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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994_01_19 Town Board Regular Minutes REVISED TOWN OF MAMARONECK TOWN BOARD AGENDA REGULAR MEETING- Wednesday, January 19, 1994 -Town Center Court Room- 8:15 PM THE TOWN BOARD WILL CONVENE AT 7:00 PM INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION to discuss contracts, litigation and certiorari and then adjourn into a Work Session at 7:45 PM to discuss capital projects. CONVENE REGULAR MEETING RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURN EXECUTIVE SESSION CONVENE WORK SESSION ADJOURN WORK SESSION RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ATTENTION - Location of Exits RESOLUTION -Appointment to Vacant Council Seat SWEARING IN-New Council Member CERTIFICATE OF HONOR - Robert Murphy CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION - Sgt. Paul Degenhardt - Robert P. Degen BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS 1. Fire Claims 2. Other Business WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS ORAL COMMUNICATIONS REPORTS OF THE SUPERVISOR AND TOWN BOARD AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointments 2. Authorization- Consulting Agreement- WBA Group - CDBG Grant 3. Authorization- Certiorari Settlements 4. Public Discussion- Community Development Block Grants 5. Authorization-Agreement- South East Consortium 6. Resolution-New York State Retirement System 7. Bond Resolution-Highway Fund 8. Set Public Hearing - Garbage_District Bond Resolution 9. Authorization- Westchester Joint Water Works - 1994 Capital Projects 10. Settlement of Claim 11. Salary Authorizations - Court Clerk -Town Clerk's Office UPDATE- County Legislator, George Latimer Next regularly scheduled meetings -February 2, 1994 -February 16, 1994 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEE.TIM OF DIE TOOT BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONIDCK HELD ON THE 19TH DAY OF JANUARY 1994 AT 8:15 PM IN T E COURT ROOM OF THE TAT CENTER, 740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, ICEKKRONF32K, NEW YORK. CONVENE REGULARICEEITLV The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Price at 7:00 p.m., at which time on motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was unanimously declared adjourned into Executive Session in Conference Roan A to discuss contracts, litigation and certiorari. The F.secutive Session, an motion duly made and seconded, was unanimously declared adjourned at 7:45 pn into a work session to discuss capital projects. RECONVENE REGULAR MEETD The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Price at 8:20 pm. Present were the following members of the toard: Supervisor Elaine Price Councilwoman Kathleen Tracy O'Flinn Councilman Paul A. Ryan Councilwoman Valerie M. O'Keeffe Also present were: Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk Stephen V. Altieri, Taws Administrator Steven M. Silverberg, Town Counsel carmine DeLuca, Town Comptroller Lillian Robustelli, Secretary to the Supervisor 4 CALL TO ANON Supervisor Price pointed out to those assembled the locations of exits as required by law for public gatherings. l . The Supervisor then said that she was reczemendtnq Barry Weprin to be appointed to the vacant seat on the Town Board and that she had reviewed resumes and spoken with many people regarding this appoint- ment, and after all the scrutiny, she felt that Barry Weprin was the best person to fill this vacancy. Councilwoman O'Keeffe said that she algo would like to add a name into the record for nomination, that of Jeff Young, who is a former Trustee from the Village of Larchmont, who she thinks would be an excellent councilman. January 19, 1994 After a discussion and comments, on motion of Supervisor Price, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was III RESOLVED, that the Town Board o the Town of Mmnaroneck does hereby appoint tarry Weprin, 22 Dimitri Place, as Councilman to the Town Board to fill the vacancy of Elaine Price, who was elected Supervisor, and BE IT FIR, RESOLVED, that said vacancy slated to expire December 31, 1995, although filled, must be placed on the ballot the first November following this appointment, Which is November 1994 and then once again in November 1995. Ayes: Ryan, O'Flinn, Price Nays: O'Keeffe The Supervisor invited Mr. Weprin to come:forward and introduce his family and then she delivered the Oath of Office. • Councilwoman O'Keeffe expressed same displeasure at the procedure and III appointment. Supervisor Price then said that she felt the appointment of Mr. Young would not be acceptable'as he had run against and campaigned against the policies of the past and present administrations.ni strations. • BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Price at 8:55 pm in the Court Room. 4 Present were the following members of the Commission: Commissioner Elaine Price • Commissioner Kathleen Tracy O'Flinn Commissioner Paul Ryan Commissioner Valerie M. O'Keeffe Commissioner Barry Weprin III1. Commissioner O'Flinn presented fire claims for authorization of payment and on her motion, seconded by Commissioner Ryan, it was rman4w usly RESOLVED, that this Commission hereby authorizes •payment of the following Fire Department claims as approved the Fire Chief and audited the apprav by by Comptroller's Office: a. January 19, 1994 1993 OPERATING FUND AT&T $ 143.03 AAA Emergency Supply Co. Inc. 50.00 Dmi-Chen 29.00 Excelsior Garage 6 Machine Works, Inc. 183.28 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Office Products 26.95 1994 AT&T 56.57 Gallagher Newman Ins. Blokers 524.65 Home Fair Camera 33.63 Nynex Infamration 9.00 Town of Mam,k Professional Fire Fighter 102.18 Village of Scarsdale Water Dept. _ 900.00 $ 5,110.39 CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND Tartaglione Consultants Corp. $ 4,000.00 Grand Total $ 9,110.39 There being no further business to come before this Commission, on motion by Commissioner Iran, seconded by Commissioner O'Flinn, the meeting was uraniwusly declared adjourned at 9:05 pm. 3 • January 19, 1994 PRESENT: sor Elaine Price Councilwoman Rathl�eu Tracy O'Flinn Councilman Paul A.J Ryan Coumcilecman Valer}e H. O'Reeffe Councilman Barry Weprin • Also present were: Patricia A. DiCiocpio, Town Clerk Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator Steven M. Silverberg, Town Counsel Item 2 = Agenda: 2. Authorization - tant Agreement - WBA Group - CBDG Grant Item 4 on Agenda: 4. Public Discussion - Comm pity Development Block Grants The Supervisor said that in conjunction with item 2, which is for authorization for the hiring of WBA for consulting services to help prepare cost estimates in regard to the Community Development Block Grant, we open the discussion on item 4, which is for a public discussion on the CDBG. Mr. Altieri, explained that the Federal Housing and Urban Development Agency will again be Community Development grants through the County of Westchester and that there were three projects which may qualify for funding. He outlined than as: 1. Removal of Architectural Barriers for the Handicapped at the Weaver Street Firehouse which is being renovated. Funding request of $240,000. 2. Richbell Road Playground Improvements, which is located behind Iarctm ont Acres. Funding at a cost of between $50,000 and $100,000. 3. Handicapped Sidewalk ramps which would assist the Town with compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Funding amount to be determined. 4 Supervisor Price asked what specifically would be asked for in the Firehouse. The Administrator specified that an installation of an elevator, constructionlof handicapped rest roams, and installation of handicapped ramps for trances were same of the proposed improvements. •. 4 January 19, 1994 Mr. Altieri explained that in regard to the Playground, many requests had been received by the town asking for it to be renovated, that it was old, the equipment in need of replacement and that under the ADA, playgrounds should be handicapped acessible also. The Administrator said that in order to calculate the cost, he would need authorization III from the Board to enter into an Agreement with WBA Group, who would then prepare a preliminary schematic drawing as well as a construction cost estimate. He went on explaining that the third item which is for sidewalk curbing would also assist the Town with compliance of the Americans with Disabilities Act, but that he could not estimate the funding amount at this time. There then ensued a discussion regarding different aspects of the three proposed projects. Counciwoman O'Flinn asked about fencing around the playground and Councilman Ryan' said that he felt it should be included in the Agreement with WBA. Then after further discussion, on motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Flinn, RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby authorize the hiring of WBA Group, 175 North Main Street, Branford, Connecticut to serve as consultants on the Richbell Road Playground project at a cost not to exceed $1200; and BE IT FISt'EM, III •RESOLVED, that the agreement with WBA Group be amended to include in the Scope of Work the cost of fencing the entire playground area; and BE IT FIR, RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Town Administrator to execute the Agreement with WBA Group on behalf of the Town. Ayes: Weprin, O'Reeffe, Ryan, �O'Flinn, Price Nays: None The Administrator informed the Board that their authorization would be necessary for him to submit an application for the three projects he had outlined. On motion of Councilman O•Flinn, seconded by Councilwoman O'Reeffe, RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby authorize the Town III Administrator to prepare and submit by January 28, 1994 to the County of Westchester a Community Block Grant Application for the following projects: 1. Removal of Architectural Barriers for the Handicapped - Weaver Street Firehouse 2. Playground Improvements - Richbell Road 3. Handicapped Sidewalk Ramps Ayes: Weprin, O'Reeffe, Ryan, O'Flinn, Price 5 January 19, 1994 On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Flinn, RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby authorize the hiring of WBA Group, 175 North Main Street, Branford, Connecticut to serve as consultants on the Richbell Road Playground project at a cost not to exceed $1200; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the agreement with NBA Group be amended to include in the Scope of Work the cost of fencing the entire playground area; and BE IT F'fR, RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Town Administrator to execute the Agreement with 'NBA Group on behalf of the Town. Ayes: Weprin, O'Keeffe, Ryan, ,O•Flinn, Price Nays: None 3. Authorization - Certiorari Settlements The Administrator said that these had already been discussed with George Derderian, our appraisal consultant, who had recommend that we settle. On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Reeffe, it was unanimously, usly, RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the following settlements as recommended by George Derderian, our consultant: 810 Weaver Street, Town of Mamaroneck A. & F. Speiss 1992 Assessment reduced from $23,900 to $18,500 Orients Condos 409 Bleeker Avenue Village of Mamaroneck 1991 Assessment $298,350 reduced to $223,850, reduction $75,500 or 25% 1992 Assessment $300,750 reduced to $240,600, reduction $60,150 or 20% 1993 Assessment $298,350 reduced to $220,000, reduction $78,350 or 26% 930 Mamaroneck Avenue Village of Mamaroneck Barry Horn - owner 1992 Assessment $85,100 reduced to $47,400, reduction $37,700 or 44% 1993 Assessment $85,100 reduced to $47,400, reduction $37,700 or 44% • 6 t January 19, 1994 Michael Capenito 20 North Avenue Village of Iarcbmont 1989 Assessment $86,300 reduced to $64,200, reduction $22,100 or 25.6% 1990 Assessment $86,300 reduced to $55,500, reduction $30,800 or 35% 1993 Assessment $86,300 reduced to $26,050, reduction $60,250 or 70% Carolyn Court Owners, Inc 314 Livingston Avenue Village of Mamaroneck 1989 to 1993 Assessment $94,000 inclusive 1989 reduced to $61,400 reduced by $32,600 or 34% 1990 reduced to $58,300 reduced by $35,700 or 38% 1991 reduced to $61,000 reduced by $33,000 or 35% 1992 reduced to $70,000 reduced by $24,000 or 25% 1992 reduced to $70,000 reduced by $24,000 or 25% Mamaroneck Garden Apts as attached: Mamaroneck Gardens Inc. 102-108 Palmer Avenue, 110-348 Richbell Rd. 408/290 & 918/1 Assessment: $559 , 000 Total ($145, 000 & $414000) This property falls within the Town & Part of the Village of Mamaroneck. There are 13 separate buildings which contain 267 apartment units . The buildings are 21/2 story brick garden type apartments. The condition is fair. The buidings were constructed in 1948 as rental apartments and then converted to cooperatives in 1987 . Due to the age of the units the' rents are restricted by the ETPA guidelines. The rents applied to the units were the highest permited under the guidelines. A vacancy rate of just 1% was used to estimate the effective gross income. From this income expenses were taken from the operating statements of the Cooperative Board for each year under appeal. A net income from the property was then capitalized into value. This value was then applied to the State' Equalization Rate for each year under appeal. The results were then negotiated into the following settlement: 408/290 Year Assessment Reduced Assessment Amount of Reduction 1989 $145, 000 $109 ,200 $ 35, 800 24% 1990 $145, 000 $110, 400 $ 34 ,600 23% 1991 $145, 000 $103, 200 $ 41, 800 28% 1992 $145, 000 $106, 000 $ 39, 000 26% 1993 $145, 000 $106, 000 $ 39, 000 26% Block 918/1 1989 $414, 000 $310, 800 $103, 200 25% 1990 $414, 000 $285, 600 $128,400 31% 1991 $414, 000 $293, 800 $120, 200 29% , 1992 $414, 000 $302, 000 $112, 000 27% 1993 $414,000 $302, 000 $112, 000 27% The Village of Mamaroneck has approved this settlement on the portion of the property which is within the Village boundaries. January 19, 1994 5. Authorization - Agreement - South East Consortium This item was held over 6. Resolution - New York State Retirement System Mr. Altieri explained that the auditors had requested that the Town Board adopt a resolution establishing the number of days worked for certian elected and appointed officials, I would recommend its adoption. On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Reeffe, it was imanbiwiusly • RESOLUTION - REPORT OF DAYS WORKED FOR RETIREMENT PURPOSES WHEREAS . the Office of the State Comptroller . in its Audit Report stated that all elected and appointed officials who are retirement • system members must be reported to the Retirement System with an accurate figure for days worked: NOW. THEREFORE on motion of Councilman . seconded by Councilman , it is RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees establish the schedule of days worked, as indicated below, for retirement service reporting purposes : Total Hours Standard Days Worked ELECTED OFFICIALS Sample Month Hours Used To Be Reported Town Supervisor 120 6 20 . 00 Town Clerk 140 7 20 . 00 Town Justice ' s 36 6 6 . 00 APPOINTED OFFICIALS Assessor 72 6 12 . 00 Town Attorney 72 6 12 . 00 Supt . of Recreation Full Time Employees and Time Reported Town Comptroller to Retirement System through Payroll Process . Town Administrator School Crossing Guards 90 6 15 . 00 8 January 19, 1994 7. Bond Resolutions - Highway Fund This item was also held over 8.. Set Public Hearing date for Garbage District Bond Resolution On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilman Weprin, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby set February 16, 1994 as the date for the public hearing on the bond resolution for the purchase of a garbage truck; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be authorized to publish the notice of public hearing in an official newspaper of the Town. 9. Authorization - WIWW - 1994 Capital Projects After a brief explanation by the Administrator, on motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman O'Flinn, it was unaninnusly, Resolved, that the Town Board does hereby approve the expenditure of $181,400 as its share of the cost to the WJWW 1994 Capital projects. 10. Settlement of Claim Held over 11. Salary Authorizations - Recreation Department - Town Clerk's Office Town Clerk's Deputy appointment held over Recreation On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilman Weprin, it was imam nrusly, RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 1994 budget, authority is given for payment of salary to the following: Tracy Pollack, Alt. Life Guard, Hammocks Pool, $6/hr, effective retroactive to 12/29/93. Wendy IGorotkin, Alt. Skate Guard, Hammocks Ice Rind, $5/hr effective 1/17/94. AD►7OILJP There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:11 pm, on motion duly made and seconded.