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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR NEUrI�
OF THE TOWN BOARD AMID BOARD OF
FIRE COM4IISSIONERS OF THE 'DOWN OF
MNMRONECK, HELD ON THE 18TH DAY
OF APRIL 1990 IN THE COURT ROOM
OF THE TOWN CENTER, 740 WEST BOSTON
POST ROAD, MMOX4rECK, NEW YORK
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 a Work Session.
The Work Session held in Conference Roan A to discuss the Zoning
Code was, on motion duly made and seconded, unanimously declared
adjourned at 8:15 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
Councilman Stephen Chapin
Councilwoman 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
Steven V. Silverberg, Counsel to the Town
William McDermott, Fire Chief
CALL TO ATTENTION
Supervisor Silverstone pointed out to those assembled the locations
of exits as required by law for public gatherings.
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PUBLIC Hk?. - Bonding Resolution-Sanitation District Purchase of
Refuse Packer
The Supervisor, asked for a motion to open the Public Hearing and, on
motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman Chapin, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Public Hearing
be, and it hereby is declared open.
The Town Clerk presented for the record the Affidavits of
Publication and Posting of the Notice of Hearing.
The Town A&dnistrator explained that the purpose of this Public
Hearing was to consider borrowing of funds for the purchase of one
20-yard refuse collection vehicle. He noted that because the town's
sanitation expenditures come under the sanitation district, it is
necessary to hold a public hearing. He noted also that this
purchase is in accordance with the Tornm,s five-year capital
Improvement Plan.
The Supervisor asked the Board for comments. She then asked if
anyone wished to sp ak either in favor of or in opposition to the
Bond Resolution. There being no response, the Supervisor asked for
a motion to close, and on motion by Councilman McGarr, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, the Public Hearing Was unanimously declared
closed.
Th'ereafte'r, on motion by Councilman McGarr, seconded by Councilwoman
O%Flinn, the following resolution was unanimously adopted:
t1kREAS, the Town Board of the
Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester
County, New York, has duly
caused to be prepared a plan
and report relating to the
increase and improvement of
Refuse and Garbage District No. 1
within said Town consisting of
the purchase of a 1990 refuse packer
truck: and
WHEREAS, all conditions precedent
to the financing of such capital
project, including compliance with
the provisions of the State
Environmental Quality Review Act,
have been performed: and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held
at the Regular Meeting of the Town
Board of the Town of Mamaroneck,
Westchester County, New,York on the
4th day of April 1990, at 8:20 p.m.;
NOW, THEREFFORE BE IT
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
adopts a bond resolution authorizing
the purchase of a 1990 refuse packer
truck, at a maxin un estimated cost of
$40,000, to which will be applied
$40,000 available monies of said District.
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The question of adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
put to a vote on roll call, which resulted as follows:
Kathleen Tracy 01Flinn VOTING We
John McGarr —VOTIM We
Elaine Price VOTING We
Stephen Chapin VOTING aye
Caroline Silverstone VOTING aye
The resolution was thereupon declared duly adopted.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Silverstone at 8:30
p.m. in the Court Room.
Present were the following members of the Commission:
commissioner Caroline Silverstone
Commissioner Stephen Chapin
Commissioner Elaine Price
commissioner John McGarr
Commissioner Kathleen Tracy 01Flinn
1. Commissioner Price presented fire claims for authorization of
payment and on 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 Comptrollerfs Office:
ESCO $ 25.00
Home Fair 7.98
Lawrence Heat & Power Corp. 992.98
Ralph's Electric 310.00
Rickert Lock & Safe Co. 8.40
Town of Mamaroneck Professional
Fire Fighters Association 110.04
Westchester Rockland Newspaper, Inc.' 55.30
Westchester Rockland Newspaper, Inc. 158.24
$1,667.94
2. Councilwoman Price informed everyone of the passing of
volunteer firefighter, Gus Funck, noting that funeral services
would be held at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow at Larchmont Avenue
Church. She went on to say that she wished this opportunity to
comment briefly on controversy that has surrounded the
professional firefighters and volunteers. She stated that the
volunteers are our fighting force, and as much as the Town
depends on the paid staff to drive the trucks and to man the
fire house, it is our volunteers that go out and fight the
fires. She added that it is not a question of being primary or
secondary. She emphasized again that they go out and fight the
fires, that they are our fighting unit, and that she would like
to note for the record the enormous amount of time and training
they go through, as well as all the courses they must take.
She concluded that she, as liaison, intends to draft a letter
in terms of appreciation of what they do and a recognition of
how they do it, and send it to the paper.
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There being no other business to cone before this Commission, on
motion by Commissioner O'Flinn, seconded by Commissioner Chapin, the
meeting was unanimously declared adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
APPROVAL OF N3 N=
The minutes of the Special Meeting of March 14, were approved as
corrected. The minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 21, 1990
were approved as amended.
ANUS OF THE TOWN
1. 1989 Financial Report
The Town Administrator reminded the Board that they have
received a financial summary of the operating funds of the Town
as well as a summary of expenditures and revenues for the
fiscal year ending December 31, 1989. He went on to say that
for fiscal 1989 the Town's total expenditures of $13,052,777
had two significant items, $431,790 for the purchase of tax
liens and $394,100 for projects under the Town's five-year
capital improvement plan, which did not impact on the tax levy
and, if deducted, leave total expenditures of $12,226,887. He
explained that this total figure is only 2% above the amount
budgeted for 1989, indicating that the Town's budget process is
thorough and estimate quite accurate.
The Administrator stated that the other major part of the
report has to do with revenues and he went on to field
questions pertaining to such. He emphasized that although in
most instances actual revenues exceeded estimates, categories
of mortgage tax, interest Parings and state aid are extremely
volatile. He noted that 1991 may be a year in which we may see
a decrease in State Revenue Sharing, which could mean a loss of
about $500,000. He mentioned that talk right now has concerned
either decrease or elimination, but as yet no decision by the
State Legislature has been made.
Mr. Altieri pointed out that the last portion of the summary
deals with the analysis of each of the operating funds, noting
that each closed out the year with a surplus, which is quite
positive but, he emphasized, one must deduct from the reserve
balance numbers shown the application that is made into the
1990 budget, so that those are the balances as of December 31,
1989.
In conclusion, Mr. Altieri stated that there should always be
suitable reserve balances since they are invaluable for
unexpected expenses. He remarked that Moodys and Standard &
Poors view reserve balances as a positive indication that the
Town of Mamaroneck does plan for the unexpected and does not
enter into the bond market arbitrarily.
Councilwoman Price questionned the Administrator on whether he
thought these reserve balances were responsible for the Double
A + 1 rating. He responded that it was one of many factors
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that led Moodys to be very comfortable with the Towns
financial condition and increase its bond rating, noting that
they looked at our reserve funds, our assessments, our general
accounting and purchasing procedures, and they look at the
frequency with which we go into the bond market for money, and
the demographics of the Town.
Councilwoman Price then asked Mr. Altieri what having the
Tawas s bond rating increased means in teams of savings to the
taxpayers. His response was that generally when there is an
increase in your bond rating, you are able to borrow money at a
reduced rate so, obviously, any and all of our debt service is
at an interest rate lower than in prior years when we had a
lesser rating.
The Supervisor stated that on behalf of the Board, she wished
to commend the Administrator for producing this very extensive
end-of-year financial report, which keeps the Board well
informed and indicates that all is running smoothly.
2. Item No. 2 was removed from the Agenda.
3. Authorization -, Transfer of Funds - Project 186-5
on motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman McGarr,
it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
authorizes a transfer of funds
in the amount of $12,000 for
Project #86-5 for computerization
of the Building Department.
4. Authorization - Close Out Federal Revenue Sharing
Checking Account
Following explanation by the Supervisor, some discussion ensued
as to how best put to use the final outstanding balance of
$514.12 remaining in this account since it is unlikely that the
Town will again receive federal revenue sharing as in past
years. Finally, on motion by Councilman McGarr, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, with Councilman Chapin voting nay, it was
RESOLVED, that this Board, by
the power vested in it, hereby
authorizes the close out of the
Federal Revenue Sharing Fund
checking account and designates
the outstanding balance of $514.12
to be used toward the Monroe Day
Camp program-
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5. Salary Authorizations - Comptroller's Office
- Recreation
The Administrator reported that Peggy Nero has passed the
Senior Account Clerks exam and that in view of the nature and
increased responsibilities of her position and her exhibition
of a good working knowledge of the computer, it is recommended
that she be promoted to this position. On motion by Councilman
Chapin, seconded by Councilwoman OIFlinn, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
authorizes the promotion of Peggy
Nero to Senior Account Clerk at
a salary of $27,575 annually,
effective retroactive to April 1,
1990.
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 Raymond Yank, Swim Team
Coach (extended season) , $30.00
per hour, effective retroactive
to March 21, 1990.
6. Request - Use of Voting Machines-School District
Pursuant to memo by the Town Clerk, on motion by Councilman
Chapin, seconded by Councilwoman Price, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
approves the use of 15 voting
machines by the School District
for the annual election and budget
vote to be held on Wednesday, May
23.
7. Report of Bids - Refuse Packer Truck
- Dump Truck
The Town Administrator updated and reported on the bid
openings, after which time, on motion by Councilman Chapin,
seconded by Councilwoman Price, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
authorizes the Town Administrator
to execute Contract TA-90-3 with
Gabrielli Mack Sales & Service,
Inc. of the Bronx, New York, as
the lowest responsible bidder
meeting specifications to furnish
and deliver one 35,000 Gross
Vehicle Weight Four Wheel Drive
Truck.
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On motion by Councilwoman O'Flinn, seconded by Councilwoman
Price, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
authorizes the Town Administrator
to execute Contract TA--90-4 with
Gabrielli Mack Sales & Service,
Inc. of.the Bronx, New York, as
the lowest responsible bidder
meeting specifications to furnish
and deliver one 20-Yard Refuse
Packer.
THE SUPERVISOR
The Administrator gave a brief update on the "Spring Fling Carnival"
that had taken place at Hcambocks School, noting that the revenue
from this totaled $7,000.00. Some discussion ensued.
PROCLATIONS - Larchmont Public Library Day-April 21, 1990
- Earth Day-April 22, 1990
- Law Day-May 1, 1990
The Supervisor issued- the followed.three proclamations and spoke
WHEREAS, the Larchmant Public fibrarg has been a
rommunitg source of knowlebge far mang
Bears; and
WHEREAS, goung anb alb have enjogeb mang hours of
.Measure from the books theg ahtaineA
from the Library; anb
WHEREAS, the Jogs of reading "aloub, alone and
along" are to be relebrateb at the
farrhmaut Public Library during a very
special event. .
NOW tHEREFORE, BE It REsO uED
that I, Caroline $ilverstone„ Supervisor
of the town of Mamaroneck, hsrebg proclaim
April 21, 1990
LARCHMONt PUBLIC LIBRARg DAB
throughout the town of Mamaroneck and
urge all” resibents to visit- the Library
on this `sperial bag to join,`in the
celebration of.reabing with"Baur frienbs
anb neighbxirs.,`.
IN MMESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set
mg hanb aub rauseb the seal of the town
of Mamaroneck to be affixeb.
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Caraline Silverstone, Supervisor
Lawn of Mamaroneck
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April 18, 1990
PR0CLAiliAC10N
WHEREA$, almost twentg gears ago, mare than twenty million
Americans jninen together an Earth Dag in a oemnnstratian
of concern far the environment, ano their rollertive action
resulteb in the passage of sweeping new laws to protect our
air, water, ann lane; ann
VIfEREA$, in the nineteen gears since the first Earth Dag, nespite
environmental improvements, the environmental health of
the planet is increasinglg enoangered, threateneo hB
Global Climate Change, Ozone Depletion, tropical Deforestation,
Ocean Pollution, toxic wastes, Desertification, ano nuclear
Waste requiring action bg all sectors of sacietg; anh
,^ wHERE0, Earth Day 1990 is a nati nai and international call to action
<<1� far all citizens to join in global effort to save the
planet; ano
WHERE, Earth Dag 1990 activities ano, events will eoucate all citizens
an the impartance ufarting in,-an enviranmentalla sensitive
fashion bg reracling `,.ranserving energg ano water, using
efficient transportation, ano aoapting a mare eralogicalla
snuno lifestyles;;;inn
wHEREA$, Earth Day 199.O:;activities ano events:will eoucate all citizens
an the importance of buying ano using anlg those probucts least
harmful to the environment; anh
WHEREAS, Earth Dag 19,90 activities ano events will eourate all citizens
an the impartance of- naing business °anlg with those companies
that are enviranme-ntallg sensitive anh responsible; ano
MIIEREAs, Earth Dag 1990 activities and events will eoucate all citizens
an the importance of supporting the passage of legislation
that will help protect the environment.
NOW tHEREFORE, BE it RUOLVED
that the town Boaro of the town of Mamaroneck hereby proclaims
April 22, 1990 as EARZR DA1j 1990, -ano that April 22, 1990
shall be set asine far public activities promoting preservation
of the global environment ano launching the "Decaoe of the
Environment."
Ahopteo bB the town Council of the town of Mamaroneck an the
18th nag of April 1990.
Caroline Silverstane, �upervisar
Lawn 'af Mamaroneck -
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April 18, 1990 lie V
PR01C_ :CAMACIO-N �
WHEREAS, May 1st is Law Day, U. S. A. in the United States
of America; and
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WHEREAS, The United States of America has been the citadel
of individual liberty and a beacon of hope and i
opportunity for more than 200 years to many
millions who have sought our shores; and
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WHEREAS, the foundation of individual freedom and liberty
is the body of the. law that governs us; and
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WHEREAS, the Constitution of-'the United States of America,
and the Bill of Rights;= are the heart of that body
of law, which guarantees"us many freedoms -- including
freedom of religious belief, freedom to have and hold j
property, freedom. of assembly, freedom of speech, free-
dom of press, =freedom of,-petition, and due process of
the law, among y>others, an'd
WHEREAS, this year marks'the33rd annual.'_.,nationwide observance
of Law Day-, ,,aiid the Congress of `the United States and
the Presi`deh, by official proclamation have set aside
May 1 as ":a special day for recognition of the place of
law in American life.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
That I .Carojine: ,,Silverstone, Supervisor of the
the Town of Mamaroneck do hereby proclaim
May 1, 1990 as L'aw Day U.S.A: and call upon
all citizens, schools, businesses, clubs, and
the news media to commemorate the role of
law in our lives.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my
hand and caused the seal of the Town of Mamaroneck
to be affixed.
L(.,s L.,(, •. !rte-��i C:�._�
ty" lCaroline Silverstone, Supervisor
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Town of Mamaroneck
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL
Councilwoman Price commented that both the Village of Larchmont and
the Village of Mamaroneck have adopted the Towns resolution on the
Mamaroneck Treatment Plant and Davids Island, and that the City of
Rye is strongly favoring passing it tonight. She noted that she has
sent all this information to the Commissioner of the DEC and to Mr.
O'Rourke and the County Board.
Councilwoman O,Flinn reminded everyone about Beautification Day on
April 21st.
Councilman McGarr briefly commented on the extension of the
Larchmont Library.
TOWN CLERK
No Reports
AWOURNMENT
There being no further business to coarse before the Board, on motion
by Councilwoman O-*Flinn, seconded by Councilman Chapin, the meeting
was unanimously declared adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
Patricia DiCioccio
Town Clerk
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