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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983_06_01 Town Board Regular Minutes 340 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS AND THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD ON THE 1ST DAY OF JUNE 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 Stewart J. McMillan Commissioner Thomas R. Amlicke_ Commissioner Caroline Silverstone Commissioner Lee H. Bloom was out of town and 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 The Administrator. Stephen Altieri presented fire claims for authorization of payment and on motion by Commissioner Silverstone, seconded by Commissioner McMillan, 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 $ 172.00 Brigante Lawn Mowers 359.00 Columbia Business Systems, Inc. 344:00 Excelsior Garage and Machine Works, Inc. 3,653.52 Lawrence Heat & Power Corp. 89.50 Lou-Arco Service Center, Inc. 12.50 Mid-Valley Petroleum 351.94 New York Telephone Co. 835.53 New York Telephone Co. 52.54 Portronix Communications, Inc. 1.50 Town of Mamaroneck General Fund 40.00 Town of Mamaroneck General Fund 39.60 Uniform Rental, Inc. 26.86 $5,978.49 -1- 341 2. Report of Bids - Weaver Street Firehouse Interior Painting The Administrator presented the Engineer's memorandum and reviewed the bids. Some discussion followed Commissioner Silverstone's suggestion that the awarding of a contract for this project be deferred until she has had an opportunity to explore employing local college students. Commissioner Amlicke stated that he felt the job required professional, experienced workers and Commissioner McMillan stated that he was willing to have the idea explored, if the bids can remain open until the next meeting. It was unanimously agreed that the matter of considering the bids for the painting of the interior of the Weaver Street Firehouse would be deferred until the next meeting of this Board. ADJOURNMENT Since there was no further business to come before this Commission, on motion duly made and seconded, this meeting was declared adjourned at 8:30 P.M. CONVENE REGULAR MEETING The regular meeting of the Town Board was convened upon the adjournment of the meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners. Present were the following representing all members of the Board: Supervisor Leo Goldsmith, Jr. Councilman Stewart J. McMillan Councilman Thomas R. Amlicke Councilwoman Caroline Silverstone Councilman Lee H. Bloom was out of town and unable to attend this meeting. II APPROVAL MINUTES The minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 4, 1983 were presented and on motion, by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman McMillan were unanimously approved as amended. The minutes of the Special Meeting of May 17, 1983 were presented and on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, who_zasked to have the Board's decision to take up ;salaries individually, added to the minutes, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, were unanimously approved by all, as amended, except Councilman McMillan, who could not vote since he was not in attendance at that meeting. REPORT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES - Grant re Transportation of Senior Citizens Elaine Samuels, the Town's Director of Community Services announced that the Town will receive a grant from the New York State Grant-in-Aid program for the purchase of a bus to transport senior citizens. She explained that transportation is a critical need of the elderly and read excerpts from the proposal which had been written over a year ago and thanked Assemblyman Perone for his help in expediting the approval of the grant. Mrs. Samuels noted that Trustee Nan Forger -2- 342 and Administrator Stephen Altieri will be working with her on this matter. Supervisor Goldsmith thanked Mrs. Samuels for her work on a daily basis. Not on Agenda IIICommunications-Supervisor and Chairman of Library Board re Meeting Dates Mr. Goldsmith referred to his letter to Donald Oresman, Chairman of the Larchmont Library Board of Trustees, requesting a change from that Board's meetings which are held on the first Wednesday and Mr. Oresman's answer that the meetings -could be changed to either the second or fourth Wednesday and that he would advise the Supervisor once his Board members have been polled. The Supervisor publicly thanked Mr. Oresman for his cooperation in this matter. OLD BUSINESS 1. Approval of Amended Lease Agreement with Mamaroneck School District re Cable TV Access Center Councilman McMillan reviewed the background of this matter and recommended this Board's approval of the amended lease. Thereupon on Councilman's McMillan's motion, which was seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby approve the amended lease agreement between the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Cable TV Board of Control and the Mamaroneck Union Free School District regarding the use of the public access center at Mamaroneck High School; and it is further RESOLVED, that Joseph P. Fraioli, Administrator of the Cable TV Board of Control be and he hereby is authorized to execute said lease agreement. Sigrid Davis read a prepared statement on behalf of the League of Women Voters urging approval of the agreement. When Robert Dallos questioned the hours the Access Center would be available, Mrs. Sullivan, a member of the TV Board of Control, answered after 3:30 P.M. on school days and noted that a porta-pac would always be available. 2. Resolution - Petition of UA-Columbia for Rate Increases Resolution - Authorize Cable TV Administrator to Prepare Response On motion by Councilman McMillan, who recommended that this Board reject the request for rate increases, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, who stated that the requested increases were excessive, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: 1 -3- 343 WHEREAS, UA-COLUMBIA CABLEVISION OF WESTCHESTER, as Franchisee, petitioned the Village of Mamaroneck, Village of Larchmont and Town of Mamaroneck for certain rate increases; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Mamaroneck does not agree to the Franchisee's request for such rate increases; and it is further RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 25.2.3 of the Franchise Agreement, the Town of Mamaroneck agrees to join with the Village of Larchmont and Village of Mamaroneck and the Franchisee in a joint application, pursuant to Section 825.5e of the Executive Law of the State of New York, to place the matter for adjudication before the New York State Commission on Cable TV. Ira Birnbaum, General Manager of UA-Columbia Cablevision of Westchester, Inc. expressed his disappointment of the Board's action. Councilman McMillan stated that the tri-municipal area would be better served by submitting the request to professionals and therefore, on his motion, which was seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Administrator of the Board of Control, Joseph Fraioli, is hereby authorized to communicate said objections to the State Board along with such supporting documentation as the Board of Control may determine. Robert Dallos asked about the $85,000 worth of equipment for the access center and was answered by Mrs. Sullivan that such equipment pas not been purchased as yet, nor have bids for such equipment gone out. Councilwoman Silverstone commented that the Control Board is cumbersome since it must go back to the three respective boards before final decisions are made. 3. Salary Authorization - Police Following the Supervisor's reference to the resolution adopted at this Board's previous meeting which did not include the Police Chief, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that the Police Chief Charles S. Baumblatt be compensated Illat the rate of $37,000. per annum. -4- 344 4. Report of Tax Lien Sale As a matter of information, the Comptroller reported on the tax lien sale held on May 20, 1983. During a discussion that followed, both the Comptroller and the Town'Attorney clarified the foreclosure procedures and the question arose as to whether the Town had opted for the two year limit instead of the four year limit relative to foreclosures. , Ill 5. Dedication - Town Owned Land Situated in Mamaroneck Village at Harbor Island Supervisor Goldsmith referred to the previous meeting and Councilman Amlicke's reasons, at that time, for wanting the matter deferred and thereupon, Councilman Amlicke made a motion to simultaneously dedicate the land when the Village of Mamaroneck dedicates the surrounding lands. The Town Attorney then clarified the Town's acquisition of the subject property. At that time Mamaroneck Village Trustee Gary Bastian addressed the Board and spoke in opposition to the dedication noting that said dedication would limit future use and that only an act of the legislature could undo such a dedication and emphasized that he prefers local control of local land, adding that the Village Planning Board is opposed also. Councilwoman Silverstone stated that she believes the Village Trustees in favor of this proposal wish to protect the character of the land and preserve their open spaces. Dr.- Mason and Mrs. Battalia added their comments to the discussion which followed during which Councilman Amlicke withdrew his motion expressing his concern that the land may become restrictive and noting his desire for further clarification relative to rights of access and what affects the dedication would have. Councilwoman Silverstone offered a motion to dedicate the town owned land when the Village dedicates theirs, but no second was offered to her motion. On motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman McMillan, it was unanimously resolved that this matter be put over to the agenda of the Board's first meeting in July. 6. Appointment - Town Representative - Community Development Advisory Group (CDAG) Following some discussion, during which Councilman Amlicke requested that the resolution read that the appointee be asked to keep the Board informed by reporting on the meetings he attends, on motion by Councilman McMillan, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that Bernard Axelrod of 2 Washington Square, Town be and he hereby is appointed as the Town of Mamaroneck's representative to the Community Development Advisory Group (CDAG) of the Westchester Urban County Program. -5- and be it further RESOLVED, that the Supervisor is authorized to convey to the County of Westchester said::.appointee's name and address; and be it further RESOLVED, that Mr. Axelrod be requested to report to the Board on the meetings he attends. 7. Recommendation for Appointment - Westchester County Environmental Management Council Councilman Amlicke stated that at the most recent C.A.C. meeting, it was agreed that the Chairman, Dr. Alan Mason would be recommended for the above captioned appointment, and on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby recommends and submits to County Executive Andrew P. O"Rourke the name of Dr. Alan Mason of 482 Weaver Street, Town, Chairman of the Town of Mamaroneck Conservation_ Advisory Commission for appointment as the Town's representative to the Westchester • County Environmental Management Council. it 8. Appointment - Part-Time Secretary - Narcotics Guidance Council On motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby approves the appointment of Elaine Rowe, 194 Garth Road, Scarsdale, as part-time Secretary at the Community Counselling Center for the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Narcotics Guidance Council; and be it further RESOLVED, that the above is subject to a similar resolution being adopted by the Villages of Larchmont and Mamaroneck. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approval - Recreation Commission's Recommendations re Pool Permits Councilman Amlicke advised the Board that the Commission had given considerable thought to the recommendation to raise the pool permit rates and agreed that the proposed fees were reasonable and will help defray the Town's share of the costs of the repairs to the pool. Thereupon, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman McMillan, it was unanimously -6- 346 RESOLVED, that this Board hereby accepts the recommendation of the Town Recreation Commission to increase the pool use fees as in- dicated below, said fees to be effective July 1, 1983: Resident Family $125.00 Resident Individual $ 50.00 Resident Daily ID $ 25.00 Resident Senior Citizen $ 25.00 Non-Resident Family $190.00 Non-Resident Individual $ 70.00 Non-Resident Daily ID $ 35.00 Non-Resident Senior Citizen $ 35.00 Robert Dallos told the Board that it was a bad time to raise the fees when they could not be sure if the pool would stay open throughout the entire summer, especially if something happened to the filter. A discussion ensued about rebates and the second recommendation of the Recreation Commission was presented and on motion by Councilman McMillan, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby approves the use of the following statement on pool permit applications: The pool will be closed for an indefinite period of time between September 6, 1983 and June 1, 1984 and there will be no re- bates or refunds for any permits issued, because the pool is closed for that period of time; and be it further RESOLVED, that this Board hereby agrees, that should the pool close prior to Labor Day, rebates will be made, the amount of which is to be determined at a later date. Following some further discussion on pool employees, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilwoman Silverstone, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, various mechanical problems have been encountered at the Hommocks Pool resulting in periodic closings of said Pool; and WHEREAS, such closings have affected the employment of competent pool staff; NOW, THEREFORE, BE-.IT RESOLVED, that pool employees hired for the summer of 1983 be guaranteed the following: Should the pool close during the month of July, pool staff shall be paid through the end of July; similarly, if the pool closes during the month of August, pool staff shall be paid full wages through the end of August; -7- and be it further RESOLVED, that the above resolution is conditioned upon the agreement by said pool employees to accept such other duties as may be assigned to them in the event the pool is closed as stated above. 2. Authorization - Advertise for Bids = Police Department: a) Leather Jackets b) Desk Taping System On motion by Councilman McMillan, seconded by: Councilwoman Silverstone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to obtain bids for police leather jackets and a desk taping system for the Police Department; 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 on the above items. 3. Appointment or Reappointment Recommendation - Larchmont Library Board On motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby recommends to the Board of Trustees of the Larchmont Library, the re- appointment of Harry B. DeMaio of 10 Sackett Drive, Town, as a Trustee of that Board for a term of office of 5 years. 4. Salary Authorizations - Recreation On motion by Councilman McMillan, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 1983 Town Budget, this Board hereby authorizes the following salary ex- penditures to the persons named on the list annexed hereto, for the terms of employment and at the rate of compensation for each as set forth: (see next page for list) • -8- 348 Robert Burlinson, Recreation Attendant, Memorial Park Tennis Courts, $2.65 per hour, effective June 25, 1983, replacing Steven Iarocci who will be working at the Hommocks Tennis. Courts effective June 25, 1983. Tara Cunningham, Recreation Assistant, Tennis Instructions, $70.00 per week, effective July 6, 1983. Douglas Millar, Recreation Assistant, Central Playground, $75.00 per week, effective July 6, 1983, replacing Debbie Woods. H O M M O C K S P O O L NAME POSITION RATE EFFECTIVE Brenner, Ann Head Lifeguard $4.25/hour- 6/25/83 Cuff, Germaine Lifeguard $3.25/hour 6/25/83 Halpin, Mary Lifeguard $3.25/hour 6/25/83 Irwin, Liz Lifeguard $3.25/hour 6/25/83 Reilly, Beth Lifeguard $3.25/hour 6/25/83 Reilly, Brad Lifeguard $3.25/hour 6/25/83 Spool, Ira Lifeguard $3.25/hour 6/25/83 Treacey, Paul Lifeguard $3.25/hour 6/25/83 Treacey, Peter Lifeguard $3.25/hour 6/25/83 Woods, Debbie Lifeguard $3.25/hour 6/25/83 Ferro, Cindy Swim Team Coach $4.00/hour 6/25/83 Bender, Ed Ass't Swim Coach $3.75/hour 6/25/83 Pampel, Martha Rec. Attendant $2.75/hour 6/25/83 Parnell, Liz Rec. Attendant $2.75/hour 6/25/83 Treacey, Ann Rec. Attendant $2.75/hour 6/25/83 Cuff, Coleman Rec. Attendant $2. 75/hour 6/25/83 Ross, Barry Rec. Attendant $2. 75/hour 6/25/83 Waters, Marty. Rec. Attendant $2.75/hour 6/25/83 Treacey, James Rec. Attendant $2. 75/hour 6/25/83 Vivian Lawrence Rec. Attendant $6.00/hour 6/25/83 Celia Lamont Rec. Attendant $3.00/hour 6/25/83 5. Town Clerk's Requests - Approval of Polling Places, Authorization of Publications of Notices re Elections and Registration and Authorization - Town Clerk to Request Waiver re Elderly & Handicapped Access to Certain Polling Places Following the Clerk's explanation, on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconded by Councilman McMillan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that in accordance with the provisions of Section 4-104 and Sections 4-118 and 120 of the Election Law, this Board hereby designates a place for each Election District in the Town as shown on the lists hereto attached, and authorizes the publication in The Daily Times, A Notice listing the places for Primary Election, Local Registration and General Election, briefly describing each district location; -9- 349 and be it further RESOLVED, that upon recommendation of the Town Clerk, this Board agrees that a waiver of Section 4-104 (1-1) of the New York State Election Law should be requested; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be and she hereby is authorized to convey said request for waiver to the Westchester County Board of Elections. - At this time the Supervisor changed the order of the Agenda THE SUPERVISOR 1. Discussion - Human Rights Commission - (Letter from Judi R. Martin) Councilwoman Silverstone moved the appointment of Judi Martin to fill the position relinquished by Martin Weinraub and it was seconded by Councilman McMillan; thereupon the following resolution was unanimously adopted RESOLVED, that this Board appoints Judi R. Martin, 416C Larchmont Acres, Town, as a member of the Town of Mamaroneck Commission of Human Rights to fill the vacancy created ly Martin Weinraub, for a three year term of office. . NOT ON AGENDA 1. Request Re Rate Increase Election Inspectors Dolores Battalia, Secretary of the Town Democratic Committee, addressed the Board relative to a rate increase for election inspectors, noting her party's difficulty in recruiting inspectors in Mamaroneck Village since the Town of Rye pays more than Mamaroneck Town. Following some discussion, it was decided that this Board would give consideration to the request and the matter will be place on the agenda of the July meeting. The Town Clerk was asked to provide the Board members with a copy of the survey conducted by Susan Tolchin, Town Clerk in the Town of Greenburgh. 2. Shumiatcher School of Music - Lease Extension The Director of the Shumiatcher School of Music addressed the Board requesting an extension of her lease at the Town Center where her school is located. She added that she had a committee searching for new spaces for the school and indicated that they would greatly appreciate whatever time they could get, but hoped it could be until March 1984. Councilwoman Silverstone commented on the progress of the plans for the renovation of the Town Center and urged Mrs. Shumiatcher to actively seek another location. She further stated that it is possible that construction would be starting in early 1984 -10- 330 thereby not making it possible for an extension until March. Councilman McMillan suggested that the music school be allowed to continue beyond the termination date on a month-to-month basis, upon 30-day's notice. Thereupon on motion by Councilwoman Silverstone, seconddd by Councilman McMillan it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Shumiatcher School of Music shall remain as a tenant in the Town Center on a month to month basis; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Shumiatcher School of Music will be required to vacate the Town Center building .upon 30 days written notice. THE TOWN CLERK Regular Reports The Clerk presented the Reports of the Building Inspector and Town Clerk's office for the month of May 1983. REPORTS - THE .COUNCILMEN AND COUNCILWOMAN Councilman Amlicke 1. Hommocks Field Councilman Amlicke expressed several concerns about the on-going situations relative to the Hommocks Field. He made reference to letters that had been sent to Mr. Pound and Aqua Dredge. After some discussion during which certain items were clarified, the Town Attorney was asked to send a letter to the attorney for Aqua Dredge. 2. Proposal Re Maintenance of Soccer Fields Councilman Amlicke reported that he met with Larchmont Village Trustee Miriam Curnin relative to the recommendations that both the Town and Village Recreation Commissions meet to discuss maintenance of the Soccer Fields. He noted that following the meeting with her he had advised the Town Recreation Commission to make arrangements to meet with the Village Recreation Commission on this matter. 3. Dedication of Park Land Councilman Amlicke requested that everything be in order so that this matter can be taken up at the Board's next meeting. 4. Coastal Zone Management Committee Councilman Amlicke advised the C.A.C. chairman of the urgency for firming up the appointments to the above caption committee and asked that recommendations be forthcoming for action by this Board. -11- 351 Councilwoman Silverstone 1. Safety Matters Re Finast Area and Students Councilwoman Silverstone reported that she and the Town Administrator had met with Mr. Pepe, owner of the Finast Shopping Center Property on the above captioned matter. She advised that a subsequent meeting would be held and thereafter a recommendation relative to the paving of a pathway around the perimeter of the parking lot and the hiring of an additional school crossing guard would be presented to this Board. Not On Agenda 1. Change Date of Meeting Pursuant to Town Clerk's suggestion, on motion by Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman McMillan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby changes the date of the meeting in July 1983 from July 6th to July 13th. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before this Board, on motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was declared adjourned at 10:40 P.M. Town Clerk i -12-