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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982_09_16 Town Board Regular Minutes I 7 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD ON THE 16TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1982 IN THE AUDITORIUM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE, TOWN OF MAMARONECK. The meeting was called to order by Deputy Supervisor Lee H. Bloom at 8:35 p.m. Present were the following: IIIDeputy Supervisor Lee: H. Bloom Councilman Stewart J. McMillan Councilman Thomas R. Amlicke Councilwoman Caroline Silverstone Supervisor Leo Goldsmith, Jr. was not in attendance at this meeting. Also present were the following: Dorothy S. Miller, Town Clerk James J. Johnston, Town Attorney Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator Carmine A. DeLuca, Comptroller Charles R. Elfreich, Town Engineer Patrick T. Leddy, Highway Superintendent Deputy Supervisor Bloom, at this time, pointed out to those assembled IIIthe location of the exits as required by law for public gatherings. NOT ON AGENDA Assemblyman Perone spoke about a meeting last March with representatives of the State Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) and noted that a commitment from them was made regarding redesign of the intersection of North'..Chatsworth/Murray/My_rtle. He further added that.:a_letter sent to Mr. Dixon of the D.O.T. with copies to local officials and, although no further information has been received, he believes there is a plan of which he has not yet been apprised. A discussion followed also, regarding upper Weaver Street and funding for a walkway or footpath. Both the Town Engineer, Charles Elfreich. and Councilwoman_Silverstone expressed concern_.about: obtaining the necessary funds,_to:'which Mr. Perone responded that various funding is obtained for specific purposes, especially those regarding safety measures. It was decided that Mr. Perone would- get together with Councilman Amlicke to discuss this matter further. III At this time, Councilman Bloom introduced the New Town Administrator, Stephen V. Altieri who, he stated, is becoming acclimated to his new job. -1- 1.72 BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting was called to order by Deputy Commissioner Lee H. Bloom at 8:40 p.m. Present were the following: Commissioner Lee H. Bloom Commissioner Stewart J. McMillan Commissioner Thomas R. Amlicke Commissioner Caroline Silverstone Commissioner Leo Goldsmith, Jr. was not in attendance at this meeting. Also present were the following: Dorothy S. Miller, Town Clerk James J. Johnston, Town Attorney Stephen J. Altieri, Town Administrator Carmine A. DeLuca, Comptroller Charles R. Elfreich, Town Engineer Patrick T. Leddy, Highway Superintendent 1. Claims Commissioner Bloom presented the fire claims for authorization of payment and on motion by Commissioner Silverstone, 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: AAA Emergency Supply Co. , Inc.$ 975.25 R.G. Brewer, Inc. 46.39 Dri-Chem Extinguisher Co. 34.85 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 305.45 Exterminating Services Corp. 14.16 Franklin Cleaners 473.00 Home Fair 17.94 Edward Lasus, Inc. 64.00 Lou Giacomo Arco Service Center, Inc. 12.50 Mid-Valley Petroleum Corp. 470.77 Mid-Valley Petroleum Corp. 2.92 Monte Press, Inc. 15.00 New York Telephone Co. 8.00 New York Telephone Co. 49.98 New York Telephone Co. 798.68 New York Telephone Co. 8.00 Portronix Communications, Inc. 8.50 • Richard Shaw 4.36 Uniform Rental, Inc. 81.60 $3,390.35 AAA Emergency Supply $ 561.60 Community Officials Advisory Service 85.00 Con Edison 3.00 Con Edison 33.56 Con Edison 2.00 Dri-Chem Extingusiher Co. 56.95 Mid-Valley Petroleum 591.40 New Rochelle Dodge, Inc. 27.44 Portronix Communications, Inc. 228.00 Richard Shaw 9.45 $1,598.40 -2- 1.73 2. Reports Commissioner Bloom presented the Fire Reports for the months of July and August 1982. 3. Other Business Commissioner Amlicke questioned the need for funds for the training of paid firefighters. Chief Shaw explained the specifics of the training sessions which are held throughout the State. The Fire Chief was asked to obtain the schedule of each training session and the costs involved. Commissioner Bloom noted the successful and well attended 75th anniversary celebration last Saturday by the Town Fire Department. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before this Commission, on motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously declared that this meeting be adjourned at 8:55 p.m. RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was reconvened immediately upon the adjournment of the Meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Amending Chapter 81 - Town Code-Parking: Valley Road Lester Place Garit Lane Blossom Terrace Palmer Avenue On motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, 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 Aft and Posting of the Notice of Hearing and stated that additional notices were posted in the vicinity of the subject streets. Sandi DeRuzzo, with respect to Lester Place, was not in favor nor against the proposal, but expressed her concern about large trucks being parked all day on Lester Place. Richard Mari of Larchmont Acres was against the proposal and was concerned because the proposal for Palmer Avenue would mean the loss of parking spaces for residents of Larchmont Acres. Leonard Martin of Larchmont Acres, speaking neither for nor against the proposal for Palmer Avenue, noted the fact that if cars begin to park on private property, this might also contribute to the safety by obstructing a clear view of oncoming traffic. -3- 1.7 4 Angelo Rigano of Blossom Terrace did not speak in favor or against, but related various problems existing in that area. Since no one else wished to speak either in favor or against the proposals for the above-named streets, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Public Hearing be, and it hereby is, declared closed. Thereafter, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman McMillan, it was unanimously 1 RESOLVED, that this Board hereby accepts the following amendments to Chapter 81, of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck: that no parking be permitted on the east side of Valley Road on Thursdays and on the west side on Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, for the purpose of street cleaning; that no:_parking be permitted on the west and south sides of Lester Place on Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, for the purpose of street cleaning; a) that parking be permitted from 3:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on the east and west side of Garit Lane; b) that "No Parking Here to. Corner" signs be posted on the east and west sides of Garit Lane near Palmer Avenue; c) that no parking be permitted on the east side of Garit Lane on Wednesdays and on the_west side on Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, for the purpose of street cleaning; that no parking be permitted at any time on the west side of Blossom Terrace from Palmer Avenue until the first intersection; that no parking be permitted at any time on the north side of Palmer Avenue for 100 feet west of the southwest corner of Blossom Terrace. -4- i :1.75 PUBLIC DISCUSSION - Traffic Safety-Boston Post Road and Weaver Street Deputy Supervisor Bloom reviewed the matter and noted that a letter and status report had been sent to the residents and businesses in the immediate area of the Boston Post Road and Weaver Street intersections. An extremely lengthy discussion followed, during which concerns were expressed for the safety of students riding bicycles as well as concern for the dangerous manner in which they bicycle along Weaver Street, to and from school. It was also noted by several persons that the Hory Chevrolet car dealership contributes to the problem by parking cars along Weaver Street. • With cars parked on the opposite side of Weaver by patrons of Dr. Serling's veterinary office, even more of a problem is created. The following persons took part in the discussions: - Charles Reidy, 33 Weaver Street - Dr. Alan Serling of Weaver Street - Leonard Martin of Larchmont Acres - John DiGina of 27 Weaver Street - Dr. Alan Mason of Weaver Street - Otto Scheuble of Rock Ridge Road - Jerry Sanders of North Chatsworth Avenue - Margaret Schultz of Alden Road - Tom Nealon of Chatsworth Avenue Following are some of the suggestions made by the above-named people and also by members of the Town Board: 1 - Prohibit Hory Chevrolet from parking cars along Weaver Street; - Prohibit any parking on either side of Weaver Street; - Disallow bike riding along Weaver Street from Plymouth Road to the Boston Post Road; - Enforce bicycle safety rules; - Encourage students to walk their bicycles as they near the Boston Post Road; - Create a bicycle lane along Weaver Street. Councilman Bloom emphasized that whatever the Board decides, the ultimate decisions would be made by the State since Weaver Stree- is a State road. Members of the Council were split on how to approach the State to alleviate the problems with respect to whether prohibiting parking along Weaver Street would make conditions safer or more dangerous for the students riding their bikes to school. After further discussion which resulted in modifications of the recommendations to the State, on motion by Councilman Amlicke., • seconded by Councilman McMillan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator be, and he hereby is, authorized to contact the State Department of Transportation and request that a no parking ban be imposed on Weaver Street and that a bicycle lane be created. -5- 1.76 APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of March 17, 1982 were approved as revised. OLD BUSINESS 1. Resolution Authorizing Supervisor to Initiate Foreclosure Proceedings After some discussion concerning the above-captioned matter, the • Town Attorney recommended a provision so that the Board can use a more expeditious method but still be able to use the old method, as questioned by Councilman Amlicke, as to collection of delinquent taxes. The Attorney explained that only Westchester County uses procedure whereby County Municipalities pay taxes and then go after delinquents but other Counties go directly after delinquents. The Comptroller advised the Board that of seventy delinquents, twenty- five are over four years and in the new procedure it would take about one year to accomplish collection. Thereafter, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman McMillan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that from and after September 15, 1982, the Town of Mamaroneck elects to adopt the provisions of Title 3, Article 11 of the Real Property Tax Law, for the purpose of enforcing the collection of delinquent taxes in such • Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Supervisor of the Town of Mamaroneck, pursuant to sub- division 3 of Section 1102 of the Real Property Tax Law, is designated as the "Enforcing Officer" for the purpose set forth in Article 11 of the Real Property Tax Law. 2. Authorization - Advertise for Bids-Leather Police Jackets On motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to advertise for and accept bids for 28 new leather police jackets; 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 such Notices of Invitation to Bid. -6- 1.77 3. Acknowledgement - Receipt of Report-Committee to Review Police Commission Structure In response to the June 2, 1982 resolution of the Town Board establishing The Committee to Review Police Commission Structure and Supervisor Bloom's letter of June 16th outlining study objectives for this Committee, a Final Report was submitted for the Town Board's consideration which was representative of the unanimous view of the Committee - Messrs. John Herz, Harry DeMaio and Joseph F. Vandernoot, Chairman. The report comprised a summary of recommendations, and outline of methodology and chronicle of meetings and communications, and • finally, a detailed statement of recommendations and supporting analysis. Thereafter, it was unanimously agreed that discussion and review of the entire report be .deferred_:to the next meeting with all the Committe members present for such discussion. 4. Engineer's Oral Report - Renovations to 740 West Boston Post Road Town Engineer, Charles Elfreich, explained that specifications are in the process of being prepared as well as the results of bids and that he has been working with Town and Village Building Inspectors and fire officials in an effort to not spend too much nor too little. Margaret Shultz questioned the Engineer as to what was going out to bid, to which he responded that it was mainly fire alarm systems, emergency lighting and exit lighting, repointing of the brickwork of the exterior of the building, roof repairs and window replacement. Thereafter discussion ensued about the many changes being considered for the Town Center and the renovations to various portions as well as the development of policies for its use by other groups, both public and private. Councilwoman Silverstone then referred to the joint working session held between the Town Council and Mamaroneck Village Board for use of the former music school space in the Town Center for a new Senior Citizen center to be administered by Mamaroneck Village but open to citizens of all three municipalities in Greater Mamaroneck. On motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that consistent with Town Engineer Charles Elfreich's plan, the Village of Mamaroneck, on behalf of their Senior Citizen Nutrition Program, can make improvements to the selected site provided the insurance is adequate as required by the Town's carrier; that the Town be indemnified, that any renovations become part of the Town's property if no lease is entered into; and it is further RESOLVED, that the above is subject to the selected space being to the satisfaction of the Town Engineer and delineated on the plan. -J 1. 78 5. Engineer's Oral Report - Update re Hommocks Field The Town Engineer explained that the sub-contractor was working and getting out debris, scratching soil and had gotten some germination out near the sea wall and then suddenly the work terminated. He felt that one-half to two days work would have finished the job except for cutting grass four to five inches and then a second cutting. It was agreed that Mr. Altieri and Mr. Elfreich send a letter to Aqua Dredge and inform the Sound Civic Association of this Board's intent to call the Bond in accordance with the contract. Mr. Elfreich added that depending on weather, good weather could help and rainy could ruin what is already done, with 90% coverage of the field after two cuttings • he could recommend the Board accept the field. NEW BUSINESS 1. Salary Authorizations - Recreation and Police Following presentation by Councilman Bloom of the Recreation Superintendent's memorandum, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes payment to the following persons for the positions and at the rates and effective dates as listed below: Ed Bender, Swim Coach, Hommocks Pool, $3.75 per hour, effective 8/9/82; Linda Jones, Lifeguard, Hommocks Pool, $3.00 per hour, effective 8/18/82; Mary Halpin, Laura Lamanga, Gary Owen, Beth Reilly, Brad Reilly, Peter Treacy, Kim Zierk, Elizabeth Irwin, Lifeguards, Hommocks Pool, $3.00 per hour, effective 8/24/86; Germanine Cuff, Thea Krumme,. Jack Quinlan., Ira Spool, Paul Treacy, Debbie Woods, Recreation Attendants, Hommocks Pool, $2.50 per hour, effective 8/24/82; Dennis O'Toole, Recreation Attendant, Hommocks Tennis Courts, $2.65 per hour, effective 9/18/82. Following presentation by Police Commissioner, James Dolen, of his memorandums, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded • by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the appointment of Robert Koziak, 139 Willis Avenue, Hawthorne, New York to position of Patrolman for the Town of Mamaroneck Police Department, effective October 7, 1982 at a salary of $19,905.00; and it is further -8- 1.79 RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the appointment of a Patrolman to the position of Detective for the Town of Mamaroneck Police Department at a salary of $24,805 with an effective appointment _ date being October 7, 1982. 2. Acknowledgement - Receipt of Petitions from Pine Brook District • Property Owners Association (Set Date for Public Hearing) Councilman Bloom reported that there were more than enough signatures from the Pine Brook District Property Owners' Association to hold a hearing within 15 to 45 days but that the time limit would end by October 2nd and the next Board meeting would be held on October 6th. The applicants agreed to extend the time so the public hearing could be held on October 16th. Thereafter, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman McMillan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby sets October 6, 1982 as the date for a Public Hearing on the draft envirnomental impact statement relating to the proposed construction of an office building at Palmer Avenue and Harrison Drive in Larchmont; and it is 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. 3. Approval of Employee Relations Consultant Contract with Michael A. Hagan Associates (C.S.E.A. and Sanitation) Councilman Bloom reported that earlier in the year Michael A. Hagan Associates was hired to do the. Police contract and that negotiations are coming up between the Civil Service Employees Association (C.S.E.A.) and the Joint Sanitation contracts. He enumerated Mr. Hagan's terms and asked for the Administrator to be included when possible and noted that it would be subject to Larchmont Village's approval, with Councilman Amlicke being contact re Sanitation. Thereafter, on motion by Councilman McMillan, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board, with the approval of Larchmont Village, accept the terms of Michael=A. .Hagan Associates to act as Employee Relations Consultant in negotiations with the Civil Service Employees Association representing certain employees in the clerical and public works units of the Joint Sanitation.Department. 1.80 4. Resolution Approval of Revised Westchester Joint Water Works Projects On motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that as recommended by the Westchester Joint Water Works, this III Board hereby approves the following joint improvements for 1982: Project 82-J.1 Motorized Bypass inKenilworth Pit at a revised estimated cost of $85,000. ; Project 82-J.2 Installation • of 12" Main on Carroll Avenue at a revised estimated cost of $85,000. ; the elimination of Projects 82-J.3 and 82-J.4 and the substitution of Project 82-J.5 Installation of 20" Butterfly Valve on Kenilworth Road at an estimated cost of $10,000. the total estimated cost of $180.000. is to be allocated on a percentage basis among the three municipalities with the Town's share being 21.6% or $38,880. NOT ON AGENDA Town Engineer, Charles Elfreich, submitted a report on the sanitary sewer problems on Ferndale Place: For at least two years this line has been surcharged during periods of heavy rain. On occasion the pump station has had mechanical/ electrical problems which may or may not have caused this surcharging. Inspection of the manholes by the Sewer Department revealed large accumulations of grease and debris (sand, stones, gravel, etc.) . The Building Department has inspected all the restaurants that contribute to this line. All the restaurants now conform to the plumbing requirements. Mr. Elfreich also explained that an attempt was made to inspect the sanitary sewer on closed circuit television on July 14, but it was impossible to do because of large quantities of debris (rocks, bricks, broken pipe) in the line. Bucket cleaning and flushing was completed on September 10. Approximately five to six cubic yards of debris was removed I from the line. Closed circuit television inspection was made on September 14 and in his opinion the present line has deteriorated to a stage where total collapse is imminent and therefore, he recommended it be replaced immediately under emergency conditions. After some discussion it was agreed to follow normal procedure • and on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously III RESOLVED, that the Town Engineer prepare specifications and go out for bids; . and that the Comptroller be authorized to get papers from Bonding Attorney. -10-, 181 it THE TOWN CLERK Regular Reports The Town Clerk presented the report of the Town Clerk's Office for the months of July 1982 and August 1982, as well as the reports of the Building Inspector's Office for the month of August 1982. THE SUPERVISOR • Reports The Deputy Supervisor had no reports at this time. REPORTS OF THE COUNCILMEN AND COUNCILWOMAN Councilman Amlicke: 1. gave a brief report re Hommocks Pool and mentioned that the idea of an early evening opening be held in abeyance until problems are worked out. 2. spoke about the fact that they are still searching for a mixed paper pickup. Councilman Bloom: 1. Read a Proclamation for Constitution Week to be included as part of the minutes of this meeting. (see page 13) 2. related concern expressed by the Zoning Board and read a letter from A. William Boraczek, Chairman of the Zoning Board about the frequency of after the fact applicants who put the Board in a position of either approving an addition that was illegal or causing some great expense by forcing the removal. 3. read a letter from Larchmont Village Mayor, Martin Quigley, about concerns and awareness of the Town Council, Planning Commission and Zoning Board with regard to interests of Village residents and the impact of traffic and environ- mental matters when allowing variances for buildings within the Town. 4. Councilman Bloom announced the upcoming celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Larchmont Council of the Knights of Columbus and presented a resolution expressing this Board's best wishes. Thereafter, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, _the following resolution was adopted by unanimous vote of this Board: -11- 182 II WHEREAS, the Knights of Columbus, an organization of more than 1.3 million Catholic Laymen in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Philippines, Guatemala, Panama, Puerto Rico, Guam and the Virgin Islands, is dedicated to Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism; and WHEREAS, these principles have been shown by numerous works of charity and community involvement by the • local councils of the Order; and WHEREAS, the Larchmont Council of the Knights of Columbus, observing its thirtieth anniversary this year, has served church and community in many ways; and WHEREAS, many members of the Larchmont Council have served the community as religious leaders or elected officials; and WHEREAS, the Knights of Columbus are marking the hundredth anniversary of the founding of their Order by Father Michael J. McGivney; and WHEREAS, the Larchmont ,Council, No. 3536 of the Knights of Columbus is marking its thirtieth anniversary and the centennial of the Order on Saturday, October 9, 1982; and WHEREAS, October 12, 1982 is the 390th anniversary of the Discovery of America by their Patron, Christopher Columbus; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Council of the Town of Mamaroneck proclaims the week of October 10, 1982 as "Knights of Columbus Week;" and be it further RESOLVED, that the Town Council of the Town of Mamaroneck expresses its best • wishes and congratulations to the Larchmont Council, Knights of Columbus; and be it further RESOLVED, that this resolution shall be spread upon the minutes of this meeting and a copy presented to the Larchmont Council Knights of Columbus. -12- :183 Councilman McMillan asked the Administrator to contact the appropriate person to ascertain if a bus shelter can be put up across from Shopwell. PROCLAMATION W h e r e a s , The Constitution of the United States of America gives us the foundation for a free, prosperous and independent life for all citizens, but each generation, in turn, must work for and • claim it; otherwise, through carelessness or indifference, the rights and liberties we have enjoyed may vanish, and Whereas , It is of the greatest consequence that the citizens fully under- stand the provisions and principles contained in the Constitu- tion of the United States of America in order to be able to support it properly as, "The greatest document for human liberty in two thousand years of recorded history," and W h e r e a s , The people of the United States should be deeply grateful to their Founding Fathers for the wisdom and foresight they displayed in writing and adopting the Constitution, and Whereas , The independence granted to the American people to enjoy such freedom and liberty, unknown to any other country, should be celebrated by appropriate ceremonies and ac- tivities during Constitution Week, September 17 through 23, as designated by proclamation of the President of the United States in accordance with Public Law No. 915, Now , Therefore , be it R es o l v e d , that the week of September 17 to 23, 1982 is hereby pro- fclaimed as -- - Constitution Week in the Town of Mamaroneck and all of our citizens are urged to display the flag and express gratitude for the privilege of American citizenship in our -Republic functioning under the superb body of laws -- the -_ � Constitution of the United States of America. • Leo Goldsmith, Jr. ' 9. 1, Supervisor For the Town Board - • Dated : - September the -15th, 1982 - - - -- There being no further business to come before the Town Board, on motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was unanimously declared adjourned at 12:18 a.m. Town Clerk -13-