HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000_04_05 Town Board Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD
OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK AND THE BOARD OF FIRE
COMMISSIONERS HELD ON APRIL 5, 2000 AT 8:15 PM IN THE
COURT ROOM OF THE TOWN CENTER, 740 W. BOSTON POST
ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
PRESENT:
Supervisor Valerie M. O'Keeffe
Councilwoman Phyllis Wittner
Councilwoman Judith A. Myers
Councilman Ernest C. Odierna
Councilwoman Nancy Seligson
ALSO PRESENT:
Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator
Charlene Indelicato, Town Attorney
Patricia A. Samela, Deputy Town Clerk
CONVENE WORK SESSION
The Town Board convened into a Work Session at 6:00 PM in Conference Room A to discuss
the noise ordinance, zoning ordinance and planning guidelines and at 7:15 PM convened into
an Executive Session to discuss personnel, litigation and the purchase of land.
On motion duly made and seconded the Board adjourned at 8:20 PM to the Court Room.
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor O'Keeffe at 8:25
PM, who then pointed out the location of exits.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner O'Keeffe at 8:30 PM.
Present were the following members of the Commission:
Commissioner: Valerie M. O'Keeffe
Commissioner: Phyllis Wittner
Commissioner: Judith A. Myers
Commissioner: Ernest C. Odierna
Commissioner: Nancy Seligson
1. Fire Claims:
Commissioner Seligson presented fire claims for authorization of payment, thereafter on her
motion, seconded by Commissioner Wittner, 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 Co., Inc. 207.40
AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. 129.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. 437.00
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AT&T 27.54
Bell Atlantic 550.83
Brewer Hardware 353.37
Coyne Textile 270.65
Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 1,375.78
Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 97.50
Gloves Inc. 514.18
Ikon Office Solutions 85.95
Metrocom 332.05
Poland Spring Water Co. 52.34
Sound Shore 900.00
Westchester Joint Water Works 1,100.44
TOTAL 6,434.03
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of
Councilwoman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the Commission unanimously
adjourned at 8:35 PM.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Reappointment -Zoning Board of Appeals
On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby reappoint
Jillian A. Martin as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals
to serve a term of office of 5 years, effective February 2000
and terminating in February 2005.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
2. Approval of Certiorari
The Town Attorney read the following certiorari into the record:
2081 Boston Post Road
Block 705 Lot 328
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Larchmont
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1998 $37,000 $28,000 $9,000 24%
1999 $37,000 $28,000 $9,000 24%
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The Town will refund approximately $250 for the two years in question. The loss to the Town
will be approximately $125 per year.
Thomas Guglielmo - 626 Fifth Avenue
Block 132 Lot 61
Town of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1998 $25,100 $20,000 $5,100 20%
1999 $25,100 $20,000 $5,100 20%
The Town will refund approximately $1,530 for the two years in question. The loss to the
Town will be approximately $765.00 per year.
Semenza Realty Corp. -2417 Boston Post Road
Block 505 Lot 446
Town of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1998 $30,800 $22,000 $8,800 29%
1999 $30,800 $22,000 $8,800 29%
The Town will refund approximately $2,650 for the two years in question. The loss to the
Town will be approximately $1,320 per year.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
settlement of the certiorari as recommended by the Town
Attorney, Charlene Indelicato.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
3. Authorization - Intermunicipal Agreement -Westchester County East Creek Project
The Administrator explained that "this contract was deferred in February to clarify several
sections of the contract with the County of Westchester. After having spoken with the
County government and the Village of Larchmont he was now prepared to recommend
authorization of the contract to the Town Board. The County of Westchester previously
received a grant from the Natural Resources Conservation Service to conduct several
projects along the Sound Shore to enhance wetland areas and improve water quality. The
Administrator said, for those that are not familiar with the East Creek, it runs along the back
of the Lexus automobile dealership in Flint Park. It is actually the border between the Town
of Mamaroneck and the Village of Larchmont. The scope of the project includes the planting
of new vegetation along the banks of the stream to prevent erosion and further stabilize the
banks. In addition, a tidal gate will be installed to prevent saltwater from entering the creek
from Long Island Sound. Finally, a wetland will be established near the stream. The project
is being conducted at no cost to the Town of Mamaroneck or Village of Larchmont. Both
communities will however assume maintenance responsibilities after the contractor's
warranty period ends." Maintenance by the Village of Larchmont will include caring for the
new vegetation and cleaning trash from the creek. The Town will maintain the tidal valve.
"Construction will begin in about one month and continue for approximately eight months.
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Under the terms of the agreement, the Town of Mamaroneck and Village of Larchmont will
allow the County and its contractor to enter the property and complete the work. This project
will be of benefit to both the Town and Village by providing a needed restoration to the East
Creek."
Councilwoman Myers asked what the maintenance would entail. Mr. Altieri stated that it
would involve maintenance of the vegetation (weeding from time to time). As for the tidal
valve there would be little or no maintenance except clearing debris from time to time. We do
not have an exact cost. We've never maintained a valve before, but it would be minimal. The
Supervisor asked how long do these valves last? Mr. Altieri replied about 15 to 20 years.
Councilwoman Myers then said if the construction was going to take 8 months, would it have
any impact on residents. The Administrator said that there would be none whatsoever.
Councilwoman Seligson said she thought the project would not take 8 months but would be
only 3 months. Mr. Altieri said that the contractor will have up to 8 months to complete the
project. Councilwoman Wittner said that was probably due to scheduling the plantings.
Councilwoman Seligson said that in speaking with the County Planning Department Staff
they are going to be planting soon and expect to be done in June.
Councilwoman Wittner then said that this project was very long in the making; going back to
1996.
Supervisor O'Keeffe thanked Councilwoman Wittner for her diligence and also thanked all of
her helpers for their efforts.
Councilwoman Seligson said that it was an effort that has grown out of the County's Non-
Point Source Pollution Committee, with the help of funding from the Federal Government
through the County. It is exciting that we can do these projects together and really enhance
the community.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the
Intermunicipal Agreement between the Town of Mamaroneck
and Westchester County to conduct a project at East Creek to
restore wetland areas and improve water quality; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized
to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
4. Authorization - Intermunicipal Agreement -Westchester County Selective Enforcement
Mr. Altieri explained that each year the Town receives funding for enforcement of traffic and
safety regulations i.e.; the wearing of seat belts, school bus safety, use of bicycle helmets
etc. The funding is used to offset the Town's costs to establish special Police details for this
enforcement. This funding is applied towards the salaries of the police officers who conduct
this work. The terms of this agreement are unchanged from last year.
A discussion on this matter followed.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
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RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the
agreement between the Town of Mamaroneck and Westchester
County for the County to fund enforcement activities for up to
$2,900; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized
to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
5. Authorization - Consultant Services Contract - Long Island Sound Intermunicipal Council
The Administrator said that the Board was aware that the Town received a grant on behalf of
the eleven communities constituting the Long Island Sound Watershed Intermunicipal
Council (LISWIC) regarding storm water drainage. Questions of drainage generally are not
confined to one municipality's borders. The Sheldrake Watershed for example spans five
different communities. Communities in the watersheds leading to the Long Island Sound
also will face greater storm water management concerns when the communities are in full
compliance with the mandated removal of storm water from the sanitary sewer systems.
Additional storm water will be present in storm drains, rivers and other water bodies.
A grant for$50,000 was awarded to the council by the State of New York to provide funding
to initiate an engineering study of the common drainage concerns and to produce an
educational brochure dealing with illegal sanitary sewer connections. To date the council
has produced the pamphlet.
The next task is to complete the drainage study. The Town of Mamaroneck is serving as the
lead agent in the administration of this grant.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the
Agreement between the Town of Mamaroneck and Rotfeld
Associates to provide professional engineering services to
prepare a drainage study at a cost to the Town of$18,000; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized
to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
6. Referral to Town Planning Board - Set Public Hearing -Amendment to Zoning Ordinance
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Mr. Altieri explained that the proposed local law would amend the Town Zoning Ordinance
with regard to the definition of"structure". As drafted the definition of structure would be
amended to exclude air conditioners and other air handling equipment.
In order to proceed with this amendment, the law must be referred to the Town Planning
Board for review. Since the Planning Board meets on April 12, 2000, their agenda has been
amended to include this item. Therefore, in the interest of time, the Public Hearing date
must be set.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby
refer to the Town Planning Board for review and comment a proposed
amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to amend the definition of"structure".
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby set the date for Public
Hearing on the proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance for April
26, 2000 at 8:15 PM in the Court Room of the Town Center; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be authorized to publish the notice of
said hearing in a newspaper appointed as an official source, and that
notice be so posted.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
7. Report of Bids - TA-00-3 Energy Management Control System
The Town Administrator reported that on Wednesday, March 15, 2000 bids were opened for
an energy control system for the Hommocks Ice Rink. He outlined the following:
The scope of the contract required the successful bidder to furnish and install an energy
management control system for the Hommocks Ice Rink. This system will cycle the ice
making compressors in such a way as to evenly distribute the wear and tear on each
compressor. The system can be expanded to coordinate the air handling systems and
electric lighting in the building.
Bids were received from two firms.
Energie Innovation, Inc. 2615 Diab, Ville St-Laurent, Quebec $29,500
P.E. Control Services, Ltd. P.O. Box 706, Bronxville, NY $29,600
Councilwoman Wittner asked what the cost was of the compressors and also asked if it was
a good idea to use an out-of-country company. Mr. Altieri explained that each compressor
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costs $15,000. The ice rink has 5 compressors. He also stated that this company was very
reliable and had done this type of work in the past. Servicing the unit would not be a
problem.
On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
hereby authorizes that TA-00-03 be awarded to Energie
Innovation, the lowest responsible bidder, for the energy
management control system for the Hommocks Ice Rink at a
total cost of$29,500; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Administrator is hereby authorized to
execute said contract on behalf of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
Report of Bids - TA-00-5 - Memorial Park Playground Improvements
The Town Administrator reported that on Wednesday, March 30, 2000 bids were open for
playground improvements at Memorial Park. He outlined the following:
The scope of this project includes the rehabilitation and renovation of the playground at
Memorial Park. As part of the work, a new play surface and playground equipment will be
installed.
Bids were received as follows:
P. Corsetti, Inc. $55,200
Peter J. Landi, Inc. $57,490
Rosamilia Contracting $73,050
N. Picco and Sons $103,700
The bid specification included an "add alternate" to install a separate tire swing and
associated play surface. A tire swing is included in the existing playground equipment. New
standards for play equipment however require that tire swings be installed as a separate
piece rather than including the swing in the larger play set. The cost to furnish and install
the tire swing and play surface is $7,950.
The Town Board discussed the installation of the tire swing and decided to proceed with the
enhanced contract which would include the installation of the tire swing.
Councilwoman Myers asked how long the project would take to complete. Mr. Altieri said 3
to 4 months.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck authorizes
that Contract TA-00-05 be awarded to P. Corsetti, Inc., the lowest
responsible bidder, for the rehabilitation and renovation of the playground
at Memorial Park, at a total cost to the Town of$63,150 including the "add
alternate"; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said
contract on behalf of the Town; and
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BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the appropriation of
$9,150 from General Fund Part Town Unreserved Fund and authorizes the
transfer of such monies to the Capital Fund, Project#98-01 to amend the
project budget to $69,150.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
8. Authorization - Cemetery and Road Shoulder Maintenance Contract
The Administrator explained that the Town is responsible for the maintenance of a variety of
road shoulder areas and grassy medians. In addition, the Town maintains nine inactive
cemeteries throughout the Town. Proposals have been received for the maintenance of
these areas from April through October. The scope of the contract includes grass cutting,
removal of debris and limbs. Areas identified in the contract require an initial spring cleanup,
and then maintenance once or twice a month and Fall cleanup depending upon the location.
Proposals were received from the following contractors:
Landscape Contractor Proposal for Monthly Service
Acocella Landscaping Ltd. $ 875.00
68 Gaylor Road
Scarsdale, N.Y. 10583
P.A Ferraro Landscaping $1,050.00
61 Harvest Drive
Brewster, N.Y. 10509
Carino Land Management $1,450.00
128 Fourth Street
New Rochelle, N.Y. 10801
Beresford Landscape Design $1,600.00
P.O. Box 2017
Larchmont, N.Y. 10538
Green Surrounding $2,200.00
Environmental Landscaping
655 Pelham Parkway North
Bronx, N.Y. 10467
E. Ferraro Landscaping & Design $3,800.00
320A Ward Avenue
Mamaroneck, N. Y. 10543
Colonial Landscaping, Inc. $5,760.00
630 Saw Mill River Road
Ardsley, N.Y. 10502
Upon a question from Councilwoman Wittner, the Administrator read a portion of the list of
areas to be maintained.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
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RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
hereby awards the cemetery and road shoulder maintenance
contract to Acocella Landscaping, the lowest responsible
bidder, for the maintenance of a variety of road shoulder
areas and grassy medians as well as maintaining the nine
inactive cemeteries throughout the Town at a total cost to the
Town of$$875 per month; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Administrator is hereby authorized to
execute said contract on behalf of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
AGENDA ITEM#9 WAS DEFERRED UNTIL LATER IN THE MEETING
10. Authorization - Resolution - Designation of Polling Places
The Deputy Town Clerk explained that this is the yearly pro forma resolution that designates
the sites to be used as polling places with requests for waivers for those sites that are not
accessible to the handicapped.
On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
does hereby approve the following locations as Polling Place
for use during the Primary and General Elections to be held
in the Town of Mamaroneck subject to further investigation of
District 10:
*DISTRICT#1 VM *DISTRICT#15 T
MAMARONECK AVE. SCHOOL STS. JOHN & PAUL AUDITORIUM
GERTRUDE AVENUE 280 WEAVER STREET
DISTRICT#2 VM DISTRICT#16 T
VOLUNTEERS FIREHOUSE CENTRAL SCHOOL
MAMARONECK AVENUE PALMER AVENUE
DISTRICT#3 VM DISTRICT#17 VM
MAMARO FIREHOUSE TOWN CENTER, COURT ROOM, 2ND FL
PALMER AVENUE 740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD
DISTRICT#4 VM DISTRICT#18 T
TOWN CENTER, COURT ROOM, 2ND FL WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE
740. W. BOSTON POST ROAD 205 WEAVER STREET
DISTRICT#5 VM DISTRICT#19 T
RESCUE SQUAD BLDG. WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE
200 NO. BARRY AVE. 205 WEAVER STREET
DISTRICT#6 VL *DISTRICT#20 T
CHATSWORTH AVE. SCHOOL STS. JOHN & PAUL SCHOOL
AUDITORIUM
FOREST PARK AVE. ENTRANCE 280 WEAVER STREET
DISTRICT#7 VL DISTRICT#21 T
CHATSWORTH AVE. SCHOOL MURRAY AVENUE SCHOOL
FOREST PARK AVE. ENTRANCE DAYMON TERRACE ENTRANCE
DISTRICT#8 VL DISTRICT#22 VM
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LARCHMONT VILLAGE CENTER SARAH NEUMAN HOME
LARCHMONT AVENUE 845 PALMER AVENUE
DISTRICT#9 VL DISTRICT#23 VM
CHATSWORTH AVE. SCHOOL TOWN CENTER , COURT ROOM 2ND FL
FOREST PARK AVE. ENTRANCE 740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD
DISTRICT#10 VL *DISTRICT#24 T
ST. JOHN'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH MAMARONECK AVENUE SCHOOL
GROVE AVENUE GERTRUDE AVENUE ENTRANCE
*DISTRICT#11 T DISTRICT#25 T
CHATSWORTH GARDENS APTS. LARCHMONT VILLAGE CENTER
14 NO. CHATSWORTH AVE. LARCHMONT AVENUE
DISTRICT#12 T DISTRICT#26 VL
MURRAY AVENUE SCHOOL LARCHMONT AVENUE CHURCH
DAYMON TERRACE ENTRANCE FOREST PARK AVENUE
DISTRICT#13 T DISTRICT#27 VM
MURRAY AVENUE SCHOOL RESCUE SQUAD BLDG.
DAYMON TERRACE ENTRANCE 200 NO. BARRY AVENUE
DISTRICT#14 T DISTRICT#28 T
CENTRAL SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS FIREHOUSE
PALMER AVENUE MAMARONECK AVENUE
*Not handicapped accessible
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby approves the
request for waivers for the following polling places:
District#1 & 24 District#15 & 20
Mamaroneck Avenue School Audit. Sts. John & Paul Auditorium
Gertrude Avenue Entrance 280 Weaver Street
District#11
Chatsworth Gardens Apts.
14 N. Chatsworth Avenue
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
11. Authorization - Request for Use of Voting Machines - Mamaroneck School District
The Deputy Town Clerk explained that the School District Clerk was making the annual
request for use of 13 voting machines for the Trustee and Budget vote to be held on May 16,
2000. She said that all costs for the election, both the cost of the technician and moving of
the machines are paid by the school district.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does authorize the use of
13 voting machines by the Mamaroneck School District on
May 16, 2000 for use during the annual School Election.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
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Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
12. Salary Authorization - Recreation Department
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 2000 Town Budget
that the Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of
salary to the following:
Alex Giles, Key Attendant, Hommocks Pool, $5.75/hour,
effective retroactive to 3/23/00, replacing Steve Browne.
Heide Schwab, Lifeguard, Early Morning Swim Program,
$25/session, effective retroactive to 3/23/00.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
ADDED ITEM
Salary Authorization - Records Officer - Police Department
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
adjustment of salary to Kathleen Graham, in the amount of
$47,900, as Records Officer and Secretary to the Police Chief
in the Police Department effective January 1, 1999.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
Recycling Update -Agenda Item #9
Mr. Altieri read the following letter into the record:
March 24, 2000
Mr. Wallace Irwin, Jr.
1 Summit Avenue
Larchmont, New York 10583-2913
Re: Recycling in Mamaroneck and Larchmont
Dear Wally:
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Valerie asked that I respond to your letter with the latest information on recycling
activities in the Town and Village. The short answer is that the program continues to
operate well although there have been fluctuations in recycling quantities throughout
the county. Following the order of your letter let me be more specific.
1. Are materials we put out for Wednesday morning recycling actually recycled?
Yes. Each Wednesday after the materials are collected, they are transferred to
a facility in Yonkers known as the MRF, Material Recycling Facility. There, the
materials are separated and sold to companies that reuse the material to
produce everything from toys to park benches. Newspaper and other paper
products are processed for reuse as well. The only time a load of recycling
material is dumped as garbage is if it is seriously contaminated with non-
recycling material.
2. Who decides?
The schedule for recycling is set a year in advance. Barring some unforeseen
circumstance such as the weather, recyclables are collected every Wednesday.
The Sanitation Commission makes final decisions on when and how to recycle.
3. If our recyclables are sometimes not recycled, why?
a) As stated above our recycling is always delivered to the MRF for
processing. There are fluctuations in the market for this material that will
cause the sale price of the material to rise and fall. However, the material
is all sold in the market.
b) There is a need to comply with contracts. Original contracts between the
municipalities required a minimum tonnage delivery to the County
incinerator. To enhance recycling however, the County waived the
minimum delivery requirement some years ago.
4. What are the numbers?
1998 1999
Plastics, Glass, Metal 563 525 tons
Paper Products 1,999 1,655 tons
Organics (Leaves) 3,000 2,632 tons
Other 127 135 tons
Total 5,689 4,947 tons
Based upon weight, there has been a reduction in the quantities recycled over
the last year but interestingly enough the pattern is the same throughout the
County and throughout the nation. Officials of the County government indicate
that overall the total increase in recycling for all governments in the County
was only 1,000 tons.
Remember that recycling performance is measured in weight. Nationwide
there has been a movement away from glass containers to plastic containers.
The change leads to a reduction in overall weight but is not necessarily
indicative of less recycling. We do notice however that in some cases residents
have lost some of their energy when it comes to separating recycling materials.
An average resident pays approximately$450 per year for all collection
services. Since the cost is so low there is not an overwhelming incentive to
recycle.
Overall the Town and Village recycle 34% of the total solid waste generated in
the two communities.
Considering that we collect a large percentage of commercial and institutional
solid waste, this percentage is good. In terms of our ranking, in the 1970's the
Town and Village and the Village of Briarcliff were the only communities that
actively recycled newspaper. Now, the Commission is compared with 42 other
communities, some of which are much larger in population.
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5. Is there a group in our community that monitors recycling?
Yes. The Sanitation Commission monitors recycling on a regular basis. To get
the word out to the community we use cable television, municipal newsletters,
and the Commissions annual publication. Also, I make appearances at the
grammar schools each year to teach the children the ins and outs of recycling.
In the 1970's there was better communication. Each week the Daily Times
published the tonnage of newspaper recycled by the Town and Village.
Unfortunately, the Journal News will not publish a weekly piece on recycling.
What is in store for the future? (My own question)
The next big step for our recycling program is to actively collect more organic material
such as grass clippings and branches. We are working with the Supervisor and the
Mayor to find a way to collect these materials efficiently without compromising the
appearance of the communities. A program to transfer the material out of the community
must also be developed. Finally, ways to increase our recycling tonnage is also a
priority.
I appreciate your taking the time to write and ask about the program. An active
recycling program does require constant education. If you have any ideas about other
methods of educating the public on recycling other than those I have mentioned please
call.
Best regards,
Stephen V. Altieri
Superintendent
The Town Board then had a brief discussion regarding recycling.
Mr. Altieri then reminded residents that between March 15 and April 15 rubbish could be put
out any day of the week (not on the weekend, preferably on Sunday evening for Monday
pickup).
ADDED ITEMS:
Authorization - Resolution - Support of County-Wide Revaluation
The Supervisor explained that there is an organization known as the Westchester Municipal
Officials Association (WMOA) which is made up of elected officials of the Villages, Towns and
Cities of Westchester County. The current president of WMOA is Linda Gilbert Cooper, she
is also the Supervisor of the Town of Yorktown. Ms. Cooper has sent a letter to each
municipality in Westchester with the idea that if we all agree throughout Westchester, to do
a reval (reassessment), the best way is to do it on a county-wide basis. Linda would ask each
municipality on behalf of WMOA to pass a resolution to this effect.
The Supervisor raised the concern that owners of condos or coops should be treated fairly
with any type of reassessment. Supervisor O'Keeffe asked George Roniger, Chairman of the
Reval Committee, to take the report and look at it again with respect to coop and condo
owners and also add to his committee a few people that the Supervisor would like to appoint.
One or two people from the Village of Mamaroneck, two or three people from the Town of
Mamaroneck who live in condos or coops. Irving Sharf has agreed to join the group. He
would represent the residents who have coops. Joan Mazo, Chairperson of 35 North
Chatsworth Avenue (Carlton House) was not able to serve but will nominate someone in her
place. Roger Hotte who is on the board of 14 N. Chatsworth Avenue would represent those
residents who had condos.
The Town Attorney then read the following resolution:
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of all municipalities, school districts,
and the county government of Westchester County to participate in a
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collective revaluation project to establish the most equitable
assessment/tax rolls for all property owners and to ensure tax fairness for
all; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby
supports the concept of a county-wide revaluation so long as a minimum of
80 percent of the 25 cities and towns upon which the County bases its tax
apportionment agree to do so at the same time on a shared-cost basis as
part of joint intermunicipal agreement provided that the interests of co-ops
and condo owners are considered.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, the resolution was
adopted.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
The Supervisor thanked Mr. Roniger for being a good sport and the Board would try to help
to determine how many condo and coop owners there are in the Town and two Villages.
Supervisor O'Keeffe read the following communication received from Governor Pataki's
Office regarding the census.
WHEREAS, the requirement that a National Census be conducted every ten
years is established in the United Stales Constitution; the United States
Census 2000 will take place on April 1, marking the 22"d in our Nation's
history; the Empire Stale recognizes the importance of this decennial
event, and the significant impact it can have on the lives of all New Yorkers;
therefore, the greatest priority is given to the preparation, planning, and
actual taking of the Census; and,
WHEREAS, in the upcoming Census, the United Slates Census Bureau
expects to count more than 18 million people in New York State; the
information gained from the Census is used not only to obtain a population
count, but also has profound implications in that the number of
congressional seats is determined for the next ten years, and federal
funding levels are allocated according to population figures; and
WHEREAS, it is crucial that every single person is accounted for, in order
that New York Slate receives its fair representation in Congress and rightful
share of federal money for vital programs and services: the census
information is used for formulas that determine federal funding allocations
for public services such as programs for the disadvantaged, community
economic development, work force training programs, transitional
employment, and transportation projects; and
WHEREAS, the results of the Census provide a general population
overview to our State representatives and officials in Washington, D.C. and
also serve as the basis for other offices and agencies that conduct work
that requires an understanding of the distribution of the statewide
population; the results will also reveal trends with regard to New York
State's residents, and various demographic changes; and
WHEREAS, it is imperative that every single man, woman and child in New
York State participate and are counted in the upcoming Census 2000; in
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order to obtain the most accurate results from Census 2000, all people are
strongly encouraged to fully cooperate with and follow Census Bureau
procedures; this occasion serves to remind every person that their
involvement is truly crucial, and that their role in this endeavor is very
important; with the taking of the Census, people in communities
throughout New York State are likewise reminded to consider the
significance of the Year 2000 Census and all of the contributing factors that
will determine our future growth and continued prosperity as a great State;
NOW THEREFORE, I George E. Pataki, Governor of the State of New York,
do hereby proclaim April 1, 2000 as
CENSUS PARTICIPATION DAY
in the Empire State.
Supervisor O'Keeffe stated that it was very important that we all fill out a census form so that
we can all get our fair share in New York State.
Councilwoman Myers said that that this was very important especially for the schools. The
schools are extremely reliant on this information to be able to be treated equitably by the
state and federal government.
Approval of Minutes -January 26, 2000 and February 2, 2000 (HELD OVER)
Cable TV
The Supervisor said that Councilwoman Myers is the Town's representative on the Cable
Board of Control. She has been working very hard with the Board to try to convince
Cablevision of Westchester to keep LMCTV on channels 14, 15 and 16. The Town Board
passed a resolution two weeks ago expressing that view. The Board had reason to believe
that Cablevision would accommodate us, that at least one of the channels would be put back
from channels 71, 72 and 73 to either 14, 15 or 16. The Supervisor spoke to Emilie Spalding,
the government relations representative for Cablevision. Ms. Spalding attended a meeting
with Cablevision and was told that under no circumstances would they be able to do this. It
would be more beneficial to the public as a whole, it would be cheaper and less disruptive.
Cablevision would help our viewers to find the local access stations. They would air
commercials on 32 station and try to work with the public.
Councilwoman Myers said that she would like to ask Cablevision to do two more things:
1. Run a crawl across the old stations (14, 15 & 16) indicating that our
viewers need to turn to 71, 72 or 73.
2. Put some kind of notification into the Cable TV bills to make sure that
we are not losing any viewers.
Thruway Barriers - Rockland Avenue and Weaver Street
Supervisor O'Keeffe said that she spoke to the chief engineer today. Work has been done
between Rockland Avenue and North Brook Road. There will be an update at a meeting on
Monday with the Thruway engineer and the contractor to review the schedule. But they feel
that they will complete the contact by the September 15 deadline.
West Nile Virus - Mosquitoes/Dead birds
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The Supervisor explained that there were several people who are concerned about the
mosquitoes. The Town has been instructed to refer them to the County Health Department.
Mr. Altieri then instructed anyone who had concerns to call his office in the morning to obtain
phone numbers for the County. The Health Department is very interested in hearing from
anyone who has discovered any dead birds.
The County has requested a listing of areas that are typically wet where there may be
stagnant water. Those areas have all been identified so that they can be treated with a
larvicide. The County has also advised the communities not to proceed with the cleaning of
catch basins because they will be putting a long acting larvicide in the catch basins. The
Town is preparing a package of information for residents. It is a compilation of information
from the county. This can be obtained from the Administrator's office.
Bus Route #70
The Supervisor said that there have been several complaints from residents on Avon Road.
The bus that runs route #70 can no longer safely navigate the hairpin turn on Rockland
Avenue and therefore has been diverted to Avon Road. The Supervisor said that she, along
with George Latimer and Steve Altieri have been working on the problem. Mr. Stiller, the
Deputy Commissioner of Transportation, related that the County has bought some buses
that are 30 feet long which are smaller than the regular bus. These buses will be available in
six months. The larger bus will be removed from the route and the smaller bus will be
rerouted to the original route along Rockland Avenue.
Supervisor thanked Steve Altieri, George Latimer and the County Transportation Department.
The discussion then went back to the issues of dead birds, stagnant water and the use of
Deet.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
George Roniger from Stoneyside Drive, of the Larchmont Garden Civic Association spoke on
the following issues:
1. Ikea -wanted to say that they supported the direction that the Board was going.
2. Gardens Lake is looking better and they appreciate that.
3. Concerned about road noise from 1-95. The barriers seem to help only the homes
situated behind them and don't seem to help the homes that are some distance
from the barriers. He felt that the road surface and the toll booths greatly
contributed to this problem. High speeds also seem to be a factor.
4. Local traffic, speed and safety -stop signs were a concern. They would like to
have additional stop signs in the area.
5. Very happy that Bonnie Briar is moving in a positive direction and are pleased with
the role the Board is taking in this matter. A major concern has been the
environment and preservation of open space and the improvement of open space
in our area. Especially with regard to Bonnie Briar and Gardens Lake
Supervisor O'Keeffe thanked Mr. Roniger and responded to Mr. Roniger's issues.
Mr. Altieri also responded regarding stop signs. The Traffic Committee feels that most stop
signs are ignored by most residents. It's impossible to enforce all the stop signs.
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Mr. Altieri then stated that the Town was awaiting the delivery of a speed monitoring device
in about four weeks. This device will have the capability of recording the number of cars, the
time of day and the speed that the cars are traveling. This should give the Police Department
a much better direction as to where to focus on speed control.
Councilman Odierna asked how our enforcement agent was doing and when we could
expect to see him on the weekends.
Mr. Altieri said probably by the end of this month.
REPORTS OF COUNCIL
Councilwoman Myers stated that since there was no Traffic Committee meeting this past
month there was nothing to report. Councilwoman Myers said that she would like to report
that two weeks ago the Youth Council, along with the Students Against Drunk Driving Club at
Mamaroneck High School and RADAR which is a resistance to drug abuse group also at the
High School, cosponsored a dance/concert at the Mamaroneck Village Teen Center at the
Harbor. This was attended by 180 students. It was a great success. She wanted to thank
Mamaroneck Village in letting them use the facility.
Councilwoman Wittner reported on the Human Rights Commission. Meetings are held the
fourth Monday of the month at the Town Center in Conference Room A at 7:45 PM unless
otherwise noticed. The Chairperson sits for one year, Glenna Gray from the Village of
Larchmont has stepped down as chair. The new chair is Robert Degen from the Village of
Mamaroneck.
Councilwoman Wittner mentioned that Robin Nichinsky, a Town resident, who was involved
in a program at Central School which she worked on called a World of Difference involving
parents, students and faculty. Councilwoman Wittner said that she would like to invite Robin
to one of the Board meetings to explain this program to the Board members. The Board
concurred.
Councilwoman Myers said that she believed that the program was done through a grant from
the Mamaroneck Schools Foundation that Robin had applied for and received.
Councilwoman Wittner reported that the Coastal Zone Management Commission meets on
the fourth Tuesday of the month. George Latimer gave the Commission an update. There
was an interesting referral from the Zoning Board of Appeals which dealt with the need to
maintain buffer areas between homes and critical environmental areas. The Commission
agreed to transmit to both the Town Board and the Village of Larchmont Board a wetlands
protection ordinance.
Councilwoman Wittner wanted to mention that Denise Cookingham, the court clerk, had
applied for and received a grant to cover computer hardware items.
Councilman Odierna mentioned that on Saturday, April 8, at 9:00 AM the Carpino-Steffens
Field will be reopening and the Town residents are invited to come. Also, the Web Committee
will be meeting tomorrow night, April 6, in the Town Clerk's Office.
Councilwoman Seligson said that since the Planning Board and Zoning Board did not meet
she had nothing to report. She stated that she is continuing to work hard on the Long Island
Sound issues.
ADJOURNMENT
The Supervisor stated that there would be a Special Town Board meeting on April 12 at 6:00
PM and that the next scheduled Town Board meetings would be April 26 and May 3.
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The meeting was then adjourned in memory of Joan Williams, former member of the Board
of Architectural Review.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson the meeting was
adjourned at 10:45 PM and the Town Board then convened into an Executive Session in
Conference Room A to discuss purchase of land and settlement of a claim.
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
does hereby authorize the Town Administrator to settle a
claim between the Town of Mamaroneck and Mr. Donald
Bouchard of 769 Forest Avenue, Larchmont, New York in the
amount of$600 in connection with the removal of trees.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
Submitted by:
Patricia A Samela, Deputy Town Clerk
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