HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008_05_07 Town Board Minutes MAY 7, 2008
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF
MAMARONECK HELD ON MAY 7, 2008 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 David J. Fishman
ALSO PRESENT: Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
Mary Stanton, Assistant to the Administrator
William Maker, Jr., Town Attorney
ABSENT: Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator
WORK SESSION
Update — Emergency Management Plan Revisions
Due to Mr. Altieri's absence, this matter was deferred until next Work Session.
Cemetery Evaluation
Supervisor O'Keeffe reminded the Board that Mr. Donald March, the Town Historian,
presented to the Board in 2006 a proposal for an assessment of the Town's Cemeteries.
During that discussion, the Board was presented with a proposal from Lynette Strangstad of
Stone Faces and Sacred Spaces. At that time the Board agreed that an assessment was
needed and asked Mr. March if he would solicit donations from the Town and Village
Historical Societies to offset the cost of the project. Mr. March has been able to obtain
private funding in the amount of$ 2,125.00 and $1,000.00, from the Mamaroneck Historical
Society. The Board would like to follow up with the Village Historical Society. Supervisor
O'Keeffe noted the Town's legal obligation to maintain its cemeteries and would like to move
this matter forward without any further delay. The Board will review a letter of agreement for
the next Work Session.
Floor Area Ratio
The Board reviewed a memo from Mr. Altieri, as a follow up to the Board's previous
discussion as to whether steps should be taken to further restrict the size of homes being
built. Mr. Maker noted that a possible change in the side and rear setback requirements
based on the size of the lot could help to restrict size. The Board agreed to contact Frank
Fish to give the Town an analysis.
Amendment— Peddler's Law
The Board reviewed a memo from the Town Clerk recommending an Amendment to the
Peddler's Permit. Currently the law is geared toward the individual peddler such as the ice
cream man, and does not address a situation where a company obtains an individual permit
for multiple individuals going door to door. The Clerk also recommended a photo for each
individual be required. The Board agreed to have Mr. Maker draft an amendment for review.
Housing Authority
The Board received a resignation letter from Susan Sidel of the Housing Authority. The
Board was made aware of a difference of opinion among the Authority's members as to the
Housing Authority's goals. Supervisor O'Keeffe will draft a letter to the Authority; Mr. Maker
was asked to obtain the Covenants establishing the Authority, for the Board to review.
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Letter from Theresa Hunter
The Town Clerk notified the Board of correspondence from Ms. Hunter. She is presently a 24
hour parker in Lot# 3. She is concerned that due to her handicap, the temporary lot is too
far from her residence at 17 N. Chatsworth. The Board discussed making the first two new
spaces being created along Vine Street. The Board will discuss this further at their next
Work Session.
Westchester Day School
Councilman Fishman informed the Board that the Westchester Day School has offered their
field to the community; little league in the spring and soccer in the fall. It was noted that this
was a very nice offer by the School.
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor O'Keeffe at
8:30 PM she then pointed out the location of exits.
PROCLAMATION — Retirement of Kenneth Wesley— Sanitation Commission
Supervisor O'Keeffe introduced Kenneth Wesley and his family. She spoke warmly of the
dedicated service he has provided to the Town. Carmine Deluca, Secretary Treasurer for the
Sanitation Commission, also spoke affectionately about Mr. Wesley.
The following proclamation was read by Supervisor O'Keeffe.
PROCLAMATION - KENNETH G. WESLEY
WHEREAS: Kenneth G. Wesley was hired by the Town of Mamaroneck Sanitation
Department on January 16, 1969 and on January 1, 1974 was transferred to the expanded
Larchmont-Mamaroneck Joint Sanitation Commission. Kenneth Wesley is retiring on May
31, 2008 after working for 39 %years; and
WHEREAS: Kenneth Wesley, who was born in Port Chester, New York, is a life-long Village
of Mamaroneck resident and has served the Town of Mamaroneck and the Village of
Larchmont for 39 %years. During that time he has walked the 6.25 square mile area
countless times; and
WHEREAS: Throughout his career Kenneth Wesley has been conscientious and
meticulous in his work. His respectful treatment of the residents on his route resulted in his
receiving the largest number of letters of appreciation, commendations, and gratitude in the
34 year history of the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Joint Sanitation Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Valerie Moore O'Keeffe, Supervisor of the Town
of Mamaroneck, and the Town Board members hereby thank KENNETH WESLEY for his
service and wish him a long and happy retirement beginning on May 31, 2008, and continued
success at the Winged Foot Golf links.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Town of
Mamaroneck to be affixed this 7th day of May 2008.
Supervisor O'Keeffe also read the following letter from a resident commending Mr. Wesley.
John P. Ibelli
21 Wildwood Road
Larchmont, NY 10538
May 7, 2008
Mrs. Valerie O'Keeffe
Town Supervisor
Town of Mamaroneck
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740 West Boston Post Road
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Re: Ken Wesley- Sanitation Dept Employee
Dear Mrs. O'Keeffe:
This letter is to commend Mr. Ken Wesley for his many years of dedicated and professional
service as a Sanitation Route Worker. While I am happy that he has reached retirement in a
healthy state, 1 , and many of my neighbors on Wildwood Road will miss his dedication to his
job and cheery countenance.
I have lived at this address for 30 years and have had the privilege of being serviced by Mr.
Wesley for all this time. I will miss seeing him with his friendly smile on Tuesday and
Thursday mornings.
Good luck and health on his well deserved retirement.
John P. Ibelli
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Jan Northrup, President of the Kemper Memorial Fund, presented to the Board a compact
disc of the Wreathes Across America service held last Memorial Day. Ms. Northrup noted
the feedback from the participants of the convoy was terrific. She and all involved thanked
the Board for their participation. She noted the essay contest and Memorial Ceremony will
take place together beginning at 3:OOPM under the globe at Mamaroneck High School. The
Ceremony will then continue outside in front of the Kemper Memorial.
PUBLIC HEARINGS — Cold War Tax Exemption
The following notice of Public Hearing was entered into the record:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck on May 7, 2008 at 8:15 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 the
adoption of a local law entitled "Cold War Veteran's Tax Exemption" Law.
The purpose of this local law is to add a section to the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck that
would create a temporary partial exemption from real estate tax levied by the 1 own on
property owned by a person who served on active duty in the United States armed forces,
during the time period from September second, nineteen hundred forty-five to December
twenty-sixth, nineteen hundred ninety-one, was discharged or released there from under
honorable discharge conditions and satisfies any other requirements set forth in Section
458-b(1)(a) of the New York State Real Property Tax Law. Such section would conform the
Code of the Town of Mamaroneck to the new Article III in Chapter 473 of the Laws of
Westchester County that was enacted by Westchester County's Local Law No.1 of 2008.
The full text of this Local law may be examined and copies obtained at the Town Clerk's
office during regular hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, or until 4:00 PM
during June, July and August) 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
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Published: April 21, 2008
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the
Public Hearing was unanimously opened.
Supervisor O'Keeffe asked if anyone wished to speak for or against the proposed Law.
She then read details of the proposed Law.
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the
Public Hearing was unanimously closed.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board finds that
the adoption of the proposed local law regarding Real
Estate Tax Exemption for `Cold War' Veterans is hereby
declared to be a Type II action under the New York State
Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) requiring no
further action.
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the
following was unanimously adopted:
Local Law No. 2-2008
This local law shall be known as the "Real Estate Tax Exemption for `Cold War' Veterans"
Law.
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
Section 1 — Purpose:
The purpose of this local law is to create a temporary partial exemption from real estate tax
levied by the Town of Mamaroneck on property owned by a person who served on active
duty in the United States armed forces, during the time period from September second,
nineteen hundred forty-five to December twenty-sixth, nineteen hundred ninety-one, was
discharged or released there from under honorable discharge conditions and satisfies any
other requirements set forth in Section 458-b(1)(a) of the New York Real Property Tax Law.
Such section would conform the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck to the new Article III in
Chapter 473 of the Laws of Westchester County that was enacted by Westchester County's
Local Law No.1 of 2008.
Section 2— Enactment of a new article for the Mamaroneck Code:
ARTICLE VII
Exemptions Pursuant To Real Property Tax Law Section 458-b
§195-29. Purpose.
The purpose of this local law is to create a temporary partial exemption from real estate tax
levied by the Town of Mamaroneck on property owned by a person who served on active
duty in the United States armed forces, during the time period from September second,
nineteen hundred forty-five to December twenty-sixth, nineteen hundred ninety-one, was
discharged or released there from under honorable discharge conditions and satisfies any
other requirements set forth in Section 458-b(1)(a) of the New York Real Property Tax Law.
Such section would conform the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck to the new Article III in
Chapter 473 of the Laws of Westchester County that was enacted by Westchester County's
Local Law No.1 of 2008.
§ 195-30. Definitions.
As used in this Article:
A."Cold War veteran" means a person, male or female, who served on active duty in
the Armed Forces, during the time period from September second, nineteen hundred forty-
five to December twenty-sixth, nineteen hundred ninety-one, was discharged or released
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there from under honorable conditions and satisfies any other requirements set forth in
Section 458-b(1)(a) of the New York Real Property Tax Law.
B."Armed Forces" means the United States army, navy, marine corps, air force and
coast guard.
C."Active duty" means full-time duty in the Armed Forces, other than active duty for
training.
D."Service connected" means, with respect to disability or death, that such disability
was incurred or aggravated, or that the death resulted from a disability incurred or
aggravated, in line of duty on active military, naval or air service.
E."Qualified owner" means a Cold War veteran, the spouse of a Cold War veteran or
the unremarried surviving spouse of a deceased Cold War veteran. Where property is owned
by more than one qualified owner, the exemption to which each is entitled may be combined.
Where a Cold War veteran is also the unremarried surviving spouse of a Cold War veteran,
such person may also receive any exemption to which the deceased spouse was entitled.
F. "Qualified residential real property" means property owned by a qualified owner
which is used exclusively for residential purposes; provided, however, if any portion of such
property is not used exclusively for residential purposes, but is used for other purposes,
such portion shall be subject to taxation and only the portion used exclusively for residential
purposes shall qualify for the exemption provided by this article. Such property must be the
primary residence of the qualified owner; unless the qualified owner is absent from the
property due to medical reasons or institutionalization subject to such time limitations, if
any, as are set forth in Section 458-b(1)(f) of the New York Real Property Tax Law.
G. "Latest state equalization rate" means the latest final equalization rate established
by the New York State Board of Real Property Tax Services for the Town of Mamaroneck
pursuant to article twelve of the New York Real Property Tax Law.
H. "Latest class ratio" means the latest final class ratio established by the New York
State Board of Real Property Tax Services pursuant to title one of article twelve of the New
York Real Property Tax Law for use in a special assessing unit as defined in section eighteen
hundred one of the New York Real Property Tax Law.
§195-31. Amount of Exemption: Limitations.
A. Qualified residential real property shall be exempt from taxation to the extent of
fifteen percent (15%) of the assessed value of such property; provided however, that such
exemption shall not exceed twelve thousand dollars ($12,000) or the product of twelve
thousand dollars ($12,000) multiplied by the latest state equalization rate, or, in the case of a
special assessing unit, the latest class ratio, whichever is less.
B. In addition to the exemption provided by section 195-31 A., where the Cold War
veteran received a compensation rating from the United States veterans affairs or from the
United States department of defense because of a service connected disability, qualified
residential real property shall be exempt from taxation to the extent of the product of the
assessed value of such property, multiplied by fifty percent (50%) of the Cold War veteran
disability rating; provided however, that such exemption shall not exceed forty thousand
dollars ($40,000) or the product of forty thousand dollars ($40,000) multiplied by the latest
state equalization rate, or, in the case of a special assessing unit, the latest class ratio,
whichever is less.
C. If a Cold War veteran receives an alternative veterans' exemption under Article VI
of this Chapter, the Cold War veteran shall not be eligible to receive an exemption under this
Article.
§ 195.32. Duration of Exemption.
The exemption provided by section 195-31 shall be granted for a period of ten years.
The commencement of such ten year period shall be governed pursuant to this section.
Where a qualified owner owns qualified residential real property on the effective date of this
article, such ten year period shall be measured from the assessment roll prepared pursuant
to the first taxable status date occurring on or after the effective date of this article. Where a
qualified owner does not own qualified residential real property on the effective date of this
article, such ten year period shall be measured from the assessment roll prepared pursuant
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to the first taxable status date occurring at least sixty days after the date such qualified
owner purchases qualified residential real property; provided, however, that should the Cold
War veteran apply for and be granted an exemption on the assessment roll prepared
pursuant to a taxable status date occurring within sixty days after the date of purchase of
qualified residential real property, such ten year period shall be measured from the first
assessment roll in which the exemption occurs. If, before the expiration of such ten year
period, such property is sold and replaced with other qualified residential real property, such
exemption may be granted for the unexpired portion of the ten year exemption period.
§ 195-33. Application for Exemption.
Application for the exemption authorized by this article shall be made by the qualified
owner, or all of the qualified owners, of qualified residential real property on a form
prescribed by the New York State Board of Real Property Tax Services. The qualified owner
or owners shall file the completed form in the assessor's office on or before the first
appropriate taxable status date. They shall be required to refile at such times and under
such circumstances as may be set forth in Section 458-b(4) of the New York Real Property
Tax Law. Any person convicted of willfully making any false statement in the application for
such exemption shall be subject to the penalties prescribed in the New York Penal Law.
Section 3— Renumbering of an existing article and existing sections of the Mamaroneck
Code:
(a) (1) Article VII of the Mamaroneck Code hereby is renumbered Article VIII.
(2) Section 195-29 of the Mamaroneck Code hereby is renumbered section 195-34.
(3) Section 195-30 of the Mamaroneck Code hereby is renumbered section 195-35.
(4) Section 195-31 of the Mamaroneck Code hereby is renumbered section 195-36.
(5) Section 195-32 of the Mamaroneck Code hereby is renumbered section 195-37.
(6) Section 195-33 of the Mamaroneck Code hereby is renumbered section 195-38.
(7) Section 195-34 of the Mamaroneck Code hereby is renumbered section 195-39.
(b) Except as renumbered each and every section listed in paragraph (a) of this section
shall remain in full force and effect.
Section 4—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 5— Effective Date:
This Local Law shall become effective upon filing with the Secretary of State.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The meeting was called to order by Supervisor O'Keeffe and on motion of Commissioner
Fishman, seconded by Commissioner Wittner, the Board of Fire Commissioners was
unanimously declared open.
Present were the following members of the Commission:
Commissioner: Valerie M. O'Keeffe
Commissioner: Phyllis Wittner
Commissioner: Ernest C. Odierna
Commissioner: Nancy Seligson
Commissioner: David J. Fishman
1. FIRE CLAIMS
Commissioner Fishman presented fire claims for authorization of payment, thereafter on
Commissioner Fishman's motion, seconded by Commissioner Wittner, it was
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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. Inc. $ 2,848.35
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Inc. $ 303.93
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Inc. $ 94.25
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Inc. $ 49.50
Brewer $ 396.43
Brewer $ 108.33
Brewer $ 33.88
Cablevision $ 83.38
Giacomo Service Center $ 37.00
Home Depot $ 151.78
IKON $ 212.13
Motorola c/o Metrocom Wireless $ 9,858.78
Metrocom $ 706.10
Metrocom $ 415.00
Metrocom $ 120.00
Metrocom $ 45.00
Performance Parts $ 21.62
Poland Springs $ 63.90
Rock-N-Rescue $ 141.31
Signs Plus $ 195.00
Spring Tec $ 2,370.43
Sutphen Towers $ 564.75
Sutphen Towers $ 123.17
Sutphen Towers $ 24.43
T.C.D. Cellular $ 238.00
T.C.D. Cellular $ 205.80
T.C.D. Cellular $ 64.40
Town of Mamaroneck P.F.F.A. $ 330.12
Verizon $ 402.29
Victor Anderson $ 74.32
Warnock Dodge $ 124.32
Warnock Dodge $ 361.76
Westchester Elevator $ 196.35
William McGuffey $ 1,126.16
Winzer $ 50.00
WJWW $ 100.00
Total: $22,241.97
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner Fishman Aye
Commissioner Seligson Aye
Commissioner Odierna Aye
Commissioner Wittner Aye
Commissioner O'Keeffe Aye
2. Other Fire Department Business
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April 2008
ALARM TYPE NUMBER
Generals 39
Minors 15
Stills 0
Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 3
EMS 23
Drills 1
TOTAL 81
Total Number of personnel responding: 1238
Total Time working: 34 hours & 54 minutes
Commissioner Wittner noted the roster for 2008 was received and filed with the Fire
Commission.
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. Traffic Committee Recommendations
On motion of Councilman Fishman, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby set the date
for a Public Hearing on No Parking on Colonial Avenue for
May 21, 2008
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby set the date
for a Public Hearing on a No Parking Zone Forest Avenue /
Sheldrake Avenue for May 21, 2008
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to
publish the notice of said hearing in a newspaper appointed
as an official newspaper, and that said notice be posted.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
2. Authorization -Appointment of Town Comptroller
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Fishman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the
appointment of Anthony Siligato as the Town of Mamaroneck,
Town Comptroller/ IT Director at an annual Salary of
$130,000 effective June 16, 2008.
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
3. Ratification — Settlement of Sanitation Commission Litigation
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the following was
approved
WHEREAS, In April of 2006 litigation was commenced by a group
of sixteen private corporations against all the municipalities in
Westchester County that transported solid waste to the Croton
Point Landfill between the years 1937 and 1973. The litigation
sought to recoup a contribution of costs associated with the
closure of the Croton Point landfill, and
WHEREAS, the Sanitation Commission joined a consortium of
twenty three municipalities to defend the claim, and
WHEREAS, the Sanitation Commission approved the settlement
of this claim at their meeting on April 30.
NOW THERFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve amending
the Town's contribution to the Sanitation Commission to fund the
settlement of the aforementioned claim, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Village of Larchmont and the Town of
Mamaroneck divide the settlement on a 50/50 basis, as
recommended by the Sanitation Commission, for a total
cost to the Town of Mamaroneck of$36,013.50.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
4. Bond Resolution — Railroad Station Stairwell
Item was deferred
5. Set Public Hearing — Community Development Block Grant Application
Item was deferred. Supervisor O'Keeffe noted that due to the timing of the grant application,
the Board may need to set a Special Meeting to set this Public Hearing.
6. Salary Authorization - Recreation
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilman Fishman, it was
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RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 2008 Town Budget the
Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to the
following:
Babysitters Training & Safe on My Own Programs
Diane Stonis Instructor $80/class effective 5/5/08
Cartooning Workshop
Janine Cotter Instructor $60/class effective retroactive 4/29/08
Memorial Park
Sean Rouse Attendant $10.50/hour effective 5/3/08
Tennis Instruction
Evan Brown Instructor $21/hour effective 5/5/08
Abby Cirtin Instructor $12/hour effective 5/5/08
Mark Grinhaus Instructor $11/hour effective 5/5/08
Timothy Kuklis Director $30/hour effective 5/5/08
Instructor $20/hour effective 5/5/08
Collins Manjengwa Instructor $24/hour effective 5/5/08
John B. McCormick Instructor $26/hour effective 5/5/08
Thomson Michaels Instructor $17/hour effective 5/5/08
Andreas Riss Instructor $26/hour effective 5/5/08
Gena Ross Instructor $20/hour effective 5/5/08
Christopher Sheldon Instructor $12/hour effective 5/5/08
Spring Hockey
Gregory Tevere Instructor $17/hour effective retroactive to 3/29/08
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 16, 2008
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby
approve the Board minutes from the meeting of April 16,
2008.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Commending of Kenneth Wesley -submitted under Proclamations
SUPERVISOR'S REPORT
Supervisor O'Keeffe welcomed Paige Rentz of the Home Town News. Paige is replacing
Kelechi Ubozoh who has recently left the paper to work for NBC News. Supervisor O'Keeffe
noted the recent meeting she attended with the Sanitation Commission. She attended a
shared services meeting with Mayor Savolt of the Village of Mamaroneck.
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She noted the wonderful Senior Center Luncheon that she attended.
REPORT OF COUNCIL
Councilman Fishman attended the Traffic Committee meeting, some of which were already
discussed at this evening's meeting. He will attend the Housing Authority Meeting later this
month.
Councilwoman Seligson attended the Zoning Board Meeting on April 30, noting many of the
applications were deferred due to lack of proper signage. She was recently in Washington,
DC, as an advocate for funding for the Long Island Sound. She and others met with staff
members of the Legislature —they were very receptive. The bad news is the 2010 Federal
Budget is dismal, the good news is New York State and Connecticut Legislators are very
dedicated to Long Island Sound. She also noted the news that the Broadwater Liquid Natural
Gas Plant on Long Island Sound was determined to be in non compliance with New York
State's Coastal Management. She gave a brief explanation of this project. She did note that
the Federal Regulatory Commission could go to the Commerce Department for appeal — even
so, it is hard to imagine this moving forward.
She attended the Greenway Meeting — noting the soft opening on May 18, at which the Sound
Shore Runners will `test' the trail. A full grand opening is planned for the fall of 2008. She
will be attending the I.C.L.E.I. Conference on Community Sustainability May 14t" and 15t", in
New Mexico—she is looking forward to learning about what other communities are doing to
reduce their carbon footprint.
Councilwoman Wittner attended the Coastal Zone Management Commission on April 22.
She attended in place of Supervisor O'Keeffe, a meeting with six municipalities regarding
Senior Services.
Councilman Odierna attended the League of Women Voters' Luncheon. He attended the
Sheldrake Festival — it was great! He reminded residents of the upcoming Annual Meeting of
the Larchmont Gardens' Civic Association on May 12; Supervisor O'Keeffe and
Superintendent of Highway Louis Martirano will be speaking. Councilman Odierna also
attended the Westchester Municipal Officials' Meeting. Councilman Odierna noted a resident
comment regarding the temporary parking lot for the displaced parkers from Lot#3. He
asked what research was used to determine the use of parkland.
Mr. Maker responded that the temporary nature, with a finite date and immediate restoration
of parkland was the determination used, adding, the Town Board acted in a legally defensible
manner.
Councilman Odierna noted his concern that the lot would not be ready in time for the
displacement of the 24 hour parkers currently in Lot# 3.
Supervisor O'Keeffe assured Councilman Odierna that the Town would be on top of this.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the meeting was
unanimously adjourned 10:20 PM.
Submitted by
Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
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