The Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency held a Regular Business Meeting on December 14, 2005 at 999 Flatbush Avenue, Kingston, NY.

Roll Call for the Regular Board Meeting was at 3:00pm.

The following Board members were present: Kevin Roberts, James Craven, Arnold Bernardini and Dennis Helm. Catherine Nilsen was absent.

Also present were: Michael Bemis, Executive Director; Frank Tomaseski, Controller; Stephen J. Wing, Esq., Agency Counsel and Secretary; and Kelly Utter, Executive Secretary. Tracey Bartels, Environmental Committee was absent.

PUBLIC COMMENT – No Public Comment was given

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

The Minutes of the October 12, 2005 Regular Board Meeting were MOVED to the floor by Dennis Helm and seconded by James Craven. Four in favor. None opposed. One absent (Nilsen).

The Minutes of the November 15, 2005 Regular Board Meeting were MOVED to the floor by Dennis Helm and seconded by James Craven. Four in favor. None opposed. One absent (Nilsen).

COMMUNICATIONS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Annual Board Meeting was scheduled for Wednesday, January 18, 2006 at 2:30pm.

The next Regular Monthly Business Meeting was scheduled for Wednesday, January 18, 2006 at 3:00pm.

GENERAL REPORTS

The Board received and reviewed the MSW Tonnage Report, the Recycling Tonnage Report and the Leachate Collection Report for January thru November, 2005.

Frank Tomaseski presented and reviewed the Operating Reserve Account Report and breakdown of Financing for January thru November, 2005.

James Craven presented the Treasurer’s Report.

FINANCIAL MATTERS

Resolution No. 1991 Re: Further Amending the 2005 Agency Budget;

This Resolution authorizes the amendment of the 2005 Agency Budget to reflect further changes encountered during the 2005 fiscal year.

Resolution No. 1991 was MOVED to the floor by Kevin Roberts and seconded by Dennis Helm. Four in favor. None opposed. One Absent (Nilsen).

Resolution No. 1992 Re: Sperry, Cuono, Holgate & Churchill Audit Proposal;

This resolution authorizes retaining the firm of Sperry, Cuono, Holgate & Churchill Certified Public Accountants, P.C. to provide audit services for the 2005 audit.

Resolution No. 1992 was MOVED to the Floor by Kevin Roberts and seconded by James Craven. Four in favor. None opposed. One Absent (Nilsen).

Resolution No. 1993 Re: Sperry, Cuono, Holgate & Churchill Pre-Audit and Special Accountancy Services Proposal;

This resolution authorizes retaining the firm of Sperry, Cuono, Holgate & Churchill Certified Public Accountants, P.C. to provide accountancy services to the Agency, including pre-audit services, for the 2005 audit and special accountancy services for the 2006 fiscal year.

Resolution no. 1993 was MOVED to the Floor by Kevin Roberts and seconded by James Craven. Four in favor. None opposed. One Absent (Nilsen).

Resolution No. 1994 Re: Approving End of Year Transfers; PULLED

ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS

Board Notification - Laura Petit presented schedules explaining the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Summary, 2005.

Board Notification - Laura Petit notified the Board of the Household Hazardous Waste Grant awarded to the Agency in the amount of $23,675.

Resolution No. 1995 Re: Selling Surplus Equipment;

This resolution ratifies and authorizes the sale of surplus equipment to Dado’s Inc for the amount of $11,770.

Resolution No. 1995 was MOVED to the Floor by Kevin Roberts and seconded by Dennis Helm. Four in favor. None opposed. One Absent (Nilsen).

Resolution No. 1996 was referred to Executive Session;

Resolution No. 1997 was referred to Executive Session;

Resolution No. 1998 – Re: Amending Authorization of Environmental Liability Insurance;

This resolution authorizes a one year EIL Policy renewal for $166,438, less than the price the Agency would have enjoyed per year under the same three year contract previously authorized.

Resolution No. 1998 was MOVED to the Floor by Kevin Roberts and seconded by James Craven. Four in favor. None opposed. One Absent (Nilsen).

Arnold Bernardini: Suggested seeking insurance through the County and obtain new quotes from insurance brokers and companies.

Board Notification: Mike Bemis notified the Board of the Commercial Collection Service Divesture update;

Board Notification: Mike Bemis notified the Board of a letter dated November 28, 2005 to Joe Tibbs – Re: Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Law;

Board Notification: Mike Bemis notified the Board of a letter dated December 1, 2005 from Rick Fritschler, Chairman EMC/WQMA re: 1996 TopKick GMC;

Board Notification: Mike Bemis notified the Board of a letter dated December 1, 2005 from Rick Fritschler, Chairman EMC/WQMA re: Applications and Uses for Recycled Glass Product;

Board Notification: Mike Bemis notified the Board of a letter dated December 7, 2005 from Stephen J. Wing to Hon. Richard Gerentine and Hon. David B. Donaldson re: Catherine Nilsen’s appointment term.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

MOTION to enter into Executive Session at 4:36pm to discuss sale of securities where public information will affect price; Review work history of a certain employee and company; and review commercial litigation was made by Kevin Roberts and seconded by Dennis Helm. Four in favor. None opposed. One absent (Nilsen).

After a brief discussion, the Board unanimously voted to enter into Regular Session.

Resolution No. 1996 Re: Approving and Authorizing Agreement with Michael J. Bemis;

This Resolution authorizes and approves the Employment Agreement with Michael J. Bemis effective September 1, 2005.

Resolution No. 1996 was MOVED to the Floor by Kevin Roberts and seconded by Dennis Helm. Four in favor. None opposed. One Absent (Nilsen).

Resolution No. 1997 Re: Approving and Authorizing Sale of Private Collection Routes;

This Resolution authorizes and approves the Sale of Private Collection Routes to Royal Carting Service Co. based on their Proposal “A” dated December 2, 2005.

Resolution No. 1997 was MOVED to the Floor by Kevin Roberts and seconded by James Craven. Four in favor. None opposed. One absent (Nilsen).

After voting on Resolution No. 1996 and 1997, the Board unanimously voted to return to Executive Session.

MOTION to enter into Regular Session at 5:45pm was made by Kevin Roberts and seconded by Dennis Helm. Four in favor. None opposed. One absent (Nilsen).

OLD BUSINESS

None

NEW BUSINESS

None

ADJOURN

MOTION to Adjourn the December 14, 2005 meeting at 5:50pm was made by Kevin Roberts and seconded by Dennis Helm. Four in favor. None opposed. One absent (Nilsen).

The above transcribed Minutes of the December 14, 2005 Board Meeting were MOVED to the floor by Dennis Helm and seconded by Arnold Bernardini
Vote: Aye 4 Nay 0 Absent 1 (Craven)
Date: January 18, 2005