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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981_05_20 Town Board Regular Minutes 1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, I HELD ON THE 20TH OF MAY 1981 IN THE COUNCIL ROOM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE, TOWN OF MAMARONECK. IIIThe Supervisor called the meeting to order at 8:15 p.m. Present were the following: IIISupervisor Leo Goldsmith, Jr. Councilman Lee H. Bloom Councilwoman Charlotte P. Monsell Councilman Thomas R. Amlicke Councilman Stewart J. McMillan was not in attendance at this meeting. Also present were the following: Dorothy S. Miller, Town Clerk James J. Johnston, Town Attorney Carmine A. DeLuca, Comptroller Charles R. Elfreich, Town Engineer Joseph V. Santoro, Acting Highway Superintendent NOT ON AGENDA IIIThe Supervisor recognized Mrs. Kapp of Heather Lane who spoke about children and traffic problems in the area of Sts. John and Paul Church and School. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION TO LOCAL BOY SCOUTS Supervisor Goldsmith noted his delight at having the young gentlemen present at this meeting and read the proclamation which had been adopted at the last meeting. The proclamation was presented to William Kiernan, who accepted on behalf of the Boy Scouts. Mr. Goldsmith then announced that these Boy Scouts would be in the Town offices on Thursday, May 21st at 3:30 p.m. to attend to various duties and outlined their assignments which would entail taking the place of the Supervisor, Town Clerk, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Assessor, Attorney, Comptroller, Engineer, Recreation Superintendent, etc. • NEW BUSINESS 1. Resolution - UA Columbia Cablevision, Inc. re Merger Agreement Following some questions, the Town Attorney stated he had reviewed the agreement and the proposed resolution and had found nothing objectionable and Supervisor Goldsmith recommended that the resolution be adopted subject to the completion of the merger. Thereupon, on motion by Councilman Bloom, who noted that our only concern would be that the -1- merger would afford us the quality assured us by UA Columbia, seconded by Councilwoman Monsell, the following resolution was adopted: WHEREAS, UA Columbia Cablevision of Westchester, Inc. (the "Company") has advised the Town of Mamaroneck that its parent company, UA Columbia III Cablevision, Inc. ("UACC") , has entered into a merger agreement wherein it is proposed that Dow Jones and Company, Inc. and Knight Ridder • Newspapers, Inc. will acquire all of the capital stock of UACC; and WHEREAS, the Company has requested approval of the proposed transaction from the Town of Mamaroneck pursuant to the terms of the franchise agree- ment between the Town of Mamaroneck and the Company dated December 3, 1980; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Mamaroneck has no objection to the proposed transaction and accordingly approves of same. It is understood that UACC will seek any necessary approvals from the New York State Commission on Cable Television; and it is further III RESOLVED, that the resolution is subject to the merger being completed and similar resolutions being adopted by both the Villages of Larchmont and Mamaroneck. 2. Request - Attendance at New York State and International Association of Police Chiefs' Conferences Pursuant to some discussion and Councilman Amlicke's reference to this Board's request for statements indicating what benefits the Town would derive from persons attending conferences, it was unanimously agreed that this matter would be deferred until further information is received from Chief Barasch. 3. Salary Authorizations: a) Recreation • Following presentation of Mr. Kronenberger's memorandum and some discussion relative to the Day Camp at Flint Park, on motion by III Councilman Amlicke, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Doug Bessone, Director for the Day Camp at Flint Park, be paid a salary of $1,500 and Janine Buccolo, Assistant Director for said Camp, be paid a salary of $542.50, both for a period of seven weeks (June 22nd through August 7th, 1981) . -2- b) Assistant Maintenance Man - Police Department Upon presentation of Police Chief Barasch's memorandum, on motion by Councilwoman Monsell, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes that Peter Fraioli, 85 Edgewood Avenue, Town, be engaged as Assistant Maintenance Man to assist Ben Seagraves and be compensated at the rate of $3.50 per hour effective May 26, 1981 and termin- ating August 7, 1981. 4. Special Permit Application-Proposed Nursery School for Samson Management Corporation (Refer to Planning Board) The above-referenced application for alterations to two existing apartment dwelling units was submitted to the Board. Said application included the plans and specifications as well as a memorandum addressed to the Board by the Building Inspector, William Paonessa, and upon motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilwoman Monsell, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Special Permit Application submitted for alterations to two existing apartment dwelling units for a proposed nursery school is hereby referred to the Planning Board for its study and recommendations and report back to the Town Board. NOT ON AGENDA Supervisor Goldsmith acknowledged the presence of Assemblyman John Perone who addressed the Board as follows: On the topic of the Town Board's request for special legislation relative to the Justice Court and Police Department being located outside of the Unincorporated Area, Mr. Perone stated that the legislation was not necessary and that it is totally within the purview of the Town's mandate to make such a move. Supervisor Goldsmith reiterated his feelings that complications could arise if such a move is made with respect to the Police Department. Assemblyman Perone reminded the Board that the Town of Rye has been operating in this manner for a long time and have encountered no problems. Assemblyman Perone spoke of the receipt of the request by the Volunteer Ambulance Corps for a traffic light pre-emptor at Weaver Street and Palmer Avenue and at Weaver Street and Harmon Drive, and noted that he has heard from the State Department of Transportation who has noted that they will give quick attention to the request. Lastly, Mr. Perone advised the Board that they would be receiving copies of the proposed new bill relative to assessment and would appreciate receiving comments and opinions about the bill. -3- NOT ON AGENDA Mrs. Kenny, representing the Larchmont League of Women Voters, asked about the matter of the Manager Study Report and when a public hearing would be held on that matter. Supervisor Goldsmith noted that a date would be set soon and called to attention that a public hearing was not required by law, but a public airing of the matter would be held. III III THE TOWN ATTORNEY ® 1. Request to Settle Certiorari Pursuant to Mr. Johnston's request and in accordance with the Assessor's and his recommendation, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilwoman Monsell, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Attorney be, and he hereby is, authorized to enter into stipulation to dispose of the certiorari proceeding - 1912 Palmer Avenue vs. Town of Mamaroneck for the tax years 1978 to 1981. Following some discussion, the request to dispose of the certiorari proceeding 1916-18 Palmer Avenue vs. Town of Mamaroneck was unanimously deferred to the next meeting pending receipt of additional information by the Board. III THE COUNCILMEN Not on Agenda Mr. Amlicke Councilman Amlicke reported that the collection of 4,776 bottles at the Recycling Center on Beautification Day created an.lexpenditure of $47.76. Councilman Amlicke asked Comptroller Carmine DeLuca for a simple solution to the tax abatement situation relative to the Larchmont Reservoir property. A great deal of discussion followed and the Town Attorney noted his conversation with the Assessor who informed Mr. Johnston that he will not abate the taxes on the portion of the property where the residence is located. Supervisor Goldsmith stated that this Board must deal with the facts as they are and as long as rent is being paid for the residence, this Board cannot abate the taxes on that part of the property, but if and when it is determined that no rent is being paid, consideration will be given to exempting • that portion from taxes. Councilman Amlicke further reported on a meeting held with Charles Pound and Paul Miller relative to working out the details to get the Hommocks Field job completed. Although it is doubtful as to whether or not the field will be ready in the fall, the work is going along well. Some explanations were made by the Town Engineer Charles Elfreich regarding the constant settling and the land as a former garbage dump. -4- Councilman Amlicke asked that time be set aside for he and Mr. Elfreich to get together to discuss the Weaver Street sidewalk project proposal and noted that the matter had already been presented to the Traffic Commission. Mr. Bloom Apportionments: Councilman Bloom presented to the Board reports with respect to apportionments, as annexed hereto, and on his motion, seconded by Councilman Amlicke, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the recommendations by the Assessor's Office in the forms annexed hereto be, and they hereby are, in all respects approved relative to the properties located at 1150 Old White Plains Road and 2365 Boston Post Road, both Town. (see following two pages) NOT ON `AGENDA Councilman Bloom noted that both Village Memorial Day Parades are being held on the same date and at nearly the same time, which makes if an impossibility to be in two places at the same time and therefore he wished both Communities successful public participation. NOT ON AGENDA Mrs. Monsell Councilwoman Monsell announced the Forum on Single Parenting to be held on May 27, 1981 at 7:45 p.m. at the Hommocks School at which time seven (7) different workshops will be presented and she urged attendance. NOT ON AGENDA Otto Scheuble of Rock Ridge Road advised the Board that heavy duty trucks have been using Rock Ridge Road in connection with the development of the old Elkan property in the Village of Mamaroneck. The Town Engineer and the Town Clerk advised the Board that they would check the record regarding any previous action taken by this Board in relation to this situation. S ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, on motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was declared adjourned at 9:24 p.m. -5- 1150 Old White Plains Rd REPORT OF TAX DEPARTMENT Apportionment in accordance with Paragraph "Fifth", Section 557 of the Westchester County Administrative Code. (Chapter 852 of the.Laws of 1948 as amended) requested one Property carried on the Assessment Roll of 1981-1982 taxes of ' 1982 REASON: Survey approved by Planning- Board May 4th, 1981 III DEPARTMOTAL RECOMMENDATION: : That the property carried on the Assessment Roll of 1981-1982 taxes of 1982 • . • (: . ;,(w: TO BE .APPORTIONED:' BLOCK PARCEL OWNER LAND IMPROVE. TOTAL. 340 204 Magnetti Enterprises Inc. $9,600 $9,600 APPORTIONED TO: .LOCK • PARCEL OWNER LAND IMPROVE. TOTAL 340 204.1 Magnetti Enterprises Inc. $8,500 $8,500 ` III340 204.2 " " " $7,500 . $7,500 340 . 204.3 " " $8,800 . $8,800 • �� ASSESSOR ACTION OF THE TOWN BOARD: Dated: . At a meeting of the Town Board held Ene toregoing petition was r,; 0,c1- c (Granted or Rejected) AW IV CERTIFIED FROM THE MINUTES III - „ Up,,,, . ` TO CLERK -6- 2365 Boston Post Road Larchmont • REPORT OF TAX DEPARTMENT Apportionment in accordance with Paragraph "Fifth", Section 557 of the Westchester County Administrative Code (Chapter 852 of the Laws of 1948 as amended) requested on property carried on the Assessment Roll of 1981-1982 taxes of 1982 REASON: Sale of property April 28, 1981 (see letter dated April 29, 1981) IIIDEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:. 1981-1982 1982 That the property carried-on the Assessment Roll of : taxes of . TO BE APPORTIONED: BLOCK PARCEL OWNER LAND IMPROVE. TOTAL 701 33 Blueberry Harbor Corp. $30,000. $117,000. $147,000. • APPORTIONED TO: BLOCK PARCEL OWNER LAND IMPROVE. TOTAL 701 33.1 Blueberry Harbor Corp. $21,000. $117,000. $138,000. 701 33„2 Bethrich Building Ltd. $9,000. $9,000. • I I u ASS SSOR ACTION OF THE TOWN BOARD: Dated: lF,,r..7 '`?, l'.c.! At a meeting of the Town Board held the toregoing petition was G322nted • (Granted or Rejected) • CERTIFIED FROM THE MINUTES 'l �� 1L . IA- , CLERK -7- BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS f The meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners was convened immediately upon the adjournment of the Town Board meeting. 1. Claims Commissioner Bloom presented the fire claims for authorization of 1 111 payment and on his motion, seconded by Commissioner Monsell, 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. $ 17.25 Con Edison 24.53 Con Edison 3.05 Con Edison 2.03 Exxon Co. 503.10 Portronix Communications 3.25 Westchester Joint Water Works 7,925.00 $8,478.21 :ha:ther Business mssioner Bloom stated that the proposed buyer of the old quad rengine has not yet arrived in Town, but it is still hopeful III the sale will be made. Commissioner Goldsmith reported on his meeting with the group looking over our fire rating and stated that their report will be forthcoming. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was declared adjourned at 9:27 p.m. • Town Clerk III -8-