HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996_05_15 Town Board Regular Minutes TOWN OF MAMARONECK
TOWN BOARD AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING-Wednesday, May 15, 1996, Town Center Court Room- 8:15 PM
THE TOWN BOARD WILL CONVENE at 7:00 PM into an Executive Session to discuss
contracts and agreements and adjourn into a Work Session at 7:30 PM to discuss the proposed
purchase of a fire ladder truck.
CONVENE REGULAR MEETING
CONVENE EXECUTIVE SESSION
RECESS EXECUTIVE SESSION
CONVENE INTO WORK SESSION
RECESS WORK SESSION
RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ATTENTION-Location of Exits
PUBLIC HEARING: Amendment to Tree Preservation Law
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
1. Fire Claims
2. Other Business
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Appointments-Board of Assessment Review
- Tree Commission
=Library Board
-Recreation Commission
2. Formation- Town Historical Group
3. Adoption-Revised Overnight Parking Exemption Policy
4. Authorization- Temporary Sign-Larchmont Lions Club
5. Report of Bids- Contract TA96-2-Ice Resurfacing Machine
6. Authorization- Transfer of Funds
7. Authorization- Consolidation of Registration Districts
8. Authorization- Sale of Surplus Equipment
9. Authorization- Computer Consultant Agreement
10. Salary Authorizations -Recreation
-Record's Management Clerk
11. Authorization- Settlement of Certioraris
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
SUPERVISOR REPORTS
REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL
Next regularly scheduled meetings-June 5, 1996
-June 19, 1996
Any physically handicapped person needing special assistance in order to attend the meeting
should call the Town Administrator's office at 381-7810.
MAY 15, 1996
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD
OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK AND THE BOARD OF FIRE
COMMISSIONERS HELD ON MAY 15, 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 WORK SESSION
The Board convened into an Executive Session at 7:00 PM in Conference Room A of the
Town Center to discuss contracts and agreements. The Board then convened into a
Work Session to discuss the proposed purchase of a fire ladder truck.
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 8:40
PM, who then pointed out the location of exits.
PUBLIC HEARING -Amendment to the Tree Preservation Law
On motion made and seconded the public hearing was opened. The Town Attorney
explained that the amendment would modify the make-up of the Tree Commission.
The Supervisor asked if anyone wished to speak either in favor of or against the
amendment.
There being no comment, after motion and seconded the hearing was closed.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, the
following law was unanimously adopted:
May 15, 1996
LOCAL LAW NO. 12 - 1996
This Local Law shall be known as "Amendment to Local Law No. 10 of 1985 Tree
Preservation Law".
Section 1. Purpose:
The purpose of this amendment is to modify the make up of the Tree Preservation
Commission.
Section 2. Amendment:
Section 76A-3 shall be amended to read as follows:
A) The Town Board shall create a Tree Preservation Commission which shall
consist of the Environmental Coordinator, Building Inspector, Highway Superintendent
or his designee, and two members of the public with knowledge and expertise in
arboriculture. Each shall serve during his or her term of office in the case of public
officials who are members and each of the two volunteers shall serve for one year terms.
B) In addition to its other duties as provided for in this Local Law, the Tree
Preservation Commission shall advise the Town Board in its selection, purchases,
placement, and planting of trees and shrubs on municipal property and shall maintain an
inventory and management plan for the continued maintenance and improvement of
municipal plantings.
Section 3. Severability:
Should any provision of this Local Law be declared illegal or unconstitutional by a court
of competent jurisdiction, to the extent that the other provisions of this Local Law can be
implemented without such illegal or unconstitutional provisions, such other provisions
shall remain in effect.
Section 4. Effective Date:
This Local Law shall take effect immediately.
Mr. Odierna commented on the ambiguousness of these items on the agenda and it was
difficult to understand what the Board was doing.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Price at 8:25 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:
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Commissioner O'Keeffe presented fire claims for authorization of payment, thereafter
on Commissioner O'Keeffe's motion, seconded by Commissioner Ryan, 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
AAA Emergency Supply Co., $ 875.53
Aligned Right 80.00
Brewers 88.33
Car Quest of Larchmont 69.23
Coyne Textile Service 126.42
Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc., 1845.63
Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 5823.22
J 6—J Barish 169.02
New England Uniform 189.00
Poland Spring 52.45
Senate Electronics 568.00
Sound Shore Pest Control 50.00
Town of Mamaroneck Professional Inc. 330.12
TOTAL $10,266.95
2. Other Business
Commissioner O'Keeffe read the monthly report of the Fire Department:
Nature of Calls:
General 23
Minor 29
Still 00
False 13
Out of Town 02
Monthly Drill 01
TOTAL : 53
Origin of Calls:
Fire Phone 24
Town Police 15
Larchmont Fire Dept. 03
County Control 04
911 03
Other 03
TOTAL: 52
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEN RESPONDING: 530
TOTAL HOURS RESPONDING: 21 hours & 17 minutes
Ernie Odierna said that he and others were disturbed by the change in the sound of the
horn alarm at the fire station.
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Supervisor Price replied that it was not exactly a change in sound, but a change in
pitch; electric company will be coming in to see about altering it.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of
Commissioner O'Keeffe, seconded by Commissioner Wittner, the Commission
unanimously adjourned at 8:52 PM.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Appointments - Board of Assessment Review
-Tree Commission
- Library Board
- Recreation Commission
The Supervisor said that she was pleased to announce and nominate Janet Demasi to
the Board of Assessment Review, she said that Janet has been active in Real Estate for
over 12 years in our community, she also is a member of the League of Women Voters,
a Director for the Emelin Theater, active in raising funds for Student Aid, and much
more.
On her motion, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby appoints Janet
Demasi, 845 Claflin Avenue as a member of the Board of
Assessment Review for a term of five years, commencing
immediately.
TREE COMMISSION
Councilwoman Wittner nominated Irma Volk, who is a former CAC member, and a
member of the Life Center to the Tree Commission, and she also offered the name of
Nancy Sterbenz, who authored the Nature Guide, and that she has a wealth of experience
in identifying trees and shrubs, which is important to help maintain our tree inventory.
Therefore, on Councilwoman Wittner's motion, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby appoint Irma
Volk, 16 Country Club Drive, to the Tree Commission, for a
term of one year, commencing immediately; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that Nancy Sterbenz, be appointed to the Tree
Commission, commencing immediately, and expiring in one
year.
Larchmont Library Board
On motion of Councilman Weprin, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby appoint
David Birch, 67 Edgewood Avenue, as a member of the
Larchmont Library Board, effective immediately, said term
expiring in (five) 5 years.
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Recreation Commission
On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilman Weprin, it was unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby reappoint
Rosemary Dufficy to the Recreation Commission, said term
expiring May 2003.
2. Formation -Town Historical Group
On motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby does hereby appoint the
following members to the Town Historical Group:
Dr. Paula Halpern, Chair
Jane Trenholm
Wilma Bell
Anna Reisman
Jacqueline Friedman
said terms shall commence immediately, and continue at the
pleasure of the Board.
3. Adoption - Revised Overnight Parking Exemption Policy
The Administrator said that at a prior meeting residents of Blossom Terrace expressed
concern about overnight parking on their street. Specifically, the policy that allows for
the police department to grant an overnight parking exemption was reviewed. Attached
is draft of a revised exemption policy approved by the Traffic Committee. Under the new
policy a resident would be granted a maximum of twelve exemptions per year. Each
exemption would be good for three days.
He said that research revealed that there were residents that repeatedly sought an
exemption for overnight parking. In its current draft, the policy would prohibit the abuse.
The abuse of the system was part of the cause for concern on Blossom Terrace. If the
Board decides to adopt the new policy, it is recommended that the effective date be set
back to July 1, 1996 to allow sufficient time to notify residents. We could use the next
Town newsletter to help with resident notification.
Councilwoman O'Keeffe questioned the logic of giving the exemption to the vehicle,
rather then to an individual, saying that each family could have multiple visitors, with
multiple cars and would then be able to get many more exemptions then the stated total.
Mr. Altieri explained that the database would also include the address for which the
exemption was being requested. The Board members discussed modifications, deciding
to adopt this policy, and to carefully monitor problems.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby adopt
the Overnight Parking Exemption Policy as drafted by
the Police Department, a copy of which follows:
OVERNIGHT PARKING EXEMPTIONS
Effective April 5, 1993
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A. Policy
Exemptions to the 3:00-6:00 a.m. parking restriction shall be categorized as either
Anticipated or Emergency, as defined herein.
Anticipated Exemptions apply to those circumstances in which a
reasonable person could have been expected to foresee, within the
previous eight hours, an inability to comply with the overnight parking
restriction. Examples include:
- Overnight Guest
- Conducting Driveway/Sidewalk Repairs
- Municipal/Utility Repair Operations
Emergency Exemptions apply to unforeseeable circumstances wherein
a reasonable person could not have been expected to anticipate an
inability to comply with the overnight parking restriction within the
previous eight hours. Examples include:
-Vehicle Breakdown
- Medical Emergency
Motorists who seek an Anticipated Exemption to the overnight parking ordinance shall
be required to report to the Town of Mamaroneck Police Department and apply, in
advance, for a Temporary Parking Authorization. The motorist must present personal
identification and the registration certificate (or certificate of title) for the vehicle in
question. The police desk officer will;
Record the identifying information of the motorist, vehicle and parking location.
Issue a parking authorization placard which identifies the vehicle,
parking location and date(s) of validity. Such authorization shall be valid
for a period of three (3) nights. *** No one vehicle is to receive more
than twelve (12) three (3) day exemptions in a twelve (12) month period.
***
Motorists who seek an Emergency Exemption to the overnight parking ordinance may
make application to the police desk officer in person or by telephone. The police desk
officer will;
Record the identifying information of the motorist, vehicle and parking location.
(If application made in person) Issue a parking authorization placard
which identifies the vehicle, parking location and date of validity. Such
authorization shall be valid for three (3) nights.
(If application made via telephone) Record the overnight parking
location, advise that such permission is valid for one (1) night, advise
the motorist that all other parking restrictions remain unaffected by
such permission, and notify the appropriate patrol post of the
exemption. The caller must also be advised that permission for
subsequent nights, if continued justification exists, will only be granted
if the caller reports to headquarters in person to secure the appropriate
placard.
***(As approved by the Town of Mamaroneck Traffic Committee on March 9, 1993
and endorsed by the Town Board on March 17, 1993)
B. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Temporary Parking Authorization Placard
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The design of the placard will incorporate the following features:
- Conspicuous in nature when displayed as instructed
- Date, location and license plate information easily readable
-"Control Number" to verify authenticity
- Definitive instructions on display requirements
- Caveat warning that permit not valid during snow removal operations
Conflict with Snow Removal Operations
Temporary Parking Authorizations will not be issued for any reason when municipal
snow removal operations can be reasonably anticipated.
Computerized Listing of Authorizations Issued
The Records Division will be responsible for maintaining a computerized database of
Temporary Parking Authorizations which have been issued. For each authorization the
following information will be recorded:
- Date of validity (as of 3:00 a.m.)
-Applicant's name (last. first)
-Applicant's telephone number
- Registration plate number
- Location where parked
- Control number
Listings will be updated periodically and a printout will be left at the desk which lists all
authorizations issued. The printout will be in two sections; in alphabetical order of
applicant's last name and, in alpha-numeric order by registration plate (license) order.
In addition to the listing, blank forms will be provided at the desk to facilitate the Desk
Officer's recording of new authorizations issued. Such information will be added to
listing on a daily basis by the Records Division.
The recorded information will be collected for analysis by the Traffic Committee at a
future meeting. At such time limitations on the number of exemptions granted during a
defined time period will be considered.
4. Authorization -Temporary Sign - Larchmont Lion Club.
A communication was received from the Building Inspector, William Jakubowski,
regarding a temporary sign for Larchmont Lions Club as follows:
The Larchmont Lions Club will again be conducting a Hole In One
Contest as a fund raiser at the Town's Carpino-Steffens Memorial Park
behind the Hommocks Middle School. In order to publicize this event we
have been requested to allow them the opportunity of placing a double
faced banner at the intersection of Hommocks and Boston Post Roads,
on the corner nearest to Blockbuster Video. Additionally, they request
permission to have a second sign, located at the corner of Palmer
Avenue and Weaver Street, on the landscaped triangular plot nearest to
the old court house. These signs will be the same as used for last years
event, done in a professional manner. They will be erected under the
supervision of the highway department to insure there will be no line of
sight, vehicular or pedestrian traffic obstructions. A sheet has been
attached showing the approximate shape of the signs, listing the sizes
and colors.
The time period requested is for thirty days before the event, to be
erected on or about May 22, 1996 and removed the Monday after, on
June 24th or,if they need to use their rain date of June 29 a 30, 1996 the
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signs would be removed that following Monday. The Building
Department has no objection to the request and the signs conform to
the size limitations under the Sign Law.
On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the
placement of a temporary sign by the Lions Club, for a
period of thirty days, said sign to comply with all size
limitations as defined by Town Law.
5. Report of Bids Contract TA96-2 - Ice Resurfacing Machine
The Administrator said that the bid opening had been held on April 15, 1996, and that
two bids had been opened and read, but that neither had included the required bond
which invalidated the bid. He requested that the Board reject all bids, and he would then
prepare new specifications for this project.
On motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board rejects all bids received
for Contract TA96-2 - Ice Resurfacing Machine, based on the
insufficiency of the documents presented by said bidders;
and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator be authorized to
have new specifications prepared for this project.
The Board decided to discuss the two related items together, therefore, item 9 is out of
order.
6. Authorization -Transfer of Funds - Computer Consultant Agreement
9. Authorization - Computer Consultant Agreement
The Town Administrator explained that the computer systems were first introduced in
1988 and since then we have seen many advances in our ability to store and produce
information. Also, the number of computers used by Town staff has grown along with
the number of software systems used in the various departments. He noted that the
systems can be divided into two major categories; the IBM AS-400 computer serves as
the platform for our largest software system, this software is used for the management
of our financial, assessment, tax, and building department information; the second
category consists of the stand alone personal computers used for smaller applications
such as burglar alarm billing, word processing, and recreation programs.
He said that it is now appropriate to step back and evaluate our status with respect to
our computerization including the review of hardware and software. The evaluation is
also intended to review the security of our information and make certain that
departments are using appropriate backup procedures. The evaluation will lead to the
development of a strategic plan for our future information and computer system
purchases. It will also help us in using our computers for maximum effectiveness.
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Therefore, we have been considering alternative consultants to assist us with the
evaluation described. Besides the evaluation, we have been searching for a consultant
to provide support to the stand alone personal computers and software in those
computers. After reviewing several proposals we are recommending Mr. Yves Leroux, an
information technology consultant in New Rochelle. Mr. Leroux 's background is in user
support and before starting his own consulting firm, he worked at Honeywell/Bull
Computer systems. The proposal submitted by Mr. Leroux sets forth two specific
projects to be completed with the Town Court and the evaluation of the other
departments, including a proposal to provide ongoing support to the Town. The
proposal is being reviewed by counsel for any changes that are necessary.
He added that the special projects and evaluation will cost$11,500, plus an estimated
additional cost for support between $8,000 and $10,000, and that these funds are
appropriated in the 1996 Town budget. He requested authorization to execute an
agreement for computer consultant services with Mr. Yves Leroux.
Following a lengthy discussion, on motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by
Councilwoman Wittner, it was unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
Computer Consultant Agreement with Yves Leroux for
special projects and evaluation in the amount of$11,500,
plus an additional support amount ranging between $8,000
and $10,000; and
BE IT FURTHER, -
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator be authorized to
have execute said agreement on behalf of the Town; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the appropriate funds be transferred to
cover costs of the agreement.
7. Authorization - Consolidation of Registration Districts
After discussion, on motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe,
it was unanimously,
RESOLUTION
CONSOLIDATION OF REGISTRATION DISTRICTS
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby approves and
authorizes the Town Clerk to consolidate voter registration
into three (3) districts: Village of Mamaroneck, Village of
Larchmont and Town of Mamaroneck; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that registration days will be held Thursday,
October 3, 1996 from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM and Saturday,
October 12, 1996 from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Town
Center Court Room, 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck
New York
8. Authorization -Sale of Surplus Equipment
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Mr. Altieri said that these were all old cars and equipment and that the Board was
required to declare them surplus equipment, and authorize their sale.
On motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby declare the
following equipment surplus and authorizes the sale of said
equipment:
Vehicle# Year Make Model/Type Vehicle ID No Est Value
# 64 1989 CHEVY 4DSN 1G1BLS17XKR228006 $ 800
#76 1991 JEEP EAGLE 2E3CB56U4MH811861 $ 2,000
# 87 1993 FORD 4DSN 2FACP71WSPX63572 $ 3,000
# 90 1994 FORD 4DSN 2FALP71W9RX197145 $ 4,000
#158 1981 GMC DUMP 1GDP8C1VXBV563478 $ 1,500
#164 1981 GMC DUMP 1GDP8C1V5BV564974 $ 1,500
#168 1984 GMC PICKUP 2GTCC14HXE1535097 $ 500
#182 1985 Hwy Mod MAT'L SPREADER 75705
#186 1985 DODGE PICKUP 1 B7JD24T4FS700965 $ 500
#202 19?? Swenson MAT'L SPREADER
Two Gravely Push behind Plowing machines $ 50 each
Material Spreaders are to be sold together with the dump trucks they are mounted on.
10. Salary Authorizations - Recreation
- Record's Management Clerk
- Record's Management Clerk
The Town Clerk said it was once again become necessary to replace our record's
management assistant who was working on our microfilming and inactive records.
Jamie Fair has agreed to accept the job at a rate of$9.50 per hour retroactive to May 6,
1996. She will work approximately 20 hours per week.
This salary is being funded totally through the Record's Management Grant that was
received for the 1994-1995 State fiscal year.
On motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize
the salary of$9.50 per hour to Jamie Fair, as records
management clerk, as provided for in the 1994-95 grant
received by the state.
- Recreation
On motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 1996 budget the
Town Board does hereby approve the authorization of
salary to the following:
John B. Waters, Alternate Life Guard, Hommocks Pool, $6.50/hour, effective 5/15/96.
Josh Speed, Alternate Key Attendant, Hommocks Pool, $4.75 1hour, effective 5/10/96.
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Patrick Castellani, Alternate Key Attendant, Hommocks Pool, $6 1hour, effective 5/15196.
Jeremiah Riggans, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, Custodian, $8/hour; Manager, $10/hour,
effective retroactive to 5/8/96
Bobby Lunde, Hommocks Park Ice, Manager, $8/hour, effective retroactive to 5/8/96.
Nancy Sadlier, Tennis Instructor, $20/hour$22/hour, effective retroactive to 5/6196.
Catherine Dee, Tennis Instructor, $16/hour, effective retroactive to 5/6/96.
Greg Adams, Tennis Instructor, $14/hour, effective retroactive to 5/6196.
Emily Farber-Kaiser, Tennis Instructor, $12/hour, effective retroactive to 5/6/96.
Daniel Stahl, Tennis Instructor, $9/hour, effective retroactive to 5/6/96.
Item Added to Agenda at the Meeting
11. Authorization -Settlement of Certiorari
Corrections to Certiorari - 1995 Assessment Changes
The Board received the following communication from George Derderian, Consultant for
Certiorari matters: Dated May 10, 1996
At the last Town Board Meeting on May Ist, the change in the 1995
assessment of the Indian Cove Condominiums was discussed and it
was agreed that because the reduction was approved and not made at
the time a correction would be made. There are two similar situations
that also require action by the Board. These changes are set forth on the
following page.
The Board had also approved settlement reductions on four other
appeals and the 1995 assessments were not reduced. The attorneys for
these properties filed for reductions of the unchanged 1995
assessments. These assessments can be corrected by authorizing the
Town Attorney to sign the stipulations and court orders. The names and
amounts of the reductions are also included on the next page.
On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize
the settlement of Certiorari, as recommended by our
Consultant, George Derderian, as follows:
Reductions of 1995 Assessments
The Board has previously reviewed and approved the reduction of the assessments on
the following properties:
M. F. Kathwari
Clock Tower
2 Madison Avenue
Block 133, Lot 602
Year Assessment Reduced to
1995 $ 152,000 $ 114,000
Amerchol Corp.
628 Waverly Ave.
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Block 826, Lot 61
Year Assessment Reduced to
1995 $ 181,400 $ 118,700
Indian Cove Con
Block 929, Lot 51.1
Year Assessment Reduced to
1995 $ 337,600 $ 237,000
The 1995 Assessments were not reduced and must be corrected by a Correction of
Errors procedure.
The Board also had approved these reductions in assessments on the following
properties:
Reduced
Name Address Block/Lot Assessment Assessment
Greenwich Assoc. 1385 Boston Post Road 411/196.2 $134,100 $70,000
Lavine Realty 1008 Mam'k Ave. 816/70 $100,000 $63,000
Spatz Invest. 503 Ogden Ave. 826/765 $ 34,900 $29,500
Salind Realty 480 Ogden Ave. 8261802.1 $ 32,000 $28,000
These property owners had filed appeals when the 1995 assessments were not changed
according to the agreement. The board therefore can reduce the 1995 assessments by
authorizing the signing of a stipulation.
M.F. Kathwari
2 Madison Avenue
Mamaroneck, New York
Block 133, Lot 602
Assessment: $152,000
Year under appeal: 1994
Year Assessment Reduced to Amount of Reduction
1994 $152,000 $114,000 $38,000 (25%)
This property is located at the northwest corner of Madison Avenue and Myrtle
Boulevard in the Town of Mamaroneck. The land is generally level, containing 16,963
square feet and is improved with a two story masonry office building. It was constructed
in 1930 as a garage and warehouse and is now a converted office building. The building
contains a total of 32,500 square feet and a rentable area of 29,600 square feet. The age
of the structure causes the offices to be somewhat obsolete, however, the property has
been well maintained and is in good physical condition. An appraisal of the property
was provided by the owners which indicates a full value of$1,500,000. The following
reduced assessment indicates an approximate value of$2,280,000.
Amerchol Corporation
628 Waverly Avenue
Village of Mamaroneck
Block 826, Lot 61
Assessment: $181,400
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Year Assessment Reduced to Amount of Reduction
1994 $181,400 $118,700 $62,700 (34%)
This property is located on the south side of Waverly Avenue approximately 150 feet
west of Ogden Avenue in the Village of Mamaroneck. The land is level and generally
rectangular in shape with an area of 1.21 acres. The site is improved with an industrial
warehouse which was built in stages from 1940 to 1961. The construction is steel and
wood framing, brick, concrete block, concrete floors and minimal interior finish except
for a small office area. This property is owner occupied, therefore a market rent was
assigned to the property and capitalized into a full value. A market approach was also
used in arriving at the present value. This type of property has been selling for$45 to
$65 per square foot.. The settlement is based on a full value of$70 per square foot of
building, including the land. This results in the above assessment reduction. The Village
of Mamaroneck has approved this settlement.
Indian Cove Condominiums
Rushmore Avenue
Village of Mamaroneck
92951-1 through 51-13
Total Assessment: $337,600
Year Assessment Reduced to Amount of Reduction
1992 $337,600 $236,300 $101,300 (30%)
1993 $337,600 $236,300 $101,300 (30%)
1994 $337,600 $236,300 $101,300 (30%)
This property consists of 13 townhouse condominiums which were built in 1984. Seven
of the units are waterfront and six are not. The average size of each unit is 2,125 square
feet and each have one boat dock. The units have been well maintained and are in good
condition. The economic, or fair rents were based on that received by investors within
the project. Operating expenses were deducted from the gross estimated income
resulting in a net annual income. This net income was capitalized into a value for the
entire project for each year under appeal. An appraisal was provided which indicated a
reduction in assessments of 42%.
The above changes were agreed to, subject to your approval: The Village of
Mamaroneck has approved this settlement.
La Vine Realty Company
Mamaroneck Avenue
Village of Mamaroneck
816/70
Assessment: $100,000
Years under appeal: 1992, 1993, 1994
Ycar Assessment Reduced to Amount of Reduction
1992 $100,000 $65,700 $34,300 (34%)
1993 $100,000 $62,100 $37,900 (38%)
1994 $100,000 $63,000 $37,000 (37%)
This property consists of approximately 41,000 square feet of land located on the west
side of Mamaroneck Avenue in the Village of Mamaroneck. It is improved with a one and
two story commercial building comprising of retail, office and storage space. The
building was constructed in 1928 and recently remodeled. The gross area of the
structure is 19,337 square feet of which 18,000 square feet is rentable. A review of the
rent roll indicated the major tenants in the building are Calico Corners and Byron
Electric Company, each occupying 6,000 square feet of space. The actual rents and
expenses were analyzed and the estimated market rent was used to capitalize the net
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income into a full value for the property. This value was then applied to the State
Equalization rate for each year under appeal resulting in the above reductions in
assessments.
Greenwich Associates
1385 Boston Post Road
Town of Mamaroneck
Block 411, Lot 196.2
Assessment: $124,100 (1992) $134,100 (1993 & 1994)
Year Assessment Reduced to Amount of Reduction
1992 $124,100 $70,000 $54,100 (43%)
1993 $134,100 $70,000 $64,100 (47%)
1994 $134,100 $70,000 $64,100 (47%)
This property is a two story masonry office building which was built in 1989 for the
purpose of its being sold as condominium office units. It contains 8,449 square feet on
each floor for a total area of 16,898 square feet. Approximately one year after the
building was completed, the property was taken back by the bank due to the lack of any
sales of the units. The present owner of the property, Greenwich Associates occupies
about 75% of the building and rents the remaining 25% to JMW Group Ltd. The lease to
the JMW Group was examined and was found to be the market rent for the leased area.
The area occupied by the owner was assigned a higher rent than that of JMW. The total
income for the building was then capitalized into a full value. To this value the
applicable State Equalization rates were applied for each year under appeal. The 1994
final rate had not been set, therefore the same assessment was agreed to for each year.
They are listed above.
Ayes: Weprin, O'Keeffe, Ryan,
Price
Nay: Wittner
ADJOURNMENT
On motion made and seconded the meeting was adjourned into executive session to
discuss contract negotiations and personnel 10:45 PM.
Patricia A. DiCioccio
Town Clerk
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