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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991_06_05 Town Board Regular Minutes MniUPFS OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN HOARD AMID BOARD OF FIRE C=nSSICNER.S OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD ON THE 5TH DAY OF JUNE 1991 IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE TOWN CENTER, 740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD, MWWNECK, NEW YORK CONVENE REGULAR MEETIM The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Silverstone at 7:00 p.m., at which time the Board recessed into Executive Session. The Executive Session held in Conference Room A to discuss personnel and real estate was, on motion duly made and seconded, unanimously declared adjourned at 8:12 p.m. RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Silverstone at 8:20 p.m. Present were the following members of the Board: Supervisor Caroline Silverstone Councilwoman Elaine Price Councilman John McGarr Councilwoman Kathleen Tracy OIFlinn Councilman Paul Ryan Also Present were: Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk Stephen v. Altieri, Town Administrator Steven M. Silverberg, Town Counsel Paulette Gabbriellini, Assistant to the Town Administrator CALL TO ANON Supervisor Silverstone pointed out to those assembled the locations of exits as required by law for public gatherings BOARD OF FIRE COMMSSIONERS The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Silverstone at 8:22 p.m. in the Court Roam Present were the following members of the commission: Conmissioner Caroline Silverstone commissioner Elaine Price Commissioner John McGarr C ontnissioner Kathleen Tracy OIFlinn wmnissioner Paul Ryan June 5, 1991 1. Fire Claims Commissioner O,Flinn presented fire claims for authorization of payment and upon her motion, seconded by Commissioner McGarr, 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 Comptrollers Office: AAA Emergency Supply Co. , Inc. $ 747.30 AAA Emergency Supply Co. , Inc. 396.53 All Power Equipment Co. 227.55 Baron, Raymond A. 261.33 Coastal Oil N.Y. , Inc. 331.96 Coyne Textile Services 25.00 Dri-Chem Extinguisher Co. 25.00 Dri-Chem Extinguisher Co. 51.95 Dri-Chem Extinguisher Co. 152.95 ESCO 27,25 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 148.65 Garofalo, Joseph 250.00 Giacomo Service Center, Inc. ., 52.35 Henry, John E. 89.10 Larchmont Art 47.90 Lawrence Heat & Power'_ Corp ` 428.75 NYNEX 9.00, Redwood Nursery 14.40 Redwood Nursery 119.60 Redwood Nursery 81.60 Sterling Contractors ofe.-`West. 175.00 Technical Electronics, ;I q. 165.65 Technical Electronics, Inc.. 5.50 $ 3,834.32 2. - Other Business Supervisor Silverstone commented that she had attended the Fire Council meeting on Monday evening, and was pleased to hear that the new generator was delivered and installed, and the borrowed generator returned to the Baldwin Avenue Pump Station. There being no further business to come before this Commission, on motion by Commissioner Ryan, seconded by Commissioner McGarr, the meeting was unanimously declared closed at 8:30 P.M. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointment - Board of Ethics _ On motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby appoints John Herz of Weaver Street as Chainnan of the Board of Ethics to fulfil the vacated teen of David Willey, expiring December 1991. 2 June 5, 1991 2. Amendment to Resolution - Sale of Real Property The Administrator explained that at the meeting of May 8th there was a resolution made authorizing the sale of four properties by the Town, noting that at the May 22nd meeting a resident expressed concern about blasting which might occur if the property were sold with no restrictions, due to its being an extensive ledge affecting other hones within the area. He stated that Counsel has drafted a condition to sale of the property. He then went on to explain that a second property had also been questionable since it is located adjacent to and could impact the Leatherstocking Trails. A brief discussion ensued among the Board, with the Administrator fielding questions. Thereafter, on motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman McGarr, it was unanimously RESOLVED, this Board hereby amends its resolution of May 8, 1991 with regard to surplus property for sale by the Town known as Sec: 2 B1: 125 Lot: 63 Myrtle Boulevard 226 feet by 90 feet and declares that this property be sold subject to the following additional conditions: I No blasting shall be permitted unless the purchaser, his successors, heirs or assignees apply to the Planning Board of the Town of Mamaroneck for permission to blast. Such perntission shall be granted only if the person seeking to blast on the property can demonstrate to the Planning Board that such blasting shall not have any deleterious effect upon abutting or surrounding property owners. The Planning Board shall further have authority to set such conditions upon blasting, in addition to any requirements of state, local or federal blasting laws, ordinances or regulations as the Planning Board may in its reasonable discretion require in order to prevent damage or injury to other properties. This covenant shall not be construed to require full site plan review by th Planning Board unless such review is otherwise required by law.; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby amends its resolution of May 8, 1991 with regard to surplus property for sale by the Town and authorizes the Town Administrator to remove the following property until further evaluation: Sec: 1 B1: 105 Lots: 124 and 579 End of Locust Ridge Road 1 and .35 Acre. 3. Set Meeting Dates - July, August and First Meeting in September Following discussion among the Board, on motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman Ryan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby declares the Wednesdays of July 10th and August 14th as the dates of the regular summer meetings of the Town Board. 3 June 5, 1991 Further discussion ensued with regard to meetings in September, both after Labor Day and on Yam Kippur, and on motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by councilman Ryan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby changes the dates of the September regular Board meetings from the Wednesdays of September 4th and lath to the Wednesdays of September 11th and 25th. 4. The Administrator reported that a representative of Metro-North has requested that the Town lift parking restrictions on weekends and holidays because Metro-North would like to increase the use of mass transit on weekends. He noted that they are willing to work with local communities on preparing new signage that would outline the various restrictions and uses of the local parking lots. Carmine Perciasepe, a resident of Wood Street, stated that there are several homes bordering the parking lot and all the owners concur that they do accept and tolerate the fact that from Monday through Friday they experience difficulties as provided through the commuter rush, with high volume o mmxter traffic blowing horns and squealing brakes. He went on to say that on weekends they feel they need a respite from the pollution, dust and noise created by the activities of the commuters and, further, that Larchmont provides a better alternative since they have a raised parking lot which is closer and provides easy access when returning as well as a triple sized lot. In conclusion, he told of how the empty lot on weekends has become a recreational area for biking, skating and young mothers with babies, who also use that block to walk through to Myrtle Park, plus the fact that there are already too many signs posted there. A somewhat lengthy discussion followed with general ooncensus being to not be included in Metro North's plans. S. Salary Authorization - Highway Department The Administrator stated that due to the promotion of Benny DiSotto to General Forman, 'the position of Labor Foreman has been left open and, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement with CSEA, candidates meeting the requirements were evaluated, with Mr. Robino, a twenty year. employee and currently a motor equipment operator being the recommended candidate. Thereafter, on motion by Councilman McGarr, seconded by Councilwoman OIFlinn, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the promotion of Giuseppe Robino to the position of Labor Foreman at an annual salary of $32,300 effectively immediately; and be it further 4 r. June 5, 1991 RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes authorizes payment of salary to the following summer employees in the Highway Department: Ralph Powers, $8/hr. effective 6/3/91; Patrick Curley, $7.50/hr. effective J4 6/3/91; and Marco Onelli, $7/hr. effective 6/24/91. 6. Preliminary Discussion - Water Rate Increase The Administrator oommented that this issue is not one the Board was expected to make a decision on tonight, but rather to receive information, hear a brief overview of, and then give its formal consideration at the meeting of June 20th. He explained that the Town has been financing its water distribution and transmission system without the use of a tax levy, it wanes from a self-sufficient fund by virtue of water revenues received from the Westchester Joint Water Works. He added that under their bylaws, they cannot have money because they are a public benefit corporation, so at the end of the year they turn back revenues to participating coanmnities. He noted that in conning years they will embark on several major capital improvements, one of which, the sewer treatment project, is mandated by the federal government. Discussion followed concerning proposals and changes in water rates, with the Administrator fielding questions and explaining in more detail. This item was deferred to the next meeting. APPRGVAL OF N>INi1= - March 20, 1991 - April 17, 1991 - May 2, 1991 Special Meeting The minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 20, 1991 were approved with a correction. The minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 17, 1991 were approved with a correction. The minutes of the Special Meeting of May 2, 1991 were approved. WRITrW COMMUNICATIONS ORAL CONMMCATIONS William Byrne read the following letter and asked that it be made part of the record: STS. JOHN AND PAUL CHURCH 280 Weaver Street Larchmont, N.Y. 10538 May 3, 19.91 Ms. Caroline Silverstone Town Supervisor Town of Mamaroneck 740 West Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, NY 10543-3319 Ms. Silverstone: We are writing at this time to follow up on the work done by Mr. William Byrne and the Town Council in designating the area on Weaver Street in front of Sts. John and Paul School as an "Official School Zone". We understand from prior reports that all necessary approvals from the state have been received and that we are now waiting only for the state to paint the crosswalk. 5 June 5, 1991 It is.very-difficult to understand the continuing--delay. 'The lengthy process of approval for a - school zone on a state road has been completed, the good weather has been here for some time and the crosswalk still has not been painted. Soon another school ear will ill be over. D-4 P Z We request that you call-to see if the state has,a firm schedule for this very minor, yet important, project. If it does not, please cause the Town to paint the already approved crosswalk. It is a minor job and could not possibly cost much, especially when measured against the issue of safety. Thank you very much for your help thus far and your attention in completing the job. -- - --- -Yo----truly, — 1 gr. seph B yd Pastor Kr Oary Brien, Principal Michael Fitzsimor} , P s., Parish Council Mr. Byrne then submited his following questions of May 13, 1991 to the Supervisor: TT WOc.tIL:P -O ?'li-r t=oe.ed)t4tai - - - A. 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Byrne 19 Villa Road Larchmont, NY 10538 Dear Mr. I am in receipt of your letter of May 13, 1991. I am not going.to give you a point-by-point response to your letter because we have been over this ground before and I believe a point-by-point discussion would now be irrelevant. I fully believe that the Town Board and the Town Staff, as Well as the Traffic committee, have acted in a responsible fashion in this matter. There have been saw lapses in ommrmmication. The current situation is this: NEW YORK STATE, DEPARTMO OF TRANSPCEt=CN, has signed a contract with a private contractor to do a variety of painting and other small jobs in a wide territory. The contract allows five months for completion of all the tasks and there is no specific order or timetable for the -work. You are invited to can Mr. Joseph Noval, NEW YCRK STATE, DEM`n4M aF' TiDU TICK, #431-5820, and discuss this matter with him. As to the question of the Town doing the painting of the crosswalk: The Town would have to apply to the State for a highway permit. We are told that there is a six-month lag in the pemi:tting process. This six-month delay would not permit the Town to do the painting until after the State's contractor will presumably have caVleted the work. The Town Board_ is v_er amorous to this matter concluded in a_wav _ that will best improve the safety of the children at Sts. John and Paul and we will continue to work to that end. Incidentally, a call or letter to Assemblyman Tocci and Senator Oppenheimer would perhaps be a way of placing pressure at the State level from whence the action must come. I remin hopeful. Best regards, caroline Silverstone Supervisor - cs/lr ---- - c: Town Board Town A�ninic+r�tpr Town Attorney 7 June 5, 1991 At this point Mr. Byrne went on to say that he had called Mr. Nova, and, much to his surprise, he was told that they had never approved the school zone speed, but may approve it in the 1991 school year. He stated that he was also told they had hired a painting contractor in Westchester and the painting will probably be done in September 1991, Counc11WMM Price responded that she had also spoken with Mr. Naval and as per her letter to Mr. Byrne, was assured that the painting would be done by September 1, 1991, but Mr. Naval could not guarantee that the project would be pushed along because of the State budget. She also reminded Mr. Byrne that, as per the minutes of the Traffic Committee, there was great concern shown by these, by Mr. Dallas and by the State, all of wham do not believe the children should be walking- there, they do walk there, but they really should not. Councilwoman Price emphasized that a Traffic Committee member, Roseanne Magazino, noted in the minutes that were- they to put a crosswalk there, they would be telling the community and those kids that it is alright to cross there, they know it is done, but they were not sure that makes it right. Mr. Byrne asked Town Counsel to please give advice as to what is required for a school zone speed reduction, and asked him to read a written regulation. Town Counsel read the regulation handed to himby Mr. Byrne, noting that this may not necessarily be his advice since he is unsure as to whether were complete requirements. A brief discussion continued among Mr. Byrne and the Board. TOWN CLERK REPORTS The Town Clerk submitted the Monthly Report of the Town Clerks Office for the month of May 1991, noting that approximately $60,000 worth of parking permits had been sold. REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL Councilwoman Price reported that the Coastal Zone program is still with the Department of State. Councilwoman O,Flinn reported that there are two vacancies on the Conservation.Advisory Commission, both for the Village of Mamaroneck. She commented that the Commission has just made a decision to put together a guide for children with a child's eye view of the conservation area ADJOURIt4ENT There being no further business to came before the Board, on motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilwoman OIFlinn, the meeting was unanimously declared adjourned at 9:50 p.m. Patricia A. DiCioccio Town Clerk 8