https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/a9e6e1e68c8df3c3778ec020f44d4d35.pdf dbe288369811848c6a41620919edd454 PDF Text Text The Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow held a meeting on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, in Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York. Present: Mayor Philip E. Zegarelli Kay Brown Grala Thomas Capossela Karin Wompa Kenneth Wray Maria Rose DeMilia-Powers David Schroedel, Trustees Also Present: Anthony P. Giaccio, Administrator Diane Jacobson, Treasurer Robert Ponzini, Esq., Village Counsel Sean McCarthy, Building Inspector Richard Gross, General Foreman Trustee Schroedel moved, Trustee DeMilia-Powers seconded, to go into Executive Session at 6:10 p.m. to discuss personnel matters with Labor Counsel. At 7:10 p.m., Trustee Schroedel moved and Trustee DeMilia-Powers moved to close the Executive Session. At 7:15 p.m., the Mayor called the meeting to order with a prayer and pledge to the flag. Mayor Zegarelli called for a moment of silence in memory of Ruth McCarthy, the grandmother of Sean McCarthy, out Building Inspector, and mother of Edward McCarthy who serves on several Village boards. We send our thoughts and sincere sympathies to Mrs. McCarthy's family. The Mayor and Board then discussed changes to the agenda. Approval of Minutes Trustee DeMilia-Powers moved, seconded by Trustee Wray, to approve the minutes of April 1, 2008 as submitted, subject to minor typographical errors and/or non-material changes. Carried: 4-0-3. By roll call: Trustees DeMilia-Powers, Grala, Wray and Mayor Zegarelli vote: yes; Trustees Capossela, Schroedel and Wompa abstain. Trustee Schroedel moved, seconded by Trustee DeMilia-Powers, to approve the minutes of April 8, 2008, April 15, 2008, May 6, 2008, May 20, 2008, June 3, 2008, June 17, 2008, and July 1, 2008 as submitted, subject to minor typographical errors and/or non-material changes. Carried: 7-0 �Trustee DeMilia-Powers moved, seconded by Trustee Grala, to approve the minutes of February 10, 2009 as submitted, subject to minor typographical errors and/or non-material changes. Carried: 7-0 Trustee Capossela moved, seconded by Trustee DeMilia-Powers, to approve the minutes of February 24, 2009 as submitted, subject to minor typographical errors and/or non-material changes. Carried: 7-0 Approval of Warrants Trustee Schroedel moved, seconded by Trustee Grala, to approve Warrant 09FEB27 in the amount of $5,000.00. Carried: 7-0 Trustee Schroedel moved, seconded by Trustee Grala, to approve Warrant 09MAR10 in the amount of $171,736.11. Carried: 7-0 Mayor Zegarelli swore in John Korzelius as the First Assistant Chief. Mayor Zegarelli introduced Peter Fiumefreddo who updated the Board on the progress of the Armed Forces Day Parade to be held in Sleepy Hollow on May 16, 2009. Public Comments Mark Fry of 41 Hudson Terrace brought up the matter of the agenda for the meeting not showing that the public hearing on River's Edge had been postponed. Attorney Ponzini clarified for the record that the Village Board resolved and adopted at the last meeting that the hearing remained opened but at the request of the applicant and with the consent of the Board it was adjourned and it will be adjourned from time to time for each meeting until such time as the applicant wishes to move it forward again. Then the Board may at that time, if it so desires, take any official public comments at that time and then as it is the Board's custom, at the close of the public hearing, will hold open a 10 day period for any additional comments that may come in at that time. Mr. Ponzini suggested that for good practice in the future, to include on the agenda the name of the public hearing and in parenthesis put in adjourned. Mark Fry continued relating to procedures. Clara Teagle of 38 Hudson Street spoke that her home would be impacted by the River's Edge development if it is rezoned for increased size and density. She advised that she does have something prepared for this evening, but would like her comments in the official records and will hold off until the Board has the meeting again. She was advised by the Mayor that she can submit anything in writing at any time, hearing or not. She advised that she did not receive a notice of the public hearing by certified mail. Discussion ensued on the notice procedure. �Mario Belanich of 153 North Washington Street spoke about the February 24th agenda as well as the agenda for this meeting. A resident of 17 Lawrence Avenue spoke about the overnight parking situation and the need to do something about the parking on Lawrence Avenue. Mark Fry spoke again relating to the return receipts which were to be submitted by the applicant to the Village Clerk. Trustee Reports Trustee Schroedel reported that the Finance Committee met two weeks ago to go over personnel issues; also discussed overtime in the police department and credit cards for residents to pay taxes without conclusion thus far. Trustee Capossela reported that the Recreation Committee met before the meeting. He advised that David Lee of New York Knicks will be running a basketball camp this summer; more information to follow. He further reported that the Village Board has agreed to install new lights at Devries Field along with new dug outs and a new scoreboard which was donated; new playground equipment will be installed at Douglas Park with Devries Park to follow next year. He reported that summer day camp is going to happen together with Tarrytown. The TNT Baseball Kick Off Parade will be on Saturday, April 4, and the Easter Egg Hunt will be on Saturday, April 11, at Douglas Park. Discussion ensued on the summer day camp and scholarships. Trustee Capossela gave his Department of Public Works report. DPW bulk pick up is being discussed by the Board and Richard Gross to see how the tipping fees at Peekskill can be reduced. The storm drains are being cleaned, vacuumed and repaired. Brush pick up continues on every Monday. Please be reminded not to put loose yard waste at the curb; it should be bagged. Potholes are being filled throughout the Village. Trustee Capossela reminded residents that Village street garbage receptacles are not for household trash. Tree trimming is ongoing throughout the Village, weather permitting. He also reported that the new scoreboard for Devries Field was donated by Larry, Antonio and George Rodrigues. The dugouts are presently being built at Devries Field and will be ready for opening day in early April. Trustee DeMilia-Powers reported on the senior center building and that the shell of the Ginsburg sales office has been totally demolished and the construction is continuing. �Trustee Grala reported that the Library has been meeting and interviewing applicants for a new director. Ms. Grala reported that she and Anthony met with Tarrytown on the library budget. Trustee Worn pa did not have a report. Trustee Wray reported that they completed the process of finding a new lieutenant. The Committee is also engaged in the budget process. Administrator's Report Mr. Giaccio reported that they are moving along with the water tank; the test borings have been done. Now waiting for Dolph Rotfeld Engineers to complete the final design. He reminded the Board that this is one of the two water projects that we are seeking stimulus money for. The other project is the upgrade to shaft nine. We are also seeking funds for other Village projects including the senior center and improvements along Route 9. Mr. Giaccio reported that he met with the Chamber of Commerce President, Brian Doyle, to discuss ways of attracting more business to the downtown. Some ideas discussed were special events, streetscape projects and beautification. The Chamber is very interested in working with the Downtown Revitalization Corporation as part of an overall strategy to revitalize Beekman Avenue. Mr. Giaccio reported that as part of the budget process he and Trustee Grala met with representatives from the Library and Tarrytown to discuss the budget and ways to cut costs. They feel that the Library Board has made a sincere effort to keep expenses down. Mr. Giaccio also reported that Trustee Wompa has been appointed as Chairman of the 501.C.3 and that they are very close to hiring an executive director and downtown coordinator. Resolutions - See attached Trustee Schroedel moved, Trustee Capossela seconded, to grant permission for Union Hose to take fire apparatus to South Amboy for the St. Patrick's Day parade on March 15, 2009. Carried: 7-0 Trustee Wompa moved, Trustee Grala seconded, to confirm the actions of the Sleepy Hollow Ambulance Corps as shown on the attached Memorandum of March 9, 2009. Carried: 7-0 Trustee DeMilia-Powers moved, Trustee Wompa seconded, to confirm the action of the Sleepy Hollow Ambulance Corps relating to new active members as shown on the attached Memorandum of March 9, 2009. Carried: 7-0 �New Business - None Old Business - None Communications, Petitions & Requests: The Mayor reported the notices from ConEdison relating to shut off notices for 85 Cortlandt Street, 188 Cortlandt Street, 176 Beekman Avenue and 111 Cortlandt Street. The Village Clerk read a Renewal Application Notice Form for an On-Premises License by JG Food Services, Inc. for the Horseman Diner, 276 North Broadway (wine and beer only). Copies will be given to the Building Inspector and Chief of Police. The Village Clerk read a notice for a renewal application for an existing liquor license for Amazonas Restaurant at 60 Beekman Avenue. Public Comments - None On motion by Trustee Schroedel, seconded by Trustee Wray, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 8:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sonja/Goldstein-Suss Village Clerk �Meeting Date; Resolution #: 03/10/09 03/43/09 Resolution of the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow Establishing Park Rental Rates WHEREAS, the Recreation Supervisor has recommended that rates be set for facilities at Kingsland Point Park, Barnhart Park and Devries Park; and WHEREAS, this recommendation has been reviewed by the Recreation Subcommittee of the Board of Trustees and concurrence obtained. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow herein establishes the following rates: Barnhart and Devries Pavilions 1-50 People $200 Kingsland Pavilion and Gazebo 1-100 People 101-300 People $300 $500 Kingsland Picnic Areas 1-100 People 101-300 People $200 $400 Dog Park Field Rental Deposit 1-100 Deposit 101+ $ 25 $100 $150 $500 Kingsland Parking Moved: Trustee Grala Weekend/Evening Parking (Resident) Weekday Parking (Resident) Lunch Time Parking (Resident) Weekend/Evening Parking (Non-Res.) Weekday Parking (Non-Resident) Lunch Time Parking (Non Resident) Vans Buses Year Pass (Resident) Senior Pass (Resident) Seconded: Trustee Wray Vote: 7-0 $ 4 $ 4 $ 2 $ 8 $ 8 $ 4 $ 50 $200 $ 20 $ 25 �Meeting Date: Resolution #: 03/10/09 03/44/09 Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow Closing Out the Grant from the Mew York Dormitory Authority For the Fire Boat and Dock WHEREAS, the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York awarded the Village of Sleepy Hollow a Community Enhancement Facilities Assistance Program grant in the amount of $50,000 for the purchase of a fire boat and installation of a dock, dated April 21, 2004; and WHEREAS, the capital project account number on the Village of Sleepy Hollow chart of accounts is 80517; and WHEREAS, the purchase, updates and modifications to the fire boat are complete and the dock, fence and a sign installed, all grant monies expended, and full reimbursement received from the Dormitory Authority. MOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow authorizes the Mayor to take any and all steps necessary to close out this grant project. Moved: Trustee DeMilia-Powers Seconded: Trustee Capossela Vote: 7-0 �Meeting Date: Resolution #: 03/10/09 03/45/09 Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow Approving the Sleepy Hollow St. Patrick's Parade BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Board of Trustees hereby allows the Sleepy Hollow St. Patrick's Parade Committee, Inc. to hold its Annual St. Patrick's Parade on March 15, 2009 beginning at 1:30 p.m., said parade to last about two hours; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a green line and shamrocks may be painted along the parade route and the use of the parking lot at the end of Beekman Avenue for the parade bands and organizations may be used. Moved: Trustee Capossela Seconded: Trustee Wompa Vote: 7-0 �Meeting Date: Resolution #: 03/10/09 03/46/09 Resolution of the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow Authorizing Use of Village Recreation Funds in Village Parks WHEREAS, in 2001, the Village set up a Recreation Fund with contributions from Kendal-on-Hudson of $662,500.00; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 19B-5 of Village Code, the purpose of the fund shall be for the acquisition and improvement, but not maintenance, of recreation space and facilities including but not limited to parks and other passive recreation facilities, throughout the Village of Sleepy Hollow; and WHEREAS, a capital project budget designates the use of recreation fund as a source of funds for special projects: Senior Center Barnhart Park Devries Park Lighting Douglas Park Playground $100,000 $250,000 $200,000 $ 50,000 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Board of Trustees hereby authorize the Village Treasurer to utilize the Recreation Fund for the above-referenced projects. Moved: Trustee Capossela Seconded: Trustee DeMilia-Powers Vote: 7-0 �Meeting Date: Resolution #: 03/10/09 03/47/09 WHEREAS, an Improper Practice Charge was filed by Local 456 of the IBT (the "Union") against the Village of Sleepy Hollow ("Sleepy Hollow") with the New York Public Relations Board ("PERB") under Case No. U-28261; and WHEREAS, Special Counsel for Labor Relations for Sleepy Hollow has recommended settlement of this claim by execution of a Stipulation of Settlement; and WHEREAS, Sleepy Hollow has recommended settlement of this claim by execution of a Stipulation of Settlement; and WHEREAS, Sleepy Hollow believes settlement of this improper practice charge, without admitting fault by either party, is in the best interests of Sleepy Hollow and will save Sleepy Hollow the cost and risk of litigation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Special Counsel is authorized to execute the necessary stipulation to settle this charge in all respects. Moved: Trustee DeMilia-Powers Seconded: Trustee Schroedel Vote: 7-0 �Meeting Date: Resolution #: 03/10/09 03/48/09 WHEREAS, a negligence action is pending for money damages in Bronx County entitled "Latini vs. Village of Sleepy Hollow, et.al.; and WHEREAS, Sleepy Hollow has been informed by the attorneys for its insurance company that this case is ready for trial and requests authorization to utilize the unpaid balance of Sleepy Hollow's $25,000 deductible to either litigate or settle this lawsuit. MOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow authorizes its counsel in the above matter to utilize its unpaid deductible balance to either settle or litigate the Latini claim. Moved: Trustee Capossela Seconded: Trustee DeMilia-Powers Vote: 7-0 �Meeting Date: Resolution #: 03/10/09 03/49/09 BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees confirms the Mayor's appointment of Frank Hrotko of 254 Warren Avenue, Hawthorne, New York 10532 to the position of Police Lieutenant from Civil Service Eligible List #71-229 effective March 16, 2009 at an annual salary of $102,613.00. Said appointment is subject to a probationary period to be consistent with the rules and regulations of Westchester County Civil Service. Moved: Trustee Schroedel Seconded: Trustee Wray Vote: 7-0 �Meeting Date: Resolution #: 03/10/09 03/50/09 Resolution of the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow To Cancel Work Session Scheduled for March 17, 2009 BE IT RESOLVED that upon consultation, the Board of Trustees has determined that the March 17, 2009 Work Session scheduled by notice is hereby cancelled and that the agenda items will be discussed at the next meeting. Moved: Trustee Wray Seconded: Trustee Grala Vote: 7-0 �To: Mayor and Board of Trustees From: James Hayes, Captain S^ CC: Personnel file Date: 3/9/2009 Re: Driver of Ambulances v Please be advised the following actions were taken at the executive meeting of the ambulance corps. 1) Diana Velasco successfully passed 40 hours of drivers training and passed the Ambulance Corps, drivers test. 2) Shelly Florence-Glover successfully passed 40 hours of drivers training and passed the Ambulance Corps.drivers test. 3) Douglas Wray successfully passed 40 hours of drivers training and passed the Ambulance Corps drivers test. 1 �|Kr| Ambulance Corps To: Mayor and Board of Trustees From: James Hayes, Captain - S * ^ CC: Personnel files Date: 3/9/2009 Re: New Members Pleased be advised that at the ambulance corps monthly meeting six(6) new members where voted in as active members of the Sleepy Hollow Ambulance Corps. Richard Przybylski of 10 Francis ave Aimee Przybylski of 10 Francis ave Jeff Brogan of 15 West High St Trent Bronner of 126 Valley st Mark Abrams of 8-9 Briarcliff drive Jennifer Mclean of 63 Sleepy Hollow rd 1 �;LEEPY HOLLOW FIRE DEPARTMENT Fire Patrol Org. 1876 Pocantico Hook and Ladder Org. 1878 Rescue Hose Co. No. 1 Chief Engineer Org. 1887 Union Hose Eng. Co. No. 2 Org. 1887 Columbia Hose Co. No. 3 Org. 1899 First Assistant Chief Second Assistant Chief Home Of The Headless Horseman Mayor and Board Of Trustees Of The Village Of Sleepy Hollow 28 Beekman Avenue Sleepy Hollow NY 10591 Please be advised on Saturday February 21, 2009 John Korzelius was elected First Assistant Chief of the Sleepy Hollow Fire Department unanimously by the Delegates to the Chiefs Convention. John will fill the term for Richard Chulla who returned to college to further his education. Please make any and all necessary arrangements. 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