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7/12/05 Town Board MeetingMINUTES OF THE TOWN BOARD July 12, 2005
Minutes of a regular meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Eastchester held on July 12, 2005, at 8:00 p.m., at the Town Hall, Eastchester, New York.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. ROLL CALL
Present: Supervisor Anthony Colavita Councilman Rocco Cacciola Councilman Gary DelVecchio Councilwoman Vicki Ford Councilwoman Sheila Marcotte
Town Clerk Linda Doherty Comptroller Ann Marie Berg Town Attorney John Sarcone
A) EASTCHESTER YOUTH COUNCIL SUMMER THEATER 2005
Bunny Rappaport, Director of the Eastchester Youth Council Summer Theater, introduced the cast and crew of the production “Beauty and the Beast.” This year the program is entering its 21st year of providing a summer theater program to youngsters age 13-21 who reside in Eastchester, Tuckahoe and Bronxville.
Supervisor Colavita congratulated the cast and crew of over 100 youngsters and wished them great success with the production.
A) Local Law 11-2005 - PUBLIC HEARING TO PROVIDE FOR THE SIX-MONTH EXTENSION OF LOCAL LAW NO. 3 - 2005, THE MORATORIUM LAW OF 2004 OF THE TOWN OF EASTCHESTER AS IT RELATES ONLY TO THE PROPERTIES OF SIWANOY COUNTRY CLUB, LEEWOOD ASSOCIATES, INC. AND LAKE ISLE PARK WITHIN THE UNINCORPORATED TOWN OF EASTCHESTER
Councilman Cacciola offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman DelVecchio to open the public hearing. Town Clerk Linda Doherty reported that the meeting notice Affidavit of Publication has been received.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
There being no one present wishing to discuss the proposed Local Law, Supervisor Colavita offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman DelVecchio to close the Public Hearing.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
Supervisor Colavita offered a motion that was seconded by Councilwoman Ford to adopt Local Law 11-2005.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
Note to the reader: During the First Opportunity to Address the Board, residents are asked to limit their comments to Agenda Items. Frequently, a clarification or general question concerning an Agenda Item is requested. To benefit of the reader, the clarifications and additional information regarding a given Agenda Item will be included at the point when the Item is considered and discussed by the Town Board. All comments in favor or opposition to an Agenda Item will be included here.
A) APPOINTMENT OF POLICE SERGEANT
Supervisor Colavita stated that over the past year there has been a lot of focus on the Police Department with the hiring of 4 new officers, the passing of the Helmet Law and the efforts of the Drug & Alcohol Task Force. Supervisor Colavita reiterated his support for the Department and for providing them with the tools they need to best meet the needs of the Town.
For purposes of a recommendation, Police Captain Tim Bonci spoke in support of two of the “hardest workers in the Police Department” Detectives Matthew Kiernan and George Barletta.
Per a recommendation from Chief Tim Bonci, Councilwoman Ford offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman DelVecchio to approve the probationary appointment of Detective Matthew Kiernan of 22 Parkway Plaza, Bronxville, NY to the position of Police Sergeant. The assignment would be effective starting July 15, 2005.
Annual Salary Holiday Pay Longevity $87,962 $4,044 $1,000
Detective Kiernan's name appears on eligible list #88-052 established October 29, 2001. On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
B) APPOINTMENT OF POLICE SERGEANT
Per a request from Comptroller Berg, Councilman Cacciola offered a motion that was seconded by Councilwoman Marcotte to approve the probationary appointment of Detective George Barletta of 91 Nelson Road, Scarsdale, NY to the position of Police Sergeant. The assignment would be effective starting July 15, 2005.
Annual Salary Holiday Pay Longevity $87,962 $4,044 $1,000
Detective Barletta's name appears on eligible list #88-052 established October 29, 2001.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
C) APPOINTMENT OF FREDERICK J. SALANITRO TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS EFFECTIVE JULY 13, 2005 - DECEMBER 31, 2006
Supervisor Colavita offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman DelVecchio to appoint Frederick J. Salanitro, 1 LaMesa Avenue, Eastchester to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mr. Salanitro is currently an alternate member of the Board and will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Gerald Jacobs. The period of Mr. Salanitro's term will be July 13, 2005-December 31, 2006.
Supervisor Colavita thanked outgoing Zoning Board Member Gerald Jacobs for his service to the Town as Town Attorney, member of the Zoning Code re-write committee and as a Zoning Board Member.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
A) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE JUNE 21, 2005 TOWN BOARD MEETING
Councilwoman Ford offered a motion that was seconded by Councilwoman Marcotte to approve the Minutes of the June 21, 2005 Town Board Meeting as prepared by Town Clerk Linda Doherty.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
A) POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT
The Board reviewed and approved for filing reports for June 2005: Statement of Accounts, Parking Summonses, Citation Activity Report, Patrol Activity Report, Traffic Accident Report, the Detective Report and BESTADE (Bronxville, Eastchester, Scarsdale, Tuckahoe Alcohol & Drug Enforcement) Task Force Report.
Captain Bonci reported that a new schedule had been created for the Parking Enforcement Officers to provide additional coverage and ability to enforce parking regulations. In addition, Captain Bonci thanked the Town Board for their support of experimental Overtime Program initiative to be considered later in the meeting.
Captain Bonci reported that over 100 residents had attended the recent Traffic and Safety Committee meeting and thanked the committee for their efforts and dedication.
B) LAW DEPARTMENT
Supervisor Colavita explained that Westchester County owns the area on which the compost site is located, including the road to the site which is located at the County owned horse stable. Since the traffic to the compost site frequently disturbs the horses, the County has requested that the road be re-located to State owned property on California Road adjacent to the compost site.
Councilman DelVecchi offered a motion that was seconded by Councilwoman Ford to approve a RESOLUTION authorizing the Supervisor to execute and deliver a New York State Department of Transportation Permit for use of State-owned property located on the west side of Hutchinson River Parkway, east of California Road, north of Rittenhouse Road. The property covered by this permit shall be used only for the purpose of 29,050+/-square feet for municipal use as an access road to a compost facility and no other use whatsoever.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
Councilman DelVecchio offered a motion that was seconded by Councilwoman Ford to approve a RESOLUTION authorizing a final payment totaling $15,000.00 to Zarin & Steinmetz for the handling of the DEP SEQRA litigation.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
Supervisor Colavita offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman Cacciola to approve a RESOLUTION authorizing the settlement of a claim by Allstate Insurance Company a/s/o Hildegarde Munch against the Town of Eastchester in the amount of $1,300.00 for damages sustained to Ms. Munch's automobile when a Town of Eastchester Highway vehicle accidentally struck it.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
Supervisor Colavita offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman DelVecchio to approve a RESOLUTION authorizing the settlement of a claim by Luigi Muccitelli against the Town of Eastchester in the amount of $1,059.08 for damages sustained to Mr. Muccitelli's automobile when a Town of Eastchester Highway vehicle accidentally struck it.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
Supervisor Colavita offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman DelVecchio to approve a RESOLUTION authorizing the settlement of a certiorari proceeding instituted by 64 Sagamore Road Condominium affecting premises known as Section 20, Block 2, Lots 1-1A through 1-8L, as follows:
“TO BE BONDED AT A LATER DATE”
TOTAL TOWN TAX REFUND $6,274.38
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
C) HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
During the last week of June the Town contracted Acocella Contracting to perform drainage improvements to Douglas Place. Acocella Contracting was hired for 5 days to provide the necessary crew and equipment to excavate the roadway enabling us to install the required catch basins and piping. These improvements will prevent future ground water and erosion to Douglas Place. This roadway will be resurfaced under our 2005 Street Resurfacing Contract in August.
In order to maintain the right-of-ways we continued to have crews clean parking lots, cut grass, remove weeds & water seasonal plantings. The new 2-ton hot mix asphalt reclaimer is in use and will allow us to perform pothole repairs more efficiently.
Taking advantage of the warm weather, highway crews repaired existing catch basins.
Our sign crew replaced various signs and striped Garth Road & Greyrock Road parking areas.
We also implemented a street cleaning procedure for Manchester Road, Wilton Road, California Road, Whitehall Road, Field End Lane & Woodlot Road. Effective June 2005, these roadways will be posted “no parking” once a month making it possible for the street cleaner to clean these roadways curb to curb.
Mr. Bonhag reported that Siwanoy County Club had installed a debris screen over a drainpipe that became clogged and caused flooding in the areas surrounding the club. The screen has been removed and Siwanoy County Club has been notified, for a second time, not to re-install the screen.
D) LIBRARY REPORT for January and February 2005 was received and filed.
E) RECEIVER OF TAXES for June 2005 was received and filed.
A) MEMORANDUM FROM COMPTROLLER RE: BUDGET TRANSFERS/REVISIONS
Per a request from Comptroller Berg, Councilman DelVecchio offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman Cacciola to approve the following Budget Transfers and Budget Revisions:
2005 BUDGET TRANSFERS LAKE ISLE FROM: Tennis Salaries PT/Seasonal E3400.102 2,000 TO: Bldg. & Maint. Overtime E3250.103 2,000
2005 BUDGET REVISIONS LAKE ISLE INCREASE: Seasonal Permits E02006 48,500 INCREASE: Bldg. & Maint. Mat. & Supplies E3250.401 4,000 Bldg. & Maint. Contr. Services E3250.450 4,000 Pool Materials & Supplies E3300.401 8,500 Pools Contractual Services E3300.450 4,000 Administration Mat. & Supplies E3600.401 3,000 Administration Contr. Services E3600.450 25,000
SENIOR PROGRAMS INCREASE: State Aid A03961 2,500 INCREASE: Recreation Services A6770.466 2,500
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
B) MEMORANDUM FROM COMPTROLLER RE: SEASONAL APPOINTMENTS
Per a request from Comptroller Berg, Supervisor Colavita offered a motion that was seconded by Councilwoman Ford to approve the following seasonal appointments:
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
C) MEMORANDUM FROM COMPTROLLER RE: RECREATION PETTY CASH
Per a request from Comptroller Berg, Supervisor Colavita offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman DelVecchio to approve a Resolution to increase the Recreation Department petty cash from $500 to $1000 during the camp season. The necessity of the increase in petty cash is due to the high volume of small purchases that are needed to effectively run the summer camps. The increase will be in effect from June 15 to September 15 of each year.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
D) MEMORANDUM FROM COMPTROLLER RE: MOA - POLICE EXPERIMENTAL OVERTIME PROGRAM
Supervisor Colavita explained the initiative proposed by the Police Department for an experimental overtime program. The overtime program will provide for funding of patrol overtime on straight time basis and will be scheduled in advance. The scheduled overtime will be used to fill gaps in the patrol chart created by vacations, training days or injury. It will also be available to be used to create new police initiatives.
All funding for the program, estimated to be $55,00 for the reminder of 2005, comes from vacancies created by retirement or resignations.
Supervisor Colavita stated that either the Town or the Police Department can terminate the program with six months notice and indicated that a review would be completed in January to determine the effectiveness of the program.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
E) MEMORANDUM FROM COMPTROLLER RE: AUTOMATED CLEARING HOUSE DEBIT CARD
Per a request from Comptroller Berg, Councilman DelVecchio offered a motion that was seconded by Councilwoman Ford to approve entering into a contract with Cit-e-Net LLC for the implementation of Internet based online tax bill payments and Justice Court payment applications. The application for the tax bill payments is designed to work in conjunction with our current tax software application and bank. The Justice Court payments application will not require any changes to our current software, only the coordination of our bank.
Cit-e-Net LLC and Wachovia Bank have agreed to absorb the initial implementation charges associated with the startup of the program.
Along with the Cit-e-Net LLC Internet based online applications, the Town will be accepting Automated Clearing House Debit Card payments in Town Hall for tax payments and Justice Court payments. The point of sale transactions does not require any software changes or intervention from Cit-e-Net LLC. Transactions will be handled by swiping the debit card when processing the payment.
There is a small nominal fee for the use of ACH-debit card transactions, which the Town will pay ($.65 per transaction). The end user will not be charged for the transaction.
The Town Attorney has reviewed the contract and given his approval.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
F) MEMORANDUM FROM SUPERINTENDENT OF HIGHWAYS, BUILDINGS & GROUNDS RE: PERMISSION TO BID - HIGHWAY TRUCK
Per a request from Superintendent of Highways Bonhag, Councilman Cacciola offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman DelVecchio to authorize permission to go to bid for the purchase of one 2005 Highway Truck with all purpose body and snow plow. The estimated cost of this purchase is $140,000.00.
Funding for this expenditure will be provided through the issuance of serial bonds.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
G) MEMORANDUM FROM SUPERINTENDENT OF HIGHWAYS, BUILDINGS & GROUNDS RE: APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT FOR FUEL ADJUSTMENT - 2004/2005 MUNICIPAL SNOW AND ICE AGREEMENT
Due to the severity of the 2004/2005 winter season and the high cost of fuel the Town is entitled to receive fuel adjustment payment for the 2004/2005 snow and ice season. In order to receive the adjustment the Town must approve and submit (4) signed originals of Amendment B and (4) original resolutions certifying approval of Amendment B.
Per a request from Superintendent of Highways Bonhag, Councilman DelVecchio offered a motion that was seconded by Supervisor Colavita to approve and execute Amendment B, allowing the revision of the Municipal Snow and Ice Agreement's Estimated Expenditure to reflect a fuel adjustment for the 2004/2005 snow season.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
H) MEMORANDUM FROM SUPERINTENDENT OF HIGHWAYS, BUILDINGS & GROUNDS RE: AWARDING OF 2005 STREET RESURFACING CONTRACT
On Thursday, July 7, 2005, at 11:00 a.m., the bids on the 2005 Street Resurfacing Project were opened and read aloud in the Office of the Town Clerk. There were three bidders, and all bid totals have been incorporated into the following summary.
The low bidder is Columbus Construction Corporation, who submitted a bid based on unit prices, for the total amount of $379,999.79. This bid includes the resurfacing of various roadways within the Town of Eastchester, Bronxville & Tuckahoe Villages & Greenvale Elementary School.
Per the recommendation of Superintendent of Highways Bonhag , Councilman Cacciola offered a motion that was seconded by Councilwoman Marcotte to award the 2005 Street Resurfacing Contract to the low bidder, Columbus Construction Corporation, 687 S. Columbus Avenue, Mt. Vernon, NY 10550 at the unit prices bid, not to exceed the Town of Eastchester's project allotment of $150,000.00.
Item 1 Asphalt Concrete Type 6F - $ 62.03 per ton Item 2 Key cut Castings - $ 76.19 each Item 3 Adjust manhole/catch basin - $ 330.00 each Item 4 Rotomill $ 2.70 per square yard (s.y.)
2005 STREET RESURFACING BID SUMMARY
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
I) MEMORANDUM FROM SUPERINTENDENT OF HIGHWAYS, BUILDINGS & GROUNDS RE: AWARDING OF 2005 SIDEWALK AND CURB REPLACEMENT CONTRACT
On Thursday, July 7, 2005, at 11:30 A.M. the bids on the 2005 Sidewalk and Curb Replacement were opened and read aloud in the office of the Town Clerk. There were three bidders and their Unit Prices and Bid totals are incorporated in the following summary. Acocella Contracting, Incorporated, submitted the low bid for the total amount of $128,031.00, based on estimated quantities. This bid was reviewed and is in accordance with bid specifications.
As recommended by Superintendent of Highways Bonhag, Councilwoman Ford offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman Cacciola to approve a Resolution that the 2005 Sidewalk and Curb Replacement Contract be awarded to low bidder, Acocella Contracting Incorporated, of 68 Gaylor Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583, at the unit prices bid, not to exceed the total project allotment of $100,000.00.
2005 CURB & SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT BID SUMMARY
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
J) MEMORANDUM FROM DIRECTOR OF SENIOR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES RE: APPROVAL OF GRANTS TO SENIOR CENTER AT LAKE ISLE AND GARTH ROAD SENIOR CENTER
Per a request from Gilda Press, Director of Senior Programs and Services, Councilman DelVecchio offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman Cacciola to approve the acceptance of two grants secured by Assemblywoman Amy Paulin. The funding will be used for special programs at the Senior Center at Lake Isle in the amount of $1500 and the Garth Road Senior Center in the amount of $1000.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
K) MEMORANDUM FROM TOWN CLERK RE: APPROVAL OF CABARET LICENSES 2005
Per a request from Town Clerk Linda Doherty, Supervisor Colavita offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman DelVecchio to approve the issuance of the following 2005 Cabaret Licenses:
Zef Deljevic for Ciao!; 5-7 John Albanese Place Paul and Gina Caputo for Gina Marie's Trattoria; 214 Main Street Martin O'Shea for Quinn's Bar & Restaurant; 431 White Plains Road Albert Frey for The Eastchester Inn; 220 Main Street Gary Edonon for The Eastchester Tavern; 425 White Plains Road
All the necessary fees have been paid and inspections have been completed. The Cabaret License applications were submitted prior to the adoption of Local Law 5-2005. The applicants are in compliance with all requirements of the amended law with the exception of the inclusion of a floor plan, which will be required with the 2006 application.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
L) MEMORANDUM FROM DIRECTOR OF PLANNING RE: SEQRA DETERMINATION FOR HAINDL FIELD
Per a request from Margaret Uhle, Director of Planning, Supervisor Colavita offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman DelVecchio to approve the following Resolution:
RESOLUTION Haindl Park Remediation Plan Town of Eastchester Town Board July 12, 2005 NOTICE OF INTENT TO BE LEAD AGENCY
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Eastchester (the “Town Board”) proposes a remediation plan for the Town-owned Haindl Park (the Proposed Action), in accordance with a NYSDEC consent order; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined that the Proposed Action is an Unlisted Action in accordance with Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law and the Rules and Regulations promulgated thereunder at 6 NYCRR Part 617 (collectively “SEQRA”); and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to assume Lead Agency status in connection with the SEQRA review of the Proposed Action.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED:
1. The Town Board declares its intent to become Lead Agency in connection with the SEQRA review of the Proposed Action.
2. The Town Board will distribute a Notice of Intent to Become Lead Agency Memorandum (the “Notice”) and the Short Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) to all other involved agencies.
3. The involved agencies will have 30 days from the date of the Notice to comment on the Town Board's intent to become Lead Agency.
4. If no written objections are received within 30 days of the date of the Notice, the Town Board will assume the role of Lead Agency in this matter.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
M) MEMORANDUM FROM SUPERVISOR RE: SURVEY SERVICES FOR HAINDL FIELD PROJECT
Councilwoman Ford offered a motion that was seconded by Councilman Cacciola to authorize the compensation of Gabriel E. Senor, P.C for survey services related to Haindl Field/Greenvale Field exchange of property and to enter into a simple letter agreement with the Eastchester School District.
Senor will identify the exact property boundary and prepare meets and bounds descriptions of both parcels. These descriptions will be made part of each deed to be exchanged between the Town and the School District. The approximate cost of the services will be $1400, and will be split with the School District.
On the roll call, all voted "AYE." Motion carried.
Supervisor Colavita reminded the public that the next Town Board Meeting would be held on August 9, 2005.
Councilwoman Ford announced the development of the Citizen Corps Directory. Mrs. Ford indicated that 20 of the current 155 members of the Corps have plans to move from Eastchester and encouraged members of the public to join the organization.
Councilman DelVecchio announced that Lake Isle will be hosting Teen Pool Parties each Tuesday from 8:00 p.m.-11 p.m. In addition, Mr. DelVecchio encouraged all residents to attend the July 16th Family Day at Lake Isle.
Councilman Cacciola announced that the Town camps are underway and running smoothly.
Councilwoman Marcotte announced that 480 children are participating in the summer reading program at the Library. In addition, Mrs. Marcotte announced the following upcoming Tuckahoe events: the National Night Out on August 2nd at Depot Square, a Gospel Concert on August 6th at the Main Street Park and the July 30th fireworks at Parkway Oval.
David Levy, 220 Hillside Place, spoke in opposition to the purchase of the Highway truck. In addition, he asked if pink granite curbing would be used in the Town Center project. Supervisor Colavita responded that it would be retained when possible. Further, Supervisor Colavita responded that he would have the Building Department review a work site that Mr. Levy stated was unsafe. In addition, Supervisor Colavita responded to a question about the proposed Gold Star Mother's monument that the site had been selected and the work would begin by mid-September.
Fred Moses, 29 Huntley Road, stated that there are too many students in the Town Center area at night. Supervisor Colavita responded by reviewing the new programs for teenagers, including a summer basketball league and teen night at Lake Isle. Further, it was announced that a Community Center Board would be created to provide additional activities.
With regard to the plans for Haindl Field, Supervisor Colavita agreed with Mr. Moses that they should be displayed at Town Hall, and said that they would once completed.
Mr. Moses reiterated his opposition to the Sign Ordinance and to the proposed United Water pumping station. Mr. Moses pointed out that there are no connections between the proposed site and the water supply.
Norman Zelvin, 3 Douglas Place, speaking as a member of the Westchester Rent Guidelines Board, suggested that Eastchester tenants attend the Board Meetings to provide input to the new rent guidelines prior to the issuance of new leases on October 1st.
Carmine Greco, 2 Douglas Place, thanked Pete Bonhag and the workers who worked to install the new catch basins and drainage on Douglas Place.
Peter DeFelice, 24 Channing Place, inquired if Lake Shore Drive would be closed off to traffic at Wilmot Road. Supervisor Colavita responded that the Traffic and Safety Committee is currently reviewing the request and will make a recommendation to the Town Board.
There being no further public business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
Minutes prepared by:
Linda Doherty Town Clerk
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