HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012_03_07 Town Board Minutes MARCH 7, 2012
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON MARCH 7,2012, 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 Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the Work Session was unanimously
opened at S:OOPM.
Meeting with Mayor Joshua L. Mandell
Mayor Mandell spoke about the increased costs of healthcare benefits to retired employees and elected
officials. Mayor Mandell feels municipalities must confront these ever increasing costs. Mayor Mandell
stressed that unlike pension costs, that are 'ranged based' as a percentage of salary, healthcare costs are
not 'range based' and continue to grow at an average of 8% and up. In the near future, municipalities will
find that healthcare premiums exceed salaries of the highest paid employee. Mayor Mandell believes the
target for reducing these costs lies with retirees, specifically post retirement healthcare. Mayor Mandell
believes that before local governments can push the State on mandate relief, municipalities need to
address their own set of 'mandates'. Mayor Mandell stated that the Village of Larchmont has made some
critical changes in their recent collective bargaining agreements, adding the Village was helped by a
number of recent retirements. New hires now contribute 25% to their healthcare costs, and post
retirement the Village will contribute 50% towards retiree healthcare. Mayor Mandell stated that elected
officials are a special case in that you are bargaining with yourselves; elected officials should be above this
and set a precedent.
Meeting with Board of Architectural Review
Supervisor Seligson stated that the BAR was not invited this evening, adding she believes the Town Board
first needs to create an agenda for that meeting.The Board, again, reviewed the Town Legislation creating
the BAR. Supervisor Seligson asked the Board if they would object to her putting together an agenda to
send to the BAR for their review prior to a meeting. The Board agreed, stressing that this will keep the
discussion on point. The Town Board would like the BAR to participate in creating guidelines for Boston
Post Road; creating a 'look'for the Boston Post Road.
Update -EPA Order
The Town Board reviewed the Illicit Discharge Study Plan submitted to the Federal Environmental
Protection Agency and New York Department of Environmental Conservation by the Town's consulting
engineer, Dolf Rotfeld Associates. The plan lays out the process the Town will follow to investigate the
illegal discharges found in the stormwater system at Pryor Manor Road/Dillon Road and Fenbrook
subdivision. Testing should be completed by the end of this summer, at which time repairs will be
assessed.
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Update -Murray Avenue School Crossing
The Town Board reviewed a letter from the Westchester County Department of Transportation outlining
the requirements that will be imposed in order to establish a school crossing at Murray Avenue. There is a
handicapped requirement in which a ramp will need to be created, and a portion of the double yellow lines
will need to be removed. Councilwoman Wittner read from the County's letter in which they question the
need for this,adding the County thinks it is better for the children to cross at the existing crosswalk.
Due to the added costs and issues, the Board would like this readdressed with the PTA and the Traffic
Committee. Mr. Altieri will put this on the agenda for the Traffic Committee, and give an estimated cost
projection for the project.
Added Items
Meeting—George Oros,Westchester County Department of Facilities
Mr. Altieri and Supervisor Seligson stated that at a recent meeting with George Oros, chief of Staff to
Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino, there was discussion regarding the County's proposal for the
Town taking over County Roads, specifically Murray Avenue and Palmer Avenue. The Board noted
concerns about taking over such large infrastructure, but added the pluses could outweigh the minuses.
The Board will await word from the County regarding an incentive program.
Joint No-Idling Day
Supervisor Seligson noted the upcoming event and asked if any Council Members knew who to contact at
Murray Avenue School to help promote this. Councilwoman Katz suggested contacting the School Traffic
and Safety Committee.
The Board then briefly discussed the recent legislation passed by the City of Rye, banning the use of plastic
bags. The Board would like to keep abreast of how this is working.
Town Services Survey/2013 Budget
The Board discussed how best to facilitate public input in the budget process. One approach the Town
Departments have discussed is to use the 2004 Services Survey within a focus group approach. The Board
discussed the focus groups,the use of a facilitator, costs and concerns. The Board will begin to think about
who could be contacted as a facilitator and analyze those costs. Supervisor Seligson and Councilwoman
Elkind Eney will reach out to their contacts for more information.
Update—Reassessment Project
Supervisor Seligson and Councilwoman Elkind Eney noted a recent meeting with Town resident Robert
Engel. Mr. Engel has been very vocal regarding his concerns about reassessment. The Board felt this
meeting went extremely well. An idea Mr. Engel suggested,was to have a weekly news article with an FAQ
format.The Town has already facilitated this with Paige Rentz,of the Sound and Town. Supervisor Seligson
noted that the Town will have to address the Homestead Option. The Board would like Tom Frey to come
and address this during the July/August Town Board Meetings.
Added Item
Supervisor Seligson asked the Board to bring their calendars to the next worksession as she has a request
to move the May 16`" meeting to May 17`". At the next worksession the Board will also set the July and
August meeting dates if possible.
Taxable Status Date Local Law Valuation Date Amendment
Mr. Altieri clarified for the Board the difference in the Taxable Status Date versus the Valuation Date. This
evening the Board will hold a Public Hearing on the Taxable Status Date and set a Public Hearing for the
Valuation Date.
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Model Housing Ordinance
At a previous worksession,the Board discussed asking Frank Fish of BFJ Planning to review a previous study
they conducted regarding the inclusion of residential zoning in the B-Business Zone and the SB-Zone.The
Board reviewed the current proposal from Mr. Fish,which at$14,000 was higher than they had anticipated.
The Board would like Mr. Fish to resubmit a proposal without Task 3- Zoning Text and Map Amendment'
work,as the Board felt Mr. Maker could do that work.The Board would like to address the Boston Post
Road Corridor with respect to the Housing Settlement,adding that being proactive is beneficial to the
Town.
On motion of Supervisor Seligson,seconded by Councilwoman Wittner,the Board unanimously agreed to
enter into an Executive Session to discuss Certiorari and a License Agreement.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Certiorari
License Agreement
On motion of Supervisor Seligson,seconded by Councilwoman Katz the Board unanimously agreed to
resume the Regular Meeting.
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.
TAKEN OUT OF ORDER
1. Appointment—Town Justice
Supervisor Seligson asked that the agenda be modified to move up the Appointment of Town Justice.
Supervisor Seligson stated that she and the Board are pleased to announce the appointment of Ronald
Meister to replace Dolores Battalia as Town Justice. Justice Battalia served for many years until her
retirement at the end of January. Supervisor Seligson invited Mr. Meister to come forward to be sworn in
by the Town Clerk. Mr. Meister,was accompanied by his wife Jane and their children David,Sara and Beth.
Town Clerk,Christina Battalia administered the Oath of Office to Ronald Meister
Justice Meister addressed the Town Board and the audience.Justice Meister thanked the Town Board for
its'confidence and hopes he will repay that by serving justice wisely and fairly through his term. Justice
Meister is proud to be a part of the Town team that makes living here so wonderful.
SUPERVISOR'S REPORT
Supervisor Seligson announced the new Web-site for the Reassessment Project,adding it will be linked
very soon to the Town Web-site. Residents can visit www.mamaroneckreassessment.com.
The Committee on the Environment has spearheaded an effort in which all three municipalities are
involved in showing environmentally focused films.The Town hosted No-Impact Man last Monday evening.
Supervisor Seligson encouraged residents to attend the upcoming films; details are on the Town's Web-site.
The Town continued discussing the Housing Settlement that has been imposed on the 31 communities in
Westchester County. The Town continues to look at ways to increase fair and affordable housing; one of
those being the Boston Post Road Corridor. Specifically,the Town is revisiting a study done eight years ago
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that looked at adding residential zoning to that area.The Town is considering moving forward with a
modest contract to update the previous study.
CITIZEN'S COMMENTS
Irving Scharff,of 334 Richbell Road addressed the Board and asked for a hard copy of the items that would
be on the Reassessment Web-site.
The Board responded,yes of course!
Councilwoman Katz noted for Mr.Scharff,that the Libraries have free computer access and that they are a
good resource for computer use and access to the web.
PUBLIC HEARING — "Amendment to Taxable Status Date" Law
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,adopted on February
15,2012,a Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, March 7,2012 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 "Amendment to Taxable Status Date" Law
Purpose: To co-ordinate the Town's taxable status date with the taxable status date of the
Town of Rye so that the Village of Mamaroneck can discontinue being an assessing unit if it
chooses to do so and to give the Town's assessor additional time within which to determine
the taxable status of properties within the Town.
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 27,2012
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the Public Hearing was
unanimously opened.
Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone wished to comment on the proposed Local Law.
Councilman Odierna noted that it is very important for property owners receiving tax exemptions to be
alerted of this change.
On motion of Councilwoman Katz,seconded by Councilwoman Wittner,the Public Hearing was
unanimously closed.
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On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Supervisor Seligson,it was unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board finds that the adoption of the
proposed "Amendment to Taxable Status Date" 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 Elkind Eney,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the following Local Law was
approved:
Local Law No. 3-2012
This local law shall be known as the"Election to use May 1,instead of June 1 as the Taxable Status Date"
law.
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
Section 1—Purpose:
Under section 283.141 of the Laws of Westchester County,the taxable status date for towns in
Westchester County is June 1 of each year. By Local Law No.3 of 2008,the County of Westchester
amended section 283.141 to allow a town to elect May 1 of each year to be its taxable status date.
The Town Board finds it is in the public interest to use a taxable status date of May 1 because it will
alleviate the timing difficulties with respect to accepting and processing exemption applications,finalizing
other work relating to valuation and meeting the annual deadline for publishing the Tentative Assessment
Roll. It also will make it possible for a Village within the Town to cease being an assessing unit if it chooses
to do so, by following the procedure set forth in Real Property Tax Law§1402.
Section 2—Addition of a new Article to the Mamaroneck Code:
The Code of the Town of Mamaroneck hereby is amended to add Article IX to Chapter 195 thereof.
Article IX Taxable Status and Valuation Dates
§195-40 Legislative Findings and Intent
Under section 283.141 of the Laws of Westchester County,the taxable status date for towns in
Westchester County is June 1 of each year. By Local Law No.3 of 2008,the County of Westchester
amended section 283.141 to allow a town to elect May 1 of each year to be its taxable status date.
The Town Board finds it is in the public interest to use a taxable status date of May 1 because it will
alleviate the timing difficulties with respect to accepting and processing exemption applications,
finalizing other work relating to valuation,and meeting the annual deadline for publishing the
Tentative Assessment Roll. It also will make it possible for a Village within the Town to cease being
an assessing unit if it chooses to do so, by following the procedure set forth in Real Property Tax
Law§1402.
§195-41 Taxable Status Date.
The taxable status date in the Town of Mamaroneck shall be May 1 of each year.
Section 3—Severability:
Should any provision of this Local Law be declared invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent
jurisdiction,such declaration of unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect any other provisions of this
Local Law,which may be implemented without the invalid or unconstitutional provisions.
Section 4—Effective Date:
This Local Law shall become effective upon filing with the Secretary of State.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Seligson,then on motion of Commissioner Katz,
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 Wittner presented Fire Claims for authorization of payment,thereafter on
Commissioner Wittner's motion,seconded by Commissioner Elkind Eney,it was
RESOLVED that this Commission hereby authorizes payment of the following
Fire Department Claims as approved by the Fire Chief and audited by the
Comptroller's Office:
AAA Emergency Supply SCBA Face Mask Repair&Recharge 71.36
AAA Emergency Supply Retirement Plaque 65.00
AAA Emergency Supply Pike Pole Repair 50.00
A&M Industrial Replace Sensors on Solaris Meter 202.28
Amazon.com Screwdriver Set,Wrenches, Ear Protect. 191.29
Amazon.com Misc.Tax Adjustment 47.12
A.S.A.P. Shipping for Radios 15.76
A.S.A.P. Shipping for Radios 12.79
Atlantic Westchester 2nd Semi Annual Billing for HVAC Maint. 1,250.00
Brendan Collins IAFC Annual Dues 229.00
Cablevision Cable Service 2/23-3/22/12 117.89
Chatsworth Cleaners Uniform Alterations 25.00
Cleaning Systems Cleaning Supplies 233.40
Con Edison Gas for Jan.2012 1,371.09
DiMuro Awards LLC Plaque for William Premoroso 155.00
Foley Hardware Light Fixture Parts 8.70
Frank Nask Septic Tank Service Pump and Wash Separator Tank 385.00
G&K Services Carpet/Rag Service Contract 96.73
IKON Financial Services Copier Contract for 1/22-2/21/12 214.57
Global Montello Group 74.7 Gals Diesel for TMFD Tank 261.11
National Standby Repair Repairs to Headquarters Generator 3,995.00
National Standby Repair Generator Repairs 249.48
Poland Springs Direct Monthly Water Rental-Feb. 68.97
Sal's Pizza Food for FAST Drill 96.50
Sound Shore Contracting Kitchen Faucet Repair 90.00
TCD Cellular Comm Membership Decals 100.00
Town of Mamaroneck PFFA Life Insurance Jan.2012 204.36
Town of Mamaroneck PFFA Life Insurance Feb.2012 306.54
United Water Fire Protection 10/6/11-2/14/12 758.85
Verizon Telephone 2/10-3/9/12 333.61
Verizon Wireless Cell Service 12/27-1/16/12 219.66
VillaMaria Pizza Food for Drills 177.48
Westech Elevator February Maintenance 175.00
Total: 11,778.54
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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
Commissioner Wittner noted that at the past Fire Council Meeting,there was significant discussion
regarding the homes on Premium Point. Many of these homes have no house number listed or visible and
many of these homes refer to their address as Point Road. There are problems with dispatching through
the County's Central System. This issue is being addressed with Ron Carpaneto, Director of Land Use and
Building Administration and the Fire Department.
The Council discussed a computer response program that displays the home and the exact location of the
nearest water supply. Unfortunately,the Department did not receive a grant for this.The Village of
Larchmont and the City of New Rochelle have this program and the Town Department feels it would be
very beneficial for them to have it as well.
The Department is working on outsourcing their Web-site maintenance,adding that continuing to do this in
house is too difficult.
The Department is currently in training for non firematic situations such as small space training. Mr.Altieri
added that a number of Town Departments will be participating.
Commissioner Wittner read the Fire Report for the Month of February as submitted by Chief Collins as
follows:
February 2012
ALARM TYPE NUMBER
Generals 21
Minors 25
Stills 1
Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 3
EMS 18
Drills 3
TOTAL 69
Total number of personnel responding: 973
Total time working: 24 hours and 46 minutes
March 2012
ALARM TYPE NUMBER
Generals 21
Minors 18
Stills 1
Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 4
EMS 23
Drills 6
TOTAL 73
Total number of personnel responding: 934
Total time working: 30 hours and 12 minutes
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Ted Hecht,Attorney to the Fire Department has sent the Department's request for waiver of residency to
the State. This was approved by the Commission at a previous meeting. Mr. Hecht's letter was distributed
to the Commissioners.
Commissioner Wittner read,and the Commission accepted,the Service Awards Report for 2011 as
submitted by Frank J.Cioffi,Service Awards Chairman.
Commissioner Wittner announced the upcoming Fire on Ice Fundraiser. This year's proceeds will go to
support the education of Milo DelVecchio. Robert"Bobbie" DelVecchio who was killed last year was a
member of the Fire Department for many years before starting his career with the Town Highway
Department.
The Town Clerk noted that Greg Hubbard the Fire Department Secretary has been busy utilizing the new
part-time Records Clerk in the Clerk's Office to archive and database old Fire Department records.
There being no further business to come before the Commission,on motion of Commissioner
Councilwoman Witmer,seconded by Commissioner Councilwoman Katz,the Commission unanimously
adjourned and the Town Board reconvened.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
ADDED ITEM
Appointment—Zoning Board of Appeals
On motion of Supervisor Seligson,seconded by Councilwoman Wittner,the following was unanimously
approved,
WHEREAS,with the resignation of Robert Viner as member B of the Zoning Board of
Appeals a vacancy now exists.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that Jeffrey L. King be appointed to fill the unexpired term of
Member B,of the Zoning Board of Appeals,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 and shall expire on December 31, 2013.
2. Amendment to Administrative Manual
Supervisor Seligson explained that the Town's Employee Manual did not clearly address nepotism.Through
the advice of the Town's Labor Lawyer an amendment to the Employee Manual has been drafted.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,it was unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the
Amendment to the Employee Manual, Section 2.20 Employment of Relatives,
as drafted by the Town's Labor Lawyer.
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3. Authorization—Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Agreement
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilman Odierna,the following was approved,
WHEREAS,the Town of Mamaroneck wishes to continue an agreement with the County of
Westchester for the enforcement of various traffic laws and to reduce unsafe driving habits.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the Selective Traffic
Enforcement Program Grant—Intermunicipal Agreement between the Town of Mamaroneck
and the County of Westchester,at an annual stipend to the Town in the amount$1,060,for
the term October 1,2011 through September 30,2016,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
4. Authorization—Application for Recertification as Assessing Unit
On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the following was
unanimously approved,
WHEREAS,as required by New York State Department of Taxation and Finance Office of Real
Property Tax Services,the Town of Mamaroneck must recertify itself as an assessing unit.
NOW THERFORE, BE
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby apply for recertification as an
assessing unit,and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED,that the Town Assessor,Susan M.Thomas is hereby authorized to execute said
application on behalf of the Town.
5. Report of Bids—TA-12-02 Reflective Pavement Markings&Striping
The Report of Bids is entered into the record as follows:
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On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the following was approved,
WHEREAS.On February 9,2012 the Town publicly opened and read three bids for
Contract TA-12-02, Reflective Pavement Markings and Striping.
NOW THERFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby award
Contract TA-12-02 to the lowest responsible bidder, Hi-Way Safety Systems Inc.,of
Rockland, MA,at a price$11,869.00 for the year 2012 and $12,169.00 for the year 2013, 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
6. Report of Bids—TA-12-03 Catch Basin Cleaning Services 2012&2013
PART ONE
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the following was
approved,
WHEREAS, since the first award in 2012 of an outside contractor for the catch basin cleaning,the
success of the program has been an effective means of maintaining this infrastructure,and
WHEREAS, because of this success the Town appropriated funds in the 2012 Budget of$29,000 to
clean 273 catch basins,and
WHEREAS,due to the mild 2011/2012 winter,savings can be realized in other areas within the
Highway Fund Budget to make the recommendation to clean 500 catch basins.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the
following Budget Amendment as follows:
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Winer Aye
Seligson Aye
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PART TWO
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On motion of Councilwoman Katz,seconded by Councilwoman Wittner,the following was approved,
WHEREAS,on February 23,2012 the Town publicly opened and read four bids for
Contract TA-12-03,Catch Basin Cleaning Services.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby award Contract
TA-12-03 to the lowest responsible bidder Fred A.Cook Inc,at a total price of$43,500 for the
years 2012 and 2013,for the cleaning each year of 500 Catch Basins,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
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7. Authorization—Amendment to Capital Project 28-04 Justice Court Equipment
Mr.Altieri explained that the Court has received additional grant funds in the amount of$12,000. Previous
grants awarded to the Court have been for lighting in the Courtroom,office furniture and business
equipment. In 2012,the Town plans to install electronic equipment including flat screen televisions and
electronic connections for use by the court and the Town for presentations in the Courtroom.
At this time,the Town Board must amend the Capital Project to reflect the additional grant funds the Court
has received.
On motion of Councilwoman Katz,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the following was approved,
WHEREAS,in 2011 the Town was awarded an additional grant in the amount of$12,000 for
expenditures in the Court, bringing the total amount of grants issued to the Town Court to
$39,043.60,and
WHEREAS,the original Capital Project was established to account for expenditures and
funding for improvements to the Town Court,in the amount of$36,500.00,and
WHEREAS,that Capital Project must be amended to reflect the additional grant received in
the amount of$12,000.00.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve amending Capital Project
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
8. Authorization—Transfer of Funds—Bid Guarantee Deposits
WHEREAS, under New York Municipal Law bidders for competitive contracts are required to
either file a bid bond or a check with their bid in the amount of five percent of the total bid,
and
WHEREAS,these checks are deposited and generally the unsuccessful bidder asks that their
check be returned,and
WHEREAS,the Town has identified eight bid deposits dating back for the period 1993
through 2002 totaling$11,811.04 that were unclaimed.
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forth by the Town Comptroller as follows:
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
9. Salary Authorization—Hommocks Ice Rink
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,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 PARK ICE RINK: 2/28/12 through 6/30/12
Vincent A.Costa Assistant Manager $15.50/hr
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
10. Salary Authorization—Highway Department
On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,it was
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby appoint Michael
Gibson a Laborer assigned to the Recreation Department and the Highway
Department,effective March 8,2012 at an annual salary of$35,822.00.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
11. Set Public Hearing—Change of Valuation Date
Mr.Altieri explained that in addition to the Local Law passed this evening,changing the Taxable Status
Date to May 1 from June 1,the Town must also consider changing the Property Valuation Date.The
following explanation is from Mr.Altieri's memo dated March 5,2012, as follows:
"The Valuation Date is the date upon which the value of each property is based.The assessed
value established on May 1 uses the valuation date of July 1(of the prior year)for the
calculation of taxes for each property. As an example,assessed values established on July 1,
2012 will be used for the following year's calculation of taxes. So,to summarize,assessed
values established on May 1,2012 uses a valuation date of July 1,2011 for the calculation of
property taxes for Town purposes in April of 2013."
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On motion Councilwoman Elkind Eney,seconded by Councilwoman Wittner,it was unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the date for a Public
Hearing on the of "Election to use the Valuation Date used by the New York State
Office of Real Property Tax Services for Equalization Rate Purposes to Value Real
Property within the Town of Mamaroneck" Law,for March 21,2012 at 8:OOPM in the
Court Room of the Town Center,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.
12. Approval of Certiorari
On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,it was
RESOLVED,that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following tax
Certiorari on the following terms:
Hampshire Country Club
Cove Road
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Block 942 Lot 568
Year Current Assessment Reduced Assessment
2006 235,000 171,558
2007 235,000 155,265
2008 235,000 151,284
2009 235,000 140,667
Block 414 Lot 20
Year Current Assessment Reduced Assessment
2006 4,000 2,967
2007 4,000 2,685
2008 4,000 2,616
2009 4,000 2,433
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
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RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve
the Board Minutes from the meeting of February 1,2012.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
REPORTS OF COUNCIL
Supervisor Seligson attended the Association of Towns'Annual Conference in New York City during
Presidents'Week,adding overall it was a valuable experience. Supervisor Seligson and Steve Altieri
recently met with Robert Hoch of Cablevision, regarding an upcoming rate change.Cablevision will be
offering a new type of digital service. Customers with older televisions will need a converter box, but
added that Cablevision has informed the Town that these boxes will be free and delivered to residents who
request them. Residents should look out for mailings from Cablevision regarding these changes.
Due to the lack of snow,Supervisor Seligson is happy to report that this has been good for the Highway
Budget,adding the Department is very happy to be getting some additional projects done with the extra
time and funds.
Councilwoman Elkind Eney,attended the Mamaroneck Chamber of Commerce Meeting.The Chamber,
unfortunately,will not be holding their annual Harbor Fest.The Larchmont Chamber of Commerce is
planning a Restaurant Week for March 26 thru April 1; details can be found at
www.larchmontchamber.com . Local author Bill Broad has anew book titled,"The Science of Yoga"and
will be speaking about it at the Larchmont Library on March 25`"at 4:OOpm. Councilwoman Elkind Eney also
attended the Association of Towns; of note were the workshops on Code Enforcement and Disaster
Preparedness. Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended the Board of Architectural Review Meeting at which
they discussed the expansion of Trader Joe's into the Bellizzi location.
Councilwoman Katz also attended the Association of Towns,and found the workshops on Freedom of
Information and Contract Negotiations to be very good.Councilwoman Katz attended the Planning Board
Meeting,at which they discussed the new parking area for Acura on Fifth Avenue, noting it is almost
complete.The Planning Board will be hearing from Trader Joe's,Winged Foot and the Durham Road
Subdivision in the coming months.
Councilwoman Wittner attended the Coastal Zone Management Commission Meeting.The Commission
discussed the application by Bonnie Briar County Club. Although the Club was not in attendance,the Board
did make the determination that the application would be detrimental to the site,adding they would
rather see them take water from where it floods instead of disturbing the conservation area.The
Commission heard a referral from the Manor Park Society. The issue,or question,is whether the Park
Society will need a Department of Environmental Conservation Permit to do repairs to the pilings. The
Coastal Zone Management Commission will be advising them on that.Councilwoman Wittner advised the
Board that Marc Godick of the Coastal Zone Management Commission will be the liaison to the Town
Board,adding should the Town Board have any questions,they should contact Mr.Godick. The Coastal
Zone Management Commission accepted their 17'h Annual Report of which the Town Board will soon see.
The Commission also agreed to revisit the Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan which was originally created
in 1986, updated in 1999 and is due for an update. The Board Members all attended the Memorial Service
for Lee Bloom. Councilwoman Wittner noted the eloquent remarks made by Steve Altieri. The service was
a moving tribute to Lee. As a reminder the Sheldrake Environmental Center will host its Annual Fundraiser
on March 301"at the Bonnie Briar County Club,adding everyone is invited.
Councilman Odierna noted his enjoyment of the added time between the last meetings in which he spent
time in Barbados aboard the largest sailing vessel in the world. Councilman Odierna noted recent
commentary from the Governor's office regarding his initiatives to make fishing a major sport in New York
State.Councilman Odierna noted with enthusiasm that Kayaking has been added to the Recreation
Brochure, noting his hopes for a launching site at the Sheldrake River.
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ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the meeting was
unanimously adjourned at 9:50PM
Submitted by
Christina Battalia,Town Clerk
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