https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/8e88420cb174bb9ef6ef0de0f1a3d6eb.pdf c083840218e3503c3da822b5d1852815 PDF Text Text The Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow held a meeting on Tuesday, August 2011, Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, and New York. Present: Mayor Kenneth G. Wray Deputy Mayor Thomas Capossela David Schroedel Barbara Carr Bruce Campbell Karin Wompa Absent: Evelyn Stupel, Trustee Also Present: Anthony P. Giaccio, Village Administrator Paula A. McCarthy, Village Clerk Sara A. DiGiacomo, Village Treasurer Janet Gandolfo, Village Counsel Richard Gross, Village General Foreman Sean E. McCarthy, Village Building Inspector Gregory Camp, Police Chief At 7:09 p.m. the Mayor called the meeting to order with a pledge to the flag and a moment of silence for John Monroe, Anna Maceyak and Brian McCarthy. Chief John Korzelius, Second Assistant Chief Haggerty and five members of the Junior Corps, stood in front of the Mayor and the Board of Trustees, for an honoring presentation by the Chief. The Junior Corps recently received high honors in the Ossining Firemen's parade. Chief Korzelius stated that the Junior Corps members were excelling in firefighter training, some members have taken firefighter course 1 and 2 which is training beyond what many others have. He also stated that these Junior Corps members are the future of the Department, and he has never seen kids at this age taking such initiative. Approval of Warrants: Trustee Campbell moved, seconded by Deputy Mayor Capossela to approve the warrant for $234,396.85. It was unanimous. Mayor announcements: Mayor Wray noted that there will not be a Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees meeting or work session for the next two weeks. The next regular meeting will be on August 2011. Mayor Wray stated he received correspondence from a resident regarding the library, which he'd like to publicly address. He stated that his support for the Library has been strong and consistent, and that he was neither contacted nor interviewed for the recent River Journal newspaper article. �Mayor also stated that the current Board has been steadfast in continuing the support of the library and that a new contract have to be renewed in 2014, although the terms may change. This year Sleepy Hollow increased its contribution from $599,000.00 to $675,000.00 which is 47% of the library budget. Mayor also pointed out that there is an agreement that includes a provision stating that if Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow can't agree on a budget, the library's budget is automatically renewed at the current years' level, plus an upward adjustment based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index. Mayor felt it was prudent and honest to discuss this reality with members of the Library Board at their regular meetings. It is now the time for the library to plan an effective strategy for the future, which they have already begun. Public Comments: Angelo Guzzo of Fleetwood Pizzeria in Sleepy Hollow, addressed the Mayor and the Board of Trustees and asked if there's an ordinance to sell the same product within 200 feet of the same establishment. He stated that the Huddle is serving pizza which is only 175 feet away from Hollywood Pizzeria. Village Attorney, Janet Gandolfo, stated that she would look into this but that the Huddle had been given its approvals a while back. Mario Belanich of North Washington Street addressed the Mayor and the Board of Trustees and stated that he supports the international parades in the Village and suggested that they display the American flag this year, such as the Ecuadorian parade coming up in a few weeks. He also suggested that the Library should count the people that hold Library cards to determine the percentage fund in each Village. Mayor Wray stated that there is an agreement in place with the Library. Mr. Belanich also stated that the Village shouldn't waste their time with the possible closing of the local post office since the government controls it. Mr, Belancih asked if the $10,000.00 for the after school program was unaccounted for. Or was it an error. Mayor stated that the Village collected $31,000 last year from the program. Discussion ensued. Jack Gasko of Webber Avenue, addressed the Mayor and the Board of Trustees and stated that he was disappointed that the Village was considering cutting the after-school program. He stated that New York State used to be much better economically and the Village should support child care in order for the parents to hold down jobs. Mark Fisher of 124 Valley Street addressed the Mayor and the Board and asked about the recent imposed 2% tax levy and asked if the Board was going to challenge the State's ability to enact this cap. Village attorney, Janet Gandolfo responded that if the Village moved forward with a lawsuit it was unlikely to succeed. Discussion ensued. �Mario Belanich, of North Washington St. addressed the Mayor and the Board of Trustees again and said some people don't understand where he stands regarding the after school progrann. He said he is against paying for it, but he is not against it. Jack Gasko of Webber Avenue addressed the Mayor and the Board of Trustees again, and stated that the Village shouldn't nickel and dime the kids, which are the ones that always get hurt. He stated that the Village had purchased a fire truck for $600,000.00 Trustee Reports: Trustee Schroedel: Reported that the Village successfully processed its bond, and consolidated into a long-term bond offering. The rate is 3.372 percent, one point lower than seven months ago. Trustee Carr: Reported meeting with the Senior Committee to discuss some pending issues such as; erratic air conditioning, the need for a walkway, animals in the garbage dumpster, a telephone line and dish washing machine. Trustee Carr also reported that computers classes are now available and a book case will be purchased for the Center. Trustee Campbell: Reported that there will be a movie night at Horan's landing on Saturday, August 2011, rain date is August 17^ 2011. Trustee Campbell reported that the Village sent out a request for proposals to build a new community television station for Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow. Trustee Campbell also reported that Halloween plans are progressing; and the following websites will have more information, visitsleepyhollow.com and destinationsleepyhollow.com Deputy Mayor Capossela: Reported that the Village is continuing to work on tree wells on the lower Villages, and a new handicapped ramp at the Senior Center is being worked on. He reported that the Department of Public Works purchased a new sweeper. Garbage pickup will be on September 7'^ after Labor Day, for all routes in the Village. Trustee Wompa: Reported that a draft petition was being worked on for the keeping of the local post office. Administrator's Report: Village Administrator, Anthony Giaccio, reported that Village Hall will be closed on Friday August 12 and August 19, 2011 for record managements. The Street Fair and Swim for Life will take place on Saturday, September 10'^ from 10:00am until 5:00pm. Resolutions: (see attached) �New Business: Ken Gentile, Executive Director of the North Tarrytown Housing Authority, addressed the Mayor and the Board of Trustees and stated that the Housing Authority is seeking a Community Development Block Grant from Westchester County for 124 Valley Street in Sleepy Hollow. Mr. Gentile explained that the grant, if approved, would go towards a new boiler system, a new geothermal system and a new roof. Mayor announcements; Mayor stated that the New York Power Authority has been overcharging the Village for electricity; therefore the Village will receive a refund for $8, 490.00. Trustee Carr stated she received correspondence from a resident about the water supply and encouraged everyone to sign up for email emergencies and other alerts, through the Village's website. Public Comments: Jack Gasko of Webber Avenue addressed the Mayor and the Board again, and asked if the Village can do better with the Bonds rate. Village Treasurer, Sara DiGiacomo, explained that the bond was evaluated by the Village's financial advisers and it has been processed. At 8:10 pm on motion by Trustee Wompa, seconded by Trustee Carr the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, ^ P a u l a A. McCarthy Village Clerk / � 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/. Title A name given to the resource Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes & Resolutions-2011 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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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