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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012_06_20 Town Board Minutes June 20, 2012 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON JUNE 20,2012, BEGINNING AT 5:30PM AT THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 1156, 1288 BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK PRESENT: Supervisor Nancy Seligson Councilwoman Phyllis Wittner Councilman Ernest C.Odierna Councilwoman Abby Katz Councilwoman Jaine Elkind Eney ALSO PRESENT: Christina Battalia,Town Clerk William Maker,Jr.,Town Attorney ABSENT: Stephen V.Altieri,Town Administrator CALL TO ORDER-WORK SESSION On motion of Councilwoman Katz,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the Work Session was unanimously opened at 5:30PM. The Town Board discussed a few items they would like to discuss with the Zoning Board this evening. Specifically,Councilman Odierna feels the Town should look at ways to make it legal to convert one family homes to two family homes,and Councilwoman Katz noted whether a 'tear-down'could be a trigger for a site—plan review. Supervisor Seligson noted the importance of addressing these concerns with the Zoning Board this evening. Supervisor Seligson asked Councilwoman Elkind Eney for an update on Grievance Day,as Councilwoman Elkind Eney is the Liaison to the Board of Assessment Review.Councilwoman Elkind Eney reported that although no official count has been done,it would appear that a significantly smaller number of grievances were filed. Councilman Odierna stated that the Board should look at amending the law regarding putting organics out at the curb,adding it is a hindrance for residents who do their yard work over the weekend and cannot put it out at the curb that same day. Supervisor Seligson reported that Rick Cherry recently looked at the Town Center to see whether installing solar panels would be cost effective. It appears that it would not but Mr.Cherry advised the Town to contact NYPA for energy efficiency. Meeting with the Zoning Board of Appeals Additionally Present: Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals,Arthur Wexler, Fred Baron and Irene O'Neill Supervisor Seligson welcomed the Members of the Zoning Board and stated that the Town Board has been meeting with the various Boards and Commissions,as well as,the Town Department Heads to discuss policy and to generally open up a dialogue.Supervisor Seligson stated that the Board wants them to feel empowered to uphold the laws of the Town,and also wants to hear from the Zoning Board on changes they feel the Town should take. 1 June 20, 2012 Arthur Wexler stated that there are a number of Zoning Laws that the Town should consider amending(1) Lot coverage as defined by the Zoning and by the Erosion Control Law(2) The term 'Required Yard' needs to be defined in the Law(3)The Law should define"shaped lots"(4) Parking Law 240.79 effectively outlaws backing out of one's driveway and should be amended (5)The Board should consider a Residential Board of Architectural Review(6) Currently there is no leeway in the Sign Law requirement for neighbor notification, adding there have been instances of vandalism which effectively sabotages the application (7)The Board should consider a 'ridge line' limitation as part of the Floor Area Ratio(FAR) Law (8)The Town should consider dropping the Tree Law from one half acre to one quarter acre. The Board discussed in more detail the concept of a Residential Board of Architectural Review,the pros and cons were considered. Councilman Odierna stated that the Town is actively working on ways to encourage fair and affordable housing,adding that the Board is asking them to consider ways for possible one family to two family conversions. Meeting with Traffic Committee Additionally present: Traffic Committee Members, Doris Block,Camille Odierna,Steve Bartell, Nancy Angiulo Supervisor Seligson welcomed the Traffic Committee stating that the Town Board has been meeting with the various Committees and Departments in order to discuss policy and direction for the Town. Camille Odierna began by stating that the Committee recommends the Town bring back the speed indicator devise,adding that speeding is a problem. More and more the residents are requesting one way streets as a way to alleviate speeders and traffic. Supervisor Seligson stated that it is a known fact that one way streets are bad for urban planning,in fact they actually create faster driving. Doris Block,Chair of the Committee stated that what the Traffic Committee has been told by the Police,is that most drivers are actually doing the speed limit adding it is often a perceived sense that people are speeding. Residents continually ask for stop signs,speed bumps and the like. Councilman Odierna asked if the Traffic Committee should be involved in a more proactive way. Specifically,they should be involved in traffic detour discussions having to do with the bridge closures. The Committee agreed that they could and should have some involvement in this. The Town Board and the Traffic Committee discussed traffic issues along Boston Post Road,specifically issues at the entrance and exit at Trader Joe's. Nancy Angiulo stated the importance of getting interested parties involved from the beginning of potential issues,adding how beneficial the residents were along Murray Avenue. Mr. Bartell stated that the Town should look at creating more left turn lanes. The Committee noted their difficulty in locating houses when they need to go look at an area,adding so many homes have no visible house numbers. The Board stated that this is an issue,especially with the Fire Department;the Town is discussing ways to address this. CALL TO ORDER The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Seligson at 8:00 PM, she then pointed out the location of the exits. 2 June 20, 2012 SUPERVISOR'S SUMMARY REPORT Supervisor Seligson was happy to report that her attendance at the Westchester Municipal Planning Federation'Award Dinner,at which Alan Mason received the Citizen Planner Award. Mr. Mason was a previous Member of the Town's Planning Board and currently sits on the Town's Coastal Zone Management Commission. Supervisor Seligson stated what a wonderful and committed resident who has helped the Town so much. The Westchester Joint Water Works,in response to the Federal Consent Order,to move forward with the UVA Plant and not the Filtration Plant as was originally discussed. Supervisor Seligson stated that as discussed by the Town Board at their last meeting,an Environmental Committee is being formed. Initially this Committee will look at the Town's Buildings.Supervisor Seligson noted the absence of Steve Altieri,adding he is currently on vacation. Due to the incredible heat the Senior Center at the VFW will be open late. BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Seligson then on motion of Commissioner Wittner, seconded by Commissioner Elkind Eney,the Board of Fire Commissioners was unanimously declared open. Present were the following Members of the Commission: Commissioner: Nancy Seligson Commissioner: Phyllis Wittner Commissioner: Ernest C. Odierna Commissioner: Abby Katz Commissioner: Jaine Elkind Eney 1. FIRE CLAIMS On motion of Commissioner Wittner,seconded by Commissioner Elkind Eney,it was RESOLVED that this Commission hereby authorizes payment of the following Fire Department Claims as approved by the Fire Chief and audited by the Comptroller's Office: AAA Emergency Supply Hurst Hand Valve and Scott Mask $135.88 Amazon.com 10 Gear 2 Port Splitter 64.40 Beyer Warnock Fleet Vehicle Mount-Docking Station 879.06 Brewer Weed Killer and Spray Paint 45.72 Clean Air Co. Install Override Manual Switch 160.00 Con Edison Gas Service 4/30/12-5/30/12 170.50 Flower Bar Flowers for Funeral and Memorial Day 310.74 G&K Services Inc. Building Cleaning Supplies 96.73 Ricoh Copier Service 5/22-6/21/12 227.91 Senate Electronics Key Tags And Cards 413.00 Sound Shore Pest Control Extermin.Service on 5/24/12 65.00 Technical Electronics Minitor Pagers and Engraving 3,895.00 Tony's Nursery 5 Planters @$11.99 Each 59.95 Verizon Wireless Cell Service 4/27-5/26/12 312.59 Westech Elevator Services June Maintenance 175.00 Total: $7,011.48 The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye Commissioner Katz Aye Commissioner Odierna Aye Commissioner Wittner Aye Commissioner Seligson Aye 3 June 20, 2012 2. Other Fire Department Business The Commission noted the upcoming Fireman's Parade on July 28`". Commissioner Seligson noted that with all the news of fires out west, she is thankful that our Firemen haven't been subjected to that. Commissioner Seligson reminded residents of the ongoing problem with house numbers either missing or not properly displayed. Residents were reminded that there is a Town Law that your house number be properly displayed.Commissioner Wittner stressed the importance for emergency situations of having numbers visible. There being no further business to come before the Commission,on motion of Commissioner Odierna, seconded by Commissioner Elkind Eney,the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board reconvened. AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN 1. Resolution-Retirement Reporting Christina Battalia explained that as required by the New York State Retirement System, Elected and Appointed Officials who are not part of the Town's time keeping system must complete a three month log of activities with the start of a new term. Those individuals who are starting a new term but have previously completed a log of activities may certify to the Town Board that their log is still reflective of their activities. On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the following was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board hereby establishes the following as standard work days for elected and appointed officials and reports the following days worked to the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System based on the record of activities maintained and submitted by these officials,and recertified where applicable,to the Town Clerk of this body: ATTACHMENT A The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 2. Adoption of Budget Calendar-2013 Budget On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Katz,it was RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the 2013 Budget Calendar as follows: Attachment B 4 June 20, 2012 The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 3. Application for Outdoor Dining—Plates Restaurant—Myrtle Blvd On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,it was RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve The Application for Permit for Outdoor Dining to Plates Restaurant, 121 Myrtle Blvd,dated June 14,2012 and expiring on November 30,2012. The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 4. Approval of Certiorari-Mamaroneck Motel LLC v TOM On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Wittner,it was RESOLVED,that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following Tax Certiorari on the following terms: Mamaroneck Motel, LLC 1015-1029 West Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, NY 10543 Block: 921 Lot: 164 Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment 2005 $62,500 $11,280 $51,220 2006 $62,500 $15,065 $47,435 2007 $62,500 $17,950 $44,550 2008 $62,500 $18,760 $43,470 2009 $62,500 $22,750 $39,750 2010 $62,500 $18,645 $43,855 2011 $62,500 $17,420 $45,080 The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye 5 June 20, 2012 5. Salary Authorization-Recreation On motion of Councilwoman Katz,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,it was RESOLVED,that as provided for in the 2012 Town Budget the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to the following: Maintenance/CPO effective June 15,2012 thru September 3,2012 Wayne N. Pollak Jr. $25/Hour Hommocks Playground Camp Effective June 26 thru August 10,2012 Ted Ostruzka Director 10,500/season Margaret Waits Breakfast/Extended Day 2,500/season Margaret Waits Unit Leader 4,400/season Cody Blume Unit Leader 2,100/season Snjezana Glavan Unit Leader 2,900/season Derek Lanza Unit Leader 2,900/season Annette Ballone Art Specialist 2,300/season Constance Flay Art Specialist 4,500/season Anne Giles Lifeguard 385/week Craig Casterella Lifeguard 305/week Danielle Puleo Lifeguard 305/week Alessandra Spada Lifeguard 285/week Samantha Guardino Dance Specialist 320/week Danielle DeAndrea Sports Specialist 250/week David Adler Counselor 255/week Michael Adler Counselor 200/week Jazmyn Alexander Counselor 190/week Bryan Berg Counselor 205/week Gregory Berg Counselor 205/week Jason Bilotti Counselor 320/week Dan Bracho Counselor 195/week Bernardo Brandt Counselor 240/week Ashley Cables Counselor 185/week Amanda Campone Counselor 240/week Sophie Collin Counselor 185/week Alison Commender Counselor 190/week Katherine Cook Counselor 195/week James Curbow Counselor 195/week Kevin Droesch Counselor 180/week Matthew Fryer Counselor 240/week Eric Glauber Counselor 195/week liana Gratch Counselor 185/week Hommocks Playground Camp Continued-Effective June 26 thru August 10,2012 Lyra Harada Counselor 185/week Michael Herz Counselor 185/week Brittany Jackson Counselor 205/week Kiyoshi Kaneshiro Counselor 160/week Meral Kathwari Counselor 190/week Ben Koller Counselor 205/week Joshua Koller Counselor 160/week Tyler Kruse Counselor 170/week Gina Landi Counselor 185/week Nikki LaTorre Counselor 200/week Elissa Levy Counselor 195/week David Marsico Counselor 185/week Ryan Mueller Counselor 190/week Nicole Nye Counselor 205/week Theresa O'Quinn Counselor 205/week 6 June 20, 2012 Sung Jun Park Counselor 190/week William Persampieri Counselor 210/week Emily Porter Counselor 160/week Carly Renda Counselor 205/week Sydney Rosen Counselor 185/week Max Ruderman Counselor 215/week Jordan Samuel Counselor 225/week Bertram Spievogel Counselor 185/week Ben Wach Counselor 185/week Brianna White Counselor 190/week Chatsworth Pre School Camp Effective June 26 thru August 10,2012 Mary Ann Madia Music Specialist 265/week Michael DiPasquale Counselor 130/week Laura Gerkis Counselor 135/week Angela Gualtieri Counselor 195/week Anna Hammond Counselor 190/week Bonnie Jackson Counselor 300/week Christine Jolly Counselor 135/week Elaine Kung Counselor 125/week Erica Magnota Counselor 140/week Dominick Marchionni Counselor 125/week Jack Propersi Counselor 125/week Vanessa Sa Counselor 130/week Jesse Velleu Counselor 125/week Camp Monroe Effective June 26 thru August 10,2012 Maria Ellin Director 4,850/season Haydee Colon Assistant Director 2,400/season Deborah Ardis Unit Leader 330/week Andrew Miller EMT 230/week Eva Amaya Counselor 190/week Brian Carducci Counselor 120/week Gregory Denyssenko Counselor 150/week Sarah Fedorchick Counselor 150/week Katie Guy Counselor 130/week Courtney Hilburg Counselor 135/week Daniella Koller Counselor 130/week Jessica LaBarbera Counselor 180/week Gabriella Moreno Counselor 130/week Frank Mosia Counselor 130/week Gustavo Ramirez Counselor 130/week Laura Ramirez Counselor 150/week Alison Thaler Counselor 130/week Maggie Torres Counselor 135/week Ben Tugenstein Counselor 130/week Hommocks Pool Retroactive June 11, 2012 -Continuous Ashley Abbatantono Lifeguard $8.25/hour Craig Casterella Lifeguard $9.50/hour EMS $25/Session Anne Giles Lifeguard $10.50/hour Christopher Gonsalves Key Attendant $9.50/hour Alexander Green Lifeguard $8.25/hour Peter lannarelli Key Attendant $8.25/hour Stephanie Markantonis Lifeguard $10.50/hour Liam Monaghan Lifeguard $8.00/hour Zoe Morvay Lifeguard $10.50/hour Joseph Muratore Lifeguard $9.75/hour Morgan Nugent Lifeguard $8.75/hour Vincent Plisson Lifeguard $8.25/hour Danielle Puleo Lifeguard $9.25/Hour Swim Instructor $13.50/hour Katherine Ragone Manager $16.00/hour Roisin Reidy Lifeguard $8.75/hour 7 June 20, 2012 Kevin Saporito Swim Instructor $13.00/hour Lindsey Soto Key Attendant $8.75/hour Caroline Spader Lifeguard $11.25/hour Swim Instructor $19.50/hour Robert Wittich Mushroom $11.50/hour Hommocks Park Ice Rink—Off Season effective—July 1,2012 Bobby Lunde Manager $19.25/hour Sean Rouse Custodian $15.50/hour Joanne Schroeder Manager $19.25/hour The above resolution was put to a roll call vote: Elkind Eney Aye Katz Aye Odierna Aye Wittner Aye Seligson Aye APPROVAL OF MINUTES On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,it was unanimously RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the Board Minutes from the meeting of June 6,2012. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None REPORT OF COUNCIL Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended the Recreation Commission Meeting,adding all summer programs are well under way. Congratulations,goes to Bob Greason on receiving an award from Westchester County for his outstanding community commitment.Councilwoman Elkind Eney announced the addition of email updates from the Recreation Department. The Memorial Park Concerts will begin on July 2,and the outdoor movie,the Muppet Movie will be shown on July 27. Councilwoman Elkind Eney noted the wonderful Senior Citizens'Wedding Day'. Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended the Board of Architectural Review Meeting,adding they continue to discuss the Walgreens,Winged Foot and Carlton House applications.Councilwoman Elkind Eney gave an update on the Library, noting that they received "The Best of award from Westchester Magazines,for the Burchell Children's Room.The Library Facade Project is completed and they are currently working on the garden and landscaping.Councilwoman Elkind Eney noted that the offering of a young adult reading competition—details are on the web.Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended the Human Rights Committee Meeting, noting that this year the martin Luther King Celebration will be a Film Forum. The Committee is in the process of film selection and actively seeking suggestions. Councilwoman Katz attended the Planning Board Meeting,adding it appears that an approval is forthcoming for the Trader Joe's expansion.The Planning Board is currently weighing in on the Winged Foot, Porsche Dealership and Durham Road Applications.Councilwoman Katz along with Steve Altieri and Tony Siligato attended a seminar offered by the Town's Accounting Firm regarding the Tax Cap. Councilwoman Katz noted it was attended by over 100 people. Councilwoman Katz stated that the general feeling is that it will be very hard to stay within the cap without mandate relief,adding more and more municipalities will"blow through"the cap.Councilwoman Katz congratulated all the recent graduates of Mamaroneck High School. Supervisor Seligson noted that Safe Routes to School will be working with Complete Streets on ways to make our community more pedestrian friendly. The hope for the Town is this partnership could formulate goals and plans that the Town could incorporate into long term capital plans. 8 June 20, 2012 Councilwoman Wittner noted that Coastal Zone Management Commission will meet next week,as for Fire Council that was previously reported this evening during Fire Commission. Councilman Odierna attended the Summit Meeting,at which they discussed housing in our community and ways for improvement. Councilman Odierna stated that we need to find more places for our residents to live. On June 6,the Mamaroneck Chamber of Commerce met,adding they are preparing for upcoming sidewalk sales. Councilman Odierna reported that he will be teaching a course to seniors called Knooks and Grannies,adding he is looking forward to this very much. ADDED ITEM 6. Set Date for August 2012 Town Board Meeting On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,it was unanimously RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the August 2012 Town Board meeting for August 8,2012 beginning at S:OOPM. Bill Maker informed the Town Board of the death of Barbara Strom,City Manager,Chuck Strome's mother. Sympathies go out to Mr.Strome's family Councilwoman Elkind Eney thanked the Board of Assessment Review for their hard work during Grievance Day. ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Katz the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 9:10 PM Submitted by Christina Battalia,Town Clerk 9 h. Title Name Social Registrati Standar Term Begins/Ends Participates In-'-Days/Mo. Security on d Work Employer's (based Number Number Day Time Keeping on (last 4 System(Y/N) record of digits) activities) ELECTED OFFICIALS Councilwoman Abby Katz 6 1/1/2012 thru N 5.08 12/31/2015 Jaine Elkind- 6 1/1/2012 thru N 7.06 Councilwoman Eney 12/31/2012 Town Clerk Christina 7 1/1/2012 thru N 22.20 Battalia 12/31/2015 Recertified 4/17/2012 Town Justice Jean Marie 6 1/1/2012 thru N 7.24 Brescia 12/31/2015 Recertified 4/19/2012 APPOINTED OFFICIALS Town Stephen 7 * 1/1/2012 thru N 22.48 Administrator Altieri 12/31/2013 Recertified 4/26/2012 Comptroller/ Anthony 7 1/1/2012 thru N 23.24 Siligato 12/31/2013 Recertified Tax Receiver 4/26/2012 Assessor Susan 7 10/01/2007 thru N 24 Thomas 09/30/2013 20 Deputy Town Linda 7 1/1/2012 thru N Recertified Clerk Silvestre 12/31/2015 4/19/2012 Deputy Town Cindy 7 1/1/2012 thru N 20 Clerk Atiencia 12/31/2015 Recertified 4/19/2012 Confidential Fran 7 * 1/1/2012 thru N 23.45 Secretary to Antonelli 12/31/2013 Recertified the Town 4/26/2012 Supervisor Assistant to Gayle 7 * 1/1/2012 thru N 20 the Edmond 12/31/2013 Recertified Administrator 4/26/2012 Secretary to Francine 7 * 1/1/2012 thru N 20 Planning and Brill 12/31/2013 Recertified Zoning 5/3/2012 Secretary to Pat Samela 7 * 1/1/2012 thru y 20 the Board of 12/31/2013 Recertified Architectural 4/26/2012 review * Term set forth as per direction of NYS Retirement System and established for purposes of this report ONLY. 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