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October 17, 2018
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON OCTOBER 17, 2018, BEGINNING AT 5:00PM IN
CONFERENCE ROOM D 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 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, Deputy 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.
Discussion – Comprehensive Plan Consultants
The Town Board met with a third consultant, Ferrandino & Associates, Inc., for an interview to update the
Comprehensive Plan.
Representatives from Ferrandino included, Vince Ferrandino, Principal, Brian Demsey of Provident Design
Engineering and Susan Hopkins of Highland Planning, subcontractors for Ferrandino. Each of the
representatives presented to the Town Board. The presentation was followed by a period of questions and
answers.
Update – Sewer System Rehabilitation Project
The Town Board reviewed a memo from Mr. Altieri, dated October 12, 2018. The memo gave background
information as well as an update. The Town Board also received documentation from the Consortium’s
consulting engineers, GHD Associates, presenting bid results for Contract P33A (repairs requiring open
excavation for the replacement or repair of sections of sewer pipes) and Contract P33B (work to re-line
existing sewer pipes). For the Town of Mamaroneck the total cost of the contract is $2,452,053. The original
estimate for the repairs was $2,700,000. Additionally, the Consortium received grant funding in the amount
of $5.7 million. Mr. Altieri further stated in his memo that “with the favorable bids received for sewer
repairs and the grant awarded for the project, this is a perfect opportunity to expand the repairs within the
Mamaroneck Sewer District. Therefore, we will be asking the consulting engineer to advise the Town on
the cost of the additional work to complete the repairs in the Town portion of the Mamaroneck Valley
Sewer District. At this point no further action is required of the Town Board.”
Review – Westchester County Immigration Protection Act (IPA)
The Town Board previously discussed the IPA and asked that it be further reviewed with the Town Attorney
and the Chief of Police. At this juncture the Town feels that the Standard Operating Procedures the Town
has in place is favorable to passing a local law.
OUT OF ORDER
Discussion – Sewer Rent Law
The Town Board previously discussed an application from Winged Foot Golf Club to appeal their sewer rent
charges. Town law allows for an application to the Town Board for a reduction in that year’s sewer rent fee,
if in writing and with supporting documentation. The Town Board previously discussed accepting this
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appeal and additionally whether to amend the law to allow the system user to submit an application every
three years rather than annually. The Town received information from the Building Department that these
appeals can be flagged in the Municity software, to track any change in the existing water use. Mr. Maker
was asked to draft an amendment to the current local law to reflect the change from an annual appeal
process, to a three year appeal process.
Discussion – Vehicle and Traffic Codification
The Town Board received a draft of the Codification of the Town’s Vehicle and Traffic Chapter. The Town
Clerk and the Town Attorney updated the Town Board on the status of this multi-year project. There is a
current emphasis to finalize the codification before the end of the year. The Town Board was asked to
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review the draft Chapter and to make any comments by October 31. At the November 7 Town Board
Meeting the Town Clerk and the Town Attorney will have a final draft ready for public hearing at the
second Town Board meeting in November.
ADDED ITEM
Presentation – Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority (TMHA)
Additionally Present: Rick Cherry Chair of the TMHA, TMHA Members, Steve Chapin, Dolores Battalia, Sal
Iacono, TMHA Ad-hoc Committee Members, Ben Chapin, Alex Eney and Myles Monaghan, and David Bady.
The TMHA presented a conceptual idea for affordable housing in the Town of Mamaroneck, with an
emphasis on affordable senior housing in the community. The TMHA presented multiple proposals
including site plans and financing structures for affordable housing near the Larchmont train station.
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, 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 Fiddelman, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the Board unanimously agreed
to resume the Regular Meeting.
OUT OF ORDER
Discussion – North Chatsworth Avenue Parking
Supervisor Seligson stated that she has received feedback from residents of North Chatsworth Avenue who
are very upset with the commuter parking along North Chatsworth Avenue. Supervisor Seligson thinks that
a number of these residents may come to address the Town Board during the regular meeting. Supervisor
Seligson distributed a collation of all the emails received. Councilman King stated that he continues to
believe that there is an issue with visibility turning out of Lafayette Road onto North Chatsworth as well as
turning onto North Chatsworth from Edgewood Avenue. It was noted that the Traffic Committee’s position
is that they have previously denied changes to other streets with potentially more difficult issues. The
Town Board discussed bringing in an additional planning consultant to address parking ahead of the work
to take place for the Comprehensive Plan.
ADDED ITEM
Draft Legislation – Restriction on Parking on a Section of Winthrop Avenue
Supervisor Seligson stated that she has received a petition from residents of Winthrop Avenue who were
not aware that this legislation was being considered. They think the law is unnecessary and will cause
additional problems with already limited parking availability. She believes that these residents will be
coming to this evening’s public hearing. The Town Board noted that the legislation was drafted based on
recommendations from the Traffic Committee after hearing concerns from residents that cars were being
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warehoused on Winthrop Avenue. The Town Board discussed better notification of upcoming Traffic
Committee meetings and suggests that all residents of a particular area be notified of any items on the
Traffic Committee agenda affecting their area.
ADDED ITEM
2019 Budget Calendar and the November Town Board Meeting Date
The Town Board discussed adding an additional Budget Meeting on November 12. The Town Board would
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also like to move the November 21 Town Board Meeting to Monday, November 19, as the 21 is the
evening before Thanksgiving.
Mr. Altieri distributed the 2019 Tentative Town Budget. Mr. Altieri stated that overall the expenditures, at
a 3.5 percent increase, are consistent with last year. One of the biggest challenges with the 2019 budget is
the projected reduction in mortgage recording taxes.
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.
SUPERVISOR’S SUMMARY REPORT
Town Administrator Steve Altieri will present the Tentative Budget to the Town Board this
evening and will announce it at this meeting tonight. The budget meeting schedule is
available on the Town’s website and of course all meetings are open to the public. You are
welcome to attend.
We know there has been a change in commuter parking patterns over the last several months
with more commuters parking on residential streets. Although this is not a new phenomenon,
it is getting worse and we have heard how upset residents are about it. The Town Board has
been discussing it, we did tonight in work session, and we will continue to work on addressing
it.
The Town has completed interviewing consultants to help update the Comprehensive Plan.
We expect to award a contract in November and begin the process.
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The second annual Food Truck festival is this Saturday, October 20 from 12:00 noon to 4:00
pm. At Memorial Park on Myrtle Blvd. It was great fun and a great success last year.
PRESENTATION – Westchester Power – Community Choice Aggregation Program
Dan Welsh of Sustainable Westchester gave a presentation titled Westchester Power 2019. Mr. Welsh
discussed Sustainable Westchester and their key initiatives and then gave specific updates on the
renewal of the Community Choice Aggregation Program and distributed a handout for the public.
PUBLIC HEARING – “Restriction on Parking on a Section of Winthrop Avenue” 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 September 26,
2018, a Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at 8:00 PM or as soon
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thereafter as is possible at the Town Center, 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York to
consider: “Restriction on Parking on a Section of Winthrop Avenue” Law
Purpose
Persons who do not reside on Winthrop Avenue or Plymouth Road continue to park on Winthrop
Avenue for prolonged periods of time. The problem is most severe in the winter when parked
vehicles inhibit the Highway Department from removing accumulated snow. To relieve the
intrusion upon the peace and tranquility of the residents and to facilitate snow removal, the Town
Board has decided to prohibit parking on the east side of Winthrop Avenue for two hours per day
on Mondays.
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: October 9, 2018
On motion of Councilwoman Fiddelman, seconded by Councilman King, the Public Hearing was
unanimously opened.
It was noted that the Town Clerk received a copy of the Petition signed by the residents of Winthrop
Avenue and Plymouth Road.
Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone wished to comment on the proposed Local Law.
Nestor Kyritsis, of 26 Plymouth Road, addressed the Town Board. Mr. Kyritsis stated that he had
distributed the petition. Mr. Kyritsis strongly objects to this legislation. Many homes have no driveways,
and this law would limit parking in an area where it is already difficult to park. He asked that the Town
consider a residential only parking legislation. Mr. Kyritsis said many residents were totally unaware of a
local law being drafted.
Councilwoman Katz informed Mr. Kyritsis that the Town will be amending its notification of the Traffic
Committee agenda to residents in areas where items on the agenda affect them. Councilwoman Katz also
stated that she does not want the residents to have false hope that residential parking could be enacted.
It is a difficult legislation to pass at the State level, adding it is doubtful that the State would pass
legislation for an issue involving residents parking on other residential streets.
Monica, a resident of Winthrop Avenue, addressed the Town Board. Monica also stated that she never
received any notification of this law. Monica stated that there has always been a feeling of comradery
among the two streets. Monica is not in favor of legislation that negatively affects residents on
Plymouth Road, adding that any overflow from Winthrop Avenue will move to Plymouth Road. Monica
believes the problem is only with one car that is warehoused.
Supervisor Seligson asked for a show of hands and counted eighteen against the law and no one in favor.
No motion was made by the Town Board to pass the law,
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, the Public Hearing was
unanimously closed.
PUBLIC HEARING (S) – “Prohibited Parking on a Section of the East Side of Palmer Avenue” 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 September 26,
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2018 a Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, October 17, 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: “Prohibition on Parking on a Section of the East Side of Palmer Avenue” Law.
Purpose
The purpose of this law is to improve visibility for drivers of cars entering Palmer Avenue from the
driveway for the property known by the postal address of 4 Carleon Avenue by prohibiting parking
of motor vehicles on Palmer Avenue for approximately two cars lengths from the western side of
that driveway.
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: October 9, 2018
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the Public Hearing was
unanimously opened.
Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone wished to comment on the proposed Local Law, and there was none.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, the Public Hearing was
unanimously closed.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the following Local law was
approved:
Local Law No. 7 – 2018
This local law shall be known as the “Prohibition on Parking on a Section of the East Side of Palmer
Avenue” Law.
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
Section 1 – Purpose:
The purpose of this law is to improve visibility for drivers of cars entering Palmer Avenue from the
driveway for the property known by the postal address of 4 Carleon Avenue by prohibiting parking of motor
vehicles on Palmer Avenue for approximately two cars lengths from the western side of that driveway.
Section 2 – Prohibition of Parking on a section of Palmer Avenue:
No motor vehicle shall be parked on the east side of Palmer Avenue within twenty-five
(25) feet from the western side of the driveway that serves the property known by the postal address of 4
Carleon 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 Palmer Avenue indicating where 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:
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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
PUBLIC HEARING (S) – “Restriction on Parking on a Portion of the East Side of Murray Avenue from its
intersection with Forest Avenue” 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 September 26, 2018
a Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, October 17, 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 a Portion of the East Side of Murray Avenue from its Intersection with
Forest Avenue” Law.
Purpose
The parking of automobiles on the east side of Murray Avenue within one hundred fifty (150) feet of
its intersection with Forest Avenue raises safety concerns. Preventing parking along this length of
the east side of Murray Avenue will improve safety for automobiles and pedestrians. It also will
conform the parking restrictions on the east side of the street to the existing parking restrictions on
the west side of the street.
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: October 9, 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.
Howard Leaf, of 22 Murray Avenue, addressed the Town Board. He thanked the Town Board for
proposing this change. Mr. Leaf is in favor of this law.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the Public Hearing was
unanimously closed.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the following Local law
was approved:
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Local Law No. 8 - 2018
This local law shall be known as the “Restriction on Parking on a Portion of the East Side of Murray
Avenue from its Intersection with Forest Avenue” Law.
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
Section 1 – Purpose:
The parking of automobiles on the east side of Murray Avenue within one hundred fifty (150) feet
of its intersection with Forest Avenue raises safety concerns. Preventing parking along this length of
the east side of Murray Avenue will improve safety for automobiles and pedestrians. It also will
conform the parking restrictions on the east side of the street to the existing parking restrictions on
the west side of the street.
Section 2 – Restriction on Parking on a Portion of the East Side of Murray Avenue:
From September 1 of one year and June 30 of the immediately following year, no motor vehicle
shall be parked on the east side of Murray Avenue for a distance of one hundred fifty (150) feet from
the corner formed by the intersection of the east side of Murray Avenue and the south side of Forest
Avenue between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM (prevailing time).
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 Murray 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
CITIZEN’S COMMENTS
Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone in the audience would like to address the Board.
Jill Krizelman, of 72 North Chatsworth Avenue, addressed the Town Board. Ms. Krizelman noted that over
the summer she had sent multiple letters of concern to the Board regarding commuter parking on North
Chatsworth. Ms. Krizelman distributed photos of cars parked along North Chatsworth and photos of cars
crossing the double yellow lines to maneuver around the parked cars. Ms. Krizelman is asking that the
Town find an interim solution, as she and her neighbors are very concerned about what they feel is a
dangerous situation.
Judy Herbst, of 76 North Chatsworth Avenue, addressed the Town Board with very similar concerns as Ms.
Krizelman. Ms. Herbst noted that in the 26 years she has lived here she has never witnessed commuter
parking this far up North Chatsworth. Ms. Herbst stated that she has brought this issue, on two occasions,
to the Traffic Committee. Ms. Herbst noted that there is a bus line that goes right down North Chatsworth
Avenue, adding she too favors an interim solution.
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Ms. Herbst distributed a list of concerned neighbors detailing their concerns.
Bob Bowlin, of 66 North Chatsworth Avenue, addressed the Town Board. Mr. Bowlin read from his
prepared statement which detailed his concerns.
James Blanco, 68 North Chatsworth Avenue, addressed the Town Board. Mr. Blanco thinks this is an issue
of fairness as he believes this is now an area of choice for residents of New Rochelle.
Steve Anastos, representing the Larchmont Gardens Civic Association, addressed the Town Board. On
behalf of the Association he thanked the Town for the great paving job on Myrtle Boulevard. He asked for a
time-line to finish the walkway at the Duck Pond, as well as the protocol for repairing the deteriorating
benches. He stated that the Lake water quality looks great. Mr. Anastos asked the Town to adjust the one
aerator head. Mr. Anastos stated that the Association is again bringing the concept of a sidewalk along
East Hickory Grove Drive to the Town Board’s attention and has circulated a petition. Mr. Anastos asked if
there was any update on the arches, as he has himself witness pieces of the arches falling – he is eager to
see something done about that. In closing Mr. Anastos invited everyone to the Halloween Parade on
October 27 at 2:30pm.
Mr. Altieri responded that there are funds in the Capital Project schedule for repairs to the arches.
Supervisor Seligson readdressed the residents of North Chatsworth Avenue stating that the Town hears
your immediate concerns and will consider hiring a consultant to look at the current situation.
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: Abby Katz
Commissioner: Jaine Elkind Eney
Commissioner: Sabrina Fiddelman
Commissioner: Jeffery L. King
1. FIRE CLAIMS
On motion of Commissioner Elkind Eney, seconded by Commissioner Katz, 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. Akron EJBX junction box, Air Pak repair 389.39
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Aluminum Key Lock - Ladder Hook 864.00
Cablevision Cable Services for 9/23-10/22/18 210.55
CIT Finance LLC Xerox copier contract 9/22/18 296.68
Home Depot Tools and Operating supplies 242.03
Inter-State Diagnostics, Inc. Physical Examination - J. Browne, H. Duell, J. Conners, C. Denisco, S. 1240.00
Ryan
New England Uniforms Shirts and Pants 270.00
Ready Refresh Water Cooler rental for 8/19/18 - 9/18/18 122.96
Sound Shore Pest Control Exterminating Services on 9/25/18 65.00
UniFirst Corp. Cleaning Supplies 9/21/18 120.58
UniFirst Corp. Cleaning Supplies 10/5/18 120.58
Verizon Fire HQ SVC 9/10/18 - 10/9/18 250.90
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Special Drill 9/8/18 96.00
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Fast Drill 9/26/18 78.21
Villa Maria Pizza Food for New Member Explorer Drill 10/3/18 77.28
Westech Elevator Services, Inc. Maintenance for month of October 2018 175.00
WJWW 205 Weaver St. charges 8/24/18 - 9/25/18 79.27
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0.00
Total: 4698.43
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 King, the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board reconvened.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Submission – 2019 Tentative Budget
Mr. Altieri presented the Tentative Budget and spoke from his Transmittal Letter as follows:
October 17, 2018
Honorable Supervisor Nancy Seligson
Honorable Members of the Town Board
Honorable Christina Battalia – Town Clerk
RE: SUBMISSION OF THE 2019 TENTATIVE BUDGET FOR THE TOWN
OF MAMARONECK
We are pleased to submit for review by the Supervisor, Town Board and members of the community the
2019 Tentative Budget for the Town of Mamaroneck. This first version of the Town Budget is the financial
plan prepared by the Budget Officer, Comptroller and executive staff. This budget is built on the
assumption of continuing the all-inclusive menu of services provided by the Town government to the
community. The services provided maintain the safety and enhance the quality of life in the Town. While
our service audience is primarily the unincorporated Town, there are a number of services provided to
residents of the Village of Larchmont and Village of Mamaroneck.
At the outset of this presentation it is important to point out that the Town’s overall financial condition
remains strong. Our excellent financial condition is evidenced by the Town’s continued Aaa bond rating
from Moody’s Investor’s Service and the New York State Comptroller’s ranking of the Town with regard to
fiscal stress. The State Comptroller has placed the Town in the category of “no designation” which means
there are no factors in our financial operations or statements that would indicate the Town being in fiscal
stress.
What also plays into our strong position is our approach to budgeting and financial management. Our
conservative approach for estimating revenues and expenses avoids large year to year fluctuations in our
budgets and in the tax rates. In this budget we will point out examples of expense budgeting that consider
not only impacts in 2019 but also in 2020.
The result of our practices has been relatively stable year to year expense budgets.
Our goal each year is to present a budget that finances municipal services at the greatest value possible to
the community. Preparing the budget each year is not without its challenges. As you read on we will
explain that the challenges for the 2019 budget include maintenance of our capital infrastructure and a
changing economic environment that has limited our non-property tax revenues.
The Property Tax Cap
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Attachment #1 is the Town’s tax cap worksheet for 2019. In 2018 the allowable tax levy increase was
$658,000 or a levy increase of 2.63%. For 2019 the State recommended tax cap that is significantly reduced
to $549,542 or an increase of just 2.014%. The Tentative Budget for 2019 proposes a tax levy increase of
$1.2million which exceeds the tax cap guideline. Targeting the tax cap is a worthwhile goal and we have
been successful in five of the eight years the tax cap guideline has been in effect. However, we have stated
in the past that from year to year the circumstances that impact the budget change. Part of the budget
preparation process is to determine whether continuing our high service levels or meeting the tax cap
requirements should be the goal of the Town government.
Budget Overview
The table below provides a comparative schedule of the 2018 Adopted Budget and 2019 Tentative Budget.
2018 Adopted 2019 Tentative Change % Change
Budget Budget
Appropriations $39,207,547 $40,576,639 $1,369,092 3.5%
Non-Tax Revenue
$12,103,783 $12,138,643 $34,860 < 1%
Reserve Application
$1,457,725 $1,552,500 $94,775 6.5%
Property Tax Levy
$25,646,039 $26,885,496 $1,239,457 4.8%
The Town of Mamaroneck Budget is comprised of nine separate budget funds. Attachment #2 is the 2019
Tentative Budget Summary that details the expenses, revenues and tax levies for each of the budget funds.
Property Tax Impact of 2019 Tentative Budget
The real estate market over the past several years has been quite strong and in 2017 the Town’s taxable
value rose to $9,771,592,337. Over the last year however the market has slowed down. The expected
increase for the coming year is about $3million for the Townwide taxable value.
Certainly individual residential assessments will differ between the Towns unincorporated area and the
Villages of Larchmont and Mamaroneck. The schedule below illustrates the property tax impact based
upon the average assessment for the entire Town which is $1,253,000. Individual property tax impacts will
of course differ depending upon whether a residential parcel’s assessment is above or below the average.
The property tax rates are always expressed per one thousand dollars of assessment.
Impact Upon Unincorporated Area Properties
2018 2019 Change % Change
Tax Rate $5.41 $5.52 $.11 2%
Property Tax $6,789 $6,916 $127.00 1.9%
Impact Upon Properties in the Villages of Mamaroneck and Larchmont
2018 2019 Change % Change
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Tax Rate $.47 $.55 $.08 17%
Property Tax $590 $689 $99 17%
It is important to remind both the Board and the community that the large difference in the amount of
property taxes paid by an Unincorporated Area property owner versus a Village property owner is a
function of the services delivered to the different sections of the community. Unincorporated area property
owners receive all Town government services including sanitation, snow removal, Leaf collection, other
Highway Department Services, Police and Fire Department services as well as services provided to the
Villages. Residents of the Villages receive a select menu of services from the Town including Recreation
Services, Ambulance Services, School and County Tax Collection, Property Assessment Services, Section 8
Housing Services and those services provided to our Senior Citizens.
Revenue Discussion
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Tax rate applied to the Villages of Mamaroneck and Larchmont is the sum of the Townwide and Ambulance District tax.
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Other TaxesInter GovtInt. Fund TrSurplusProp. TaxFederal AidState AidInt. Fund R.Misc.FinesPermitsUse of MoneyRecreationDept. IncomeOther Taxes Revenue Sources 0%Inter Govt1%TrInt. Fund
4%Surplus66%Prop. Tax1%Federal Aid5%State Aid1%Int. Fund R.0%Misc.1%Fines2%Permits1%Use of Money7%Recreation5%Dept. Income6%
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Clearly one of the largest impacts upon the Town Budget for 2019 is the expected meager increase in non-
property tax revenues. Non-property tax revenues are an important component of the Town Budget. The
non-tax revenues serve to defray portions of our operating expenses and help in controlling the property
tax levy. The source of these revenues are the various fees and charges levied by the Town for various
services. Also included is State and Federal Aid received by the Town for certain services. For 2019 we are
estimating total non-tax revenues of $12,138,643 which is an increase of just over $34,000, less than one
percent. Last year non-property tax revenues were estimated to increase by $476,000 or 4.1%. However
as 2019 as progressed we have seen that the performance of significant revenues will not continue into
2019.
Each year we speak of the often unpredictable nature of non-property tax revenues. We have mentioned in
the past that revenue streams for mortgage tax, sales tax and interest income can change dramatically
from year to year with changes in the economy. Therefore we use past experience and leading indicators
to guide us in our revenue recommendations.
Although the property tax remains the Town’s primary funding source for the government we have
developed a platform to use fees and charges to fund some municipal services. This is part of a growing
trend to finance municipal services either in large part or entirely from user fees thus giving property
owners control over their expenses.
In the budget summary schedule, you will note that in the Sewer District Fund and Water District Fund
there is no property tax levy. The expenses of the two districts are funded entirely from user fees. Sewer
District fees were implemented three years ago while Water District fees have been in place for some time.
The same model is applied to our Recreation Programs and our Ambulance Services. For 2019 Recreation
Department programs and activity fees will finance 96% of the department’s operating expenses. In the
Ambulance District, fees will subsidize about 57% of the expenses in the District.
The pie chart below illustrates the various categories of revenues received by the Town and expresses them
as a percentage of the total of all revenues. Not unexpectedly property taxes remain the largest source of
revenue for the Town government.
Revenue Type 2018 2019 Change
Property Taxes $25,646,039 $26,885,496 $1,239,457
Surplus $1,457,725 $1,552,500 $94,775
Interfund Transfers $403,170 $299,475 ($103)
Intergovt Revenues $218,000 $215,000 ($3,000)
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Other Taxes $2,337,000 $2,311,300 ($25,700)
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Department Income $2,047,483 $2,254,279 $206,796
Recreation Fees $2,654,000 $2,703,900 $49,900
Use of Money $306,100 $385,100 $79,100
Licenses & Permits $594,250 $688,300 $94,050
Fines $305,000 $305,000 -0-
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State Aid $2,148,725 $2,034,225 ($114,500)
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Federal Aid $667,740 $569,364 ($98,736)
The table above lists the most significant sources of non-property tax revenue and provides a comparison
between 2018 and 2019. As you can see, some of our most important revenues will decrease next year. For
the revenues listed, the Town is expected to realize an overall decrease of $242,000. The following is a
brief discussion on some of the more noteworthy changes both positive and negative.
Property Taxes: Under this budget the Town will look to raise $26.89million in taxes, an increase of
$1.2million.
Application of Surplus: The Tentative Budget includes an application of $1.55 million of surplus
funds to the budget. This is an increase of $94,000 over last year. Based upon our surplus policy
the Town strives to maintain surplus levels of between 15% and 25% of budgeted appropriations.
Surplus funds serve a variety of purposes including help with cash flow during tax collection periods
and for unexpected events and expenditures. Surplus funds can also be a good source of funding
for non-recurring projects without having to issue debt. For 2019 $625,500 or roughly 40% of the
surplus application is proposed for a variety of smaller capital projects which will be detailed later
as part of the expenditure discussion.
Other Taxes- Sales Tax: For 2019 we estimate that this category of revenues will decrease.
Interestingly one of the largest decreases in this category is for penalties on the late payment of
property taxes. With the completion of the in rem process and the online option for paying
property taxes there has been a notable decrease in the number of late payments leading to a
reduction in penalties. The other major component of this category is for sales tax. With the
economy performing well and based upon our sales tax receipts to date, we do anticipate
$1,800,000 in sales tax revenue which is an increase of about 4% over last year.
Recreation Fees: Fees for our recreation programs are expected to increase by $49,090 to
$2,703,900 or just under 1.8%. While the overall increase in revenues is small, our summer camp
programs, house hockey league, and swim club continue to be in high demand. Other major
sources of revenues such as pool programs and pool charges are expected to remain essentially
unchanged in 2019. Ice Rink general admissions and ice rink rentals will increase nominally in 2019.
With that said however the Recreation Department revenues will support 96% of the department’s
operating revenues. Debt expenses and employee benefits are not included.
Licenses and Permits: While the real estate market appears to have plateaued there are still a great
many residents upgrading and making alterations to their homes. As a result we are seeing a
sustained increase in construction related permit applications. For 2019 Building permit revenues
are expected to increase by 12% to $480,000. Other construction related permit revenues will
likely increase by 33% to $120,000.
State Aid-Mortgage Tax: The real estate market in Westchester County is beginning to wane. Low
inventory and lower sales prices are the cause for the decline. Compared to prior years we
anticipate that mortgage tax income will decrease in 2019. Therefore we have lowered our 2019
mortgage tax estimate to $1,350,000, a decrease of $150,000 from 2018.
Other State Aid: It appears that the State government has looked to focus its funding to local
governments through categorical grants. The Town has been fortunate to be the recipient of some
of those grants. However unlike school districts that have realized increased unrestricted funding
for general expenses, local governments have not been so lucky. In 2018, the legislature did not
provide for increases in Per Capita Aid to local governments. The Town’s Per Capita aid has
remained at $140,000 for a number of years. We are also not anticipating additional funds
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Other taxes includes: Late tax payment penalties, Gross Receipts tax, and Sales tax
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Department income includes: Ambulance Charges, sewer rent, water revenue, planning fees, and other department
fees,
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State Aid includes: Mortgage tax, Per Capita State Aid, and other smaller aid programs for Town services
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Federal Aid includes funding for the Section 8 Housing Program and programs for senior citizen services
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TownwideSanitationAmb DistSt. LightingFire DistrictHighwayPart TownTownwide454,248, Water Dist.474,231, Sewer Dist.2,200,103, Amb. Dist., 1,586,339302,013, St. Lighting4,020,973, Fire
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through the Consolidated Highway Improvement Funding (CHIPS) which is expected to remain at
$85,000 per year.
Federal Aid: The Town receives Federal Aid for a portion of our senior nutrition programs but
primarily for our Section 8 Housing Voucher Program. In 2018 the administrative expense
reimbursement was reduced from $86.00 to $77.00 per voucher. Although the reimbursement rate
will remain unchanged we have decreased our projections for this source of Federal Aid from
$600,000 to $500,000. The Town is continuing its efforts to increase the number of landlords
participating in the program to enhance our affordable housing stock.
Expenditure Discussion
For 2019 the proposed budget calls for total expenditures of $40,576,639, an increase of $1.3million or
3.5%. The increase proposed is almost identical to the expense increase proposed in the 2018 budget.
However the difference, as previously mentioned is the decrease in non-property tax revenues to help
support the expenses. In preparing this budget, the decision was made to assume that the Town would
continue all of the current services provided to the community. As we will explain two significant
expenditures in this budget are the result of State mandates.
Below, the pie chart illustrates the budget in the framework of each of the Town’s budget funds. The
Townwide Budget and Ambulance District comprise approximately 35% of the total Town Budget and are
levied upon the entire Town including the two villages. The remaining 65% of the budget is levied upon
just the unincorporated area of the Town. The budget levied upon the unincorporated area includes all
essential services including police and fire protection, public works services and sanitation services.
Public services provided by local government continue to be labor intensive. So it is not surprising that
personnel and benefit costs make up the largest portion of the budget. For the most part these costs are
based upon contractual obligations between the Town and its employee bargaining units. Other
expenditure obligations include the day to day expenditures for goods and services known as contractual
expenses and then there are debt obligations for major capital expenditures. However not all capital
projects are financed with debt. Smaller capital projects are appropriated in the budget to reduce overall
debt obligations.
Below is a schedule of the major categories of expense and a comparison of the changes between 2018 and
estimates for 2019. This schedule is based upon the entire Town Budget.
Expense Type 2018 2019 Change % change
Salaries $14,963,393 $15,225,182 $261,789 1.75%
Employee Benefits $9,867,920 $10,242,160 $374,240 3.8%
Equipment $245,650 $268,800 $23,150 9.4%
Contractual
$10,208,082 $10,810,082 $602,000 5.9%
Expenses
Debt Service $3,191,402 $3,354,915 $163,513 5.1%
Inter-fund Transfers $731,100 $625,500 ($105,600) (14.4%)
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Personnel/Staffing
Overall salaries for full and part time staff will increase by $261,789 or 1.75% in 2019. In terms of staffing
the 2019 Budget provides for 131 full time staff. This budget does propose the addition of two full time
positions; at the Hommocks Ice Rink and Senior Center. At the Hommocks Ice Rink, we are proposing the
addition of one senior recreation leader position. The position would serve as an office manager to
improve our marketing, program development and general oversight of the administration of the rink. By
adding this position the Rink Manager can focus more time on the management of the infrastructure of the
rink. The estimated salary for this position is $55,000. To defray a portion of the salary expense, we have
reduced salaries for part time positions by $26,000.
At the Town Senior Center we are proposing to hire a Recreation Leader at a salary of approximately
$52,000. The position is proposed to begin the process of planning for future changes at the center. With
over 300 registered seniors in the program we are seeing that the focus and demands of the center are
shifting. The congregate meal program, while still popular, is not as robust as in previous years. There
appears to be a greater demand for activities and programs for our seniors. With this position we can
begin the transition of the program. To defray a portion of the cost we have eliminated two part time
positions totaling $22,500 in salary.
For 2019 the Town has in place collective bargaining agreements with the career firefighters and the CSEA
representing our Office and Highway Department employees. The collective bargaining agreement with
the Town Police will expire at the end of 2018. We have begun discussions with the union regarding a
renewal contract. The Town has been fortunate in that the bargaining units have been sensitive to our
budget issues and the contracts reflect their desire to work with the Town.
With regard to the Police Department we have seen a wave of retirements reflective of the longevity of
some of our police officers. When completed, eight new police officers will be hired this year. Obviously
the advantages of this is the reduction in salary and select benefit costs. As a result of the salary scale for
new officers, the actual reduction in police salaries for 2019 is $228,500. In planning for 2020 however we
are proposing in this budget that the salary line be reduced by $136,000 or 60% of the total potential
reduction. Our thinking on this is based upon the requirements of the union contract. The new officers will
likely receive some form of annual salary adjustment in 2020. They will also be entitled to a salary scale
increment to bring their salaries in line over the next four years with that of a first grade police officer. By
budgeting a portion of the salary reduction in 2019, we can lessen the impact on the 2020 budget.
Employee Benefits
In 2019 the Town estimates that employee benefit costs will increase by $374,240 or 3.8 percent. This is
slightly lower than the increase in expenses between 2017 and 2018.
The change in benefit expenses is a mixed bag of adjustments for 2019. Medical insurance expenses are
increasing the most with an expected increase of $344,545 or 7.4%. The good news is that for 2019 we
appear to have turned the corner on our worker’s compensation costs. After several years of increases we
expect the premium for worker’s compensation insurance for non-police employees to decrease by
$230,000. Worker’s compensation costs for police employees will increase by an estimated $96,000 in
2019.
Pension costs for the Town will increase by approximately $60,000 or2.6% in 2019. This brings our total
pension expense to $2.4million. Other benefit costs for dental, optical and life insurance essentially remain
unchanged for next year.
Equipment
This category of expense includes the purchase of small equipment, uniforms and accessories needed for
the operational departments. In 2018 we propose an increase of over $23,000 in this category with total
expenditures of $268,800.
Contractual Expenses
Contractual expenses comprise over 2,400 different categories of goods and services needed for the day to
day operation of the Town. In 2019 we estimate those expenses will increase by $602,000 to $10.2million.
Examples of contractual expenses include:
All energy and utility costs including vehicle fuels
All expenses associated with repairs to our vehicle fleet
All service contracts for maintenance of Town equipment, two way radios and other operating
equipment
Consultant services provided for IT services, and consultants for Planning and Zoning Board and
general consulting to the Town on special projects.
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All expenses for legal fees and legal retainer agreements.
All building repair and maintenance expenses
Funds estimated for judgements and claims against the Town not covered by insurance. Certiorari
claims are paid from this category.
The Town’s share of the costs for the Larchmont Library and Larchmont Mamaroneck Joint Garbage
disposal Commission.
General & Auto Liability Insurance
During our work sessions with individual departments we will discuss these expenses in more detail. There
are some expense changes worth noting in the category of contractual expenses:
Judgements and Claims/Refund of Taxes: There has been an uptick in this expense as a result of property
tax appeal settlements during the past year. Based upon pending appeals, we expect that this expense will
increase in 2019. Our estimates for next year are $240,000, an increase of $52,000.
Consultant Services/IT Support: It is now safe to say that all of our operations now include some form of
computer technology to better service the community. For tracking and management purposes, we have
moved all expenses for computer software and support into one line item in the Information Technology
budget. In 2019 the Town will spend an estimated $331,000 on this expense. The system includes over 200
users, and 25 physical and virtual servers along with innumerable other technology components. Over the
last year, we focused largely on the security of the system which improves its reliability for conducting
various transactions. The operation and maintenance of the website is also included in this expense. We
will, in 2019, continue to move aggressively to computerize our records management system to provide
faster access to Town data. These and many other technology advances however require software and
server maintenance.
Liability Insurance: Over the last several years the Town has experienced a very low loss ratio which has
been reflected in favorable premiums. However, in 2018, the Town experienced several major losses under
our automobile liability policy. All of the losses involved large pieces of equipment that required
replacement. None of the losses involved any personal injury. As a result our insurance premiums for 2019
are expected to increase to $448,000, an increase of $54,000 over 2018. Although the increase is greater
than in previous years, the premium is still favorable when you consider the Town’s total expenditures,
facilities and other assets.
Retiree Reimbursement:
One of the New York State mandates which the Town must comply with is for disability retirement
payments to career firefighters. Under the law, if the New York State Retirement System grants a career
firefighter a certain form of disability retirement, the local government must pay a share of the monthly
retirement costs. The Town currently expends $113,300 for this expense. The State Retirement System has
granted yet another disability retirement to a retired Town firefighter that will increase our expenses for
2019 to $236,502.
Debt Service
As of January 1, 2019 the Town will have an estimated $41.4 million in outstanding debt. The number is
estimated at this time because we are preparing for a late 2018 bond issue for both the Town and the Fire
District. The Town’s annual debt service expense for 2019 will increase by $163,513 to $3.3 million. The
overall increase was reduced by a $200,000 decrease in debt in the Highway Fund. In the Sanitary Sewer
Fund however the debt increase is $182,000. The significant increase is the result of $2.7million in debt
issued this year for sanitary sewer repairs mandated by the County of Westchester and New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation. There was also a large debt expense increase in the Town Fire
District for funding of a new ladder truck and for needed repairs to the apparatus floor at Fire
Headquarters. In 2019 there will be additional borrowing required for capital projects however the impact
of that debt will not occur until 2020.
Capital Projects
Under separate cover the Town Board will receive a report exclusively on the proposed Capital
Improvement Plan for 2019. The 2019 Tentative Budget however does include $625,500 in appropriations
for capital projects. This is a reduction of $55,000 from last year’s capital project appropriation. The
capital projects included in the budget are as follows:
Technology Replacements and Upgrades $385,850
Town Center Drain Repair 8,000
Air Conditioning Replacement- Police Dept. 14,000
Replacement of Two Police Vehicles 76,000
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Portion of 2019 Road Resurfacing Budget 85,000
Replacement of Furniture- MEMS Building 5,000
Replacement of Pagers Fire/EMS 43,500
Larchmont VAC Building Repairs 8,150
$625.500
Conclusion
The Town’s mission is to provide those services that the community has come to expect for their safety and
quality of life. The 2019 Tentative Budget as proposed fulfills that mission. But this budget provides a look
beyond 2019 as we anticipate the changes and progress that will occur in some of our programs.
This budget is a conservative financial plan that maintains the Town’s financial strength and provides for
the unexpected. The budget is responsive to mandates placed upon it by other levels of government.
These and other expenses come at an inopportune time though when we expect poor growth in our non-
property tax revenues.
With the submission of the budget, a comprehensive review process begins with the Town Departments
and Town Board. As always the staff looks forward to working with the Board on the 2019 Tentative
Budget.
We want to close by thanking the Town Department Heads and staff that were involved in preparing this
budget. The Town is fortunate to have on staff, professionals that have great expertise in their fields.
Their expertise is critical not only during the budget process but throughout the year.
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$85,000 in New York State Funding is annually transferred into the Capital Paving Project to defray the total cost of the
annual paving project
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2. (a) Report of Bids – TA-18-04 Senior Nutrition Meals Services (Congregate Meals)
On motion Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman King, the following was approved,
WHEREAS, on September 26, 2018 the Town publically opened and read two (2) bids for Contract
TA-18-04 Senior Nutrition Meals Services (Congregate Meals), and
WHEREAS, the lowest bidder failed to include a required bid bond.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby award TA-18-04 Senior Nutrition Meals
Services (Congregate Meals) to the lowest responsible bidder, meeting all of the Town’s bid
requirements, Horizon Food Service, to provide Senior Nutrition Meals Services at a price per meal
of $4.85/2019, $4.90/2020 and $4.95/2021, 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. Report of Bids – TA-18-05 Furnish Meals for Home Delivery/Home Delivered Meals Program
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the following was approved,
WHEREAS, on September 26, 2018 the Town publically opened and read two (2) bids for Contract
TA-18-04 Senior Nutrition Meals Services (Congregate Meals), and
WHEREAS, the lowest bidder failed to include a required bid bond.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby award TA-18- -05 Furnish Meals for
Home Delivery/Home Delivered Meals Program to the lowest responsible bidder, meeting all of the
Town’s bid requirements, Horizon Food Service, to provide Senior Nutrition Meals Services at a
price per meal of $4.75/2019, $4.85/2020 and $4.95/2021, 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
4. Authorization – Sale of Surplus Equipment
On motion Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was
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RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby declare the following equipment
as surplus, and authorizes the Town Administrator to initiate the sale of the equipment:
1. 1996 Steco 43 Foot Trailer VIN# 1S9ESN2T3T1252481
2. Coats Model 7060 Tire Machine
3. Coats Model 1055 Spin Balancer
4. Electric Air Compressor
5. Electric Stick Welder Model 250
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
5. Authorization – Renewal of Leaf Disposal Agreement
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the following was
approved,
WHEREAS, previously the Town of Mamaroneck entered into an agreement with John Moriarty
who operates an organic waste transfer station on Valley Place, to haul and dispose of fall leaves
for the Town of Mamaroneck, and
WHEREAS, to date this arrangement has been very successful.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the agreement between the
Town of Mamaroneck and Moriarty Services for hauling and disposal of fall leaves for the
2018/2018 leaf season, 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 Aye
Seligson Aye
6. Consideration of Certiorari
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following tax
certiorari on the following terms:
410-416 Mamaroneck Avenue LLC
410 – 416 Mamaroneck Avenue
Section/Block/Lot: 9-7-59 and 9-7-61
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
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Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
Section/Block/Lot: 9-7-59:
Year Assessment Reduction Resulting Assessment
2013 $820,000 $278,500 $541,500
2014 $820,000 $264,250 $555,750
2015 $820,000 $250,000 $570,000
2016 $820,000 $250,000 $570,000
2017 $900,000 $330,000 $570,000
Section/Block/Lot: 9-7-61:
Year Assessment Reduction Resulting Assessment
2013 $610,000 $201,500 $408,500
2014 $610,000 $190,750 $419,250
2015 $610,000 $180,000 $430,000
2016 $610,000 $180,000 $430,000
2017 $700,000 $270,000 $430,000
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following tax
certiorari on the following terms:
Gabriel Brandi
1901 and 1903 Palmer Avenue
Section/Block/Lot: 6-3-348 and 6-3-346
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Larchmont
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
Section/Block/Lot: 6-3-348:
Year Assessment Reduction Resulting Assessment
2012 $ 9,000 $ 3,606 $ 5,394
2013 $490,000 $160,000 $330,000
2014 $490,000 $160,000 $330,000
2015 $490,000 $160,000 $330,000
2016 $490,000 $140,000 $350,000
2017 $490,000 $140,000 $350,000
Section/Block/Lot: 6-3-346:
Year Assessment Reduction Resulting Assessment
2012 $ 10,000 $ 4,606 $ 5,394
2013 $450,000 $120,000 $330,000
2014 $450,000 $120,000 $330,000
2015 $450,000 $110,000 $340,000
2016 $450,000 $100,000 $350,000
2017 $450,000 $ 90,000 $360,000
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
King Aye
Fiddelman Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Seligson Aye
ADDED ITEM
7. Change of 2019 Budget Calendar Dates and Change of November Town Board Meeting Date
On motion of Supervisor Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby change the 2019 Budget Calendar
by adding the date of November 12, 2018 at 5:30 in Conference Room D to the Calendar, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby change the November 21, 2018
Town Board Meeting to Monday, November 19, 2018.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilwoman Fiddelman, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve
the Board Minutes from the meetings of September 26, 2018 and
October 3, 2018.
REPORT OF COUNCIL
The Town Board Members reported on their various activities and meetings since the last Town Board
Meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman the meeting was unanimously
adjourned.
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Submitted by
Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
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