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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990_02_21 Town Board Regular Minutes I 225 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEMM0, OF THE TOWN BOARD AND BOARD OF FIRE COM USSIOM0 OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECR, HELD ON THE 21ST DAY OF FEBRUARY 1990 IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE TOWN CENTER, 740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD, INECK, NEW YORK I CONVENE REGULAR MEETING 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. 1' The Executive Session was held in Conference Rom A to discuss matters of litigation and personnel, after which, on motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously declared adjourned at 8:20 p.m. I RECONVENE REGULAR HEETIN The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Silverstone at 8:25 p.m. in the Court Roam. Present were the following members of the Board: Supervisor Caroline Silverstone Cotincilman Stephen Chapin Councl.lwcman Elaine Price Councilman John McGarr Councilwoman Kathleen Tracy O'Flinn Also present were: Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator Paulette Gabbriellini, Assistant to the Town Administrator Eric S. Zaidins, Counsel to the Town Arthur T. Dallas, Police Commissioner William McDenwtt, 1st Deputy Fire Chief CALL TO ATTENTION Supervisor Silverstone pointed out to those assembled the locations of exits as required by law for public gatherings. i II 226 February 21, 1990 At this time the order of the Agenda was changed and Item No. 6 under AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN, Salary Authorization - Police Department was taken up. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 6. Salary Authorization - Police Department Police Commissioner, Arthur Dallas, introduced two probationary Police Officers, Harry E. Petersson to fill a vacancy created by the recent transfer of Officer Scott Forrest, and Frank Dellacamera to fill a vacancy created by the retirement of Officer Pasquale Pellegrino. He requested salary authorization for Officer Petersson, accepted on a resignatiorVreinstatement basis from White Plains and for Officer DellaCamera, accepted on a resignation/reinstatement basis from Mount Vernon, both consistent with provisions of the Civil Service Law and both, he noted, possessing qualifications which appear well above standard. Following the Cemnissionev s brief ccmient on their personal backgrounds, each was sworn in by Supervisor Silverstone, after which, on motion by Councilwcman O'Flinn, seconded by Councilweman Price, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby j authorizes payment of salary to probationary Police Officer Harry Petersson of White Plains, New York at an annual rate (third grade) of $32,506., effective February 20, 1990; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes payment of salary to probationary Police Officer Frank DellaCamera of Yonkers, New York at an annual rate (entry level) of $23,000., effective February 26, 1990. At this time the Regular order of the Agenda was resumed and the Board convened as the BOARD OF FIRE COMaSSIONERS. BOARD OF FIRE OMMSSIONERS The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Silverstone at 8:40 I p.m. in the Court Rom. Present were the following members of the Commission: i Cc mLissioner Caroline Silverstone Cc missioner Stephen Chapin Commissioner Elaine Price Commissioner John McGarr Commissioner Kathleen Tracy O,Flinn 2 i 227 February 21, 1990 1. Commissioner McGarr presented fire claims for authorization of Payment and on his motion, seconded by Commissioner Price, 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 Comptrollerts Office: Consolidated Uniform Service $ 36.60 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 2,292.33 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 5,500.00 Henry, John E. 76.95 Hoare Fair 19.99 Larchmont Auto Parts Dist., Inc. 19.98 Lawrence Heat & Power Corp. 1,666.11 Multiplier Industries Corp. 115.27 Portronix 247.90 Technical Electronics, Inc. 239.75 Van Ness, Walter 70.74 $10,285.62 There being no other business to cone before this Commnission, on motion by Commissioner O'Flinn, seconded by Commissioner Chapin, the meeting was unanimously declared adjourned at 8:55 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the Special Meeting of January. 23, 1990 were presented and unanimously approved. The minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 24, 1990 were presented and unanimously approved. PUBLIC HEARU4G - Amendment to Zoning Ordinance Following a brief update by Town Counsel, Eric Zaidins, and upon request of the Planning Board, the consensus of the Board was to postpone this Public Hearing to the meeting of March 21, 1990. On motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman Chapin, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby sets Wednesday, March 21, 1990 as the date for a Public Hearing on a proposed amendment to revise certain uses and districts in the Town Zoning Ordinance to implement recommendations within the Master Plan Update; and be it further i RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be, and she hereby is authorized to publish in an official newspaper of the town, the Notice of said Hearing as required by law. 3 228 February 21, 1990 AFFAIRS OF THE 'DOWN 1. Appointments - Recreation Commission - coastal Zone Management commission - Westchester County Community Development Advisory Group Supervisor Silverstone commented that there are two candidates who must as yet be interviewed for the Recreation commission. This item was heldover to the next meeting. Councilwoman Price reviewed the qualifications of Doctor Richard Coicoo and upon her motion, seconded by Councilwoman O'Flinn, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby appoints Doctor Richard coicco of Pryer Manor Road, Larchmont Village to the Coastal Zone Management Commission to fill the unexpired tern of Lucian j Leone to August 1991. On recommendation of and motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman Chapin, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby appoints Beatrice Powers of Maxwell Avenue to the Westchester County Community Development Advisory Group. 2. Discussion - Airport consortium Supervisor Silverstone commented that a number of written requests have arrived from surrounding communities concerning the question of the expansion of Westchester County Airport. She then asked the Board whether they wish to pursue this matter. Councilwoman Price stated that she has some knowledge of this matter, and a lot of concerns. She favored having someone give a presentation since one of the biggest problems, besides expansion from 10,000 to 41,000 square feet, is the question about gates, which really control the number of runways. She noted that while there are only 4 gates, Laguardia has 54, terminals have been designed far from these gates, which easily interprets as having expansion possibilities for them. Councilman Chapin commented that he has heard concerns from within the community about this expansion being more than an upgrade to the airport serving Westchester County, concerns of it being such a great expansion that it could become an alternative to Kennedy, Laguardia and Newark, which he is definitely not in favor of. I� Councilwoman Flinn mentioned her concerns about possible growth and felt it was important that the Town take a position on it. Councilman McGarr noted that he felt it important that the public be given notice When there is sohec3uil.ing of the consortium or presentation. 4 I i 229 February 21, 1990 3. Authorization - Ice Rink Agreement-School District Following explanation by the Town Administrator, who afterward fielded questions from the Board, on motion by Councilman McGarr, seconded by Councilwoman Price, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Town Administrator to execute the agreement between the Town and the School District for the the District's use of the Hom mocks Ice Rink. 4. Authorization - Transfer of Funds-Capital Project The Administrated clarified the requests for authorization, and on motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman McGarr, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Town Comptroller/ Director of Finance to increase Project #86-5 - Purchase of Computer Equipment in the amount of $28,350.00 and to transfer monies from the General Fund as per the 1990 Budget as follows: Court $10,000.00 Town Clerk 1,200.00 Recreation 10,150.00 Assessor 2,000.00 Police 5,000.00; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Town Comptroller/ Director of Finance to set up Project #90-2, Purchase of Various Vehicles in the amount of $87,000.00 and to transfer monies from the General Fund as per the 1990 Budget as follows: Recreation $14,000.00 Police 58,000.00; and from the Highway Fund as per the 1990 Budget as follows: Highway Supt. $15,000.00. 5 230 February 21, 1990 I I S. Agreement Malcolm Pirnie-Davids Island Following a brief discussion, on motion by councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman McGarr, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Tcwn Administrator to execute the agreement with Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. of White Plains for consulting services under job number 0849-12-6116. 6. Salary Authorization - Recreation - Police Department (taken up earlier in meeting) On motion by Councilman McGarr, seconded by Councilman Chapin, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 1990 Town Budget, authorization is hereby granted for payment of salary to Michael Amy, Skate Room Attendant, Hammocks Park Ice Rink, in the amount of $6/hour, effective retroactive to 2/9/90. i WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS ORAL COMMUNICATIONS There were no written or oral communications to come before the Board. REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL councilwoman O'Flinn commented that she is aware that guards are stationed at the ice rink primarily to ensure that the children skating behave themselves but, she noted, its not obvious as to who tie guards are. She suggested that there be something visible to indicate their presence should they be needed for an emergency. She was informed by the Administrator that they wear blue jackets indicating that they are guards. councilwoman Price noted that they often become warn and remove the jackets. Councilwoman O,Flinn j suggested that perhaps an armband, which could be worn with or without the jacket would be better. The Board agreed that this was an excellent idea and the Administrator stated that he would look into it and report back. Councilwoman Price noted that March 15th is the final day for public comments on the Environmental Impact Statement regarding Davids Island. 6 231 February 21, 1990 Councilwoman O-,Flinn announced that the Town of Mamaroneck needs a Beautification Committee and is presently seeking out people to invite to serve on this Committee. I THE SUPERVISOR Supervisor Silverstone mentioned that she had attended the meeting of the Association of Towns and she has a pile of resolutions to distribute to the Board for their consideration during the coming weeks, regarding upcoming legislation or the desire for legislation. i She reported that she wrote to the District Attorney regarding the question of prosecution of misdemeanors and received a response which did not inform, her of what would be done. She noted, however, that she has been informed through other sources that it appears the County will continue prosecuting misdemeanors. ADJOUMt4EN ' There being no further business to coarse before the Board, on motion by Councilman McGarr, seconded by Councilman Chapin, the meeting was unanimously declared adjourned at 9:40 p.m. I'. Patricia A. DiCioccio Town Clerk 7