HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008_08_06 Town Board Minutes AUGUST 6, 2008
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON AUGUST 6, 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
Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator
William Maker, Jr., Town Attorney
WORK SESSION
Proposed Zoning Amendment—Arthur Wexler, Chair Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA)
Mr. Wexler addressed the Board with concerns the ZBA has with the proposed Local
Law "Clarification of Lot Coverage and Setbacks for Certain Improvements".
After some discussion Mr. Maker was asked to review the proposed Local Law and
consider revisions.
Review of 2008 Financial Report
Tony Siligato, Town Comptroller presented a 6 month financial report for 2008 with an
updated format to the Board. The Board discussed the report and made comments
regarding its content and format.
Independent Financial Audit— Fiscal 2007
Domenick Consolo, of Bennett Kielson was present to review the Independent Financial
Audit his firm has prepared. Mr. Altieri noted that this report is a few months later than
usual due to the change in the position of Town Comptroller. Mr. Consolo noted key
financial highlights for the fiscal year 2007 reported as follows:
• On the government-wide financial statements, the assets of the primary government,
which is reported separately from the component unit for which the Town is financially
accountable, exceeded its liabilities at the close of the most recent fiscal year by
$27,981,898. Of this amount, $6,024,591 is unrestricted and may be used to meet the
Town's ongoing obligations to citizens and creditors.
• As of the close of the current fiscal year, the Town's governmental funds reported
combined ending fund balances of$12,150,027, an increase of$3,102,828 from the prior
year. Exclusive of the Capital Projects Fund, the combined ending fund balances were
$12,289,205, of which the total unreserved fund balance was $1 1,262,434 at December
31, 2007.
• At the end of the current fiscal year, unreserved fund balance for the General Fund
was $6,535,772 or 88% of total General Fund expenditures and other financing uses.
• The Town retired $1,510,000 of general obligation debt and issued $3,838,000 new
general obligation debt during the year ended December 31, 2007. In addition, the Town
retired $2,277,000 of short-term debt obligations in the form of bond anticipation notes.
Overall, combined long-term and short-term debt obligations of the Town increased
$51,000 to $12,576,000 for the period ending December 31, 2007.
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Property Revaluation Study as prepared by Frey Appraisal & Consulting Services, Inc.
The Board noted the 2"d version of the report as being greatly improved and much more
informative than the 1St draft. The Board reviewed specifically how a potential
revaluation would be presented to the Town residents; agreeing that an extensive public
relations campaign would need to be in place. The Board discussed the goals of
revaluation and key areas for public relations. The Board would like to meet with
consultants of Frey Appraisal Services in September and in October begin outreaching
to the community. The Board would also like to meet with representatives from the
State, for assistance in educating the public
Traffic Committee Recommendations
The Board discussed the recommendations, specifically the Myrtle Blvd and N.
Chatsworth intersection. They will set a public hearing at the Regular Meeting.
Councilman Odierna asked Mr. Altieri to review the no parking regulation on Eton Road.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the Board
unanimously agreed to enter into Executive Session, to discuss Employment History,
Certiorari, Litigation and Collective Bargaining.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Employment History
Certiorari
Litigation
Collective Bargaining
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor O'Keeffe at
8:45 PM she then pointed out the location of exits.
PUBLIC HEARINGS — 1. Moratorium on the Installation of Large Propane Tanks
2. Amendment to Parking Regulations- New Jefferson Street
MORATORIUM ON THE INSTALLATION OF LARGE PROPANE TANKS
The following notice of Public Hearing was entered into the record:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Adjourned 6/18/08 and 7/9/08, & 8/6/08
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town
Board of the Town of Mamaroneck on August 6, 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 "Moratorium on the Installation of Large Propane
Tanks" Law.
Purpose
Over the Memorial Day weekend, a leaking underground propane tank
was detected. Due to the professionalism of the Town's personnel, the
propane tank was emptied and the leaking gas burned off without injury
either to person or property. If this corrective action had not been taken,
the tank may have exploded and caused damage not only to the home on
which the tank was installed but to neighboring properties and people as
well.
Because of the poor condition of the tank, it took over 24 hours for the
gas to be burned off. Throughout this time, Town personnel were
required to remain on site, causing the Town to incur thousands of
dollars in overtime compensation. The cost would have been even higher
had not so many of the responders been volunteers willing to sacrifice
their time on a holiday weekend.
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This incident has alerted the Town Board to the necessity of examining
the use of propane and other hazardous substances within the Town, and
if warranted, developing regulations to control such use and a procedure
for recovering the cost incurred by the Town for responding to the
discharge of propane or other hazardous substances within the Town. In
order to study the issue, the Town Board has determined that it is
necessary to impose a moratorium upon the installation of propane tanks
with a capacity for 50 or more pounds of propane.
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
Published: June 10, 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.
Mr. Maker gave a brief history of why this Public Hearing was set, with an overview of
the initial Public Hearing of this matter on July 9th.
Michael DiGiorgio, of Paraco Gas Corporation, addressed the Board. He spoke of his
knowledge and experience in the propane industry. He distributed copies of his resume
as well as copies of the National Fire Protection Agency's (NFPA) guidelines for the
installation of propane tanks. He also noted correspondence he has submitted to Mr.
Maker.
There was a discussion on installation procedures and inspection protocol. More
frequent and elaborate inspection of tanks, versus banning of installation was
discussed as a more effective way towards increasing safety.
Mr. DiGiorgio recommends tanks be inspected every year, and should include a half cell
inspection and meter reading.
There was also a brief discussion of the tank that leaked underground this past
Memorial Day causing the Town to review the installation of propane tanks. A full
evaluation by Paraco Corporation of the tank that failed is not complete; therefore, Mr.
DiGiorgio was unable to give a final determination for the leakage. He noted it did not
rupture or crack, but rather appeared to have isolated corrosion.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilman Fishman, the Public
Hearing was unanimously adjourned until September 17, 2008.
AMENDMENT TO PARKING REGULATIONS — NEW JEFFERSON STREET
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 August 6, 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 "Amendment to Parking Regulations — New Jefferson
Street" Law.
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Purpose: As part of the overall plan to improve parking in the Washington
Square neighborhood, the Traffic Committee is recommending that the
parking prohibition be limited to just one week per month. Therefore, the
recommendation is to amend the ordinance to prohibit parking in the
southbound direction on the third Thursday of each month and in the
northbound direction on the third Tuesday of each month.
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
Published: July 19, 2008
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Fishman, the Public
Hearing was unanimously opened.
Supervisor O'Keefe asked if anyone wished to speak for or against the proposed law.
Mr. Altieri stated that as part of the continued effort to create more parking spaces in the
Washington Square area, the Traffic Committee has proposed this amendment be
considered.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, 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 amendment to
parking regulations on New Jefferson Street, 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 Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the
following was unanimously adopted:
Local Law No. 6-2008
This local law shall be known as the "Restricted Parking on New
Jefferson Street" Law.
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
Section 1 - Purpose:
The purpose of this local law is to regulate parking on New Jefferson
Street.
Section 2 -No Parking
(a) Except on holidays, parking on the northbound side of New Jefferson
Street on the third (3rd) Tuesday of each month is prohibited.
(b) Except on holidays, parking on the southbound side of New Jefferson
Street on the third (3rd) Thursday of each month is prohibited.
Section 3—Sign(s) to be Erected and Painting to be Done:
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An appropriate sign or signs shall be erected on and/or striping shall be
painted on the surface of New Jefferson Street indicating the area where
parking is prohibited.
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 Commissioner O'Keeffe and on motion of
Commissioner Seligson seconded by Commissioner Fishman the Board of Fire
Commissioners was unanimously declared opened.
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 Wittner presented fire claims for authorization of payment, thereafter on
Commissioner Wittner's motion, seconded by Commissioner Odierna, 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:
2434 CW Corp $ 11.00
911 Wear $ 1,176.50
911 Wear $ 803.93
911 Wear $ 79.99
911 Wear $ 45.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Inc. $ 540.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Inc. $ 487.65
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Inc. $ 289.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Inc. $ 48.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Inc. $ 42.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Inc. $ 40.00
AAA Emergency Supply Co. Inc. $ 34.40
A & J Distributors Inc. $ 208.07
American Hose Test $ 4,525.00
Avaya $ 51.89
Cablevision $ 84.43
Cleaning Systems $ 122.04
Con Edison $ 285.01
Embassy Cleaners $ 1,116.91
Fireground Solutions $ 500.00
Fireground Solutions $ 1,000.00
Gall's $ 1,162.07
High-Tech Fire & Safety Inc. $ 9,082.11
$ 212.13
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IKON
Larchmont Art $ 118.00
Metrocom Wireless Inc. $ 1,932.75
New England Sportswear $ 147.24
Poland Springs $ 166.79
Proftech $ 208.64
Sound Shore Contracting $ 95.00
State Line Fire & Safety Inc. $ 465.25
TCD $ 80.00
Town of Mamaroneck P.F.F.A. $ 220.08
United Communications Corp. $ 179.43
United Water $ 297.86
Verizon $ 396.13
Verizon Wireless $ 277.12
Verizon Wireless $ 96.57
Westchester Elevator $ 196.35
W.J.W.W. $ 100.00
Total: $ 26,924.34
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
FIRE REPORT
JUNE 2008
ALARM TYPE NUMBER
Generals 33
Minors 25
Stills 3
Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 0
EMS 22
Drills 2
TOTAL 85
Total Number of personnel responding: 1101
Total Time working: 37 hours & 39 minutes
FIRE REPORT
JULY 2008
ALARM TYPE NUMBER
Generals 34
Minors 24
Stills 0
Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 0
EMS 16
Drills 28
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TOTAL 89
Total Number of personnel responding: 1063
Total Time working: 37 hours & 11 minutes
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3. Service Awards
SEE ATTACHMENT "A" AT THE END OF THE MINUTES
Commissioner Wittner stated the Firefighters Assistance Training (FAST) was up and
running. There are 18 members fully trained to assist fellow firefighter should they need
assistance during a fire. The Department is currently looking at applying for grants for
this new program. On September 17, a Department Chief will come before the Board
with a Fire Department report.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of
Commissioner Wittner, seconded by Commissioner Fishman, the Commission
unanimously adjourned.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Property Revaluation Study
Mr. Altieri explained that the Town Board initiated a impact study for property
revaluation. The first draft was received a month ago, but was sent back to the
consulting firm for clarification and additional information the Board thought it should
conatin. The Town Board has discussed at length how it will educate the public on a
potential revaluation. The report should not be seen as an endorsement by the Town for
revaluation, but rather as a means for discussing whether revaluation would benefit the
Town.
The report will be available on the Town web-site so residents may review its contents.
2. Re-appointments — Coastal Zone Management Commission
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that Elizabeth Cooney be reappointed to the
position of Chairperson of the Coastal Zone Management
Commission; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointment shall be
effective immediately upon the appointee taking and
subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New
York Town Law and shall expire on 8/30/2009.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that Howard McMichael be reappointed to
the position of Member of the Coastal Zone Management
Commission; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointment shall be
effective immediately upon the appointee taking and
subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New
York Town Law and shall expire on 8/30/2011.
3. Traffic Committee Recommendations
On motion of Councilman Fishman, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
Unanimously
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RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby set
the date for public hearing to consider the
recommendations of the Town of Mamaroneck
Traffic Committee having to do with the
intersection of Myrtle Boulevard and N.
Chatsworth on September 17, 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.
4. Authorization — Capital Project Replacement of Telephone System
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the
following was approved:
WHEREAS, on July 9, 2008 the Town Board granted to award a
contract to CBS Technologies for the replacement of the
telephone system at the Town Center, Hommocks Ice Rink,
Firehouse and Highway Garage.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby
authorize the Town Comptroller to establish Capital Project
28-02, Account# H1997.1650.5001, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby
Authorize the transfer of$180,000 from the unreserved
surplus of the Townwide budget to the aforementioned
Capital Project
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
5. Authorization —2007 Year-End Budget Transfers
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilman Fishman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby
approve the year end budget transfers to close out the fiscal
year 2007 as follows:
SEE ATTACHMENT `B' AT END OF MINUTES
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
6. Authorization — School Tax Warrants
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the following
was approved:
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TOWN OF MAMARONECK
SCHOOL TAX WARRANT FOR THE YEAR 2008
STATE OF NEW YORK )
COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER)
TO: Receiver of Taxes of the
Town of Mamaroneck in said County
YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED, to receive and collect from several persons named in
the assessment roll of the Union Free School District in the Town of Mamaroneck,
hereunto annexed and herewith delivered to you, the sum of the School Taxes of said
School District set opposite their respective names in accordance with provision of
Chapter 852 of the Laws of 1948 (Title 16) and the acts amendatory thereof and
supplemental thereto including the amendment made by Chapter 386 of the Laws of
1962 and the resolution adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck on
August 6, 2008.
YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED, to deposit all such monies so collected by you
in virtue of the warrant, to the credit of the Town of Mamaroneck, into the
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as provided by said Chapter 852 of Laws of 1948 (Title
16) and the acts amendatory thereof and supplemental thereto including the amendment
made by Chapter 386 of the Laws of 1962 and resolution adopted by the Town Board of
the Town Of Mamaroneck on August 6, 2008, such taxes being levied against the said
School District for the year 2008 for the following purposes, viz:
APPROPRIATIONS
Program Component $83,731,950.00
Administration Component 11,523,740.00
Capitol Component 21,667,607.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS $116,923,297.00
ESTIMATED RECEIPTS
Revenue-Other Districts & Governments $ 767,000.00
Revenue form Local Sources 785,000.00
Interest on General Fund Investments 350,000.00
State Aid 7,337,361.00
Refund of Prior Expenses 50,000.00
Appropriated Fund Balance 2,000,000.00
County Sales Tax 1,100,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES $12,389,361.00
TOTAL WARRANT AMOUNT $104,533,936.00
LESS AMOUNT TO BE PAID
BY STATE (STAR PROGRAM) $ 9,333,532.28
NET AMOUNT TO BE
RAISED BY TAXATION $ 95,200,403.72
AND YOU ARE FURTHER COMMANDED, to make and file with the undersigned
Supervisor of the said Town, as required by Chapter 852 of the Laws of 1948 (Title 16),
and the acts amendatory thereof, and supplemental thereto, including the amendment
made by Chapter 286 of the Laws of 1962 and the resolution adopted by the Town
Board of Mamaroneck, on August 6, 2008, the reports provided for by said Law.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of said Town
to be hereunto affixed this 6th day August 2008.
VALERIE MOORE O'KEEFFE
SUPERVISOR
TOWN OF MAMARONEC
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TOWN OF MAMARONECK
SCHOOL TAX WARRANT FOR THE YEAR 2008
STATE OF NEW YORK)
COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER)
TO: Receiver of Taxes of the
Town of Mamaroneck in said County
YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED, to receive and collect from the several persons
named in the assessment roll of Union Free School District in the Towns of Scarsdale
and Mamaroneck, Scarsdale, New York, hereunto annexed and herewith delivered to
you, the sum of the School Taxes of said School District set opposite their respective
names in accordance with provision of Chapter 852 of the Laws of 1948 (Title 16), and
the acts amendatory thereof and supplemental thereto including the amendment made
by Chapter 386 of the Laws of 1962 and the resolution adopted by the Town Board of the
Town of Mamaroneck on August 6, 2008.
AND YOUR ARE HEREBY DIRECTED, to deposit all such monies so collected by you in
virtue of the warrant, to the credit of the Town of Mamaroneck, into the JPMorgan Chase
Bank, N.A., as provided by said Chapter 852 of the Laws of 1948 (Title 16) and the acts
amendatory thereof and supplemental thereto including the amendment made by
Chapter 386 of the Laws of 1962 and the resolution adopted by the Town Board of the
Town of Mamaroneck on August 6, 2008, such taxes being levied against the said
School District for the year 2008 for the following purpose, viz:
APPROPRIATIONS
General Support $ 15,293,459.00
Pupil Transportation 3,712,920.00
Community Services 341,924.00
Undistributed Expense 35,938,492.00
Instructional Services 72,724,861.00
Capital Reserve 471,236.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS $ 128,482,892.00
ESTIMATED RECEIPTS
Boundary Line Taxes $ 196,000.00
Tuition-Special Education 42,000.00
Prior Year Surplus 3,934,546.00
State Aid 5,951,331.00
Parochial Health 192,975.00
Interest from Investments 1,055,015.00
Building Use Fees 105,888.00
Miscellaneous 78,246.00
County Sales Tax Distribution 906,869.00
Transfer from Reserve 19,750.00
Transfer from Debt Service,
Reserve to Capital Projects Fund 471,236.00
TOTAL REVENUES $ 12,953,856.00
TOTAL WARRANT AMOUNT $ 115,529,036.00
TOWN OF MAMARONECK SHARE $ 5,307,409.06
LESS AMOUNT TO BE PAID BY
STATE (STAR PROGRAM) $ 282,060.42
NET AMOUNT TO BE RAISED
BY TAXATION $ 5,025,348.64
AND YOU ARE FURTHER COMMANDED, to make and file with the undersigned
Supervisor of the said Town, as required by said Chapter 852 of the Laws of 1948 (Title
16), and the acts amendatory thereof, and supplemental thereto, including the
amendment made by Chapter 286 of the Laws of 1962 and the resolution adopted by
Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck, on August 6, 2008, the reports provided for by
said Law.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of said Town
to be hereunto affixed this 6th day of August 2008.
VALERIE MOORE O'KEEFFE
SUPERVISOR
TOWN OF MAMARONECK
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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
7. Resolution — Consolidation of Section 8 Housing Voucher
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
WHEREAS, the Village of Mamaroneck Housing Authority voluntarily
wishes to totally and permanently divest itself of the Budget Authority
and corresponding baseline units of 387 Housing Choice Vouchers
from the Village of Mamaroneck Housing Authority's Consolidated
Annual Contributions Contract effective December 31, 2008; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck Public Housing Agency wishes
to receive the total Budget Authority and corresponding baseline units
of 387 Housing Choice Vouchers from the Village of Mamaroneck
Housing Authority's Consolidated Annual Contributions Contract
effective January 1, 2009; and
WHEREAS, The Village of Mamaroneck Housing Authority and Town of
Mamaroneck Public Housing Agency agree that the total and
permanent transfer of the Village of Mamaroneck Housing Choice
Voucher Program to the Town of Mamaroneck Public Housing Agency
will offer greater access to rental assistance for low and moderate
income residents of the Town of Mamaroneck and that portion of the
Village of Mamaroneck that is within Rye Town (Rye Neck), with
priority to those who are elderly, disabled, veterans, victims of
domestic violence, dating violence or stalking, and working families
earning less than 30% of the median income of Westchester County.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that upon the passage of the appropriate resolution by
the Board of Trustees of the Village of Mamaroneck, the Town of
Mamaroneck Public Housing Agency shall accept the Budget Authority
and corresponding baseline units of 387 Housing Choice Vouchers
from the Village of Mamaroneck Housing Authority's Consolidated
Annual Contributions Contract effective January 1, 2009 and all assets
of Village of Mamaroneck Housing Authority
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
8. Set Public Hearing —Section 8 Hearing Voucher Program Administrative Plan
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Fishman, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby set the
date for public hearing on the Section 8 Hearing
Voucher Program Administrative Plan on October 1,
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.
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9. Salary Authorizations —
MANAGEMENT AND NON-UNION PERSONNEL -4% salary adjustment
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Fishman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does
hereby approve the 4% salary increase for management
and non-union personnel for fiscal year 2008
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
RECREATION
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 2008 Town
Budget the Town Board does hereby authorize the
payment of salary to the following:
HOMMOCKS POOL
John Almont-Abreu Lifeguard $8.75 per hour
Charles Alston C.P.O. $20.00 per hour
Michael Johnson Swim Instructor $14.00 per hour
Amanda Robinson Lifeguard $9.00 per hour
Cliff Shapiro Manager/C.P.O. $17.25 per hour
C.P.O $17.00 per hour
Joanne Schroeder Manager/C.P.O. $19.75 per hour
Caroline Spader Lifeguard $10.00 per hour
Andrea Vignola Lifeguard $10.00 per hour
HOMMOCKS PLAYGROUND
Julia Caro Lifeguard $310.00 per week
CAMP CENTRAL
Stephanie Keck Counselor $170.00 per week
Brynn Rabinowitz Counselor $150.00 per week
Lisa Weinberger Counselor $170.00 per week
CAMP MONROE
John Chica Counselor $160.00 per week
NATURE (all camps)
Jonathan Gold Naturalist $2,000 for season
(July 7 to August 8)
HOMMOCKS EXTENDED DAY
Michael Baiocco Custodian $15.00 per hour
Dan Caldarola Custodian $15.00 per hour
TEEN ESCAPE
Counselor Erica Koehler $370.00 per week
TENNIS PROGRAMS
Alexander Ashinoff Instructor $ 9.00 per hour
Henry Compi Instructor $11.00 per hour
Elizabeth Ingriselli Instructor $12.00 per hour
Yuni Jameshima Instructor $10.00 per hour
Megan Ryan Instructor $13.00 per hour
Alice Urmey Instructor $10.00 per hour
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MEMORIAL PARK
Sean Rouse Park Maintenance Aid $11.50 per hour
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
POLICE DEPARTMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Fishman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize
the appointment of Mr. Michael A. Nuzzo to the position
of Probationary Officer at an annual salary of$47,110,
effective August 7, 2008.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the
following was approved
WHEREAS, a vacancy exists due to Anthony Bonnano,
a skilled laborer ,currently on extended Workers
Compensation leave.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize
the appointment of Lucio Lopes as a temporary skilled
laborer with the Highway Department at an hourly rate of
$15.00 effective August 7, 2008.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
BUS DRIVER - SENIOR CENTER
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize
the appointment of Charles Reilling as a part time driver
assigned to the Community Services Department at an
hourly rate of$13.50, effective August 7, 2008.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
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ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it
was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize
the appointment of David P. Polizzi as an Administrative
Intern with the Town Administrator's office at an hourly
rate of$16.00.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
10. Approval of Certiorari
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve
the following Settlement of Certiorari as recommended
by the Town Attorney:
Greenwich Associates
1385 Boston Post Road
Larchmont, NY 10538
Block: 411 Lot: 196.2
Town of Mamaroneck
Year Current Assessment Reduced Assessment
1996 $70,000 $70,000
1997 $70,000 $70,000
1998 $70,000 $70,000
1999 $70,000 $70,000
2000 $70,000 $70,000
2001 $70,000 $70,000
2002 $70,000 $70,000
2003 $70,000 $61,300
2004 $70,000 $56,400
2005 $70,000 $58,100
2006 $70,000 $55,200
2007 $70,000 $51,900
2008 $70,000 $55,100
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
895 Mamaroneck Avenue, LLC
895 Mamaroneck Ave
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Block 821 Lot 550
Town of Mamaroneck, NY 10543/Village of Mamaroneck
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby
approve the following Settlement of Certiorari as
recommended by the Town Attorney
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Year Current Assessment Reduced Assessment
2007 $9,500 $8,900
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
Leigh Garry
1060 Bayhead
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Block: 958 Lot: 132
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Fishman, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby
approve the following Settlement of Certiorari as
recommended by the Town Attorney:
Year Assessment Reduced Assessment
2005 $103,900 $77,700
2006 $103,900 $75,830
2007 $103,900 $74,518
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Abstain
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
11. Approval of Court Grant
On motion of Councilwoman, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the
following was unanimously approved.
WHEREAS, annually the New York State Office of Court
Administration accepts applications for grants for local
justice courts. Each year the Town has submitted an
application for funding and had been approved for such
things as office equipment, computers and most recently
the court's metal detector.
NOW THERFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck does hereby authorize the submission of a
grant application in an amount not to exceed $30, 000 for
funding through the New York State Justice Court
Assistance Program; and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Supervisor is hereby authorized
to execute the grant application.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES July 9, 2008
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Fishman, it was
unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve
the Board Minutes from the meeting of, July 9, 2008.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Abby Katz, representing the Larchmont Gardens' Civic Association, asked for an update
on the train station stairwell, paving at the Brook, the Duck Pond Project and the pillars
at the Myrtle Blvd entrance to The Gardens. She asked about police presence and
whether anything has changed with respect to tours or posts.
Mr. Altieri responded, stating the stairwell is to be installed on August 14, the sidewalks
are done at the Brook with the paving to be done this month. The Duck Pond Project by
the County has received Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and is
moving forward. As for the pillars the Town will get an estimate for the work.
Ms. Katz asked if the Fire Chief presentations to the Board were something new, and
asked why not for the Police Department as well.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Supervisor O'Keeffe read a letter from Elizabeth Covington, on behalf of the Larchmont
and Mamaroneck Seniors, thanking the Board and Maria Gallagher for the terrific
Barbeque they hosted for the seniors.
SUPERVISOR REPORTS
Supervisor O'Keeffe noted the passing of Mary Ann Marks a resident who, although had
no specific role in local government, was so helpful to our community.
The passing of Pat Sterbenz, the husband of Nancy Sterbenz, who sat on the Town's
Tree Commission.
She also noted the very sad passing of April Farber, a previous member of the
Mamaroneck School Board and most recently serving as Chair of the Town's Human
Rights Committee. She was a generous, intelligent person who will be missed by so
many.
Councilwoman Seligson spoke warmly of April as a friend and colleague, as did
Councilman Odierna.
REPORTS OF THE COUNCIL
Councilman Fishman stated the Housing Authority had an update meeting with the
Supervisor and Mr. Altieri. The discussion centered on the current state of the Authority
which continues to be in great shape as well as opportunities to grow. America's Most
Wanted, is doing a special on the murder of Stephen Spina. Any one who might have
pictures of him or video please contact the Spina family.
Councilwoman Seligson noted the Boards and Committees will meet again in
September; she will have more to report then.
Councilwoman Wittner stated the Coastal Zone Commission is reviewing a number of
interesting applications, one from the Mamaroneck School Board as well as an
application regarding use of the Coastal Buffer Zone.
Councilman Odierna attended the Recreation Commission Meeting on August 5. The
Camp Directors gave a `wrap up' report.
TOWN CLERKS REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilman Fishman, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the meeting
was unanimously adjourned into Executive Session, to discuss a criminal investigation,
at 11:20PM.
Submitted by
Christina Battalia
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