HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010_10_06 Town Board Minutes October 6, 2010
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON OCTOBER 6, 2010, BEGINNING AT S:OOPM 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
CALL TO ORDER-WORK SESSION
On motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe,seconded by Councilman Odierna,the Work Session was unanimously
opened at S:OOPM.
On Line Ambulance Charge Payment System
Mike Liverzani,Ambulance District Director was present. Mr. Liverzani explained the proposal to enter into
an agreement with ZirMed Financial Services to batch bill and collect credit card payments for ambulance
bills.The approval for this item will be on the agenda for this evening.
Pay As You Throw(PAYT)Solid Waste Program
Mr.Altieri explained that he had previously presented to the Sanitation Commission a proposal for a PAYT
waste plan for the Town of Mamaroneck and the Village of Larchmont. Mr.Altieri also explained a proposal
to charge fees for the disposal of organic waste and use of the Maxwell Avenue Facility. The Board
reviewed a memorandum prepared by Mr.Altieri,as well as literature on Pay As You Throw Plans.
Ethics Law
Mr. Maker explained that he and the Town Clerk recently discovered a number of non substantive items
within the Ethics Law which the Town Board might want to address. Mr. Maker will make the proposed
changes to the Ethics Law for the Board to review and set a Public Hearing for any amendments.
Parking-Maxwell Avenue
As previously discussed,the Town Clerk and Town Administrator have proposed changing the permit
requirement for meter parking on Maxwell Avenue. These spaces are being under utilized by Area Business
employees and would therefore, be better utilized by being offered to patrons of businesses along Myrtle
and Maxwell as non-permit meter spaces.This item will be on the agenda for this evening.
New Business
The Board continued previous discussion of the Town's Boards and Commissions. The Board would like
to invite the Planning Board and the Board of Architectural Review to meet with the Town Board.
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On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,the Town Board unanimously
agreed to enter into Executive Session to discuss employment history of particular persons.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Employment History of Particular Persons
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson,seconded by Councilwoman Wittner,the Board unanimously agreed
to re-enter Work Session.
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
Supervisor O'Keeffe presented Lee Bloom with the following Proclamation, read by Councilwoman Wittner.
UNITED NATIONS WEEK
WHEREAS,The United Nations was founded in 1945,and the 65`" anniversary of the
day on which the UN Charter came into effect will be observed on October 24,2010;
and
WHEREAS,The United Nations continues to act to promote peace and security,
economic development and human rights around the world,and is vital now more than
ever; and
WHEREAS, In September of 2000,all United Nations member states,including the
United States,agreed upon 8 Millennium Development Goals to meet the needs of the
world's poorest; and
WHEREAS,The Millennium Development Goals provide a common development
strategy for the international community,allowing for improved coordination,
coherence,and effectiveness at all levels; and
WHEREAS,The United States has a long tradition of leading international efforts to
improve health,education and economic growth in developing countries; and
WHEREAS,The United States has shown its commitment to the Millennium
Development Goals through foreign assistance, progressive trade initiatives,and debt
relief measures; and
WHEREAS,The United Nations Association of the United States of America (UNA-USA),
in cooperation with other organizations, has declared"Engaging America in the
Millennium Development Goals"as its theme for the 2010 United Nations Day
commemorations; and
WHEREAS,The citizens of the Town of Mamaroneck should join with others around the
country in participating in events relating to UN Day.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,that I,Valerie Moore O'Keeffe,Supervisor of the
Town of Mamaroneck,and the Town Board members, hereby officially proclaim
October 24,2010 as UNITED NATIONS DAY IN THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Town
of Mamaroneck to be affixed this 6`"day of October 2010.
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Mr. Lee Bloom,thanked the Town Board and addressed the audience by highlighting the work being done
every day by the United Nations. It was stated that the United Nations:
1. Provides food for 108 million people in 74 countries
2. Vaccinates 40 percent of the world's children,saving 2 million lives a year
3. Assists over 34 million refugees and others fleeing war,famine and persecution
4. Fights climate change and leads a campaign to plant 1 billion trees a year
5. Keeps the peace with 116,000 peacekeepers in 17 operations on 4 continents
6. Fights poverty and helped 300 million rural poor achieve better lives in the last 30 years
7. Monitors, promotes, protects and develops human rights worldwide
8. Mobilizes$7 billion in humanitarian aid to help people affected by emergencies
9. Leads international efforts in clearing landmines in over 30 countries
10. Promotes universal primary education, reaching 88%enrollment coverage in developing countries
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Housing Agency Administrative Plan
Amendment to the Tree Law Regarding Lot Size
Amendment of Off-street Parking in Residential Districts
The following Notice of Public Hearing was entered into the record as follows:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
October 6,2010
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck on Wednesday, October 6, 2010 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
approve the Section 8 Housing Administrative Plan.
Purpose: The Town under the regulations governing the Section 8 Housing Voucher Program is
required to hold a public hearing each year on the Section 8 Housing Administrative Plan.
The Section 8 Housing Administrative Plan may be examined and copies obtained at the Town
Clerk's Office during regular office hours, Monday— Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM and during the
months of June,July and August Monday— Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The Town Clerk's Office
is located 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 all written comments at or
prior thereto.
BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD
OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
CHRISTINA BATTALIA
TOWN CLERK
Published: August 19,2010
On motion of Councilman Fishman,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,the Public Hearing was
unanimously opened.
Anna Danoy, Director of Community Services addressed the Town Board with the details of the
Administrative Plan.
Supervisor O'Keeffe asked if anyone had any questions or comments.
Ms. Danoy noted that there were no changes to the Administrative Plan since last year when a number of
changes were made.
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There were a number of questions from the audience regarding the differences in the Federally funded
Section 8 Program and the Town's Housing Authority which is not Federally funded.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilman Fishman,the Public Hearing was
unanimously closed.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,it was unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board finds that the adoption of the
Section 8 Housing Administrative Plan,is hereby declared to be a Type II Action,
with no impact under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act
(SEQRA)and requiring no further action.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,it was unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby accept the
Public Housing Agency Administrative Plan for the Fiscal Year 2011.
The following Notice of Public Hearing is entered into the record as follows:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE,that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the
Town of Mamaroneck on Wednesday,October 6,2010 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 the Tree Law regarding
lot size" Law.
Purpose:
The current law regarding the removal of trees applies only to lots which exceed 20,000
square feet in size. The Town Board finds that trees on lots of any size are valuable natural
resources which should be protected. Accordingly this local law removes the exemption
which lots that are 20,000 square feet or less in size currently have.
The full text of this Local Law may be examined and copies obtained at the Town Clerk's office
during regular hours, Monday- Friday,8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, In June,July and August until 4:00
PM 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: September 20,2010
On motion of Councilman Fishman,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,the Public Hearing was
unanimously opened.
Councilman Odierna explained the proposed Amendment,adding that his intention in proposing this
Amendment is to have a public discussion regarding the removal and preservation of trees.Councilman
Odierna explained that the recent removal of a large tree 'sparked'what he feels should be a better review
of tree removal. His understanding was that a healthy tree was removed,whereby drastically changing the
character of the neighborhood.
Supervisor O'Keeffe countered stating she took Councilman Odierna's concerns seriously and visited the
resident who removed the tree. The resident explained to Supervisor O'Keeffe that the neighbors around
her were afraid of this tree falling. The resident had the tree looked at by an arborist who determined it
was dead at the top and should come down.
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Supervisor O'Keeffe is concerned that a tree removal situation such as this could spark a draconian
amendment to the Town's Tree Law.
Supervisor O'Keeffe asked the Town Clerk to read a letter from Mr.Jack O'Keeffe.
The letter is entered into the record as part of the Public Hearing:
Jack O'Keeffe
11 Dante Street
Larchmont, NY 10538
September 30,2010
Supervisor and Members of the
Town Council of the
Town of Mamaroneck
Re: Proposed Tree Law
1 frequently walk or ride around the Town of Mamaroneck just to admire the beauty of the
place. On every street one can view a spectacular canopy provided by a wide variety of tall
deciduous trees. Beneath and beside the taller trees we see an even wider variety of trees of
medium height(both coniferous and deciduous)as well as shrubs, bramble and ground cover.
How was this virtual Garden of Eden created, and how is it maintained? By the Town Board?
By a commission of tree czars?
No, it has been created and maintained by generations of your neighbors, each individually
acting in his and her enlightened self interest to enhance the comfort, beauty, value and
marketability of their individual parcels.
You are proposing a"solution"when no problem exists. We are not about to be invaded by an
army of crazed lumberjacks.
It would be terribly presumptuous and really destructive of the community sense we share for
you to attempt, either directly as a Board, or indirectly through a committee of tree commissars,
to substitute your judgment for your neighbors'as to what vegetation should be planted, what
should be pruned or what should or should not be removed from small residential parcels.
Just trust me and your other neighbors. We will continue to make our personal decisions with
the same motivations that have created our beautiful surroundings, and the results will be the
same.
The proposed law is not only unnecessary, it has a flawed premise, i.e., that the biggest trees
are the most important ecologically and for flood control. Actually, in controlling runoff, the
most important plants are ground cover, lower height shrubs, bushes and bramble and medium
trees. The lower vegetation is also the most important for providing shelter, nesting and food to
the widest variety of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and insects. Only a very few species
of birds nest in the high canopy of the tallest trees.
One of the reasons people love to live in the Town of Mamaroneck is because our local
government is known for its thoughtful action, restraint and non-intrusiveness! Please keep up
the good work and reject this misguided proposed law.
Very truly yours,
Jack O'Keeffe
Supervisor O'Keeffe read from a memo prepared by Mr.Altieri outlining and explaining the work
currently involved in tree permitting by the Town's Building and Conservation Departments. The memo
further explained the strain to these departments should this law be enacted.
Supervisor O'Keeffe asked if anyone had any questions or comments.
Ruth Campanelli,8 Barnum Road,asked if the property sub-division at 72 Cooper Lane is in excess of one
half acre and if this ordinance applies. Ms. Campanelli is concerned about homes being built on 'spec'
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and what seems to be a disregard for the neighborhood by builders who have no intention of living in the
homes they build. Ms.Campanelli explained a situation in which she had to take down a dead tree,and
understands there is concern in waiting to remove a potentially dangerous tree.
Councilwoman Seligson stated there are trees in our community that are so beautiful and so significant
that they feel as though they belong to the whole community,adding the removal of this type of tree can
alter the character of the neighborhood. Councilwoman Seligson further stated that what she feels the
Town is trying to accomplish with this Amendment is a sense of responsibility,a sense of stewardship for
an important tree. Councilwoman Seligson noted the difficulty in trying to codify or even quantify such a
thing.
Councilman Fishman stated that this issue addresses a general concern for residential planning,for
instance,when someone paints their home pink on a street full of Tudors. The Town does not have
codes for every infraction that changes the character of our community. Councilman Fishman does think
there are property rights issues involved,and he has concerns about that. He thinks this is less
about enacting a law at this time, but rather about a conversation that needs to happen within our
community.
Ms.Gillette, President of the Garden Club,stated that a lot of what she planned to say has already been
touched upon,adding she is glad to see this conversation taking place. Ms.Gillette is concerned that as a
community we have not been good tree stewards. Ms.Gillette thinks the removal of trees on a small
property can be even more significant than on a larger property. Of concern as well, is the health of our
trees,and about an on-going evaluation and protection. During the last storm two-thirds of the tress
that went down were rotten,the other third were abused by builders who had taken away major
portions of their root systems.
Supervisor O'Keeffe stated that possibly a trust for the preservation of significant or historical trees could
be established.
Councilman Odierna,was glad for this productive conversation,adding his intention is not to spend more
money and therefore, perhaps an advisory committee could be established to evaluate and 'escalate'a
potential tree issue as the committee would see fit.
Supervisor O'Keeffe emphasized that she does not think the Town has a problem that would facilitate
the need for legislation.
Councilman Odierna stated that although this particular draft of an Amendment to the tree law may not
be perfect as written,it has established a vehicle to open a discussion.
Councilwoman Seligson added that a public education process needs to take place,adding residents
should be reminded of the possible impact to their neighbors when removing trees.
Abby Katz, Larchmont Gardens'Civic Association,stated that many residents have concerns about the
number of trees being cut down,adding that these concerns seem to be aimed at builders and new
residents. Ms. Katz asked for a clearer explanation of the current law,as well as of the amendment.
Mr. Maker commented with an explanation of how the law currently works.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by,Councilman Fishman the Public Hearing was
unanimously closed.
On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Wittner,the Public Hearing was
unanimously re-opened.
Barbara Spiridon,20 Little Farms Road,stated that she found a lot of what she heard tonight very
distressing. Ms.Spiridon sees this as less of an issue with individual homeowners, but rather of builders
coming into our community and making money off of the land and changing the character of our
community. Ms.Spiridon would like to have been notified that all the trees on the Cooper Lane property
were to be removed.
Supervisor O'Keeffe interjected that the property on Cooper Lane did not need a variance;the
subdivision was built within the Town Law.
Mr.Altieri responded by stating that the property on Cooper Lane was sent to the Planning Board and as
part of that process signs were posted on the property announcing dates of hearings.
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Councilman Odierna added that as a liaison he attended these meetings and almost no neighbors
attended,adding a better mechanism for notifying residents needs to be in place.
Councilwoman Witmer invited George Roniger,as a member of the Planning Board,to address the
Board. Mr. Roniger supports the tree amendment as proposed. Mr. Roniger did state that the Planning
Board did 'sign-off'on a replanting proposal,adding the Planning Board would never have allowed them
to cut down these trees without a plan for replanting.
Mr. Maker did note that there could be a 'loop hole'in the current law,whereas a property larger than
one half acre is subdivided into two parcel each less than one half acre thereby not being affected by the
current law. Mr. Maker did clarify however,that a subdivision is, by law,always referred to the Planning
Board in which the removal of trees would be addressed as part of the site plan.
Mr. Roniger did add that it's surprising the lack of limitation on what the Planning Board can do,adding a
developer can really have a large say in what is going to happen on the property. Mr. Roniger further
stated that frequently property owners seeking to remove trees are encouraged through the Planning
Board and Tree Commission to work with their neighbors to find compromises. The Planning Board was
very pleased with what was accomplished at Bonnie Briar with respect to tree removal. Mr. Roniger did
also state that there is no forum for neighbors to voice their concerns with the one half acre law as it
exists.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilman Fishman,it was unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby adjourn the Public Hearing
on the"Amendment to the Tree Law regarding lot size" Law,for November 17,2010 at
8:15PM in the Court Room of the Town Center.
The following notice of Public Hearing was entered into the record as follows:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
AUGUST 11,2010
ADJOURNED TO OCTOBER 6,2010
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE,that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck on Wednesday,October 6,2010 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 of Off-street Parking in Residential
Districts" Law.
Section 1—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 it appropriate to repeal that portion of section 240-79
B. of the Zoning Ordinance which prohibits parking on a residential lot within 25 feet of a front
property line; provided, however, that the repeal does not lead to the parking of motor
vehicles in areas outside of driveways and less than 25 feet from the street in front of a home,
such as in a parking space installed in front of a home and only 10 feet from the street.
The full text of this Local Law may be examined and copies obtained at the Town Clerk's office
during regular hours, Monday- Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, In June,July and August until 4:00
PM 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: June 7,2010
Mr. Maker stated that it would be appropriate to adjourn the Public Hearing in anticipation of receiving
comments from the Planning Board.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilman Fishman,it was
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby adjourn the Public Hearing
on the Local Law entitled "Amendment of Off-street Parking in Residential Districts"
until November 17,2010 at 8:15 in the Court Room of the Town Center.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner O'Keeffe then on motion of Commissioner Wittner,
seconded by Commissioner Odierna,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 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:
A&M Industrial Supply 299.00
Blue Banner Inc. 175.00
Costco Wholesale 150.33
Cablevision 114.73
Cleaning Sys&Supply 330.70
Fire End &Croker 446.79
G.C. Reliable Service Inc. 205.00
Hi-Tech Fire&Safety 40.33
IKON Office Solutions 212.13
Poland Springs 100.14
Town of Mamaroneck FD Colation 75.28
Town of Mamaroneck FD Colation 187.48
Town of Mamaroneck P.F.F.A. 173.58
Verizon 279.21
Villa Maria Pizza 47.35
W.J.W.W. 1,123.84
3,960.89
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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. Minutes of Fire Council for September 7,2010,was received by the Commission.
3. Fire Report September 2010.
Commissioner Wittner read the Fire Report for the Month of September as submitted by Chief McCarthy as
follows:
September 2010
ALARM TYPE NUMBER
Generals 31
Minors 19
Stills 0
Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 1
EMS 15
Drills 2
TOTAL 68
Total number of personnel responding: 1055
Total time working: 25 hours and 17 minutes
4. Commissioner Wittner noted that Deputy Chief Brendan Collins will be coming to address the
Commission on October 20`". The Fire Department Open House at the Weaver Street Fire House will take
place on October 3,from noon to 4:OOPM.
On a sad note it was reported that Firefighter Ted Hecht lost his mother last week. The Commission sends
their condolences to his wife Cindy and their children. Congratulations go out to Chief McCarthy on the
birth of his baby girl yesterday.
There being no further business to come before the Commission,on motion of Commissioner
Wittner,seconded by Commissioner Seligson,the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board
reconvened.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Authorization—On Line Ambulance Charge Payment Agreement
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by,Supervisor O'Keeffe,it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the agreement
with ZirMed Financial Services, in conjunction with Evolution Billing Concepts, and the
Town of Mamaroneck Ambulance District to batch bill and collect credit card payments
for the ambulance district billing,and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the Town
Administrator to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town.
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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
2. Resolution— Amended New York State Snow&Ice Agreement
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilman Odierna,the following was approved:
WHEREAS,on April 1,2009 the Town of Mamaroneck approved Snow&Ice Control
Agreements with the New York State Department of Transportation for the years 2007/2008,
2008/2009 and 2009/2010,and
WHEREAS,the New York State Department of Transportation has amended the reimbursement
the Town of Mamaroneck will receive for the years 2009/2010.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the Amended Agreement
with the New York State Department of Transportation for the years 2009/2010 to reflect a
reimbursement rate of$1,345 per lane mile for 9.17 lane miles for a total reimbursement of
$12,333.65,and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the Town Administrator
to execute said amendment and 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. Resolution—Re: Designation of Parking Lot#5—Maxwell Avenue
On motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe,seconded by Councilwoman Wittner,the following was approved:
WHEREAS, the Town has identified that the 11 Area Business and Overnight Parking Permits
along Maxwell Avenue have been undersold,and
WHEREAS, there is a need for parking by patrons of the Maxwell and Myrtle Avenue
Businesses,who would be better served using these spaces.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve designating Maxwell
Avenue as Parking Lot#5,and
WHEREAS, the 11 parking spaces will be available as meter spaces requiring no permit 24
hours a day at a rate of $.50 per hour.
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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
4. Salary Authorization
Police Department
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Supervisor O'Keeffe,it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the promotion of Police
Officer Anthony Hoffman to the position of Police Sergeant at an annual rate of $107,725,
effective October 7,2010.
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 Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,it was
RESOLVED,that as provided for in the 2010 Town Budget the Town Board
does hereby authorize the payment of salary to the following:
HOMMOCKS POOL
Lila Altman Lifeguard $8.75/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Jon Brandom Lifeguard $9.25/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Harrison Cain Lifeguard $9.75/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Chris Ciotti Lifeguard $11.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Tiffany Contreras Lifeguard $11.50/hr Effective 10-8-2010
EMS $25/session Effective 10-8-2010
Taylor DelVillar Lifeguard $10.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
EMS $25/session Effective 10-8-2010
Swim Instructor $13.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Courtney Febus Lifeguard $ 8.75/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Frank Giordano Lifeguard $ 8.75/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Joseph Giordano Lifeguard $10.25/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Erin Hayes Lifeguard $11.50/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Swim Instructor $14.50/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Conor Joyce Lifeguard $ 9.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Lauren Keller Lifeguard $8.75/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
EMS $25/session Effective 10-8-2010
Sophie Kravet Lifeguard $ 9.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
EMS $25/session Effective 10-8-2010
Andres Legramandi Lifeguard $9.75/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Swim Instructor $12.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Jeff Meyers Lifeguard $9.25/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Jon Pomeranz Lifeguard $8.50/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Swim Instructor $12.50/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
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Danielle Puleo Lifeguard $8.50/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
John Spader Lifeguard $9.50/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
EMS $25/session Effective 10-8-2010
Swim Instructor $13.50/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Jamie Valentinetti Lifeguard $10.75/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Rob Miceli Manager $18.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Lifeguard $12.25/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
EMS $25/session Effective 10-8-2010
HOMMOCKS POOL cont.
Wayne Pollak Manager $19.25/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
John Keenan Manager $19.25/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Lifeguard Instructor $25/session Effective 10-8-2010
Sabrina Bieloski Manager $18.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Peter Doria Key Attendant $11.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Krystyna Stepien Key Attendant $10.50/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Christopher Markantonis Key Attendant $8.50/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Cody Blume Key Attendant $8.50/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Amanda Biddle Swim Instructor $16.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
EMS $26/session Effective 10-8-2010
Dolphins Coach $30.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
Mike Ragone Swim Instructor $15.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
EMS $26/session Effective 10-8-2010
Dolphins Coach $25.00/hr. Effective 10-8-2010
HOMMOCKS PARK ICE RINK
Joseph Carducci Skate Guard $9.00/hr. Effective 10-1-2010
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
O'Keeffe Aye
APPROVAL OF MINUTES-September 15, 2010
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson,seconded by Councilwoman Witmer,it was
unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve
the Board Minutes from the meeting of September 15,2010.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
George Roniger, Larchmont Gardens'Civic Association,addressed the Board noting that although better,
the recycling bins are still being put back in driveways and sometimes the street. Mr. Roniger did note that
the leaf blowers seem less this summer. Of additional note was the garbage truck that started at 6:30AM
the other morning. Mr. Roniger said the lake looked bad,which was a good thing.The Halloween Parade
was announced for October 23 beginning at West Garden.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Read and entered into the record under Public Hearing for Local Law entitled "Amendment to the Tree Law
regarding lot size"
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October 6, 2010
SUPERVISOR'S REPORT
Supervisor O'Keeffe noted her continued meetings with Westchester County regarding the implementation
of the Court Order for Affordable Housing Settlement.
Supervisor O'Keeffe noted she is always concerned with issues regarding the Westchester Joint Water
Works. There have been continued talks with the County of Westchester,specifically Tom Lauro the
County's Commissioner of Environmental Facilities with respect to sharing the County's ultraviolet Facility
or the actual treatment facility. Supervisor O'Keeffe will be in Albany next week to talk with the Health
Department. Supervisor O'Keeffe will report on this at the next Town Board Meeting.
Councilman Fishman reminded residents of the upcoming LMC-TV's Annual Sunny Goldberg Award
celebration. This year's recipient is Jim Millstein. As many of you know Jim is currently with the Obama
Administration's Treasury Department and is the single individual who is crafting the AIG government
payback. Locally Jim is being honored for his outstanding work negotiating the Cablevision and Verizon
Franchise Agreements. The event is taking place at Orienta Beach Club on October 17,from 4:00 to
7:OOPM.
Councilwoman Seligson was sorry she missed the Employee Recognition Ceremony,as she was at an
important Long Island Sound Study Meeting held on Plum Island. The Island has been used for quite some
time as an agricultural laboratory by the US Government. Plum Island is notable for its designation as one
of Long Island Sounds Exemplary Stewardship site receiving recognition under the Federal Government's
Long Island Sound Exemplary Stewardship Act.The Island is being considered for sale by the Government
Services Administration and Homeland Security and its sale is seen by many as a great mistake on an
environmental level. As liaison to the Traffic Committee,Councilwoman Seligson attended their meeting
on September 28. It was a long and difficult discussion regarding stop signs. There is great concern about
speeding and traffic in our Town but feels that stop signs are not the answer to this problem.
Councilwoman Witmer attended the meeting of the Coastal Zone Management Committee. The meeting
was jointly held with the Village of Mamaroneck. The speakers were Charles McCaffrey, retired Bureau
Chief for the Department of State and Steven Resler. The meeting was regarding waterfront revitalization
programs and their consistency within the Town and Village with respect to procedures and policies. It was
a very productive meeting.
Councilman Odierna was recently in Italy. He spoke fondly of his trip. Councilman Odierna did note the
Village of Larchmont's Art Festival last weekend,it was very well attended. The Larchmont'Tour de
Larchmont'is coming up as well.
REPORT OF COUNCIL
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe,seconded by Councilwoman Wittner the meeting was unanimously
adjourned at 11:00 PM.
Submitted by
Christina Battalia,Town Clerk
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