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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978_09_06 Town Board Regular Minutes III MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD SEPTEMBER 6, 1978 IN THE COUNCIL ROOM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE, WEAVER STREET, TOWN OF MAMARONECK. CALL TO ORDER The Supervisor called the meeting to order at 8:15 P.M. ROLL CALL Present: Supervisor Vandernoot Councilman Bloom Councilman McMillan Councilman DeMaio Councilman Perone Absent: None Also Present: Mrs. Fischer - Deputy Town Clerk Mr. Johnston - Town Attorney Mr. DeLuca - Comptroller Mr. Elfreich - Town Engineer OLD BUSINESS 1. Set Date for Public Hearing - Special Permit - BP Oil Inc. Supervisor Vandernoot presented a memorandum addressed to the Town Board by the Planning Board under date of August 28, 1978, herewith ordered received and filed, recommending approval of BP's revised application for a special permit to construct a new gasoline station at the corner of Dillon Road and Boston Post Road. The Supervisor explained that BP's application, which was approved by the Board in April 1978, had been turned down by the New York State Department of Transportation since the curb cuts as outlined in the plan were not acceptable, and that the revised plan must be presented at a Public Hearing. He noted that as before, the Planning Board has placed certain conditions on the acceptance of this application and further discussion followed in which the hours of operation, the lighting situation, and the egress problem were mentioned. Following the Supervisor's notation that these details would be fully discussed at the Public Hearing, on motion by Councilman McMillan, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that a public hearing will be held by this Board at its next regular meeting on Wednesday evening, October 4, 1978 in the Auditorium or Council Room of the Weaver Street Firehouse, Weaver Street, Town of Mamaroneck, for the purpose of considering the application of BP for a special permit to construct a gasoline station on the corner of Boston Post Road and Dillon Road; -1- and be it further RESOLVED, that the Clerk be and she hereby is authorized to publish in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, The Daily Times, the Notice of said hearing as required by law. III NEW BUSINESS 1. Salary Authorizations a) Recreation The Supervisor presented a memorandum addressed to the Board by the Recreation Superintendent under date of August 31, 1978, herewith ordered received and filed, and following some discussion, on motion by Councilman Perone, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 1978 Town Budget, this Board hereby authorizes the following persons be compensated at the rate set forth and effective date as listed below: Name Position Compensation Rate Effective Date Robert Baurer Lifeguard Hommocks Pool $ 2.50 per hour 9-1-78 Horace Cordoza Lifeguard III 1 Hommocks Pool $ 2.50 per hour 8-26-78 Cindy Ferro Lifeguard Hommocks Pool $ 2.50 per hour 8-30-78 Diane Goldsmith Lifeguard Hommocks Pool $ 2.50 per hour 8-23-78 Michele Parini Lifeguard Hommocks Pool $ 2.50 per hour 8-30-78 Joann Quinlan Lifeguard Hommocks Pool $ 2.50 per hour 8-31-78 William Treasurer Lifeguard Hommocks Pool $ 2.50 per hour 8-31-78 Adam Pack Recreation Attendant Hommocks Pool $ 2.25 per hour 8-28-78 Roy Perciasepe Recreation Attendant Hommocks Pool $ 2.25 per hour 8-26-78 John Zierk Recreation Attendant Hommocks Pool $ 2.25 per hour 8-26-78 Sheryl Auchterlonie Recreation Attendant Hummocks Pool $ 2.25 per hour 8-29-78 Laura Lamagna Recreation Attendant Hommocks Pool $ 2.25 per hour 8-19-78 Dawn Owen Recreation Attendant Hommocks Pool $ 2.25 per hour 8-30-78 Robert Lunde Recreation Attendant Hommocks Tennis Courts $ 2.50 per hour 8-31-78 III Joseph Gryzlo Recreation Attendant Memorial Park Tennis Courts $ 2.50 per hour 8-26-78 -2- b) School Crossing Guard Pursuant to memorandum addressed to the Board by the Chief of Police under date of August 29, 1978, herewith presented and ordered received and filed, on motion by Councilman DeMaio, seconded by Councilman McMillan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that as recommended by the Police Chief, this Board hereby authorizes that Michael Harrington and John Dean be engaged as School Crossing Guards to replace Linda Pierotti and John Geary, effective September 6, 1978 and that they be compensated at the rate of $18.00 per day. 2. Application and Plans for Special Permit - Auto Repair Shop Pursuant to the memorandum dated August 31, 1978 addressed to the Town Board by William Paonessa, Building Inspector, herewith ordered received and filed, relative to the application submitted by Gaetano Acocella requesting a special permit to use the existing two car garage located at 635 Fifth Avenue as an auto repair shop, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilman Perone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby refers to the Planning Board for its study and recommendations the application submitted by Gaetano Acocella for a special permit to use an existing two car garage as an auto repair shop; and be it further RESOLVED, that in accordance with the recommendation of the Town Attorney, the following restrictions be taken up at a forthcoming public hearing: 1. that there be no additions or alterations to the existing building; 2. that the Town reserve the right to review the lease; 3. that only mechanical repair work, and no painting or body work be done on the premises. 3. Authorization to Advertise for Bids: a) Fuel Oil Upon the Comptroller's presentation of his memorandum addressed to the Board under date of August 31, 1978, herewith ordered received and filed, some discussion followed Councilman McMillan's suggestion to bid jointly with the Village of Larchmont. Pursuant to Mr. DeLuca's explanation that the Town and the Village operate on different budgetary calendars and that the Village of Larchmont receives bids for fuel oil in April, Councilman Bloom proposed that the Town advertise for the year and also for a 5 month period, with the possibility of then readvertising with the Village in -3- April for a joint bid. Thereupon, on motion by Councilman Perone, seconded by Councilman Bloom, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes publication in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, The Daily Times, of a Notice of Bids for Fuel Oil. b) Rental of Uniforms Pursuant to memorandum addressed to the Board by the Comptroller under date of August 31, 1978, herewith presented and ordered received and filed, and following a brief discussion in which it was decided that joint bidding on uniforms was not possible at this time, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilman Perone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes publication in the official newspaper of the Town of Mamaroneck, The Daily Times, of a Notice of Bids for Rental of Uniforms. 4. Appointment of Dog Enumerator - 1979 Dog Licenses In accordance with the usual yearly request as required by law, and in accordance with the Town Clerk's recommendation, on motion by Councilman DeMaio, seconded by Councilman Perone, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that pursuant to Section 108 of the Agriculture and Markets Law, David Vaughn of 311A Mamaroneck Avenue, Mamaroneck, be and he hereby is appointed Dog Enumerator of the Town of Mamaroneck (Unincorporated Area) for the year 1979, to be compensated at the rate of 50Q per dog. COMMUNICATIONS 1. Notice of Public Hearing - New Rochelle City Zoning Board of Appeals The above-mentioned Notice was presented along with the City of New Rochelle's communication regarding denial of a special permit to construct an automotive transmission repair shop at 6 East Main Street, Block 1 Lot 29, and was herewith ordered received and filed. The Town Attorney noted that he has written to the City of New Rochelle asking for a letter of explanation regarding that denial, and will send a copy of same to the Planning Board and the Zoning Board before the hearing on September 12th. 2. Letter, Village of Scarsdale re Sidewalks The Supervisor presented a letter addressed to him by the Assistant Village Manager of Scarsdale under date of August 8, 1978, herewith ordered received and filed, with information regarding the progress to date on construction of a sidewalk on Griffen Avenue from Murdock -4- to Broadmoor Roads, to which the Town is contributing a portion of the funding. Councilman Perone questioned the Town's responsibility regarding maintenance of this sidewalk and the Town Attorney responded that since the construction had been done under the supervision of the Village of Scarsdale, all responsibility would lie there. 3. Second Quarterly Report - Westchester Joint Water Works The above-mentioned item was presented and herewith ordered received and filed for the record. Supervisor Vandernoot noted that the Town is still operating at a small profit. NOT ON AGENDA The Supervisor presented a letter addressed to him by Steven Wolff, Carnival Co-Chairman for the Volunteer Ambulance Corps under date of September 2, 1978, herewith ordered received and filed, requesting permission to use the Hommocks field for a fund-raising carnival to be held in August of 1979. It was unanimously so ordered that Supervisor Vandernoot notify Mr. Wolff that subject to review of their final plans, this Board authorizes the use of the Hommocks fields for fund-raising event by VAC. THE TOWN CLERK Regular Reports The Deputy Clerk presented the following reports which were ordered received and filed: Report of the Town Clerk for the month of August, 1978. Report of the Building & Plumbing Inspector for the month of August, 1978. THE SUPERVISOR 1. Report re Flood Control Supervisor Vandernoot reviewed the situation regarding the exclusion of the Upper Sheldrake River area, which lies in the Town of Mamaroneck, from the proposed $34 million Mamaroneck-Sheldrake flood-control project. He referred to a meeting with Congressman Ottinger and Colonel Peck of the Army Corps of Engineers which he attended in August along with Councilmen Bloom, DeMaio and Perone, and noted that Mr. Ottinger has written an excellent letter to the Office of Management and Budget supporting the Town's position. Mr. Vandernoot stated that he, Councilman Perone and Dr. C. Alan Mason will be meeting with the Congressman and members of O.M.B. at his office in Washington, D.C. on September 7th in hopes of reinstating the Upper Sheldrake area as part of the total project and Mr. DeMaio pointed out that in no way would the Town's action jeopardize the Village of 1Kamaroneck's portion of the enterprise. -5- 2. Report re Community Services The Supervisor gave a brief review of the background of the Community Services Program under the direction of Elaine Samuels, and described the latest undertaking, the Meals on Wheels Program, which is ready to be implemented this month. He explained that with the help of Mrs. Noel Brackenhoff and many other volunteers, arrangements have been made with New Rochelle Hospital to supply meals to shut-ins at a reasonable cost, and after relating more of the specifics, he noted that it is necessary for a contract to be signed with New Rochelle Hospital before the program can begin. Thereupon, on motion by Councilman Bloom, seconded by Councilman DeMaio, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Supervisor be and he hereby is authorized to execute and sign a contract with the New Rochelle Hospital for the Meals on Wheels Program, subject to approval by the Village of Larchmont and the Town Attorney. it 3. Authorization - Hire Energy Consultant A proposal by the Association of Chief Elected Officials of Westchester County for the hiring of an energy consultant was presented by the Supervisor and some discussion followed in which the Board unanimously agreed that not enough information had been provided and that the matter be tabled for further study. THE COUNCILMEN Mr. Bloom 1. Resignation - Freshwater Wetlands Commission - Thomas R. Amlicke Pursuant to Councilman Bloom's presentation of a letter received from Thomas R. Amlicke, under date of August 23, 1978 tendering his resignation as member and Chairman of the Freshwater Wetlands Commission, herewith ordered received and filed, and following Mr. Bloom's notation that Mr. Amlicke will remain on the Conservation Advisory Commission as Chairman, on his motion, seconded by Councilman McMillan, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby accepts with regret the resignation of Mr. Thomas R. Amlicke from the Town of Mamaroneck Freshwater Wetlands Commission, to be effective immediately; and be it further RESOLVED, that a letter be directed to Mr. Amlicke expressing the Board's appreciation for his long and dedicated service. Thereupon, Councilman Bloom reviewed the qualifications of Mr. Robert C. Barrett, who is presently serving on the Conservation Advisory Commission and is highly recommended by Mr. Amlicke, and on Mr. Bloom's motion, seconded by Councilman McMillan, it was unanimously II -6- RESOLVED, that Robert C. Barrett, 4 Oak Avenue, Village of Larchmont, be and he hereby is appointed to serve as a member and Chairman of the Freshwater Wetlands Commission of the Town of Mamaroneck to fill the vacancy created by Mr. Thomas R. Amlicke for the unexpired portion of his term or until December 31, 1982; and be it further RESOLVED, that Mr. Barrett be notified accordingly. NOT ON AGENDA Mr. McMillan Councilman McMillan referred to the recent outbreak of sickness among the raccoon population which could cause a serious health hazard far the Town and suggested that a committee be formed to study the problem. He invited all concerned residents to contact him regarding the situation, and stated that he would report back to the Board at its next regular meeting in October. Mr. McMillan briefly described a basketball clinic for young people which is being sponsored by the Iona College Basketball Team and noted that he would bring the program to the attention of the Recreation Commission. NOT ON AGENDA Mr. Perone Councilman Perone presented a letter addressed to him under date of September 1, 1978 by Morton Green, a representative for three homeowner associations, herewith ordered received and filed, voicing concern over building plans for the Marx property and requesting legislative action by the Board to regulate construction- related blasting in the Town of Mamaroneck. Mr. Perone noted that there might be some conflicting jurisdictional problems involved with the enactment of such an ordinance and asked the Town Attorney to research the situation and report back to the Board at its next regular meeting in October. NOT ON AGENDA At this time, the Supervisor recognized Mrs. Sondra Seaman of 17 Senate Place, Town, who requested that the Board consider removing a newly installed street light on Senate Place which she maintains is unnecessary and causes a disturbance to her at night. Mr. Vandernoot noted that her feeling is not the consensus on that block and it was suggested that perhaps a less luminous bulb could be installed, thereby decreasing the glare while satisfying the need of the majority of residents on Senate Place for nighttime illumination. -7- ill ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, and following individual sentiments expressed by the members of the Board, on motion duly made and seconded, this meeting, to reconvene on October 4, 1978, was declared adjourned at 9:40 P.M. in respect to the memory of Thomas F. Moore, Jr. , former Chairman of the Town of Mamaroneck Police Commission. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners was convened immediately upon the adjournment of the Town Board meeting. 1. Claims Pursuant to memorandum addressed to the Commission by the Deputy Comptroller under date of September 6, 1978, herewith presented and ordered received and filed, on motion by Commissioner Bloom, 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: Airkem Westchester, Inc. $ 42.90 Barrier Oil Corp. 299.51 Barrier Oil Corp. 17.18 Bender Building Materials Co. 80.94 Brigante Lawnmower Inc. 19.49 Stephen Cassiero 100.00 Con Edison of N. Y. Inc. 15.00 Con Edison of N. Y. Inc. 18.50 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works 226.47 Exterminating Services Co. 10.78 Exxon Company USA 234.65 Hertz Furniture Systems Co. 1,130.76 I. & T. Plumbing & Heating Co. 52.85 I. & T. Plumbing & Heating Co. 37.70 Larchmont Hardware, Inc. 16.92 Larchmont Paneling 8.63 Larchmont Print, Inc. 16.00 Edward Lasus Inc. 91.75 Edward Lasus Inc. 160.50 Anthony N. Librandi 15.00 McGuire Bros. , Inc. 22.00 New York Telephone Co. 418.49 New York Telephone Co. 18.86 Office Essentials, Inc. 7.81 Village Paint Supply Inc. 128.85 Village of Scarsdale Water Dept. 308.00 Westchester Joint Water Works 5,135.00 $ 8,634.54 -8- III _ 2. Reports Commissioner Bloom presented the following report which was ordered received and filed for the record: Fire Report for the month of August 1978. 3. Other Business Councilman Bloom reviewed the situation to date regarding installation of a preemptive system for various traffic lights within the Fire District and reported that an estimate of $10,000 for a preemptor on the light at Weaver Street and Myrtle Boulevard has been received. He suggested that while this is a highly desirable safety measure, the cost is not presently within the Town's means financially and Supervisor Vandernoot noted that with the TOPICS program just beginning to study all facets of transportation in the area, action by the Board would not be advisable at this time. ADJOURNMENT before Since there was no further business to come the Board, on motion duly made and seconded, this meeting, to reconvene on October 4, 1978, was declared adjourned at 9:50 P.M. in memory of Hans Schmidt, former Town of Mamaroneck Fire Chief, who gave many years of service to the Town. Ill Deputy Town Clerk II -9-