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June 20, 2018
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD
OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON JUNE 20, 2018, BEGINNING AT 5:00PM,
AT THE SENIOR CENTER/VFW, 1288 BOSTON POST ROAD, LARCHMONT, NEW YORK
PRESENT: Supervisor Nancy Seligson
Councilwoman Abby Katz
Councilwoman Jaine Elkind Eney
Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman
Councilman Jeffery L. King
ALSO PRESENT: Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator
Connie Green O’Donnell, Assistant Town Administrator
William Maker, Jr., Town Attorney
CALL TO ORDER - WORK SESSION
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the Work Session was
unanimously opened at 5:00PM.
Continued Discussion - Charitable Trust/Property Tax Credit
Additionally Present: Town Comptroller Anthony Siligato
As detailed by Mr. Maker in his memo dated June 15, there are two steps the Town Board will need to
follow in order to move forward in approving the acceptance of Charitable Donations and Property Tax
Credits. First the Town must adopt a resolution establishing a Charitable Gifts Reserve Fund and second
granting a credit against real property taxes to those who contribute to the fund; the second step is
done through a local law. The Town Board was provided a draft resolution and draft local law. The Town
Board began by discussing the law establishing the Charitable Trust which requires the Town to
acknowledge that no goods or services were provided for this donation. This statement is problematic.
Supervisor Seligson thinks that as everyone realizes the hurdles, complications and lack of legality, it is
becoming less popular. Mr. Altieri has had discussions with the Mamaroneck School Superintendent,
Robert Shaps, adding that he thinks the school may move forward. The school would require the Town
to facilitate the project on their behalf, as the school district has no mechanism for taking in funds. Mr.
Siligato discussed the complicated implementation that will need to take place for the Town and or the
School District. Mr. Altieri stated that he has not yet found an accountant who will allow their clients to
submit a tax return using this deduction, because they do not feel it is legal under the IRS Code. The
Town Board discussed timing, especially timing for the School District. The Town Board discussed what
the incremental difference would be to the Town if it was already facilitating it for the School
District. The Town Board will wait at least until the July 11 meeting to make a decision on whether to
move forward. Supervisor Seligson will keep the Town Board apprised of what other municipalities are
doing with respect to this.
2018 Road Resurfacing Project
The Town Board reviewed a memo from Mr. Altieri dated June 18, 2018 detailing the Town’s road
resurfacing program, as well as a memo explaining the mechanism for rating Town roads. Included was a
schedule which included the ratings for all Town roads. The Town Board reviewed the 2018 list of roads
scheduled for resurfacing which are Burton Road, Orchard Road, Clover Road and West Garden Road.
Mr. Altieri noted that the Town will conduct a further road evaluation this summer to determine if there
are any deviations from the previous rankings.
ADDED ITEMS
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Councilwoman Katz noted that she informed the Larchmont Gardens’ Civic Association about the Town’s
decision not to move forward with the pathway around the Gardens Lake.
Councilwoman Elkind Eney noted that the Town received approximately 500 Property Tax Grievances
yesterday, a number much lower than past years.
Update – Weaver Street Fire House
The Town Board reviewed a memo from Rob Wasp the Town Engineer with a summary of construction
charges/changes incurred for the Fire House Floor Reinforcement/Repair Project. The Town Board
reviewed a table outlining the original construction contract, the costs of the changes and the final
funding underage. Mr. Altieri gave details of the current issue concerning a leak in the basement. The
Town Board discussed the timing for an additional referendum to cover the additional costs. Mr. Altieri
will provide referendum paperwork at the July Town Board meeting.
ADDED ITEM
The Town Board discussed the date for their July meeting, with final determination of July 11. Approval
of this will be added to the regular agenda for this evening.
Update – Community Solar Project
The Town Board reviewed a memo from Mr. Altieri dated June 14, 2018, detailing the Community Solar
Project. The Board has previously discussed the development of a community solar project, specifically
involving the Hommocks Park Apartments. The Town Board reviewed a Request for Proposals, which
provides details and goals for the project.
Request – Community Garden
The Town Board reviewed a proposal from Elisabeth Radow for a Community Garden. The Town Board
although not opposed to this proposal would like to defer further discussion until a more
comprehensive review of that area is undertaken. Supervisor Seligson will respond to Ms. Radow with
the Board’s decision.
2017 Financial Audit
Additionally Present: Alan Kassay of O’Connor Davies
Mr. Kassay presented the 2017 Financial Audit Report to the Town Board. Mr. Kassay also provided the
Town Board, for the benefit of the new Town Board Members, a publication from his firm titled Report
to Those Charged with Governance December 31, 2017, as well as providing a primer on municipal
auditing. Mr. Kassay also provided a hard copy of his presentation to the public this evening. The Town
Board asked Mr. Kassay a number of question regarding the Charitable Trusts. Mr. Kassay stated that
the IRS has issued a preliminary statement that this would not be legal under IRS Code. Mr. Kassay
reiterated what the Town Board had already discussed, with respect to the disclaimers residents will
need to acknowledge.
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilman King, the Board unanimously agreed to
enter into an Executive Session to discuss sale of Old Jefferson Street.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Sale of Old Jefferson Street
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the Board unanimously
agreed to resume the Regular Meeting.
CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING
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The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Seligson at
8:00 PM, she then pointed out the location of the exits.
Supervisor Seligson noted that the Town Board met for a worksession beginning at 5:00 o’clock this
evening, adding this is an open meeting that all residents are welcome to attend.
PROCLAMATION - Burt Corwin Past Commander of the Veterans’ of Foreign Wars Post 1156
PROCLAMATION
Commander Burt Corwin
WHEREAS: Burt Corwin recently retired as the highly respected Commander of the Veterans of
Foreign Wars David Potts Jr. Post 1156 in the Town of Mamaroneck after serving for
10 years, and has lived in the community for over 30 years, and Burt served as an
officer in the US Army from 1969 to 1971, including one year in Vietnam; and
WHEREAS: Burt also had an impressive 33 year career with IBM, retiring at the end of 2007. He
then taught part-time in the MBA Programs of Fordham University and Iona College
until the end of 2012; and
WHEREAS: Commander Corwin has enriched the lives of veterans and community members by
supporting veterans’ causes, working with the Commanders of American Legion Posts
90 and 347 to secure a tax exemption for veterans from the school district, hosting an
annual picnic luncheon for veterans in Montrose; and
WHEREAS: Commander Corwin worked to lease the VFW building at 1288 West Boston Post Road
to the Town of Mamaroneck for community programs and events. Years later in 2016,
he negotiated the sale of the property to the Town, ensuring the building will continue
to be used by the community and veterans in the future. The proceeds of the sale
were donated to local veterans’ charities; and
WHEREAS: Burt Corwin refers to VFW David Potts Jr. Post 1156 as the “Little Engine That Could”
because of its important impact on the lives of area veterans and the community as a
whole. The community is lucky to have had Commander Burt Corwin, PhD as the
conductor of this “Little Engine.”
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Nancy Seligson, Supervisor of the Town of
Mamaroneck, and the Town Board members honor and thank Commander Burt Corwin for his
service to veterans and the community, and congratulate and wish him happiness upon his
retirement from his position as Commander.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Town of
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Mamaroneck to be affixed this 20 day of June 2018.
Supervisor Seligson presented Mr. Corwin with the Proclamation. Mr. Corwin addressed the audience
with remarks about his tenure as the Commander, then thanked the Town for this recognition.
Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone in the audience would like to address the Board, on a topic other
than the public hearings set for this evening, and there was not.
PUBLIC HEARING – “Banning of Firearms within specified Town Buildings” Law
The following Notice of Public Hearing is entered into the record as follows:
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Section 130 of the Town Law of the State of
New York, and pursuant to a resolution of the Mamaroneck Town Board adopted on June 6,
2018 Public Hearing will be held on June 20, 2018, at 8:00 PM or as soon thereafter as is possible
at the VFW/Town Senior Center, 1288 Boston Post Road, Larchmont, New York to consider:
“Banning of Firearms within specified Town Buildings” Law.
Purpose
The Town Board is aware of the country’s current plague of shootings of, and other types of
attacks on, innocent persons in schools, in the workplace, in churches, in places of worship, in
other public places, and in homes. The Town Board recognizes that it cannot solve this problem
and is mindful of the right to bear arms given to the people by the Second Amendment to the
United States Constitution and by New York Civil Rights Law § 4. Balanced against these rights
is the Town’s objective of providing a safe work environment for Town employees and a safe
place for visitors to Town buildings. Weighing these competing points, the Town Board finds
that safety is paramount. Therefore this law bans possession of firearms within the Town
Buildings identified in this local law by persons, other than those permitted to do so by this law.
The full text of this document can be viewed on the website or copies can be obtained at the
Town Clerk's office during regular hours, Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, In June, July and
August until 4:00 PM at 740 W. Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, NY
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that at the Public Hearing all persons interested will be given
an opportunity to be heard and that all persons are invited to submit written comments at or
prior thereto.
BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD
OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
Published:
June 13, 2018
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the Public Hearing
was unanimously opened.
Supervisor Seligson introduced the law by reading the Purpose of the Law as drafted my Mr. Maker.
Supervisor Seligson stated that speakers will be limited to three minutes. Supervisor Seligson then
asked Mr. Maker to further explain the law, of which he did in detail.
James Vespi, current resident of Mamaroneck Avenue, former resident of Wendt Avenue. Mr. Vespi
thinks this law is just common sense, he cannot see any reason why firearms would be needed in any
Town building, certainly not in the conservation areas.
Kenneth Carnes, 28 Concord Avenue, is in favor of the law, adding if anything it could be far broader.
Jenny Grerr, 28 year resident of the Town, urges the Town to pass this law.
Amy Robertson, of Henry Avenue, supports this law and thanked the Town Board for the research
they did.
Mario Muollo, Vice President of the Westchester County Firearm Owner’s Association, stated that if
there is no intention of curbing gun violence, then he sees no purpose in the law. Mr. Muollo
continued by reading a prepared statement.
Robert DeVincenzo, a resident of Yonkers and a licensed real estate broker, read from a prepared
statement that emphasized his belief that this law is creating soft targets. Mr. DiVincenzo is not in
favor of the law.
Gloria Strauss, stated that she would like the same protection the Vice President receives when he
speaks at a private NRA event, in that there are no guns allowed in these events. Ms. Strauss thanked
the Town Board for this law.
George Talt, a resident, asked if the Sheldrake Trail was included in the law, and Mr. Maker stated no,
just the building.
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Eric Gross, of Valley Road, asked Mr. Maker if an individual’s rights or a homeowner’s right to protect
its own property had legal precedence. Mr. Maker responded that he believes the person, in this
instance the Town, has a right to regulate who comes onto their premises and for what purposes,
assuming there is no discrimination.
The Town Board asked Mr. Maker whether there was anything he heard from the audience to cause
the Town Board not to vote on the law this evening. Mr. Maker stated that the Town Board may want
him to review further the exemption for retired Police Officers as addressed by Mr. Muollo. The Town
Board would like to review this further and will adjourn the public hearing until July.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby adjourn the Public
Hearing on the “Banning of Firearms within specified Town Buildings” Law until July
11, 2018, at 8:00 PM or as soon thereafter as is possible, at 740 W Boston Post Road,
Mamaroneck.
PUBLIC HEARING – “Restriction on Parking on a Portion of the West Side of North Chatsworth
Avenue near its intersection with Rochelle Road and Huguenot Drive” Law
The following Notice of Public Hearing is entered into the record as follows:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Section 130 of the Town Law of the State of
New York, and pursuant to a resolution of the Mamaroneck Town Board adopted on June 6,
2018 a Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at 8:00 PM or as soon thereafter
as is possible at the VFW/Town Senior Center, 1288 Boston Post Road, Larchmont, New York to
consider: “Restriction on Parking on a Portion of the West Side of North Chatsworth Avenue
near its Intersections with Rochelle Road and Huguenot Drive” Law.
Purpose
The parking of automobiles on the west side of North Chatsworth Avenue near the corner
formed by the intersection of the west side of North Chatsworth Avenue and the south side of
Rochelle Road, and near the corner formed by the intersection of the west side of North
Chatsworth Avenue and the north side of Huguenot Drive creates visual obstructions for
automobiles attempting to enter North Chatsworth Avenue from Rochelle Road and Huguenot
Drive. Preventing parking near those corners will improve safety for automobiles and
pedestrians.
The full text of this document can be viewed on the website or copies can be obtained
at the Town Clerk's office during regular hours, Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, In June,
July and August until 4:00 PM at 740 W. Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, NY
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that at the Public Hearing all persons interested will be given
an opportunity to be heard and that all persons are invited to submit written comments at or
prior thereto.
BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD
OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
Published: June 13, 2018
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the Public Hearing
was unanimously opened.
Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone in the audience would like to address the Board regarding this
public hearing.
Arthur Wexler, a resident of Washington Square, asked why not a restriction on the entire length of
North Chatsworth, and Mr. Altieri stated that this law addresses the current safety concern only.
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Stuart Ault, a resident of Lafayette Road, stated that there is also an issue with a vehicle that parks on
the section of North Chatsworth just south of the intersection with Lafayette Road, adding that this
vehicle is also causing a safety concern. Mr. Altieri stated that the Town is addressing this, adding that
the Town is currently determining if there is legislation in place and a sign is missing, or if a law is
needed. Councilwoman Katz added that if legislation is needed, then a local law would need to be
drafted and a public hearing would need to be set.
Nadine Nee, 57 North Chatsworth Avenue, addressed the Town Board. Ms. Nee is concerned with the
measurement from her driveway to the intersection, adding it was her understanding that for maximum
visibility, it would be two car lengths. Mr. Altieri replied that yes, it was measured at two car lengths.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the public hearing was
unanimously closed.
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the following local law was
adopted:
Local Law No. 4 - 2018
This local law shall be known as the “Restriction on Parking on a Portion of the West Side of
North Chatsworth Avenue near its Intersections with Rochelle Road and Huguenot Drive” Law.
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
Section 1 – Purpose:
The parking of automobiles on the west side of North Chatsworth Avenue near the corner
formed by the intersection of the west side of North Chatsworth Avenue and the south side of
Rochelle Road, and near the corner formed by the intersection of the west side of North
Chatsworth Avenue and the north side of Huguenot Drive creates visual obstructions for
automobiles attempting to enter North Chatsworth Avenue from Rochelle Road and Huguenot
Drive. Preventing parking near those corners will improve safety for automobiles and
pedestrians.
Section 2 – Restriction on Parking on a Portion of the West Side of North Chatsworth Avenue
near its Intersections with Rochelle Road and Huguenot Drive
No motor vehicle shall be parked on the west side of North Chatsworth Avenue within forty
(40) feet of its intersection with the southerly side of Rochelle Road.
No motor vehicle shall be parked on the west side of North Chatsworth Avenue within sixty
(60) feet of its intersection with the northerly side of Huguenot Drive.
Section 3 – Sign(s) to be Erected and Painting to be Done:
An appropriate sign or signs shall be erected on and/or above, and/or striping shall be
painted on the surface of North Chatsworth Avenue indicating where and when parking is
prohibited by this law.
Section 4 – Severability:
Should any provision of this Local Law be declared invalid or unconstitutional by any court
of competent jurisdiction, such declaration of unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect
any other provisions of this Local Law, which may be implemented without the invalid or
unconstitutional provisions.
Section 5 – Effective Date:
This Local Law shall become effective upon filing with the Secretary of State.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
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PUBLIC HEARING – “Prohibited Overnight Parking on Garit Lane” Law
The following Notice of Public Hearing is entered into the record as follows:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Adjourned until June 20, 2018
Adjourned until June 6, 2018
LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Section 130 of the Town Law of the State of
New York, and pursuant to a motion of the Mamaroneck Town Board on June 6, 2018 this Public
Hearing will be adjourned until Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at 8:00 PM or as soon thereafter as is
possible at the VFW/Town Senior Center, 1288 Boston Post Road, Larchmont, New York to
consider: “Prohibited Overnight Parking on Garit Lane” Law.
Purpose
On May 2, 1984, it was decided to allow parking between the hours of 3:00 am (prevailing time)
and 6:00 am (prevailing time) on Garit Lane. Over the last thirty years circumstances have
changed and therefore like most streets within the Town, overnight parking on Garit Lane should
be prohibited.
The full text of this document can be viewed on the website or copies can be obtained
at the Town Clerk's office during regular hours, Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, In June,
July and August until 4:00 PM at 740 W. Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, NY
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that at the Public Hearing all persons interested will be given an
opportunity to be heard and that all persons are invited to submit written comments at or
prior thereto.
BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD
OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
Original Publication: April 27, 2018
Supervisor Seligson stated that this public hearing was held over from the last meeting because at that
public hearing the Town Board heard from many residents that were not in favor of the law. Supervisor
Seligson asked if there was any update from the Traffic Committee, and or if there was anyone in the
audience who wished to speak.
Kathy Bennet, addressed the Board also stating she wished to be updated on what was going on. Ms.
Bennett stated that she nor any of her neighbors was asked by the Traffic Committee for feedback, nor
were any neighbors of Garit Lane notified that the Traffic Committee met again. She was also not
notified of this meeting.
Councilwoman Katz responded that at the previous Traffic Committee meeting the resident in favor of
restricting overnight parking was present. The Traffic Committee would like to send out notification to
the residents of Garit Lane to receive their feedback. Councilwoman Katz stated that there seems to be
three directions to move in, one to leave the overnight parking in place, two to restrict overnight
parking, and put in place a one or two hour restriction on parking sometime during the day. The third
option for a residential parking district is, which, based on the Town’s experience, not a viable option as
the State is very likely not going to approve it. The Traffic Committee seems inclined to move in the
direction of the second option, adding that unlike other streets that allow for overnight parking,
residents of Garit Lane have driveways, and so would have a place to park during a one hour parking
restriction, while also benefitting from cars not being warehoused.
The Town Board would like to take this legislation, as written, off the table to allow the Traffic
Committee to further review, as there seems to be the potential for a different law than what has been
initially drafted.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the public hearing was
unanimously closed with no further action to take place with respect to this local law.
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CITIZEN’S COMMENTS
George Roniger, representing the Larchmont Gardens’ Civic Association, addressed the Town Board. Mr.
Roniger stated that it appears the Town may be willing to share in some of the costs of the repairs for
the arches, adding that the current state of affairs is a safety issue.
Supervisor Seligson responded that Town staff has advised that there is no danger, adding that cost
estimates need to be negotiated.
PRESENTATION – 2017 FINANCIAL AUDIT
Alan Kassay of O’Connor Davies gave a visual presentation to the audience
of the Town’s 2017 Financial Audit.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Seligson, and then on motion of Commissioner Elkind
Eney, seconded by Commissioner Katz, the Board of Fire Commissioners was unanimously declared
open.
Present were the following Members of the Commission:
Commissioner: Nancy Seligson
Commissioner: Abby Katz
Commissioner: Jaine Elkind Eney
Commissioner: Sabrina Fiddelman
Commissioner: Jeffery L. King
1. Authorization – Transfer of Funds – Engineering Charges - Weaver Street Firehouse Project
On motion of Commissioner Katz, seconded by Commissioner Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Board of Fire Commissioners does hereby authorize the amendment to
the Capital project 2017-29 Fire Building Improvements, and the transfer of funds in the
amount of $85,700.00 from the unexpended balance of the Fire District to Capital Project
#2017-29 Fire Building Improvements, as detailed by the Town Comptroller in the following
schedule:
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AMEND 2017 CAPITAL PROJECT & BUDGET - (#2017-29 FIRE HQ BLDG IMP)
6/20/2018TOWN BOARD MEETING
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND (FUND H):
AMEND BUDGET:
June 20, 2018
EXPH.3410.0400.2017.29FIRE BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS$ 85,700.00
REVH.0000.5034.2017.29TRANSFERS FROM FIRE DISTRICT$ 85,700.00
(CAPITAL PROJECT #2017-29)
(Increase project budget with $85,700 of Fire district unreserved fund balance for the purpose of funding the structural engineering
component (Bidding phase, Building permit phase, Construction admin phase & initial feasibility study) for Fire HQ apparatus floor.
*Original Capital Project Budget:$ 1,150,000.00
*Funding source:
*SERIAL BONDS/BAN - R.O.B. 2/1/17$ 1,150,000.00
*TRANSFER FR FIRE DISTRICT FUND - R.O.B. 5/3/17$ 63,000.00
*TRANSFER FR FIRE DISTRICT FUND - R.O.B. 5/2/18$ 30,000.00
*TRANSFER FR FIRE DISTRICT FUND - R.O.B. 6/20/18$ 85,700.00
*Capital Project Budget amended & adopted on 6/20/18:$ 1,328,700.00
AMEND 2018 FIRE DISTRICT OPERATING BUDGET (FUND SF):
AMEND BUDGET:
EXPSF.9900.9950TRANSFER TO CAPITAL PROJECT$ 85,700.00
REVSF.0000.5995APPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE$ 85,700.00
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner King Aye
Commissioner Fiddelman Aye
Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye
Commissioner Katz Aye
Commissioner Seligson Aye
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Commissioner
Fiddelman, seconded by Commissioner Katz, the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town
Board reconvened.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Adoption – 2019 Budget Calendar
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the 2019 Budget
Calendar as presented.
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2. Report of Bids – TA-18-01 Road Resurfacing
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the following was approved,
WHEREAS, on May 16, 2018 the Town publically opened and read three (3) bids for Contract TA-
18-01 Road Resurfacing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby award Contract TA-18-01 – Road
Resurfacing, to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all of the Town’s requirements, to ELQ
Industries to provide road resurfacing services at a total cost of $251,762.00, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said contract on behalf
of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
3. Authorization – Budget Amendment – Capital Project 2017-54 Pryer Manor Bridge Repairs
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve of proceeding
with the City of New Rochelle to complete the repairs to the Pryer Manor Bridge,
and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the budget
amendment for Capital Project 2017-54 Pryer Manor Bridge and the transfer of
funds
in the amount of $171,500.00, as detailed by the Town Comptroller in the following
schedule:
AMEND 2017 CAPITAL PROJECT & BUDGET - (#2017-54 PRYOR MANOR BRIDGE IMP)
6/20/2018 TOWN BOARD
MEETING
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND (FUND H):
AMEND BUDGET:
EXP H.5120.0400.2017.54 PRYOR MANOR BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS $ 171,500.00
REV H.0000.5031.2017.54 TRANSFERS FROM GENERAL TOWNWIDE FUND $ 171,500.00
(CAPITAL PROJECT #2017-54)
(Increase project budget with $171,500 of General Townwide unreserved fund balance for the purpose of funding the bid award contract
along with all necessary components of the bridge improvement project (engineering design & preparation of bid docs, lead testing,
NYSDEC permit fee, construction inspection & admin services).
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* Original Capital Project Budget: $ 103,500.00
* Funding source:
* SERIAL BONDS/BAN - R.O.B. 2/1/17 $ 103,500.00
* TRANSFER FR GENERAL TOWNWIDE FUND - R.O.B. 6/20/18 $ 171,500.00
* Capital Project Budget amended & adopted on 6/20/18: $ 275,000.00
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
4. Authorization – Amendment to Concession Agreement – Slap Shot Café
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the License Agreement
between the Town of Mamaroneck and Slap Shot Cafe allowing Slap Shot Café to maintain
a concession stand at the Hommocks Ice Rink located on Hommocks Road in the Town of
Mamaroneck for the sale of food, beverages and related products for 44.5 months in
exchange for payment of the following concession fees: $9,750 for the period from January
1, 2018 to June 30, 2018, $19,512 for the period from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019, $19,920
for the period from July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020, and $25,085 for the period from July 1,
2020 to September 15, 2021 and performance of the services enumerated in the License
Agreement, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said agreement,
subject to approval of the Town Attorney as to the form of the agreement, on behalf of the
Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
5. Salary Authorization – Police Department
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby promote Police Officer William
Kolman to the position of Detective, to fill the vacancy caused by the retirement of
Detective Edmonds, at an annual salary of $120,112, effective June 21, 2018.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
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On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby promote Police Officer William
Rakas to the position of Sergeant, to fill the vacancy caused by the retirement of Sergeant
Sean Conlin, at an annual salary of $127,451.00, effective June 21, 2018, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby promote Police Officer Frank
Commrade to the position of Sergeant, to fill the vacancy caused by the promotion of
Sergeant James Maher to Lieutenant, at an annual salary of $127,451.00, effective June 21,
2018, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby promote Detective Jason
Florkowski to the position of Detective Sergeant, to fill the vacancy caused by the
promotion of Sergeant Anthony Hoffman to Lieutenant, at an annual salary of $134,
774.00, effective June 21, 2018
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
6. Consideration of Certiorari
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following
tax certiorari on the following terms:
112 Kayak LLC
112-114 W. Boston Post Road
Section/Block/Lot: 9-13-219
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Year Current Assessment Reduction Resulting Assessment
2012 $ 16,000 $ 3,646 $ 12,354
2013 $ 950,000 $ 130,000 $ 820,000
2014 $ 950,000 $ 130,000 $ 820,000
2015 $ 950,000 $ 145,000 $ 805,000
2016 $ 950,000 $ 145,000 $ 805,000
2017 $ 950,000 $ 115,000 $ 835,000
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
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ADDED ITEM
7. Set Date – July Town Board Meeting
On motion of Supervisor Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the date for the July 2018
Town Board Meeting for July 11, 2018.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES – April 18, 2018 and May 2, 2018
On motion of Councilwoman Fiddelman, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve
the Board Minutes from the meetings of April 18, 2018 and May 2,
2018.
REPORT OF COUNCIL
The Town Board Members reported on their various activities and meetings since the last Town Board
Meeting.
SUPERVISOR’S SUMMARY REPORT
I have spent a lot of time the past two weeks in meetings with other Westchester chief elected
officials and the County administration to discuss the opportunity and implications of the
change in State tax law to allow local governments to accept charitable donations to offset
taxes. The Town Board discussed it at length tonight during our work session. It is a complicated
proposition because it has never been done before, therefore the software and municipal
systems needed to collect such a donation and credit a resident for tax payments don’t exist.
Further complicating the matter, the school district and County would have to collect the
donations on their own unless they enter into an agreement with the Town. The school districts
and County have never collected tax payments. The Town has always performed that function.
We will continue to discuss it, but the Town Board expects to pass a resolution tonight to allow
us to move forward to allow it. Most communities are moving forward if their school district is
interested.
I’m proud to report the Town, along with the Village of Larchmont, was honored with a 2018
Westchester Eco Award yesterday for launching the voluntary food scrap recycling program in
2017. County Executive George Latimer with County Legislator Catherine Parker presented us
with the award at Kensico Dam Plaza. It was a very nice event. We were proud to have Steve
Altieri, Sanitation Foreman and Deputy Forman Clarence Gaddis and Frank Giordano, superstar
volunteers Karen Khor and Arlene Novich and the almost the entire board of the Village of
Larchmont including Mayor Lorraine Walsh.
Congratulations to Recreation Superintendent, Jill Fisher, who was awarded the prestigious
Joseph E. Curtis Achievement Award from the Westchester Recreation and Parks Society. Vicky
Laoutaris, Recreation Supervisor, was awarded the Dr. Sal Prezioso Professional Fellowship
award and the Town was recognized for its Winter Festival.
We had a wonderful Volunteer Appreciation BBQ for all members of the Town’s boards and
commissions. We were lucky to have perfect weather that helped make it a lovely night. Again,
thank you to our volunteers for their dedication, time commitment and hard work.
There are two student events I want to mention. Firstly, Rye Neck High School students
participating in the Action Research for Community Change program completed a water project
about the community’s confidence level in our drinking water. They conducted a survey and
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presented their findings in a very professional and mature manner. I think WJWW will follow up
on some of their recommendations.
Secondly, the Connie Green O’Donnell, Assistant Town Administrator worked with MHS art
teachers to have the artwork of the students presented in the Town Center. We held a small
ceremony for the artist and teachers this past Tuesday. Congratulations to those great student
artists and thank you for adorning the walls of the Town Center with your artwork.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilman King, the meeting was unanimously
adjourned at 10:30 PM
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Submitted by
Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
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