HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007_06_06 Town Board Minutes June 6, 2007
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON JUNE 6, 2007 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: Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator
William Maker, Jr., Town Attorney
Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
Cindy Atiencia, Deputy Town Clerk
WORK SESSION
Proposed Change Order- Replacement of Engine 51
Chief Matt Peloso and Joe Russo, explained that the new Fire Truck was slated to be
outfitted with new federal requirements for emission systems. The Chief explained that
this system utilizes technology that allows certain particulate matter in the emissions to
be stored in a special filter attached to the engine. On a periodic basis, the engine must
go through what is termed a regeneration, whereby the particulate is burned off at
extreme heat (1,200 — 1,400 degrees). The heat from the regeneration process is then
emitted through the engine's exhaust pipe. Regeneration takes between 20-30 minutes.
Chief Peloso explained the issues with the regeneration process, emphasizing the
Department's concerns. These range from safety to firefighters working around the
vehicles to such problems as those that occurred in Los Angeles, when the sudden
shutting down of the engine caused heat from the exhaust to set trees on fire. The
recommendation of Chief Peloso is to upgrade the size of the engine from a six cylinder
to an eight cylinder diesel engine, whereby avoiding the new technology. The cost of
the upgrade is expected to cost approximately $16,000.00.
The Board agreed with Chief Peloso's recommendation. Mr. Altieri would have an
authorization for a transfer of funds prepared for the next Town Board meeting.
Connect CTY
Mike Liverzani explained the time line for implementation of the new Emergency
Notification System. The Board discussed a press release for June 7, 2007, and the
time line for implementation. The Board agreed to contact County Executive Spano's
office requesting they contact the Town if a County wide notification were to be sent,
thereby avoiding redundancy. The Board discussed a draft of the Emergency
Notification System Policy & Procedure.
Town Constables
The Board reviewed a copy of the Manual being issued to the Town Constables, sample
appearance tickets and Town Constable badges. Town Constables have been issued all
of the above as well as names and addresses of all Town residents. The Board
recommended that lanyards be issued for badges, so the Constables would be easily
recognizable to residents.
Letter from Mr. & Mrs. Hagar
Supervisor O'Keeffe explained that a resident had requested that the Town install a new
curb in front of their property on Bonnie Way. The Board discussed a Town policy in
which new curbing is not installed where none previously existed. They discussed
cost, neighbor notification as well as whether a change in policy was warranted. The
Board agreed that if the resident was willing to pay for the curb installation, the Town
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would maintain it going forward. Mr. Altieri would notify the resident of the Board's
proposal.
Residents of Murray Ave School
Supervisor O'Keeffe notified the Board that she was contacted by residents of Murray
Avenue of an upcoming meeting they would be having with the County regarding the
flooding and drainage issues on Murray Avenue. The meeting would take place at
Murray Avenue School, June 7th, at 7:00 PM. Supervisor O'Keeffe stated that she and
other Board members would attend the meeting. Mr. Maker noted that this did not
constitute a Special Meeting of the Board and therefore, it would not be published as
such.
Correspondence— Larry Miralia
County Legislator Judy Myers received an email from Mr. Miralia. He is concerned
about additional sediment in the East Creek after the April 15th storm. The Board asked
Mr. Altieri to look into this and report back to the Board.
Skating Rink Fees — Mamaroneck Union Free School District
As part of their re-vote budget process, the School Board asked the Town to review the
fees it was charging for use of the Hommocks Ice Rink. The School Board noted that
fees had increased drastically over the past year. During the Town's review process it
was determined that the Town was not charging more but rather the school had
increased their use dramatically by adding the Hommocks Middle School students to
their skating program. It was noted that this information will be forwarded to the School
Board.
Hommocks Pool Update
Mr. Altieri reported that the new floor had been poured; the new epoxy will be inspected
shortly. The pool is expected to open on June 23. The Board discussed the proposed
credit being issued to Town residents for their pool permit fees. Superintendent of
Recreation, Jill Fisher would be sending out a letter to all resident permit holders.
Mr. Altieri also advised the Board of an issue regarding the handicapped accessibility of
the pool ladders. Jill Fisher felt the need to purchase new handicapped ladders and the
Town would be deducting the cost from monies owed to the school district.
Board of Architectural Review (BAR)
Councilwoman Seligson received a letter from Edward Jacobson, Chairman of the
Board of Architectural Review (BAR), requesting the status of finding a new board
member for the BAR. The letter also asked for a response to their request to have a
voice on commercial signage; the BAR would like to have oversight over the Zoning
Board's power regarding commercial signage. The Board had a general discussion
regarding the BAR and what the parameters of their powers are and should be.
Councilman Winick noted that the City of New Rochelle has a policy that if any
substantial commercial development is built, the City requires an architect of their
choice to design it. Councilwoman Seligson stated she liked the City of New Rochelle's
policy.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
On motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe seconded by Councilwoman Wittner the Board
convened into Executive Session to discuss Certiorari.
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor O'Keeffe
at 8:2513M. She then pointed out the location of exits.
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OUT ORDER
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
2. Resolution - Housing Authority
Supervisor O'Keeffe stated that the following item, Affairs of the Town #2, would be
taken out of order. Supervisor O'Keeffe introduced Richard Cherry, Chairman of the
Housing Authority.
Mr. Cherry thanked the Board for this opportunity to address the Board with the
following resolution;
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority
(Authority) under its Lease with the Town of Mamaroneck (Town)
is responsible to pay the Town a payment in lieu of taxes when
the Authority's Reserves are sufficient to meet its long term
needs and its finances are otherwise sound: and
WHEREAS, due to the excellent stewardship of the Authority's
Reserve Funds by Paul Winick former and founding Chair of the
Authority, the Board of the Authority feels that it is now in a
position to make a payment in lieu of taxes,
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED.
That in the next year the Authority will hire an independent
consultant to conduct a capital needs assessment to verify the
adequacy of its Reserves, and
While waiting for such study to be completed the Authority will
make a first payment to the Town in lieu of taxes in the amount of
$40,000.00 representing the approximate annual interest earned
on its Long Term Reserve Fund, and
Upon completion of said assessment, the Authority will review
its financial situation to determine the amount of future
payments in lieu of taxes.
Councilman Winick thanked Mr. Cherry adding, what a pleasure it has been to have
worked with him during their entire tenure on the Housing Authority. He thanked the
Authority for this significant check.
On motion of Councilman Winick seconded by Supervisor O'Keeffe the following was
unanimously approved;
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck formed the Town of
Mamaroneck Housing Authority (the "TMHA") and developed the
Hommocks Park Apartments as affordable housing; and
WHEREAS, during the initial development and construction of
the Hommocks Park Apartments, the Town of Mamaroneck
secured certain grants from Westchester County that were
conditioned upon the TM'IHA maintaining a stipulated 20 percent
of the apartments at the Hommocks Park Apartments in the
Federal Section 8 housing program and applying certain income
guidelines to the non-Section 8 ("Market Rate") units (the
"Grants") and
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WHEREAS, during the period of operation of the Hommocks Park
Apartments from inception to date the participation of units in
the Federal Section 8 program and the application of income
guidelines to the non-Section 8 units has resulted in the HPA
providing a significant benefit to residents of the Town and the
Villages of Larchmont and Mamaroneck (collectively, the
"Villages) in the form of rental housing at below market rents;
and
WHEREAS, the requirements in the Grants of participation of
apartment units at Hommocks Park Apartments in the Section 8
program and the application of income guidelines to Market Rate
units have expired; and
WHEREAS, there is a continuing need in the Town and Villages
for rental housing at below market rates.
NOW THEREFORE, IT IS Resolved by The Town Board as
follows:
1. The TMHA should continue to make at least twenty
percent of the apartment units at the Hommocks Park
Apartments available for rental to participants in the Federal
Section 8 program in accordance with the past practice of the
TMHA; and
2. The TMHA should continue to rent all apartment units at
Hommocks Park Apartments that are not rented under the
Federal Section 8 program under the income guidelines that have
heretofore been in effect; and
3. From time to time the Town Board may determine that
the income guidelines applicable to market rate apartments may
require amendment or modification to meet particular needs
within the Town and Villages. The TMHA should apply such
modification to the income guidelines as the Town Board may
approve by majority vote.
Mr. Altier noted that the Authority has been paying a lease, as well as the payoff of 9
million in bonds; this has been a tremendously successful investment.
PUBLIC HEARING - Phase II Storm Water Annual Report
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Winick, the public
hearing was declared opened.
The Supervisor introduced Liz Paul, Town of Mamaroneck Environmental Planner, she
gave the following overview.
GOOD EVENING. MY NAME IS ELIZABETH PAUL. I AM THE
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER FOR THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK. I AM
HERE TONIGHT TO PRESENT THE 4TH ANNUAL REPORT ON THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE TOWN'S STORM WATER MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM.
THE PHASE II STORM WATER REGULATIONS ARE INTENDED TO
CONTROL "NON-POINT SOURCE"POLLUTANTS LIKE OIL, LITTER,
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FERTILIZERS, PESTICIDES, PET WASTE AND SEDIMENT THAT ARE
WASHED OFF OF LAND AND PAVED SURFACES BY STORMWATER AND
CARRIED INTO OUR STREAMS, RIVERS, PONDS AND ULTIMATELY THE
LONG ISLAND SOUND. TO CONTROL POLLUTANTS THAT CAN COME
FROM SO MANY DIFFERENT PLACES, THE PHASE II REGULATIONS
REQUIRE MUNICIPALITIES TO IMPLEMENT A STORMWATER
MANAGEMENT PLAN THAT INCLUDES:
1.PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH,
2.PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION,
3.THE IDENTIFICATION AND ELIMINATION OF ILLICIT DISCHARGES,
4.CONSTRUCTION SITE STORMWATER RUNOFF CONTROL,
5.POST-CONSTRUCTION STORMWATER RUNOFF CONTROL, AND
&MUNICIPAL GOOD-HOUSEKEEPING PRACTICES
EACH MUNICIPALITY HAS FIVE YEARS TO FULLY IMPLEMENT ITS
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM AND THIS REPORT
SUMMARIZES OUR PROGRESS FOR THE FOURTH YEAR.
4TH ANNUAL REPORT HIGHLIGHTS
1.PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH
THE TOWN HAS PRODUCED AND DISTRIBUTED A VARIETY OF
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS. I BROUGHT SOME EXAMPLES OF THESE
WHICH INCLUDE A CHILDREN'S FACT SHEET AND BOOKMARK. THESE
HAVE BEEN DISTRIBUTED AT LOCAL FESTIVALS, IN THE TOWN CENTER,
AND AT THE TOWN'S KIOSK ON MYRTLE BLVD. WE HAVE ALSO AIRED A
VIDEO ON LMC TV, RUN ARTICLES IN LOCAL PAPERS AND THE TOWN
NEWSLETTER AND HAVE CREATED A STORMWATER WEB PAGE.
2.PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION:
OVER 75 VOLUNTEERS HAVE PARTICIPATED IN THE STORM DRAIN
MARKING PROGRAM. SO FAR APPROXIMATELY 200 CATCH BASINS
HAVE BEEN MARKED WITH THESE BILINGUAL MARKERS. IN ADDITION,
LOCAL GIRL SCOUTS HELPED THE TOWN RESTORE NATIVE PLANTINGS
AT THE LARCHMONT RESERVOIR ALONG THE BANK OF THE
SHELDRAKE RIVER AND VOLUNTEERS HELP US CLEAN UP LITTER.
3.ILLICIT DISCHARGE DETECTION AND ELIMINATION
IN 2005, THE TOWN PASSED A LOCAL LAW THAT REQUIRES
HOMEOWNERS TO OBTAIN A DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATE
PRIOR TO THE SALE OF THEIR HOME THAT CERTIFIES THAT THERE ARE
NO ILLEGAL CONNECTIONS TO THE SANITARY OR STORM SEWER
SYSTEM. A BROCHURE WAS PRODUCED AND DISTRIBUTED
EXPLAINING THE REQUIREMENTS AND WHY THIS IS NECESSARY. AT
THE END OF THIS REPORTING PERIOD, 158 PROPERTIES HAVE BEEN
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INSPECTED AND HAVE BEEN ISSUED DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE
CERTIFICATES.
4.CONSTRUCTION & POST CONSTRUCTION STORMWATER RUNOFF
CONTROL
THE TOWN REQUIRES ALL CONSTRUCTION SITES TO USE EROSION
CONTROL MEASURES AND CONDUCTS ROUTINE INSPECTIONS FOR
COMPLIANCE. IN ADDITION, STORMWATER DETENTION IS REQUIRED
FOR ALL NEW IMPERVIOUS SURFACES GREATER THAN 100 SQ FT.
THE STATE HAS CREATED A MODEL STORMWATER ORDINANCE THAT
ISN'T AS STRINGENT AS OUR OWN SURFACE WATER AND EROSION
CONTROL LAW. BUT, BECAUSE THE TOWN DID NOT ADOPT THIS MODEL
ORDINANCE, WE WERE REQUIRED TO CONDUCT A GAP ANALYSIS OR A
LINE BY LINE COMPARISON OF OUR ORDINANCE TO THE STATE'S
MODEL. THIS WAS COMPLETED THIS YEAR WITH THE HELP OF
ELIZABETH COONEY, THE CHAIR OF CZMC AND LISA HOCHMAN ALSO A
MEMBER OF CZMC. AS A RESULT OF THIS ANALYSIS WE HAVE BEGUN
DRAFTING SOME PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO OUR LOCAL LAW THAT
WILL INCLUDE:
-REQUIREMENTS FOR ROUTINE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF
STORM WATER DETENTION STRUCTURES.
- UPDATES TO THE TECHNICAL LANGUAGE THAT WILL REPLACE
OUTDATED DESIGN TECHNIQUES AND
- THE USE OF THE MOST CURRENT STORMWATER AND EROSION
CONTROL MANUALS
THESE AMENDMENTS WILL NEED TO BE ADOPTED THIS YEAR TO
ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH THE PHASE//REGULATIONS.
E) MUNICIPAL GOOD HOUSEKEEPING
THE TOWN'S GOOD HOUSEKEEPING PRACTICES INCLUDE KEEPING
ROAD SALT IN A COVERED SALT DOME, FREQUENTLY SWEEPING
STREETS, WORKING ON STREAMBANK RESTORATION PROJECTS AND
TRAINING OUR STAFF IN THE SAFE HANDLING OF WASTES AND
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.
THE TOWN HAS ALSO JOINED FORCES WITH THE OTHER
MUNICIPALITIES IN LISWIC— THE LONG ISLAND SOUND WATERSHED
INTERMUNICIPAL COUNCIL TO WORK ON REGIONAL WATER QUALITY
ISSUES, SHARE IDEAS, APPLY FOR GRANT FUNDING AND SAVE MONEY
ON THE DESIGN AND PRINTING OF EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS. LISWIC
HAS HIRED A CONSULTING FIRM TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF THE
CREATION OF A REGIONAL STORMWATER UTILITY DISTRICT. THE FINAL
REPORT WILL BE COMPLETED SHORTLY. IF FEASIBLE, A REGIONAL
DISTRICT COULD ASSUME THE RESPONSIBILITY OF MAINTENANCE OF
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THE STORM SEWER SYSTEM. THE STUDY WILL LOOK AT FINDING
SOURCES, ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND STAFFING NEEDS OF
SUCH A DISTRICT.
AS A MUNICIPALITY, WE HAVE ACCOMPLISHED A LOT DURING THE PAST
FOUR YEARS AND WE WILL FULLY IMPLEMENT OUR STORMWA TER
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM BY THIS TIME NEXT YEAR.
OVER THE WEEKEND I WAS AT THE MAMARONECK VILLAGE HARBOR
FESTIVAL HANDING OUT EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS AND TALKING WITH
RESIDENTS WHEN A GENTLEMAN WALKED UP TO ME AND ASKED ME
WHAT THE TOWN WAS DOING TO IMPROVE WATER QUALITY. THE
TRUTH IS THAT NO MATTER HOW EFFECTIVE THE TOWN'S PROGRAM IS,
IT IS REALLY UP TO THE RESIDENTS TO DO THEIR PART TO REDUCE
STORMWATER POLLUTION. CURB YOUR USE OF FERTILIZERS AND
PESTICIDES ON YOUR LAWNS, FIX LEAKS IN YOUR CARS AS SOON AS
THEY ARE DETECTED, CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR PETS, DON'T LITTER AND
PROPERLY DISPOSE OF HOUSE HOLD HAZARDOUS WASTES AND THE
LONG ISLAND SOUND WILL THANK YOU BY GIVING US A CLEANER
PLACE TO SWIM, SAFER FISH TO EAT AND A HARBOR WE CAN BE
PROUD OF.
The Board members thanked Ms. Paul for her report.
Supervisor O'Keeffe asked if any of the Council members or the audience had
any comments or questions.
Councilwoman Seligson had a few questions which were addressed by Ms. Paul.
David DeSanto, 450 Weaver Street, commented on the lack of trash cans around
the Town.
Supervisor O'Keeffe responded that the Town's problem is really one of leaves
and twigs clogging the storm drains, not one of litter.
Councilwoman Wittner commended Ms. Paul for a job well done, adding most
municipalities hire consultants to prepare this report.
On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilman Odierna the Public
Hearing was unanimously closed.
On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the
Phase II Storm Water Annual Report was unanimously accepted.
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BACK TO ORDER
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner O'Keeffe and on motion of
Commissioner Wittner, seconded by Commissioner Seligson, the Board of Fire
Commissioners was unanimously declared open.
Present were the following members of the Commission:
Commissioner: Valerie M. O'Keeffe
Commissioner: Phyllis Wittner
Commissioner: Ernest C. Odierna
Commissioner: Nancy Seligson
Commissioner: Paul A. Winick
1. Fire Claims
Commissioner Wittner presented fire claims for authorization of payment, thereafter on
Commissioner Wittner's motion, seconded by Commissioner Seligson, 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 Co. $ 75.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co. $ 75.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co. $ 41.50
AAA Emergency Supply Co. $ 30.50
Atlantic Westchester $ 463.02
Avaya $ 51.89
Brake, Clutch & Driveshaft $ 697.90
Brewer Hardware $ 284.60
Carrot-Top Industries Inc. $ 147.76
Clean Air Company $ 423.00
Cleaning Systems $ 588.41
Cleaning Systems $ 230.33
Community Fire Equipment $ 195.00
Con Ed $1,036.90
Corsi Tire $ 811.90
Cygnus Expositions $2,370.00
Dennis Delborgo $ 180.00
G & K Services $ 136.62
Harrison Paint $ 73.90
Giacomo Service Center $ 37.00
Nextel (paid-service was being turned off) $ 422.65
Noco Energy $ 25.00
John Pierce $ 500.00
Pitt Stop Auto Parts $ 59.40
Poland Springs Water $ 57.91
Poland Springs Water $ 6988
Rickert Lock & Safe $ 95.00
TCD $ 327.50
Town of Mamaroneck PFFA $ 330.12
Verizon Wireless $ 1256
Westchester Elevator $ 196.35
Westchester Elevator $ 196.35
Total: $ 10,242.95
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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
2. Other Fire Department Business - SERVICE AWARDS
Commissioner Wittner read from Chief Peloso's report to the Fire Council.
Service Awards for the 1St Quarter 2007 are entered into the record as
ATTACHMENT "A" AT THE END OF THE MINUTES
Mr. Altieri gave the audience a brief overview of the service awards.
On motion of Commissioner Wittner, seconded by Commissioner Winick the report of
Service Awards was unanimously accepted.
Sadly, the Chief reported that Ex-Chief Gordon Albert passed away in December, his
widow will continue to receive his benefits for the duration of his 10 year guaranteed
annuity.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of
Commissioner Seligson, seconded by Commissioner Wittner, the Commission
unanimously adjourned.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Appeal — Tree Permit
Adjourned until June 20, 2007.
2. Resolution — Housing Authority
Taken out of order—see above
3. Set Public Hearing — Bond Resolution — Purchase of a New Garbage Truck
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the
following was approved;
In the Matter
of ORDER
The Increase and Improvement of the CALLING
Facilities of the Garbage District, in the PUBLIC
Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, HEARING
New York
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County,
New York, has caused to be prepared a map, plan and report, including an estimate of
cost, pursuant to Section 202-b of the Town Law, relating to the increase and
improvement of the facilities of the Garbage District, in the Town of Mamaroneck,
Westchester County, New York, being the purchase of a new garbage truck, including
incidental equipment and expenses in connection therewith, at a maximum estimated
cost of$180,000; and
WHEREAS, all conditions precedent to the financing of the capital project hereinafter
described, including compliance with the provisions of the State Environmental Quality
Review Act ("SEQRA"), have been performed, it having been determined that this capital
project is a Type II Action; and
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WHEREAS, it is now desired to call a public hearing on the question of the increase and
improvement of the facilities of said Garbage District, in the matter described above,
and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof, concerning the same, in
accordance with the provisions of Section 202-b of the Town Law; NOW, THEREFORE,
IT IS HEREBY
ORDERED, by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County,
New York, as follows:
Section 1. A public hearing will be held at the Town Hall, in Mamaroneck , New York,
in said Town, on June 20, 2007, at 8:15 o'clock P.M., Prevailing Time, on the question of
the increase and improvement of the facilities of the Garbage District, in the Town of
Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, in the manner described in the preambles
hereof, and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof, concerning the same,
and to take such action thereon as is required or authorized by law.
Section 2. The Town Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause a copy of the
Notice of Public Hearing hereinafter provided to be published once in the official
newspaper, and also to cause a copy thereof to be posted on the sign board of the
Town, such publication and posting to be made not less than ten, nor more than twenty,
days before the date designated for the hearing.
The above resolutions were put to a roll call vote:
Winick Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
5. Resolution — ICLEI
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the
following was approved;
WHEREAS, scientific consensus has developed that Carbon
CO2 and other greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere
have a profound effect on the Earth's Climate; and
WHEREAS, in 2006, the U.S. National Climatic Data Center
confirmed clear evidence of human influences on climate due
to changes in greenhouse gases; and
WHEREAS, the U.S. Conference of Mayors endorsed the 2005
U.S. Mayors' Climate Protection° Agreement initiated by
Seattle Mayor Nickels and signed by 238 mayors in the United
States as of June 2006; and
WHEREAS, the Urban Environmental Accords adopted by local
government delegates during UN World Environment Day 2005
call for reduced emissions through energy efficiency, land use
and transportation planning, waste reduction, and wiser
energy management; and
WHEREAS, in 2003, the American Geophysical Union adopted
a Statement noting that human activities are increasingly
altering the Earth's climate and that natural influences cannot
explain the rapid increase in near-surface temperatures
observed during the second half of the 20th century; and
WHEREAS, in 2001, at the request of the Administration, the
National Academy of Sciences (NAS) reviewed and declared
global warming a real problem caused in part by the actions of
humankind; and
WHEREAS, the 2001 Third Assessment Report from the
International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and the 2000
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U.S. Global Change Research Program's (USGCRP) First
National Assessment indicate that global warming has begun;
and
WHEREAS, 162 countries including the United States pledged
under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate
Change to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, energy consumption, specifically the burning of
fossil fuels, accounts for more than 80% of U.S. greenhouse
gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, local government actions taken to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions and increase energy efficiency
provide multiple local benefits by decreasing air pollution,
creating jobs, reducing energy expenditures, and saving
money for the local government, its businesses, and its
residents; and
WHEREAS, the Cities for Climate Protection° Campaign
sponsored by ICLEI — Local Governments for Sustainability
has invited the Town of Mamaroneck, New York to join ICLEI
and become a partner in the Cities for Climate Protection°
Campaign;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of
Mamaroneck, New York, will join ICLEI as a Full Member and
participate in the Cities for Climate Protection° Campaign, and,
as a participant, pledges to take a leadership role in promoting
public awareness about the causes and impacts of climate
change.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town of Mamaroneck,
New York will undertake the Cities for Climate Protection°
Campaign's milestones to reduce both greenhouse gas and air
pollution emissions throughout the community, and
specifically"
• Conduct a greenhouse gas emissions inventory and forecast
to determine the source and quantity of greenhouse gas
emissions in the jurisdiction;
• Establish a greenhouse gas emissions reduction target;
• Develop an action plan with both existing and future actions
which when implemented will meet the local greenhouse gas
reduction target;
• Implement the action plan; and
• Monitor and report progress; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town of Mamaroneck
does hereby approve the Town's participation in ICLEI's Cities
for Climate Protection° Campaign at a fee of$600.00.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Town of Mamaroneck, New
York requests assistance from ICLEI's Cities for Climate
Protection° Campaign as it progresses through the milestones.
The above resolutions were put to a roll call vote:
Winick Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
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5. Westchester County STEP Grant— Police Department
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the
following resolution was adopted;
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck wishes to enter
into an agreement with the County of Westchester to
receive Step Grant Aide for traffic enforcement. The
purpose of the program is to assist local governments
with enforcement of traffic regulations in an attempt to
reduce traffic accidents and the resulting injuries and
fatalities.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does
hereby approve the Step Grant Aide for traffic safety for
a five year term beginning October 2006 and running
through September 2011, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town will receive up to $1,600.00
to offset overtime costs associated with traffic
enforcement, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby
authorized to execute said Agreement on behalf of the
Town.
6. Approval of Certiorari
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Winick, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes
the settlement of the following tax
certiorari on the following terms:
Pace Oldsmobile, Inc.
218 -230, 236 and 260 West Boston Post Road
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Block:914 Lots: 32, 44 and 65
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Lot 32:
Year Current Assessment Reduced Assessment
2003 $25,400 $11,800
2004 $25,400 $12,000
2005 $25,400 $11,600
2006 $25,400 $11,600
Lot 44:
Year Current Assessment Reduced Assessment
2003 $48,100 $24,500
2004 $48,100 $24,900
2005 $48,100 $24,100
2006 $48,100 $24,100
Lot 65:
Year Current Assessment Reduced Assessment
2003 $35,100 $22,700
2004 $35,100 $22,900
2005 $35,100 $22,300
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2006 $35,100 $22,300
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
7. Authorization - Ice Rink Maintenance Contract
Mr. Altieri explained that on May 31, 2007 the Town received proposals for the
maintenance of equipment at the Hommocks Ice Rink. The contract requires
scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of all of the mechanical equipment at
the rink including the ice making machinery along with the building's heating,
ventilating and air conditioning equipment.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby award a new
three year contract for the maintenance of the equipment at
the Hommocks Ice Rink to Eagle Air Systems of Goshen,
New York, for three years as follows:
Year 1 $ 9,660.00
Year 2 $ 9,996.00
Year 3 $10,220.0, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the hourly rate for emergency and
unscheduled maintenance be as follows:
Year 1
Regular workday $ 80.00
Evenings (5-8pm) $120.00
Weekends & holidays $160.00
Year 2
Regular workday $ 83.00
Evenings (5-8pm) $124.50
Weekends & holidays $166.00
Year 3
Regular workday $ 86.00
Evenings (5-8pm) $129.00
Weekends & holidays $172.00, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is herby authorized
to execute said contract on behalf of the Town.
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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8. Salary Authorizations
Crossing Guard
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it
was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does
hereby authorize the appointment of Alfonse
Buonvicino as a substitute school crossing guard
effective June 4, 2007 at a per diem rate of$69.00 a day.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
Highway Department
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby appoint
Michael C. Mendes to the position of Laborer with the
Highway Department at annual salary of$32,299.00,
effective June 20, 2007.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
Summer Conservation Corps
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Winick, it was
RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 2007
Town Budget the Town Board does hereby
authorize the payment of salary to the following:
Name Position Salary
Kenneth Vanderpool, Crew Leader $9.00 an hour
Zachary Mailer crew member $8.50 an hour
Christopher Bailey crew member $8.50 an hour
Timothy Lau crew member $8.50 an hour
Will Klein crew member $8.50 an hour
Eric Leal crew member $8.50 an hour
Robert Koziak, Jr crew member $8.50 an hour
Jonathan Gold crew member $8.50 an hour
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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Recreation
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Supervisor O'Keeffe, it was
RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 2007 Town
Budget the Town Board does hereby authorize the
payment of salary to the following:
HOMMOCKS PLAYGROUND
Name Position Salary
Bruno Duarte Assistant Director $4,000/season
Laura Giles Art Specialist $295/week
Charles Rizzo Sports Specialist $315/week
Carolina Bracho Lifeguard $10.50/hour
Robert Miceli Lifeguard $9.00/hour
Jamie Valenintetti Lifeguard $10.50/hour
Lisa Alfano Counselor $280/week
Stephanie Alfano Counselor $235/week
Jason Bilotti Counselor $310/week
Laura Bottari Counselor $280/week
Cody Blume Counselor $200/week
Julie Brown Counselor $230/week
Amanda Curry Counselor $285/week
Carmen DeJesus Counselor $315/week
Matthew Eckes Counselor $225/week
Kayla Farley Counselor $235/week
Brittany Ganesh Counselor $200/week
Anne Giles Counselor $215/week
Samantha Guardino Counselor $220/week
Guido Lancman Counselor $210/week
Derek Lanza Counselor $250/week
Stephanie Lazarus Counselor $215/week
Ruby Leon Counselor $195/week
John Mueller Counselor $205/week
James Pappas Counselor $225/week
Kyra Pearson Counselor $230/week
Daniella Rabino Counselor $265/week
Yolanda Rose Counselor $235/week
Ariana Sanabria Counselor $250/week
Tenefer Scipio Counselor $250/week
Ziggy Scipio Counselor $235/week
Elise Sjostedt Counselor $210/week
Daniel Smith Counselor $220/week
Karen Snyder Counselor $210/week
David Adler Junior Counselor $170/week
Matthew Levinson Junior Counselor $170/week
Marc Lanni Junior Counselor $150/week
CAMP CENTRAL
Name Position Salary
Pam Triano Director $4,500/season
Kathleen Faulkner Unit Leader $270/week
Julia Gacio Unit Leader $310/week
Thelma Rhodes Unit Leader $350/week
Jennifer Hughes Sports Specialist $230/week
Marguerite Rozek Music Specialist $240/week
Camielle Tompkins Art Specialist $245/week
Michael Crowley E.M.T. $10.50/hour
Elsa Brewer Counselor $210/week
Kandi Brown Counselor $210/week
Brenda Cherry Counselor $170/week
Patricia Faulkner Counselor $190/week
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Christa Glielmi Counselor $180/week
Carol Kienzle Counselor $195/week
Gloria Lewandowski Counselor $210/week
Rose Richards Counselor $240/week
Ella Romero Counselor $160/week
Doris Staar Counselor $190/week
Diane Toscano Counselor $175/week
Caroline Veintimilla Counselor $200/week
Elizabeth Henry Junior Counselor $100/week
CAMP MONROE
Name Position Salary
Maria Ellin Director $4,500/season
Haydee Colon Unit Leader $335/week
Cosette Albert Counselor $200/week
Gian Angiolillo Counselor $170/week
Molly Calkins Counselor $185/week
Diana DiMicelli Counselor $120/week
April Havranek Counselor $170/week
Chris Leddy Counselor $160/week
Brooke Rosenfeld Counselor $170/week
Walesila Salgado Counelor $210/week
Anna Schafler Counselor $170/week
Marielle Vitti Counselor $150/week
Vanetta Wingster Junior Counselor $115/week
TENNIS
Name Position Salary
Robert Lawner Instructor $19.00/hour
Andreas Riss Instructor $24.00/hour
Megan Ryan Instructor $11.00/hour
David Still Instructor $13.00/hour
HOMMOCKS POOL
Name Position Salary
Stephanie Allen Alternate Manager $16.00/hour
Sabrina Bieloski Manager $16.00/hour
John Keenan Manager $18.75/hour
C.P.O. $18.75/hour
Manager/C.P.O. $19.25/hour
Wayne Pollack, Jr. Manager $17.50/hour
C.P.O. $17.50/hour
Manager/C.P.O. $18.00/hour
Joanne Schroeder Manager $18.50/hour
C.P.O. $18.50/hour
Manager/C.P.O. $19.00/hour
Chelsa Bruck Lifeguard $10.00/hour
Swim Instructor $17.00/hour
Julia Caro Lifeguard $8.75/hour
Alternate Swim Instructor $17.00/hour
Christine Corsetti Lifeguard $9.75/hour
Kathleen Corsetti Lifeguard $9.00/hour
Elizabeth Eney Lifeguard $8.75/hour
Swim Instructor $17.00/hour
Katherine Frouman Lifeguard $9.75/hour
Anna Kravet Lifeguard $9.50/hour
Emma Kravet Lifeguard $10.50/hour
Alternate Swim Instructor $17.75/hour
Tamara Muscarell Early Morning Swim Lifeguard $32.00/session
Lindsey Naughton Lifeguard $8.75/hour
Alexandra Oppenheimer Lifeguard $11.25/hour
Swim Instructor $19.50/hour
Kathryn Ragone Lifeguard $9.50/hour
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Jonathan Rubin Lifeguard $10.25/hour
Cathleen Scanlon Lifeguard $10.25/hour
Alternate Swim Instructor $18.00/hour
Early Morning Swim Lifeguard $25.00/session
Rebecca Sobel Lifeguard $9.50/hour
Swim Instructor $17.00/hour
Caroline Spader Lifeguard $9.00/hour
Swim Instructor $17.00/hour
Early Morning Swim Lifeguard $25.00/session
Katherine Spader Lifeguard $11.25/hour
Swim Instructor $19.25/hour
Thomas Spader
Lifeguard $9.75/hour
Early Morning Swim Lifeguard $25.00/session
Kelsey Wentz Lifeguard $9.75/hour
Brian Garvey Key Attendant $8.50/hour
Megan Mannion Key Attendant $8.25/hour
Sara Mathias Key Attendant $8.00/hour
Barbara Mendes Key Attendant $10.75/hour
Bob Wittich Mushroom Pool Supervisor $10.00/hour
Julie Schoenlank MSC Head Coach $6,900/season
Katherine Spader MSC Assistant Coach $3,250/season
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 18, 2007 & May 2, 2007
On motion of Councilman Winick, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
Unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve
the Board minutes from the meeting of April 18, 2007.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it
was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve
the Board minutes from the meeting of May 2, 2007.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Winick Abstained
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
George Roniger, Larchmont Gardens Civic Association (LGCA), asked if hard data had
been used to determine if extra water was coming from upstream. Supervisor O'Keeffe
responded that the County has data on housing statistics, specifically on the building in
White Plains along the Mamaroneck River. Supervisor O'Keeffe also noted that on
June 20th State, County and Local officials would be meeting to review data regarding
storm water.
Mr. Roniger was pleased to hear that he felt the County should be getting involved.
The LGCA would be having their Fourth Annual Spring Fling on June 9th, from 1-4PM;
all are invited.
SUPERVISOR'S REPORT
Supervisor O'Keeffe attended the Mamaroneck Village Street Fair. She noted the
increase in environmental awareness. She was especially proud of the plaque she was
given by Eddie Richbell, relative of Mr. Richbell, founder of Mamaroneck. She noted
that Mr. Richbell was the only Town founder to be buried in the Town.
Each Councilperson spoke of the many and meaningful Memorial Day events
throughout the Town.
Councilman Wincik reported that the World War II Veteran, James Allen Callaghan's
name would be added to the plaque at Memorial Park.
Councilman Winick reported that the Traffic Committee was addressing the issues
concerning Murray Avenue School, recommendation would be forthcoming. He noted
that the Cable Television negotiations were taking longer than expected. He gave a
brief overview, adding he would be available through the summer as an advisor. The
Parking Committee was in its final stages; a report for the Board to consider was almost
complete.
The Board reminded residents that beginning June 1St, the use of leaf blowers would be
halted for the summer. Residents were also reminded of the School Budget Re-Vote on
June 19th
OUT OF ORDER
9. Resignation of Councilman Paul A. Winick
Appointment—Town Councilman
Supervisor O'Keeffe said with sadness that she was announcing the resignation of
Councilman Paul Winick. She announced that Councilman Winick and his wife Rhonda
Lustman would be moving to Arizona. She praised him for the work he has done for the
Town as Councilman. She praised him for his broad range of knowledge, adding how
uniquely qualified he was in guiding the Town.
The following Proclamation was read:
PROCLAMATION
PAUL A. WINICK
WHEREAS: Paul A. Winick was appointed Deputy Town Supervisor in 2000 and
served through 2005 when he was appointed Town Councilman in March
2005; and
WHEREAS: Paul has served on several boards and commissions for our community:
Member of the Town of Mamaroneck Zoning Board of Appeals (1999-
present); Chairman of the Town of Mamaroneck Housing Authority (1992-
present), Chairman of the Washington Square Parking Task Force (2002)
and Co-Chair of the Washington Square Parking/Traffic Committee
(2007); Chairman of the University Club of Larchmont's Scholarship
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Committee (2002-present) and a member since 1996; Member of the
Board of Directors of Hudson Valley Affordable Housing Finance
Corporation (1996-2000); Founder of the Citizens for the Pool which
developed the initial proposal for construction of the teaching and
wading pools at the Hommocks Middle School; Director of the
Larchmont Mamaroneck Basketball Association (1995-1999); and Coach
and Assistant Coach for the Larchmont Mamaroneck Youth Soccer
Association for 9 years; and
WHEREAS: Paul has had a distinguished law career, including working as an
attorney with Thelen Reid Brown Raysman & Steiner LLP in New York
City, worked for the New York City Dept. of Investigation, Securities and
Exchange Commission, U.S. Attorney's Office as an Assistant U.S.
Attorney, U.S. Dept. of Justice, and has been in private practice
specializing in Commercial & Securities Litigation; and
WHEREAS: Paul is a member of the American Bar Assoc., Association of the Bar of
NYC, member of the Committee on Construction Law (1993-1998) and
Chairman of the Subcommittee on Vendor Responsibility (1996-1998),
and Chairman of the NYC Procurement Policy Board Advisory Council
(1995-2004); and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Valerie Moore O'Keeffe, Supervisor of the
Town of Mamaroneck, and the Town Board members hereby thank Paul for his many
years of service to our community and extend best wishes to him and his wife Rhonda
as they relocate to Arizona and pursue new adventures.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Town
of Mamaroneck to be affixed this 6th day of June 2007.
The Town Board members each spoke of Paul's many services to the Town and shared
wonderful anecdotes and fond memories. The Board wished him all the luck in his new
endeavors.
Councilman Winick thanked the Board for all their kind words. He said what a pleasure
it had been to work with such wonderful groups of people.
Councilwoman Seligson announced that David Fishman was being appointed to fill Paul
Winick's term. She gave an overview of his many accomplishments and qualifications.
Mr. Fishman is the owner and publisher of Fathoms Magazine, the award-winning
magazine of the underwater world. He also owns and operates Downshift Media, Inc., a
media-centric franchise development agency and production company. Mr. Fishman
earned a dual Magna Cum Laude degree in advertising and psychology at the
Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. Mr. Fishman is
active in several local community organizations, including being president of the
Larchmont Mamaroneck Little League. Mr. Fishman serves on the Mamaroneck School
District's Athletic Advisory Committee, and is a founding member and an active
participant on the steering committee of the Larchmont Mamaroneck Fields for Kids. He
is also working with the Village of Larchmont on a master plan to reconfigure the
village's Lorenzen Park. Mr. Fishman lives in the Town of Mamaroneck with his wife
Nancy Felsten, and their three sons.
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the following
was unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does herby
appoint David J. Fishman to fill the unexpired term of Paul A.
Winick as Town Councilman, said term to expire December 31,
2007.
Councilman Fishman thanked the Board for this opportunity to serve on the
Town Board.
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ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson the meeting
was unanimously adjourned into executive session to discuss certiorari on advice of
council at 10:15PM.
Submitted by
Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
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