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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012_02_15 Town Board Minutes February 15, 2012 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON FEBRUARY 15,2012, BEGINNING AT S:OOPM IN CONFERENCE ROOM A AND CONTINUING AT 8:00 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE TOWN,740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK PRESENT: Supervisor Nancy Seligson Councilwoman Phyllis Wittner Councilman Ernest C.Odierna Councilwoman Abby Katz Councilwoman Jaine Elkind Eney ALSO PRESENT: Christina Battalia,Town Clerk Stephen V.Altieri,Town Administrator William Maker,Jr.,Town Attorney CALL TO ORDER-WORK SESSION On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the Work Session was unanimously opened at S:OOPM. Reassessment Project Update -Tom Frey Additionally Present: Susan Thomas,Town Assessor Mr. Frey began by stating how pleased he is with the number of residences that have allowed interior data collection.. Mr. Frey distributed an Update Report dated February 15,2012. Mr. Frey read from his report as follows: Town of Mamaroneck Reassessment Project Update Report to the Town Board February 15,2012 The data collection phase is ongoing and seems to be starting off in the right direction. GAR has four(4)data collectors working in the field currently and has accomplished the following: Number of parcels collected to date 488 Number of interior inspections 107(22%) Number of postcards mailed from exterior inspections 167(48%) Tax Map Section#3 is completed and the collectors are now working in Section#2 and then will move to Section#1. On a Town wide basis, there have been 351 DO NOT ENTER requests and 353 CALL FIRST requests. There are currently 6,000 residential parcels to be collected. 1 have requested a manpower plan from GAR for the data collection phase and they have provided the following: Collect 310 parcels per week over the next 21 weeks 77 parcels per week,per collector(based on 4 data collectors)(15+1--per day) Data collection would be completed in July 2012, weather permitting. Mr. Frey also distributed a pamphlet from the Office of Real Property Tax Services titled The Homestead Tax Option. Mr.Altieri added that if the Villages or School District enact the Homestead Option,the Town must as well,adding you can only do the Homestead Option if you have a done a 1 February 15, 2012 Reassessment. Mr.Altieri also noted that the Town will need to hold special workshops to discuss the Homestead Option. Amendment to Administrative Manual—Anti-Nepotism PolicV Mary Stanton explained that in 2011,the Town had a situation in which two employees became engaged to be married and one was the direct supervisor to the other. Mary continued that although the situation was resolved favorably for everyone,it is in the best interest of the Town to clarify the PolicV and amend the Employee Manual. The Town will add this to the Agenda for the March 7`" Meeting. Update—Complete Streets Supervisor Seligson and Mr.Altieri attended a meeting of the Complete Streets Group,at which their draft Best Practices Plan was presented. Mr.Altieri stated that the Complete Streets Group will submit the final plan in April. Complete Streets is very cognizant of the fact that municipalities have very little funds for projects,adding many of the proposals will be for long range plans or ways to incorporate changes into existing plans or policies. Update—Colonial Avenue/MurraV Avenue Crossing Mr.Altieri stated that the proposed crossing could be a potential issue with the homeowners living nearby,as minor changes need to be made to accommodate handicapped accessibility. Mr.Altieri will be working through some of the issues and will report back to the Board at the March 7`" Meeting. Discussion of E-mail Management The Town Board was advised that they should be maintaining emails based on the State's Retention Schedule, MU1. The Board was advised that just saving all emails or deleting old emails is not an option. The Town will be working with specific Board Members on best practices and on creating folders and retentions for emails. Mr.Altieri and Ms. Battalia advised the Board that they are working with the Town Records Advisory Committee and the New York State Archives on creating an E-mail PolicV& Procedures. ADDED ITEM Weaver Street Bridge Mr.Altieri advised the Board that he was contacted bV New York State with notice that funds had become available for work on the Weaver Street Bridge,and that this has become a State priority. . Mr.Altieri noted an upcoming coordination meeting. Additionally,there is talk of work to begin at the Rockland Avenue Bridge in the Village of Mamaroneck. Mr.Altieri will keep the Board apprised. Review of Board of Architectural Review Legislation (BAR) In preparation of a meeting with the BAR,the Board reviewed the Town Legislation creating the BAR. The Board will send this legislation to the BAR Members for their review as well. Association of Towns The Board reviewed the Resolutions prepared bV the Association of Towns for approval at the upcoming Association's Annual Meeting. Supervisor Seligson was designated to be the Town's representative at that meeting and will be asked to cast the Town's vote. New Business The Board anticipates making appointments to the Zoning Board,Traffic Committee and Coastal Zone 2 February 15, 2012 Management Commission at the March 7`" meeting,adding possibly a number of members will move from one Commission/Board to another. Meeting with Town Prosecutors The Town Board will invite the Town Prosecutors to a March Town Board Meeting. Supervisor Seligson noted that Mayor Josh Mandell has requested to come to the Town Board's next Work Session to discuss healthcare benefits for Town Employees and Elected Officials. The Board will invite Mayor Mandell to the March 7t" meeting. The Members of the Town Board decided to enter into a closed session for a political caucus. CLOSED SESSION Political Caucus CALL TO ORDER The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Seligson at 8:10 PM, she then pointed out the location of the exits. Supervisor Seligson noted the agenda items discussed during Work Session, reiterating to the audience that the Work Session is open to the public. SUPERVISOR'S REPORT Supervisor Seligson noted that all of the documents that the Board is discussing this evening are available on the Town's Web-site for review. Supervisor Seligson thanked Christina Battalia for her work on this. Supervisor Seligson noted that there has been discussion through the community regarding recent crimes, adding that on February 8`"the Town held a public Crime Prevention Workshop. Detectives Mehlrose, Edmonds and Martinez led the discussion.The Town also held a Police Summit with surrounding Police Departments,adding the Departments'are working well together on making progress with respect to recent crimes and overall to make our communities safe. The Town Board attended the Fire Department's Installation Dinner at Beach Point Country Club, adding this is always a wonderful event at which the Town has a chance to show its appreciation to the many volunteers for their dedication. Supervisor Seligson reported that with the retirement of Justice Dolores Battalia,the Town Board has been busy interviewing candidates for that position. The Board anticipates making that appointment at the next Town Board Meeting. The Town is still enjoying no snow,although Supervisor Seligson does enjoy snow,from a Town Budget point of view this is a very good thing. 3 February 15, 2012 CITIZEN'S COMMENTS Irving Scharff,of 334 Richbell Road addressed the Board asking if the Town has held public meetings with regard to reassessment. The Board responded that it has held numerous public meetings on the subject of reassessment; letters have gone out to all residents and the Town's workshops have been running continually on LMC-TV. Kim Larson, representing the Safe Routes to School Committee,addressed the Board in favor of the resolution in support of the State Legislation to create a School Zone on Boston Post Road between the High School and the Middle School. PUBLIC HEARING(S) — The following Notice of Public Hearing is entered into the record as follows: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Section 130 of the Town Law of the State of New York,and pursuant to a resolution of the Mamaroneck Town Board of, adopted Wednesday, February 1,2012 a Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, February 15,2012 at 8:00 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 "Elimination of the Historic Records Committee" Purpose: The Town Board finds that due to the upgrades in the Town's archiving standards there no longer is a need for the Historic Records Committee. This law eliminates that committee. The Town Board wishes to thank all of the members of that committee who over the years have helped the Town tremendously. The full text of this Amendment may be examined and copies obtained at the Town Clerk's office during regular hours, Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, In June, July and August until 4:00 PM 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. BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK CHRISTINA BATTALIA TOWN CLERK Published: February 8,2012 On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the Public Hearing was unanimously opened. Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone wished to comment on the proposed Local Law. On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the Public Hearing was unanimously closed. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,it was unanimously 4 February 15, 2012 RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board finds that the adoption of the proposed local law"Elimination of the Historic Records Committee" Law is hereby declared to be a Type II Action,with no impact under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act(SEQRA)and requiring no further action. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the following Local law was approved: Local Law No. 2-2012 This local law shall be known as the"Elimination of the Historic Records Committee" law. BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck Section 1—Purpose: The Town Board finds that due to the upgrades in the Town's archiving standards there no longer is a need for the Historic Records Committee. This Law eliminates that committee. The Town Board wishes to thank all of the members of that committee whom over the years have helped the Town tremendously. Section 2—Amendment of a current section of the Mamaroneck Code: Section 5-9 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby is repealed and nothing is substituted in its place. Section 5-9 will be marked "Reserved"in the Town Code. 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. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Seligson,then on motion of Commissioner Wittner, seconded by Commissioner Odierna,the Board of Fire Commissioners was unanimously declared open. Present were the following Members of the Commission: Commissioner: Nancy Seligson Commissioner: Phyllis Wittner Commissioner: Ernest C. Odierna Commissioner: Abby Katz Commissioner: Jaine Elkind Eney 1. FIRE CLAIMS Commissioner Katz presented Fire Claims for authorization of payment,thereafter on 5 February 15, 2012 Commissioner Katz'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: 911 Wear TMFD Patches 575.00 AAA Emergency Supply Scott Air Pak Repair,Carbon Monoxide 191.28 Cablevision Cable Service 1/23-2/22/12 117.89 Carrot-top Industries Flags 184.72 Cleaning Systems Cleaning Supplies 252.38 G&K Services Mats and Towels 96.73 Kaplan Continuing Ed Unlimited Fire and EMS Access 1,020.00 Oakland Beach Deli Lunch for Training Drill- 12/20/11 75.00 Poland Springs Water Water Cooler Rent 12/19/11-1/18/12 68.97 Sound Shore Chief's Assoc. Annual Dues 300.00 Sound Shore Pest Control, Inc. Exterminating Service-1/26/12 65.00 The Hardware Group Nails 3.82 Town of Mamaroneck Fire Dept Reimb. For Plantings from Tony's Nursery 255.09 Villa Maria Pizza Food for FAST Drill 68.28 W.J.W.W. Water Charges 12/31-3/31/12 100.00 Total: $3,374.16 The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye Commissioner Katz Aye Commissioner Odierna Aye Commissioner Wittner Aye Commissioner Seligson Aye 2. Other Fire Department Business The Commission noted the upcoming"Fire On Ice Fundraiser".This event will be held to raise funds for Robert"Bobbie" Del Vecchio's son Milo's education. There being no further business to come before the Commission,on motion of Commissioner Odierna, seconded by Commissioner Wittner,the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board reconvened. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Appointments—Board of Ethics,Town Historian On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilman Odierna,it was unanimously RESOLVED,that Theodore Hecht be appointed to the position of Member C of the Town of Mamaroneck Board of Ethics,and 6 February 15, 2012 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that the foregoing appointment shall be effective immediately upon the appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York Town Law and shall expire on December 31, 2014. Supervisor's Appointment BE IT RESOLVED,that the Supervisor does hereby appoint Lynne Crowley,as Town Historian,and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that the foregoing appointment shall be effective immediately upon the appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York Town Law. 2. Authorization—Ice Rink Design Contract Mr.Altieri read from his memo to the Town Board as follows: The 2012 Capital Improvement Plan includes Phase 1 of the Hammocks Ice Rink Improvement Project. Phase 1 of the project includes replacement of the dehumidification system, replacement of the rink lighting system, replacement of the ventilation system and upgrades to the fire alarm system. We have estimated the total cost of this phase including design at$430,000. The original review and feasibility study for this project was prepared by Ward Associates back in 2010. At that time, we also discussed with Ward Associates to act as design consultants should the project be approved for construction. This past December, Ward Associates was taken over by BBS Architects and Engineers of Long Island. Many of the staff of Ward Associates has moved over to BBS. Jill Fisher and 1 spoke with the President of BBS and members of their staff to discuss their experience with similar projects. They have extensive experience in municipal construction primarily in Long Island, however they have done some work for Westchester County. In reviewing their credentials it would appear that the new consolidated firm provides even greater value to the Town. BBS has its own staff of mechanical engineers which will be critical to this phase of the Ice Rink Project. In addition, the engineers and architects are LEEDS certified meaning they have backgrounds in green construction techniques which will also be important. On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney,seconded by Councilwoman Wittner,it was RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the contract with BBS Architects and Engineers of Long Island for design and services for Phase 1 of the Hommocks Ice Rink renovations,and BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED,that this approval is subject to BBS Architects and Engineers having this project ready for bid pricing no later than May 31,2012,and 7 February 15, 2012 BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED,that this approval is subject to BBS Architects and Engineers supplying the Town with variable and comparative pricing for levels of energy savings for the project. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 3. Dedication—Championship Drive On motion of Councilwoman Katz,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the following was approved, WHEREAS,the subdivision known as Elmcroft Estates was approved a number of years ago,and WHEREAS,the Town is in receipt of such documentation including as-built surveys, subdivision plans, utility plans, public and private easements agreements,Westchester County Board of Health Approval Letters, Homeowner's Agreement Policies, Inspection Records and Material Certifications,and WHEREAS,the Building Department and Highway Department have performed final inspections on all public improvements for Championship Drive and now deem it to be in good standing for Town dedication and acceptance,and WHEREAS,the Town will hold a performance bond in the amount of$32,000 for one year in the event that any public improvements should fail during that period. NOW THERFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby dedicate and accept Championship Drive and a portion of Wesleyan Avenue as Town Roads,subject to the developer providing the Town with a Deed Transfer Title to be recorded with the County Clerk's Office,and that the Town receive the five additional homeowner's Deeds for those properties abutting Championship Drive to demonstrate that these deeds properly sate the property lines as not being to the center line of Championship Drive. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 8 February 15, 2012 4. Authorization—Renewal of Southeast Consortium Agreement On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,it was RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the renewal agreement for the year 2012 between the Town of Mamaroneck and South East Consortium to provide special recreational programming for residents with various developmental disabilities and special needs. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 5. Resolution—Safe Routes to School Legislation On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the following was approved, WHEREAS,the Boston Post Road (US Route 1)is a heavily traveled road through the Town of Mamaroneck and the Village of Mamaroneck,going past a number of community schools,and WHEREAS,the Town of Mamaroneck wishes to designate a speed zone on West Boston Post Road (US Route 1) between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM on schools days, between Winthrop Avenue in the Town and the entrance to Town Hall, located at 740 West Boston Post Road,in the Village,and WHEREAS, under New York State law Towns and Villages are unable to regulate speed limits on New York Route 1. NOW THERFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby support the legislation introduced in the New York State Assembly as A8653, by Assemblyman George Latimer and introduced in the New York State Senate as S6290, by Senator Suzi Oppenheimer authorizing the Town of Mamaroneck and the Village of Mamaroneck to designate a portion of New York Route 1 as a school zone. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 9 February 15, 2012 6. Extension—Hommocks Field/Hommocks Pool Landscape Contract On motion of Supervisor Seligson,seconded by Councilwoman Wittner,the following was approved, WHEREAS,On March 4,2009 the Town awarded Contract TA-09-02 to PA Ferraro Landscaping of Brewster, NY for grass maintenance at the Hommocks field for the years 2009 and 2010 at the price of$8,950,and WHEREAS, that contract provided for the Town, at its discretion, to extend the contract for up to two additional years,and WHEREAS,on March 16,2011 the Town Board approved the extension of Contract TA-09-02 to PA Ferraro Landscaping of Brewster, NY for grass maintenance at the Hommocks field for the year 2011. NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby extend Contract TA- 09-02 to PA Ferraro Landscaping of Brewster, NY for the year 2012 at the cost of $8,950,and BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED,that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said contract extension on behalf of the Town. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 7. Authorization—Collection of Water Arrears WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 654 of the Laws of the State of New York of 1929,as amended,and to the resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Westchester Joint Water Works at a meeting held on January 23, 2012 at which the list of arrears for water charges to the various properties in the Town of Mamaroneck as of June 30,2011, in the aggregate amount of $20,597.66,were certified. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the inclusion in the 2011 tax levy of the Town of Mamaroneck, the arrears for water charges to the various properties in the Town of Mamaroneck as of June 30,2011, in the aggregate amount of$20,597.66. 10 February 15, 2012 The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 8. Salary Authorization—Recreation On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,it was RESOLVED,that as provided for in the 2011 and 2012 Town Budget the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to the following: HOMMOCKS POOL—Retroactive 2/7/12(continuous) Jeff Meyers Lifeguard $10/hr Devon Bonadonna Lifeguard $9/hr Roisin Reidy Lifeguard $8.75/hr Caroline Washington Lifeguard $9.50/hr Jacob Margolis Lifeguard $9/hr Jonathan Pomeranz Lifeguard $10.75/hr Danielle Puleo Lifeguard $9.25/hr Maura Saporito Lifeguard $9.25/hr Jon Brandom Lifeguard $9.75/hr The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 9. Authorization—Easement Agreement, 8 Wildwood Circle On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the following was approved, WHEREAS,to help sustain the wetlands in the Pryer Manor Marsh,saltwater from Long Island Sound must flow into and out of the marsh with the tides,and WHEREAS,for the saltwater to gain access to a section of the marsh,the Town installed pipes under 8 Wildwood Circle, Larchmont(City of New Rochelle),and WHEREAS,an informal agreement existed between the Town and the owner,on January 20,2012 the owner of 8 Wildwood Circle signed an Easement Agreement with the Town of Mamaroneck formalizing this agreement. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT 11 February 15, 2012 RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the Easement Agreement between Arlette C. Buchman residing at 8 Wildwood Circle and the Town of Mamaroneck,and BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED,that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 10. Set Public Hearing—Amend Tax Status Date On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,it was RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the date for a Public Hearing to Amend the Taxable Status Date from June 1 to May 1,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: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 11. Authorization—Parcel Tagging Agreement On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the following was approved, WHEREAS,the County of Westchester has retained Facet Technologies to take ground level photographs of all parcels in Westchester County by means of a special camera affixed to the top of an automobile, and WHEREAS, the problem with this process is that one must review thousands of photographs in order to identify the front of the home or building and match that parcel to the correct section, block and lot,and WHEREAS,these photographs are vital to the Town's Reassessment Project, but does not have sufficient staff to complete this task. 12 February 15, 2012 NOW THERFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize an agreement with Facet Technologies of Eden Prairie, MN to"tag"the frontal view of the photographs and attach them to their parcels for upploading into the Town's RPS System to update the property cards which is part of the Reassessment Project,at a fee of$7,726.50 (approximately$887 cents per parcel),and BE IT, FURTHER RESOLVED,that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye APPROVAL OF MINUTES On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,it was unanimously RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the Board Minutes from the meeting of January 18,2012. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None REPORT OF COUNCIL Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended the Mamaroneck Chamber of Commerce Meeting,along with Councilman Odierna. The Chamber discussed instituting a ban on plastic bags,as well as the upcoming Saint Patrick's Day Parade. Councilwoman Elkind Eney took a Town tour along with Councilwoman Katz,adding how valuable the overview was. Mr.Altieri was a wonderful guide, adding how impressed she is with the Town.Councilwoman Elkind Eney and Supervisor Seligson attended the Human Rights Committee,they are working on addressing their mission as a Committee and how best to progress in the future. At the Library Board Meeting,along with introducing the new Library Director,the Library Board discussed the needed repairs for the front columns of the Library, and major repairs to the roof. Councilwoman Katz attended the Planning Board Meeting,adding they continue to discuss the Durham Road Subdivision. Councilwoman Katz noted the recent Green Screen Event, noting that the upcoming film"Bag-It"will tie in with Mamaroneck Chamber of Commerce initiative. Councilman Odierna attended the very useful Crime Prevention Workshop session at the VFW with the Police Department and the Community,adding a lot of what was recommended is common sense. Councilman Odierna attended the short noticed meeting called by the Governor. Representing Albany was the Head of the State's Canal System. Not only were the canals a topic, but the meeting also addressed State expenses,as well as costs that are being pushed down to the local communities. 13 February 15, 2012 Councilman Odierna noted the very informative Summit Meeting at which the Larchmont and Mamaroneck Librarians'were the presenters. Councilman Odierna reminded residents that Library card holders can 'check out'eBooks. Supervisor Seligson updated the residents on the Reassessment Project,adding that at the Worksession the Board received an update from Tom Frey,the project Manager and Susan Thomas the Assessor. The Appraisers have completed their work in Section 3 of the Town and are currently working in Section 2. The Appraiser's report states that the access into homes has been very successful. The Town is very pleased with how the project is progressing. Councilman Odierna added that the Town will be holding workshops pertaining to the Homestead Option this summer. ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 9:35 PM Submitted by Christina Battalia 14