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January 25, 2018
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON JANUARY 25, 2018, BEGINNING AT 5:00PM
IN CONFERENCE ROOM A AND CONTINUING AT 8:00 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE
TOWN CENTER, 740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
PRESENT: Supervisor Nancy Seligson
Councilwoman Abby Katz
Councilwoman Jaine Elkind Eney
Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman
Councilman Jeffery L. King
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.
Review - Hommocks Kayak Launch Study
The Town Board reviewed a report by Reichgott Engineering, contracted by the Town to do a feasibility
study. The conclusion of the report and the opinion of Reichgott Engineering “is that locating a Kayak
Launch along the Hommocks Park shoreline is technically possible but impractical”. Supervisor Seligson
noted that the report determines that it’s impractical because the area has very little water for four hours
each tidal cycle at low tide. In fact, at dead low tide, the area has no water and is dry. The area needs to be
dredged in order to reclaim a navigable channel. Dredging would be very costly. One way to use the area
would be to post signs with tidal information informing kayakers of the conditions. Supervisor Seligson said
she would like to look for examples of this kind of usage at other sites. Overall this particular site if chosen
would be a long range and extensive project. The Board would like to pursue a Kayak Launch but other
areas may need to be considered and researched.
Review - 2018 Capital Projects Program
The Town Board reviewed the 2018 Capital Project Schedule. Approval of the schedule is on the regular
agenda for this evening. The details of the Capital Project Schedule were provided in a report to the Town
Board dated November 22, 2017, and reviewed and discussed at previous Town Board worksessions.
Review - IMA - Sewer System Improvement Project
Supervisor Seligson gave a brief summary of the project for the benefit of the new Town Board members.
The Town Board reviewed a memo from Mr. Altieri dated January 19, 2018, also detailing the project, and
specifically the second phase of the project. The second phase addresses the agreement with Westchester
County that the Consortium make all necessary repairs to the Sanitary Sewer System as identified in the
Sewer System Evaluation Study (SSES). The Consortium would like to continue to retain GHD Engineering,
who was originally contracted to conduct the SSES, to provide design, construction and grant management.
Approval of the Intermunicipal Agreement approving the contract with GHD Engineering is on the regular
agenda for this evening.
Review - IMA - Sustainable Westchester
Supervisor Seligson gave background information and an update. The Town Board was provided with a
letter from Sustainable Westchester’s Program Director, Ron Kamen, discussing and outlining Sustainable
Westchester’s Clean Transportation Project (SWCTP). The newest aim of the SWCTP is to “secure
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aggregation discounts for more of the 40+ EVs on the market today – and to expand the program to EV and
Plug-In-Hybrid EV trucks, busses as well as landscaping equipment.” The Board discussed the details of the
Intermunicipal Agreement and moved its approval to the regular agenda this evening as added item
number nine.
Update - Meeting with School District - Re: Classroom Space
Supervisor Seligson spoke of the crisis involving the over population of the School District. She noted the
recent public meetings the School District held, adding that the residents’ are very upset and concerned..
Supervisor Seligson noted that she has spoken to some residents who asked that the Town “do something
about this”. Supervisor Seligson has responded to these residents and will address this in her Supervisor’s
Report this evening and in her upcoming January 2018 E-Newsletter. Additionally, the School Board has
asked the Town’s help by using the Town’s distribution list to provide information to the residents.
ADDED ITEM – Superior’s Updates
Supervisor Seligson announced that she has been appointed Chair of the WJWW Board of Directors, and
Co-Chair of Sustainable Westchester. Supervisor Seligson noted that she and Steve Altieri were invited to
meet with the owner and attorney for Hampshire Country Club, Dan Pfeffer and Susan Goldberger.
Supervisor Seligson stated that it seemed to be the intention of the Club to bring the Town up to date on
their proposed development, adding that the Draft Environmental Impact Statement is now before the
Village of Mamaroneck Planning Board.
Supervisor Seligson and Connie Green O’Donnell met with resident Linda Banta, MHS Director of Special
Ed, Director of Special Ed Enhancement Programs and Special Ed Guidance Counselor to discuss possible job
internships in the Town for MHS students with disabilities. Supervisor Seligson and Steve Altieri recently
met with the Library Finance Committee to discuss the Library Budget, adding that the Library Budget will
be sent to the Town Board Members in anticipation of the upcoming joint meeting with the Library Board
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of Trustees and the Village of Larchmont Trustees on February 5 beginning at 6:00 PM at Village Hall.
Update - 1 - 3 Dillon Road
Mr. Altieri updated the Town Board on the closing of the building by the owner. Although damage was
located in one half of the building there are issues that have come to light that affect the whole building.
There is extensive work to be done on the building and the owner is in the midst of hiring a contractor.
Most residents have been successfully relocated, with help from the Town’s Community Services. Mr.
Altieri noted that there are discussions taking place with the owners and Westchester County with respect
to a change of ownership leading to affordable housing. The Town Board noted that these discussions are
very promising.
Update - Town Signs - Town Center, VFW, Ice Rink
The Town Board reviewed updated renderings for the new Town signage. There were a few minor changes.
Update - Town Planning Board Activities
Councilwoman Elkind Eney spoke of the proposed teardown on Carleon Avenue that is currently before the
Planning Board. The home is currently on a preexisting non-conforming lot so the owner will need a
variance to continue. Councilwoman Elkind Eney noted the concern of the Planning Board that the current
residential site plan statute does not address all of the potential problems. Discussion has reemerged for
the need to review the Floor Area Ratio law, and or a review of contextual zoning. Mr. Maker also updated
the Town Board on the Article 78 proceeding regarding Vine Road.
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Discussion - Proposed Legislation - Number of Members - Planning Board
The Town Board continued their discussion of reducing the total number of Planning Board Members from
seven to five. During previous discussions it was thought that the Town could not make this change until
2019, but additional research finds that the Town can move forward with this change.
Review - Proposed Lease Amendment – LMCTV
The Town Board reviewed the lease agreement that is on the regular agenda this evening for approval. Mr.
Altieri addressed the timing of LMCTV’s planned relocation to the Town Center. LMCTV is currently in the
process of making changes to the third floor space.
Review - Traffic Committee Recommendations from January 10, 2018 Meeting
The Town Board reviewed the Traffic Committee’s recommendation, as well as the Police Department’s, to
maintain the speed limit of 25 mph on Murray Avenue, and 20 mph within the school zone. The 20 mph
school speed zone would be consistent with the other school in the district. Mr. Maker was asked to draft
proposed legislation.
ADDED ITEM
The Town Clerk was given the Town Board Liaison Assignments for Boards and Commissions as follows:
Councilwoman Katz will be liaison to the Board of Assessment Review, the Traffic Committee and
LMCTV
Councilwoman Elkind Eney will be liaison to the Recreation Commission, the Fire Council and the
Zoning Board of Appeals
Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman will be liaison to the Board of Ethics, the Planning Board, the
Coastal Zone Management Commission and the Housing Authority
If confirmed, Jeffery King will be liaison to the Board of Architectural Review, the Sustainability
Collaborative and the Library Board
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the Board unanimously agreed
to enter into an Executive Session to discuss the appointments to the Boards and Commissions.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the Board unanimously
agreed to invite Jeffery King into the Executive Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Appointments to Boards and Commissions
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman, the Board unanimously
agreed to resume the Regular Meeting.
CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING
The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Seligson at
8:00 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.
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APPOINTMENT OF TOWN BOARD MEMBER
Supervisor Seligson stated that the Town Board has an individual whom the Town Board would like to vote
to appoint as a Town Board Member. Supervisor Seligson stated that the Town Board has been pursuing
this effort for several months by publicizing the position, asking for resumes of interested residents and
conducting interviews. The Town Board received seven resumes and met five times to discuss and meet
individually with each of the excellent candidates. Supervisor Seligson gave background information on
Jeffery L. King, giving highlights of his experience and participation in the community. This evening it is the
Town Board’s intention to make a motion for Mr. King’s appointment.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby appoint Jeffery Lloyd King to the
position of Town Councilman, to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Thomas A.
Murphy, 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.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
Mr. King thanked the Town Board for their vote of confidence, he thanked his family for their support and
he looks forward to serving the community this coming year.
Mr. King was then sworn in to office by Town Clerk Christina Battalia.
CITIZEN’S COMMENTS
Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone in the audience would like to address the Board.
Mr. George Talt, representing Larchmont Gardens Civic Association addressed the Town Board, with
questions and comments from the Association. The Town Board and Mr. Altieri responded.
Mr. Talt noted that the Association is working with Elizabeth Paul on how the Association can help with
tree planting. The Association continues to hope that the Town will strengthen its tree removal laws.
Councilwoman Katz noted that she sent the current legislation to George Roniger, who had requested it.
The Association encourages homeowners living along the Brook to stop their landscapers from dumping
clippings along the Brook. The Association is looking for ways it can participate in Earth Day, and Supervisor
Seligson informed Mr. Talt about the cleanup events held by the Town and she will share that with the
Association. Mr. Talt asked for an update on the dredging at Gardens Lake, and the pathway around the
Lake. This was provided by Mr. Altieri. When the aerators are ready the Association would like to
coordinate an event with the Town. Mr. Talt asked for an update on the request for a sidewalk on East
Hickory Grove Drive. Mr. Altieri responded that it was not on the Capital project list for 2018. Finally, Mr.
Talt noted that residents are wondering what the Town is doing about coyotes. Supervisor Seligson
responded that coyotes seem to have become an issue in the community as their natural habitat is
diminished by development. The Town has contacted the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
and wildlife experts to solicit suggestions. Snare traps were recommended, but they can be inhumane and
trap small local animals and domestic pets as well. Physical relocation is another possibility, but is very
expensive. . Unfortunately, there is not a simple solution, and residents are encouraged to keep their small
animals inside and not to leave any food outside.
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SUPERVISOR’S SUMMARY REPORT
There is a lot to report on from the last three weeks. Most recently, we’ve received several phone
calls and emails regarding the latest school board meeting and outreach regarding school
population. We have been in communication with the school superintendent and school board
president for about a year and half on this issue. The school district administration has been very
surprised and worried about the increases in school population – none of which were predicted or
projected by their advisers and consultants. The Town Board has been sympathetic to the problem
and realizes how upsetting it is to residents.
As a matter of practice, the Town shares all of its development applications with the school district.
There has been no major development in the Town of Mamaroneck in the last ten years other than
the Cambium apartment building which is not yet fully occupied. We are working to get the
numbers of school children generated by the existing occupied apartments. It seems that much of
the increase in school population could be attributed to a transition in housing from empty nesters
in large houses to new families. We will stay apprised of the situation and help the school district in
any way we can.
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There was a fire at 1, 3 Dillon Road January 12 that caused the evacuation of the 40 units in the
building. Six people were taken to hospitals with smoke inhalation. The Red Cross set up a shelter
at the Senior Center/VFW for affected families. Most people found shelter with friends or family
members. The shelter was open for only one night and the people that needed additional help were
housed at local hotels for a few nights. The owner has closed the building for repairs, but allowed
residents the opportunity to gather belongings. It’s a difficult and sad situation for the residents. I
want to thank the TMFD, TMPD and VAC for their emergency and professional response. The fire
was knocked down quickly, the injured were transported to hospitals and order was restored. I
also want to thank local Red Cross residents Ed Merians and Mary Davis for leading the Red Cross
efforts. At the next meeting we will formally recognize three other individuals who were
tremendously helpful to the displaced families.
We had a pretty big snowstorm the day after our last TB meeting. The schools and Town Center
were closed. Thank you to the Town Highway Dept. for their unparalleled job at clearing the
streets. Residents really appreciate the Town’s Highway Depts. response to snow storms.
I had the opportunity to attend the swearing-in of our new County Executive, George Latimer. It
was a happy and hopeful event. I want to thank the Larchmont/Mamaroneck Human Rights
Committee for hosting their annual Martin Luther King Jr. event. Charles Blow, NY Times columnist
and CNN personality was the speaker at the full Hommocks Auditorium.
Sustainable Westchester, the nonprofit membership organization serving municipalities held its
annual member meeting. Westchester Power, the community choice aggregation program,
provides less expensive and more-green energy to residents is still running strong. The group will
focus on new areas of environmental value to municipalities in the coming year. I attended many
more events, but will let my colleagues report on them.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Seligson, and then on motion of Councilwoman Elkind
Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the Board of Fire Commissioners was unanimously declared open.
Present were the following Members of the Commission:
Commissioner: Nancy Seligson
Commissioner: Abby Katz
Commissioner: Jaine Elkind Eney
Commissioner: Sabrina Fiddelman
Commissioner: Jeffery L. King
1. FIRE CLAIMS
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was
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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. Mobile Bail Out Truck rental 250.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Scott Posi Check III Test/Calibration as per OSHA 1,925.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Equipment repairs 481.44
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Airpak Test & Re-Calibration, Inspected Fire System 354.50
Amazon Toilet Paper, Trash Bags,Scotch-Brite Heavy Duty Scrub, Tissues, Solo
Cups, Batteries HWC Police Security Black Leat, Timberland Men's Euro 957.52
Hike, Toter Residential, Office Dim.
Atlantic Westchester Inc. Work performed on Heating Unit 11/28/17 314.03
Atlantic Westchester Inc. HVAC Service & Maintenance Agreement 1/1/18 - 6/30/18 (Semi-Annual) 1,600.00
Byram Mason & Building Supp. Calcium Pellets 149.50
Chatsworth Cleaners Uniform Cleaning 12/1/17 - 12/31/17 28.00
Fire End & Croker Corp. Rope, Bag, Equipment 71.50
Galls, LLC Neoprene Gloves 19.29
Goosetown Enterprises, Inc. Antenna Whip 197.75
Home Depot Tools and Supplies FD HQ 301.72
NYS Assoc of Fire Chiefs 2018 Yearly Dues 175.00
R. G. Brewer Batteries 53.96
R. G. Brewer Building Supplies 26.12
Sound Shore Pest Control Exterminating Services 12/26/17 65.00
Sound Shore Chief's Assoc. Yearly Dues - 2018 300.00
Town of Mamaroneck PFFA Mattress Covers & Fans for Bedrooms, Bedroom Heaters 310.49
Town of Mam'k Fire Dept. KCH Creative - pictures 450.00
Town of Mam'k Fire Dept. Food for Bailout - Fenimore Deli & Dunkin Donuts 12/16/17 186.94
Town of Mam'k Fire Dept. Food for January Drill 1/6/18 65.36
Town of Mam'k Fire Dept. Food for Brewster Ladder visit 1/9/18, Food for Bailout Training 132.61
12/30/17
UniFirst Corporation Cleaning supplies for building 12/22, 12/29/17 135.70
UniFirst Corporation Cleaning supplies for building 1/5/18 & 1/12/18 122.00
Villa Maria Pizza January 2018 Dept. Drill - food 160.45
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Fast Drill 12/30/17 112.88
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Dept. Drill 12/12/17 160.45
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Explorer Drill 1/3/18 49.17
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Snow Storm 1/4/18 65.61
VF Imagewear, Inc. Uniform for Dean Vacchio 271.44
Verizon Fire HQ svc 12/10-1/9/18 249.50
VFIS LOSAP - Life Ins ADF, ACT, IDEP, USLF Prem. & CICA Prem. - 2018 55,231.96
WJWW Water Charges 12/31/17 - 3/31/18 100.00
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Total: 65,074.89
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner King Aye
Commissioner Fiddelman Aye
Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye
Commissioner Katz Aye
Commissioner Seligson Aye
2.Other Fire Department Business
Commissioner Elkind Eney noted that Fire Council met last week, with nothing specific to report.
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There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Councilwoman Katz,
seconded by Commissioner Sabrina Fiddelman, the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town
Board reconvened.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1.Appointments - Boards and Commissions
BOARD OF ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman Jeffery King, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that Diane Neff be reappointed as Member E of the Board of Architectural Review,
said term shall expire on December 31, 2020, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Edward Jacobson shall serve as Chairperson of the Board of Architectural
Reviewfor the year 2018, and
BE IT, FURTHER
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.
BOARD OF ASSESSMENT REVIEW
On motion of Councilman Jeffery King, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that Susan Batterton be reappointed as Member E of the Board of Assessment
Review, said term shall expire on September 30, 2022, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that John Donovan be reappointed as Alternate 1 of the Board of Assessment
Review, said term shall expire on September 30, 2022, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Eve Neuman shall serve as Chair of the Board of Assessment Review for the
year 2018, and
BE IT, FURTHER
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.
BOARD OF ETHICS
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that Carol Scharff be reappointed to the position of Member E of the Board of
Ethics, said term shall expire on December 31, 2020, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Robert Degen shall serve as the Chairperson of the Board of Ethics for the
year 2018, and
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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.
HOUSING AUTHORITY
On motion of Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that Dolores Battalia be reappointed to the position of Member E of the Housing
Authority, said tern shall expire on December 31, 2022, 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.
PLANNING BOARD
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that Ralph Engel shall serve as Chairperson of the Planning Board for the year
2018, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Elizabeth Cooney shall serve as Vice Chairperson of the Planning Board for the
year 2018.
BE IT, FURTHER
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.
RECREATION COMMISSION
On motion of Councilman Jeffery King, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that Robert Morello be reappointed as Member A of the Recreation Commission,
said term to expire on December 31, 2024, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that James Druker be reappointed as Member B of the Recreation Commission,
said term to expire on December 31, 2024, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Susan Sigel be reappointed as Member C of the Recreation Commission, said
term to expire on December 31, 2024, and
BE IT, FURTHER
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.
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SUSTAINABILITY COLLABORATIVE
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that George Roniger be reappointed as Member G of the Sustainability
Collaborative, said term to expire on December 31, 2020, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Marc Karell be reappointed as Member H of the Sustainability Collaborative,
said term to expire on December 31, 2020, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Tony Gelber be reappointed as Member I of the Sustainability Collaborative,
said term to expire on December 31, 2020, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Mitch Green be reappointed as Member J of the Sustainability Collaborative,
said term to expire on December 31, 2020, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Mitch Green shall serve as Chairperson of the Sustainability Collaborative for
the year 2018, and
BE IT, FURTHER
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.
TRAFFIC COMMITTEE
On motion of Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that Stephen Bartell be reappointed as Member E of the Town of Mamaroneck
Traffic Committee, said term to expire on December 31, 2020, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Camille Odierna be reappointed as Member F of the Town of Mamaroneck
Traffic Committee,
said term to expire on December 31, 2020, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Kimberly Larsen be reappointed as Member G of the Town of Mamaroneck
Traffic Committee,
said term to expire on December 31, 2020, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Doris Block shall serve as the Chairperson of the Traffic Committee for the
2018, and
BE IT, FURTHER
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.
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was unanimously
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RESOLVED, that Arthur Wexler shall serve as Chairperson of the Zoning Board of Appeals for
the year 2018.
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.
2.Adoption - 2018 Capital Project Plan
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the 2018 Capital Project
Schedule as follows:
ATTACMENT A
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
3.Authorization - IMA - Sewer System Improvement Project
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman Jeffery King, the following was
approved,
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck, the City of New Rochelle, the Village of Larchmont and
the Village of Pelham Manor (the Consortium), pursuant to an Intermunicipal Agreement to
conduct a Sewer System Evaluation Study (SSES), required pursuant to a Consent Order to
Westchester County by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and
the Westchester County Sewer Act, and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the SSES, and the required sewer system repairs, is to identify and
remove all sources of inflow and infiltration of the storm water into the sanitary sewer system
thus improving the efficiency of the system, and
WHEREAS, another component of the agreement with Westchester County was that the
consortium make all necessary repairs to the Sanitary Sewer System as identified in the Sewer
System Evaluation Study.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the Intermunicipal
Agreement between the Town of Mamaroneck, the City of New Rochelle, the Village of
Larchmont and the Village of Pelham Manor, authorizing the Consortium to enter into an
agreement with GHD Engineering to provide for design, grant management and construction
management services relative to the project, at a total cost of $995,000.00, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said Intermunicipal
Agreement on behalf of the Town.
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
4.Authorization - Transfer of Funds NRG Power Agreement to Hommocks Rink Trust Fund
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the following was approved,
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck previously approved a power curtailment agreement
with NRG, by which the Town’s participation in the program guaranteed an annual payment
of $15,000, and
WHEREAS, the Hommocks Ice Rink, as the single largest user of power in the Town, was
targeted for this program, and
WHEREAS, since the Ice Rink would be the facility required to curtail its power use, the Town
would like to direct the funds from NRG to the Hommocks Ice Rink Trust Fund.
NOW THERFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve that the proceeds of the
NRG Agreement be directed to the Hommocks Ice Rink Trust Fund.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
5.Set Public Hearing - School Speed Limit Zone - Murray Avenue
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the date for a Public
Hearing on “Speed Limit in the School Zone on Murray Avenue” Law, for February 7,
2018 at 8:00PM at the Town Center, 740 West Boston Post Road, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to publish the notice of said
hearing in a newspaper appointed as an official newspaper, and that said Notice, be
posted.
6.Authorization - Lease Amendment - LMCTV
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that subject to a permissive referendum, the Mamaroneck Town Board does
hereby agree to amend the lease between the Town of Mamaroneck and Larchmont-
Mamaroneck Community Television, Inc. dated 2010 by adding Suites 301 and 304 to
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the demised premises, increasing the annual rent to $77,962.00, extending the term to
January 31, 2020, and allowing the Town, if requested to do so by Larchmont-
Mamaroneck Community Television, Inc., to extend the term of the lease for one
additional year at an annual rent of $80,300.86, and all of the other terms of the License
Agreement remain the same.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
7.Salary Authorization - Town Administrator’s Office
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby appoint Angela Paterno as
the Administrative Assistant in the Town Administrator’s Office, effective February
20, 2018, at an annual salary of $44,600.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
8.Consideration of Certiorari
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following tax
certiorari on the following terms:
Indian Cove Condominium
Indian Cove Road
Mamaroneck, NY
Section/Block/Lot: 9-29-51.1 through 51.13 and 54.2
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2011 $ 137,830 $ 21,910 $ 115,920
2012 $ 137,830 $ 21,730 $ 113,100
2013 $ 8,440,100 $ 1,540,250 $ 6,899,850
2014 $ 8,440,100 $ 1,140,200 $ 7,299,900
2015 $ 8,440,100 $ 438,950 $ 8,001,150
2016 $ 8,440,100 $ -0- $ 8,440,100
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
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On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following tax
certiorari on the following terms:
Great White Hunter
2285 Boston Post Road
Larchmont, NY
Section/Block/Lot: 7-2-3
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Larchmont
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2013 $2,200,000 $340,000 $1,860,000
2014 $2,200,000 $340,000 $1,860,000
2015 $2,200,000 $280,000 $1,920,000
2016 $2,200,000 $235,000 $1,965,000
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
ADDED ITEM
9. Clean Transportation Project Intermunicipal Agreement
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the following was approved,
WHEREAS, in 2017 Sustainable Westchester launched the Westchester Clean Transportation
Project (SWCTP), to help municipal members save tax payer dollars with zero emission, cost-
saving, mission-compatible Electric Vehicles (EV) for their fleets, and
WHEREAS, the newest aim of the SWCTP is to secure aggregation discounts for more of the
40+ EVs on the market today – and to expand the program to EV and Plug-In-Hybrid EV trucks,
buses as well as landscaping equipment.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the Municipal
Cooperative Agreement for the Sustainable Westchester Clean Transportation Project, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said agreement on
behalf of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve
the Board Minutes from the regular meetings of December 20, 2017,
January 3, 2018 and the special meetings of December 11, 2017,
December 24, 2017, January 2, 2018, January 6, 2018, January 8, 2018
and January 14, 2018.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
REPORT OF COUNCIL
The Town Board Members reported on their various activities and meetings since the last Town Board
Meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Supervisor Seligson asked that the meeting be closed in memory of Clark Neuringer, a longtime resident of
the Village of Mamaroneck and active community volunteer.
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman, the meeting was
unanimously adjourned at 9:30 PM
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Submitted by
Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
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