HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009_06_17 Town Board Minutes June 17, 2009
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE
TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON JUNE 17,
2009, BEGINNING AT 5:00 PM IN CONFERENCE ROOM A AND
CONTINUING 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
Discussion of Rock Removal Law
Joseph Carducci, a local contractor, addressed the Board with his concerns regarding this
Local Law. He feels is it overly restrictive. He encouraged the Board and the Town Attorney
to review. The Board asked Mr. Carducci to put in writing any suggestions for changes he
may have.
Consolidation/Shared Services
The Board discussed formalizing a mission statement as well as creating a committee.
Written Communications
The Board discussed the procedure for handling written communications.
2008 Audited Financial Statement
Dominick Consolo, of Bennett Kielson, and Mr. Siligato, the Town Comptroller, were present.
The Board reviewed the 2008 Audited Financial Statement.
GASB 45
The Board reviewed the Retiree Health Valuation Under GASB #45 for the fiscal year ending
December 31, 2008. This report was prepared to meet the compliance with Government
Accounting Standards Board Statement# 45.
Gardens' Lake Update
It was reported that Westchester County voted 4 to 1 to fully fund the Grants for Flood
Mitigation —the Town should be receiving the anticipated $800,000.00.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
It was reported that the Town has been awarded $150,000.00 in grant funds, to be used for
renovations to the VFW—Senior Center.
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mmocks Road Improvements – Safe Routes to School
Mr. Altieri noted that the project is currently out to bid, estimated of$26,000.00. He will
contact Blockbuster to inform them of the project.
Proposed Zoning Amendment - Off-Street Parking in Residential Districts
The Board reviewed the Resolution Authorizing Transmission of Report and
Recommendation of the Planning Board. In light of this report, the Board would like to
review this proposed Local Law further.
Councilwoman Seligson noted that at the last Planning Board there was a lot of discussion
regarding the covenants' of the Elmcroft Subdivision with respect to Winged Foot.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the Board
unanimously agreed to enter into Executive Session to discuss, Litigation and Employment
History two individuals.
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor O'Keeffe at
8:20 PM she then pointed out the location of exits.
PUBLIC HEARING— Repeal of the Off-Street Parking in Residential Districts
The following notice of Public Hearing was entered into the record:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
May 6, 2009
Adjourned to May 20, 2009,
Adjourned to June 3, 2009
Adjourned to June 17, 2009
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck on June 17, 2009, 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 "Repeal of the Off Street Parking in Residential Districts"
Law.
Purpose:
Section 240-79 (B) of the Zoning Ordinance provides restrictions on off-street parking which
have become anachronistic. The law was enacted at a time when it was less common for
households to have more than one automobile so that parking the family car either in a
garage or more than 25 feet from the home's front lot line was feasible. Now it is the norm
for each household to have two or three cars making it impossible to park all of them in a
garage or more than 25 feet from the home's front lot line.
In addition there were no SUVs or other extra large motor vehicles when the law was passed.
Garages that were built prior to 1960 cannot accommodate some of today's vehicles. Hence
such vehicles are parked in driveways.
For these reasons, the Town Board finds that it is appropriate to repeal section 240-79 (B) of
the Zoning Ordinance.
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
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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: March 17, 2008
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby adjourn the
Public hearing on the "Repeal of the Off Street Parking in Residential
Districts" Law, until August 12, 2009.
PUBLIC HEARING — Amendment to Special Permit FCD Mamaroneck, LLC
The following notice of Public Hearing was entered into the record:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
AMENDMENT TO SPECIAL PERMIT FCD MAMARONECK LLC
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck on June 17, 2009 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
amending the Special Permit issued by the Town Board to FCD Mamaroneck LLC.
The full text of the amended permit 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 5, 2009
On motion of Councilman Fishman, 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 explained that as a result of public discussions, the Town Board decided
that 5 of the parking spaces in the new parking deck would be designated as
handicapped parking spaces. Handicapped parking spaces require more room,
therefore the original number of spaces has been reduced from 118 to 116 spaces.
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner,
the Public Hearing was unanimously closed.
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilman Odierna, the
following was approved:
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RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE SPECIAL
PERMIT ISSUED BY THE TOWN BOARD TO FCD MAMARONECK, LLC ON
OCTOBER 18, 2006
Whereas, on October 18, 2006, the Town Board adopted a resolution wherein it
issued a Special Permit to FCD Mamaroneck, LLC for the construction of a mixed-
use development in the area generally bounded by Madison Avenue, Byron Place
and Maxwell Avenue in the Town of Mamaroneck, subject to the conditions and
requirements contained in the Town Board's October 18, 2006 resolution ("Special
Permit"), and
Whereas, on April 2, 2008, the Town Board adopted a resolution whereby it
granted the First Amendment to the Special Permit, and
Whereas, on November 5, 2008, the Town Board adopted a resolution whereby it
granted the Second Amendment to the Special Permit, and
Whereas, on February 27, 2009, FCD Mamaroneck LLC transferred title to the
real property on which the mixed-use development that is the subject of the
Special Permit to Byron Place Associates, LLC, and
Whereas, on April 1, 2009, the Town Board adopted a resolution whereby it
granted the Third Amendment to the Special Permit, and
Whereas, Byron Place Associates, LLC has asked the Town Board to amend the
Special Permit to change the minimum number of parking spaces in Parking Lot
#3 upon the completion of the construction of a parking deck thereon from 118 to
116 for the reasons stated below, and
Whereas, at its meeting held on June 17, 2009, the Town Board conducted a
public hearing on the request made by Byron Place Associates, LLC, and
Whereas, at the public hearing all persons wishing to be heard were given an
opportunity to address the Town Board either orally or in writing, and
Whereas, the public hearing was closed on June 17, 2009, and
Whereas, the Town Board finds:
(a) when it granted the Special Permit in 2006, the Town Board determined the
minimum number of parking spaces for Parking Lot#3 without taking into
consideration whether Parking Lot#3 would contain parking spaces for the
handicapped,
(b) in the course of public meetings where the Town Board discussed rates for
permits for parking in Parking Lot#3, it heard from numerous residents of the
Washington Square area that a certain number of parking spaces for the
handicapped within Parking Lot#3 would be beneficial,
(c) as a result of these public discussions, the Town Board decided that 5 of the
parking spaces in Parking Lot#3 would be designed as parking spaces for the
handicapped, and
(d) because parking spaces for the handicapped require more room than parking
spaces that are not designed for the handicapped, no more than 116 total parking
spaces can be laid out in Parking Lot#3.
BE IT RESOLVED that since the request by Byron Place Associates, LLC does not
call for any physical change in Parking Lot#3 but only reduces by 2 the total
number of parking spaces that Parking Lot#3 will contain, the Town Board
determines (a) that the request by Byron Place Associates, LLC does not need to
be referred to the Planning Board and (b) that the Town Board, as Lead Agency,
need not make any additional or supplemental findings under the State
Environmental Quality Review Act before acting upon this application for a fourth
amendment to the Special Permit; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a fourth amendment to the Special Permit is
granted in that wherever the requirement that there be 118 parking spaces in
Parking Lot#3 with at least 63 being at grade and at least 55 being on the Parking
Deck appears in the Special Permit (as amended by First, Second and Third
Amendments thereto), it shall be deleted and replaced by 116 parking spaces with
at least 62 being at grade and at least 54 being on the Parking Deck, and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all of the paragraphs of the October 18, 2006
resolution granting the Special Permit, all of the paragraphs of the Town Board's
April 2, 2008 resolution granting the First Amendment to the Special Permit and all
of the paragraphs of the Town Board's November 5, 2008 resolution granting the
Second Amendment to the Special Permit and all of the paragraphs of the Town
Board's April 1, 2009 resolution granting the Third Amendment to the Special
Permit (including the recital paragraphs appearing in those resolutions) that have
not been deleted or amended by this resolution are reconfirmed and shall remain
in full force and effect, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Administrator is authorized to execute
the proposed FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT OF SALE on behalf of
the Town, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect only if FCD
Mamaroneck, LLC executes the proposed FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE
CONTRACT OF SALE thereby acknowledging that its obligation to construct the
Parking Deck in accordance with (i) the Special Permit issued by the Town Board
on October 18, 2006 as that Special Permit has been amended on April 2, 2008, on
November 5, 2008, on April 1, 2009 and by this resolution and (ii) the Contract of
Sale between the Town of Mamaroneck and FCD Mamaroneck, LLC made as of
January 2007, as that contract has been amended by the First Amendment to the
Contract of Sale made as of April 11, 2008, the Second Amendment to the
Contract of Sale made as of June 20, 2008, the Third Amendment to the Contract
of Sale made as of April 1, 2009 is not altered, relieved or discharged in any way
by this resolution, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that within five (5) business days of the adoption of
this resolution, the Town Administrator or other duly authorized person (i) shall
cause this resolution to be filed in the office of the Town Clerk and (ii) shall cause
a copy thereof to be sent by first-class mail, telefax or electronic mail to Byron
Place Associates, LLC and FCD Mamaroneck, LLC and to all agencies which are
considered either an interested or an involved agency under the regulations
promulgated by the New York State Department of Conservation pursuant to the
State Environmental Quality Review Act.
FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT OF SALE
This amendment ("Fourth Amendment") made as of June 17, 2009 is between the
TOWN OF MAMARONECK, a municipal corporation duly organized and existing under the
laws of the State of New York, having its principal place of business at 740 West Boston Post
Road, Mamaroneck, New York 10543 ("Seller"), BYRON PLACE ASSOCIATES, LLC with an
office at 2 Greenville Road, Katonah, New York 10536 ("Byron")and FCD MAMARONECK
LLC, a New York limited liability company with an office located at 1775 Broadway, Suite 701,
New York, New York 10019 ("Assignor").
Recitals
Whereas, the Seller and the Assignor entered into a Contract of Sale made as of
January 2007, a First Amendment to the Contract of Sale made as of April 11, 2008 ("First
Amendment") and a Second Amendment to the Contract of Sale made as of June 20, 2008
("Second Amendment")for the sale by the Seller to the Assignor of all that certain piece or
parcel of land described on Exhibit A annexed to the Contract consisting of approximately
5,550 square feet lying and being in the Town of Mamaroneck, County of Westchester and
State of New York designated as Block 132, Lot 300.2 on the official tax map of the Town of
Mamaroneck and located on the east side of Byron Place, and
Whereas, the Seller approved a Third Amendment to the Contract of Sale made as of
April 1, 2009, and
Whereas, under the Contract of Sale, the First Amendment, the Second Amendment
and the Third Amendment (collectively, "Contract"), upon completion of the construction of
a Parking Deck over Parking Lot#3 there are to be a total of 118 parking spaces in Parking
Lot#3 of which at least 63 are to be at grade and at least 55 are to be on the Parking Deck,
and
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Whereas, due to the inclusion of parking spaces for the handicapped in Parking Lot
#3, there no longer can be a total of 118 parking spaces in Parking Lot#3, and
Whereas, on April 1, 2009, the Seller resolved to amend the Contract to reduce the
minimum number of parking spaces required for Parking Lot#3 from 118 to 116.
Now, therefore, intending to be bound, the parties agree to the following:
I. Amendment. The Contract is amended by eliminating the requirement that upon
completion of the Parking Deck there be at least118 parking spaces in Parking Lot#3 with at
least 63 being at grade and at least 55 being on the Parking Deck and substituting therefor
the requirement that upon completion of the Parking Deck there be at least116 parking
spaces in Parking Lot#3 with at least 62 being at grade and at least 54 being on the Parking
Deck.
II. Assignor's Continuing Obligation.
The Assignor agrees that nothing contained herein shall relieve it of its obligation to
construct the Parking Deck in accordance with (i) the Special Permit issued by the Town
Board on October 18, 2006 for a mixed-use development in the area generally bounded by
Madison Avenue, Byron Place and Maxwell Avenue in the Town of Mamaroneck, as that
Special Permit has been amended on April 2, 2008, November 5, 2008, April 1, 2009 and June
17, 2009 and (ii) the Contract and the Fourth Amendment.
III. Representations and Warranties.
A. The Seller represents to Byron and the Assignor that the Seller has the full
right, power and authority to enter into and fully perform its obligations under the Fourth
Amendment and the person signing the Fourth Amendment on behalf of the Seller is
authorized to do so. These representations are true on the date the Seller signs the Fourth
Amendment and will be true on the date of the Closing. These representations shall survive
the delivery of the Deed.
B. Byron represents to the Seller and the Assignor that Byron has the full right,
power and authority to enter into and fully perform its obligations under the Fourth
Amendment and the person signing the Fourth Amendment on behalf of Byron is authorized
to do so. These representations are true on the date Byron signs the Fourth Amendment and
will be true on the date of the Closing. These representations shall survive the delivery of
the Deed.
C. The Assignor represents to the Seller and Byron that the Assignor has the full
right, power and authority to enter into and fully perform its obligations under the Fourth
Amendment and the person signing the Fourth Amendment on behalf of the Assignor is
authorized to do so. These representations are true on the date the Assignor signs the
Fourth Amendment and will be true on the date of the Closing. These representations shall
survive the delivery of the Deed.
III. Counterparts.
The Fourth Amendment may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which
shall be deemed to be an original but all of which when taken together shall constitute one
and the same contract.
IV. Severability.
If any one or more of the provisions contained in the Fourth Amendment shall for any
reason be held invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity, illegality or
unenforceability shall not affect any other provision hereof and the Fourth Amendment shall
be construed as if such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provision had never been contained
herein.
V. Restatement of the Contract, the First Amendment, the Second Amendment and the
Third Amendment.
All of the provisions of the Contract that have not been deleted or amended by the Fourth
Amendment shall remain in full force and effect and shall continue to be part of the Contract.
In Witness Whereof, this Fourth Amendment has been duly executed by the Parties hereto
the day and year first above written.
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The above Resolutions were put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
PUBLIC HEARINGS— "Towing of Illegally Parked Motor Vehicles
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 June 17, 2009 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 "Towing of Illegally Parked Motor Vehicles" Law.
Purpose
The Town Board finds that illegal parking is or has the potential of becoming a major
problem in the Town of Mamaroneck. To combat this problem, the Town Board hereby
exercises its power under the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law to authorize the
towing, impounding and storage of illegally parked motor vehicles.
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 5, 2009
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby adjourn the Public
Hearing on the "Towing of Illegally Parked Motor Vehicles" Law.
until July 7, 2009.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner O'Keeffe and on motion of Commissioner
Councilman Odierna, seconded by Commissioner Councilwoman Seligson, the Board of Fire
Commissioners was unanimously declared open.
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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 Councilman Fishman presented fire claims for authorization of payment,
thereafter on Commissioner Councilman Fishman's motion, seconded by Commissioner
Councilwoman Wittner, 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:
1st Responder Newspaper 2009 Subscription $80.00
911 Wear Inc. Shirts 444.50
911 Wear Inc. Chief Gear-Russo 311.93
911 Wear Inc. Uniform Hats 267.00
911 Wear Inc. Captain's Jacket 167.97
911 Wear Inc. Chief Shirts 140.97
911 Wear Inc. Uniform Pants-Nishanian 79.99
911 Wear Inc. Patches & Name Plate 50.75
AAA Emergency Supply Safety Cones 259.00
AAA Emergency Supply Aqualino-Gear Repair 184.50
AAA Emergency Supply Stream Light Repair 59.00
AAA Emergency Supply Nozzle Repair 18.00
Cleaning Systems Garbage Bags 28.75
Embassy Cleaners Uniform Maint. May 2009 66.45
Firemen's Association of The State of NY J.Russo NYS codes update class 65.00
Flower Bar Wreaths-VFW & FD Memorial 495.00
3 Physical Exams-Cioffi,
Interstate Diagnostic Inc. Gonzalez,Santoro 570.00
Larchmont Village Cleaners Uniform Maint. May 2009 14.15
R & L Consulting Sym Mail Sec 6.0 License Renewal 120.00
Sound Shore Contracting Install Photocell for Flagpole Light 80.00
Verizon Wireless Cell Service 4/27-5/26/09 292.70
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Fast Team Drill 65.06
Westech Elev. Services Inc. Elevator Maint. For June 2009 175.00
Winzer Corp. Supplies 26.17
Total: $4,061.89
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
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2. Other Fire Department Business
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of
Commissioner Councilman Fishman, seconded by Commissioner Councilwoman Seligson,
the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board reconvened.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Report of Bids — TA-09-05 Resurfacing Various Roads
The following report of bids is entered into the record as Attachment A.
On June 11, 2009 the Town publicly opened and read bids for Contract TA-09-05 — Road
Resurfacing. Four bids were opened with the lowest bidder being ELQ Industries of New
Rochelle. Mr. Altieri explained that the largest portion of this project will be the paving of
Griffen Avenue as a joint project between the Town of Mamaroneck and the Village of
Scarsdale.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the following
was approved:
WHEREAS, on June 11, 2009 the On June 11, 2009 the Town publicly opened and read
bids for Contract TA-09-05— Road Resurfacing.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby award Contract
TA-09-05, to the lowest responsible bidder, ELQ Industries of New Rochelle, for a total
of$418,253.00, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the shared
expenses for this project with the Village of Scarsdale as follows:
Town of Mamaroneck $206,837.00
Village of Scarsdale $211,416.00
and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the Town
Administrator to execute said contract on behalf of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
2. Authorization — Intermunicipal Agreement—Village of Scarsdale
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, the
following was approved,
WHEREAS, in connection with the award of the bid for road resurfacing of
Griffen Avenue, the Town of Mamaroneck and the Village of Scarsdale agree
to enter into an inter-municipal agreement, and
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WHEREAS, both municipalities have approved the bid document and will
jointly execute the construction contract, and the inter-municipal agreement
for the joint resurfacing of Griffen Avenue, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does herby authorize the
Town Administrator to execute said inter-municipal agreement on behalf of
the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
3. Authorization - United Health Care Agreement
Mr. Altieri explained that as part of the Ambulance Districts improvement of payments, it has
already negotiated contracts with POMCO Health Services and MVP Health Services. At this
time it is the recommendation of the Ambulance District Director to enter into an agreement
with United HealthCare.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the
contract with United HealthCare at the following rates:
TMAD UHC
Current Rate Proposed Rate % change
BLS - Emergency 470 350 -26%
ALS 1 -Emergency 600 400 -33%
725 725 0%
12.5 6 -52%
and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the Town
Administrator to execute said contract on behalf of the Town
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
4. Approval of Certiorari
Larap Corporation
608 Fifth Avenue
Block: 130 Lot: 541
Town of Mamaroneck
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Year Current Assessment Reduced Assessment
2003 $11,300 $6,350
2004 $11,300 $7,350
2005 $11,300 $7,300
2006 $11,300 $6,950
2007 $11,300 $6,500
2008 $11,300 $6,700
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
5. Salary Authorization
Court Clerk
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Seligson, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the
provisional appointment of Lourdes Maria Valdes as an Assistant Court
Clerk, effective June 15, 2009 at an annual salary of$38,728.00
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 Seligson, seconded by Supervisor O'Keeffe, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the
Appointment of Phillip Halliwell as a seasonal summer laborer with the Highway
Department, retro- active to June 4, 2009 through August 20, 2009 at an hourly rate of
$15.00.
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 Councilwoman Seligson, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it
was
RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 2009 Town Budget the
Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to the
following:
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HOMMOCKS POOL effective retroactive to June 6, 2009
Kevin Saporito Lifeguard $8.75 per hour
Cliff Shapiro Manager $16.25 per hour
Caroline Spader Lifeguard $10.50 per hour
Swim Instructor $18.00 per hour
HOMMOCKS POOL effective June 16, 2009
Zsuzska Beswick Lifeguard $9.25 per hour
Robert Coleman Lifeguard $10.50 per hour
Swim Instructor $12.50 per hour
Kathleen Corsetti Lifeguard $10.25 per hour
Matt Eckes Key Attendant $9.00 per hour
Michael Johnson Lifeguard $11.00 per hour
Swim Instructor $14.00 per hour
Anna Kravet Lifeguard $10.25 per hour
Emma Kravet Lifeguard $10.75 per hour
Swim Instructor $17.75 per hour
Joanne Schroeder CPO/Manager $20.00 per hour
Sarah Walsh Lifeguard $10.75 per hour
Margaret Waits Alternate Manager $16.50 per hour
Camp Central effective June 30 to August 14, 2009
Kathleen Faulkner Unit Leader $300.00 per week
Thelma Rhodes Unit Leader $350.00 per week
Peter Denysenko Fitness Specialist $190.00per week
Mary Lou Hughes Art Specialist $300.00 per week
Amanda Campone Counselor $110.00 per week
Judith Clark Counselor $170.00 per week
Anna Hammond Counselor $210.00 per week
Norma Havranek Counselor $190.00 per week
Stephanie Keck Counselor $175.00 per week
Carol Kienzel Counselor $200.00 per week
Shelia Larkin Counselor $195.00 per week
Monica Moreno Counselor $180.00 per week
Irena Mullen Counselor $175.00 per week
Rose Richards Counselor $245.00 per week
Camille Tompkins Counselor $265.00 per week
Sam Wallach Counselor $110.00 per week
Joseph Barbella Junior Counselor $85.00 per week
Elaine Kung Junior Counselor $85.00 per week
Patricia Ybarra Junior Counselor $90.00 per week
Teen Escape effective July 13 to August 7, 2009
Josephine Jurado Bus Driver $800.00 per week
Erica Koehler Counselor $370.00 per week
Hommocks Playground effective 6/30/2009 to 8/14/2009
Ted J. Ostruzka Director $10,000.00 season
Margaret Waits Unit Leader $ 4,000.00 season
Derek Lanza Unit Leader $ 2,600.00 season
Annette Ballone Art Specialist $325.00 per week
Connie Flay Art Specialist $4,550.00 season
Charlie Rizzo Sports Specialist $1,980.00 season
Zsuzska Beswick Lifeguard $310.00 per week
Julia Caro Lifeguard $315.00 per week
David Adler Counselor $245.00 per week
Matthew Alteri Counselor $235.00 per week
Jason Bilotti Counselor $320.00 per week
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Colete Coke Counselor $225.00 per week
Amanda Curry Counselor $310.00 per week
Keith Dalbon Counselor $195.00per week
Jenna Danoy Counselor $195.00 per week
Christopher Ford Counselor $230.00 per week
Anne Giles Counselor $245.00 per week
Aaron Gootzeit Counselor $255.00 per week
Amanda Greeberg Counselor $230.00 per week
Matthew Levinson Counselor $245.00 per week
Andrew Marmon Counselor $245.00 per week
Meredith Mason Counselor $225.00 per week
John Muller Counselor $245.00 per week
Joseph Muratore Counselor $195.00 per week
Joni Newman Counselor $230.00 per week
Christopher Parra Counselor $195.00 per week
William Persampieri Counselor $195.00 per week
James Pappas Counselor $245.00 per week
Kayla Romanelli Counselor $200.00 per week
Yolanda Rose Counselor $265.00 per week
Daniel Smith Counselor $245.00 per week
Jordan Talibon Counselor $195.00 per week
John Uddo Counselor $195.00 per week
Owen Walters Counselor $255.00 per week
Gabrielle Westerman Counselor $235.00 per week
Jayron Whitted Counselor $265.00 per week
Sibel Catto Junior Counselor $160.00 per week
Brittany Jackson Junior Counselor $160.00 per week
Ben Koller Junior Counselor $160.00 per week
Nicole Nye Junior Counselor $160.00 per week
Hommocks Playground Extended Day Camp effective June 30 to August 14, 2009
Margaret Waits Director $2,000.00 season
Camp Monroe effective 6/30/2009 to 8/13/2009
Grace Russo Unit Leader $300.00 per week
Jackie Baron Counselor $150.00 per week
Ashwin Bhandari Counselor $140.00 per week
John Chica Counselor $165.00 per week
Michelle Colonia Counselor $175.00 per week
Brandon Cooper Counselor $145.00 per week
Diana DiMicelli Counselor $190.00 per week
Dylan Hatten Counselor $215.00 per week
April Havranek Counselor $220.00 per week
Chris Leddy Counselor $210.00 per week
Arthur Micheli Counselor $210.00 per week
Andrew Miller Counselor $135.00 per week
Cydney Ortiz Counselor $165.00 per week
Anna Schafler Counselor $220.00 per week
Justin Dahlgren Junior Counselor $115.00 per week
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
6. Resolution - New York State Class AA High School Baseball Champions
On motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the following was
approved:
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WHEARAS, on June 13, 2009 The Mamaroneck Highs School Tigers Varsity
Baseball Team, New York State Section 1 champions defeated the Clarence
High School Red Devils 12 to 2 in the final game of the New York State Class
AA Championship Game in Binghamton, NY to earn the title of 2009 New
York State High School Baseball Champions.
WHEARAS, one year earlier, on June 14, 2008 the Tigers baseball team
defeated the Massapequa High School Chiefs in the final game of the New
York State Class AA Championship Game in Binghamton, NY to earn the title
of 2008 New York State High School Baseball Champions and thereby now
becoming two-time defending State Champs.
WHEARAS' the core of this incredibly talented baseball squad has trained
and played together since they were nine years old and like so many others
in our community meticulously developed their skills beginning with play on
the Town's diamonds beginning with Kickball, T-Ball, Coach-Pitch divisions,
and moving on to distinguished and highly competitive play in all of the
Larchmont Mamaroneck Little League's divisions.
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck was fortunate to be endowed with an
energetic resident with a college baseball pedigree and a deep passion for
coaching, a keen eye for the development of talent, and who had his
afternoon hours free given his vocation as a wholesale florist. That assistant
varsity coach Joe Glaser worked tirelessly with the core of this
championship team as the coach of their special travel team through
hundreds of games, accumulating victory after victory, tournament title after
tournament title, preparing them for the grueling battles to come at the state
championship level.
WHEREAS, the Mamaroneck Schools system has been blessed with 30 years
of the dedication, aggressive third-base coaching, and the "bionic" batting
practice pitching arm of Coach Mike Chiapparelli, who just a few months ago
also coached the Tigers Varsity Hockey team to a State Championship final
game. That Coach "Chiap" diligent training and conditioning program,
beginning with 6:00 am running practices each December both clearly
benefited the performance of his team as they vanquished opponent after
opponent and outlasted Massapequa in an grueling 11-inning semi-final
game earlier on the same day they were crowned as champions.
WHEREAS, the Town has been bestowed with the talent and strong
leadership of High School Athletic Director Bari Suman, who has brought
home three state championships and gained enormous of respect from
students, parents, fans, and coaches alike during her short five-year tenure
at Mamaroneck High School.
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck hereby expresses its heartfelt thanks,
sincere appreciation, and awe to the repeating New York State Champions:
Players: #2, Eric Strumwasser, #3, Dean Chiapparelli, #4 Stephen Van Eyck,
#5 Mikey Ron, #6 Chris Tofalli, #7 Ryan Gerspach, #10 Sean Hagan, #12 Rob
Fine, #13 Max Holiber, #14 Richard MacDonald, #15, Michael Rosenfeld, #16
Robert Gross, #17, Matt Levinson, #18 Jordan Zelin, #19 Greg Denyssenko,
#20 Dan Luzzi, #21 Matt McGovern, #22 Eric Windsor, #23 Sam Gruppo, #24
Gabe Klein, #25 Richard Dropkin, #26 Max Frankel, #27, Christian Glaser, #28,
Justin Quinn, #29, Andrew Benkwitt, #34 Nick Mezansky, #40, Andrew
Sickles, #41, Luke Glaser, #47, Scott Hagan, #49, Jason Weitzman, #51, Jake
Saporito, #55, Taylor Mondshein
Coaches: Head Coach Michael Chiapparelli, Assistant Coaches Joe Glaser,
Don Novick, Billy Byron, Billy Collins, Lou Arias, Craig Santangelo. Mangers
Kurt Jachner and Dick Kittle.
For bringing home the highly coveted state championship to the Town of
Mamaroneck.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES - 'May 20, 2009
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Fishman, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby
approve the Board minutes from the meeting of, May 20,
2009.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Abby Katz, Larchmont Gardens' Civic Association, addressed the Board. She was pleased
to hear of the good news with respect to the Gardens' Lake.
Supervisor O'Keeffe reported that Westchester County voted 4 to 1 to fully fund the Grants
for Flood Mitigation —the Town should be receiving the anticipated $800,000.00.
Ms. Katz asked if the Town was aware of the sidewalk cracking caused by the home
construction on East Garden and Ellsworth; is the homeowner responsible for this repair?
Supervisor O'Keeffe and Mr. Altieri responded, yes.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Supervisor O'Keeffe read the written comments of Brian Lobel.
Supervisor O'Keeffe noted that the agenda will no longer contain an item for Written
Communication, adding the Supervisor and Town Board receive a number of
correspondences and publically reading each one is deemed inappropriate.
SUPERVISOR'S REPORT
Supervisor O'Keeffe noted the Housing Authority BBQ was a great success, many former
Supervisors were in attendance. She thanked everyone involved for supporting the Co-Op
Camp. So many residents rose to the occasion and did their part for social justice.
Supervisor O'Keeffe also commended Arthur Wexler, the Chair of the Zoning Board on being
honored by the Westchester Municpla Planning Federation. The Town held a dinner at the
VFW Building's Senior Center celebrating the agreement between the Veterans' of Foreign
War and the Town. Finally, she reported that the Town has been awarded $150,000.00 in
grant funds to be used for renovations to the VFW— Senior Center.
REPORT OF COUNCIL
Councilman Odierna attended the Mamaroneck Chamber of Commerce on June 4th,
discussions involving the fall Harbor Fest. He attended the Housing Authority BBQ. The
Board met with the Village of Larchmont regarding the Larchmont Library Construction. The
League of Women Voters' met, the main topic was shared services and consolidation.
Recreation met on June 9th , they discussed proposed rates for the fall/winter programs.
Councilman Odierna reminded residents of the upcoming Concert Series in Memorial Park—
the grass looks great! On June 11th, R.A.D.A.R. had their annual summation —they are still
actively looking for a venue to hold teen events. Finally, Councilman Odierna attended the
Summit meeting in June 16th, Janet Buchbinder of R.A.D.A.R. spoke.
Councilwoman Wittner noted that Councilwoman Seligson was honored at the Westchester
County Federation of Conservationists. She also noted that Doug Bloom was honored by
the Audubon Society. Councilwoman Wittner congratulated those involved on the recent
agreement between the Veterans' of Foreign War and the Town with respect to the VFW
Building. Councilwoman Wittner as a liaison to the Board of Assessment, was present at
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Grievance Day, noting although only a number of residents actually attended, the Assessor
has received almost 700 grievances.
Councilman Fishman, further commented on the number of grievances, stating the Town is
slowly and painfully doing revaluation.
Councilwoman Seligson noted she attended many of the events already mentioned by her
colleagues. She also attended the Planning Board meeting - discussion did involve the
proposed Local Law for Off Street Parking in Residential Districts.
Councilman Fishman noted his attendance as well at the above meeting and events, adding
he attended the Traffic Committee Meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe, seconded by Wittner the meeting was unanimously
adjourned at 10:00 PM.
Submitted by
Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
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