licenses $22.50.� Dog license fees to Supervisor Thomas Wood $195.68. Clerk fees to Supervisor Thomas Wood $247.56. Total State, County, and Local Revenues received were $3,888.50.

Zoning Officer�s report for September 2008:� Zoning Officer Gil Albert reported: 10 Building Permits, 0 Building Permit Renewals, 17 Building Inspections, 6 COs, 0 Junk Yard Permits, 3 Complaints, and 6 misc.� A check for $1,432.89 was given to Supervisor Thomas Wood.�

Dog Control Officer�s report for September 2008: Supervisor Thomas Wood read the report for DCO Ed Cross.� He answered 32 complaints, traveled 134 miles, issued 11 warnings, took no dogs to the shelter, and no summonses were issued.�

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Town Court report for September 2008: The following were closed: 132 Vehicle & Traffic, 11 Criminal/Penal Law, 11 DEC/ENCON, 1 Dog case, 6 DWIs, 0 Town & Village Ordinance, 5 Small Claims/Civil, 0 Evictions, 1 Bench trial, 0 Divestiture Forms (case transfers) sent to County Court, 14 attended the Science of Speed School, 0 Defendants sentenced to probation, 55 hours of community service issued, 190 days of jail time issued, 3 Orders of Protection issued, and $9,710.00 in fees were paid to the NY State Comptroller.�

Tax Collector�s report:� No report.

Historian�s report:� �Historian Sean Kelleher submitted the following report:

The office has worked on various inquiries in the past month.� The history of a property in Quaker Springs, the history of the community when the Rev. Sharpton visited, and on Schuyler Park.� In addition, we have been involved in moving offices.� This year we have less programming on Surrender Week (due to the move) but the Schuyler House and Monument has been open on weekends, the Surrender ceremony is on Friday at noon at Fort Hardy Park and the candlelight tour is Saturday night.� At the end of the month, I am presenting at a conference with County Historian Kristina Reese on running an efficient Historian�s office and acquisitions.

Historian Sean Kelleher gave the board a history on the Schuyler Park property.��

Assessor�s report: Assessor Vicki Hayner submitted the following report:

During the month of August and September we processed 23 sales transfers that consisted of 5 valid sales and 18 non-valid sales.�� The bulk of the transfers were residential property.� There were 4 vacant land transfers and one multiple residence transfer.

We had one small claim hearing in August which was dismissed due to its not meeting the requirements for small claims.� The property was a rental property and that does not qualify for small claims hearings according to New York State Law.

In July I attended a course in Commercial Data Collection in Ithaca, New York as part of my Continuing Education requirements.� I have achieved the required Continuing Education courses for this year.

Danielle and I spent the end of the month packing and moving and are now settled into our new office.� We plan to continue to have our office open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM until further notice.

As I �mark� my first year of service to this town, I would like to express my thanks and appreciation to the Board and the Supervisor for their support and guidance.� I look forward to continued association with the Town.

Supervisor�s report: Supervisor Thomas Wood presented his financial report as follows:

SUPERVISOR�S REPORT SEPTEMBER 2008

�� GENERAL FUND � TOWNWIDE (A FUND)�� YTD��

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�� Balance on hand Aug. 31�� $ 1,006,758.52

�� Sept. Revenues�� +�� 9,702.40�� 778,794.66

�� Sept. Disbursements�� -�� 57,800.45�� 571,224.08

�� Balance Sept. 30�� $�� 958,660.47

�� GENERAL FUND � OUTSIDE VILLAGE (B FUND)

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�� Balance on hand Aug. 31�� $195,213.58

�� Sept. Revenues�� + 1,483.24�� 241,159.61

�� Sept. Disbursements�� - 2,504.03�� 151,309.38

�� Balance Sept. 30�� $194,192.79

�� HIGHWAY FUND � OUTSIDE VILLAGE (DB FUND)

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�� Balance on hand Aug. 31�� $432,604.54

�� Sept. Revenues�� +236,873.25�� 956,362.98

�� Sept. Disbursements�� - 67,033.44�� 788,167.72

�� Balance Sept. 30�� $602,444.35

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YOUTH RECREATION & SERVICE�� Sept. 30�� $2,113.95

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HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT RESERVE� Sept. 30�� $904.89

�� BUILDING RESERVE� Sept. 30�� $188,400.74

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�� PARKS Sept. 30�� $53,404.14

�� RISK� Sept. 30�� $29,030.30

�� SCENIC BY WAYS GRANT�� $8,850.50��

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Supervisor Thomas Wood reported that the September Sales Tax Revenue received was $94,792.�

Highway: Highway Superintendent Dave Hall reported that mowing of the roadsides has been completed for the year. The price of asphalt has dropped, ditching and patching of the roads continues. The hauling of winter sand has been completed.� Patrick Burke, was hired and started last Monday.� Highway Superintendent Dave Hall stated that the 3 pt. hitch power broom is worn out.� He would like to purchase a new 2008 3 pt. hitch RHFA Sweepster Broom with equipment money in the 2008 highway budget.� He got 3 quotes and would like to go with a Sweepster from Capital Tractor for $5,493.� Supervisor Thomas Wood made a motion, seconded by Councilman Charles Hanehan, to authorize Highway Superintendent Dave Hall to purchase a new 2008 3 pt. hitch RHFA Sweepster Broom from Capital Tractor for $5,493.� Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � absent.� Carried 3� 0.��

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Public comments on agenda items:� No one came forward.

Committee reports

Landfill: No report.

Insurance: No report

Youth: �No report.

Buildings:�

Supervisor Thomas Wood reported that the move on September 30^th to the new town hall at 12 Spring Street went smoothly.� The second day of the move for the meal site and records will occur in November once the 3 stop elevator is installed.� Voting in the General Election on November 4^th will be at the old town hall at 30 Ferry Street.� Next year they will be held at 12 Spring Street.��

Senior Citizens:� Councilwoman Betty Koval reported that the Quaker Springs Senior Citizens met on Monday, October 13^th.� Approximately 31 attended.� A trip to a Vermont Discount Soap Factory Outlet and Museum is scheduled for October 20^th.� Participants are to meet the bus at Quaker Springs Methodist Church at 6:45 a.m. The cost is $35 and reservations are due to Henrietta Waldinger (584-3429) by October 20^th.�

The Schuylerville Seniors met on September 30^th for their organizational meeting and 73 attended.� On October 14^th they met with 65 attending.� Justice Dave Mathis spoke to the group on the Town of Saratoga�s Court System, how it functions and the educational aspects offered to students.�

Upcoming events:

10/22�� concert � Empire State Youth Orchestra at Proctor�s Theater, Schenectady

10/28�� sandwich meeting and bingo

11/05�� trip to Magic King�s Butterfly Conservatory, MA

11/11�� Veterans are invited to join seniors at their regular meeting

11/17�� Flu Vaccine Clinic at the new town hall, 12 Spring Street

No meeting Thanksgiving week

12/09�� Holiday Inn Christmas Party

Parks:�

Laurie Griffen and Ian Murray reported on Schuyler Park.� The Schuyler Park Committee meets the last Tuesday of the month.� Laurie Griffen reported that she and Dan Gale, Co-Chairman, visited all the neighbors bordering the park and that it was a good and positive meeting with the neighbors.� The by-laws are being updated along with the website, 50C3 status is still being pursued and another newsletter is planned. Galusha & Sons are clearing and grinding stumps.� Ian Murray stated that David Meager, our insurance agent, has recommended that contractors be required to carry an additional Owners Contractors Protection Policy and that the committee feels that it is excessive for the size of the projects being done at the park and it should not be required.� The archeological review (1A & 1B) by Birchwood Archaeological Services has been done.�� The report suggested that further testing be done where the road is but the Schuyler Park Committee does not feel it is necessary because the area where the road is will not be further disturbed, will be blocked off, and eventually will be encapsulated.� The committee would like the town board to review the archeological report; complete the Part II SEQR at the next agenda meeting; and declare a Negative Declaration at the regular meeting so they can complete the Master Plan and continue working on the site.� Ian Murray noted that they have lots of volunteers that would like to help this fall with the earthwork.�

National Incident Management System Committee (NIMS):� Jim Miers explained that the County received a $50,000 grant and is preparing a Multi-Jurisdictional All-Hazard Mitigation Plan.� He reported that it is important to be proactive in order to assess the risks, identify the hazards and have the plan in place before it is needed.� Jim Miers asked that the board adopt a resolution committing to the plan and the required information will be given to the County. �

�Councilman Michael McLoughlin arrived at 8:40 p.m.

Committee to Honor Volunteer Firefighters & Emergency Medical Service Workers:� No report.

GSES, QSFD, SLPID/SLA, SCFB Reports:

General Schuyler Emergency Squad:� Dee Macica reported that the call volume was 45 calls, 34 transports, 1 med flight, and several standbys for September.� There have been 538 calls year to date.� They have had 3 new member applications submitted this month which makes 9 new members so far this year.� OSHA training has been completed.� They will be covering the Saratoga Rowing Association�s Regattas on October 25^th and 26^th.�

Quaker Springs Fire Department (QSFD):� Stephen Bodnar addressed the board reporting that they responded to 7 calls in September.� The new 4WD pickup is now in service and will be used to pull the boat. The smorgasbord is 10/19 from noon to 3 p.m.�� They participated in the Fire Prevention Programs at the school on October 10^th, and will participate with the Regattas on October 25^th and 26^th. The farm rescue drill will be held in November at the Hanehan Farm.� There is a Boaters Safety Course at the Quaker Springs Fire House on November 15^th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is open to the public.� The bids for the new Substation on Rt. 9P were opened on September 29th. The low bid was $905,000 and building could possibly start December 1.� The next commissioners meeting is October 20^th and a public hearing on the budget will be held on October 21^st at 7:00 p.m.� There will be a Halloween Party for the children on October 26^th.� The first explorer member has joined on October 6^th.� The stand pipe on Bryants Bridge has been repaired.��

Old business: None

New business:

On a motion by Councilman Charles Hanehan and seconded by Councilwoman Betty Koval the following Resolution #08- 116 Accept Bid for Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel

was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � aye.� Carried 4 � 0.

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga received bids via solicitation of bids by public advertising for Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel per Specification TS 02-08, and Main Brothers Oil Co., 1 Booth Lane, Albany, NY, was the low bidder at

$3.222 /gal., with a $0.2950/gal. differential; therefore be it

RESOLVED by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to accept the bid from Main Brothers Oil Co., 1 Booth Lane, Albany, NY for $3.222 /gal., with a $0.2950/gal.,differential for Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel, providing the specifications in TS 02-08 are met.��

On a motion by Councilwoman Betty Koval and seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin the following Resolution #08- 117� Accept Bid for #2 Fuel Oil

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga received bids via solicitation of bids by public advertising for #2 Fuel Oil per Specification TS 02-08, and Don Seymour�s Service, 265 Rt. 32S, Schuylerville, was the low bidder at $2.55127/gal., with a $0..24/gal. differential; therefore be it

RESOLVED by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to accept the bid from�� Don Seymour�s Service, 265 Rt. 32S, Schuylerville, was the low bidder at $2.55127/gal., with a $0..24/gal. differential for #2 Fuel Oil, providing the specifications in TS 02-08 are met.��

On a motion by Councilman Charles Hanehan and seconded by Councilwoman Betty Koval the following Resolution #08- 118� Accept Bid for Item 4 Gravel was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � aye.� Carried 4 � 0.

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga received bids via solicitation of bids by public advertising for ITEM 4 GRAVEL per Specification TS 01-08, and Peckham Materials Corporation, 430 Coy Road, Greenfield Center, NY, was the lowest bidder for ITEM 4 GRAVEL; therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to accept the bid from�� Peckham Materials Corporation, 430 Coy Road, Greenfield Center, NY of $4.25 per ton for ITEM 4 GRAVEL providing the specifications in TS 01-08 are met.��

On a motion by Councilman Michael McLoughlin and seconded by Councilwoman Betty Koval the following Resolution #08- 119 Accept Bid for Screened Winter Sand from Peckham Materials for $6.25 per ton was introduced.� Following input by Highway Superintendent Dave Hall who stated that the bid by Tracy Materials Inc. for $6.75 will result in the lowest overall cost to the town once you consider the time and fuel used to go to Peckham Material�s Plant for pick up in Greenfield Center.� Tracy Materials is in Greenwich.�� Councilman Michael McLoughlin made a motion to rescind the motion to accept the bid from Peckam Materials and Councilwoman Betty Koval seconded it.� Councilman Michael McLoughlin then made a motion, seconded by Councilwoman Betty Koval to adopt the following Resolution #08- 119 Accept Bid for Screened Winter Sand.� Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � aye.� Carried 4 � 0.

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga received bids via solicitation of bids by public advertising for screened Winter Sand per Specification TS 01-08, and�� Tracy Materials Inc., 301 Windy Hill Road, Greenwich, NY was the bidder with the lowest overall cost for screened Winter Sand; therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to accept the bid from�� Tracy Materials Inc., 301 Windy Hill Road, Greenwich, NY of $6.75 per ton for screened Winter Sand providing the specifications in TS 01-08 are met.��

On a motion by Supervisor Thomas Wood and seconded by Councilman Charles Hanehan the following Resolution #08- 120� Mass Gathering Permit #2 � SRA � October 25^th & 26^th was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � aye.� Carried 4 � 0.

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga has received and reviewed� the application for a Mass Gathering Permit by the Saratoga Rowing Association for a Rowing Regatta as follows:

Permit #2: �� Saratoga Rowing Association

543 Union Avenue

P.O. Box 750

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Contact: Christopher Chase, Regatta Director

Rowing Regatta, on Saturday, October 25^th and Sunday, October 26^th� at Fish Creek, Saratoga Lake with approximately 10,000 people attending; and

WHEREAS, the required information has been submitted, as required by Local Law #2 of 2006, reviewed and deemed satisfactory, and

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga has held a public hearing on October 15, 2008 for input by interested persons, and

WHEREAS, the event is desirable for the town, therefore be it,

RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga that the permit is granted conditional upon the Town of Saratoga receiving a Certificate of Insurance for the above event naming the Town of Saratoga as additional insured in the amount of $2 million, at least 5 business days prior to the event, and that the event is found to be in compliance with the NYS Department of Health regulations of Chapter 1, Title 10, Part 18 by the NYS DOH when required, and further be it,

RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to return within 30 days following the event a portion of the application fee after expenses for the legal advertising, insurance, and any other costs incurred in the review and overseeing of the event.

On a motion by Councilman Michael McLoughlin and seconded by Councilwoman Betty Koval the following Resolution #08 - 121 Accept Audit Findings� was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � aye.� Carried 4 � 0.

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga had the Town�s 2007 financial operations and procedures audited by Richard Dinolpho, CPA, and

WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga has reviewed the findings, therefore be it,

RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to accept the findings as presented (the audit is on file in the Town Clerk�s office).��

On a motion by Supervisor Thomas Wood and seconded by Councilwoman Betty Koval the following Resolution #08-122 Support for Grant Application � NYS French and Indian War 250^th Anniversary Commemoration Commission was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � aye.� Carried 4 � 0.

RESOLVED by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga that Sean Kelleher acting as Historian of the Town of Saratoga is hereby authorized and directed to file an application for funds from the New York State French and Indian War 250^th Anniversary Commemoration Commission or the New York State Department of Economic Development in accordance with the Dickinson Sponsorship in an amount not to exceed $3,800 for a temporary, portable exhibit and children/family activity guide on the history of Fort Hardy, and upon approval of said request to enter into and execute a memorandum of agreement and contract with the New York State French and Indian War 250^th Anniversary Commemoration Commission or the New York State Department of Economic Development for such financial assistance to this organization.

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On a motion by Supervisor Thomas Wood and seconded by Councilwoman Betty Koval the following Resolution #08-123 Support of Application for Preserve America Community Designation was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � aye.� Carried 4 � 0.

WHEREAS, Preserve America is a White House initiative developed in cooperation with the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, the U.S. Department of the Interior, and the U.S. Department of Commerce; and

WHEREAS, the goals of this initiative include a greater shared knowledge about our Nation�s past, strengthened regional identities and local pride, increased local participation in preserving the country�s irreplaceable cultural and natural heritage assets, and support for the economic vitality of communities; and

WHEREAS, this initiative is compatible with our community�s interests and goals related to historic preservation; and

WHEREAS, designation as a Preserve America Community will improve our community�s ability to protect and promote its historical resources; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga will apply for the designation of the Town of Saratoga as a Preserve America Community; and be it further

RESOLVED, that Town Board of the Town of Saratoga will protect and celebrate our heritage, use our historic assets for economic development and community revitalization, and encourage people to experience and appreciate local historic resources through education and heritage tourism programs.

On a motion by Councilman Charles Hanehan and seconded by Councilman Michael McLoughlin the following Resolution #08-124 Transfer Funds - $176.80 from DB5110.4 to Disability Insurance DB9055.8 was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � aye.� Carried 4 � 0.

RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to transfer $176.80 from Repairs and Maintenance DB5110.4 to DB9055.8 Disability Insurance.

On a motion by Councilman Charles Hanehan and seconded by Councilwoman Betty Koval the following Resolution #08-125 Lease Agreement with Independent Towers

WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined that the Town has no present need for use of certain real property, to wit, a parcel of 10,000 sq. ft. located at the site of the former Town Landfill off Hayes Road, and

WHEREAS, the Town has received an offer from Independent Towers, LLC, seeking an option from the Town to lease said property for the purpose of constructing a wireless communication facility, it is now therefore:

RESOLVED, that Supervisor Thomas Wood is authorized to enter into a lease option agreement for the aforesaid real property with Independent Towers, LLC, for a term of one year, in the amount of $6000.00, payable in monthly installments of $500.00, and it is further

RESOLVED, that the form of said lease option shall be subject to review and approval by the Town Attorney.

On a motion by Supervisor Thomas Wood and seconded by Councilman Charles Hanehan the following Resolution #08-126 Transfer of Funds from Contingency A1990.4 - $1,000 � To Unallocated Insurance � A1910.1 was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � aye.� Carried 4 � 0.

WHEREAS, expenditures for the Unallocated Insurance Account A1910.1 have exceeded the budgeted amounts, therefore be it

RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to transfer $1,000 from Contingency Account # A1990.4 to Unallocated Insurance Account A1910.1.��

Communications:

v Capital District Regional Planning Commission will be hosting a Local Government Planning & Zoning Workshop on Friday, November 7, 2008 at Hudson Valley Community College.

v Freedom Team Salute Ambassador Program � Richard Beresford has been appointed as Ambassador for the Northeast area of NYS.

Privilege of the floor:

Wendy Lucas, addressed the board with concerns regarding the sale of the old town hall property at 30 Ferry Street.� She gave the history of the ownership of the property over the years.� She would like it to remain the towpath and asked the board if they would consider deeding it back to the Village of Schuylerville.� �

Stephen Bodnar suggested that more lights be put up in the parking lot.� He thanked the board for their efforts getting us into the new town hall.� It is a bargain considering the cost of new construction today and what the fire department has been facing with their new substation.�

Upcoming meetings:

v Budget Workshop�7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 22^nd

v Agenda meeting � Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.

v Regular town board meeting � Thursday, November 6, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. (Due to Election Day, Tuesday, November 4th)

Audit the Bills: On a motion by Councilman Charles Hanehan and seconded by Councilwoman Betty Koval the following Resolution #8-127- Approving the payment of bills in Abstract 10G was adopted by vote: Supervisor Thomas Wood - aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan � aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin � aye.� Carried 4 � 0.

RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga to authorize payment of the bills listed in Abstract 10G (10/15/2008) in the following amounts: General A $37,455.39, General B $11,022.68, Building Reserve BR $4,054,721.10, Youth Y $386.70 and Highway Outside DB $26,642.66, for a total of $4,130,228.53.

A motion to adjourn at 9:58 p.m. was made by Councilman Charles Hanehan and seconded by Councilwoman Betty Koval.� Supervisor Thomas Wood � aye, Councilman Fred Drumm � absent, Councilman Charles Hanehan - aye, Councilwoman Betty Koval � aye, and Councilman Michael McLoughlin - aye.� Carried 4 � 0.

Respectfully Submitted,

Ruth Drumm, Town Clerk

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Buildings:�

GSES, QSFD, SLPID/SLA, SCFB Reports:

Rowing Regatta, on Saturday, October 25th and Sunday, October 26th� at Fish Creek, Saratoga Lake with approximately 10,000 people attending; and

Rowing Regatta, on Saturday, October 25^th and Sunday, October 26^th� at Fish Creek, Saratoga Lake with approximately 10,000 people attending; and