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August 22, 2018
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE
TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON AUGUST 22, 2018, BEGINNING AT 4:00PM IN
CONFERENCE ROOM A AND CONTINUING AT 8:00 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE
TOWN CENTER, 740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
PRESENT: Supervisor Nancy Seligson
Councilwoman Jaine Elkind Eney
Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman
Councilman Jeffery L. King
ALSO PRESENT: Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
Laura DeMuro, Deputy Town Clerk (Worksession)
Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator
Connie Green O’Donnell, Assistant Town Administrator
William Maker, Jr., Town Attorney
ABSENT: Councilwoman Abby Katz
CALL TO ORDER - WORK SESSION
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the Work Session was
unanimously opened at 5:00PM.
TAKEN OUT OF ORDER
Update – Fire House Renovation Costs and Referendum
Additionally Present: Joe Russo, Deputy Fire Chief and Rob Wasp Town Engineer
Mr. Altieri’s original memo, dated August 17, 2018, outlined the original estimated project costs, the
additional required work, and an outline of the new estimates. Mr. Altieri’s addendum memo outlined and
discussed the additional work and the associated change orders effecting the cost of the project. Chief Russo
and Rob Wasp answered questions from the Town Board on specifics of the project. The Town Board also
received the feasibility analysis prepared by the Town’s consultant, Calgi Construction. The next step for this
project is to prepare construction plans and bid documents. Approval is being requested to retain Calgi
Construction and Michael Smith Architects to prepare the plans and bid documents. The Board discussed the
financing for the project and the timing for a referendum. Bond council has advised the Town that the entire
amount of the financing can be listed as one item on the referendum ballot. The referendum will be
scheduled after the receipt of the bids.
Lease Agreement – Rental Ladder Truck & Purchase of Ladder Truck
The lease agreement was discussed and its approval will be subject to the form of agreement by the Town
Attorney. Chief Russo discussed the details of the new firetruck.
Proposed Legislation – Parking on Boston Post Road – Food Trucks
It was noted that the food truck has not been seen in quite some time. The Town Board discussed waiting
until the fall to determine if a problem still exists.
Westchester Power Renewal / Community Choice Aggregation – Memorandum of Understanding
The Town Board reviewed a recap memo from Supervisor Seligson, as well as the draft Memorandum of
Understanding. Approval of this memorandum of understanding is on the regular agenda for approval this
evening.
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Discussion – Westchester Joint Water Works Rate Increase
The Town Board reviewed a memo from Mr. Altieri discussing the evaluation of a proposed water rate
increase. Mr. Altieri’s memo also outlined the Town’s Water District expenses for 2018 and projections for
2019. The Town Board would like to announce the rate increase this evening, but will not vote on its approval
it until the next Town Board meeting. The Town is proposing a 3.5% increase, effective September 1, 2018.
Discussion – Veterans Memorial – Myrtle Boulevard
The Town has been contacted by Al Bender, a Town resident and former Commander of American Legion
347who would like to raise funds to restore the Veterans Memorial at Myrtle Park. There are some different
opinions as to how it should be restored, and Liz Paul had contacted restoration companies in order to
generate how best to repair it. One cost estimate received was $40,000. The Town will await further contact
from Mr. Bender.
Review of Proposals – RFQ Comprehensive Plan
Supervisor Seligson stated that the next three items on the worksession agenda are all integral to the
Comprehensive Plan. Supervisor Seligson thinks it would be helpful to look at these under the guidance of a
consultant; especially since these proposals had a shorter time frame for completion than expected. The
Town Board reviewed the three proposals and the experiences of each firm. The Town Board would like to
invite them each to come for an interview. Supervisor Seligson added that Memorial Park should be added
as a priority item on the agenda for the Comprehensive Plan.
ADDED ITEM
It was announced that the Town will be hosting a ‘Car Fit’ for Senior Citizens’ to be held in Commuter Lot #1
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on October 1. This is a program to help seniors set up their vehicles safely.
Supervisor Seligson noted that the September 11 Ceremony is planned and invites are going out.
Councilwoman Elkind Eney updated the Town Board on the recent meeting of the United Westchester
Executive Committee. The Executive Committee is chaired by County Executive George Latimer and State
Assemblyman David Buchwald. It is comprised of representatives of some municipalities, some County
Legislators and some State Assemblymen and was formed to address the poor response by Con Edison and
NYSEG to the storms last March. Representatives of Con Edison and NYSEG were at a public hearing earlier
this year. Representatives of the Public Service Commission are scheduled to meet with the Executive
Committee of United Westchester.
Update – Street Light Services – Celtic Energy
Mr. Altieri recapped the current issues of concern with the Energy Service Contract with Honeywell. They are
as follows: 1) The software running the lights is close to obsolete 2) There are problems with the fixtures
themselves 3) When retrofitted Con Edison performed an analysis of the fixtures, and that process was not
done correctly. Based on the performance contract, $70,000 is currently due to the Town from Honeywell.
Celtic Energy has completed both phases of their analysis, the second phase focused strictly on the street
lighting. The Town Board would like Celtic Energy to discuss and explain their findings specific to the second
phase. The Town will then bring all the parties together for a final resolution.
Update - Washington Square Residential Parking Permit Usage
It has been brought to the Town’s attention that there appears to be abuse of the Washington Square
residential parking permit system. The Town would like to make the guidelines for receiving these permits
stricter. The Town Clerk distributed a draft proposal for stricter guidelines for obtaining a permit.
Update – Old Jefferson Street
Mr. Altieri stated that it appears the portion of Old Jefferson proposed for sale to 16 N. Chatsworth Avenue is
owned by Westchester County. This may have happened when the County transferred Memorial Park to the
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Town in 1962, and a strip of land may have gotten overlooked. Mr. Altieri has been in contact with the
County, and a title report is also being conducted by Ken Gould, a representative for 16 N. Chatsworth.
Discussion – Shared Police Dispatch
Supervisor Seligson stated that at the recent Town Village School (TVS) Meeting there was discussion of
utilizing a shared dispatch for Police. During the meeting each municipality was asked to bring this back to
their Boards for discussion. It was also noted that the Westchester Municipal Officials Organization is
reviewing a civilian dispatch proposal. Supervisor Seligson will report back to the TVS that the Town is open
to further discussions.
Update – BLD Diner Site
Mr. Altieri noted that he and Bill Maker have had an additional meeting with the owners of the BLD Diner.
The owners are closing the diner and an initial proposal was for an AutoNation Jaguar dealership.
The latest proposal is to build housing. The BLD site has been consolidated, but does not include the site of
Fuji Mountain. The initial concept is for 80 units at 7 stories. Mr. Altieri noted that at the meeting the owners
were informed that as Town law requires, any residential development would need to include affordable
housing. Additionally the Town would like to see a ‘Green’ component.
ADDED ITEM
Supervisor Seligson informed the Board that the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has
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declared the Larchmont Reservoir to have a harmful alga bloom. The DEC took samples on July 31.
Supervisor Seligson will follow up with the Village of Larchmont, who owns the Lake, to discuss a public
announcement.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, the Board unanimously agreed to
enter into an Executive Session to discuss the purchase of land.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Purchase of Land
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the Board unanimously
agreed to resume the Regular Meeting.
CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING
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.
PUBLIC HEARING –“ Restriction on Parking on the Portion of the West Side of North Chatsworth Avenue from
Lafayette Road to the Driveway Entrance to 35 North Chatsworth Avenue” Law
The following Notice of Public Hearing is entered into the record as follows:
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 July 11, 2018 a Public
Hearing will be held on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at 8:00 PM or as soon thereafter as is possible
at the Town Center, 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York to consider: “Restriction on
Parking on the Portion of the West Side of North Chatsworth Avenue from Lafayette Road to the
Driveway Entrance to 35 North Chatsworth Avenue” Law.
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Purpose
The parking of automobiles on the west side of North Chatsworth Avenue from the corner formed by
the intersection of the west side of North Chatsworth and the south side of Lafayette Road to the
driveway entrance to 35 North Chatsworth Avenue creates visual obstructions for automobiles.
Preventing parking along this length of the west side of North Chatsworth Avenue 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:
July 19, 2018
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the Public Hearing was
unanimously opened.
Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone wished to comment on the proposed Local Law.
Ed Lieber, a resident of N. Chatsworth Avenue, stated that commuter parkers seem to be taking over the
Town.
Supervisor Seligson responded that this is not a new problem, and the Town plans to address this in an
upcoming Comprehensive Plan.
Elizabeth Fishman, 1 Overlook Circle, stated that she is concerned that if you restrict parking on N.
Chatsworth Avenue the overflow will move to Overlook Circle.
Mary McCarthy, spoke of the dangerous turn coming out of Edgewood Avenue onto N. Chatsworth
Avenue.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the Public Hearing was
unanimously closed.
On motion of Councilwoman Fiddelman, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the following Local law
was approved:
Local Law No. 6 - 2018
This local law shall be known as the “Restriction on Parking on the Portion of the West Side of
North Chatsworth Avenue from Lafayette Road to the Driveway Entrance to 35 North Chatsworth
Avenue” 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 from the corner formed
by the intersection of the west side of North Chatsworth Avenue and the south side of Lafayette Road
to the driveway entrance to 35 North Chatsworth Avenue creates visual obstructions for automobiles.
Preventing parking along this length of the west side of North Chatsworth Avenue will improve safety
for automobiles and pedestrians.
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Section 2 – Restriction on Parking on a Portion of the West Side of North Chatsworth Avenue from its
Intersection with Lafayette Road to the Driveway Entrance to 35 North Chatsworth Avenue
No motor vehicle shall be parked on the west side of North Chatsworth Avenue from the corner
formed by the intersection of the west side of North Chatsworth Avenue and the south side of
Lafayette Road to the driveway entrance to 35 North Chatsworth Avenue.
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 ABSENT
Seligson Aye
SUPERVISOR’S SUMMARY REPORT
August is typically a quiet month in the Town of Mamaroneck as camp ends and many employees
and residents travel for vacation. We had a successful summer of community activities with 4
outdoor concerts and one movie. We have the last outdoor movie, Toy Story, scheduled for Friday
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September 7. Thanks to volunteers and the Sustainability Collaborative, the concerts and movies
were zero-waste events resulting in as little waste as possible because most food and trash were
recycled. The Town summer day camps were all well attended and successful.
The restoration and planting plan for Gardens Lake, aka the Duck Pond, will go out to bid in late
August for a fall installation. The LGCA helped fund the purchase of water fountain bubblers in the
pond to decrease the algae in the lake.
The Town was fortunate not to experience serious flooding during the heavy and frequent rain
storms this past month.
The Town’s capital work to repair sanitary sewer lines will go out to bid in the fall for a proposed
winter start date. We expect to repair all of the sewer lines in the New Rochelle Sewer District and up
to 50% of the lines in the Mamaroneck Valley Sewer District. That is good news.
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Please remember that the 1 installment of school taxes are due September 30.
I know my reports for September will be quite different with much more activity.
CITIZEN’S COMMENTS
Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone in the audience would like to address the Board, and there was not.
Cathy Sears and Tom Dorf, representing the Larchmont Gardens’ Civic Association, addressed the Town
Board. Ms. Sears thanked the Town, on behalf of the Association, for how beautiful the Lake looks. She then
asked for an update on the path along the Lake. Mr. Altieri responded by stating that completion is expected
in late October. Mr. Dorf stated that information was received regarding fescue grass as not being liked by
geese. Supervisor Seligson stated that the Town is aware and is planning to plant fescue grass. The invasive
vines along the Brook were noted, and Supervisor Seligson responded that the Highway Department will get
a handle on it before it gets too out of control. An update on the repair work being done on Myrtle
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Boulevard was requested, and Mr. Altieri responded that this is not a permanent fix and the Town is working
with Con Edison on the permanent repairs. Finally it was noted that there are locations where hedges are
causing blind spots. Ms. Sears will email the list to Mr. Altieri for follow up.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Seligson, and then on motion of Commissioner Elkind
Eney, seconded by Commissioner King, the Board of Fire Commissioners was unanimously declared open.
Present were the following Members of the Commission:
Commissioner: Nancy Seligson
Commissioner: Jaine Elkind Eney
Commissioner: Sabrina Fiddelman
Commissioner: Jeffery L. King
Absent was the following Member of the Commission
Commissioner: Abby Katz
Additionally Present: Deputy Fire Chiefs Joe Russo and Shawn Hughes
1. FIRE CLAIMS
On motion of Commissioner Elkind Eney, seconded by Commissioner Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED that this Commission hereby authorizes payment of the following Fire
Department Claims as approved by the Fire Chief and audited by the
Comptroller’s Office:
VENDOR DESCRIPTION
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Escape Training $350.00
ASAP Inc. 29.06
Shipping fee
Amazon.Com Broom, Rubbermaid, CLR, Spray Nine, Angel Soft 185.83
Paper, Dry Erase markers, Uniform Supp.
Atlantic Westchester, Inc. HVAC Service & Maintenance Agreement 7/1-
1600.00
12/31/18
Bound Tree Medical, LLC Medical Supplies 245.50
Cablevision Cable Services for 7/23-8/22/18 210.55
Chatsworth Cleaners Uniform cleaning 6/1-6/30/18 44.97
CIT Finance LLC Xerox copier contract 7/22/18 296.68
Con Edison Fire HQ Gas SVC 6/28/18 - 7/30/18 80.56
Fire-End & Croker Corp Battery Pack, Survivor Led light 115.20
Galls, LLC Trousers, flashlight, gloves, parka 1076.08
Home Depot Supplies 64.63
Shirts, sweatpants, shorts for Shaun Hughes,
KVI Uniforms & Equipment, Inc Uniforms for Career Staff (pants, shirts, shorts) 1825.50
Fire Fighter I&II & HMFRO National Certification
NYS - Academy of Fire Science Examination 300.00
New England Uniforms Hat & shirts for Career Staff - Sonny 176.00
Owen, Corey Bedding 50.79
Peter Jackson & Son Replace flushometer kit on 2nd floor bathroom 162.00
R.G. Brewer Inc. Tire Care Foam 24.27
Ready Refresh Water Cooler rental for 6/19-7/18/18 122.96
Sound Shore Pest Control Exterminating Services on 6/25/18 65.00
T & J Rescue Enterprises LLC 2 TL-9 Stabilizer D-Model 1540.00
Town of Mam'k Fire Dept. Food for July 2018 Department Drill 7/18/18 169.91
Life Insurance for Career Staff of 12 for the
Town of Mam'k PFFA month of May 2018, two pay periods 188.64
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Life Insurance for Career Staff of 12 for the
Town of Mam'k PFFA month of June 2018, two pay periods 188.64
UniFirst Corp. Cleaning supplies, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20/18 408.66
United Communications Corp. Minitor 5 repairs 312.81
Verizon Fire HQ SVC 7/10/18 - 8/9/18 247.34
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Drill 7/26/18 125.65
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Explorer Drill 7/5/18 105.23
WJWW 205 Weaver St. charges 5/25/18 - 6/25/18 79.27
WJWW 205 Weaver St. charges 6/25/18 - 7/25/18 141.62
WJWW Water charges 6/30-9/30/18 100.00
Total: $10633.35
VENDOR DESCRIPTION
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Escape Training
ASAP Inc.
Shipping fee
Amazon.Com Broom, Rubbermaid, CLR, Spray Nine, Angel Soft Paper, Dry Erase markers, Uniform
Supp.
Atlantic Westchester, Inc.
HVAC Service & Maintenance Agreement 7/1-12/31/18
Bound Tree Medical, LLC Medical Supplies
Cablevision Cable Services for 7/23-8/22/18
Chatsworth Cleaners Uniform cleaning 6/1-6/30/18
CIT Finance LLC Xerox copier contract 7/22/18
Con Edison Fire HQ Gas SVC 6/28/18 - 7/30/18
Fire-End & Croker Corp Battery Pack, Survivor Led light
Galls, LLC Trousers, flashlight, gloves, parka
Home Depot Supplies
Shirts, sweatpants, shorts for Shaun Hughes, Uniforms for Career Staff (pants, shirts,
KVI Uniforms & Equipment, Inc shorts)
NYS - Academy of Fire Science Fire Fighter I&II & HMFRO National Certification Examination
New England Uniforms Hat & shirts for Career Staff - Sonny
Owen, Corey Bedding
Peter Jackson & Son Replace flushometer kit on 2nd floor bathroom
R.G. Brewer Inc. Tire Care Foam
Ready Refresh Water Cooler rental for 6/19-7/18/18
Sound Shore Pest Control Exterminating Services on 6/25/18
T & J Rescue Enterprises LLC 2 TL-9 Stabilizer D-Model
Town of Mam'k Fire Dept. Food for July 2018 Department Drill 7/18/18
Town of Mam'k PFFA Life Insurance for Career Staff of 12 for the month of May 2018, two pay periods
Town of Mam'k PFFA Life Insurance for Career Staff of 12 for the month of June 2018, two pay periods
UniFirst Corp. Cleaning supplies, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20/18
United Communications Corp. Minitor 5 repairs
Verizon Fire HQ SVC 7/10/18 - 8/9/18
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Drill 7/26/18
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Explorer Drill 7/5/18
WJWW 205 Weaver St. charges 5/25/18 - 6/25/18
WJWW 205 Weaver St. charges 6/25/18 - 7/25/18
WJWW Water charges 6/30-9/30/18
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner King Aye
Commissioner Fiddelman Aye
Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye
Commissioner Katz ABSENT
Commissioner Seligson Aye
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2. Authorization – Equipment Lease Agreement
On motion of Commissioner Elkind Eney, seconded by Commissioner King, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town of Mamaroneck Board of Fire Commissioners does hereby approve
the Lease Agreement between the Town of Mamaroneck Fire District and SWD Seagrave to
lease a 1999 Seagrave Aerial Truck, subject to approval of the form of the agreement by the
Town Attorney, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said agreement on
behalf of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner King Aye
Commissioner Fiddelman Aye
Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye
Commissioner Katz ABSENT
Commissioner Seligson Aye
3. Authorization – Purchase of Fire Department Ladder Truck
On motion of Commissioner Elkind Eney, seconded by Commissioner King, the following was approved,
WHEREAS, with the cancellation of the last aerial truck order the Fire Department has been
researching an alternative apparatus and has prepared a recommendation for the Fire Commission’s
approval.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town of Mamaroneck Board of Fire Commissioners does hereby approve
the purchase of one Seagrave Custom Aerial Ladder Truck at a total cost of $1,239,071, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to sign off on the purchase order
pursuant to the Town’s Contract with H-GAC.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner King Aye
Commissioner Fiddelman Aye
Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye
Commissioner Katz ABSENT
Commissioner Seligson Aye
4. Authorization – Preparation of Fire House Renovation Plans and Bid Documents
On motion of Commissioner Elkind Eney, seconded by Commissioner Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town of Mamaroneck Board of Fire Commissioners does hereby approve
the contracts with Calgi Construction and Smith & Pucillo Architects to prepare the plans and
the bid documents for the Fire House Basement Renovation, at a total cost of $24,000, and
BE IT, FURTHER
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RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said contracts
on behalf of the Town and the Board of Fire Commissioners.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner King Aye
Commissioner Fiddelman Aye
Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye
Commissioner Katz ABSENT
Commissioner Seligson Aye
5. Fire Report for the Month of July, 2018.
Commissioner Elkind Eney read the Fire Report for the Month of July as submitted by Chief Tortorella as
follows:
July 2018
ALARM TYPE NUMBER
Generals 27
Minors 25
Stills 4
Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 1
EMS 49
Drills 5
TOTAL 111
Total number of personnel responding: 689
Total time working: 53 hours and 49 minutes
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Commissioner Elkind Eney,
Seconded by Commissioner Fiddelman, the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board
reconvened.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Authorization – 2018 School Tax Warrant
DEFERRED
2. Set Public Hearing – Parking Restrictions – Murray Avenue at Forest Avenue
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the date for a Public
Hearing on “ Restriction on Parking on a Portion of the East Side of Murray Avenue from
its Intersection with Forest Avenue” Law, for Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at 8:00PM
at the Town Center, 740 West Boston Post Road, and
BE IT FURTHER,
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RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to publish the notice of said hearing
in a newspaper appointed as an official newspaper, and that said Notice, be posted.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
3. Set Public Hearing – Restrictions on Boston Post Road
DEFERRED
4. Authorization – Management and Non-Union Employees
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the 2018 Salary Schedule
for Management and Non-Union Personnel and the associated recommendations for
compensation, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to amend employees agreements
as required to account for the compensation changes.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
5. Authorization – Celtic Energy
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby accept the June 28, 2018 proposal from
Celtic Energy to compile the contract resolution services with Honeywell Inc., at a cost of $16,300,
including travel, for the scope of tasks listed in the proposal, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said agreement on behalf of
the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
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6. Approval – Memorandum of Understanding - Westchester Power / Community Choice Aggregation
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the Town Administrator to
execute the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Mamaroneck and
Sustainable Westchester, Inc., the purpose of which to establish participation in the Community
Choice Aggregation Program, for the Con Edison service area, to be managed on the Town’s
behalf by Sustainable Westchester, subject to the following conditions as per the memorandum
dated July, 31, 2018 from Nancy Seligson, Supervisor as follows:
1. Sustainable Westchester shall secure a “compliant bid” – i.e. that the price per kilowatt hour
for the Green Option is less than the average Con Edison price for the same customer class over
the proceeding twelve (12) month period (“the Benchmark”)
2. The price secured shall be guaranteed for a twenty (24) month period
3. A customer may “opt out” at any time without penalty or charge.
4. The electricity supplier is determined as having the creditworthiness and overall financial
capacity to meet its obligations under its contract with Sustainable Westchester and the Town
of Mamaroneck.
5. The Memorandum of Understanding is substantially the same as to form and content as that
which the Town entered into previously and is subject to final review by the Town Attorney.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
7. Westchester Joint Water Works Rate Increase
The Town Board presented the Town Water District expenses for 2018 and the projections for 2019, with the
anticipation of a water rate increase proposed at 3.5% effective September 1, 2018. The Town Board will vote
on this rate increase at the September 4 Town Board Meeting.
8. Transfer of Funds – Tree Fund
On motion of Councilman King, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the budget amendment and
transfer of funds in the amount of $11,200, for the purchase of trees for the annual planting, as
detailed by the Town Comptroller in the following schedule:
BUDGET AMENDMENT - TRANSFER FROM TRUST FUND TO GENERAL FUND
8/22/2018 TOWN BOARD MEETING
GENERAL TOWN WIDE FUND (FUND A):
INCREASE BUDGET:
A.0000.5041 TRANSFERS FROM TRUST FUND $ 11,200.00
A.8510.4178 PLANTS / TREES/ MOSQUITO CONTROL $ 11,200.00
* (REPRESENTS USE OF TREE PLANTING FUND DONATIONS
FOR PURCHASE OF STREET TREES & DEDICATION TREES FOR ANNUAL SPRING PLANTING)
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* TRUST A/C # T.0000.0097 (TREE PLANTING FUND) $ (11,200.00)
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
9. Transfer of Funds – Consultant Services - Hommocks Pool
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the budget amendment and
transfer of funds in the amount of $4,500, to conduct an analysis of the Hommocks Pool
Recreation Facility with respect to the installation of new features, as detailed by the Town
Comptroller in the following schedule:
BUDGET AMENDMENT - INCREASE 2018 GENERAL TOWNWIDE FUND BUDGET
8/22/2018 TOWN BOARD MEETING
GENERAL TOWNWIDE (FUND A):
INCREASE BUDGET:
A.0000.5995 APPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE $ 4,500.00
A.1440.4035 CONSULTANT SERVICES $ 4,500.00
* REPRESENTS ANTICIPATED USAGE OF GENERAL TOWNWIDE FUND UNRESERVED FUND BALANCE
TO FUND THE ADDITIONAL ENGINEERING EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH THE STUDY ON
THE PROPOSED OUTDOOR POOL COMPLEX IMPROVEMENTS.
ORIGINAL BUDGET - A.1440.4035 $ 10,000.00
BUDGET AMENDMENT - R.O.B. 05/02/2018 $ 13,700.00
BUDGET AMENDMENT - R.O.B. 08/22/2018 $ 4,500.00
REVISED BUDGET AS AMENDED 08/22/2018 $ 28,200.00
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
10. Authorization – Snow & Ice Index Amendment B – Winter 2016/2016
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the adjustment to the
2015/2016 New York State Snow and Ice Agreement, and
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BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said supplemental
agreement on behalf of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
11. Adoption – Change of Town Board Meeting Date
On motion of Councilwoman Fiddelman, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve changing the previously
scheduled Town Board Meeting of Wednesday, September 19to Wednesday, September 26, 2018.
12. Salary Authorizations – Police Department
On motion Councilwoman Fiddelman, seconded by Councilman King, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby appoint Timothy Geary, to the
position of Probationary Police Officer, at an annual salary of $57,708.00, effective August 23,
2018.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
On motion Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby appoint Pierluigi Castaldo, to the
position of Probationary Police Officer, at an annual salary of $57,708.00, effective August 23,
2018.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
13. Resolution – Retirement Reporting for Elected and Appointed Officials
On motion of Councilwoman Fiddelman, seconded by Councilman King, it was
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RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board hereby establishes the following as standard work days for
elected and appointed officials and reports the following days worked to the New York State and Local
Employees’ Retirement System based on the record of activities maintained and submitted by these officials,
and recertified where applicable, to the Town Clerk of this body:
Title Standard Name Social Registration Tier One Term Begins/Ends Days/Month
Work Security Number (based on on
Check
Day Number record of
only if
(last 4 activities)
member
digits)
is a tier
one
ELECTED
OFFICIALS
Councilwoman 6 Jaine ---- -------- 1/1/2018 thru 7.06
Elkind 12/31/2021
Eney
Town Justice 6 Ronald ---- -------- 1/1/2018 thru 5.15
W. 12/31/2021
Meister
APPOINTED
OFFICIALS
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
14. Report of Bids – TA-18-03A HVAC Improvements – Hommocks Ice Rink & Highway Facilities
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, the following was adopted,
WHEREAS, on July 25, 2018 the Town publically opened and read one (1) bid for Contract
TA-18-03A HVAC Improvements – Hommocks Ice Rink & Highway Facilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby reject the bid received by Atlantic
Westchester, in the amount of $630,100, as it was well above the Town’s estimate of $175,000 for
the project.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
15. Consideration of Certiorari
On motion of Councilwoman Fiddelman, seconded by Councilman King, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following tax
certiorari on the following terms:
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Majestic Properties, Inc.
700 Fenimore Road
Section/Block/Lot: 8-30-292.1 and 8-30-292.2
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Section/Block/Lot: 8-30-292.1
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2014 $2,950,000 $850,000 $2,100,000
Section/Block/Lot: 8-30-292.2
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2014 $840,000 $140,000 $700,000
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
16. Authorization – Sale of Land – Cove Road
On motion of Councilwoman Fiddelman, seconded by Councilman King, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve of the sale of the unused
portion of the roadbed of Cove Road to Leslie Shifrin and Fran Shifrin, for the sum of $17,500.00,
of which the form of the contract of sale to be approved by the Town Attorney.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz ABSENT
Seligson Aye
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the
Board Minutes from the meetings of June 20, 2018 and July 11, 2018.
REPORT OF COUNCIL
The Town Board Members reported on their various activities and meetings since the last Town Board
Meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
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On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, the meeting was unanimously
adjourned.
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Submitted by
Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
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