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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994_10_19 Town Board Regular Minutes TOWN OF MAMARONECK TOWN BOARD AGENDA REGULAR MEETING- Wednesday, October 19, 1994—Town Center Court Room- 8:15 PM THE TOWN BOARD WILL CONVENE AT 7:00 PM into an Executive Session in Conference Room A to discuss personnel and then adjourn at 7:30 PM into a Work Session to discuss Memorial the Gardens Lake and ETPA. CONVENE REGULAR MEETING RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURN EXECUTIVE SESSION CONVENE INTO WORK SESSION RECESS WORKSESSION RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ATTENTION-Location of Exits PRESENTATION - Lee H. Bloom—United Nations Week 50th Anniversary Plans - Don Emilio's Hacienda Restaurant— 10th Anniversary ORAL COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS REPORTS OF THE SUPERVISOR REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL APPROVAL OF MINUTES—February and March, 1994 BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS 1. Fire Claims 2. Request of Resident—Firehouse Project 3. Other Business AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointment—Larchmont/Mamaroneck Cable TV Board of Control 2. Submission— 1995 Tentative Town Budget 3. Authorization—Easement Agreement—Westchester County 4. Authorization-EAP Agreement— 1994 5. Authorization—Settlement of Insurance Claim 6. Authorization—Westchester Joint Water Works—Replacement of Winged Foot Tank 7. Salary Authorization - Recreation - Comptroller's Office—Part Time Clerk Next regularly scheduled meetings -November 2, 1994 -November 16, 1994 TOWN OF MAMARONECK TOWN BOARD AGENDA REGULAR MEETING -Wednesday, October 19, 1994, Town Center-Court Room -8:15 PM THE TOWN BOARD WILL CONVENE at 7:00 PM into an Executive Session in Conference Room A to discuss personnel and then adjourn into a Work Session at 7:30 PM to discuss the Gardens Lake and ETPA. CONVENE REGULAR MEETING RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURN EXECUTIVE SESSION CONVENE WORK SESSION RECESS WORK SESSION RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ATTENTION - Location of Exits PRESENTATION - United Nations Week 50th Anniversary Plans - Don Emilio's Hacienda Restaurant- 10th Anniverary ORAL COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS SUPERVISOR REPORTS REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL APPROVAL OF MINUTES - February and March, 1994 BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS 1. Fire Claims 2. Request of Resident - Firehouse Project 3. Other Business AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointment- Larchmont/Mamaroneck Cable TV Board of Control 2. Submission - 1995 Tentative Town Budget 3. Authorization - Easement Agreement -Westchester County 4. Authorization - EAP Agreement - 1994 5. Authorization - Settlement of Insurance Claim 6. Authorization -Westchester Joint Water Works - Replacement of Winged Foot Tank 7. Salary Authorizations - Recreation -Comptroller's Office - Part Time Clerk Next regularly scheduled meetings - November 2, 1994 - November 16, 1994 REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD AND THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 1994 AT 8:15 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE TOWN CENTER, 740 W BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NY PRESENT: Supervisor: Elaine Price Councilwoman: Kathleen Tracy O'Flinn Councilman: Paul A. Ryan Councilwoman: Valerie M. O'Keeffe Councilman: Barry Weprin Also Present: Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator Steven M. Silverberg, Town Attorney CONVENE REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Price at 7:00 p.m., at which time on a motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was unanimously declared adjourned into an Executive Session to discuss personnel. At 7:30 p.m. the Board recessed in a Work Session in Conference Room A to discuss Gardens Lake and ETPA. RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Price at 8:20 p.m. CALL TO ATTENTION Supervisor Price pointed out to those assembled the locations of exits as required by law for public gatherings. PRESENTATION - United Nations Week-50th Anniversary Plans Don Emilio's Hacienda Restaurant- 10th Anniversary Lee Bloom, a former Town Councilman, outlined the importance of the United Nations and the work they do in bringing all people together, and having a goal that calls on clashing entities to work for peaceful settlement when a conflict arises. He added that the U.N. has come even more into focus because of the momentous events that have happened these past few years: the Fall of the Berlin Wall; the fall of communism in Russia, and the Mid-East conflicts, all of which the UN has played a major role. Mr. Bloom told the Supervisor that she, and the Mayor of the Village of Larchmont were being named Honorary Chairs to help promote the planning of events to celebrate and promote the United Nations 50th Anniversary. October 19, 1994 Supervisor Price thanked him and reminded everyone that this year has been designated as the Year of the Family, and that there was about four to six churches, including Larchmont Avenue Church, that have become involved in projects dealing with families. She said that at her Church, the author of'Original Kin' would be speaking. The Supervisor then read a Proclamation in commemoration of the United Nations. (Attached at end of minutes) Don Emilio's Hacienda Restaurant The Supervisor introduced Greta and Don Emilio, who own and operate the restaurant that all of us have enjoyed dining at these past ten years. Mr. Emilio thanked everyone, and told them how proud he was to be receiving this honor, and that it had been a dream of his since he was very young to own a restaurant. The Supervisor then presented him with a plaque, congratulating him on his success in our business district for ten years. He again thanked everyone. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Price at 8:45 p.m. in the Court Room. Present were the following members of the Commission: Commissioner: Elaine Price Commissioner: Kathleen Tracy O'Flinn Commissioner: Paul A. Ryan Commissioner: Valerie M. O'Keeffe Commissioner: Barry Weprin 1. Fire Claims Commissioner O'Keeffe, presented fire claims for authorization of payment and on her motion, seconded by Commissioner O'Flinn 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 Comptroller's Office: OPERATING FUND (Table A) AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc.. $ 148.50 AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc.. 16.75 AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc.. 7041.60 Brigante Lawnmowers 7.50 Michael E. Doherty 295.00 Everson Ross 227.00 Hill Signs 66.75 Dr. Thomas Landau 665.00 Larchmont Auto Parts 273.13 Poland Springs 25.28 Pronto Printer 184.00 Roberts 192.92 Senate Electronics 67.50 Sound Shore Pest Control 160.50 Sound Shore Pest Control 40.00 2 October 19, 1994 Sound Shore Pest Control 40.00 Town of Mamaroneck Prof 220.08 Town of Mamaroneck Prof 220.08 Town of Mamaroneck Prof 220.08 Unitech Electronics 96.94 Unitech Electronics 27.50 Valhar Chemicals 379.70 Vincents Garage 19.00 Vincents Garage 960.77 TOTAL B $11,595.58 CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND (Table B) AT &T $ 6.62 Call A Head Corp. 75.00 JP McHale Pest Management 175.00 NYNEX 181.21 NYNEX 65.84 Richard Spinelli 400.00 Tartaglione Consultants Inc. 396.00 Tartaglione Consultants Inc. 105.48 Tartaglione Consultants Inc. 13826.67 Williams/Scotsman 99.00 TOTAL B $15,330.82 TOTAL Table A& B II TOTAL A $11,595.58 TOTAL B $15.330.82 GRAND TOTAL $26,926.40 2. Other Business Supervisor Price explained that Amy Nathan, who lived on Edgewood Avenue near the firehouse, had contacted me regarding producing a children's book about construction. She then introduced Amy Nathan, and asked her to tell us what she planned to do. Ms. Nathan thanked her and the Board for their consideration. She then specified that she would like to film at the excavation site, when there are backhoes, dump trucks and big construction equipment there. Ms. Nathan indicated that she was made aware of the liability concerns, so she had made arrangements to get indemnification insurance; and that while she is on the site she will comply with any safety instructions that the Site Manager should request. Supervisor Price informed her that the fire council would also have to approve her request. Mr. Silverberg recommended that in order to ensure that the Town not be held responsible in case of injury that Ms. Nathan should have a hold harmless clause included into the indemnification agreement. On motion of Councilman Weprin, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Commission hereby approves the request made by Amy Nathan, Edgewood Avenue, to film at the firehouse renovation site; and 3 October 19, 1994 BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that this approval is contingent upon the Fire Council also approving this request, and that Ms. Nathan obtain indemnification Insurance, that specifies that the Town of Mamaroneck will be held harmless in the event of any injury; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that when Ms. Nathan is at the construction site she shall comply with all safety measures that the Construction Manager recommends, including wearing any safety equipment he deems necessary and that she only film where the Manager allows. There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Councilman Weprin, seconded by Councilman Ryan, the Commission unanimously adjourned at 9:05 PM. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointments - Larchmont/Mamaroneck Cable TV Board of Control Councilman Ryan asked that this item be held over to the next meeting because he had not had the opportunity to speak to the appointees regarding their willingness to be reappointed. 2. 1995 Tentative Town Budget The Town Clerk officially submitted the 1995 Town Budget to the Supervisor and Town Board members as required by law. The Town Administration, who also serves as the Budget Officer, outlined the procedures required by state statute regarding the review of, public hearing on, and adoption of the budget. He said that each year brings increasing difficulty in preparing this document, as the Town government faces residents who expect and seek a high level of municipal service, while they also voice their concern about the property tax levels. Mr. Altieri said that decisions would have to be made by the elected officials regarding the role our government plays in assuring the desired quality of life issues. He said that surveys eliciting opinions from residents regarding services seemed to indicate a consensus that they do want these services. He said that one of the avenues that is being explored is for us to generate more non-tax revenues, but should those revenues not appear, how do you then finance the deficit. The Administrator then stated that under this budget proposal, the following tax rates would be applied: Town-Wide $12.10 per thousand of assessed valuation Unincorporated Area $ .90 per thousand of assessed valuation Ambulance District $145.20 per thousand of assessed valuation. 4 October 19, 1994 He noted that a resident in either Village would pay an average property tax of$260.00 per year in Town &Ambulance District taxes, based on a $20,000 assessed property valuation, which is an average. And he added that residents in.the Unincorporated Area of the Town would pay approximately$2,904 in Town taxes. Mr. Altieri outlined the costs and revenues anticipated for the following: contractual expenses, personnel, debt service, capital projects, which reflects the costs for equipment, highway improvements, water system improvements, etc. John Perone, Prospect Avenue, suggested that the budget be available prior to this meeting so that residents would be able to review it along with the Board. He asked if he was correct in his calculations that there was to be a tax increase to town residents and a decrease to Village residents. The Administrator replied that he was correct, that residents of the Town would increase and the Villages would see decrease, and that the budget was not going to be reviewed tonight, but it was only for submission. He said that a budget calendar has been prepared that would be posted, those meetings are all open to the public. The Supervisor said that there would be at least nine scheduled meetings and probably more should the need arise. She then read the budget calendar dates and times and said the calendar would be posted and invited the public to join the Board in reviewing and revising the budget document. Budget Calendar: October 19th Presentation of Tentative Budget October 26th 7:30 PM Public Work Session -- Operating Departments Police Department Fire Department November 3rd 7:30 PM Public Work Session - Operating Departments Highway Department November 9th 6:30 PM Recreation Department Public Work Session -Outside Agencies Larchmont Mamaroneck Summer Theater Emelin Theater Youth Employment Service Children's Corner November 17th 7:30 PM Public Work Session -Outside Agencies Community Counseling Service Co-op Camp Community Action Program L.I.F.E. Center November 19th 9:00 am Public Work Session -Capital Budget November 21st 7:30 PM Public Work Session - Final Review Prior to Hearing December 7th 8:15 PM Public Hearing on the Budget December 20th 8:15 PM 1995 Budget Adoption 5 October 19, 1994 There was then a lengthy dialogue regarding the budget and the following people made comment: Lee Bloom Ernie Odeima Judy Sikes John Perone ADDED ITEM Set Date for Public Hearing - Extension of Moratorium on Placement of Cellular Antennas The Town Attorney suggested that the Town Board schedule a public hearing to extend the moratorium on cellular antennas. He said that it would be necessary to send a notice of the moratorium to both and Town Planning Board and the County Planning Department for comment. On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, it was unanimously: RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby set the date for the Public Hearing to be held on November 16, 1994 at 8:15 PM on the extension of the moratorium for the placement of cellular antennas; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to publish the Notice of Public Hearing in an officially designated Town Newspaper. Lead Agency Designation Extension of Moratorium on the Placement of Cellular Antennas On motion of Councilman Weprin, seconded by Councilwoman O'Flinn, it was unanimously: RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby designate itself as Lead Agency in this action; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the this be declared an Unlisted Action, and that the Short Environmental Assessment Form as well as the proposed extension of the moratorium be sent to the County Planning Department, the Town Planning Board, and all necessary agencies. 3. Authorization - Easement Agreement - Westchester County The Administrator said the County was requesting two easements for a sanitary sewer line that is currently located in the Premium Conservation area. He said that the County had installed the sewer interceptor line during the 1940's but that an easement agreement had never been executed. He noted that counsel had reviewed the agreement. 6 October 19, 1994 On motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman O'Flinn, it was unanimously: RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the two easement Agreements with the County of Westchester to enable them to access the sanitary sewer lines that had been installed during the 1940's; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the easements are granted for property designated as Section 5, Block 506, part of lot 325 on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck; and for an easement on property known as Premium River, west end of Oak Avenue, appearing on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck, and the Village of Larchmont; and BE IT FURTHER, - RESOLVED, that the Town Supervisor is hereby designated to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town. 4. Authorization - Employee Assistant Program (EAP) Contract Renewal The Administrator said that authorization was necessary for the execution of an agreement between the Town and the County of Westchester for our continued inclusion in the Employee Assistance Program. He outlined that the cost incurred would be $25 per employee per year, and we had 113 Town employees for a total expenditure of$2,825 for the year. In response to a question regarding what the program provided, the Administrator answered that the purpose was to provide consultation and counseling to any of our employees who may be experiencing work related or personal problems caused by alcohol, drugs, or financial difficulties. Thereafter, On Motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby authorize the agreement between the Town and the County of Westchester that outlines the services to be provided for in the Employee Assistance Program; BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby designated to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town. 5. Authorization - Settlement of Insurance Claim This item was tabled until the next meeting of the Town Board 7 October 19, 1994 6. Authorization - WJWW - Replacement of Water Tank Winged Foot Golf Club The Administrator said that John Hock had informed him that based upon actual bids received for the replacement of the water tank at Winged Foot, it would be necessary to increase the original estimate for replacement. The Administrator said that the original approved amount was $286,700, and the additional amount requested was $37,800 for a total of$324,500. The Board asked questions regarding the original versus the actual costs, and why the deviation. On motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby approve an increase of$37,800 in funds for Westchester Joint Water Works Project A-1065, Replacement of Winged Foot Water Tank, whereby the total Town Share of the project is $324,500. 7. Salary Authorizations -Comptroller's Office Recreation Department The authorization for the Comptroller's Office was deferred to the next meeting. Recreation Department On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Flinn, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 1994 Town Budget, authority is hereby granted for the payment of salary to the following: Peter Viola, Open House Program, $35/session, effective 10/14/94. Tom Roberts, Swim Instructor, $18/hour, retroactive to 10/7/94. Dan O'Keefe, Swim Instructor, change in salary to $16.50/hour, retroactive to 10/7/94. Anabelle Roman, Alternate Life Guard, Hommocks Pool, $6.75/hour, effective 10/14,/94, Luis Robelo, Lifeguard, Hommocks Pool, $7/hour, effective 10/14/94. Wendy Korotkin, Alt Skate Guard, Hommocks Ice.Rink, $5.50/hour, retroactive to 10/10/94. Added Item 8. Premium Marsh Dredging (no paperwork) The Administrator reported that bids had been received for the Premium Marsh Dredging Project, and that authorization to award the bid would be necessary by the Town Board. A brief discussion ensued, and then on motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman O'Flinn, it was unanimously: 8 October 19, 1994 RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the awarding of contract to the lowest responsible bidder for the dredging of the Premium Marsh. SUPERVISOR REPORTS The Supervisor requested Councilman Weprin, who had brought up the subject of noise, to work with the Town Attorney to revise our noise ordinance. She then requested Councilwoman O'Keeffe to meet with the Town Administrator and Building Inspector and work out the placement of a Community Bulletin Board. REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL Councilman Ryan reported that the concession stand at the Ice Rink would be opening on October 26, and that there would be a Grand Opening event somewhere around Halloween. ADJOURNMENT The Supervisor asked that this meeting be adjourned in memory Matt Greenburg and Holly, who had both passed away this week. On motion duly made and seconded the adjournment at 11:05 PM was made in their memory. Submitted by, 1 Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk C:1M SOffi ce\W i nwo rd\new\94\94Now110-94\10-19-94.I ast.doe • 9 October 19, 1994 P R O C L A M A T I O N WiTIZUMCIRINCIFICCUMWeiiargagrineenteierfaifiteaKeiliatilietibtriEMENIEN United Nations Week III 11 il WHEREAS, the United Nations was founded in 1945, and the anniversary of its founding is observed each year on October 24; and the 11 WHEREAS, fiftieth anniversary of the United Nations will be October 24, 1995; and WHEREAS, the work of the United Nations has a direct impact on the people of the United States and all the world's Pn les directly affecting their security, health, economic well-being, and enjoyment of basic freedoms; and li WAS, the immense challenges facing the United Nations require squire il 11 p ublic support of the goals of the United Nations Charter; and ,-: AVM i ,, WHEREAS, the U.N. Secretaryeral and the General Assembly have called upon all peoples to, observe the organization's fiftieth anniversary a d in "the United States the United Nations Association :of the- 'USA and many other citizens organizations are marking tli, , ,,'anniversary. NOW --; _ 7\ , THEREFORE BE IT �`�,` ��,�:�;��° RESOLVED that%I"Elaine Price, Supervisor, and the members of the Town°Council of the Town of Mamaroneck do hereby proclaim Monday, October 24, 1994 as' il tts 1 , UNITED NATIONS DAY)}} i J and the beiu giung of the U�N: Fiftieth Anniversary /1 .:� . Observance in the ,Town of Mamaronneckk.. 11 IN WITNESS WHEREDF,-have hereunto "set my hand and caused the seal of the Town of Mamaroneck to be affixed this 19th day of liOctober 1994. ' _..X-kK j\ks1_, \//,_ i 1 - ( (ji,u12- a 0 Elaine Price, Supervisqx ,6,10 < - A.z ii 1/ ' -thleen Tracy O'F1' . , Councilwoman Paul A. 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