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September 3, 2014
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON SEPTEMBER 3, 2014, BEGINNING AT 5:00PM
IN CONFERENCE ROOM A AND CONTINUING AT 8:00 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE
TOWN CENTER, 740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
PRESENT: Supervisor Nancy Seligson
Councilman Ernest C. Odierna
Councilwoman Abby Katz
Councilwoman Jaine Elkind Eney
Councilman Thomas A. Murphy
ALSO PRESENT: Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator
William Maker, Jr., Town Attorney
CALL TO ORDER - WORK SESSION
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the Work Session was
unanimously opened at 5:00PM.
Request of 16 North Chatsworth Avenue re: Handicapped Access
Additionally Present: Jack Adler, President of 16 North Chatsworth and Arthur Wexler, resident of 16 North
Chatsworth
The Town Board reviewed a memo from Mr. Altieri explaining that the residents’ of 16 North Chatsworth
Avenue apartment have submitted a request to install/create an ADA compliant handicapped accessible
ramp on Old Jefferson Street. The Board was given an updated architectural drawing at the worksession.
Mr. Adler explained that the building currently is not handicapped accessible. This addition would only
require a building permit and not a zoning variance. As drawn, the platform would jut out into New
Jefferson Street by about 2 ½ feet, and thus would require, should the Board approve, a lease agreement
with the Town. The Town Board, stating that this seems straight forward, asked Mr. Maker to draft a lease
agreement for their review.
Proposed Website Management Protocol
The Town Board reviewed a proposal outlining the protocol for updating and maintain the new website.
The protocol establishes a policy for posting links and maintaining Department web pages and establishes
the Assistant to the Supervisor as website Administrator.
Correspondence re: Pryer Manor Road
The Town Board reviewed correspondence from Phyllis Wittner in which she explains a situation with a
house on Dillon Road that was renamed by a new owner to be 21 Pryer Manor Road. Ms. Wittner feels that
the property is incorrectly addressed and sites the Town map as proof. The Town Board does not wish to
take any action on this matter.
Discussion of Noise Ordinance
Supervisor Seligson stated that Chris Bordain, a resident on Lafayette Avenue, has approached the Board
with a request that the noise ordinance be modified so as to limit construction work on weekends. There
was discussion that this does pose an issue to homeowners who may do their own work on the weekends,
as this may be their only time to do so, or for those homeowners who may wish to be home when certain
contractor work is done. The Board noted that there are limits in place for blasting, which has been a
nuisance for many residents in the past. The Board noted that they have not received any other complaints
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or other requests for such a change. The Planning Board is currently reviewing this and the Town Board
would like to wait and hear from them before moving forward.
Update – New Rochelle Sewer District – Inflow & Infiltration
The Town Board reviewed a memo from Mr. Altieri in which he states that the Board previously reviewed a
proposed stipulation agreement between the County of Westchester and the Town that was then sent to
the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) for review. Based on that review
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there is a revised agreement before the Board. Mr. Altieri’s memo dated August 29Outlines the various
changes. The Town will await for another review by the DEC before final approval. Mr. Altieri reminded the
Board of the tight time frame for this stipulation agreement, as well as the fact that this will be a huge
project.
ADDED ITEM
Additional Correspondence from Eleanor Sherman
Supervisor Seligson stated that the Town has received additional correspondence from Eleanor Sherman in
which she sites legislation from the Town of Greenburgh. Mr. Altieri stated that the Greenburgh legislation
is no more restrictive than the Town’s. Mr. Maker also stated that the Town cannot regulate trees on
private property. The Board questioned whether the Town’s maintenance law speaks about tree
maintenance and asked Mr. Maker to review that. Supervisor Seligson will respond to Ms. Sherman that
the Town will not legislate neighbor to neighbor issues.
Update – Westchester County Housing Settlement
Supervisor Seligson explained that last Friday the Town received a report and significant amounts of data
from the Federal Monitor, Jim Johnson, and requesting a response by the following Tuesday afternoon.
Supervisor Seligson noted that there was much outrage by other municipalities to the time frame for such a
request. The Town (and other Municipalities ) were being asked to comment on significant amounts of data
that was unclear, confusing and seeming to be incorrect, not to mention that Town did not have the
wherewithal or capability to analyze such data. Supervisor Seligson and Mr. Altieri called Mr. Johnson to let
him know how the Town felt about this data. Mr. Johnson did say that additional narrative would come
with the final report. Essentially, Supervisor Seligson stated that although it appears they would like our
input, this is not quite the case. The concern is this report puts the municipalities in the position of being
accused of violating the Huntington case. The Monitors appears to be analyzing data to see if it fact it
proves that the municipalities are in conflict with the Huntington report. Additionally, Anna Danoy did do
an initial review and although it is very difficult to analyze such confusing and inaccurate data, it appears
the report does not put the Town in violation of the Huntington Report.
ADDED ITEM
Review of the Draft Legislation – Washington Square Resident Parking
The Board reviewed the draft legislation on the agenda this evening for setting a public hearing.
Review of License Agreement re: 9 Locust Terrance
Councilwoman Elkind Eney questioned whether a dollar amount should be stated for the liability insurance.
Mr. Maker answered that yes in fact it should. The Board discussed one million dollars as an acceptable
amount and asked for that to be added to the agreement.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman Murphy, the Board unanimously agreed
to enter into an Executive Session to discuss the employment of a particular person within the Supervisors
Office.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
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Employment of a Particular Person within the Supervisors Office
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the Board unanimously agreed to
resume the Regular Meeting.
CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING
The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Seligson at
8:00 PM, she then pointed out the location of the exits.
Supervisor Seligson noted that the Town Board met for a worksession beginning at 5:00 o’clock this
evening, adding this is an open meeting that all residents’ are welcomed to attend.
YEARS OF SERVICE RECOGNITION - Philip Belligham – Larchmont Volunteer
Supervisor Seligson welcomed Mr. Belligham and a number of guests from the Volunteer Ambulance Corp.
Supervisor Seligson began by presenting the very impressive amount of information about Phil’s 30 years
of service. Supervisor Seligson then read the Proclamation as follows:
WHEREAS: Phil Bellingham has been an exceptional volunteer for the Larchmont Mamaroneck
Volunteer Ambulance Corporation for thirty years; and
WHEREAS: Phil joined the Larchmont Ambulance Corps in 1984 and advanced his career in EMS
by completing coursework to become a New York State Certified Paramedic; and
WHEREAS: Since 1994, when the Town of Mamaroneck Tri-Municipal Ambulance District was
created, Phil has served as one of the District’s staff paramedics; and
WHEREAS: Even after his appointment as a paramedic, Phil continues to serve as a volunteer
member of VAC putting in well over 500 hours each year; and
WHEREAS: Phil has been recognized by the Westchester Regional Services Council for his work
and is looked up to by all members of VAC as a mentor and role model; and
WHEREAS: We would like to officially thank Phil for his dedicated and long term commitment
to the community; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Nancy Seligson, Supervisor of the Town of Mamaroneck, and the
Town Board members hereby congratulate Phil Bellingham for his thirty years of service to the community.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Town of Mamaroneck to be
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affixed this 3 day of September, 2014.
Grant Nichanian, President of the Larchmont/Mamaroneck VAC addressed the Board thanking them for
being so supportive in recognizing Phil for his many years of service and dedication to the residents’ of the
Larchmont Mamaroneck Community.
SUPERVISOR’S SUMMARY REPORT
Welcome to the September 3, 2014 Town Board meeting. The paving projects throughout the
Town will all be complete early next week. The Murray Avenue School steps are still under
construction. The Mamaroneck School District had problems with the contractor and had to
terminate the contract with them. They will work to hire a new contractor to continue
construction, but it could take a long time. The construction was suspended this week to allow
for normal car and pedestrian traffic flow for the start of school. The Town is working with the
School District and the County as it is a County road to make sure traffic moves safely. The
Energy Performance Con5rtact continues to progress well. They started making ice at the ice
rink. The street light replacements will begin this week. The Federal Housing Settlement with
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the County became active in the last few weeks. The Federal Monitor presented new data and
statistics to the Town asking for us to check and review it. The Town has begun working on the
2015 budget. The department heads will submit their budgets next week. The Town Board will
review the preliminary budget in October. There will be a coastal cleanup at the Premium
Marsh on Saturday Sept 13 at 10:00 AM. Please come join us to enjoy a beautiful area of the
Town and help clean it up.
CITIZEN’S COMMENTS
Kevin Crowe, representing the Larchmont Gardens’ Civic Association, addressed the Board. Today, recycling
day, there were a number of recycling bins strewn around, adding this is a continual problem. As for the
aerating installation at the Lake, the Association would like to know how much that might cost so as to
assess how they could help financially with such a project. Supervisor Seligson, interjected that this is
something that has been discussed in the past and we would like to begin discussions with the Association
about how this could be paid for, adding the aerators at Beachmont Lake were paid for by the residents.
Mr. Altieri stated that initial estimates are $15,000 to $20,000 thousand dollars. The Association continues
to discuss the plantings and how they could be reduced to allow more visibility of the Lake. Supervisor
Seligson reminded Mr. Krohl of the intention of the grant, but added that the Town will contact the County
to discuss what within the guidelines could be done with respect to trimming the plantings. Additionally,
Supervisor Seligson noted that each fall the plantings are cut back as required, so additional trimming
would be for the summer.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Seligson, and 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: Ernest C. Odierna
Commissioner: Abby Katz
Commissioner: Jaine Elkind Eney
Commissioner: Thomas A. Murphy
1. FIRE CLAIMS
On motion of Commissioner Katz, seconded by Commissioner Elkind Eney, it was
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 Hydro and Refill 13 Scott Bottles 624.00
AAA Emergency Supply Turnout Coat Pockets 100.00
Atlantic westchester Filters AC Units - 7/29/14 69.12
AT & T Mobility Wireless Service for 7/12 to 8/11/14 296.44
Argento & Sons Platinum Trimmer Line, Wheel for Mower 93.00
Amazon. Com Keyboards & Mouse, Batteries for Laptop 308.32
Amazon. Com LG Monitor, Scanner, Davis Weather Station 856.68
Amazon. Com Dewalt Sawsall for E51, T/Credit, Speaker 82.02
Brewers Vinyl, Hooks, Kickdown 19.67
Cablevision Cable Services for 8/23-9/22/14 116.09
Con Edison Fire HQ Gas Svc 5/30-6/30/14 171.82
Con Edison Fire HQ Gas Svc 6/30-7/30/14 157.70
Clean Air Co Repairs to Plymovent System 386.00
Grainger Toilet Paper, Floor Cleaner & Urinal Screens, Pulley Block 234.89
New England Uniform co. Career Staff 2014 Uniforms 3822.15
New England Uniform co. Badges, Class A Uniforms - Bigman & Owens 1072.00
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Poland Spring/Deer Park Water cooler rent 7/19 - 8/18/14 111.96
Ricoh Copier contract for billing period 7/22- 8/21/14 214.57
Tony's Nurseries Hay for Car Fire Drill 79.96
Town of Mamk Fire Dept. Parts for wiring repairs 66.56
Town of Mamk Fire Dept. Food for August Drill 372.39
Verizon Fire HQ service 7/10-8/9/14 337.51
Westech Elevator Services Maintenance for month of September 2014 175.00
Total: 9767.85
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner Murphy Aye
Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye
Commissioner Katz Aye
Commissioner Odierna Aye
Commissioner Seligson Aye
2.Other Fire Department Business
Commissioner Elkind Eney read the Fire Report for the Month of August as submitted by Chief Russo as
follows:
August 2014
ALARM TYPE NUMBER
Generals 24
Minors 23
Stills 0
Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 3
EMS 42
Drills 7
TOTAL 99
Total number of personnel responding: 756
Total time working: 42 hours and 00 minutes
Commissioner Elkind Eney stated that at the Fire Council Meeting it was reported that the Department
received a $4,000.00 State grant for fire safety equipment, adding the Department is very excited about
that and will put it to good use.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Commissioner Odierna,
seconded by Commissioner Elkind Eney, the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board
reconvened.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Set Public Hearing – Washington Square Resident Parking Law
Supervisor Seligson explained that the Town has been working for a number of months on this legislation.
The Town has heard from many residents verbally and in writing and now feels that the Town has a new
draft legislation it would like to present to the residents for a public hearing. Councilman Murphy
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reminded residents that this will not please everyone, and Councilwoman Katz stated that there is still a
three hour availability for non-resident parking.
On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the date for a Public Hearing
on the Residential Parking District for the Washington Square Area for September 17, 2014 at
8:00PM in the Court Room of the Town Center, and
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.
2. Authorization – Transfer of Funds – Sewer District
Mr. Altieri explained that due to heavy rains storms earlier this year there were backups of sanitary sewage
on Laurel Avenue. An internal transfer within the Highway Budget is being requested to contract out TV
inspection services of the sanitary sewer line.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does herby approve the transfer of funds in the
amount of $6,500.00 for TV inspection services of the sanitary sewer line, as outlined by the
Town Comptroller in the following schedule:
FY 2014 BUDGET TRANSFER - SEWER DISTRICT (SANITARY SEWERS)
9/3/2014 TOWN BOARD MEETING
SEWER DISTRICT (FUND SS):
BUDGET TRANSFER:
FROM SS.8120.4253 SEWER CONSTRUCTION $ (6,500.00)
TO SS.8120.4053 TV INSPECTION $ 6,500.00
* REPRESENTS FUNDS TO BE REALLOCATED FOR UNANTICIPATED INSPECTION &
EXTENSIVE CLEANING OF SANITARY SEWER LINES AT LAUREL AVENUE
AS REQUESTED BY THE SUPT. OF HIGHWAYS (SEE MEMO)
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Murphy Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Seligson Aye
3.Authorization – License Agreement – 9 Locust Terrace
Mr. Maker explained that at the last Town Board worksession the Board asked him to draft a license
agreement pursuant to the request by the owners of 7 Locust Terrace “to be allowed to continue to use the
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portion of Locust Terrace that currently is improved with a patio, concrete steps, a walkway, retaining wall
and a fence.” This is the only access to the home.
On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does herby approve the License Agreement
between the Town of Mamaroneck and Terrance J. Reilly, residing at 9 Locust Terrance, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is instructed to publish this License Agreement in the Town’s
official newspaper in accordance with municipal law.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Murphy Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Seligson Aye
4.Authorization – Architectural Services – Police Department
DEFERRED
5.Settlement of Certiorari
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following tax certiorari on
the following terms:
Victor Noletti
357-365 Mamaroneck Avenue
Section/Block/Lot: 9-6-1
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2009 $25,000 $5,000 $20,000
2010 $25,000 $2,270 $22,730
2011 $25,000 $1,815 $23,185
2012 $25,000 $3,860 $21,140
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Murphy Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Seligson Aye
6.Salary Authorization
This authorization is to approve additional salary for Andrea Grenadier, Confidential Secretary to the
Supervisor and Sustainability Coordinator, due to her added responsibilities and additional scope of work
as Web Master/Website Administrator.
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On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the salary increase for
Andrea Grenadier for her added responsibility and scope of work as the Town Website
Administrator to bring her salary to $42,000, effective immediately.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Murphy Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Seligson Aye
REPORT OF COUNCIL
Councilwoman Elkind Eney stated that she and Supervisor Seligson attended the LMC-TV Summer Picnic at
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Harbor Island on August 15, as well as to the VAC Dinner at Larchmont Shore Club, where various
members received award for outstanding service. Of note, was the special award given to Joe Russo for all
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that he has done for VAC over the years. On August 27 she and Steve Altieri participated in the ALS Ice
Bucket Challenge at the VAC Headquarters and was then given a special tour that included seeing the Lucas
Chest Protector device that was approved for purchase last year. Councilwoman Elkind Eney noted that she
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previously reported on her attendance at the September 2 Fire Council earlier in the Meeting.
Councilwoman Katz noted that she has been on vacation and has not attended any liaison meetings, adding
school is open so please drive carefully.
Councilman Odierna also has not attended any meetings, adding he has spent much time on the water. He
did mention that the Hommocks Pool looks great and is well attended, he did note however, that it is too
cold for him. Councilman Odierna attended the Westchester Joint Water Works meeting, at which they
discussed their financial report and the hope for approval in September of their alternative to the UV
treated water plant.
Councilman Murphy stated that this was the most wonderful summer weather he has ever remembered.
He reminded the residents that this coming Tuesday there is a Primary for Governor, as well as for Village
of Mamaroneck Trustees. Polls are open from 6:00am to 9:00pm.
Supervisor Seligson wanted to close the meeting in memory of Jeffrey Weiner who recently passed away.
He was a wonderful member of our Community and always brought joy to everything he did.
Finally, we congratulate Bob Herbst on winning another lifting contest.
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilman Murphy, the Town Board agreed to reenter the
Work Session for a quick item that was not previously discussed.
Mr. Altieri stated that an architectural firm located in the Washington Square area has approached the
Town about using the Kiosk as an Office. The Board discussed this briefly concluding there was no apparent
down side and asked Mr. Altieri to continue discussing the details with the Architectural firm.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilman Murphy, the Meeting was
unanimously adjourned at 9:07 PM.
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Submitted by
Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
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