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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985_06_05 Town Board Minutes 056 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE TOWN BOARD AND BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD ON THE 5TH DAY OF JUNE 1985 IN THE COUNCIL ROOM AND THE AUDITORIUM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE, WEAVER STREET, TOWN OF MAMARONECK. CONVENE REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Councilman Lee H. Bloom at 7:05 p.m. in the Auditorium. Present were the following: Councilman Lee H. Bloom Councilman Thomas R. Amlicke Councilman Lawrence Lerman Supervisor Dolores A. Battalia arrived after the meeting was convened. Councilman Silverstone 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 Steven M. Silverberg and As.sessor George Derderian. On motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board will recess into Executive Session in the Council Room to discuss personnel, litigation and contract matters. The Assessor presented the particulars of a proposed certiorari settlement to the Board. The Board also discussed personnel matters relating to Town staff and candidates for the Planning Board. On motion by Councilman Lerman, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously resolved to adjourn the Executive Session at 8:15 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. -1- 057 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: Commissioner Dolores A. Battalia Commissioner Lee H. Bloom Commissioner Thomas R. Amlicke Commissioner Lawrence A. Lerman Commissioner Caroline Silverstone 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 Steven Silverberg, Counsel to the Town George Derderian, Assessor P. Thomas Leddy, Highway Superintendent Arthur Dallas, Police Commissioner .William V. Zimmermann, Recreation Superintendent 1. Claims Commissioner Bloom presented.fire claims for authorization of payment and on his motion, seconded by Commissioner Amlicke, 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: AT & T Consumer Sales & Service $ 51.76 AT & T Consumer Sales & Service 69.86 AT & T Consumer Sales & Service 61.82 AT & T Consumer Sales & Service 17.56 AT & T Consumer Sales & Service 26.31 AT & T Consumer Sales & Service 35.51 AT & T Consumer Sales & Service 160.50 Dri-Chem Extinguisher Co. 55.00 Dri-Chem Extinguisher Co. 197.60 ESCO, Exterminating Services Co. 20.03 Excelsior Garage 667.61 Excelsior Garage 298.17 M.G. Auto Repair, Inc. 178.58 Mallory-Kotzen Tire Company, Inc. 23.47 Masline Electronics, Inc. 140.25 New York Telephone Co. 55.19 New York Telephone Co. 979.50 NYNEX Information Resources 9.00 RAD Oil 137.25 Sirlin, Sirlin & Nolletti 40.64 Sound Tire & Supply Co. 202.12 The State Insurance Fund 8,748.37 Uniform Rentals, Inc. 27.60 $12,203.70 -2- 058 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before this Commission, on motion by Commissioner Bloom, seconded by Commissioner Amlicke, it was unanimously declared that this meeting be adjourned at 8:23 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 - Ice Rink'Committees Councilmen Amlicke and Lerman introduced the two Chairmen of the Citizens Ice Rink Committees - Dominick Ruggiero, Chairman for Physical Plant and Management and John Lesser, Chairman for Revenue and Finance. It was also noted that the following served on the two committees, several of whom were in the audience along with members of the Recreation Commission: Michael Feller, Mark Jacoby, David Doherty, David Doherty, Jr. , Andrew Potash, Richard Gripenberg, Jackie Cooperman, Mark Forzaglia and Roy O'Neill. At this time Dominick Ruggiero presented the Report to the Mamaroneck Town Council by the Citizens Ice Rink Committees dated June 5, 1985 and read excerpts from the report. Mr. Ruggiero's presentation included the Rink's deficiencies and its good points as well as the recommendations to keep the Rink open for the 1985-86 season and also for a new committee to be formed to study the future of the Ice Rink. That recommendation outlined what representation should be included on the committee and the kinds - of objectives to. be .considered. Mr. Lesser also spoke on parts of the Report dealing specifically with respect to the comparison of the Town's Rink operation to those in neighboring communities. Some discussion followed the presentation of the report during which the Supervisor thanked the volunteers for a very comprehensive report, Recreation Superintendent William Zimmermann outlined and explained the needs and cost factors involved with opening the Rink for the 1985-86 season and the Board responded to the recommendation for the formation of a new committee. It was decided that the appointment of the new committee be placed on the next meeting's agenda and thereafter, on motion by Councilman Lerman, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously .RESOLVED, that this Board hereby accepts the recommendation of the Hommocks Ice Rink Committee to maintain the operation of the Hommocks Ice Rink for the 1985-86 season; and be it further RESOLVED, that appropriate repairs may be implemented to effect the opening of the Hommocks Ice Rink in 1985. The newspaper reporters were asked to give prominent coverage to the fact that at the next meeting the formation of a new committee would be considered, and interested persons should contact the Supervisor or either Councilman Amlicke or Councilman Lerman. It was further noted that the report had already been presented to the Larchmont -3- 059 Village Board and was to be presented at the next meeting of the Mamaroneck Village Board, and that copies of the report would be sent to these Boards as well as the School Board requesting their recommendation for representatives to serve on the proposed new committee. PRESENTATION - Conservation Advisory Commission Annual Report-1984 Councilman Amlicke introduced the Conservation Advisory Commission Chairman Dr. C. Alan Mason who, in turn, introduced Mrs. Susan Amlicke who used a visual aid to illustrate her presentation on glass, paper and leaf recycling and the financial statistics of each. She added that newspaper recycling had increased during 1984 and that the overall recycling program increased savings to the Town of almost $40,000 despite many problems. Mrs. Amlicke also spoke of the changes in solid waste disposal due to the discontinued use of the Croton Landfill and the inception of the use of the Charles Point Facility. She emphasized the importance of continuing the recycling efforts and stated that metals are also being recycled at the Town Yard and aluminum is being recycled at Hommocks School. Her presentation also focused on the savings derived from the recycling efforts. Chairman Dr. Mason's presentation focused on the bi-municipal Coastal Zone Management Committee, the problems of underground pollution and sewerage problems and the problems of eliminating oil and chemical pollution in the Premium marsh, storm drains, etc. , with the ultimate goal of upgrading the quality of water. Dr. Mason concluded the presentation by stating that 1984 was a busy year for the Commission and by enumerating its various involvements in an urban area which is increasing in density yet desires to preserve the character of the area. After the Board member's expressions of appreciation for a fine report, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby accepts and approves the 1984 Annual Report of the Conservation Advisory Commission of the Town of Mamaroneck with a vote of thanks and appreciation to the Chairman and members of the Conservation Advisory Commission and Water Control Commission and others who made said report possible. PRESENTATION - Police Commissioner Police Commissioner Arthur Dallas, who was appointed on January 23rd, presented a review of the activities of his department since his appointment. He advised that he has assessed the needs of the Community and the Department; stated that the Department contains 36 men including himself, spoke of the recent retirement of Sergeant Diamond and Patrolman Coy; spoke of his own recent appointment by the Governor as the Project Director for the Mobile Radio District and his intention to promote a patrolman who has recently completed a_ supervisory course. Mr. Dallas fielded q uestions from the audience and Board members at the conclusion of his presentation. -4- 060 AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Proposed Certiorari Settlement-1160 Land Corp. (China Lion) vs. Town of Mamaroneck Following the Assessor's explanation and his recommendation to the .Board, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that in accordance with the terms recommended by the Assessor, this Board hereby authorizes the settlement of certiorari proceeding-1160 Land. Corp. (China Lion) vs. Town of Mamaroneck - for assessment years 1981 through 1985. 2. Resolution - Change dates of July and August Town Board Meetings On motion by Councilman Lerman, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby changes the date of the meeting in July 1985 from Wednesday, July 3rd to Wednesday, July 17th; and it is further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby changes the date of the meeting in August 1985 from Wednesday, August 7th to Wednesday, August 14th. 3. Report of Bids - Refuse Packer Truck Following the Town Administrator's explanation and recommendation for safety feature modifications to the truck at an additional cost of $232, on motion by Councilman Lerman, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby awards Contract #TA-85-1 for furnishing and delivering one (1) Twenty Cubic Yard Refuse Packer Truck to the lowest responsible bidder, Atlas White Truck Sales, 234 South Fourth Avenue, Mount Vernon, New York, in accordance with specifications and to include the amendment relating to brake and tire size; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is authorized to execute the contract with Atlas White Truck Sales. -5- 061 4. Authorization - Prepare Specifications and Advertise for Bids-Myrtle Park and Tennis Courts After some clarification by the Town Administrator, a brief discussion ensued with respect to the inclusion of safety mats under the new playground equipment, modifications to the restrooms for accessibility by the handicapped and a proposed new tennis court. Thereafter, on motion by Councilman Lerman, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Town Administrator to prepare specifications and advertise for bids for improvements to the playground and tennis courts at Myrtle Park. 5. Update Urban County Grant Mr. Altieri stated that two weeks ago Supervisor Battalia and he met with Commissioner Eschweiler, Deputy Commissioner Lawrence Salley and other members of the staff of the Department of Planning's Division of Housing and Community Development, regarding the Town's joint application with Larchmont Village for an urban county grant which had been turned down. The matter of the improvements to the automatic valve at the Larchmont Reservoir Dam and its benefit to the Mamaroneck Village flooding problem was discussed at this meeting and the Town wa-s advised to re-submit the application with endorsements from the Village of Mamaroneck and other groups, such as The Friends of the Reservoir. Dr. Mason pointed out that the need and use of the valve may not have been clearly ,stated in the application. The Administration and the Supervisor have already met with Mayor Noto seeking said endorsement from his Board. Further discussion was held relative to the Town's CDAG representative not being in attendance at the meeting at which the application was presented and discussed. 6. Update Drought Emergency The Supervisor reported that the reservoirs were at only 60% of capacity prior to the summer months and that, at present, enforcement of the water restrictions are being carried out through admonishment but if there is insufficient rainfall in the appropriate areas, then citations will be issued. She further reported that each bill from the Westchester Joint Water Works will contain a message urging water conservation. 7. Set Date for Public Hearing - Proposed Local Law to Amend Local Law #5-1984 Police Department Following Counsel to the Town, Steven Silverberg's clarification of the original law and the reasons for amending it, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby sets June 19, 1985 as the date for a Public Hearing on a proposed Local Law to amend Local Law #5-1984 Police Department; -6- 062 and be it further RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be, and she hereby is, authorized to publish in The Daily Times, the Notice of said Hearing as required by law. 8. Salary Authorizations a) Highway Department On motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Michael Mirabella, assistant to Ben Seagraves for matters relating to traffic control, such as meters, traffic signs, etc. , be compensated at the rate of $4.50 per hour effective June 6, 1985; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Scott Leddy, seasonal worker in the Highway Department, be compensated at the rate of $4.00 per hour effective June 6, 1985. b) Recreation Department. : On motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Christopher Genovese and Kenneth Romano, Tennis Attendants at Central School, be compensated at the rate of $3.50 per hour effective retroactive to May 25, 1985. c) Assessor's Office On motion by Councilman Lerman, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that based upon the Administrator's proposal to upgrade certain positions, this Board hereby authorizes that Barbara Chase, Deputy Assessor in the Assessor's Office, be compensated at the annual rate of $25,160; and be it further RESOLVED, that based upon the Administrator's proposal to upgrade certain positions, this Board hereby authorizes that Susan Bickerstaff, Assessment Clerk in the Assessor's Office, be compensated at the annual rate of $15,760. -7- 063 d) Town Justice Court On motion by Councilman Lerman, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that based upon the Administrator's proposal to upgrade certain positions, this Board hereby authorizes that Pat Kiely, Court Clerk in the Town Justice Court, be compensated at the annual rate of $19,690; and be it further RESOLVED, that based upon the Administrator's proposal to upgrade certain positions, this Board hereby authorizes that Janet Ferrand, Assistant Court Clerk in the Town Justice Court, be compensated at the annual rate of $16,355. e) Administrator's Office On motion by Councilman Lerman, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Rosalind Weinstein, Administrative Intern in the Town Administrator's Office, be compensated at the rate of $6.50 per hour for the months of June and July 1985. 9. Authorization - Transfer Funds and Open Account-325th Anniversary Following the Town Administrator's explanation about trans- ferring funds from the Bicentennial Trust Account to the 325th Anniversary Fund, on motion by Councilman Bloom seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Comptroller is hereby authorized to transfer $819.73 from the Town of Mamaroneck BicentenniAl .Trust Account to a savings account entitled "Town of Mamaroneck 325th Anniversary Fund" which shall simultaneously be opened to accept donations for said 325th Anniversary; and be it further RESOLVED, .that all deposits and withdrawals for the above-named account shall be authorized when signed by signature or facsimile signature of Dolores A. Battalia, Supervisor, and Carmine A. DeLuca, Comptroller; or- by Dolores A. Battalia, Supervisor and Genevieve F. Soriano, Deputy Comptroller. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS There were no written communications to come before the Board. -8- 064 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS There were no oral communications to come before the Board. THE TOWN CLERK Regular Reports The Town Clerk presented the report of the Town Clerk's Office for the month of May 1985, pointing out that a total of $35,479.25 was collected, the majority of which was for parking permit fees. THE SUPERVISOR Reports Supervisor Battalia reported: a) that the Democratic majority of this Board has rejected the recently enacted State legislation with respect to private majority caucuses and read the following prepared statement: We, the Democratic majority members of the Town Board wish to publicly express our rejection of the newly adopted legislation which sanctions private majority caucuses to discuss and determine public business. We have never engaged in such a practice, nor do we intend to avail ourselves of our newly granted "rights." We were elected to serve on a platform of open government. We will not compromise that pledge. To take advantage of this new law would not only be contrary to our philosophy, it would be a dis- service to the minority members of our Board who have worked together with us and supported our plans and programs. We would like to take this opportunity to thank them publicly for their support. Together, this Board has handled difficult problems, in open deliberation. We believe we have handled them well. The public good requires open government. Full participation of all Board members is necessary to serve the public well. Dolores A. Battalia, Supervisor Caroline Silverstone, Deputy Supervisor Larry Lerman, Councilman b) that the second edition of the "On the Town" newsletter is to be distributed within the next two weeks. -9- 065 c) that the Town Board will hold a work session with the Management Advisory Committee at 8:00 a-.m. on Saturday, June 8th at the Town Center. d) on the Town's continuing negotiations with the County of Westchester to make the Town financially whole and to bring it into line with the rest of the communities in the County. She explained that other communities pay only the tipping fee and garbage tax, whereas the Town of Mamaroneck pays the tipping fee and garbage tax plus the cost of the transfer operation and transporting garbage to Peekskill. e) that she and the other Fire Commissioners participated in various Memorial Day activities such as Mass, breakfast, several services and the Parade. f) that Assemblyman Tocci announced that the State will undertake another study of the traffic problems on Weaver Street. g) her attendance at the surprise 50th anniversary party given by the Alexander family at the Senior Center. h) on Thomas Reca's recent election to the School Board. She extended her congratulations to him and noted that the Town Would be losing a dedicated member of its Recreation Commission. i) that Bill Capodanno advised that the V.F.W. will donate an American Flag to the new Town Center upon its completion. REPORTS OF THE COUNCILMEN AND THE COUNCILWOMAN Councilman Bloom reported: a) that the .Traffic Committee will meet on June 10th and advised that one of the merchants on Myrtle Boulevard called him relative to the parking on Myrtle Boulevard and noted that he had invited him to attend the Traffic Committee meeting to express his views. The Supervisor stated that she had received a letter at the Town Offices and had offered the same advice. b) on his inability to attend the meeting of the Library Board of Trustees since they were meeting this evening but that he would contact the Chairman, Don Oresman, relative to the rewriting of the contract. c) that the V.F.W. will hold its installation of officers on Saturday, June 8th, at which time they will present their first Annual Scholarship Awards to Mamaroneck, Rye Neck and Resurrection High School seniors, and that all members of the Town Board were invited to attend. -10- 06.6 Councilman Lerman recommended that fresh rather than plastic floral wreaths be placed at the Firehouse during the service on Memorial Day and that the Fire Commissioners take part in the ceremony. Councilman Amlicke reported: a) on the Supervisor's request that he look into finding another site for the Town Sailing Program. He stated that he had discussed the matter_._ with McMichael's Boatyard but they had no room. It was suggested that this matter be added to the list of items for discussion with Mayor Paul Noto of the Village of Mamaroneck. b) on his interest in knowing the status of the litter law and questioned Steven Silverberg, Counsel to the Town, who then responded that he was reviewing a draft which he hoped to have ready within the next few days for distribution to the Board. c) on the adoption of a noise ordinance by Larchmont Village and asked that the Town consider doing the same. A great deal of discussion followed relative to the enforcement of this type of law. d) that the CAC is looking into various aspects of the David's Island project. e) on his interest in knowing the status of the tree preservation law and was advised that the draft is forthcoming. f) on his interest in knowing the status of the erection of the signs in the Brookside Drive area with respect to the complaints of non-compliance with the pooper scooper law. The Administrator answered that he would have a proposal for the Board's consideration at the next meeting. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman Lerman, it was unanimously resolved that this meeting be adjourned at 10:58 p.m. Administrator Town Clerk -11-