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November 1, 2006
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON NOVEMBER 1, 2006 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
Christina Battalia, Deputy Town Clerk
WORK SESSION
Street Numbering – Dillon Road
Supervisor O’Keeffe said that all the Board members had visited the neighborhood in
discussion and based on documents located in the Building Department the original
addresses were 21 and 23 River Road.
Councilwoman Wittner said the entire street, Dillon Road, was originally called Premium
River Road.
The Supervisor said the entire matter is very confusing, what is the hill called, Hanson Hill?
Yes, replied Councilwoman Wittner, because Hanson originally owned that property.
Mrs. Gilliams said they were concerned with the street name because even if you call the
police they have no idea where she is located.
Mrs. DiBicardi said that no one can find her house, the previous owner took a Post Office
Box because of lost mail problems. The oil burner went down at 11:00 PM one night and she
had to meet the repairman outside up the street because he could not find the house. A
credit card was stolen when it was delivered to the wrong address.
The Supervisor asked if they thought it would help if the house numbers where changed to
55 and 57 Dillon Road which continues the numbering more logically.
One of the residents answered, for that to work the road would have to look like the same
road.
Councilwoman Wittner responded that right now there is a sign at what would be the
entrance to 21 & 23 Dillon Road if the hill had not been chained closed, indicating with an
arrow to continue down Dillon to the right of way for access to 21 & 23.
Councilwoman Wittner said the existing street sign indicating Dillon Road & Pryer Manor
Road is in the wrong place and needs to be put in its correct location so it is clear where one
street ends and the other begins.
A long discussion was held and it was decided to change the location of the sign identifying
the street, putting it where the map says it should be and maybe to have it lit.
Supervisor O’Keeffe said we want to help and do what can be done, which is to change
numbers, put up arrow signs and a light, and ask that you both put up bigger, visible
number signs on your houses.
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100 Anniversary Fire Department
Matt Pelosi, Frank Cioffi and Sean McCarthy all appeared to outline the plans for the
celebration. Mr. Cioffi said they had started the planning of this five years ago. There will be
a dinner-dance at the Larchmont Yacht Club on June 9 for members and invited guests.
They received good prices, it will be black tie, they will have a band with a maximum of 200
invited guests. The money has been set aside already and they hope to raise additional
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money through a journal program. The second event will be held on September 15 from
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11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a rain date of September 16. It will be a carnival type event at the
fire house. The Fire Dept. would like to close the street, and arrange for parking at Sts John
& Paul Church. They have also talked about using lot 1 too and to have a shuttle bus. There
will be a display of antique fire trucks, and interactive activities for the kids. He said they
were requesting $20,000 for this event.
Councilman Odierna said for $20,000 you have to give them something. Advertising, signs
food, carnival rentals, tents, and personnel all were discussed. There was further
discussion.
Premium Point
Mr. Altieri explained the Premium Point Homeowners Association had requested a new
numbering system working with New Rochelle and have contacted us about the houses on
the Town side currently numbered 1 through 9, which would conflict with the new
numbering. They have requested therefore that the street be renamed Point Road. He
recommended the change and said it will enhance the dispatching for emergencies.
The Town Clerk said this could cause a monumental headache as there already was a Point
Road in the Larchmont Postal area – how would you distinguish between the two. Mr. Altieri
said they could stay in the New Rochelle postal area. After discussion it was decided to
hold off on this matter.
Community Counseling Center
Supervisor O’Keeffe said she had received an email from Mayor Trifiletti which said the
Village of Mamaroneck Board had approved a $14,000 expenditure to repair the roof at the
Community Counseling Center. He said his Board would like our Board to consider sharing
in the costs of repair since our community uses their facilities and services. There was a
discussion on how we share our building with the Mamaroneck Village’s Senior Center
including Rye Neck residents and LMC/TV, both using space rent free. It was decided to
contact the Mamaroneck Village because we cannot spend money to fix another
municipality’s building.
Public Displays
Supervisor O’Keeffe suggested that the Town adopt a policy on displays or signs on public
property.
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor O’Keeffe at 8:45
PM. She then pointed out the location of exits.
ADJOURNED PUBLIC HEARING
Water District Improvements – Rye Lake Filtration Plant
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the public
hearing was unanimously closed.
PUBLIC HEARING
Appearance Ticket for Violation of Quality of Life Law - (Constable Law)
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The following notice 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, November 1, 2006 at 8:15 PM in Conference Room
A, of the Town Center, 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York to consider
the adoption of a local law entitled “Appearance Ticket for Violation of a Quality of Life
Law” Law.
Section 1 — Purpose:
Chapter 34 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck identifies the Town’s “Quality of
Life” laws and empowers certain Town employees to initiate legal proceedings to
enforce such laws. Under the Criminal Procedure Law of the State of New York,
prosecution for the violation of a “Quality of Life” law starts with the filing of an
accusatory instrument in the Town Justice Court. The Court then issues a summons
directed to the perpetrator. The summons then is served upon the accused. The
summons requires the accused to appear in court for arraignment upon the charge
alleged in the accusatory instrument.
The Town Board finds that the multiple steps between the observation of a violation and
a perpetrator’s receipt of the summons haling him, her or it into court is cumbersome
and at times makes enforcement difficult or even impossible. For example, an
authorized Town employee may observe a gardener using a leaf blower at a time when
it is unlawful to do so. By the time, the employee files an accusatory instrument with the
Town Justice Court and the Court issues a summons, the gardener may have finished
his/her work and left the area. The summons is not served and the violation goes
unpunished.
The Criminal Procedure Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law provide for a procedure
that reverses the order of events. That procedure allows a peace officer to issue an
appearance ticket for a violation of a statute without that person first having to file an
accusatory instrument with the court. It is after the appearance ticket is served that the
peace officer who issued it files an accusatory instrument with the Court.
The purpose of this law is to utilize the authority given to the Town Board by the
Criminal Procedure Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law to bestow upon the Town’s
constables the power to issue an appearance ticket if a constable has reasonable cause
to believe that the person to whom the appearance ticket is issued has violated one of
the Town’s “Quality of Life” laws.
Mr. Maker explained that this law would create a Constable or Peace Officer, with the
authority to issue “on-the-spot” summons’, making quality of life laws easier to enforce.
On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the public hearing
was unanimously opened.
Supervisor O’Keeffe asked if anyone had any comments.
The Board unanimously agreed that this was a positive step.
On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the public hearing
was unanimously closed.
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board finds that the adoption of the
proposed local law regarding Appearance Ticket for Violation of a
Quality of Life law is hereby declared to be a Type II action
requiring no further action under the New York State Environmental
Quality Review Act (SEQRA)
On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the following
Local law was adopted:
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Local Law No. 15 - 2006
This local law shall be known as the “Appearance Ticket for Violation of a
Quality of Life Law” Law
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
Section 1 – Purpose:
Chapter 34 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck identifies the Town’s
“Quality of Life” laws and empowers certain Town employees to initiate legal
proceedings to enforce such laws. Under the Criminal Procedure Law of the
State of New York, prosecution for the violation of a “Quality of Life” law starts
with the filing of an accusatory instrument in the Town Justice Court. The
Court then issues a summons directed to the perpetrator. The summons then is
served upon the accused. The summons requires the accused to appear in
court for arraignment upon the charge alleged in the accusatory instrument.
The Town Board finds that the multiple steps between the observation of a
violation and a perpetrator’s receipt of the summons haling him; her or it into
court is cumbersome and at times makes enforcement difficult or even
impossible. For example, an authorized Town employee may observe a
gardener using a leaf blower at a time when it is unlawful to do so. By the time,
the employee files an accusatory instrument with the Town Justice Court and
the Court issues a summons, the gardener may have finished his/her work and
left the area. The summons is not served and the violation goes unpunished.
The Criminal Procedure Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law provide for a
procedure that reverses the order of events. That procedure allows a peace
officer to issue an appearance ticket for a violation of a statute without that
person first having to file an accusatory instrument with the court. It is after the
appearance ticket is served that the peace officer who issued it files an
accusatory instrument with the Court.
The purpose of this law is to utilize the authority given to the Town Board by
the Criminal Procedure Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law to bestow upon
the Town’s constables the power to issue an appearance ticket if a constable
has reasonable cause to believe that the person to whom the appearance ticket
is issued has violated one of the Town’s “Quality of Life” laws.
Section 2 – Amendment of a section of the Mamaroneck Code:
Section 34-1 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby is repealed and
the following substituted in its place:
“The Town of Mamaroneck has adopted numerous statutes designed to
maintain the high quality of life that the residents of the Town have always
enjoyed. These laws protect the public health, safety and welfare of the Town
and its residents. To maintain such standards requires vigilance and vigorous
enforcement of these laws. The purpose of this chapter is to grant the Town’s
constables the authority to issue appearance tickets for violations of the
quality of life laws of the Town of Mamaroneck.”
Section 3 – Amendment of a section of the Mamaroneck Code:
Section 34-2 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby is repealed and
the following substituted in its place:
“As used in this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated:
QUALITY OF LIFE LAWS — the following chapters and sections of the Code
constitute the quality of life laws:
A. Chapters.
(1) Chapter 58, Animals.
(2) Chapter 77, Conservation Areas.
(3) Chapter 95, Erosion and Sediment Control.
(4) Chapter 117, Garage Sales.
(5) Chapter 141, Noise.
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(6) Chapter 148, Parks and Fields.
(7) Chapter 161, Property Maintenance.
(8) Chapter 173, Sewers.
(9) Chapter 175, Signs.
(10) Chapter 183, Solid Waste.
(11) Chapter 207, Trees.
(12) Chapter 231, Water.
(13) Chapter 233, Waterfowl.
B. Sections.
(1) Section 106-49, Discharge compliance certificate required.
(2) Section 106-58.1, Duration and hours for mechanical rock removal.
(3) Section 187-13, Prompt removal of snow and ice.
(4) Section 219-1, Idling of motor vehicles.”
Section 3 – Amendment of a section of the Mamaroneck Code:
Section 34-3 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby is repealed and
the following substituted in its place:
“The Town Board finds that the “Quality of Life” laws specifically protect the
public health, safety and welfare of the Town and its residents. Invoking the
power given to it by paragraph 4. (a) of section 10 of the Municipal Home Rule
Law, the Town Board hereby authorizes the constables of the Town to issue
appearance tickets to anyone who, a constable has reasonable cause to
believe, has violated one or more of the “Quality of Life” laws. That
appearance ticket shall direct the person upon whom it is served to appear in
the Justice Court of the Town of Mamaroneck on the date and at the time of day
designated in the appearance ticket in connection with that person’s alleged
commission of a violation of the “Quality of Life” law or laws identified in the
appearance ticket.”
Section 4 – Repeal of a section of the Mamaroneck Code:
Section 34-4 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby is repealed and
nothing is substituted in its place.
Section 5 – Severability:
Should any provision of this Local Law be declared invalid or unconstitutional
by any court of competent jurisdiction, such declaration of unconstitutionality
or invalidity shall not affect any other provisions of this Local Law, which may
be implemented without the invalid or unconstitutional provisions.
Section 6 – 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
TAKEN OUT OF ORDER
Mr. Jerry Zeidner, 1 Ridgeway Road, addressed the board regarding the flooding
taking place at Sether Woods . There are 52 homes in the area being affected by
flooding. Last winter the flooding was an abomination. Mr. Zeidner than
paraphrased from the following letters:
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Dear Jerry,
Thank you for your letter detailing the series of conversations you
have had with Stephen Altieri and Valerie Moore O’Keeffe. And thank you
for your efforts.
I am surprised to hear nothing has been done to remediate the
situation, as we too had many conversations with Valerie and she said she
was on the case and dedicated to solving the problem. She had even
offered to allow us to tap into the new drainage system during its
construction if that were feasible.
We agree the problem needs to be dealt with quickly, or we face
another winter of icy roads and another summer of mosquito infestation.
Frankly the issue is not only one of ambience and the annoyance of
dirty cars. For those of us most affected, the issue is also of health and
safety. Cars skid — one hit our fence last winter. Visitors cannot negotiate
their way from their cars to our front path. Walking the dog on that ice rink
is virtually impossible due to the ice, and painful to animals given the
amount of salt the town dumps in its inept attempt to deal with the problem.
The makeshift solution we had last year, of salt and sand dumps followed
by bulldozers, is costly, wasteful, unhygienic and unacceptable. The Town
needs to get to grips with the root cause, not the symptoms.
Please do feel free to use this letter in your discussions with the
Town.
Yours sincerely,
Fred Arnold
Mr. Ron Carpaneto
Director, Building Department
Town of Mamaroneck
740 West Boston Post Road
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Dear Ron:
Since the construction of a new home, 3 Durham Road, my
neighbors and I have noticed the deterioration of Sether Woods located at
the corner of Durham and York Road adjacent to the property. The runoff
from the large new home is drowning Sether Woods.
I have lived in this neighborhood all my life and have seen a recent
dramatic change in the amount and length of time Sether Woods has
standing water. This past winter the highway department had to pump the
woods out because the water caused serious icing conditions from the top
of York Road all the way down to the stream at York and Ridgeway. I spoke
recently to a senior member of the Town’s highway department who has
worked the area for 35 years and he has noticed a major change as well.
Sether Woods is a little gem and worth protecting. The large trees
and under story bushes will not tolerate the standing water for much longer
before they start coming down. Please be so kind as to review the matter. If
I may be of any assistance please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Edward Merians
cc: Valerie O’Keefe
Elizabeth Paul
Supervisor O’Keeffe said they had discussed a plan of action in Executive Session.
Mr. Altieri elaborated explaining that the Board has given tentative approval of a solution,
adding that a bond proposal which would fund this drainage issue as well as Orchard Road,
will be put forth for a motion at the next board meeting.
Mr. Zeidner then addressed the Board regarding the rumble strips on Durham Road and
Fenimore Road. The purpose of these are not apparent, further questioning the purpose of
having the sign right next to the strips. He emphasized how noisy they are.
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Mr. Zeidner said there had been much discussion among the neighbors one specifically who
was considering a law suit.
Councilman Odierna stated this should have been addressed by the Town Board,
not just the Traffic Committee.
Councilman Winick suggested the Board contact Lt. Cindrich to address this and
determine if these strips are effecting anything.
Councilwoman Wittner suggested this matter be readdressed to the Traffic Committee.
She also suggested the Neighbor who is most effected contact the Board in writing.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner O’Keeffe and on motion of Commissioner
Odierna, seconded by Commissioner 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 Seligson presented fire claims for authorization of payment, thereafter on
Commissioner Seligson’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 as amended:
Air Quality Control Systems 875.00
AAA Emergency Supply Inc. 75.00
AAA Emergency Supply Inc. 207.00
AAA Emergency Supply Inc. 591.00
American Gun & Uniform 364.97
Atlantic Westchester 220.00
Avaya 51.89
Bonnie Briar Country Club 5890.00
Cablevision 29.95
Cleaning Systems 308.61
Cleaning Systems 158.30
Con Edison 181.60
Corsi Tires 540.68
Excelsior Garage 1360.92
Gabrielli Truck Sales 24.78
High Tech Car Wash 16.00
Ikon 120.07
Ikon 124.40
Loose leaf 20.90
Nextel 484.22
NFPA 132.95
Noco Energy Corp. 87.60
Pitt Stop Auto Parts 57.00
Technical Electronics 60.00
Town of Mamaroneck PFFA 204.36
Verizon Wireless 12.99
Westchester Elevator 196.35
Westchester Medical Care 375.00
Winzer Corporation 50.00
Westchester Joint Water Works 100.00
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Winzer Corporation 55.00
911 Wear Inc. 459.99
911 Wear Inc. 199.94
911 Wear Inc. 434.99
911 Wear Inc. 12.00
911 Wear Inc. 299.95
TOTAL 14383.41
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick - Aye
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O’Keeffe - Aye
2. Other Fire Department Business
Commissioner O’Keeffe, announced that the Fire Department would be celebrating their
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100 Anniversary with a Department dinner on June 9, 2007 and a resident celebration on
September 15, 2007 from 11:00AM-4:00PM.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of
Commissioner Odierna, seconded by Commissioner Winick, the Commission unanimously
adjourned.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. NYS Court Systems – Credit Cards
Mr. Altieri stated that the Mamaroneck Town Court would like to participate in a Credit Card
Program through the NYS Unified Court System and Key Bank of New York. By participating
in this program the Court would benefit by increasing revenue, having to have less cash on
hand as well as efficiency and convenience to card holders.
Councilwoman Seligson asked why the Town needed to plug into the State system and
couldn’t have done it on their own earlier.
Mr. Altieri said it was mandated by New York State if credit cards are to be used.
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby
approve the Town of Mamaroneck to participate in the
agreement between NYS Unified Court System and Key Bank
of NY for the purpose of processing the payment of vehicles &
traffic fines, bail and pre-arraignment bail, criminal fines,
mandatory surcharges, criminal victim assistance fees and
violation fines for local town ordinances via credit card device;
and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized
to sign said Agreement on behalf of the Town of Mamaroneck.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick - Aye
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O’Keeffe - Aye
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2. NYS Department of Health - Training Recertification
On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the following was
approved;
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck Ambulance District currently
participates in the Continuing Medical Education (CME)
Recertification Program coordinated by the New York State
Department of Health (NYS-DOH); and
WHEREAS, the Ambulance District was formed to provide
cooperative and uniform administrative oversight of the EMS and the
two independent Ambulances within the Town, Larchmont VAC and
Mamaroneck EMS; and
WHEREAS, the Ambulance District includes the CME Program, as
approved by the NYS-DOH; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck Fire Department/District would
like to arrange a similar collaboration for administration of the CME
Program; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck Board sits as the governing
authority (Board of Fire Commissioners) for the Town of
Mamaroneck Fire District . The Town Board also sits as the
governing authority of the Ambulance District,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the governing body being the same for all parties,
this agreement will formalize the administration of the Fire
Department’s CME Recertification Program by the Ambulance
District; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby
authorize the Town Supervisor to sign said agreement.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick - Aye
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O’Keeffe - Aye
3. Authorization – Easement Agreement – 40 East Brookside Drive
Mr. Maker explained that the Superintendent of Highways requested the preparation of an
easement agreement that would relocate the easement area for the sewer lines that pass
under 40 E. Brookside Drive.
Councilwoman Seligson asked if the homeowner paid for the cost of moving the pipe.
Mr. Maker responded yes.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilman Winick, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board finds that the easement
agreement between Kenneth Scott Auker and Cynthia De Felice
Auker, residing at 40 East Brookside Drive, Larchmont, NY 10538
and the Town of Mamaroneck is hereby declared to be a Type II
action requiring no further action under the New York State
Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA)
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick - Aye
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O’Keeffe - Aye
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby
approve the Easement Agreement between Kenneth Scott
Auker and Cynthia De Felice Auker, residing at 40 East
Brookside Drive, Larchmont, NY 10538 and the Town of
Mamaroneck, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby
Authorize the Town Administrator to execute said agreement
and arrange to have it recorded in the office of the Westchester
County Clerk.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick - Aye
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O’Keeffe - Aye
4. Authorization – Construction Management – Highway Department Roof
Mr. Altieri explained that he is recommending that Phase B of the Construction
Administration Contract be paid to Calgi Construction. Phase B includes review of
contractor’s schedules, bi-weekly job meetings, review of applications for payment and
physical inspections of the construction work.
Councilman Odierna asked why the management fee did not go down based on a lower
construction cost.
Mr. Altieri answered that the management services performed would not change based on
construction cost. Their fee is not based on a percentage of construction cost.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the following
was approved;
WHEREAS, the 2006 capital improvement plan includes the
replacement of the roof on the old portion of the Highway Garage at
Maxwell Avenue, and
WHEREAS, in August of 2006 the Town Board approved the
construction administrative services contract with Calgi Construction
Corporation and the payment of the Investigative and Pre-Construction
Services (Phase A) in the amount of $20,000.00, and
WHEREAS, the construction bids have been received and a contract
awarded
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby
approve the payment to Calgi Construction Corporation for the
Construction Administrative Services (Phase B) in the amount of
$35,000.00, and
BE IT FURTHER
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RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize
the Town Administrator to sign Phase II of the administrative contract
with Calgi Construction.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick - Aye
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O’Keeffe - Aye
5. Report of Bids – TA-06-08 – Hydraulic Snow Plow Attachments
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilman Winick, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby
award the contract for Capital project TA-06-08 for (2) new
snow plow attachments to H.O. Penn Machinery, in the amount
of $23,788.00 ($11,894.00 each).
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick - Aye
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O’Keeffe - Aye
6. Set Public Hearing – Extension of Illuminated Sign Moratorium
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilman Winick, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby set the
date for public hearing on Extension of Illuminated
Sign Moratorium for November 15, 2006, 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:
Winick - Aye
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O’Keeffe - Aye
7. Resolution – Mortgage Tax Distribution
The matter was withdrawn
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8. Salary Authorizations – Recreation, Paramedic & Part Timer
Mr. Altieri explained that at a prior meeting a list of salaries for recreation were approved and
there now was a corrected version.
Recreation
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilman Winick, it was
RESOLVED, that the prior vote for Recreation salary
authorizations of September 6, 2006 be rescinded for the
following individuals:
Frank Commrade, Skate Guard, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $10/hour, effective 9/1/06.
Richard Garner, Custodian, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $14/hour, effective retroactive to
9/1/06.
Bobby Lunde, Assistant Manager, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $17/hour, effective retroactive
to 8/29/06.
Jerimiah Riggans, Custodian, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $15.75/hour, effective retroactive to
8/29/06.
Brian Ritz, Assistant Manager, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, 15/hour, effective retroactive to
8/28/06.
James Schroeder, Assistant Manager, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $14/hour, effective
retroactive to 8/29/06.
Joanne Schroeder, Assistant Manager, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $17/hour, effective
retroactive to 8/29/06.
Daniel Smyth, Assistant Manager, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $16/hour, effective retroactive
to 8/29/06.
Nick Tunno, Assistant Manager, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $16/hour, effective retroactive to
8/29/06; and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the corrected Recreation salary authorizations as
presented on October 13, 2006 for payment be paid, as provided
for in the 2006 Town Budget, as follows:
Frank Commrade, Skate Guard, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, change in salary from
$10/hour to $10.50/hour, effective retroactive to 10/1/06.
Richard Garner, Custodian, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, change in salary from $14/hour to
$14.50/hour, effective retroactive to 10/1/06.
Bobby Lunde, Alternate Manager, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, change in salary from
$17/hour to $17.50/hour, effective retroactive 10/1/06.
Jerimiah Riggans, Custodian, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, change in salary from
$15.75/hour to $16/hour, effective retroactive to 10/1/06.
Brian Ritz, Alternate Manager, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, change in salary from
$15/hour to $15.50/hour, effective retroactive to 10/1/06.
James Schroeder, Alternate Manager, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, change in salary from
$14/hour to $14.50/hour, effective retroactive to 10/1/06.
Joanne Schroeder, Alternate Manager, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, change in salary from
$17/hour to $17.50/hour, effective retroactive to 10/1/06.
Daniel Smyth, Alternate Manager, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, change in salary from
$16/hour to $16.50/hour, effective retroactive to 10/1/06.
Nick Tunno, Alternate Manager, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, change in salary from
$16/hour to $1 6.50/jhour, effective retroactive to 10/1/06, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 2006 Town Budget the
Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to
the following:
Criag Kalinowski, Lifeguard, Early Morning Swim Program, $25/session, effective
10/12/06.
Craig Kalinowski, Swim Instructor, Hommocks Pool, $16/hour, effective 10/14/06.
Mary Ann Liebowitz, Instructor, Total Body Conditioning, $45/session, effective 10/16/06.
Sara-Beth Carbonaro, Skating Instructor, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, $17/session,
effective 10/15/06.
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Frank Commrade, Alternate Manager, Hommocks Par Ice Rink, $12/hour, effective
10/14/06.
Stephanie Allen, Swim Instructor, Hommocks Pool, $16/hour, effective retroactive to
10/27/06.
Christopher Ciotti, Lifeguard, Hommocks Pool, $7.75/hour, effective retroactive to
10/24/06.
Shannon O’Neill, Swim Instructor, Hommocks Pool, $16/hour, effective retroactive to
10/14/06.
Jill Diamond, Swim Instructor, Hommocks Pool, $18/hour, effective retroactive to
10/14/06.
Jennifer Williams, Lifeguard, Early Morning Swim, $25/session, effective retroactive
to10/23/06.
Michael Chiapparelli, Director, Youth Hockey Program, $4,100 for season (November
11,2006 to March 9,2007), Coach, $17/hour, effective 11/11/06.
James Erdman, Assistant Director, Youth Hockey Program, $1,250 for season
(November11, 2006 to March 9,2007), Coach, $17/hour, effective 11/11/06.
Brian Conner, Assistant Coach, Youth Hockey, $6/hour, effective 11/11/06.
Robert Fine, Assistant Coach, Youth Hockey, $5.50/hour, effective 11/11/06.
Christian Glaser, Assistant Coach, Youth Hockey, $5.50/hour, effective 11/11/06.
Luke Glaser, Assistant Coach, Youth Hockey, $5.50/hour, effective 11/11/06.
Sean Hagan, Assistant Coach, Youth Hockey, $5.50/hour, effective 11/11/06.
Racquel Lividini, Assistant Coach, Youth Hockey, $6/hour, effective 11/11/06.
Salvatore Naclerio, Assistant Coach, Youth Hockey, $5.50/hour, effective 11/11/06.
Matthew Seid, Assistant Coach, Youth Hockey, $6/hour, effective 11/11/06.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick - Aye
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O’Keeffe - Aye
Paramedics
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
appointments of Theresa Maltis, Louis Zacchio and David
Bergman as fully credentialed probationary paramedics with
the Ambulance District at an hourly rate of $24.50 per hour
effective immediately .
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick - Aye
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O’Keeffe - Aye
Town Clerk
On motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe, seconded by councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
appointment of Karina Warshaw to the position of part time
clerk in the Town Clerk’s office at a rate of $12.00 an hour,
effective October 30, 2006.
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick - Aye
Seligson - Aye
Odierna - Aye
Wittner - Aye
O’Keeffe - Aye
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Barbara Spiridon, Garden’s Lake Civic Association, addressed the Board, she asked for
news regarding the sale of the Gillette Property.
Supervisor O'Keeffe responded saying we are not involved in anything regarding this to
speak about at this time.
Ms. Spiridon reported that the cost to repair the entrance pillars to Larchmont Gardens area
would be between $1,300.00 and 1,400.00.
Supervisor O'Keeffe asked that a representative from Larchmont Garden’s Civic Association
meet with the Town Administrator to review cost and time frame for repairs. She added that
this could be done similarly to the Rouken Glen pillars in which the residents supplied the
material and the Town supplied the labor.
Ms. Spridon asked for a report on the blasting on Eton Road, adding the truck has been
there for months.
The Board said they would follow up on this.
Bob Meglio, representing Field s for Kids, addressed the board reading from the following
written statement:
Dear Town of Mamaroneck Officials,
We are thrilled that you and the other municipalities are working together to
solve our mutual field shortage and we understand that these things take time.
However, we have been waiting 6 years, and the problem is more than a school
district problem; it concerns all of the youth sports programs as well, which
makes it bigger than what one new field will solve.
So with that said, we would like to remind all that we see this issue as being
one that will need constant attention by all of the municipalities until multiple
solutions are found requiring a multi year phased approach. We will be sharing
this outlook with the other municipalities as well.
We recognize that there has been great cooperation between the three
municipalities so far and that you, the Town of Mamaroneck has supported the
Village of Larchmont to “go first” in applying for Legacy Grant funds for a NEW
field at Flint Park.
We will follow up with the Village of Larchmont to inquire about exactly what
milestones are needed to be met in order for a successful implementation of
the “Flint Plan” and make sure that whatever help is needed from us or the
community is addressed.
We also acknowledge that this plan calls for using a small amount of land that
belongs to the Town and that you are complying with that request. For that and
for the facilitating of this endeavor we thank you.
But we also need to express that we hope and expect that your efforts will not
end here.
There are numerous other aspects for this “project” that we would like to call to
your attention that we hope you will work on. We expect to be present at future
Board meetings for as long as it will take to continue this dialog in an attempt
to help work towards mutually beneficial solutions.
A few of the thoughts we have that need attention are: (these can be addressed
now or at a later meeting)
1.Can the ToM begin to “get in line” for the next Legacy grant for this area? The
next, most logical plan would be to turf Hommocks. Has this been considered,
and what are your thoughts about it?
2. In addition to the Flint new field plan, VoL is talking about breaking ground in
Spring 2007 for their other big field/park renovation. This will take fields,
currently used by both school and youth sports, out of commission for 12-18
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months. During that time, VoL will need to rely on other locations to
accommodate the various programs. Have you begun to consider how ToM
might help?
3. The school athletic season started Aug 28; Hommocks opened for use on
Sept. 18.
The first High School home games were scheduled for Sept.12 at Hommocks. 7
games had to be moved to other fields because Hommocks was unavailable. In
addition to those 7 games an additional 7 games scheduled for Wednesdays
had to be moved. The preseason training is essential for our athletes to remain
competitive and for safety purposes as well. They need to be in shape and
ready to compete to prevent injury. Between the maintenance and weather, we
seem to always have a problem at the start of our seasons. Perhaps the private
soccer program that uses the fields at Hommocks late summer needs to find a
new location. How can you restructure what is needed at the Hommocks in late
?....
August and early September to fix this problemespecially in light of the Flint
fields being closed next August as mentioned.
4. Why is Memorial Park no longer available for the littlest kids to play kickball?
That season runs from mid April for 9 weeks. We understand that you don’t
want adults or teens ripping up that small park, but these smaller children
should be able to play there.
5. Can you tell us what the outcome of your investigation of Saxon Woods
was? Could that ever be a possibility?
Finally, as you know, there is a joint meeting of all the municipalities, school
boards and youth sports entities being planned. It will be important to establish
both short and long term goals at this meeting. We hope and expect that you
will participate and continue to show the cooperative spirit you have thus far
brought to this community wide issue.
Thank you for your past, present and future commitment to the residents of
this community. We look forward to working with you and to see the results of
all of our efforts in the near future.
Sincerely,
Larchmont - Mamaroneck Fields for Kids
Supervisor O'Keeffe stated that regarding Saxon Woods, the County Parks Dept. said it
was impossible to build fields. Supervisor O'Keeffe stated that, yes Hommocks could
be turfed , adding private money could be used for lighting.
Councilwoman Seligson wanted to emphasize to the residents that diligent work was
done to investigate Saxon Woods and it was just not possible.
Councilman Odierna stated that a full soccer field was 100 yards by 60 yards asking if a
scaled down field could be used.
Mr. Meglio stated that the Town Center field would be ideal for a practice field.
It was noted that the Town could not attend the November 15 joint meeting and that it
was being rescheduled.
REPORT OF COUNCIL
Councilman Winick stated that much budget work had taken place over the last few
weeks with more over the next 6 weeks, adding that the calendar of meetings was on
the web-site.
Councilwoman Seligson congratulated the Sheldrake Environmental Center on
receiving an honor from the Westchester County League of Conservation Voters.
Councilwoman Wittner attended the Council of Governments meeting as well as the
Coastal Zone and budget meetings.
Councilman Odierna attended the Kayak Club. Their organization of 100 people are
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looking to store kayaks in the Village of Mamaroneck. On November 24 he attended the
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Recreation meeting. He attended the 230 Anniversary of the Battle of Heathcoat Hill, as
well as the Ragamuffin parades of the Village of Larchmont and the Larchmont Garden’s
Assoc.
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The Town Clerk reminded everyone to cast their vote on November 7.
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The Supervisor announced the next Town Board meeting would be held on November15,
2006. Then on motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Winick the
meeting was unanimously adjourned at 11:00 PM.
Submitted by
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Patricia A. DiCioccio, Town Clerk
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