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Closure of Pembroke Plaza on Thurway could impact county sales tax
BATAVIA, N.Y. -- County officials are concerned that the closure of the Pembroke Plaza service area on the Thruway is costing the county sales tax revenue and they're looking to the state for help.
It's impossible to estimate the potential lose in fuel and sales tax because precise business tax information is confidential, according to County Manager Jay Gsell, but such taxes are an important source of revenue for the county.
The issue was raised by Legislator Mary Pat Hancock at Monday's Public Safety Committee meeting and Legislator Jay Grasso accepted the assignment of talking with State Sen. Mike Ranzenhofer.
Grasso works part-time for Ranzenhofer.
"Our first approach is to go through the appropriate channels as far as seeking insight or getting in touch with the right people," Gsell said.
One option, Gsell said, is to convince the Thruway Authority to erect signs letting people know fuel and convenience stores are located at Exit 48-A.
"It's a fairly close alternative," Gsell said. "Pricingwise, it's more competitive, or that's our anecdotal understanding, than what you might typically get at a rest stop."
Directing drivers to an alternative stop in Genesee County will help keep some of that revenue in the County, Gsell said.
Here's the section of the minutes covering the Pembroke Plaza issue:
Legislator Hancock reported that she became aware that the Thruway Gas Plaza in Pembroke was being closed today for renovations and it could remain closed for “several months.” This could have a big impact on Genesee County Sales Tax and she is anxious for everything possible to be done to try and redirect travelers to exit the thruway to make their gas purchases in Genesee County. Closing this particular Plaza for gas sales means no gas from Angola to Scottsville which could be dangerous to travelers. It was the consensus of the Committee that Chair Grasso will speak to Senator Ranzenhofer to see what might be done to assist in this matter with the Thruway Authority.
I have a call into Jay Grasso to see if he has anything to add, or he can leave a comment.
UPDATE: Jay Grasso called me as I was driving home, so I couldn't take notes. Hopefully, we can talk more later, but the main point is: A sign did happen to go up Monday evening suggesting 48-A as alternative.
County Public Safety Committee meeting minutes
PRESENT: Chair Grasso, Legislators Zambito, Cianfrini, and DeJaneiro. County Manager Gsell. Also Present: Legislators Hancock and Leadley, Sheriff Deputy Vllack, Planning Director Duval, Sheriff Maha, Highway Superintendent Hens, Daily News Reporter Mruzek, and Legislature Clerk Pratt.
Chair Grasso called the meeting to order at 4:30 PM in the Legislature Conference Room. The minutes of the previous meeting were approved upon motion of Legislator Zambito seconded by Legislator Cianfrini.
Sheriff Maha requested approval of an award of bid for professional assistance with regard to exploring opportunities for new Federal Financial Participation, reviewing prospects for expansion of existing participation and securing additional participation as appropriate for Genesee County. One bid was received with our current provider, Justice Benefits, Inc. Payment will be in the form of 15% or revenue received. Last year, approximately $15,000 was received as a result of their efforts. This was approved for placement on the next Legislature Agenda upon motion of Legislator Cianfrini seconded by Legislator DeJaneiro.
The Sheriff requested approval of a budget amendment in the amount of $5440 to be used for payment of services provided by Bergmann Associates as authorized in October of 2008 from E911 Money from Deferred. This was referred to Ways & Means with a recommendation for placement on the next Legislature Agenda upon motion of Legislator Zambito seconded by Legislator DeJaneiro.
The Sheriff requested approval of a budget amendment in relation to a Homeland Security Grant which has $3067 of remaining funds that can be used in 2009. This was referred to Ways & Means with a recommendation for placement on the next Legislature Agenda upon motion of Legislator Zambito seconded by Legislator Cianfrini. It is understood these funds will be used towards a new emergency response vehicle.
Chair Grasso asked the Sheriff for confirmation that paperwork has been received on new Byrne Grant funding. The Sheriff stated it was.
Planning Director Duval recommended that a Public Hearing be set to consider inclusion of new parcels into existing Ag Districts as requested during the annual 30 day enrollment period. One such request was received from the Town of Bergen. The hearing is proposed for April 8, 2009 at 7PM in the Old Courthouse. This was approved for placement on the next Legislature Agenda upon motion of Legislator Zambito seconded by Legislator DeJaneiro.
Highway Superintendent Hens recommended three reappointments to the Airport Advisory Board through December 2011. The members include John Sackett of Byron, Thomas Geles of Darien and Kenneth Alfes of Darien. This was referred to Ways & Means with a recommendation for placement on the next Legislature Agenda upon motion of Legislator Zambito seconded by Legislator DeJaneiro. Chair Grasso commented these were all excellent choices for the Board.
Highway Superintendent reviewed projects submitted for the Economic Recovery Program and announced that two in the Town of Batavia have been accepted as eligible. The two projects amount to $860,000 and will receive 100% reimbursement which is generally received within 2-3 weeks. The Projects will extend the life of the roads 10-15 years and the work as required, will be contracted out. The resolution accepting this funding, establishing Capital Projects, amending budget, etc. was referred to Ways & Means with a recommendation for placement on the next Legislature Agenda upon motion of Legislator Zambito seconded by Legislator Cianfrini. The timeline is that the design and approval are needed by April, to be bid and awarded by June, completion by September. Legislator Hancock noted there were three other projects she thought were under consideration and Mr. Hens stated that these will be administered by the State.
Concern was expressed about a possible shortage of asphalt as experienced last year. Mr. Hens reported that bridges are not covered under the project because the design and approval process is too long to have an immediate effect on the economy.
Mr. Hens reported that Parks Supervisor Osborn has recommended that a 1999 zero turn mower be declared surplus and sold either at auction or under the sealed bid process. This was referred to Ways & Means with a recommendation for placement on the next Legislature Agenda upon motion of Legislator Cianfrini seconded by Legislator Zambito.
Legislator Hancock reported that she became aware that the Thruway Gas Plaza in Pembroke was being closed today for renovations and it could remain closed for “several months.” This could have a big impact on Genesee County Sales Tax and she is anxious for everything possible to be done to try and redirect travelers to exit the thruway to make their gas purchases in Genesee County. Closing this particular Plaza for gas sales means no gas from Angola to Scottsville which could be dangerous to travelers. It was the consensus of the Committee that Chair Grasso will speak to Senator Ranzenhofer to see what might be done to assist in this matter with the Thruway Authority.
The next meeting will be April 13th.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:05 PM upon motion of Legislator Cianfrini seconded by Legislator Zambito.
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Jerome Grasso, Chair
Public Service Committee
Submitted 03/17 cpp
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County Ways and Means Committee agenda for Wednesday
WAYS & MEANS AGENDA
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Old Courthouse
4:00 PM Approval of March 4 minutes
4:00 PM Lorie Cleveland, Real Property Director
1. Department Review
4:15 PM Referrals from Public Service
1. Budget Transfer-Sheriff/Geodatabase Replication Program
2. Budget Amendment-Sheriff/Homeland Security Carryover
3. Airport Advisory Reappointment
4. Establish Highway Capital Projects-Stimulus Package
5. Surplus Equipment-Parks
County Manager Report
1. Contract Renewal-NYMIR
2. Out-of-state travel request-Undersheriff
Administrative Office Report
Chairman Report
REQUESTED ADDITIONS
John Demske, Nursing Home Administrator
1. Award RFP-Professional Design Services-Power Grid
2. Budget Amendment-Capital Project
Debbie Kerr-Rosenbeck, Youth Director
1. Americorps Application-Stimulus Funding
Matt Landers, Deputy Treasurer
1. GCC Bonding Recommendation from Bond Counsel
Karen Marchese, Personnel Officer
1. CSEA Contract Negotiations-expected to be held in Executive Session
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Genesee County Coroner
Greetings everyone! I'm new to running for a political position, but I am currently running for Genesee County Coroner. Thank you to many people who convinced me that I would be a great coroner and talked me into running this year! I have a lot of background that would certainly follow along with this position and help me be most efficient at this job. My qualifications include:
Assistant to the Wyoming County Coroner for Tissue Recoveries for many years
Monroe County Medical Examiners Office Internship
BA in Biological Science from SUNY Brockport
Completed various forensic seminars and conferences
I hope that you will consider voting for me on the Conservative line in November.
Thank you!
Nicole Brady

The County Fair
My wife and I went to the County Fair tonight. We walked through all the animal exhibits, watched some of the horse competitions, admired the work that the 3-H Clubs are doing, enjoyed the performance of a talented your magician, and ate food from two granges. The weather was perfect for a liesurely stroll through the grounds. I was impressed by the number of young people who were participating in the Fair and those that were there to support their friends. We reccomend that you take the time tomorrow to enjoy a major part of our cultural base here in western NY.
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