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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1956_01_18 Town Board Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD JANUARY 18, 1956, IN THE COUNCIL ROOM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE, WEAVER STREET, TOWN OF MAMARONECK. The Supervisor called the meeting to order at 8:15 p. m. Present: Supervisor Burchell Councilman Waterman Councilman Kane Councilman Brush Councilman Santoro Absent: None Also present: Mr. Gronberg - Town Clerk Mr. Delius - Town Attorney Mr. Finson - Town Accountant Mr. McEvoy - Assessor Mr. O'Brien - Supt. of Highways Mr. Orsino - Comptroller MINUTES The minutes of December 21, 1955, were approved as presented. OLD BUSINESS APPLICATION HAMPSHIRE COUNTRY CLUB -- ERECTION OF DIKE Councilman Santoro reported that an engineer had been retained and Mr. McEvoy would have the elevations on the map within the next day or so and that probably a final decision could soon be reached. Mr. Robert Mulreany, 20 Exchange Place, New York City, Attorney for the Agrion Company, Inc. of New York, appeared before the Board to withdraw the pro- tests of said company and of Mr. Ralph W. Burger, Hommocks Road, Larchmont, filed with the Clerk on January 4, 1956, providing the application of the Hampshire Country Club would be amended to read that the proposed dike would not exceed a height over two (2) feet above road grade at any point on the 2.70 foot strip on the Westerly side of Hommocks Road and beginning at the northeasterly corner of property owned by Mr. Burger and running south along the west - side of Hommocks Road for a distance of 270 feet. Mr. Jerome N. Wanshel, 6 Beverly Place, Larchmont, Counsel for the Hampshire Country Club, spoke in favor of the application and agreed that the Hampshire Country Club would remove dirt from the road in case of wash-outs. The Supervisor advised Mr. Wanshel that upon receipt of the engineer's report, if a decision were reached by the Board before the next Town Board meeting, Mr. Wanshel would be so advised, PETITION -- COUNCIL OF LARCHMONT CIVIC ASSOCIATIONS Councilman Kane reported that this petition had been referred to the Planning Board at the January 9 meeting and that the Planning Board would report to this Board at its earliest convenience. Mr. A. G. Bogardus, 17 Overlook Terrace, Larchmont, asked the Board if it would be possible to secure the report from the Planning Board by the date of the next Town Board meeting. The Supervisor requested Councilman Kane to com- municate with the Chairman of the Planning Board to this effect. AUTHORIZATION OF NOTICE -- PURCHASE OF POLICE CARS Councilman Waterman presented the specifications for the purchase of police cars as prepared by Mr. Finson setting forth the specifications submitted by Detective Loveley and approved by Chief Yerick. On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Councilman Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to publish in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck notice for bids for the purchase of five (5) 2-door sedans for the Town of Mamaroneck Police Department in accordance with the specifications on file in the Town Clerk's office. FURTHER RESOLVED that sealed bids will be pubicly opened at a regular meeting of the Town Board on February 1, 1956, in the Council Room of the Weaver Street Firehouse, Weaver Street, Town of Mamaroneck. At this time, the Supervisor inquired if anyone present wished to address the Board. MR. EDMUND B. VAN HOOK Mr. Van Hook, representing the Council of Civic Asso- ciations, thanked the Board and the Clerk for sending a copy of the agenda of the meeting to the Presidents of the various Civic Associations prior to the date of said meeting. NEW BUSINESS COMMUNICATION -- MILTON S. KUSELL RE DAMAGED FENCE The Clerk presented a communication from Mr. Milton S. Kusell with reference to a fence on his property damaged by a fallen tree. The Board referred Mr. Kusell's communication to Mr. Delius for reply. COMMUNICATION -- ASSOCIATION OF TOWNS CONVENTION The Clerk presented a communication from the Association of Towns of the State of New York announcing the annual convention to be held at the Hotel Statler, Buffalo, New York, February 7-9, 1956, and requesting the Board to designate a delegate and alternate to attend such meeting. On motion by Councilman Brush, seconded by Councilman Waterman, it was unanimously RESOLVED that Mr. Delius, Councilman Santoro, Mr. Finson, and Supervisor Burchell be and they hereby are authorized to attend the annual convention of the Association of Towns of the State of New York, to be held at the Hotel Statler, Buffalo, New York, Febru- ary 7-9, 1956. FURTHER RESOLVED that Mr. Delius is designated delegate of the Town of Mamaroneck for the purpose of voting and Councilman Santoro is designated as al- ternate. FURTHER. RESOLVED that the Comptroller be and he hereby is authorized to audit their claims for expenses of the trip, said expenses to be paid out of the item in the Budget for traveling expenses. COMMUNICATION -- VILLAGE OF MAMARONECK RE SALE OF BLOCK 832, PARCEL 159 The Clerk presented a communication from Mr. William H. Johnson, Village Manager, Village of Mamaroneck, dated January 10, 1956, enclosing certified copy of resolution passed by the Village Board of Trustees at the regular meeting on January 9, 1956, accepting bid of Vincenzo Quadrini in the amount of $600. for property situated in the Village and Town of Mamaroneck, and requesting certified copy of Town resolution if bid is approved. On motion by Councilman Santoro, seconded by Council- man Brush, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, the Village of Mamaroneck, through the institution of foreclosure proceedings in rem, has become and now is the owner of a number of parcels of real estate situate in the Village of Mamaroneck and Town of Mamaroneck; and WHEREAS, both the Village of Mamaroneck and the Town of Mamaroneck held tax liens on said parcels of real property; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 165-H of the Tax Law, and agreement was entered into between the Village of Mamaroneck and the Town of Mamaroneck, which, among other things, set forth the interests of said municipalities in the properties being foreclosed, the manner of the sale of said properties, and the manner of the distribution of the proceeds received from said sales; and WHEREAS, the Village of Mamaroneck has, pursuant to an agreement had with the Town of Mamaroneck advertised for and has heretofore received bids on certain properties owned by the Town of Mamaroneck as well as on certain properties owned by the Village of Mamaroneck in the Town of Mamaroneck; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Mamaroneck has given consideration thereto and after due deliberation, accepted the bid hereinafter listed as to price and terms set forth; and WHEREAS, since receipt of said bid, this Board has given careful consideration thereto, and after due deliberation, it is RESOLVED that the bid hereinafter, listed be accepted at the price and terms therein set forth: BID ACCEPTED IN SECTION 8 Town Village Blk. Parcel Sec. Block lot Bidder Amount Val. Terms 832 159 8 87 12 Vincenzo Quadrini $600. $800, Cash AUTHORIZATION OF NOTICE -- PURCHASE OF GASOLINE The Clerk presented the specifications for the purchase of gasoline as submitted. 1 On motion by Councilman Santoro, seconded by Council- man Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to publish in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck notice for bids for the purchase of gasoline in accordance with the specifications on file in the Town Clerk's office. FURTHER RESOLVED that sealed bids will be publicly opened at a regular meeting of the Town Board on February 1, 1956, in the Council Room of the Weaver Street Firehouse, Weaver Street, Town of Mamaroneck. COMMUNICATION -- MR. FRANK R. O'BRIEN REAPPOINTMENT MR. ANGELO MISER.COLA AS SANITATION MAN The Clerk presented a communication from Mr. O'Brien, Superintendent of Highways, recommending the appoint- ment of Angelo Misercola as Sanitation Man at an annual salary of $3, 980. to fill the vacancy of Dominick Loiaconi retiring as of January 15, 1956. On motion by Councilman Santoro, seconded by Councilman Brush, it was. unanimously RESOLVED that Angelo Misernola be and he hereby is appointed as Sanitation Man as of January 16, 1956, replacing Dominick Loiaconi, at an annual salary of $3, 980. COMMUNICATION - RESIGNATION OF MR.. A. E. WULLSCHLEGER FROM PLANNING BOARD The Clerk presented a communication from Mr. Wullschleger, dated January 12, 1956, submitting his resignation as a member of the Planning Board, effective as of January 31, 1956. On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Councilman Kane, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the resignation of A. E. Wullschleger as a member of the Planning Board, effective as of January 31, 1956, be accepted with regret; and FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk be instructed to express the appreciation of the Town Board to Mr. Wullschleger for services rendered to the Town of Mamaroneck. COMMUNICATION--RESIGNATION OF MR. JOSEPH RIGANO FROM ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS The Clerk presented a communication from Mr. Rigano under date of January 9, 1956, submitting his resigna- tion as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, ef- fective as of January 31, 1956. On motion by Councilman Santoro, seconded by Coun- cilman Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the resignation of Joseph Rigano as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, effective as of January 31, 1956, be accepted with regret; and FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk be instructed to express the appreciation of the Town Board to Mr. Rigano for ser- vices rendered to the Town of Mamaroneck. COMMUNICATION--RESIGNATION OF MR. GEORGE SCHULER FROM PLANNING BOARD The Clerk presented a communication from Mr. Schuler, dated January 2, 1956, submitting his resignation as a member of the Planning Board, effective as of January 31, 1956. On motion by Councilman Kane, seconded by Councilman Waterman, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the resignation of George Schuler as a member of the Planning Board, effective as of January 31, 1956, be ac- cepted with regret; and FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk be in- structed to express the appreciation of the Town Board to Mr. Schuler for services rendered to the Town of Mamaroneck. COMMUNICATION--RESIGNATION OF MR. F. L. MAGGINI FROM ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS The Clerk presented a communication from Mr. Maggini, dated January 12, 1956, submitting his resignation as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, effective as of January 31, 1956. On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Coun- cilman Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the resignation of F. L. Maggini as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, effective as of January 31, 1956, be accepted with regret; and FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk be in- structed to express the appreciation of the Town Board to Mr. Maggini for services rendered to the Town of Mamaroneck. COMMUNICATION--RESIGNATION OF MR. JOSEPH P. FARLEY FROM RECREATION COMMISSION The Clerk presented a communication from Mr. Farley, dated January 3, 1956, submitting his resignation as a member of the Recreation Commission. On motion by Councilman Kane, seconded by Councilman Santoro, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the resignation of Joseph P. Farley as a member of the Recreation Com- mission be accepted with regret; and FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk be in- structed to express the appreciation of the Town Board to Mr. Farley for services rendered to the Town of Mamaroneck. COMMUNICATION--RESIGNATION OF MR. MORGAN BURKE FROM ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS --- The Clerk presented a communication from Mr. Burke, dated December Z7, 1955, submitting his resignation as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, effective as of January 31, 1956, action on which was deferred from the meeting of January 4, 1956. On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Coun- cilman Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the resignation of Morgan Burke as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, effective as of January 31, 1956, be accepted with regret; and FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk be in- structed to express the appreciation of the Town Board to Mr. Burke for services rendered to the Town of Mamaroneck. APPOINTMENTS--ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS On motion by Councilman Santoro, seconded by Councilman Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the following be and they hereby are appointed as members of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Town of Mamaroneck, effective as of February 1, 1956, to serve until the expira- tion date shown after each appointee's name: Robert L. Parsons, 4Z North Chatsworth Avenue, Larchmont, New York, appointed to fill the vacancy created by the resigna- tion of Joseph Rigano, to serve until Febru- ary 19, 1959. Sydney Bierman, 54 Maple Hill Drive, Larch- mont, New York, appointed to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Morgan Burke, to serve until February 19, 1960. Laurence J. Sobel, 31 Howell Avenue, Larch- mont, New York, appointed to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of F. L. Maggini, to serve until February 19, 1956. APPOINTMENTS--PLANNING BOARD The Supervisor discussed with the Board the matter of the Planning Board, stating that in accordance with public de- mand, he recommended the separation of the two Boards and the appointment of new members to replace the mem- bers on that Board but only to the extent of five (5) mem- bers instead of the present seven (7) members. The resignations of Mr. Wullschleger and Mr. Schuler having been presented and accepted, and the term of Colonel William J. Shea having expired, he then recom- mended the appointment of Mr. Henry E. Mullick as the fifth member of the Board to serve until July 6, 1957. On motion by Councilman Santoro, seconded by Councilman Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED that Henry E. Mullick, 110 East Brookside Drive, Larchmont, New York, be and he hereby is appointed as a member of the Planning Board, Town of Mamaroneck, effective as of February 1, 1956, to serve until July 6, 1957; and FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this Board be reduced to five (5) in accor- dance with the provisions of Section 271 of the Town Law; also FURTHER RESOLVED that Morgan Burke be designated as the Chairman of the Planning Board in accordance with the provisions of Section 272 of the Town Law. APPOINTMENTS--RECREATION COMMISSION On motion by Councilman Santoro, seconded by Council- man Kane, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the following be and they hereby are appointed as members of the Recreation Commission, Town of Mamar- oneck, to serve until the expiration date shown after each appointee's name: Mrs. Olney R. Steffens, 15 Briarcliff Road, Larchmont, New York, to serve until May 20, 1958. William B. Arthur, 715 Sleeker Avenue, . Mamaroneck, New York, to serve until May 20, 1959. APPOINTMENT--PARK COMMISSION On motion by Councilman Brush, seconded by Councilman Santoro, it was unanimously RESOLVED that Mr. John W. Oliver, 41 Glenn Road, Larchmont, New York, be and he hereby is reappointed as a member of the Park Commis- sion, Town of Mamaroneck, for a term of three (3) years, which term expires December 31, 1958. AUTHORIZATION OF NOTICE--PURCHASE OF TIRES The Clerk presented the specifications for the purchase of tires as submitted. On motion by Councilman Brush, seconded by Councilman Waterman, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to publish in the of- ficial newspaper of the Town of Mamaro- neck, The Daily Times, notice for bids for the purchase of tires in accordance with the specifications on file in the Town Clerk's Office. FURTHER RESOLVED that sealed bids will be publicly opened at a regular meeting of the Town Board on February 1, 1956, in the Council Room of the Weaver Street Fire- house, Weaver Street, ,Town of Mamaroneck. MR. JEROME N. WANSHEL At this time, Mr. Wanshel requested the Board to consider the appointment of a Citizen's Committee to work with the Planning Board and the Zoning Board on a survey of our ex- isting Zoning Code. The Supervisor advised Mr. Wanshel that consideration would be given to the suggestion. REPORTS Councilman Waterman presented the following report which was received and placed on file: Annual Report of the Police Department. The Clerk presented the following reports which were re- ceived and placed on file: Report of the Town Clerk for December, 1955. Report of the Westchester Shore Humane Society for December, 1955. Report of the Supervisor for December, 1955. REPORT OF THE SUPERVISOR Re. Board of Supervisors The Supervisor attended the meeting of the Board of Supervisors and reported briefly on the following: (a) The creation of a Parkway Authority (b) The recommendation of the Board of Supervisors to the legislature to amend the pertinent section of the Town Law to authorize the Towns to remove rubbish and brush from va- cant lots if the owners of the prop- erty fail to do so upon notice, and to assess the cost against the owner of the property. Re: Meeting with various Boards of the Town The Supervisor also reported that he is continuing to meet with the various Boards for the purpose of dis- cussing the procedures and techniques used in hand- ling problems and matters pertinent to these Boards. REPORTS OF THE COUNCILMEN Councilman Brush-- Re: Park Board Councilman Brush reported that the Supervisor attended the meeting of the Park Board on January 16, 1956, and that this Board was giving consideration to long range planning in connec- tion with the Thruway. Re: Skating on Larchmont Gardens Lake Councilman Brush reported as follows:. (a) That two life-lines had been installed, one on each side of the Lake, with a sign reading, "For Emergency Use Only". (b) That a large sign had been posted at the foot of Myrtle Boulevard reading, "Skating" or "No Skating". (c) That the flagpole would fly a flag with a red ball when the ice was safe for skating. (d) That the Park and Highway De- partments are working together to develop the best procedure for spraying and scraping the ice. (e) That a letter had been sent to the President of the General As- sociation at Senior High School by the Supervisor requesting their cooperation in restricting hockey-playing to that area of the Lake so designated. Councilman Kane inquired about the possibility of installing a Police Call Box at the Lake so that aid could be summoned without delay in case of emergency. This matter was referred to Councilman Water- man for study and report. Councilman Kane-- Re: Apportionments Councilman Kane presented the following petitions received from the Assessor for the correction of the assessment roll so as to permit the apportion- ment of taxes. On motion by Councilman Kane, seconded by Coun- cilman Brush, the following resolution was unani- mously adopted: no WHEREAS, the Assessor has presented petitions for the correction of the as- sessment roll for certain years, pursuant to the provisions of Section 557, Article 16, of the Westchester County Administra- tive Code, known as the Westchester County Tax Law, and WHEREAS, after due consideration, this Board finds it desirable to grant said pe- titions for the correction of said assess- ment roll, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block, Parcel Name Land Imp Total 403 238 Angelo Rigano & W 1, 300 1, 300 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 403 238 Angelo Rigano & W 1, 000 1, 000 403 245 Joseph Mirabella 300 300 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 609 236 Dionigi Toso 2, 500 6, 000 8, 500 RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now ap- pearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 106 213 Archibald Robertson $6, 250 $3, 000 $9, 250 & W be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total --- 106 213 Archibald Robertson 3, 250 3, 000 6, 250 & W 106 223 J. J. Saxelby 3, 000 3, 000 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block, Parcel Name Land Imp Total 403 238 Angelo Rigano & W 1, 300 1, 300 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 403 238 Angelo Rigano & W 1, 000 1, 000 403 245 Joseph Mirabella 300 300 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 609 236 Dionigi Toso 2, 500 6, 000 8, 500 M be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 609 236 Alfred M. Luzzi & W $1, 000 $6, 000 $7, 000 609 241 Dionigi Toso 1, 500 1, 500 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 712 411 Julian A. Pollard $ 700 $ $ 700 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 712 411 Peter Melidosian &. W 350 350 712 412 Julian A. Pollard 350 350 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows:. Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 723 193 Adele Levy 34, 000 34, 000 68, 000 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557:' Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 723 193 Eugene H. Smith 5, 000 16, 000 21, 000 723 203 Adele Levy 29, 000 18, 000 47, 000 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land only 304 58 G. B. & E. M. Realty Corp. $42, 000 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land only 304 58 G. B. & E. M. Realty Corp. 39, 000 304 1500 Split Tree Realty Corp. 3, 000 6Z FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, -which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 901 167 Assunta Corti $1, 500 $3, 000 $4, 500 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land IMP Total 901 167 Louise Spinelli 300 300 901 212 Anthony Corti 1, zoo 3, 000 4, 200 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 313 10 Rockledge Holdg. Corp. 5, 000 10, 000 15, 000 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total 313 10 Rockledge Holdg. Corp. 2, 000 Z, 000 313 ZZ Mac M. Mader & W 3, 000 10, 000 13, 900 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel . Name Land Imp Total 120 186 John W. Herz 1, 800 1, 800 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp Total IZO 186 Marie A. Smith zoo 200 IZO 187 John W. Herz 1, 600 1, 600 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land only 405 385 Robert C. Hockett & W $3, 000 Joseph W. Gleicher be corrected as follows in accordance with 315 235 the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: 1, 800 Block Parcel Name Land only 405 385 Edward Wolinsky & W 500 405 390 H. Watson Paddock 1,0.00 405 500 Evelyn B. McCarty 800 405 510 Robert C. Hockett & W 700 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land only 314 1 A. Poccia & Sons, Inc. 13, 500 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land only 314 1 W. J. Atherton 3, 000 314 47 A. Poccia & Sons, Inc. 7, 000 314 370 Barbara L. Maver 3, 500 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1955, taxes of 1956, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land only 315 1 Joseph W. Gleicher 17, 500 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land only 315 1 Joseph W. Gleicher 15, 700 315 235 Joseph Dinolfo 1, 800 Councilman Waterman— No report other than Fire matters. Councilman Santoro-- Re: Recreation.Commission Councilman Santoro reported that the Recrea- tion Commission had not held a meeting due to the fact that a quorum was not present. Re: Skating on the Gardens Lake Councilman Santoro reported that Mr. O'Brien and Mr. Aitchison would work together on mat- ters pertaining to skating on the Gardens Lake. REPORT OF THE TOWN ATTORNEY Re: Prince Willows Sewers Mr. Delius introduced Mr. Morton Levin who was representing the Prince Willows area. Mr. Levin stated that, as the Board knew, this area was still without sewers although the Board had recognized their problem and shared in the cost of having a preliminary survey made. This survey has been sent to Albany for approval and returned. Mr. Levin further stated that the problem was be- coming greater as each day passed due to rising costs and the construction of more and more homes in this area. The Supervisor advised Mr. Levin that it was his feeling that they were entitled to an answer or a de- cision and suggested that this Board meet with rep- resentatives of this group. Mr. Irving Yasgur, chairman of the sewer committee for the Stonewall Lane area, requested that his group be represented at any meeting regarding this matter. Mr. Delius was requested to arrange a meeting with the group and tentatively scheduled such a meeting for February 2, 1956, at 8:00 p.m. in the Town Offices. Re: Pinebrook Area Drainage The Town Attorney reported that he had attended a meeting held in Larchmont Village on January 7, 1956, at which, in addition to the representatives from the Village and Town, representatives from the City of New Rochelle, the Thruway Commission, and the New Haven Railroad were present. Mr. Delius explained that the problem was the drainage of the Larchmont Village area, which the Pinebrook drain does not seem to take care of, and which he felt, in the first instance, was the responsibility of the Vil- lage. Mr. Griffen asked for a study which he and the City Engineer of New Rochelle proposed to make and with which, at such time as the Town has an Engineer, he might assist. Im Re: Ferndale Center Application Mr. Delius reported that the trial before Judge Schmidt had started and that the defendant apparently would call an expert witness on the question of confiscations due to change in the neighborhood. He suggested that the Town also employ an expert and recommended Mr. Harry K. Keller, who would be available for a fee of $150. 00 for such service. On motion by Councilman Brush, seconded by Council- man Kane, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the Town employ Harry K. Keller at a fee of $150. 00 for his service as expert for the Town in the trial entitled, "Town of Mamaroneck, Plaintiff, against Ferndale Center, Inc. and First National Stores, Inc. , Defendants". Re: 65 Palmer Avenue The Town Attorney further reported that Judge Coyne of the Supreme Court had refused to grant a temporary in- junction in the action brought by Topping and O'Donnell against the Town in connection with 65 Palmer Avenue and that this case would soon come to trial. Re: Annual Meeting of the New York State Municipal Bar Association Mr. Delius requested permission to attend the Annual meeting of the New York State Municipal Bar Asso- ciation. On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Councilman Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED that John L. Delius be and he hereby is authorized to attend the annual meeting of the New York State Municipal Bar Association to be held in New York City on January 26 and 27, 1956. FURTHER RESOLVED that the Comp- troller be and he hereby is authorized to audit his claim for expenses of the trip, said expenses to be paid out of the item in the Budget for traveling expenses. REQUEST OF COMPTROLLER RE CLAIMS In accordance with the request of the Comptroller, the fol- lowing resolution was passed: On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Council- man Kane, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the form of claim for audit, pursuant to Section 103 of the Town Law, shall be sufficient if certified to be true and correct in a statement signed by or on behalf of the claimant rather than verified before a Notary of the Public. FURTHER RESOLVED that the present form of claim be amended or revised accordingly. MR. MORTON LEVIN--RE ZONING VIOLATION Mr. Lein called to the attention of the Board what he be- lieved to be a violation of the zoning law inasmuch as a multiple dwelling located on the borderline of the Prince Willows area was being used as a school with adult danc- ing classes and also as a summer camp. Mr. McEvoy reported that he had investigated the matter, and up to this time, had been unable to contact the owner of the premises, Mrs. Lynch. He further stated that he had left a message requesting Mrs. Lynch to call him. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting, it was adjourned at 9:40 p.m. , to reconvene February 1, 1956. MEETING--BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners was con- vened immediately upon the adjournment of the Town Board meeting. AUTHORIZATION OF NOTICE--PURCHASE OF FIRE CHIEF'S CAR Councilman Waterman presented the specifications for the purchase of a car for the Fire Chief as submitted. On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Council- man Kane, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to publish in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, The Daily Times, notice for bids for the purchase of a car for the Fire Chief in accordance with the specifications on file in the Town Clerk's Office. FURTHER RESOLVED that sealed bids will be pub- licly opened at a regular meeting of the Town Board on February 1, 1956, in the Council Room of the Weaver Street Firehouse, Weaver Street, Town of Mamaroneck. r AUTHORIZATION OF NOTICE--DISPOSAL OF OLD TIRES The Clerk presented the specifications for the dis - posal of used tires and tubes as submitted. On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Council- man Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to publish in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, The Daily Times, notice for bids for the disposal of used tires and tubes in accordance with the specifications on file in the Town Clerk's Office. FURTHER RESOLVED that these bids shall be publicly opened at a regular meeting of the Town Board on February 1, 1956, in the Council Room of the Weaver Street Firehouse, Weaver Street, Town of Mamaroneck. CLAIMS Councilman Waterman presented the Fire Department claims which had been audited by the Comptroller and approved by the Fire Chief. On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Councilman Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the following claims be and they hereby are approved and the Supervisor and Comptroller be and they hereby are authorized to pay the same out of the Budget for the Fire Department: Consolidated Edison Company of N. Y. , Inc. - Westchester $ 48. 01 Tommy's Hardware 37. 82 Reginald Jubb Garage 64. 00 Mitchel Oil Corp. 46. 53 196. 36 Hydrant Rental Westchester Jt. Water Works 2, 400. 00 Grand Total $2, 596. 36 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting, it was adjourned at 9:53 p.m. , to reconvene February 1, 1956.