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TOWN OF MAMARONECK
TOWN BOARD AGENDA
WEDNESDAY APRIL 17, 2013
THE TOWN BOARD WILL CONVENE—at 5:00 PM, In Conference Room A to discuss:
1. Westchester County Housing Settlement
2. Model Housing Ordinance
3. Urban County Consortium
4. Reusable Bag Law
S. Zoning Board Request Regarding Hearing Notice Signs—Chairman, Zoning Board
6. Approval of Certiorari
8:OOPM CALL TO ORDER— COURTROOM
SUPERVISOR'S SUMMARY REPORT
CITIZENS' COMMENTS
PROCLAMATION —Arbor Day
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
1. Fire Claims
2. Authorization Transfer of Funds—2013 Fire District Capital Projects
3. Other Fire Department Business
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
1. Authorization —Transfer of Funds to Hommocks Ice Rink Trust Fund
2. Authorization —Acceptance of FGEIS SBR/BR Zoning Amendment
3. Resolution —Community Purchasing Alliance
4. Authorization —Sale of Surplus Equipment
5. Salary Authorization— Recreation
6. Approval of Certiorari
7. Cancellation of Public Hearing— Retail Checkout Bag Law
APPROVAL OF MINUTES— April 3, 2013
REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL
TOWN CLERK'S REPORT
NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS— May 1, 2013 & May 15, 2013
Any physically handicapped person needing special assistance in order to attend the
meeting should call the Town Administrator's office at 381-7810.
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON APRIL 17,2013, BEGINNING AT S:OOPM IN
CONFERENCE ROOM A AND CONTINUING AT 8:00 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE
TOWN CENTER,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.
TAKEN OUT OF ORDER
Zoning Board Request Regarding Hearing Notice Signs—Chairman,Zoning Board
Additionally Present:Arthur Wexler,Chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals
Mr.Wexler asked the Town Board to consider giving the Zoning Board some discretion in hearing
applications from residents',who by unforeseen circumstances, may not have met the signage requirement
for notifying the public of their application. For instance,the Zoning Board could not hear from an
applicant,due to the applicant's signage being blown away during the last hurricane. Mr.Wexler would
like the Zoning Board to be able to accept some forms of reasonable compliance. The Town Board also
discussed a two tiered notification,so that when a Zoning application is received that will disturb more
than 50%of the property,a broader notification would be required. Mr. Maker will review this legislation
further.
Reusable Bag Law
Additionally Present: Jay Peitz, Vice President of Public Affairs for the Food Industry Alliance of New York
State, Inc.
Supervisor Seligson stated that the Town has received documents from the law firm of Shamberg Marwell
&Hollis, P.C.that will require additional research by the Town.Supervisor Seligson stated that her office,
with help from Mr. Maker,will be reviewing these documents,adding that this may take some time. Mr.
Maker stated that the Town should consider cancelling the adjourned Public Hearing and at such time
when the Town Board is ready to move forward,a new Public Hearing can be set and published. This was
added as an item to Affairs of the Town for this evening.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the Town Board unanimously
agreed to enter into a closed session in order to receive advice of Counsel.
CLOSED SESSION
Advice of Counsel
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Westchester County Housing Settlement
Model Housing Ordinance
Although listed separately on the Agenda these items were discussed in tandem.
Supervisor Seligson wanted the Town Board to be aware of the recent ruling against the County Executive's
policy of not requiring landlords to accept any 'sources of income' from tenants. The County says they will
now comply with this requirement agreed to in the Housing Settlement.
Supervisor Seligson and Anna Danoy attended the Urban County Consortium meeting with Norma
Drummond and Mike Blau, including other Westchester Municipalities, to discuss the recent letter the
Municipalities received from the Federal Monitor. The consensus was that the tone of this letter was quite
different from previous correspondence and although not required, a response was seriously warranted.
Supervisor Seligson stated that municipalities were advised to review the letters for inaccuracies.The Town
asked for an extension of time to respond, and now has until May 18`", to respond. This Meeting was also
an opportunity to notify attendees of which municipalities have adopted a Model Ordinance, as well as
how many affordable units are currently under way in the County. Eleven out of 33 of the eligible
municipalities have adopted a form of the Model Housing Ordinance.
The Town Board reviewed the Town's timing regarding an adoption of a Model Housing Ordinance, and
stated that Mr. Maker should include the Model Housing Ordinance in the Zoning Amendment the Town is
currently working on.
Supervisor Seligson and Mr. Altieri asked the Housing Authority to meet with them to discuss adding
additional affordable housing to the Hommocks Apartments to meet the requirements of the Model
Housing Ordinance. There are some legal issues that need to be discussed further, notably whether adding
additional affordable housing would affect future bonding.
Urban County Consortium
Supervisor Seligson explained that the Town should consider rejoining the Consortium. Although there are
some Municipalities that do not anticipate applying for funding through Community Development Block
Grants anytime in the near future, there are other Municipalities that have a significant need for this
funding and the Town's participation in the Consortium affects that.
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Seligson at
8:00 PM, she then pointed out the location of the exits.
SUPERVISOR'S SUMMARY REPORT
Supervisor Seligson noted that the Town Board met for a worksession beginning at 5:00 PM this evening,
adding this is an open meeting that all residents'are welcomed to attend.
Supervisor Seligson announced that with the help of the Larchmont and New Rochelle Rotary Clubs,as well
as the Iona Fraternity Pi Kappa Phi,a cleanup of the Premium March took place. The Town displayed
photos on wide screen of the cleanup project. Supervisor Seligson explained that this area was hit hard by
Super Storm Sandy, noting that the forest area was leveled. Tree stumps and limbs,as well as floatable
garbage,were pushed up into the marsh. Supervisor Seligson is happy to report that the volunteers
reestablished the trail,designated the entrance with logs,and removed construction debris from the river
and many bags of garbage and recyclable debris from the marsh.On April 28,the Town will hold a clean-up
day at the Hommocks Conservation Area,which was also hit hard by Super Storm Sandy.
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Construction at the Cambium,formerly known as Forest City, has begun and the Town, has received
complaints from residents about the noise. Residents asked for clarification of the Town's Noise
Ordinance. Supervisor Seligson described the Town's Noise Ordinance and the three phases that will take
place for the project,over the next 22 months. Notices explaining the construction timing and noise
ordinance will be distributed to the residences in the affected area.
Informal meetings for revaluation continue until April 22 with GAR Associates. On April 21,the League of
Women Voters will hold a Sustainable Yard Sale,with the proceeds going to the Hommocks Ice Rink Trust
Fund for the renovationof the ice rink.Supervisor Seligson stated that she has heard from a number of
residents who are unhappy with the parking increase for seniors'in the 24 Hour Parking Lot.Supervisor
Seligson explained the Town's parking fee policy was to bring the fees in line with other municipalities;this
is a policy the Town has been working with for the past few years. Supervisor Seligson also noted that the
Town is the only municipality to offer a discounted senior rate.
Supervisor Seligson stated that the Town is among the 31 eligible Westchester municipalities who received
correspondence from the Federal Monitor.The Monitor is working for the Office of Housing and Urban
Development(HUD)on the Westchester County Affordable Housing Settlement. Supervisor Seligson stated
that this letter was the most focused and personalized that the Town has received. There has been a flurry
of meetings in response to the letters',and concern over possible inaccuracies. The Town will respond
tothe Monitor's letter by May 18. Supervisor Seligson noted that although these letters were addressed to
the local Municipalities,we are not a party to the suit.
Supervisor Seligson noted the sadness we all feel over the bombings in Boston and what a tragedy it is.
Residents'should feel confident that our emergency responders are well trained and well equipped.
CITIZEN'S COMMENTS
Ruth Campanelli addressed the Town Board,stating that although she frequently comes representing the
Larchmont Gardens'Civic Association,tonight she is here as a resident. Ms. Campanelli is requesting the
Town consider issuing temporary train station parking passes for those residents who may only need
station parking a few times a year. Ms. Campanelli stated that although she understood that revaluation
was not supposed to take into account basement areas,she thinks the difference between a 'cellar'and a
finished basement should be assessed differently. Supervisor Seligson responded that GAR is using a mass
appraisal process versus an appraisal process used for selling a home,adding that the general condition
and size of the home is evaluated and not on dollar amounts for specific finishes. Ms. Campanelli asked
whether the fencing in the Gardens' Lake is meant to be visible and Mr.Altieri responded yes.
PROCLAMATIONS -Arbor Day
ARBOR DAY TREE CITY U.S.A.AWARD
WHEREAS, Friday,April 26,2013 is recognized by the Town of
Mamaroneck as Arbor Day,a special day set aside for the
celebration and planting of trees.
WHEREAS, This year marks the 22nd year the Town of
Mamaroneck has been recognized as a "Tree City U.S.A." by
the National Arbor Day Foundation. The Tree City U.S.A.
Award indicates that the Town of Mamaroneck takes its
tree-care responsibilities seriously with an effective
community forestry program; and
WHEREAS, Trees make a world of difference in our communities. Trees
have long been recognized for the beauty and value they
lend to homes, neighborhoods, parks and business areas. At
the same time,those trees conserve energy, help clean the
air, protect rivers and streams, and provide a home for
wildlife in our towns and cities.
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NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Nancy Seligson,Supervisor,and the members of the Town
Council of the Town of Mamaroneck urge all citizens to participate in programs and activities
designed to furthering the establishment of trees in our community.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Town of Mamaroneck to be
affixed this 17th day of April 2013.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Seligson,and then on motion of Commissioner Wittner,
seconded by Commissioner Katz,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
On motion of Commissioner Wittner,seconded by Commissioner Katz,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:
ASAP ETC. Shipping pagers $ 17.05
AAA Emergency Co. Fire Boots for captain Broderick&Search Bags 396.00
A&M Industrial Supply Altair Vehicle Charger 193.19
A&M Industrial Supply Calibration Gas 417.87
Brewer Hardware Misc Supplies 50.86
Brewer Hardware Misc Supplies 35.86
Byram Mason &Building Supply Shure Kleen and Scrub brush 73.90
Clean Air Company Repair Exhaust Leak on Plymovent System 225.00
Con Edison Gas Charges 3/1/13-4/1/13 765.09
Harbor Marine Services New England Line and Poly Rope 231.00
Hills Signs Equipment Stickers 183.00
Interstate Diagnostics Inc. Physical exam- Nelson Segovia 75.00
Christopher Pallett Misc.Screws&Hardware 36.98
Poland Spring Rent for Water Cooler and Dispenser 2/19-3/18/13 99.96
Ricoh Americas Corp. Copier Contract for 3/22-4/21/13 204.35
Joseph Russo Food for April 2013 Drill 320.11
Sound Shore Chief's Assoc Yearly Dues for 2013 300.00
Sound Shore Pest Control Exterminating Services-3/27/13 65.00
Jason Vacchio Paint for Ground Ladders 45.11
Verizon Wireless Wireless service from 2/27-3/26/13 246.62
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Avet Drill 4/7/13 117.00
Westech Elevator services Maintenance for April 2013 175.00
Westchest.Cty Assoc of Fire Chiefs 2013 Yearly Dues 200.00
Total: $ 4,473.95
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
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2. Other Fire Department Business
On motion of Commissioner Elkind Eney,seconded by Commissioner Wittner,it was
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Board of Fire Commission does hereby
approve the transfer of$55,000.00 from the Fire District Surplus into the Fire
District Capital Projects for the replacement of the Fire Chief's vehicle and the
replacement of various fire house as provided for in the 2013 Fire District
Budget as outlined by the Town Comptroller as follows:
BUDGET AMENDMENT- INCREASE 2013 FIRE DISTRICT BUDGET
4/17/2013 TOWN BOARD MEETING
FIRE DISTRICT FUND(FUND SF):
INCREASE BUDGET:
SF.0000.5995 APPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE $ 55,000.00
SF.3410.2107 AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT $ 35,000.00
SF.3410.2135 FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT $ 20,000.00
REPRESENTS ANTICIPATED USAGE OF FIRE DISTRICT UNRESERVED FUND
* BALANCE
TO FUND PURCHASE OF 1 FIRE CHIEF VEHICLE&HOSE EQUIPMENT ORIGINALLY
REQUESTED IN 2013 CAPITAL BUDGET.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
Commissioner Wittner read the Fire Report for the Month of March as submitted by Chief Russo
as follows:
March 2013
ALARM TYPE NUMBER
Generals 12
Minors 20
Stills 5
Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 0
EMS 43
Drills 8
TOTAL 88
Total number of personnel responding: 495
Total time working: 46 hours and 15 minutes
Commissioner Wittner read,then the Board of Fire Commissioner's accepted,the Service Awards Report
for the V Quarter 2013 as follows:
ATTACHMENT A
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There being no further business to come before the Commission,on motion of Commissioner Wittner,
seconded by Commissioner Elkind Eney,the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board
reconvened.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
8. Authorization—Transfer of Funds to Hommocks Ice Rink Trust Fund
On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the following was approved,
WHEREAS, in March of 2013,the Hommocks Ice Rink was used as a television site by
NBC Universal,and
WHEREAS, the fee of $15,000.00 was debited to the Town's use of money accounts
as a lease payment,and
WHEREAS, as this revenue was not anticipated in the Town's 2013 Budget, the
recommendation is to transfer these funds to the Hommocks Ice Rink Trust Fund.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve
the following transfer of funds as detailed by the Town Comptroller as follows:
BUDGET AMENDMENT-TRANSFER FROM GENERAL FUND TO TRUST FUND
4/17/2013 TOWN BOARD MEETING
GENERAL TOWN WIDE FUND(FUND A):
INCREASE BUDGET:
A.0000.5995 APPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE $ 15,000.00
A.9900.9908 TRANSFER TO TRUST FUND $ 15,000.00
* (REPRESENTS TRANSFER TO ICE RINK TRUST FUND FROM GENERAL TOWNWIDE FUND-
$15,000 LOCATION FEE RECEIVED FOR FILMING AT HOMMOCKS ICE RINK ON 41312013)
* TRUST A/C#T.0000.0109(ICE RINK TRUST) $ 15,000.00
(FOR THE PURPOSE OF VARIOUS IMPROVEMENTS TO THE FACILITY)
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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9. Authorization—Acceptance of FGEIS SBR/BR Zoning Amendment
Supervisor Seligson stated that the Town Board has been working on this zoning change for many months.
Supervisor Seligson stated that the next steps are to send out the Notice of Completion, to draft an
Ordinance,and then send that draft to the Planning Board for their 45 day review period.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the following was approved,
WHEREAS, the Town Board, as Lead Agency for the SEQRA review of the proposed
amendments to the Town's "B" and "SB" zoning districts (the "Project"), has
completed a Final Generic Environmental Impact Statement dated March 2013.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Final Generic Environmental Impact Statement dated March 2013
for the Project hereby is accepted by the Town Board, as Lead Agency for the SEQRA
review of the Project,and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator hereby is directed to file and serve a Notice
of Completion of this Final Generic Environmental Impact Statement in the manner
prescribed by law.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
10. Resolution—Community Purchasing Alliance
WHEREAS, In the ongoing effort to reduce Town costs for goods and services in compliance with New
York State purchasing laws and the Town's Internal Control Policy, Town purchases are
secured through competitive bidding, New York State Contract Pricing and various
intermunicipal agreements; and
WHEREAS, New York State recently amended the General Municipal Law as it relates to participation
in purchasing contracts allowing municipalities the opportunity to participate in certain
federal contracts as well as contracts let by out of state political subdivisions(cities,towns,
villages,counties,states); and
WHEREAS, the U.S, Communities Purchasing Alliance is a government purchasing cooperative that
reduces the cost of goods and services by aggregating the purchasing power of public
agencies nationwide; and
WHEREAS, this is accomplished through the execution of so-called Master Intergovernmental
Cooperative Purchasing Agreement between "Lead Public Agencies" who competitively
solicit goods and services and "Contract Suppliers"who supply said goods and services,and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the U.S. Communities Alliance, Master Agreements are made available
by Lead Public Agencies to "Participating Public Agencies" who may purchase the goods
and services available through the agreements under the same terms, conditions and
pricing provided to the Lead Public Agencies,and
WHEREAS, there is no cost to Public Agencies participating in the U.S. Communities Purchasing Alliance
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and as a Participating Public Agency, the Town of Mamaroneck is afforded another
competitive pricing approach to procuring goods and services; now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Town of Mamaroneck is hereby authorized to register the Town of Mamaroneck as
a member in the U.S. Communities Purchasing Alliance.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
11. Authorization—Sale of Surplus Equipment
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,it was
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby declare the
following vehicles to be surplus and authorizes the Town Administrator to
initiate the sale of this equipment using the on-line auction system.
Fleet 2171996 Chevy pickup-Highway
Fleet 75 1999 Ford bus-Admin/Senior
Fleet 115 1999 Mack garbage truck-Sanitation
Fleet 2041993 Chevy 6 wheel dump truck -Highway
Fleet 25 2002 Dodge sedan-Police
Sanit.Comm. EZ Pack Trailer surplus
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
12. Salary Authorization—Recreation
On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,it was
RESOLVED,that as provided for in the 2013 Town Budget the Mamaroneck Town
Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to the following:
Hommocks Pool—Effective 4/15/13—6/14/13
Owen Hurley Lifeguard $8.25/hr
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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13. Approval of Certiorari
On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,it was
RESOLVED,that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following tax
certiorari on the following terms:
32 Bonnie Way
Block: 104 Lot: 40
Town of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2011 $27,000 $10,305 $16,695
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
7. Cancellation of Public Hearing—Retail Bag Law
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the following was unanimously
approved,
WHEREAS,the Town Board is reviewing additional information regarding this Proposed
Legislation and will reset and publish a new Public Hearing date in the near future.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby cancel the Public
Hearing on the Legislation "Limiting the Use of Specific Types of Plastic Bags
Law" that was previously adjourned until May 1,2013.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilman Odierna,it was
unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve
the Board Minutes from the Meeting of April 3,2013.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
REPORT OF COUNCIL
Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended the Board of Architectural Review Meeting,at which they approved
the Winged Foot employee residence and continue working on the fencing application from Bonnie Briar.
Although the Recreation Commission did not meet this month,Councilwoman Elkind Eney announced the
closing of the Memorial Park Tennis Courts for resurfacing.Councilwoman Elkind Eney announced that
registration for tennis is open and spring and summer program registration is on-going. Councilwoman
Elkind Eney attended the Library Board Meeting,adding that two additional writing classes are now taking
place,a memoir writing class and an on-line genealogical class. The next Friends of the Library reading will
be by the author of The Gift of an Ordinary Day and an upcoming Jazz Concert by the University of Albany
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professor will take place on April 28`". Councilwoman Elkind Eney also noted her attendance at the Human
Rights Committee Meeting regarding the Martin Luther King,Jr. Celebration,their topic was where do we
go from here? Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended the Summit Breakfast at which the Superintendants'of
the local School Districts'spoke.Councilwoman Elkind Eney noted her attendance at the League of Women
Voters Breakfast and the Westchester Municipal Officials Association Dinner.
Councilwoman Katz noted the well attended Spelling Bee sponsored by the Library, noting that Supervisor
Seligson was a wonderful Judge. Councilwoman Katz attended the 'George and Judy Coffee'at the Nautilus
Diner.Councilwoman Katz attended the Traffic Committee Meeting,at which they discussed the recent
incident involving a child who was struck by a car. The Committee is discussing additional signage at the
Hommocks School to better alert drivers that they are in a school zone.Councilwoman Katz attended the
Planning Board Meeting,at which they continue to discuss the applications' regarding Bonnie Briar and
Durham Road.Councilwoman Katz attended the Village of Larchmont Committee on the Environment,as
well as those events previously noted by Councilwoman Elkind Eney.
Councilman Odierna attended the Library Spelling Bee,as well as the League of Women Voters Breakfast.
Councilman Odierna noted the League of Women Voters topic of mentoring,adding the men should be
represented by a similar organization.Councilman Odierna attended the Westchester Municipal Officials
Association Dinner, noting that Brian Conybeare from News 12 spoke of the Tappan Zee Bridge Project.
Councilman Odierna noted he is very pleased to see the addition of the public transportation future option
to the Tappan Zee Project.Councilman Odierna spoke of the wonderful cleanup of the Premium Marsh,
emphasizing what a worthy cause this was.Councilman Odierna wished his Grandson Noah, Happy
Birthday!
Councilwoman Wittner added to the discussion of the Premium March Conservation Area an
announcement that the area was visited by the Department of State(DOS). Individuals from the DOS who
represent the State's Significant Habitats came on April 8`". Councilwoman Wittner is happy to report that
the representatives'from the DOS were very pleased with what they saw,adding that the Premium Marsh
will continue with its'distinguished designation as a Significant Habitat. Councilwoman Wittner thanked
Elizabeth Paul for maintaining the biological integrity so effectively over the years for this Town treasure.
Councilwoman Wittner noted the sad passing of a former Volunteer Fire Fighter and Board Member of the
Town's Ethics Committee,Valerie Kaufman. Ms. Kaufman was a dedicated nurse and a wonderful example
to her profession.
Supervisor Seligson advised residents of the Washington Square Area to please sign up for the Town's
notification system.Supervisor Seligson stated that the Town considered sending a robo call to residents of
the Washington Square Area about the construction beginning on Byron Place, but learned that only 150
residents,among thousands who live there,were actually signed up to receive them.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the meeting was
unanimously adjourned at 9:20PM
Submitted by
Christina Battalia,Town Clerk
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