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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1961_03_15 Town Board Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD MARCH 15th, 1961, .IN THE COUNCIL ROOM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE, WEAVER STREET, TOWN OF MAMARONECK. ROLL CALL Present: Supervisor Burchell Councilman Santoro Councilman Kane Councilman Brush Councilwoman Helwig Absent. None Also Present. Mr. Gronberg - Town Clerk Mr. Delius - Town Attorney Mr. Orsino - Receiver of Taxes Mr. Fischer - Supt, of Highways Mr. Kellogg - Town Engineer Mrs. Brewer - Secretary CALL TO ORDER The Supervisor called the meeting to order at 8.15 p.m. WELCOME TO GUESTS Before proceeding with the business of the meeting, the Supervisor cordially welcomed a group of young persons attending the meet- ing as representatives of the Civic Club of Sts. John and Paul School. He stated that the Council was very pleased to see our young per- sons interested in the conduct of local government and on behalf of all members of the Board, invited them to address the Board at any time on the matters before it at this meeting. OPENING OF BIDS 1. Sanitation Truck The Clerk presented the affidavit of publication of the notice for bids for purposes of the record, and opened and read aloud the following bids. 1. Bidder. Atlas Equipment Sales Make of Make of Trade-in Net Body Truck Bid Allowance Bid Garwood Diamond-T 12, 277. 00 600. 00 11, 677. 00 1. Bidder: Atlas (continued) -Make of Make of Trade-in Net Body Truck Bid Allowance Bid Gar Wood Diamond-T 12, 987. 00 600. 00 12, 387. 00 (Tilt Cab) Leach Diamond-T 12, 827. 00 600. 00 12, 227. 00 Leach Diamond-T 13, 527. 00 600. 00 12, 927. 00 (Tilt Cab) Z. Bidder: Willow Motor Sales Make of Make of Trade-in Net Body Truck Bid Allowance Bid Gar Wood G. M. C. 12, 255. 00 2, 275. 00 10, 980. 00 Leach G. M.C. 13, 796. 00 2, 275. 00 11, 521. 00 Daybrook G. M.C. 13, Z95. 00 2, 275. 00 11, 020. 00 Hobbs Hyd-Pak G. M.C. 1Z, 083. 00 2, 275. 00 9, 808. 00 3. Bidder: Bronx-West. Mack Make of Make of Trade-in Net Body Truck Bid Allowance Bid Gar Wood 12, 435. 00 500. 00 11, 935. 00 Hobbs Hyd-Pak 11, 263. 00 500. 00 10, 763. 00 Leach 12, 976. 00 500. 00 12, 476. 00 4. Bidder: Flin n Motor Corp. Make of Make of Trade-in Net Body Truck Bid Allowance Bid 10, 997. 83 500. 00 10, 497. 83 5. Bidder: Mamaroneck Garage Make of Make of Trade-in Net Body Truck Bid Allowance Bid Int'l Leech 14, 791. 50 2, 600. 39 12, 191. 11 " Gar Wood 14, 250. 50 2, 600. 39 11, 650. 11 it Heil 14, 566. 50 2, 600. 39 11, 966. 11 " Hobbs Hyd-Pak 13, 078. 50 2, 600. 39 10, 478. 11 763 Following discussion, the bids were referred to Councilman Santoro, the Superintendent of Highways, and the Engineer for detail study as to conformance with the specifications and report to the Board following such study, 2. Park Department Truck The Clerk presented the affidavit of publication of the notice for bids for the record, and opened and read aloud the fol- lowing bids- Bidder Flinn Motor Corp. 4, 597. 00 (less trade-in allowance) m 325. 00 Net Bid 4, 272. 00 Hory Chevrolet Co. (Net bid including 4, 513. 13 trade-in allowance) Since both bids were in excess of the $4, 000. 00 appropri- ated in the Park Department budget for purchase of a new truck, these bids were referred to the Park Commission and the Park Department Foreman for consideration and recommendation to the Board. 3. Alarm Board, Fire Department The Clerk presented the affidavit of publication of the notice for bids for the record, and opened and read aloud the bid submitted by The Gamewell Company, which was the only bid received. Bidder Bid The Gamewell Company 1105. 00 (Whistle) (less trade-in allowance) 10. 00 Net Bid 1095. 00 910. 00 (Control Cabinet) Total Bid 2005. 00 The Supervisor stated that this matter would be acted upon by the Board of Fire Commissioners. OLD BUSINESS There was no old business to come before the meeting. NEW BUSINESS 1. Report on Land Auction--Sale of Block 410, Parcel 38 ",C.5 The Supervisor reported that the Town-owned property known as Block 410, Parcel 38 on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck had been sold to Mr. Stanley Harris at public auction at 8 p.m, this evening, following bidding which started at the upset price of $1200. 00 and closed at the final bid of $1600. 00, and that Mr. Harris had deposited $160, 00 and signed the usual memorandum of purchase. Whereupon, on motion by Councilman Kane and seconded by Councilman Brush, the following resolution was adopted unanimously WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck, through the insti- tution of actions in the County Court of Westchester County pursuant to Article VH-A, Title 3 of the Tax Law, has become and now is the owner of a number of parcels of real estate situate in the unincorporated section of the Town of Mamaroneck; and WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck advertised for bids and held a public auction on March 15th, 1961, and re- ceived bids on certain parcels of real estate now owned by the Town of Mamaroneck; and WHEREAS, since the receipt of said bids, this Board has given careful consideration thereto, after due de- liberation, it is RESOLVED that the bid hereinafter listed be accepted at the price and terms therein set forth- Block Parcel Purchaser Ass'd. Value Price Terms 410 38 Stanley Harris $1200. 00 $1600. 00 Cash and be it FURTHER RESOLVED that the Supervisor is authorized and directed to execute and deliver the deed to this par- cel in accordance with the terms and contract of sale, and the Town Attorney is authorized to take all steps nec- essary to complete the sale transfer of this parcel, and be it FURTHER RESOLVED that the other checks received as deposits with offers to purchase this property be returned. 2. Payment of Westchester Joint Water Works Claim Councilman Santoro presented a claim from the Westchester Joint Water Works for installation of an 8" water main in Weaver Street, north of Howell Avenue, the cost of whichwas to be paid by the developer, Lloyd Harris, and the Town of Mamaroneck in accordance with resolution adopted by this Board on December 2nd, 1959, together with a memorandum from the Town Engineer explaining that the additional cost of $43. 92 to the Town was due to the increased cost of materials and requesting authorization for payment of the Town's share in the amount of $208, 00 rather than $164, 08. Whereupon, on his motion, which was seconded by Councilman Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED that this Board hereby authorizes pay- ment of the Westchester Joint Water Works claim for installation of an 811 water main in Weaver Street, north of Howell Avenue, Town of Mamaro- neck, in the amount of $208.00, an increase of $43. 92 over the cost, $164. 08, authorized by reso- lution of this Board adopted on December 2, 1959. COMMUNICATIONS 1. Letter of Building & Construction Trades Council of Westchester County The Clerk presented a letter addressed to the Board by the Building and Construction Trades Council of Westchester County, which called attention to the number of building and trades employees out of work and requested the Board to use its influence to reverse the trend of present zoning which it felt to be to some degree responsible for this con- dition throughout the County. Following discussion, it was directed that a copy of this let- ter be sent to the Planning Boardfor study and report. 2. Notice from Public Service Commission (Wilder Transportation, Inc. ) The Clerk presented a notice from the Public Service Com- mission granting an extension of time to Wilder Transpor- tation, Inc. , which was ordered received and placed on file. COMMUNICATIONS 1. Notice of Meeting--Zoning Board of Appeals, Village of Larchmont The Clerk presented a notice of meeting to be held by the Zon- ing Board of Appeals of the Village of Larchmont for considera- tion of an application for special permit for the use of a building at 1999 Palmer Avenue, Larchmont, which is in a business zone, for light manufacturing, which had been referred to the Town Attorney, and was ordered received and filed. Z. Memorandum from Police Chief (Appointment of Police Patrolman) The Clerk presented a memorandum from the Police Chief ad- vising the Board of the Commission's recommendation for ap- pointxnent, on a probationary basis, of Peter A. Liverzani as Patrolman to fill the vacancy created by Officer John Leonard's resignation, and requesting authorization of this appointment. Whereupon, on motion by Councilman Brush and seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED that this Board hereby.approves the probationary appointment of Peter A. Liverzani as Police Patrolman of the Town of Mamaroneck, effective March 20th, 1961 and to be compensated at the rate of $5, 266. 00 per annum starting on that date in accordance with the Compensation Plan of the Town of Mamaroneck. REPORTS The Town Clerk -- The Clerk presented the following reports which were ordered received and placed on file: Affidavit of publication of notice of adoption of resolution amending the Building Code of the Town of Mamaroneck by addition of Article 24 - "Illumination of Parking Lots, etc. ". Affidavit of posting of resolution amending the Building Code of the Town of Mamaroneck (addition of Article 24) as provided in Section 133 of the Town Law, Report of the Building Inspector for the month of Febru- ary, 1961, Town Clerk's Report for the month of February, 1961. Report of the Westchester Shore Humane Society, Inc. for the month of February, 1961. Report of Receipts & Disbursements, Town of Mamaro- neck, for the period from January lst through Novem- ber 30th, 1960. The Supervisor 1. Thruway Noise Abatement Committee (Appointment of Councilwoman Helwig) The Supervisor advised the Board that each municipality had been requested to appoint a representative to serve on the newly-established Thruway Noise Abatement Committee and recommended that Councilwoman Helwig be so appointed if she were willing to serve. Whereupon, following Councilwoman Helwig's statement that she would be pleased to so serve the Town, it was, on motion offered by Councilman Kane and seconded by Councilman Santoro, RESOLVED that Councilwoman Christine Helwig be and she hereby is appointed to serve as the representative of the Town of Mamaroneck on the Thruway Noise Abatement Committee. 71 Upon roll call, the vote on the foregoing resolution was as follows Councilman Santoro - Aye Councilman Kane - Aye Supervisor Burchell - Aye Councilman Brush - Aye Councilwoman Helwig - Abstaining from voting The resolution was therefore adopted and the Supervisor was directed to notify Trustee Ball of Councilwoman Hel- -- wig's appointment to the Committee and to commend Trustee Ball on his work and effort in the establishment of this Committee, Councilman Santoro -- 1. Stairway at Station Councilman Santoro reported that the stairway was being painted and was definitely now near completion. He fur- ther stated that following the last coat of paint, only in- stallation of the chain link fencing remained to be done, and that the stairway would be open to the public by the time he left the Board the end of the month, Z. Hommocks Drain Councilman Santoro reported that the installation of the drain would be completed by March 31st. 3. Cost of Snow Removal - (1960-61 season) For the Board's information, Councilman Santoro presented a written report from the Superintendent of Highways itemizing the cost of snow removal in the Town this winter in the amount of $29, 690, 38, which was ordered received and filed. He further stated that some $12, 000. 00 was needed in addi- tional funds to the appropriation in the current budget to meet these costs, and following discussion, it was recommended that a budget note be issued and sold in such amount to cover this deficit. Whereupon the following resolution was offered on a motion by Councilman Santoro, duly seconded by Councilman Brush. BUDGET NOTE RESOLUTION of March 15, 1961, of the TOWN OF MAMARONECK, NEW YORK, in the amount of Twelve thousand ($12, 000, 00) Dollars. BE IT RESOLVED this 15th day of March, 1961, by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck, New York, as follows.- Section 1, That, pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York, the Town of Ma- maroneck, New York, for the purpose of providing 77.3 funds for a deficit in appropriations for snow re- moval, shall issue and sell a budget note in the amount of $12, 000, 00, to mature on February 1st, 1962, Section 2. That, except as herein specifically prescribed, said note shall be of the date, terms, form, contents and place of payment and at a. rate of interest not exceeding five percentum (5%) per annum, as may be determined by the Town Supervisor, consistent, however, with the provi- sions of the said Local Finance Law of the State of New York; and shall be executed in the name of the said Town by its Supervisor and the seal of the Town shall be attached thereto. Section 3, That said note shall be sold at pri- vate sale by the Town Supervisor at a price of not less than par value and accrued interest, if any, and upon the due execution and sale of said note, the same shall be delivered to the pur- chaser upon the payment by him to the Supervi- sor of the purchase price in cash; and the re- ceipt of such Supervisor shall be a full acquit- tance to such purchaser who shall not be obliged to see to the application of the purchase money. Section 4. The full faith and credit of the Town of Mamaroneck, New York, are pledged to the punctual payment of principal and interest on said note. Section 5, This resolution shall take effect im- mediately. On roll call, the vote on the foregoing resolution was as follows: Supervisor George D. Burchell - Aye Councilman B. J. Santoro - Aye Councilman Peter F. Kane, Jr, - Aye Councilman C. Benjamin Brush, Jr. - Aye Councilwoman Christine K. Helwig - Aye and the resolution therefore unanimously adopted, Councilman Kane -- 1, Apportionments Councilman Kane stated that he had just received the appor- tionments from the Assessor and for this reason, would de- fer action on them until the next meeting of the Board. 2. Dead-end Streets In connection with this Board's recent request to the Planning Board for a study of dead-end streets in the Town, Council- man Kane reported that three members of the Planning Board and two members of the Zoning Board had met at his home IrY C5 last Saturday to discuss this matter. It was agreed, he stated, that such streets presented a problem to muni- cipal service vehicles, and that all such streets should be listed, personally inspected, and studied as to ways of correcting the conditions. Following such study, he advised that the Planning Board would submit its rec- ommendations to this Board, 3, Sale of Town-owned Property Councilman Kane recommended that an auction be held at the next meeting for the sale of the Town-owned property located on Bonnie Way, which had been appraised at $3, 000, 00 and for which an offer had been submitted to the Town at that price. Whereupon, on his motion, which was seconded by Council- man Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the Supervisor be and he hereby is authorized to publich a notice of the sale at public auction of the Townn-owned property located on Bon- nie Way, Town, and known as Block 104, Parcel 551 and Block 105, Parcel 900 on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck, at the upset price of $3, 000. 00 minimum, at 8;00 p.m, on Wednesday evening, April 5th, 1961, in the Council Room of the Weaver Street Firehouse. The Board also directed the Clerk to return to Mrs. Sarah Oliner and Mrs. Cecilia C. Haralambie, the checks de- posited with the Town at the time of former offers to buy the above described property. 4. Tribute to Councilman B. J. Santoro Councilman Kane, at this time, called attention to the fact that, as all were well aware, this would be the last meeting to be at- tended by Councilman Santoro prior to his assumption of his new duties as Village Manager of the Village of Mamaroneck. He stated that all on this Council were indeed acutely aware of his leaving and fully mindful of the Council°s loss. He further stated that it would be extremely difficult to replace Mr. Santoro, of which he said he might be particularly aware since he understood he was to take over some of his duties, which he would do, he said, with a certain amount of trepi- dation. "Councilman Santoro", he continued, "has been a hard worker, loyal and devoted to the Council, the employees, and the resi- dents. He is one of the few men I have ever known who can or will give such unselfish service. I think the minutes of this meeting should express the feeling of debt we owe him for his services, how much he will be missed, and that the void his absence creates will be difficult to fill. Councilman Brush stated that Mr. Kane had expressed his thoughts about Mr. Santoro°s leaving very well, adding only )_47 that B. J. had done a truly magnificent job, and that his sin- cerity, honesty, and courage to say what he thought at all times, were traits badly needed in government. Councilwoman Helwig added that she, too, would sorely miss Councilman Santoro. She said that she had seen him almost every day to discuss the problems the Town faced, and that she had relied heavily on his good advice, adding that she did not feel he could ever really be replaced. The Supervisor then stated that he did not want to be re- petitive at this time and say again all of the things he had said at the luncheon given to honor B. J. , but that he could not refrain from saying once more that it had indeed been with mixed emotions that he had highly recommended B. J. for this new post since he had not wanted to lose him for the Town and yet did not want to put anything in the way of his getting this job which all who knew him knew he would fill with 'honor and distinction. "His replacement constitutes a very real problem", he said, "and we in the Town will miss him sorely. " In thanking the Board, Mr. Santoro reminded his colleagues that he would not be far away, and said that he would be happy to be called on to help at any time, citing that only to- day he had had an opportunity for the Village and Town to work together, and that he had called in representatives of each municipality, and that it was his feeling that in this way it would be possible to solve many problems more easily. He further stated that he would not try to express his feelings at this time as this would be done in his letter of resignation which the Board would have at the end of the month. "How- ever", he said, "I cannot leave here tonight without saying thank you to each of you for your kind expressions this evening. " Mr. William H. Fernschild of 193 Rockingstone Avenue, Town, then addressed the Board to pay tribute as a citizen to Mr. Santoro. Mr. Fernschild said that he had listened to and watched Mr. Santoro at many Town Board meetings and that he had always been most impressed with the way in which he had conducted Town business, down to the most minute de- tail, and that he was sure this was the way in which he would continue in his new position as Village Manager of the Village of Mamaroneck. "As a resident of the Town", he concluded, "I wish to congratulate Mr. Santoro and extend to him my best wishes.°' Councilwoman Helwig -- 1. Recreation Commission Meeting Councilwoman Helsig reported that there was no meeting of the Commission last Monday evening due to difficulties on the New Haven delaying the members of the Commission too late for the meeting. She stated she had no further report at this time. The Town Attorney -- 1. Library Bill The Attorney reported that he had received a letter from Larchmont Village Attorney Forbes regarding the pro- posed Library bill and advised that since it was too late to introduce this bill this year, the Committee would work on the detail of the proposed bill for its presentation next year. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting, it was declared adjourned at 8.58 p.m. , to reconvene on April 5th, 1961. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners was convened im- mediately upon the adjournment of the Town Board meeting. 1. Claims Commissioner Brush presented the following Fire Department claims, which had been audited by the Comptroller and ap- proved by the Fire Chief, and on his motion, which was sec- onded by Commissioner Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the following claims be and they here- are approved and the Supervisor and Comptroller be and they hereby are authorized to pay the same out of the budget for the Fire Department: Atlantic Service Center $ 44. 20 Chatsworth Oil Co. 139.86 Con Edison Go. 55.30 Esso Standard Oil 66. 35 A. Kuritzky & Sons 6. 50 N.Y. Telephone Co. 47. 85 Ronconi Lawn Mower Service 6.70 Westchester County Publishers 7.40 Total $ 374. 16 2. Reports Commissioner Brush stated that there were no reports to be presented at this meeting. 3. Communications Commissioner Brush stated that there were no communications. 4. Other Business 1, Award of Bid - (Whistle and Control Cabinet) In accordance with the bid opening earlier this evening during the Town Board meeting, Commissioner Brush recommended acceptance of the only bidder, The Gamewell Company, for furnishing one (1) Manual Wound Fire Whistle Transmitter and one (1) Manual Grounding Type Control Cabinet, at the total bid -- price of $2, 005. 00, and on his motion, which was seconded by Commissioner Kane, it was unanimously RESOLVED that this Commission hereby accepts the bid of The Gamewell Company, the only bid- der, for furnishing to the Town of Mamaroneck one (1) Manual Wound Fire Whistle Transmitter and one (1) Manual Grounding Type Control Cabinet, for the price of $2, 005. 00, and to con- form in all details with the specifications there- for, on file in the Office of the Town Clerk. 2. Commendation of New Chief Commissioner Brush reported that he had attended the first fire the evening before under the auspices of the new Fire Chief and highly commended him on the con- duct of the excellent job performed by the department. 5. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the meeting, it was declared adjourned at 9.05 p.m. , to reconvene on April 5th, 1961. Zi T C rk