https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/eaac3be4a78cc15f6255fd8099d13bd6.pdf a60e99e43a8ebe98ebebf335a5e0049d PDF Text Text The Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow held a meeting on Tuesday, October 12, 2010, in Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York. Present: Mayor Kenneth G. Wray Deputy Mayor Thomas Capossela David Schroedel Barbara Carr Bruce Campbel Karin Wompa Evelyn Stupel, Trustees Also Present: Anthony P. Giaccio, Village Administrator Janet Gandolfo, Village Counsel Richard Gross, Village General Foreman Sean E. McCarthy, Village Building Inspector Paula A. McCarthy, Village Clerk John Kapica, Police Chief At 7:17 p.m. the Mayor called the meeting to order with a pledge to the flag. The Village Clerk read the announcement notice for the Water Rates Increase Public Hearing. Mayor opened the Public Hearing meeting to the public. There were no comments. Trustee Schroedel moved, seconded by Trustee Campbell to close the public Hearing. It was unanimous. Approval of Minutes: Trustee Wompa moved, seconded by Trustee Carr to approve the Minutes of 10/27/2009; 12/08/2009; 6/08/2010; 8/10/2010; 8/24/2010; 9/7/2010. It was unanimous. Approval of Warrants: Trustee Campbell moved, seconded by Trustee Schroedel to approve the Warrant of $321,867.84. It was unanimous. Public Comments: 5 minute rule: Mayor opened the meeting to Public Comments and evoked the Arthur Fisher, of 124 Valley Street, addressed the Mayor and the Board and explained that he is concerned about the water in his apartment because it leaves a green residue in his sink and he is concerned if the water if not potable and who is responsible for giving him this information. He is involved in a dispute with his landlord over this. He wants to know how �the water system is installed, if water in the kitchen is drinkable and wants to know if this building code this is acceptable. Mayor directed Mr. Fisher to speak to Mr. Gross about his water concerns. Diane Fiorito, of Gordon Avenue, addressed the Mayor and the Board wants to know why the Police k9 unit is not being used when there's vandalism in the Park. She is concerned about vandalism and drug use in Douglas Park. She also mentioned her concerned about people wrecking new things and drawing profanity in the park. Mayor Wray explained that some of the techniques used by Police cannot be publicized, and said that this matter is being addressed, and there will be more discussions about this with the rest of the Board. Don Cateano, of Lawrence Avenue addressed the Mayor and the Board and said he was asked and then set trees aside for the Village, but the trees were purchased elsewhere. He stated he is going to exonerate himself from the sale of anything to the Village. Trustee Wompa explained that they were looking for a different tree and apologized for the misunderstanding. Discussion ensued. Ken Torosian of 420 Bellwood Avenue, addressed the Mayor and the Board and complimented the work that was done in Douglas Park; he stated that it is a better Park. He complaint that there seem to be a disconnection between the Historic Hudson Valley and the Village regarding the events at Phillipsburg Manor for the Halloween Horsemen's Hollow event. He asked if the Village knew about i t . He said he is a big supporter of this event and hopefully this will go through, but that he is just someone with an opinion. Mayor responded and said he is articulate and an intelligent person with an opinion. Trustee Campbell explained that the first meeting did not have details and said they have spoken to HHV numerous times about this but this is a probate event. Trustee Schroedel stated that the Board as a whole was not aware of it until last month when at a work session members of HHV came and discussed the attraction in depth. Trustee Campbell stated that there were no issues and the proper committees were aware. A resident complained about the ramp and non-skid material at the new playground and expressed concern. Mr. Giaccio said the Village is aware of it and will repair it. Mayor asked that this be looked into first thing tomorrow morning. Trustee Reports: Trustee Schroedel reported that the Public Safety reviewed capital funding and made recommendations to the Board. He recommended 100% of this funding for the upcoming capital projects, with the Finance Committee's approval. �Trustee Carr reported that the senior citizens committee met regarding the furnishings for the Senior Center. Trustee Carr also reported that the Environmental Advisory Council was putting together plans and information to educate the Village about the storm water management, and she stated that the Environmental Advisory Committee participated in the October clean up in the Village. Trustee Campbell invited everyone to attend the next Work Session at the new senior center on 10/19/2010. Halloween is coming and plans are moving forward. The sponsorship is up to $23,000.00 and a lot of activities are going on. For more details check out our website for all Halloween events, and to purchase tickets as well. Deputy Mayor Capossela Reminded everyone that this week garbage pick up is on a holiday schedule. He asked that residents do not mix branches with leaves. He also announced that all water has been closed on all the parks and Barnhart Park bathrooms will close Nov 2010. Trustee Wompa reported that the Administration Committee met to discuss staffing. There has been a discussion of space renovation in Village Hall. The Downtown Revitalization had the official opening of the Morse Playground on 9/25/2010, and the new community garden. The Village is waiting for reimbursement to come back for the grant and Tarrytown donated a bench. She mentioned that on the 29'^ there will be a Block party on Beekman and there will be a 2:30 p.m. parade for younger kids at the Morse school, where kids can can trick or treat to the merchants. Trustee Stupel had nothing to report Administrator's report: Mr. Giaccio reported that a confined space training awareness class was held for all Department of Public Works employees. The Village will be hosting a more comprehensive confined space training class on November 4, sponsored by the Village's insurance company. Four employees have taken advantage of New York State's Early Retirement Incentive Program and will be retiring at the end of this month. Mr. Giaccio read a list of all of the hayride sponsors and thanked them for their contribution. Resolutions: See attached New Business: Discussion ensued with traffic issues on Rt 9 and Old Broadway after a recent accident. Chief Kapica explained what caused this accident; he made some suggestions and said he would reach out to NY State to will look into this matter. Trustee Campbell stated that Rt. 448 has a blind turn before the high school and it's dangerous. Trustee Stupel is concerned about cars coming out of the cemetery making Left turns. Discussion ensued. �Public Comments: Mayor opened the meeting to Public Comments and evoked the 5 minute rule. There were no further comments at this time. At 8:40pm on motion by Trustee Schroedel Seconded by Trustee Campbell the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Paula A. McCarthy Village Clerk �Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow Accepting Retirement Resignation of Kunj B. Panwar (Nick) WHEREAS, Department of Finance, Bookkeeper, Kunj B. Panwar (Nick), by the attached letter dated October 8, 2010 submitted his resignation retirement notice from the Village of Sleepy Hollow. WHEREAS, said retirement resignation must be formally accepted by the Village of Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees, and WHEREAS, the Village, by resolution number 07/138/03 dated July 15, 2003, adopted a policy for employee termination and rehire, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board accepts the retirement resignation of Kunj B. Panwar (Nick) dated October 8, 2010 and effective October 30, 2010, and finds that the termination/rehire policy of July 15, 2003 applies, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of the policy be forwarded to Kunj B. Panwar (Nick) and a copy be placed in his personnel record with proof of service. Moved: Trustee Capossela Seconded: Trustee Wompa Vote: 6-0 �10/8/2010 From: Kunj B. Panwar ( Nick ) 1 River Plaza, Apt. # 5 B Tarrytown, NY 10591 To: The Administrator, Village of Sleepy Hollow 28 Beekman Ave. Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591 Administrator Giaccio, This letter is being sent to officially notify you of my retirement effective October 30, 2010. I will be retiring under the New York State Incentive Retirement plan. My last day working with the Village of Sleepy Hollow will be October 29, 2010. I would like to convey my sincere thanks to all my colleagues over the past 12 years. It has been a real pleasure working for the Village of Sleepy Hollow. Sincerely, kn Kun7"6rPanwar (Nick) CC: Honorable Mayor Wray Board of Trustees Village Clerk Village Treasurer �Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow Accepting Retirement Resignation of Manuel Correia WHEREAS, Department of Public Works, Mechanic, Manuel Correia, by the attached letter dated September 29, 2010, submitted his resignation retirement notice from the Village of Sleepy Hollow. WHEREAS, said retirement resignation must be formally accepted by the Village of Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees, and WHEREAS, the Village, by resolution number 07/138/03 dated July 15, 2003, adopted a policy for employee termination and rehire, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board accepts the retirement resignation of Manuel Correia dated September 29, 2010 and effective October 27, 2010, and finds that the termination/rehire policy of July 15, 2003 applies, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of the policy be forwarded to Manuel Correia and a copy be placed in his personnel record with proof of service. Moved: Trustee Campbell Seconded: Trustee Stupel Vote: 6-0 �Manuel Correia 221 Westchester Avenue Buchanan, NY 10511 (914) 736-2059 1. fj'^r- September 29, 2010 Administrator Anthony Giaccio Honorable Mayor Kenneth Wray and Village Board Village of Sleepy Hollow Sleepy Hollow, NY Dear Ladies & Gentlemen: Please be advised that I have decided to take the New York State Buyout Retirement Program. My last day of employment will be October 27, 2010. After 24 years of service, I would like to retire on good terms and I wish the best to each of you in the future. Thank you and all others before. Sincerely, Manuel Correia �BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow approves the action of the Fire Chief in electing Melissa Smutek to active membership in Fire Patrol Co. No. 1. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees directs the Village Clerk to notify the Fire Chief in writing of this resolution. Moved: Trustee Schroedel Second: Trustee Campbell Vote: 6-0 �Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow to Amend the Water Consumption Rates for the Billing Cycle to Commence November 1, 2010 BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow confirms that an amendment to the rates per cubic feet for water usage commencing November 1, 2010 shall be as follows: Cubic Feet 0-500 501-3,000 3,001-6,000 6,001-12,000 12,001 and over Moved: Trustee Wompa Per Thousand Cubic Feet $25.00 $45.00 $55.00 $72.00 $120.00 Seconded: Trustee Stupel Vote: 6-0 �Whereas, the Mayor and the Board of Trustees hereby terminates an employee in the teamsters bargaining unit. Moved: Trustee Capossela Seconded: Trustee Wompa Vote: 6-0 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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