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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983_04_06 Town Board Regular Minutes 285 • MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS AND THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD ON THE 6TH DAY OF APRIL 1983 IN THE AUDITORIUM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE, TOWN OF MAMARONECK. CALL TO ATTENTION - Location of Exits • Supervisor Goldsmith 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 Goldsmith at 8:15 P.M. Present were the following: Commissioner Leo Goldsmith, Jr. Commissioner Lee H. Bloom Commissioner Caroline Silverstone Since Commissioner Stewart J. McMillan was ill and Commissioner Thomas R. Amlicke was out of town, both were unable to attend 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 P. Thomas Leddy, Highway Superintendent 1. Claims Commissioner Bloom presented fire claims for authorization of payment and on his motion, seconded by Commissioner Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Commission hereby authorizes payment of the following Fire Department claims as approved by the Fire Chief and audited by the Comptroller's office: -1- I p. 286 AAA Emergency Equipment $ 23.50 Con Edison 53.33 Con Edison 2.00 Con Edison 3.00 Dri-Chem Extinguisher 28.00 Dri-Chem Extinguisher 36.00 Dri-Chem Extinguisher 47.00 Dri-Chem Extinguisher 5.00 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 737.55 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 4,050.00 I & T Plumbing 337.00 Lawrence Heat & Power Corp. 467.88 New York Telephone 9.00 Portronix Communications, Inc. 2.75 S & S Power Equipment 20.00 Town of Mamaroneck General Fund 370.05 Uniform Rental, Inc. 26.86 Uniform Rental, Inc. 94.22 Uniform Rental, Inc. 26.86 Westchester Joint Water Works 44.89 Norman Wilson 22.50 Village Paint 12.51 $6,419.90 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before this Commission, on motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was declared adjourned at 8:18 P.M. CONVENE REGULAR MEETING The regular meeting of the Town Board was convened immediately upon the adjournment of the meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners. Present were the following: Supervisor Leo Goldsmith, Jr. Councilman Lee H. Bloom Councilwoman Caroline Silverstone Since Councilman Stewart J. McMillan was ill and Councilman Thomas R. Amlicke was out of town, both were unable to attend this meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of April 21, 1982; May 5, 1982; May 19, 1982 and March 16, 1983 were presented and action was deferred to the next meeting since in each case no quorum was present to act upon them. -2- 287 OLD BUSINESS 1. Signing of Linen Print (Sublision__ Map of Garfield Housing) Supervisor Goldsmith suggested that a lengthy discussion not be indulged in this evening since that has been done at previous meetings and stated that he would take up anything new on this subject. Robert Cammer posed questions about the subdivision map showing encroachment onto other properties and passed out to the Board and Attorney a drawing which Mr. Johnston advised was a site plan which does not have to be filed with the County. Mr. Johnston went on to advise the Board of the reasons why they must sign the linen print (subdivision map) , and in answer to Supervisor Goldsmith's question, further advised that the signing does not indicate this Board's approval or disapproval of the proposed project. When other questions were raised, the Town Attorney emphasized that the signing is to allow the County Health Department to review the map so it can be remitted back to the Planning Board, and Councilman Bloom added that this Board cannot impede the applicant's submissions and applications. Mr. Cammer asked the Board to delay any action relative to the signing and Mr. Sachs noted that much delay had already taken place and thereupon, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, who stated that she favored the delaying factor that had been discussed, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Supervisor to sign the Subdivision Map of Garfield Housing, also referred to as the Linen Print; and it is further RESOLVED, that such Linen Print or Subdivision Map shall not be delivered to the Applicant before April 14, 1983, but shall be delivered on such date. NEW BUSINESS 1. Salary Authorizations a) Assistant Court Clerk (Part-time) On motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously. RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Carolyn S. Whittemore, Part-time Assistant Court Clerk at the Justice Court be compensated at the rate of $5.00 per hour, effective April 7, 1983. b) Recreation Councilwoman Silverstone questioned the difference in salary between the part-time court clerk and temporary clerical help in the recreation office and following the Administrator's explanation, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously -3- 288 RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Vivian Lawrence, Temporary Clerical Help in the Recreation Office, be compensated at the rate of $6.00 per hour, effective April 18, 1983; and it is further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Dominick Penzine and Steven Iarocci, Recreation Attendants at Memorial Park Tennis Courts, both be compensated at the rate of $3.50 per hour, effective April 7, 1983. 2. Request - Clerk of Board of Education for Use of Voting Machines On motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Bloom, 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 11, 1983. 3. Set Date for Public Hearing - Purchase of Garbage Transfer Trailer The following resolution was offered by Councilman Bloom, who moved its adoption and seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone: RESOLVED, that April 20, 1983 is hereby set as the date for the public hearing relative to authorizing purchase of a garbage transfer trailer for use by the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Joint Garbage Disposal Commission; and it was further RESOLVED, that the Clerk be, and she hereby is, authorized to publish in The Daily Times, the Notice of said hearing as required by law. 4. Applications for Sign Variances - Finast Shopping Center (Set Date for Public Hearing) On motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that April 20, 1983 be set as the date for the public hearing relative to the requests for sign variances at the Finast Shopping Center; and it was further RESOLVED, that the Clerk be, and she hereby is, authorized to publish in The Daily Times, the Notice of said hearing as required by law. -4- 289 5. Letter, Marie and Alex Martinson re Sewer Problem-Baldwin Avenue Some discussion followed Alex Martinson's explanation to the Board of his sewerage problem and his inability to use the plumbing facilities in his home because of sewerage backup during heavy rainfalls. Further clarifications were made by the Town Engineer who has been aware of the problems on Baldwin Avenue for some time and has been seeking ways to alleviate said problems. References were made to Mr. Elfreich's memorandum to the Town Administrator and Mr. Elfreich advised that illegal connections contribute to the surcharging. At the conclusion of the discussion, since the Town Engineer had referred to his talks with County personnel relative to the availability of federal funds for a project to solve the Baldwin Avenue problems; he was asked to provide Mr. Altieri with the names of those persons in the Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities with whom he has been discussing the matter so that the Supervisor can contact that office to further follow up and hopefully expedite the application for said federal funding. NOT ON AGENDA 6. Baseball and Soccer Fields A lengthy discussion followed Ralph Engel's request to the Board for funding of the renovation and maintenance of the ball fields in Flint Park and Lorenzen Park which have been overused due to the unavailability of the Hommocks Fields, The Supervisor, Councilman Bloom and Highway Superintendent Leddy clarified the misunderstandings about which fields were to be treated by Town personnel. Others taking part in the discussion included Joe Gryzlo, President of the Soccer League, Philip Serlin, President of Little League and Kathy Harrington, all of whom advised of the current condition of the fields and urged the Town's support in renovating them and possibly including a town-wide item in the budget for their continued maintenance. Councilwoman Silverstone told Mr. Gryzlo of her personal awareness of their fine soccer program and noted that he had raised an interesting concept relative to the town-wide charge. She added that a study should be made of how the money collected from the youngsters participating in the League and Town and Village monies could be used together to benefit the League, but felt that the maintenance of the fields must be left to the experts like Mr. Leddy and Mr. Crowley. She further advised him of the Town's policy to have those groups receiving financial support from the Town present an annual report publicly. Supervisor Goldsmith agreed that the program provides a wonderful benefit to the children of this community and asked for the Board's pleasure on this matter. Councilman Bloom suggested that, pending further discussion, Mr. Leddy proceed with what has already been agreed to. Both Councilman Bloom and Councilwoman Silverstone agreed that the matter brought before the Board tonight should be deferred and presented to Councilman Amlicke for his review and recommendations. -5- 290 NOT ON AGENDA 7. Kathy Siconolfi re Status of Town's Environmental Law and Status of Tax Liens In answer to Mr. Siconolfi's queries, Town Attorney James Johnston advised that a review of the law has been made and it has been found that many of the amendments are not applicable to this area and that most of the changes are relative to time elements. He further noted that the amending of the Town law is now deferred until all relative lawsuits have been settled and in the meantime the State law will be followed. Mr. Johnston also advised Mrs. Siconolfi that letters have been sent to the delinquent tax payers offering them one last chance to pay at least one quarter of the amount owed with the spelling out of a timetable to pay off the remainder or an in-rem proceeding will be instituted. NOT ON AGENDA 8. Director of Shumiatcher Music School re Termination of Lease Bella Shumiatcher addressed the Board requesting the opportunity to continue holding her mustic classes at the Town Center beyond July 31st, the date upon which she had been notified that her lease would terminate. She was advised by Supervisor Goldsmith, Councilman Bloom and Councilwoman Silverstone of the Board's reasons for the decision to notify her early about the termination of her lease and, after her question, answered that the decision was irrevocable. It was also emphasized that it is impossible for the Music School to be assured of space in the building when the renovation is completed, and she was urged to seek space elsewhere. THE TOWN CLERK Regular Reports The Clerk presented the Report of the Town Clerk's Office for the month of March 1983. THE SUPERVISOR NOT ON AGENDA 3. Supervisor Goldsmith requested that an Executive Session be held following this meeting to discuss a police personnel matter and thereupon, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Council- woman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board will hold an Executive Session immediately following the adjournment of this meeting to discuss a police personnel matter. -6- 291 1. Formal Appointment of Traffic Commission Following a brief discussion during which the Supervisor suggested that the group be constituted as a Committee and not a Commission and Councilman Bloom's suggestion for minor changes in the proposed resolution, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, the functions of the Traffic Commission were formerly performed by the Police Commission; and WHEREAS, the Police Commission, as such, has been abolished and its duties assumed by the Town Board; and WHEREAS, it has been considered advisable that there be a separate Traffic Committee; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that there be constituted a Traffic Committee of the Town of Mamaroneck; and it is further RESOLVED, that Joseph J. Sussen, Allen L. Thompson and Dolores A. Battalia be, and they hereby are, appointed as the members of said Town of Mamaroneck Traffic Committee. 2. Reminder - Beautification Day, Saturday, April 9th Supervisor Goldsmith reminded everyone that Saturday, April 9th is Beautification Day and that cleanup projects will be taking place throughout the community and 14 will be paid for each bottle brought to the Town yard. He urged everyone to participate. REPORTS OF THE COUNCILMEN AND COUNCILWOMAN Councilwoman Silverstone 1. Architects re Town Center Renovations Councilwoman Silverstone reported that architects are being interviewed and soon a proposal will be presented to the Board for approval. Ill 2. Meeting of Cable T.V. Control Board Councilwoman Silverstone reported on her attendance at said meeting due to Councilman McMillan's illness and enumerated the questions that had come up during the meeting. One was -7- I 292. whether the $1,000 earned through franchise revenues was to be given to the Cable T.V. Administrator, Joseph Fraioli, as additional compensation for his administrative duties or be ut into Mamaroneck Village coffers; and another P g , was whether franchise money is to be shared among the three municipalities or go into one pot, to be used for community access, and, if the revenues are to be divided, will the sharing be decided by subscriber or by population. The answers given were that the $1,000 is to be given to Joseph Fraioli for his administrative duties, and that this Board's understanding is that the communities are to share such funds, either on the basis of subscriber or otherwise. Councilwoman Silverstone advised that UA-Columbia has indicated that they cannot differentiate by subscriber and for that reason and others, it was suggested that the officials of all three municipalities meet in one place for discussion of these matters and that perhaps such a meeting can take place on Tuesday, June 7th. NOT ON AGENDA - Marshall Kaplan re his letter Marshall Kaplan asked that his letter of April 6, 1983 be answered and was advised by Supervisor Goldsmith that his letter was only received at the beginning of this meeting and the matter will be looked into after the Board members have had an opportunity to read the letter. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before this Board, on motion duly made and seconded the public portion of the meeting was declared adjourned at 10:25 P.M. to Executive Session. Town Clerk -8-