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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985_04_03 Town Board Regular Minutes 477 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE TOWN BOARD AND BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON THE 3RD DAY OF APRIL 1985 IN THE BOARD ROOM AND COURT ROOM OF THE LARCHMONT VILLAGE HALL, VILLAGE OF LARCHMONT. CONVENE REGULAR MEETING The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Supervisor Battalia in the Larchmont Village Court Room. Present were the following: Supervisor Dolores A. Battalia Councilman Lee H. Bloom Councilwoman Caroline Silverstone Councilman Lawrence A. Lerman Councilman Thomas R. Amlicke was not in attendance at this meeting. Also in attendance at this portion of the meeting was the Town Administrator, Stephen V. Altieri; Counsel to the Town, Lee A. Hoffman, Jr. ; Comptroller, Carmine A. DeLuca; and Administrative Intern, Rosalind Weinstein. I The Administrator presented to the Town Board a plan for implementing basic renovations to the third floor of the Town Center Building for the purpose of attracting appropriate tenants to rent this space. The Administrator also presented a financial summary of estimated expenses for the renovations and estimated income- from rentals. A discussion was held concerning the Town's offer to the Village of Mamaroneck of space on the third floor. All present members of the Board agreed with the concept of offering the space to the Village at cost. At this time the Administrator requested authorization for additional architectural fees in the amount of $20,000_for preparing working drawings and accepting proposals. It was the ;ronsensus of the Board that it was a good idea; however, it was decided that authorization for the architectural fees would be discussed later in the meeting when the public would be in attendance. Thereafter, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board will recess into Executive Session in the Board Room of the Larchmont Village Hall to discuss matters of personnel and litigation. The Supervisor, Board members, the Administrator, Counsel to the Town and the Administrative Intern were in attendance during the Executive Session. There was a discussion of the position of Fire Inspector and personnel in the Town's Administrative Offices. -1- 478• The Board then received an update on pending litigation matters from Lee Hoffman. On motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously resolved to adjourn the Executive Session at 8:18 p.m. CALL TO ATTENTION - Location of Exits 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 8:20 p.m. in the Court Room.. Present were the following: Commissioner Dolores A. Battalia Commissioner Lee H. Bloom. Commissioner Caroline Silverstone Commissioner Lawrence A. Lerman Commissioner Thomas R. Amlicke was not in attendance at this meeting. Also present were the following: Dorothy S. Miller, Town Clerk Carol A. Acocella, Deputy Town Clerk Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator Lee A. Hoffman, Jr., Counsel to the Town P. Thomas Leddy, Highway Superintendent 1. Claims Commissioner Silverstone presented fire claims for authorization of payment and on her motion, seconded by Commissioner Bloom, 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: -2- I i 4?.9 Airwick Professional Products $ 95.10 Con Edison 3.06 Con Edison 2.03 Con Edison 52.38 R.G. Brewer, Inc. 5.92 Dri-Chem Extinguisher Co. 187.00 ESCO, Exterminating Services 20.03 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 171.95 Home Fair 145.72 Larchmont Auto Parts 15.48 Larchmont Auto Parts 7.89 New York Telephone Co. 67.01 New York Telephone Co. 952.62 NYNEX Information Resources 9.00 Portronix Communications 314.90 Portronix Communications 150.50 RAD Oil Company 425.34 Mark Rappaport, Fire Fighter 75.00 Spiro-Wallach Company, Inc. 191.76 The State Insurance Fund 10,608.53 The State Insurance Fund 2,154.05 Shore Line Oil Company, Inc. 555.31 Town of Mamaroneck General Fund 184.62 Town of Mamaroneck Professional Fire Fighters Assoc. 110.04 Uniform Rental Inc. 57.52 Westchester Joint Water Works 50.21 $16,612.97 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before this Commission, on motion by Commissioner Bloom, seconded by Commissioner Silverstone, it was unanimously declared that this meeting be adjourned at 8:22 p.m. RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING At this time on motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously resolved that the regular meeting be reconvened. PRESENTATION - James Brenner and Robert McGrath-Municipal Tort Liability Reform Supervisor Battalia noted that local resident James Brenner, Assistant New York City Budget Director was unable to be here this evening, and introduced Robert McGrath, an employee of the New York City Office of Management and Budget, whose office oversees the insurance program for the City. Mr. McGrath stated that New York City has proposed legislation regarding municipal tort liability reform and his office is promoting and endorsing said legislation. His presentation included enumeration of the reform laws which would put New York State back in line with other states with respect to municipal liability by requiring that the legislature enact laws that would accomplish the goals relating to minimum insurance, pain and suffering and monetary ceiling. A rather extensive discussion took place, during which the Super- visor and Board members participated, with respect to municipalities' legal and moral obligations to compensate for legitimate claims -3- 480 against local government; but also their obligation to use tax dollars for the benefit of taxpayers. It was also noted that since there is no ceiling on the amount of claims, premiums have been raised and it has become difficult to either obtain or renew insurance at any price. Also discussed was the strong opposition to the legislation from trial lawyers and the major lobbying efforts on going by both sides of the issue. Harvey Brown, Larchmont Village Deputy Attorney and practicing attorney in White Plains, addressed the matter and stated that he has been on both sides by representing claimants and defendants and presented his views in opposition to the proposed legislation. Arthur Gasparini, representing the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Civic Association voiced his concern for municipal volunteers, questioned what the attitude of the local bar association is and requested that taxpayers be apprised of this very serious situation. Thereafter, at the close of the discussion, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilman Lerman the following resolution was unanimously adopted by the Board: WHEREAS, in recent years the cost of tort liability for local government has increased dramatically, especially in New York State; and WHEREAS, New York is one of only a few states with unlimited liability exposure for local government entities; I and WHEREAS, such unlimited liability has caused serious fiscal problems for local government budgets, which combined with reductions in federal assistance and volatile economic conditions, threatens the financial health of public treasuries and diverts limited tax dollars from the provision of essential services; and WHEREAS, the unpredictability of large damage awards and settlements is a constant threat to many of the State's smaller jurisdictions which may simply not be able to afford a catastrophic loss; and I WHEREAS, the State Legislation can take action to moderate local government liability at no cost to the State; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck respectfully requests the New York State Legislature to pass, and the Governor to sign into law (a) bill(s) for the. purpose and effect of: -4- 481 1. Amending the doctrine of joint and several liability to limit damages governmental defendants are required to pay to their equitable share of judgements; events• g 2. Limiting recovery for non-economic losses (e.g. pain suffering) to cases where significant injury is proven according to objective standards; 3. Establishing a reasonable cap on recovery against governmental tort defendants or some other appropriate means of limiting.local government liability; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Town Board urges .the State Legislature to act favorable on the legislation• currently pending before it, or a comparable alternative thereto, which would accomplish the aforementioned goals; and be it further RESOLVED, that this resolution be sent to Governor Cuomo and the members of the New York State Legislature. PRESENTATION - James Johnson-Hydrological Study Larchmont Reservoir President of the Friends of the Reservoir, James Johnson was introduced by Supervisor Battalia and he reviewed the events leading up to the completion of the hydrologic study of the upper Sheldrake River watershed entitled "Final Report on the Upper Sheldrake River and Larchmont Reservoir." Mr. Johnson spoke of the makeup of his non-profit organization, Friends of the Reservoir, which is comprised of. residents of Larchmont Village, New Rochelle City, and Mamaroneck Town and Village. He then referred to the recommendations received from the Brandywine Conservancy, a Pennsylvania environmental management group who based said recommendations on their vast experience. He stated that Brandywine made suggestions for the development of a plan for the utilization of the Reservoir, specifically the flood control aspect. James Johnson also reported that his group sought out the Westchester County Soil and Water Conservation District, which agency agreed to undertake the study with the -support of a municipality, and all four communities lent their support. He added further that members of the "Friends" collected the data which they provided to Laura Tessier and her staff, who then prepared the study. Mr. Johnson used maps and charts to illustrate the intricate data contained in the report, specifically, the two dams at the Reservoir, watershed information and various years storms. Supervisor Battalia thanked Mr. Johnson at the conclusion of his report and advised that she has already drafted a letter to the neighboring communities and their planning boards asking them to consider the information in this report when reviewing applicants' plans. The Supervisor requested that Mr. Johnson and Dr. Mason review the draft of her letter and make suggestions with respect to its contents. -5- 482 PUBLIC HEARING: Proposed Local Law re Fee Schedule Counsel to the Town, Lee A. Hoffman explained the provisions of the proposed local law. Thereafter, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Bloom, 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. Each of the Board members noted that the passage of the proposed local law would make the annual review of the fees less complicated. Since no one else wished to address the matter, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Public Hearing be, and it hereby is, declared closed. On motion by. Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote of the Board: WHEREAS, this Town Board has met on this date, at the time and place specified in the Notice of Public Hearing to consider the adoption of proposed Local Law No. 5- 1985 and has heard all persons desiring to be heard thereon; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that this Board does hereby adopt Local Law No. 5-1985 entitled "The Fee Schedule for the Town of Mamaroneck," and orders that said Local Law as adopted and herewith inserted, be made a part of the minutes of this meeting: This local law shall be known as The Fee Schedule for the Town of Mamaroneck. Section 1. Purpose The purpose of this local law is to set forth a uniform fee schedule for all fees to be paid to the Town of Mamaroneck and to allow for such fees to be readily updated by having a single fee schedule. Section 2. Repealer Notwithstanding language relating to fees and charges to the contrary in any local law, ordinance, resolution, rule, or regulation of the Town of Mamaroneck, such fees and charges may be fixed by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck by resolution as part of a comprehensive fee schedule established for the Town of Mamaroneck pursuant to this local law. -6- 483 Section 3. Comprehensive Fee Schedule That the Town Board shall at least once per year review all fee schedules fixed in the Town of Mamaroneck, and by resolution adopt a comprehensive fee schedule for the Town of Mamaroneck, setting forth all fees and charges for the Town of Mamaroneck, a copy of which shall be maintained in the Office of the Town Clerk at all times. Section 4. Severability The invalidity of any Section, clause, sentence, or provision of this local law. shall not affect the validity of any part of this local law which can be given effect without such invalid part or parts. Section 5. Effective Date i This local law shall take effect immediately. At this time, Mr. Altieri presented the fee schedule and explained the reasons for the ro osed changes. He also noted that the p p g _ fees relating to the building code, parking and environmental quality review have previously been adopted. Several of the fees were questioned by the Supervisor and after some discussion, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby tables the matter of the adoption of the Town of Mamaroneck Fee Schedule until the Regular Meeting of April 17, 1985. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 6, 1985 were presented and on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Lerman, were unanimously approved as corrected. Councilwoman Silverstone asked the Town Clerk about the status of the typing of the final copy of Minutes and drafts .of outstanding 1984 Minutes. Mrs. Miller replied that final typing is now up jto date, but Minutes of four 1984 meetings have yet to be compiled. i AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Discussion - Proposals-County Legislator Paul Feiner Some discussion followed Supervisor Battalia's presentation of Mr. Feiner's proposals regarding six months advanced notification to municipal officials of bus route cutbacks and the creation of a 17-member Transportation Marketing Advisory Council. It was the consensus of the Board to support the advance notice, but the Board did not see a real need for the creation of the Council. Councilman Lerman noted, however, that better communication of and promotion of bus routes is needed. -7- 484 Thereafter, on motion by Councilman Lerman, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Deputy Supervisor Silverstone be, and she hereby is, authorized to write Count y Legislator Dominick Pierro, Chairman of the Community Affairs Committee, advising of this Board's support of Legislator Paul Feiner's proposal for the County to adopt legislation which would. give municipal officials six months advance notice of bus route cutbacks. 2. Summary Report - 1984 Budget Administrator Stephen V. Altieri outlined for the Board the year-end expenditures and revenues for the Town and compared said expenditures and revenues with the 1984 budget estimates. His report highlighted the financial activity of the Town for 1984. The Board members thanked Mr. Altieri for a very impressive report, indicating its usefulness for future budget preparations and asked that the report be made a part of the record of this meeting. 3. Report of Bids - Road Materials-Highway Department Following the Administrator's detailed explanation, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board accepts the bid of the lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications for black top in place, namely Peckham Industries, in the amount of $56.00 per ton; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Supervisor is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Peckham Industries for black top in place; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby accepts the bid of the lowest responsible bidders meeting specifications for various sizes j of trap rock, namely Plaza Materials Corporation for 3/8 inches at $15.50 per ton; Peckham Industries for 3/4 inches at $11.00 per ton; and Peckham Industries for 1-3/4 inches at $10.75: per ton; and be it further' RESOLVED, that the Supervisor is hereby authorized to enter into contracts with Plaza Materials Corporation and Peckham for various sizes of trap rock; and be it further -8- RESOLVED, that this Board hereby accepts the bid of the lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications for washed sand, namely Montauk Sand & Gravel, in the amount of $7.75 per cubic yard; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Supervisor is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Montauk Sand & Gravel for washed sand; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby accepts the bid of the lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications for supplying and installing asphalt materials, as outlined on the attached sheet, namely Peckham Industries in the amounts specified on the attached sheet; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Supervisor is hereby authorized to 'enter into a contract with Peckham Industries for supplying and installing asphalt materials. I i 4. Resolution - Authorization re North Chatsworth/Murray/Myrtle Intersection Mr. Altieri explained to the Board that the State wants to be certain that the Town will. do the proper maintaining of that intersection after they have completed the reconstruction. He noted further that proposals will be sent out at the end of April and that construction will begin in late June and that the project would probably take four months to complete. Councilman. Bloom expressed his pleasure that the project is finally moving forward and on his motion, which was seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, the following resolutions were unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation proposes intersection improvements which include traffic signals, pavement rehabilitation, landscaping and other improvements on North Chatsworth Avenue and Myrtle Boulevard in the Town of Mamaroneck; and WHEREAS, the State will provide for the construction of sidewalks as shown on the contract plans, identified as P.I.N, 8752.04, and located as follows: ¢ STA. C 9+80, 32' LT. to STA. M 12+30, 33' RT. 0 STA. C 10+85, 29' LT. to STA. M 12+38, 33' LT. STA. C 9+26, 38' RT. to STA. C 9+48, 50' LT. ¢ STA. C 9+69, 42' RT. to ¢ STA. M 13+83, 31' RT. ¢ STA. C 10+92, 32' RT. to STA. M 14+17, 29' LT. ¢ STA. M 14+11, 27' RT. to ¢ STA. M 14+33, 27' RT. STA. R 9+69, 38' RT. to ¢ STA. M 17+30, 20' RT. STA. M 15+55, 24' LT. to 0 STA. M 15+82, 23' LT. -9- 486 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Mamaroneck approves the construction of these sidewalks and that the Town of Mamaroneck will maintain these sidewalks which will include snow and ice control; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Clerk of this Town Board is hereby directed to transmit six (6) certified copies of the foregoing resolution to the New York State Department of Transportation and WHEREAS, the State of New York, through its Commissioner of Transportation, has submitted to the Town Administrator of the Town of Mamaroneck a proposed agree- ment relating to maintenance of Federally Aided Off-System and Traffic-Operational Improvements within the Town of Mamaroneck; and WHEREAS, the execution of such agreement is in the best interest of the Town of Mamaroneck; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck authorizes Dolores A. Battalia, the Town Supervisor, to execute such agreement on behalf of the Town of Mamaroneck; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck is hereby directed to transmit five (5) certified copies of the foregoing resolution to the State Department of Transportation. In answer to Councilman Lerman's question, Mr. Altieri advised that the plans and maps relative to this project have been reviewed by the Highway Superintendent and personnel in the Town Engineer's Office. It was suggested that the matter of the reconstruction of this intersection be brought to the attention of the Traffic Committee with respect to traffic problems that may be encountered during the reconstruction period, and with the request that the Committee recommend interim solutions. -10- I BIDS ASPHALT MATERIALS Peckham Plaza Industries Materials 403-. 11 Ease T pe 1 - FOB.- --- 403.11 - - Base Type 1 DEL 3 F-ilo 403. 12 Base Type 2 _. FOB 3 3.35 403. 12 Base T 2 DEL "- 403. 13 Binder Type 3 - FOB 3 S.aS xt, x'03. 13 Binder Type 3 DEL .35. 3'S _ 403.14 Binder Type 4 _ FOB,3.7� ,�� •.S'© 403.?d ; Binder Type 4 DEL 3 CY•2d 403. 15 - Shim Type 5 FOB 35 0 ".403. 15 Shim Type 5 DEL �^ R 403. 16- -17 Too Type 6 FOB 2G•1.1' 3 •So 403.16° - 7 - Top Type 6 DEL 4'©•G S 403. 18— 19 Top Type 7 FOB J''7ro 3 7-Jo 403. 18 - 9 To Type 7 DEL .1-11, 76 714.06; Asphaltic Concrete Curb FOB L10,?,S' 14.06' Asphaltic Concrete Curb DEL d✓ai7•S 403.2001 Stockpile Patch ng FOB moo.7o 403.20'01 Stock ile .Patchin DEL . ifs-70 B.T. in Place by 'Machine .B.T. by !.and. I TON j !-p_ _ . -11- 488 5. Authorization - Prepare Specifications and Accept Bids- Garbage Trucks Mr. Altieri advised the Board of the condition of the sanitation vehicles and recommended replacing one each year for the next three years. Thereafter, on motion by Councilman Lerman, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to prepare specifications and accept bids for one (1) sanitation collection vehicle; 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. 6. Salary Authorizations - Recreation and Assessor's Office a) Recreation On motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Nora Hanson, Recreation Attendant in the Teen Center Program be compensated at the rate of $5.00 per hour, effective retroactive to March 25, 1985; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Steven Iarocci, Manager of the Breakdown of the Hommocks Ice Rink, be compensated at the rate of $5.00 per hour, effective retroactive to March 20, 1985; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that William Kiernan, Timothy Codispoti, and Lester Wauchope, Recreation Attendants for the Breakdown of the Hommocks Ice Rink, be compensated at the Following respective rates: $3.50, $4.50 and $5.00, all effective retroactive to March 20, 1985; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes _ that Joseph Marks, Recreation Attendant at Memorial Park, be compensated at the rate of $4.50 per hour, effective retroactive to March 28, 1985; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Lester Wauchope, Recreation Attendant at Memorial Park, be compensated at the rate of $4.00 per hour, effective retroactive to March 28, 1985. -12- 499 b) Assessor's Office On motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Administrator is hereby authorized to hire Ms. Susan Bickerstaff in the position of Assessment Clerk at an annual salary of $15,760, effective April 15, 1985. 7. Authorization - Administrators Attendance at State Conference On motion by Councilman Lerman, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes reimbursement of expenses to be incurred by the Town Administrator in connection with his attendance at the New York State Municipal Managers Conference in Hershey, Pennsylvania from May 19 - 23, 1985. NOT ON AGENDA 8. Town Center Renovation The Administrator submitted to the Board a plan for basic renovations to the third floor of the Town Center Building along with a financial estimation of expenses for said renovations as well as an estimated outline of income from rentals. Some discussion followed when he referred to the request by the New Rochelle Guidance Center for the rental of space on the third floor and his request to investigate the possibility of basically renovating the third floor for the purpose of attracting tenants. Arthur Gasparini questioned how the Guidance Center is funded and why they are in need of rental space. Both the Supervisor and Administrator provided the information. Councilwoman Silverstone clarified further and stated that the Town Board has anticipated quasi-municipal use of any rental space in the Town Center to keep within Mamaroneck Village's Zoning regulations and the property tax exemption. Thereafter, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, it is the intention of the Town of Mamaroneck to rent space on the third floor of the Town Center until such time as said space may be required for municipal use; and -13- WHEREAS, it may be necessary to conduct minor renovations to the third floor for the purposes of attracting tenants; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to expend a maximum of $20,000. for architectural fees for the preparation of plans and acceptance of proposals for the renovation work on the third floor of the Town Center. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS There were no written communications to come before the Board. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS There were no oral communications to come before the Board. THE TOWN CLERK Regular Reports The Town Clerk presented reports of the Town Clerk's Office for the month of March 1985 and the Building Inspector's Office for the months of February and March 1985; and reported that the 198.4. . Annual Report of the Secretary-Treasurer of the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Joint Garbage Disposal Commission has been filed in her Office. THE SUPERVISOR Reports Supervisor Battalia reported: a) on the recently received 1985 Town Tax Bill, noting her many calls from taxpayers, mostly Village residents. She distributed and explained an actual breakdown of her own tax bill as a resident of the Village of Mamaroneck. She noted that only $47. of the $654. bill went to the Town, as Town-wide tax, and the balance to Westchester County. b) on the Substance Abuse Task Force Steering Committee's monthly meeting. She also reported on the Town-sponsored presentation made by Sterling Johnson, Special Narcotics Prosecutor for New York City to area law enforcement personnel and his offer to be of assistance to personnel of our local police departments. c) on her meeting with the P.T. Council along with Councilwoman Silverstone and Mr. Altieri. -14- 491 d) the recent meeting of the Town Supervisors' Association and the main topic of discussion, the proposal on assessments and the impact on municipalities as proposed by Greenburgh Supervisor, Anthony Veteran, who will speak on the P subject at this Board's next meeting of April 17th. e) and complimented the Larchmont/Mamaroneck Civic Association on the Forum at which Westchester County Planning Commissioner Peter Eschweiler made a most informative presentation, along with Wallace Irwin of the Town's CZMC, C. Alan Mason of the Town's CAC and Lawrence Lowy of the Town-Village Joint Planning Group. f) on the most recent meeting of the 325th Anniversary Committee, and noted that the Committee is moving along on plans for the celebration which will begin in September 1985 and go on until September 1986. g) that the newsletter "On The Town" will be in the mail within the next few weeks and that it is hoped that it will be published four times each year. h) on terms that will be expiring on the Recreation, Conservation Advisory Commission and Human Rights Commission. i) on the appearance by Alan Mason and herself before the Scarsdale Planning Board relative to the proposed expansion of the Golden Horseshoe Shopping Center. She noted that Scarsdale has been quite responsive to the Town of Mamaroneck's concern for the impact on flood control and stated that a full environmental review will be required of the developer. j) on the meeting that she, Mayor Curnin, the Administrator, and James Staudt, Attorney for the Joint Garbage Commission attended at the County Office Building with Edward Gibbs, County Executive Officer, relative to the proposal for the 'transfer station, at which time the County advised that the present County officials involved rejected the proposed lease and were reconsidering the original proposal for the Joint Garbage Commission to be reimbursed for hauling garbage. REPORTS OF THE COUNCILMEN AND COUNCILWOMAN Councilman Bloom reported that he will be attending the upcoming meetings of the Human Rights Commission, the Traffic Committee and the Board of Ethics. Councilwoman Silverstone reported: a) that following the discussion at the last meeting with respect to the Bold New Plan relative to equalization of assessments that she has written letters to state and county level officials with a copy to the School Board for comments. She stated also that she was glad to see that the matter is being tabled and will not become effective this July. b) on the County sewer lines on Valley Stream Road and noted that Harold Klein was taken by County car to a meeting with County engineers who may have found a way to alleviate the problems. -15- r. c) that she will be discussing with the Joint Coordinating Committee the problem of activities for teenagers in this area. She noted further that there are more such activities than everyone is aware of, which was ascertained after an inventory was done. d) on the most recent Town/Village Joint Planning Group's meeting and stated that four proposals have come in from Consultants who will be interviewed in the next three weeks. e) on the incredibly bad condition of the property on Garfield Street and asked if the law could be revised to be more effective. Mr. Altieri advised that Highway Department personnel had cleaned up the Town property and that Mr. Guadagnola has been put on notice by the Town Clerk. Councilman Bloom added that the property around the Court House is also in poor disarray. Councilman Lerman reported: a) that the Committee on the Disabled is sponsoring an Open House at which time all residents with disabilities are being invited to attend and give their views on matters that would concern them. b) on the most recent meeting of the Zoning Board at which the Board declared itself the lead agency for the proposal by Charles Hoffman to build an office building and asked for a DEIS from the Developer. c) that the meeting of the Committee on Family and Youth was postponed because the Chair, Ruth Santos, was injured in a ski accident and hospitalized. d) on the continuing work of the Ice Rink Committee, keeping in mind the activities for the youth in the community. He stated that a recommendation for short-term resolution will be forthcoming in June. Supervisor Battalia announced that in light of April being Volunteer Month, a reception will be held on Sunday, April 21st at the Weaver Street Firehouse honoring all those volunteering their time for the Town. Mrs. Battalia further noted that she had met with local real estate brokers to discuss their needs for materials to use to introduce the community to prospective residents. She stated it was a most worthwhile meeting and outlined what the Town will provide them in the form of packets to distribute. Mr. Gasparini addressed the Board and expressed his displeasure at noticing the lack of obedience to traffic regulations such as running red lights and stop signs. The Town Administrator advised that he would speak to Commissioner Dallas. He further spoke of his concern for the development of properties in the Village of Mamaroneck and wondered if there is dialogue with the Village with respect to development of properties such as the Town is doing with Larchmont Village. -16- 49 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, on j motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously resolved that this meeting be adjourned at 11:30 p.m. Administrator Town Clerk i i ' I I -17-