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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004_09_22 Town Board Minutes September 22, 2004 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2004 AT 8:15 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE TOWN, 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 8:15 PM. She then pointed out the location of exits. The Board started in Work Session at 5:00 PM. Police Chief Rivera and Ron Carpaneto, Building Inspector, were both in attendance to give input on Code Enforcement. The Board questioned them both on the best way to compel compliance especially with the Town's leaf blower law and residents leaving garbage out too soon. The Board then discussed the Ethics Law and provisions within it which make it difficult to recruit and keep volunteers. One provision which might need revising is the requirement that specifies someone on our committees is restricted from practicing in the Town while on the board or committee and for two years thereafter. It was decided to have the attorney revise that section and present it to the Board at a later meeting. The Supervisor said she had received a communication regarding purchasing wind power in a token amount to support a state-wide program. The Town would have to sign on before October 4t" and the Town would receive an award for doing so. There was also a discussion on the state budget always being late. Supervisor O'Keeffe said she had attended a meeting about it where it was proposed to change things to help make it less crazy. One change proposed was to redefine the fiscal year. They decided to hold over the discussion on conservation area encroachment. The Board then discussed putting up signs regarding pooper scooper laws. Councilwoman Seligson said there are mesh cans which can be used for disposal, which are helpful, along with a sign and they tend to dissuade people putting in other types of trash. They said one would be put along the brook, one by Landsdown, and one by Ferndale. PUBLIC HEARING - No Left Turn — Bryson Street The following 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, September 22, 2004, 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 a Local Law to be known as "No Left Turn from Bryson Street" Law 1 September 22, 2004 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. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, the hearing was opened. Mr. Altieri said he attended the Traffic Meeting and found out no one on Bryson was notified of the public hearing being held tonight. On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the hearing was unanimously adjourned to the next meeting to enable notification to residents of Bryson Street. PUBLIC HEARING - Quality of Life Law The following 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, September 22, 2004, 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 a Local Law to be known as "Enforcement of the `Quality of Life' Laws of the Town of Mamaroneck" Law. 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. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that at said Public Hearing all persons interested will be given an opportunity to be heard and that all persons are invited to submit written comments prior thereto. Supervisor O'Keeffe explained this proposed law authorizes and expands the power of certain staff members to issue summonses. She then asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of or against the proposed law. There were no public comments. Councilman Odierna said he constantly receives complaints about the lack of enforcement. It appears the same people are doing the offenses and maybe with added personnel it may help to enforce laws. He apologized for offending some of the police personnel at the last meeting; it was not his intent and not what he meant to do. Councilwoman Wittner said she did not think the staff has been adequately trained to deal with irate residents nor did she agree with the time which will have to be spent in court by the staff and was, therefore, not in favor of this proposal. Councilwoman Seligson said she was in favor of it. Quality of life is important to our residents. There has been a lot of discussion on leaf blowers and organic waste and we are asking our staff in the course of their duties to issue summonses when they encounter infractions — as an adjunct to what they do. Councilwoman Myers said she was not in favor as there were people in place already to issue these summons. Adding this job to current staff takes time away from what they do presently. The problem will improve just by adding another Part Time Code Enforcement Officer and rely also on Police. Supervisor O'Keeffe said she was in favor of the concept of having extra eyes out issuing summons, which will alleviate problems with keeping our community 2 September 22, 2004 attractive. Giving out one or two summonses will help people catch on to the problem, help with the quality of life issue, and adding an additional Code Enforcement Officer should also help. Then on motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the public hearing was unanimously closed. On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was Resolved, that the Town Board finds that the adoption of the proposed local law regarding Design Requirements in the Site Plan Law is hereby declared to be a Type II action, which will constitute an Unlisted Action with No Impact under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA). The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Myers - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the following local law was adopted: Local Law No. 12-2004 This local law shall be known as the "Enforcement of the 'Quality of Life' laws of the Town of Mamaroneck Law. BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck Section 1 - Purpose: The Town of Mamaroneck has adopted numerous statutes designed to maintain the high quality of life that the citizens of the Town have always enjoyed. To maintain such standards requires vigilance and the vigorous enforcement of these laws. The purpose of this local law is to grant certain employees of the Town the power to issue notices of violations and summonses for violations of the "Quality of Life" laws of the Town of Mamaroneck. Section 2 -Adoption of a new chapter of the Mamaroneck Code: The Code of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby is amended by adding thereto a new chapter to be known as "Chapter 34 - Quality of Life Laws - Enforcement" which reads as follows: Chapter 34 "Quality of Life" Laws - Enforcement § 34-1. Purpose. § 34-2. Definitions. § 34-3. Enforcement. 3 September 22, 2004 § 34-4. Form and Content. § 34-1 Purpose The Town of Mamaroneck has adopted numerous statutes designed to maintain the high quality of life that the citizens of the Town have always enjoyed. To maintain such standards requires vigilance and vigorous enforcement of these laws. The purpose of this local law is to grant certain employees of the Town the power to issue notices of violations and summonses for violations of the "Quality of Life" laws of the Town of Mamaroneck. § 34-2. Definitions As used in this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated: ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS --- The persons serving in any of the following positions in the Town of Mamaroneck: an Assistant Building Inspector, a Code Enforcement Officer, the Director of Buildings and Land Use Administration, the Environmental Coordinator, a police officer, Senior Engineer(Civil), the Superintendent of Highways and the Deputy Superintendent of Highways (if such a position is created). "QUALITY OF LIFE" LAWS - The following chapters and sections of the Code: Chapter 58 ANIMALS Chapter 77 CONSERVATION AREAS Chapter 95 EROSION AND SEDIMENT Chapter 117 GARAGE SALES Chapter 141 NOISE Chapter 148 PARKS AND FIELDS Chapter 161 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Chapter 175 SIGNS Chapter 183 SOLID WASTE Chapter 207 TREES Chapter 231 WATER Chapter 233 WATERFOWL Section 106-56 Duration and Hours for Mechanical Rock Removal Section 187-13 Prompt Removal of Snow and Ice § 34-3. Enforcement A. An Enforcement Officer is empowered to issue summonses to be adjudicated by the Justice Court of the Town of Mamaroneck for a violation of any of the "Quality of Life" laws. B. The Enforcement Officer shall be required to give written notice of the existence of a violation of a "Quality of Life" law prior to issuing a summons in situations where such notice is required. C. Notwithstanding the provisions of§34-313 or any other notice requirement of any law, ordinance, rule or regulation of the Code, if, in the opinion of the Enforcement Officer, a violation exists which creates an imminent threat to the life or health of any individual or where construction, renovation, repairs or other work is being performed without a license or permit and, under the laws or ordinances of the Town of Mamaroneck, a license or 4 September 22, 2004 permit is required prior to the commencement of such work, a summons may be issued immediately. § 34-4. Form and Content The form of summons issued pursuant to this chapter shall be governed by the New York Criminal Procedure Law and the New York Uniform Justice Court Act and shall be subject to approval by the Town Board. The content of such summons and the method of prosecution thereunder shall be subject to the aforementioned Criminal Procedure Law and Uniform Justice Court Act as well as any other applicable law, rule or ordinance. Section 3 -Amendment to existing sections of the Mamaroneck Code: A. Section 148-1 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby is amended by deleting the following words therefrom: "ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ---- The persons serving in any of the following positions in the Town of Mamaroneck: an Assistant Building Inspector, a Code Enforcement Officer, the Director of Buildings and Land Use Administration, the Environmental Coordinator, a police officer, the Superintendent of Highways, the Superintendent of Recreation or the Town Administrator" and substituting the following words in their place: "ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS --- The persons described in section 34-2 of the Code plus the Superintendent of Recreation and the Town Administrator. B. Section 231-2 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby is amended by deleting the following words therefrom. "ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS - The persons serving in the following positions in the Town of Mamaroneck: any police officer, the Director of Building Code Enforcement and Land Use, the Assistant Building Inspector, the Superintendent of Highways, the Deputy to the Superintendent of Highways (if such a position created), the Code Enforcement Officer and the Environmental Coordinator" and substituting the following words in their place: "ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS --- The persons described in section 34-2 of the Code. 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: This Local Law shall become effective upon filing with the Secretary of State. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: 5 September 22, 2004 Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Myers - Nay Wittner - Nay O'Keeffe - Aye BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting was called to order by Commissioner O'Keeffe and on motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the Board of Fire Commissioners was unanimously declared open. 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 motion of Commissioner Odierna, 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. 105.00 AAA Emergency Supply Co. 40.00 Atlantic Westchester 569.28 Battery Zone, Inc. 600.00 Con Edison 147.36 ESS 135.00 Excelsior Garage & Machine Works 147.00 IOS Capital 159.00 J Barish 54.00 Matthew Peloso 1,020.95 Motorola 78.00 Nextel 171.54 Rickert Lock & Safe Co. 163.95 R&L Consulting 22.05 Sound Shore Pest Control 130.00 Tri-City Auto Parts 44.75 Verizon 47.49 Verizon Wireless 13.20 Westchester Elevator 187.00 TOTAL $3.835.57 The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Seligson - Aye 6 September 22, 2004 Odierna - Aye Myers - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye 2. Other Fire Department Business Councilwoman read the fire report for the months of June, July and August 2004 into the record: June 2004 Report ALARM TYPE Number Generals 21 Minors 15 Stills 0 Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 2 EMS 17 Drills 1 Total 56 Total Number of personnel responding: 657 Total Time working: 21 hours and 3 minutes July 2004 Report ALARM TYPE Number Generals 23 Minors 27 Stills 0 Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 1 EMS 26 Drills 1 Total 78 Total Number of personnel responding: 646 Total Time working: 30 hours and 14 minutes August 2004 report ALARM TYPE Number Generals 46 Minors 12 Stills 0 Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 2 EMS 11 Drills 1 Total 78 Total Number of personnel responding 646 Total Time working: 30 hours and 14 minutes Councilwoman Wittner added that 12 volunteers have qualified for the service award. Commissioner Odierna asked the Administrator if public meetings at the fire house were available yet. Mr. Altieri said no, probably by the end of October. There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Commissioner Odierna, seconded by Commissioner Myers, the Commission unanimously adjourned at 8:45 PM. 7 September 22, 2004 AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Authorization — Transfer of Funds — Certiorari The Administrator explained that temporary loans are necessary for the payment of a settlement of Certiorari for Bonnie Briar Country Club. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the loan of$69,494.62 through a transfer of funds by the Comptroller to make certiorari settlements for Bonnie Briar Country Club from each department as follows: Highway Fund $29,068.93 Fire District $24,715.62 Garbage District $15,713.07 Total $69,497.62 The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Myers - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye 1A. Resolution regarding Wind Power The Supervisor explained several communities have decided to buy power from wind generated sources at a greater cost but should offset use of Con Edison power. If we do this, it will enable the Town to win an award. She suggested authorizing up to $2,000 and for Mr. Altieri to sign the agreement subject to advice of counsel. On motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the expenditure of up to $2,000 toward the purchase of wind powered generated energy; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is authorized to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town subject to advice of counsel. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Myers - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye 8 September 22, 2004 2. Set Public Hearing — Section 8 — Public Housing Administrative Plan On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby set the date for public hearing on the Section 8 Public Housing Plan for October 6, 2004; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to publish the notice of said hearing in a newspaper appointed as an official newspaper, and that said notice be posted. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Myers - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye 2. Authorization — Memorandum of Understanding —Westchester County — Garden's Lakes The Administrator outlined in a memo that this proposed agreement is for improvements in the Sheldrake River and the Garden's Lake. The project will include bank stabilization, pond restoration, installation of sediment control structures and dredging to increase pond and lake storage volume. The County will be responsible for the design of the project, bid preparation and construction. The funding will be from a $1,000,000 grant from New York State, a $600,000 subsidy from the County and the rest $488,000 to be funded by the Town and the City of New Rochelle based upon allocation of work in the project, with our portion amounting to $200,000. The Board discussed changes in the paperwork. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Town Administrator, Stephen V. Altieri, to enter into an agreement between the County of Westchester and the Town of Mamaroneck for improvements in the Sheldrake River and the Garden's Lake. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Myers - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye 4. Authorization - Extension of Maintenance Contract 9 September 22, 2004 This contract would provide for grass maintenance at the Hommocks Pool and field. The contract requires the contractor to conduct spring and fall cleanup, with a provision that the grass be mowed a minimum of three times per month. Tony Corvino Landscaping was the low bidder in 2003 at $8,730 with a clause to extend the contract to 2005. On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby extend the contract with Tony Corvino Landscaping for Grass Maintenance at the Hommocks Pool & Fields for the year 2005 at a rate of$8,730; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is 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 5. Authorization — Installation of New Fire Hydrant— Boston Post Road Mr. Altieri said that Westchester Joint Water Works is recommending that as part of the new construction of the Webster Bank and Duane Reade a new fire hydrant be installed in front of the new buildings. The cost for putting it in will be handled by the construction company, but thereafter the yearly hydrant rental fee of$425 will be the responsibility of the Town. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the installation of a new fire hydrant on the Boston Post Road in front of the new Webster Bank and Duane Reade, all costs of installation shall be paid by them; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town will pay the cost of $425 per year to Westchester Joint Water Works for the annual rental of said hydrant. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Myers - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye 6. Report of Bids — Highway Department Roof— TA-04-09 Mr. Altieri recommended rejecting all bids for this project as they all came in substantially over what was budgeted. He suggested the Board re-bid the 10 September 22, 2004 project with revised specifications for only a section of the garage roof which must be replaced. Following discussion, on motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby reject all bids for TA-04-09, Highway Department Roof, as they were all over budget; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the specifications for the Highway Department Roof be revised down to only a portion of the roof then re-bid. 7. Authorization - Housing Inspection Contract— Public Housing Agency In a memo the Administrator explained authorization to enter into a contract with Quality Inspection Services to conduct housing inspections outside of the Town of Mamaroneck as required for the Section 8 Housing Program. The Housing office is short staffed and rather than hire a part time employee, Anna Danoy discovered a company with experience in certifications. The fee for the basic inspection is $40 and will be funded by Section 8 administrative funds. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the Town to enter into an agreement with Quality Inspection Services for them to certify Section 8 housing units at a cost of$40 per unit, said costs to be paid from Section 8 administrative funds; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is authorized to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town. 8. Amended Appointment Resolution — Town Comptroller Supervisor O'Keeffe said the resolution passed at the last meeting appointing the Town Comptroller needs to be amended to coincide his term with that of the Town Supervisor. On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was RESOLVED, that Denis J. Brucciani is hereby appointed Comptroller of the Town of Mamaroneck for a term of commencing September 13, 2004, terminating on December 31, 2005. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Myers - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye ll September 22, 2004 9. Salary Authorization - a. Part Time Code Enforcement Officer b. Part Time Secretary - Town Supervisor's Office c. Recreation Code Enforcement Officer On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Myers, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does authorize the appointment of Joseph Russo to serve as a Part Time Code Enforcement Officer for the Building Department at a salary of$15 per hour. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Myers - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye Part Time Secretary— Town Supervisor's Officer On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was: RESOLVED, that the Town Board does approve the appointment of Jenny Charbonneau to work as a seasonal part timer in the Supervisor's office at the rate of$16 per hour. 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 Seligson, it was RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 2004 Town Budget the Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to the following: Dianne McCray, Skating Instructor, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $16/class Debra Fertig, Skating Instructor, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $16/class Richard Gardner, Cashier, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $13/hr, retroactive to 9/14/04 The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Myers - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye ADDED ITEM 12 September 22, 2004 10. Resolution — Family Day Councilwoman Myers read the following resolution into the minutes: PROCLAMATION FAMILY DAY WHEREAS, the use of illegal drugs and the abuse of alcohol and nicotine constitute the greatest threats to the well-being of America's children; WHEREAS, surveys conducted by The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) at Columbia University have consistently found that the more often children and teenagers eat dinner with their families the less likely they are to smoke, drink and use illegal drugs; WHEREAS, teenagers who virtually never eat dinner with their families are 72 percent more likely than the average teenager to use illegal drugs, alcohol and cigarettes; WHEREAS, teenagers who almost always eat dinner with their families are 31 percent less likely than the average teenager to use illegal drugs, alcohol and cigarettes; WHEREAS, the correlation between family dinners and reduced risk for teen substance abuse are well documented; WHEREAS, parental influence is known to be one of the most crucial factors in determining the likelihood of substance abuse by teenagers; WHEREAS, family dinners have long constituted a substantial pillar of family life in America: NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Valerie Moore O'Keeffe, Supervisor of the Town of Mamaroneck and the Town Board members, hereby proclaim the fourth week of September as FAMILY DAY—A DAY TO EAT DINNER WITH YOUR CHILDREN in the Town of Mamaroneck and urge all citizens to recognize and participate in its observance this year on Monday, September 27, 2004. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — July 7, 2004—Work Session August 2, 2004— Regular Meeting August 13, 2004— Special Meeting July 7, 2004 Work Session On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does approve the minutes of July 7, 2004 Work Session as amended. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Myers - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye 13 September 22, 2004 Seligson - Abstain Councilwoman Seligson was absent from this meeting. August 2, 2004 On motion of Councilwoman Myers, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does approve the minutes of August 2, 2004 Work Session as amended. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Odierna - Aye Myers - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye Seligson - Abstain Wittner - Abstain Councilwomen Wittner and Seligson were both on vacation when this meeting was held. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS George Latimer, County Legislator, said he had been contacted by residents from Hommocks Road and Oak Lane again regarding removing them from the sewer district. They pay taxes for it, yet are not hooked up. To make this change it must first be approved by the Town Board. He asked if the matter could be put on the agenda for a future meeting. He added the Department of Health is not anxious to do this. Mr. Altieri said there is a concern that the Town be made to put in sewers. Mr. Latimer said if the County mandates it, then the County sewer district should have to pay for it. Mr. Altieri replied this would force the evaluation by the County whether to put in sewers — rather than just taking them out of the sewer district. Mr. Latimer stated if the Town Board chooses not to act then it ends there. These groups are rallying to be removed because they do not have sewer hookups. Supervisor O'Keeffe asked Mr. Latimer if he could see about the issue with Saxon Woods regarding making the part in the Town a recreation area for soccer and/or baseball. Mr. Latimer said he would lobby for it but that he does not have the ultimate power to give it. He would look for it in the budget. Betty Miller, Larchmont Civics Association, stated that she is delighted to see some things happening with Garden Lake. She had a few other concerns. Cooper Lane is a heavily trafficked road with parking problems. People are parking on the curve forcing others to go into the adjoining lane. People seem to be ignoring the no parking signs. They need to be enforced. There also is a pot hole at the bottom of Cooper which seems to be growing, and there is a no parking between sign there with no other sign. We are also worried about the huge Verizon boxes being put in. Supervisor O'Keeffe said the Board is on that and is having staff meet with Verizon tomorrow. Ken Bialo has written to them; the boxes are being put up 14 September 22, 2004 all over the place. We are trying to determine if we have the authority to have them removed. Ms. Miller then said the bathrooms at Memorial Park are not being cleaned and the attendant is scary to the kids and rude. There also is a swimming pool attendant who is very unfriendly. Ms. Miller said there will be a Halloween Party sponsored by them on October 30 and there will be a costume parade. SUPERVISOR REPORTS The Supervisor said she had met with Senator Leibell and Assemblywoman Galef regarding improving the state budget and increasing bi-partisan efforts. REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL Councilwoman Wittner announced there will be Clean Up Household Chemical Day at Rye Playland on Friday, November 5, and Saturday, November 6. The newspaper gave a list of items allowed. Councilman Odierna said that when he was trying to get down a street he was forced to turn around because of sidewalk construction. He suggested a sign be put up warning people that the road was blocked before traveling all the way down. Councilwoman Myers had a traffic meeting last night where there were complaints about speeding and stop signs not being observed. The blinking lights on Murray Avenue are up and we will be having a hearing on Bryson at the next Town Board meeting. Councilwoman Myers was missing Board of Architectural Review tonight. Tomorrow morning there is a meeting for Cable TV Board of Control. Councilwoman Seligson attended the Planning Board Meeting where they discussed the floor area ratio law and many people think it might allow houses to be built that are too large. Councilman Odierna added that a Recreation Meeting will be held on August 14, and the Pool is open. The Supervisor asked to adjourn in memory of Michael Pinto Sr., father of our lead mechanic. ADJOURNMENT On motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was unanimously adjourned. Submitted by: Patricia A. 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