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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996_03_06 Town Board Regular Minutes FINAL REVISED TOWN OF MAMARONECK TOWN BOARD AGENDA REGULAR MEETING-Wednesday,March 6, 1996, Town Center Court Room- 8:15 PM THE TOWN BOARD WILL CONVENE at 6:45 PM in a Work Session to discuss the Ambulance District billing policy, pool fees, and the Adult Entertainment Law. CONVENE REGULAR MEETING CONVENE WORK SESSION RECESS WORK SESSION RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ATTENTION-Location of Exits Quarterly Report on Westchester County Government- George Latimer, County Legislator BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS 1. Fire Claims 2. Authorization-Interfund Loan-Firehouse Renovation 3. Other Business AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointment-Planning Board -Anthony Moser -Board of Architectural Review-Lucian Leone 2. Authorization-Rollerdome Agreement 3. Authorization- Alcohol and Drug Testing Contract 4. Set Public Hearing -Fire Hydrant Law-March 20, 1996 -Parking Lots-March 20, 1996 5. Authorization- Insurance Settlement- Coregis Ins. Co. (Mr. Marcon) 6. Salary Authorization-Police Department-John Fox- Anthony Saline-Tom Gisin 7. Change Date of Town Board Meeting-April 2, 1996 8. Resolution- Support County's Efforts to Close Bars at 2:00 AM ORAL COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS-Letter of Commendation-Police Department SUPERVISOR REPORTS REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL Next regularly scheduled meetings-March 20, 1996 -April 3, 1996 Any physically handicapped person needing special assistance in order to attend the meeting should call the Town Administrator's office at 381-7810. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK AND THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS HELD ON MARCH 6, 1996 AT 8:15 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE TOWN CENTER, 740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK, 10543 PRESENT: Supervisor Elaine Price Councilman Paul A. Ryan Councilwoman Valerie M. O'Keeffe Councilman Barry Weprin Councilwoman Phyllis Wittner ALSO PRESENT: Patricia DiCioccio, Town Clerk Steven V. Altieri, Town Administrator Stephen M. Silverberg, Town Attorney CONVENE EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board convened into a Work Session at 6:45 PM in Conference Room A of the Town Center to discuss the Ambulance District billing policy, pool fees, and the Adult Entertainment Law. On motion duly made and seconded the Board adjourned at 8:15 PM to the Court Room to Reconvene the Regular Meeting. CALL TO ORDER The Regular meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Price at 8:20 PM, who pointed out the exits. Quarterly Report on Westchester County Government George Latimer, County Legislator Supervisor Price introduced George Latimer, thanking him for attending the meeting and for keeping us all up to date on County issues. Mr. Latimer thanked her and the other Board members for their continued support and input on issues like the budget. He reported: The County had passed legislation, which takes effect July 1, 1996 that bans smoking in restaurants and bars; the ban would be phased in over a two year period, but there is now an action pending in court to overturn the legislation. The County was again calling for a 2 am bar closing during the week; that it is presently 4 am, that there is an ever increasing number of DWI's & DUI's, that this 1 March 6, 1996 regulated by the State Liquor Authority; and as yet there was no recognized support for the 2 am closing. Financing for the sewer district, and if it was financed by district it would more evenly distribute the cost of upgrading, and there is discussion regarding the formation of a sewer authority. Supervisor Price said that she would like to convey a message to the County, that based on a study done in the 180's, 2.3 million was borrowed to upgrade by the Town and unlike the County we've spent millions on this issue, there has been action by us. Mr. Latimer said that he would make sure that her message was delivered. He added: A reevaluation of the governance of the Medical Center was one of the top priorities of the County. Day care funding, and Medicaid funding had grown to enormous amounts and the State was being pressured to take it over, especially since they mandate so much of the cost. There then was discussion regarding mandates and laws passed that were unfunded and usually passed onto local municipalities, who have the least amount of resources to deal with them. Ernie Odierna offered that privatization of government might be the answer, questioned the information services that was recently in the news, which was to be outsourced. Thereafter, on motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilman Weprin, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby endorse the County of Westchester's efforts to change the hours of closure of bars from 4:00 am to 2:00 am during the week. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Price at 8:45 PM in the Court Room. Present were the following members of the Commission: Commissioner: Elaine Price Commissioner: Paul A. Ryan Commissioner: Valerie M. O'Keeffe Commissioner: Barry Weprin Commissioner: Phyllis Wittner 1. Fire Claims: Commissioner Weprin presented fire claims for authorization of payment , thereafter on his motion, seconded by Commissioner Weprin, it was unanimously: March 6, 1996 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 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. $ 5537.00 J &J Barish 112.56 Larchmont Auto Parts Dist., Inc. 43.05 Metrocom 245.00 Poland Spring 45.45 Pronto Printer 109.00 Senate Electronics 626.50 Sound Shore Pest Control 50.00 Town of Mamaroneck Professional Fire Fighters 220.08 $ 6,988.64 CAPITAL FUND Cucinell Electric Co., Inc. 10,586.74 Cucinell Electric Co., Inc. 3,011.44 $13,598.18 GRAND TOTAL $20,586.82 2. Authorization - Interfund Loan - Firehouse Renovation The Administrator requested authorization to make an interfund loan to the fire district to close out the renovation project; the project was estimated at $2.5 million, but due to required additions, that amount has risen to $2,663,508. He said that he has provided the Commission with a breakdown of all the costs, and that a loan of$124,000 be authorized to provide the additional funds for the project. In reply to a question regarding the overruns, he stated that there were many reasons for the additional cost: the project was completed one month beyond the construction schedule, costing $42,000; during excavation, more unstable soil than was expected had to be dealt with adding $40,000 to the project. On motion of Commissioner O'Keeffe, seconded by Commissioner Ryan, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Board of Fire Commissioners authorizes the interfund loan from general fund in the amount of$124,000 to close out the firehouse project. STATEMENT OF SOURCES AND USES OF FUNDS Sources of Funds Serial Bond Proceeds $2,355,000 CDBG Grant 1 49,000 CDBG Grant 11 15,000 NY State Grant 1 20,000 NY State Grant II 15,520 Application of Fire District Reserves 85,000 March 6, 1996 Total Available Funds $2,539,520 Application of Funds Construction Contracts 1,800,296 General Conditions 121,017 Environmental Compliance 101,998 Architectural Fees 230,361 Site Management/Pre-Construction Mgmt. 288,756 Temporary Building 121,080 Total Funds Expended $2,663,508 Additional Funds Required S 123,988 3. Other Business Commissioner Weprin read the Fire Reports for the months of January and February. NATURE OF CALLS: GENERAL 16 MINOR 19 STILL 00 FALSE 13 OUT OF TOWN 00 MONTHLY DRILL 01 TOTAL: 36 ORIGIN OF CALLS: FIRE PHONE 25 TOWN POLICE 04 LARCHMONT FD. 0 COUNTY CONTROL 01 911 02 Other 03 TOTAL: 35 TOTAL NUMBER OF MEN RESPONDING: 299 TOTAL HOURS RESPONDING: 17 hours NATURE OF CALLS: GENERAL 17 MINOR 40 STILL 00 FALSE 09 OUT OF TOWN 02 MONTHLY DRILL 01 TOTAL: 58 ORIGIN OF CALLS: FIRE PHONE 35 TOWN POLICE 16 LARCHMONT FD. 01 COUNTY CONTROL 01 911 02 Other 03 March 6, 1996 TOTAL: 57 TOTAL NUMBER OF MEN RESPONDING: 659 TOTAL HOURS RESPONDING: 44 hours Ernie Ordiema interrupted to commend the Town for its response to a bad snow storm, and said that he was please to see that snow sticks had been placed by the fire hydrants. Chief Mirabella, thanked him, saying that members from the department had placed the markers. There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the Commission unanimously adjourned at 8:55 PM. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointments - Planning Board - BAR The Supervisor said that she Lucian Leone had offered to serve as a member of the Board of Architectural Review, and that she knew he would do a wonderful job. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Weprin, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby appoint Lucian Leone, to serve as a member of the Board of Architectural Review, said term to begin immediately, and expiring December, 1999. Councilwoman Wittner offered the name of Stephen Moser to serve as a member of the Planning Board. On her motion, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby appoint Stephen Moser, 161 Murray Avenue, as a member of the Planning Board, said term to begin immediately, effective to July, 2002. 2. Authorization - Rollerdome Agreement The Administrator said that this agreement had been reviewed by the Recreation Commission and that they were recommending its approval. March 6, 1996 The Agreement has been reviewed by the Attorney and with minor changes is now ready for authorization by the Board for the purpose of operating an In-Line Hockey and Skating program at the Hommocks Park Ice Rink. On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the agreement with Rollerdome as outlined in the license agreement, and hereby authorize the Town Administrator to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town. 4. Set Public Hearings - Fire Hydrant Law - Parking Lots On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby set the dates for Public Hearings for the Fire Hydrant Law and for the Amendments to the Parking Lot Law for March 20, 1996; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be authorize to public the notice of public hearings in an official newspaper. 5. Authorization - Insurance Settlement - Marcon Mr. Altien said that a claim for damages was filed by Peter Marcon, and that the Town's insurance company, Coregis had settled it for$330, and since our deductible is $1000, approval of payment is necessary. On motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of$330 to Peter Marcon, in full settlement of his claim against the Town as set forth in papers submitted by Coregis Group, the Town insurer in this case. 6. Salary Authorization - Police Department In a communication sent by the Chief of Police, a request was made to authorize the promotion of Sergeant John Fox to Police Lieutenant, filling a vacancy caused by the retirement of Lt. Nardelli. In addition, authorization is requested for the position of Detective for Police Officer Thomas Gisin, which fills a vacancy caused by the promotion of Detective Anthony Saline to the position of Police Sergeant. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, it was unanimously, March 6, 1996 RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the salary of$59,230 to Thomas Gisin, who is being promoted to the position of Detective effective April 1, 1996; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that this Board also approves the promotion and salary authorization of John Fox to Lieutenant at the annual rate of$69,723 effective April 1, 1996. The Supervisor read the following letter into the record: Dear Chief Rivera: I am writing to commend Detective Martin Pfeiffer of your department for the help he gave my mother when she was struck by a car in Manhattan on February 12. Detective Pfeiffer, who was off-duty, was nearby when the accident occurred. He rushed to my mother's aid, assumed control of the scene, comforted her, and rendered first aid during the lengthy delay before ambulances arrived. My mother was seriously injured, but is expected to make a full recovery. From conversations with her, I know how invaluable it was to her to have a calm, caring professional like Detective Pfeiffer nearby during those first difficult minutes after she was hit. I have seen a lot of police work during the last eight and one-half years as an Assistant District Attorney in the New York County District Attorney's Office. The help given to my mother by Detective Pfeiffer was outstanding, and is a credit to your Department. Sincerely, James D. Gibbons One Hogan Place, NY NY The Supervisor added her thanks for Det. Pfeiffer's consideration. ADJOURNMENT On motion made and seconded the meeting was adjourned to Executive Session to discuss personnel. Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk