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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON DECEMBER 19,2012, BEGINNING AT S:OOPM
IN CONFERENCE ROOM A AND CONTINUING AT 8:00 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE
TOWN CENTER,740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
PRESENT:
Supervisor Nancy Seligson
Councilwoman Phyllis Wittner
Councilman Ernest C.Odierna
Councilwoman Abby Katz
Councilwoman Jaine Elkind Eney
ALSO PRESENT: Christina Battalia,Town Clerk
Stephen V.Altieri,Town Administrator
William Maker,Jr.,Town Attorney
CALL TO ORDER-WORK SESSION
On motion of Councilwoman Katz,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the Work Session was
unanimously opened at S:OOPM.
2013 Preliminary Budget
Mr. Altieri stated that an additional Police Officer will be participating in the Retirement Incentive. The
Town Board reviewed the final Preliminary Budget figures. The Board reviewed additional questions or
concerns they might have. The Board discussed the street light reduction and the sewer usage fee. Mr.
Altieri noted the additional slide in his PowerPoint that demonstrates if the Town had stayed under the Tax
Cap Levy what would have been cut from the Budget.
Boards&Commissions
The Town Board reviewed the full roster for Boards & Commissions and discussed appointments that will
need to be made at the January 16, 2013 Town Board Meeting. Supervisor Seligson will reach out to the
Chairs, the Town Board will reach out to their liaison assignments to determine member interest in being
reappointed.
The Board reviewed the recent application by Walgreens, noting their signage application was being
pushed back and forth between the Planning Board and Board of Architectural Review. . The Town Board
discussed the various roles of the Board of Architectural Review,the Zoning Board and Planning Board.
ADDED ITEM
Supervisor Seligson noted that she and Mr.Altieri recently met with the Trustees of the Village of
Larchmont concerning the Village tax increase in the Town Budget. Supervisor Seligson noted that there is
confusion as to how the Village tax is comprised,adding that this meeting was very helpful in having the
Village better understand the breakdown and their ability to explain it properly to their constituents.
Update—Property Reassessment Project
Supervisor Seligson stated that she, Mr. Altieri, Mr. Frey, representatives from the Office of Real Property
Tax Services and representatives from GAR Associates spoke to review the Disclosure Documents that will
be issued to the public. Supervisor Seligson noted that this is a complicated document that will be
confusing to residents. The Town Board also discussed the Homestead Act and its inclusion in the
Disclosure Statements. The Town Board would like to see the data prior to the mailing of the Disclosure
Statements. GAR Associates is producing an informational presentation to be run on LMC-TV.
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ADDED ITEM
Supervisor Seligson asked the Town Board to consider whether the Town would like to apply to the State
for any Home Rule Legislation, adding that the Town was recently asked by the State Legislators' if the
Town had any submissions.
24 Hour Parking
The Town Clerk noted that her office currently has 24 Hour Parking Spaces available in Lot#3. This is
something that has not happened in her tenure. The Town Board thought it best to put off any decision
about the spaces until after the Proposed Zoning Amendment is finalized.
Update—Westchester Joint Water Works Meter Project
The Town Board reviewed the Current Meter Reading Capacity and Overview of WJWW Meters and
Readers as of 1112012012 documents. Supervisor Seligson advised the Town Board of the repairs at the
reservoir,adding that the recent pipe break will cost$500,000 to repair,for which the Town is obligated to
pay 18%of the cost.The repairs to Shaft 22 will cost$3.5 million. Supervisor Seligson stated that she has
requested a capital budget plan from Westchester Joint Water Works.
Update—Hurricane Sandy
Mr. Altieri read from his December 14, 2012 memo to the Town Board outlining the continued restoration
efforts from Hurricane Sandy. A full staff debriefing is scheduled for January at which time an update on
the Town's costs will be provided.
Discussion—Health Insurance
The Town Board continued their discussion of Health Insurance coverage in retirement for Elected Officials.
The Town Board asked Mr. Maker to draft a resolution outlining a form of contribution at retirement. Mr.
Altieri will be reviewing the legality of any changes with the NYS Retirement System.
ADDED ITEMS
BFJ Planning
The Town Board re-reviewed the proposal from BFJ Planning with respect to the work that the firm will
complete in regard to the Proposed Zoning Amendment. Mr.Altieri advised the Board that if they choose
they can move forward with item 1 on the Contract and consider items 2 and 3 as options which may or
may not be necessary.
ADDED ITEMS
Supervisor Seligson stated that through PACE University,the County would like to help municipalities'
adopt model housing ordinances.The Town Board asked the Town Clerk to compile examples of any model
ordinances from surrounding municipalities.
Supervisor Seligson asked the Town Board to individually choose a goal or objective they will oversee
moving forward. Supervisor Seligson noted the following items of importance:
Energy savings
Technology
Website
Homeowners Associations
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Budget
Housing
LWRP
Master Plan
Legal Codes
Revaluation
On motion of Councilwoman Witmer,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the Board unanimously agreed to
enter into an Executive Session to discuss the employment history of particular individuals'with respect to
compensation.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Employment history of particular individuals'with respect to compensation.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilman Odierna the Board unanimously agreed to
resume the Regular Meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Seligson at
8:10 PM, she then pointed out the location of the exits.
SUPERVISOR'S SUMMARY REPORT
Supervisor Seligson noted that the Town Board met for a worksession beginning at S:OOPM this evening,
emphasizing this is an open meeting that all residents'are welcome to attend.
Supervisor Seligson noted her attendance at the Hispanic Resource Center's Fiesta Event. Supervisor
Seligson spoke at the recent League of Women Voters Breakfast at which she spoke about Hurricane Sandy
and how it relates to energy efficiency and independence. The Senior Center Holiday Luncheon was the
best attended in years.The Town held their Annual Tree Trimming for Town employees which the
Supervisor attended as well as her attending the Hanukah Celebration at the local Chabad.Supervisor
Seligson attended the Swearing-In of the Village of Mamaroneck Officials and was invited to the VFW
Commanders' Holiday Dinner. The County of Westchester held a seminar on Affordable Housing at Pace
University that she attended,adding that this was a very important meeting with respect to the
Westchester County Housing Settlement.
CITIZEN'S COMMENTS
None
PUBLIC HEARING(S) —Continuation of Public Hearing 2013 Preliminary Budget
The following Notice of Public Hearing is entered into the record as follows:
ADJOURNED
DECEMBER 5, 2012
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TOWN OF MAMARONECK
2013 PRELIMINARY BUDGET
TOWN OF MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the
Town of Mamaroneck, New York on Wednesday, December 19, 2012, at 8:00 PM in the
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Court Room of the Town Center, 740 West Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York
to consider the Preliminary Budget for the calendar year commencing January 1, 2013
and ending December 31, 2013. All citizens are invited to attend and provide the Board
with written and oral comments and ask questions concerning the Town's entire
preliminary budget. The entire preliminary budget can be inspected by the public from
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, in the Town Clerk's Office, Town Center, 740 West Boston Post
Road, Mamaroneck, New York. The Preliminary Budget is also posted on the Town of
Mamaroneck website www.townofmamaroneck.org
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE,that the proposed salaries of the members of the Town
Board are as follows: Supervisor, $37,000; Town Council (4) $6,000 each and the
proposed salary for the Town Clerk is$84,000 and the Town Justices(2)$21,000.
BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD
OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
Christina Battalia
Town Clerk
Published November 28,2012
Supervisor Seligson gave a review of where the Town stands with respect to the Budget at this time.
Supervisor Seligson noted that at the last Town Board Meeting Mr.Altieri and Mr. Siligato gave a
PowerPoint presentation of the Budget. The Town has addressed the Tax Cap Levy, passing legislation
allowing the Town to override the Tax Cap levy. Supervisor Seligson further explained the reasoning
behind this legislation and the Town's financial responsibilities that led to that decision.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the Public Hearing was
unanimously re-opened.
Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone wished to comment on the proposed Local Law.
On motion of Councilwoman Katz,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the Public Hearing was
unanimously closed.
The following 2013 Budget Letter is entered into the record as follows:
Honorable Supervisor Nancy Seligson
Members of the Town Board
Town of Mamaroneck
Re:2013 Adopted Budget for the Town of Mamaroneck
Transmitted herewith is the budget adopted by the Mamaroneck Town Board as the Town's fiscal plan for
2013. The budget was adopted after a lengthy review process and public hearings held on December 5,
2013 and December 19,2013.
It is always important to discuss the environment in which the budget is prepared. Municipal budgeting
has been hampered over the last four years by the effects of first a recession and an economy that cannot
completely rebound to pre-2008 conditions. For the Town of Mamaroneck's budget the effects of the
economy continue to be felt in the form of reduced assessments,slow growth in key non-property tax
revenues, and large increases in costs mandated by New York State. While there have been signs of
economic improvement in the last year the budget estimates reflected here remain guarded for both
revenues and expenses.
The Budget is a collaborative effort in that it reflects both the recommendations of the Town staff and the
guidance of the Supervisor and Town Board. Important to the process of preparing the budget is input from
the community. Therefore in advance of the preparation of this budget the Town conducted an online
survey this summer that was designed and implemented by an independent consulting firm. The survey's
purpose was to gauge the Town's sentiments on property taxes, municipal services and resident values
regarding the character of the community. With over 1,000 surveys filed with the Town there seemed to be
a common desire to maintain the character of the Town in its current form. The residents that responded to
the survey spoke of their sense of security, the low crime rate, and the services offered by the Town. When
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asked what their vision for the Town would be in the year 2025, the majority responded that they would
prefer the Town remain much as it is today. Residents believed that there was room for improvement in
traffic conditions in the community and reducing the flood risk in residential areas.
On the question of property taxes residents clearly want the government to remain vigilant in controlling
the level of taxes but did express a desire to maintain the level of services offered by the Town. One
suggestion mentioned often in the survey responses was to work closer with the Villages of Mamaroneck
and Larchmont to identify service sharing opportunities that would reduce operating costs and ultimately
local government property taxes. It is within this framework that the Town must develop a responsible
budget plan that maintains adequate service levels at the best value.
Over the last three budget cycles, many cuts have been made to budget expense lines. This is evidenced by
an average increase in appropriations of 2%in the last three years. Our full time personnel headcount has
been reduced by 6%which equates to eight full time positions. There comes a point however that without
deliberate cuts in particular services the government will no longer have the operating cushion that
provides needed flexibility for unexpected events or providing services in a timely fashion. In two
consecutive years the region has faced three major storm events;Hurricane Irene, Tropical Storm Lee and
Hurricane Sandy. In the initial response to these events the Town must have the financial and operational
resources available to protect the community and in the aftermath of these events restore the condition of
the community. We have been fortunate to maintain a strong financial position which provides needed
funding for events such as this. On the following pages is a summary of the 2013 Budget with a focus upon
the services continue to be funded by this proposal.
The Property Tax Cap
In 2011 the Governor and State Legislature adopted Chapter 97 of the New York State Laws of 2011 which
establishes a limit on the annual growth of the property taxes levied by local government. The terminology
of this legislation is important because this is not a cap on the change in the level of property taxes to be
paid by an individual property owner or the rate at which the taxes are levied. Rather, this is a cap on the
total amount of property taxes that can be raised by the local government. Consideration was not given in
the legislation for levels of assessment or other factors that impact the rate at which the tax levy is
apportioned in the community.
The legislation establishes a formula for the calculation of the maximum tax levy that can be adopted by a
local government. A tax base growth factor is established for each municipality as dictated by New York
State and added to the tax levy limit. In addition an allowable levy growth factor maybe added which for
2013 is two percent(2%). There are also allowances for payments in lieu of taxes and court judgments
arising from tort actions. Certiorari judgments may not be included in the calculation. The court
judgments however must be greater than five percent of the communities tax levy. Neither payments in
lieu of taxes or court judgments apply to the calculation for the Town of Mamaroneck. Lastly, the
community may exclude increases in pension contributions that exceed two percent of the actuarial
contribution rate as calculated by the New York State Retirement System.
The State legislation also includes a provision whereby the tax levy limit can be overridden by the governing
body of a municipal agency. For the Town a local law must be considered and approved by 60%of the
governing body after a required public hearing.
For Town governments in New York State this is the second year of the tax levy cap legislation. For 2013
the State has reduced the Town of Mamaroneck-s growth factor and for all communities eliminated a
portion of the pension contribution exclusion. As a result the State's tax levy cap formula for the Town
provides for only a 2.5%or$536,596(See Appendix One)increase in the tax levy for 2013. This is$134,000
less than the tax levy cap allowed in 2012. The reduction comes at a time when state mandated pension
and medical insurance costs continue to rise well above the rate of inflation.
It is important to point out that for 2013 the Town's pension costs will increase by about 11%or$258,000.
Medical Insurance costs through the statewide medical insurance plan will increase by 6%or$210,000. The
increase in these two items alone account for 87%of the allowable property tax levy cap.
Budget Overview
Beginning this past summer department heads were again charged with the task of preparing budgets in a
continued difficult environment. With very minor changes the budget that is proposed here continues all
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Town services for the community. Many line items have been frozen and there have been reductions made
in a number of departments. Figure 1 on page four provides a summary of the proposed 2013 Town
Budget.
Figure 1
Town of Mamaroneck 2012 2013 Change %Change
Appropriations $31,236,123 $32,236,882 $1,000,759 3.2%
Non-Tax Revenue 9,051,883 9,624,347 572,464 6.3%
Reserve Application 840,000 270,000 (570,000) (68%)
Property Tax Levy $21,344,240 $22,342,535 $998,295 4.7%
Taxable Assessments $147,682,978 $145,647,010 ($2,035,968) (13%)
The Budget as proposed calls for an increase in the tax levy of$998,295 which is above the tax levy cap as
suggested by the State. Under the State's formula the Town could raise the tax levy by$536,596 or 2.5%.
The tax levy as proposed is up by 4.7%. While the increase in state mandated expenses significantly
hindered the Town's ability to meet the tax levy cap, another important factor was the reduction in the
application of surplus funds to the budget.
The Town has reduced the application of surplus by$570,000. This move was necessary as part of the
Town's surplus recovery plan. Over the last several years with poor performing revenues and reductions in
assessment we have seen a reduction in our surplus balances. Ideally the Town would prefer to have
surplus balances in each budget fund equal to 15-20%of appropriations. To accomplish this, the Town has
been reducing expenses wherever possible, conservatively estimating non-property tax revenues and
reducing surplus applications to the budget. The financial plan outlined in this budget continues to meet all
of the objectives set forth to rebuild our surplus levels.
Earlier we spoke of modest improvements in the economic picture and that is evidenced in select categories
of non-property tax revenues. As indicated in Figure 1, the Town's non-property tax revenues are estimated
to increase by$572,000 or 6.3%. A large portion of the increase is attributable to expected increase of
about$80,000 in sales tax revenue. Payments received during this past year point to an improvement in
this source of revenue.
Other sources of revenue contributing to the increase include:
➢ Building Permit Fees
➢ Ambulance Charges,
➢ Recreation Fees and Charges
➢ Parking Fees
Revenues from interest earnings continue to track very poorly as does any expected change in revenues
from State and Federal Aid. Below in Figure 2 is a chart illustrating by category the various non-property
tax revenues.
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Figure 2
Other Taxes
6%
Federal Aid
7%
Inter-Fund
5% Misc
1% Fines
Inter-
2% Permits Use of Money Govt
3% 3% 2%
Property taxes will fund 69%of the total appropriations. Figure#1 pointed out that again the Town's total
taxable assessments will drop. For next year the decrease is 1.3%. As we have pointed out before each
reduction in taxable assessments will cause an increase in the tax rate regardless of changes to expenses.
One of the problems associated with the continuing reduction in taxable assessments is the age and
accuracy of the assessment data. Therefore the Town in December of 2011 initiated a complete property
revaluation throughout the Town. This will result in a more fair and equitable apportionment of property
taxes utilizing current property market values. Under this program,property values will be updated on
regular intervals. In addition to establishing a fairer system, maintaining more current and accurate data
will help to reduce the Town's exposure to expensive tax appeals.
Expenditure Discussion
The proposed budget for 2013 calls for total appropriations of$32,236,882 an increase of$1,000,759 or
3.2%. Figure 3 below illustrates the comparison between the major categories of expense in the budget in
2012 and for 2013.
Figure 3
Expense Type 2012 2013 Change %change
Salaries $12,649,395 $12,756,620 $107,225 <1%
Equipment $173,200 $181,200 $8,000 4.6%
Contractual
Expenses $8,685,640 $8,801,885 $110,245 1.3%
Employee Benefits $7,695,700 $8,360,590 $664,890 8.6%
Debt Service $1,792,188 $1,898,087 $105,899 5.9%
Inter fund Transfers $240,000 $238,500 ($1,500) (.6%)
The Town continues to make great efforts to control the expenses of the government. For 2013 no new full
time positions are proposed. Staff reductions made in prior budgets remains in effect. Currently the Town
is in negotiations with the career firefighters and with the Civil Service Employees Association. The CSEA
represents the office/clerical staff and Highway Department employees. The Town's contract with the
Police Benevolent Association is in effect through 2014.
For the coming year the Town has again offered a retirement incentive plan to employees in the three
collective bargaining units. The budget as proposed at this time reflects salary and benefit reductions that
result from more senior employees deciding to avail themselves of the incentive plan. New replacement
employees will pay a greater percentage of medical insurance and will participate in a less expensive
pension plan that requires an employee contribution.
Day to day operating expenses remain virtually unchanged going into 2013. Energy costs for electricity will
decrease by about 6%this coming year as a result of changes to our operations. Diesel fuel costs will rise
slightly however there is no increase anticipated for gasoline expenses for the Town.
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Double digit increases in our pension expenses continues to have a major impact upon our budget. Because
of the structure of the pension system as a state mandate there is no room for negotiating any component
of this plan with the unions. The Town cannot seek a contribution nor can it make changes to the plans
benefits. While the tax cap legislation allows for a partial exemption of the increased cost when calculating
the cap, the expense must still be accounted for in the budget. For the coming year our pension expenses
will increase by$258,000 or 10%.
Overall employee benefits will increase by$664,000 this coming year. Increases to medical insurance are
estimated to be 6%in 2013 and we will realize some increases in other benefits as well. As we mentioned
changes to our collective bargaining agreements along with reductions and changes to personnel have
provided some measure of control to our benefit costs.
In the category of debt, the single largest impact is from the borrowing needed for the property revaluation
project. The useful life for bonding for this purpose is three years. As a result the first debt payment is
$338,000 including principle and interest. So for 2013 the Town's total debt expense will be$1,898,000, an
increase of$105,000.
Capital Projects
For 2013 the Town is proposing the following list of capital projects. These projects focus on the continued
maintenance of the Town's infrastructure needed for the delivery of services to the community.
Summary 2013 Capital Improvement Plan
Project Category 2013 Budget Bond
Funds' Funds
1. Equipment
Police Vehicles $ 65,000
Highway Department Equipment 312,000
Fire Department Equipment 35,000
2. Highway Improvements
Road Resurfacing/Sidewalks 565,000
3. Buildings
Fire Department Generator 120,000
4. Sanitary Sewers
Sewer Camera System 70,000
5. Drainage -0-
6. Recreation Facilities
Resurface Memorial Park Tennis Courts 25,000
7. Water System Improvements
8. Technology/Miscellaneous Equipment
Computer Equipment 13,000
Lifepak Replacement 60,000
Fire Department Hose 20,000
Automated Fuel Management System 35,000
Totals $ 65,000 $1,255,000
Total Capital Projects $1,320,000
The total cost of capital improvements for next year is$1.3 million. Of that total$65,000 is included in the
appropriations of the budget. The balance$1.25 million would be raised through a borrowing.
Cost of Services
1 Funds appropriated in the 2013 Town Budget
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Municipal services delivered by the Town of Mamaroneck include those services provided to the entire
Town including the two villages and those services provided to just the unincorporated area of the Town.
Roughly 18%or just over$4million of the Town's total tax levy is applicable to those services provided to
the entire Town including the Villages. For a resident of the Villages of Mamaroneck and Larchmont the
cost of services provided by the Town will be approximately$550 in 2013 for a home with a property
assessment of$20,000. Included in the menu of services from the Town are the following:
➢ Emergency Medical Services
➢ Recreation Services
➢ Collection Agent and Guarantor of Westchester County and Mamaroneck School District
Property Taxes
➢ Property Assessment for School and County Purposes
➢ Defense of Tax Appeals
➢ Community Services including operation of the Senior Center and all Senior Citizen
Programming
The remaining 82%of the Town's tax levy which equals$18.4million is dedicated to providing services to
the unincorporated area. Those services include the following:
➢ All Services to the Villages
➢ Police and Fire Service
➢ Sanitation and Recycling Services
➢ Snow Removal
➢ Leaf Collection
➢ Road Maintenance
➢ Building Inspection
➢ Sanitary Sewer and Storm Drain Services
➢ Water District Improvements
Again, using an average assessment of$20,000 a resident of the unincorporated area will pay
approximately$6,285.00 for these services.
Conclusion
The 2012 Budget adopted by the Town Board in December of 2011 came within the tax levy cap calculation
by New York State. One year later, the proposed budget comes in just 2.2%above the levy cap. Although it
would be preferable and perhaps opportune to have the tax levy fall within the cap, there is a need to
maintain and administer a responsible budget. Particularly when you consider that 87%of this year's tax
levy cap limit is consumed by mandates from the same government that imposed the cap.
The Town without question has a responsibility to be efficient however the Town also has a responsibility to
manage and maintain our infrastructure,provide sufficient resources for public safety and provide those
services that in many ways frame the quality of life in the community. We must also be prepared for the
unexpected.
Interestingly when the tax levy cap legislation was adopted, many in Albany spoke of mandate relief. One
year later we are no closer to any material change in state mandates. There have actually been changes in
regulations governing such things as health insurance that have set local government back in terms of
relief. And while the changes in the pension system may be a small start, most municipalities have not
been hiring new personnel over the last several years so the relief from the change is practically not
existent. With measurable changes in State mandates municipal budgets can be reduced with less impact
upon services offered.
As we mentioned earlier the Town has reduced many of the operating expenses for which we have some
measure of control. Even in the face of double digit pension increases our average adjustment in
appropriations has been around 2%. We have reduced our full time and part time head count over the
same period. During all this time we have maintained all of the current services.
Understandably there is a concern over property tax increases however we also cannot sustain continued
expense reductions without beginning the process of reducing services or alternatively financing our service
offerings. During this budget season two initiatives were proposed to the Town Board and will be
evaluated further in 2013. First is using a fee versus the ad valorem tax to finance sanitary sewer use.
Sewer use fees are common in a number of communities and offer the property owner flexibility in
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controlling their own costs for this service. Many times a fee of this type encourages more water
conservation.
The second is moving to either once a week garbage collection or to implement a pay-as-you-go garbage
collection system. For those communities using either of these alternatives there is a dramatic increase in
recycling and there can also be cost savings. Any changes however need to be discussed with the Village of
Larchmont as the Village is the Town's partner for garbage and recycling collection. Both of these concepts
will be evaluated further and will also be the subject of public discussion in 2013.
This concludes our presentation of the 2013 Preliminary Budget. We want to thank the Town Board for
their input and for the many hours spent reviewing the budget document. Many thanks also go the Town's
department heads and staff. Their expertise has been invaluable in the preparation of this budget.
Sincerely,
Stephen V.Altieri Anthony S.Siligato
Town Administrator/Budget Officer Comptroller/Director of Finance
On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the following was approved,
WHEREAS,on October 17,2012 the Budget Officer submitted to the Town Clerk,the
Town
Supervisor and Town Board the 2013 Tentative Budget for the Town of Mamaroneck,
and
WHEREAS, on October 24,October 29, November 2, November 6,and November 13 of
2012 the Town Board held public work sessions to consider amendments and changes
to the Tentative Budget,and
WHEREAS,on December 5 and December 19 2012 the Town Board held Public Hearings
on the 2013 Preliminary Budget for the Town of Mamaroneck,and
WHEREAS,on December 19,2012 an amended 2013 Preliminary Budget was submitted
to the Town Board and presented to the Public.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Town Board does hereby adopt the revised 2013 Preliminary Town
of Mamaroneck Budget as the final operating budget for 2013.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Seligson,and then on motion of Commissioner Katz,
seconded by Commissioner Wittner,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
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1. FIRE CLAIMS
On motion of Commissioner Witmer,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 Repair of Storz Lock&Fan,Fireless Hooks,Tool&Foam $1,269.15
Amazon.com Batteries,USB Cable,Scanner,File Desk, Monitor 1,367.72
Bonnie Briar Country Club Fire Dept. Inspection Dinner-Oct.15, 2012 4,800.00
Brewer Bulb,Control Nozzle and Armor Connector 66.16
Broadway Minerva Cleaners Repair, Restich and Patch Holes On Uniform 672.25
Cablevision Cable Service 11/23-12/22/12 143.99
Cleaning Systems Cleaning Supplies 325.95
Cleaning Systems Cleaning Supplies 153.84
Con Edison Gas Service 10/29-11/29/12 846.47
Foley Hardware Replacement Power Cords 37.39
Foley Hardware 50'Annealed Wire 3.39
G&K Services Mats, Rags and Towels 101.65
Global Montello Group 100 Gal Diesel Fuel 330.77
Home Depot Replacement Front Load Washer 799.00
Home Depot Tools for Fire Apparatus 393.80
Interstate Diagnostics V.Anderson &A.Crivorot Annual FF Physicals 805.00
Jeff Wilson Re-Writing of Annual OSHA Training&Classroom Inst. 500.00
Loose Leaf Law Publications EMS and Fire Legal Guide Inserts for 2012 44.00
M.S.L. Refrigeration Inc. Service Call 135.00
NFPA Three Year Membership 2/28/13-2/28/16 430.00
New England Sportswear Three Class A Uniforms 1,183.00
New England Uniform Uniform Order for 2012 4,861.00
New England Uniform T-Shirts 900.00
Oakland Beach Deli Food for Department Drill-11/20/12 216.00
Poland Springs Water Cooler Rental 10/19-11/18/12 101.63
R&L Consulting Power Supply for Horn System 110.24
Rescue stuff Inc. Knit Winter Hats 798.00
Ricoh Copier Rental 11/22-12/21/12 341.42
SG Fire Protection Kitchen Hood Cleaning&New Belts and Pulleys 650.00
Smith EI-Dis-Co Bulbs 308.57
Town of Mam'k FD Reimb. For Inspection Dinner-10/4/12 392.19
Town of Mam'k PFFA Life Ins. For Nov.2012 188.65
UMC Medical Consultants Orth Exam-Fitness for Duty P.Tavolilla 525.00
United States Treasury(For Fireone Inc) Fire Equipment Testing 5,966.80
Verizon Wireless Cell Service 10/27-11/26/12 243.89
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Explorer Drill-11/29/12 46.04
Westech 5 Gallons of Hydraulic Oil Added to Reservoir Tank 120.00
Westech Elevator Maintenance December 2012 175.00
Total: $30,352.96
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
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2. Other Fire Department Business
Commissioner Wittner read the Fire Report for the Month of November as submitted by Chief Collins as
follows:
November 2012
ALARM TYPE NUMBER
Generals 48
Minors 13
Stills 44
Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 6
EMS 36
Drills 6
TOTAL 153
Total number of personnel responding: 1664
Total time working: 62 hours and 34 minutes
3. Fire District Budget
On motion of Commissioner Odierna,seconded by Commissioner Wittner,the following was approved
WHEREAS,on October 17,2012 the Budget Officer submitted to the Town Clerk,the Town
Supervisor and Town Board the 2013 Tentative Budget for the Fire District,and
WHEREAS, on October 24,October 29, November 2, November 6,and November 13 of 2012
the Town Board held public work sessions to consider amendments and changes to the
Tentative Budget,and
WHEREAS,on December 5 and December 19 2012 the Town Board held Public Hearings on
the 2013 Preliminary Budget for the Fire District,and
WHEREAS,on December 19,2012 an amended 2013 Preliminary Budget was submitted to
the Town Board and presented to the Public.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Town Board does hereby adopt the revised 2013 Preliminary Fire
District Budget as the final operating budget for 2013.
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
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. Adoption of 2013 Town Budget
The 2013 Town of Mamaroneck Budget was adopted during the Public Hearing portion of the Meeting.
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2. Authorization—Correction of Tax Roll—Con Edison
On motion of Councilwoman Katz,seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney,the following was approved,
WHEREAS,Taxable Assessments for properties owned by Con Edison have their property
valued by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance and these assessments are
considered as Special Franchise Assessments,and
WHEREAS,for the 2013 tax role a lower assessment for Con Edison was not reflectived in the
mailing of the April 2013 tax billings for Town and County taxes,and
WHEREAS,the Town Assessor has received and approved the Application for Corrected Tax
Roll
(RP-554) in connection with the Con Edison Parcels 8-1-3, 1-1-4 and 6-1-4.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the Town Receiver of
Taxes to correct the 2013 tax roll in connection with the following Con Edison Parcels 8-1-3, 1-
1-4 and 6-1-4.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
3. Authorization—Consultant Services Proposed Zoning Amendment
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,it was
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve Phase 1
of the proposal from BFJ Planning,which includes preparing the Draft Generic
Environmental Impact Statement(DGEIS),to present the proposed actions at
the Town of Mamaroneck Public Hearings,to review and document public
comments,and review and outline the Final Generic Environmental Impact
Statement(FGEIS)with respect to the Proposed Zoning Amendments to the B
and SB Zones in the Town of Mamaroneck.
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
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,it was
RESOLVED,that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following tax
certiorari on the following terms:
Sheldrake River Realty, Inc.
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650 Van Ranst Place
Block: 822 Lot: 359
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2010 $12,400 $8,104 $4,296
2011 $ 8,000 $3,676 $4,324
2012 $ 8,000 $3,911 $4,089
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,it was
RESOLVED,that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following tax
certiorari on the following terms:
Thousandaire, Inc.
325 Center Avenue
Block: 831 Lot: 25
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2010 $14,000 $1,825 $12,175
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
5. Salary Authorization—Recreation
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,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:
Hommocks Pool effective January 1,2013 to June 14, 2013
Ashley Abbatantono Lifeguard $8.75/hour
Maxamillan Alfaro Lifeguard $10.75/hour
Sabrina Bieloski Manager $18.50/hour
Amanda Biddle Swim Instructor $17.00/hour
EMS $26/session
Dolphins Coach $30/hour
Jonathan Brandom Lifeguard $10.25/hour
Daniel Brussich EMS $25/session
Giani Brussich Lifeguard $11.00/hour
EMS $25/session
Craig Casterella Lifeguard $10.00/hour
EMS $25/Session
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Christopher Ciotti Manager $17/hour
Olivia Cipriano Lifeguard $9.00/hour
Benjamin Everhart Lifeguard $9.00/hour
Brian Garvey Key Attendant $9.50/hour
Frank Giordano Lifeguard $10.00/hour
Alexander Green Lifeguard $8.75/hour
Anne Hale Lifeguard $10.00/hour
Liam Hanley Lifeguard $9.00/hour
Michael lanniello Lifeguard $10/hour
Peter lannarelli Key Attendant $8.25/hour
John Keenan Manager $20/hour
Jaclyn Keller Lifeguard $8.75/hour
EMS $25/session
Lauren Keller Lifeguard $10.50/hour
EMS $26/session
Swim Instructor $14.00/hour
Angie King Aqua Jog Instructor $50/session
Hommocks Pool effective January 1,2013 to June 14, 2013
Elizabeth Koenig Manager $16/hour
Andres Legramandi Lifeguard $10.75/hour
Swim Instructor $13.50/hour
Stephanie Markantonis Lifeguard $10.75/hour
Theodore Magram Lifeguard $9.00/hour
EMS $25/session
William Mackin Manager $25/hour
Jeffery Meyers Lifeguard $10.50/hour
Morgan Nugent Lifeguard $9.00/hour
Felicia O'Connor Lifeguard $9.25/hour
EMS $25/session
Rory O'Connor Lifeguard $10.25/hour
EMS $25/session
Michael Paladino Key Attendant $9.50/hour
Vincent Plisson Lifeguard $9.00/hour
Danielle Puleo Lifeguard $10.00/hour
Swim Instructor $14.00/hour
Mariella Puleo Key Attendant $9.25/hour
Victoria Puleo Key Attendant $8.00/hour
Kenneth Pomeranz Lifeguard $8.75/hour
Neidyn Regalado Lifeguard $9.00/hour
Swim Instructor $12.00/hour
Ciaran Reidy Lifeguard $11.25/hour
EMS $25/session
Roisin Reidy Lifeguard $9.25/hour
EMS $25/session
Stacy Robustelli Lifeguard $8.75/hour
Instructor $12.00/hour
Claire Saporito Lifeguard $8.75/hour
Maura Saporito Lifeguard $10.00/hour
Thomas Saporito Lifeguard $11.00/hour
Angel Skytte Gaiser Manager $18.75/hour
Alessandra Spada Lifeguard $9.50/hour
EMS $25/session
Krystyna Stepien Key Attendant $11.00/hour
Hommocks Pool: Retroactive December 14, 2012-June 14,2013
Harrison Cain Lifeguard $10.75/hour
Taylor DelVillar Lifeguard $10.75/hour
Jonathan Pomeranz Lifeguard $11.00/hour
Eric Robustelli Lifeguard $10.25/hour
Kevin Saporito Lifeguard $10.75/hour
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
ADDED ITEM
6. Update—Reassessment Project
Supervisor Seligson stated that the Disclosure Statements will be issued in March showing residents what
their assessments will look like with the new property values and what tax payments would have looked
look like for a 2011 tax bill based on these new values. The Town is preparing to have meetings and
presentations to residents, meetings with the Villages',and discussions concerning the Homestead Act.
GAR Associates will have office hours to meet with residents to review the Disclosure Statements.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES—November 8,2012 and November 19,2012
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilman Odierna,it was
unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve
the Board Minutes from the Meetings of November 8 and November
19,2012.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
REPORTS OF COUNCIL
Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended the Board of Architectural Review Meeting at which they approved
the sign for Walgreens and discussed the signage for Seasons Too. State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli spoke
at the last Westchester Municipal Officials Association Dinner which Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended.
Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended the Library Board Meeting,adding how impressed she is in the
amount of electronic services the Library provides.Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended the Recreation
Meeting, noting that the electronic newsletter has been initiated and encouraged residents to sign up for
this. Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended the Summit Meeting at which the discussion involved voting
registration and Voter rights. Residents were reminded of the upcoming Martin Luther King,Jr. Film Event
honoring Dr. King,adding films will be shown in all 3 municipalities,the schedule and details are on the
Town's web-site.
Councilwoman Katz attended the Conservation Cafe Seminar at which the discussion involved garbage
reduction in our communities.Councilwoman Katz attended the Summit's monthly coffee with local
representatives,County Legislator Judy Myers,Senator George Latimer and Legislator Steve Otis.
Councilwoman Katz attended the Planning Board Meeting.
Councilwoman Wittner stated she reported on the Fire Council Meeting at the last Town Board Meeting
and Coastal Zone Management Commission did not meet in the month of December.
Councilman Odierna attended a Hommocks Middle School Concert at which his grandchildren were
participants. Councilman Odierna also attended the League of Women Voters Meeting,adding how
interesting the discussion was.Councilman Odierna attended a Healthy Communities Coalition Meeting at
the Rye Meeting Room,were they continue to use grant monies to fund programs to promote healthier
and more active lifestyles in an efforts to curb the growth in diabetes. Councilman Odierna also attended
the Westchester Municipal Officials Association Dinner,adding Mr. DiNapoli gave a troubling picture of
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where the State economy is going and advised the audience that the State is working on a report regarding
mandate relief.
It was noted that a candlelight vigil will be held for those whose lives were lost in Newtown Connecticut.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilwoman Katz,the meeting was unanimously
adjourned at 9:30 PM
Submitted by
Christina Battalia,Town Clerk
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