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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993_03_03 Town Board Regular Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD AMID THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON THE 3RD DAY OF MAIM 1993 IN THE COURT ROOM AMID OONFE'RENcE ROOM A OF THE TOWN CENTER, 740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK. CONVENE REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Silverstone at 7:00 pen, at which time on motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was unanimously declared adjourned into Executive Session in Conference Roam A to discuss Real Estate, Litigation and Personnel. The Executive Session, on motion duly made and seconded, unanimously declared adjourned at 8:20 pen. RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting-of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Silverstone at 8:35 pan. Present were the following members of the Board: Supervisor Caroline Silverstone Councilwoman Elaine Price Councilman John McGarr Councilwoman Kathleen Tracy O'Flinn Councilman Paul A. Ryan Also present were: Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator Steven M. Silverberg, Town Counsel CALL TO ATTENTION Supervisor Silverstone pointed out to those assembled the locations of exits as required by law for public gatherings. PUBLIC HEARING - Senior Citizen Tax Exemption The Supervisor requested the Town Attorney to explain the proposed local law. Mr. Silverberg answered that the purpose of the proposed amendment to Chapter 74 was to increase the existing provisions for Senior Citizen Tax Exemptions to correspond to the Real Property Tax Law. He explained that Seniors, 65 or older whose combined yearly income exceeded the maximum amount by less that four thousand eight hundred ($4,800) dollars would be eligible for a partial property tax exemption. �I March 3, 1993 The Supervisor then asked for a motion to open the Public Hearing, and on motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilman McGarr the hearing was declared open. Supervisor Silverstone then asked if anyone wished to speak in favor or against the proposed law. William O'Gorman, a Town resident said that the law should be passed to be at the same level as the State allows. There being no other comments, the Supervisor asked for a motion to close, whereby on motion of Councilman McGarr, seconded by Councilman Ryan the hearing was declared closed. Thereafter, on motion by Councilman McGarr, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby adopt Local Law No. 3 - 1993 as follows: LOCAL LAW NO. 3-1993 This Local Law shall be known as "Local Law to amend Chapter 74 Senior Citizen Tax Exemptions." Section 1. Purpose: The purpose of this local law is to amend the existing provisions for Senior Citizen Tax Exemptions to bring it into line with the amendments to the Real Property Tax Law Subsection 467. Section 2. Amendment: Section 74-7 (C) shall be amended to read as follows: The owner or all of the owners of real property located in the Town, who are sixty-five (65) years of age or older and whose said income or combined income from all sources for said twelve (12) month period exceeded the maximum amount set forth in subsection B by less than four thousand eight hundred ($4,800) dollars shall be able to apply for a partial exemption as set forth in the following table in which M stands for maximum incame specified in subsection B. ANNUAL INCOME ASSESSED VALUATION EXEMPT FROM TAXATION More than M but less than M +$600. 45 per centum, More +$600 or more but less than M +$1,200. 40 per centum More +$1,200 or more but less than M +$1,800. 35 per centum More +$1,800 or more but less than M +$2,400. 30 per centuun More +$2,400 or more but less than M +$3,000. 25 per centum 2 March 3, 1993 More +$3,000 or more but less than M +$3,600. 20 per centum More +$3,600 or more but less than M +$4,200. 15 per centum More +$4,200 or more but less than M +$4,800. 10 per centum Section 3. Effective Date: This Local Law shall take effect immediately BOARD OF FIRE COM USSIONER.S The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Silverstone at 8:40 pm in the Court Room. Present were the following members of the Commission: Commissioner Caroline Silverstone commissioner Elaine Price Commissioner John McGarr Commissioner Kathleen Tracy O,Flinn Commissioner Paul A. Ryan 1. Commissioner Price presented fire claims for authorization of payment and on her motion, seconded by Commissioner McGarr, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Commission hereby authorizes payment of the following Fire Department claims as approved by the Fire Chief and audited by the Comptrollers Office: AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. $ 1,055.45 B & L Kitchens 2,238.00 Dri-Chem Extinguisher Corp. 2,092.00 Coyne Textile Services 89.84 Dri-Chen Fire Extinguisher Corp. 52.50 Santo Giampapa 5.50 Galls, Inc. 251.63 Robert Gerardi 275.00 Grainger 29.95 Pelham Tool, Inc. 149.00 Pronto Printer 123.00 Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. 650.00 Westchester Camera 77.95 Town of Mamaroneck Fire Fighters Assoc. 110.04 $ 7,199.86 2. Lead Agency Designation The Supervisor explained that the Board would be considering renovations to the Weaver Street Firehouse, and would need to pass a lead agency designation pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review law. 3 March 3, 1993 On motion of Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilwoman O'Flinn, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Pursuant to 6 NYCRR 617.6(c) the Town Board does hereby designated itself as lead agency for the coordinated review of an unlisted action: The renovation of the Mamaroneck Fire District No. 1 Fire House located at Weaver Street in the Town of Mamaroneck. 3. Other Business The Supervisor said that she had received the Fire Department Report of Activity for the month of February. There being no further business to come before this Commission, on motion by Commissioner McGarr, seconded by Commissioner O-*Flinn, the meeting was unanimously declared adjourned at 8:50 pm AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointments - Zoning Board of Appeals The Supervisor explained. that there was an opening on the Zoning Board of Appeal and a term expiring that would have to be reappointed. She said that the reason for the opening was that the Chair, Joel Negrin, had resigned and she wished to thank him for his long service to the Town and the Zoning Board. Thereby, on motion of Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilwoman O'Flinn, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby appoint Diane Reccio, 11 Holly Place as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, to fill an unexpired term, said term to expire February 1995; and BE IT FURTHM, RESOLVED, that Patrick Kelleher, 108 Hickory Grove Drive be reappointed as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, said term to expire February 1998; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that Thomas Gunther a current member of the Zoning Board of Appeals be appointed Chair of that .Board, said term as Chair to expire February 1994. 4 March 3, 1993 2. Application - Westchester Joint Water Works Relocation of Transmission Main The Town Administrator explained that John Hock, Manager of Westchester Joint Water Works had requested the relocation of a water transmission main be done in conjunction with the proposed renovations to the Finastrmarket. He noted that the Building and Engineering Departments had reviewed the request and determined that there would be no objection to the request. After a brief discussion, on motion of Councilman McGarr, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby authorize Westchester Joint Water Works to relocate a water transmission main in conjunction with the proposed improvements to the Finast Supermarket Shopping Center. 3. Authorization - Transfer of Property - Mamaroneck School District Mr. Altieri explained that an agreement between the Town and the Mamaroneck School District would have to be executed to enable us to go ahead with the Larchmont Motel Site. He said that the agreement provides for the Town to take title to eleven parking spaces in the Hommocks School parking lot immediately adjacent to the motel property and in return, eleven spaces in that portion of the m mocks parking lot owned by the Town will be transferred to the School District. He stated that the school had approved the agreement, which had been drafted by our Town Counsel and he was therefore requesting that authorization be given to execute both the agreement and the deed. There ensued questions on the exact location of the spaces. On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Flinn, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby authorize the Town Supervisor to execute both the Agreement and Deed for the transfer of 11 parking spaces in HcamTocks School Parking Lot. 4. Legal Services - Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority The' Admtinistrator stated that it was necessary for the Board to authorize payment for legal services rendered until such time as the Housing Authority has the necessary funds to assume the expense of said services. He said that any funds paid by the Town to Mr. Lieberman, who was legal counsel to the Housing Authority, would be reimbursed when funds were received by the Housing Authority. He went on to explain that the Town Board approval of the content of the legal agreement for services was necessary according to the public housing law. After discussion: 5 March 3, 1993 On motion of councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman OrFlinn, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby authorize payment for services rendered to Edward Lieberman to the Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board does also approve the retainer agreement between Edward Lieberman for legal services and the Town Housing Authority. S. Authorization - Payment to - Construction Manager - Architect Mr. Altieri requested the board to approve the payments to Perkins, Eastman and Partners and the Tri-Tech Group for services provided in the month of December for the design of the Ha mtocks Park Apartments, noting that the claim for Perkins, Eastman was for $12, 773.82 and Tri-Tech in the amount of $8,266.80. He also reminded the board that these payments would be reimbursed to the Town upon issuance of the bonds for the construction of the housing development. The Board members discussed the payment and, on motion of Councilman McGarr, seconded by Councilwoman O'Flinn, it was unanimously, WHEREAS, services have been provided for the design of the Haatmocks Park Apartments by Perkins, Eastman & Partners and by the Tri-Tech Group; and WHEREAS, upon issuance of the bonds for construction of the housing development, the Town would be reimbursed for any and all advance payments incurred; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby authorize payment for services rendered for the month of December 1992 by Perkins, Eastman and Partners for services provided in connection with the Hommocks Park Apartments in the amount of $12,773.82; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby also authorize payment for services provided by the Tri-Tech Group for the design of Honmocks Park Apartments during the month of December 1992 in the amount of $8,266.80. .6 March 3, 1993 6. Salary Authorizations - Management and Non-Union Personnel - Assessor's Office The Supervisor said that the Management and Non-Union Personnel salary authorizations would be held over to the next meeting The Administrator said authorization is being requested to hire Nancy Richardson to work part-time in the Assessors office assisting in the drafting of maps in addition to performing clerical duties. He said that she had considerable experience in drafting and cartography. On motion of Councilman McGarr, seconded by Councilwcman Price, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby authorize employment for Nancy Richardson as a part-time worker in the Assessors office at the rate of $10.00 per hour, said employment to become effective March 8, 1993. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS ORAL COD24UNICATIONS Town Counsel reported that he had received an Article 78 suit against the Town on the Country Club Study earlier in the week. A resident asked the Supervisor why the Town thought it necessary to redo the firehouse. Supervisor Silverstone replied that the reconstruction was necessary because it was a very old building that had not been maintained nor updated during the years, thus it is unable to carry the weight of the new equipment, and the section where the paid firemen sleep is tilting, forcing then to put wood blocks under the bed legs to even it out. She explained that there are leaks and in addition the building was not up to code and a lot of work is necessary to make it SO. AWOURNMENP There being no further business to coarse before the Board, on motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by O,Flinn, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 9:15 pan. Respectfully submitted, Patricia DiCioccio Town Clerk 7