HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000_05_17 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 MAY 17, 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:
Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk
Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator
Charlene Indelicato, Town Attorney
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor O'Keeffe at 8:20
PM, who then pointed out the location of exits.
PUBLIC HEARING - INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGN - INTERSECTION HARMON DRIVE AND
REVERE ROAD
The Notice of Public Hearing was entered into the record:
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck on Wednesday, May 17, 2000 at 8:15 PM or as soon thereafter as is possible in
the Court Room of the Town Center, 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York. The
purpose of the hearing is to consider the adoption of a proposed Local Law entitled "Stop
Intersection - Harmon Drive and Revere Road".
The full text of this Local Law may be examined and copies obtained at the Town Clerk's
Office during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM or until
4:00 PM during June, July and August) at 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York.
The Administrator explained the Traffic Commission was recommending that stop signs be
placed on Harmon Drive to help to alleviate the speeders along the road. He said normally
stop signs are not used as a deterrent for speeders, but in this instance there seems to be no
alternative. The residents had attended the meetings when this had been discussed and
were in favor of this proposed local law.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the hearing was
declared open.
Supervisor O'Keeffe said she had received a communication regarding this proposed law
and then read the following letter:
MARGARET DEGEN
919 HARMON DRIVE
LARCHMONT, NEW YORK 10538
May 15, 2000
Hon. Valerie Moore-O'Keeffe
Supervisor
May 17, 2000
Town of Mamaroneck
740 West Boston Post Road
Mamaroneck, New York 10543
VIA FACSIMILE 381-7809
RE: Public Hearing-Stop Sign
Harmon Drive
Dear Mrs. O'Keeffe:
Please read my comments at the public hearing.
Thank you very much for your assistance in forwarding my letter of April 14, 2000 and my
concerns to the traffic commission. 1 am pleased that the commission, you and your
board recognize that ordinary measures will no longer suffice to combat the dangerous
traffic conditions that have persisted for so long on Harmon Drive. The serious situation
requires a unique plan.
1 am indeed in favor of the placement of stop signs in both directions (one going toward
Weaver and one going toward Rockland) at the intersection of Harmon Drive and Revere
Road. 1 am sure that this action will go a long way toward reducing speed on Harmon
Drive and providing a safer roadway. For too long it has been dangerous and often
impossible to back out of the driveway. Several accidents have taken place and your
police routinely stop vehicles for speeding. The need for these stop signs has been
demonstrated and 1 urge you to approve the signs at your meeting.
Please also remind the police department that the street is already designated as a "no
thru trucking"street, yet many trucks routinely travel this road causing more danger.
When the police are doing speed enforcement perhaps they might also enforce the truck
ordinance.
Sincerely,
Margaret Degen
The Supervisor then asked if there were anyone present who wished to speak either in favor
of or against the amendment. There was no response.
Councilwoman Myers commented that as liaison to the Traffic Committee she was aware of
the problems experienced in the area. Many residents had attended voicing concerns and
something needs to be done to correct the situation.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers , the hearing was
declared closed.
On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the following Local
Law was adopted:
LOCAL LAW NO. 5 -2000
This Local Law shall be known as "Stop Intersection - Harmon Drive and Revere Road."
Section 1. - Purpose:
To regulate the traffic on Harmon Drive by placing a stop sign on Harmon Drive where it
intersects with Revere Road.
Section 2. - Regulation of Traffic on Harmon Drive:
Vehicles shall be required to come to a full stop on Harmon Drive where it intersects with
Revere Road.
Section 3. - Signs to be Erected:
Appropriate signs shall be erected at the corner of Harmon Drive where it intersects with
Revere Road.
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Section 4. - Severability:
Should any provision of this Local Law be declared invalid or unconstitutional by any court
of competent jurisdiction, such declaration of unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect
any other provisions of the Local Law which may be implemented without the invalid or
unconstitutional provision.
Section 5. - Effective Date:
This Local Law shall take effect upon filing with the Secretary of State.
The above local law was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
PUBLIC HEARING -AMENDING THE OFFICIAL TOWN MAP OF MAMARONECK
The Notice of Public Hearing was entered into the record:
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck on May 17, 2000, at 8:15 PM or as soon thereafter as is possible, in the Court
Room of the Town Center, 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York to consider
adoption of the following Local Law:
The purpose of the Local Law is "Amending the Official Map of the Town of Mamaroneck in
Order to Remove Ward Lane as a Paper Street".
The Town Administrator explained the street to be removed, Ward Lane, was a paper street
and by removing it would allow it to remain an open space.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the hearing was
declared open.
The Supervisor asked if there were any comments.
Councilwoman Wittner said this matter had been studied for a long time and she was happy
to see it finally come to fruition.
There being no further remarks, on motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by
Councilman Odierna, the hearing was declared closed.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the following Local
Law was adopted:
LOCAL LAW NO. 6 -2000
This Local Law shall be known as "Amending the Official Map of the Town of Mamaroneck in
Order to Remove Ward Lane as a Paper Street".
Section 1. - Intent:
To amend the Official Map of the Town of Mamaroneck to remove Ward Lane as a paper
street.
Section 2. - Purpose:
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Ward Lane an unimproved paper street although found on the official map of the Town of
Mamaroneck has been determined to be unnecessary and useless. It is in the best interest of
the Town to demap the paper street in order to maintain the area as open space.
Section 3. -Amendment to the Official Map:
Ward Lane is hereby removed from the Official Map of the Town of Mamaroneck.
Section 4. - Referral to the Planning Board:
Pursuant to Section 273 of the Town Law of the State of New York, this law is referred to the
Planning Board for report within 30 days of such referral.
Section 5. - Severability:
Should any provision of this Local Law be declared invalid or unconstitutional by any court
of competent jurisdiction, such declaration of unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect
any other provisions of this Local Law which may be implemented without the invalid or
unconstitutional provision.
Section 6. - Effective Date:
This Local Law shall become effective upon filing with the Secretary of State.
The above local law was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
PUBLIC HEARING - EXTENSION OF THE PARKING ZONE - EAST SIDE OF N. CHATSWORTH
AVENUE ADJACENT TO MEMORIAL PARK
The following Notices of Public Hearings were entered into the record:
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck on Wednesday, May 17, 2000 at 8:15 PM or as soon thereafter as is possible in
the Court Room of the Town Center, 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York to
consider the adoption of a proposed Local Law entitled "Extension of the Current Parking
Zone Located on the East Side of North Chatsworth Avenue Adjacent to Memorial Park".
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the hearing was
declared open.
Mr. Altieri explained this change would add seven parking spaces on North Chatsworth and
Murray Avenues. The sign would be moved on the east side of North Chatsworth near Myrtle
Park north approximately 140 feet.
Councilwoman Wittner asked if the location was near the school and was told it was not.
Councilwoman Myers asked what house number it would go to and Mr. Altieri said #35.
Renee Morrison, asked if this would require a parking permit.
Supervisor O'Keeffe replied the street was public and therefore no permits are allowed to be
issued. She added parking is a continuing problem which is being studied, the Traffic
Committee worked hard on this.
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Councilman Odierna said he knew this matter had been before Traffic a long time, they were
glad its finally before the Town Board.
Esther Alpert, 14 No. Chatsworth Avenue, said she receives many tickets parking on Myrtle
Boulevard and Chatsworth and questioned why the parking is limited to three hours.
The Administrator answered the time limit is set to deter commuter parking, especially from
surrounding communities which are all experiencing a parking crunch in the commuter lots.
Ms. Alpert asked when the study is complete along the area and new plans are put into effect
would there be more 24 hour parking available.
Mr. Altieri replied at this point we don't know, the Board will review different scenarios and
make a decision.
There being no further comments on motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by
Councilwoman Wittner, the public hearing was adjourned.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the following Local
Law was adopted:
LOCAL LAW NO. 7 -2000
This Local Law shall be known as" Parking Regulations on North Chatsworth Avenue and
Murray Avenue".
Section 1. - Intent:
The Traffic Committee of the Town of Mamaroneck having reviewed the area and studied the
recommendations of the Police Department, find that in order to provide additional parking
on North Chatsworth Avenue and Murray Avenue, certain parking regulations must be
effected.
Section 2. - Purpose:
To change certain traffic regulations on North Chatsworth Avenue and Murray Avenue.
Section 3. - Parking Regulations:
1. The existing sign allowing parking on the East side of North Chatsworth Avenue at Myrtle
Park shall be removed and placed one hundred and forty (140) feet north of the existing sign,
allowing for seven (7) additional spaces.
2. The existing sign allowing parking on the west side of Murray Avenue at 14 North
Chatsworth Avenue shall be removed and placed forty (40) feet south of the existing sign,
allowing for two (2) additional spaces.
3. The existing signs allowing parking on the west and east sides of Murray Avenue north of
the bridge shall be removed and placed sixty (60) feet north of the existing sign, allowing for
six (6) additional spaces.
Section 4. - Severability:
Should any provisions of This Local Law be declared invalid or unconstitutional by any court
of competent jurisdiction, such declaration of unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect
any other provision of this Local Law which may be implemented without the invalid or
unconstitutional provision.
Section 5. - Effective Date:
This Local Law shall take effect immediately.
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The above local law was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner O'Keeffe at 8:50 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. Update - Speed Enforcement
The Supervisor introduced Sgt. Pennachio, who updated the Board on enforcement efforts
for radar, speeding, seat belts, and child restraints.
Sgt. Pennachio said that the Police Department had received a grant in 1992 to pay for
overtime which allowed for detail assignments to enforce speeding, seat belts, etc. Then a
second grant was given which focussed entirely on speeding. Eleven summonses were
issued and had a visible impact on speeders along the corridor. During the time of the detail
there were only two civilian complaints which is an incredible number considering the
aggregate number of cars that were stopped and checked for various violations. He said the
Town received grants of$6,600 in 1992 and 1993. Then as the grants became more widely
applied for the amounts dwindled.
Councilwoman Myers asked if there had been any word on the new radar.
Sgt. Pennachio said the machine had been ordered and was expected to be delivered next
month.
Councilwoman Seligson it was good to see such a small amount of money used to such great
benefit.
Sgt. Pennachio added that the department had applied for another grant to allow for a
greater police presence during Memorial Day and Labor day amounting to 42 man hours. It
helps to have a high profile during those holidays and helps to enforce the seat belt law
which saves lives.
Councilwoman Wittner said she heard there were trucks not heeding the `no thru trucks' sign
on Harmon and the law was not being enforced. She suggested Sgt. Pennachio pass it on to
the Police Department.
They all thanked him for his update.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the Board of
Police Commissioners was closed.
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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the meeting of
the Board of Fire Commissioners was opened.
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner O'Keeffe.
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 Odierna presented fire claims for authorization of payment , thereafter on
Commissioner Odierna's 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. 1,223.40
AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. 37.90
AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. 40.00
**AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. ** 245.50
AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. 70.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. 254.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. 311.40
AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. 10.00
AT & T 16.11
AT & T Wireless 154.32
Brewer Hardware 3.31
Chief Fire Prevention 85.00
Cinewear Apparel 720.00
Cinewear Apparel 180.00
Clean Air Company 26,989.00
Cleaning System 98.29
Cleaning System 62.35
Con Ed 2.00
Con Ed 346.09
Dri Chem Fire Extinguisher 204.85
Fire-End & Croker 1,918.31
Gall's Inc. 347.96
Lucent Technologies 50.15
Metrocom 344.50
Metrocom 225.00
Nick Condro 525.00
NYS Academy of Fire Science 125.00
Poland Spring 103.46
Quest Diagnostics 241.24
Rye Ford 50.16
Sound Shore Contracting 68.40
Sound Shore Pest Control 120.00
Thomas K. Landau 755.00
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Town of Mamaroneck Professional Fire Fighters 204.36
United Water New Rochelle 197.48
Volunteer Firemen's Insurance 64,844.75
Volunteer Firemen's Insurance 3,602.65
Westchester Elevator 170.00
Westchester Elevator 170.00
Westchester Joint Water Works 80.00
TOTAL 105,196.94
**Error in amount on claim form. Amount reduced from $445.50
to $245.50 to reflect this change.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
2. Authorization - Occupational Health Agreement - Sound Shore Medical Center
Mr. Altieri explained that Federal and State Occupational Safety and Health regulations
require that all firefighters both volunteer and paid undergo routine medical examinations.
The medical examinations focus primarily on the cardio-pulmonary health of the firefighter.
Depending upon the age of the firefighter, a full medical examination is not always required.
During those years when a full examination is not required a medical update is performed on
the firefighter. In the past the Fire Department used the services of Dr. Thomas Landau for
the examination and Quest Laboratory for the blood and urine testing. After reviewing the
cost of the current program, the Fire Department has explored alternatives and is
recommending that the examination program be switched to Sound Shore Medical Center.
The examination to be provided is equally thorough but the cost is less expensive. A full
examination including testing will cost $175 per firefighter, a medical update will cost $50.00.
Currently we are paying $180 for the examination and up to $120 for testing. There are two
forms of agreement. The first is for the full medical examination and testing. The second is
for the annual update in the years that a full medical examination is not required.
Councilwoman Myers questioned whether Dr. Landau had been asked if he could meet the
cost.
Michael Liverzani, Fire Chief, stated he had spoken with Dr. Landau and because the work is
actually sent out for testing he could not meet the criteria. He noted this had been reviewed
for the past few months because of problems with billings and this seemed to be the best
solution.
On motion of Commissioner Odierna, seconded by Commissioner Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the Board of Fire Commissioners does
hereby authorize the agreement between the Town of
Mamaroneck Fire Department and Sound Shore Health
System for Occupational Health for annual medical updates
for the years when complete physical exams are not
required; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Board of Fire Commissioners does
hereby authorize the agreement between the Town of
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Mamaroneck Fire Department and Sound Shore Medical
Center of Westchester for annual firefighter physicals; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Board of Fire Commissioners does
hereby authorize the Town Administrator to execute the
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
3. Other Business - Fire Reports
The Supervisor asked Chief Liverzani to read the fire reports.
FIRE REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2000
The following report outlines responses to calls made during the month of March 2000. It
summarizes the nature and origin of calls, the number of personnel responding and the total
times spent at fire calls.
NATURE OF CALLS:
GENERAL 22
MINOR 12
STILLS 03
OUT OF TOWN 00
MONTHLY DRILL 01
EMS 15
TOTAL 53
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEN RESPONDING: 412
TOTAL HOURS RESPONDING: 22 HOURS AND 33 MINUTES
FIRE REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL 2000
The following report outlines responses to calls made during the month of April 2000. It
summarizes the nature and origin of calls, the number of personnel responding and the total
times spent at fire calls.
NATURE OF CALLS:
GENERAL 27
MINOR 15
STILLS 00
OUT OF TOWN 00
MONTHLY DRILL 01
EMS 09
TOTAL 52
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEN RESPONDING: 484
TOTAL HOURS RESPONDING: 26 HOURS AND 21 MINUTES
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Submitted by Michael Liverzani, Chief
Councilwoman Wittner announced the Fire Department would be holding memorial services
on May 25, which would be followed by a parade and refreshments. She said there would be
a wet down dedication ceremony at the fire house on June 10.
On motion of Commissioner Odierna, seconded by Commissioner Wittner the Board of Fire
Commissioners was adjourned at 9:10 PM .
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner the Town Board
Meeting was reconvened.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Appointment - Recreation Commission
On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby appoint Rita
Plansky as a member of the Recreation Commission filling
an unexpired term, effective immediately and terminating May
2004.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
The Board agreed to amend the agenda to add appointments to the Planning Board, Coastal
Zone Management Commission, and to the Beautification Committee.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby amend the
agenda to add four additional appointments.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
ADDED APPOINTMENTS
COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby appoint Frank
Buddingh as a member of the Coastal Zone Management
Commission filling an unexpired term, effective immediately
and terminating August 2000.
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby appoint Dottie
Hartman and Christina Webers as a members of the
Beautification effective immediately.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
PLANNING BOARD
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby appoint Robert
A. Cohen as a member of the Planning Board filling an
unexpired term, effective immediately and terminating July
2002.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
2. Ice Rink/Pool Concession Request For Proposal Recommendation
Mr. Altieri explained that the Town of Mamaroneck Recreation Department received two
qualified proposals on April 19, 2000 in response to our formal request for proposals to
operate a food and refreshment concession Hommocks Park Ice Rink and the pool complex.
Initially, eight food and refreshment firms were invited to submit a detailed proposal. Of
those eight firms, two companies Slap Shot Cafe, Inc. and Webster Avenue Deli submitted
qualified proposals. The Town did receive a letter from a third firm, Whitsons, thanking us
for the opportunity to submit and indicating an interest in participating in the future.
Attached you will find copies of both proposals and the letter from Whitsons. He said that
Slapshot Cafe has been operating the concession during this interim period and he would
recommend they be awarded the contract. They would be paying approximately $20 per
square foot and all operating costs, the Recreation Commission would approve the menu
which has always been a concern.
Councilwoman Wittner asked what the revenue base has been in the past.
Mr. Altieri said about $300,000. Councilwoman Seligson had a few questions since the new
concessionaire proposal was for half those revenues. Mr. Altieri explained that the payment
was being paid on a quarterly basis.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
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RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the
agreement between the Town and Slap Shot Cafe for a five
year contract for the Ice Rink/Pool concession for an
incremental base fee ranging from $10,200 in 2000-2001
increasing to $12,400 in the final year 2004-2005, plus the
Town will receive 2% of the gross sales based on the
projected revenue of$300,000.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
3. 1999 Financial Report
The Town Administrator said he had delivered for review and comment the budget
performance report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 1999. The report features a
comparison of budget estimates for revenues and expenditures and actual revenues and
expenditures. An annual report of the activities of the Town's operating departments is being
prepared for your information. He then presented slides showing the budget numbers and
revenue, and expense. This report is intended to compare budgeted and actual budget
performance in 1999. The comparison is provided for each of the Town's budget funds and
special districts. The auditor's statement of financial condition will provide a more detailed
comparison between 1999 and 1998. (The report is attached to the end of the minutes)
There was a discussion regarding the reduced ice rink revenues caused by increased
competition from New Roc City and on being over budget in the Police Department because
of overtime.
4. Authorization -Acoustical Consulting Services - Town of Mamaroneck Fire House
The Administrator said this agreement would provide for the measurement of noise around
the Weaver Street Firehouse both with equipment operating and not operating, review
operating characteristics of mechanical equipment and prepare details and specifications for
noise control construction which should be implemented to achieve design goal values of
noise reduction.
The Supervisor explained this should hopefully bring the noise levels of the exhaust system
to under 50 decibels which should make the fire department and the neighbors happy.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the
agreement between the Town and Acoustic Dimensions of
Larchmont for consulting services for noise measurement at
the Weaver Street Firehouse; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the contract fee structure is based upon an
hourly fee with an estimated time spent to be three to five
hours; and
BE IT FURTHER,
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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. Approval of Certiorari
The Town Attorney said approval was needed for settlement of the following certiorari:
16 North Chatsworth Avenue Corp. - 16 North Chatsworth Ave.
Block 127 Lot 108 (Lots 106 and 214 - discontinued)
Town of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1997 $244,900 $217,600 $27,300 11%
1998 $244,900 $217,600 $27,300 11%
1999 $244,900 $203,900 $41,000 17%
The Town will refund approximately $14,161 for the three years in question. The loss to the
Town will be approximately $4,720 per year.
Waverly Realty - 545 Fenimore Road
Block 824 Lot 107
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1995 $23,500 $20,000 $3,500 15%
1996 $23,500 $20,000 $3,500 15%
1997 $23,500 $20,000 $3,500 15%
1998 $23,500 $19,000 $4,500 19%
1999 $23,500 $19,000 $4,500 19%
The Town will refund approximately $270 for the five years in question. The loss to the Town
is approximately $54 per year.
Fenimore Realty - 525 Fenimore Road
Block 824 Lot 133
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1996 $25,000 $22,000 $3,000 12%
1997 $25,000 $22,000 $3,000 12%
1998 $25,000 $22,000 $3,000 12%
1999 $25,000 $22,000 $3,000 12%
The Town will refund approximately $165 for the four years in question. The loss to the Town
is approximately $42 per year.
Nat Picco - 615 Palmer Avenue
Block 904 Lot 308
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
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1999 $17,600 $12,500 $5,100 29%
The Town will refund approximately $70 for the year in question.
Arthur Gelbard and Dale Gelbard - 540 Palmer Avenue
Block 909 Lot 335
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Marnaroneck
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1999 $23,000 $18,000 $5,000 22%
The Town will refund approximately $70 for the year in question.
Susan Kesten - 721 W, Boston Post Road
Block 920 Lot 467
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1999 $20,300 $16,500 $4,000 20%
The Town will refund approximately $60 for the year in question.
Nicola and Maria Savino
921 W. Boston Post Road - Block 921 Lot 114
929 W. Boston Post Road - Block 921 Lot 129
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
921 W. Boston Post Road - Block 921 Lot 114
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1997 $20,300 $18,000 $2,300 11%
1998 $20,300 $18,000 $2,300 11%
1999 $20,300 $18,000 $2,300 11%
929 W. Boston Post Road - Block 921 Lot 129
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1997 $.27,500 $17,000 $10,500 38%
1998 $27,500 $17,000 $10,500 38%
1999 $27,500 $17,000 $10,500 38%
The Town will refund approximately $528 for the three years in question. The loss to the
Town is approximately $176 per year.
Makio Idesako - 576 Mamaroneck Avenue
Block 823 Lot 334
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1998 $30,000 $18,000 $12,000 40%
1999 $30,000 $18,000 $12,000 40%
The Town will retired approximately $329 for the two years in question. The loss to the Town
is approximately $165 per year.
John Porzio -210-218 Mamaroneck Avenue
Block 907 Lot 322
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Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1994 $102,000 $90,000 $12,000 12%
1995 $102,000 $84,000 $18,000 18%
1996 $102,000 $84,000 $18,000 18%
1997 $102,000 $84,000 $18,000 18%
1998 $102,000 $84,000 $18,000 18%
1999 $102,000 $74,000 $28,000 27%
The Town will refund approximately $1,515 for the six years in question. The loss to the
Town is approximately $253 per year.
Francisco Realty Corp. -2089 Boston Post Road
Block 705 Lot 338
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Larchmont
Year Assessment Reduced To Amount of Reduction
1999 $21,000 $16,000 $5,000 24%
The Town will refund approximately $70 for the year in question.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, the above certiorari
were approved.
The above certiorari were put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
6. Authorization -Westchester Joint Water Works - Project A1185
Supervisor O'Keeffe said this project was to replace a main on Mamaroneck Avenue at Saxon
Drive which had recently had a break in the pipe, and the Town's share of the project would
be $5900. She said this is an example of a Westchester Joint Water Works Projects not
being in our budget, and having to be emergency funded.
Councilman Odierna said he had received a card in the mail from WJWW regarding the
flushing of hydrants in his neighborhood and wondered why they could not be mailed earlier
to give people more time to prepare.
The Supervisor said she would pass on the message to them.
On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve
Project A-1185 for the replacement of 12" water main on the
Mamaroneck Avenue Bridge between the Town of Harrison
and the Village of Mamaroneck; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the
expenditure for the above-stated project, the estimated cost
totaling $27,500, of which the Town's share is not to exceed
$5,900 without further notification and approval.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
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Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
7. Salary Authorizations - Highway Department
- Recreation
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
payment of salary to Christopher Gonch and J. Roger
Gutierrez as laborers in the highway department effective
May 30, 2000 at an annual salary of$26,5050; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
promotion of Anthony Buonanno from laborer to skilled
laborer effective May 30, 2000 at an annual salary of$40,905.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
RECREATION
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, 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:
Christopher Lenton Tennis Instructor $18/hour eff. retroactive to 5/1/00
Emily Farber-Kaiser Tennis Instructor $17/hour& $21/hour eff. retroactive to 5/1/00
John McCormick Tennis Instructor $18/hour eff. retroactive to 5/1/00
Nancy Sadlief Tennis Instructor $25/hour eff. retroactive to 5/1/00
Ani Kantardjieaua Tennis Instructor $18/hour eff. retroactive to 5/1/00
Vishal Varghese Tennis Instructor $18/hour eff. retroactive to 5/1/00
Jill Donnell, Tennis Instructor $10/hour eff. retroactive to 5/1/00
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the
Board minutes from the meeting of February 16, 2000 as
amended.
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 approve the
Board minutes from the meeting of March 1, 2000 as
amended.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Ned Ryan, Edgewood Avenue, asked the status of air conditioner units being considered
structures, and suggested the noise part of the ordinance be separated from the issue of
structure zoning in the law.
The Supervisor replied it had become an issue because the attorney, Bill Maker, had made a
presentation on behalf of his client convincing the Zoning Board it was indeed a structure.
We are in the process of considering a law to deal with noise as a separate issue. There then
ensued a discussion on the zoning law and the noise law.
REPORTS OF COUNCIL
Councilwoman Wittner made the following statement:
I was shocked to see on a repeat LMCTV broadcast of a Village of Mamaroneck
Board meeting, Deputy Supervisor Paul Winick appear before the Village of
Mamaroneck Board first to lecture them on their procedure regarding the sports
facility at Harbor Island, and then to state that he is the attorney for one of the
parties in the tennis bubble dispute.
He then proceeded to threaten the Mayor and Trustees with litigation, which I
think is inappropriate behavior on the part of the Town of Mamaroneck's Deputy
Supervisor.
Despite Trustee Mc Carthy's statement that she doesn't care about the Town of
Mamaroneck or the Village of Larchmont and their residents we do care about the
Village of Mamaroneck. We have worked well together in the past, continue to
work together and it is critical that our efforts at intermunicipal cooperation
continue.
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For a person who would lead the Town Board and government, should anything
happen to the Supervisor, to appear before an arm of Town government and the
electorate of the Town and threaten litigation shows poor judgment to say the
least.
Mr. Winick should send a letter to Mayor Chapin and the Trustees clarifying that
he is in no way representing the view of the Town Board. I would also ask that
Town law Chapter 17, Ethics, be amended to include the Deputy Supervisor.
Because this position was always filled by a member of the Town Board in the
past, it was not necessary to specify the Deputy Supervisor as a Sensitive
Position since the Supervisor and Town Board are mentioned. However, I believe
that Mr. Winick should be held to the same standards as all of us sitting here.
For example, under Conflicts of interest, the Ethics law states "No employee
(which includes officers and volunteers whether paid or unpaid) shall engage in
any transaction as a representative or agent with any business entity in which
she/he has a direct or indirect interest, financial or otherwise, if such transaction
will conflict or would reasonably appear to conflict with proper and impartial
discharge of his/her public duties". I therefore propose that the Ethics law be
amended and that we set a public hearing for that purpose.
Councilwoman Myers said she supported Councilwoman Wittner in wanting to set a public
hearing and include the Deputy Supervisor in the Code of Ethics as a sensitive position. She
too had received inquiries questioning what was going on.
Supervisor O'Keeffe said you are not saying or accusing him of unethical behavior. He was
appearing in a separate municipality as an attorney not as Deputy Supervisor. She then
asked the Town Attorney to look at the law and report to them what the status is. But there is
nothing wrong, he is not a member of the Town Board and does not act unless the
Supervisor is unable to act.
Councilman Odierna reported he had attended a Recreation meeting where Sara Sheldan did
a report and had made suggestions on doing more family related activities. The pool would
be closed June and maybe July for renovations.
Councilwoman Myers reported there had been three busloads of people from our area
attending the Million Man March and she had received thanks for the Board for the resolution
they adopted supporting this effort.
Councilwoman Seligson had attended the Planning Board meeting last Wednesday, they
agreed with the demapping of Ward Avenue and there had been a discussion about
Fenbrook and the major problem of flooding.
ADJOURNMENT
The Supervisor said that the next scheduled meetings would be June 7 and June 21.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the meeting was
adjourned at 10:50 PM into a Work Session to discuss zoning .
Submitted by
Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk
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