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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1942_08_05 Town Board Minutes REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD TOWN OF MAMARONECK, NEW YORK HELD AUGUST 5, 1942 In the Council Room of the Weaver Street Firehouse, 'Town of Mamaroneck, New York. The meeting was called to order by Supervisor McCulloch at 8 P . L. (Eastern War Time) . Present: Supervisor McCulloch Councilmen Bates, Brewer, Griffin, Mandeville Absent: Nome The presence was also noted of Town Clerk Payne, Town Attor- ney Delius, Assessor Smith, Superintendent of Highways and Tovn Engineer Focte and Welfare Officer DeVinne . The minutes of the meetings of July 1 and July 15, 1942, tiaere approved as presented. The Supervisor advised the members of the Board that it would be necessary for him to leave the meeting at 10 P. M. He requested the Town Clerk to read the communications . The Tovn Clerk read a letter from the Police Commission advising that Officer Philip Millheiser has applied for leave of absence pursuant to Section 246 of the 'military Lava, having enlisted and been accepted for service by the united States Army. On otion by Councilman Brewer, seconded by Councilman Griffin, it was unanimously RESOLVED, 'that leave of absence is hereby extended to Philip Hillheiser, Shield No . 123, of the Weaver Street Police Department of the Town of .!Mamaroneck, pursuant to Section 246 of the military Law, while he is engaged in the performance of military duty. The Town Clerk read a letter from William E. Thrasher, General Superintendent of Westchester Joint Water Works, No. 1, in which the stated that an error was made in the certification of water arrears made December 11, 1941, to the Town Board and which was included in the levy of taxes for the year 1942, insofar as it contained an item of $19 .13 against the property of R. F.. Wood known as 26 Bonnie Way and covered by account No. 7827-2. This property, the letter stated, was listed as being Block 104, Parcel 1, instead of Block 104, Parcel 60. Upon motion by Councilman Brewer, seconded by Councilman Bates, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the levy of unpaid water arrears be corrected so as to cancel the item of $19 .13 against Block 104, Parcel 1; FURTHER RESOLVED, that this be without prejudice to the re-levy of the said amount of $19.13 against Block 104, Parcel 60, hereafter. A petition in the form of a letter and bearing thirteen signatures was received from residents along Rockland Avenue, Carroll Place and Sheldrake Avenue, protesting against the use as a highway the tem-oorary roadway between Stratford Road and Rockland Avenue . The members of the Board recalled that at an earlier meeting a larger petition in favor of the use of the roadway had been received. The Superintendent of Highways was asked to inspect the roadway and remedy conditions referred to in the latest petition. N A .letter dated July 27, 1942, was received from Mr. William J. Shea commending the Town on the action of a sewer valve which had been installed to protect his cellar from flooding during heavy rainstorms . A letter dated July 25, 1942, was received from Town Engineer Foote, in which he advised that John Cullen had left the garbage collection department to work for the New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Company, also that Antonio Laicomohad been employed temporarily to fill the vacancy. He suggested that Mr.Laicomo be approved as a per- manent employee. On motion by Councilman Mandeville, seconded by Councilman Brewer, it was unanimously the employment of Antonio Laicomo RESOLVED, that employee and the continuance of his as a temporary permanent employee be and it hereby is approved; FURTHER RESOLVED, that he shall serve at the rate of pay fixed for the type of work performed by the garbage collection department. The following letter was read: Larchmont, N. Y. July 17, 1942 Hon. Bert C. McCulloch, Supervisor Town of Mamaroneck 155 West Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, 1 . Y. Dear Mr. McCulloch: Since I have entered the Armed Forces of the United States, 1 hereby tender my resignation as a member of the Velar Council. My association with you and the members of the War Council have been most cordial and I am sure that our Community will be able to meet whatever is in store for it because of the careful planning that has been made by this body. With every wish for continued success and with the earnest hope that our Community will come thru unscathed, I am, Sincerely yours, (signed) Wm. V. McCarthy, Jr. The members of the Board expressed regret on accepting the resignation and asked the Town Clerk to convey by letter their best wishes and to than. Pair. McCarthy for his many services to the Town. The following letter was read: July 21, 1942 Hon. Town Board Town of Mamaroneck, Mamaroneck, N. Y. Gentlemen: I submit herewith my resignation as constable for the Town of Mamaroneck, and desire to express my sincerest thanks for the honor conferred upon me by you gentlemen. With kindest personal regards, I am Very truly yours, (signed) Louis Bleitdeis A It was stated that Mr . Bleiweis is now employed in Rhode Island and upon accepting the resignation the Town Board asked the Town Clerk to express to Mr. Bleiweis their best wishes for his future. Councilman Brewer recommended and it was on motion duly made and seconded unanimously RESOLVED, that Globe Ind-emnity Company Bond No. A315975 in the penalty of 11,000 covering the position of con- stable of the Town of Mamaroneck and naming Louis Bleiveis as principal, be and it hereby is ordered returned to the Globe indemnity Company for cancellation and that the return premium, if any, be paid to the Town of Mamaroneck. A letter dated July 21, 1942, was received from Mr. William H. Johnson, Village Manager of the Village of Mamaroneck, to which was attached a copy of a list of proposed sales prices submitted by the Mamaroneck Realty' Board on village owned "properties located in the Town of Mamaroneck. Mr. Johnson stated that he was requested by the Village Board of 'Trustees to endeavor to arrange a conference between committees of both boards to discuss the proper disposition to be made of the property referred to . During discussion which followed it was recalled that at the meeting held February 4, 1942, the Town Board decided upon a plan of procedure for the consideration of sale proposals submitted by the Village of Mamaroneck. The Board directed the Town Clerk to ask Mr. Johnson to refer to the letter mailed to the Village following the above mentioned meeting. A letter was received from Superintendent of Highways Foote, and Councilman Mandeville explained that following the rejection by the Vicar Production Board of the application of the Town for the pur- chase of a new truck, three months would have to expire before a new application would be considered. It was recommended and on motion by Councilman Kandeville, seconded by Councilman Griffin, upon roil call, unanimously RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Highways of the Town of Mamaroneck be and he hereby is authorized to obtain and file with the Federal War Production Board such papers as necessary for application for permission to purchase a truck for Town needs . A letter was received from Mrs . Elizabeth Gagliardi of Center Street, Village of Mamaroneck, in which she reported damage to her property caused by a flood following a recent rainstorm. She said that she had notified the village and received no response, also that if nothing was done to relieve the condition, she would have to take the matter to court. The letter was referred to the Town Attorney. A statement of tax arrears on Block 411, Parcel 252, owned by Mrs . James J . Florence, was received from the Receiver of Taxes . The Supervisor advised. the Board that Mrs . Florence had. called at the office to request a settlement and that she was asked to make a definite offer by letter. He said that the letter had not been received up to this time . The Town Clerk was directed to advise Mrs . Florence and request that she submit a check with the application. A letter dated July 29, 196..2, was received from Mrs . Charles C. King of Lakeside Drive, Larchmont, in which she stated that she was ill with heart trouble and that the doctor had ordered that she rest quietly at home . She complained that a number of boys are fishing dally in the Larchnont Gardens Lake and the outlet stream and creating a nuisance by shouting and making other unnecessary noises . She stated that there is an ordinance against fishing in the lake and stream and she asked that the police be instructed to enforce the ordinance. The letter was referred to the Board of Police Commissioners . The following reports for the month of July were ordered received and filed: (1) Report of the Receiver of Taxes; (2) Report of the Building Inspector; (3) Report of the Plumbing Inspector; and (4) Report of the PaTamaroneck Health Center. The Town Clerk presented the following list of polling places for the year 1942 which were discussed by the members of the Board. On motion by Councilman Brewer, seconded by Councilman Griffin, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that in accordance with the provisions - - of Section 66 of the Election Law, being Chapter 17 of the Consolidated Laws of the State of New York as amended., the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby designates the place in each election district in the Town at which the meeting for the registration of voters and elections and primaries shall be held in the year folloiwing the ensuing first day of October: DISTRICT NO.. l Mamaroneck Avenue School Mamaroneck Avenue, Mamaroneck, N. Y. DISTRICT N0. 2 Mahlstedt Office Building 560 Fenimore Road, Palamaroneck, N. Y. DISTRICT NO. 3 Mamaro Firehouse Palmer Avenue, Mamaroneck, N. Y. DISTRICT NO. 4 Central School Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, N. Y. DISTRICT NO . 5 Westchester Joint Water Works, No. 1 Mamaroneck Avenue, Mamaroneck, N . Y. DISTRICT N0 . 6 New Building, Chatsworth Avenue School Forest Park Avenue, Larchmont, N. Y. DISTRICT N0. 7 New Building, Chatsworth Avenue School Forest Park Avenue, Larchmont, N. Y. DISTRICT NO. 8 Larchmont Village Hall Boston Post Road, Larchmont, P.I. Y. DISTRICT NO.-9 -- 1965A Palmer Avenue, Larchmont, N . Y. DISTRICT N0. 10 325 Boston Post Road, Larchmont, N . Y. DISTRICT NO . 11 Chatsworth Gardens Apartments 14 N. Chatsworth Avenue, Town of Mamaroneck, N. Y. DISTRICT NO. 12 Murray Avenue School Town of .Mamaroneck, N. Y. DISTRICT NO. 13 Murray Avenue School Town of Mamaroneck, N. Y. DISTRICT N0. 14 Second Floor, Weaver Street Firehouse Weaver Street, Town of Mamaroneck, N. Y. DISTRICT N0. 15 First Floor, Yeaver Street Fire House Weaver Street, Town of Mamaroneck, N . Y. DISTRICT NO. 16 Fenimore Cooper House, Larchmont Acres, Richbell Road, Town of Mamaroneck, N. Y. The Supervisor suggested that the meeting proceed with the reports of committees . Councilman Kandeville stated that he was very sorry to report that Mr. Thomas J. Morrison, former building einspector of the Town, seconded had passed away. He offered the following , by Councilman Brewer and unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, Thomas J. Morrison was for many years a resident of this community and served as one of its officials; and WHEREAS, by his friendly manner, his devotion to his duties and public spirit he endeared himself to everyone who came in contact with him; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Board does hereby express its deep sorrow occasioned by his death and regrets the loss to the community of such a fine citizen; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that a 'copy of this resolution be sent to the members of his family. Councilman Brewer reported that the war damage insurance policy had been received and found in order and that the valuations placed on the buildings and equipment were the same as the amounts given in the fire insurance policies . He recommended that extended coverage be added to the fire insurance policies to protect the Town against loss from windstorm, riots, falling aircraft, et cetera. He said that with the heavy traffic of aircraft from fields all around us the Town should be protected from everything in connection with air- craft that has nothing to do with ',war damage. It was on motion by Councilman Brewer, seconded by Councilman Mandeville, upon roll call, unanimously RESOLVED, that an endorsement known as supplemental contract No . 4 be attached to the fire insurance policies of the Town to protect the Town against loss which may be caused by explosion, riots, wind- storm, falling aircraft, which items are not covered under the war damage policy. Councilman Breyer referred: to the letter fror2 -air. Keeler, the Town' s insurance broker, concerning the extension of coverage of the war damage policy to include roads, streets, curbs, sidewalks, pipe lines, et cetera, and stated that it was too costly and that in his opinion the Town did not need it. Councilman Brewer raised the question as to whether or not the fire and war damage insurance coverage for equipment housed in Town buildings was sufficient. He pointed out that in the firehouse alone the equipment could not be replaced for any amount near the figure given in the policies . Mr. Gilliam Horne of Mr. Keeler' s office was present and Mr . Brewer asked him to have the equipment re-examined. Mr. H. H. Hodgkinson of Hodge & Hammond, Inc . was present and the following letter was read: July 9, 1942 Toren of Mamaroneck Tom Office Building Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, New York Attention: Mr. Bert C. McCulloch Gentlemen: We understand that you have One (1) Ten ton Austin Western Road Roller, serial No. 13046, with three wheels and scarifier vrhich is approximately twelve years old; also One (1) Used Gardner-Denver 315 cu. ft. actual air delivered gasoline portable air compressor mounted on wheels, serial 11o. 71557 that you purchased on September 17, 1940- We are offering you $3200.00 cash for the roller as is where is, and $3000.00 for the Gardner-Denver compressor as is where is . We have applied to the Gar Production Board for per- mission to purchase this compressor which was on the critical list, and could not be rented or sold until permission from the W. P. B. was received. Te understand that they have notified you of the permission to deliver this machine to us for the purpose of selling or renting it after same has been rebuilt and put in first class operating condition. The road roller of course, is not on the critical list and no such permission is necessary as far as the government is concerned as to its disposition. We will bring these machines to our shop and thoroughly overhaul them and crate them for export shipment to an army base job. We are enclosing a copy of a letter we received from the War Production Board granting us permission to pur- chase the compressor and sell or rent same. We would appreciate hearing from you soon with regards to these propositions. Very truly yours, HODGE & HAMMOND, INC. /s/ H. H. Hodgkinson Mr . Hodgkinson presented the following copy of a letter from the Year Production Board. June 30, 1942 Hodge & Hammond, Inc . 1162 Grinnell Place New York, N. Y. Gentlemen: With reference to your letter of June 22, 23 have - instructed the Town of Mamarcneck, New York to deliver to you the used Gardner-Denver compressor which you will rebuild and offer for sale or rental. Townn Clerk presented the following letter which was received by the Town: WAR PRODUCTION BOARD Washington, D. C. June 30, 1942 In reply refer to G-200 Torn of Mamaroneck New York Gentlemen: This is your authority to deliver to Hodge & Hammond, Inc . , New York, N. Y. , one used Gardner-Denver, Model WBG-315 portable compressor, Serial 71557. Very truly yours, J. S. Knowlson Director of Industry Operations Following a lengthy discussion, during which Councilman Brewer asked Councilman Mandeville if the HighTay Department had use for the equipment during the war emergency and upon Mr. Mandeville' s reply that he did not think so, it was decided that the Town would proceed to arrange a rental agreement. The Supervisor asked Mr. Hodgkinson if, as stated earlier, he would submit the rental agreement. Mr. Hodgkinson replied that he would. Attorney Delius called to the attention of the members of the Board Section 142-a of the Highway Law and recommended that the contract be made according to its requirements . On motion by Councilman Mandeville, seconded by Councilman Bates, it was upon roll call unanimously RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Highways be and he hereby is authorized to enter into a rental agreement with Hodge & Hammond, Inc . for the use of the following Town-owned equipment on federal defense projects: One (1) ten ton Austin Western Road. Roller, serial No . 13046, with three wheels and scarifier which is approximately twelve years old. One (1) used Gardner-Denver 315 cu. ft. actual air delivered gasoline portable air compressor mounted on wheels, serial No . 71557, purchased on September 17, 1940. , FURTHER RESOLVED, that the rental agreement shall meet the requirements of Section 142-a of the Highway Law and be subject to the approval of the Tear. Attorney. Mr. Harry Mariani of Lakeside Drive appeared and claimed - that because of the lack of proper drainage his property had been damaged during the recent rainstorms . He stated that he had offered to pay whatever cash was necessary to repair his property if the Torn would supply the labor. The Supervisor informed. Mr. lariani that under the lair,, Town employees could not do such work on private property. Councilman Brewer stated that the Town was not at fault, as the storm was the heaviest in years with more than five inches of rain water. Mr . Mariani stated that he did not ask for money for damages, but that he thought that he could have the help of the highway work- men. He said that he wished to file his protest and asked that the drains adjoining his property be inspected. Welfare Officer DeVinne stated that at the meeting held July 1, 1942, a committee had been appointed to study the new State law permitting small work relief projects . He reported that a study had been made of the plan and that he wished to recommend that no more work relief projects be opened in the Town, as conditions did not justify such projects . He said that the present relief rolls did not carry many unemployed workers capable of doing this work. The Supervisor informed the Board that on February 13, 1942, the Town Board authorized the borrowing of $5,000 for the Fenimore _ Road W. P. A. improvement project, $$11000 of wihich was to go for the supplemental project and $1,000 for payment of bills that had been incurred prior to this date. He reported that as of August 1, 1942, an unexpended balance of $82.93 remained for the project. He said that a sum of approximately $1,000 of unallocated surplus money re- mained in the W. P . A. Fund, which money represented non-expenditures of previous W. P. A. projects and from the rental of equipment to the County for the construction of the Halstead Avenue bridge. He re- commended that this balance of $1,000 be transferred to complete some of the work, on the Fenimore Road project so as to protect it from rain- storms . Councilman Brewer asked if this amount would finish the project temporarily so that the Town could leave same. The Supervisor replied that he thought that it would. On motion by Councilman Mandeville, seconded by Councilman Griffin, it was upon roll call unanimously RESOLVED, that the Comptroller of the Town of Mamaroneck be and he hereby is authorized to transfer from the W . P. A. Fund the unexpended balance in the amount of : 1,000 to the W. P. A. Fenimore Road improvement project fund. The Supervisor informed the Board that Superintendent of Highways Foote discovered that the bridge at the outlet of Larchmont Gardens Lake sould be repaired by the County. He said that the bridge is 30 feet video and that the highway lays require counties to maintain bridges over 25 feet in width. Councilman Mandeville recommended and Councilman Griffin seconded the following resolution which was unanimously adopted: RESOLVED, that the Town Atorney be and he hereby is authorized to take up with the County the question concerning the maintenance of the bridge on lakeside drive over the outlet of the Larchmont Gardens Lake . The Supervisor stated that he tried to get the County to put in a sidewalk along the Palmer Avenue side of the former Weaver Street Chapel Property where the County is installing a curb. He said that Town Engineer Foote had recommended that the sidewalk be constructed and that the County would not do so without cost to the Town. He said that they could do the job at low cost because all of their equipment was on the site and that they agreed to do it for $150.00, the cost of labor and materials . Councilman Mandeville moved and Councilman Brewer seconded the following resolution which was on roll call unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, the Town Engineer and Superintendent of Highways has recommended that a sidewalk at a width of four feet be constructed on the southerly side of Palmer Avenue between the line of old Weaver Street and the line of near Weaver Street, a distance of approximately 150 feet; and WHEREAS, the Public Works Department of the County of Westchester is now doing work with equipment near this site; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Engineer and Superintendent of Highways be and he hereby is authorized to enter into an agreement with the Public Works Department of the County for the construction of said sidewalk, the County to furnish the labor and the materials and the cost to the Town not to exceed $150.00, which shall be paid out of the highway fund. Councilman Mandeville recommended that letters be sent to the Highway and Fire Departments commending there for their work during the recent storm and flood which followed. He, said that the Fire Department hauled out thirty-four (34) cars where water was up to the motors. The Town Clerk was directed to send the letters . The Supervisor stated that it was almost train time and asked to be excused from the meeting. He appointed Councilman Griffin to act as Chairman for the balance of the meeting. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT Councilman Griffin took the chair and requested Councilman 11andeville to present the reports left by Mr . Griffin at his place on the table. Councilman Mandeville presented a petition dated. August 5, 1942, received from the Assessor for the correction of the assessment roll so as to permit the apportionment of taxes . On motion by Councilman Mandeville, seconded by Councilman Bates, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, the Assessor has presented a petition dated August 53 1942, for the correction of the assessment roll for certain years, pursuant to the provisions f 1916 as Section 10 of the Laws o , of Nection 33 of Chapter 5 amended, known as the Westchester County Tax Act; 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 rolls for the years 1941 and 1942, taxes of 1942 and 1943, which show property now appearing on the roil as follows : Section Block Lot owner 5 22 (1. 55 acres) Atlantic 3ulunicipal (Bik. 505, Parcel 433) Corporation Land Imp. Total $12, 500 2, 500 15,000 be corrected as follows, in accordance with the provisions of sub-division 5 of Section 33: Section Block Lot Owner Land Imp. Total 5 22 ( .78 acres) Joseph D. Cvaniga 6050 2, 500 8,550 (Blk. 505, Parcel 433) 5 22 ( .77 acres) Atlantic Municipal 6,150 - 6,150 (Blk. 505, Parcel 446) Corporation Councilman 11andeville presented the report of the Department of Public Welfare for the month of July, 1942, which showed as follows: Chairman Griffin stated that there was no report for the Park Department. Councilman Brewer stated that there was nothing to report other than the insurance question which was taken up earlier in the meeting. Councilman Bates reported that for a number of years Mr . Sam Carriero, 627 Fifth Avenue, Town, has had considerable trouble with water backing up into his cellar through the sewer connection during heavy storms . He recommended that the Town install a check valve to remedy this condition. During the discussion which followed Engineer Foote was asked about the condition of the server along Fifth Avenue . Mr. Foote stated that the sewer is twenty years old and inadequate to take care of the load during heavy storms . Councilman Mandeville stated that the house is situated near a loin spot. Councilman Bates presented the estimate for the work and recommended that it be done . On motion by Councilman Bates, seconded by Councilman Mandeville, upon roll call, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Engineer be and he hereby is authorized to award to the lowest bidder the contract for the installation of a four-inch quick closing valve on the house sewer connection of Mr. Sam Carriero at 627 Fifth Avenue, Town of Mamaroneck, New York. A vote taken on the foregoing resolution resulted as follows: AYES: Councilmen Mandeville, Bates and Griffin NOES: None NOT VOTING: Councilman Brewer July July 19 1 1942 Case Load 200 777 122 425 Individuals 5782 3340 Case Days Total Relief Expended 7,933 .60 $4,777 .78 Average Cost Per Case 39 .67 10.12 39.16 11.24 Average Cost Per individual 1.37 1.43 Average Cost Average Cost Per Per Case Day Individual Per Day .352 .411 Councilman Bates stated that there was nothing else to report other than the question about storm water drainage for the Fenimore Road project, which matter was acted upon earlier in the meeting. Chairman Griffin asked that a date be set for the meeting to discuss the financial report submitted by Glick-Freedman, the Town auditors, All agreed that, if possible, the meeting be held on Wed- nesday evening, August 12, 1942, and the Town Clerk was asked to tele- phone Freedman' s office to see if he was available for that evening. Chairman Griffin asked that the Town Comptroller be informed of the meeting. The Town Attorney recommended and upon motion by Councilman Brewer, seconded by Councilman Bates, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS in foreclosure proceedings instituted by the 'Town of Idamaroneck against Nicholas Leone, et al. , the referee, duly appointed for that purpose by order of the Supreme Court, sold to the Town of Mamaroneck property described as Section 2, Biotic: 36, Lots 46 and 47, on the Assessment Map of the Town of Mamar-oneck; and WHEREAS the said referee has applied to the payment of certain taxes, assessments and tax liens owned by and due to the Town of Mamaroneck, together with interest and penalties thereon to the date of sale, the sum of 8535 .78 which taxes, assessments and tax liens are re- quired to be cancelled by the provisions of Section 54 of the Westchester County Tax Act, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the following taxes, assessments and tax liens are hereby cancelled: Section 2 Block 36 Lots 46 and 47 Year of Year of Amount of Interest or Tax Tax Lien Penalty Total 1936 1937 $ 60.60 36.96 $ 97. 56 1937 1938 64.66 31.68 96.34 1938 1939 71.84 2.6.55 98.42 1939 1940 59.62 14.90 74.52 1940 1941 60.09 7.81 67.90 1941 1942 59 .90 .60 60. 50 1942 40. 54 40. 54 Total 8 535 .78 Attorney Delius stated that he -was prepared to submit the draft of proposed amendments to the Town ordinances but that he would rather wait until the full Board was present. Councilman Breyer stated that he was in favor of amending the Zoning Ordinance so as to include into zoned districts the streets of the Town. Following a short discussion the matter was deferred until the next meeting. The Town Attorney stated that he recommended settlement of the certiorari proceedings instituted by Park A. Rowley and Sidney A. Olson to revievr assessment for the year 1941 (taxes of 1942) upon property in the Town of Mamaroneck and Village of Larchmcnt, known as Block 720, Parcel 37 on the assessment map, on the basis of a reduction in the assessed value as fixed by the Supreme Court in certiorari proceedings for the previous year, i.e. , $51,900.00. He stated further that the attorneys for the relators were willing to accept such a settlement and discontinue the proceedings without cost. Vii:tF y Councilman Mandeville introduced the following resolution which was seconded by Councilman Brewer: WHEREAS, heretofore a writ, of certiorari was obtained by Park A. Rowley and Sidney A. Olson, owners of pro- perty described on the assessment map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 720, Parcel 37, to review the assessment placed upon said property by the Assessor and Board of Review for the year 1941; and WHEREAS the Assessor and Board of Review duly filed return to said writ and no furthe proceedings were taken with regard to said proceedings; and WHEREAS the Town Attorney now recommends to this Board that these proceedings be settled and discontinued upon the reduction of the assessment for the year 1941, from $64,900 (being $22,900 on the land and $42,000 on the improvements) to $51,900 (being $22,900 on the land and $29,000 on the improvements) ; Plot, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the assessment for the year 1941 (taxes of 1942) upon the property now owned by Sidney A. Olson, and described upon the assessment map and roll of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 720, Parcel 37, be reduced from $64,900 to $51,900, provided that the proceedings to review said assessment be discontinued without cost to the Town of Mamaroneck,. It is FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Attorney is hereby authorized and directed to sign the necessary stipula- tion to obtain orders of the Supreme Court providing for such reduction, and for the refund of any excess taxes paid. Chairman Griffin asked if there was any other business to come before the meeting. There being none he declared the meeting adjourned at 10:15 P. V. 1 Town Clerk