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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996_10_16 Town Board Regular Minutes FINAL REVISED TOWN OF MAMARONECK TOWN BOARD AGENDA REGULAR MEETING-Wednesday, October 16, 1996-Town Center Court Room- 8:15 PM THE TOWN BOARD WELL CONVENE at 7:00 PM in an Executive Session to discuss personnel and contracts. CONVENE REGULAR MEETING CONVENE EXECUTIVE SESSION RECESS EXECUTIVE SESSION RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ATTENTION-Location of Exits PUBLIC HEARINGS-No Parking Here to Corner-Forest Avenue at Weaver Street - Community Development Block Grant - Sidewalk and Sign Improvements-Boston Post Road -Bond Resolution-Purchase of Refuse Collection Truck PRESENTATION BY GEORGE LATIMER BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS 1. Fire Claims 2. Other Business AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointments-Zoning Board of Appeals-MARTIN -Human Rights Commission- SCWARTZ 2. Submission.of 1997 Tentative Budget 3. Authorization-Lease Agreement -Town Center Building- GIZZO 4. Authorization-Renewal of Employees Assistance Agreement 5. Authorization-Transfer of Funds -Project#92-3 Water District Improvements -Project#94-3 -Highway Department Equipment -Project#94-8 -Hommocks Pool 6. Authorization- Temporary Sign Permit- STOP and SHOP 7. Salary Authorizations-Recreation -Police Department -Building Department -Management and Non-,Union Salaries-NOT ACTED UPON ORAL COMMUNICATIONS WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS SUPERVISOR REPORTS REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL Next regularly scheduled meetings-November 6, 1996 -November 20, 1996 Any physically hap.dicapped person needing special assistance in order to attend the meeting should call MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK AND THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONS HELD ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1996, AT 8:15 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE TOWN CENTER, 740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK CONVENE EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board convened into an Executive Session to discuss personnel and contracts. On motion duly made and seconded the Board adjourned at 8:20 PM to the Court Room to reconvene the regular meeting. CALL TO ATTENTION- Location of Exits The regular meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Price at 8:25 PM who pointed out the location of the exits. PRESENT: Supervisor Elaine Price Councilman Paul A. Ryan Councilwoman Valerie M. O'Keeffe Councilman Barry Weprin Councilwoman Phyllis Wittner ALSO PRESENT: Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator Charlene Indelicato, Town Attorney Carol A. Acocella, Deputy Town Clerk PUBLIC HEARING - No Parking Here to Corner- Forest Avenue at Weaver Street- The Notice of Public Hearing was entered into the record: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a public hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck on October 16, 1996 at 8:15 PM or as soon thereafter as is possible in the Court Room of the Town Center, 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York to consider adoption of a No Parking Here to Corner Law on Forest Avenue. This Purpose of this Local Law would create a no parking zone on the east side of Forest Avenue between Weaver Street and the bridge over the Sheldrake River. On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilman Weprin, the public hearing was opened. The Supervisor then asked Mr. Altieri to explain the purpose of the prohibition. He replied that the reason for prohibiting parking along the east side of Forest Avenue was to ease the bottlenecks that were occurring especially during the winter months. The Supervisor then asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of the law. Linda Harrington, Forest Avenue, stated that it was a good idea and it would make it safer for children crossing the street to Murray Avenue School. The Supervisor then asked if anyone wished to speak against. No one did. The Board members thanked Mrs. Harrington for bringing this situation to their attention and for her concern. On motion duly made and seconded the hearing was closed. It was noted that the signs should be installed in two to three weeks. October 16, 1996 Thereafter, on motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, the following local law was unanimously adopted: LOCAL LAW 17-1996 This local law shall be known as "No Parking Here to Corner on Forest Ave". Section 1. Purpose To restrict parking on Forest Ave. Section 2. No Parking, Here to Corner Parking shall hereafter be prohibited at the following location: a) On the east side of Forest Ave. at its intersection with Weaver St. for a distance of 130 feet north. Section 3. Sign-to be erected Appropriate signs shall be erected: a) On Forest Ave. designating the areas described in Section 2 as a " No Parking Here to Corner" area. Section 4. Severability Should any provision of this Local Law be declared invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such declaration of unconstitutionality or invalidity shall, not affect any other provisions of this local law which may be implemented without the invalid or unconstitutional provision. Section 5- Effective Date This Local Law shall take effect immediately. PUBLIC HEARING - Community Development Block Grant -Sidewalk and Sign Improvements - Boston Post Road The Notice of Public Hearing was entered into the record: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck on October 16, 1996 at 8:15 P.M. or as soon thereafter as is possible in the Court Room of the Town Center, 740 West Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York to consider the submission of an application for the Community Development Block Grant Funds. The Town of Mamaroneck will apply for Community Development Block Grant Funds. The funds will be used to reconstruct sidewalks on the Boston Post Road in the area between Rock Ridge Road and the Mamaroneck Village border. The project's estimated cost is $175,000.00. The hearing was opened on motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner. Mr Altieri explained that this project involves the replacement and improvement of sidewalks along Boston Post Road between IHOP and McDonald's. He said that he was applying for a Community Development Block Grant for this project for 50% of the funding which is standard. The Administrator noted that a survey was being prepared to show residents within that target area what was to be done and also to show how the area will benefit. He requested that a resolution was required adoption in order to authorize him to make the application. He also stated that there was one conflict in the cost estimates; originally $175,000 was estimated now its been raised to a figure between $200,000 and $225,000. 2 October 16, 1996 Supervisor Price stated that this project was part of the 1987 Master Plan which was adopted and studied by both the Town and the Village of Larchmont, and recommendations were made at that time with the Village. The Supervisor asked if anyone wished to speak either for or against this matter. There being no comments, she requested the hearing be closed. On motion by Councilwoman Wittner seconded by Councilman Ryan, the hearing was closed. On motion made by Councilwoman Wittner seconded by Councilman Ryan, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck is applying to the Westchester County Department of Planning for a grant under the United States Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant Program, for a project on Boston Post Road, a site within the jurisdiction of the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator of the Town of Mamaroneck is hereby authorized and directed to file an application for funds from the Westchester County Department of Planning in accordance with the provisions of Title I of the United States Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, and upon approval of said request to enter into and execute a project agreement with the County for such financial assistance to the Town for the Boston Post Road Sidewalk Replacement Program PUBLIC HEARING - Bond Resolution - Purchase of Refuse Collection Truck The hearing was opened by Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe. Mr. Altieri explained the bond would allow for the purchase of a new truck for garbage collection. The Notice of Public Hearing was entered into the record: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, will meet at the Town Center, in Mamaroneck, New York, in said Town, on the 16th day of October, 1996, at 8:15 o'clock P.M., Prevailing Time, for the purpose of conducting a public hearing for the specific object or purpose of paying the cost of the increase and improvement of the facilities of Refuse and Garbage District No. 1 in the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, within said Town, consisting of the purchase of a 1997, 25 yard Mack Collection Truck, including incidental expenses in connection therewith. The maximum estimated cost of the aforesaid increase and improvement of the facilities of the Refuse and Garbage District No. 1 in said Town is $105,000. At said public hearing said Town Board will hear all persons interested in the subject matter thereof. Dated: Mamaroneck, New York October 5, 1996 BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NEW YORK 3 October 16, 1996 By: Patricia A. DiCioccio Town Clerk There being no comment, on motion by Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe the hearing was closed. All voted aye. BOND RESOLUTION DATED October 16, 1996. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $105,000 SERIAL BONDS OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NEW YORK TO PAY THE COST OF THE INCREASE AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE FACILITIES OF REFUSE, AND GARBAGE DISTRICT NO. 1 IN SAID TOWN. WHEREAS, pursuant to the proceedings heretofore duly had and taken in accordance with the provisions of Section 202-b of the Town Law, and more particularly an order dated October 2, 1996, the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, has determined it to be in the public interest to increase and improvement of the facilities of Refuse and Garbage District No. 1 in said Town, at a maximum estimated cost of$105,000; and WHEREAS, said capital project, as proposed, has been determined to be a Type II Action pursuant to the regulations of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation promulgated pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act, which as provided by law will not have a significant effect on the environment; and WHEREAS, it is now desired to authorize the financing of such capital project; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, as follows: . Section 1. For the specific object or purpose of paying the cost of the increase and improvement of the facilities of Refuse and Garbage District No. 1 in the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, consisting of purchase of a 1997 25 yard Mack Collection Truck, including incidental expenses in connection therewith, there are hereby authorized to be issued $105,000 serial bonds of said Town pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 2. It is hereby determined that the maximum estimated cost of said specific object or purpose is $105,000, and that the plan for the financing of the aforesaid specific object or purpose is by the issuance of the $105,000 serial bonds of said Town authorized to be issued pursuant to this bond resolution. Section 3. It is hereby determined that the period of probable usefulness of the aforesaid specific object or purpose is fifteen years, pursuant to subdivision 28 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law. It is hereby further determined that the maximum maturity of the serial bonds herein authorized will exceed five years. Section 4. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the Supervisor, the chief fiscal officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said Supervisor, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 5. The faith and credit of said Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, are hereby irrevocably pledged to the payment of the principal of and interest on such obligations as the same respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such obligations becoming due and payable in such year. 4 October 16, 1996 Section 6. Such bonds shall be in fully registered form and shall be signed in the name of the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, by the manual or facsimile signature of the Supervisor and a facsimile of its corporate seal shall be imprinted or impressed thereon and may be attested by the manual or facsimile signature of the Town Clerk. Section 7. The powers and duties of advertising such bonds for sale, conducting the sale and awarding the bonds, are hereby delegated to the Supervisor, who shall advertise such bonds for sale, conduct the sale, and award the bonds in such manner as he shall deem best for the interests of the Town; provided, however, that in the exercise of these delegated powers, he shall comply fully with the provisions of the Local Finance Law and any order or rule of the State Comptroller applicable to the sale of municipal bonds. The receipt of the Supervisor shall be a full acquittance to the purchaser of such bonds, who shall not be obliged to see to the application of the purchase money. Section 8. All other matters, except as provided herein relating to such bonds, including determining whether to issue such bonds having substantially level or declining annual debt service and all matters related thereto, prescribing whether manual or facsimile signatures shall appear on said bonds, prescribing the method for the recording of ownership of said bonds, appointing the fiscal agent or agents for said bonds, providing for the printing and delivery of said bonds (and if said bonds are to be executed in the name of the Town by the facsimile signature of its Supervisor, providing for the manual countersignature of a fiscal agent or of a designated official of the Town), the date, denominations, maturities and interest payment dates, place or places of payment, and also including the consolidation with other issues, shall be determined by the Supervisor. It is hereby determined that it is to the financial advantage of the Town not to impose and collect from registered owners of such serial bonds any charges for mailing, shipping and insuring bonds transferred or exchanged by t he fiscal agent, and, accordingly, pursuant to paragraph c of Section 70.00 of the Local Finance Law, no such charges shall be so collected by the fiscal agent. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals in addition to those required by section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law, as the Supervisor shall determine. Section 9. The validity -of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only if: 1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said Town is not authorized to expend money, or 2) The provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or 3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution. Section 10. This resolution shall constitute a statement of official intent for purposes of Treasury Regulations Sections 1.150-2. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are, or are reasonably expected to be, reserved, allocated an a long- term basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the permanent funding of the object or purpose described herein. Section 11. This resolution which takes effect immediately shall be published in the THE DAILY TIMES the official newspaper, together with a notice of the Town Clerk in substantially the form provided in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law. At this time the order of agenda was changed. Supervisor Price introduced George Latimer, Westchester County Legislator. Mr. Latimer reported on the following: That Governor Pataki had vetoed the Countywide reassessment law and said that there would be a discussion by the County Board which would take place in the Spring of 1997. 5 October 16, 1996 Sewer District - 10 legislators support the measure and that they were lobbying to try to get at least 12 or more. He said that the County Executive will probably veto the item. It should be be resolved within a month. He spoke on the watershed agreement; approval of$400,000 for the Village of Mamaroneck Regatta project; that the County 1997 budget was to be released after the November 5th election. He gave the following dates and locations of budget meetings: Nov. 19, Home School in Mount Vernon, November 25, Cortland Town Hall, December 9, White Plains. He also said that Saturday, November 2 is Chemical Clean Up Day from 9:00 AM -3:00 PM at Playland; that he will be speaking at Westchester Assn. of Town and City Clerk's meeting on November 21st along with Paul Noto at the invitation of Pat DiCioccio in regard to the Board of Elections; the County Commissioner of Public Safety has authorized a $25,000 reward for the capture of the person responsible for anti-Semitic graffiti in Mamaroneck and that the County Board will also add funds to that. Supervisor Price thanked Mr. Latimer for his report and asked him to take a message back to the County Executive regarding the sales tax issue, stating that those were needed funds and that the impact from the loss by municipalities will be enormous. The Board members all concurred. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting was called to order at 9:10 PM by Commissioner Price. Present were the following: Commissioner Price Commissioner Ryan Commissioner O'Keeffe Commissioner Weprin Commissioner Wittner 1. Fire Claims Commissioner Ryan read the fire claims and his motion, seconded by Commissioner Wittner the claims were unanimously approved as follows: 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., Inc $ 1,438.50 AT &T Wireless 369.28 Brigante Lawnmowers 14.00 Cleaning Systems 230.55 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 87.00 Gall's Inc. 25.77 Gall's Inc. 81.96 Home Fair Camera 62.65 The Faucet Works 388.66 United Water New Rochelle 182.21 IM A-0.6-8 2. Other Business Ernie Ordierna said that at a Gardens Association meeting, members discussed holding a Fair at the fire house. He explained how it would operate and Supervisor told him to talk 6 October 16, 1996 to Chief Mirabella regarding the availability and that the Town Attorney would look into issues such as liability insurance and such. 3. FIRE REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF September 1996 The following report outlines responses to calls made during the month of September 1996. The repoir summarizes the nature and origin of the calls,the number of men responding and the total time spent at fire calls. NATURE OF CALLS: GENERAL 11 MINOR 15 STILL 00 FALSE 08 OUT OF TOWN 00 MONTHLY DRILL 01 TOTAL: 27 ORIGIN OF CALLS: FIRE PHONE 10 TOWN POLICE 06 LARCHMONT FD. 04 COUNTY CONTROL 00 911 03 Other 03 TOTAL: 26 TOTAL NUMBER OF MEN RESPONDING 227 TOTAL HOURS RESPONDING: 12 hours and 39 minutes There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Commissioner O'Keeffe, seconded by Commissioner Wittner, the Commission unanimously adjourned. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointments -Zoning Board of Appeal - Human Rights Commission -Zoning Board of Appeal On motion by Supervisor Price, second on motion of Councilwoman O'Flinn, seconded by Councilman Weprin, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby appoint Jillian A. Martin, 70 Echo Lane, to fill an unexpired term, on the Zoning Board of Appeals the term is to commence immediately and expire February 29, 2000. Human Rights Commission On motion by Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby appoint James Schwartz, 16 Carriage House Lane, to fill a term 7 October 16, 1996 on the Human Rights Commission , the term is to commence immediately and expire May 1999. Supervisor Price said that there are still more members are needed for the Human Rights Comm, if anyone wishes to serve please send in their resumes. Councilwoman Wittner asked if the Town requires Zoning and Planning Board members to be trained. The Supervisor replied that it was, training was given in White Plains, and July Gallent, Zoning and Planning attorney was putting together a packet for members. The Supervisor reported that a joint meeting of the Human Rights Commission with the ACLU relating to bias crime would be held in White Plains on Tuesday, October 29. 2. Submission of 1997 Tentative Budget Mr. Altieri submitted to the Board members and Clerk 1997 tentative budget. He said that the overall budget as submitted was for a total of$18.1 million, an increase of$463,000 over last year. He went on to explain that most revenue figures have increased adding that there had been a negative impact on taxes and assessments because of the increasing number of certiorari that are being filed. 3. Authorization - Lease Agreement-Town Center building The Administrator explained that presently John Perone lease spaced on the third floor, and since John Perone has now been appointed to Judge, his partner Pasqual Gizzo, who also occupied space on the third floor, would like to continue renting the space. Mr. Altieri recommended approval of lease agreement. On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the Town Administrator to execute the lease agreement heretofore in the name of John Perone to Pasqaul Gizzo, for rental space on the third floor of the Town Center. 4. Authorization - Renewal of Employees Assistance Agreement The Administrator said that this contract with the County enables the Town to offer drug and alcohol counseling and rehabilitation at a yearly cost of$25 per employee per year. The cost has not increase and it has been appropriated for in the personnel budget. He explained that the program offers to employees conselling for problems such as family difficulties, drugs, alcohol, and debt. Confidentiality is upheld always and the program may be either recommended by a Supervisor or the employee themselves can contact them. He recommended that the Town continue its agreement in the Employee Assistance Program. On motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the Town Administrator to execute said agreement with the County for continuance in the Employee Assistance Agreement at a cost of$25 per employee. 5. Authorization -Transfer of Funds - Project#92-3 -Water District Improvements - Project#94-3 - Highway Department Equipment 8 October 16, 1996 - Project#94-8 - Hommocks Pool Improvements Project#92-3 -Water District Improvement- Rye Lake The Administrator said that authorization is required to transfers funds in the amount of $15,000 from the unreserved funds of the water district for the above project. The funds will offset the additional amount required to complete the payment to contractors for this project. On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the Town Administrator to implement the transfers of funds in the amount of$15,000 from the unreserved funds of the water district to the Water District Improvement- Rye Lake Project. Project#94-3 -Highway Department Equipment Mr. Altieri said that the Town has received a State Grant in the amount of$35,000 toward the purchase of a new sewer jet cleaner. Recently, the final installment of the grant was received and therefore the capital project must be increased by $26,250 to reflect the grant payment. He said that a resolution of the Board is required to authorize the increase in the project amount. On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the transfers funds in the amount of$26,250 for Capital Project #94-3 which is for the purchase of a sewer jet cleaner. Project#94-8 - Hommocks Pool Improvements The Administrator said that in 1995 when the Town Board sold the property on Gatehouse Lane, the proceeds exceeded the original estimate for the sale. Excess revenue was available and the Board made the decision to apply the funds toward the pool project. Construction has now begun at the pool and soon we will be making payments to the contractor. Authorization is therefore requested to transfer funds of$100,000 from the unreserved funds of the General Town to capital project#94-8. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Weprin, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the transfers of funds in the amount of$100,000 from the unreserved funds of the General Town to capital project #94-8 - Hommocks Pool Improvements. 6. Authorization -Temporary Sign Permit -Stop and Shop Supervisor Price explained that Edwards was closing on Saturday, October 19 at 6:00 PM and will reopen as Stop and Shop on Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 AM. They were requesting a temporary sign to announce the change. Supervisor noted that the applicant was not present nor was anyone here to represent the applicant. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was unanimously, 9 October 16, 1996 RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the temporary sign at Stop and Shop (formerly Edwards) for a period not to exceed 15 days. Councilwoman O'Keeffe commented that should the applicant need to renew or extend the the permit they should be required to appear in person. 7. Salary Authorizations - Recreation On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that as provided for in the Town budget for 1996, the Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to the following: Richard Rella, Director, Open House Program, $45/session, effective 10/11/95. Gail Guarneri, Open House Program, $35/Session, effective 10/11/96. Jim Grieco, Open House Program, $35/Session, effective 10/11/96. Dean Reben, Alternate, Open House Program, $45/Session, effective 10/11/96. Gail Guarneri, Teen Center, $35/session, effective 10 18/96. Jim Grieco, Teen Center' $35 session, effective 10/18 96. Gina Tunno, Teen Center, $35/Ssession, effective 10/18 96. Melissa Tunno, Teen Center, $35/session, effective 10 18196. Kathleen Bird-loris, Skating instructor, Hommocks Ice Rink, $16/class, effective 10/15196. Nicholas Tunno, Alternate Skate Room Attendant, Hommocks Ice Rink, $5/hour, effective 10/14/96. Giovanni Formaro, First Aid Attendant, $7/hour, effective 10/14/96. Peter Braverman, Key Attendant, Hommocks Pool, $5/hour, effective 10/16/96. Rodrigo Loza, Llfe Guard, $6.75 1hour, effective retroactive 9/24/96. - Building Dept. Mr. Altieri said that authorization was being requested to hire a part-time code enforcment officer in the Building Department. He said that for some time the Town has been considering the hiring of a code enforcement officer to enforce certain laws of the Town. Specifically the code enforcement officer would enforce our solid waste and recycling law, property and lot maintenance code, sign ordinance and other similar laws. In addition the officer would assist with some construction inspections. The officer would work 15 to 20 hours per week including some weekends. The rate of pay for the position would $10.00 per hour and funds are appropriated in the Building Department budget for this purpose. We have selected Mr. Richard Tortorella for the position. He is a longtime resident that knows the Town well. His experience as a contractor and a past fire chief Will also be valuable to the Town for this position. On motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was unanimously, RESOLVED, that as provided for in the Town budget for 1996, the Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to Richard Tortorella, for his services as a part-time (15 to 20 hours per week) code enforcement officer at$10 per hour. - Police Department-Crossing Guard Then, on motion of Councilman Weprin, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was unanimously, 10 October 16, 1996 RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary for the hiring of one extra school crossing guard at the same prevailing per diem rate of pay now paid for that position. - Management and Non-Union Salaries This matter was tabled until the next meeting. Supervisor Reports Supervisor Price urged anyone interested in the erosion of property taxes, and issue of reevaluation on the assessments of property should write to their state legislators. Ernie Odierna said that there were a lot of leaves all over Town. The Board discussed keeping the leaves out of the Duck Pond by putting up screening. Supervisor Price said that she did not think screening would not work and we have a mess, adding that the Pond has to be dredged, and we neeed to find place to dump dredged materials. ADJOURNMENT On motion by Councilman Weprin, second by Councilman Ryan, the meeting was closed at 10:05 PM. Carol A. Acocella, Deputy Town Clerk C:\MSOFFICEIWINWORD1Minutes\96MINF110-16-96.doc 11