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TOWN OF MAMARONECK
TOWN BOARD AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING -Wednesday, February 24, 1999 -Town Center Court Room - 8:30 PM
RECEPTION -7:00 PM FOR OUTGOING SUPERVISOR ELAINE PRICE
THE TOWN BOARD WILL CONVENE REGULAR MEETING -8:30 PM
Appointment of Town Board member
CALL TO ATTENTION - Location of Exits
PUBLIC-HEARING -Amendment to Erosion and Sediment Control Law (The purpose of this
amendment is to clearly delineate the person or persons required on the signature block of a
proposed erosion control plan.)
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
1. Fire Claims
2. Other Business
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Reappointment- Zoning Board
2. Appointment-Ambulance Board
3. Tree Removal Application - 6 Salem Drive
4. Report of Bids - Contract TA99-2 - Used Payloader
5. Salary Authorization - Recreation
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES -January 6, 1999
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
SUPERVISOR REPORTS
REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL
Next regularly scheduled meetings - March 3, 1999
- March 17, 1999
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 FEBRUARY 24, 1999 AT 8:15 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF
THE TOWN CENTER, 740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK,
NEW YORK
RECEPTION at 7:00 PM for outgoing Supervisor Elaine Price who was appointed to the
position of Westchester County Director of the Consumer Protection Agency effective
March 1, 1999.
Supervisor Price received proclamations and thanks from Mayor Lanza, Village of
Mamaroneck, Mayor Lewy, Village of Larchmont, State Senator Suzi Oppenheimer and
many others.
Deputy Supervisor Paul Ryan read the following proclamation from the Town:
PROCLAMATION
ELAINE PRICE
WHEREAS, Supervisor Elaine Price has unselfishly devoted her time, energy and
efforts in the betterment of our community and its citizens; and
WHEREAS, Town and Village residents recognized her value and elected her as
Councilwoman in 1988 through 1993 and Supervisor from 1994 to 1999; and
WHEREAS, Elaine has made significant contributions to Town government
initiatives such as being the Westchester County Executive's point person with the
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation for Sewer and
Infrastructure Repairs, Westchester County Municipal Officials Association-Head
of Task Force for Sewer and Infrastructure, County Executive's Appointee to
Westchester County Advisory Board-Non-Point Source Pollution; Westchester
County Affordable Housing Panel; and
WHEREAS, she initiated the Hommocks Pool Complex, assisted in creating the Tri-
municipal Human Rights Commission; developed the Hommocks Park Apartments,
detailed legislation and environmental oversight for creation of the Town of
Mamaroneck Recreation Zone for Winged Foot and Bonnie Briar Golf courses,
spearheaded zoning legislation for the Town Business District, re-
-zoning of Country Club properties, oversight of the Town of Mamaroneck
renovation of the Weaver Street Fire House, initiated planning studies for the Myrtle
Boulevard/Madison Avenue; and
WHEREAS, during her twelve (12) year commitment as Councilwoman and then as
Supervisor of the entire Town of Mamaroneck, Elaine Price has distinguished
herself by her dedication and hard work in a variety of other ways to maintain the
quality of life and to preserve and enhance the Town of Mamaroneck's natural and
man-made assets.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Council of the Town of Mamaroneck on behalf of its
citizens, hereby proclaim Wednesday, February 24, 1999 as
ELAINE PRICE DAY
throughout the Town of Mamaroneck and urge all residents to join with us to
honor, recognize and thank Elaine for her many years of dedication and wish her
well in her new position as Director of Consumer Protection.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF;
I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Town of Mamaroneck to
be affixed this 24th day of February 1999.
February 24, 1999
PRESENT:
Supervisor Elaine Price
Councilwoman Valerie M. O'Keeffe
Councilman Barry Weprin
Councilwoman Phyllis Wittner
ALSO PRESENT:
Patricia DiCioccio, Town Clerk
Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator
Charlene Indelicato, Town Attorney
The Town Clerk reported that she had received the resignation of Paul A. Ryan as
Councilman, effective February 23, 1999.
The Board convened at 8:30 PM to vote on the appointment of a Town Board member to
replace Councilman Ryan.
On motion of Councilman Weprin, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
unanimously passed the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Councilman Paul A. Ryan, has resigned his
position as Councilman on the Town Board effective
February 23, 1999; and
WHEREAS, said position was scheduled to expire
December 31, 2001,
WHEREAS, the person replacing the resigned position
would do so until the next general Town election to be held
November 1999 for the unexpired term; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that Judith Myers, is hereby appointed as a
member of the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck to
fill the vacated seat of Paul A. Ryan, for a term expiring
December 31, 1999.
The Supervisor introduced Judy, her husband Ira Schwartz, and her children Amanda
and Scott. Ms. Myers was then sworn in by the Town Clerk.
Supervisor Price said that Councilwoman Myers has been an active member of the
community, serving as a member of the tri-municipal Human Rights Commission, was a
coordinator of the Safe Rides program. Councilwoman Wittner added that Judy is also a
member of the Town's Traffic Force Committee and the L-M Summit and was a co-
president of the Murray Avenue School PTA, and was publicity and public relations
Chairperson for the Mamaroneck School District Centennial.
Councilwoman O'Keeffe said that she was grateful to have the opportunity to work with
Councilwoman Myers.
All the members of the Board then added their thanks and appreciation to Councilwoman
Myers.
Supervisor Price then left the meeting. Deputy Supervisor Ryan then came up to the
podium.
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CALL TO ORDER
The Regular meeting of the Town Board was then called to order by Deputy Supervisor
Ryan at 9:15 PM, who then pointed out the location of exits.
PRESENT:
Deputy Supervisor Paul A. Ryan
Councilwoman Valerie M. O'Keeffe
Councilman Barry Weprin
Councilwoman Phyllis Wittner
Councilwoman Judith Myers
Public Hearing -Amendment to Erosion and Sediment Control Law
On motion duly made and seconded the Public Hearing was opened.
The Attorney explained that the purpose of the amendment was to clearly designate
required signature on erosion control plans.
Deputy Supervisor Ryan asked if there was anyone who wished to speak on this matter.
Nancy Seligson, Co-Chair of the Coastal Zone Management Commission stated that
changing the law to include the word "architect" was not a good idea, it should instead
be changed to "New York Certified Architect and/or Certified Erosion Control Specialist."
Councilwoman O'Keeffe asked if there was a defined erosion specialist certification, to
which Ms. Seligson said there was.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, the hearing
was closed and on the same motion and second the local law was unanimously adopted.
Then following discussion on whether there would be a need to republish the notice on
the amendment because of the change to what was originally published, it was decided
to rescind the approval until the Attorney could check the necessity of renoticing the law.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The meeting was called to order in the Court Room.
Present were the following members of the Commission:
Commissioner: Valerie M. O'Keeffe
Commissioner: Barry Weprin
Commissioner: Phyllis Wittner
Commissioner: Judith Myers
1. FIRE CLAIMS
Commissioner Weprin presented fire claims for authorization of payment, thereafter on
his motion, seconded by Commissioner Wittner, 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:
AA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. 40.00
AT&T Wireless 104.16
AT&T Long Distance 1.72
Bell Atlantic 496.88
Brewer Hardware 207.38
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Cleaning Systems 202.56 February 24, 1999
Con Edison 4.06
Con Edison Gas 1125.86
Coyne Textile 64.91
Giacomo Service Center Inc. 791.55
J &J Barish Electrical Supply 64.90
J &J Barish Electrical Supply 161.52
Larchmont Car Quest 8.98
Lucent Technologies 50.15
Newcourt Leasing Corporation 99.81
Newcourt Leasing Corporation 99.81
Sound Shore Pest Control 60.00
Tony's Nurseries 192.06
Westchester Elevator 170.00
Total 3,946.31
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion duly made
and seconded the Commission unanimously adjourned.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Reappointment -Zoning Board
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that Rene Simon, is hereby reappointed as a
member of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of
Mamaroneck, said 5 year term to expire February 2004.
2. Appointment-Ambulance Board
Mr. Altieri said that Christina Madonia has resigned as the delegate from the Mamaroneck
EMS, therefore Lewis Liebert's name has been submitted by that Board for your approval
as the new voting member.
On motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that Lewis C. Liebert, 203 Woodbrook Road,
White Plains, New York, is hereby appointed as a member
of the Ambulance District Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck to fill the unexpired term of Christina Madonia
who has resigned.
3. Tree Removal Application - 6 Salem Drive
Steve Altieri explained that the new owners of 6 Salem Drive are requesting to remove
three White Pine trees having diameters of approximately 12 inches, 4 feet above grade,
which currently lie within the Town "right-of-way". The owners feel that the trees as they
currently exist present a potential security problem in not being able to see the front of
the house from Salem Drive. Currently the trees are enmeshed with telephone, television
and power lines that run along Salem Drive. White Pine can grow up to 18 inches per
year, which would require a potentially dangerous trimming/maintenance program. Also,
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the-branch configuration of White Pine lends itself to easy climbing by children, who
would have the potential to gain access to existing power cables. This approval would
allow the permission to removal the trees.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Weprin, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
does hereby approve the application made by Mr. & Mrs
Annex, 6 Salem Drive to remove three White Pines that are
currently located on the Town right-of-way at no expense to
the Town.
4. Report of Bids Contract TA-99-2 - Used Payloader
The Administrator.said that today, bids had been publicly opened and read for the
purchase of a used payloader pursuant to our specifications. The bid received was for a
1995 Caterpillar Model IT 28 loader with accessories as described in our specifications.
John Rodriquez of Tony's Nursery is the current owner of the machine. The net cost to
the Town will be $80,000 after the trade in of our 1980 Caterpillar Payloader. With
approximately 400 hours of use since 1995, the machine is in excellent condition. In 1995
the purchase value of the machine was $123,000. Its current estimated book value is
$85,000 -$90,000 depending upon options on the machine and additional accessories.
To finance the purchase of the machine, the recommendation is to transfer funds from
the unreserved balance of the Highway Fund into the capital project fund. He
recommended that the Town Board authorize the contract and purchase of the machine.
On motion of Councilman Ryan, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize that Contract
TA-99-2 for the purchase of a used Payloader be awarded to John
Rodriquez of Tony's Nursery for a net cost of$80,000 after trading in
our current loader; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that there be a transfer of funds in the above amount
from the unreserved balance of the Highway Fund into the Capital
Project Fund; and .
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Administrator is hereby authorized to execute
said contract on behalf of the Town.
5. Salary Authorization - Recreation
On motion of Councilman Weprin, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 1999 Town Budget
that the Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of
salary to the following:
James Schroeder, Skate Guard, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $7/hour, effective retroactive
to 2/3/99.
Joseph Rodriguez, Life Guard, Hommocks Pool, $9/hour, effective 2/24/99.
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The following item was added to the agenda:
6. Discussion - Permit parking on Baldwin Avenue
The Town Clerk advised the Board that the parking spaces on Baldwin Avenue would
now be needed for use by Town residents who are requesting spaces in our commuter lot
which is full. She informed them that since Larchmont has reopened its new lot many of
our Town residents who in the past had used the lot, were being turned away and had no
place else to park. Following discussion it was decided to make 10 spaces available for
commuters that are residents of the Town.
Thereafter, on motion of Councilwoman Wiftner, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, it
was unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize
the use of the first 10 parking spaces located on Baldwin
Avenue for use of Town residents at a cost of$25.00 per
month.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES -January 6, 1999
On motion of Councilwoman Wiftner, seconded by Councilwoman O'Keeffe, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve
the Board minutes from the meeting of January 6,
1999, as amended.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Ernie Odierna congratulated Deputy Supervisor Ryan on his new position. He then
commented on the new garbage schedule and how many residents did not realize that
garbage was not going to be picked up because of the Monday holiday schedule. He also
said that he was very much in favor of the new procedure. He said that the Larchmont
Gardens Civic Association would be holding its Spring Bazaar May 15th and that many
music groups had been invited.
The Deputy Supervisor reported that the new Sanitation Commission brochures would be
sent out this week.
TOWN CLERK REPORTS
The Town Clerk said that she had received the resignation of Elaine Price as Town
Supervisor effective February 25, 1999.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilwoman O'Keeffe moved that the second meeting in March be moved to March
24th, seconded by Councilwoman Wiftner, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby move the
regular meeting scheduled for March 17, 1999 to March 24,
1999.
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ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilwoman O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Winner the meeting
was adjourned into Executive Session to discuss litigation.
Submitted by:
Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk
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