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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1968_04_03 Town Board Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD APRIL 3, 1968, IN THE COUNCIL ROOM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE, WEA- VER 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 Chalif Councilman Faiola Councilman Nagel Absent: None Also Present: Mr. Gronberg - Town Clerk Mr. Johnston - Town Attorney Mrs. Brewer - Deputy Clerk Mr. Altieri - Comptroller Mr. Widulski - Engineer APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of March 6, 1968 — Upon submission of the minutes of the regular meeting of March 6, 1968, Councilman Chalif recommended that the resolution denying the application of Flinn Motor Corp. as contained on page 2 there- of, be amended so as to set forth the reasons for denial of the ap- plication, and thereupon moved its amendment in accordance with the resolution he then presented. The foregoing motion was seconded by Councilman Faiola, and the following resolution adopted by unanimous vote of the Board, all members thereof being present and voting "Aye": RESOLVED, that the resolution on page 2 of the minutes of the regular meeting of March 6, 1968, which reads as follows: "RESOLVED, that this Board affirms the decision of the Building Inspector denying a permit to Flinn Mo- tor Corp. for the erection of four (4) non-conforming business signs on the premises located at 18 Boston Post Road and known as Block 411, Parcel 249 on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck" be amended so as to read as follows: -- WHEREAS, Robert Flinn, as the owner of property known as 18 Boston Post Road, Larchmont, New York, and as more particularly set forth on the Tax Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 411, Parcel 249 has submitted to the Building Department three applications seeking per- mission to install four different signs which would replace -1- 124 existing non-conforming signs as follows: a) one free-standing sign having an area of 34 square feet and which will stand over 15 feet above ground; b) one projecting sign measuring 4 feet 1-1/8 inches by 3 feet 4 inches; c) two pylon signs; all of the above to be illuminated signs; and WHEREAS, said applications were denied by the Building Inspector on the following grounds: 1. As to the free-standing sign, said sign did not com- ply with Article 19, Section 8 of the Building Code in that the sign would have a total height of more than 15 feet and a face area of more than 30 feet; 2. As to the projecting sign, the application was de- nied on the ground that it did not comply with Article 19, Section 8 of the Building Code because projecting signs are prohibited by said Code; 3. As to the application for permission to install two pylon signs, this also was in violation of Article 19, Section 8 of the Building Code in that the proposed signs will exceed the maximum face area of 30 square feet as permitted by the Building Code and on the ad- ditional ground that only one pylon sign could be sub- stituted for a free-standing sign; and WHEREAS, the applicant submitted as his reasons for seeking a variance so as to allow all of the above set forth signs, the ground that "the proposed signs will not create a traffic hazard, will not devaluate the surround- ing properties, and will be in conformity with the area, and is necessary for proper identification of the dealer"; and WHEREAS, the applicant has applied to this Board for a variance from the controlling provisions of Article 19 of the Building Code of the Town of Mamaroneck pursuant to Section 12 of said Article; and WHEREAS, a public hearing was duly called before this Board at its regular meeting had on February 21, 1968, pursuant to Section 12 of Article 19 of the Building Code, and the Building Inspector having submitted his report which was ordered received and filed for the record; and WHEREAS, the Board has examined the plans, reviewed -2- 125 the applications, and has heard all persons interested in the applications, and finds that the conditions and stan- dards required by Article 19, Section 8 of the Building Code of the Town of Mamaroneck will not be met; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application of Robert Flinn is here- by denied on the following grounds: a. As to sign No. 1 - The free-standing illuminated sign of 16 feet 4 inches in height with a face area of 34 square feet. The applicant has not shown that hard- ship will be caused by his having to reduce the height of said sign to conform with the Ordinance - namely to 15 feet, nor reduce the face area of the sign by 4 square feet so as to conform with the Ordinance which requires an area of 30 square feet. b. As to sign No. 2 - The projecting illuminated wall sign having dimensions of 4 feet 1-1/8 inches by 3 feet 4 inches. This sign will not comply with the Sign Ordinance in that it would project from the building instead of being placed flat and parallel with the front wall. The proposed sign will have an over- all height of more than 3 feet. The applicant has not shown that hardship will occur by having the proposed sign conform with the Ordinance provisions as set forth in Section 8 of Article 19 of the Building Code. c. As to the pylon signs - The application sought here is really for 2 pylon signs - each of a dimension of 13 feet 1 inch by 3 feet 11-5/8 inches, having a total sign area of 52 square feet per sign. The proposed signs are to replace non-conforming signs located on both sides of an existing pylon. The proposed signs will not comply with the Ordinance because the total area would exceed 30 square feet and only one pylon sign can be substituted for a free-standing sign. The foregoing resolution was declared duly adopted with the Clerk directed to forward certified copies to the applicant and Building Inspector. Minutes of March 8, 1968 The minutes of the special meeting of March 8, 1968 were submitted and upon motion duly made and seconded, approved as presented. Minutes of March 20, 1968 The minutes of the regular meeting of March 20, 1968 were sub- mitted. Councilman Faiola requested that the word "antenna" on pages 10 and 11 thereof be changed to read "antenna tower", and _. thereupon on his motion, duly seconded, were approved as corrected. OLD BUSINESS 1. Contract for Rental of Voting Machines The Clerk presented the contract for the rental of eight Automatic -3- x.26 Voting Machines and requested that the Supervisor be authorized to execute same on behalf of the Town. Councilman Chalif inquired whether the contract had been re- viewed by the Town Attorney, and upon the Clerk's assurance that it would be prior to signing by the Supervisor, offered the following resolution which was seconded by Councilman Nagel and adopted by unanimous vote of the Board: RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Su- pervisor to execute on behalf of the Town of Mamaro- neck, the contract with Automatic Voting Machine Di- vision of AVM Corporation of Jamestown, New York, for the rental of eight (8) Automatic Voting Machines of the Nine Party Row, Thirty (30) Office Column Size, at the rental price of $165. 30 each, said con- tract to be signed subject to approval by the Town Attorney. Z. Progress Report - Weaver Street Sidewalk The Attorney reported that he had been in conference today with the Real Estate Appraiser, and yesterday had engaged the ser- vices of a Landscape Architect to appraise the trees and shrub- beries located on the properties to be taken for the proposed walk. He further advised that upon receipt of these appraisals, the members of the Board could confer and thence start nego- tiations with the property owners concerned so as to acquire the needed lands. Additionally, he reported receipt of a call from a Mr. Howard Grant who was gravely concerned about certain shrubberies lo- cated on that portion of his property which was to be taken for the sidewalk. He advised that after talking with Mr. Grant, he had arranged to meet with him on Easter Sunday morning since Mr. Grant would be out of the country until the day before Easter and would again be leaving the day after Easter. Councilman Chalif inquired whether any surveying had been completed, to which the Attorney replied that some had. The Engineer reported that this morning he had walked the site of the proposed walk with Mr. Lane, the Appraiser, delineat- ing to him the specific areas of taking, and that it was expected that the complete appraisal of all of the various properties would be available in the imminent future. Councilman Chalif asked whether the Town was within its time- schedule -- and was assured that it was as of this date. Mr. Peter Mosher 14 North Chatsworth Avenue Mr. Mosher remarked that about a year ago, the State had been making surveys of property it owned along Weaver Street with a view toward the possible widening of the said street -- and asked whether any part of the section on which the proposed side- walk was to be constructed would be subject to such a widening were it to be undertaken by the State at some future date. -4- 2 Councilwoman Helwig replied that this had been checked with the County and that the Town had been advised that the State had no plans for widening Weaver Street below Quaker Ridge Road. She further stated that the Town had been assured that were such a project to be under- taken by the State, it would be solely and completely responsible for moving any sidewalk that had been mean- while constructed by the Town. Councilman Chalif then brought to attention an alternate plan proposed by the State which had to do with a possible widening of Pine Brook Boulevard, a street running paral- lel to Weaver Street and perhaps more adaptable to the State' s purpose. NEW BUSINESS 1. Change of date of April 17th Meeting The Supervisor called to the Board' s attention that a personal matter would prevent one of the Board member's attendance at the April 17th meeting, inquiring the Board' s pleasure on changing the April 17th meeting date. Whereupon, on motion by Councilman Chalif, seconded by Councilman Faiola, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the second regular meeting of-- this Board in April be held on Thursday even- ___ ing, April 18, 1968, rather than on Wednesday evening, April 17 , 1968, at the same time and in the same place. 2. Good Friday - 12 o ' clock closing - Town Office The Supervisor inquired the Board ' s pleasure in the matter of the customary 12 o ' clock closing of the Town Office on Good Friday. Whereupon, on motion by Councilman Chalif, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that the Town of Mamaroneck offices be clos- ed at 12 :00 N on Good Friday, April 12, 1968. COMMUNICATIONS 1. Letter, Mrs. Hiebert - Memo, Commissioner Moore The Supervisor presented a letter addressed to him and the Town Board by Mrs. Dolores Hiebert, 38 Myrtle Boule- vard, Larchmont under date of March 24, 1968 which had -5- 128 been referred to Commissioner Moore of the Police Commis- sion by the Supervisor, together with a memorandum ad- dressed to the Supervisor in reply thereto by Commissioner Moore both of which were herewith ordered received and filed for the record. 2. Memorandum - Commissioner Moore (Not on Agenda) At the Supervisor ' s request, the Clerk read for the infor- mation of the Board, a memorandum addressed to the Super- visor by Thomas F. Moore, Jr. , Chairman of the Board of Police Commissioners under date of March 29, 1968, which pertained to the establishment of Youth Bureaus in Police Departments, and which, since copies thereof had been for- warded to each member of the Board, was thereupon ordered received and filed for the record. REPORTS The Town Clerk - - The Town 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, 1968. Report of the Building & Plumbing Inspector -- for the month of March, 1968. Town Clerk' s Report for the month of March, 1968. Report of the Municipal Dog Patrol for the month of March, 1968. Westchester Shore Humane Society, Inc. Report for the month of March, 1968. Affidavits of Publication and Posting of No- tice of Adoption of Local Law #1 for 1968. Notice of Filing of Local Law #1 for the year 1968 by Election and Law Bureau of the New York State Department of State. The Supervisor - - 1. Report on Reapportionment (Not on Agenda) The Supervisor spoke briefly on the present status quo of "reapportionment" which had, of course, been fully covered in the press, stating that there was very little -6- ,29 to be said pending the Board of Supervisors ' decision which must be made on Monday, April 8th. 2. Student Government Day in County (Not on Agenda) The Supervisor reported that this year two young gentle- men from Mamaroneck had been elected to serve as repre- sentatives on Student Government Day, one in the County as Chairman of the Board of Supervisors. 3. Junior League Meeting - Central School, March 28, 1968 The Supervisor reported on the excellent meeting conduct- ed last Thursday evening at Central School by the Junior League of Larchmont, highly complimenting the group on the evening ' s session at which all of the members of this Board had been present. Councilman Faicla said that he felt it would be very nice if a note were sent by the Supervisor on behalf of the Board conveying its commendation and appreciation to the League for the time and effort it had devoted to prepar- ing and presenting "Profile of a Community" , which meet- ing he concluded was a fine public service to the resi- dents of the community. Councilwoman Helwig - - 1. Apportionments Councilwoman Helwig presented for authorization, the following petitions submitted by the Assessor for the correction of the assessment roll so as to permit the apportionment of taxes, and thereupon on her motion, seconded by Councilman Chalif, the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote of the Board: WHEREAS, the Assessor has presented a petition for the correction of the assessment roll for certain years pursuant to the provisions of Section 557, Article 16 of the Westchester County Administrative Code, known as the West- chester 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 1967, taxes of 1968, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows : -7- 13 Block Parcel Name Land Imp. Total 934 423 Thomas D. Barr & W. $4800. $16, 000. $20,800. be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557 : Block Parcel Name Land Imp. Total 934 423 Thomas D. Barr & W. $2400. $16, 000. $18,400. 934 510 Cornelia H. Barr 2400. 2,400. and be it further RESOLVED, that the assessment roll of 1967, taxes of 1968, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows : Block Parcel Name Land Only 713 356 Wm Eipel & ors $ 5,700. be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557 : Block Parcel Name Land Only 713 356 John J. Fox,Jr. & W. $ 2,800. 713 367 P.M. Schoenberger & W. 2,800. _ 713 556 Paul M. Sweezy & W. 100. 2. Report on Premium River Properties Councilwoman Helwig stated that before she began she would hope that Trustee Purves and Mr. Lawrence Lowy who were in the hall would be called into the meeting. Upon Trustee Purves ' and Mr. Lowy' s entrance, Mrs. Helwig presented reports on the proposed acquisition and develop- ment of the Premium River properties submitted by the Planning Board under date of March 28, 1968, the Conserva- tion Advisory Committee under date of March 29, 1968, and the Recreation Commission under the same date, copies of which had been forwarded to each member of the Board and all of which were herewith ordered received and filed as part of the record of this meeting. She then advised that each recommendation had been review- ed with a Committee of Representatives from the Village of Larchmont and that these recommendations had been found to be in accordance with the Master Plan which had been pre- sented to the Town in 1966. She further stated that the recommendations which had the preliminary approval of the Village of Larchmont representatives would fill a need for recreational facilities in the area and that a valu- able part of the community' s natural environment would -8- thus be preserved if the land acquired were not over- developed. She further stated that the plan as modified would be compatible for both recreation needs and the preserva- tion of the natural ecology of the area. She emphasiz- ed the importance of a coordinated project to preclude duplication of facilities and to separate the various kinds of uses. The conservation areas would include river walks, maintained by the Conservation Advisory Committee, and the recreation programs,a kind of co- operative planning for providing such programs as pre- sently existing in Flint Park. The modifications to the present proposal omit certain land acquisitions, a conservatory greenhouse, an obser- vatory, an expository center, water and electrical systems, and macadam walks; retained would be play areas, observation points, some trails and bridges, and under recreation, courts, a play-yard, and some parking area. The costs of the present proposal, she said, reflected a considerable reduction from the original estimate of some $207,254. to approximately $23, 300. for development of the area. The appraised value of land to be acquired is approximately $45, 000. She concluded her presentation stating that she felt the next steps which needed to be taken would be to obtain additional appraisals, title searches, etc. and to hold consultations with the bonding attorneys following which, she said, she believed a joint meeting with the Village Board would be timely and of prime necessity in bringing to fruition the plans for this area which had always been conceived as being contingent upon coordinated action. Councilwoman Helwig then stated that she would like now to recognize Trustee Purves of the Larchmont Village Board and Mr. Lawrence Lowy both of whom had been of in- valuable help during all of the preliminary discussions and stages of this proposal. Trustee Purves stated that the Larchmont Board had just received a report by Trustee Forrest, that all members had approved the reduction in costs, and that the Trus- tees heartily favored the use of most of this land for conservation purposes. Mr. Lowy commended the Village and Town on being able to coordinate their efforts so as to realize the maximum use of this land in the proposal. Mr. Sidney Bahrt, 64 Kane Avenue, Larchmont Mr. Bahrt, who stated that he and his wife were bird watchers, observed that he was most favorably inclined toward the project but hoped that there would be little recreation in the area since he felt Flint and Willow -9= 132 Parks amply provided for any recreation needs in the area. —He added that he thought the Premium River area should be kept for conservation and, of course, if too much activity were developed in the area, all wild-life would be chased away, particularly stressing this phase since this pro- perty was one of the few natural wild-life areas left in the entire vicinity. Councilman Chalif questioned whether there was any dif- ference in meaning between the term "conservation area" and "forever-wild area". Councilwoman Helwig said that technically the term "forever- wild" meant inhabited only by beasts, flora, and fauna - in other words, the shutting out of persons - whereas "conservation" meant to conserve the area wild life but to permit persons to enter so that they could enjoy the "conserved" area. Mr. Anthony Gagliardi, 20 Bonnie Way Mr. Gagliardi asked whether he had understood correctly that the cost of the proposed acquisition of land would be $207, 000. Councilwoman Helwig replied that this was the first estimated cost of development only but that through modification of the plans and proposals, it had been reduced to approximately $80, 000. for both develop- ment and acquisition of land as she had previously point- ed out. Mr. Gagliardi then inquired whether such figures included the loss of taxes from the roll, to which Councilwoman Helwig replied that the properties were land-locked and were mainly marshland. The assessed valuation, she said, is small and the loss of tax revenue is negligible. Councilman Faiola then inquired of Trustee Purves whether he would agree that the one thing that should be concen- trated on at this time, the prime factor, was to acquire the land and then proceed to its development which then could be worked out in detail, to which Mr. Purves replied that he would definitely so agree. Mr. Paul W. Flagg, 2C Shadow Lane Mr. Flagg, Vice President of the Pine Brook Association, inquired the appraisal figure for the property to be acquired. Mrs. Helwig replied that the property to be acquired by the Town was appraised at $45, 000. She point- ed out that this was only that land to be acquired by the Town, and that this figure had nothing to do with any lands to be acquired by the Village. Mr. Flagg then asked whether summary figures were avail- able. Trustee Purves replied that they were not since the Village was just now getting its appraisal figures, adding that as soon as these were available, he was in -10- I 03 complete agreement with Councilwoman Helwig ' s suggestion that a joint meeting of the two Boards be held as he felt such a meeting would be most advantageous to furthering the project. Mr. Gagliardi asked whether he understood correctly that the Town would go ahead with this proposal without know- ing the cost, to which the Supervisor replied that it would not and Councilman Chalif explained that the Village would obtain its figures and acquire its land with the Town doing likewise, and that then the two committees would coordinate in planning the project. Councilman Faiola - - 1. Report - Junior League Meeting This report was covered by the Supervisor. 2. Report - Hazardous Shrubs on Colonial Avenue and Judson and Edgewood Intersection Councilman Faiola reported with respect to the hazardous condition to driving of shrubbery along Colonial Avenue and the Judson and Edgewood intersection, that all pro- perty owners involved had been notified with the situ- ations under correction. He stated further that the same procedure would be followed by the Town Engineer with respect to some half dozen other locations which had been called to attention since the last Board meeting. 3. Shifting of Sixth Grade Classes - Murray and Chatsworth Avenue Schools (Not on Agenda) Councilman Faiola called to attention the article appear- ing in last night' s paper regarding the shifting of the 6th grade pupils from the Murray Avenue School to the Mamaroneck Avenue School and the 6th graders from the Chatsworth Avenue School to the Central School as of next September. He said he was much concerned about the possible traffic hazards which might result in both pedes- trian and vehicular traffic and suggested that the Board of Education be contacted immediately to ascertain its plans and offer any cooperation this Board might be able to give the School Board in resolving such matters, which was so directed. Councilman Nagel - - 1. Request for Resolution for Joint Economies Study Committee Councilman Nagel requested the Board to adopt a resolu- tion which would enable the Town' s financial officer to -13- work with the financial officers of the two Villages in the matter of possible joint purchasing. He advised that the Village of Larchmont had unanimously adopted such a resolution on Monday night which he then presented saying that he felt this to be an excellent resolution and sug- gesting that the Town adopt a like one. whereupon, on his motion, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: RESOLVED, that the Town of Mamaroneck desires the Village of Mamaroneck to participate with the Town of Mamaroneck and the Village of Larchmont in the Joint Village-Town Operations Economy Committee. Therefore, the Town of Mamaroneck extends a warm welcome to the Vil- lage of Mamaroneck to join in studying ways and means to improve efficiency of services and reduce costs to the taxpayer. The Town of Mamaroneck is aware of the informal assis- tance already rendered by the Village of Mamaroneck and Trustee Westfall and extends its appreciation, and be it further RESOLVED, that the Town of Mamaroneck is desirous of achieving economies in operations by participating in joint purchasing arrange- ments with the Village of Larchmont and its affiliated boards and commissions and with the Village of Mamaroneck wherever such arrange- ments are practical. Therefore, the Town Comp- troller is authorized and directed to explore the opportunities for joint purchasing with the above governments and to effectuate the necessary arrangements to accomplish joint purchasing for those items that appear to afford the desired economies. Councilman Nagel also advised the Board that he was delight- ed to report that the Village of Mamaroneck is interested in working with the Village of Larchmont and the Town in this program which although certainly only experimental at this time is moving forward toward what is to be hoped will be jointly realized economies in the three communi- ties. 2. School Sixth Grade Shift Program With regard to this matter, Councilman Nagel stated that he would like to add to what Councilman Faiola had stated, that the School Board be advised that this Board was aware of what the program might implicate and was anxious to work with that Board. -12- Mr. Peter Mosher Mr. Mosher inquired of Councilman Nagel in connection with the Joint Economy program, whether consideration was being given to the Village of Larchmont ' s unincor- porating which was now possible and should be given serious consideration. -- In reply, Councilman Nagel stated that there was general discussion in the Committee as to any possible ways and means of effecting economies as for example, through the use of joint data processing, combined purchasing, etc. The Supervisor complimented Mr. Nagel on the work that had been done so far by this Committee in its efforts on behalf of the entire community. The Town Attorney - - 1. Authorization for Supervisor to Execute Deed (Ivar Numme) Pursuant to the Attorney' s request for a resolution authorizing the Supervisor to execute a Quit Claim Deed for the sale of certain Town-owned property to a Mr. Ivar Numme and in accordance with his recommen- dation, on motion by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Supervisor be and he hereby is authorized to execute on behalf of the Town of Mamaroneck a ' Quit Claim Deed in consideration of the sum of $50. 00 for a gore strip of land approximately 8 inches in its widest section and running for a dis- tance of 76 feet to Mr. Ivar Numme of 606 Fifth Avenue, Larchmont, who is the owner of property known as Block 130, Parcel 534 on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck; said gore of land being owned by the Town and dividing the lands of the said Mr. Numme. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meet- ing on motion duly made and seconded it was declared adjourned at 9:10 p. m, to reconvene on April 18, 1968. -13- BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners was con- vened immediately upon adjournment of the Town Board meeting. 1. Claims Upon presentation by Commissioner Faiola and on his mo- tion, seconded by Commissioner Chalif, it was unani- mously RESOLVED, that the following Fire Depart- ment claims be and they hereby are ap- proved, and the Supervisor and Comptroller authorized to pay the same out of the 1968 Fire Department budget: Barney Epstein, Inc. $ 2. 00 Excelsior Auto Repair & Machine Works 307. 07 New York Telephone Co. 92. 00 Park Radio Electronics 24. 89 The State Insurance Fund 2,429. 43 The State Insurance Fund 32. 00 Westchester Water Works 21. 48 Total. . . . . . . . $2. 908. 87 2. Reports Commissioner Faiola presented the Fire Department re- port for the month of March, 1968, which was herewith ordered received and filed for the record. 3. Communications There were no communications to be presented at this meeting. 4. Other Business a) Fire Coverage on New England Thruway (Not on Agenda) Commissioner Faiola advised the Board that fire and fire-police coverage would now be furnished by the Thruway Authority on its highway only between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. , with each of the local mu- nicipalities directed to cover its area of the road from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. The 'Attorney inquired whether there was a program to "save the Town harmless" during such coverage, with the Fire Chief advising that this was covered by Home Rule when the Thruway Toll Station called the Town. -14- 137 The Attorney expressed some doubt about this - whereupon the matter was referred to him for investigation and report. Mr. Peter Mosher Mr. Mosher remarked on the difficulty and danger of the Town's access to the Thruway and stated that he thought it would be- hoove the Town to protest this policy. There then followed a discussion of the access problem with the Fire Chief observing that he had brought up the question of hav- ing the Thruway Authority provide a gate on the level portion of New Harmon Drive approximately opposite the Girl Scout House for emergency ingress with a like arrangement on Old Harmon Drive for emergency egress, and stated that he would like to go on record as requesting that this request be put in writing to the Thruway Authority. Commissioner Faiola then stated in summarizing this discus- sion that three things needed to be done: 1. To check the insurance matter. 2. To write the Thruway Authority in protest of this non- coverage policy. 3. To request the gates such as described above for emer- gency ingress and egress to and from the Thruway. b) Request for Signs for Annual Dance (Not on Agenda) The Fire Chief advised the Commission that the Annual Dance this year would be held on June 8th and requested the Commis- sion's permission to erect the usual signs. He further advised of receiving a telephone call this morning from a resident who objected to the placing of signs on poles and suggested that instead the signs be erected on the Town's park property both at the intersection of Weaver Street and Palmer Avenue and near Carl's restaurant. Commissioner iFaiola suggested that he clear this request with the Park Department and Commission and the Commission then, by common consent, granted its permission subject to clear- ance with the Park Commission and Park Department. Mr. Peter Mosher Mr. Mosher inquired whether the Commission had given its ap- proval for this solicitation. The Supervisor stated that to his remembrance, there had never been any question of approval by the Commission but that the matter would be taken under advisement. Commissioner Faiola pointed out that this was a Volunteer Fire- men' affair and that as such he did not believe any permission -15- or approval to be required or necessary. c) Fire Hydrant Installation Hommocks School (Not on Agenda) Commissioner Chalif asked whether the fire hydrant at the new Middle School in the Hommocks had been moved, and urged that if it had not, it be done immediately. He also -- questioned whether this were not the responsibility of the school and suggested that the Engineer address a letter to the proper party - whether the Board of Education or the School District's Contractor - so as to define this matter in writing for the record. The Engineer was directed to write such a letter and report thereon to the Commission. 5. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the meeting, on motion duly made and seconded, it was declared adjourned at 9:25 p. m. , to reconvene on April 18th, 1968. IUML 'k yo4r� own Merk -16-