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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017_01_18 Town Board Minutes January 18, 2017 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON JANUARY 18, 2017, BEGINNING AT 5:00PM AT THE VETRANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 1156, 1288 BOSTON POST ROAD, LARCHMONT, NEW YORK PRESENT: Supervisor Nancy Seligson Councilman Ernest C. Odierna Councilwoman Abby Katz Councilwoman Jaine Elkind Eney Councilman Thomas A. Murphy ALSO PRESENT: Christina Battalia, Town Clerk Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator Connie Green O’Donnell, Assistant Town Administrator William Maker, Jr., Town Attorney CALL TO ORDER - WORK SESSION On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the Work Session was unanimously opened at 5:00PM. 1. Town of Mamaroneck Cyber Security Policy Additionally Present: Roz Cimino, IT Director Ms. Cimino discussed how she formulated the policy. Specifically, and among others, she is following many of the regulations of the NYS Office of Cyber Security. Ms. Cimino also suggests using this as a learning tool, to ‘teach to the policy’. Ms. Cimino will send out training dates to all users. 2. Appointments to Boards and Commissions On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman Murphy, the Board unanimously agreed to enter into an Executive Session to discuss appointments to Boards and Commissions, and employment history of a particular person. EXECUTIVE SESSION Appointments to Boards and Commissions Employment History of a Particular Person On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the Board unanimously agreed to resume the Regular Meeting. 3. Goals and Priorities The Town Board reviewed item by item, the updated 2016 and 2017 Goals and Priorities Schedules. The remaining 2016, as discussed, will be brought over to the 2017 schedule. Mr. Altieri will prepare and distribute a new updated 2017 list. ADDED ITEM Hillside Avenue Bridge Supervisor Seligson and Steve Altieri explained that the NYS Department of Transportation has awarded a $2.8 million grant to the Town of Mamaroneck, the Town of Rye and the Village of Mamaroneck for 1 January 18, 2017 reconstruction of the Hillside Avenue Bridge, in the Village of Mamaroneck. Since capital construction of bridges is a Town function, the Town will spearhead the project, with involvement from the Village of Mamaroneck. 4. Update on Procedure for Property Sale Mr. Altieri advised the Board of the current plan for the sale of the Mohegan Road property. An open house will take place about 10-14 days prior to the auction. The Town will act as broker and will not contract with a realtor. 5. Energy Cost Impact – New York State Public Service Commission Nuclear Rate Subsidy The Board discussed adopting a resolution to exclude the Town of Mamaroneck and other communities that have adopted the Community Choice Aggregation green choice from paying a surcharge for the support of upstate nuclear power plants. The communities that have adopted the green choice have responded to the Governor’s renewing the Energy Vision policy by choosing a renewable energy source and should not be subject to subsidizing nuclear power. The Town Board added approval of this resolution to the regular agenda for this evening. NEW BUSINESS The Town discussed the outlawing of firearms legislation set this evening for a Public Hearing. The Town has received public feedback, notably from David Berkowitz, an attorney for the National Rifle Association (NRA) questioning whether the law goes too far. Specifically, the example of a resident carrying a legally firearm walking through the Town owned parking lot would be in violation of this law. Mr. Maker advised the Board that this may be a legitimate point. The Board discussed opening the public hearing, but not voting on this legislation until the public comments are heard and possible changes are made to the legislation. Councilwoman Elkind Eney discussed the early morning swim program at the Hommocks Pool. There are two groups, a Master’s Program and a Recreational Program. The early morning swim program is operating at a deficit. The Recreation Commission is considering ending the early morning swim program. Members of the early morning swim program have been vocal in their opposition to ending the program, and some members have suggested that participants pay the added charges. Additionally, a Survey Monkey went out to the program participants to ascertain their ‘appetite’ for added fees. The Recreation Commission will discuss the results of the survey at their next meeting. Supervisor Seligson will call the vocal participants, but the Board feels it’s best for the Commission to work through the process. Mr. Altieri and Mr. Maker brought to the Town Board’s attention an issue with the amount of rent being charged tenants in the Cambium who are renting under the affordable housing agreement. The Town believes they are being charged too much. The Town has discussed measures if the Developer does not comply. Mr. Maker has spoken to the Developer’s attorney advising them that their client is not in compliance with the Covenant. Mr. Maker feels the attorney understood the seriousness and would make this known to their client. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Seligson at 8:15 PM, she then pointed out the location of the exits. Supervisor Seligson noted that the Town Board met for a worksession beginning at 5:00 o’clock this evening, adding this is an open meeting that all residents’ are welcomed to attend. 2 January 18, 2017 SUPERVISOR’S SUMMARY REPORT With the start of the New Year, and in a continuing effort to better communicate with you, I would like to remind all Town residents to give us their email addresses and to sign up for Swift 911. This will allow the Town to communicate with you about emergencies, weather, road closings, programs, and important Town news. Please go to the website, www.townofmamaroneckny.org to sign up. The revised 2017 Sanitation Brochure was mailed out and you all should have received it at home. We hope that the format makes it easier to read and find the information you’re looking for. Unfortunately, we forgot to include three important collection efforts in the brochure. One is that you can now recycle textiles, shoes and leather such as handbags and belts at the Recycling Center at Maxwell Avenue. Secondly, the Furniture Sharehouse has a trailer at the Recycling Center for your used furniture that meets their requirements. Thirdly, you can bring your used vegetable oil to the Town Yard where it will used to heat the mechanics area of the shop. So, clothes, shoes, leather goods, furniture and vegetable oil are all recyclable. I’m happy to report that the Town and the Village of Mamaroneck and the Town of Rye, jointly received a NY State Bridges grant for $2.8 million to repair the Hillside Avenue Bridge. The bridge is in the Village of Mamaroneck, but according to State law, Towns are responsible for major repairs of bridges in villages. The Hillside Avenue Bridge spans the boundary between the Town of Mamaroneck and the Town of Rye in the Village of Mamaroneck. The whole arrangement is terribly confusing, but the good news is that we received a large grant to fix it. Sustainable Westchester held its annual member meeting today at the County Center that was well attended. They presented updates on the Community Choice Aggregation or Westchester Power program, the Municipal Solar Buyers Group, Solarize and Electric Vehicles. The Westchester Power program has resulted in savings of over $1.5 million for Westchester County Con Ed territory customers since the beginning. CITIZEN’S COMMENTS Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone in the audience would like to address the Board on anything other than what is set for a Public Hearing. Theodore Schultz, a resident of Alden Road addressed the Board. He questions why the Westchester Joint Water Works cannot do on line billing. They have the technology to do drive by meter reading, they should have ability for electronic billing. Supervisor Seligson stated she would make the Westchester Joint Water Works aware of his comments. PUBLIC HEARING – “Outlawing Firearms on or in Town-owned or Town-leased Property or Buildings” Law The following Notice of Public Hearing is entered into the record as follows: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Section 130 of the Town Law of the State of New York, and pursuant to a resolution of the Mamaroneck Town Board adopted on January 9, 2017 a Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 8:00 PM or as soon thereafter as is possible at the VFW Lodge, 1288 Boston Post Road Larchmont, New York to consider to consider: “Outlawing Firearms on or in Town-owned or Town-leased Property or Buildings” Law. The Town Board is aware of the sad reality currently plaguing our country of shootings, often fatal, of innocent persons. While the Town Board recognizes that it cannot solve this problem, it also recognizes that there is no need for persons, other than specific officers and personnel, to carry firearms on, or in Town-owned or Town-leased property or buildings. This law makes it illegal for persons, other than those permitted to do so by this law, to bring firearms onto such property. The full text of this law can be viewed on the website or copies can be obtained at the Town Clerk's office during regular hours, Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, In June, July and August until 4:00 PM at 740 W. Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, NY 3 January 18, 2017 PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that at the Public Hearing all persons interested will be given an opportunity to be heard and that all persons are invited to submit written comments at or prior thereto. BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK CHRISTINA BATTALIA TOWN CLERK Published: January 13, 2017 Supervisor Seligson stated that the Town has already received comments from the public, adding that this is not a finished product at this point, and therefore, the Town Board plans to open the public hearing and close it without voting on this legislation. Supervisor Seligson asked those individuals who wish to speak, that they put their names down and the Board will call them in order. On motion of Councilwoman Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the Public Hearing was unanimously opened. Rich Ruggerio, of 105 Laurel Ave, mistakenly spoke regarding the Thompson Street & Laurel Avenue legislation. Garret Galimi, of 111 Laurel Avenue, believes in the Second Amendment and is opposed to this legislation. Tom Heslin, of 39 Edgewood Ave, believes removing legal firearms from Town Buildings actually opens up more dangers for the public. Pat Coppolecchia, of 480 Mamaroneck Avenue, stated she is not a resident but works in the Village of Mamaroneck. She had a number of objections/comments. She objects to Hommocks Park Apartments inclusion in law, she believes this law is a violation of the Fourteenth Amendment. Charles Deshensky, of 169 Mt. Pleasant Avenue, and present on behalf of retired Police Officers believes it is absurd that retired Officers cannot carry in Town buildings. Lisa Selvaggio, 4 Orchard Place, Harrison, questioned why a fully vetted individual who has passed extensive clearance to carry firearms should be denied access to Town Buildings. Aaron Woodin, of 25 Lake Street, White Plains, stated he was against this legislation for many of the reason already mentioned. Scott Sommaulk, President of Westchester County Firearms Owners Association (WCFOA). Mr. Sommaulk read from prepared comments. In summary he stated that this legislation is very loosely written and exposes the Town to a lawsuit if enacted. Mark Lane, stated he and his children are sports shooters, his son competitively. Often his car has legally registered guns when they travel to and from competitions, adding that all Town Roads are Town property, so someone would be in violation simply for driving through town. He also is a constitutional lawyer and he too stated that the law as written will open the Town up to lawsuits. Mario Muollo, Vice President of WCFOA, stated that this law is mostly about feelings, and his personal opinion is it violates federal and state laws. Joseph McElhinney, of 7 Judson Street, thinks this is ‘a feel good law’ that will not actually do any good, adding there is a laundry list of shootings in gun free zones. Mr. McElhinney noted a book by John Lot which makes the argument that the more guns you have in a community the less gun violence you have. Robert DiVincenzo, Board Member of the WCFOA, reiterated many points made by previous speakers. Mark Malloy, stated that this law is a quandary for legal gun owners in an area where established municipal boundary lines are very often difficult to know. 4 January 18, 2017 Lou Zaccio, stated that however well-intentioned this law may be, it sets out to restrict the rights of legal gun carriers. The Town Board and the speakers discussed the legislative meaning of a ‘gun free zone’. Supervisor Seligson stated that the Town will take all comments into consideration and determine if and how the Town Board will go forward. On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the Public Hearing was unanimously closed. PUBLIC HEARING – Creation of an Accessible Parking Space on Copley Road” Law The following Notice of Public Hearing is entered into the record as follows: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Section 130 of the Town Law of the State of New York, and pursuant to a resolution of the Mamaroneck Town Board adopted on January 9, 2017 a Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 8:00 PM or as soon thereafter as is possible at the VFW Lodge, 1288 Boston Post Road Larchmont, New York to consider: “Creation of an Accessible Parking Space on Copley Road” Law. There shall be one (1) accessible parking space on the north side of Copley Road, located approximately one hundred (100) feet from the intersection of Copley Road and Alden Road. The full text of this law can be viewed on the website or copies can be obtained at the Town Clerk's office during regular hours, Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, In June, July and August until 4:00 PM at 740 W. Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, NY PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that at the Public Hearing all persons interested will be given an opportunity to be heard and that all persons are invited to submit written comments at or prior thereto. BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK CHRISTINA BATTALIA TOWN CLERK Published: January 13, 2017 On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the Public Hearing was unanimously opened. Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone which to speak regarding this legislation. Pat Allen, of 5 Copley Road addressed the Board. Ms. Allen first asked for clarification as to the location of the accessible space, and how this came about. Ms. Allen is concerned that there is an overall lack of parking and if more residents come forward with requests for parking, specifically more overnight, she would not be in favor of that. Tim Cannon, also of Copley Road, did not directly address the Board, but stated he agreed with Pat Allen’s concerns. The Town Board assured her Ms. Allen and Mr. Cannon that this was not the beginning of more overnight parking on Copley Road. This addresses a need for an accessible parking space, one currently not provided for on the street, or in the Alden Apartment parking lot. On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the Public Hearing was unanimously closed 5 January 18, 2017 On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the followed local law was adopted: Local Law No 2-2017 This local law shall be known as the “Creation of an Accessible Parking Space on Copley Road” Law. BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck as follows: Section 1 – Purpose. The purpose of this local law is to create an accessible parking space on Copley Road. Section 2 – Creation of an accessible parking space on Copley Road There shall be one (1) accessible parking space on the north side of Copley Road, located approximately one hundred (100) feet from the intersection of Copley Road and Alden Road. Section 3 – Signs to be erected and painting to be done An appropriate sign or signs shall be erected on the north side of Copley Road indicating the location of the accessible parking space. If deemed appropriate by the Superintendent of Highways, the accessible parking space also may be painted to indicate the accessible parking space. Section 4 – Severability Should any court of competent jurisdiction declare any provision of this Local Law invalid or unconstitutional, such declaration of unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect any other provisions of this Local Law, which may be implemented without the invalid or unconstitutional provisions. Section 5 – Effective Date This Local Law shall become effective on the date that it is filed in the office of the Secretary of State. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Murphy Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Seligson Aye PUBLIC HEARING – “Restriction on Parking on Thompson Street and Laurel Avenue” Law The following Notice of Public Hearing is entered into the record as follows: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Section 130 of the Town Law of the State of New York, and pursuant to a resolution of the Mamaroneck Town Board adopted on January, 9, 2017 a Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 8:00 PM or as soon thereafter as is possible at the VFW Lodge, 1288 Boston Post Road Larchmont, New York to consider: “Restriction on Parking on Thompson Street and Laurel Avenue” Law. Commuters continue to park on Thompson Street and Laurel Avenue to the detriment of the neighborhood. To relieve that intrusion upon the peace and tranquility of the residents, the Town Board has decided to prohibit parking for two hours per day (one hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon) on weekdays on these streets. 6 January 18, 2017 The full text of this law can be viewed on the website or copies can be obtained at the Town Clerk's office during regular hours, Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, In June, July and August until 4:00 PM at 740 W. Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, NY PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that at the Public Hearing all persons interested will be given an opportunity to be heard and that all persons are invited to submit written comments at or prior thereto. BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK CHRISTINA BATTALIA TOWN CLERK Published: January 13, 2017 On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the Public Hearing was unanimously opened. Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone which to speak regarding this legislation. Matt McCauley, a resident of Laurel Avenue addressed the Board. Mr. McCauley was one of the residents who originally brought this issue to the Traffic Committee. He thanked the Board for moving forward with this Legislation. On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the Public Hearing was unanimously closed. On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the following Local law was approved: Local Law No 3-2017 This local law shall be known as the “Restriction on Parking on Thompson Street and Laurel Avenue” Law. BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck Section 1 – Purpose: Commuters continue to park on Thompson Street and Laurel Avenue to the detriment of the neighborhood. To relieve that intrusion upon the peace and tranquility of the residents, the Town Board has decided to prohibit parking for two hours per day (one hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon) on weekdays on these streets. Section 2 – Regulation of Parking on Thompson Street: (a)No motor vehicle shall be parked on the east side of Thompson Street between the hours of 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM (prevailing time) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays of each week. (b)No motor vehicle shall be parked on the west side of Thompson Street between the hours of 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM (prevailing time) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays of each week. Section 3 – Regulation of Parking on Laurel Avenue: (a)No motor vehicle shall be parked on the north side of Laurel Avenue from its commencement at Thompson Street to its dead end between the hours of 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM (prevailing time) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays of each week. (b)No motor vehicle shall be parked on the south side of Laurel Avenue from its commencement at Thompson Street to its dead end between the hours of 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM (prevailing time) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays of each week. 7 January 18, 2017 Section 4 –Holidays excluded: This law shall not apply on holidays. Section 5 – Sign(s) to be Erected and Painting to be Done: An appropriate sign or signs shall be erected on and/or above, and/or striping shall be painted on the surfaces of Thompson Street and Laurel Avenue indicating where and when parking is prohibited by this law. Section 6 – Severability: Should any provision of this Local Law be declared invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such declaration of unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect any other provisions of this Local Law, which may be implemented without the invalid or unconstitutional provisions. Section 7 – Effective Date: This Local Law shall become effective upon filing with the Secretary of State. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Murphy Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Seligson Aye BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Seligson, and then on motion of Commissioner Elkind Eney, seconded by Commissioner Murphy, the Board of Fire Commissioners was unanimously declared open. Present were the following Members of the Commission: Commissioner: Nancy Seligson Commissioner: Ernest C. Odierna Commissioner: Abby Katz Commissioner: Jaine Elkind Eney Commissioner: Thomas A. Murphy 1. FIRE CLAIMS On motion of Commissioner Odierna, seconded by Commissioner Murphy, it was RESOLVED that this Commission hereby authorizes payment of the following Fire Department Claims as approved by the Fire Chief and audited by the Comptroller’s Office: VENDOR DESCRIPTION AMOUNT AAA Emergency Supply Co. RIT- Replacement, Akron-Mercury Quick Attack Monitor, 2.5" Gate Valve, Hydrotest/Rechg. 4122.00 Amazon Aquastick & Genuine Hum, Nike men's Dri-Fit 258.05 AT & T Mobility Wireless Service 11/12/16 - 12/11/16 362.28 Arborn Printing & Graphics Business Cards - Shaun Hughes 75.00 Brady, Melissa Sew on 2 Patches, purchase flag patch 6.56 Brewers BRZ STL Hose hanger, Halo bulb, Foam tape 28.74 Cablevision Cable Services for 12/23/16 - 1/22/16 212.70 Con Edison Fire HQ Gas Svc 11/30 - 12/30/16 772.40 8 January 18, 2017 DiMuro Awards LLC Jade acryllic, laser engraving 130.05 Galls, LLC TEK3 Female 4 pocket trousers 54.99 Goosetown Communications USB Progr. Cable, DMR Port Prog Cable, Batt. Impres NiMh 2100 mAh, Progr of Radios, Pagers 858.24 Granger Building Supplies 488.56 KVI Uniforms & Equipment Career Staff Uniforms 2426.25 Nick Bruno Electrical, LLC Supply & install a Led Spot light on rear side exterior of the building 1475.00 NYS Association of Fire Chiefs 2017 Yearly Dues 175.00 OSP Fire Protection Inspection Fire System 175.00 Physio-Control , Inc. LP 500 Battery 260.69 Proftech LLC Paper, Office Supplies 253.10 Ready Refresh Rental for Water Coolers at FD HQ 11/19-12/18/16 114.96 Sound Shore Pest Exterminating Services on 12/27/16 65.00 SG Fire Protection Kitchen hood cleaning 350.00 Town of Mam'k Fire Dept. Special Fast Drill, Special OSHA Drill Supplies 12/22 & 12/14/16 603.80 Tony's Nursery Inc. Fertilizer 59.98 Uni First Corp. Cleaning supplies for building 12/16, 12/23, 12/30/16 250.95 United Overhead Door Corp Repair overhead door, adjust clutch, reset door 340.57 Verizon Fire HQ Svc 12/10 - 1/09/17 237.32 Villa Maria Pizza Food For Fast Drill 12/27/16 134.56 V F I S LOSAP-LIFE Insurance Renewal 1/1/17 - 12/31/17 48969.76 Westch Joint Water Works 205 Weaver ST Chgs 9/1 - 12/1/16 403.87 Total: $63,665.38 The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Commissioner Murphy Aye Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye Commissioner Katz Aye Commissioner Odierna Aye Commissioner Seligson Aye 2.Other Fire Department Business Commissioner Elkind Eney was asked by Chief Tortorella to make an request that residents please make every effort to clear away snow from fire hydrant in front of your homes. There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Commissioner Murphy, seconded by Commissioner Odierna, the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board reconvened. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointments to Boards and Commissions BOARD OF ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Ken Ricci be reappointed as Member C of the Board of Architectural Review, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Joseph Shein be reappointed as Member D of the Board of Architectural Review, and 9 January 18, 2017 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be effective (A) immediately upon the appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York Town Law and (B) shall expire on December 31, 2019, and BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED, that Edward Jacobson shall serve as Chairperson of the Board of Architectural Review for the year 2017. BOARD OF ASSESSMENT REVIEW On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilman Murphy, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Eve Neuman be reappointed as Member D of the Board of Assessment Review, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be effective immediately upon the appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York Town Law and shall expire on September 30, 2021, and BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED, that Eve Neuman shall serve as Chair of the Board of Assessment Review for the year 2017. COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Tara Anderson be reappointed as a Member of the Coastal Zone Management Commission, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be effective immediately upon the appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York Town Law and shall expire on August 30, 2019, and BOARD OF ETHICS On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Theodore Hecht be reappointed to the position of Member C of the Board of Ethics; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Martin Ronan be reappointed to the position of Member D of the Board of Ethics; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be effective immediately upon the appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York Town Law and shall expire on December 31, 2019, and BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED, that Martin Ronan shall serve as the Chairperson of the Board of Ethics for the year 2017. 10 January 18, 2017 HOUSING AUTHORITY On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Caroline Silverstone be reappointed to the position of Member D of the Housing Authority; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointment shall be effective immediately upon the appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York Town Law and shall expire on December 31, 2021; and PLANNING BOARD On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Ralph Engel shall serve as Chairperson of the Planning Board for the year 2017, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Elizabeth Cooney shall serve as Vice Chairperson of the Planning Board for the year 2017. SUSTAINABILITY COLLABORATIVE On motion of Supervisor Seligson, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Elizabeth Radow be reappointed as Member D of the Sustainability Collaborative, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Michele Lewis be reappointed as Member E of the Sustainability Collaborative, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Stephen Moser be reappointed as Member F of the Sustainability Collaborative, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be effective immediately upon the appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York Town Law and shall expire on December 31, 2019, and BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED, that Mitch Green shall serve as Chairperson of the Sustainability Collaborative for the year 2017. TRAFFIC COMMITTEE On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Doris Block be reappointed to the position of Member D of the Town of Mamaroneck Traffic Committee, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Robin Nichinsky be appointed as Member C, of the Town of Mamaroneck Traffic Committee, to complete the unexpired term of Linnet Tse, and BE IT, FURTHER 11 January 18, 2017 RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be effective immediately upon the appointees taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York Town Law and shall expire on December 31, 2019, and BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED, that Doris Block shall serve as the Chairperson of the Traffic Committee for the year 2017. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Arthur Wexler shall serve as Chairperson of the Zoning Board of Appeals for the year 2017. 2. Designation – information security Officer On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the following was approved, WHEREAS, pursuant to NYS Information Security Breach Act of 2005, NYS General Business Law section 899aa, NYS Cyber Security Policy P03-002, the Town of Mamaroneck Security Policy and PCI Compliance Assessment Questionnaire D Attestation of Compliance for Merchants, the Town of Mamaroneck is required to designate an Information Security Officer to be responsible for the security of all electronic information; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby designates Rosalind Cimino as Information Security Officer. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Murphy Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Seligson Aye 3. Report of Bids / Award of Contract – Contract TA-13-16 Furnishing Police Uniforms On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the following was approved, WHEREAS, on December 13, 2017, the Town publically opened and read one (1) bid for Contract TA-13-16 Furnishing Police Uniforms. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby accept the bid and awards Contract TA-13-16 Furnishing Police Uniforms, to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all of the Town’s requirements, New England Uniforms, to provide Police Uniforms for the years 2017 and 2018 at the following prices: 2017 2018 Total Uniform Price per $540.98 $544.98 Officer And 12 January 18, 2017 BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said contract on behalf of the Town. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Murphy Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Seligson Aye 4. Resolution – NYS Retirement Reporting – Deputy Town Clerk On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board hereby establishes the following as a standard work day for a newly appointed officials and reports the following days worked to the New York State and Local Employees’ Retirement System based on the record of activities maintained and submitted by this individual, and recertified where applicable, to the Town Clerk of this body: Title Name Social Registration Standard Term Begins/Ends Participates In Days/Month Security Number Work Employer’s (based on on Number Day Time Keeping record of (last 4 System (Y/N) activities) digits) Deputy Town Laura 7 * 6/1/2016 thru N 18.73 Clerk DeMuro 12/31/2019 * Term set forth as per direction of NYS Retirement System and established for purposes of this report ONLY. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Murphy Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Seligson Aye 5. Salary Authorization – Part-time and Seasonal Employees for 2017 On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman Murphy, it was RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the 2017 Part-time, Seasonal and Part-time Availability Salary Schedule as follows: Town of Mamaroneck Recreation Department 2017 Part-Time Availability & Seasonal Staff Salary Schedule 13 January 18, 2017 Hommocks Day Camp Director $8,000 – $12,500/season Assistant Director $4,600 – $7,500/season Unit Leaders $2,800 – $6,700/season Specialists/EMT $2,200 – $5,600/season Counselors/Lifeguards $1,500 – $4,000/season Custodian $1,000 - $4,000/season Hommocks Day Camp Breakfast Club & Extended Day Director $1,000 – $3,500/season Specialists $ 800 – $1,400/season Counselors $1,200 – $1,600/season Camp Monroe Director $4,000 – $5,800/season Assistant Director $2,800 – $4,200/season Unit Leaders $1,500 – $3,200/season Specialists/EMT $1,500 – $4,500/season Counselors $1,000 – $3,500/season Pre School Camp & Extended Day Director $3,800 – $5,800/season Assistant Director $2,600 – $4,200/season Unit Leaders $1,200 – $3,200/season Specialists/EMT $1,200 – $4,500/season Counselors $ 800 – $3,000/season Hommocks Pool Managers/CPO $16.00 - $30.00/hr Lifeguard $7.75 - $16.00/hr Key Attendant $7.50 - $16.00/hr Swim Instructor $12.00 - $60.00/hr Early Morning Swim Lifeguards $25.00 - $30.00/session Matron/Custodian $14.00 - $18.00/hr Head Coach $9,000 - $12,000/season Assistant Coach $2,100 - $6,000/season Diving Coach $4,500 - $7,000/season Aqua Jog/Aqua Zumba Instructor $50.00 - $80.00/session Program Instructors Kayak Instructor $15.00 - $30.00/hr Paddleboard Instructor $50.00 - $85.00/hr Cooking Instructor $45.00 - $55.00/hr Dance Instructor $50.00 - $75.00/hr Art Instructor $50.00 - $75.00/hr Music/Movement Instructor $50.00 - $75.00/hr Fashion/Sewing/Beading Instructor $70.00 - $120.00/hr Fencing Instructor $15.00 - $60.00/hr Fitness Instructor $50.00 - $75.00/hr Volleyball Instructor $40.00 - $80.00/hr Men’s Basketball Instructor $40.00 - $80.00/hr Ice Hockey Instructor $ 8.00 - $30.00/hr Ice Hockey Director $40.00 - $75.00/hr Ice Rink Alternate Manager $16.00 - $30.00/hr Cashier $14.00 - $20.00/hr Custodian $14.00 - $20.00/hr Skate Guard $ 9.00 - $14.00/hr Skate Room Attendant $ 9.00 - $14.00/hr Floor Change Over $20.00 - $40.00/hr Skating School Skating School Director $17,000 - $20,000/season Skating School Instructors $ 8.00 - $21.00/hr 14 January 18, 2017 Memorial Park Park Attendant $12.00 - $16.00/hr Miscellaneous Crossing Guard - Concerts $60.00 - $70.00/event Crossing Guard - Schools $60.00 - $65.00/day Intermediate Account Clerk $12.00 - $20.00/hr Office Assistant $10.00 - $30.00/hr Laborer $10.00 - $20.00/hr The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Murphy Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Seligson Aye 6. Declaration of Surplus Equipment On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the following was approved, WHEREAS, pursuant to NYS Information Security Breach Act of 2005, NYS General Business Law section 899aa, NYS Cyber Security Policy P03-002 and PCI Compliance Assessment Questionnaire D Attestation of Compliance for Merchants, the Town of Mamaroneck is required to designate an Information Security Officer to be responsible for the security of all electronic information; and WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck Town Board has determined that these items, which are listed on the attached schedule should be disposed of accordingly, either by sale or by payment by the Town for disposal or by other means of disposal available to the Town. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby authorizes the disposal of its outdated computers through the Town’s Sanitation’s services for disposal into Westchester County’s E-Waste Recycling Program.. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all physical hard drives will be removed and disposed of as per NYS Cyber Security Policy P03-002 and the Town of Mamaroneck Security Policy to protect the Town’s information assets. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Murphy Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Seligson Aye 7. Consideration of Certiorari On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following tax certiorari on the following terms: NY Dealer Stations LLC 976 Mamaroneck Avenue Section/Block/Lot: 8-16-9 Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck 15 January 18, 2017 Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment 2011 $ 33,300 $ 3,860 $ 29,440 2012 $ 33,300 NO REDUCTION NO CHANGE 2013 $1,600,000 NO REDUCTION NO CHANGE 2014 $1,600,000 NO REDUCTION NO CHANGE 2015 $1,600,000 NO REDUCTION NO CHANGE 2016 $1,600,000 NO REDUCTION NO CHANGE The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Murphy Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Seligson Aye 8. Adoption – Cyber Security Policy On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby adopt the Cyber Security Policy as prepared by the Town’s IT Director. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Murphy Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Seligson Aye 9. Resolution – Opposing Public Service Commission Nuclear Subsidy Rate Hike On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman Murphy, the following was approved, WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck is one of 20 municipalities in Westchester County that joined the Community Choice Aggregation (“CCA”) program (also known as Westchester Power) managed by Sustainable Westchester Inc. under New York State’s Reforming the Energy Vision (“REV”) strategy; and WHEREAS, CCA allows Westchester municipalities to contract directly with energy suppliers to realize bulk discounts on retail rates for their residents and small businesses, and to choose power from non-renewable or renewable sources; and WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck along with thirteen other municipalities in Westchester County further chose to purchase 100% renewable power under the CCA program (the “CCA Renewable Option”); and WHEREAS, as a result of these choices, individual residents and small businesses in the Town of Mamaroneck, unless they specifically opt out of the program, promote the purchase of 100% renewable power paying additionally for Renewable Energy Credits (“RECs”); and WHEREAS, the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) under the Tier 3 portion of orders issued on August 1, 2016 and November 17, 2016 (the “Tier 3 Rate Hike Orders”) imposes rate hikes for Town of Mamaroneck residents and small business to support aging nuclear plants; in essence paying RECs for nuclear energy; and WHEREAS, there should be no subsidies for any generating plants including nuclear. If plants cannot deliver electricity at a reasonable cost they should not be compensated by taxpayers or ratepayers. In any event, the people and businesses of the Town of Mamaroneck should not have to pay additional monies for subsidies, RECs, on nuclear power when they are already paying additionally for RECs through 100% of their energy needs; and 16 January 18, 2017 WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck has demonstrated to the fullest extent its support for and commitment to REV and the State’s renewable energy goals. To require Town of Mamaroneck ratepayers enrolled in the CCA Renewable Option to pay additional subsidies is inequitable and is contrary to REV and the State’s focus on renewable energy. NOW THEREFORE the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby petitions the PSC to exempt all Town of Mamaroneck and Westchester County ratepayers participating in the CCA Renewable Option from the Tier 3. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Supervisor is authorized and requested to issue this Resolution as certified by the Town Clerk to Governor Andrew Cuomo, Chair Audrey Zibelman, County Executive Robert Astorino, State Senator George Latimer and State Assemblyman Steve Otis. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Murphy Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Seligson Aye WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None REPORT OF COUNCIL The Town Board Members reported on their various activities and meetings since the last Town Board Meeting. ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 10:00 PM ________________________________ Submitted by Christina Battalia, Town Clerk 17