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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1950_12_27 Town Board Special Minutes 351 MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD IN THE COUNCIL ROOM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIRE HOUSE, TOWN OF MAMAROP;ECK, NEW YORK, ON DECEMBER 27th, 1950. Supervisor Mandeville called the meeting to order at 8: 15 P . M. PRESENT: Supervisor Mandeville Councilmen Watson, McKeever and Waterman ABSENT: Councilman Embury Presence was also noted of Town Clerk Gronberg, Town Attorney Delius and Town Accountant Finson. The Town Clerk presented and read an affidavit of publication of notice of public hearing to consider the application of Wueen City Bus Co. , Inc. , for consent of the Town of Mamaroneck for the operation of motor bubusses or omnibuses along, upon and across certain streets, avenues and nighways in the Town. of Mamaroneck. Mr. Harold M. Goldberg, an attorney, representing Queen City Bus Co., addressed the Board and stated that the Company owns 5 busses, 3 - 27 passenger - 1945 Fords and 2 - 25 passenger - 1937 Macks. He further stated that the Bus Company will, if granted the consent to operate, run its busses on a 20 minute schedule, starting at 6: 30 A. M. and continuing until 9 P . M., after which time they will run on a. half- hour schedule until 12: 30 A. M. The half-hour service will be main- tained on Sundays and holidays. The fare from the Town of Mamaroneck to the Village of Larchmont or to New Rochelle, will be 10 cents; the fare from the Village of Larchmont to New Rochelle will be 15 cents. Mr. Goldberg said the Village of Larchmont had granted a consent to operate these busses, and if it is desired by the Town Board, they will make a stop at Harrison Drive in the Unincorporated Section of the Town. No one spoke in opposition to this application. Supervisor Mandeville informed Mr. Goldberg that the Board would consider the matter. The Clerk presented the affidavit of publication of notice of public hearing for the purpose of considering an amendment to Chapter IV of the General Ordinances of the Town of Mamaroneck, by adding a new section thereto, to be known as Section 10-A. No one spoke for or against the proposed amendment. On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Councilman Watson, it was, upon roll call, unanimously RESOLVED that Chapter IV of the General Ordinances of the Town of Mamaroneck, originally adopted February 17th, 1937, is hereby amended by adding thereto a new section to be known as Section 10-A, which shall read as follows: No person shall enter upon any lot or piece of land within the bounds of the Town of Mamaroneck outside of incorporated villages, without authority from the owner thereof. No person shall erect or occupy thereon, any but or other structure whatever, without such authority and no person shall place, erect or occupy, within the bounds of any street in the Town of Mamaroneck outside of the incorporated villages, any but or other structure without lawful authority. 353 FURTHER RESOLVED that violation of the foregoing section of Chapter IV shall be a misdemeanor and punishable by imprisonment of not more than one year or by a fine of not more than $500. or both. FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Clerk publish the aforesaid amendment to the General Ordinances of the Town of Mamaroneck in The Mamaroneck Daily Times, the official newspaper heretofore designated, and. post printed copies thereof in at least three public places of the Town as provided in Section 133 of the Town Law, and that an affidavit of the publication and posting thereof be filed with the Town Clerk. The minutes of December 6th were approved as presented. The Clerk presented and read a letter dated December 11th, received from Mr. A. J. Foote, reporting on a petition filed with the Town Board at its meeting of December 6th, and containing various requests by the residents of Cabot Road. A summary of Mr. Footers letter is as follows: (1) In the opinion of the Chief of Police, a light at the curve of Cabot Road extension is not necessary. (2) The Town Engineer does not recommend the installation of a pipe across Cabot Road because the proposed pipe would discharge into a brook which flows into a culvert under the railroad and at times of flood the water might flow back through the pipe and make matters worse than they are at present. Also, the construction of the Thru- way will change the entire picture. (3) The widening of the driveway from the parking space is not necessary as the paving is 20 feet wide and traffic is only one way. This would only be necessary when and if Laurel Avenue is graged and paved to Weaver Street. (4) With reference to grading the railroad property from Vine Street to Cabot Road for parking space, it is the opinion of the Engineer that this work should not be done now as the Thruway construction will probably change the parking problem at the station. Mr. Footers report was ordered received and filed. The Clerk presented and read a letter dated December 27th, from Mr. A. J . Foote, Town Engineer, stating that the Chief of Police and he recommended the installation of a 1,000 lumen light on Colonial Lane. This light has been requested by the residents of that street. The labor costs for setting the fixture and bracket will be $6.80; the materials will cost $34®00; and the annual operating charge will be $23.50. On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Councilman McKeever, - it was unanimously RESOLVED that the Town Engineer be and he hereby is authorized to have installed on Colonial Lane, one 1,000 lumen light. 355 The Clerk presented and read the following letter received from Mr. C . J . Quinn, Secretary to the Board of Police Commissioners: I BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS TOWN OF MAMARONECK Edgewood Avenue Larchmont, N. Y. December 21, 1950 Town Board, Town of Mamaroneck 158 West Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, N. Y. Gentlemen: At a meeting of the Police Commission, Monday evening, December 18, 1950, Chief Paul A. Yerick presented for consideration, the matter of Auxiliary Police in the organization of Civilian Defense. It is proposed to recruit 25 to 35 men. Sometime early in January these men will be ready for induction, briefing and a schedule of training. The Town Board will wish to consider this plan for approval and to determine in advance, arrangements for the method of "Swear- ing in" these men, insurance coverage and other provisions appropriate for their service. A Police Training School for Civilian Defense will be opened at White Plains, January 8, 1951, to run for 5 consecutive days. Chief Yerick plans to select 2 men from the Department for attendance at this School, after which these men will serve as instructors for the Auxiliary Police. The cost for transportation and meals for these 2 men for attendance at the White Plains school course will approximate $25. In addition, it is estimated that it will cost $"10. to $15 . per man to equip the 25 to 35 men to be recruited for the Auxiliary force. This equipment will consist of caps, shields, whistles, flashlights, nightsticks, armbands and notebooks. The shields have been ordered upon authoriz- tion of the Supervisor. The Commission forwards this report with full approval and assumes that, if the Town Board approves, provisions will also be made for the estimated expense for the various items listed. The Commission attaches with regret, a letter from Dr. Charles Weller, dated December 11, 1950, submitting his resignation as Police Surgeon. Also attached is a copy of our reply. The matter is referred to the Town Board for consideration and selection of a replacement Police Surgeon. The Commission voted to rescind their previous action of April, 1950, for the installation of pedestrian bullseyes in 3 of the traffic lights at North Chatsworth Avenue and Myrtle Boulevard. The bid for installation by the Foley Hardware Company has been withdrawn. Upon further consideration of the matter, the Commission recommends no further action at this time. In connection with the prohibition of all-night parking, the Commis- ', sion has adopted the following regularion under the provision of Chapter II, Section 12, General Ordinances, Town of Mamaroneck: 357 (a) Authorization is hereby provided for the removal and storage of vehicles parked or abandoned on public highways during snow storms, floods, fires or other public emergencies, and for the payment of reasonable charges for such removal or storage by the owner or operator of any such vehicle, but with respect to state highways maintained by the State, subject to the control of the State Traffic Commission. Respectfully submitted, C . J . Quinn Secretary cjq: fbh Enc. - Letter and copy of reply On motion by Councilman Watson, seconded by Councilman Waterman, it was unanimously RESOLVED that this Board hereby approves the induction into the Police Department of 35 men as Auxiliary Policemen, with proper insurance coverage. i Town Attorney Delius was instructed to check into the matter of insur- ance for auxiliary policemen and to have a report ready for the next meeting. On motion by Councilman Watson, seconded by Councilman McKeever, it was unanimously RESOLVED that this Board hereby authorizes the attendance - -- of 2 men at a Police Training School for Civilian Defense, in White Plains, N. Y. , commencing January 8, 1951 to run for 5 consecutive days, at an approximate cost of $25 . said expenses to be paid out of the item in the Police Department Budget appropriated for the same. i FURTHER RESOLVED that this Board hereby authorizes the equipping of 35 auxiliary policemen at an approximate cost of $15. per man, the same to be paid out of the Civil Defense Budget. On motion by Supervisor Mandeville, seconded by Councilman McKeever, the resignation of Dr. Charles Weller as Police Surgeon to the Town of Mamaroneck Police Department, was accepted with regret and the Town Clerk was instructed to write to Dr. Weller expressing the thanks of the Town Board for his many services while serving as Police Surgeon. The Town Clerk was also instructed to write to Mr. Cecil Borton, Chair- man of the Board of Police Commissioners, informing him of the action taken by the Town Board with respect to the items mentioned in the Com- missionts letter of December 21st. The Clerk presented and read a letter dated December 22nd, addressed to Supervisor Owen A. Mandeville, by Mr. John Kadel, Jr. , commending Chief Burton and the Weaver Street Fire Department for their very efficient organization. The Clerk presented a letter, dated December 18th, addressed to Mr. John A. Wang, Chairman of the Board of Park Commissioners, by Mr. B. F . Bardo of the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company, advising Mr. Wang that a study of the possibility of extending the auto- mobile parking area on the west-bound side of Larchmont Railroad Station, is being made, and a further report will be made when the study is complete. 359 A report of the meeting of the Examining Board of Plumbers, held Saturday, December 16th, 1950, was received from Mr. A. J. Foote, Secretary. The following applications for dance hall licenses which have been approved by the Police Chief, the Building Inspector and Fire In- spector, were submitted for approval: Waller' s Post Lodge Winged Foot Golf Club, Inc. Bonnie Briar Country Club, Inc. Veterans of Foreign Wars, David Potts, Jr., Post No. 1156. On motion by Councilman Watson, seconded by Councilman McKeever, it was unaniiriousiy RESOLVED that the applications of the hereinafter named applicants for dance hall licenses for the year 1951 be and they hereby are approved and the Town Clerk is hereby directed to issue the same: Waller' s Post Lodge Winged Foot Golf Club, Inc. Bonnie Briar Country Club, Inc . Veterans of Foreign Wars, David Potts, Jr. , Post No. 1156. The Clerk presented a petition signed by residents of Taylor Place, Myrtle Boulevard and Baldwin Avenue, requesting that parking be pro- hibited at any time on Baldwin Avenue and that the sign which reads "No Parking Beyond this Point" , be moved 50 feet nearer to Vine Street This petition was referred to the Police Department for action. The Clerk presented a list of claims for Fire Department expendi- tures and announced that they had been checked by Chief Burton and audited by the Comptroller. The members of the Town Board, sitting as the Board of Fire Commis- sioners, considered the claims and on motion by Councilman Waterman; seconded by Councilman McKeever, it was unanimously i RESOLVED that the following described claims be and they hereby are approved and that the Supervisor and Comptroller be and they hereby are authorized to pay the same out of the budget for the Fire Department: A. & A. Automotive Co. 1.90 Burton & Fenton, Inc. 29.60 Arthur M. Brown 50.00 Chatsworth Oil & Heating Co., Inc. 136.75 Foley Hardware, Inc. 5.89 Free Parking Service Station 58.75 Goldie' s 29.90 Mamaroneck Auto Radiator 2.50 G . W. Merrell 27.55 Mitchel Oil Corp. 68.30 Myrtle Garage, Inc. 12.95 New York Telephone Co. 57.89 M. &. N. Nirenberg 15.55 F . R. Stevens Co., Inc. 24. 50 Wesco Fire Equipment & Service 128.23 Westchester Joint Water Works, No. 1 3.30 Westchester Lighting Co. 32.47 686.03 6? The Board approved the installation of a light on Pole No. 5, located on Revere Road, the cost of which will be as follows: Annual operating cost 23,50 Improvement cost 34,00 Labor cost 6.80 64.30 The above installation was recommended by Town Engineer A. J . Foote and Police Chief Paul A. Yerick. Councilman Watson presented the foliowihg petitions received from the Assessor for the correction of the assessment roll so as to permit the apportionment of taxes and on motion by Councilman Watson, seconded by Councilman McKeever, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, the Assessor has presented petitions for the correc- tion of the assessment roll for certain years, pursuant to the provi- sions of Section 557, Article 16 of the Westchester County Adminis- trative Code, known as the Westchester County Tax Law; and WHEREAS, after due consideration, this Board finds it desirable to grant said petitions for the correction of said assessment roll, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1950, taxes of 1951, which shows property now appearing on the roil as follows: Block Parcel Name Land Im'" Total 210 789) 211 333) Highridge Realty Co. 516,000 15,250 31,250 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp. Total 211 144 C. Guglielmo 750 750 211 151 °f 750 750 211 613 Chas. Williams 850 850 211 623 1,000 11000 210 789) 211 333) Highridge Realty Co. 12,650 15,250 27,900 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1950, taxes of 1951, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land Imo. Total 406 46 Town of Mamaroneck 20,100 2000 22 400 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp. Total 406 400 Gerolmo Soriano 300 300 406 46 Town of Mamaroneck 19,SOO 2,300 22,100 363 i FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1950 taxes of 1951, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: i Block Parcel Name Land only 817 704 Village of Mamaroneck $ 250 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land only 817 704 Jack B. Holland 150 817 900 Joseph Jackson & W 100 FURTHER RESOLVED that the assessment roll of 1950, taxes of 1951, which shows property now appearing on the roll as follows: Block Parcel Name Land Imp. Total 911 481 Carl Westfall 21500 11000 3,500 be corrected as follows in accordance with the provisions of subdivision 5 of Section 557: Block Parcel Name Land Imp. Total 911 481 Gussie Haviland 1,000 1,000 911 529 Carl Westfall 1,500 1,000 2, 500 Councilman Watson reported that at the last meeting he, together with Councilman McKeever, had been requested to look into the matter of the purchase of a motor sweeper. Although they had not been able to go together to see the sweeper, their conclusions had been the same. An old Austin-Western was the sweeper inspected and though it had been in service for over a year, it seemed in good condition and the people who were using it, gave it a very favorable report. After checking some of the competitive makes, Councilman Watson and Councilman McKeever agreed that this particular sweeper is probably better suited to the requirements of the Town as it will reouire less maintenance. Following discussion and on motion by Councilman Watson, seconded by Councilman McKeever, the Town Clerk was authorized to publish the following Notice in the Mamaroneck Daily Times: NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given, in compliance with Section 142 of the Highway Law, that A. J . Foote, Superintendent of Highways of the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, has recommended the purchase of an Austin- Western Sweeper at a maximum estimated cost of $9,000.00 The Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck will meet at the Council Room of the Weaver Street Fire House, Weaver Street, Larchmont, N. Y. , on the 3rd day of January, 1951, at 8:15 P . M. , to consider such purchase. Supervisor Mandeville requested a resolution authorizing the purchase of new election equipment. ............. ... ..... . .. __. . - ... ._ 365 On motion by Councilman McKeever, seconded. by Councilman Waterman, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to purchase from Olson and Gordon, Stationers, Inc ., 18 Howe Folding Tables, 96" x 30" , Masonite on Plywood Top at $31.85 each, and 18 Howe Folding Tables, 48" x 30", Masonite on Plywood Top, at $24.95 each, which prices are subject to change without notice. On motion by Councilman McKeever, seconded by Councilman Waterman, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to purchase from Earl A. Fisher Co. , 72 #1550 Lyon Steel Folding Chairs with Upholstered Seats and Backs at $5.50 each, which price is subject to change without notice. On motion by Councilman McKeever, seconded by Councilman Waterman, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the Town Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to purchase from Automatic Voting Machine Corporation, 2 - 9 party, 30 candidate, Model 60, Voting Machines, Nos. 70259 and 70260, at $1,130 each. The Supervisor requested a resolution authorizing the purchase of chairs for the Court of the Justice of the Peace. On motion by Councilman Watson, seconded by Councilman McKeever, it was, upon roll call, unanimously RESOLVED that the Town Board hereby authorizes the purchase of 26 chairs for the Justice of the Peace Court, at a total cost of $326.82. The purchase of a gasoline driven generator for the Police Department was laid over until the next meeting. A demonstration will be held Saturday, December 30th, at 11 A. M. On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Councilman Watson, it was unanimously RESOLVED that the Town Board hereby authorizes the purchase of an additional Police Radio at a total cost of $434.50. A letter, dated December 27th, 1950, was received from Comptroller Orsino, requesting authorization to transfer funds within the 1950 Budget, and from Surplus Funds. Following discussion, on motion by Councilman McKeever, seconded by Councilman Watson, it was, upon roll call, unanimously RESOLVED that the Comptroller and Supervisor be and they hereby are directed to make transfers witnin the 1950 Budget and from Surplus Funds, as follows: GENERAL TOWN Department of Town Offices To: Rent $240.00 Light 20.00 Telephone 135-00 From: New Equipment 130.00 Postage 34.00 Supplies 50.00 Comptroller - Supplies 125.00 Receiver of Taxes - Supplies 56.00 367 To: Dept. of Assessor Deputy Assessor $450.00 Office Supplies 50.00 New Maps 55 .00 From: Miscellaneous Appraisals 585000 Department of Elections To: Labor - Temporary 35.00 From: Transportation Equipment 35.00 Department of Law ; To: Supplies, Searches 900.00 Foreclosure Costs 320.00 Certiorari Costs 11865.00 From: General Town Surplus Fund 31085 .00 Dept. Justices of Peace To: Supplies 56.00 From: New Furniture 56.00 Department of Engineer To: Junior Clerk 10735.00 From: General Town Surplus Fund 11735.00 Department Building & Plumbing To: Office Supplies 20.00 f i From: Surplus Funds 20.00 Department Miscellaneous Expenditures I To: Travel & Other Expenses 585 .00 Publishing Notices 550.00 Insurance 68.40 Recreation 300.00 From: Taxes 60.00 Retirement Fund 255 .00 Surplus Fund 1,188.40 OUTSIDF_ _,Ai hFS _ Department of Police To: Police Chief 140.00 Telephone 100.00 Insurance 29.61 Miscellaneous 270.00 Gas and Oil 375 .00 Office Supplies 400.00 Equipment 125.00 Repairs Autos 725.00 Range Supplies 27.45 Radio Maintenance 200.00 Traffic Safety & Signs 275 .00 Purchase Cars & Motor- cycles 307.00 i 369 From: Patrolmen 140.00 Traffic Signals Maintenance 250.00 New Traffic Signals 400.00 Building Supplies 200.00 Traveling Expenses 125 .00 Repairs to Headquarters 250.00 O/V Surplus Funds 1,609.06 GARBAGE DISTRICT Department of Garbage To: Wages, Laborers 1,440.00 Insurance 183.18 Gas & Oil 100.00 Dump Maintenance 300.00 From: Rat Control 225.00 Incineration 12271.86 Garbage District Surplus 526.32 FIRE DISTRICT NO . 1 Fire Department To: Fire Truck Drivers 116.50 Light 75 .00 Fuel Oil 175.00 Insurance 70.11 Telephone & Alarm 100.00 Gas & Oil 50.00 Miscellaneous 60.00 Repairs to Building 50.00 Repairs to Equipment 160.00 New Fire Truck 1, 522.58 From: Loan from General Fund 11522. 58 Water 20.00 Retirement 16.61 Office Supplies 60.00 Materials, Supplies 250.00 Clothing 100.00 Convention Expenses 39.00 Hydrant Rental 102.00 Fire District Surplus 569.00 LIGHTING DISTRICT To: Rental 20.00 Installation 310.95 1 From: Lighting Surplus 330.95 PARK DISTRICT NO. 1 Dept. of Parks To: Light & Power 30.00 Materials, Shrubs, etc . 800.00 Gardens Lake Shoreline Repairs 483.01 i From: Groundsmen, Laborers 300.00 Water 150.00 Insurance 87.01 Retirement Fund Contribution 13.00 Equipment 250.00 Repairs to Building 125 .00 Repairs to Equipment 50.00 Park Dept. Surplus 338.00 SEWER DISTRICT NO . 1 Department of Sewer To: Insurance 10.17 Clothing 9.09 Pump Station Maintenance 150.00 Murray & Colonial Pump Station 13000.00 From: Salaries, Wages, Sewer Maintenance 669.26 Sackett Drive Sewer & Althea Lane 500.00 Supervisor Mandeville said he wished to commend the Police Department for its very splendid work during the recent storm which occurred on November 25th and lasted some 16 or 18 hours. He said every man in the Department was on duty during the entire period of the sotrm and they conducted themselves in a manner which reflected, throughout the Town, credit and honor on the Police Department . He went on to say the Chief deserves complimenting as well as every man in the Department and that it is a gratifying experience to be able to work with those men. Councilman McKeever had nothing to report. Councilman Waterman said he would also like to say a few words of com- mendation for the :job the Fire Department did, It was on the alert during the entire storm. The Chief and the Deputy Chief spent the en- tire day patrolling the Town. The Department received 50 or more calls, each one of which received the proper attention and the neces- sary action was taken. There was even a boat in readiness for use in the event a fire might occur in the Hommocks which was cut off from j the main land. The Chief, the Deputy Chief and the entire Department should be highly commended for the untiring service they gave on that day. The Supervisor said that in view of all the damage done (wires down as well as approximately 150 trees) it is gratifying to know that no one was injured and this is a reflection of the efficiency of the Police and Fire Departments . On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Councilman Watson, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: i WHEREAS, the POLICE DEPARTMENT and FIRE DEPARTMENT of the Town of Mamaroneck did on the 25th day of November, 1950, during a storm of un- precedented severity, render services to the public untiringly and with great efficiency, NOW BE IT RESOLVED that this Board wishes to highly commend the members of both the Police Department and Fire Department of the Town of Mamaroneck for having given so generously of their time and services beyond the necessary line of duty, and express by means of this resolution, its gratitude and appreciation of a job well done. 373 FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be sent to George W. Burton, Chief of the Fire Department and Paul A. Yerick, Chief of the Police Department so that it may be posted for the members to read. Councilman Waterman reported that he had a recuest from Chief Burton for the purchase of 12 Indian Pumps at $32. each and 3 lights for a generator at $25. each. These are to be used in connection with Civilian Defense. On motion by Councilman Waterman, seconded by Councilman Watson, it was unanimously ) RESOLVED that this Board hereby authorizes the purchase of 12 Indian Pumps at $32. each and 3 lights for a genera- tor at $25 . each. Town Attorney Delius reported that he had reviewed the Ordinances with Mr. Foote and suggested that there should be an araendment to provide that where a demolition permit is granted, public liability insurance should be furnished in amounts of $100,000 and $300,000. He believed the same thing should apply to housemoving. They had also looked into the matter of street opening permits and Mr. Foote suggested that a fee of $5 . should be charged for the same. Mr. Delius was instructed to prepare the necessary notice for a public hearing to be held at the meeting of January 17th, 1951. Mr. Delius also reported that he had talked to the Attorney for Larchmont Apartments, Inc. , relative to their certiorari proceeding, and it was his belief that the matter could be settled by `a reduction of $150,000. The Town Attorney was instructed to try to obtain a better settlement. The Board then discussed the application of Queen City Bus Corporation. Supervisor Mandeville was opposed to the use of old equipment. Councilman McKeever believed that inasmuch as this ecuipment had been approved by the Public Service Commission it would be no longer within the jurisdiction of the Board. Councilman Watson said he would like to see the application granted because the service is needed ammd he would be willing to approve the use of the 1945 busses and not the 1937 busses. No definite action was taken by the Board. There being no further business to come before the meeting, it ad- journed at 10 P . M. to meet again on January 3rd, 1951. Town C e k