HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990_10_17 Town Board Regular Minutes 396
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR NEETING
OF THE TOWN BOARD AND BOARD OF
FIRE C14MISSIONERS OF THE TOWN OF
MMMWMXZ, HELD ON THE 17TH DAY
OF OCTOBER 1990 IN THE COURT ROOM
OF THE TOWN CEDER, 740 WEST BOSTON
POST ROAD, NNECK, 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 Executive Session.
The Executive Session held in Conference Roans A to discuss personnel
was, on motion duly made and seconded, unanimously declared adjourned
at 8:18 p.m.
RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING
The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by
Supervisor Silverstone at 8:25 p.m.
Present were the following members of the Board:
Supervisor Caroline Silverstone
Councilman Stephen Chapin
Councilwoman Elaine Price
Councimmn John. McGarr
Councilwoman Kathleen Tracy O'Flinn
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 ATTENTION
Supervisor Silverstone pointed out to those assembled the locations of
exits as required by law for public gatherings.
At this time the order of the Agenda was changed and the Supervisor
called upon Commissioner Dallas. The Commissioner requested salary
authorization for promotion of Patrolman John Fox front the rank of
Police Officer to the civil service rank of Probationary Police
Sargeant at an annual salary of $47,000, effective October 23, 1990.
He noted that Officer Fox was selected front the top three names on the
Westchester County eligibility list, and also updated the Board on his
accomplishments.
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After being sworn in by the Supervisor, Officer Fox introduced his
family and all were congratulated by Supervisor Silverstone and the
Board members, as well as Commissioner Dallas.
At this time the regular order of the agenda was resumed and the item
BOARD OF FIRE OOIMSSIONER.S was taken up.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONIER.S
The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Silverstone at 8:28
p.m. in the Court Ran.
Present were the following members of the Commission
Commissioner Caroline Silverstone
Commissioner Stephen Chapin
Commissioner Elaine Price
Commissioner John McGarr
Commissioner Kathleen Tracy O'Flinn
Commissioner McGarr presented fire claims for authorization of payment
and upon his motion, seconded by Commissioner Oirlinn, 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:
Larchmont Auto Parts $ 21.60
Larchmont Auto Parts 17.90
Lt. W. Premuroso 125.00
Jeannine Pryor 300.00
Caruso Film Service 19.00
Clinton - Kearney Door Co.., Inc. 195.00
Westchester Joint Water Works 12,412.50
NYNEX 9.00
National Fire Protection-Assoc. `' 174.65
Consolidated Uniform Service 31.32
T.L.C. Car Cleaning,`," :; 50.00
The State Insurance Fund:": 3,078.51
Sam Garofalo 16.00
Town of Mam'k Profess�ional,`Fire Fighters Assoc.., Q" 102. 18
Jackie Albert 170.00
Dri-Chem Extinguishers ' 193.45
Frank Claps 140.00
Frank Claps 260.00
Dri-Chem Extinguishers.::;.;.. 64.00
$ 17,380.11
There being no further business to coarse before this commission, on
motion by Commissioner Chapin, seconded by Commissioner McGarr, the
meeting was unanimously declared adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
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AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Appointment - Hunan Rights Commission
On recommendation and motion of Councilwoman Price, seconded by
Councilman Chapin, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
appoints Fred Baron of Murray
Avenue, Town, to the Commission
of Human Rights for a period of
three years, terminating October
1993.
2. Letter - Joseph Messina
Mr. Messina spoke about a recently installed basketball pole and
hoop on the perimeter of his property facing Lakewood Lane,
noting that he had been informed that it was installed on the
Towns right-of-way. He presented the Board with a petition from.
all the neighbors who fully support this addition, and also with
photos of its appearance.
A discussion ensued concerning various aspects and implications
of-poles and hoops generally located around Town, as well as that
on Mr. Messina's property. The final decision of the Board was
to allow his pole and hoop to remain until a definite solution
with regard to basketball hoops is worked out. The Supervisor
appointed Councilwoman O,Flinn and Councilman McGarr to study
this problem.
3. Update - Premium Marsh Dredging
The Administrator announced that since it is getting near the
time to advertise for bids, he felt it was time to update the
Board on the status of the Premium Marsh project. He reported
that Malcolm Pirnie has prepared permit applications and is
finalizing bid documents for dredging. He stated that soil
samples analyzed and reviewed by the EPA and Army Corps of
Engineers found the material suitable for disposal in the western
and central sites of Long Island Sound. He went on to say that
the permit application is now before the DEC, and that they will
inform the Town by October 26th as to whether it is complete, in
which case bid application will then begin. He concluded by
noting that an informational meeting for residents within that
area will be scheduled for November 13th. A brief discussion
ensued among the Board and some residents, with Mr. Altieri
fielding questions.
4. Update - Red Bridge Restoration
The Administrator explained that the City of New Rochelle was to
assume responsibility for preparing all bid documents and
overseeing construction and, due to other projects going on in
New Rochelle, they had informed him that the Red Bridge project
will be put off until spring 1991. He mentioned that this is
probably to the Towns advantage in view of the upcoming Premium
River dredging project.
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5. Update - Tax Collection Proceedings
Town Attorney, Steve Silverberg, reported that since August he
has been successful in having overdue back taxes reduced by
$98,000, down from $458,000 to $360,000. Additionally, he
stated, they have received over $30,000 on taxes not a year late
but still in arrears, and promises from people for payments
within the next few months of $56,000. He noted that 26 people
who basically ignored making payment and will receive one last
letter to make arrangements to pay, before the Town Constable is
sent to serve summonses. He mentioned that they are trying to
work with people who have problems and are granting them time to
make payments, some are estates and houses being sold with the
intention of settling tax payments upon closings.
6. Authorization - Retainer Agreement-Certiorari Consultant
Following explanation by the Administrator, on motion by
Councilman McGarr, seconded by Councilwoman Price, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
authorizes the Administrator to
extend the existing agreement with
Mr. George Derderian to provide
appraisal and consulting services
through December 31, 1990 in the
amount of $4,160.
7. Discussion Permit Parking - Lots #1 and #2
The Town Clerk reported that Lot #1 is complete and there are now
a total of 230 permit spaces, 5 more than previously existed, and
the cost is $175.00. She went on to say that a quarterly permit
is $55.00 and that 241 permits have been sold, with a waiting
list of 36, and she recommended overselling this lot by 20%. The
Clerk also requested that the Board pass a resolution creating
three different types of parking in the meter area, with 6
late-morning parking spaces created along the back of the lot for
those who arrive after 9:30 a.m., leaving 66 meter spaces to be
split into 36 non-resident and 30 resident. She noted that the
non-resident permit would cost $100.00 per year plus $1.50 per
day for the meter and the resident permit would be $10.00 per
year with a $1.50 per day for the meter, the $10.00 covering
administrative costs. Discussion followed, after which, on
motion by Councilman Chapin, seconded by Councilman McGarr, it
was unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
authorizes the Town Clerk to
implement the changes which she
has devised for Parking Lot #1.
The Clerk then recommended that the Town change 15 spaces in Lot
#2 which are.presently resident parking, to non-resident permit
daytime parking at a cost of $275.00 per year (mostly New
Rochelle residents) which is well below the $535.00 that New
Rochelle currently charges for their resident permits. Following
discussion, it was decided to have the Traffic Committee review
this situation.
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8. Amend Budget Calendar
The Administrator suggested that both the budget and Affordable
Housing Task Force work be done at a meeting together and, on
motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman McGarr, it
was unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
proposes an amendment to the 1990
Budget Calendar, whereby submission
of the Tentative Budget is deferred
to Tuesday, October 30, 1990.
9. Authorization - Transfer of Funds-Roads Resurfacing
The Administrator explained, and on motion by Councilman Chapin,
seconded by Councilwoman Price, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
authorizes transfer of $145,000
from the Highway Fund to the
Capital Projects Fund for Project
#90-11 Resurfacing of Roads-1990.
10. Authorization to Accept Bids - Police Winter and Summer Uniforms
- Street Painting
- Fuel Oil #2
- Cleaning of Police Uniforms
Following a brief explanation by the Administrator, on motion by
Councilwoman O'Flinn, seconded by Councilman Chapin, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
authorizes the Town Administrator
to prepare specifications and
accept bids on the followin items
for the year 1991:
Police winter and summer uniforms
Street painting
Fuel oil #2
Cleaning of police uniforms
11. Salary Authorizations - Highway
- Recreation
- Police Department
On motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman Chapin,
it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
authorizes an annual salary in
the amount of $18,500 to Giovanni
Bianco of Mamaroneck for the
position of Laborer in the Highway
Department, effective 10/29/90.
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On motion by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman Chapin,
it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that as provided for in
the 1990 Town Budget, authority
is hereby granted--for payment of
salary to the following:
Margaret O'Neill , Cashier, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $10/hour, effective retroactive to
10/5/90.
Amy Lunde, Cashier, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $8/hour, effective retroactive to 10/4/90.
Michael Chiapparelli , Coach, Pre Season Hockey Clinic, $15/hour, effective 10/24/90.
Kim Eaton, Coach, Pre Season Hockey ,Cj inic, $15/hour, effective 10/24/90.
Mark Forzaglia, Coach, Pre Season Hockey Clinic, $15/hour, effective 10/24/90.
Peter Spader, Coach, Pre Season Hockey Clinic, $15/hour, effective 10/24/90.
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Stephen Savino, Director SkatingSchool , $7;500'/.season, effective 10/13/90.
Kathy Byrd,rd Senior Skating Instructor, Hommocks ,Park�Ice Rink, $30/hour, effective
10/13/90.
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Dorothy Crowley, Senior ", Skati`ng I'nstructor,° Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $30/hour,
effective 10/13/90. 1 f
Julie Friedman, Senior Sk�at�ing I�ns�iructor, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, effective 10/13/90.
Kamie Healy Netri , Senio°rSkat�ng��Instructor, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, effective
10/13/90.
Janine Jung, Senior Skating Instructor, Hommocks Park.�Ice Rink, effective 10/13/90.
Heidi Kaplan, Senior Skating Instructor, Hommocks P`arkj Ice Rink, effective 10/13/90.
Alana Kelton, Senior Skating Instuctor, Hommocks�Park Ice Rink, effective 10/13/90.
Diane Morris, Senior Skating Instructor, Hommocks ParkIIce Rink, effective 10/13/90.
Kristin Rogers, Senior Skating 11-n-s.iru,ctor, HomrocksM=Park Ice Rink, effective 10/13/90.
Amy Schliftman, Skating School st`ant, $10/h6ur; effective 10/13/90.
Gregory Baron, Alternate Life Guard, Hommocks Pool , $6/hour, effective 10/18/90.
Kristine Goetze, Lifeguard, Hommocks Pool , $5.25/hour, effective 10/18/90.
Owen Weed, Lifeguard, Hommocks Pool , $5.25/hour, effective 10/18/90.
Lonnie Arouh, Alternate Lifeguard, Hommocks Pool , $5/hour, effective 10/18/90.
Debbie Kruszewski , Alternate Key Attendant, Hommocks Pool , $4.50/hour, effective
10/18/90.
Natural Swinson, Alternate Key Attendant, Hommocks Pool , $4.50/hour, effective
10/18/90.
Melanie Walsh, Alternate Key Attendant, Hommocks Pool , $4.50/hour, effective 10/18/90.
Ken Harriott, E.M.T. , Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $10/hour, effective retroactive to 10/5/90.
Doug Baron, E.M.T. , Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $7/hour, effective retroactive to 10/5/90.
Cindy Dabolato, E.M.T. , Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $7/hour, effective retroactive to 10/5/90
Robert Deshensky, E.M.T. , Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $7/hour, effective retroactive 10/5/90.
Tracy Savino, Senior Skating Instructor, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $30/hour, effective
retroactive 10/14/90.
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On motion by Councilwoman O,Flinn, seconded by Councilman Chapin,
it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
authorizes an annual salary in the
amount of $47,000 to Patrolman John
Fox for promotion to the xank of
Police Sargeant, effective 10/23/90.
12. Proposal - Board of Architectural Review
Town Counsel mentioned that he had been asked by the Board to
draft a proposal for a Board of Architectural Review and
suggested that a Public Hearing date be set. On motion by
Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilman McGarr, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby
sets November 7, 1990 as the date
for a Public Hearing on a proposed
Board of Architectural Review;
and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be,
and she hereby is authorized to
publish in an official newspaper
of the Town, Notice of said
Hearing as required by law.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the regular meetings of September 18, 1990 and October
3, 1990 were approved as corrected.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Councilwoman Price suggested that letters be written to both Gail
Shaffer, Secretary of State, and the New York Times Editorial Board
about the inappropriateness of the Times, editorial comment in
yesterday's New York Times with regard to Davids Island.
Councilman McGarr and Councilwoman Price mentioned that they will work
with the Village of Larchmont on a written agreement on the Reservoir.
TOWN CLERK
The Clerk presented the Building & Plumbing Report for September 1990.
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AWOURIWENP
There being no further business to come before the Board, the
Supervisor declared the following proclamation for United Nations Week
in the Town of Mamaroneck, and on motion by Councilwoman Price,
seconded by Councilman McGarr, the meeting was unanimously declared
adjourned in honor of United Nations Week.
PROC-L-AMAT ION
WHEREAS, This year all Americans are asked to renew their
support for and dedication towards the United
Nations system and the important work it has
accomplished for the past 45 years; and
WHEREAS, It is apparent to everyone that the firm and
united response of nations throughout the
world to the Traqi-_ invasion of Kuwait, led
prompt and decisive actions by the United
States, and would not have been possible without
the United Nations as a recognized international
conscience of the world; and
WBEREAS, On the 45t12 anniversary of the United Nations'
founding, Americans of all ages and backgrounds
join together throughout the nation on United
Nations Day to demonstrate to the rest of the
world that the United States continues to support
the work of the U.N. through constructive and
cooperative action on myriad world problems and
concerns.
NCW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
that I, Caroline Silverstone, Supervisor of the
Town of Mamaroneck, New York, do hereby proclaim
that October 21 through October 27 be observed as
UNITED NATIONS WEEK
In the Town of Mamaroneck and urge all citizens to
participate in programs and activities designed to
foster an understanding of the potential of the
United Nations towards promoting world peace and
well being.
IN WITNESS wHEREoF, I have hereunto set my hand and
caused the seal of the Town of Mamarroneck to be
affixed this 17th day of October 1990.
Caroline Silverstone, Supervisor
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r Tam of Mamaroneck
Patricia A. DiCioccio
Town Clerk
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