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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005_10_19 Town Board Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON OCTOBER 19, 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 8:15 PM. She then pointed out the location of exits. PRESENTATION - Sheldrake Environmental Center Suzanne Frank, President Sheldrake Environmental Center, addressed the Board with the following comments: Thank you Supervisor O'Keeffe and Town Council members. I very much appreciate this opportunity to highlight Sheldrake Environmental Center and its accomplishments. In 1998 the Town board had the vision to offer a permanent home for Sheldrake's predecessor organization—Local Involvement For the Environment(also known as L.I.F.E.). This afforded L.I.F.E. a stable home from which we could expand our nature programming for the community— at the site we quickly started our summer ecology program and Eco-kids for the Mamaroneck Avenue pre-k program children, we expanded into birthday parties for children, and developed our spring lecture series. Those are just a few of our then new programs. With the close proximity to the Larchmont Reservoir Conservancy property, L.I.F.E.'s relationship with the stewards of that property-Friends of the Reservoir- became even closer. L.I.F.E. and Friends formed a "natural partnership"; L.I.F.E.'s mission of environmental education, and the Friends' mission of Conservancy property stewardship dovetailed neatly. The merger of Friends and L.I.F.E. in 2001 created Sheldrake with its dual mission to inspire environmental awareness and action in our community and to preserve, protect and enhance local environmental resources, particularly the conservancy property. Two years ago, Sheldrake undertook a process to more fully understand the needs of the property. We developed a plan of action for the care of it— our Stewardship Plan. Now, two projects are coming to fruition. The first is the Mary Ann Johnson River Walk, which is along the Sheldrake River as it winds its way from Goodliffe Pond down to Weaver Street. It was started in the summer of 2004. Thanks to the Town's Summer Conservation Crew non- native overgrowth was pruned away, allowing us to see the possibilities. Over the next year, native plants will be reintroduced in the area along the river. This trail is named in honor of Mary Ann Johnson, a long-time L.I.F.E. Center environmental educator and wife of Jimmy Johnson— same James G. Johnson, Jr. whose name graces the Larchmont Reservoir property. Together they have been known as Mr. & Mrs. Reservoir. October 19, 2005 The second project the bird blind- is nearly complete and was introduced this past Sunday at the Fall Festival. At the waters'edge of Goodliffe Pond there is an old stone building, which we've renovated. We've opened up a window into the building which will allow people to observe birds without disturbing them. A small patio with a bench and interpretive signage finishes the site— making it a quiet place to enjoy nature. This project has been done in the memory of Lawrence Lowy, first president of L.I.F.E. in the early 70's, and of Margie Strauss, a long-time environmental educator. Both projects are being done to enhance the educational value of the property. This will be the only area of the property with interpretive signage. We believe in allowing nature to speak for its self, and we also know that there is value in providing information about nature. Sheldrake is a non-profit membership organization with a long history in our community. Our funding comes from program income, grants from foundations and service contracts with school districts and municipalities, and most importantly, from tax-deductible membership contributions and donations. We rely on volunteers to accomplish most all that we do. Our focus is helping people make a connection with nature and learn from nature. Our trained naturalists lead thousands of kids each year on walks of discovery. To those people at home viewing tonight, if you love nature and you want to make a difference in your community, call us. Our number is 834-1443. Whether your interest is in board work, training as a naturalist, or helping out around the office, we need you. We are in the phone book and on the web at www.sheldrakecenter.org. To speak about our many programs, I'd like to turn the podium over the Marie Venezia, our new executive director. Shortly after moving here in the late 90's, Marie discovered our hidden jewel, the conservancy property, came into the office and simply said, "How can I help?"A Westchester County VIP-trained naturalist, an accomplished business woman, a dedicated wife & mother, Marie has a multitude of talents, and believe me, Sheldrake needs and uses them all. Thank you and now Marie.... Suzanne Frank then introduced Marie Venezia, Executive Director Sheldrake Environmental Center, who made the following comments: Thank you Suzanne for your kind words, and to you Madame Supervisor and Town Council for inviting us here this evening. I knew from my five years on the board of directors that Sheldrake had a dedicated board, a beautiful property and a mission I supported. But it wasn't until I assumed, what I consider, the stewardship of the front office as executive director, that I truly learned about what a valuable service Sheldrake provides to the community Ongoing this fall, Sheldrake has programs for children and their caregivers for schools, for scouts and the community Our children's programs include: Mommy and Me, for 3 and 4 year olds and their caregivers. Pre-K drop-off for the more adventurous 4 year olds, and 5 year olds. After-school programs for K through 4t" grade, (Currently, we have 3.d graders who started out with us years ago in Mommy and Me.) Our school programs are given to primarily the elementary grades and involve seasonal walks or walks addressing specific topics at the Sheldrake River, the reservoir, or at Dog Beach. My favorite programs are those that we provide to children for whom we are the only chance they get to walk in the woods. There is nothing more special to hear from a child that "Wow! This is real nature.....or wait until I take my dad here!" We work to ensure that lack of financial resources doesn't preclude a child from attending our programs, We also provide programs to the boy and girl scouts. There is tremendous demand for these programs and we would like to give more. 2 October 19, 2005 Actually, there is tremendous demand for all of our programs. Our limiting factor, is also what makes us SO special: our naturalists. Our long term naturalists and our more recently trained environmental educators are the keys to our programs. We do not have nearly enough to meet the insatiable demand for our programs. Tomorrow starts our fall training program for new naturalists. I encourage everyone to think of someone who might benefit from the excellent training provided by Mary Davis, our Director of Environmental Programs and have them call us. No worry if they miss week one; call us and start next week! I have many other initiatives in mind. But there will be time for that later. I am very excited to work with a Town that continually demonstrates it commitment to the environment- and I plan to keep in close touch, Thank you. Councilwoman Seligson thanked Ms. Venezia and welcomed all residents to take advantage of the wonderful jewel in our community. Councilwoman Wittner said the first time she met Ms. Venezia she told her she should be on the board for the Sheldrake Environmental Center. Supervisor O'Keeffe thanked Ms. Frank saying her enthusiasm was contagious. PRESENTATION — Police Awards and Town Employee Service Awards The Board recognized the following employees for their service to the Town: For Ten Years of Service: Firefighter Victor Anderson, Fire Department Officer Gregory Commito, Police Department For Fifteen Years of Service: Giovanni Bianco, Skilled Laborer, Highway Department Officer Harry Petersson, Police Department Kathleen Simon, Records Officer, Police Department Jill Fisher, Superintendent, Recreation Department For Twenty Years of Service: Susan Thomas, Town Assessor Lieutenant John Garofolo, Fire Department Rob Lunde, Ice Rink Manager, Recreation Department For Twenty-Five Years of Service: John Phillipson, Heavy Equipment Operator, Highway Department For Thirty Years of Service: Lieutenant Bill Premuroso, Fire Department Police Chief presented the Town with two awards , one for having no pedestrian fatalities in 13 years, the other, a AAA award in recognition for implementation of programs specific to traffic safety, most notably, the work of the traffic committee as well as, the Police Departments work with the STOP DWI Program, Child Safety Program and the School Bus Awareness Program, Supervisor O'Keeffe thanked the Town Administrator, the Police Department and members of the committees involved for their hard work and dedication. The Police Department recognized the following officers for exceptional service: Chief Richard Rivera Sergeant Thomas Houlahan Detective Robert Reynolds Lieutenant Paul Creazzo Detective Lieutenant Jerry McCarthy Detective Thomas Gisin Detective Thomas McDermott Sergeant Nelson Flores Officer Daniel Smith Officer George Valentzas 3 October 19, 2005 Sergeant Paul Degenhardt Officer Suzanne Debaun Officer Robert Ashley Officer Anthony Hoffmann PUBLIC HEARING —Amendment— Illegal Sewer Connection 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, October 19, 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 "First Amendment to the `Removal of Illegal Connections and the Elimination of Illegal Discharge of Liquids'Law." Purpose On May 4, 2005, the Town Board added§106-49 entitled "Requirement for a Discharge Compliance Certificate"to the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck. This law created a new certificate called a Discharge Compliance Certificate. A Discharge Compliance Certificate is a certification that all of the connections leading from a parcel of land comply with the laws regulating the discharge of liquids from such property. Under§ 106-49, the occupancy of buildings on real property in the unincorporated area of the Town will be illegal when such property is sold unless a Discharge Compliance Certificate is issued for that property. Since this new requirement will have an impact upon the sale of real property in the unincorporated area of the Town, the Town Board has determined that there is a need to educate the public about this new certificate before§ 106-49 goes into effect. This law creates a time period for that educational process by not requiring Discharge Compliance Certificates for sales of real property until after January 1, 2006. The full text of this Local law may be examined and copies obtained at the Town Clerk's office during regular 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 the Public Hearing all persons interested will be given an opportunity to be heard and that all persons are invited to submit written comments at or prior thereto. Town Attorney Bill Maker explained the original law was enacted in May 2005, adding that this amendment changes the effective date of this law to January 2006. Stephen Altieri, Town Administrator, explained this amendment was necessary due to delay in getting the word out to the public regarding effective dates of this new law. Councilwoman Wittner commended the Sound View News and it's reporter, Michael Dandry, for their work in notifying the public of this law adding her disappointment in the effective date needing to be postponed. On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by councilman Winick, the hearing was unanimously opened. Councilman Winick asked Mr. Altieri to tell the public what they will need to do in order to comply with this law after January 1, 2006; would homeowners contact the Building Department? Mr. Altieri answered that the law would be administered through the Building Department adding that the law pertained to illegal connections to sanitary sewers from driveway drainage, sump pumps etc., and that the proper connection is through the storm drain. The law would apply when real estate ownership changes. Councilwoman Seligson said this was a progressive and practical law that was necessary in order to comply with a County consent order. 4 October 19, 2005 Councilwoman Wittner stated that municipalities are passing these laws to comply with federal law as well as a county consent order. On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the following resolution was unanimously adopted RESOLVED, that the Town Board finds that the adoption of the proposed local law regarding Illegal Sewer Connections is hereby declared to be a Type II Action under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the following local law was adopted: Local Law 17 -2005 This local law shall be known as the "First Amendment to the `Removal of Illegal Connections and the Elimination of Illegal Discharge of Liquids' Law." BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck as follows: Section 1 — Purpose. On May 4, 2005, the Town Board added §106-49 entitled "Requirement for a Discharge Compliance Certificate" to the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck. This law created a new certificate called a Discharge Compliance Certificate. A Discharge Compliance Certificate is a certification that all of the connections leading from a parcel of land comply with the laws regulating the discharge of liquids from such property. Under§ 106-49, the occupancy of buildings on real property in the unincorporated area of the Town will be illegal when such property is sold unless a Discharge Compliance Certificate is issued for that property. Since this new requirement will have an impact upon the sale of real property in the unincorporated area of the Town, the Town Board has determined that there is a need to educate the public about this new certificate before § 106-49 goes into effect. This law creates a time period for that educational process by not requiring Discharge Compliance Certificates for sales of real property until after January 1, 2006. Section 2 -Amendment to an Existing Section of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck Section 106-49 A. of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby is amended by deleting the word and numbers "October 15, 2005" therefrom and substituting the word and numbers "January 1, 2006" in its place. Section 3— Severability Should any court of competent jurisdiction declare any provision of this Local Law invalid or unconstitutional, 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 5 October 19, 2005 This Local Law shall become effective on the date that it is filed in the office of 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 There was discussion about resident notification regarding this law. Mr. Maker said a letter should be sent to real estate offices. Councilman Odierna said a booklet should be distributed. Mr. Maker said signs would be posted outside the Building Department and any other appropriate office. Councilwoman Wittner said we already had a building department brochure that was in the process of being updated, adding that the original booklet was a multi-municipality effort funded through grants. The web-site would also be updated. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting was called to order by Commissioner O'Keeffe and on motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, 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: Paul A. Winick Commissioner: Ernest C. Odierna Commissioner: Nancy Seligson 1. Fire Claims Commissioner Winick presented fire claims for authorization of payment, thereafter on motion of Commissioner Winick, 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. 173.00 A & J Auto Parts 63.96 Carquest Auto Pads 38.41 Cleaning Systems, Co. 312.58 Con Edison 191.53 Corsi Tire 176.00 Gundelach's Power Equipment 24.50 Gundelach's Power Equipment 39.50 High Tech Carwash 16.50 IKON Office Solutions 399.38 Jennifer Mirabella 150.00 Joseph C. Mirabella 200.00 New Rochelle Restaurant Supply 879.20 Sound Shore Contracting 126.05 Sutphen East Corporation 55.00 Tri-City Auto Parts 123.88 Verizon 12.89 Westchester Elevator 187.00 TOTAL: 3,169.66 The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: 6 October 19, 2005 Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Commissioner Winick, seconded by Commissioner Wittner, the Commission unanimously adjourned. On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the regular meeting of the Town Board was reconvened. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Submission -2006 Tentative Budget The Town Administrator proposed a Tentative Budget for the fiscal year commencing on January 1, 2006, explaining that what the Town is seeing tonight is a tentative budget based on staff recommendations. Mr. Altieri further explained that the budget consisted of 9 separate funds, each operating independently of each other. The budget process begins in July when all departments have budget review sessions, followed by individual work sessions, followed by the submission to the Town Board of a Tentative Budget. In overview, the total Tentative Town Budget is $26.2 million dollars, a $908,000 increase over last year, representing a 3.6% increase. Funding will come from approximately 7.6 million dollars in non-property tax revenue, 1.6 million dollars from applied surplus, leaving 16.9 million needed from property taxes. Residents of the two villages paying the Town wide tax will see a decrease from $293.00 to $234.00 per$1,000.00 of assessed value. The Unincorporated residents will see an increase from $217.00 to $227.00 per$1,00.00 of assessed value. The public budget hearing dates will be as follows: October 25th 6:OOpm, Overview of Tentative Budget November 4, 8:30am Operating Departments November 9th 6:OOpm, Capital Budget November 14th 6:OOpm, Review of Revenues 2. Referral — Special Permit Application Forest City Daly Town Attorney Bill Maker explained that the subject of Forest City Daly , now called Forest City Residential Mamaroneck, has been the subject of discussion for the last few years, adding that earlier in the year the Zoning ordinance was amended to reflect a new type of procedure for multi-use buildings such as being proposed by Forest City Residential Mamaroneck. This procedure is for an application for a special permit. A special permit is issued by the Town Board, but not until it refers the application to the Planning Board, which then reviews it as if it were a site plan application, referring it to other boards and commissions for review. Mr. Maker added that his understanding was that the staff had reviewed this application and it was in technical compliance with the statute. Therefore, if the Town Board so chooses it can make the referral to the Planning Board to initiate the Special Permit process. Mr. Maker further commented for clarification that under statute 240 —25 E 2 C there is a requirement for work force housing to be included within this development, and that it be permanently designated as such. Similarly, statute 240- 25 G talks about the Town Board weighing in on proposals made by applicant to construct or improve parking and traffic in the Washington Square Area. Both of these issues are not fully addressed in this application, until they are the Board cannot issue a special permit. The Board can however at this time refer this special permit application to the Planning Board. Supervisor O'Keeffe thanked Mr. Maker for his clear explanation and asked what the time table for this referral would be. 7 October 19, 2005 Mr. Maker responded that a public hearing must be held by this Board on this application by no earlier than the receipt of the Planning Board's advisory opinion or the 60th day following the date the referral is received by the secretary of the Planning Board. Therefore, as soon as the resolution is prepared by the Town Clerk as part of the minutes and received by the Planning Board Clerk, the process will begin. The Planning Board than has a minimum of60 days to respond; 60 days being a statutory requirement. Supervisor O'Keeffe than asked Mr. Tung, of Divney, Tung & Schwalbe, the project management firm for Forest City Residential, LLC to explain to the Board the proposed changes and how they differ from the original plans the Board and the Town residents have previously been shown. Mr. Tung explained that the two notable changes were the reduction in the number of units from a maximum of 159 to 135. The foot print of the building would remain the same, only the units would be larger. The ownership status would change from rental to Condominium. Mr. Tung stated these plans were consistent with the Boards' original findings as well as that of SEAR. Mr. Tung further stated that the special application had sections to help the Planning Board with its review process. Mr. Tung addressed some questions asked of him by further explaining that there was an elimination of 3 bedroom units, that the number of parking spaces had been reduced, but because there would be less units there would be proportionately more parking. Finally regarding the work force housing, Mr.Tung stated the requirement for these was being fulfilled. On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was RESOLVED to defer the Special Permit Application submitted by Forest City Residential, LLC October 13, 2005 for a special permit pursuant to section 240 —25 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck to the Planning Board of the Town of Mamaroneck for a written advisory opinion within sixty days. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye 3. Salary Authorizations — Highway Department Recreation HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the promotion of Robert Del Veccio from the position of Laborer with the Highway Department to Motor Equipment Operator, effective October 20, 2005 at an annual salary of$44,235. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye RECREATION 8 October 19, 2005 RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 2005 Town Budget the Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to the following: Daniel Caldarola, Skate Guard, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $8/hour, effective retroactive to 10/2/05 John Carnes, EMT, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $11/hour, effective retroactive to 10/2/05 William Reilly, Program Supervisor, Men's Basketball, $60/session, effective 10/17/05 Francine Aivaz, Instructor, Pilates, $60/session, effective retroactive to 10/6/05. Francine Aivaz, Instructor, Total Body Conditioning, $55/session, effective retroactive to 10/6/05. Eileen Puleo, Instructor, Kid's Scrap booking, $45/class plus supplies, effective 12/2/05. Eileen Puleo, Assistant Program Supervisor, Pizza Bingo, $10/hour, effective 10/14/05. Francine Brill, Assistant Program Supervisor, Pizza Bingo, $10/hour, effective 10/14/05. William Byron, Program Supervisor, Open Gym, $75/session, effective 10/21/05. John DeMatas, Assistant Program Supervisor, Open Gym Program, $45/session, effective 10/21/05. James Telesco, Assistant Program Supervisor, Open Gym Program, $40/session, effective 10/21/05. Suzanne Elson, Program Supervisor, Volleyball Program, $55/session, effective, 11/16/05. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Winick - Aye Seligson - Aye Odierna - Aye Wittner - Aye O'Keeffe - Aye APPROVAL OF MINUTES—July 13, 2005 On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the minutes of July 13, 2005 as amended. Councilman Odierna mentioned to Mr. Roniger of the Gardens Lake Civic Association, that he might want to get a copy of the July 13, 2005 Town Board minutes because it had a good synopsis of the previous discussion the Board had with him regarding the tunnel at the Larchmont train station. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS George Roniger, Gardens Lake Civic Association, said he went before the Village of Larchmont to discuss the tunnel at the Larchmont train station. Mr. Roniger said the Village listened to his comments, but had no response. Supervisor O'Keeffe addressed this saying she spoke with Chris Waite, Head Engineer for the NYS Thruway Authority. She asked him to look at the tunnel at the train station and give his assessment. He did a walk through and wrote a written report to Supervisor O'Keeffe and Ken Bialo, Village of Larchmont Mayor. He stated that the repairs needed were strictly maintenance, not capital improvement and therefore the responsibility of the Village of Larchmont. Supervisor O'Keeffe added that she also contacted State Assemblyman George Latimer who suggested that the Town of Mamaroneck and The Village of Larchmont together contact the State Assembly for a grant to repair the tunnel. 9 October 19, 2005 There was then discussion about what repairs were needed, how best to assess the cost, and how best to get the Village of Larchmont to adhere to its agreement with the Thruway Authority to maintain the tunnel. Supervisor O'Keeffe then thanked Mr. Roniger for his perseverance with regards to the tunnel. Mr. Roniger than continued with his report stating the Association was sponsoring a Halloween parade on October 29th at 3:00. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Supervisor O'Keeffe said she received two written notifications regarding Veteran's Day ceremonies on November 11th. There will be one at 10:00 am at the Tompkins's Memorial, which will include a plaque dedication, and one at the American Legion Hall in the Village of Larchmont at 11:OOam. SUPERVISORS REPORT Supervisor O'Keeffe said that LMC-TV would again be hosting their Annual Halloween Trick or Treat Television Show on October 31St from 4-713M. REPORTS OF COUNCIL Councilman Odierna encouraged all to attend the Larchmont Mamaroneck Senior bazaar, October 21St&22"d from 10:00 am —3:00 pm, in the Senior Center behind the Larchmont Library. The Human Rights Commission will meet October 24th. Also on October 24th flu shots will be administered at the Senior Center. Councilwoman Wittner said George Latimer would be holding an open "walk-in" session October 20th from 11:00-12:00 noon at the Town Center— Conference Room A. Chemical Clean Up Day will be held at Playland Park, Rye November 4th from 1:00- 3:00 pm and November 5th, from 9:00-3:OOpm. They are asking for old cell phones, as they are a toxic hazard when not disposed of properly. Councilman Odierna added that he attended the Summit meeting. They meet the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:45 AM, at the Nautilus Diner. Councilwoman Seligson said this Saturday their would be a Long Island Sound Watershed Alliance meeting at the County Center, it is an all day conference open to the public. She and Steve Altieri attended a Greenway meeting with Jerry Mulligan, Commissioner of the Department of Planning for Westchester County. Councilwoman Seligson said Mr. Mulligan was extremely excited about the Greenway project and would be interested in finding a way for the County to help with funding in regards to some needed capital improvement projects. The Board of Architectural Review met last night discussing commercial signage. Councilman Winick added that the Board of Architectural Review was beginning the process of re-evaluating the neon signage being used by businesses in the town. Councilman Winick attended the Traffic Committee on October 11th , there was no quorum, so no actions were taken. He made note of the large number of traffic sign requests before the committee, and encouraged residents who have feelings about the proliferation of these signs or those directly impacted by them to come to the next meeting on November 15th at 8:OO13M. The Town Clerk noted that her office was still looking for Election Inspectors, and encouraged anyone interested to contact her office as soon as possible. 10 October 19, 2005 ADJOURNMENT The Supervisor announced the next Town Board meeting would be held on November 2, 2005. Then on motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna the meeting was unanimously adjourned into at 10:10 PM. Submitted by Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk 11