Summit Board Approves Scrap Metal Pickup

By Karen Cuccinello

SUMMIT — February’s monthly Town of Summit meeting opened right on time, as usual, at 7pm and the January minutes and supervisors report was approved.

Jim Dibble, Highway Superintendent, asked the Board about moving some funds to different line items, approved, and mentioned the large amount of sand they are buying this year due to the numerous batches of snow. He also stated that if Summit citizens have concerns about road conditions they should call him directly 518-287-1544.

Dave Jones, Assessor, reported that everything is quiet during exemption season and going very smoothly.

Karen Cuccinello, Historian, reviewed the annual NYS Historian report she sent in to the NYS Historian, mentioned looking for more old Summit farms for a 2026 book, helped someone looking for VanAlstine family in the early 1800's and Lutheranville information and asked if we have enough American flags for placing on veterans grave stones in May. Board member Kearney thanked the historian for her efforts.

Jesse Wilcox, Building Inspector and Code Enforcement Officer, reported that he is keeping up with open building permits, dealing with two remediation's, taking training's and gave out three new permits.

Supervisor Vroman mentioned the Clerk, Youth and Board of Appeals written reports.

The Board approved a contract with the Cobleskill dog pound, if needed for stray dogs.

Fred's Septic and Roll-off Inc. is raising the garbage pick up service from $30 to $60 per Saturday. Supervisor Vroman mentioned that they had not raised their price in 20 years so it was understandable but wished he had known ahead of time.

The town needs to upgrade their security system to be compatible with cell towers, total cost about $1,700. Supervisor Vroman hopes that he can get the cost down some by utilizing some of the monies previously paid when setting up the system.

Board member Shafer reviewed the Revitalization Committee activities. They are still waiting to see if Schoharie County is going to set up a County Facebook page that Summit could potentially join in with. They set up a Park committee. Wayne Stinson is working on a Complete Streets presentation. Next Revitalization meeting March 12 at 7pm.

The floor then opened to the public.

James Morell spoke about offering scrap metal pick-up in Summit on a regular basis. He mentioned he currently offers this service in Richmondville once per month, is fully insured and will take care of all advertising. After a few questions the Board approved giving it a try. Highway Superintendent Dibble mentioned that there needs to be provisions for metal being dropped off before or after the designated days. Morrell assured the Board that he would take care of any issues and would pick up large items, by appointment. Morell will start April 5th and be set up in the town hall/garage parking lot near the garbage roll-off and recycling bins.

Public hearing for Unsafe Building Law March 20 at 7:30pm, Summit Town Hall.