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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1966_05_04 Town Board Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD MAY 4, 1966 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. Gronberg - Town Clerk Mr. Johnston - Town Attorney Mrs. Brewer - Deputy Clerk Mr. Altieri - Comptroller Mr. Widulski - Engineer APPROVAL OF MINUTES On motion duly made and seconded, the minutes of the regular meeting of April 20, 1966 were approved as submitted. PUBLIC HEARING - Adoption of Local Law (Control of usage of water) The Supervisor briefly referred to Item 2 on the Agenda suggesting that in view of the Town Attorney's delay this be deferred until his arrival, which was so directed by common consent of the Board. OPENING OF BIDS 1. Sanitation Truck The Clerk presented the Affidavit of Publication of the Notice for Bids for the record, and opened and read aloud the following bids which were re- ferred to Councilman Quadrine, the Town Attorney, Town Engineer, Superintendent of Highways and the Comptroller for examination and report at the next meeting of the Board: Bidder Bid Branca Bros., Inc. $ 12,713.00 Atlas Eauip. Sales 11,990.00 Willow Motor Sales 11,500.00 L. I. Reo Truck, Inc. 10,829.65 Cerniglia Motors, Inc. 11,560.00 -1- 21x5 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD MAY 4, 1966 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 Chali£ Councilman Faiola 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 On motion duly made and seconded, the minutes of the regular meeting of April 20, 1966 were approved as submitted. PUBLIC HEARING - Adoption of Local Law (Control of usage of water) The Supervisor briefly referred to Item 2 on the Agenda suggesting that in view of the Town Attorney's delay this be deferred until his arrival, which was so directed by common consent of the Board. OPENING OF BIDS 1. Sanitation Truck The Clerk presented the Affidavit of Publication of the Notice for Bids for the record, and opened and read aloud the following bids which were re- ferred to Councilman Quadrine, the Town Attorney, Town Engineer, Superintendent of Highways and the Comptroller for examination and report at the next meeting of the Board: Bidder Bid Branca Bros., Inc. $ 12,713.00 Atlas Equip. Sales 11,990.00 Willow Motor Sales 11,500.00 L. I. Reo Truck, Inc. 10,829.65 Cerniglia Motors, Inc. 11,560.00 -1- 2. Utility Truck The Clerk presented the Affidavit of Publication of the Notice for Bids for the record, and opened and read aloud the following bids which were re- ferred to Councilman Quadrine, the Town Attorney, Town Engineer, Superintendent of Highways and the Comptroller for examination and report at the next meeting: Bidder Bid Crabtree Motor Sales $ 2,314.00 Flinn Motor Corp. 2,255.88 Willow Motor Sales 2,488.00 3. Utility Body The Clerk presented the Affidavit of Publication of the Notice for Bids for the record, and opened and read aloud the only bid submitted as follows: Bidder Bid Hunt-Pierce Corporation $ 9,879.00 Councilman Quadrine raised the question of re- advertising in view of only one bid being submitted, which was over budget, and following some discussion, it was by common consent agreed that this matter be held in abeyance pending the Attorney's arrival and advice. OLD BUSINESS 1. Application - Swimming Pool Permit Mr. & Mrs. William Byrnes, 7 Cornell Street, Town Pursuant to direction at the last meeting, noti- fication of the subject application was sent to the following property owners in the area of the proposed pool with replies received as noted herebelow and filed for the record: Bonnie Briar Golf Club - No reply Mr. Peter Dybing - No objection 13 Cornell Street Mrs. Margaret Kerin - No reply 5 Cornell Street Village of Scarsdale - No objection Mrs. Helene Steinberger - No reply 15 Cornell Street -2- During the ensuing discussion, Mr. Frank O'Dell, P. E. representing the applicant, called to the Board's attention the revised plans now filed with the application and conforming in all respects with the conditions set forth in the Building Inspector's April 12, 1966 memorandum. Councilman Quadrine stated that he had reviewed the revised plan and failed to find the screening across the rear of the pool which he had requested at the previous meeting with the thought of the possible future development of the golf course which the pro- posed pool presently overlooked. In answer, it was pointed out that this request had been discussed at some length and that while the point was well taken, the screening had not been requested at this time in view of the elevation of the pool and since it overlooked only the end of the fairway; and further, that such screening could be added if develop- ment of the golf course were to occur at some future time. And thereupon, since each of the members of the Board had personally viewed the site and there were no further questions, on a motion by Councilman Ckalif, seconded by Councilman Faiola, the following resolu- tion was offered pursuant to the memorandum of the Building Inspector, dated April 25, 1966, which was herewith presented and filed with the revised appli- cation: WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. William Byrnes have presented a revised application for a permit to construct a swimming pool and appurtenances on premises,located at 7 Cornell Street, Town, and known as Block 201, Parcel 188, on the Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck; 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 respects with the requirements of the Swimming Pool Ordinance (Article 23 of the Building Code) and therefore recommends that the application be approved: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT -3- RESOLVED, that the application of Mr. and Mrs. William Byrnes for a permit to construct a swim- ming pool on their premises located at 7 Cornell Street, Town, and known as Block 201, Parcel 188, on the Assessment Map of the Town of Ma- maroneck, is hereby approved, and the Building Inspector is hereby authorized to issue a permit for same provided the pool is constructed in con- formance with the revised plans and specifica- tions submitted and filed with the revised appli- cation as amended and supplemented to show compliance with the following conditions: 1. That the evergreen trees shown on the plan be 5feet to 6 feet high and planted to form a screen. 2. That any contemplated above-the-ground lighting be shielded and directed away from neighboring properties. 3. That no temporary or portable cabanas or awnings be placed on the property. 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. Upon roll call, the vote on the foregoing resolution was as follows: Supervisor Kane - Aye Councilman Chalif - Aye Councilwoman Helwig - Aye Councilman Quadrine - Abstained due to lack of screening across rear of pool Councilman Faiola - Aye The foregoing resolution was therefore adopted by a ma- jority vote of four (4) Ayes and one (1) abstention with Councilman Quadrine's abstention recorded as requested by him and ordered by the Chair. The Board directed that a certified copy of the foregoing resolution be forwarded to the applicant and the Building Inspector. 2. Application for Swimming Pool Permit Dr. & Mrs. David Meyers - 20 York Road, Town Pursuant to direction at the last meeting, notification of the subject application was sent to the following property owners in the area of the proposed pool with replies re- ceived as noted herebelow and filed for the record: -4- Investors Collateral Corp. - No reply 166-11 Hillside Avenue Jamaica 32, New York Mr. F. Serlin - No reply 3 Winding Brook Drive, Town Mr. & Mrs. Howard Storms, Jr. - No objection 18 York Road, Town The Clerk called to the Board's attention the revised plan filed with the application and conforming in all re- spects with the conditions set forth in the Building In- spector's memorandum of April 15, 1966 as previously presented and filed for the record, and the Supervisor inquired whether there were any questions thereon. Although the Board had no questions, at this time a Mr. F. Serlin of 3 Winding Brook Drive, with the Chair's consent, addressed the Board. He stated that while he had no objection to the pool itself, he did object strongly to the removal of two very old, very large, and very beautiful trees, one an Oak and one an Elm, on the applicant's property which the construction of the proposed pool necessitated. A lengthy discussion followed during which it was pointed out that while the Board had no legal jurisdiction in the mat- ter of the removal of trees on private property by the ow- ners thereof, certainly its policy was to preserve every tree throughout the Town wherever possible. Mr. S. P. Duke of the Wagner Pool Company then ad- dressed the Board on behalf of the applicant, explaining that his clients were as reluctant as was this Board in the matter of the removal of trees; that they had had to pur- chase additional property in order to have a pool at all which would conform with the requirements of the Ordi- nance which had been done at considerable expense; and that the Town Building Inspector had most generously given of his time in assisting with the location of the pro- posed pool. He further pointed out that the Elm tree un- der question was in very poor condition and would most likely have to be taken down in the near future regardless of the proposed pool. Councilman Quadrine viewing the revised plans, asked whether the pool could not be moved 10 feet nearer to the house - thus obviating the necessity to remove the Oak tree. Mr. Duke replied that this possibility had been given consideration but discarded due to the rock out- croppings which indicated that blasting would be neces- sary and in that location, extremely hazardous. Mr. Quadrine asked whether soil tests had been taken to determine the exact amount and location of rock. Mr. Duke replied that they had not in the interest of expense and because it seemed obvious that blasting would be required and, as he had just stated, most hazardous. -5- The Building Inspector's memorandum filed with the application under date of April 26, 1966, which recom- mended that the application be granted subject to the conditions set forth therein, was again read, and pur- suant thereto since the Board was without jurisdiction in the matter of the proposed removal of the two trees, the following resolution was offered on a motion by Councilman Chalif and seconded by Councilman Faiola: WHEREAS, Dr. and Mrs. David Myers have pre- sented a revised application for a permit to con- struct a swimming pool and appurtenances on premises located at 20 York Road, Town, and known as Block 230, Parcel 2, on the Assess- ment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck; and WHEREAS, the Building Inspector of the Town of Mamaroneck has examined the plans and specifi- cations 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 respects with the re- quirements of the Swimming Pool Ordinance (Article 23 of the Building Code) and therefore recommends that the application be approved: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the application of Dr. and Mrs. David Meyers for a permit to construct a swim- ming pool on their premises located at 20 York Road, Town, and known as Block 230, Parcel 2 on the Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaro- neck:, is hereby approved, and the Building In- spector is hereby authorized to issue a permit for same provided the pool is constructed in conformance with the revised plans and specifi- cations submitted and filed with the revised ap- plication as amended and supplemented to show compliance with the following conditions: 1. That the elevation of the precast coping around the edge of the pool be not higher than 1'0" above the top of the ledge rock at the southeast corner of the pool. 2. That any contemplated above-the-ground lighting be shielded and directed away from neighboring properties. 3. That no temporary or portable cabanas or awnings be placed on the property, i 6 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. Upon roll call, the vote on the foregoing resolution was as follows: Supervisor Kane - Aye Councilman Chalif - Aye Councilwoman Helwig - Abstained due to the particular circum- stances of this ap- plication. Councilman Quadrine - Abstained due to in- sufficient information on several phases of application. Councilman Faiola - Ave The foregoing resolution was therefore declared duly adopted by a majority vote of three (3) Ayes with two (2) abstentions, and it was directed that certified copies thereof be forwarded to the applicant and Building Inspector. PUBLIC HEARING - Adoption of Local Law to Control Water Usage The Supervisor stated that, with the Board's consent since the Attorney was now present, the public hearing on the adop- tion of a Local Law to control water usage (Item 2 on Agenda) would now be entertained, and thereupon on motion by Coun- cilman Faiola, seconded by Councilman Chalif, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the public hearing be and it hereby is declared open. The Clerk presented the Affidavit of Publication of the No- tice of Hearing for the record, together with a statement on "Water Resources" by George Straub, Manager of the West- chester Joint Water Works, under date of May 2, 1966, and the Attorney, at the Supervisor's request, reviewed the pro- cedure required by Town Law to amend an Ordinance - and his consequent recommendation for the adoption of a Local Law to supercede the Water Control Ordinance and thus ob- viate the necessity for future amendment thereof. The adop- tion of such a Local Law would, he continued, greatly les- sen the time required for the amendment of the Ordinance and in this instance, make it possible for the residents of the unincorporated area to use (or not use) water with the same dispatch as was enjoyed by village residents under village law. The Supervisor again commended the Attorney on his thinking, remarking that the adoption of such a Local Law would be to the benefit of the residents of the Town and in their best interests, and thereupon, since no one else wished to be heard, on motion unanimously made and seconded, the hearing was declared closed. -7- And thereupon, on motion by Councilman Quadrine, seconded by Councilman Chalif, the following resolu- tion was offered: RESOLVED, that this Board hereby adopts Local Law 4#1 of the Town of Mamaroneck of the year 1966, which reads as follows: A Local Law Empowering the Supervisor of the Town of Mamaroneck to Impose and Remove Prohibitions and Restrictions as to the use of Water obtained from the Town Water Supply which is not essential to Public Well-Being; Authorizing the Supervisor to Terminate Water Service and Impose Penalties for the Viola- tion of this Law. BE IT ENACTED BY THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1 - INTENT. Due to a prolonged drought and the possibility of a shortage of water which could create an emergency as to the use of Town Water not essential to public well-being, it may be necessary on occasion to prohibit and/or restrict the use of Town Water. This local law is adopted so that when such emergency occurs, the Supervisor of the Town of Mamaroneck may immediately impose restrictions and/or prohibi- tions as to the use of water not essential to the health, welfare and safety of the Town. Section 2 - DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of this law, the following phrases, words and their derivations shall have the meaning given herein. When not inconsistent with the context, words used in the present tense include the future; words in the plural number include the singular number, and words in the singular number include the plural number. The word "shall" is always mandatory and not merely directory. (1) "Town" is the unincorporated section of the Town of Mamaroneck. (2) "Person" is a person, firm, partnership, association, corporation, company or organization of any kind. (3) "Water" is water from the Town water sup- ply system. (4) "Emergency" is that time, juncture or oc- currence when the level of the reservoirs supply- ing water to the Town are at a dangerously low level. Such emergency shall be deemed to con- tinue until it is declared to be ended by the Supervisor. Section 3 - APPLICATION OF REGULATIONS. The provisions of this law shall apply to all persons using water drawn from the Town Water supply system. Section 4 - PROHIBITIONS AND/OR RESTRICTIONS. The Supervisor of the Town of Mamaroneck on being advised by the office of the Superintendent of the Town Water Works, that a water emergency exists, may immediately impose prohibitions and/or restrictions as to the use and withdrawal of Town water by any person for any or all of the follow- ing purposes: (1) Watering Yards. The sprinkling, watering or irrigation of shrubbery, trees, lawns, grass, ground covers, plants, vines, gardens, vegetables, flowers or any other vegetation. (2) Washing -Mobile Equipment. The washing of automobiles, trucks, trailers, or any other type of mobile equipment. (3) Golf Courses. The watering, sprinkling or irrigation of golf courses. (4) Cleaning Outdoor. Surfaces. The washing of sidewalks, driveways, filling station aprons, porches or other outdoor surfaces. (5) Cleaning Buildings-. The washing of the outside of dwellings. (6) Cleaning Equipment and Machinery. The washing and cleaning of any business or industrial equipment and machinery. (7) Ornamental Fountains. The operation of any ornamental fountain or other structure mak- ing a similar use of water. (8) Swimming Pools-. The operation of swimming and wading pools not employing a filter and re- circulatory system. (9) Escape Through Defective Plumbing. The escape of water through defective plumbing which shall mean the knowing permission for defective plumbing to remain out of repair. (10) Air-Conditioning Machines and Refrigera- tion Equipment. (a) The operation of all air-conditioning machines or refrigeration equipment, of a six-ton or more capacity, unless provided with automatic water saving devices to limit make-up water to no more than five (5%) percent of the consumption that would normally be used without such device; -9- (b) The operation of all air-condition- ing machines or refrigeration equipment of six tons or less capacity unless provided with an automatic water supply regulating device. (c) Notwithstanding paragraphs (a) and (b) hereof, the Supervisor shall have the authori- ty to prohibit and/or restrict the use of all air- conditioning machines and refrigeration equip- ment to any further degree he shall deem necessary. Section 5 - EXCEPTION TO MAINTAIN SANITATION. The Supervisor shall have the authority to permit a reasonable use of water in any case necessary to maintain health and sanitation standards. Section 6 - ENFORCEMENT. (1) The Supervisor may adopt and promulgate, by publication in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, such rules and regulations to supplement and give full effect to the provi- sions of this local law as he may deem necessary. (2) Police Officers Enforce. Every police officer of the Town shall, in connection with his duties, imposed by law, diligently enforce the provisions of this local law. (3) Discontinuance of Service. The Super- visor shall have the authority to enforce the provisions of this local law by the discontinu- ance of water service in the event of violation thereof. Section 7 - PENALTIES. Any person, firm or corpo- ration violating any of the provisions of this local law shall be deemed guilty of an offense, and upon conviction thereof, shall be fined in an amount not exceeding Fifty ($50.00) Dollars or be subject to a discontinuance of water service. Each day such violation is committed or permitted to continue, shall constitute a separate offense and shall be punishable as such hereunder. Section 8 - SEPARABILITY. If any section, sub- section, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this local law is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent juris- diction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such hold- ing shall not affect the validity of the remain- ing portions hereof. This local law supersedes the amendment of the General Ordinances of the Town of Mamaroneck known as Chapter IX-E-(water Control Ordinance) adopted August 4, 1965 and amended October 6, 1965, and further amended December 1, 1965. This local law shall take effect immediately. -10- Certification: I, PETER F. KANE, Supervisor of the Town of Mamaroneck, New York, hereby certify as to the necessity for the immediate passage of the local law entitled, "A Local Law Empowering the Supervisor of the Town of Mamaroneck to Impose and Remove Prohibitions and Restric- tions as to the Use of Water Obtained from the Town Water Supply which is not essential to Public Welfare; Authorizing the Supervisor to Terminate Water Service and Impose Penal- ties for the Violation of this Law. " This certification is done pursuant to Para- graph 4 of Section 20 of the Municipal Home Rule Law. s/ Peter F. Kane Peter F. Kane - Supervisor Town of Mamaroneck, New York. Dated: Mamaroneck, New York May 3, 1966 NEW BUSINESS 1. Authorization for Change of Polling Place - 18th District Pursuant to memorandum of the Clerk, dated May 2, 1966 which recommended relocation of polling place in the 18th District because of the possibility of a June 28 Primary this year, which was herewith presented and filed for the record, on motion by Councilman Faiola and seconded by Council- woman Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that in accordance with the provisions of Section 66 of the Election Law, being Chapter 17 of the Consolidated Laws of the State of New York as amended, the Town Board of the Town of Ma- maroneck hereby authorizes that the polling place in the 18th District be changed from No. 1 Wash- ington Square (Carleton House) to No. 3 Washing- ton Square (Hampshire House). 2. Application for Portable Swimming Pool Permit Mr. Joseph Lividini - 14 Plymouth Street, Town The Clerk presented an application for a permit for a portable pool submitted by Mr. Joseph Lividini, 14 -11- Plymouth Street, Town, together with a letter addressed to the applicant by the Building Inspector under date of May 4, 1966, setting forth certain conditions necessary for con- sideration of the application, which were herewith ordered received and filed for the record. The Board, in accordance with its policy in the matter of swimming pools, directed that the neighboring property owners be notified of the application, and the matter car- ried over to the next meeting in order to allow time for such persons to reply and for the members of the Board to personally inspect the site for the proposed pool. COMMUNICATIONS 1. Notice of Hearing - Board of Trustees Village of Larchmont The Clerk presented a Notice of public hearing before the Larchmont Village Board of Trustees which, upon the At- torney's advice of requiring no action, was ordered re- ceived and filed. 2. Request for Parade - Larchmont Little League Pursuant to communication of The Larchmont Little Lea- gue, dated April 25, 1966, requesting permission to con- duct a short parade on Saturday, May 7th, herewith pre- sented and ordered received and filed for the record, on motion by Councilman Faiola, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that in accordance with the Police De- partment's approval, this Board hereby approves the request of The Larchmont Little League to conduct a parade on Palmer Avenue from the Larchmont Village line to the New Central School field on Saturday, May 7th, 1966, from 12: 30 to 1:15 p.m. 3. Letter of Thanks - Mrs. W. A. Fraser The Clerk presented a letter addressed to the Board by Mrs. W. A. Fraser of 73 Harmon Drive, Town, under date of April 27, 1966, expressing her deep appreciation for the erection of a split cedar fence to replace evergreen trees that failed to survive the winter, which was ordered re- ceived and filed. 4. Request for Expense Authorizations Police Commission Pursuant to request of the Police Commission, dated May 2, 1966, herewith presented and filed for the record, on motion by Councilman Faiola, seconded by Councilman Chalif, -12- 4'A'I"'ilyA-I it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the fol- lowing expenditures from the proper item in the 1966 Police Department budget: a. An amount not to exceed the sum of $90. 00 to cover luncheon expenses for 32 mem- bers of the force attending the F. B. I. Firearms Training Session at Camp Smith, Peekskill, New York, May 9 - 11, 1966. b. An amount not to exceed the sum of $100. 00 to cover the expenses of Sergeant Loveley while attending the Tri-State Conference on Identification, to be conducted at Atlantic City, New Jersey, May 15 - 18, 1966. Councilman Faiola remarked on the benefit to the Town of the attendance of such programs, suggesting that a brief report be submitted to the Board for its information. It was then suggested that this procedure be followed by all departments and the Supervisor was requested to ad- dress such request to the Head of each Department. REPORTS The Town Clerk The Clerk presented the following reports which were here- with ordered received and filed for the record: Report of the Building and Plumbing Inspector for the month of April, 1966. Report of the Receiver of Taxes and Assessments for the month of April, 1966. Report of the Westchester Shore Humane Society, Inc. for the month of April, 1966. The Supervisor 1. Presentation of Proposed New Town Seal The Supervisor deferred presentation of the proposed new Town Seal to Councilman Faiola since he was responsible for its creation. Councilman Faiola in presenting the Seal stated that, as the Board knew, the design had been created by the re- nouned Larchmont artist, Woodi Ishmael, who had conducted an intensive research on both Indians and the Town while working on the arrowhead-shaped seal bordering the striking Indian in profile within. He suggested that decals be made of the Seal for use on -13- Town cars and property, and thereupon following the Board's expression of its pleasure and its thanks and warm appre- ciation to the artist who had given so unstintingly of his time and great talent in bringing the new Seal into being, on his motion, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby adopts as the of- ficial Seal of the Town of Mamaroneck, beginning as of June 1, 1966, the design created by Mr. Woodi Ishmael as herewith presented and filed; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board requests the Supervisor to write Mr. Ishmael on its behalf, expressing the warm thanks and appreciation of this Board and the entire community for his outstanding contribution to the Town of Mamaroneck in creating the striking de- sign for the new Seal of the Town of Mamaroneck. 2, Thruway Surplus Property (Ref. 69) The Supervisor briefly described the acre-plus parcel of property running west from Chatsworth Avenue along Myrtle Boulevard parallel to the Thruway owned by the New York State Thruway Authority and now classified surplus. He stated that the piece had 50, 376+ square feet and was ap- praised by the Authority at $1. 25 per square foot. - He reviewed the history of the Town's negotiations for the acquisition of this land by this and the prior Board over a period of years, with the Town requesting at the time of the Thruway's opening, "first refusal" when and if the Au- thority classified the land surplus. He further stated that this was the only vacant land in the vicinity of the Town Square and the Railroad Station and that it could provide parking spaces for approximately 114 cars - the need for which, he said he felt certain, was fully realized by every resident of the Town. He also stated that the Town had had two appraisals made of the property - one by the Town Assessor and one by an outside Assessor - and then in- quired the Board's pleasure in the matter of exercising its perogative of "first refusal" on the acquisition of this property since he had been notified by the Authority that it would be put up for auction if the Town were not in- terested. Whereupon, following some further discussion during which all of the members of the Board expressed themselves as being strongly in favor of the acquisition of this land in accord with its policy of acquiring open space, on motion by Councilman Faiola, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby declares and re- cords its intent and desire to acquire from the New York State Thruway Authority that parcel of land -14- running west from Chatsworth Avenue along Myrtle Boulevard parallel to the Thruway, which con- tained 50, 376+ square feet and was known as New York State Thruway Surplus Property Ref. 69, at the unit price of $l. 25 per square foot, or a total cost not to exceed the sum of $62, 970. 00; it being understood that the land proposed to be acquired by the Town of Mamaroneck from the New York State Thruway Authority would be used for munic- ipal purposes only; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes and directs the Supervisor to negotiate with the New York State Thruway Authority for the acquisition of the above referred to property, and that a certified copy of this resolution be forwarded to Mr. Brendon P. O'Carroll, Regional Counsel, New York State Thru- way Authority. 3. Report - Investment of Surplus Funds The Supervisor presented a memorandum addressed to him by the Comptroller under date of May 2, 1966, reporting that an income of approximately $28, 000. 00 had been realized to date through the investment of temporarily idle funds, which, following the Board's high compliments to the Comptroller, was ordered received and filed for the record. Councilman Chalif 1. Planning Board Resolution (Change of Fees) As liaison to the Planning Board, Councilman Chalif pre- sented the resolution adopted by that Board following public hearing at its regular meeting on April 5, 1966, changing fees according to the schedule stated therein, and re- quested the Board's approval thereof if it met with the pleasure of the Board to so approve. Whereupon, on his motion, which was seconded by Coun- cilman Quadrine, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby approves the reso- lution adopted by the Town of Mamaroneck Planning Board following public hearing duly held at its regular meeting on April 5, 1966, amending its fees for ap- plications in accordance with the Schedule of Fees set forth therein. Councilwoman Helwig 1. Recreation a. Employment Authorization - Attendant -15- Pursuant to memoranda of the Recreation Superin- tendent and Comptroller under dates of April 25 and May 2, 1966 respectively, herewith presented by Councilwoman Helwig and filed for the record, on her motion, which was seconded by Councilman Faiola, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the employment of Albert Novello as Recrea- tion Attendant, to be paid at the rate of $1. 50 per hour beginning April 4, 1966, subject to re- ceipt of a satisfactory Doctor's Certificate to be furnished to the Town at the expense of the employee. b. Brochure - Summer Recreation Programs Councilwoman Helwig presented the Summer Rec- reation brochure for 1966 which, following the Board's compliments and commendation to the Su- perintendent, was received and filed for the record. Councilwoman Helwig called to attention the insert informational folder entitled - "What Are The Shel- drake River Trails" - advising that this year by this means each of the 9, 000 residents of the Town was receiving a copy by direct mail. Councilman Quadrine, who had requested last year that such a mailing be sent to all residents of the Town, expressed his thanks and appreciation of the procedure followed this year. 2. Conservation Advisory Committee a. Letter - Premium River Project Councilwoman Helwig presented a letter addressed to the Board by Alan N. Weedon, Chairman of the Conser- vation Advisory Committee, as a consequence of this Board's referral to that Committee of a letter addressed to it by Mr. Lawrence Lowy with respect to the Premium River area which had been presented at the March 4th meeting of this Board, which was herewith ordered re- ceived and filed for the record. The letter stated that the Committee, in its study of this matter, had requested Mr. Clifford E. Emanuelson, Conservation Consultant, to inspect the area and submit his recommendations thereon as were transmitted in the subject letter. The Board thanked Councilwoman Helwig for her report and requested her in her liaison capacity to the Conserva- tion Committee, to continue to report to the Board. c. New Walk Book Councilwoman Helwig presented a copy of the new Walk Book, which was ordered received and filed. -16- c. Authorization - Reimbursement Patrick T. Leddy Pursuant to memorandum of the Comptroller under date of May 2, 1966, herewith presented by Council- woman Helwig and ordered received and filed for the record, on her motion, seconded by Councilman Faiola, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Patrick T. Leddy be reimbursed in the amount of $275. 00 as provided in the 1966 budget under General Town - Sheldrake River Project - a/c 102, in payment for his extra services performed for the Town as Foreman of the Sheldrake River Project. d. Report - Conference Changes and Challenges Councilwoman Helwig reported on the Conference attended by Mr. Maggini, Chairman of the Planning Board, and her- self at the Westchester Country Club, sponsored by the County League of Women Voters, the Westchester County Association and the County Planning Department. She reported on the excellence of the meeting and the interesting projections for the future of the County with re- spect to Highways, Urban Renewal, Population, etc. - adding that the exciting announcement of the New York Cen- tral-Pennsylvania Railroad merger including the New Haven was made just prior to the conclusion of the conference. Councilman Quadrine 1. Authorization to Advertise for Bids Highway Pick-up Truck Pursuant to memorandum of the Town Engineer, dated April 29, 1966, herewith presented by Councilman Quadrine and or- dered received and filed for the record, on his motion, sec- onded by Councilman Faiola, it was unanimously 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, a Notice for bids, to be returnable on May 18, 1966 and opened and read aloud at the regular meeting of this Board at 8:15 p. m. that evening in the Council Room of the Weaver Street Firehouse, Weaver Street, Town, for furnishing to the Town of Mamaroneck Highway Department one (1) new 1966 Pick-up Truck in accordance with the specifications set forth in the said Notice published as required by law. Councilman Faiola 1. Annual Report - Committee on Family and Youth -17- Councilman Faiola presented the Annual Report of the Larchmont- Mamaroneck Committee on Family and Youth, remarking on the excellence of the Report and the signifi- gance of this Committee's fine work in the community. He advised the Board of the appointment of Mrs. Anna Reisman as the new Project Coordinator and Secretary and expressed the regret of the Committee at Mrs. Fay Mermey relinquishment of the post of Executive Adminis- trative Secretary due to her work with the newspaper. Mr. Faiola and all of the members of the Board com- mended Mrs. Mermey, who was reporting the meeting for the press, most highly on her dedicated work with this Committee, as well as for the excellent writing of the Annual Report just presented. Mrs. Mermey thanked the Board and expressed her ap- preciation for the "words of praise to the writer" - stating that she was continuing as a member of the Committee with every intention of contributing as much as possible to the dedicated work it carried on in this community. The Town Attorney 1. Report on Lawsuit The Attorney reported that a $300, 000. 00 lawsuit had been settled for $1. 00 with the cooperation of the Police Commission. The Board commended Mr. Johnston, thanking him for the report. 2. Matter of Re-Advertising for Bids Item 2-c on Agenda At this time, the Board asked the Attorney who had not arrived at the time of the bid opening for a Utility Body, whether in view of only one bid being submitted and that being over budgetary appropriation, bids for this equip- ment could be re-advertised. The Attorney advised the Board that it could re- advertise and thereupon, on motion by Councilman Quad- rine, seconded by Councilman Faiola, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to re-advertise for sealed bids, to be re- turnable, opened and read aloud at the next regular meeting of this Board on May 18, 1966, for furnish- ing to the Town of Mamaroneck one (1) new Utility _ Body in accordance with the specifications set forth in such Notice and such Notice to be published in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, The Daily Times, as required by law. _18- I OTHER BUSINESS 1. Mr. Joel Thea - 12 Kolbert Drive Mr. Thea addressed the Board with reference to the matter of unsatisfactory conditions in Murdock Woods and the failure of Mr. Hughes, the developer, to cor- rect these conditions. The Town Attorney informed Mr. Thea that these mat- ters had been before the Planning Board at its meeting last evening and that Dr. Billy Kam was apprised thereof. 2. The Supervisor The Supervisor reported briefly on the recent trip to Altoona, Pennsylvania, of the Town Engineer, the Larch- mont Village Engineer, and representatives of Harrison, Rye City, Rye Town, the County, etc. to see the Fair- field Engineering Company's composting plant in action. He advised that this very new and interesting method of disposing of all garbage and rubbish was very much under study and that a full written report would be avail- able to all of the members of the Board in the very near future. 3. Mr. Victor Mancini - 1 Vine Street Mr. Mancini addressed the Board in protest to the pro- posed installation of ten (10) metered parking spaces on Vine Street and requesting that these meters not be in- stalled. Following discussion, the Board directed that this mat- ter be taken under consideration and reported on at the next meeting. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meet- ing, on motion duly made and seconded, it was declared ad- journed at 10:00 p. m. , to reconvene on May 18, 1966. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners was con- vened immediately upon the adjournment of the Town Board meeting. 1. Claims Commissioner Faiola presented for approval and authori- zation of payment the Fire Department claims, and there- upon on his motion, which was seconded by Commissioner -19- Quadrine, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the following Fire Department claims as audited by the Comptroller and approved 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 1966: Barney Epstein, Inc. $ 164. 00 I. & T. Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. 123. 99 Mobil Oil Company 44.00 New York Telephone Company 171. 90 Park Radio & Television 130. Q0 Sherry Enterprises, Inc. 21.00 The State Insurance Fund 3, 892. 00 The State Insurance Fund 2, 164. 03 Total $ 6,710. 92 2. Reports Commissioner Faiola presented the following report which was ordered received and filed for the record: Fire Report for April, 1966. 3. Communications There were no communications to be brought before the meeting. 4. Other Business 1. Authorization for Expenses - Fire Chiefs Annual Convention Pursuant to the Chief's request and Commissioner Faiola's recommendation, on motion by Commissioner Faiola, seconded by Commissioner Quadrine, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Commission hereby authori- zes an expenditure from the proper item in the 1966 Fire Department budget of not to exceed the sum of $300.00 to cover the expenses of the Chief and First Deputy Chief in attending the Annual Fire Chiefs Convention at the Concord Hotel. 5. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the meeting, on motion duly made and seconded, it was declared adjourned at 10:10 p. m. , to reconvene on May 18, 1966. own P,lerk -20-