https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/fda08451fe70bb976dfe1fbe4667a070.pdf be4eb56ecaf0143b2c78de98468fbe0b PDF Text Text The Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow held a meeting on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York. Present: Deputy Mayor Jennifer Lobato-Church Bruce Campbell Dorothy Handelman Glenn Rosenbloom Evelyn Stupel Karin Wompa, Trustees Also Present: Anthony P. Giaccio, Village Administrator Paula A. McCarthy Tompkins, Village Clerk Janet Gandolfo, Village Counsel Sean E. McCarthy, Village Building Inspector Gregory Camp, Police Chief Absent: Kenneth G. Wray, Mayor At 7:08 p.m. Deputy Mayor Lobato-Church called the meeting to order with a pledge to the flag and a moment of silence for David Gross, a longtime resident. Public Hearing: Regulations of the Zoning Code to redraw the westerly boundary line of the R-2 zoning district Deputy Mayor opened the meeting to the public and evoked the 3 minute rule. Village Clerk read the notice aloud for the record. Village Attorney, Janet Gandolfo, explained the resolution in front of the Board this evening is to consider a proposed local law, along with SEQRA findings and coastal assessment form. It is ready to be adopted if the Board chooses to do so tonight. Ms. Gandolfo stated that any future requests for chances that are not currently in use must go in front of the Board of Trustees for consideration of a special permit. Donald Stever a resident of Sleepy Hollow addressed the Deputy Mayor and the Board of Trustees on behalf of the Writer's Center and thanked the Mayor and the Village Attorney for bringing this together. Mr. Stever explained about the terms of the lease and the sub-lease with the MTA and the Writer's Center Building, and that it is now time sensitive. Mr. Stever stated that the Writer's Center restored the building, and it is now on the national register of historic places, and the New York State historic sights. It was awarded an "excellence in historic preservation award" by the preservation league of New York in 2005 for the work done to the building. Mr. Stever stated that a meeting with the general counsel of the MTA concluded that the MTA is willing to give up its lease hold interest and convey the remainder of the lease to the Writer's Center. The MTA is bound by the NYS Public Authorities Law to go through a process �to sell at below market value, or donate the building. Mr. Stever further explained that the new zoning is intended to recognize the building's usage designation and will allow the Writer's Center to obtain all rights to the building at a reasonable cost. Trustee Campbell asked why this process needs to be expedited. Mr. Stever stated that the rent abatement will expired soon and this would avoid getting into other negotiations. Mr. Giaccio stated the MTA was aware of this Public Hearing and chose not to attend. Village Attorney stated that in the event the MTA chooses to use this as a railroad depot or other related use, NYS will be able to override the local zoning in place. Don Cateano - of Lawrence Avenue addressed the Deputy Mayor and the Board of Trustees and asked if everything in that building is up to code. Mr. Stever stated that the building meets and exceeds all code requirements. Mario Belanich of North Washington St. addressed the Deputy Mayor and the Board and asked who owns the building and who pays its property taxes. Mr. Stever said the Hudson Valley Writer Center owes the building but its ownership is subject to an extreme long lease held by MTA which is a governmental entity and does not pay taxes. Mario Belanich stated that the railroad should pay taxes, and there are too many unanswered questions. Trustee Handelman asked if any MTA properties pay property taxes. Sara DiGiacomo, Village Treasurer, stated that the MTA does not pay property taxes in the Village. Janet Gandolfo, Village Attorney also stated that the MTA does not pay property taxes and the Writer's Center building has never paid property taxes. Joann Clark addressed the Deputy Mayor and the Board of Trustees on behalf of the Writer's Center and stated that the Writer's Center is working with the Tompkins Mahopac Bank for the outreach program funding. Some of the outreach program includes working with the after school program at the Life Center. Deputy Mayor stated that she'd like to give the MTA more time to respond. Village Attorney stated the MTA was made aware of this public hearing. Discussion ensued. �Trustee Wompa moved, seconded by Trustee Campbell to close the public hearing. Trustee Wompa made a motion to move on the resolution at this time. Trustee Stupel seconded the motion. Trustee Wompa moved, seconded by Trustee Campbell to approve resolution titled: "Resolution to amend the zoning text and official tax map of the village of sleepy hollow regarding the r-2 zoning district; (local law#12, 2014)" Trustee Handelman stated for the record that she has had a longtime relationship with the Writer's Center. There were no more comments from the public at this time. Trustee Stupel asked to read a written statement in response to a previous meeting comment by a resident regarding the sale of her home. (See attached written statement) Deputy Mayor Lobato-Church interjeted Trustee Stupel while she read her statement and stated that it was inappropriate timing and that this is not a fact finding hearing; in addition she stated that Trustees should not be reading letters directed at members of the public. Deputy Mayor stated there are other forms to address this, and the Board must continue to conduct work on behalf of the Village and follow the agenda. Trustee Wompa asked for a motion to allow Trustee Stupel to finish her statement. Village Attorney stated that if there's a motion on the floor, there's has to be a second and a discussion, per Robert's Rules. Trustee Rosenbloom stated that members of the Board should be respectful of Deputy Mayor, who is chairing the meeting on behalf of the Mayor, and allow her to chair the meeting accordingly and proceed with the agenda. Village Attorney stated that if there's a motion on the floor, it has to be considered and voted on by the Board of Trustees per Robert's Rules. Trustee Handelman seconded the motion to allow Trustee Stupel to read her statement into the record. Deputy Mayor Lobato-Church and Trustee Rosenbloom voted: No. Motion Carried: 4-2 Trustee Stupel continue to read her written statement onto the record. (See attached) Approval of Warrants: Trustee Wompa moved, seconded by Trustee Campbell to approve the warrant as submitted �and authorize the Village Treasurer to pay bills in the total of $714,599.61 Motion carried: Unanimous. Approval of Minutes: Trustee Handelman moved, seconded by Trustee Wompa to approve the Minutes of July 29, 2014, subject to minor typographical errors changes. Trustee Campbell - Abstained Motion carried: 5-0-1 Mayor Announcements: There will be a Local Developmental Corporation WLDC" Meeting tomorrow to adopt and discuss organizational procedures and bylaws. NYSDOT has contracted with Morano Bros. Corp. to begin working on Rt 9, starting at Rt 117 and ending at Pierson Avenue. Deputy Mayor suggested that residents sign up for BlackBoardConnect to receive updated information from the Village. Deputy Mayor Lobato-Church stated that she would like to address Trustee Stupel's earlier statement at this time. She stated that Trustee Stupel should have recused herself from voting on a previous resolution titled: "Resolution to Enact Local Law Amending Section 45074 A. (2) to Exclude Single and Two Family Homes from the Requirements of Updated Certificates of Occupancy", dated: July 22, 2014, since it facilitated the sale of her house. Discussion ensued. Trustee Rosenbloom asked to revert the discussion back to the agenda. Administrator's Report: Mr. Giaccio, Village Administrator (See attached report) Department Heads Reports; Sean McCarthy, Building Inspector reported on behalf of the Building Dept. and submitted a report to the Board (see attached report) Trustee Campbell asked if the work load in the Building Dept. is being done timely Mr. McCarthy stated that the working is getting done. Police Chief Camp reported on behalf of the Police Department, and stated that members from the cast of the series Sleepy Hollow will be visiting the Village on Friday. Orlando Jones and Lindy Greenwood will be in attendance. Several Media casts will be attending as well �Chief Camp reported that NYS reimbursed the Village through a grant, for 50% cost of 10 bullet proof vests. Chief Camp stated he continues to struggle with overtime and that sick time leave has increased 400% over the summer. Deputy Mayor asked how overtime costs are being maintained in the Police Dept. Chief Camp responded that he continues to work within the budget but has had to cut down on some expenses such as training sessions. Trustee Handelman asked if any Officers will be returning from sick leave soon. Chief Camp responded that he does not foresee any Officers coming back from sick leave before the end of October. Sara DiGiacomo, Village Treasurer reported on behalf of the Finance Dept. and stated that capital projects must be discussed for approval by the next Work Session, since there is a band due in November. Trustee Rosenbloom suggested starting this process sooner in the year to allow the Board more discussion time to address the capital projects. Trustee Wompa asked for clarification on the Moody's down grading of the Village. Mrs. DiGiacomo stated that the Village was not downgraded, and the rating has remained the same for the last 3 years. She explained that the negative outlook is because of the FUN balance, but the rating does remain the same. Public Comments: Deputy Mayor opened the meeting to the public and evoked the 3 minute rule. Thomas Capossela of Tappan Avenue addressed the Deputy Mayor and the Board of Trustees and asked when the Board will decide to hire more Police Officers. He stated that residents have the right to attend Board meetings and complain how the Village is being managed. David Schroedel of Munroe Avenue addressed the Deputy Mayor and the Board of Trustees and stated that he was astonished when he found out that Trustee Stupel had changed her position on a recent resolution titled; "Resolution to Enact Local Law Amending Section 450-74 A. (2) to Exclude Single and Two Family Homes from the Requirements of Updated Certificates of Occupancy", dated: July 22, 2014. Mr Shroedel stated that he did reviewed the building records for the property at 141 Kelbourne and did make a formal complaint regarding an apartment at that location gained from the sale of her house and her He stated he is retired and is not looking for a job and enjoys attending the Board meetings Mr. Schroedel stated that he is entitled to attend Board meetings and question the Board's actions. �Don Cateano of Lawrence Avenue addressed the Deputy Mayor and the Board of Trustees and asked if the Board will be hiring a Police Officer, and asked if the Police Committee is still active. Mr. Cateano stated the Chief of Police should be allowed to run the Department. James West of Sleepy Hollow Manor addressed the Deputy Mayor and the Board of Trustees and asked if additional work, such as restricting traffic, could be done in the area of Phelps Lane. Mr. West also asked about Birch Close gate being locked. Sean McCarthy Building Inspector stated that the gate is locked for safety reasons, the ongoing construction at Kendal, and the removal of trees. Trustee Campbell stated that he is concerned about the intersection at Rt 117 because it is a dangerous area where a fatal accident has happened. Trustee Campbell also stated that he recalls Trustee Stupel being in favor of updating the Certificate of Occupancy to be required throughout the village and she did in fact change her mind regarding this requirement and though it should be only for single and two family homes, but long before she put her home up for sale. Trustee Wompa asked if it would be possible to speak to Joan Mayberry of Mt. Pleasant regarding the restriping of Rt 9 near Rt 117. Mario Belanich addressed the Deputy Mayor and the Board of Trustees and stated that a previous resolution passed at a work session was illegal. Gary McLean of Sleepy Hollow addressed the Deputy Mayor and the Board of Trustees and stated that the ramp at Rt 117 may belong to Phelps Hospital, and this should be looked into. There were no further comments from the public at this time. Resolutions: (see attached) 1) 2) 3) 4) Adopt Senior's Tax Exemption Public Hearing Climate Smart Community Approve Actions of Fire Wardens Adopt Local Law#ll, 2014 "Parking & Traffic on Old Broadway" Fire Chief Haggerty stated that a few members were terminated due to lack of non-payment due's and some were new oncoming members. Old Business: Discussion ensued regarding muni-meters future installation. Deputy Mayor thanked Police Chief Camp, and Richard Gross for installing the new Stop signs on New Broadway. Trustee Campbell asked that maps of the Rt.9 re-stripping be available on our website. �Communications: The Village Clerk a n n o u n c e d that Rashmi Enterprise has applied for their liquor license renewal. Public Comments: There were no public c o m m e n t s at this time. At 8:56 pm, on motion by Trustee Campbell, seconded by Trustee Rosenbloom, the meeting was adjourned. Village Clerk �^-x^f^tJc- HUG" On Tuesday 9/2,1 was verbally attacked by David Schroedel so viciously I feel compelled to respond. In regard to the c of o issue, as the head of safe housing and code enforcement, this code was adopted 4 years ago. After some time it was felt it was not accomplishing the changes it was designed to and there was a discussion to amend it. This was brought up again a few months ago and after a public hearing, and much discussion, it appeared that it would best serve the village to amend the code to exclude 1 and 2 family homes. It was voted on and passed unanimously. I'd like to point out that the outcome would not have been impacted whether I voted for or abstained from voting on this resolution. In regards to 141 Kelbourne Avenue, it was built in 1915 with two structures; the main house and care takers cottage. This residence was advertised with the cottage as a legal rental when we purchased it in 1981 At the time, it had is own separate meter which was granted many years before and has functioned as such for over 50 years. It is grandfathered in and both structures are taxed appropriately. In fact, we had a fire where major damage was done to the cottage and the building inspector inspected the cottage and issued a certificate of compliance for the fire damaged areas, That would hardly have been granted if the cottage was illegal. I'd also like to read the letter that was sent to Mr. Schroedel on September 22 (attached). It defies common sense to think that if I had an illegal structure on my property and I would start a committee to go after those offenders. In the 5-V2 years that I've been on the board I have had meetings in my house that board members, including Mr. Schroedel, have attended, Mr. Schroedel lives a block away and has always been aware of the cottage. I also have held my safe housing meetings at 141 kelbourne. attended by the building inspector. You might ask yourselves why have all these issues come up now. Since Mr. Schroedel's company is no longer in existence it is our understanding that he is seeking the executive directorship of the LDC, a possible salaried position, and that his motivation is to remove me from the board in order to accomplish his goal. The last few meetings have been most distressing. We have been subjected to verbal attacks, accusations that have no foundation in fact and threats that have required a police escort to our cars. The Mayor, by design and an inability to control his own meetings, has encouraged and allowed this disrespectful behavior. What has happened to me is motivated by political gain. I am a volunteer and have done nothing but try, in my term of office, to make Sleepy Hollow a better place to live for all our citizens and I intend to continue to do so and not be intimidated by Mr. Schroedel's false accusations. Mr. Schoedel, you should know better, as a former trustee, and also considering your wife sits on the Phelps hospital board, to fling disparaging comments around. I guess it's OK to utilize village resources such as your requests to DPW and lets not forget �the police escort you received for the Obama event, the tickets of which were suppose to go to board members. In case you don't remember Mr., Schordel, you did not run for reelection. �Village of Sleepy Hollow Department of Architecture, Land Use Development, Buildings & Building Compliance 28 Beekman Avenue Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591 Telephone (914) 366-5101- Fax (914) 631-0607 More than a Legend S e p t e m b e r 22, 2014 Mr. David S c h r o e d e l 487 Munroe Avenue S l e e p y Hollow, N e w York 10591 Re: 141 Kelbourne A v e n u e S l e e p y Hollow, N e w Y o r k 10591 110.19-2-138 Complaint Number: 2014-138 Dear Mr. Schroedel, O n August 18, 2014 you contacted this office regarding a n alleged violation of the Village Zoning O r d i n a n c e at the property located at 141 K e l b o u r n e A v e n u e . T h e purpose of this letter is to inform you of the c o n c l u s i o n of the enforcement action begun as a result of your complaint. At this time we regret to inform you that, after further investigation, our office h a s d e c l a r e d Complaint #2014-138 unfounded. Sincerely, an E. M c C a r t h y Village Architect \ I ) C c : Janet A. Gandolfo, Village Attorney ��ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT September 23, 2014 1) Commercial Proposal: We received a proposal from a company called CGI Communications to produce a promotional video for the Village. The company sells advertising space to cover the production cost, so there would be no charge to the Village if approved. 2) Zoning Study Public Meeting: The planner for the downtown zoning study attended the downtown committee meeting on Friday. The meeting was very productive and the planner is already starting to make recommendations. A public meeting is scheduled for October 20. A location has not yet been chosen because we want to meet as close to the downtown as possible. We encourage everyone to attend. 3) Halloween Brochure: The Halloween Brochure has gone to print. The entire brochure is being paid for by the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. The brochure will be available for distribution in a week or two. 4) Senior Center Generator: The senior center generator is being delivered tomorrow. An electrician has to be hired to install the unit. 5) Carnival: The ambulance corps has finalized plans for a carnival at Kingsland Point Park. The event will take place Thursday thru Sunday. The rides are already being assembled. All are encouraged to attend and support the ambulance corps. 6) Route 9 Paving: The repaving of Route 9 is expecting to begin next week. The DOT plans on restriping the stretch of road between the Cemetery entrance and Phelps Hospital to allow for left turn lanes. 7) Oktoberfest: Plans for Oktoberfest are just about complete. The event will take place on September 27 at the Kathryn W. Davis Riverwalk Center from 1:00 to 5:00. �Village of Sleepy Hollow Department of Architecture, Land Use Development, Buildings & Building Compliance 28 Beekman Avenue Sleepy Hollow, N Y 10591 Telephone (914) 366-5116« Fax (914) 631-0607 More tfim a Legend MEMORANDUM Date: S e p t e m b e r 15, 2014 To: M a y o r W r a y and m e m b e r s of the B o a r d of T r u s t e e s From: S e a n E. McCarthy, Village Architect Cc: A n t h o n y P. Giaccio, Village Administrator Re.' Department Monthly Report- August T h e following is a s u m m a r y report for the Department of Architecture, Land Development, Buildings and Building Compliance for the month of August, 2014. Use PERMIT ACTIVITY • 87 permits were issued; 52 Building Permits, 15 Electrical, 15 P l u m b i n g Permits, a n d 5 T r e e R e m o v a l Permits. • 34 Certificates of O c c u p a n c y were a p p r o v e d a n d 4 U p d a t e d Certificates w e r e issued. • 5 Property record s e a r c h e s were c o n d u c t e d . ZONING = T h e Z o n i n g B o a r d of A p p e a l s did not meet in A u g u s t . • T h e next Z o n i n g Board meeting is s c h e d u l e d for S e p t e m b e r 17, 2 0 1 4 at 8:00 PM. PLANNING • T h e P l a n n i n g B o a r d did not meet in A u g u s t . • Cont. T h e next P l a n n i n g Board meeting is s c h e d u l e d for S e p t e m b e r 18, 2 0 1 4 at 8:00 PM. �ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD • The Architectural Review Board did not meet in August. • The next Architectural Review Board meeting is scheduled for September 24, 2014 at 8:00 PM. DEVELOPMENT • Phelps: The new surgical center and connector bridge Is nearing completion. See attached photo. • River's Edge: Work continues on the exterior facade treatment. Interior plumbing, electrical, and fire protection systems are being installed. See attached photos. • Kendal on Hudson: Construction continues on the memory care project. The foundation for the library addition is complete. The Birch Close connector is open. CODE ENFORCEMENT • 22 complaints were filed. • 54 violations were issued. • A restaurant/ bar establishment on Clinton Street was closed on August 8th as a result of building and zoning violations. • A restaurant/ bar establishment on Valley Street was closed on August 18th as a result of building and zoning violations. • 15 court cases were on the calendar and 5 cases were resolved. • The next Building court date is September 25 at 3:00 PM. FINANCIAL • The total monthly revenue was $80,274.00. END OF MEMORANDUM �VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE, LAND USE, BUILDINGS & BUILDING COMPLIANCE MONTHLY REPORT AlJGUST2014 ITEM ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD BUILDING PERMITS CERTIFICATES OF OCCUPANCY TOTAL NO. ~ ESTIMATED COST OF WORK 1 52 FEES $50.00 $1,906,475.00 $28,146.00 UPDATED CERTIFICATE IOF OCCUPANCY 34 4 $3,558.00 ELECTRICAL PERMITS 15 $42,125.00 FIRE SUPPRESSION SPRINKLER PERMITS 0 $0.00 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE 0 PLANNING BOARD APPLICATIONS 2 PLUMBING PERMITS $400.00 $0.00 $2,625.00 i C ID $2,120.00 RECORD SEARCHES 5 $500.00 TREE REMOVAL 5 $150.00 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPLICATIONS 2 $600.00 MONTHLY TOTAL PREVIOUS TOTAL YEAR TO DATE COURT JUDGEMENTS MONTHLY TOTAL COURT JUDGEMENTS PREVIOUS TOTAL COURT JUDGEMENTS YEAR TO DATE 135 250 385 2 6 8 $1,906,475.00 $1,621,328.00 $3,527,803.00 $80,274.00 $59,788.00 $140,062.00 $1,500.00 $4,025.00 $5,525.00 �R I V E R ' S EDGE-VIEW FROM NORTH �PHELPS SURGICAL CENTER BRIDGE � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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