HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003_05_28 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 28, 2003 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
William Maker, Jr., Town Attorney
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor O'Keeffe at 8:30
PM, who then pointed out the location of exits.
Public Hearings - Parking Prohibition - Huguenot Drive
-Alternate Members - Planning & Zoning Board
Parking Prohibition - Huguenot Drive
The following public hearing notice was placed 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 28, 2003, at 815 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 a local law entitled "No Parking on Certain Portions of Huguenot Drive"
law.
The purpose of the law is to prohibit parking on the portion of Huguenot Drive lying between
its intersection with Barnard Road and North Chatsworth Avenue on weekdays (other than
holidays) between the hours of 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
The Attorney explained this proposed amendment was to limit parking on Huguenot Drive to
help alleviate the problem of commuters parking there.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers the public hearing
was declared open.
The Supervisor asked if anyone wished to speak on the proposed amendment.
Adam Harris, 4 Huguenot Drive, said he and his wife Susan had been the original petitioners
for this change and were here tonight in support of the law.
Councilwoman Myers said she lives near Huguenot Drive and travels through that street all
the time. Where the cars are parking is dangerous, but she has counted the cars and knows
there are approximately 14 of them, seven of which are residents of the street, her concern
therefore is the residents be aware that they may be ticketed also.
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Councilman Odierna said his inclination is to have less laws, especially since there are now
parking permits available for commuters.
Councilwoman Myers said New Rochelle has available parking spaces too, their permits are
$750 a year.
Supervisor O'Keeffe added the parking in New Rochelle is available to non-residents, while
the Town's lot is reserved for our residents only. Adding restricted parking on certain streets
the commuters then just move to a different street.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the hearing was
declared closed.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby declares itself to be lead
agency with respect to the proposed action.
BE IT FURTHER
Resolved, that the Town Board finds that the adoption of the
proposed local law will constitute a Unlisted Action with No Impact
under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act
(SEQRA); and
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner the following local
law was adopted:
Local Law No. 13 -2003
This local law shall be known as the "No Parking on Certain Portions of Huguenot
Drive" Law.
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
Section 1 - Purpose:
The purpose of this local law is to regulate parking on the portion of Huguenot Drive
lying between its intersections with Barnard Road and North Chatsworth Avenue.
Section 2 - No Parking:
Except on holidays, no vehicles shall be parked on either side of that section of
Huguenot Drive that lies between its intersection with North Chatsworth Avenue and
its intersection with Barnard Road between 8:00 AM and 10 AM (prevailing time) on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of each week.
Section 3 - Signs to be Erected:
An appropriate sign or signs shall be erected on both sides of Huguenot Drive.
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 this Local Law, which may be implemented
without the invalid or unconstitutional provisions.
Section 5 - Effective Date:
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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
Alternate Members - Planning & Zoning Board
The following public hearing notice was placed 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 28, 2003, 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 a local law entitled" Supersession of Portions of Sections 267 (11) and
271 (15) of the New York Town" law.
The purpose of this local law is to authorize the Town Board to expand the role of the
member positions for the Board of Appeals and the Planning Board. The Town
Law restricts the service of alternate members to circumstances where regular members are
"unable to participate because of a conflict of interest". The Town Board concludes that
limiting the times when an alternate member can serve to situations where a conflict of
interest exists is too restrictive and that an alternate member also should be allowed to act
whenever a regular member is absent. Consequently, the Town Board hereby exercises the
authority given to it by New York Municipal Home Rule Law Section 10 [1] [ii] [d] [3] to
supersede the portions of Sections 267 (11) and 271 (15) of the New York Town Law set forth
below so that the alternate members of the Town of Mamaroneck Board of Appeals and
Planning Board can participate in a matter not only when a regular member has a conflict of
interest but also when a regular member is absent.
The Attorney explained he had prepared this law at the behest of the Town Board who
wanted to expand the scope of responsibilities of the alternate members to the Planning
Board and to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The proposed amendment would allow the
alternate member to act also in the event of absence of the regular member, in addition to
when a regular member is in conflict with a application.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the hearing was
declared open.
The Supervisor asked if anyone wished to speak for or against the proposed amendment.
There being no response, she asked if the Board members wished to speak.
Councilwoman Wittner asked if she was correct in assuming the alternate would be attending
all the meetings in the event they are needed.
Councilwoman Seligson said the regular and alternate member could be updated by the
minutes and by being filled in by other members. Having an alternate will be helpful when
someone is sick for a lengthy period of time.
Councilman Odierna said there is a potential issue for conflict but when the regular member
is back, they should sit and vote.
Councilwoman Wittner said this would be difficult and she would never serve as an alternate.
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There was a long discussion on how this could work. It was decided to adjourn the Public
Hearing until the June 25th Board meeting.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the hearing was
declared adjourned to the meeting of June 25, 2003.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner O'Keeffe at 9:10 PM on motion of
Commissioner Myers, seconded by Commissioner Wittner.
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 Myers presented fire claims for authorization of payment, thereafter on
Commissioner Myers' 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 as
amended:
AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. $ 49.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. 1,033.90
American Gun & Uniform 573.20
American Gun & Uniform 849.14
American Gun & Uniform 385.22
American Gun & Uniform 79.96
American Gun & Uniform 350.23
AT&T Long Distance 162.01
AT&T Long Distance 118.72
Avaya 60.90
Cleaning Systems Company 99.00
Cleaning Systems Company 221.44
Con Edison 2.03
Con Edison 1,450.26
Coyne Textile 56.62
Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 4,520.08
Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 180.00
Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 3,043.34
Excelsior Garage & Machine Works, Inc. 2,366.90
Giacomo Service Center, Inc. 354.00
IOS Capital 177.69
Jennifer Mirabella 60.00
Nextel 163.96
911 Wear 1,042.83
Sound Shore Fire Chiefs Association 100.00
Town of Mam'k Professional Fire Fighters Assn. 204.36
Verizon 906.39
Verizon Wireless 12.40
Westchester County Association of Fire Chiefs 150.00
Westchester Joint Water Works 72.18
TOTAL: $18,845.76
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
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of
Commissioner Odierna, seconded by Commissioner Seligson, the Commission unanimously
adjourned at 9:10 PM.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Report of Bids - TA-03-03 - Construction/Replacement of Sidewalks
Mr. Altieri explained the bids were opened for the reconstruction of sidewalks and curbs for
sidewalks located on Campbell &Villa Lane, and Villa Road. The lowest bid received was
from Acocella Contracting. They won the bid in 2002 for sidewalk reconstruction and the
Town was happy with their job performance. The original estimate for this contract was
$85,000 to $100,000, but the low bid is slightly over the original estimate for work on the
sidewalks.
Name of Bidder Address Total
Acocella Contracting 68 Gaylor Rd., Scarsdale, NY $107,077.50
Ruciano Construction 2243 Hollers Ave., Bronx, NY 109,581.50
Vernon Hills Contracting 395 N. MacQusten Pkwy, Mt. Vernon, NY 122,087.50
Barreto Construction 169 Highland St., Port Chester, NY 122,500.00
J. Landi, Inc 249 Main St., Eastchester, NY 125,055.00
N. Picco & Sons 154 E. Boston Post Rd., Mamaroneck, NY 203,325.00
The Attorney said the Board should pass a resolution declaring itself lead agency and
designate the type of action for this matter.
Brian Lobl, 87 Edgewood, disagreed with what is going on with the sidewalks, and with the
designation as this sidewalk has potential adverse effects-should be answered yes on the
environmental assessment form as traffic and safety will cause additional danger.
A resident at 85 Edgewood Avenue said the street will become more of a hazard with
sidewalks; if you have a child crossing there, it will be dangerous.
A resident living at 9 Edgewood, questioned how did this end up happening, at the last
meeting where this was discussed issues were discussed about safety and another proposed
solution of placing a stop sign facing Murray Avenue, it would be less expensive and less
drastic a measure.
Supervisor O'Keeffe answered that the many people were heard from who thought they
should not have to walk in the street. We included this in the budget because we agreed.
Councilwoman Wittner stated that the assessment form is correct as it will not have any
negative impact on traffic. Councilwoman Seligson added she concurred and disagreed with
Mr. Lobl.
Councilman Odierna, answering a question regarding when and where this was approved,
said most matters like these are made at budget work sessions and at public hearings.
Following further discussion: on motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by
Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, the Town Board declares itself to be lead agency
in this matter; and
BE IT FURTHER
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RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
does hereby find this action to be unlisted with no impact.
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 Councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the
Contract TA-03-03 for the construction and replacement of
sidewalks be awarded to Acocella Contracting, the lowest
responsible bidder, to replace sidewalks at a total cost to the
Town of$107,077.50; 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
2. Tree Permit - 18 Salem Drive
The Supervisor explained this item was being continued from the last Town Board meeting.
The Board is considering the appeal of the decision of the Tree Commission for the removal
of trees at 18 Salem Drive. The Tree Commission recommended the removal of eight (8)
trees after reviewing the application which requested the removal of 18 trees. The Board
requested at the last Town Board meeting on May 7, additional information from the
applicants regarding the condition of the trees from their arborist. In addition the Town hired
an independent arborist, Peter Woodcock. The two arborists met and submitted a report on
the condition of the trees.
Applicant's Arborist:
EVERGREEN ARBORISTS, INC.
327 NORTHROP AVENUE MAMARONECK, NEW YORK 105431
(914) 698-0707 FAX(914) 698-3566
May 13, 2003
ESTIMATE
After site inspection the following is a description of work Evergreen Arborists, Inc.
recommends and an estimate of the cost.
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To whom it may concern:
Reference: Condition of various trees that are located at 18 Salem Drive, Scarsdale, N.Y.
1. Tag#3-Elm tree with partially dead crown
2. Tag#4- Oak tree with an extensive lean. This will put extensive load stress on one part of
the root system.
3. Tag#2-Extensive decay in the lower trunk area. The trees mentioned in items#1 thru #3
have their canopies intertwined with one another and will never mature as specimen trees.
4. Tag#9- 70'Hickory tree with a 12"DBH. This tree is a forest specimen and has put all its
energy into height and not to trunk girt h. This tree is now a liability in high winds.
5. Tag#14- Oak tree with noticeable lean. This tree will also have an extensive load on the
backside of the root system. The larger the tree becomes the more dangerous it will become.
6. Tag#17- This Oak tree has a drastic lean also and would be covered by the explanation
given in item #5.
The trees that I have described were at one time forest specimens. As forest specimens they
would have presented no problem to person or property. The fact that the house and play area
have now become possible targets for these trees it definitely changes the way that we view
them. For these reasons I recommend that the mentioned trees be removed.
In all fairness to the Brabant family, they have gone to great expense to save the larger healthy
trees that are on their property.
Town's Arborist:
Tuesday, May 27, 2003 8:27 AM
Trees 18 Salem Drive
Ron:
As per your request I met on Saturday morning with Mr. & Mrs. Brabant and their consulting
arborist from Evergreen Arborist to go over lie site inspection report and to inspect the trees in
question.
The site Inspection report lists the trees by tag number and for clarity that is how my response
will follow.
1) Tag#3 Elm has a partially dead crown and is dying back and should be removed.
2) Tag#4 Oak tree with excessive lean and cavity with decay at the base should be removed.
3) Tag#2 Oak tree with a cavity in the trunk area that Is extensive and the decay is spreading
up and down in the mainstem and should be removed. In addition, the trees tagged 2, 3 &4 are
all in a very tight grouping, are close to the
rear line of the new house and undoubtedly would have the root systems damaged during
construction.
4) Tag#9 Hickory tree that is open growing and has no visible defects, disease or decay
should remain
5) Tag#17 Oak tree on top of the slope in the rear yard has a severe lean over the neighbors
property and should be removed. The Brabants have added a row of 12-5 tall spruce and
arborvitae along the property line for screening, removal of the Oak will have little or no Impact
on the properly.
In addition to the trees indicated in the original site inspection two more were added for me to
look at on Saturday morning. A tree marked with tag# 10 is an 18" Oak with crown and branch
dieback and a twisted trunk. The second tree is an 18"Black Birch, which is dead, located
adjacent to the rock outcropping on the edge of their property. Permission should be given to
remove these two trees.
It you have any questions please give me a call a 827-9342.
Sincerely yours,
Peter J. Woodcock
Urban Forester
Elizabeth Paul, the Town's Environmental Coordinator, said the two arborist reports agree on
all the trees marked in blue on the map, but disagree on tree 10 and 9. Ron Carpaneto,
Director of Buildings, pointed out on the map those trees to stay and be removed.
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They all then discussed the various conditions of the trees and decided 2, 3, 4, 10 and 18
would be removed. 9, 14, and 17, would be kept.
Following a long discussion, an agreement was reached.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
Tree Commission to make the appropriate changes to the
permit to allow the removal of trees tagged with the following
numbers: 2, 3, 4, 10, and 18.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
3. Appointments - Boards and Commissions
The Attorney explained the law had been changed to have a consistent expiration period and
these resolutions are to reappoint members to their new terms.
Beautification Committee
(7 members, currently 1 vacancy)
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the appointments of Patricia A. O'Donnell as
the Chairperson of the Beautification Committee and of Mary
McGee, Peggy Perrin, Dottie Hartman, Valerie Puglisi and
Laura M. Sprengelmeyer as members of that Committee are
revoked effective immediately; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Dottie Hartman is appointed to the position
of Member A of the Beautification Committee; Mary McGee is
appointed to the position of Member B of the Beautification
Committee; Patricia A. O'Donnell is appointed to the position
of Member C of the Beautification Committee; Peggy Perrin is
appointed to the position of Member D of the Beautification
Committee; Valerie Puglisi is appointed to the position of
Member E of the Beautification Committee; and Laura M.
Sprengelmyer is appointed to the position of Member F of the
Beautification Committee; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be
effective immediately upon the appointee taking and
subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York
Town Law; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter 5 of the Code of
the Town of Mamaroneck the term of office of:
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Member A of the Beautification Committee shall expire on December 31, 2003;
Member B of the Beautification Committee shall expire on December 31, 2003;
Member C of the Beautification Committee shall expire on December 31, 2004;
Member D of the Beautification Committee shall expire on December 31, 2004;
Member E of the Beautification Committee shall expire on December 31, 2005;
Member F of the Beautification Committee shall expire on December 31, 2005;
and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Patricia A. O'Donnell, shall serve as the
Chairperson of the Beautification Committee for the year
2003.
Board of Architectural Review
(5 members, 1 alternate)
On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the appointments of E. Robert Wassman as
the Chairperson of the Board of Architectural Review and of
Pamela T. Washington, Robert M. Immerman, Anthony
Spagnola and Sue Ellen Commender as members of that
Board and of Ronni Wadler as the alternate member of that
Board are revoked effective immediately; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Sue Ellen Commender is appointed to the
position of Member A of the Board of Architectural Review;
Robert M. Immerman is appointed to the position of Member
B of the Board of Architectural Review; Anthony Spagnola is
appointed to the position of Member C of the Board of
Architectural Review; Pamela T. Washington is appointed to
the position of Member D of the Board of Architectural
Review; E. Robert Wassman is appointed to the position of
Member E of the Board of Architectural Review; and Ronnie
Wadler is appointed to the position of Alternate Member of
the Board of Architectural Review; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be
effective immediately upon the appointee taking and
subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York
Town Law; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter 5 of the Code of
the Town of Mamaroneck the term of office of:
Member A of the Board of Architectural Review shall expire on December 31, 2003;
Member B of the Board of Architectural Review shall expire on December 31, 2003;
Member C of the Board of Architectural Review shall expire on December 31, 2004;
Member D of the Board of Architectural Review shall expire on December 31, 2004;
Member E of the Board of Architectural Review shall expire on December 31, 2005;
Alternate Member of the Board of Architectural Review shall expire on December 31,
2005; and
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BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that E. Robert Wassman, shall serve as the
Chairperson of the Board of Architectural Review for the year
2003.
Board of Assessment Review
(3 members)
On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the appointments of Helen Jennings, Jaine
Elkind Eney and Janet DeMasi as members of the Board of
Assessment Review are revoked effective immediately; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Janet DeMasi is appointed to the position of
Member A of the Board of Assessment Review; Jane Elkind
Eney is appointed to the position of Member B of the Board of
Assessment Review; Helen Jennings is appointed to the
position of Member C of the Board of Assessment Review;
and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be
effective immediately upon the appointee taking and
subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York
Town Law; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter 5 of the Code of
the Town of Mamaroneck the term of office of:
Member A of the Board of Assessment Review shall expire on September 30, 2003;
Member B of the Board of Assessment Review shall expire on September 30, 2004;
Member C of the Board of Assessment Review shall expire on September 30, 2005.
Board of Ethics
(5 members)
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that the appointments of Martin W. Ronan as the
Chairperson of the Board of Ethics and of Carol Scharff,
Anna Reisman, Edward H. Kaufman, MD and Robert Degen as
members of that Board are revoked effective immediately;
and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Robert Degen is appointed to the position of
Member A of the Board of Ethics; Edward H. Kaufman, M.D.
is appointed to the position of Member B of the Board of
Ethics; Ann Reisman is appointed to the position of Member
C of the Board of Ethics; Martin W. Ronan is appointed to the
position of Member D of the Board of Ethics; Carol Scharff is
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appointed to the position of Member E of the Board of Ethics;
and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be
effective immediately upon the appointee taking and
subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York
Town Law; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter 5 of the Code of
the Town of Mamaroneck the term of office of:
Member A of the Board of Ethics shall expire on December 31, 2003;
Member B of the Board of Ethics shall expire on December 31, 2003;
Member C of the Board of Ethics shall expire on December 31, 2004;
Member D of the Board of Ethics shall expire on December 31, 2004;
Member E of the Board of Ethics shall expire on December 31, 2005;
and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Martin W. Ronan, shall serve as the
Chairperson of the Board of Ethics for the year 2003.
Historic Records Committee
(4 members)
On the motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the appointments of Beatrice Dinger,
Frederick U. Baron and Donald March as members of the
Historic Records Committee are revoked effective
immediately; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Frederick U. Baron is appointed to the
position of Citizen Member A of the Historic Records
Committee; Beatrice Dinger is appointed to the position of
Citizen Member B of the Historic Records Committee; and
Donald March is appointed to the position of Citizen Member
C of the Historic Records Committee; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the membership of Patricia A. DiCioccio on
the Historic Records Committee hereby is continued for as
long as she is the Town Clerk of the Town of Mamaroneck;
and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be
effective immediately upon the appointee taking and
subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York
Town Law; and
BE IT FURTHER
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RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter 5 of the Code of
the Town of Mamaroneck the term of office of:
Citizen Member A of the Historic Records Committee shall expire on December 31,
2003;
Citizen Member B of the Historic Records Committee shall expire on December 31,
2004;
Citizen Member C of the Historic Records Committee shall expire on December 31,
2005; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk of the Town of Mamaroneck,
Patricia A. DiCioccio, shall serve as the Chairperson of the
Historic Records Committee for as long as she is the Town
Clerk of the Town of Mamaroneck.
Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority
(5 members)
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the appointments of Paul Winick, Susan
Sidel, Richard M. Cherry, Mary Regina Carlson and Salvatore
J. Iacono as members of the Town of Mamaroneck Housing
Authority are revoked effective immediately; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Mary Regina Carlson is appointed to the
position of Member A of the Town of Mamaroneck Housing
Authority; Richard M. Cherry is appointed to the position of
Member B of the Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority;
Salvatore J. Iacono is appointed to the position of Member C
of the Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority; Susan Sidel
is appointed to the position of Member D of the Town of
Mamaroneck Housing Authority; Paul Winick is appointed to
the position of Member E of the Town of Mamaroneck
Housing Authority; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be
effective immediately upon the appointee taking and
subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York
Town Law; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter 5 of the Code of
the Town of Mamaroneck the term of office of:
Member A of the Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority shall expire on December 31,
2003;
Member B of the Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority shall expire on December 31,
2004;
Member C of the Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority shall expire on December 31,
2005;
Member D of the Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority shall expire on December 31,
2006;
Member E of the Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority shall expire on December 31,
2007.
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Traffic Committee (7 members)
On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the appointments of David Lobl as the
Chairperson of the Traffic Committee and of Ronald Meister,
Camille Odierna, Roslind Weinstein, Richard Mari, Nancy
Angiulo and Donald Derrico as members of that Committee
are revoked effective immediately; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Nancy Angiulo is appointed to the position
of Member A of the Traffic Committee; Donald Derrico is
appointed to the position of Member B of the Traffic
Committee; David Lobl is appointed to the position of Member
C of the Traffic Committee; Richard Mari is appointed to the
position of Member D of the Traffic Committee; Ronald
Meister is appointed to the position of Member E of the Traffic
Committee; and Camille Odierna is appointed to the position
of Member F of the Traffic Committee; and Roslind Weinstein
is appointed to the position of Member G of the Traffic
Committee; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be
effective immediately upon the appointee taking and
subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York
Town Law; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter 5 of the Code of
the Town of Mamaroneck the term of office of:
Member A of the Traffic Committee shall expire on December 31, 2003;
Member B of the Traffic Committee shall expire on December 31, 2003;
Member C of the Traffic Committee shall expire on December 31, 2004;
Member D of the Traffic Committee shall expire on December 31, 2004;
Member E of the Traffic Committee shall expire on December 31, 2005;
Member F of the Traffic Committee shall expire on December 31, 2005;
Member G of the Traffic Committee shall expire on December 31, 2005;
and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that David Lobl, shall serve as the Chairperson
of the Traffic Committee for the year 2003.
Tree Preservation Commission
(5 members)
On motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the appointments of Nancy Sternbenz and
Irma Volk as members of the Tree Preservation Commission
are revoked effective immediately; and
BE IT FURTHER
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RESOLVED, that Nancy Sternbenz is appointed to the
position of Citizen Member A of the Tree Commission; Irma
Volk is appointed to the position of Citizen Member B of the
Tree Commission; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the membership of Marco Gennarelli (or
such person as he may designate to act in his place), on the
Tree Preservation Commission hereby is continued for as
long as he is the Superintendent of Highways of the Town of
Mamaroneck; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the membership of Elizabeth Paul on the
Tree Preservation Commission hereby is continued for as
long as she is Environmental Coordinator of the Town of
Mamaroneck; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the membership of Ronald A. Carpaneto on
the Tree Preservation Commission hereby is continued for as
long as he is the Director of Building Code Enforcement and
Land Use Administration of the Town of Mamaroneck; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be
effective immediately upon the appointee taking and
subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York
Town Law; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter 5 of the Code of
the Town of Mamaroneck the term of office of:
Member A of the Tree Commission shall expire on December 31, 2003;
Member B of the Tree Commission shall expire on December 31, 2004; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Ronald A. Carpaneto shall serve as the
Chairperson of the Tree Commission for the year 2003.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
4. Reappointment - Library Board
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby reappoint
Christina Battalia as the Town representative to the
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Larchmont Library Board, to serve a term of office of five
years, effective immediately, expiring May 2008.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
5. Authorization -Appraisal -2137 Boston Post Road
Mr. Altieri explained that a tax appeal has been filed by Sorbco Realty, for property located at
2137 Boston Post Road, asking for a 50% reduction in their assessment. As a result, its
being recommended that a summary appraisal be performed to determine the market
appraisal of the property. I am therefore requesting the approval to hire the services of Brian
Kenney Appraisals to do the appraisal at a cost not to exceed $3,500.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the
agreement between the Town and Brian Kenney Appraisals to
complete an appraisal of 2137 Boston Post Road at a total
cost of$3,500; 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. Authorization - License Agreement - Sheldrake Environmental Center
Mr. Altieri explained the property at the Sheldrake Environmental Center(a.k.a. Monroe
School) has since our purchase, been maintained by a Town employee in exchange for an
apartment on the second floor. The facility is now vacant since Terry Clarke left. A
committee was formed to interview applicants, those serving were Kathy Kopa, Director of
Community Services, Jill Fisher, Superintendent of Recreation; Ron Carpaneto, Director of
Buildings, and Mary Stanton, Assistant to the Town Administrator. They all met with Terry
Clarke to outline the duties involved, and circumstances necessary for the job. Terry
convinced the committee that this is not a one-person assignment. The ideal candidate
would be one with a spouse or live-in significant other available to step in when he or she
was not immediately available. The ideal candidate should also have a network of people to
call on in cases of emergency or vacation coverage. Terry chose not to be on the committee
because he knew many potential applicants and did not want to put himself in a difficult
position..
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
agreement between the Town and Michael Orchanian as
custodian/caretaker of the Sheldrake Environmental Center;
and
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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
7. Authorization - Retainer Agreement - Brian Cave
Mr. Altieri explained this agreement would provide for the legal services of this firm to the
Zoning Board of Appeals and the Planning board .
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
retainer agreement between the Town and Brian Cave, LLP
to provide legal services to the Town's Planning and Zoning
Board of Appeals for the period of January 1, 2003 through
December 31, 2003 at an annual retainer fee of$46,000 and
effective January 1, 2004 the annual retainer shall increase to
$50,000; 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
8. Authorization - Engineering Services - Hommocks Ice Rink
Mr. Altieri reported that proposals for engineering services at the Ice Rink eating area had
been requested. The proposal is to build an elevated eating area. An engineer for this
project would be asked to create a design concept. We have had replies from several
companies with recreational planning & design expertise, they are Ward Associates and
Grigg and Davis Engineers. Grigg and Davis have proposed a fee of$3,250 for the design
and construction document phases of the project with an additional fee of$780 to be
charged for three visits to the site during construction all additional visits would be charged
at an hourly rate of$130.00. Ward Associates proposes to prepare the design and
construction documents for a fee of$5,000. Construction administration fees would be
$2,000 and does not include a limited number of visits. He said even though Ward
Associates fee is higher, the firm appeared to be better suited for the project.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
agreement between the Town and Ward Associates to
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provide architectural services for the design of the ice rink
concession area improvements for a total cost of$7,000; 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
9. Authorization - Credit Union Agreement
Mr. Altieri explained that authorization is requested to enter into an agreement with the US
Alliance Federal Credit Union, located at 600 Midland Avenue, Rye, New York, to provide
credit union services and benefits to the Town staff.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
agreement between the Town and US Alliance Federal Credit
Union to provide credit union services and benefits to Town
employees; 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
AMBULANCE DISTRICT
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
payment of a per-diem salary of$18.50 per hour to William J.
Rothchild for his services as a Paramedic, effective May 23,
2003.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
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RECREATION -APPOINTMENT OF ASSISTANT RECREATION SUPERINTENDENT
The Administrator said, the person being appointed, Maria Gallagher has served as
Supervisor of Recreation for the Town of Yorktown since 1997 and has assumed the
responsibilities of acting Superintendent of Parks and Recreation there for the past year.
She is a graduate of the State University College at Cortland and the College of New
Rochelle, and has ten years experience teaching physical education at the elementary school
level.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
appointment of Maria Gallagher to the position of Assistant
Recreation Superintendent at an annual salary of$56,585,
effective June 1, 2003; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that Maria will receive an annual car allowance
of$3,315, bringing her total compensation package to
$60,000.
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 Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 2003 Town Budget the
Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to
the following:
Evan Brown, Instructor, Tennis Program, $12/hr, retroactive to 5/5/03.
Miguel Ipince, Instructor, Tennis Program, $13/hr, retroactive to 5/5/03.
Lee Jagoda, Head Instructor/Instructor, Tennis Program, $23/hr; $16/hr; $12/hr,
retroactive to 515103.
John Brian McCormack, Instructor, Tennis Program, $20/hr, retroactive to 5/5/03.
Andreas Riss, Instructor, Tennis Program, $19/hr, retroactive to 5/15/03.
Edward Ladin, Manager, Hommocks Pool, $16/hr, effective retroactive to 5/13/03.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
11. Set Public Hearing -Annual Board/Commissions Legislation
The proposed local law would add the Board of Appeals, the Planning Board and the
Recreation Commission to the boards, commissions, authorities and committees already
contained in Chapter 5 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck
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On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby set the date
for public hearing for the proposed local law amending
Chapter 5 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck for June
25, 2003 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
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the
Board minutes from the meetings of March 5 and 19, 2003 as
amended.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Myers - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O'Keeffe - Aye
SUPERVISOR REPORTS
Supervisor O'Keeffe said the annual Memorial Day Parade would be held beginning on Myrtle
Boulevard, a 6:00 PM on May 22"d
ADJOURNMENT
The Supervisor said that the next scheduled meetings would be June 11 and June 25, 2003.
On motion of made and duly seconded the meeting was adjourned.
Submitted by
Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk
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