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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1962_05_02 Town Board Minutes "37 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, HELD MAY 2nd, 1962, IN THE COUNCIL ROOM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE, WEAVER STREET, TOWN OF MAMARONECK. CALL TO ORDER [ The Supervisor called the meeting to order at 8:15 p.m. C`I ROLL CALL Present: Supervisor Burchell Councilman Kane Councilman Brush Councilwoman Helwig Councilman Cook Absent: None Also Present: Mr. Gronberg - Town Clerk Mr. Delius - Town Attorney Mrs. Brewer - Secretary Mr. Altieri - Town Accountant Mr. Kellogg - Town Engineer [ OLD BUSINESS [ 1. Application of Winged Foot Golf Club ` Although not on the agenda, for the information of those persons present, the Supervisor announced that decision on the matter of the application of Winged Foot Golf Club for the construction of a swimming pool, on which a public hearing had been held at the last meeting of the Board with decision reserved, would be held over to the next meeting pending the Board'a obtaining further information with regard to certain particular factors pertinent to the said application. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business to come before the Board. COMMUNICATIONS 1. Acknowledgement--State Board of Equalization and Assessment The Clerk presented a communication from the above-named Board acknowledging receipt of the Town's application and certificate for state aid in connection with exempted railroad property, which was ordered received and filed. 2. Public Service Commission Notice - Street Lighting Following report by the Attorney, to whom this notice had been referred, the communication was ordered received and filed. -1- REPORTS The Town Clerk The Clerk presented the following reports which were ordered received and filed: The report of the Receiver of Taxes and Assessments for the month of April, 1962. The report of the Building and Plumbing Inspector for the month of April, 1962. The report of receipts and disbursements for the period from January 1st through March 31st, 1962. The Supervisor -- 1. Larchmont Reservoir In connection with the matter of using Larchmont Reservoir for flood control deterrent purposes, the Supervisor in- formed the Board that a meeting with Larchmont and Ma- maroneck officials had been set up for Saturday morning, May 12th. 2. Proposed Extension of County Sewer Disposal Plant Following the Supervisor's brief resume of his efforts in this matter on behalf of the Village of Mamaroneck, which he stated had been fully and well covered in the local press, and after Councilman Kane's comments on the excellent ed- itorial in this evening's paper, which he presented at this time, on motion by Councilman Cook, seconded by Council- woman Helwig, the following resolution was adopted unani- mously to be forwarded to the Governor of the State of New York, the County Executive and Board of Supervisors of Westchester County, and the Board of Trustees of the Vil- lage of Mamaroneck: WHEREAS, the County of Westchester, under order of the Interstate Sanitation Commission, has proposed en- largement of the present Mamaroneck Valley Sewer District Treatment Plant on County-owned property abutting Harbor Island in the Village of Mamaroneck; and WHEREAS, Harbor Island is a recreational facility be- longing to the Village of Mamaroneck and is an irre- placeable natural resource for residents of the entire area, the location of the proposed project is of utmost concern to the residents of the Village and Town of Mamaroneck; and WHEREAS, this Town Board is on record in a resolu- tion adopted unanimously on August 3rd, 1960, in sup- port of the Village of Mamaroneck's request for an ex- tension of time for the study of alternate plans and pro- posals; _2_ NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Ma- maroneck endorses and supports the vigorous efforts of its Supervisor, George D. Burchell, to assist the Village of Mamaroneck to protect the public recrea- tional facilities at Harbor Island; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board again requests its Supervisor in the best public interest to use all honorable means to reconcile the growing needs of the Mamaroneck Valley Sewer District and the preserva- tion of Harbor Island as the recreational center of our community. 3. Death of Arthur Dunn The Supervisor remarked on the tragic loss suffered by the community in the recent death of Arthur Dunn, reporter for The Mamaroneck Daily Times, whose services to this Board and the community were multiple, varied, and measureless in value, and whom he described as "An integral part of the Town, not to be replaced". And thereupon, following each of the Councilmens' individ- ual expression of deep sorrow, the following resolution, to be spread upon the minutes of this meeting and forwarded to the widow of Arthur Dunn, was offered on m otion by the Supervisor and unanimously seconded and adopted: In Memoriam Resolved , that the Town Board of the Town of Ma- maroneck, convened in regular session this 2nd day of May, 1962, with pro- found sorrow expresses its deep sense of loss in the passing of Arthur Dunn reporter for The Mamaroneck Daily Times and an integral part of the Town's official family; and be it Further Resolved , that this Board is grateful for his friend- ship and deeply appreciative of his tire- less and dedicated service; and be it Further Resolved , that this resolution, adopted in respect to one whose memory will be ever cher- ished in the community to which he con- tributed so much, be spread upon the minutes of this meeting and forwardedto the family of Mr. Dunn with deepest sym- pathy and condolence. 3 ;c.u3 Councilwoman Helwig -- 1. Recreation a. Purchase of Turbo-Jet Launch In accordance with the Recreation Commission's dir- ection, Councilwoman Helwig requested that the Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids for the purchase of a Turbo-Jet launch for the Sailing Instruction Pro- gram, and thereupon, on her motion, which was sec- onded by Councilman Kane, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk, in accordance with law, be and he hereby is authorized to pub- lish in the official newspaper of the Town of Ma- maroneck, The Daily Times, a notice for bids for furnishing one (1) Fiberglass Turbo-Jet Launch, conforming in all details with the specifications therefor; said bids to be opened and read aloud at 8:15 p.m. on May 16th, 1962 at the next regular meeting of this Board. b. Enrollments - Sailing Councilwoman Helwig reported that 80 applications had been received for the coming season with 39 paid en- rollments. c. Transfer of Funds (Doherty Lease) Upon Councilwoman Helwig's request for transfer of funds for the lease of certain property owned by Sidney J. Doherty, on motion by her and seconded by Councilman Brush, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that appropriation of the sum of $200.00 from General Town Contingency to Recreation in the 1962 budget be and it hereby is authorized. In connection with the development of Dillon Park, Council- woman Helwig reported excellent progress in leveling, grading and grassing, with installation of some equipment and delivery pending on the remainder. d. Annual Recreation Conference Councilwoman Helwig requested authorization for the ex- penses of Mr. Blossy, Mr. Warner, and herself for at- tending the New York State Annual Recreation Conference and on her motion, which was seconded by Councilman Kane, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the expenditure of not to exceed the sum of $42. 50 each for the expenses incurred by Henry J. Blossy, Wal- ter Warner and Mrs. Christine Helwig while attend- -4- ing the New York State Annual Recreation Con- ference at Grossinger's, May 6th - 9th, 1962. 2. Dog Notices Councilwoman Helwig presented a notice to be mailed to all dog owners in the Town, requesting an appropriation of $50. 00 to cover expenses for same which, on motion by her and seconded by Councilman Brush, was approved unani- mously as follows: RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the ap- propriation of the sum of $50. 00 from Part-Town Contingency in the 1962 budget, to cover printing and mailing costs for notices to be sent to all dog owners in the unincorporated section of the Town of Ma- maroneck. 3. Thruway Noise Abatement Committee Councilwoman Helwig informed the Board that the Com- mittee's acoustical expert, Stannard M. Potter, had been invited to present a paper on the limits on truck noises at the Acoustical Society of America Convention to be held at the Hotel New Yorker in New York City. Councilman Kane -- 1. Larchmont Acres Councilman Kane reported briefly on a meeting recently held with Management and the Tenants Association in regard to recent complaints concerning the said premises, advising that the Building Inspector would inspect the premises, check- ing on the violations in question and report thereon at the next meeting of the Board. Councilman Brush -- 1. 25th Anniversary - Patrolman James Knox Councilman Brush informed the Board of Patrolman James Knox's completion of 25 years of service with the Town of Mamaroneck, requesting that the Supervisor write Officer Knox on behalf of the Board, extending its hearty congratu- lations and best wishes to him on this significant occasion, which was unanimously so ordered. Councilman Cook -- 1. Master Plan Councilman Cook reported on the meeting with officials of -5- ti•�rfi the Village of Larchmont and Raymond and May Associates regarding a proposed Master Plan for the Village and Un- incorporated Area. He further stated that if this matter were pursued, the cost to the Town would be very modest due to the available State and Federal funds for such purpose. LThe Town Attorney -- 1. Certiorari Proceedings Property of Charlotte K. Lipschultz Upon the Attorney's presentation of an appraisal submitted by J. Stanley Hare, expert real estate appraiser engaged to appraise the property owned by Charlotte K. Lifschultz, lo- cated at the end of Hommocks Road in the Town of Mamaro- neck and known on the Assessment Roll as Block 416, Par- cel 1, in connection with the certiorari proceedings pending thereon, and in accordance with his recommendation that the said proceedings be settled at $95, 000. 00 based on the prevailing 52ojo state equalization rate and the fact that the appraiser had valued the property at $175, 000. 00, on mo- tion by Councilman Kane and seconded by Councilman Brush, the following resolution was adopted unanimously: WHEREAS, heretofore a writ of certiorari was ob- tained by Charlotte K. Lifschultz, owner of property knwon and described as Block 416, Parcel 1 on the Tax Assessment Map and Assessment Roll of the Town of Mamaroneck for the year 1961 for taxes of 1962; and WHEREAS, the Town Attorney recommends to this Board that the proceedings be settled and discon- tinued upon the reduction of this assessment: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the assessment for the year 1961 for taxes of 1962 upon property owned by Charlotte K. Lifschultz and described upon the Assessment Map and Assessment Roll of the Town of Mamaro- neck as Block 416, Parcel 1, be reduced as follows: From Assm't. Tax Year Year Land Improvement Total 1961 1962 $60, 000. $65, 000. $125, 000. To Assm't. Tax Land Improvement Total Year Year 1961 1962 $41, 600. $53, 400. $ 95, 000. -6- provided the certiorari proceedings now pending in the name of Charlotte K. Lifschultz for the year 1961 for taxes for 1962 be discontinued without costs as against either party; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that all refunds of taxes due by reason of such reduction be paid without interest; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Attorney is hereby authorized and directed to sign the necessary stipulations to obtain an order of the Supreme Court providing for such reduction. 2. Legislative Bills The Attorney reported as follows on current bills in the 1962 Legislature: a. Park Commission Bill Passed - Increasing the number of Commissioners from three to five for term of four or five years re- spectively; effective January 1, 1963. b. Westchester County Tax Act Bill passed permitting payment of school taxes in two installments (September and January) without penalty on second half. (Permissive) With respect to this bill, following discussion it was directed that the Supervisor, Attorney, and Tax Re- ceiver meet to confer on the equipment and proce- dural changes which would be required were the bill to be implemented for 1962 tax collection. c. Library Bills Passage of bills allowing the unincorporated section to share capital improvement as well as maintenance costs - also authorization for appointment of Trustee from the unincorporated section, such Trustee to be appointed by Town Board. d. Urban Towns Bill Passage of bill which would give Towns greater powers in connection with local government, particularly with reference to passage of local laws -- cannot become [ effective until January 1st of 1964. {L Upon request, the Attorney agreed to furnish copies of this bill to all members of the Board for study and information. The Town Engineer -- 1. Memorandum (Winged Foot Application) -7- In connection with the application of Winged Foot Golf Club for construction of swimming pool and appurtenances, the Engineer presented a memorandum requesting the Board to engage the services of the acoustical expert, Stannard M. Potter, which was herewith ordered received and filed for the record. Whereupon, following some discussion in accordance with r this recommendation, on motion by Councilman Cook and seconded by Councilwoman Helwig, it was unanimously RESOLVED, that this Board hereby authorizes the Town Engineer to engage the services of Stannard M. Potter, acoustical expert, for the purpose of advising this Board as to the extent of noise which might be occasioned by the construction of a swim- ming pool and appurtenances proposed in the appli- cation of Winged Foot Golf Club, presently before this Board, for a fee not to exceed the sum of $100. 00; said expenditure to be appropriated from Part-Town Contingency Fund in the 1962 budget. Z. Public Works Report The Engineer presented a written report, describing in de- tail the status of all public works projects, which was here- with ordered received and filed for the record. OTHER BUSINESS 1. Mrs. Flora Chudson (Proposed Enlargement of Sewer Disposal Plant) In reply to the Supervisorts inquiry as to whether there was anything further to be brought before this Board, upon being recognized, Mrs. Flora Chudson addressed the Board with reference to the proposed enlargement of the Sewage Dis- posal Plant located on the Post Road near the entrance to Harbor Island, stating that it would not be in the best in- terest of the public for the Board of Supervisors to take hasty action in this matter since the original order had been handed down by the Interstate Sanitary Commission in 1952. The Supervisor, in replying, stated that the Board of Su- pervisors would certainly not be making any haste in acting on this matter since it had been under study and considera- tion for some years with several proposals projected and in- tense study and investigation during the past two to three years. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting, on motion duly made and seconded, it was declared adjourned at 9:25 p.m. , to reconvene on May 16th, 1962. -8- BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS The meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners was convened immediately upon the adjournment of the Town Board meeting. 1. Claims Commissioner Brush presented the following claims, which had been audited by the Comptroller and approved by the Fire Chief, requesting authorization for payment thereof, which, on his motion, seconded by Commissioner Cook, was granted as follows: RESOLVED, that the following claims be and they here- by are approved, and the Supervisor and Comptroller be and they hereby are authorized to pay the same out of the budget for the Fire Department: Con Edison $ 45. 64 Con Edison 5. 00 Mobil Oil Company 67. 60 New York Telephone Co. 90.45 Sound Tire & Supply Co. , Inc. 69. 52 Suburban Electric Service 79, 75 Wesco Fire Equipment & Service 182. 69 Westchester Joint Water Works 2620. 00 Total $ 3160. 65 Z. Reports There were no reports to be presented. 3. Communications There were no communications. 4. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the meeting, on motion duly made and seconded, it was declared ad- journed at 9:30 p.m. , to reconvene on May 16th, 1962. l Town C r.k j -9-