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June 1, 2016
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON JUNE 1, 2016, BEGINNING AT 5:00PM IN
CONFERENCE ROOM D AND CONTINUING AT 8:00 PM IN CONFERENCE ROOM D OF
THE TOWN CENTER, 740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
PRESENT: Supervisor Nancy Seligson
Councilman Ernest C. Odierna
Councilwoman Abby Katz
Councilwoman Jaine Elkind Eney
Councilman Thomas A. Murphy
ALSO PRESENT: Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator
Connie Green O’Donnell, Assistant Town Administrator
William Maker, Jr., Town Attorney
CALL TO ORDER - WORK SESSION
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the Work Session was
unanimously opened at 5:00PM.
ADDED ITEM
2016 Property Assessment Update
Additionally Present: Pamela Valenza, Town Assessor
The Town Board heard an update from the Town Assessor on the 2016 Property Assessment Update. The
Town Board reviewed the PowerPoint that is currently available on the Town’s website.
Land Use Law Center
Additionally Present: Tiffany Zezula, of PACE Land Use Center
Ms. Zezula explained that the Town has been selected to attend the Land Use Leadership Alliance Training
Program, a description of which is below:
Program Description
The LULA training program was founded in 1995 to address general land use matters in the
suburban and rural communities of New York State. Since then, it has expanded to train
leaders in New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Utah, and its curriculum has grown
to include issues faced in urban communities. Each four-day program is designed to meet
the needs of its participants and their communities by focusing on both foundational and
cutting-edge information related to their priority land use issues. Participants are given a
range of tools and techniques to utilize in both the land use and decision-making contexts.
The Town is joined in this invitation by the municipalities of New Castle, Village of Port Chester, Village of
Ossining, Tarrytown, Sleepy Hollow and Bedford for their cooperative work on a sustainability action. The
training program requires the Town to prepare a leadership team from various areas of the Town. There is
a pre-meeting questionnaire that will help in developing a specific training program geared specifically for
the Town. There is no fee for this program, and the legal profession can gain Continuing Legal Education
credits. Ms. Zezula noted that some communities are using this as a retreat type program, others are using
it as way of getting program support. Supervisor Seligson noted that this would be a great tool to help the
Town work on developing its comprehensive plan. Additionally, Ms. Zezula stated that at the end of the
training a letter of commitment is required. Ms. Zezula congratulated the Town on being nominated, and
encouraged the Town to participate in this great program.
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Town Board Training - Computers
Additionally Present: Roz Cimino
The Town Board received their laptops, and a brief overview from Ms. Cimono. The Board was reminded
that these are Town computers and they will follow all security and protocols for the Town.
Discussion - Private Roads – Bonnie Briar Association
Additionally Present: Ragu Ramachandran, Lewis Fineberg, Mark Schumer, Greg Hall and Tony Lucas, all of
the Bonnie Briar Association.
Supervisor Seligson gave a quick recap of the previous discussions, then Mr. Lucas addressed the Board
noted his understanding of the two key concerns of the Town. One, the use of highway ( Town ) funds, and
secondly expending these funds would set a precedent. Mr. Lucas added that the Town already set a
precedent by paving all of Bonnie Briar Lane in 2007.
Mr. Altieri countered, that his recollection is that paving was only done up to the bridge.
After some additional discussion and the opinion of the Town Attorney that expending Town Funds for
private roads is not permitted, the Town proposed the following: The Town would purchase the materials,
conduct the paving and the residents would be offered an installment plan to pay for the impact per
household. The Town received an estimate of $192,000.
Mr. Maker noted that there is no real recourse for the Town, should a resident refuse to pay the
installment.
Mr. Hall asked the Town to look at the condition of the Leatherstocking trail in front of his home at 7
Stafford Road, as there are significant fallen trees. Mr. Hall was informed that it is the policy of the Town to
not remove fallen trees and brush in conservation areas unless they are blocking the trail way.
NEW BUSINESS
The Town Board discussed the recent motorcycle accident at Rockland Avenue and Boston Post Road.
Board Members discussed more effective ways for traffic control and for alerting drivers sooner to stay
away from the area and find alternate routes.
The Town Board noted that they need to review the Code of Ethics with respect to the new site plan law
and how it effects Members of the Land Use Boards.
The Town Clerk, Christina Battalia, was ask to review the County Peddlers License, and report back to the
Town Board whether it effects the Town licenses with respect to a veteran waver of the fee.
Discussion of Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
Additionally Present: Town intern, Alexis Espada
The Town Board reviewed a memo from the Town Attorney, dated May 27, 2016, which included a report
that looked at 50 homes of varying sizes and including a chart for Town Board discussion.
Supervisor Seligson noted that Alexis has been working with Bill Maker to gather data that would be useful
to the Board in discussing FAR. Supervisor Seligson stated that it appears the feeling of the Town Board is
to review FAR. The Board noted that there seems to be more public concern about medium and small sized
lots. The Town Board was in favor of moving forward with review of the FAR. The Town Board asked that
the previous FAR report by Frank Fish report be distributed for review and for discussion of whether to hire
Frank Fish.
Sheldrake Lofts – Blood Bros. lot
The Board discussed the concerns regarding repair of the Waverly Avenue Bridge with respect to the
development of Sheldrake Lofts. The developer is slated to pay the $125,000 replacement cost, but there is
also discussion of the Waverly Avenue Bridge and the Ward Bridge in the Army Corp of Engineers
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proposals. The Board noted that there is much in flux and hard to know exactly where all of this stands, but
that the Town should keep abreast.
Blasting
Supervisor Seligson noted that this continues to be of concern to residents as demonstrated recently by
contact from residents requesting it be outright banned. Supervisor Seligson stated that she informed the
residents that the Town Board actually thinks blasting is preferable to chipping. The Town Board will not
move forward on review of the blasting law at this time.
Public Display at Palmer Avenue
Supervisor Seligson noted that she was contacted by residents who feel the island at Weaver Street and
Palmer Avenue used for public display is unsightly. The Board discussed gathering information and pricing
on a more uniform and formal display, as compared to the current somewhat hodge-podge of signs.
On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the Board unanimously agreed
to enter into an Executive Session to discuss the Purchase of Real Property.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Purchase of Real Property
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the Board unanimously agreed
to resume the Regular Meeting.
CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING
The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Seligson at
8:15 PM, she then pointed out the location of the exits.
Supervisor Seligson noted that the Town Board met for a worksession beginning at 5:00 o’clock this
evening, adding this is an open meeting that all residents’ are welcomed to attend.
CITIZEN’S COMMENTS
Supervisor Seligson asked if anyone in the audience would like to address the Board on a topic other than
this evening’s public hearing, and there was not.
OUT OF ORDER
PUBLIC HEARING (S) – “Restricted and Metered Parking on Baldwin Avenue” Law
The following Notice of Public Hearing is entered into the record as follows:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Section 130 of the Town Law of the State of New
York, and pursuant to a resolution of the Mamaroneck Town Board adopted on May 18, 2016 a
Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at 8:00 PM or as soon thereafter as is
possible at the Town Center, 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York to consider:
“Restricted and Metered Parking on Baldwin Avenue” Law.
Section 1 – Purpose.
Baldwin Avenue presents a unique situation. It is within walking distance of the Larchmont Metro-
North train station, making it attractive to drivers who periodically travel by rail to New York City.
Baldwin Avenue also is walking distance to Memorial Park and the recreational facilities run by the
Town in that park. This law aims to strike a balance among the needs of the Baldwin Avenue
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residents, occasional train travelers and users of Memorial Park by creating a mixture of parking
regulations on Baldwin Avenue. The goal is to accommodate persons who require short term
parking when they engage in recreational activities, like tennis, at Memorial Park, and longer term
parking for persons who wish to travel to New York City to shop, visit museums or keep
appointments with physicians, etc.
The full text of this Amendment is stated below and can also be examined and copies
obtained at the Town Clerk's office during regular hours, Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, In
June, July and August until 4:00 PM at 740 W. Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, NY
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: May 23, 2016
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman Murphy, the Public Hearing was
unanimously opened.
Supervisor Seligson asked Councilwoman Katz to explain the law, then after Councilwoman Katz
comments, she asked anyone wished to comment on the proposed Local Law.
Laura Fusco, of Baldwin Avenue, addressed the Board. She questions how the Town plans to enforce the
law and keep commuters from parking all day.
Supervisor Seligson stated that through signage and the Town’s Parking Enforcements Officers.
Marie Schiraldi-Cattau, 20 Baldwin Avenue, addressed the Board. Ms. Schiraldi-Cattau, understands the
Town is trying to balance the needs of the Community, but she thinks the Town should address what
appears to be an increase in recreation programming. Ms. Schiraldi stated that the grass field is
continually in use by programs.
Mr. Altieri stated that use of the grass field is not by Town programs, adding it has been intentionally left
as an unregulated field for community use.
Ms. Schiraldi-Cattau also stated that she feels regulated parking effects the value of her home.
Jeannie Saporitto, of Baldwin Avenue, addressed the Board. Ms. Saporitto also agrees with the
comments that the field seems over used and over programmed and that the street cannot
accommodate the increase. She asked the Town Board to address this.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman Murphy, the Public Hearing was
unanimously closed.
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the following Local law was
approved:
Local Law No. 8 - 2016
This local law shall be known as the “Restricted and Metered Parking on Baldwin Avenue” Law.
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck
Section 1 – Purpose:
Baldwin Avenue presents a unique situation. It is within walking distance of the Larchmont Metro-
North train station, making it attractive to drivers who periodically travel by rail to New York City.
Baldwin Avenue also is walking distance to Memorial Park and the recreational facilities run by the
Town in that park. This law aims to strike a balance among the needs of the Baldwin Avenue
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residents, occasional train travelers and users of Memorial Park by creating a mixture of three hour
time parking spaces and longer term metered parking spaces on Baldwin Avenue. The goal is to
accommodate persons who require short term parking when they engage in recreational activities,
like tennis, at Memorial Park, and longer term parking for persons who wish to travel to New York
City to shop, visit museums or keep appointments with physicians, etc.
Section 2 – Creation of Paid Parking on a section of Baldwin Avenue:
The Town Board designates the eight parking spaces on the southerly side of Baldwin Avenue that
are closest to Myrtle Boulevard as spaces where during certain times of the day, payment is required
for the right to park a motor vehicle. By resolution passed from time to time, the Town Board shall
establish for those parking spaces the cost for parking, the days and the time of day when payment
for parking is required and the method by which parking is paid.
Section 3 – Creation of Restricted Parking on a section of Baldwin Avenue:
It shall be a violation of law for a motor vehicle to be parked on Baldwin Avenue for more than three
consecutive hours between the hours of 9:00AM and 2:00PM except on a Saturday, a Sunday or a
public holiday (as defined in Section 24 of the NY General Construction Law) in a parking space where
payment for parking a motor vehicle is not required.
Section 4 – Sign(s) and Collection Devices to be Erected and Painting to be Done:
An appropriate sign or signs shall be erected on and/or above, and/or striping shall be painted on
the surface of Baldwin Avenue indicating where and when parking is restricted by this law. In
addition, parking meters or other collection devices shall be erected in front of, or in the vicinity of
the parking spaces where payment for the right to park a motor vehicle is, at times, required.
Section 5 – Severability:
Should any provision of this Local Law be declared invalid or unconstitutional by any court of
competent jurisdiction, such declaration of unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect any other
provisions of this Local Law, which may be implemented without the invalid or unconstitutional
provisions.
Section 6 – Effective Date:
This Local Law shall become effective upon filing with the Secretary of State.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Murphy Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Seligson Aye
PRESENTAION / PUBLIC DISCUSSION – Proposed Purchase – Veterans of Foreign War Building
Mr. Altieri gave a PowerPoint Presentation outlining the background, the current uses of the building, the
Senior Program development, additional programs and other uses, and the purchase plan.
Burt Corwin, Commander of the VFW Post 1899, addressed the audience. Mr. Corwin emphasized the
Post’s commitment to service to the Community, adding the funds gained by the sale will be used to add
additional funding to many of the Post’s already vetted programs. Mr. Corwin believes this to be a valuable
next step for the Community and for the VFW.
Supervisor Seligson noted the next few steps in the process, adding that the Town hopes to complete this
purchase by the Fall.
PUBLIC HEARING – Sewer District Bonding Resolution – Sewer System Evaluation Study (SSES)
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The following Legal Notice is entered into the record as follows:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New
York, will meet in the Town Hall, in Mamaroneck, New York, in said Town, on June 1, 2016, at 8:00
o'clock P.M., Prevailing Time, for the purpose of conducting a public hearing upon a certain map, plan
and report, including an estimate of cost, in relation to the proposed Phase 1 increase and
improvement of the facilities of the Town of Mamaroneck Sewer District No. 1, in said Town, being a
sanitary sewer system evaluation study and improvements to the sewer collection system, including
original machinery, equipment, apparatus, appurtenances, and incidental improvements and expenses
in connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $1,200,000. Said project is mandated
pursuant to an Inter Municipal Agreement with the County of Westchester and is a Type II Action under
the regulations promulgated under the State Environmental Quality Review Act.
At said public hearing said Town Board will hear all persons interested in the subject matter thereof.
Dated: Mamaroneck, New York,
May 20, 2016.
BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF
MAMARONECK, WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NEW YORK
_______________________________________
Town Clerk
On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the Public hearing was
unanimously opened.
Mr. Altieri explained the purpose for this bonding.
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilman Murphy, the Public Hearing was unanimously
closed.
On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the following Public Interest
Oder was adopted:
In the Matter
of
PUBLIC
The (Phase I) Increase and Improvement of the
INTEREST
Facilities of Town of Mamaroneck Sewer District
ORDER
No. 1, in the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester
County, New York
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, has caused
to be prepared a map, plan and report, including an estimate of cost, pursuant to Section 202-b of the Town
Law, relating to the increase and improvement of the facilities of the Town of Mamaroneck Sewer District
No. 1, in the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York (the “Sewer District”), being a sanitary
sewer system evaluation study and improvements to the sewer collection system, including original
machinery, equipment, apparatus, appurtenances, and incidental improvements and expenses in connection
therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $1,200,000; and
WHEREAS, such improvements are mandated pursuant to an Inter Municipal Agreement with the
County of Westchester; and
WHEREAS, such capital project has been determined to be a Type II Action pursuant to the
regulations of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation promulgated pursuant to the
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State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”), the implementation of which as proposed, it has been
determined will not result in any significant adverse environmental effect; and
WHEREAS, at a meeting of said Town Board duly called and held on May 16, 2016, an Order was
adopted by it and entered in the minutes specifying the said Town Board would meet to consider said
increase and improvement of the Sewer District, and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof
concerning the same at the Town Hall, in Mamaroneck, New York, in said Town, on June 1, 2016 at 8:00
o’clock P.M., Prevailing Time; and
WHEREAS, said Order duly certified by the Town Clerk was duly published and posted as required by
law; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was duly held at the time and place set forth in said notice, at which all
persons desiring to be heard were duly heard; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
ORDERED, by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, as
follows:
Section 1. Upon the evidence given at the aforesaid public hearing, it is hereby found and
determined that it is in the public interest to make improvements to the Town of Mamaroneck Sewer District
No. 1 in the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, consisting of a sanitary sewer system
evaluation study and improvements to the sewer collection system, including original machinery,
equipment, apparatus, appurtenances, and incidental improvements and expenses in connection therewith
(Phase I), at a maximum estimated cost of $1,200,000.
Section 2. This Order shall take effect immediately.
On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the following Bond Resolution
was adopted:
BOND RESOLUTION DATED JUNE 1, 2016.
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $1,200,000 BONDS OF THE TOWN OF
MAMARONECK, WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NEW YORK, TO PAY THE COST OF THE INCREASE
AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK SEWER DISTRICT NO. 1 (PHASE I) IN
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK, WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NEW YORK.
WHEREAS, the capital project hereinafter described has been determined to be a Type II Action
pursuant to the regulations of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation promulgated
pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act, the implementation of which as proposed, said
regulations provide will not result in any significant environmental adverse impact; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions heretofore duly had and taken in accordance with the
provisions of Section 202-b of the Town Law, and more particularly an Order dated the date hereof, said
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Town Board has determined it to be in the public interest to increase and improve the facilities of the Town
of Mamaroneck Sewer District No. 1 in the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York (the “Sewer
District”), being a sanitary sewer system evaluation study and improvements to the sewer collection system,
including original machinery, equipment, apparatus, appurtenances, and incidental improvements and
expenses in connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $1,200,000; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York, as
follows:
Section 1. For the specific object or purpose of paying the cost of the increase and improvement
of the facilities of the Town of Mamaroneck Sewer District No. 1 in the Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester
County, New York, being a sanitary sewer system evaluation study and improvements to the sewer collection
system, including original machinery, equipment, apparatus, appurtenances, and incidental improvements
and expenses in connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $1,200,000, which specific object or
purpose is hereby authorized at said maximum estimated cost, there are hereby authorized to be issued
$1,200,000 bonds of said Town pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 2. It is hereby determined that the plan for the financing of said specific object or
purpose is by the issuance of the $1,200,000 serial bonds of said Town authorized to be issued pursuant to
this bond resolution.
Section 3. It is hereby determined that the period of probable usefulness of the aforesaid
specific object or purpose is forty years pursuant to subdivision 4 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local
Finance Law. It is hereby further determined that the maximum maturity of the serial bonds herein
authorized will exceed five years.
Section 4. The faith and credit of said Town of Mamaroneck, Westchester County, New York,
are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same
respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay
the principal of and interest on such bonds becoming due and payable in such year. To the extent not paid
from monies raised from said Sewer District in the manner provided by law, there shall annually be levied on
all the taxable real property of said Town, a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds
as the same become due and payable.
Section 5. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the
issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial bonds
herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the Supervisor, the chief fiscal
officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be
prescribed by said Supervisor, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
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Section 6. The powers and duties of advertising such bonds for sale, conducting the sale and
awarding the bonds, are hereby delegated to the Supervisor, who shall advertise such bonds for sale, conduct
the sale, and award the bonds in such manner as the Supervisor shall deem best for the interests of said
Town, including, but not limited to, the power to sell said bonds to the New York State Environmental
Facilities Corporation; provided, however, that in the exercise of these delegated powers, the Supervisor
shall comply fully with the provisions of the Local Finance Law and any order or rule of the State Comptroller
applicable to the sale of municipal bonds. The receipt of the Supervisor shall be a full acquittance to the
purchaser of such bonds, who shall not be obliged to see to the application of the purchase money.
Section 7. All other matters except as provided herein relating to the serial bonds herein
authorized including the date, denominations, maturities and interest payment dates, within the limitations
prescribed herein and the manner of execution of the same, including the consolidation with other issues,
and also the ability to issue serial bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, shall be
determined by the Supervisor, the chief fiscal officer of such Town. Such bonds shall contain substantially
the recital of validity clause provided for in Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law, and shall otherwise be in
such form and contain such recitals, in addition to those required by Section 51.00 of the Local Finance Law,
as the Supervisor shall determine consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 8. The Supervisor is hereby further authorized, at his or her sole discretion, to execute
a project finance and/or loan agreement, and any other agreements with the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation and/or the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation, including
amendments thereto, and including any instruments (or amendments thereto) in the effectuation thereof,
in order to effect the financing or refinancing of the specific object or purpose described in Section 1 hereof,
or a portion thereof, by a bond, and/or note issue of said Town in the event of the sale of same to the New
York State Environmental Facilities Corporation.
Section 9. The power to issue and sell notes to the New York State Environmental Facilities
Corporation pursuant to Section 169.00 of the Local Finance Law is hereby delegated to the Supervisor. Such
notes shall be of such terms, form and contents as may be prescribed by said Supervisor consistent with the
provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 10. The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only if:
1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said Town is not
authorized to expend money, or
2) The provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this
resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting
such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or
3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.
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Section 11. This resolution shall constitute a statement of official intent for purposes of Treasury
Regulations Section 1.150-2. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are, or are reasonably
expected to be, reserved, allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the
permanent funding of the object or purpose described herein.
Section 12. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in summary form
in the official newspaper, together with a notice of the Town Clerk in substantially the form provided in
Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Murphy Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna 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 Murphy, the Board of Fire Commissioners was unanimously declared open.
Present were the following Members of the Commission:
Commissioner: Nancy Seligson
Commissioner: Ernest C. Odierna
Commissioner: Abby Katz
Commissioner: Jaine Elkind Eney
Commissioner: Thomas A. Murphy
1. FIRE CLAIMS
On motion of Commissioner Councilman Odierna, seconded by Commissioner Councilwoman 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:
VENDOR DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
AAA Emergency Supply Co Streamlight firefighting battery- flashlight, Training Smoke Machine - simulation 1371.00
Amazon.Com Boot dryer & batteries 75.60
Amazon.Com Shower handle, hose, curtain & hooks, splash guard, shower handle connector 135.70
Amazon.Com Indoor telescopic radio antenna, Hepa air filter-AC Sys, Car charger - Chief's Tablet 101.22
Amazon.Com Vinyl shower curtain,Alsons shower handle, phosphorus light bulbs 92.73
Con Edison Fire HQ gas svc 3/2-3/31/16 477.79
Grainger Anti-static cleaner 67.86
Napolitano, Keith T-CC training 325.00
New England Uniform Dress pants - Class 4 uniform 80.00
NYS Assoc of Fire Chief 2016 yearly dues 150.00
Proftech LLC Paper (2) CT 71.40
Tony's Nursery Inc. Grass seed, peat moss, EZ straw 215.95
Uni First Corp. Hand towels, wet mop, spray dispenser, purell etc. - 5/13/16 34.38
Verizon Fire HQ svc 5/10/16 - 6/9/16 231.63
Villa Maria Pizza New member drill meal - 4/6/16, STEM fair meal 5/14/16 79.87
0.00
0.00
Total: 3510.13
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner Murphy Aye
Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye
Commissioner Katz Aye
Commissioner Odierna Aye
Commissioner Seligson Aye
2.Other Fire Department Business
Councilwoman Elkind Eney thanked the various Town Personnel and all the volunteers for putting on the
Memorial Parade, which followed a brief but beautiful ceremony at the firehouse. Councilwoman Elkind
Eney sent a special thank you to Deputy Chief, Joe Russo for the post parade meal.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Commissioner Elkind Eney,
seconded by Commissioner Katz, the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board reconvened.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1.Appointment – Larchmont Library Board
On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby appoint Linnet Tse as a Member of the
Larchmont Library Board, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointments shall be effective (A) immediately upon the appointee
taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York Town Law and (B) shall
expire on May 31, 2021.
2.Home Rule Request to Amend Senate Bill S5103 & Assembly Bill A8060 of 2007 Residential Parking
System of the Town of Mamaroneck
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the following was approved,
WHEREAS, in 2007 the New York State Legislature adopted Senate Bill S5103 and
Assembly Bill A8060 that provided for a residential parking system in the
Town of Mamaroneck, and
WHEREAS, the current residential parking system incorporates the following streets:
Washington Square, North Chatsworth Avenue between Myrtle Boulevard
and Edgewood Avenue, New Jefferson Street, Old Jefferson Street, Murray Avenue
between Myrtle Boulevard and Leafy Lane and Lester Place, and
WHEREAS, upon further evaluation the Town has determined that Baldwin Avenue
that is adjacent to the original Residential Parking District and Town Commuter Parking Lot
#1 is also found to be burdened by the impact of commuters parking for the use of the
Larchmont Train Station and should be included in the Town’s Residential Parking System,
and
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck desires to undertake for Baldwin Avenue, the
same solution as approved for the aforementioned streets
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
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RESOLVED, the Town of Mamaroneck requests introduction of legislation in the Senate and
Assembly that would amend Senate Bill 5103 and Assembly Bill 8060 in relation to regulations
establishing permit parking in the Town of Mamaroneck that would add Baldwin Avenue to the list
of streets to be included the Residential Parking System for the Town of Mamaroneck in
accordance with all of the same requirements as set forth in the original Residential Parking System
legislation for the Town of Mamaroneck.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Murphy Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Seligson Aye
3. Authorization – Sale of Surplus Equipment
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby declare the following equipment as
surplus, and authorizes the Town Administrator to initiate the sale of the equipment:
Fleet 169 – 1984 Case Backhoe Model 680H VIN #9153882
Fleet 100 – 2000 Mighty Mover Radar Speed Trailer VIN #4AGU1111YCO32256
Fleet 207 – 1993 John Deere Tractor Model 755 VIN #LV0755D126559
12 Foot – Stainless Steel Electric Salt Spreader Reed System
Fleet 203 – 1992 Trail-Eze Water Trailer VIN #86SE1511W008197
Fleet 208 – 1993 Morbark Chipper VIN #486SE1511W008197
Henderson – 10ft Hydraulic Salt Spreader Model 84960
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Murphy Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Seligson Aye
4.Consideration of Certiorari
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilman Murphy, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following tax
certiorari on the following terms:
Larchmont Manor Park Society
Fountain Square, Circle Avenue, Park Avenue
Section/Block/Lot: 7-21-932, 7-26-1, 7-26-2 and 7-26-3
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Larchmont
Fountain Square
S/B/L: 7-21-932
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2014 $1,480,000 $1,475,000 $5,000
2015 $1,480,000 $1,475,000 $5,000
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Circle Avenue
S/B/L: 7-26-1
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2014 $8,940,000 $8,930,000 $10,000
2015 $8,940,000 $8,930,000 $10,000
Park Avenue
S/B/L: 7-26-2
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2014 $440,000 $430,000 $10,000
2015 $440,000 $430,000 $10,000
Park Avenue
S/B/L: 7-26-3
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2014 $3,200,000 $3,190,000 $10,000
2015 $3,200,000 $3,190,000 $10,000
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Murphy Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Seligson Aye
5. Set Public Hearing – Amendment to Residential Site Plan Law
On motion of Councilman Murphy, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the date for a Public
Hearing on an “Correction of an Omission to the Residential Site Plan” Law, for June 15,
2016, 2016 at 8:00PM in the Court Room of the Town Center, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to publish the notice of said
hearing in a newspaper appointed as an official newspaper, and that said Notice, be
posted.
6.Report of Bids – Bridge / Catwalk at Sheldrake Environmental Center
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the proposal submitted by
Brendan O’Brian Carpentry to replace the timber catwalk and bridge at the Sheldrake
Environmental Center at a cost of $12,300, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said contract on behalf of
the Town.
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Murphy Aye
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Seligson Aye
APPROVAL OF MINUTES – May 4, 2016
On motion of Councilwoman Elkind Eney, seconded by Councilman Murphy, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve
the Board Minutes from the meeting of May 4, 2016.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
REPORT OF COUNCIL
Councilwoman Elkind Eney noted her brief attendance, along with Councilman Odierna, at the US Coast
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Guard Commissioning. On May 22, Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended, along with Chief Noah Goldberg
and Ex Chief Michael Acocella, the ‘wet down’ of the Village of Larchmont Fire Department’s new Rescue 1.
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On May 23 she attended the Larchmont Gardens’ Civic Association’s Annual Meeting, at which Supervisor
Seligson gave an informative presentation, and fielded many resident questions. Deputy Fire Chief Paul
Tortorella gave a presentation on alarm system safety as well. Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended the
LMC-TV Awards Dinner, adding that this is such a wonderful asset to our Community that provides valuable
programming.
Councilwoman Katz attended the Kemper Ceremony, adding that she liked the new format that included
multi media submissions, adding she heard feedback that they received many more submissions by
switching from a straight essay format. Councilwoman Katz very much enjoyed marching in the Parade, and
was thankful for nice weather. Councilwoman Katz noted that since the last Town Board Meeting her
Boards and Commission assignments have not met.
Councilman Odierna noted his recent visit to the Berkshires, specifically the Town of South Lee. Councilman
Odierna was very impressed with the fact that at all the pedestrian crosswalks, cars stopped for the
pedestrians. He too appreciated the Memorial Day events.
Councilman Murphy noted that he has been abroad and was unable to attend many events, adding it’s
good to get away, but also good to get home.
Steve Altieri gave a congratulations to Connie Green O’Donnell, who was elected to the Board of Directors’
of the New York State City County Management Association.
Supervisor Seligson announced that gas powered leaf blowers are banned for the season until September
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ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the meeting was unanimously
adjourned at 9:30 PM
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Submitted by
Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
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