The Farnham Village Board met on January 15, 2008. Mayor Terry L. Caber, Sr. and Trustee George Cordia were absent.

The Village’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project was not selected for approval in this year’s funding round. Only eleven (11) of forty-six (46) projects were selected for this year’s inclusion in the Consortium Year 2008. Mayor Caber has asked Erie County Environment & Planning for mid-year review consideration on our project.

The January 11th meeting of the Southtowns Community Enhancement Coalition was held at the Town of Evans. Attorney Jane Clemens of Underberg & Kessler LLC has prepared a draft Certificate of Incorporation and By-Laws for the Coalition’s review. Particulars of the By-Laws need to be finalized for the Certificate of Incorporation to be submitted. Eden Supervisor Glenn Nellis, Farnham Mayor Caber and Evans Economic Development Director Lori Szewczyk will serve on a sub-committee providing recommendations to the Coalition members regarding selection of the corporations officers (President, Vice President, Treasurer, Executive Director), etc.

The Village is still waiting for Malcolm-Pirnie to submit a Final Turnover Package for the Farnham School Project which includes all documentation relating to the project prior to release of final payment. Mayor Caber has signed the documentation for Village Attorney Bill Trask to transfer title of the two adjacent Southtowns Rural Preservation Corp. (SRPC) parcels to the Village of Farnham.

Trustee Tony Krtanjek reported that he will be meeting with Mayor Caber, Village Attorney Bill Trask and Code Enforcement Officer Chuck LaBarbera to discuss updating of Village code enforcement laws, such as open burning. He is also expecting another insurance quote from Northwoods Insurance, but this will be tabled until next year.

Trustee Ginger Schilling reported that the Village officials and Fire Department members will need to participate in drills for NIMS requirement.

Mayor Caber and the Board of Trustees extended their thanks to John McEvoy for all of his efforts to secure the new ambulance and to keep the Farnham Ambulance Squad in service with the loaner ambulance.

The Fire Department Report stated that the new ambulance is in service. New radios have been installed and lettering was done. A new heater in the hall has been installed and is working.

In other matters, the Board

• Authorized the final payment to Jim Widger Contracting, less $1,000.00 (for retainage) for the demolition of 493 and 499 Detroit Street.

• Offered for Information on CDBG Funding – The Town of Brant/Village of Farnham joint application of the Routes 5 & 20 Economic Development Study has been approved in the amount of $19,000.00. Supervisor Pero and Mayor Caber will meet to discuss the criteria needed to issue an RFP to a planning study firm.

• Offered for Information on Multi-Modal Funding – A letter was received from New York State Senator Dale M. Volker stating that he will continue to do what he can to secure our fair share of necessary state funding regarding our local roadways project funding request in the amount of $235,000.00.

• Offered for Information on Fire Department Building Study – A letter was submitted to New York State Assemblyman Jack Quinn to request funding for an engineering/feasibility study regarding the poor conditions and limited facilities the Farnham Fire Department is operating under. A study is needed to investigate possible upgrades to the existing building or the need to relocate the fire department to an area which has more space, and ultimately how to secure funds to achieve this goal.

The next meeting of the Village Board will be on Tuesday, February 19, 2008 at 7:30pm. All are invited.

The Evans Town Board met on Wednesday, January 16, 2008. All members were present.

Councilwoman Karen Erickson reported that Highway Superintendent Ed Michalski sent a letter to Supervisor Fran Pordum stating that the removal of tree stumps left from the "October 2006 Storm" would not be covered by FEMA. Erickson will talk to other towns at the next Association of Towns meeting to find out how they are handling/financing the removal stumps.

Erickson also reported that Patrolmen Mike Kauzala and Scott DeJohn received Letters of Commendation for their outstanding performance in solving a series of car larcenies that occurred on the night of January 2, 2008. Through their determination and dedication, under difficult weather conditions, they tracked and arrested the suspects.

Councilman Michael Spence reported that Christmas trees were still being recycled at the Town Park. He also noted that the Highway Department had a snow plow down for repair.

Councilman Paul Cooper noted that the Lake Shore High School Band was sponsoring a concert by the Dirty Dozen Brass Band on Thursday, January 31 at 7:30pm in the High School Auditorium. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the Lake Shore Music Scholarship Fund.

Councilman Keith Dash reported that he has written letters to all of his committee appointments and will be meeting with them soon. He also noted the Evans Historical Society would be having their Annual Dinner.

A Public Hearing for Proposed Local Law # 1 of 2008, Ag and Open Space District, was held. This is a Zoning Law and provides for up to 3 single family homes to be built on 1 lot in the Ag and Open Space District. This protects prime farm land by allowing farm families/workers to live in a more confined area not using valuable farm land for residences. The minimum lot size is 5 acres with 200’ frontage.

Marie O’Connor addressed the Board stating that she had previously addressed the Board during the Public Hearing held during the December 5, 2007 meeting. She had asked questions regarding the Stormwater Management Laws and the qualifications for the Stormwater Management Officer. She had been told that she would receive answers to her questions in writing before the Board would take action on the 2 Stormwater Laws so that she could be sure that her questions were understood and addressed. She never received the answers and the Laws were approved at the December 19, 2007 meeting. Ms. O’Connor stated that she believes we need to amend and strengthen these Local Laws.

In other matters, the Board

• Authorized the filing of an application for financial aid provided by the State of New York for municipal waste reduction and municipal recycling projects in the form required by the State of New York in conformity with the applicable laws of the State of New York including all understanding and assurances contained in said application. This resolution shall take effect immediately. The Town will receive $50,700 in aid for a truck and chipper (recycling).

• Approved a resolution granting the State of New York Department of Transportation authority to perform the proposed construction, reconstruction, or improvement of NY Route 5, Erie Road, at Beach Road in the Town of Evans which will include as part of the construction, reconstruction, or improvement the relocation and adjustment to water mains and appurtenances. The Town of Evans — Water approves the betterment cost for the installation of waterlines and appurtenances and the above mentioned work performed on the project as shown in the contract documents in the amount of $50,183.49.

• Authorized the Supervisor to sign the professional services agreement with Wendel Duchscherer for Engineering Services through June 30, 2008, with fees to be paid according to the schedule subject to approval of the Town Comptroller and the Town Attorney.

• Authorized the Supervisor to act as Minority Business Officer and complete and sign a Minority and Women’s Business-Equal Employment Opportunity (M/WBE-EEO) Work Plan and submit this plan to the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund.

• Authorized the Supervisor to sign the Scope Change Authorization No. 2R agreement with Wendel Duchscherer for the Multi-Use Pathway, Phase One Development, subject to approval of the Town Comptroller and the Town Attorney.

• Appointed Carmen Garozzo to the Economic Development Committee for a term to expire December 31, 2008.

• Appointed Russell Emerson to the Zoning Board for a term to expire December 31, 2012.

• Approved Refreshment Licenses for Vincent J. Cala D/B/A Cab’s Kitchen & Catering, Henry Laskowski D/B/A Henri’s Restaurant, Derrik Decker D/B/A Decker’s Corner LLC, David Jacobson D/B/A Pats Pizzeria, Eugene Wachala D/B/A Pasquales, Joe Voltz D/B/A Joey V’s Pizza

• Approved Refreshment, Amusement and Live Band Licenses for David Capitano D/B/A Ragoo’s Sports Bar, Eugene Hackemer D/B/A Newcomb-Long Post 928

• Approved Refreshment and Amusement Licenses for Robert Pasinski D/B/A Jovial Bar II, Inc

• Approved Refreshment and Live Band Licenses for Thomas Perkins D/B/A East Evans Country Depot Inc

The next meeting of the Evans Town Board will be Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at 7pm.

The Lake Shore School Board met on Tuesday, January 16, 2008.

The Board:

• Approved a SEQRA resolution for the building project that is being anticipated.

•Approved a Budget Transfer Request.

• Approved the Committee on Special Education and CPSE reports

• Approved a medical leave for Jennifer Donovan from her position as Elementary Education teacher, effective January 8, 2008, followed by an unpaid childcare medical leave upon the completion of her pregnancy related disability.

• Approved an unpaid childcare leave for Sheri L. Caro from her position as Science Education teacher, effective January 3, 2008, for the remainder of the 2007-08 school year.

• Approved the temporary appointment of Jared M. Greer in the area of Elementary Education, Step 1 - Bachelors, effective January 3, 2008.

• Approved the appointment of the personnel to serve as Intramural Staff for the A. J. Schmidt Elementary School for the 2007-08 school year - Mary Morrison - Action and Drama; Jessica Kobiolka - Action and Drama

• Approved the lists of "After School Math Program" faculty at the contractual rate, effective January 18, , 2008.

• Approved the temporary appointment of Linda Militello as a part-time records inventory clerk, at $12/per hour, effective January 9, 2008.

• Approved the three-year probationary appointment of Melissa J. Stottlar as a Teaching Assistant, at a rate of $21.50/per hour, effective January 2,2008.

• Approved the 1-year probationary appointment of Gary Camus as a Maintenance Mechanic for the District, effective 01/16/08.

• Approved the recall of Kimberley Heath from layoff status, back to her position as part-time Personal Care Aide, effective January 2, 2008.

The next meeting of the School Board will be a work session on February 5 and a regular meeting on February 12 (on week earlier than usual do to Mid-Winter Recess). Both meetings start at 7pm. All are invited.