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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021_03_17 Town Board Minutes March 17, 2021 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD MARCH 17, 2021 BEGINNING AT 5:00 PM. PURSUANT TO THE GOVERNOR’S EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 202.1, SUSPENSION OF LAW ALLOWING THE ATTENDANCE OF MEETINGS TELEPHONICALLY OR OTHER SIMILAR SERVICE: Article 7 of the Public Officers Law, to the extent necessary to permit any public body to meet and take such actions authorized by the law without permitting in public in-person access to meetings and authorizing such meetings to be held remotely by conference call or similar service, provided that the public has the ability to view or listen to such proceeding and that such meetings are recorded and later transcribed; PRESENT: Supervisor Nancy Seligson Councilwoman Abby Katz Councilwoman Jaine Elkind Eney Councilwoman Sabrina Fiddelman Councilman Jeffery L. King ALSO PRESENT: Stephen V. Altieri Christina Battalia, Town Clerk Connie Green O’Donnell, Deputy Town Administrator William Maker, Jr., Town Attorney CALL TO ORDER - WORK SESSION Additionally Present: Tracy Yogman Town Comptroller and Lindsey Luft Assistant to the Town Administrator On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the Work Session was unanimously opened at 5:00 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION On motion of Councilwoman Fiddelman, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the Town Board unanimously agreed to enter into an Executive Session to interview candidates for Boards and Commissions. On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, the Board unanimously agreed to resume the Regular Meeting. Capital Project Review The Town Board reviewed the Capital Projects Schedule from 2014 through 2021, and a listing of the total Capital Projects budgets by category. The Town Board also reviewed the bonding requirements by fund. 2020 Operating Budget Summary The Town Board reviewed a memo from Tray Yogman titled Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Results. Ms. Yogman noted that the schedules do not reflect potential FEMA funding, applied for by the Town. With a loss in revenue, the Town was also able to lower expenses to realize a net savings of $2,855,625. The Town is expected to receive 3.2 million dollars from the American Rescue Plan, to be shared among the three municipalities. These funds are restricted to the following uses 1) loss of revenue 2) water and sewer infrastructure 3) broadband. The Town intends to use these funds for Capital projects as much as possible. Floor Area Ratio (FAR) The Town Board reviewed the documentation from the March 3 Town Board meeting discussing a proposal from AKRF to review the FAR law. The Town Board discussed whether to move forward with the proposal 1 March 17, 2021 from AKRF or entertain other proposals. The Town Board favored reaching out to the Village of Larchmont to determine the name of the firm who reviewed their law. PACE Financing The Town Board is revisiting a program it discussed several years ago regarding financing of energy conservation projects. At that time there was concern from the Town Attorney regarding municipal liability for any unpaid loan payments. That liability has been removed, and Supervisor Seligson asked Mr. Maker to explain the changes that eliminated the Town’s liability. Additionally, Mr. Altieri clarified the old program versus the new program. The Town Board members were not all in favor of moving forward. Mr. Altieri was asked to gather additional information from New Rochelle on their participation in the program. Review of the Town’s State of Emergency For context, Supervisor Seligson stated that at the recent Supervisors’ lunch, municipalities were polled, and the results are that about fifty percent continue to maintain their State of Emergency. The Town Board will maintain the State of Emergency for an additional 30 days and modify the suspension of laws to remove the 15 minute parking. Supervisor Seligson stated that she has already received complaints and concerns about leaf blowers and believes they will increase as the season changes. Update – Sanitation Commission Supervisor Seligson reported that the Commission will hold its next meeting on March 19. In order for the Commission to move forward with the expansion of a District, the State Legislature will need to hold a vote. The legislative session ends in June, so there is a finite amount of time for this decision to be made. Supervisor Seligson believes that the expansion of a District will provide economies of scale, allow more flexibility, and provide a better service to residents overall. The Town Board is in favor of the District, but not in favor of an Advisory Committee as currently proposed. Mr. Altieri has issued an amended draft revising the role of the Advisory Committee, which makes it clear that the District would have final say in all financial and service decisions. The next steps would be 1) the adoption of a resolution by the two Municipalities dissolving the Commission 2) development of the new district map and plan for the District 3) reallocation of the Tax Cap by the Comptroller. New Business Councilwoman Fiddelman thanked Councilman King for his work with the Racial Equity Task Force, and the Town Board for their input at last nights special worksession. The Police Reinvention Report is on the website. Mr. Altieri gave an update on LMC Media. The board of Control approved $50,000 for architect fees to prepare plans for the renovation of the third floor for LMC- Media. With those funds in hand, the Town can move forward with the renovation for LMC Media on the third floor. The Board of Control would like an intermunicipal agreement with respect to the transfer of funds in the amount of $50,000, from the LMC Media surplus. Councilwoman Katz stated that at the April 3 Board of Control meeting, attorneys will present on the franchise agreements. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Seligson at 8:00 p.m. Supervisor Seligson noted that the Town Board met for a worksession beginning at five o’clock this evening. RECOGNITION – Town Administrator Stephen V. Altieri Supervisor Seligson announced that the Town will be recognizing Mr. Altieri sometime in June, but for this evening the Town has created a short video recognizing this moment, with more to come! 2 March 17, 2021 th Mr. Altieri, thanked everyone, noting that this is his 836 Town Board Meeting. SUPERVISOR’S REPORT Happy St. Patrick’s Day everyone. The Town’s Racial Equity Task Force, chaired by Councilman Jeff King, presented the draft Police Reform and Reinvention Report to the Town Board last night in a TB meeting. We were all impressed and very appreciative of the time and effort that the Task Force members, Town Administrator Steve Altieri and Police Chief Paul Creazzo put into researching and writing the report. We had an interactive discussion including questions and comments about the report after the presentation. The report is due to the State by April 1, but we want to offer the public a chance to comment on it before it goes to the State. There will be an opportunity to comment at a public presentation of the report next Tuesday, March 23 at 7:00 pm via zoom. You may also comment via email to the Town Administrator or me. The report is available on the Town’s website, www.townofmamaroneckny.org for your review. Here is an update about the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Sanitation Commission: The Sanitation Commission will begin Organic Waste Pick-Up on Thursday, April 1.Organic waste means yard waste such as grass clippings, leaves and small branches. - Organic waste is collected on your second garbage collection day which is either Thursday or Friday - Organic waste may not be set out earlier than the night before collection - Organic waste must be set out in either compostable brown bags or in a clean garbage can. Plastic bags are not acceptable. Additional information is available on the website L/M Sanitation.org. Now I have an update about the 2021 revaluation. The Town of Mamaroneck is preparing for the town-wide revaluation of its 2021 assessment roll. Since the completion of the revaluation in 2013, the Town’s goal remains to have a fair and up to date assessment roll that reflects full market values each year. The Town annually conducts an overview of property values, and every four years conducts a more thorough review. We planned with the New York State Office of Real Property Tax Services to conduct the cyclical town-wide reassessment in 2020, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was postponed until this year. As in past years, all property owners will receive an “Assessment Notice” on or about June 1st, regardless of whether there is an actual change in the assessment. Grievances may be filed from June 1 - June 15, 2021. The mayors of the two villages and I held a community conversation discussion about Coronavirus on LMC Media last Thursday that is available to the public. We talked about Covid updates, municipal programs and budgets and more. The Search Committee for a replacement for Steve Altieri will begin interviewing candidates March thth 30. The Comprehensive Plan Update Steering Committee will have its first meeting March 25. CITIZEN’S COMMENTS Supervisor Seligson asked Lindsey Luft, who is monitoring the public comment if any viewers had emailed or (virtually) raised their hand to speak, and Ms. Luft responded that there was not. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Seligson called the Meeting to order, then on motion of Commissioner Elkind Eney, seconded by Commissioner Katz, the Board of Fire Commissioners was unanimously declared open. Present were the following Members of the Commission: Commissioner: Nancy Seligson Commissioner: Abby Katz Commissioner: Jaine Elkind Eney Commissioner: Sabrina Fiddelman Commissioner: Jeffery L. King 3 March 17, 2021 1. FIRE CLAIMS On motion of Commissioner Elkind Eney, seconded by Commissioner Fiddelman, it was RESOLVED that this Commission does hereby authorize payment of the following Fire Department Claims as approved by the Fire Chief and audited by the Comptroller’s Office: ATTACHMENT A The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Commissioner King Aye Commissioner Fiddelman Aye Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye Commissioner Katz Aye Commissioner Seligson Aye Commissioner Elkind Eney reminded residents that it is daylight savings, and we are all asked to replace the batteries in our smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Commissioner Elkind Eney, seconded by Commissioner Katz, the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board reconvened. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1) Authorization – 2021 Town and County Tax Warrant On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby command the Town Comptroller to receive and collect the following Tax Warrant, and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the Town Supervisor to execute said Tax Warrant on behalf of the Town. ATTACHMENT B The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: King Aye Fiddelman Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Seligson Aye 2. Report of Bids – Landscape Maintenance Contract On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the following was approved, WHEREAS, on March 2, the Town publicly opened and read two (2) bids for Contract #TA-21-03 Landscape Maintenance Services Town Cemeteries and Right of Ways. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT 4 March 17, 2021 RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby award Contract #TA-21-03 Landscape Maintenance Services Town Cemeteries and Right of Ways, to the lowest responsible bidder, ACL Property Maintenance, Inc., as a two year contract for work in 2021 and 2022 calendar years at the annual lump sum of $30,800.00 and $31,800.00, respectfully, and BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said Contract on behalf of the Town. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: King Aye Fiddelman Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Seligson Aye 3. Approval of Land Sale – 80 Howell Avenue On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the Contract of Sale of the real property located at 80 Howell Avenue to George Stone and Andree Bogaerts in exchange for $10,000.00, and BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said Contract of Sale on behalf of the Town. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: King Aye Fiddelman Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Seligson Aye 4. Adoption – Town of Mamaroneck Communicable Disease Response Plan On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby adopt the Communicable Disease Response Plan as presented to the Town Board on March 17, 2021. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: King Aye Fiddelman Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Seligson Aye 5. Set Public Hearing – Assessment for Property Maintenance Law On motion Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Fiddelman, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the date for a Public Hearing on the “Assessment of Costs Incurred by the Town in Performing Property 5 March 17, 2021 Maintenance” Law, for April 7, 2021 at 7:30 p.m., virtually from the Town Center, 740 West Boston Post Road, an BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to publish the notice of said hearing in a newspaper appointed as an official newspaper, and that said Notice, be posted. 6. Set Public Hearing – “Supersession of Sections 267 (7-a) and 271 (7-a) of the New York Town Law in the Town of Mamaroneck” Law On motion of Councilwoman Fiddelman, seconded by Councilman King, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the date for a Public Hearing on the “Supersession of Sections 267 (7-a) and 271 (7-a) of the New York Town Law in the Town of Mamaroneck” Law, for April 7, 2021 at 7:30 p.m., virtually from the Town Center, 740 West Boston Post Road, an BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to publish the notice of said hearing in a newspaper appointed as an official newspaper, and that said Notice, be posted. 7. 2021 Capital Budget Amendments On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilman King, it was RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the 2021 Capital Budget Amendments as prepared by the Town Comptroller as follows: ATTACHMENT C The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: King Aye Fiddelman Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Seligson Aye 8. 2021 Operating Budget Amendments On motion of Councilwoman Fiddelman, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the 2021 Operating Budget Amendments as prepared by the Town Comptroller as follows: ATTACHMENT D The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: King Aye Fiddelman Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Seligson Aye 6 March 17, 2021 9. 2020 Debt Service Budget Amendment RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the 2020 Debt Service Budget Amendment as prepared by the Town Comptroller as follows: ATTACHMENT E The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: King Aye Fiddelman Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Seligson Aye 10. Authorization – Website Content Consulting Agreement On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the CivicEngage – Statement of Work, Quote Q-15274-1, dated March 9, 2021, in the amount of $4,500, and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the Town Administrator to execute the Statement of Work Agreement on behalf of the Town. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: King Aye Fiddelman Aye Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Seligson Aye REPORT OF COUNCIL The Town Board Members reported on their various activities and meetings since the last Town Board Meeting. ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the meeting was unanimously adjourned. ________________________________ Submitted by Christina Battalia, Town Clerk 7 March 17, 2021 ATTACHMENT A 8 March 17, 2021 ATTACHMENT B 9 March 17, 2021 ATTACHMENT C 10 March 17, 2021 ATTCHMENT D 11 March 17, 2021 ATTACHMENT E 12