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this year’s village street paving program with Midland Asphalt. They wereable to pave 15 town streets this year, 880 tons of Nova Chip was put down in8 days. The town employees preformed all of the work by doing all of therolling and surface prepping, hauling and traffic control which saved the towna total of 33,324.75. Superintendent Mitchener thanked the Towns of Ellicottand Poland for their assistance with trucking. He also stated that the TownPark bridge as the creek has undermined the concrete wing wall and wascollapsing into the creek, which was causing a large sink hole at the park endof the bridge. Superintendent Mitchener contacted the county, as it is acounty owned creek, and as the county did not have any crews available.Superintendent Mitchener contracted a DEC permit with the help of thecounty, and was able to secure an emergency stream disturbanceauthorization. This enabled the town to fix the issue and was able to keep theTown Park open for the residents. He stated there is some ongoing workhappening at the Town Park with paving and rock placement. They will berepaving from the bridge to the entrance of the park.Water Department Supervisor Daniel Sisson:Supervisor Sisson brought two water adjustments to the board. The first is at23 Mattison Street, the bill was 593.50. The water softener was causing theproblem, and he is asking for her bill to be reduced by half price, which will be 296.75. Also, on 17 Lincoln Street, the resident has a leaky toilet, which sheis in the process of getting repaired. Her bill was 204.50, her average bill is 102.00, so he is requesting the board reduces their bill to 102.75, both billsneeding to be paid in full within 30 days, or they will revert back to the largeramount. He is seeking board approval for both of these adjustments. Motionwas made by Councilman Dahlgren to reduce these two bills by the amountsuggested by Water Supervisor Daniel Sisson as long as they are paid within30 days. If they are not paid within the 30-day period starting August 12,needing to be paid by September 11, the bills will revert back to the originalamount. A second to the motion was made by Councilwoman Patty Ekstrom.All in favor, Carried.Supervisor Sisson also stated that the increase in water rates were to takeeffect on May 1st, and the board decided to hold off raising water rates untilAugust 1. Water rate increase will take affect this quarter and the Novemberbilling will reflect that increase. He also asked the board’s wishes on whetherto impose penalties on this quarter’s billing, due to COVID related issues, asthey were waived in the last quarter’s billing. Councilman Dahlgren made a

motion to extending forgiving water penalties for the current quarter andseconded by Councilwoman Patty Ekstrom. All in favor, Carried. SupervisorSisson asked if we are able to have an open meeting the next month, that hecould request a Public Hearing concerning the Water Rules and Regulations.Supervisor Payne and Councilman Dahlgren stated that they are wanted to tryto have a public meeting at the Fireman’s Blue Building for the Septembermeeting. He also stated that the water department had their annual countywater inspection in December, and Supervisor Payne received a very positivereport. The report also mentioned two water tanks need to be updated, whichSupervisor Sisson has a plan for. Supervisor Sisson also mentioned that thewater department and highway departments are working together on theMarden E. Cobb Waterway Trail and he stated it has turned out very nice andit should be completed in the next week or two.Code Enforcement Officer Alan Gustafson:Officer Gustafson stated that his office has been extremely busy this monthand he has issued 20 building permits, which is more than previous years. Hehas been working on many complaints and will be issuing court appearancetickets for those who are not complying to town complaints. He urges alltown residents that if you are replacing roofs, porches, decks or installing anew pool, a building permit is required. If you have questions, please contactthe town hall for verification as to if you need a permit. Swimming poolscapable of holding more than 24 inches of water require a building permit andalso a fence surrounding the pool. He also stated that there has been acomplaint of a rat infestation in the town and he is busy working on that issue.The Ad Hoc Zoning committee is still meeting every other week throughZOOM and working on some proposed changes to the Zoning Laws, and theyhave been very productive. They will make a presentation to the board soonconcerning any changes the committee has compiled.Animal Control Officer Nicholas Cusimano was not in attendance and noreport was given.Assessor Lisa Volpe was not in attendance; however, her Assessors Reportwas read. Attachment # 9

Legislator District 16 John Davis was also not able to attend.Town Council Reports:Councilman Kenneth Dahlgren:He has been working with the Zoning Committee on some ZOOM Meetings andhe is working on setting up more Committee Zoom meetings to get thosecommittee’s up and running as they have not been able to meet due to COVIDrestrictions.Councilwoman Patty Ekstrom: She just wanted to thank the Highwaydepartment for their continuous mowing on the side of the roads, it makes ahuge difference and she and the town residents appreciate it.Councilman Thomas Allison: Questioned the sale of some of the townproperty and wondered why it didn’t go out to public bid. Town SupervisorRussell Payne stated that real property did not need to go out to public bidaccording to The Association of Town’s Attorneys and our Town AttorneyPaul Webb. He also questioned if there was a Site Management Plan for theWalgren Road Property, Supervisor Payne stated that Paul Webb has the Plan.Councilman Thomas Allison also asked if the March 2021 date was a courtdate or a trial date? Supervisor Payne stated it will be presented on that date.Supervisor Russell Payne stated he has received many compliments from theresidents regarding the Highway Department’s paving of the town roads. Hethanked Superintendent James Mitchener for all this hard work.Supervisor Payne requested a motion to adjourn. Councilwoman PattyEkstrom made the motion with a second by Councilman Thomas Allison. Allin favor, Carried.The August 2020 Monthly Meeting of the Town of Carroll adjourned at7:54pm.Respectively Submitted,Susan RowleyCarroll Town Clerk

Town of CarrollTRANSCRIBEDTown Board MinutesAugust Monthly Meeting 6:30pmWednesday, August 12, 2020The August Monthly Meeting of the Town of Carroll was held on the 12th day of August2020 at 6:30 p.m., at the Town of Carroll Administration Building,5 W Main Street, Frewsburg, New York, with the following board members present:Supervisor Russell PayneCouncilman/Deputy Supervisor Kenneth DahlgrenCouncilwoman Patty EkstromCouncilman Thomas AllisonAbsent: Councilman Thomas FentonOthers in attendance were: Water Supervisor Daniel Sisson, Highway SuperintendentJames Mitchener, Police Chief William Nelson, Code Enforcement Officer Alan Gustafson,Dennis Phillips (Post-Journal), and Town Clerk Susan Rowley.As COVID-19 restrictions were being followed, this meeting was closed to publicattendance, however, was put on Facebook Live for residents wanting to view the meeting.It will also be viewable on the town’s website at a later date.The meeting was also transcribed, according to compliance with State laws, as necessaryfor those residents who were not able to attend. Both regular and transcribed minutesmay be found on our Town website.At 6:30pm Supervisor Russell Payne called the August 2020 meeting to order, and ledeveryone in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The following is a transcribed version ofthe August 2020 Meeting:Supervisor Russell Payne:I would like to call this meeting to order. Please rise and join me the pledge ofallegiance to the flag.

ALL: I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to theRepublic for which it stands, one Nation, under God, indivisible, with Liberty andjustice for all.Supervisor Russell Payne: Ok, public statements and announcements, questions,letters of communication:First off, per New York State Comptroller's Office, and to comply with perimetersset forth, and required by the Auditors, all town departments will supply acomplete inventory list of vehicles, tools, and supplies to the Town Supervisor atyour earliest convenience. This is the second notification. You will need to havethat done by September. A discussion continuing on the Town park, usage of therestroom parameters under the present covid-19 restrictions. Does anybody haveanything, any objections with going forward like we've been doing? Jim, anyproblem with that as far as what we've been doing?Superintendent James Mitchener: okay, as neededSupervisor Russell Payne: Ok, opening the opening as they are needed will beokay?Since January 1 2020, there's been a total of eight separate and distinct foilrequest for documents from the Town of Carroll, and in light of those requests,the contents of those requests and any foil request going forward from this dateon, will subsequently be posted along with the board minutes on the Town ofCarroll website. This has also been approved by Town attorney, Paul Webb.In accordance with the Real Property Tax Law, Section 950, and Town Law,Section 35, Chautauqua County enforcing Officer, Mr. James Caflisch, hascertified that the Town of Carroll Clerk Susan Rowley, did on April 28th 2020,make full satisfaction of the Tax Warrant issued to the Town of Carroll, by theCounty Legislators of Chautauqua County dated, 24 July 2020. Effective July 28th2020 the Town of Carroll is indicated via communications director to Mr. John CGriffith, Director of Emergency Services for Chautauqua County, of our support tosaid agency to obtain their EMS operating certificate for the purpose of providinga high-level ambulance service to Chautauqua County, in accordance with thelaws set forth by the State of New York and Chautauqua County.And, public comments in light of covid-19, we’ve been taking public comments inthe form of questions, emails or the over the internet. I'll start off with the firstone from Michelle Pitts, 1404 Scott Road, Frewsburg, New York.I am writing since I am unable to attend Town of Carroll town board meetings due to thembeing closed to the public STILL. I hope that this email does not go ignored as my phone callto the Town of Carroll offices for assistance has been. I reside on 1404 Scott Road; I called

the Town of Carroll looking for assistance on an ongoing issue on that road regarding codeenforcement. The parcel next to me was purchased by a man who lives in Jamestown. He isusing this land as some type of camp. In the last few years, he continually hauls garbage ontothe lot, has large fires, shoots off fireworks, etc. He has now begun to haul in campers that donot even appear to be road worthy. He has no running water, electric or septic on this land,nor a legal driveway. When he stays, where is the waste going? The land is littered withgarbage. There are multiple locations on this road that are “dumps,” littered withunregistered vehicles, garbage, etc. It amazes me that the Town of Carroll elected officialsthat claimed they were going to improve the township and provide leadership and assistancefor the citizens within the town, but a simple phone call can go unanswered. I feel that maybeif our town supervisor spent a little more time working on the issues and holding peopleaccountable in the Town of Carroll instead of using social media and photo ops for the PostJournal, maybe some things could get accomplished. I am asking that the land beinvestigated. I fear that human waste is being drained into the land and being that it bordersmine, it is a major concern of mine, let alone a makeshift campground/garbage pit. Below isthe parcel information regarding the property I am concerned about. I am sure that theproperty taxes we pay up there are more than comparable to the ones in the town limits andthese practices would not be accepted there. I politely ask that the town reads this exact emailat the town board meeting. Respectfully, Michelle PittsThe next email is entitled: Contaminated surface water running off onto a privateproperty, this comes from Trudy and Dave Bloomquist here in Town of Carroll:I would like to address the board and inquire about what the plan might be for thecontaminated surface water that drains onto our property from an unmaintained ditch put inby the town of Carroll. This ditch has been noted to have raw sewage in it. This has beenseen by Supervisor Payne, and Highway supervisor Mitchener. The town came severalmonths ago to attempt to fix the issues however they abandoned the project because it was toowet. They then enlisted the counsel of an outside contractor who put forth a plan forrectifying the situation. We have not seen or heard from anyone since that time.Is there in fact a plan for the town to do something about their ditch? I think it is still againstthe law to drain surface water onto another property. This is causing raw sewage, phosphatesand pond chemicals to flow uninhibited onto our property and allowing exposure to such toour livestock. This is an issue that was caused by the Town of Carroll not completing theditching project and not maintaining the ditch. It has caused unacceptable consequences toour property and we would like a resolution. Thank you, David and Trudy BloomquistThe next one is from Tracy Magnuson, of Magnum Graphx, here in the Town ofCarroll:Question for the Board:How do we go about asking the State to put lines in the no parking zones at the end of WaterStreet? Bill Nelson has done what he can, putting the cones out has helped but some peoplefeel they can move them, then cars park where it blocks the view to safely pull out. If lines

were painted and no parking it would probably for the most part take care of the problem.Tracy Magnuson, Magnum Graphx, Water Street, Frewsburg.The next one is regarding rat infestation in the Town of Carroll, this comes fromSouthern Tier Professional Pest Control, PO Box 231, Randolph, New York:Mr. Russell Payne -Town of Carroll Supervisor,On August 11th, I received a call from a property owner at West Main Street inFrewsburg. Upon inspection of that property and the properties located adjacent of myclients, I was able to not only identify a rodent issue but actually had a large rat scurry thegas line in the basement of my client’s property over my head. This property is wellmaintained and the basement is clean as well. That being said, as a pest managementtechnician it is my job to provide my client with a plan of action to not only remedy thesituation, but to also evaluate the environment around the property to ensure the best servicepossible by providing them with "tools" to ensure eradication of pests or rodents.The properties located next to or in close proximity of property, are in very poor condition, orjust not kept. The piles of tree branches, downed trees and debris and garbage that is notdisposed of will inhibit my ability to get this rodent problem in control and will eventuallyhave an effect on neighboring businesses and properties within the village. There is an openwindow in a home immediately connected to my client’s property as well as multipleunlicensed registered vehicles which also give shelter and nesting areas to rodents.I encourage you to reach out to your local businesses and village residents and advise themthat rats have a 21-day gestational cycle. From birth to adults’ rats take only three weeks tomature and go out on their own. At 5 weeks they reach sexual maturity and will begin matingand producing the next generation. As you can see this is very disturbing assessment for myclient as well as the Town of Carroll and those residents within the village limits.What the community needs to do to ensure this issue gets resolved quickly. Sanitation isfundamental to rat control and MUST BE CONTINUOUS. If sanitation measures aren'tproperly maintained the village faces a very serious implications in a very short period oftime. Rats carry disease many of which are serious, this alone should encourage propertyowners to take immediate action. When food, water and shelter are readily availablepopulations will increase rapidly.All garbage must be kept in Garbage cans with a tight sealed lid and be picked up regularly.

Grass must be kept short and trimming up against buildings and in flower beds must bemaintained.Piles of debris, brush, downed trees, junk, vehicles that are not operable must be cleanedup. All of these areas give rodents places to nest. Firewood can be kept neatly stacked offthe ground.Dogs and Pets that are fed outside should only be fed the amount of food they will eat at onefeeding and store pet food in rodent proof containers.Exclusion work "build them out” make sure that all seals and cracks and openings infoundations are repaired. Make sure all doors and windows have screens that fit tight. Ratsare great climbers make sure that any openings at the roof have been addressed.If there is anything, I can do to assist anyone please don't hesitate to reach out. Our officenumber is 716-358-2207 please leave a message as we may be out in the fieldworking. Someone will return your call. Also, you can contact us via email atinsectgone@gmail.com Thank you for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.Sincerely, Wendy Ingrao, Licensed Pest Management Technician, Southern TierProfessional Pest ControlThe next email reads:To Whom it May Concern,With several active families and members of the community living both on Wigren Rd.and Valley View I am wondering if there would be a possibility of ever looking into ordeveloping a sidewalk that runs from RHJ Elementary School up to the start ofWigren? With the COVID situation families were asked to only pick the bus alternativeif it was a necessity which may lead to more kids coming up and down the hill to get toand from school. With the amount of community members and children that utilizecoming up and down the hill on Ivory a sidewalk would add a layer of safety. Thankyou for your time and consideration of this request.Sincerely, Krystle Haglund, Wigren Road, Frewsburg, NY 14738Dear Town of Carroll Board:Kelsey and I have been wondering how we could get sidewalks to continue up Ivory Road. We

would love to have Ivory Acres connected to town. Many of our guests have told us theywould love to be able to walk to either the Frewsburger or the Dinner Bell on Sundaymornings. Many have just wanted to stroll through town. Kelsey and I would also use them.In our opinion if the sidewalks were extended to at least Wigren Road many more peoplecould safely walk to town and even to the school. I know ourselves and our guests would loveto be connected to town. Can the feasibility of such a project be explored more thoroughly? Ifthere’s anything we can do to support this project in the future please let us know! Thankyou! John and Kelsey VolpeIvory Acres Wedding Venue, Frewsburg, NYAny questions on any of these emails?Councilwoman Patty Ekstrom: Well, can we answer any of them? Can we talkabout Trudy and David’s ditch? Apparently, you went down and checked on that?Supervisor Russell Payne: I did, Jim and I, Jim's been down there too, we'velooked at it and there is a problem. One of the problems is the lower-end, thesleuth pipe isn’t quite big enough to handle when you have a heavy rain, to handlethe load of a, of course it doesn’t help when you have a couple of homes up onthe hill, up on Water Street that raw sewage is draining out of the right down tothe ditch and ends up down in their property.Councilman Thomas Allison: And, there's two or three other properties along isthe ditch too that dump into there, but the bulk of the water comes from theTown Park. It comes down off the hill, crosses underneath the road, through theCounty 3 foot sleuths, down through that ditch, that we clean out regularly, andJim does, but then when you

The water softener was causing the problem, and he is asking for her bill to be reduced by half price, which will be . Town of Carroll Town Board Minutes August Monthly Meeting 6:30pm Wednesday, August 12, 2020 The August Monthly Meeting of the Town of Carroll was held on the 12th day of August .