[HISTORY: Adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Victor 5-26-2015 by L.L. No. 4-2015[1]. Amendments noted where applicable.]
[1]
Editor’s Note: This local law also repealed former Ch.
29, Historic Advisory Committee, adopted 1-25-2010 by Res. No. 56-2010.
By Resolution No. 56 dated January 25, 2010, the Victor Town
Board thereby established a committee to be named the "Town of Victor
Historical Advisory Committee" to serve the Town of Victor.
A.
The Town of Victor's Historic Advisory Committee (hereinafter
referred to as the "Advisory Committee") was created in an effort
to preserve, interpret and educate about historic and archeological
resources in the Town of Victor. This mission statement reflects the
Town's commitment to the importance, preservation, and continuance
of the Town's history for generations to come.
B.
The Advisory Committee was created:
(1)
To interpret our Town's rich history for present and future
generations;
(2)
To honor and represent the history of Victor with a goal of preserving
its architectural and archeological resources;
(3)
To increase public awareness of the value of historic, cultural and
architectural preservation by developing and participating in education
programs as approved by the Town Board;
(4)
To provide assistance to Town boards by recommending that development
is done in a manner which preserves our historic character;
(5)
To help research and identify buildings and sites of historic importance
in the Town;
(6)
To recommend Historic Victor plaques;
(7)
To assist individuals in making nominations to the State and National
Registers of Historic Places;
(8)
To provide assistance in securing grants that might contribute to
the reuse and preservation of historic structures in the community.
A.
The powers and duties of the Committee are advisory in nature only.
B.
To advise, assist and support the Historian, Town Board, Planning
Board and Zoning Board in matters pertaining to Victor's historic
and archeological resources.
C.
To help identify and research the Historic Victor plaque program
nominees.
D.
To assist individuals in making nominations to the State and National
Registers of Historic Places.
E.
To provide assistance in securing grants that might contribute to
the reuse and preservation of historic structures in the community.
F.
To contribute knowledge for educational materials as approved by
the Town Board, that promote an understanding and appreciation of
preserving the character of Victor, including, but not limited to,
walking tours, brochures, a marker program for historic properties,
lectures, exhibits and conferences.
A.
The Town Historian, and/or his/her designee, shall serve as the facilitator
to help the Committee with the development of its specific goals,
objectives, and plans of action consistent with the Committee's
duties and intent.
B.
Minutes of each meeting will be recorded by the designated secretary
at each meeting.
C.
The results of the facilitation process shall include, but not be
limited to, issues such as frequency and method of reporting to the
Town Board, revenue opportunities, the process for selection of and
terms for the Committee Chair, budget considerations, program recommendations,
and implementation strategies.
A.
The membership of this Committee shall be appointed by the Town Board,
and shall consist of seven members, providing a balanced, community-wide
representation. Members shall be residents of the Town of Victor,
and those who have an interest in and knowledge of local history,
historic preservation and architectural development are especially
encouraged to apply.
B.
Members shall serve staggering terms set by the Town Board. Vacancies
on the Committee other than by expiration of a term shall be filled
to complete the unexpired term of the vacancy. Recommendations for
new Committee members shall be forwarded to the Town Board for review.
C.
The Cemetery Committee Chair will serve as a member of this Advisory
Committee.
D.
In addition, the Town Historian shall serve as an ex-officio nonvoting
member.
E.
Historic Advisory Committee members shall, serve for a term of three
years. Members may continue to serve until their successors have been
appointed.
F.
All members of the Historic Advisory Committee shall serve without
compensation except for such amounts determined appropriate, in advance,
by the Town Board to offset expenses incurred in the performance of
their duties.
G.
Historic Advisory Committee members will be expected to attend all
meetings and functions of the Committee. In the events of two absences
by a Committee member in one calendar year, or malfeasance of membership
as determined by the Committee, said Committee member's position
may be declared vacant by a majority vote of a quorum of the Committee,
subject to final approval by the Town Board. The Town Historian and
the Town Board liaison to the Committee will attend Committee meetings
as needed.
H.
Historic Advisory Committee members may resign at any time by providing
formal written notice to the Chairperson of the Committee who will
then forward such notice to Human Resources.
I.
A Committee member serves at the pleasure of the Town Board, and
may be removed from office if such Committee member engages in an
act (or acts) demonstrating a conflict of interest, misconduct, a
violation of the Town's Code of Ethics or Standards of Conduct,
or any other act which calls into question the Committee member's
qualifications, integrity, or ability to participate on the Advisory
Board in a manner upholding the public trust, as may be determined
by the Town Board in its sole discretion.
A.
The Advisory Committee shall, by majority vote, recommend to the
Town Board one of its members to serve as Chairperson to preside over
the meetings and one member to serve as Vice Chairman. After approval
by the Town Board, the members so designated shall serve in these
capacities for the term of two years.
B.
A quorum for the Historic Advisory Committee shall consist of at
least 50% of its sitting members. A quorum is necessary for the Historic
Advisory Committee to conduct business. A roll call shall be taken
upon the request of any member. A tie vote shall be deemed a denial
of the motion or recommended action.
C.
Standing and special committees may be created by the Advisory Committee
and members thereof appointed by the Town Board to assist with the
functions of the Committee. These groups may be created for designated
periods of time to accomplish specific tasks for the Committee. These
subcommittees may include individuals who are not members of the Advisory
Committee, but who may contribute some unique expertise on a specific
task.
A.
The Advisory Committee shall meet at least four times per year at
a mutually agreeable date/time specified by the members of the Committee.
Meetings may be canceled or rescheduled by the mutual agreement of
the Committee Chairperson and the Town Historian.
B.
A written agenda for each meeting shall be drafted by the Chairperson
with input from the Committee members and the Town Historian and be
sent to the members of the Committee at least three days prior to
the meeting, as well as to be posted on the Town of Victor website.
These agendas will be used to facilitate the meetings.
C.
Minutes will be kept by the Town Historian or a designated member
of the Committee and shall be distributed to all Committee members
and appropriate personnel within seven days of the meeting.
D.
Special meetings may be called by the Chairperson or the Town Historian.
These meetings must be scheduled at least three days prior to the
intended meeting date with written notification of the date, time,
location, and purpose of the meeting sent to all Committee members
in advance. These notices will also be placed on the Town of Victor
website within three days of the intended meeting date.
E.
Each member of the Advisory Committee shall have one vote on any
matter submitted to the Committee for action. A majority vote is required
for the passage of any action items. A majority of the Committee shall
constitute a quorum. All meetings shall follow Robert's Rules
of Order.
Copies of this chapter shall be sent to all members.
