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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1967_10_03 Town Board Minutes CHANGE OF DATE TOWN BOARD MEETING By reason of the High Holy Days starting on Wednesday, October 4th, at sundown, by unani- mous consent, the undersigned changed the date of the first regular Town Board meeting in October from Wednesday evening, October 4th, to Tuesday evening, October 3rd. The meeting will be held at 8:15 p. m. in the Auditorium of the Weaver Street Firehouse, Weaver St:17 of Mamaroneck. r Supervisor Councilmen 290 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD OCTOBER 3, 1967 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 Kane Councilwoman Helwig Councilman Quadrine Councilman Chalif Councilman Faiola Absent: None Also Present: Mr. Johnston - Town Attorney Mrs. Brewer - Deputy Clerk (Mr. Gronberg absent - Registration) APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the Special Meeting of August 16, 1967 and the Regular Meeting of September 6, 1967 were approv- ed as submitted. OLD BUSINESS 1. Application - Swimming Pool Permit Mr. Anton Schramm, 1245 Palmer Avenue Pursuant to direction at the last meeting, notification of the subject application was sent to the following pro- perty owners in the area of the proposed pool with replies received as noted herebelow and filed for the record: Mr. Donald Sturtz - No objection 1251 Palmer Avenue Mr. & Mrs. Seth Sharpless 1241 Palmer Avenue - No objection Nardy Building, Inc. - No reply c/o Mr. Salvadore Fazio 30 Weaver Street Thereupon, since each of the members of the Board had personally viewed the site and there were no further questions, on motion by Councilman Chalif, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, the following resolution was offered pursuant to the memorandum of the Building -1- 291 Inspector dated October 3, 1967, which was herewith presented and filed with the application: WHEREAS, Mr. Anton Schramm has presented an application for a permit to construct a swimming pool and appurtenances on premises located at 1245 Palmer Avenue, Larchmont, New York, and known as Block 401 Parcel 82 on the Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaro- neck; and WHEREAS, the Building Inspector of the Town of Mamaroneck has examined the plans and specifications for the proposed pool as revised and amended, and WHEREAS, the Building Inspector finds that the revised plans and specifications as amended and supplemented to include certain recommended conditions conform in all res- pects with the requirements of the Swimming Pool Ordinance (Article 23 of the Building Code) and therefore recommends that the appli- cation be approved; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application of Mr. Anton Schramm for a permit to construct a swimming pool on their premises located at 1245 Palmer Avenue, Larchmont, and known as Block 401 Parcel 82 on the Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck, is hereby approved, and the Building Inspector is hereby authorized to issue a permit for same provided the pool is constructed in conformance with the revised plans and specifications submitted and filed with the revised application as amended and supplemented to show compliance with the following conditions: 1. That the fence along the easterly and southerly side of the pool have a mini- mum height of 4 feet. 2. That 5 foot high evergreen trees be plant- ed along the southerly and easterly side of the pool to form a screen. 3. That access to the pool be through a self- closing and locking gate or door. 4. That the 12" drain pipe from the pool to the storm drain be increased to 2". -2- 5. That no temporary or portable cabanas or awnings be placed on the property. 6. That any contemplated above-ground area lighting be shielded and directed away from the neighboring properties. 7. That the applicant shall obtain a build- ing permit within thirty days (30) of the filing of the resolution with the Town Clerk and the work is to be com- pleted within one year of date of said resolution. and be it further RESOLVED, that all work must be completed and the owner obtain a Certificate of occupancy from the Building Inspector before the pool is used. 2. Planning Board Report - Bonnie Briar Swimming Pool The Supervisor presented the report of the Planning Board on the application of Bonnie Briar Country Club for permit to construct a new swimming pool and relat- ed facilities as requested at the last meeting of the Board, and following some discussion in accordance with his suggestion that a Public Hearing as was re- quired by law be held at the next meeting and the Clerk authorized to publish the Notice therefor, on motion by Councilman Chalif, seconded by Councilman Quadrine, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes publication in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, The Daily Times, of Notice of Public Hearing before this Board on October 18, 1967 at 8:15 p. m., in the Council Room of the Weaver Street Firehouse, Weaver Street, Town of Mamaroneck, to con- sider the application of Bonnie Briar Country Club for an extension of its existing Special Use in a Residential District (R-30 Zone) to allow the construction of a new swimming pool and related facilities as required by law. NEW BUSINESS 1. Appointment Dog Enumerator (Eugene Agnessanto) Pursuant to communication addressed to the Supervisor by the State of New York Department of Agriculture and Maekets under date of September 22, 1967, and in accord with the Town Clerk's recommendation, on motion Councilman Faiola, seconded by Councilman Chalif, it was unanimously -3- 293 RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 108 of the Agriculture and Markets Law, Eugene Agnessanto of 83 Myrtle Boulevard, Town, be and he hereby is appointed Dog Enume- rator in the unincorporated area of the Town of Mamaroneck for the year 1968. COMMUNICATIONS 1. Letter, Murray Avenue PTA - Weaver Street Sidewalk Palmer Ave. to Post Road The Supervisor presented a letter addressed to the Board by Mrs. Harry R. Clerk, Chairman, Health and Safety Council, and Mrs. Donald H. Chapin, President of the Mamaroneck Avenue PTA, under date of Septem- ber 27, 1967 earnestly requesting construction of side- walk on Weaver Street between Palmer Avenue and Post Road in the interests of the safety of the children who would be attending the new Middle School, which was ordered received and filed for the record. At the Supervisor's request, the matter was discussed at some length by the Attorney who explained the legal restrictions connected with sidewalk installations on State highways as is Weaver Street, New York State High- way #125. - The Attorney pointed out at some length ways and means he believed a Township could proceed by the establish- ment of an Improvement District in which case it would be necessary for the municipality involved to set aside an appropriation for maps, plans and appraisals for the construction of the sidewalk, etc.; the governing body would then define the improvement area as to size, how to finance the cost of the improvement, etc. and would then in accordance with law set a date, publish the necessary Notice and hold a public hearing thereupon. Any resolution so adopted would be subject to Permis- sive Referendum. Councilman Chalif inquired at this point whether it might not be well before proceeding at all to determine which side of the street was best suited for sidewalk installation and the amount of property, if any, neces- sary to be acquired before any expenditure is made to which the Attorney replied in the affirmative. Councilman Chalif then asked whether it would be in order for the Attorney to perhaps go to Albany first to discuss this entire matter with the State to which suggestion the entire Board enthusiastically agreed as well as the Attorney. Councilman Chalif commented that it was his feeling such a trip might shorten the method of proceeding in this entire situation. The Supervisor then asked whether the State declined any responsibility in the matter of sidewalk installa- tion on State highways and was advised by the Attorney that this was the case and that the State does not per- mit a municipality to do so without obtaining a permit -4- 294 from the New York State Department of Public Works. The Supervisor concluded the discussion referring the matter to the Attorney for attention and further report to this Board at his early convenience. 2. Letter, Mrs. Martha E. Munzer The Supervisor presented for the Board's information the following letter addressed to the Town Board by Mrs. Martha E. Munzer of 352 Palmer Avenue, Mamaroneck, under date of October 2, 1967: "This is a brief note to let you know what you must surely know already, how valuable has been the community and education work the Town has sponsored in the area of conservation. "I have just been asked to do some similar work in Riverdale and find that I can bring to this task the "knowhow" of Mamaroneck.' This is only one instance of the fact that our Town is serv- ing as an important model throughout the field. "I do hope we wont rest on our laurels but will continue to pioneer in this increasingly impor- tant field." The members of the Board expressed their appreciation of Mrs. Munzer's letter and requested Mrs. Helwig to convey their message to Mrs. Munzer and their intent to "not rest on their laurels" but to proceed in every possible way in this important field of endeavor. 3. PSC Notice - Bus fares, West Fordham Transportation Corporation At the supervisor's request, the Attorney presented a Notice from the Public Service Commission stating that, at a session held in Albany on September 26th on the revisions in fares proposed by West Fordham, the Commission ordered that the present fares continue until a date for hearing in this matter was fixed. During discussion, the Board unanimously expressed its opposition to any fare increases and requested that its position be voiced at the time of the hearing on such proposal. 4. Expense Authorizations - Police Commission a) Narcotics School Pursuant to request of the Board of Police Commis- sioners dated September 18, 1967 herewith presented and filed for the record, on motion by Councilman Chalif, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, it was unani- mously -5- 295 RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the expenditure of a sum not to exceed $50. to cover the cost of travel and luncheons for an officer at the Narcotics School con- ducted by the Narcotics Bureau of New York City Police Department for a period of two weeks. b) Seminar - Revisions to Penal Law Pursuant to request of the Board of Police Commissioners dated September 18, 1967, herewith presented and filed for the record, on motion by Councilman Chalif, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the expenditure of a sum not to exceed $15. for three officers' registration and luncheon at a seminar on Revisions to the Penal Law held at Iona College. REPORTS The Town Clerk - - In the absence of the Town Clerk the Supervisor presented the following reports which were herewith ordered received and filed for the record: State of New York Commission of Correction Report - Town Lockup, Mamaroneck, dated September 14, 1967. Report of Receiver of Taxes and Assessments for the month of September 1967. Report of the Building & Plumbing Inspector for the month of September 1967. Town Clerk's Report for the month of August 1967. Summary of Receipts & Disbursements - January 1, 1967 - August 31, 1967. The Supervisor - - 1. Transfer of Funds - Hommocks Area Pursuant to memorandum addressed to the Supervisor by the Comptroller under date of October 2, 1967 herewith present- ed by him and ordered received and filed for the record, on motion by Councilman Chalif, seconded by Councilman Faiola, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the following transfer of funds within the 1967 Budget and Surplus Funds: -6- From: General Town Surplus A/C 501 $19,685. To- Hommocks Improvement Area A/C 509B 19,685. 2. Appointment U. N. Day Chairman (Mr. George D. Burchell) The Supervisor advised the Board that U. N. Week was October 22 to 28, 1967 with U. N. Day the 24th and that Mr. Burchell was willing to accept the Chairman- ship again this year, therefore placing his name in nomination and inquiring the Board's pleasure. whereupon since there were no further nominations, on motion by Councilwoman Helwig, seconded by Councilman Chalif, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby appoints George D. Burchell Chairman of U. N. Week, October 22_- 28 and U. N. Day October 24 for the year 1967. Councilman Chali£ - - 1. Expense Authorization - Chairman Planning Board - 29th Annual Institute of State Federation Planning Organizations. Councilman Chalif presented request of Mr. Fred Maggini, Chairman of the Planning Board, to attend the 29th Annual Institute of the New York State Federation of Official Planning organizations and after expressing his pleasure that Mr. Maggini had indicated his desire to attend and how worthwhile he felt this conference would be, on his motion, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes Fred L. Maggini, Chairman of the Planning Board of the Town of Mamaroneck, to attend the 29th Annual Planning institute conducted by the New York State Federation of Official Planning organizations to be held at Monticello, New York, from October 15th through October 17th, 1967 with expenses paid by the Town in a sum not to exceed $100. - Councilwoman Helwig - - 1. Beautification - Expense Authorization Councilwoman Helwig advised the Board that the Town would have an exhibit entitled "The Mamaroneck Story" -7- 2 at the Westchester Conference on Beautification and Conservation in the County Center, Tuesday, October 10th. In connection with this, she requested that the expenses of those attending be paid by the Town and thereupon on her motion, seconded by Councilman Chalif, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the expenditure of a sum not to exceed $50. to cover the cost of registration fees and luncheon for Mr. Leddy, Mrs. Helwig, and others attending the Westchester Conference on Beautification and Conservation at the County Center Tuesday, October 10, 1967. 2. Letter - Mr. Charles C. Morrison, Natural Beauty Commission Mrs. Helwig read for the Board's information a letter addressed to her by Mr. Charles C. Morrison of the Natural Beauty Commission highly commending the Town of Mamaroneck on its Conservation Program. The members of the Board complimented Councilwoman Helwig on her efforts in this program and ordered the communication received and filed for the record. Councilman Quadrine - - 1. Authorization for Payment - Miceli Claim Pursuant to memorandum of the Town Engineer dated Sep- tember 29, 1967, herewith presented by Councilman Quadrine and ordered received and filed for the record, on his motion, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes payment of the claim of Sal Miceli in the sum of $300. for cutting back the earth bank along Hommocks Road as specified by and aoproved by the Town Engineer. 2. Authorization to Advertise for Bids - Sidewalk and Street Repairs, Murray Avenue Pursuant to memorandum of the Engineer dated September 29, 1967, herewith presented by Councilman Quadrine and ordered received and filed for the record, on his motion, seconded by Councilman Faiola, it was unani- mously RESOLVED, that in accordance with law, the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to publish in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaro- neck, The Daily Times, a Notice for sealed bids -8- 298 to be returnable, opened and read aloud at a regular meeting of this Board on Wednesday evening, October 18, 1967, at 8:15 p. m. in the Council Room of the Weaver Street Firehouse, Weaver Street, Town of Mamaroneck, for the in- stallation of sidewalk and repair of portions of Murray Avenue removed by the relocated por- tion of the Town sewer required to circumvent the collapsed section of sewer. 3. Authorization to Advertise for Bids - Weaver Street Firehouse Alteration Pursuant to memorandum of the Engineer dated September 29, 1967, herewith presented by Councilman Quadrine and ordered received and filed for the record, on his motion, seconded by Councilman Faiola, it was unani- mously RESOLVED, that in accordance with law, the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to publish in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaro- neck, The Daily Times, a Notice for sealed bids to be returnable, opened and read aloud at a regular meeting of this Board on Wednesday even- ing, October 18, 1967, at 8:15 p. m. in the Council Room of the Weaver Street Firehouse, Weaver Street, Town of Mamaroneck, for firehouse alterations as set forth in said Notice. 4. Report on Street Lighting Bids Pursuant to memorandum of the Engineer dated September 8, 1967 herewith presented by Councilman Quadrine and ordered received and filed for the record, on his motion, seconded by Councilman Chalif, it was unani- mously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby accepts the only bid, that of General Electric Supply, opened and read aloud at the September 6, 1967 meeting for street lighting equipment in accordance with recommendation of the Town Comptroller, Attorney and Engineer. 5. Progress Report - Street Lighting Councilman Quadrine presented the Progress Report addressed to the Board by the Town Engineer advising that a savings of $2,705.20 had been realized on the street lighting program conducted by Town forces - since the purchase of the aerial truck in 1966, which was herewith ordered received and filed. -9- 299 6. Authorization for Payment - Carducci Claim Pursuant to memorandum of the Comptroller dated Octo- ber 2, 1967 presented by Councilman Quadrine and order- ed received and filed for the record, on his motion, seconded by Councilman Chalif, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes payment of the claim of Joseph Carducci, Inc. in the amount of $13,681.40 for repairing Murray Avenue sewer break as authorized by resolution of this Board adopted on June 7, 1967. 7. Approval of Bid - Repaving North Chatsworth Avenue Councilman Quadrine presented memorandum of the Engineer dated October 3, 1967 which was herewith ordered receiv- ed and filed for the record, and on his motion, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that pursuant to recommendation of the Town Engineer, this Board hereby accepts the low bid, to wit, that of Nigro Brothers in the sum of $19.00 per ton in place at a total cost not to exceed the sum of $5,700. for the resurfacing of North Chatsworth Avenue in accordance with the specifications set forth in the Notice for Bids, and be it further RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to return the bid deposit checks to all but the successful bidder. Councilman Faiola - - 1. Youth Council Report Councilman Faiola reported on Monday evening's meet- ing of the Youth Committee and presented Mrs. Maurice Mermey, R. Sidney Albert and Mrs. Philip H. Reisman who were present this evening representing the said Committee. Mrs. Mermey addressed the Board requesting that the balance of the funds,which had been raised by the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Teen Club for a Canteen but never expended and therefore legally turned over to the Town Recreation Commission in establishing new Recreation Programs for youth, be released to the Youth Committee for the purpose of refurbishing the room used as the Youth Center. She further pointed out that the committee was indeed grateful to St. Thomas Church for providing the home -10- - 300 for the Center but stated that there could be no question of recognition of the needs for "warming up" this room. She went on to say the improvements needed included a ceiling to cover the pipes, improved lighting and wall panelling. It was pointed out by Mr. Albert that teenagers have frequently remarked on the "uncomfortable" atmosphere of the Center's space which he felt needed a homier atmosphere. Councilwoman Helwig then suggested that the request be referred to the Recreation Commission for its considera- tion and that Mrs. Mermey accompanied by Mr. Albert and Mrs. Reisman attend that Commission's meeting next Mon- day evening. Mrs. Mermey expressed her thanks to the Board for its time and consideration and also expressed for the record the Committee's appreciation of Councilman Faiola's in- terest and services as Liaison from this Board. 2. Fire Prevention Week Councilman Faiola informed the Board that the week of October 9, 1967 was Fire Prevention Week and that it would be observed by all Fire Departments. He further stated that it was planned to have an engine in front of each of the schools remarks, "this year the fire equipment will go to the children instead of the child- ren going to the firehouse. He also advised that a drill would be conducted in New Rochelle using New Rochelle Fire Department facilities on October 15th and requested a resolution absolving that city from any liability for Town of Mamaroneck fire equipment and/or personnel. Whereupon, on his motion, seconded by Councilman Chalif, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Commission hereby grants permission to the Town of Mamaroneck Fire Department to conduct a drill in the City of New Rochelle on October 15, 1967 using cer- tain facilities of the City of New Rochelle Fire Department, it being understood that the City of New Rochelle is not liable or respon- sible for any accident to the Town of Mamaro- neck Fire Department personnel and/or equip- ment during said drill. The Town Attorney - - 1. Report - Public Service Commission Hearing - Bus Applications -11- 0. The Attorney reported on the public Service Commission Hearing on the West Fordham Transportation Corporation's applications for additional bus routes held at 199 Church Street, New York City recently at which Council- man Chalif appeared as expert witness on behalf of the Town. 2. Authorization for Release of prior Easement and Acceptance of Replacement - Briar Hill - Section 2. Pursuant to the Attorney's request for release of the prior Easement Agreement from Briar Hill (Addee Holding Corporation) and acceptance of the easement replacing same, on motion by Councilman Chalif, seconded by Councilman Quadrine, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the release of an Easement Agreement previous- ly recorded in the County Clerk's Office of Westchester County on September 7, 1965, and acceptance in its stead of a new Easement Agreement from Addee Holding Corporation which the Town Attorney was instructed to record. OTHER BUSINESS 1. Bonnie Briar Application - New Swimming Pool In reply to questions by officials of the Bonnie Briar Country Club, Inc. regarding compl aints on the Club's application to construct a new swimming pool, Mr. Widulski, the Town Engineer, at the Supervisor's request advised that Mr. and Mrs. Piper and Mr. Lee Whitestone, the owners of nearby properties on Weaver Street, had already been in inquiring as to the loca- tion of the pool and had not thus far voiced any objections to the application. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meet- ing, on motion duly made and seconded, it was declared adjourned at 9:15 p. m. to reconvene on October 18, 1967. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners was con- vened immediately upon adjournment of the Town Board meeting. -12- 30 1. Claims Commissioner Faiola presented for approval and authori- zation of payment the Fire Department claims, and there- upon on his motion, seconded by Commissioner Chalif, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the following Fire Department claims as audited by the Comptroller and ap- proved by the Fire Chief are hereby approved, and the Supervisor and Comptroller hereby authorized to pay the same out of the Fire Department budget for 1967: Atlantic Exterminating Corp. $ 7.00 R. G. Brewer, Inc. 43.75 Con Edison 5.00 Con Edison 90.37 Dri-Chem Extinguisher Co. 42.75 Excelsior Auto Repair & Mach. Wks. 101.61 Gulf Oil Corp. 80.75 Nicholas La Russell 9.65 McGuire Bros., Inc. 11.32 New York Telephone Co. 7.43 New York Telephone Co. 35.75 $435.38 2. Reports Commissioner Faiola presented the Fire Report for the month of September 1967, which was ordered received and filed for the record. 3. Communications There were no communications to be presented at this time. 4. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the meet- ing, on motion duly made and seconded, it was declared adjourned at 9:20 p. m., to reconvene on October 18, 1967. o erk -13-