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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005_09_21 Town Board Minutes September 21, 2005 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2005 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 Councilman Ernest C. Odierna Councilwoman Nancy Seligson Councilman Paul A. Winick 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 8:35 PM. She then pointed out the location of exits. INTRODUCTION —Jana Refowitz O'Brien — Re: Lt. Craig O'Brien, USCG — Hurricane Katrina The Supervisor introduced Mrs. O'Brien, who said she was a Mamaroneck High School Graduate and was here with family because of the Hurricane destroying her home in New Orleans. Her husband serves in search and rescue in the United State Coast Guard and since the hurricane hit he has been working day and night. He has saved over 160 lives as well as rescuing 10 dogs. She then showed pictures of the destruction to her home. She explained there was an organization put together for the benefit of the Coast Guard who has been working non-stop in spite of the fact they have lost their homes. She explained anyone wishing to contribute can do so by going online to www.cgfolbf.org. The Supervisor and Board members all thanked her for coming. Councilwoman Seligson said she would like to thank the Larchmont Gardens Civic Association for the walk around the Brook. She asked if there was anything in writing on which entity is responsible for the upkeep of the tunnel under the railroad tracks. Supervisor O'Keeffe said the agreement was drafted in the 1950's with the Village of Larchmont having the responsibility. PUBLIC HEARING - Public Housing Agency Annual Plan for 2006 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 21,2005 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 review the Town of Mamaroneck Public Housing Agency Annual PHA Plan for Fiscal Year 2006. The full text of this Plan may be examined at the Town Clerk's Office or the Public Housing Authority 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. 1 September 21, 2005 Anna Danoy, Community Services Director was introduced. She explained that under the law this plan must be prepared and presented once a year. She outlined that people eligible must not exceed 50% of the County median income, which is about $27,000 for a family of four in Westchester. She said a survey letter was mailed to everyone on the plan of which 54 requested to see the plan that was available in both the Community Service office and in the Town Clerk's Office. There also was available an administrative plan that outlines what the policies are, one of which showed someone would have to work 193 hours at $25 an hour to afford a two bedroom apartment in Westchester. 27% meet the criteria, this year we plan to give priority to the elderly, disabled or families who pay more than 50% of their income to rent. $1500 is the average rent paid for a two bedroom apartment here. The office has prepared an enhanced information packet— including new booklets that outlines all the regulations. We also have a few self-employed income earners to document. We ask them to keep a log of all income and expenses to help arrive at their net income. Another procedure we follow is to check for criminal activity. Councilwoman Seligson asked if other programs are excluded for people with criminal histories and how many families actually are served in the program. Mrs. Danoy said no they are not. Then continued that there are 239 families on the plan and 54 on the waiting list. We give preference to the disabled and seniors. Councilman Odierna asked if people with extra rooms would be able to rent them under this program. Mrs. Danoy said no that would not be allowed. Councilman Winick asked if the program is welcomed by landlords. Mrs. Danoy said when a family goes shopping for an apartment, she gives them her card, it helps for the landlords to be assured the tenants can pay the rent. There being no further comments, on motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the public hearing was closed. On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was WHEREAS, the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 and the ensuing Housing and Urban Development requirements mandate the preparation and adoption of an annual plan for the operation of a municipal public housing agency; and WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed the Town of Mamaroneck Public Housing Agency's annual plan for the year 2006; and WHEREAS, the Town Board has held a public hearing to present this plan to the public. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby adopt the Public Housing Agency Fiscal Plan as prepared and submitted by the Public Housing Agency Administrator. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye PUBLIC HEARING — Colonial Avenue The following notice of public hearing was entered into the record: 2 September 21, 2005 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck on Wednesday, September 21, 2005 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 local law entitled "No Parking on Colonial Avenue" Law The Purpose of this Amendment is to establish a "No Parking, Standing or Stopping" Ordinance on the North Side of Colonial Avenue from Daymon Terrace to Colonial Lane. The Parking Prohibition would be in effect from 7:OOam —9:OOam and 2:OOpm — 3:OOpm School Days. The Supervisor asked if anyone wished to speak on this proposed law. Mr. Clemins, 88 Colonial Avenue, said the public hearing notice was incorrect because it said Lane not Avenue. Mr. Maker said its not defective just not consistent. Mr. Bebe, 84 Colonial Avenue said this is a serious traffic problem and he would like to see a traffic study done and to see how we got here. He said he thinks he is in favor but not sure that all the safety issues are being addressed. It's a potentially dangerous situation. Councilman Winick asked him if he thought it was more through traffic or more pedestrian traffic. Mr. Bebe replied he was not sure, but thinks it may be more parking than walking. Councilman Winick gave the history of this proposed law saying he thought the real problem was visibility on the corner. Thought this might help alleviate that. Nathaniel Allen, 20 Colonial, said the last thing they need is another study, this law is a great idea. He lives on the corner and thinks the majority of the traffic problem is being caused by parked cars. Barry Hart, 81 Colonial Avenue said he was against the proposed law. Following further discussion the hearing was unanimously closed on motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson. Councilman Winick stated he has been an active participant of this matter. We think people are aware they need to be careful, if we continue further with restrictions we are going to cause something that we really don't want. We think this law keeps a balance, its an unusual street Supervisor O'Keeffe concurred about the safety issues. She questioned why the use of the playground couldn't be utilized for drop off, suggesting it should be at least looked into by the school. Councilman Odierna agreed, saying there should be some way of using the playground. Councilwoman Seligson said the proposed law is a good way to start, we can see if it helps the situation, enforcement is a problem. Eric Graber, 34 Colonial Avenue, said speeding is big cause of the problem, and this will be no good without enforcement— it may go a long way to alleviate fear we all feel in that area. Councilman Winick noted there is a problem all around the Town with speeding. Councilman Odierna asked if there wasn't something we can do to alleviate the problem. We need to educate the populace about changing their habits. Then on motion made and seconded the Public Hearing was unanimously closed. On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the following local law was adopted: 3 September 21, 2005 Local Law No. 15 —2005 This local law shall be known as the "Restricted Parking on Colonial Avenue" Law. BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck Section 1 — Purpose: A section of Colonial Avenue beginning at the point where Daymon Terrace terminates at Colonial Avenue becomes particularly congested during school hours. The purpose of this local law is to prevent parking on a portion of the north side of Colonial Avenue, thereby relieving some of the congestion. Section 2 —Regulation of Parking on a section of Colonial Avenue: On school days from September 1st of each year to and including June 30 of the immediately following year, no vehicle shall be parked on the section of the north side of Colonial Avenue that lies between the point where Daymon Terrace terminates at Colonial Avenue and the point where the driveway for the home at 87 Colonial Avenue meets Colonial Avenue between the hours of 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM (prevailing time) and the hours of 2:00 PM and 3:30 PM (prevailing time) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays of each week. This law shall not apply on holidays. Section 3—Sign to be Erected: An appropriate sign or signs shall be erected on the north side of Colonial Avenue. 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: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye PUBLIC HEARING — Moratorium — Illuminated Signs 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 21, 2005 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 local law entitled "Moratorium on Illuminated Signs" Purpose The Town Board is concerned about the potential proliferation of brightly illuminated signs within the Town's business and industrial districts. The Board intends to study ways in which such lighting can be controlled without creating an undue economic burden upon the Town's commercial enterprises. To prevent the erection of new illuminated signs while the Board studies the matter, a short moratorium on the erection of such signs must be enacted. 4 September 21, 2005 Mr. Maker explained this moratorium would be in effect for six months to allow the Board time to study the issue. Councilwoman Wittner asked if the moratorium and study would include corporate logos. Mr. Maker said it could if that is what the Board decided. Councilman Winick said there has been a proliferation of these signs, this moratorium would give us some time to figure out how to regulate them. Supervisor O'Keeffe asked if anyone wished to speak on this matter. There were no comments. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the hearing was closed. On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the local law was approved as follows: Local Law No. 16 -2005 This local law shall be known as the Moratorium on Illuminated Signs Law. BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck Section 1 — Purpose: The Town Board is concerned about the potential proliferation of brightly illuminated signs within the Town's business and industrial districts. The Board intends to study ways in which such lighting can be controlled without creating an undue economic burden upon the Town's commercial enterprises. To prevent the erection of new illuminated signs while the Board studies the matter, a short moratorium on the erection of such signs must be enacted. Section 2 ---Amendment of a current section of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck: Section 175-12 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby is amended by adding a new paragraph G. thereto: "§175-12. Illuminated signs. G. The erection of illuminated signs after the effective date of this law shall not be permitted in the Town of Mamaroneck. This prohibition on illuminated signs shall expire on March 31, 2006. In addition to being subject to prosecution pursuant to Section 175-16, the Town shall be entitled to injunctive relief requiring any person, firm, corporation or limited liability company that violates this paragraph to comply with the provisions of this paragraph." Section 3—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 4— 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: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Nay Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye 5 September 21, 2005 Councilman Odierna stated this law does not make much sense, we are wasting our time on another silly law. Councilwoman Wittner said she was very much in favor of this law. Councilman Winick said it was right to pass this moratorium. There have been a few examples recently of signs that were pretty extreme. There is a need to think of planning along the Post Road, it has gotten worse looking. This gives us time to study the situation which is a worthwhile exercise. Councilwoman Seligson said we have looked at design along the Boston Post Road. Having big box retail does not fit well, so she is in favor to help business look better. 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: Ernest C. Odierna Commissioner: Nancy Seligson Commissioner: Paul A. Winick 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. 156.50 American Gun & Uniform 469.87 Brake, Clutch & Driveshaft 117.82 Brewers 136.72 Con Edison 176.88 Fire-End & Croker 352.70 Floral Barn 360.00 Floral Barn 108.50 General Sales Administration 100.00 G&K Services 128.38 Gloves, Inc. 61.39 Ikon Office Solutions 166.95 Nextel 270.23 Pitt Stop Auto Parts 19.98 Pitt Stop Auto Parts 166.93 Rye Ford Subaru 65.06 Sound Shore Pest Control 130.00 Sutphen East 76.24 United Water 215.13 Verizon Wireless 13.11 Westchester Elevator 167.00 911 Wear, Inc. 701.46 911 Wear, Inc. 593.73 TOTAL 4774.58 Commissioner O'Keeffe said the fund raiser held at the Fire House was a very nice affair. 6 September 21, 2005 Commissioner Wittner said Sean McCarthy did a great job. There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Commissioner Wittner, seconded by Commissioner Odierna, the Commission unanimously adjourned. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Request for Temporary Sign — High Tech Car Wash Carol Trotta, representing new management, said they were holding a grand opening to celebrate the new management. Councilwoman Seligson asked how long the sign will be up. The Administrator replied under the law the sign can not be up more than 15 days. Councilwoman Wittner said she had driven by and saw the temporary illegal sign which dwarfs the notification signs. Supervisor O'Keeffe said her initial response to this is that it is too big. There was a discussion on what size sign is allowed —the owner said he had already purchased and hung the sign without realizing a permit was needed. Councilwoman Seligson said she felt bad he had paid so much but would prefer a smaller size. Councilman Winick suggested the time be limited and to maybe hang it on the green awning to relieve the shock of it. Councilwoman Wittner asked if it could be hung inside. Supervisor O'Keeffe suggested it be put on the side of the building for ten days. After discussion, on motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Supervisor O'Keeffe, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the request for a grand opening sign (to be hung on the side of the building) for High Tech Car Wash for a period of ten (10) days beginning September 20, 2005. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye 2. Authorization —Ambulance District Agreements The Administrator in a memo explained this agreement would extend for five years the current agreement with the Ambulance District. There are some minor changes. The Town of Mamaroneck must make the final decision on the agreement since the Town is the final operating authority for the Ambulance District. On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the Ambulance District Agreement (see end of minutes); and BE IT FURTHER, 7 September 21, 2005 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: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye 3. Acceptances of Roads and Infrastructure - Rocky Hollow Subdivision On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the following resolution was adopted: WHEREAS, the developers have constructed the roads and infrastructure in the subdivision known as "Rocky Hollow" in accordance with the conditions imposed by the resolution of the Planning Board granting subdivision plat approval to the "Rocky Hollow" subdivision; and WHEREAS, the Building and Engineering Departments of the Town have inspected-the construction and determined that it complies with all of the conditions imposed by the resolution of the Planning Board granting subdivision plat approval to the "Rocky Hollow" subdivision; and WHEREAS, a title search of the property indicates that Rocky Hollow Partners, LLC is the record owner of title to the bed of the street in the "Rocky Hollow" subdivision; and WHEREAS, Rocky Hollow Partners, LLC has offered to dedicate the street in the "Rocky Hollow" subdivision to the Town; and WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined that it is in the best interests of the Town to accept this dedication, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Mamaroneck accepts the offer of dedication made by Rocky Hollow Partners, LLC of the street which is more particularly described in the annexed Schedule "A" on condition that the developer supply the Town with a title insurance policy insuring that upon delivery of the deed, the Town will hold fee simple title to the property described in Schedule "A"; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , that the Town Administrator is empowered to sign on behalf of the Town whatever documents are necessary in order to effectuate the acceptance of the dedication provided such documents do not authorize or require the expenditure of Town funds; and BE IT FURTHER 8 September 21, 2005 RESOLVED. that the performance bonds given by the developer securing its performance of the conditions imposed by the Planning Board in its resolution granting subdivision plat approval to the "Rocky Hollow" subdivision hereby are released. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye Police Kiosk The Administrator explained the kiosk will be opening on September 26, 2005; it will function as a satellite office. A receptionist will provide information and applications from 3:00 PM to 6:45 PM weekdays through to Thanksgiving. 4. Salary Authorizations a. Ambulance District b. Comptroller's Office c. Part Time Clerk d. Recreation AMBULANCE DISTRICT On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the appointment of Justin Costable, Karl Gjertsen, J. T. Flick and Gustavo Torres as part-time paramedics provisionally for six months at a pay rate of$22.50 per hour; and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that after the six month provisional period the pay rate will increase to $23.50. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye Comptroller's Office On motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the appointment of Avril Wheatley to the position of Intermediate Account Clerk in the Comptroller's Office at an annual salary of$39,710 effecting September 26, 2005. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye 9 September 21, 2005 Part Time Clerk On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the appointment of Francine Brill as a part-time receptionist at the Town Kiosk from 3:00 PM to 6:45 PM Monday through Friday effective September 26 2005 at an hourly rate of$12.00. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye Recreation RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 2005 Town Budget the Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to the following: Skating School Debra Fertig Skating Instructor $16/class Mary Marchiselli Skating Instructor $16/class Amy McGowan Skating Instructor $16/class Sheryl McSherry Skating Instructor $16/class Kami Netri Skating Instructor $16/class Catherine Ryan Skating Instructor $16/class Amy Schliftman Skating Instructor $15/class Julie Schliftman Skating Instructor $15/class Kristi Tortorella Skating Instructor $15/class Dorothy Vaughn Skating Instructor $16/class Johnson Judith Wolf Skating Instructor $16/class Hommocks Park Ice Rink Michael Alberico E.M.T. $11.50/hour Frank Commrade Skate Guard $10.00/hour Richard Garner Custodian $14.00/hour Catherine Hughes Cashier $12.00/hour Edward Ladin E.M.T. $11.50/hour Bobby Lunde Assistant Manager $17.00/hour Joshua Margulies Skate Room Attendant $8.50/hour Patrick Nadolske Skate Room Attendant $8.50/hour Mark Pondiros Skate Guard $9.00/hour Brian Ritz Assistant Manager $15.00/hour James Schroeder Assistant Manager $14.00/hour Joanne Schroeder Assistant Manager $17.00/hour Daniel Smyth Assistant Manager $16.00/hour SKATING SCHOOL Kathleen Bird Instructor $16/class Amy Lynn DeNicola Instructor $16/class Martina Dvorak Instructor $16/class Claudine Ferrara Instructor $16/class Dianne McCray Instructor $16/class HOMMOCKS PARK ICE RINK 10 September 21, 2005 John Pierce Skate Guard $9.50/hour Jeremiah Riggans Custodian $15.75/hour Nicholas Tunno Assistant Manager $16.00/hour Tracy Ann Francis Skate Room Attendant $8.00/hour The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye APPROVAL OF MINUTES—June 15, 2005 On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the minutes of June 15, 2005 as amended. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye PROCLAMTION - Philip J. Trifiletti Councilman Odierna read the proclamation as follows: PROCLAMATION PHILIP J. TRIFILETTI WHEREAS: The Honorable Philip J. Trifiletti, Mayor of the Village of Mamaroneck, a life long resident of the Village of Mamaroneck, is being honored for his dedicated service to his community; and WHEREAS: Phil has been an exemplary son to his parents, Sylvana and the late Philip D. Trifiletti, loving husband to his wife, Judy, and devoted father to his daughters, Jaclyn (attending Roger Williams University), and Jessica (attending Fordham University); and WHEREAS: Phil has been involved in his community, specifically with the Mamaroneck Junior Soccer League for 8 years, as Chairman of the Mamaroneck Avenue Task Force and Washingtonville Task Force (1994-2000), as an elected member of the Mamaroneck School Board Selection Committee, as well as a member of the Manzoni Lodge in the Village of Mamaroneck, and as the 2003 Honoree for the Columbus Day Society of Harrison; and WHEREAS: Phil was elected as a Village of Mamaroneck Trustee (1998- 2000) and elected in 2001 to Mayor of the Village of Mamaroneck; and WHEREAS: Phil has made the environment a priority. He led the charge on cleaning up Mamaroneck Harbor and, as a result of his efforts, the beach has been opened for 3 years. Prior to that, it was closed for 5 years; and WHEREAS: Phil, always a gentleman, has shown strong leadership skills in everyday and difficult issues such as the quality of life for all village residents and controlling taxes. As a Trustee of the Westchester Joint Water Works, he continues to work to improve the water quality in the Village. He has always had an ability to gain consensus rather than rush into any decision. He displays his 11 September 21, 2005 service to the Village and its residents in a manner that reflects his dedication on a daily basis. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Valerie Moore O'Keeffe, Supervisor of the Town of Mamaroneck, and the Town Board members hereby congratulate Philip J. Trifiletti as the "2005 Italian American Man of the Year" IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Town of Mamaroneck to be affixed this 30th day of September 2005. PROCLAMATION CONSTITUTION WEEK WHEREAS, September 17, 2005 marks the 218th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States of America by delegates to the Constitutional Convention; and WHEREAS, By an Act of Congress on February 29, 1952, the date of September 17 has been annually declared Citizenship Day; and WHEREAS, Constitution Week was designated by a Joint Act of Congress August 2, 1956 [36 U.S.C. 159]; and WHEREAS, The Constitution of the United States of America, the guardian of our liberties, is a product of reflection and choice, embodying the principles of limited government in a Republic dedicated to rule by law, not by men; and WHEREAS, It is fitting and proper to accord official recognition to this magnificent document and its memorable anniversary and to the patriotic celebrations which will commemorate it. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That I, Valerie Moore O'Keeffe, Supervisor of the Town of Mamaroneck, and the Town Board do hereby proclaim September 17, 2005 and the week of September 17-23, 2005 Citizenship Day and CONSTITUTION WEEK IIN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Town of Mamaroneck to be affixed this 7th day of September 2005. SUPERVISOR REPORTS Supervisor O'Keeffe said she has been waiting to hear more about the Forest City Daly Project REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL Councilwoman Seligson said at the Planning Board meeting there was concern voiced about the Floor Area Ratio Law (FAR). They asked if the Board would review it again asking that it be put on the next agenda. She also attended a Greenway meeting — they will be having a ribbon cutting in the spring. Councilman Winick said the Traffic meeting was held on September 13, they discussed a request for a yield sign on Brookside Drive, and a request to have the hedges trimmed on Boulder Brae. Also discussed were parking restrictions on Mardon for safety reasons. Councilman Odierna said he attended the Recreation meeting Septmember 13, they talked about a skate park but don't know where exactly they can put one. New York Rangers Hockey players will be at the Hommocks Ice Rink on September 24 in the afternoon —skating is free. September 17 was the Sheldrake meeting. They will 12 September 21, 2005 holding the fall festival on October 16, it's a fabulous resource. They are doing an environmental course to teach others how to teach. Councilwoman Wittner said she invited the members of Sheldrake to come in and meet the Board. She and the other board members attended the Municipal Officials meeting at the Larchmont Yacht Club. On Saturday, September 10 she did a site visit with members of the Larchmont Gardens Civic Association. She said she admires their organization, and their concerns. On September 11 she attended the ceremony at Memorial Park. ADJOURNMENT The Supervisor announced the next Town Board meeting would be held on Thursday, October 6, 2005 because of the Jewish Holiday. Then on motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna the meeting was unanimously adjourned into at 11:10 PM. Submitted by Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk 13