This is an accessible web version of the Town's PDF agenda packet. The wording, dates, names, and figures are reproduced exactly as published. Resolution #2026-10-171 ends with "and be it further" and no further clause, as in the original. The Moved By and Seconded By lines and the Y N A tallies are blank on the published agenda; how each member voted is recorded in the minutes. Curly quotes and dashes are set as plain characters, and page numbers and running headers are left out; nothing else is changed.
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Town Board Workshop Meeting
October 28, 2026 - 7:00 pm
Sand Lake Town Hall
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
- Deputy Supervisor Nippes
- Councilman Glasser
- Councilwoman Mason
- Councilman Baker
- Supervisor Clemens
- Town Attorney Danaher
- Town Clerk Barbara Hansen
Conduct Public Hearing on Proposed 2027 Budget for The Town of Sand Lake at 7:00 P.M.
Approval of Meeting Minutes: October 14 Town Board Meeting
Town Clerk's Report
Supervisor's Report
Board Member's Reports
Public Works Commissioner's Report
Public Comment: NOTE - Each speaker must step to the microphone and may choose to state their name and address prior to addressing the Board and shall be granted the floor for up to five minutes. The Board thanks everyone in attendance for their understanding and for their desire to actively participate in the decision-making process. All speakers will conduct themselves in a civil manner.
Business:
- 1 Resolution Designating Ralph La Montagna As Acting Chairman Of The Planning Board (Resolution #2026-10-171)
- 2 Authorizing the Renewal of the CDPHP Health Insurance Contract for Town Retirees (Resolution #2026-10-172)
- 3 Authorizing the Renewal of the MVP Health Care Health Insurance Contract for Town Employees (Resolution #2026-10-173)
- 4 Resolution Adopting The New York State Unified Solar Permit (Resolution #2026-10-174)
- 5 Budget Transfers/Amendments (Resolution #2026-10-175)
Adjournment of the Meeting
SAND LAKE TOWN BOARD WORKSHOP MEETING
October 28, 2026
RESOLUTION #2026-10-171
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING RALPH LA MONTAGNA AS ACTING CHAIRMAN OF THE PLANNING BOARD
| Nippes: | Y | N | A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glasser: | Y | N | A |
| Mason: | Y | N | A |
| Baker: | Y | N | A |
| Clemens: | Y | N | A |
WHEREAS, the Town of Sand Lake Planning Board requires an acting chairman to carry out the duties of the chairman in the chairman's absence; and
WHEREAS, Ralph La Montagna is a member of the Town of Sand Lake Planning Board and is willing to serve as acting chairman; and
WHEREAS, New York State Town Law ยง 271 provides that, in the absence of a chairperson, the Planning Board may designate a member to serve as chairperson;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Sand Lake Planning Board hereby designates Ralph La Montagna as Acting Chairman of the Planning Board, effective October 21, 2026, to perform the duties of the chairman during the chairman's absence; and be it further
RESOLVED, that Mr. La Montagna shall serve in this capacity until the chairman resumes the duties of the position or the Planning Board takes further action; and be it further
SAND LAKE TOWN BOARD WORKSHOP MEETING
October 28, 2026
RESOLUTION #2026-10-172
Authorizing the Renewal of the CDPHP Health Insurance Contract for Town Retirees
| Nippes: | Y | N | A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glasser: | Y | N | A |
| Mason: | Y | N | A |
| Baker: | Y | N | A |
| Clemens: | Y | N | A |
WHEREAS, the Town of Sand Lake provides health insurance benefits to its retirees under a CDPHP Medicare Advantage PPO plan; and
WHEREAS, CDPHP has notified the Town that the current PPO $12/$20 ($250 IP) plan will no longer be offered in 2027; and
WHEREAS, CDPHP Medicare Advantage PPO $10/$15 ($0 IP) Plan provides comprehensive benefits, including preventive care, prescription drug coverage, and other services, as outlined in the current Evidence of Coverage and Summary of Benefits; and
WHEREAS, the Town has consulted with its insurance broker to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and any applicable collective bargaining agreements;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Sand Lake Town Board hereby authorizes the renewal of the Town's health insurance contract with CDPHP for town retirees, under the PPO $10/$15 ($0 IP) Plan effective January 1, 2027 for the plan year ending December 31, 2027.
SAND LAKE TOWN BOARD WORKSHOP MEETING
October 28, 2026
RESOLUTION #2026-10-173
Authorizing the Renewal of the MVP Health Care Health Insurance Contract for Town Employees
| Nippes: | Y | N | A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glasser: | Y | N | A |
| Mason: | Y | N | A |
| Baker: | Y | N | A |
| Clemens: | Y | N | A |
WHEREAS, the Town of Sand Lake currently offers MVP Silver 3 EPO and MVP Silver 3 HMO health insurance plans to eligible employees; and
WHEREAS, the current policy term is set to expire on November 30, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Town Comptroller has reviewed the renewal terms, coverage limits, premiums, and conditions, and determined that renewal is in the best interest of the Town and its employees;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Sand Lake Town Board hereby authorizes the renewal of the Town's health insurance contract with MVP Health Care for the Silver 3 EPO and Silver 3 HMO plans effective December 1, 2026 for the plan year ending November 30, 2027.
SAND LAKE TOWN BOARD WORKSHOP MEETING
October 28, 2026
RESOLUTION #2026-10-174
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE NEW YORK STATE UNIFIED SOLAR PERMIT
| Nippes: | Y | N | A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glasser: | Y | N | A |
| Mason: | Y | N | A |
| Baker: | Y | N | A |
| Clemens: | Y | N | A |
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Sand Lake recognizes the benefits of solar energy, including providing residents with additional energy choices and supporting local investment in renewable energy; and
WHEREAS, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, in coordination with the New York State Department of State, developed the New York State Unified Solar Permit to streamline the permitting process for eligible small-scale solar photovoltaic installations; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to provide a clear and consistent application process for eligible solar installations while maintaining compliance with applicable building, electrical, fire safety, zoning, and other requirements;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Sand Lake hereby adopts the New York State Unified Solar Permit application and associated procedures for eligible solar photovoltaic installations within the Town; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Town's Code Enforcement Officer or other designated official is authorized and directed to accept and review Unified Solar Permit applications and to issue permits for eligible installations in accordance with the application requirements and applicable laws and codes
SAND LAKE TOWN BOARD WORKSHOP MEETING
October 28, 2026
RESOLUTION #2026-10-175
Budget Transfers/Amendments
| Nippes: | Y | N | A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glasser: | Y | N | A |
| Mason: | Y | N | A |
| Baker: | Y | N | A |
| Clemens: | Y | N | A |
Be It Resolved the following transfers are made to the 2026 Budget:
| From | To | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| None at this time. | ||
Budget Amendments
Increase Appropriation A 522.9950.9 General Fund Transfer to Capital Project in the amount of $10,000 by Appropriating A599 General Fund- Fund Balance in the amount of $10,000. Increase Appropriation H029 522.8745.2 Burden Lake Dam- Capital Outlay in the amount of $10,000 and Increase Revenue H029 980.5031.9 Burden Lake Dam - Interfund Transfer in the amount of $10,000 for Legal Representation regarding the Burden Lake Dam Project.
Source: October_28_2026_AgendaResos.pdf on townofsandlake.us, linked from the 2026 Agendas and Resolutions page. Copied November 11, 2026.