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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1969_04_01 Town Board Minutes 97 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD APRIL 1st, 1969, IN THE COUNCIL ROOM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIRE- HOUSE, TOWN OF MAMARONECK. CALL TO ORDER The Supervisor called the meeting to order at 8:15 p. m. ROLL CALL Present: Supervisor Helwig Councilman Chalif Councilman Faiola Councilman Vandernoot Absent: Councilman Nagel Also Present: Mr. Gronberg - Town Clerk Mr. Johnston - Town Attorney Mrs. Brewer - Deputy Clerk Mr. Aitchison - Supt. of Highways Mr. Altieri - Comptroller Mr. Widulski - Town Engineer In Memoriam to Dwight David Eisenhower The Supervisor requested all present to stand in obser- vance of a moment of silent tribute to Dwight David Eisenhower prior to opening this evening's meeting. In speaking of his passing, Mrs. Helwig quoted the clos- ing-words of President Nixon's eulogy -- "First in war, first in peace and, wherever freedom is cherished, first in the hearts of his fellow men" -- and then presented the following resolution in memoriam to him which was adopted by acclamation to be spread upon the minutes of this meeting in respect to his memory. In Memoriam Whereas , the death of Dwight David Eisenhower has taken from us a great leader whose moral strength and compas- sionate humanity have made him a be- loved first citizen of the world for millions of people everywhere, and Whereas , as Supreme Allied Commander in Europe, he led our nation and its al- lies heroically during World War II, -1- 3 and Whereas , as the 34th President of these United States, he led this nation steadfastly in restoring and keeping peace, mu- tual trust and understanding among the peoples of the world, and Whereas , his extraordinary life of service, his love of country, his wisdom, courage and humility have inspired genera- tions of Americans to admire and re- spect Dwight David Eisenhower as a symbol of all that is good and great in the human spirit, Now , Therefore , Be It Resolved, that the Town of Mamaroneck joins with all citizens of the world in ex- pressing profound gratitude for the life of Dwight David Eisenhower and for the inspiration which his life sym- bolizes, and be it further R e s o l v e d, that this resolution of tribute to his memory be spread upon the minutes of this meeting, and that a copy there- of be sent to Mrs. Dwight David Eisen- hower and her family with deepest sympathy and condolences to them at this time of their great loss. REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS The regular order of business was resumed and the first item on the agenda presented. OLD BUSINESS 1. Report on Bids - 2 Passenger Cars Pursuant to memorandum signed by the Town Engineer, Town Attorney and Highway Superintendent under date of April 1st, 1969, herewith presented and ordered received and filed as part of the record of this meeting, on motion by Councilman Faiola, seconded by Councilman Chalif, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby accepts the bid of the low bidder, to-wit that of Hory Chevrolet for furnishing to the Town of Mamaroneck, 2 passenger cars in the net amounts of $2416. 25 and $2281. 56 respectively. -2- -2. Approval of Salary - Pool Director Pursuant to memoranda of the Recreation Commission and Comptroller, dated March 31st, 1969, herewith presented and ordered received and filed for the record, on motion by Councilman Chalif, seconded by Councilman Vander- noot, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Ford Winter be reinstated on the Town of Mamaroneck payroll as of January 1, 1969, to be compensated at an annual rate of $7, 500. 00. NEW BUSINESS 1. Authorization - Rental of Bulldozer (Hommocks area) Pursuant to memorandum of the Town Engineer, dated March 31st, 1969, herewith presented and ordered re- ceived and filed for the record, on motion by Councilman Chalif and seconded by Councilman Vandernoot, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the rental of a Euclid Twin Diesel Bulldozer from Salvatore Miceli, for a period of one (1)) month at a cost not to exceed the sum of $600. for grading the Hommocks area. Z. Authorization to Advertise for Bids Two (2) Highway Pick-up Trucks Pursuant to memorandum of the Town Engineer under date of March 24th, 1969, herewith presented and or- dered received and filed for the record, on motion by Councilman Chalif and seconded by Councilman Faiola, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that as required by law, this Board hereby authorizes publication of a Notice for Bids in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, The Daily Times, for furnishing to the Town of Ma- maroneck Highway Department two (2) Pick-up Trucks, said trucks to be in ac- cordance with the specifications set forth in the said Notice for Bids as approved by the Superintendent of Highways and the Town Attorney; said bids to be returnable, opened and read aloud at the next regular meeting of this Board on Wednesday even- ing, April 16th, 1969. -3- X00 3. Attendance of Annual Recreation Conference Superintendent of Recreation Pursuant to memorandum of the Recreation Commission under date of March 31st, 1969, herewith presented and ordered received and filed for the record, on motion by Councilman Chalif and seconded by Councilman Vander- noot, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Superintendent of Recreation to attend the Annual Recreation Conference at the Concord, Lake Kiamesha, New York, from April 13th - 16th, 1969, with expenses paid by the Town in an amount not to exceed the sum of $150. 4. Authorization - Engagement and Salaries Recreation Personnel Pursuant to memoranda of the Recreation Commission and Comptroller under date of March 31st, 1969, here- with presented and ordered received and filed for the record, on motion by Councilman Chalif and seconded by Councilman Vandernoot, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the following changes on the Recreation Depart- ment payroll: Albert Novello - Attendant Memorial Park - effective as of April 1st, 1969 and to be compensated at the rate of $1. 50 per hour. Nancy Bush - Senior Recreation Lea- der, Womens Physical Fitness - ef- fective as of February 11th, 1969, and to be compensated at the rate of $15. 00 per session. 5. Good Friday Closing - 12 o'clock Noon Pursuant to the Supervisor's request for a resolution author- izing the closing of the Town Offices at noon on Good Friday in accordance with usual practice if this were the pleasure of the Board, on a motion by Councilman Chalif, seconded by Councilman Faiola, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that the Town of Mamaroneck close at 12 noon on Friday, April 4th, 1969, in observance of Good Friday. 6. Appointment - Board of Police Commissioners Mr. Winfield H. James The Supervisor noted the vacancy on the Police Commission -4- a occasioned by Commissioner Moore's resignation and in- quired the Board's pleasure in the matter of the appoint- ment of a successor. Councilman Faiola stated that he would like to place in nomination for appointment, the name of Mr. Winfield H. James of 43 Eton Road, Town, presenting for the record a resume of his background and experience which so uniquely fitted him to serve in this post and which he briefly reviewed at this time. The Supervisor then asked whether there were any fur- ther nominations - and since there were not, on a mo- tion offered by Councilman Faiola with great pleasure and seconded by Councilman Vandernoot with the obser- vation that he was indeed happy to have this privilege since he felt Mr. James would be an excellent Commis- sioner, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Winfield H. James of 43 Eton Road, Town, be and he hereby is ap- pointed a member of the Board of Police Commissioners of the Town of Mamaro- neck, to be effective immediately and to serve at the pleasure of the Board, and be it further RESOLVED, that the Supervisor so notify Mr. James, expressing the Board's grati- fication of his willingness to serve in this -- important office and welcoming him to the Town's official family. On behalf of the Board, the Supervisor expressed its sin- cere thanks and appreciation for the outstanding service already rendered to the Town by Mr. James as a mem- ber of the Town Planning Board and as a member of the Board of Directors of the Community Action Program. She also clarified for the record, the statement appear- ing in last night's local paper to the effect that Mr. Gag- liardi, member of the Commission, would be appointed Chairman, explaining that the Police Commission elects its Chairman. 7. Appointment - Town Justice Martin E. King, Esquire Councilman Chalif stated that he would like to present the name of Martin E. King for appointment to the office of Town Justice to fill the vacancy created by Judge Bur- chell's resignation upon his appointment by the Governor to a County Court Judgeship. He said that Mr. King, Chairman of the Mamaroneck Vil- -5- 102 lage Republican Committee, had been unanimously en- dorsed by the Town Republican Committee on the 19th of March. Mr. Chali£ further said that he had known Marty for a long time -- that he was "the worthy son of a worthy father" -- that he knew the law -- but even more im- portantly, that he knew the people of this cogmunity and they knew him. He then stated that it gave him a great real of pleasure and pride therefore to offer the name of Martin E. King to succeed George p. Burchell as 'Town Justice. , plac- ing his name in formal nomination and adding that he felt the Town to be fortunate indeed to have a }man who could succeed Judge Burchell as ably as Mr, King and that his appointment to the bench would be a service to the cozn munity. Councilman Vandernoot seconded the nomination, corn Menting that it was indeed a pleasure to have the priv- ilege of seconding the nomination of a man who had not only the ability but the stability to make an excellent Judge, and Councilman Faiola added his second endors- ing the sentiments expressed by Messrs. Chalif and Vandernoot. And thereupon since there were no further nominations, the following resolution was unanimously moved, sec- onded and adopted: RESOLVED, that this Board hereby appoints Martin E. King Town Justice of the Town of Mamaroneck, to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Judge George D. Burchell, to serve for a term of office effective as of April 1st, 1969 and terminating on Novem- ber 4th, 1969, and to be compensated at the rate of $4, 505. 00 per annum as appropri- ated in the 1969 budget, and be it further RESOLVED, that pursuant to Town Law, a bond is required for Martin E. King as Town Justice of the Town of Mamaroneck, conditioned for thetfaithful performance of his duties including the depositing of all funds or monies of the Town received by him pursuant to Section 25 of the Town Law, upon which the United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company is surety in the penal sum of $4, 000. 00 for a term from April 1st, 1969 through November 4th, 1969. -6 X03 COMMUNICATIONS 1. Fetter, Arthur and Phyllis Topol The Clerk presented a letter addressed to the Council by Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Topcd of 46 North Chatsworth Ave- nue under date of March 24th, 1969, requesting continu- ation of the sidewalk in front of the Park on North Chats- worth Avenue to Edgewood Avenue. The Sugervisor advised the Board that four or five re- ,quests for sidewalks had been received recently and rec- ombaended, if it met with the Board's pleasure, that this rexluest also be referred to the Committee studying these requests and, that Mr. and Mrs. Topoi be advised ac- cordingly, which was so directed. 2. Letter, Joyce S. Miralia The Clerk presented a letter addressed to the Council by Mrs:. Joyce S. Miralia of 11 Lafayette Road, under date of March 26th, 1969, requesting correction or some al- leviation of the serious sewer and storm drain conditions in certain areas of the Town. Councilman Chalif stated that this was a rattier large Town problem as the .Engineer had painted out to the Board several times. He further stated that the situa- tiou could be cured -- that it just took time and money. - He also observed that as the Board knew, this entire matter was being worked on but that it was very compli- cated which, of course, he said, was not too touch con sollation to those who suffered as it was indeed very painful for them. It was directed that this particular matter be looked in- to to determine where it should be on the priority list and that the Supervisor reply to Mrs. Miralia advising her of the statusquo of this entire situation at the present time. 3. Letter, Herbert L. Baum The Clerk presented for the record, a letter addressed to the Supervisor by Herbert L. Baum, Vice President of Lorson Electric Contractors Corp. under date of March 27t1 , 1969, highly commending Acting Police Chief Starppli, Mr. Paonessa and Mr. Aitchison for their courtesy and helpfulness in assisting him in ob- taining information in connection with his Company's temporary electrical wiring contract at the Chatsworth Gardens Apartments. The Supervisor expressed her pleasure at the receipt of this thoughtful letter, which was ordered received and filed. -7- 1, 04 REPORTS The Town Clerk -- The Clerk presented the following reports which were herewith ordered received and filed for the record: Report of the Receiver of Taxes and Assess- ments for the month of March, 1969. Report of the Building and Plumbing Inspector for the month of March, 1969. Municipal Dog Patrol report for the month of March, 1969. Report of the Westchester Shore Humane So- ciety, Inc. for the month of March, 1969. At this time, Councilman Chalif reminded by the receipt of his tax bill, again urged that the Board give serious consideration to 2-installment payment of the Town Tax along with the School Tax as had been provided for some years ago. The Supervisor -- 1. Death of Mrs. Wilbur Miller In speaking of the sudden and untimely death of Mrs. Miller Sunday afternoon, the Supervisor expressed the shock and grief felt by everyone who knew Edyth and everyone who worked with her in the Town Offices. "Edyth", she said, '11.vas a i,u 'al and trusted member of the Town staff in the Supervisor's office for more than three years. She liked to keep busy and she earned our gratitude over and over again by volunteering to help anyplace she saw a need. Her warmth and friendliness earned our affection as well and she will be much missed by all departments in the Town Office. " And thereupon, on a motion unanimously made and sec- onded, the following resolution was adopted to be spread upon the minutes of this meeting in memoriam to Edyth and forwarded to Mr. Miller and his family with deepest sympathy at this time of their sorrowful loss. In Memoriam Whereas , Edyth D. Miller has served as a highly -- valued member of the Town of Mamar- oneck staff since January 20th, 1966, and Whereas , she was a loyal and trusted member of the Supervisor's staff, discharging her duties and responsibilities faithfully and capably, _g_ .,, (I_- and Whereas , her warmth, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed endeared her to all with whom she was associated, and Whereas , her untimely death is a great loss to this office which she served with diligence and dedication, Now , Therefore , Be It Resolved , that we in the Town of Mamaroneck convey to her family our deep sense of loss and grief, and be it further Resolved , that this resolution be spread upon the minutes of this meeting in appreciation and thanks for her very able services to the Town of Mamaroneck, and that a copy be forwarded to Mr. Miller and the family with deepest sympathy and condolences to them at this sorrowful time. Councilman Faiola -- 1 . Renumbering Post Road Councilman Faiola reported that he had met with the Town and Village Engineers and Mr. Harold Bozell and all had approved the plan proposed by Mr. Bozell. He suggested therefore that a date be fixed for the Board to hear those who wished to be heard following notification of the pro- posed change. After some discussion, it was directed that the June 4th meeting be fixed for this purpose and that the Town and Larchmont work together in notifying the properties con- cerned, the Board of Education, the Larchmont Post Of- fice, and the Town and Village Fire and Police De- partments. Councilman Nagel -- (By the Supervisor in his absence) 1. Data Processing Report In Councilman Nagel's absence, the Supervisor called to the Board's attention the Joint Economies Committee Data Processing Preliminary Report, a copy of which Councilman Nagel had furnished to each member of the Board for his study. -9- Councilman Vandernoot -- 1. Apportionments Upon presentation of the following apportionments, on mo- tion by Councilman Vandernoot, seconded by Councilman Faiola, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, the Assessor has presented a petition for the correction of the assessment roll for cer- tain 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 1968, taxes of 1969, which shows property now appear- ing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 121 703 Maisie J. MacLean $ 7, 700 $ 14, 000 $ 21, 700 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 121 703 Maisie J. MacLean 7, 500 14, 000 Z1, 500 121 1 000 Edward J. Egan 200 200 and be it further RESOLVED, that the assessment roll of 1968, taxes of 1969, which shows property now ap- pearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land = Imp Total 702 41 Helen M. Caratza 6, 800 8, 000 14, 800 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 702 41 Helen M. Caratza 4, 000 81000 12, 000 -- 702 136 John A. Rodriques Z, 800 2, 800 and be it further RESOLVED, that the assessment roll of 1968, -10- X07 taxes of 1969, which shows property now appear- ing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land only 320 320 Anthony J. Vileno Inc. $ 3, 000 320 430 " 3, 000 803 159 IT 600 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land only 320 220 F. W. Geller & W 1, 200 320 224 & 803 159 Lawrence Kramer 1, 000 320 230 L. Kramer & W 1, 200 320 242 V. DiPace & W 1, 200 320 426 L. Teper & W 1, 200 320 430 L. Kramer 100 320 950 Town of Mamaroneck 100 803 159 see 320 224 L. Kramer 500 803 160 see 320 950 Town of Mamaroneck 100 The Town Attorney -- 1. Appointment of Assistant to the Town Attorney (Jefferson Meighan) Pursuant to the Courts' request and accordingly as included in the 1969 budget for the Town Attorney, I would like to recommend for appointment to the position of Assistant to the Town Attorney, the name of Jefferson Meighan of the Meighan and Necarlsumer law firm, whom I highly rec- ommend for this post. Councilman Chalif stated that he knew Jeff Meighan who, he said, might also be described as "the worthy son of a worthy father. " He is a young man of great promise and will cer- tainly relieve the Town Attorney of a large portion of his load. As the Town Attorney reported, he continued, this appointment is in accord with our study of Judge Brewer's and Judge Burchell's recommendations and it is therefore with great pleasure that I move this appointment. The motion was seconded by Councilman Fa iola and the following resolution thereupon unanimously adopted: RESOLVED, that this Board hereby appoints Jefferson Meighan of Meighan and Necarlsu- mer Law Firm, as Assistant to the Town At- torney of the Town of Mamaroneck, said ap- pointment to be effective immediately and to be compensated at the rate of $5, 200. per annum. -11- ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meet- ing, it was, on motion duly made and seconded, declared adjourned at 8:45 p, m. , to reconvene on April 16, 1969. 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 and motion by Commissioner Faiola, seconded by Commissioner Chalif, 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 1969 Fire Department budget: Con Edison $ 92. 95 Con Edison 5. 00 Dri-Chem Extinguisher Co. 11. 80 Elgene Chemicals Inc. 88. 56 Excelsior Auto Repair & Machine Works 26. 50 Frank's Fuel Service 117. 52 - General Electric Co. 885. 00 Knox, Lent & Tucker Inc 467. 13 New York Telephone Co 81. 15 " 41. 25 Ronconi Equipment Cc Inc 58. 26 West. Jt. Water Works 23. 49 Total $ 1, 898. 61, 2. Reports Commissioner Faiola presented the following reports which were herewith ordered received and filed for the record: Fire Report for the month of March, 1969. Fire Chief's Report on the Chatsworth Gar- _ dens Fire. In connection with this report, Commissioner Faiola said that he would like to comment on the excellence of the Emergency Control in White Plains and the competence of Duncan McPhail and Walter Studwell, Coordinator and Assistant Coordinator. Commissioner Chalif also commented at this time, 12- 109 stating that he had gone to the fire when he got home and had seen the exhaustion on the faces of all the men. He spoke of their ability to do their job -- of their dedication and devotion -- remarking that we were indeed fortunate to have such men. He com- mended the Chief and said he had been heartened and impressed by what he saw. The Chief expressed his thanks and spoke of the co- operation of Mutual Aid, without which he said it would have been impossible to do the job that was done. Other Business 1. Presentation of Commissioner Vandernoot's Badge Chief Condro, on behalf of the Fire Department, pre- sented to Commissioner Vandernoot with hearty con- gratulations, his Fire Commissioner's badge. Commissioner Vandernoot expressed his pleasure and thanks, remarking that he would be able to get through the lines now! Z. Hotel Bevon Fire Commissioner Faiola advised the Commission that be- tween 35 and 40 men were out last night in response to the Bevon fire. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the meeting, on motion duly made and seconded, it was declared adjourned at 9:00 p, m. , to reconvene on April 16th, 1969. ,/, n erk -13-