Pelletter optimistic about new pharmacy
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HANOVER -- With Rite Aid now closed, the Town of Hanover is in desperate need for a new pharmacy in town, especially with Silver Creek Senior Housing nearing its grand opening and New York Medical Center now open. While it is too soon to be sure, Town Supervisor Lou Pelletter believes a new pharmacy could be coming soon.
"I'm working on a pharmacy for the area. I have some interest," Pelletter said at a recent Town Board meeting. "Of course, it will not be easy."
Pelletter has a proposal and multiple interested parties. He has reached out to representatives at the County and State level, including Senator George Borrello and the Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) for assistance.
"Hopefully, if it all fits together, we may have something. That's as far as I can go with that, but there is some interest," Pelletter said.
Pelletter joked that he hopes it will not take 50 years to see his plans become reality. He initially hoped for a senior living facility in the town back in 1976, and once Silver Creek Senior Housing opens later this year, it will be 50 years since Pelletter first had the idea to the time it came to fruition.
Also of note, the Town of Hanover was unsuccessful in seeking up to $19,000 in grant funding to cover the costs incurred by a waterline break in Hanford Bay last winter. The Town hoped to receive funding from Rural Development for reimbursement of the work. The Town is also still waiting to see if it will receive a grant for a salt storage building.
The Town Board authorized hiring Tim Nearhoof with Double A Specialties Inc. for emergency storm sewer replacement at Glenwood Cemetery along Old Main Road and Route 20, bypassing the original line for drainage that dates back to the 1800s. The total cost shall not exceed $44,000, not including the pipes and gravel required for the work, which the Town Highway Department will provide. The Town hopes the work will be completed before the winter.
The Town of Hanover has officially entered into a Community Solar Energy Subscription with Nextera Energy, which will provide a 5% discount on electricity for multiple Town-owned properties through New York State Electric and Gas (NYSEG). Pelletter said that the Town hoped for a 10% discount for hosting solar panels on Town property, owned by Perch Community Solar Acquisitions, LLC, but the subscription provides the Town the freedom to cancel the agreement at any time.
"The 5% is wonderful, especially when our electric bills are astronomical," Pelletter said.
Highway Superintendent Pete Pelletter was authorized to purchase a Ford Heavy Duty 250 truck with Tommy Gate at a cost of $46,120. The Town Board also authorized Town Clerk Elizabeth VanCheri to seek quotes and select a contractor at a cost not to exceed $18,600 for construction pertaining to the Town's veterans memorial monument.
The Town Board approved a transfer of $197,791 from the Water District 1 fund to close out the Routes 5 and 20 waterline project. The Town Board also approved fireworks display permits for Skylighters of NY, LLC.
The civil service title of Alex Fenske has been changed to Provisional Inspection Officer until he passes the civil service exam. Fenske has been hired by the Town with the expectation of handling Code Enforcement duties.
The next meeting of the Hanover Town Board will be on Tuesday, Oct. 13 due to the Columbus Day holiday.