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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1963_09_04 Town Board Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD SEPTEMBER 4th, 1963, IN THE COUNCIL ROOM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE, WEAVER STREET, TOWN OF MAMARONECK. CALL TO ORDER The Supervisor called the meeting to order at 8: 15 p. m. ROLL CALL Present: Supervisor Burchell Councilman Kane Councilman Brush Councilwoman Helwig Councilman Cook Absent: None Also Present: Mr. Gronberg - Town Clerk Mr. Delius - Town Attorney Mrs. Brewer - Secretary Mr. Orsino - Receiver of Taxes Mr. Kellogg - Town Engineer Mr. Waterbury - Police Lieutenant OLD BUSINESS There was no old business to come before the meeting. NEW BUSINESS 1. Authorization - Publication of Registration Notice In accordance with request of the Town Clerk, on mo- tion by Councilman Brush, seconded by Councilman Cook, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that in accordance with the provi- sions of Section 76 of the Election Law, a notice listing the places of registration - the days and hours of registration - and briefly describing each registration district in the Town of Mamar- oneck, be published in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, The Daily Times, on September 27th and October 4th, 1963. COMMUNICATIONS 1, Letter from Timothy Courtney Resignation as Town Constable Upon presentation of a letter addressed to the Board by Timothy E. Courtney under date of August 2nd, 1963, ten- _1_ 4 dering his resignation as a Town Constable due to ap- pointment to the Larchmont Village Police Force here- with ordered filed for the record, on motion by Council- man Kane, seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, the fol- lowing resolution was adopted unanimously and the Town Clerk directed to notify the Bonding Company ac- cordingly: RESOLVED, that this Board hereby accepts with regret the resignation of Timothy E. Courtney as Constable of the Town of Mamaroneck, effec- tive as of August 2nd, 1963. 2. Letter to Town Clerk Request to Use Voting Machines In accordance with a letter addressed to the Town Clerk by Dick Frowenfeld of 28 Iselin Terrace, Town, request- ing a demonstration of the use of a voting machine as stated therein and in accordance with the Clerk's willing- ness to provide this service using one of the older ma- chines, on motion by Councilman Brush, seconded by Councilman Cook, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Clerk be and he hereby is au- thorized to arrange and conduct a demonstration of the use of a voting machine in accordance with the request contained in the letter from Mr. Dick Fro- wenfeld, dated August 23rd, 1963, hereinabove presented and filed for the record. REPORTS The Town Clerk -- The Clerk presented the following reports which were or- dered received and filed: Report of the Receiver of Taxes and Assessments for the month of August, 1963. Report of the Town Clerk for the month of July, 1963. Reports of Receipts and Disbursements, Town of Ma- maroneck, for the periods from January 1st through June 30th and July 31st, 1963. The Supervisor -- 1. Lighting - Larchmont Acres Parking Lot For the Board's information, the Supervisor presented a memorandum addressed to him by Police Chief Yerick under date of August 29, 1963 stating that the provision of better lighting in the Larchmont Acres Parking Lot had been completed in accordance with the Police Department's -2- 21 suggestion and letter from the Apartment Management, dated August 16, 1963 and therewith enclosed, which were ordered received and filed for the record. Councilwoman Helwig -- 1. Dutch Elm Program Councilwoman Helwig reported that the final check of the 16 "suspect" elms had been made this afternoon but that the findings thereof had not been reported as yet. She further stated that as soon as the report was com- plete, it would be forwarded to the Department of Agri- culture and Markets so that the Town could proceed with its program. 2. Cross County Lands National Audubon Society Survey Councilwoman Helwig presented for the Board's infor- mation, a letter addressed to her by Byron L. Ashbaugh, Associate Director,, Nature Centers Division, National Audubon Society, dated August 27, 1963, advising that Dr. Shomon and he would be in Mamaroneck to begin work on the Cross County Lands survey from November 5th to November 7th, which was herewith ordered re- ceived and filed. 3. Thruway Noise Abatement Committee For information purposes, Councilwoman Helwig pre- sented a letter addressed by her to all concerned by ex- cessive noise from the Thruway on September 3, 1963 stating that the Committee would conduct an experiment on Saturday morning, September 14th, at 10 a. m. at the Weaver Street Firehouse, using a 'jury' of local residents to evaluate truck noise as explained therein, for the purpose of obtaining data to be used in the con- tinuing effort to establish a reasonable and enforceable standard for controlling vehicular noise, which was herewith ordered received and filed. Councilman Kane -- 1. Sidewalk, south side of Palmer Avenue Larchmont Gardens Apartments Councilman Kane reported that despite all promises by Mr. Moskowitz, owner of the Larchmont Garden Apart- ments, repair of the sidewalk on the south side of Palmer Avenue between Richbell Road and the school driveway had not been completed and was in a highly unsatisfactory condition. He further reported that with schools opening tomorrow -3- in accordance with the Attorney's suggestion, the Police would arrange for the erection of barricades and "No- parking" signs in the area, and following some further discussion of the urgent necessity for completion of this repair, the Supervisor stated that he would call Mr. Moskowitz first thing in the morning about the matter. 2. Sidewalk - Cooper Lane Councilman Kane reported on the completion of the sidewalk installation on Cooper Lane, commending the Highway Department on its excellent job. 3. Installation of New Street Lights Job No. 14 - Blossom Terrace Job No. 15 - Old White Plains Road Pursuant to memoranda addressed to the Board by the Town Engineer under date of September 3, 1963 request- ing authorization to install new street lights as specified therein, herewith presented by Councilman Kane and or- dered received and filed for the record, on his motion, seconded by Councilman Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Engineer be and he here- by is authorized to install three (3) new street lights on Blossom Terrace at a cost not to exceed $145. 47 and ten (10) new street lights on Old White Plains Road at a cost not to exceed $821. 00, said lights to be of the type and located as specified in memor- anda herewith presented and filed. Councilman Brush -- 1. Ragweed - County Strip Councilman Brush advised the Board that certain prop- erty owners bordering the so-called County strip, in par- ticular Mr. C. L. Stafford of 35 Avon Road, which land was now owned by the Town, requested that the ragweed on the subject property be cut. Following discussion, it was directed that the Park De- partment make a survey and that that department and the Highway Department cooperate in relieving emergency situations. Councilman Cook -- 1. Apportionments Upon presentation of petitions submitted by the Assessor for correction of the assessment roll so as to permit the apportionment of taxes, on Councilman Cook's motion, seconded by Councilman Kane, the following resolution was 4- adopted unanimously: WHEREAS, the Assessor has presented the follow- ing petitions for the correction of the assessment roll for certain years pursuant to the provisions of Section 557, Article 16 of the Westchester County Administrative Code, known as the Westchester County Tax Law; and WHEREAS, after due consideration, this Board finds it desirable to grant said petitions for the cor- rection of said assessment roll: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the assessment roll of 1962, school taxes of 1963, and the assessment roll of 1963, taxes of 1964, which show property now ap- pearing on the rolls as follows: Block Parcel Name Land only 230 28 Investors Collateral Corp $ 4, 000 be corrected as follows in accordance with the pro- visions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land only 230 28 Investors Collateral Corp 3, 800 230 300 Howard T. Storms & W 200 and be it further RESOLVED, that the assessment roll of 1962, school taxes of 1963, and the assessment roll of 1963, taxes of 1964, which show property now ap- pearing on the rolls as follows: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 808 33 James J. Cullo $ 2, 500 $13, 500 $ 16, 000 808 27 Peter Sirignano & W 2, 700 10, 000 12, 700 be corrected as follows in accordance with the pro- visions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 808 33 Peter Sirignano & W 100 100 808 27 11 2, 600 10, 000 12, 600 808 34 James J. Cullo 2, 400 13, 500 15, 900 808 200 " 100 100 and be it further RESOLVED, that the assessment roll of 1962, school taxes of 1963, and the assessment roll of 1963, taxes of 1964, which show property now ap- -5- :927 pearing on the rolls as follows: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 1962 - 1963 703 84 John Scanlon & W $ 1, 900 $ 7, 600 $ 9, 500 1963 - 1964 703 84 John Scanlon & W 1, 900 9, 800 11, 700 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provi- sions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 1962 - 1963 703 84 A. Bruce MacDonald & W 1, 300 7, 600 8. 900 703 89 John Scanlon & W 600 600 1963 - 1964 703 84 A. Bruce MacDonald & W 1, 300 9, 800 11, 100 703 89 John Scanlon & W 600 600 The Town Attorney -- 1. Hartford Accident and Indemnity Claim Sarah Ann Fischer In accordance with the Attorney's recommendation for settlement of Hartford Accident and Indemnity claim in the amount of $50. 00 as presented in communication from that company herewith presented and filed for the record, on motion by Councilman Kane, seconded by Councilman Cook, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes payment of claim in the amount of $50. 00 to the Hartford Accident and Indemnity Co. in con- nection with settlement of claim of Sarah Ann Fischer in the sum of $160. 00 against the Town of Mamaroneck, etal. for damages caused by Town-owned car on March 28, 1963 under the Town policy containing a $50. 00 deductible prop- erty damage clause. The Town Engineer -- For the Board's information, the Engineer reported on the following matters: 1. Hommocks - Flint Park Study That the United States Army Engineering Corps study of the subject area was progressing. -6- 2. Bonnie Way (Swamp Area) That as a consequence of negotiations with certain area residents and agencies concerned, Con Edison had se- cured a contractor and was in the course of filling in a swamp area situated in the rear of the Haralambie resi- dence located at 32 Bonnie Way. 3. Highway Garage - That the topographical survey was in progress - and that the Board would be kept advised. 4. Bonnie Way Drain That negotiations with residents of the street were under way but there still remained an easement ques- tion unsettled. OTHER BUSINESS 1. Victor J. Kriss - 613 Fenimore Road Drainage Condition Mr. Kriss addressed the Board to request again that he be given some relief from the drainage condition in front of his premises which caused constant and serious soil erosion. Following discussion and report by the Engineer, the Supervisor requested him to take another look at the situ- ation to see whether any relief could be provided and re- port thereon to the Board. 'ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting, on motion duly made and seconded, it was declared adjourned at 8:50 p. m. , to reconvene on October 2nd, 1963. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners was con- vened immediately upon the adjournment of the Town Board meeting. 1. Claims Commissioner Brush presented for payment the Fire Department claims, which had been audited by the Comp- troller and approved by the Fire Chief, and thereupon on his motion, which was seconded by Councilman Kane, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the following Fire Department claims, as audited by the Comptroller and ap- -7- proved by the Fire Chief, are approved, and the Supervisor and Comptroller authorized to pay the same out of the Fire Department budget: A & A Automotive Co. $ 1. 64 Atlantic Service Station 92. 52 Atlas Labeling Machine Corp 166. 00 R. G. Brewer, Inc. 11. 96 Con Edison Co. 68. 26 Con Edison Co. 5. 00 Humble Oil Co. 61. 07 I & T Plumbing Co. 22. 40 Wm. B. Lemon 4. 00 McGuire Bros. 5. 00 N. Y. Telephone Co. 96. 53 Village of Scarsdale 788. 00 Total $ 1, 322. 38 2. Reports The following report was presented and ordered re- ceived and filed: Fire Report for August, 1963. 3. Communications There were no communications to come before the meeting. 4. Other Matters 1. Installation of Fire Alarm Boxes The installation of fire alarm boxes by the Sts. John and Paul and Murray Avenue Schools raised a question in thinking of the future, of the installation of addi- tional boxes by schools (Cargill) and country clubs in the district. During discussion of this matter, Commissioner Kane suggested that information be obtained from the telephone company regarding installation of a "mul- tiple box" which so far as he knew was the only alter- native to the present type installation, and in accor- dance therewith, the matter was put over pending fur- ther study and information. 2. Request to Use Engines Pursuant to request of the Fire Chief and with ar- rangements for Larchmont Village to cover the De- partment, on motion by Commissioner Brush, seconded by Commissioner Kane, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Fire Department is hereby authorized to take the Aerial and two (2) Engines to the Westchester County Volunteer Firemens Convention and Parade, to be held in Port Chester on September 13, 1963. -8- 3 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting, on motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was declared adjourned at 9:00 p. m. , to reconvene on October 2nd, 1963. r f. s J"g , d . 1V L To C1 ik -9-