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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984_04_04 Town Board Regular Minutes 090 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS AND THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD ON THE 4TH DAY OF APRIL 1984, IN THE AUDITORIUM OF THE TOWN CENTER, VILLAGE OF MAMARONECK, NEW YORK. CALL TO ATTENTION - Location of Exits Supervisor Battalia pointed out to those assembled the location of exits in the Auditorium as required by law for public gatherings. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Battalia at 8:19 P.M. in the Auditorium. Present were the following representing all member of the Commission: Commissioner Dolores A. Battalia Commissioner Lee H. Bloom Commissioner Thomas R. Amlicke Commissioner Caroline Silverstone Commissioner Lawrence A. Lerman Also present were: Dorothy S. Miller, Town Clerk Carol A. Acocella, Deputy Town Clerk Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator Steven M. Silverberg, Counsel to the Town 1. Claims Commissioner Bloom presented fire claims for authorization of payment and on his motion, which was 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: Garfield-Wolar Electrical Corp. $ 55.26 National Fire Protection Association 143.88 New York Telephone Company 867.60 New York Telephone Company 65.38 Portronix Communications, Inc. 3.75 Suburban Communications 343.45 Westchester Joint Water Works 45.65 $ 1,524.97 -1- 091 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before this Commission, on motion by Commissioner Silverstone, seconded by Commissioner Lerman, it was unanimously declared that this meeting be adjourned at 8:21 P.M. IIICONVENE REGULAR MEETING At this time, on motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously resolved that the regular meeting be convened. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the Special Meeting of March 2, 1984 were presented and on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Lerman, were approved by a majority of those in attendance at that meeting. The minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 7, 1984 were presented and on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Supervisor Battalia, were unanimously approved as corrected. The minuntes of the Regular Meeting of March 21, 1984 were presented and on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke were unanimously approved as corrected. PRESENTATION - CONSERVATION ADVISORY COMMISSION ANNUAL • III REPORT - 1983 Supervisor Battalia introduced Conservation Advisory Commission Chairman Alan Mason and, after he presented copies of the Commission's report to the Board, he introduced Mrs. Susan Amlicke who spoke about Solid Waste Management and Recycling. She enumerated the Town's various types of recycling and the financial aspects of each. She noted further, when comparing 1982 and 1983, the reasons for the drop in the participation of some of the recycling efforts, and recommended ways to solve the problem. Mrs. Elizabeth Stern from L.I.F.E. Center spoke about Beautification Day, Saturday, April 7th and urged all citizens to participate in the cleanup, both civically and personally. Dr. Mason referred to a portion of the report written by Friends of the Reservoir President, James G. Johnson, Jr. about the reservoir which has become an extended classroom for students by showing -the impact of the environment on man and vice versa. Dr. Mason also brought to attention the listing of emergency telephone numbers on the back cover of the report as compiled by Mary Anne Johnson relating to oil spills or other toxic III substances in waterways. Concern about the possible impact on recycling programs in relation to the proposed transfer station was expressed by the C.A.C. Chairman. -2- 09? He also proudly reported to the Board that he has been advised by the State Environmental Conservation Department that the Town's C.A.C. is its model program and whenever a community wishes to initiate such a program, the Town's report is used as the model. He then asked for approval of the report so it can be sent to Albany. Thereafter, following further discussion about specifics of Saturday's upcoming Beautification Day and Councilman Amlicke's congratulations to the C.A.C. for an excellent report and fine presentation, on his motion, seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby accepts and approves. the 1983.Annual Report of the Conservation Advisory Commission of the Town of Mamaroneck with a vote of thanks and appreciation to the Chairman and all members of the Commission, James G. Johnson, Jr. , President of the Friends of the Reservoir and Elizabeth Stern and all others involved with the L.I.F.E. Center. A brief discussion followed about the problems encountered at the Town yard by persons wishing to participate in recycling programs and Supervisor Battalia noted that new regulations have been instituted and written up for the staff to hand out. At this time also, the Supervisor reminded the C.A.C. Chairman that minutes of their meetings should be timely filed with the Town Clerk. NOT ON AGENDA - Mrs. Keane re Informational Meeting re Transfer Station Proposal At this time County Legislator Diane Keane addressed the Board stating that she and County Deputy Commissioner of Public Works, Ed Davies will be available to answer specific questions after the L.W.V. forum on April 11, 1984. Councilman Bloom spoke of the urgency of correcting the signalization problem at the intersection of Murray/Myrtle/ -Chatsworth which is to be tied into the transfer station proposal. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appontments: a) Joint Planning Committee Councilman Amlicke reiterated the above captioned Committee's desire to have representation from the C.A.C. and following his motion, which was seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby appoints Chiarman Alan Mason, Chairman of the Conservation Advisory Commission to serve as liaison to the Joint Planning Committee. -3- 09 Thereafter Supervisor Battalia reminded the Board of her request at the last meeting for them to submit a job description for the members of that Committee, so the Village Attorney and Town Counsel can move along with charging that group with their responsibilities. b) Coastal Zone Management Committee Councilman Lerman advised that the work load of the Committee will be increasing and explained their present lack of a co-chairperson, representing the Town. After some discussion during which the need for a co-chairman was clarified, on motion by Councilman Lerman, who recommended Shirley Tolley, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby appoints Shirley Tolley of 8 Dimitri Place, Town to serve as the Co- Chairman, representing the Town of Mamaroneck, of the Coastal Zone Management Committee. 2. Resolution - Board of Ethics Councilman Bloom reviewed the law creating said Board and its need for advice from Counsel as well as the request for stenographic services, if and when needed. He further noted that Board has also specifically requested a resolution by this Board formally requiring the Board of Ethics to review the Town's Ethics Code and make recommendations. Thereafter, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board pursuant to Chapter 24, Section 8 of the Town Code formally request that the Board of Ethics review Local Law #3 of 1970 (Ethics Code) and the rules and regulations of the Board of Ethics, and be it further RESOLVED, that the Board of Ethics provide to the Town Board recommendations for revisions and/or amendments. 3. Resolution - Recreation Commission Councilwoman Silverstone explained several reasons why a study of the Hommocks Ice Rink's future should be undertaken at this time, and on her motion, which was seconded by Councilman Amlicke, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, it has become necessary that the Town review the Hommocks Ice Rink facility for the purpose of determining its operation in the future; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby formally requests the Recreation Commission to prepare a report evaluating the Hommocks Ice Rink facility and prepare recommendations for its future. -4- 094 Councilwoman Silverstone advised that, since the Recreation Superintendent has not seen all programs in action, no changes are contemplated until he has had an opportunity to observe all of them before making any recommendations. She further noted that the Commission is in a position to prepare the report with the able assistance of the Recreation Super- intendent, the Administrator and the Comptroller. When Councilman Amlicke started to pursue the matter of the energy study, he was advised that the matter should not be discussed because it could be the subject of litigation. 4. Authorization - Consultant Contract - Coastal Zone Management Committee Councilman Lerman reviewed the work done by the Coastal Zone Management Committee thus far and the steps the Committee followed to secure a Consultant. Upon Councilman Lerman's motion, which was seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Town Supervisor to execute an agreement between the Town of Mamaroneck and Shuster Associates for work relating to the preparation of the Town of Mamaroneck's waterfront revitalization plan. 5. Authorization - Use of Voting Machines - Board of Education Mrs. Miller presented the request of the District Clerk and advised Board members of her concern that no fee is assessed by the Town to the School District even though the Town pays the School District for custodians' overtime at each school building used during elections. She stated that this adds up to a considerable amount. Some discussion followed and Councilwoman Silverstone stated she would take up this matter at the next Joint Coordinating Committee meeting. On motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Supervisor Battalia, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby grants the request of the Board of Education District Clerk for the use of fifteen (15) voting machines to be used in the Annual School District Budget Vote and Election on Wednesday, May 16, 1984. 6. Salary Authorization - Recreation On motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Town Administrator to hire Peter Treacy as a Recreation Assistant at $12.00 per session, Debbie Woods as a Recreation Assistant at $12.00 per session, Dominic Penzine as a Recreation Attendant at $4.00 per hour and Steven Iarocci as a Recreation Attendant at $4.00 per hour. The Town Administrator advised that the Central School and Memorial Park Tennis Courts are in good shape, but those at Hommocks, which can be used, will be unattended and no permit will be required for such use. -5- 095 7. Not on Agenda - Murray Avenue and Weaver Street Intersection Councilman Amlicke noted that the proposed planting at the above noted area could be a major undertaking because of the need to remove rock and macadam. The Supervisor spoke of her discussion with a member of the Larchmont Garden Club and that she and Mrs. Silverstone would attend their next meeting. Some discussion followed and Supervisor Battalia stated that both the Police and Traffic Commission will also be asked to follow up on this matter. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. Letters - Former Policemen, Larry McAllister and James Mancusi Councilman Bloom presented two letters addressed to the Town Supervisor by the above named retired police officers who recommended that the Town create a Safety Commissioner or Department of Public Safety, after which a brief discussion ensued. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 1. Leonard Martin Mr. Martin reminded the Board of the Budget Study Committee's prior recommendation for supporting financial information from the various committees and groups which receive Town funds. Supervisor Battalia responded that each Board member, in his or her capacity as liaison to a particular group, would obtain information piror to budget preparation. 2. Patricia Latona A brief discussion followed Mrs. Latona's query about adequate training of the Town's firemen and policemen in the event of an accident involving a truck traveling through the Town carrying hazardous materials. She was advised that the firemen are adequately trained. Supervisor Battalia noted that Assemblyman Perone is attempting to arrange a meeting with municipalities along I-95 and State Thruway authorities on the matters of safety of the Thruway. THE TOWN CLERK Regular Reports The Town Clerk presented the reports of the Building Inspector and the Town Clerk's Office for the month of March 1984. THE SUPERVISOR Reports Supervisor Battalia reported on the following: a) a fixed and firm time for holding special meetings prior to the regular board meetings. After apologizing for any inconvenience caused by the times the previous special -6- • 096. meetings have been held. Explaining why, Mrs. Battalia announced that every attempt will be made to hold such special meetings on the Wednesday prior to the regular meeting at 7:00 P.M. in the Supervisor's Office. b) the informational meeting on Westchester County's transfer station proposal to be held on Wednesday, April 11th at 8:00 P.M. at the Central School and invited local residents to remain after the meeting to hear County officials answer questions about technical aspects of the proposed agreement, who had agreed to do so at her request. c) various traffic and overnight parking problems encountered by apartment dwellers which made it apparent that it is desirable to re-establish a Tenants Council in the Town and stated further that the Supervisor will be seeking resumes for service on that Council. d) the heavy rain storm last week and announced that if residents received any damage from said storm, they should contact the Westchester County Department of Disaster and Emergency Services. e) Saturday, April 7th Cleanup and Beautification Day and urged all to participate. At this time Councilwoman Silverstone referred to the unsightly condition of certain properties in the Town, namely Guadagnolo and the adjourning Town property, M & M Market on Boston Post Road and Daitch Shopwell on Madison Avenue. f) that she had been invited to welcome those attending the County-wide annual meeting of Business and Professional Women at 12:00 noon on April 7th, which is to be hosted by the Mamaroneck Chapter. g) her appearance on Radio Station WVOX and at a meeting of the Rotary Club, at which times she spoke of, among other things, the thirty-nine (39) new appointments made since the beginning of the new year, only eleven (11) of whom had previously served in Town government, thus involving a broader segment of the community in Town affairs. h) that the Recreation Superintendent, William Zimmermann, will report on programming at the April 18th Town Board meeting. i) her attendance, along with Councilwoman Silverstone and Councilman Bloom, at a very special evening, marking the 60th Anniversary celebration of the V.F.W. j) her attendance with Councilwoman Silverstone at the Annual Interfaith Day. k) that the Supervisor, Councilman Lerman and Administrator Altieri had met last week with the President of the Larchmont Hills Association and that she had also met with the immediate adjacent neighbors. Councilman Lerman and the Town Administrator had met earlier this evening with a number of local residents on the issue of the transfer station proposal. -7- 091{/��y jy 9 ■�� REPORTS OF THE COUNCILMAN and THE COUNCILWOMAN Councilman Bloom reported on the following: 1) his attendance at the most recent Cable T.V. Board of Control meeting at which time a section of the franchise agreement was discussed with respect to the emergency override transmission. He stated that it was agreed that two persons from each of the three municipalities would be designated to be trained to be responsible for transmitting any required emergency information. Following some discussion as to whom should be so designated, the matter was tabled to the next meeting. Councilman Amlicke reported on the following: 1) his attendance on the previous night at the Tri-Municipal Bicycle Safety Commission meeting and reviewed the reason for the Commission's creation. He submitted to the Clerk for filing and distribution, a listing of the Commission's membership and noted that since there is very little written documentation on the formation of the group, he proposed that this Board consider a resolution creating such a Commission, consider that Commission's request for $200, consider the request for a ramp or curb cut on the island located at Weaver Street and Palmer Avenue, consider enacting an appropriate proclamation relative to an Awareness Day. The Town Administrator was asked to follow up with the Highway Superintendent the cost for ramping or curb cutting the island and report back to the Board. 2) the possibility that the Town may not be able to continue composting leaves at the Taylors Lane site and suggested that a meeting be set up with Mamaroneck Village officials relative to securing an alternate site. Councilwoman Silverstone reported on the following: 1) the fact that the State Department of Transportation will be conducting readings on noise levels along 1-95. 2) the fact that there is no American Flag at the Town Board meetings and asked that one be present in the future. 3) the final meeting of the Town Center Study Committee to be held on April 10th for the last presentation on the renovations to the Town Center. She urged all to come since this Board would like to have as much community input as possible. Councilman Lerman reported on the following: 1) his attendance at the March 28th meeting of the Town Zoning Board at which time a .variance was granted to L.M.R. Associated for modification of the original plan for an office building at Harrison Drive and enumerated other aspects of the application. -8- 098 2) that the Coastal Zone Management Committee will present a brief overview of its past and future activities at the Town Board meeting of April 18th. He noted further that that Committee's next meeting will be held on April 26th at the Weaver Street Firehouse and any interested resident is invited to attend because the Committee is anxious to hear from the citizenry. NOT ON AGENDA - Leonard Martin re Melron's (Cook's) Appeal & Con Edison Franchise Trial Counsel to the Town, Steven Silverberg, answered Mr. Martin's specific questions about the two above captioned matters. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before this Board, on motion by Councilman Lerman, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, the meeting was declared adjourned at 10:35 P.M. Town Clerk -9-