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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987_10_07 Town Board Regular Minutes OCT. 71987 307 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD AND BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD ON THE 7TH DAY OF OCTOBER 1987 IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE TOWN CENTER, 740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK CONVENE REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Battalia at 7:00 p.m. in the Court Room. Present were the following members of the Board: Supervisor Dolores A. Battalia Councilman Thomas R. Amlicke Councilwoman Caroline Silverstone Councilman Stephen C. Chapin Councilman Lawrence A. Lerman was not present at this meeting. Also present were: Carol A. Acocella, Deputy Town Clerk Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator Edward M. Lieberman, Counsel to the Town P. Thomas Leddy, Highway Superintendent Town Clerk, Patricia A. DiCioccio, was not present at this meeting. • RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION On motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Board recess into Executive Session in Conference Room A to discuss matters..of personnel, labor:_negotiations, lease=negotiations, and real property. Thereafter, on motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously resolved to adjourn the Executive Session at 8:25 p.m. RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Battalia at 8:35 p.m. in the Court Room. -1- QCT. 7 1986 308 CALL TO ATTENTION Supervisor Battalia pointed out to those assembled the location of exits as required by law for public gatherings. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Battalia at 8:40 p.m. in the Court Room. Present were the following members of the Commission: _.._Commissioner Dolores A. Battalia Commissioner Thomas R. Amlicke Commissioner Caroline Silverstone Commissioner Stephen C. Chapin Commissioner Lawrence A. Lerman was not present at this meeting. 1. Fire Claims Commissioner Chapin presented fire claims for authorization of payment and on 'his motion, seconded by Commissioner Silverstone, 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: Richard Baumblatt $ 4.00 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 506.70 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 821.33 Larchmont Auto Parts Dist. , Inc. 4.84 Consolidated Laundries, Inc. 31.00 Lawrence Heat & Power Corp. 94.29 Diane B._McBrayer 2.00 New England Uniform Co. 220.00 NYNEX 9.00 Portronix 84.00 Lt. W. Premuroso 3.00 Town of Mamaroneck Professional Fire Fighters Association 102.18 $1,882.34 2: Other Business - None There being no further_business to come_before this Commission, on motion by Commissioner Silverstone, seconded by Commissioner Amlicke, it was unanimously declared that this meeting be adjourned at 8:50 p.m. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointment - Coastal Zone Management Commission Supervisor Battalia explained that this was Councilman Lerman's liaison assignment, and that he had related to her that although -2- OCT. 7 198T 309 he had spoken to Dr. C. Alan Mason who was willing to serve once again, he had been unable to contact Mr. Arthur Katz, and since there was a. question._at the time of his original appointment as to whether he would be able to serve more than one year, Councilman Lerman feels we should receive some clarification first as to whether he will serve another term. Thereafter, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Dr. C. Alan Mason of 482 Weaver Street, Town, is hereby appointed to serve another full term on the Coastal Zone Management Commission. Supervisor Battalia reported that she and Mayor Curnin of Larchmont Village had conferred and appointed_Mr.-:Robert :_ S. Schoenberger to remain as Chairman for an additonal year. 2. Set Public Hearing - Resolution-No Parking Here to Corner be established on Daymon Terrace Town Administrator, Stephen Altieri, explained that during the summer months the Police Department worked with the Murray Avenue PTA and the Principal with respect to providing additional safety for children walking to school from Weaver Street. He reported the problems, and "explained".the steps the Town:has. already taken and the recommendation of the Traffic Committee:. that a No Parking From Here to Corner on the school side of Daymon Terrace be established. Thereafter, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby sets October 21, 1987 as the date for a Public Hearing on the Traffic Committees recommendation for establishment of a No Parking From Here to Corner on the Murray Avenue School side of Daymon Terrace; and it is further RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to publish in The Daily Times., the Notice of said Hearing as required by law, and to send notices to the Murray Avenue PTA co-Presidents. 3. Set Public Hearing - Resolution-Three Hour Parking-Huguenot Drive Mr. Altieri informed the Board that the Traffic Committee-had received a petition from residents of Huguenot Drive indicating concern over commuters parking all day on Huguenot Drive. He said the matter was reviewed by the Traffic Committee and the Police Department,and it was their recommendation to establish Three Hour Parking on Huguenot Drive between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. from Monday through Friday with the exception of holidays. -3- OCT. '71987 310 Thereafter on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby sets October 21, 1987 as the date for a Public Hearing on establishing _Three Hour Parking except on Holidays, on Huguenot Drive between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. as recommended by the Traffic Committee and Police Department;_: ... be it further RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to publish in The Daily Times, the Notice of said Hearing as required by law. 4. Proposed Feasibility Study - Alternate Flood Control Projects -Sheldrake River The Supervisor explained that following the meeting of last week, arrangements were made by Legislator Keane to meet with a staff member since the commissioners were unavailable. She added that on October 6th, she, the Administrator and Consulting Engineer met with the staff member and that the County has a number of concerns about the project we have proposed, which are valuable and reasonable concerns. She concluded that, at this point, she would request that the Administrator describe the more technical part of the discussion. Mr. Altieri explained that at the meeting we described our proposal to install a storm drain pipe in the trench being excavated for a sanitary sewer to be constructed during 1988. He went on to say that we asked about the= County's concerns so we might incorporate their concerns into a feasibility study to be conducted by Malcolm Pirnie. He added further, that they were concerned about the following_:five facts: (1) The proposal was to have one pipe right above the other and in the event they had to access their pipe for maintenance it may be difficult in view of our storm drain pipe being in the way. We discussed which pipe should be on top of the other, based on the fact that the whole I/I project is to eliminate storm water from the sanitary sewer and not have sanitary sewerage end up in our stream, it was thought best that the storm water pipe be over the sanitary sewer pipe; (2) Whether the manholes could be constructed so as not to be confusing. There are points where the County intends to use the old manholes and there are points where we might have to construct a new trench to bypass their pipe. They felt they would prefer to see what they call a "step trench" where sanitary sewer would be down below and the storm drain pipe would be above, either to the right or left of the sanitary sewer pipe. This obviously means additional excavation costs; (3) The availability of our preparing appropriate specs and plans on time for their March 1988 deadline. They are under that deadline, as is the Town, in order to receive federal funding for their project; (4) They were interested in what size pipe we would be considering installing. It was indicated that we would have to do some analysis as to the flow data that exists in current -4- OCT. 71087 311 studies so we are not yet certain as to what size pipe we would install. (5) The fact that if the pipe was over 40 or 50 inches, would the trench be of adequate depth to accommodate both pipes. Mr. Altieri concluded that they then met with Gary Trachtman and that he is going to review the data, take into account the County's concerns, and prepare a report for this Board within the next few weeks. Supervisor Battalia then asked the Administrator to discuss the amount of water that could flow through a 36 inch pipe based on what we need for various storms. He explained that when a study was conducted the County had contemplated new sewer pipe which is 36 inches and would have to carry roughly, at peak times, 530 to 550 cubic feet a second. He noted that the flow data that the Army Corp.. had put together for storm water indicated roughly 1100 cubic feet per second carried in their proposal for a concrete flume. _Councilwoman. Silverstone asked how big a pipe would carry 1100 cubic feet per second, to which Mr. Altieri stated that he did not know, this was something Mr. Trachtman would have to answer. Supervisor Battalia stated that she had asked him and he estimated that a 5 foot pipe would carry 6 times that amount. Dr. Mason commented that they are working with figures involving manhole to manhole flow and that what we are considering is not manhole to manhole, but a direct through pipe and that there is no reason why this would have to carry the entire flow. Mr. Altieri asked if a direct line meant that we would not have manholes in the system. Dr. Mason Answered no and went on to explain. Supervisor Battalia suggested to the Board that they meet with Gary Trachtman informally, since he is familiar with the CZM plan, to explore the proposals and see if we can map out a scope of a feasibility study for the Town's flood control and prevention program. She announced that Councilman Lerman is asking the CZM to have it put on their agenda, and she had spoken to Bob Schoenberger direct and asked to have it put on the agenda so that the projects we feel are important can take priority. Dr. Mason advised that starting down at the lower end of the pipe where the project will begin will take some time, so even if the other project is not ready on March 1st it would not prevent them from starting on Falls Road. Councilman Amlicke asked if this meeting would be a work session with Gary Trachtman and if other people could attend. Supervisor Battalia stated yes, but let us receive some information from CZM first. Mrs. O'Brien of 87 East Brookside Drive, Town, asked where the trench would be. Supervisor Battalia responded that she did not have the County plans, but the trench would be along the brook. She added that we have asked the County, _since it is their proposal, to set up a public information session and we expect to hear from them shortly as to where they will set up to explain the nature of their project. In the meantime, she added, the Administrator has a set of the County's plans in his office. Another resident asked if Gary Trachtman was an employee of the Town, to which Supervisor Battalia responded that he was an employee of Malcolm Pirnie and that they are our consulting engineers. -5- OCT. 7 1997 312 Councilwoman Silverstone mentioned..that _she thought it may be important to clarify the sewer main. Supervisor Battalia stated that she thought most people had been at the prior meeting, and went on to explain that this is a proposal that the Town is exploring. She explained that the County is under an order from the State, as is the Town, to do major sewer renovation throughout the Town and a suggestion was made that while they are in this flood zone area, the Town consider tying into that project and perhaps installing pipe that will carry some of the storm water. She concluded that during the course of these meetings, inquiries arose as to the nature and extent of the County's project and they have agreed to come here, at our request, to give information. 5. Authorization - Study of Bonnie Briar Country Club Before this discussion began, Councilman Chapin made the following statement: "I have abstained, and will continue to abstain from all discussions and decisions of the Town Board relating to the Bonnie Briar development by the developer who is currently proposing to do so. I have also left the room every time the Town Board discussed this development in Executive Session. The reason is that my wife is an associate of the law firm that is representing the developer and there_is: .potential of a conflict if I were to participate." Mr. Altieri then went on to explain that earlier this year the Board had considered requesting Dan Schuster, who has done our joint planning work as well as the CZM. plan to take a further look at the Bonnie Briar property. He added further that the LWRP considers some of the issues relating to Bonnie Briar, but obviously ceases when it comes to issues such as zoning. He explained that he had received a proposal for conducting a study of Bonnie Briar from Dan Schuster, but was unable to meet with him before this evening and so has_ no dollar amount for the study included. Mr. Altieri concluded by stating that the Board could authorize the study with a maximum amount to be spent, recommending an amount in the area of $2,000 to $2,500, and should that not be enough he would come back to the Board with the alternate amount. Councilman Amlicke stated that there was no real rush and we could schedule this for the next meeting when we will receive the exact amount that he will charge. Supervisor Battalia stated that since it is something we would like to do, she would like to see us move on it. This item was put off until October 21st. At this time a representative from the League of Women Voters read the following statement: The Larchmont League of Women Voters, concerned for::a..number._of :.years about recreation in__our community, has embarked on a study of the recreational facilities in the Town of Mamaroneck and the Village -6- OCT. 7 1987 313' Larchmont. We have, in the past, stressed the importance of continuing evaluation of recreational programs, services and facilities, and we know that a successful recreational program must respond to the needs of citizens of all ages. One of the primary focuses of our new recreation study is the possible conversion of the Bonnie Briar Country Club into a public facility for the use of Town residents. The League recommends the acquisition by the Town of the rights of first refusal on any remaining open spaces, of which we have very little, in the Town of Mamaroneck. Bonnie Briar is prime space. We are very concerned, as well, about the environmental impact of any new building on even a portion of the grounds of Bonnie Briar. More and more building means more and more flooding, and parts of Bonnie Briar are already flooding without new construction. We need to look very carefully at the miniscule amount of open space left in this Town and very judicially preserve our environment. 6. Request for Resolution - Jay Property in Rye Councilwoman Silverstone reported that the Jay Property located on the Boston Post Road in Rye was, until a few years ago, owned by the Methodist Church, and that the mansion on the property was the boyhood home of John Jay, the first Chief Justice of the United States,which gives it historical value. She added that the property is next to the Marshlands Conservancy which runs down to the Long Island Sound and that there is a great deal of concern by conservation groups that any development would be detrimental to the conservancy because of the fact that the Jay property is higher and water would run off the marshland property and then to Long Island Sound. She went on to say that a group calling themselves the Jay Coalition has been gaining support for public acquisition of the Jay property. She named some of the groups that have endorsed the Jay Coalition, such as the Larchmont and Mamaroneck- Historical Societies, the Life Center, CAC, a group known as Save Our Residential Environment, and she mentioned that there were many other groups across the County. She then requested the Board pass a resolution which would simply lend its support because of the historic and environmental value of the property and stating that we do not offer financial support to the City of Rye or Jay Coalition, just purely moral support. Councilman Amlicke asked if one of our local developers owned the property now, to which Councilwoman Silverstone stated yes. Councilman Amlicke then asked if she has shown any interest in selling it to this Coalition, to which Councilwoman Silverstone responded that she has been offered 6.2 million for it but she refused. Thereafter, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck supports the efforts of the Jay Coalition to save the Jay Property in the City of Rye, and supports public acquisition of this valuable historic and environmental resource; -7- pQ r,, `7 lg81 314 and be it further RESOLVED, that although the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck is unable to offer any financial support, the Board hopes that this show of support is effective in moving our County and State officials to constructive action. Councilman Chapin asked if the current effort by the Jay Coalition is for State funding and has the County stated that it cannot afford to buy the land. Councilwoman Silverstone explained that the State has said it is not in a position to initiate condemnation proceedings. Councilman Chapin then asked what the plan is and whether it is up to the County to initiate condemnation proceedings. Councilwoman Silverstone stated that the Jay Coalition is working on a number of options, money set aside_fromNew York State from the environmental bonding act and money put aside from the Westchester County budget, as well as private monies available. She went on to emphasize that how it is acquired is not the subject of this resolution since what they are asking for at this point is moral support. Supervisor Battalia pointed out that is was her understanding that the State has money to acquire critical environmental areas, wetlands, marshlands, etc. Councilman Chapin stated that he was trying to make it clear that we are advocating public acquisition, whether by the State or County, and obviously if it happens at the County level, our taxes would be greater than if it happened at the State level. Councilwoman Silverstone admitted that this was true, but felt we have to take a broad view since we are short of parklands. and this happens to be an area where the effect on the marshland could be consider- able. Supervisor Battalia stated that money was not the issue, it is who takes the lead. -and who condemns that is really the issue. Councilman Chapin stated that_ if there are State funds available, he is in favor. 7. Discussion - Proposed UA Columbia Law Councilman Amlicke stated that as liaison to the Cable Board of TV Control, he had brought to this Board's attention a request by UA Columbia that local communities pass an ordinance requiring builders to provide cable television service lines when they install new lines for electricity and telephones._so .they_also will be placed underground. This is to our advantage, he added, since it will be an improvement to the community. Mr. Altieri clarified that it allows for the cable company to be granted an automatic easement so that at the time the trenching is done for phone and electric wires, they could simultaneously install their cable lines, merely taking advantage of the work going on. Councilman Chapin asked why the cable company and developers cannot work this out among themselves, and why we . have to be involved in granting easements. Supervisor Battalia questioned whether it would affect our site plan process. Town Counsel, Lieberman, explained that it would effect a savings since the cable company would not have to go in again to dig another trench. He also stated that he had discussed the matter with Lee Hoffman, Counsel to the Planning Board and since this will affect Planning Board procedures, Lee suggested that the Board refer this matter to the Planning Board. Mr. Lieberman went on to say that the Town grants an easement, which only states that it be a condition of any subdivision -8- OCT. 7 1987 315 approval that the developer grant a right of easement as is done for any other utility. Councilman Chapin questioned why we have to make that condition. Supervisor Battalia stated that she thought this proposal should be aired at a public hearing, but the first step would be to send it to the Planning Board. Councilman Chapin again stated that he has problems with it. Councilman Amlicke commented that the ordinance was not clear to him and he felt that we should look at some other model ordinances. Counsel Lieberman informed the Board that what they were using for reference was an excerpt from an upstate New York community, provided to us from UA Columbia as an example. On a motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously declared that this matter be referred to the Planning Board. 8. Referral of Litter Law to Coastal Zone Management Commission Councilman Amlicke stated that he thought this had already been referred to CZM one month and a half ago. He'added that he had gotten a request from the Chairman and wrote to the Administrator, requesting that he send a copy for their review, and he assumed that they had been reviewing it. Supervisor Battalia asked Counsel if it had to be referred by formal resolution. Mr. Lieberman said no, this could be done informally. Mr. Altieri stated that he knew that the CAC had seen it but would have to check with the CZM. 9. Transfer of Funds - Highway Tractor The Administrator enumerated that earlier this year the Board was made aware of problems With lawn care equipment and the breakdown of two out of the three pieces of equipment.which :are, approximately thirty years old. He explained further that he and the Highway Superintendent have been seeking available equipment and have come upon a Westchester County purchasing contract for a riding lawn mower which will serve the needs of the Town not only as a mower but as a snow plow for sidewalks and other small areas. He concluded that if the Board approves purchase, we are able to purchase under County contract which would not require bidding, but it would be necessary to transfer from the unexpended Highway fund the amount necessary. Thereafter, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to transfer $10,540. from the Town Highway Department's reserve balance for the purchase of a Jacobson Turf Cat model #GW224 with appropriate attachments, under Westchester County contract GS-07F-13011. -9- 316 10. Salary Authorization - Administrator's Office - Recreation a) Administrator's Office Mr. Altieri stated that he needs help in his office and has developed a plan that would create the position of Assistant to the Town Administrator. He proposed using a current employee, Paulette Gabriellini, and added that the Supervisor has indicated that her office does require a certain amount of clerical work but that it can be accomplished through a part- time secretary., _He suggested that Paulette be appointed at a salary of $23,500, noting that her current salary is $20,800, and that a part-time secretary could be hired at about $12,000. Thereafter, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Chapin, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby appoints Paulette Gabriellini to the position of Assistant to the Town Administrator, at a salary of $23,500 annually, in effect through fiscal 1988. b) Recreation Pursuant to a memo from William Zimmermann, Superintendent of Recreation, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke it was unanimously RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 1987 Town Budget, payment of salary is authorized to the following: Matthew McGurie, Lifeguard, $3.50/hr. effective 10/1/87; Perrin Tingley, Lifeguard, $3.50/hr. effective 10/1/87; Ed Clinton, Rink Installer/Part-time Mgr. $7.00/hr. effective 10/1/87; Dave Sandoval, Rink Installer/Mgr. $6.50/hr. effective 10/1/87; Al Wallen, Rink Installer, $8.00/hr. effective 10/1/87; _ _Tom Kirchoff, Rink Installer/Skate Guard, $4.00/hr. effective 10/1/87; B. Stone, Rec. Asst/Teen Center, $7.85/hr. effective 10/1/87; P. Sollazzo, Rec. Asst/Teen Center, $7.85/hr. effective 10/1/87; S. Elson, Rec. Asst/Teen Center, $8.00/hr. effective 10/1/87; E. Smith, Rec. Asst/Teen Center, $8.00/hr. effective 10/1/87; J. Gacio, Rec. Asst/Teen Center, $7.50/hr. effective 10/1/87; P. Radogna, Rec. Asst/Teen Center, $7.50/hr. effective 10/1/87; Cathy Cilento, Women's Fitness Instructor, $55.00/per session, effective 10/13/87; Cindy Owen, Women's Fitness Instructor, $40.00/per session, effective 10/13/87. At this time Supervisor Battalia announced that the reason that the Town Administrator was not present at the Special Board Meeting held on September 29th was because he became the proud father of Christopher Matthew. -10- OCT. 7 1987 317 11. Authorization to Accept Bids - Police Winter and Summer Uniforms - Diesel Fuel - Fuel Oil #2 - Street Painting - Cleaning of Police Uniforms - Rental of Work Uniforms (2 years) Pursuant to a memo from the Town Administrator explaining the need to seek competitive bids for the above-listed commodities for the fiscal year 1988, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to advertise and accept bids for: - police winter and summer uniforms - diesel fuel - fuel oil #2 - street painting - cleaning of police uniforms - rental of work uniforms for two years; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the publication in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, The Daily Times, of said Notice of Invitation to Bid on the above items. 12. Transfer of Funds - Capitol Project 87-7 Road Resurfacing Pursuant to a memo from the Town Administrator's office, explaining that.the .road 'resurfacing_is. a Capital Project, Mr. Altieri stated that appropriations of $145,000 were appropriated in the 1987 budget. Councilman Amlicke asked if all projects have been completed, to which Mr. Leddy stated that no, they have not been completed. Councilman Amlicke went on to point out several items which have not been completed on certain streets within the Town. Thereafter, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to transfer the 1987 budget appropriation of $145,000 for the resurfacing of roads within the Town to the Capital Projects Fund Account #86-7. At this time Supervisor Battalia requested a resolution from the Board authorizing her to discuss use of space at the Town Center by the Larchmont Historical Society. She commented that they need space to store historical treasures and it seems appropriate that we grant them space on the third floor which we do not need at this time. They could. also help us, with_historical records in the:.Clerk's. .office__and displaying in Town offices. Councilman Amlicke asked Counsel to the -11- QCT. 7 MI 318 Town if it was necessary to develop some sort of legal relationship between the Historical Society and the Town, to which Mr. Lieberman replied that they are an existing entity and perhaps we could draw up some sort of legal document. On motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Supervisor to proceed with discussion with the Larchmont Historical Society for use of space on the third floor of the Town Center for storage and display of historical treasures. PROCLAMATION - United Nations Week - October 18-24, 1987 The Supervisor stated she had received the annual request for a proclamation on the United Nations .from a very familiar gentleman, _ and then requested that Mr. Lee--Bloom read- the proclamation. Motion was made by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone and the following proclamation was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, October 24 marks the forty-second anniversary of the United Nations Charter; WHEREAS, the United Nations can be effective in fulfilling the promise of the Charter only with the full support and cooperation of its member states and of their peoples; and WHEREAS, when such support has been provided the United Nations has made important strides in peacekeeping, as in Cyprus, the Sinai and the Golan Heights; in world health, as in the virtual elimination of smallpox and the effective control of other diseases; in famine relief, as in Africa in this decade; in the environment, as in the agreements to protect the Mediterranean in which Israel and Arab states jointly participated in complete harmony, and as in the recent agreements to protect the ozone layer; and in numerous other areas of human concern; and WHEREAS, accomplishments of these kinds are facilitated when the major powers exer- cise their influence in concert rather than in confrontation, as in the recent unanimous Security Council resolution calling for a cease fire in Iran-Iraq war; and WHEREAS, current progress towards reaching agreements between the United States and and the Soviet Union on reduction of nuclear armaments and on a range uf of other issues gives hope to all of mankind that, acting together, all can benefit; and WHEREAS, the United Nations has implemented important reforms in its administration, procedures, and budgetary controls in response to constructive criticisms put forward by both the United States and the Soviet Union; and WHEREAS, during 1987 the United Nations has devoted major efforts to such issues as shelter for the homeless, drug abuse and illegal trafficking, hunger and poverty, which are not only international issues but are of major concern both in our nation and in our community. • NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that I , Dolores A. Battalia, Supervisor of the Town of Mamaroneck, hereby proclaim October 18-24, 1987 UNITED NATIONS WEEK in the Town of Mamaroneck, and invite all citizens to inform themselves more fully about the United • Nations, and to take an active role in public discussions as to how it can best fulfill the- -high purposes for which it was established. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my hand_ and caused the seal of the Town of Mamaroneck to be affixed this '7th day of -October, 1987. Supervisor Dolores A. Battalia Town of Mamaroneck -12- OCT. 7 5987 319 WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS There were no written communications to come before the Board at this time. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS No one in attendance wished to address the Board at this time. THE SUPERVISOR Reports: Supervisor Battalia stated that she failed to mention one item when we were addressing flood control. She stated that she had received a call from SenatorMoynihan's office, they had heard that perhaps we were not interested in the flume and offered his staff experts to meet with us. She stated that she told them we would be very interested in those monies being used on other projects and they offered to call back and set up a meeting. The Supervisor stated that we have a new access coordinator at the LMCTV, Joe Windisch, a very dynamic man, who has instituted a series of programs which will rotate among the three municipalities. She added that ours will be called "On the Town," the name of our newsletter. She concluded that she taped a show on the 6th which will be shown on the 13th at 7:30 p.m. , and also interviewed with Bill Zimmermann on recreation and the new Hommocks facility, and if anyone has ideas for future shows she would be happy to hear of them. REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL Councilman Amlicke stated that Joe Windisch was approved as liaison to the Cable TV Board of Control by unanimous recommendation of the LMCTV Board of Directors. He said that the Board meetings would be televised on a regular basis and he recommended that two cameras be used so that people in the audience can also be seen and heard, since it can be boring to just keep staring at us all night long. He added that they agreed to take this into consideration and try to do it. At this time, Councilwoman Silverstone stated that she had received a phone call from someone who said they were coming to her .home .to inspect her cable, and when she asked why, they said the Cable Commission requested them to do so. She questioned whether this is legitimate. Councilman Amlicke stated that he would check their credentials, but assumed that there were a lot of illegal hook ups. Counsel suggested we get in touch with Ned Purves, attorney for the cable commission and look into this. Councilman Amlicke asked the status of the leaf composting, to which Mr. Altieri responded that he had met with Malcolm Pirnie and that Gary brought down a staff person who would be preparing a study, hopefully for the October 21st meeting. Councilman Amlicke stated that Dr. Siconolfi, who was on the burglar alarm committee, is here tonight. He added that letters were sent out to the loyal members of the committee informing them of the terrible results on the last bids gone out. He then asked if we had gotten any replies from the committee with any show of interest in -13- OCT. 7 1981 320 getting together again, to which Mr. Altieri replied that we have received nothing- back. Dr. Siconolfi stated that he agreed with the letter and there is no company interested in doing anything with it. Councilman Amlicke stated that the fences installed at the train station to keep people out after 11:00 p.m. have had the posts ripped out so that the gate will no longer stay open. He suggested that it would be nice if they could install it a little better this time so that it remains in position, and wondered if we had reimbursed the Village for that work since they have not yet corrected the drainage problem under the station. Supervisor Battalia stated that we are about to go into budget, and have made an arrangement with the Larchmont Village Board regarding the Library budget presentation, and then suggested that Councilman Amlicke get in touch with the liaison from the Village Board. Councilman Amlicke stated that the agreement states that they have to appear before us. Councilwoman Silverstone stated that she had written to the Library Board concerning accessibility to the handicapped, and is hoping that we can get movement on this. Councilman Amlicke stated that it is already in the works, and he believes that it is coming out of their own capital improvement fund. Councilwoman Silverstone stated that she had received a request that since we put back the Rock Ridge Road rezoning into an R-30 zone by mistake, it needs to be undone. Supervisor Battalia commented that there is an issue as to whether or not it was an error. Councilwoman Silverstone reported that she had a conversation with the co-president of Central School who is concerned about the traffic lights on Palmer Avenue. She informed the Board that she spoke with the Police Commissioner and he admitted that it is a very difficult problem, and that the resolution of the last meeting was that we wait for the Weaver. Street Bridge closing to materialize. She added that the Commissioner said he would check with some of the police staff on the question of traffic control at the entrance to Central School. Mr. Altieri stated that the Westchester County Department of Transportation did a study of that intersection since it is a County road and determined that there was not the volume to warrant a traffic light. Councilwoman Silverstone stated that the Police Commissioner feels that there is a lot of traffic there and parents of the school children are very up-in-arms about this situation. She then suggested that this matter go to the Traffic Committee. Councilwoman Silverstone commented that there has been a Con Edison trench open on her street for about three weeks so that they can connect a gas pipe to a house, but until the homeowner allows them into the house to shut off the pilot lights, the trench remains open. She questioned whether there is a limit as to how long a trench can remain open and what could be done about it. Mr. Altieri stated that the street opening permit does not have a time limit, but that Mr. Leddy will contact Con Edison to see if they can close or plate the trench. Councilwoman Silverstone informed that she had a meeting with the Board of Ethics and went over the State law and also the document provided by Senator Brodsky, which explained what local responsibility is with relation to the State law. She noted that the Board of Ethics was pleased to report that the Town of Mamaroneck is pretty much in compliance with the State law for municipalities with a population of under 50,000 and suggested that we write to the State, sending them a copy of our law as well as the disclosure statement. In the meantime, she concluded, the Ethics Board would like the Town -14- 321 Attorney to call on the good efforts of the Municipal Law Library in order to help us compare our law with the State to see _if there are further items we should act upon. Councilwoman Silverstone then announced that she would be interested in seeing the Town buy some microphones with long lines so that when there are large groups of people in the room they can be set on stands where people would be able to go to the microphone to speak. At this time, ex-Councilman Bloom stated that he finds it very difficult to hear the Board members even with the microphones on and that maybe they can be turned up a bit. Some Board members stated that they all have a tendency to sit back. Councilman Chapin commented that the Town has been sending police to various businesses on the Post Road that have been littered, and they have met with success, temporary success lasting only one day. He stated that we have a local law on the books, it is an old law, and one of the things he would like to do is_reconsider it while discussing the broader litter law with the new ideas on it. He then stated that he felt the whole Town was in wonderful condition. Councilman Chapin stated that the Town Board and the Management Advisory Committee have been meeting for a long time and have put more than 50 hours into the development of a strategic plan for the next five years. He added further that the focus has been on five or six different goals, of which he has given each Board member summarized pages of these goals,and he would like to set a date now for discussion on the finalization of these strategic plans and have them in place when we begin the budget process. Further discussion ensued as to when the Board could set up a meeting. Ex-Councilman Bloom stated that in reference to Councilman Chapin's comments on the litter law and existing ordinances, it may be of interest to look back in the files of 1983 for an analysis he did of all the provisions of the current ordinances relating to litter, Fe added that when Mr. DiSalvo prepared a draft litter law, he pointed out the necessity of ensuring that when the new litter law was adopted, all these different things were either deleted or made consistent. Supervisor Battalia stated that since everyone had the draft of the dumping law, she would like to set a hearing at the next meeting. Supervisor Battalia stated alsothat_she wished to remind everyone that on October 18th there will be the dedication of the Westchester County Vietnam Veterans War Memorial in Somers. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman Chapin, the meeting was adjourned at 10:05 p.m. Carol A. 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