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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971_03_03 Town Board Regular Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD MARCH 3rd, 1971, IN THE COUNCIL ROOM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE, WEAVER STREET, TOWN OF MAMARONECK. CALL TO ORDER The Supervisor called the meeting to order at 8:15 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Supervisor Helwig Councilman Faiola Councilman Nagel Councilman Vandernoot Councilman Bloom Absent: None Also Present: Mr. Gronberg - Town Clerk Mrs. Brewer - Deputy Clerk Mr. Johnston - Town Attorney Mr. Aitchison - Highway Superintendent Mr. Altieri - Comptroller Mr. Widulski - Town Engineer APPROVAL OF MINUTES Councilman Bloom, after explaining that he had not had time to read the minutes of the last meeting, requested that approval be held until the March 17th meeting which the Board thereupon so directed. OPENING OF BIDS - Highway Dump Truck Garbage Truck The Clerk presented the Affidavit of Publication of the Notice for Bids for the record, and opened and read aloud the follow- ing bids reporting receipt of the signed non-collusive state- ment in each case: Bidder Bid Willow Motor Sales Corp. $ 10,625.00 One (1) 1971 Dump Truck Less trade-in on: 1964 Ford 5 cubic yard dump 1,500.00 Net Bid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. $ 9,125.00 - 1 - Bidder Bid Willow Motor Sales Corp. $ One (1) 16 yd. Load Packer Garbage Truck 14,785.00 Less trade-in on: 1961 Ford 16 cu. yd. Garwood Packer 811.00 Net Bid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 13,974.00 Village Ford, Inc. $ One (1) 1971 Dump Truck 10,148.66 Less trade-in on: 1964 Ford 5 cubic yard dump 750.00 Net Bid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 9,398.66 One (1) 16 yd. Load Packer Garbage Truck $ 16,076.68 Less trade-in on: 1961 Ford 16 cu. yd. Garwood Packer 1,050.00 Net Bid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .$ 15,026.68 In the matter of the Highway Dump Truck, pursuant to Council- man Faiola's recommendation that the usual course be followed, on his motion, seconded by Councilman Nagel, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the bids for the Highway Dump Truck be referred to the Town Engineer, the Highway Superintendent, the Attorney and the Comptroller for study and report at the next meeting. In the matter of purchasing a new garbage truck, the Supervisor advised the Board that only today she had received information about a new-type of carrier in view of which she requested that these bids be held pending further study if this were legally permissable. In reply to question as to how long the bids could be held, the Attorney said, "for a reasonable time" -- and accordingly it was directed that consideration of the garbage truck bids be deferred to the next meeting. PUBLIC HEARING - Amendment of Zoning Ordinance On motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilman Vandernoot, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the public hearing be and it hereby is declared open. The Clerk presented the Affidavit of Publication of the Notice of Hearing and a communication addressed to the Board by the Zoning Board of Appeals under date of February 2nd, 1971, requesting the increase in fees, which were herewith ordered - 2 - received and filed as part of the record of this Hearing. The Supervisor inquired whether anyone present wished to be heard either in favor or in opposition to the proposed amend- ment, or whether there were any questions thereon. Mr. Frank Claps of 120 Laurel Avenue, Town inquired why the increase was necessary. It was explained in reply that the increased costs of publication of the required legal notices now necessitated this increase and thereupon since no one else wished to be heard and there were no further questions, on motion by Councilman Faiola, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unani- mously RESOLVED, that the public hearing be and it hereby is declared closed. And thereupon on motion by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Council- man Vandernoot, the following resolution was adopted by unani- mous vote of the Board, all members being present and voting: WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 600.1 of the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Mamaroneck, a public hearing was duly held before this Board on March 3rd, 1971, to consider amending the Zoning Ordinance so as to increase the fee for applica- tions for variances from $15.00 to $25.00 in order to cover the costs of advertising; and WHEREAS, notice of such hearing was duly published in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, "The Daily Times", in accordance with law; NOT, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Section 554, of the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Mamaroneck, adopted on June 29th, 1959 and effective August 7th, 1959, heretofore amended on December 9th, 1964, is hereby further amended so as to read as follows : Section 554: FEE FOR ADVERTISING HEARING Any person or corporation, other than the Town of Mamaroneck, making any application to the Board of Appeals under the provisions of this Ordinance, shall pay to the Building Inspector the sum of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) to cover the cost of advertising the notice of hearing, upon each application filed. and be it further RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to publish in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, "The Daily Times", notice of the adoption of this resolution and to post such notice on the bulletin board maintained by the Clerk at his office, 740 West Boston Post Road in the Village of Mamaroneck, as provided by law. 3 - OLD BUSINESS 1. Report on Proposed Bicycle Ordinance The Supervisor stated that the Attorney's report as requested had been received, and further that, in accordance with the Board's request, she was attempting to arrange a meeting of the parties concerned for next Tuesday, March 9th, at 4 p.m. The Attorney advised the Supervisor that he had not known of this meeting and would be unable to be present as he would be in Court all of that day. In view of this Mrs. Helwig then said that she felt the date of this meeting would have to be changed. Councilman Bloom agreed that it would be better to change this date as he hoped all of the parties would be represented -- that is the Villages, the PTA, the Schools, etc. , so that an Ordinance might be arrived at which would satisfy all concerned. NEW BUSINESS 1. Collection of 1971 State, County, Town and Special District Taxes At the Tax Receiver's request for authorization to collect the 1971 State, County, Town and Special District taxes and publish and post the necessary Notice therefor, on motion by Councilman Faiola, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Receiver of Taxes of the Town of Mamaroneck to collect the 1971 State, County, Town and Special District taxes and the water rents which --- become a lien on January 1st, 1971; and be it further RESOLVED, that in accordance with the provisions of Section 550 of the Westchester County Admini- strative Code, "The Daily Times", the official newspaper published in the Village and Town of Mamaroneck, be and it hereby is designated as the newspaper in which the Receiver of Taxes and Assess- ments shall publish the "Notice of the Collection of State, County, Town and Special District taxes and Water rents"; and be it further RESOLVED, that said publication shall be on March 23rd, 1970, in the Daily Times and shall be posted thereafter in accordance with law; and be it further RESOLVED, that in accordance with the provisions of Section 550 of the Westchester County Administrative Code, the Town Board does hereby direct the Receiver of Taxes and Assessments to mail to each taxpayer of the Town of Mamaroneck, whose address is known to said Receiver of Taxes and Assessments, a tax bill for all taxes and water rents, the expense thereof to be a Town charge. 4 - 2. Salary Authorization - Recreation Pursuant to memorandum of the Superintendent of Recreation under date of March 1st, 1971, herewith presented and ordered received and filed, on motion by Councilman Vandernoot, seconded by Councilman Nagel, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that as recommended by the Recreation Commission, this Board hereby authorizes that Eva Braseen be engaged as Recreation Attendant, effective as of February 27th, 1971, and to be compensated at the rate of $1.85 per hour. 3. Authorization - Payment Mandatory Police Increments Pursuant to memorandum of the Comptroller under date of March 2nd, 1971, herewith presented and ordered received and filed, on motion by Councilman Faiola, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unani- mously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the following mandatory salary increments to the following Police Patrolmen in accordance with the 1971 Compensation Plan of the Town of Mamaroneck: Effective Amount Present Revised Name Date of Inc. Compensation Compensation Police Patrolmen: Charles S. Baumblatt 7/15/71 $ 303.00 $ 10,182.00 $ 10,485.00 Robert Fuller 7/29/71 303.00 10,182.00 10,485.06 Paul Adamo 10/7/71 303.00 10,182.00 10,485.00 Thomas R. Mahoney 8/12/71 303.00 10,697.00 11,000.00 Joel Greenstein 3/11/71 303.00 9,879.00 10,182.00 John Anderson 4/8/71 303.00 9,879.00 10,182.00 Robert Hutcheon 11/4/71 303.00 9,879.00 10,182.00 Carmine Catapano 12/16/71 303.00 9,879.00 10,182.00 Peter Gerardi 8/12/71 303.00 9,576.00 9,879.00 Louis Mosiello 12/16/71 303.00 9,576.00 9,879.00 Robert F. Knox 7/15/71 303.00 9,273.00 9,576.00 John Passafume 10/21/71 303.00 9,273.00 9,576.00 M. Nardelli 10/21/71 303.00 9,273.00 9,576.00 Anthony Gerace 1/1/72 -- 9,576.00 -- 4. Authorization for Publication Supervisor's Annual Report for 1970 Pursuant to memorandum of the Comptroller under date of March 1st, 1971, herewith presented and ordered received and filed, on motion by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Vandernoot, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that authorization is hereby granted to file the Annual Report of the Supervisor for the year 1970 and publish same in the official news- paper of the Town of Mamaroneck, "The Daily Times", in accordance with paragraph 29 of the Town Law as amended by the addition of sub-division 10A. - 5 - 5. Resolution - Service Allowances World War II for Police and Fire Pursuant to memorandum of the Comptroller under date of March 3rd, 1971, herewith presented and ordered received and filed for the record, after some questioning by Councilmen Nagel and Faiola as to background information, costs to the Town, why limited only to Police and Fire, and whether approval of the form resolution herewith presented was mandatory, upon reply that it was, on motion by Councilman Faiola, seconded by Councilman Vandernoot, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote of the Board, all members being present and voting "aye": BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby elect to provide the benefits of sub-division k of Section 341, sub-division g of Section 343 of the Retire- ' ment and Social Security Law and sub-division 4 of Section 243 of the Military Law, all as presently or hereafter amended; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this election shall become effective with the payroll period beginning on the 24th day of March 1971. 6. Recision of Easement - Investors Collateral At the Supervisor's request the Attorney explained to the Board that Lots 2 and 3 in Sections 1 and 2 of Soundview Woods were burdened with two sets of easements, one of some years ago and one granted on September 10th, 1969. He said that the cancellation of one easement was being requested by Investors Collateral due to the fact that when they tried to sell the property, the Title Company in their Title Report noted the several easements. He further stated that this was an undue burden due to the fact that the second easement completely satisfied the needs of the Town and he thereby recommended that the Board authorize the Supervisor to cancelthe former, easement. Whereupon on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Council- man Nagel, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Supervisor to consent to the cancelling of certain easements on Lots 2 and 3, in Sections 1 and 2, of the Sub-division of Soundview Woods known as Block 230, Parcel 51 and Block 230, Parcl 194, on the Tax Assess- ment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck. 6 - ry�p COMMUNICATIONS 1. Letter - Mrs. Helen M. Mullick The Clerk read into the record a letter addressed to the Board by Mrs. Helen M. Mullick under date of February 24th, 1971, which was herewith ordered received and filed for the record. 2. Letter - New York State Department of Labor, Bureau of Standards and Appeals Re: Petition No. 675-70 The Clerk read into the record a letter addressed to the Board by Daniel J. Sullivan, Senior Industrial Engineer, Board of Standards and Appeals, under date of February 17th, 1971, which was herewith ordered received and filed for the record. 3. Letter - Mayfair The Clerk read into the record a letter addressed to the Supervisor by Mrs. Alexander Gangel under date of February 16th, 1971, which was herewith ordered received and filed for the record. Following some discussion, Councilman Faiola moved that the request to fly the Mayfair Flag under the American Flag on all Town public buildings on Saturday, May 8th, be granted. Councilman Bloom requested that the foregoing move be amended so as to limit the flying of the Mayfair Flag to the Town Park only inasmuch as many flags were being flown all over with perhaps some question. Councilman Faiola replied that he felt there might be some feeling as to why it was limited to only the Town Park, stating that he felt the motion should stand as made. Councilman Bloom then acceded, seconding the motion and the following resolution was adopted: RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that in accordance with the request of Mayfair, a Mayfair Flag be flown on May 8th, 1971, under the American Flag at the Town Park, Police Headquarters and Fire Station of the Town of Mamaroneck. 4. Letter - James E. Renson, Elkan Park Association The Clerk read into the record a letter addressed to the Supervisor by James E. Renson, President of the Elkan Park Association, under date of February 18th, 1971, which was herewith ordered received and filed for the record. 5. Letter - Bonnie Briar Country Club The Clerk read a letter addressed to the Board by the Bonnie Briar Country Club under date of February 8th, 1971,requesting 7 - a further extension to use the tennis courts for the period up to June 30th, 1971 so that the Club's proposed sale of the adjoining property can be concluded, which was herewith ordered received and filed as part of the record of this meeting. In discussing this request it was recalled that several extensions of this permit had been granted and Councilman Bloom expressed some doubt as to the validity of the reason for this further request. He also reviewed with the Engineer the conditions still remaining unfulfilled under which the Special Permit had been granted and extended. After some further discussion, the Board in agreement with the Engineer's recommendation, directed that the Club be requested to submit new plans for a formal amendment to the Special Permit for construction of the tennis courts which would show all as-built conditions, final elevation of the tennis courts and all structures and permanent fencing around the existing pool. It was also directed that a final plan for a Special Permit for the area be submitted and approved rather than continue the requested extension of time. In concluding this discussion it was directed that this new plan would then be referred to the Planning Board and upon that Board's approval thereof, referred to this Board. The Board recalled that Mr. Richard P. Segalini of 810 Weaver Street, Town, who had been greatly upset by the situation with the Club, had requested that he be kept informed of developments with Bonnie Briar and, in accordance with this request, it was directed that Mr. Segalini be advised of the action taken by the Board this evening for his information. REPORTS The Town Clerk -- The Clerk presented the following reports which were ordered received and filed: Report of the Town Clerk for the month of February 1971. Report of the Receiver of Taxes and Assessments for the month of February 1971. Report of the Building and Plumbing Inspector for the month of February 1971. Report of the Westchester Shore Humane Society for the month of February 1971. Report of the Municipal Dog Patrol for the month of February 1971. Annual report of the Fire District Treasurer for the year 1970. Summary of Receipts and Disbursements for the period January lst, 1970 through November 30th, 1970. - 8 - 3 1 The Supervisor -- Before making her report the Supervisor inquired whether anyone present wished to bring any matter before the Board and since no one did, returned to the regular order of business. At this time the Supervisor, with sadness, called to the Board's attention the death of Maurice Friedlander, former Town Engineer. She stated that Mr. Friedlander had come to the Town on May 1st, 1956 and discharged the duties and responsibilities of his office most capably and with great loyalty until his retirement on December 31st, 1960. She further stated that each member of the Town Staff who had known Mr. Friedlander had learned of his death with great regret and she suggested that a note of sympathy and condolence be addressed to Mrs. Friedlander. 1. Report on Meeting re: Mosquito Control The Supervisor reported on a meeting held last Saturday morning regarding the adoption of a uniform approach to controlling the mosquito problem in the entire area which had been attended by the Mayors of the two Villages, the Engineer of the Village of Larchmont, the Village Manager and Engineer of the Village of Mamaroneck, Ranger Custodian of the Town of Mamaroneck, Mr. Clifford E. Emanuelson, Conservation Consultant and the Supervisor. She stated that she was very pleased to announce that it had been agreed to have Messrs. Emanuelson and Leddy set up a program both for public information and procedures to be used to be submitted to each of the Villages. She pointed out that each Village had a different method of operation but that this fact did not preclude the application of ecologically sound measures of control and that it had indeed been an informative and productive meeting for all involved. 2. Hommocks Pool Article Mrs. Helwig then called to the Board's attention "The Swimming Pool Weekly Annual Data and Reference Publication", 38th edition, featuring a lengthy article including many pictures on the Hommocks Pool, stating that she felt each of the members of the Board would like to look at this excellent publicity. 3. March 27th Conference "Future of Westchester" For the Board's information the Supervisor announced the March 27th Conference to be held by the County Planning Board and the Regional Planning Association on "Future of Westchester", furnislfng to each of the Board members advance publicity thereon. -- She also stated that the Conference Board had requested a list to whom invitations should be sent and that in addition to the Planning Board, Conservation Advisory Committee, Environmental Task Force and any Civic Groups, she would be delighted to have the Councilmen give her any additional names. 9 - The Councilmen -- Mr. Vandernoot -- 1. Apportionments Upon presentation of the following apportionments, on motion by Councilman Vandernoot, seconded by Councilman Bloom, the following resolution was unanimously adopted. WHEREAS, the Assessor has presented petitions for the correction of the assessment roll for certain years pursuant to the provisions of Section 557, Article 16 of the Westchester County Tax Law; and WHEREAS, after due consideration, this Board finds it desirable to grant said petitions for the correction of said assessment roll; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the assessment roll of 1970, taxes of 1971, which shows property now appearing on the rolls as follows : Block Parcel Name Land IMP Total 213 274 Oak Hill Cons. Co. , Inc. $ 4,700. -- $ 4,700. - be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: - Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 213 274 Oak Hill Cons. Co. ,Inc. $ 2,100. -- $ 2,100. 213 582 Oak Hill Cons. Co.,Inc. 2,600. -- 2,600. and be it further RESOLVED, that the assessment roll of 1970, taxes of 1971, which shows property now appearing on the rolls as follows : Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 504 353 Sidney Doherty $ 600. -- $ 600. be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 504 353 Sidney Doherty $ 100. -- $ 100. 504 359 Anthony J. Mauro 500. -- 500. and be it further RESOLVED, that the assessment roll of 1970, taxes of 1971, which shows property now appearing on the rolls as follows : - 10 - 11'13 Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 222 528 James C. B. Millard, Jr. $23,700. $34,400. $58,100. be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 222 528 Theodore A. Garner $13,500. $34,400. $47,900. 222 536 James C.B. Millard, 6,000. -- 6,000. Jr. & ors. 222 546 Douglas V. Zelman & W. 4,200. -- 4,200. and be it further RESOLVED, that the assessment roll of 1970, taxes of 1971, which shows property now appearing on the rolls as follows: Block Parcel Name Land IMP Total 820 17 Harry C. Green & W. $ 900. -- $ 900. be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land IMP Total 820 17 Charles Gibbs, Jr. $ 400. -- $ 400. 820 18 Harry C. Green & W. 500. -- 500. 2. Report - Narcotics Guidance Council Councilman Vandernoot reported on the March 1st, 1971 meeting of the Narcotics Guidance Council, speaking particularly of the Hotline and calling to the Board's attention that it had been heavily used since its installation with most calls on Fridays and Saturdays. Certainly, he said, it is comforting to know that it is being used and it is hoped that those using it will get some help. Mr. Faiola -- 1. Fire Contract The Supervisor advised the Board that Councilman Faiola and Mr. James Laverty had along with other members of the Negotiat- ing Team for the International Fire Fighters Association Local #898 reached an agreement with the resultant contract signed by Mr. Laverty, President of the aforesaid Local. Consequently, she said, it was now in order for the Town to sign the said agreement and thereupon on motion offered by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Vandernoot who added his thanks to the Negotiating Committee for their cooperation, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Supervisor to execute on behalf of the Town of Mamaroneck the contract agreement between the said Town and the International Association of Fire Fighters Local #898, as finally approved on March 3rd, 1971. - 11 - Councilman Faiola added his thanks to all of the people on the Town Negotiating Team, Mr. Vandernoot, Mr. Johnston and Mr. Altieri, stating that all of the sessions had been pleasant. He added that the Fire Chief had examined the contract and that he would like to clarify a question that had been raised as to who was a Town official. He assured Chief Forti that he was indeed a Town official. Mr. Laverty thanked the Negotiating Team from the Town and all of the Town officials and expressed his pleasure that they had elected to adopt this contract. Chief Forti expressed his thanks to Mr. Faiola for clarification of his confusion. Not on Agenda Mr. Nagel -- 1. Open House Councilman Nagel expressed his pleasure at the Open House held last Sunday at the new offices and thanked all members of the Town of Mamaroneck staff for their participation and assistance in planning this event, The Board at this time also expressed its thanks to Messrs. Kronenberger, Gronberg and Bufi for their diligent and rewarding efforts in planning, executing and moving to the new quarters and Councilman Bloom added on behalf of the Board its thanks and appreciation to the School staff. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting, on motion duly made and seconded it was declared adjourned at 9 p.m., to reconvene on March 17th, 1971. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners was convened immediately upon the adjournment of the Town Board meeting. 1, Claims Upon presentation for authorization of payment by Commissioner Faiola and on his motion, seconded by Commissioner Vandernoot, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the following Fire Department claims be and they hereby are approved, and the Supervisor and Comptroller authorized to pay the same out of the Fire Department budget: Best Uniform Co. $ 20.50 Breckenridge Linen Shop 46.20 Con Edison 142.25 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works 146,07 Exterminating Services Corp. 7.00 Franks Fuel Service 113.55 12 - I. & T. Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. $ 19.00 McGuire Bros. , Inc. 10.00 Mobil Oil Corp. 70.48 New York Telephone Co. 10.92 Robert's 35.80 Total. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 621.77 2. Reports Commissioner Faiola presented the Fire Report for the month of February 1971, which was ordered received and filed for the record. 3. Communications a) Annual Benefit Ball May 29th, 1971 Commissioner Faiola referred to a communication naming the Roster of the Fund Raising Committee for the Annual Benefit Ball to be held on May 29th, 1971, stating that he hoped as many people as possible would be present for this gala affair. 4. Other Business The Fire Chief addressed the Commission stating that it was the feeling of the Fire Department that one -- an additional Fire Station located in the north end of Town was highly desirable and definitely needed; and two -- that it was necessary and desirable to have the Commission give consideration to the --- construction of a paved driveway on property from in back of the Tung Hoy Restaurant to the new Central School. This matter was referred to the Engineer, Highway Superintendent and Chief for study and report. The Chief also called to the Commission's attention the recent fire at Cook's Restaurant, speaking particularly of the article in "The Daily Times", which he felt had been confusing in its report. The Supervisor inquired of the Chief whether the fire rules and regulations covered the opening up of a fire hydrant stating that she had been advised that no penal sanctions were recited in such cases. The Town Attorney stated that this was not correct inasmuch as the Penal Law did contain penal sanctions applying to the interruption of service of a public utility and that the Westchester Joint Water Works, which was such a utility, would have to sign a complaint to institute due process of law. He further recited that a number of houses in the area concerned had been practically without water - having only very low pres- sure - as a result of a contractor's opening of a hydrant with- out permission. However, in concluding the discussion, it was noted there was no need for any additional Ordinance as had been suggested to protect the Westchester Joint Water Works in such instances. - 13 - 5. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the meeting, on motion duly made and seconded, it was declared adjourned at 9:15 p.m. , to reconvene on March 17th, 1971. o Cle - 14 -