Webster Town Board
August 6, 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
Wastewater Treatment Plant Chief Operator ....................................Rick Kenealy
Communications Director .............................................................. Bridget Harvey
Also, in attendance was, newly appointed, Dwayne Hilfiker, Wastewater Treatment Plant Chief
Operator.
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Supervisor Scialdone led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
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Supervisor Scialdone announced a Public Hearing to consider Local Law #3 - Vehicle
and Traffic Regulations.
At 7:32 p.m. the Public Hearing was opened.
No comments were received.
At 7:32 p.m. the Public Hearing was closed.
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The meeting was open to the floor for public comment and the following Webster residents
appeared before the Town Board.
Sean Whipple, owner of 898 Ridge Road (Sunset Valley), addressed the Board regarding the
Dinks and Links hardship exemption request. Mr. Whipple stated they held no ill will toward the
developer but did not believe a financial hardship had been demonstrated. He noted that the
developer does not yet own the land, does not pay taxes or insurance on it, and could extend the
purchase contract and loan commitments with minimal cost. Mr. Whipple questioned whether
significant funds had been spent on DEC work and stated the submitted site plan was inadequate
and required revisions, contributing to delays.
Mr. Whipple expressed concern that granting a hardship exemption would set an unfavorable
precedent for future developers, undermine the purpose of the existing moratorium, and conflict
with ongoing work to update the Town’s comprehensive plan.
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Christina Whipple, an owner of 898 Ridge Road (Sunset Valley), spoke on behalf of
themselves and approximately 70 seniors living in the neighboring affordable housing
community. Mrs. Whipple expressed opposition to granting the hardship waiver for the Dinks
and Links project, stating that clear and convincing evidence, including financial proof, had not
been presented. She noted that the developer does not own the land and has not yet met required
Planning Board submission standards. She referenced outstanding tasks, such as tree tagging, as
examples that the developer has not completed necessary preparatory work, contributing to
delays.
Mrs. Whipple cautioned that approving the waiver could set a precedent leading to additional
unwarranted waiver requests and increase scrutiny on the Board. She stated that the property’s
condition does not impose a burden warranting an exemption, and they did not see a benefit to
granting it. She emphasized that the moratorium exists to support work on the comprehensive
plan and should remain in place without exceptions.
Kevin Lockhart, a Webster resident, addressed the Board regarding the Dinks and Links
Resolution. He noted that the zoning for the property is being changed from high-intensity
commercial to mixed use, while the proposed project itself is not mixed use. He emphasized that
the vote is not about the merits of the project but whether sufficient evidence has been provided
to justify an exception to the development moratorium adopted on June 4, 2026.
Mr. Lockhart summarized the Planning Board’s review history, noting that the application had
been tabled multiple times and had not received preliminary site plan approval or a special
permit prior to the moratorium. He stated that only projects with those approvals are
automatically exempt, and therefore the developer is seeking relief under the hardship provision
in Section 9 of the law.
Mr. Lockhart highlighted that Section 9 requires clear and convincing evidence, including
financial proof, that the moratorium prevents reasonable use of the property, causes irreparable
injury, and that denying relief would be unreasonable. He expressed concern that the proposed
Resolution does not identify evidence supporting those required findings. He urged the Board to
ensure that decisions are based on documented proof to maintain consistency with the law and
avoid any appearance of impropriety or favoritism.
Ron Nesbitt, a Webster resident, came before the Board to support the granting of a waiver for
Agenda Item #8 concerning Dinks and Links, stating the project has been delayed due to the
Town Board’s moratorium and should have been grandfathered in. Mr. Nesbitt noted the project
was already underway and had faced additional delays from the Planning Board and DEC
requests.
Mr. Nesbitt expressed concern about the appearance and maintenance of the former lumber yard
property on Holt Road, citing overgrown weeds and suggesting either the county or code
enforcement address the issue. He also raised concerns about grass overgrowth along the Ridge
Road sidewalk and urged the Town to maintain it more regularly.
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Additional concerns were shared about speeding on Holt Road, recommending increased police
enforcement and a community meeting with the Police Chief. Mr. Nesbitt questioned the low
number of speeding tickets reported in 2024 and asked about the status of the 2025 Police
Department Annual Report. Comments were also made about the unreadable presentation of the
police budget during an earlier meeting, citing communication department responsibilities and
costs.
The following comments came from emails or online form submitted by the individuals:
Tom and Lieve Bain, Webster residents:
My husband and I were happy to see a pride flag on the Town Hall. A sign of acceptance, of
unification instead of division. We are so tired of the Christian hypocrisy used in politics. Jesus
message applied to Webster is: love your Webster neighbor, no exceptions. Go out of your way
to greet them, to help them, regardless of their race, religion or sexual orientation. This is what
makes “life worth living” in Webster.
Dottie Fait, a Webster resident:
I am writing to formally oppose the request for an exception to the Town’s current moratorium
on new development as it pertains to the property located next to Lowes on Five-Mile Line Rd. I
urge the Board to deny this application.
The moratorium exists to give Webster the time needed to thoughtfully update its planning and
zoning regulations before further development proceeds. Exceptions to that moratorium should
be reserved for cases of genuine undue financial hardship — circumstances where a property
owner would suffer real, demonstrable harm if required to wait until the updated regulations are
in place.
This project does not meet that standard. The parcel in question has sat vacant for years, which
itself demonstrates that no urgent hardship exists in delaying development further. More
importantly, the applicant does not currently own the property. Because the developer holds no
ownership interest in the parcel, they cannot claim to be denied “reasonable use” of it — a claim
of hardship requires an existing right or interest that is being impaired, and no such right exists
here. The applicant is asking the Board to waive a community wide protection for a project that
has no legal standing to claim it needs one.
If any hardship is relevant to this discussion, it belongs to the residents of Webster, not the
applicant. Many of us have watched unchecked development reshape this Town's character,
strain infrastructure, and outpace the planning process meant to guide it responsibly. Concerns
about overdevelopment were a driving force behind the significant turnover on this very Board in
recent elections. Granting this exception would undermine the mandate residents gave this
Board and set a precedent that undermines the purpose of the moratorium itself.
I respectfully ask the Board to:
1. Deny the requested exception to the moratorium.
2. Uphold the moratorium's original purpose and give the planning and zoning update process
the time it requires.
3. Weigh the hardship to current residents at least as heavily as any hardship claimed by a nonowning applicant.
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Thank you for your time and consideration. I appreciate the Board's continued attention to the
concerns of Webster residents on this matter.
Dr. Anthony Oliveri, a Webster Resident:
I believe that there is a Town regulation that all political yard signs must be removed a certain
number of days following an election. It appears to me that this rule does not apply to political
flags, as I have seen a few of them hanging on some residents’ properties. The flags I refer to
have identical messages as some of the yard signs I refer to in my opening sentence. MY
question is: if those flags display the exact message as a political yard sign prior to an election,
and are on the same property as one would or did have a political yard sign on their lawn, why
are the flags still allowed to be displayed? I find them very annoying, and it seems to me that a
yard sign and a flag that display exact or similar messages should abide by the same rules? Does
the Town Code regarding these signs/flags need to be updated? As some folks have, I would
rather not see competing signs OR flags on properties with political differences from each other,
some of which are appearing YEARS after said election.
Jason Tucker, a Webster resident:
I am so frustrated that Bay Road is going to be a one lane road. We seriously cannot keep this up
more houses are being built, and we are taking away lane space. Traffic build up is already
ridiculous.
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Resolution No. 259: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Hunter, to
approve the July 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. 260: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Hunter, to
approve the July 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. 261: MOTION by Councilman Cahill, seconded by Councilwoman Wright, to
approve the bills as submitted in Warrant #0826 by the Director of Finance.
Fund
General (A,B) #2619-2908
Highway (C,D)
Sewer (G)
Library (L)
Drainage Districts (M)
Park Districts (P)
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Inside
363,078.56
177,527.46
70,781.21
9,950.81
2,241.60
905.00
Outside
333,441.32
91,170.72
93,020.81
20,488.21
2,092.32
82.38
Card/ACH
2,445.21
14,505.66
304.83
43.08
0.00
0.00
Total
698,965.09
283,203.84
164,106.85
30,482.10
4,333.92
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Fund
Special Districts (N,Q,S)
Trust & Agency (T/A,N/SF,T/T, WEMS)
Capital Projects (H) #055-060
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
1,278.80
0.00
Outside
3,718.32
234,224.70
Card/ACH
0.00
0.00
Total
4,997.12
234,224.70
1,104,164.93
271,426.73
80,678.69
2,082,033.79
107.76
0.00
0.00
778,346.54
0.00
0.00
0.00
17,298.78
1,104,272.69
271,426.73
80,678.69
2,877,679.11
Councilman Cahill ........... Aye
Councilman Hunter .......... Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
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Resolution No. 262: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to
approve the prepaid vouchers included in Warrant #0826 by the Director of Finance in the
amount of $778,346.54. [Included in the summary of vouchers approved in Resolution #261]
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. 263: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilwoman Wright,
to approve purchase orders as submitted by the Director of Finance.
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. 264: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Cahill, for
the Town of Webster to declare themselves as Lead Agency for State Environmental Quality
Review Act (SEQR) for the Webster Transportation Infrastructure Project.
WHEREAS, a proposed development involving the improvement of roadways in the vicinity of
the Xerox Campus in the Town and Village of Webster known as the “Webster Transportation
Improvement Project” has been proposed by Webster Economic Development Alliance
(“WEDA”); and
WHEREAS, the Webster Transportation Improvement Project has been classified as a “Type I
Action” as defined by the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) regulations in 6
NYCRR §617.4, mandating a coordinated review of the project with a single agency serving as
Lead Agency to conduct said environmental review pursuant to 6 NYCRR §617.6(b)(2)(i); and
WHEREAS, by Resolution of the Town of Webster Town Board dated June 4, 2026, the Town
Board declared its intention to serve as Lead Agency for the Project herein; and
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WHEREAS, the Town of Webster Town Board sent a letter and Part 1 of a Full Environmental
Assessment Form (FEAF) to other potential “Interested Agencies” and “Involved Agencies” (as
these terms are defined in the SEQRA Regulations found at 6 NYCRR Part 617.2) and to
commence the coordinated review of the Project; and
WHEREAS, responses from Interested and Involved Agencies to the Town Board’s request to
serve as Lead Agency were requested, and each of the potentially Interested and Involved
Agencies have agreed to, or raised no objection to, the Town of Webster Town Board serving as
the Lead Agency for the Webster Transportation Improvement Project within 30 calendar days
as mandated by 6 NYCRR §617.6(b)(3)(i); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the SEQRA Regulations, the Town of Webster Town Board will
consider the significance of the potential environmental impacts of the Webster Transportation
Improvement Project by (a) using the criteria specified in Section 617.7 of the SEQRA
Regulations and (b) examining the FEAF and other available supporting information for the
Webster Transportation Improvement Project, including comments received from other Involved
Agencies and the Town’s consultants, to identify the relevant areas of environmental concern
and otherwise undertake a coordinated review of this action:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That the Town of Webster Town Board hereby establishes itself as the Lead Agency for the
environmental review, under SEQRA and its regulations, for the Webster Transportation
Improvement Project.
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. 265: MOTION by Councilman Wagner, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to
establish a policy for video and audio recording for advisory boards and Town committees.
WHEREAS, the Town Board recognizes the importance of transparency, public accessibility,
and accurate recordkeeping for the Town Board, Planning Board, Zoning Board, Conservation
Board, and Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee operating within the Town; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board seeks to establish a consistent policy governing the video and
audio recording of meetings held by such boards and committees to enhance public engagement
and preserve official records; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board acknowledges that implementation of video and audio recording
will require Town employees to operate recording equipment outside of their regular work hours,
thereby necessitating additional compensation in accordance with pre-approved labor laws and
collective bargaining agreements; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board further recognizes that the purchase, operation, and maintenance of
recording equipment must be conducted within reasonable fiscal limits and in alignment with the
Town’s approved budget:
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That the Town Board hereby establishes a policy effective September 1, 2026, requiring that
video recordings of the Town Board, Planning Board, Zoning Board, Conservation Board, and
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee be made publicly available by utilizing the Town’s
established recording process and available appropriated resources.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:
That the Town Board will review the established policy for video and audio recording annually
at the Organizational Meeting.
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. 266: MOTION by Councilman Wagner, seconded by Councilwoman Wright, to
appoint Shelley LaRocca, Town of Ontario, as the School Tax Collector for the 2026-2027
School Year for the portion of properties in the Town of Webster located in the Wayne Central
School District.
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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Joe Catalani, representing Dinks and Links, came before the Board to request a waiver from the
current development moratorium. He stated that the project has been in the planning process for
approximately one year and has undergone multiple site plan revisions to meet requirements
from the Town, DEC, and adjacent property owners. Mr. Catalani explained that each relocation
of the site required updates to architecture, erosion control, utilities, and SWPPP documentation,
resulting in significant costs. He noted recent delays related to DEC permitting, which could not
proceed until the Town completed SEQR. Mr. Catalani stated the project’s financing was
extended through October and emphasized that further delays would impact staffing,
construction scheduling, and costs. He said the development moratorium was not in place when
the project began and that the resulting delay creates a hardship. The waiver request is being
made as the mechanism provided within the moratorium.
Supervisor Scialdone reminded the Board that discussion should focus solely on whether the
applicant meets the criteria for relief from the moratorium, not on the merits of the project. To
qualify, the applicant must show clear and convincing evidence, including financial impacts, that
the moratorium prevents reasonable use of the property, causes irreparable injury, and that
denying relief would be unreasonable and unjust.
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Supervisor Scialdone asked whether the applicant had requested an additional financing
extension from M&T or the Hegedorn Family Partnership. Mr. Catalani stated that a Hegedorn’s
representative was present and would be providing an extension. When asked for the total
amount spent to date, Mr. Catalani reported costs exceeding $100,000.00.
Councilman Cahill confirmed that the applicant does not currently own the property. Mr.
Catalani stated they are under contract to purchase it and identified the property owner
(Hegedorn Family Partnership), who had a representative (Dale Vance) present at the meeting.
Councilman Hunter stated that the application only included information about the financing
expiration and did not contain documentation supporting the applicant’s claim of over
$100,000.00 in expenses or proof of granted extensions. Mr. Catalani responded that they have
received three extensions, though this documentation had not yet been provided to the Board.
Councilwoman Wright asked whether the engineering drawings completed to date could still be
used. Mr. Catalani confirmed that the most recent versions remain valid.
Councilman Wagner asked for clarification regarding the identity of the applicant, noting
differences among the names/entities identified in the purchase contract and financing
documents. Mr. Catalani stated that the applicant was Dinks and Links LLC and that he was
speaking on its behalf. Councilman Wagner asked whether the applicant had quantified the
financial hardship associated with delaying the project until next year. Mr. Catalani stated they
had not. Councilman Wagner noted that the moratorium requires proof that the applicant cannot
make reasonable use of the property and that financial hardship must be demonstrated,
particularly since the applicant does not own the property. Mr. Catalani responded that the
hardship stems from a year of repeated revisions and delays—many related to DEC permitting
and SEQR requirements—which were outside their control. Councilman Wagner pointed out
that these delays occurred prior to the moratorium. When asked whether any delays were caused
by the moratorium itself, Mr. Catalani stated that future impacts on financing, staffing,
foundation work, construction, and trade scheduling would result from the moratorium.
Dale Vance, representative of the Hegedorn Family Partnership, stated that this type of
development work is new to him but affirmed that he has worked with the applicant, Mr.
Catalani, for many years and has observed the significant effort he has put into the project. Mr.
Vance noted that some financial burdens faced by the applicant are not his place to discuss. Mr.
Vance described challenges working with Lowe’s regarding the surrounding property and
roadway maintenance, stating that Lowe’s was difficult to work with and caused delays of
several months. He expressed that the applicant has worked hard to move the project forward
and believes it would be unfair if Mr. Catalani were unable to proceed. He thanked the Board for
listening.
Resolution No. 267: MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Hunter, to
deny the hardship exemption from Local Law #2 of 2026 - Development Moratorium, associated
with the proposed Dinks and Links project, Tax ID#’s 079.10-1-2.3 and 079.10-1-1.11.
WHEREAS, the Town Board adopted Local Law No. 2 of 2026 on June 4, 2026, establishing a
Moratorium on certain permits and approvals to maintain the status quo during the Town’s
Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Law update; and
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WHEREAS, Section 9(B) of Local Law No. 2 of 2026, requires an applicant seeking relief from
a Moratorium to demonstrate, by clear and convincing evidence, including dollars-and-cents
proof, that the applicant is unable to make any reasonable use of its property, causes irreparable
injury, and that denying relief would be unreasonable and unjust; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed the applicant’s submission and finds that the
applicant has not met the standards of Section 9(B), does not permit the applicant to proceed
with required approvals and does not exempt the project from any application laws or
regulations:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That, the Town Board makes the following findings:
1. The applicant has not demonstrated by clear and convincing evidence including dollars and
cents proof, that the Moratorium prevents reasonable use of the property.
2. The applicant has not demonstrated that the Moratorium causes irreparable injury.
3. The applicant has not demonstrated that denying relief would be unreasonable and unjust.
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. 268: MOTION by Councilwoman Wright, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to
accept resignation of Sarah Nowack, member of the Board of Assessment Review, resignation
effective August 1, 2026, leaving one open position with an unexpired term ending
September 30, 2029.
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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Donna Komor, Town Assessor, provided an overview of the process used to select an appraisal
firm for the fairlife property valuation. Five firms were contacted; one declined due to focusing
on residential work, and another had a conflict of interest involving prior work for fairlife. Of
the remaining firms, GAR Appraisal LLC was selected based on its extensive experience and
recent appraisals of similar dairy and food processing facilities, allowing them to update existing
research and reduce costs. The assessor requested approval for an appraisal not to exceed
$7,000.00.
In response to questions, Ms. Komor explained that if fairlife later challenges the assessment, a
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separate appraisal meeting of Supreme Court standards may be required. GAR could update
their initial appraisal at additional cost, which would still be less expensive than commissioning
a new appraisal from scratch. Ms. Komor noted the complexity of the assessment process and
ongoing learning involved. No further questions were raised.
Resolution No. 269: MOTION by Councilwoman Wright, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to
authorize and establish the position of Temporary Board of Assessment Review Member with a
one-year term beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2027 to support the 2027
Revaluation Project.
WHEREAS, the Town Board recognizes the increased workload anticipated during the 2027
Revaluation Project and finds it necessary to appoint Temporary Board of Assessment Review
(BAR) Members as authorized under Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) Section 523-A; and
WHEREAS, RPTL Section 523-A allows temporary members to be appointed for one-year
terms and requires such members to meet the same qualifications, training, and disclosure
requirements as regular BAR members, including receipt of a certificate of attendance for the
required training course within twelve months before hearing complaints:
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That the Town Board of the Town of Webster hereby establishes the positions of Temporary
Board of Assessment Review Member to be added to the 2026 and 2027 list of Authorized
Positions for a one-year term commencing October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2027.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:
That the number of Temporary Board of Assessment Review Members appointed shall not
exceed the maximum number permitted under Real Property Tax Law 523-A, that all temporary
members shall meet the required qualifications, training, and disclosure standards before
participating in hearings, and that compensation for such members, shall be authorized as the
same rate of pay as regular Board of Assessment Review Members.
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. 270: MOTION by Councilwoman Wright, seconded by Councilman Wagner, to
authorize the Town Supervisor to sign a contract with GAR Appraisal, LLC to appraise specialty
property located at 1886 Tebor Road to advise the Assessor in placing value on the property for
the 2027 Revaluation with a cost not to exceed $7,000.00.
[Contract to be filed in Town Clerk’s Office]
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone ..........Aye
Councilwoman Wright ........Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
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Councilman Cahill ........... Aye
Councilman Hunter .......... Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
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Resolution No. 271: MOTION by Councilman Cahill, seconded by Supervisor Scialdone, to
revise the Town of Webster Employee Handbook to add the current title of Chief Wastewater
Treatment Plant Operator on the Commuter Use Vehicle Chart located on Page 500-9 in the
Employee Handbook.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone ..........Aye
Councilman Hunter .................. Aye
Councilman Cahill ..............Aye
Councilman Wagner................. Aye
Councilwoman Wright ........Aye
Motion carried .......................... 5-0
***
Rick Kenealy, Wastewater Treatment Plant Chief Operator, provided an update on the
management of the contingency fund within the Wastewater Treatment Plant $86 million dollar
project. The contingency was established to address unforeseen conditions, particularly
underground issues. Earlier in the project, several items were removed through value
engineering during the third contract amendment to control costs. As the project has progressed,
efficient management has allowed some of those items to be reinstated using the contingency
fund, along with covering new needs that have arisen. Additional savings from design changes
or lower-cost alternatives have also contributed to available funds. Mr. Kenealy noted that as the
project nears completion, they are working to allocate remaining contingency funds
appropriately, including transferring items from capital projects previously budgeted elsewhere.
Resolution No. 272: MOTION by Councilman Cahill, seconded by Councilman Wagner, to
further authorize the usage of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade Project Contingency
Budget.
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 142 of 2026 previously earmarked $462,788.00 for proposed items
in the April 2, 2026 Workshop presentation; and
WHEREAS, remaining contingency allowance current balance is $489,688.00 and client savings
allowance current balance is $123,727.46; and
WHEREAS, the Wastewater Treatment Plant requests authorization of the contingency
allowance of $225,384.00 and client savings allowance of $31,092.00 to be utilized for the
presented items in an amount not to exceed $256,476.00 and to have work said items start
immediately:
Contingency Use Item Description
Old Septage Receiving Bldg- New Hatches (8)
Old Septage Receiving Bldg- New Pumps
6” Godwin Trash Pump
Davit Crane and 8 Bases
Ceiling Work- New HSOW Building
Hydrant Replacement (4)- Final Clarifiers
Trees (21)- Lining Entrance Driveway
Landscaping- Administration Building
Cost
$19,388.00
$75,000.00
$67,700.00
$5,720.00
$23,665.00
$18,550.00
$11,361.00
$4,000.00
Client Savings Use Item Description
Cost
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New Lab- Dryer Building
Drying Oven
pH Meter & Stand
Analytical Balance
Client Savings Use Item Description
Anti Vibration Table
Hot Plate/Mixer
Total Solids Meter
Multifunction Printer/Scanner- Drawings
$8,010.00
$1,440.00
$3,471.00
Cost
$900.00
$1,131.00
$3,500.00
$12,640.00
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That the Town Board authorizes the remaining contingency allowance and client savings
allowance to be utilized for the mentioned items in an amount not to exceed $256,476.00 and to
have the work on said items start immediately.
Vote on motion:
Supervisor Scialdone ..........Aye
Councilman Cahill ........... Aye
Councilwoman Wright ........Aye
Councilman Hunter .......... Aye
Councilman Wagner………Aye
Motion carried .................. 5-0
***
Supervisor Scialdone explained the following Resolution. A last-minute request for Board
action was necessary due to a miscommunication with Monroe County regarding the HUDfunded program for low- to moderate-income households. The Town has participated in this
federal program since 2002 and typically renews participation every three years. This cycle, the
County introduced a new amendment stating that local governments may not sell, trade, or
transfer HUD funds provided through the program. The County initially requested only a
notarized letter, which the Town submitted. It was later clarified that a formal Board Resolution
was also required before next week’s deadline.
Supervisor Scialdone noted that the updated agreement is identical to the previously circulated
version except for the added amendment language. Kyle Taylor, Attorney for the Town,
confirmed he reviewed the one-page amendment and that it only restricts reallocating or
transferring HUD funds for other uses.
Resolution No. 273: MOTION by Councilman Hunter, seconded by Councilwoman Wright, to
authorize the Town Supervisor to sign an agreement for Federal Law, urban counties which enter
into cooperative agreements with local governments, that can access funding under the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships.
WHEREAS, the County of Monroe and the Town of Webster entered into such a Cooperative
Agreement on May 16, 2002; and
WHEREAS, the County and Town desires to extend the Cooperative Agreement for another
three year period of October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2029; and
WHEREAS, extension of the Agreement required an amendment that parties to the Agreement
understand and agree that they may not sell, trade, or other transfer all or any portion of CDBG
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funds:
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That the Town Board of the Town of Webster hereby approves the “Amendatory Agreement to
Cooperation Agreement for Urban County Requalification” between the Town of Webster and
the County of Monroe and further authorizes the Town Supervisor to execute said Amendment.
[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. 274: MOTION by Councilwoman Wright, seconded by Supervisor Scialdone,
to approve the following items for recycling from the Parks and Recreation Department:
• Press Hydrl Handheld
Asset Tag #002002
• 8HP Walk Behind Blower
Asset Tag #002631
• Manual Wheel Battery Charger
Asset Tag #004288
• Lazer Level Tripod and Rods
Asset Tag #004314
• 40 Chairs, 4 Chair Dolly, Tables
Asset Tag #004591
• Lot of 35 Chairs, 3 Chair Dolly, 7 Tables
Asset Tag #04592
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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There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at
8:16 p.m.
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Danene M. Marr, Town Clerk
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