REGULAR MEETING
December 17, 2018
A regular meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Busti was held on Monday, December 17, 2018 at 6:45 p.m., at the Town of Busti, Town Administration Building, 125 Chautauqua Avenue, Lakewood, New York with the following members present:
Supervisor Jesse M. Robbins
Councilman Jim Andrews
Councilman Rudy Mueller
Councilman Todd Hanson
Absent: Councilman Kenneth Lawton
Supervisor Robbins called the meeting to order with the salute to the flag and a moment of silence was observed.
Present at the meeting were: Highway Superintendent Melvin Peterson, LBPD Chief John Bentley, Code Enforcement Officer Jeff Swanson, Village of Lakewood Trustee Randy Holcomb, Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Executive Director – John Jablonski, Susan Lane, Ray Ayers, Tom Turner, Jim Cirbus, Tillie Solomson, and Post Journal Reporter – Eric Zavinski.
Tom Turner encouraged the board to support Chautauqua Lake Partnership and move forward with the Herbicide application in 2019.
Jim Cirbus stating the herbicide application would be similar to last year and he encouraged the board to pass a resolution tonight to move forward.
Clerk Darlene Nygren reported the 2019 Tax Collection dates are 1/7/19 – 2/5/19 penalty free, 2/6/19 – 2/28/2019 1% penalty, 3/1/19 – 4/1/19 2% penalty; there is a $2.00 late fee for any payments made after March 13th. The administration offices will be closed December 24th and 31st. All employees will use vacation days for the two days.
Chief John Bentley reported the department has handled 8,630 incidents ytd and 335 since his last report to the town board. The department assisted Jamestown Police Department with an incident, the canine unit assisted in locating a gun in the search.
Highway Superintendent Melvin Peterson reported the recent warm spell has helped reserve the supply of sand and salt. A street sign was installed on Davidson Lane, the department has been cutting brush in the ditch on the lane to prepare for next spring. The department has been working on several areas where there are beaver dams; checking catch basins and retention ponds to avoid any flooding. A new 45 mph speed limit sign was installed on Sandstrom Road.
Superintendent Peterson requested the board encumber $15,000 for repairs and blacktop at the transfer station.
Supervisor Robbins moved the following resolution which was duly moved by Councilman Hanson:
RESOLVED, $15,000 be encumbered from account A8160.400 – Refuse & Garbage Contractual, the funds will be used for repairs and blacktop at the transfer station.
Upon roll call vote, all aye, carried.
Code Enforcement Officer Jeffrey Swanson reported he has issued a couple large residential building permits recently. Approximately 30 more building permits were issued in 2018 than in 2017.
Supervisor Robbins noted the town has received a letter of response from the Chautauqua County Division of Planning and Community Development regarding the proposed Local Law No. 4 of 2018, A Local Law Enacting Regulations for Solar Energy Systems, which would impact all zoning districts in the Town of Busti. The letter stated the proposed action would have no significant county-wide or inter-community impact and that the proposal would be a matter is of local concern.
Supervisor Robbins moved the following resolution which was duly moved by Councilman Hanson:
TOWN OF BUSTI
LOCAL LAW NO. 4 OF 2018
A LOCAL LAW ENACTING REGULATIONS FOR SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS
Be it enacted by the Town of Board of the Town of Busti, County of Chautauqua and State of New York, as follows:
SECTION 1. AUTHORITY.
This local law is promulgated pursuant to the authority granted by:
1. Article IX of the New York State Constitution, §2(c)(10);
2. New York Statute of Local Governments, §10(1) and (7);
3. New York Municipal Home Rule Law, §10(1)(i) and (ii) and §10(1)(a), (11), (12), and (14);
4. New York Town Law §130 (11)(peace, good order and safety), (15)(promotion of public welfare); and
5. New York Town Law §64(17-a)(protection of aesthetic interests), (23)(general powers).
SECTION 2. SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM REGULATIONS.
A new Section 405-48.1 is hereby added to the Town of Busti Zoning Code, which shall provide as follows:
A. Solar Energy Systems.
(1) Purpose. The Town Board of the Town Busti, exercising the authority granted to under the Town Law of the State of New York to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the residents and property owners of the Town of Busti, does hereby enact this Section to regulate the construction, maintenance and placement of solar energy systems and equipment in the Town of Busti. The purpose of this regulation is to balance the potential impact on neighbors when solar collectors may be installed near their property, while preserving the rights of property owners to install solar collection systems without excess regulation. The Town of Busti recognizes the importance of solar systems in generating electricity for on-premise and off-premise use, the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and support for emerging solar system economic development.
(2) Definitions. As used in this Section, the following terms shall have the meaning indicated:
BUILDING-INTEGRATED PHOTOVOLTAIC (BIPV) – A solar energy system that consists of integrating photovoltaic modules into the building structure. Technologies include PV shingles or tiles, PV laminates and PV Glass. Examples of placement include vertical facades, semi-transparent skylights, awnings, fixed awnings and roofs
GLARE – The effect by reflections of light with intensity sufficient as determined in a commercially reasonable manner to cause annoyance, discomfort, or loss in visual performance and visibility in any material respects.
GROUND MOUNTED SYSTEMS – A solar energy system that is anchored to the ground and attached to a pole or similar mounting system, detached from any other structure.
LARGE-SCALE SYSTEM – Solar energy systems located on land in the Town of Busti used primarily to convert solar energy into electricity for off-site consumption or sale and/or systems that have the capacity to produce more than 25KW per hour of energy.
ROOF-MOUNTED SYSTEM – A solar power system in which solar panels are mounted on top of the structure of a roof either as a flush mounted system or as modules fixed to frames which can be tilted toward the sun at an optimal angle. Roof mounted systems shall be located on a roof of a permitted principal use or accessory structure.
SMALL-SCALE SOLAR – Small Scale Solar means a solar energy system that installed and placed for the production of energy for consumption only on site, and that has the capacity to produce less than 25KW per hour of energy.
SOLAR ENERGY EQUIPMENT – Energy storage devices, materials, hardware, or electrical equipment and conduit associated with the production of electrical energy.
SOLAR ENERGY PRODUCTION FACILITY – Energy Generation facility or area of land principally used to convert solar energy to electricity, whether by photovoltaics, concentrating solar thermal devices or various experimental solar technologies, with the primary purpose of wholesale or retail sales of electricity.
SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM – Includes a combination of both solar panels and solar energy equipment.
SOLAR PANEL – A device capable of collecting and converting solar energy into electrical energy.
SOLAR STORAGE BATTERY – A device that stores energy from the sun and makes it available in an electrical form.
(3) Applicability.
(a) The requirements of this Section shall apply to all Solar Energy Systems installed or modified after the effective date of the local law by which it was adopted, excluding general maintenance and repair.
(b) All Solar Energy Systems shall be designed, erected and installed or modified in accordance with all applicable codes, regulations and industry standards as referenced in the New York State Building Code and the Town Code as well as the National Electrical Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Code 70 (NFPA 70), and local regulations.
(c) Under SEQRA regulations, actions are classified as Type I, Type II, or Unlisted Actions. Type II Actions are exempt from review and include actions such as the construction, expansion or placement of minor or accessory structures. The Town of Busti considers Building-integrated solar components and Small-scale systems to be Type II Actions and therefore exempt from all SEQRA requirements, including the submission of an EAF (Environmental Assessment Form). Large Scale Systems and solar energy production facilities that meet thresholds contained in the SEQRA regulations and are considered more likely than others to have a significant adverse impact shall be considered Type I Actions. However, the need for a complete Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) shall be determined by the permitting board on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the significance of the potential adverse environmental impact.
(4) Solar as an Accessory Use/Structure. This section governs the placement and installation of Small-scale Solar systems as defined herein. The installation of Small-scale Solar systems does require the applicant to obtain a building permit from the Town of Busti.
(a) Roof-mounted Systems.
Roof-mounted Systems are permitted as an accessory use in all zoning districts when attached to a lawfully-permitted principal structure and/or accessory structure, subject to the following requirements:
[1] Height. Solar energy systems shall not exceed maximum height restrictions within any zoning district and are provided the same height exemptions granted to building-mounted mechanical devices and equipment.
[2] Setback. Solar energy systems are subject to the setback requirements of the underlying zoning district.
[3] Aesthetics. Solar energy equipment shall incorporate the following design requirements:
[a] Solar energy equipment shall be installed outside the primary residence or accessory structure and as close to a public utility electrical meter as practicable.
[b] Roof-mounted Panels facing the front yard must be mounted at the same angle as the roof’s surface with a maximum distance of 18 inches between the roof and highest edge of the system.
[c] Access and Pathways (NFPA Section 324.7) Roof access, pathways, and spacing requirements for solar photovoltaic systems shall be provided in accordance with NFPA Sections R324.7.1 through R324.7.6
EXCEPTIONS:
[1] Roof access, pathways and spacing requirements need not be provided where an alternative ventilation method has been provided, or where vertical ventilation techniques will not be employed.
[2] Detached garages and accessory units.
[d] Size of solar photovoltaic array (324.7.1). Each photovoltaic array shall not exceed 150 feet in any direction. (45,720 mm).
[e] Roof Access Points (324.1.2). Roof access points shall be located:
[1] In areas that establish access pathways which are independent of each other and as remote from each other as practicable so as to provide escape routes from all points along the roof.
[2] In areas that do not require the placement of ground ladders over openings such as windows or doors or areas that may cause congestion or create other hazards.
[3] At strong points of building construction, such as corners, pilasters, hips, and valleys and other areas capable of supporting the live load from emergency responders.
[4] Where the roof access point does not conflict with overhead obstructions such as tree limbs, wires or signs.
[5] Where the roof access point does not conflict with ground obstructions such as decks, fences or landscaping.
[6] In areas that minimize roof tripping hazards such as vents, skylights, satellite dishes, antennas, or conduit runs.
[f] Ground access areas (324.7.3). Ground access areas shall be located directly beneath access roofs and roof access points. The minimum width of the ground access area shall be the full width of the access roof or roof access point, measured at the eave. The minimum depth shall allow for the safe placement of ground ladders for gaining entry to the access roof.
[g] Single ridge roofs (324.7.4). Panels, modules or arrays installed on roofs with a single ridge shall be located in a manner that provides two (2), 36 inches wide (914mm) access pathways extending from the roof access point to the ridge. Access pathways on opposing roof slopes shall not be located along the same plane as truss, rafter, or other such framing system that supports the pathway
EXCEPTIONS:
[1] Roofs with slopes of 2 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (16.6 percent) or less.
[2] Structures where an access roof fronts a street, driveway or other area readily accessible to emergency responders.
[3] One access pathway shall be required when a roof slope containing panels, modules or arrays is located not more than 24 inches (610 mm) vertically from an adjoining roof which contains an access roof.
[h] Hip roofs (324.7.5). Panels, modules and arrays installed on dwellings with hip roofs shall be located in a manner that provides a clear access pathway not less than 36 inches (914mm), extending from the roof access point to the ridge or peak, on each roof slope where panels, modules or arrays are located.
EXCEPTIONS:
[1] Roofs with slopes of 2 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (16.6 percent) or less.
[2] Structures where an access roof fronts a street, driveway or other area readily accessible to emergency responders
[i] Roofs with valleys (324.7.6), Panels and modules shall not be located less than 18 inches (457 mm) from a valley.
EXCEPTIONS:
[1] Roofs with slopes of 2 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (16.6 percent) or less.
[i] Allowance for smoke ventilation operations (324.7.7). Panels and modules shall not be located less than 18 inches (457 mm) from a ridge or peak.
EXCEPTIONS:
[1] Where an alternative ventilation method has been provided or where vertical ventilation methods will not be employed between the uppermost portion of the solar photovoltaic system and the roof ridge or peak.
[2] Detached garages and accessory structures.
[4] Glare. All solar panels shall have anti-reflective coating(s).
[5] Notification to the Fire Service. Notification in writing to the Fire Department having operational authority at the location where the system will be installed shall be made no later then ten (10) days following installation:
[a] Notification shall include a site map showing the location of the solar energy electrical panel, as well as the proper operation of the disconnect switch(s) in the event of a fire or other emergency situation where the homeowner, tenant or other personnel is not available or familiar with the safe shut down operation of unit so as to have the ability to cut power from the solar panels.
[b] In addition a proper written statement showing the method of shut down shall be posted inside the main electrical panel of the unit which can be readily accessible for and to firefighting personnel.
(b) Ground Mounted Systems.
[1] Ground mounted solar energy systems are permitted as an accessory structure in all zoning districts, subject to the requirements set forth in this section.
[2] All ground mounted solar panels in residential districts shall be installed in the rear yard. If a side yard installation is applied for, it shall be subject to all setback requirements of the underlying zoning district, and such an application for side yard shall require site plan review by the Town of Busti Zoning Board of Appeals.
[3] Setback(s). Ground mounted solar panels are subject to setback requirements of the underlying zoning district.
[4] Height. Solar panels are restricted to a height of fifteen (15) feet when located with a minimum set back distance of ten (10) feet from a lot line; a height of twenty (20) feet when located with a minimum set back distance of fifteen (15) feet from a lot line; and maximum height of twenty five (25) feet when located with a setback distance of twenty five (25) feet or greater. All height measurements are to be calculated when the solar energy system is oriented at maximum tilt.
[5] Lot Coverage. The surface area of ground mounted solar panels shall be included in lot coverage and impervious surface calculations and shall not exceed thirty percent (30%) of the lot size.
[6] Glare. All solar panels shall have anti-reflective coating(s).
[7] Other:
[a] Any application for installation and placement of small scale solar energy system under this section in a side yard location shall require an application containing a site plan showing the location of all solar energy system components, their location on the premises, their location on the premises in relation to the property line and any and all structures on the premises, and the nearest structure located on the premises adjacent thereto.
[b] The site plan for such installation shall be reviewed by the Planning Board and shall be approved by a majority thereof.
(5) Solar as Principal Use.
(a) Large Scale Solar Systems are permitted by the issuance of a special use permit by the Town Board within the Industrial (I), Conservation-Agricultural (C-A), and CAMP Districts, subject to the requirements set forth in this section.
[1] Every application for a Large-Scale System within the Town of Busti shall be made to the Town Board and shall be approved by a majority vote thereof.
[2] Prior to Town Board review of the application it may refer said application to the Town Planning Board for site plan review, report and recommendation for approval or disapproval.
[3] The Town Board shall hold a public hearing upon ten (10) days’ notice duly posted and published in the official newspaper of the Town and on the Town bulletin board, before granting the special use permit.
[4] Underground Requirements. All on-site utility lines shall be placed underground to the
extent feasible and as permitted by the serving utility, with the exception of the main service
connection at the utility company right-of-way and any new interconnection equipment,
including without limitation any poles, with new easements and right-of-way.
[5] Vehicular Paths. Vehicular paths within the site shall be designed to minimize the extent
of impervious materials and soil compaction and to give sufficient access for emergency vehicles.
[6] Signage.
[a] No signage or graphic content shall be displayed on the Solar Energy Systems except the manufacturer’s name, equipment specification information, safety information, and 24-hour emergency contact information. Said information shall be depicted within an area no more than 8 square feet.
[b] As required by National Electric Code (NEC), disconnect and other emergency shutoff
information shall be clearly displayed on a light reflective surface. A clearly visible warning sign concerning voltage shall be placed at the base of all pad-mounted transformers and sub stations.
[7] Glare. All Solar Panels shall have anti-reflective coating(s).
[8] Lighting. Lighting of the Solar Energy Systems shall be limited to that minimally required for safety and operational purposes and shall be reasonably shielded and downcast from abutting properties.
[9] Tree-cutting. Removal of existing trees larger than 6 inches in diameter should be minimized to the extent possible.
[10] Decommissioning.
[a] Solar Energy Systems that have been abandoned and/or not producing electricity for a period of 1 year shall be removed at the Owner and/or Operators expense, which at the Owner’s option may come from any security made with the Town as set forth in Section 5(a)[12] herein.
[b] A decommissioning plan signed by the owner and/or operator of the Solar Energy System shall be submitted by the applicant.
[c] Security.
[1] The deposit, executions, or filing with the Town Clerk of cash, bond, or other form of security reasonably acceptable to the attorney for the Town and/or Town engineer, shall be in an amount sufficient to ensure the good faith performance of the terms and conditions of the permit issued pursuant hereto and to provide for the removal and restorations of the site subsequent to removal. The amount of the bond or security shall be 125 % of the cost of removal of the Solar Energy Production Facility and restoration of the property with an escalator of 2 % annually for the life of the Solar Energy System. The decommissioning amount shall be reduced by the amount of the estimated salvage value of the Solar Energy System.
[2] In the event of default upon performance of such conditions, after proper notice and
expiration of any cure periods, the cash deposit, bond, or security shall be forfeited to the Town, which shall be entitled to maintain an action thereon. The cash deposit, bond, or security shall remain in full force and effect until restoration of the property as set forth in the decommissioning plan is completed.
[3] In the event of default or abandonment of the Solar Energy System, the system shall be decommissioned as set forth in Section 5(a)[12] herein.
[11] Ownership Changes. If the owner or operator of the Solar Energy System changes or the owner of the property changes, the special use permit shall remain in effect, provided that the successor owner or operator assumes in writing all of the obligations of the special use permit, site plan approval, and decommissioning plan. A new owner or operator of the Solar Energy System shall notify the zoning enforcement officer of such change in ownership or operator within 30 days of the ownership change.
[12] Permit Time Frame and Abandonment.
[a] The Special Use Permit for a Solar Energy System shall be valid for a period of 12 months, provided that a building permit is issued for construction. If construction is not completed in accordance with the final site plan, as may have been amended and approved, as required by the Town Board, within 24 months after approval, the applicant or the Town may extend the time to complete construction for 6 months. If the owner and/or operator fails to perform substantial construction after 30 months, the approvals shall expire.
[b] Upon cessation of electricity generation of a Solar Energy System on a continuous basis for 12 months, the Town may notify and instruct the owner and/or operator of the Solar Energy System to implement the decommissioning plan. The decommissioning plan must be completed within 6 months of notification.
[c] If the owner and/or operator fails to comply with decommissioning upon any abandonment, the Town may, at its discretion, use the bond and/or security for the removal of the Solar Energy System and restoration of the site in accordance with the decommissioning plan.
(b) Special Use Permit Application Requirements. Every application for a Special Use Permit under this section shall contain the following information:
[1] Verification of utility notification. Foreseeable infrastructure upgrades shall be documented and submitted. Off-grid systems are exempt from this requirement.
[2] Name, address, and contact information of the applicant, property owner(s) and agent submitting the proposed project application.
[3] If the property of the proposed project is to be leased, legal consent among all parties, specifying the use(s) of the land for the duration of the project, including easements and other agreements.
[4] Design drawings showing the layout of the proposed system signed by a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect.
[5] Equipment specification sheets for all photovoltaic panels, significant components, mounting systems and invertors that are to be installed.
[6] A property operation and maintenance plan describing continuing photovoltaic maintenance and property upkeep, such as mowing, trimming, etc.; to ensure the property does not become a safety
hazard.
[7] Decommissioning Plan. To ensure the proper removal of large-scale systems, the decommissioning plan shall include details regarding the removal of all infrastructures, including the removal of concrete to a depth of four feet, and the remediation of soil and vegetation back to its original state prior to construction, unless otherwise permitted. A cost estimate detailing the projected cost of executing the decommissioning plan shall be prepared by a Professional Engineer or contractor. Cost estimates shall take inflation into account. In the case of a lease, the cost of decommissioning shall be borne by the entity or corporation that is leasing the property in question and not the landowner. The plan shall include a description of the form of surety the applicant intends to use.
(c) Special Use Permit Standards
[1] Height and Setback: Large scale solar energy systems shall adhere to the height and setback requirements of the underlying zoning district. Additional restrictions may be imposed during the special use permit process.
[2] Large scale systems shall be located on lots with a minimum lot size that is large enough to accommodate the proposed system and still meet the required setback requirements for the zoning district.
[3] On-site electrical interconnection lines and distribution lines shall be placed underground, unless otherwise required by the utility.
[4] The removal of existing vegetation shall be limited to the extent necessary for the construction and maintenance of the solar installation.
[5] Screening and Visibility.
[a] Solar Energy Systems smaller than 10 acres shall have views minimized from adjacent
properties to the extent reasonably practicable using architectural features, earth berms, landscaping, or other screening methods that will harmonize with the character of the property and surrounding area.
[b] Solar Energy Systems larger than 10 acres shall be required to:
[1] Conduct a visual assessment of the visual impacts of the Solar Energy System on public roadways and adjacent properties. At a minimum, a line-of-sight profile analysis shall be provided. Depending upon the scope and potential significance of the visual impacts, additional impact analyses, including for example a digital viewshed report, may be
required to be submitted by the applicant.
[2] Submit a screening and andscaping plan to show adequate measures to screen through landscaping, grading, or other means so that views of Solar Panels and Solar Energy Equipment shall be minimized as reasonably practical from public roadways and adjacent properties to the extent feasible.
[a] The screening and andscaping plan shall specify the locations, elevations, height, plant species, and/or materials that will comprise the structures, landscaping, and/or grading used to screen and/or mitigate any adverse aesthetic effects of the system, following the applicable rules and standards established by the Town.
(6) Solar Storage Batteries.
(a) If solar storage batteries are included as part of the Solar Energy Collection system, they must be placed in a secure container or enclosure meeting the requirements of the New York State Building Code. All solar storage batteries, their maintenance, placement, and location shall also comply with all applicable rules and regulations as promulgated by New York State Building Code and the National Electric Code.
(b) When batteries are no longer in use, they shall be disposed of in accordance with the laws of the State of New York and any applicable Federal or Local disposal rules or regulations.
(7) Violations.
(a) Any violation of any provisions of this section shall be punishable by penalty or a term of imprisonment as prescribed in Section 268 of the Town Law of the State of New York.
(b) Notwithstanding the above, the Town Board of the Town of Busti hereby reserves the right to proceed to enforce the provisions of this section by civil action, injunction, and any other remedy afforded to it by the laws of the State of New York or the United States.
SECTION 3. VALIDITY AND SEVERABILITY.
If any part or provision of this Local Law shall be declared invalid, void, unconstitutional or unenforceable by a court of law, all unaffected provisions hereof shall survive such declaration and this Local Law shall remain in full force and effect as if the invalidated portion had not been enacted.
SECTION 4. EFFECTIVE DATE.
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State of the State of New York.
Upon roll call vote, all aye, carried.
Supervisor Robbins moved the following resolution which was duly moved by Councilman Hanson:
Town of Busti
The Town Board of the Town of Busti (“Board”) resolves as follows:
WHEREAS, the Board is considering whether to undertake the application of herbicides to areas of Chautauqua Lake bordering the Town of Busti’s jurisdiction in 2019;
WHEREAS, pursuant to Article 15 of the New York State Environmental Conservation Law and Part 327 of the Official Compilation of Codes, Rules, and Regulations of the State of New York, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation must issue a permit prior to the application of herbicides to waters within the State of New York; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Busti is a riparian owner; and
WHEREAS, the Board is reserving a decision on whether to undertake the application of herbicides in any or all areas included in any permit applications until it receives, reviews, and considers any permits granted by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation;
We RESOLVE therefore:
• To authorize the Supervisor of the Town of Busti, upon presentation of complete and satisfactory applications for Article 15 permit(s) and a New York State Pollution Discharge Elimination System permit (if so required) related to the application of herbicides to areas of Chautauqua Lake bordering the Town of Busti’s jurisdiction, to execute such applications;
• To authorize the Supervisor of the Town of Busti, upon presentation of complete and satisfactory notifications to riparian owners of the application and water use restrictions related to and their right to object to the applications for the above-mentioned permits, to authorize the transmittal of such notifications.
ADOPTED, this 17th day of December 2018, at a meeting of the Town of Busti Town Board following a motion made by Supervisor Robbins and seconded by Councilman Hanson, and accrued with the following Roll-Call vote:
Vote: Aye Nay
Supervisor Jesse Robbins X _____
Councilman Rudy Mueller X _____
Councilman Jim Andrews X _____
Councilman Todd Hanson X _____
Carried.
Supervisor Robbins moved the following resolution which was duly moved by Councilman Hanson:
RESOLVED, Supervisor Robbins be authorized to sign the Notice of Cancelation, Pesticide Certification Form to terminate NYSDEC Permit ID No: NYP160394; the permit was a duplicate.
Upon roll call vote, all aye, carried.
John Jablonski, Executive Director, Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy, presented Stormwater Fact Sheets regarding Stormwater Pollution. Mr. Jablonski encouraged the board to consider passing a Stormwater Erosion Law that would assist in the prevention of Stormwater Pollution. He stated that five years ago similar policies were adopted by five municipalities.
Discussion followed. Supervisor Robbins would like to review the laws passed by the five municipalities prior to the Town of Busti board considering passing a similar law.
Supervisor Robbins moved the following resolution which was duly seconded by Councilman Hanson:
RESOLVED, that Supervisor Robbins be authorized and directed to pay the presented General Fund, Highway Fund, and the Joint Recreation Fund for Abstract No. 18 from warrant #776 to and including warrant #808 in the amount of $196,219.23.
Upon roll call vote, all aye, carried.
Supervisor Robbins moved to accept the December 3, 2018 Regular Town Board minutes, motion was duly moved.
All in favor, carried.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Darlene H. Nygren, Town Clerk