Webster Town Board
May 7, 2026
A regular meeting of the Webster Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Scialdone at
7:30 p.m. at the Webster Town Board Meeting Room, 1002 Ridge Road, Webster, New York,
with the following officials present:
Supervisor ......................................................................... Alexander B. Scialdone
Councilman....................................................................................... John J. Cahill
Councilwoman...........................................................................Jennifer S. Wright
Councilman.............................................................................. Nicholas E. Hunter
Councilman................................................................................ Garrett J. Wagner
Attorney for the Town .........................................................................Kyle Taylor
Town Clerk .................................................................................. Danene M. Marr
Department Heads Present:
Finance Director ..................................................................................Paul Adams
Community Development Director ................................................. Joshua Artuso
Town Engineer .............................................................................. Keith Mortimer
Also in attendance was Maria Dewar, Administrative Assistant for the Director of Community
Planning and Development.
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Supervisor Scialdone led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
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Supervisor Scialdone invited attending Town staff members, Kris Lombardo and Maria Dewar
up to the podium and read the following proclamation:
Proclamation in Recognition of Public Service Recognition Week
WHEREAS, the role of a public servant is to operate with dignity, pride, and determination to
achieve the best outcomes for community members. These individuals are responsible for
upholding the highest standards in their work; and
WHEREAS, Public Service Recognition Week is an annual initiative that celebrates the
dedicated work of employees at the federal, state, county, and local levels of government. This
week highlights the essential contributions of public service professionals, who often go above
and beyond their job requirements. Their commitment is fueled by the residents and their
families who call the community home; and
WHEREAS, each department within the Town of Webster embodies the best of public service
and consists of many people from diverse backgrounds and professions. They intentionally
sought careers with the Town and remain united in their purpose to support the community they
cherish; and
WHEREAS, The Town of Webster is fortunate to have public servants through organizations
like the Village, Town, fire districts, and more. The contributions of these employees over the
years have had a significant impact, shaping Webster's history for generations to come; and
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WHEREAS, the work of a public servant is rarely easy, but always necessary; the dedication of
Webster’s public workforce is evident in the pristine parks, cleared roads, functioning sewer
systems, thriving local businesses, and desirable living conditions enjoyed by residents every
day. The primary goal of our Webster team is to provide residents with the best possible
conditions and services. Our Town can continue to expect the high-quality standards of work
delivered consistently by our public servants; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: On this seventh day of May in the year 2026, on
behalf of the Webster Town Supervisor’s office and the entire Webster community, we celebrate
Public Service Recognition Week and commend the hard work and commitment to community
shown by all public servants, especially Town employees.
Alexander B. Scialdone, Town Supervisor
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The meeting was open to the floor for public comment and the following Webster residents
appeared before the Town Board.
Carl Fitzsimmons, a Webster resident, came before the Board and urged the Town Board to
approve the Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) proposal, emphasizing that the decision is required
in June. He stated that RNG would serve as the foundation for creating a Town of Webster
Energy Department and provide a dedicated revenue stream to reduce energy costs for residents
and businesses. Referencing Towns across the country, as well as Fairport and Spencerport
locally, Mr. Fitzsimmons highlighted the benefits of community-owned energy systems,
including significantly lower utility rates. He also noted that acquiring local electric
infrastructure is a well-defined process and would allow Webster to retain more economic value.
Mr. Fitzsimmons warned of increasing energy demand driven by emerging AI technologies and
cited examples such as the Greenidge facility in Dresden and RG&E’s foreign ownership model
as concerns. To position Webster for long-term benefits, he recommended approving the RNG
proposal, establishing an energy department, pursuing municipal ownership of electric
infrastructure, offering an opt-in/opt-out renewable energy program for residents, and adopting
the Climate Smart Community designation.
Rebecca Collins, a Webster resident, and a member of Color Webster Green, addressed the
Board regarding the proposal to register as a Climate Smart Community (CSC). She noted that a
slide deck had been shared earlier in the week to address Board concerns and reported learning
more about the program through discussions with leaders in neighboring CSC communities. She
emphasized that CSC status significantly improves a municipality’s ability to secure grant
funding for a wide range of projects, helping offset costs and reduce the financial burden on
taxpayers. Ms. Collins also highlighted that participating communities view the program as a
long-term investment in residents’ quality of life and community resilience.
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Ms. Collins reviewed examples of grant-funded projects in nearby communities and explained
that, unlike the now-closed Clean Energy Communities (CEC) Program, CSC registration is
currently the available pathway to remain competitive for future funding. She noted that the
CSC Program provides technical support for both registration and grant applications, and that
local volunteer groups, including Color Webster Green, are eager to assist. To conclude, Ms.
Collins stated that adopting the CSC Resolution would demonstrate the Town’s commitment to
environmental stewardship and a sustainable future for Webster residents.
Geri McMahon, a Webster resident, came before the Board in support of the Climate Smart
Communities initiative, first thanking those who serve and run for office, acknowledging the
commitment such service requires. As a longtime member of Color Webster Green and Friends
of Webster Trails, she emphasized their dedication to environmental stewardship and noted that
CSC-related grant opportunities could benefit Webster’s trail system and broader community
infrastructure. She highlighted how other municipalities have used grant funds for projects such
as sidewalks, tree planting, and solar installations that reduce costs for taxpayers. She reiterated
that local volunteers are committed to assisting with the initiative, including grant work, and
expressed strong belief in the program’s value.
Sven Vetter, a Webster resident, spoke in support of the Climate Smart Communities initiative,
sharing a professional background in environmental sustainability, including serving as Director
of Environmental Sustainability for Nestlé and more than two decades in health, safety, and
environmental work at Kodak. He emphasized that their career has focused on environmental
stewardship paired with operational efficiency and cost reduction, noting that what benefits the
environment often benefits businesses and communities as well. Mr. Vetter outlined key
advantages of the CSC certification framework, including lowering operating costs, improving
eligibility for grants and low-interest loans, attracting environmentally conscious businesses, and
signaling responsible long-term planning to residents.
Mr. Vetter highlighted that many program elements—such as energy, water, and waste
reduction—can be implemented gradually as Town systems reach end-of-life. He offered
examples such as transitioning to LED lighting, incorporating heat pumps where appropriate, and
updating purchasing policies to prioritize energy-efficient products. Acknowledging the Town’s
past grant successes, he cautioned that future funding will likely become more competitive due
to expiring pandemic-related programs and tightened budgets, making CSC certification a
strategic advantage. He concluded that adopting the initiative is a logical and responsible step
toward reducing environmental impact, strengthening Webster’s appeal, and lowering long-term
community costs.
Monica Gorlick, a Webster resident, encouraged the Town Board to approve the Climate Smart
Community (CSC) Program, expressing hope for unanimous support or, if needed, for one
deciding member to demonstrate leadership by joining those in favor. She emphasized that the
CSC Program would benefit both the Town of Webster and its residents and noted that no tax
dollars would be required to participate.
Ms. Gorlick thanked the Board and the Supervisor for considering the statement and urged
members to act responsibly and in the best interest of the community by voting in favor of the
CSC Program.
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Edwin and Roberta Przybylowicz, Webster residents, emailed the following:
During the past two weeks, we reviewed Verizon’s “North” proposal for a new cell tower in our
densely populated residential neighborhood, and we are deeply concerned by several significant
issues that we believe warrant careful reconsideration:
• The visual and environmental impact on one of Webster’s most scenic residential areas.
• The potential for future expansion of the cell tower to handle up to three carriers which
would add to the visible hardware atop the tower.
• The lack of transparency and community engagement in the proposal process.
We offer the following comments on each of these concerns.
Visual and Neighborhood Impact
The proposed tower would be located in a particularly scenic and well-established residential
area of Webster. While Verizon has provided photographic simulations, these understate the
day-to-day visual impact on nearby residents.
There are at least seventeen homes immediately adjacent to the proposed site whose residents
would experience a direct and continuous view of this structure. Many additional homes in the
surrounding neighborhood would also be affected. For these residents, this is not an abstract
concern-it represents a permanent alteration of their living environment and, potentially, their
property values.
The cumulative impact on neighborhood character and visual quality should be given substantial
weight in your deliberations.
Potential Expansion to Additional Carriers
While the proposal contemplates accommodating up to two additional carriers, it does not
adequately address the resulting increase in equipment and associated appurtenances. Such
additions would expand the visible mass and complexity of the structure in ways that are not
clearly defined in the current submission.
This uncertainty further amplifies the potential long-term visual and environmental impact of the
tower.
Process and Community Engagement
Equally concerning is the way this proposal was introduced to the community. Many nearby
residents became aware of the project only shortly before its initial presentation to the Town
Board.
A more proactive and transparent outreach effort by Verizon and/or the property owner could
have fostered a more constructive dialogue with affected residents. Instead, the process had
created a perception that this proposal was advanced without adequate consideration for those
most directly impacted.
That perception undermines public trust and is inconsistent with the values of a community such
as Webster.
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Conclusion
This proposal closely follows a similar cell tower initiative considered less than a year ago in
nearly the same location. Many residents had hoped that prior experience would lead to a more
balanced and community-sensitive approach.
Webster’s motto, “Where Life Is Worth Living?” reflects a commitment to preserving the quality
of life for its residents. Decisions such as this one should carefully balance infrastructure needs
with the character and well-being of established neighborhoods.
We respectfully urge you to take these concerns seriously and to reconsider whether this
proposal, in its current form and location, serves the best interests of the Town of Webster and its
residents. Based on the issues outlined above, we urge the Planning Board and the Town Board
to deny the application as currently proposed.
Marcy Veno, a Webster resident, emailed the following:
I am requesting the Board review the pictures and video I provided to Supervisor Scialdone of
the Mill Creek Watershed that boarders 1222 Wildflower Drive, the proposed site of a Verizon
cell tower.
Construction of a cell tower at 1222 Wildflower Drive will have a direct negative impact on the
watershed and the ecosystems supporting diverse life forms adapted to flowing water, including
fish (salmon & trout), macroinvertebrates (aquatic insects), salamanders, frogs, tadpoles, turtles,
and various algae, moss, rooted plants (like waterweed).
Cell towers can impact these ecosystems through high-frequency radiofrequency radiation (RF),
which studies suggest may also increase mortality in nearby insects, reduce bird reproduction,
and disrupt the orientation of creatures using magnetic fields.
During adverse weather acts of Mother Nature, Mill Creek floods. The flooding results in Mill
Creek’s fast-rising water to topple its banks and flood all the bordering properties of the
Wildflower neighborhood, including 1222 Wildflower Drive, the proposed cell tower
construction.
I would ask the Town Board to carefully consider the impact of placing a cell tower near Mill
Creek and the adverse effects on Mill Creek’s ecosystem, which flows into Lake Ontario.
Allowing cell tower construction on 1222 Wildflower Drive will have long-term consequences
for Webster and the surrounding lake communities.
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Resolution No. 158: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to
approve the April 16, 2026 Town Board Workshop Meeting Minutes as submitted by the Town
Clerk.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner ........... Aye
Motion carried ................... 5-0
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Resolution No. 159: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilwoman Wright,
to approve the April 16, 2026 Town Board Meeting Minutes as submitted by the Town Clerk.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner ........... Aye
Motion carried ................... 5-0
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Resolution No. 160: MOTION by Councilwoman Wright, seconded by Councilman Hunter, to
approve the bills as submitted in Warrant #0526 by the Director of Finance.
Fund
General (A,B) #1380-1675
Highway (C,D)
Sewer (G)
Library (L)
Drainage Districts (M)
Park Districts (P)
Special Districts (N,Q,S)
Trust & Agency (T/A,N/SF,T/T, WEMS)
Debt Svc (v)
Capital Projects (H) #026-032
H229 Vosburg Pump Station
H231 WWTP Upgrade Phase II
H232 Highway Garage Building
H238 Boulter Ind Parkway Rd Ext
TOTAL
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Wagner ........... Aye
Inside
139,067.77
410,527.19
19,232.05
12,221.59
2,637.10
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
Outside
410,798.18
90,672.63
93,662.07
23,383.14
2,092.32
72.13
3,875.72
442,886.45
8,365.08
12,829.05
1,422,994.44
4,095.32
8,512.23
2,032,116.74
0.00
1,233.57
0.00
0.00
1,077,041.29
Card/ACH
3,922.19
10,332.49
3,859.52
416.71
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
Total
553,788.14
511,532.31
116,753.64
36,021.44
4,729.42
72.13
3,875.72
442,886.45
8,365.08
0.00
12,829.05
0.00 1,424,228.01
0.00
4,095.32
0.00
8,512.23
18,530.91 3,127,688.94
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Motion carried ................... 5-0
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Resolution No. 161: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Hunter, to
approve the prepaid vouchers included in Warrant #0526 by the Director of Finance in the
amount of $1,077,041.29. [Included in the summary of vouchers approved in Resolution #160]
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner ........... Aye
Motion carried ................... 5-0
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Resolution No. 162: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to
approve purchase orders as submitted by the Director of Finance.
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Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Wagner ........... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Motion carried ................... 5-0
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Keith Mortimer, Town Engineer, presented the following Fill Permit Application for 1628 Lake
Road, a single-family property undertaking shoreline armoring along Lake Ontario to address
significant erosion. The coastal work has already been reviewed and approved by the New York
State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), with permits issued.
The project requires substantial excavation, generating approximately 4,800 cubic yards of
material. Following Engineering reviews, the applicant will keep and repurpose about 2,400
cubic yards on-site to level the front yard, while the remaining 2,400 cubic yards will be
transported off-site to a resident in the Town of Phelps. This represents a change from the
original plan to retain all spoils onsite. Town Engineering staff reviewed the revised plan with
the applicant and expressed support.
Board Members asked whether these changes would alter environmental impacts or SEQR
requirements. It was clarified that although such permits were historically treated as Type II
actions, this project should be classified as an Unlisted Action, requiring a standalone Resolution
for SEQR. The Board, acting as lead agency, must determine whether the project will have
significant environmental impacts. If not, a Negative Declaration would be issued, concluding
SEQR review.
Resolution No. 163: MOTION by Councilman Cahill, seconded by Supervisor Scialdone, to
classify the Fill Permit at 1628 Lake Road, Tax ID No. 036.04-1-17.31, as an unlisted action.
WHEREAS, the Webster Town Board considered the request by applicant, Paull Beldham,
located at 1628 lake Road, for a Fill Permit; and
WHEREAS, the Webster Town Board has determined that the proposed action is an Unlisted
Action under Part 617 of the State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR); and
WHEREAS, the Webster Town Board has determined that the action is subject to a single
agency review pursuant to Part 617.6(b)(1) of SEQR and that it is the most appropriate agency
for making the determination of significance; and
WHEREAS, the Webster Town Board therefore designates itself as lead agency for the proposed
action; and
WHEREAS, the Webster Town Board has given consideration to the criteria for determining
significance as set forth in Section 617.7(c)(1) of SEQR, and has considered the information
contained in the Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 1, dated March 7, 2025 and
completed Parts 2 and 3 of the Environmental Assessment:
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
1. Webster Town Board hereby determines that the proposed action will not have a significant
adverse effect on the environment for the reasons set forth in the attached Notice of
Determination of Non-Significance; and
2. Webster Town Board is authorized to take all actions reasonable and necessary to file the
Negative Declaration and discharge the Webster Town Board’s responsibility as lead agency
for this action.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Hunter................... Aye
Councilman Cahill .............. Aye
Councilman Wagner ................. Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Motion carried .......................... 5-0
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Resolution No. 164: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Hunter, to
approve the issuance of a Fill Permit pursuant to Section 201 of the Webster Town Code for
property owned by Mr. Paul Beldham located at 1628 Lake Road, Tax ID No. 036.04-1-17.31
with the following conditions:
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All grading work is to be completed on the applicant’s property only and not alter grades
and/or drainage on adjoining properties.
If the project appears to adversely affect surrounding properties, they are to stop work
and contact the Town to reevaluate the plan.
Material brought to the site as fill is to be rough graded within 14 days of arrival.
The area must be final graded, stabilized and vegetated immediately after completion of
rough grading. Grass should be established at approximately 80% coverage within 30
days.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation “Best Management
Practices” as needed to prevent erosion and sedimentation; this can include but not be
limited to straw matting, silt fence, and silt socks. If additional measures are deemed
necessary by the Town, the property owner shall comply.
Clean the roadway/common driveway immediately if it becomes dirty.
Comply with the Town of Webster Noise Ordinance.
Allow Town access during the project to review site and progress.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That the applicant be granted a Fill Permit at 1628 Lake Road Tax ID No. 036.04-1-17.31.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
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Josh Artuso, Director of Community Planning and Development, recapped that the Climate
Smart Communities Program includes a wide range of actions, many of which the Town is
already implementing as part of routine operations. All Department Heads were consulted and
unanimously support moving forward with adopting the pledge. It was noted that the program
can be managed using existing staff resources, and the Town retains full control over which
actions to pursue. Participation may also strengthen upcoming grant applications, particularly
following the Comprehensive Plan update. Based on professional review and discussion with
counterparts in other municipalities that have already adopted the pledge, Mr. Artuso
recommended proceeding, characterizing the decision as straightforward and beneficial.
Maria Dewar, Administrative Assistant for the Director of Community Planning and
Development and Grant Liaison, spoke in strong support of the Town becoming a registered
Climate Smart Community. She explained that this designation would improve the
competitiveness of future grant applications, including DEC funding, Water Infrastructure
Improvement Act (WIIA) grants, and Consolidated Funding Applications, all of which award
additional points to municipalities holding this status. She noted that while the Town has had
past grant successes, competition has increased, and the Town has not secured a WIIA grant
since 2017—funding typically used for sewer infrastructure projects such as the Vosburg Pump
Station. Ms. Dewar also referenced data presented earlier showing that the Town has already
completed nearly enough actions to achieve Bronze Certification. She concluded that not
pursuing this designation would be a missed opportunity and strongly recommended that the
Town move forward with the Climate Smart Communities program.
Resolution No. 165: MOTION by Councilman Hunter, seconded by Supervisor Scialdone, to
approve the Town of Webster becoming a Climate Smart Community.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Hunter................... Aye
Councilman Cahill .............. Nay
Councilman Wagner ................. Nay
Councilwoman Wright ....... Nay
Motion denied .......................... 2-3
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Resolution No. 166: MOTION by Councilman Cahill, seconded by Supervisor Scialdone, to
accept the Agreed Upon Procedures Report for the Justice Accounts for the year ended
December 31, 2025 and report dated April 6, 2026.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
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Resolution No. 167: MOTION by Councilman Wagner, seconded by Supervisor Scialdone, to
accept the Agreed Upon Procedures Report for the Town Clerk and the Receiver of Taxes
Accounts for the year ended December 31, 2025 and report dated April 6, 2026.
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Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
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The Board discussed the next agenda item, which was a proposal to engage with Connard HR for
the Blue-Collar Union negotiations, not to exceed $35,000.00. The matter was discussed
informally, and no motion was offered.
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Supervisor Scialdone presented the following Resolution. He reviewed the history of department
head compensation changes implemented three years prior, noting that step increases and COLA
adjustments were applied to departments overseeing the White- and Blue-Collar Unions, but not
to the Police Department. For three years, police leadership was advised the issue would be
revisited. The Finance and HR departments have since developed a framework to address the
pay compression between the two non-union positions within the Police Department, though
additional work remains.
Supervisor Scialdone stated that the Police Chief is deserving of the associated salary adjustment
but emphasized the Board’s responsibility to conduct due diligence in structuring the changes
appropriately. To that end, a budget transfer was proposed. Under the recommended
adjustment—setting the Chief’s salary at 10% above the Captain’s base salary—the increase
totals $5,900 for 2026. A motion was made to reduce the Town Supervisor’s salary by $5,900
for the 2026 fiscal year and reallocate those funds to the Police Chief’s base salary through
December 31, 2026.
Councilman Cahill stated that, prior to proceeding with the vote, both they and another Council
member had extensive discussions with the Police Chief regarding the proposed salary
adjustment. The speaker noted personal reservations about the process being used, expressing
concern that the approach could set an unintended precedent. They emphasized that the Chief is
entitled to appropriate compensation but felt the matter should be addressed through additional
discussion and a full review of the past three years of compensation decisions. The speaker also
remarked that the Chief had been treated unfairly when initially hired and reiterated the
importance of handling the matter properly through continued dialogue.
Supervisor Scialdone explained that the proposed budget adjustment would not restrict the Board
from continuing discussions on Police Department compensation and that a full review could
still occur over the coming year. He emphasized that the only budget line affected would be his
own salary and expressed willingness to make this contribution because he believes the Chief has
not been fairly compensated over the past three years. Supervisor Scialdone noted that previous
administrations repeatedly postponed resolving the issue and stated that reallocating funds now
would allow the Board a full year to hold comprehensive discussions without a deadline.
Councilman Cahill felt that this could be resolved by the next Town Board meeting.
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Councilman Hunter agrees that the Police Chief’s concerns regarding compensation must be
addressed, emphasizing the importance of equity and retaining strong leadership within the
department. Councilman Hunter highlighted the Chief’s ethical conduct, recent incidents
demonstrating the department’s value to the community, and the Chief’s strong budgeting skills
that prioritize taxpayer interests.
Councilman Cahill suggested that he was supportive of ensuring the Chief is made whole, he
cautioned that the current Resolution does not follow what he believes to be the proper process.
Resolution No. 168: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Hunter, to
adjust the Police Chief’s salary by transferring $5,900.00 from the Town Supervisor salary for
the 2026 fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Nay
Councilwoman Wright ....... Nay
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Nay
Motion denied .................. 2-3
***
Resolution No. 169: MOTION by Councilman Cahill, seconded by Councilman Hunter, to
authorize the Town Supervisor to sign a renewal agreement with Securitas Technologies for
service and support for the Town Hall, Police, and Town Court buildings, not to exceed
$13,500.00.
[Renewal agreement to be filed in Town Clerk’s Office]
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
***
Resolution No. 170: MOTION by Councilwoman Wright, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to
authorize the Town Supervisor to approve the payment for a settlement with MRB for $6,300.00.
[Agreement to be filed in Town Clerk’s Office]
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
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Resolution No. 171: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to set
a joint Public Hearing with the Village of Webster for Tuesday June 2, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
WHEREAS, the Town of Webster was presented with a petition by Xerox Corporation for the
annexation of territory known as Tax ID #065.03-1-41, which parcel is bounded on the east by
Phillips Rd., on the north by Chiyoda Dr., and the west by Panama Dr.; and
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WHEREAS, it is both in the public interest and required by General Municipal Law Article 17
that a Public Hearing be held to consider the proposed annexation to the Village of Webster; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Webster Board of Trustees has agreed to conduct a joint Public
Hearing on the proposed annexation:
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
1. A joint Public Hearing with the Village of Webster Board of Trustees and the Town Board of
the Town of Webster shall be scheduled and conducted at the Village Board Meeting Room,
29 South Ave., in the Village of Webster on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 7:00 p.m., to consider
the annexation petition brought by Xerox Corporation.
2. The Village Clerk and/or Town Clerk provide notice of the time and place of such joint
Public Hearing by publication once on or before the 13th day of May, 2026 in the Webster
Herald, the official newspaper of the Village of Webster and the Town of Webster and a
newspaper of general circulation in the Village and Town of Webster.
3. By publishing a notice on the Town Clerk’s Bulletin Board located at 1000 Ridge Road,
Webster, New York.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
***
Resolution No. 172: MOTION by Councilwoman Wright, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to
approve a license agreement to allow a fence within a Town stormwater easement, located at
1194 Scandia Drive, Tax ID# 065.05-1-49.
WHEREAS, a stormwater drainage easement running through and on the property at 1194
Scandia Dr., Webster, NY 14580 recorded in the Monroe County Clerk’s Office; and
WHEREAS, Melissa Gambino and Peter D. Gambino are the owners of the property located at
1194 Scandia Dr., Webster, NY 14580, Tax ID #065.05-1-49; and
WHEREAS, Melissa Gambino has applied to install a 6 foot tall wooden privacy fence upon,
within and through the aforesaid easement, and that in the event the placement and/or height of
such fence is not in such conformance, such fence shall not be constructed unless the proper
variance(s) is/are received from the Town of Webster Zoning Board of Appeals; and
WHEREAS, the applicants have requested relief from the Webster Town Board to permit the
aforesaid privacy fence to exist upon and encroach within said easement; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Webster has the authority to grant the relief requested, and the public
good will not be harmed thereby:
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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
1. Pursuant to application of Melissa and Peter D. Gambino as the owners of the property
located at 1194 Scandia Dr., Webster, NY, Tax ID #065.05-1-49 and in recognition of the
hardship created if the relief sought herein is not granted, the limited detriment to the Town
of Webster, and upon consideration of all relevant factors, the Webster Town Board hereby
allows the construction of the aforesaid privacy fence which will exist upon and encroach
upon the easement affecting 1194 Scandia Dr., Webster, NY 14580.
2. This Resolution in no way applies to any other encroachment, violations or relief sought by
the owners, their successors, grantees or assigns from any other building, structure or zoning
violation which may exist on such premises.
3. This relief is granted upon the following conditions:
A. The proposed fence shall encroach upon the said easement as proposed as drawn on the
survey map prepared by Ronald W. Staub and dated August 30, 2006.
B. The fence shall not be expanded to further encroach on or in the easement, nor will it be
moved from its permitted places within the easement as shown on the Instrument Survey
Map presented to the Town Board, and as referenced above.
C. Upon the destruction or demolition of the aforesaid fence or any part thereof, through
natural causes or otherwise, the Owners of the fence will not reconstruct it without a
specific Resolution of the Town Board authorizing its replacement or reconstruction.
D. The Owners of the fence shall be solely responsible for any damage caused by or to the
fence as a result of the Town’s maintenance of said easement, and the Owners, their
successors and assigns further agree to indemnify, defend and hold the Town harmless
from any and all loss or damage caused to or by the fence as a result of work done by the
Town within said easement.
E. In the event of an emergency, or if the Town deems it necessary or imperative, the Town
will have the right to remove or take down all or any part of said fence, without recourse
by the Owners or their successors or assigns to such removal or taking down.
F. This Resolution shall in no way affect the rights, if any, of any other public entities or
public utilities in or to said easement.
4. The record Owners of the fence and the Town of Webster will enter into a licensing
agreement incorporating all the conditions of this Resolution in form and substance as
approved by the Town Attorney, and which will further provide that the Owner, at their
expense, will record the licensing agreement in the Monroe County Clerk’s Office.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
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Resolution No. 173: MOTION by Councilman Wagner, seconded by Councilwoman Wright, to
approve acceptance of credit cards as a form of payment for services at Webster Town Hall and on
the Town website.
WHEREAS, residents of the Town of Webster have expressed an interest in the Town of
Webster accepting credit card payments for various transactions conducted at the Town Clerk’s
Office; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined card processing services would be a convenience
for residents; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has the authority to authorize acceptance of payments by financial
transaction devices (e.g. credit cards, debit cards); and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined that continuing and expanding the current contract
with CSG FORTE Payments, Inc., for credit card processing is the most efficient and costeffective means for the Town to accept credit cards; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined that by applying a Service Fee Model approach,
where the Town resident pays a modest service fee for processing their transaction and the Town
would not absorb the cost:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to enter into agreement with CSG FORTE
Payments, Inc. to provide additional credit card payment processing services.
[Contract to be filed in the Town Clerk’s Office]
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
***
Danene Marr, Webster Town Clerk and Receiver of Taxes, presented the following Resolution.
She informed the Board that the Town’s full-time Tax Clerk suffered a serious medical
emergency in early January and remains out on extended medical leave, with an anticipated
return in early summer. Due to this absence, the Receiver of Taxes Office expects to be
significantly understaffed during the upcoming School Tax collection period, which is typically
the busiest and most demanding time of year.
During the Town and County Tax collection period, other Town Hall employees with relevant
experience assisted when available, and their support was appreciated. However, this assistance
will not be feasible during School Tax collection. Additional temporary staffing is therefore
being requested to support current employees, prevent burnout, and maintain reasonable service
levels for residents.
Councilman Cahill expressed appreciation for the clear explanation of duties, hour tracking, and
resource use, and acknowledged the cooperation and cross-training demonstrated by staff.
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Ms. Marr also noted that residents felt the impact of being down a full-time employee—longer
lines, increased wait time for callbacks, and longer wait times—and the goal is to avoid similar
issues during School Tax collection.
Resolution No. 174: MOTION by Councilman Wagner, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to
approve the addition of one temporary part-time Office Clerk position to the 2026 list of
authorized positions.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner .......... Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
***
Paul Adams, Director of Finance, presented a proposal for the Town to open an investment
account with the Empire Public Investment Cooperative (EPIC), an investment vehicle similar to
a mutual fund for government entities and invested in U.S. Treasury bills. The account offers
competitive rates and daily liquidity. The Town has successfully maintained a similar
investment account with New York Class since 1991, and EPIC would serve as an additional
option rather than a replacement.
one to authorize opening the EPIC account and another to
amend the Town’s investment policy to include EPIC. In response to a question from the Board,
the Director of Finance stated that while the policy allows for investments up to $25 million, the
Town would likely begin with approximately $5 million. The Town currently holds higher-thanusual cash reserves due to borrowing for major projects, including the wastewater treatment plant
and the highway building. Earnings from these investments are deposited into the debt service
fund to help offset future principal and interest costs.
Resolution No. 175: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone and seconded by Councilman Hunter,
to authorize the Town of Webster to participate in the Empire Public Investment Cooperative
Fund of New York.
WHEREAS, New York General Municipal Law, Article 5-G, Section 119-o (“Section 119-o”)
empowers municipal corporations, such as the Town of Webster, to enter into agreements for the
performance of their respective functions, powers and duties on a cooperative or contract basis,
with other municipal corporations; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Webster is considering investing portions of its available investment
funds in cooperation with other municipal corporations and/or districts pursuant the EPIC Fund
NY Municipal Cooperation Agreement (the “EPIC Fund NY MCA”) and the EPIC Fund NY
Information Statement (the “Information Statement”); and
WHEREAS, the Town of Webster wishes to assure the safety and liquidity needs of their funds:
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That the Town Supervisor acting on behalf of the Town of Webster is hereby authorized to
participate in the EPIC Fund NY program under the terms of the EPIC Fund NY MCA and
Information Statement.
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Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Wagner .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
***
Resolution No.176: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone and seconded by Councilwoman
Wright, to revise the Town’s Investment Policy to add the Empire Public Investment
Cooperative Fund of New York.
WHEREAS, the Town of Webster adopted a revised Investment Policy by Resolution dated
November 6, 2025; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Webster has elected to participate in the Empire Public Investment
Cooperative Fund of New York:
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
The Town Board amend Section VII, Designation of Depositaries, of the Town’s Investment
Policy to include the Empire Public Investment Cooperative Fund of New York.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner .......... Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
***
Resolution No. 177: MOTION by Councilman Wagner, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to
approve the following item for recycling from the Town Clerk’s Office:
• 3 Shelf Bookcase
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Asset Tag #3129
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
***
Resolution No. 178: MOTION by Councilman Hunter, seconded by Supervisor Scialdone, to
approve the following items for transfer/surplus from the Police Department:
• Glock 47COA
• Patrol Vehicle Roof Lights
• Lot- Weapon Accessories
• Mobile License Plate Reader
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Asset Tag #890922
Asset Tage #4101
Asset Tag #5140
Asset Tag #5122
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
***
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Resolution No. 179: MOTION by Councilwoman Wright, seconded by Councilman Wagner, to
approve the following items for destruction:
• 1005 Picture Parkway Original Garage
Asset Tag #528
• Highway Garage Improvements
Asset Tag #933
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
***
At 8:27 p.m. Supervisor Scialdone called for an Executive Session.
Resolution No. 180: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to
enter into Executive Session pursuant to New York State Public Officer’s Law §105(1)(d) to
discuss matters regarding proposed, pending, or current litigation.
WHEREAS, New York State Public Officers Law provides that the Town Board may enter into
Executive Session to discuss certain subjects or matters:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That the Town Board enter into an Executive Session pursuant to New York State Public
Officer’s Law §105(1)(d) to discuss matters regarding proposed, pending, or current litigation.
That the following persons were authorized to attend: Kyle Taylor, Attorney for the Town,
Joshua Artuso, Director of Community Planning and Development, Anthony Casciani, Planning
Board Chairman, Kelsey Feeney, Personnel Director, and Danene Marr, Town Clerk.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
***
Resolution No. 181: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to
return to regular session at 8:57 p.m.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone .......... Aye
Councilman Cahill ............ Aye
Councilwoman Wright ....... Aye
Councilman Hunter ........... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
***
There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at
8:57 p.m.
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Danene M. Marr, Town Clerk
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