https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/c48657fb5a3ef55b5e679a1852a4692c.pdf 76abe4f64848d33db4614a2a758d1a0d PDF Text Text A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held on Tuesday, November 22, 2005 at 8 pm in Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York. Present: Mayor Philip Zegarelli Mario DiFelice Richard Spota Thomas Capossela Kay Brown Grala Richard Zieja Andrew Murray Trustees Also Present: Dwight Douglas, Village Administrator Robert Ponzini, Village Attorney Mayor Zegarelli called the meeting to order with a prayer and pledge to the flag. He asked that everyone remain standing for a moment of silence for Mike Maceyak, brother of Steve Maceyak and Jim Hart's mom who passed away recently. Approval of Minutes Trustee DiFelice moved to approve the minutes of October 18,2005, seconded by Trustee Spota and motion carried. Trustee Spota moved to approve the minutes of October 25,2005, seconded by Trustee Capossela and motion carried. Trustee Capossela moved to approve the minutes of November 8,2005, seconded by Trustee Grala and motion carried. Trustee Grala moved to approve the minutes of November 15,2005, seconded by Trustee Zieja and motion carried. Approval of Warrant Trustee Zieja moved to approve the warrant of November 22,2005, seconded by Trustee Murray and motion carried, subject to review, approval and signatures of the Mayor and Deputy Treasurer. Trustee Capossela questioned payment to Landi Construction who is the contractor for the Lawrence Avenue project. Joe DeFeo gave explanation that we have to pay the first portion of the bill now. Trustee DiFelice stated for the record that he was against paying the Community Station bill. �Mayor's Report Mayor Zegarelli commented that letters were sent out to those property owners who have not had their backflow devices inspected. Mayor Zegarelli commented that election procedures are underway. The Mayor commented that a letter was sent to Supervisor Robert Meehan regarding sewer replacement bill of $37,500.00. He received turn-off notices from Con Ed for 135 Depeyster Street. The Mayor commented the Community Opportunity Center has asked the village for money. A letter has been received from Gary and Michelle McClean requesting repairs for damage done to their driveway. Public CommentsX Frank Occhipinti asked about the status of Webber Avenue with the IMA. He wanted to know if we receive money from the County for maintaining Webber Avenue. Dwight Douglas gave explanation and stated we are awaiting approval. Mayor Zegarelli commented that we receive money from the County for snow removal for approximately $4600.00 no matter how much snow falls. Mr. Occhipinti wanted to know if sidewalks were going to be created on Webber Avenue. The Mayor commented that there seems to be a problem with the creation of sidewalks in certain areas on that road. Mr. Occhipinti asked about a FOIL request he had put in and he was told that he was given an answer in five days but it would take time to make copies. Trustee Reports Trustee DiFelice read the attached Public Works report. Trustee Spota commented that the Civilian Police Committee met last night with L t Campbell representing the Police Department, L t Lee representing the Auxiliary Police and Captain Spota representing the Ambulance Corp. Trustee Spota commented that Sean McCarthy, Building Inspector gave an excellent presentation on building violations. �The next meeting will be Monday, January 23, 2006. Trustee Spota reported that Officers Bueti and Hennessey completed the Breath Analysis Recertification course. A letter of thanks was received commending Officers Bueti, Pellegrino and Lt. Campbell on their very quick response to a 911 call recently regarding a domestic problem. Trustee Capossela read the attached Administration Report. Trustee Capossela asked if there was any progress on finding an assistant for Sean McCarthy. Mr. McCarthy and Ms. Everett responded that we need to create the position first and get the County's approval. Trustee Grala reported that the Haunted Hayride was a great effort on the part of all departments making it a success. She attended the Library Director's meeting recently. Trustee Zieja had no report. Trustee Murray reported that he recently attended a Phelps fund raising affair. Public Hearing Trustee Murray read the attached public hearing notice. Robert Ponzini, Village Attorney, gave an explanation of the proposed local law and that we will be getting comments from departments such as the police and fire. There being no comments from the public, Trustee DiFelice moved, seconded by Trustee Spota to close the hearing, motion carried. We will ask other departments for their review and comments. Administrator's Report Dwight Douglas reported he has been spending a lot of time with General Motors reviews with sub-committees. He reported that the senior van is ready and we are in the process of trying to get it registered since the van is owned by County and the title is in their name. Resolutions-Attached Trustee DiFelice moved, seconded by Trustee Spota that the next official village board meeting will be held on December 20,2005 at 7pm which is the Day of Remembrance for the Village of Sleepy Hollow, motion carried. Old Business �Trustee DiFelice commented that the hours for most of the post offices seem to be extended except for the one in the Village of Sleepy Hollow. Trustee DiFelice commented that there will be a Medicare program on Wednesday, November 30th at 1pm in the firehouse. All seniors are invited. Trustee Spota asked about the towing contract. Chief Warren commented that it is up for renewal by December 31, 2005. Trustee Capossela wanted to know about an issue with the ARB regarding 62 Depeyster Street. Sean McCarthy, Building Inspector gave an explanation. Robert Ponzini, Village Attorney, reported that one of the lawsuits against the village has been dismissed. New Business Trustee Zieja reported that effective November 30th, he will be resigning from the board since he now lives outside the village. He thanked everyone with whom he worked with and will miss them all. Mayor Zegarelli thanked him for all his years on the board and wished him well. Mayor Zegarelli appointed Sandra Morales of 100 College Avenue to replace Trustee Zieja effective December 1,2005. Communications. Petitions. Requests Village Clerk read correspondence from Alcoholic Beverage Control informing the village of their intent to apply for liquor licenses for 60 Clinton Street, 86 Beekman Avenue, and 180 Valley Street Copy given to the Police Chief. There being no further business, Trustee DiFelice moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Trustee Murray, motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Angela Everett Village Clerk �Hz?- Administrative Report November 22,2005 Painting has been completed in the Deputy Treasurer's office. Also, several improvements have been in the village offices. The decorative stone for the gazebo at Kingsland has been delivered and will be installed by the Public Works department. Christmas decorations are being installed throughout the inner village. t �Public Works Report November 22,2005 REMINDER! THIS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24™ IS THANKSGIVING DAY, VILLAGE OFFICES WELL BE CLOSED; VILLAGE OFFICES WDLL ALSO BE CLOSED ON FRIDAY, NOVEMEMBER 25 T H . THERE WELL BE NO GARBAGE PICKUP ON THOSE TWO DAYS. TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY RECYCLING WILL BE PICKED UP. NORMAL GARBAGE COLLECTION WDLL RESUME NEXT MONDAY. Due to the warm and wet FalL leaf drop has been delayed. We will continue leaf pick up until necessary. We wish to remind everyone that loose leaves may be put out at the curb throughout the entire village or they may be bagged and placed at the curb. The County has the new senior bus and we should expect delivery next week. Snow removal equipment is being prepared for possible snow this Thursday. �VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Trustees of the .Village of Sleepy Hollow on the 22 day November, 2005 at 8:00 in the p.m. at Village Hall located at 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York regarding the adoption of a proposed Local Law of the Village of Sleepy Hollow entitled " Public Dances, Dance Halls, Catering Establishments and Cabarets" The purpose of this local law is to provide for the regulation of those activities conducted within the Village of Sleepy Hollow commonly defined as and located in Cabarets, Catering Establishments, Dancing, Private Dances, Public Dances and Public Dance Halls. This local law shall set time and age restrictions, regulate locations for activities and the activities to be conducted on those premises, in particular noise. For various activities to be conducted in dance halls, catering halls and cabarets, owners and operators will be required to obtain a village license. Standards will be established for these places and activities. Applications will be reviewed by the Building, Police and Fire Departments. licenses will be non transferable. Violators will be subject to revocation of their permits, fines, and/or imprisonment Any resident of the Village of Sleepy Hollow is entitled to be heard upon said proposed Local Law at such public hearing. Village Hall is handicapped accessible. By order of the Board of Trustees of me Village of Sleepy Hollow, Sleepy Hollow, New York Dated:. November 9, 2005 Angela Everett Village Clerk �^\t^ AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION from (The Journal Neuis VUAGE Of SLEEPV HOLLOW NOTICE OF FUBUC HEARING I PLEASE TAKE NOTEE Hut a pubfic hoaring wiS be beidfaylh^ Board of Trustee! of the Wleoe of Sleepy Hofew on the 22 day of Novemoa, 2905 at WO In the: p m »t yiteje/HaB located at 28 ; Beefanan Avenue, Sleepy rtoflowf i New Yott ngenSng the adoption of a piopoaad Local ant of the! VBage of Soapy Hollow entitled. •Pubfc Dances. Dance H i * . Cat-' ering EstabSatinenta and Cabe- vAUPftOg The purpoie of thi» local law'»to for. the regulation of 1 0 '^CXsr^ \ V A being duly sworn says provide tnoee ecevibai conducted within ttaWftina tf^Steapy Hotowg principal clerk of The Journal News, a newspaper published in the County of Westc convnoftfy dsftned i t m ) located in dbareb. Catering Eitob-^-. of New York, and the notice of which the annexed is a printed copy, was published Eilmniiti. ' tenting. Private w I Cances. 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Scarsdale, Tuckahoe Ad Number- H01864919 Account Number - 040203004 I �Meeting Date: Kesolution #: 11/22/05 H/193/05 RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TO ADOPT A LOCAL LAW NO. , 2005 AMENDING ARTICLE XX, CHAPTERS 57-80 THROUGH 57-83 OF THE GENERAL CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW TO PROVIDE FOR THE PERMITTING AND REGULATION OF PARKING IN THE BARNHART PARK MUNICIPAL PARKING LOT. WHEREAS, the Village of Sleepy Hollow ("Sleepy Hollow") has improved through municipal funding the renovation and construction of a municipal parking lot at Barnhart Parle, and WHEREAS, it is the intention of Sleepy Hollow to provide for the maintenance of and enforcement of parking regulations at this lot through the collection of parking Ices, and WHEREAS, Sleepy Hollow believes that the implementation, of a permit parking system is the most efficient and equitable method of collecting parking fees at this municipal parking lot, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that a public hearing will be held on the 2 0 day of December, 2005 at 8:00 pm at the municipal building, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York to consider a local law to amend Article XX, Chapters 57-80 through 57-83 to provide for permit parking at the Barnhart Park Municipal Parking Lot M o v e d : T r u s t e e Spota SecondedO'rustee CapossePfete: Unanimous �Meeting D a t e : Resolution #: 11/22/05 n/194/05 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A LOCAL LAW OF THE VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW AMENDING CHAPTER 52 OF THE GENERAL CODE ENTITLED "TAXIS" TO PROVIDE FOR A FEE SCHEDULE AMENDMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRESENT FUEL EMERGENCY. WHEREAS, die Village of Sleepy Hollow ("Sleepy Hollow") conducted a public hearing on the 25* day of October, 2005 to consider a local law TO increase taxi Tates in the Village of Sleepy Hollow, and WHEREAS, that local law was proposed in recognition of a gasoline crises that imposed a significant hardship upon local taxi operators, and WHEREAS, this local law provides for the increase and reduction of taxi fees in conjunction with the increase and decrease of the price of gasoline, and WHEREAS, the public was provided the opportunity to be heard and Sleepy Hollow believes that this local law is in the best public interest, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the proposed local law entitled "Taxis" amending chapter 52 of the General Code of the Village of Sleepy Hollow is adopted in all respects. Moved:Trustee C a p o s s e l a Seconded: T r u s t e e G r a l a . Vote: Unanimous �L m I Meeting Date: Resolution No.: 11/22/05 11/195/05 Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow Authorizing Grant Application for Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund Active Records i WHEREAS, the Village of Sleepy Hollow wishes to retain professional services to assess the current status of active records in the Building Department, Village aerie's office and Finance department, and to assist the Village in establishing the best methods to produce electronic records of said active records, where feasible; and WHEREAS, the contract for said professional services is an eligible activity for funding under the Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow herein authorizes the submission of an application for a grant to fund professional services to conduct such a needs assessment of electronic storage of the active records in the Building Department, Village Clerk's office and Finance department Moved: Trustee Grala Seconded: Trustee Zieja Vote: Unanimous I .*fe '-&-* ^^rui. - •ff^^roF * ^gs^^^Tfet^'^^^^'SS 1 ^^^^^^*'*^V""-- ^^*%^^?^*>-J&feX^^^^4s^iffl^a^^^S^rt! �Meeting Date: Resolution No.: 11/22/05 11/196/05 Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow Authorizing Grant Application for Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund Inactive Records WHEREAS, the Village of Sleepy Hollow proposes to remodel and improve the two major records storage areas in Village Hall for the storage of inactive records and to create a database for tracking said inactive records and support their timely disposition; and WHEREAS, floor plans and a budget for the physical construction of said improved record storage areas have been prepared by the Village's Grants Writer in conjunction with the Village Building Inspector; and WHEREAS, the said records are currently in a disorganized condition and the organization and proper storage of said files will produce direct labor savings benefit to the Village. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Board of Trustees authorize the submission of an inactive records storage improvement grant application to the Local Government Records'Management Improvement Fund. Moved: Trustee Zieja Seconded: Trustee Murray Vote: Unanimous �H3° I i^£ Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow Authorizing Submission GDC Fund Application Whereas, upon review and recommendation of the Village Administrator, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow is desirous of submitting an application for funding from the Ginsburg Community Fund to provide for the installation of flowers and other landscaping treatments in selected locations in the downtown business district, Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that, the Village Board herein authorizes the Mayor to submit said funding application and to take other such steps as are necessary to effectuate the intent of this resolution. I Moved by: Trustee Murray, Seconded by: Trustee DiFelidfote: Resolution # 197 Unanimous Date: November 22,2005 i •—, 'ejx-<Vi&A �vpt Meeting Date: Resolution No.: 11/22/05 11/198/05 Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow In Opposition to Proposed Federal Legislation Regarding Local Government Franchise Authority WHEREAS, recent technological advances have allowed telecommunications providers the opportunity to "bundle" voice, video and broadband services through a single fiber optic network, thereby providing for the ability to offer a greater number of services and making it profitable for more than one vendor to expend the necessary capital to install communications infrastructure in a community; and WHEREAS, most local governments currently have the authority to approve cable television franchise agreements, which among other things, allow for the use of the public rights-of-way by private companies providing services to municipal residents; and WHEREAS, recent lobbying efforts by telecommunications companies before the state legislature in Texas and in other states have sparked a national debate regarding local government franchising authority and its alleged effects on competition and service deployment in the telecommunications market; and WHEREAS, the Video Choice Act of 2005 (S. 1349) and the Broadband Investment and Consumer Choice Act ((S. 1504) were recently introduced in the United States Senate, and similar legislation has been introduced or is under consideration in the House of Representatives; and WHEREAS, the stated goals of this legislation include promoting the efficient deployment of competitive video, broadband, and telecommunications services throughout the country, providing greater consumer choice and lower prices, and eliminating barriers for future services and development; and WHEREAS, this legislation unfortunately also includes provisions which would preempt state and local authority to grant franchises, limit the ability of local governments to address customer service concerns of their residents, decrease the authority of local governments to manage their rights-of-way; reduce franchise fee revenues payable to local governments for the use of public property and eliminate in-kind support for PEG (Public, Educational and Government) channels; and WHEREAS, the proposed establishment of national templates for the franchising process would disregard and diminish the local variety that makes each community unique and cherished by its residents. �H32 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow herein declares its opposition not only to S.1504 and S. 1349, but to all legislation and regulatory actions that would have the effect of preempting local franchising authority, restricting the ability of local governments to address customer service problems, or reducing the compensation received by local governments for the use of their property, whether at the national, state or county level; and be it further RESOLVED that the Village Administrator is herein requested to forward this resolution to Sleepy Hollow's Federal, State and County representatives, as well as those Senators and Congressional representatives sponsoring the aforementioned bills. 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