https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/0502b810acd5eae19330695c447cf876.pdf 6264fe4964b34a585da65732bf876f57 PDF Text Text NORTH TARRYTOWN, N.Y. February 16, 1982 GRIEVANCE EAY •if The Board of Assessors and the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytowi,N.Y. met in joint session fl&m 1 - 5 P.M. on the above date for the purpose of hearing complaints and grievances against assessments on the 1982 Assessment Roll. Present 7 i I til ii i Board of Assessors Victor R. Page Board of Trustees Peter Soriano Mario DiFelice Margaret White The following requests were received for reduction in assessments: Blk. l£>t 17 2^30-30A-31 32 16 8 20 L. Rodrigues (47 Clinton St.) 16 14 14-17 College Ave. Realty 18,000.00 15 15 15 11 11 11 18 19 20 Van Tassel Tarrytown Co. 5,000.00 2,000.00 36,000.00 14 2 m Robert Waldman 1,600.00 17 1 21B Mario & Elinor DiFelice 1,000.00 Sec. W 16 TT Name Joseph Carlisto (Frank Chev.) If tl II M Reduction Requested $14,250.00 800.00 5,000.00 There being no further requests for reduction in assessments coming from the Board, the same was duly adjourned. Respecfrully submitted, Filomena Fallacaro Clerk \\ 1 w '• �-2Mr. Pellegrini stated that the cabs are parked outside the area when children are outside playing. Following a discussion, Trustee White moved, seconded by Trustee Gandolfo that the matter be referred to the Board as a committee of the whole before a decision is made and that Chief Spota and the school principal be contacted to see if violations have been corrected and tha Mr. Pellegrini provide the Board with a certified copy of an audit for the last two years to ascertain whether or not the increase would be warranted and a report made at the March 22nd meeting. Carried. Trustee Cavalieri moved, seconded by Trustee White that the hearin be closed. Carried. Trustee Soriano moved, seconded by Trustee White that the minutes of the February 1st meeting be approved with minor correction. Carried Deputy Mayor Timmings asked if there was anyone present who would like to address the Board may do so. Mr. John Carroll, Hunter Avenue, talked about the increase in crime and asked that the police force be increased ten additional men^^tte stated that we should have a walking policeman. Deputy Mayor Timmings stated that the present force is 23 and he is asking for 17 additional men. In a study that he has made, said Deputy Mayor Timmings, the cost would be about 36 -$39,000 per man. The requei that Mr. Carroll is making is -pfe^Bicjjjj/y impossible, he said. Mr. John Carroll stated that he placed on each desk a copy of a deed whereby the Kingsland Point property west of the railroad tracks would default to the Brooklyn Hospital if the property is not used for recreational purposes, and asked what the Village is going to do about it. Deputy Mayor Timmings stated that Mayor Zegarelli and Trustee Gandolfo have been meeting with County representatives regarding the pai Mr. Carroll asked for a referendum to take over the park I Trustee Gandolfo stated that an understanding of the basic agreemei that as long as the park is used for park lands and recreational purpose She stated that there are no express provisions in the deed that it must be used by North Tarrytown only. She stated that if any of the parties were in violation, it would revert to the Brooklyn Hospital. Trustee Soriano stated that County condemnation started in 1925 anc was culminated in 1928, and in turn became Westchester County park lands The property has never been used other than park lands. Counsel stated that there is a State law whereby once property has been dedicated as park land, that is the only use it can continue as without a special legislative act to change the particular property. Trustee Gandolfo stated that we will have someone review all the documents and deeds. i �-3- S^_ Mr. James Donovan, Hunter Avenue, stated that he supports Mr, Carroll's statements and urged that the matter be looked into. Trustee Gandolfo stated that this has been looked into very thoroughly. She stated that they reviewed the legal ramifications. We have known all along that if the park was not used for recreational purposes, it would revert back to the Brooklyn Hospital, said Trustee Gandolfo. We are very aware that the park must be used for park lands and recreational use, however, she disagreed with the statement that it was supposed to be used for North Tarrytown only. Trustee Cavalieri stated that this was dedicated park lands over which the State oversees the same. Trustee DiFelice moved that the Mayor and recreation committee investigate the clarification of the deed further and if deemed necessary to obtain quotes for a title search for Kingsland Point Park, seconded by Trustee Cavalieri. Carried. Mr. James Donovan, Hunter Avenue, inquired of the Board if any consideration was being taken for reducing the speed limit on Route 9, between the Sleepy Hollow entrance and Bellwood Avenue entrance. He stated that motorists are coming down in excess of 40 miles per hour and suggested a speed limit of 30 miles per hour. He noted the fatal accident on Christmas Eve at Bellwood and Broadway. Deputy Mayor Timmings stated that the driver of the vehicle was arrested for driving while intoxicated. People in that condition, speed signs are meaningless, he said. Following a short discussion, Trustee Cavalieri moved that the State be petitioned to lower the speed limit from Pierson Avenue north to the Village line, seconded by Trustee Gandolfo. Carried. Mr. Mario Belanich inquired about an article appearing in the local newspaper which is questioning the residency of the Village Justice. If his residency has been found to be illegal, said Mr. Belanich, then all of his court cases would have to be rescheduled thereby costing the Village additional money. Deputy Mayor Timmings stated that we have one legal opinion that if he is declared a non-resident, the cases he has heard will still be valid. Mr. Belanich also inquired as to the rumor regarding the Village dumping sand mixed with salt to cover something up in Douglas Park. He stated that this was a waste of money. Trustee Soriano stated that we have an erosion problem in Douglas Park. An employee went to the wrong storage bin and took the sand with a minor amount of salt, about five pounds. This will not contaminate the water. As soon as weather permits, the sand will be removed, said Trustee Soriano and the problem in the park will be filled in with left over fill. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES BUILDINGS & GROUNDS Trustee Cavalieri.reported that renovations will commence at the % i \ �-4new Village garage facilities on or about March 1st. Ground-breaking ceremonies will be held at the site on March 6th at 11 A.M., said Trustee Cavalieri. Heating controls updating and improvements are near completion, said Trustee Cavalieri. The contractor is waiting for the delivery of additonal valves. Trustee Cavalieri stated that a meeting will be held on March 11th at 8 P.M. with the Buildings & Grounds Committee, the Architectural Review Board and Ronald Turnquist, Architect, to study the utilization of space in the Village Hall and/or other Village buildings as deemed necessary and instruct the Clerk to notify all parties involved. FINANCE & DEVELOPMENT I Trustee Gandolfo reported a balance of $12,489.81 in the General Fund as of February 16, 1982. Trustee Gandolfo moved, seconded by Trustee DiFelice that action of the Treasuer in depositing a c.d. note in the amount of $800,000 for thirty days at 117* interest in the First National Bank of North Tarrytown be confirmed by the Board. Carried. Trustee Gandolfo stated that there is an excess of $100,000 in H200 Capital Cash account and moved, seconded by Trustee DiFelice that action of the Treasurer in securing a c. d. note in the amount of $100,000 for thirty days at 11% in the First National Bank of North Tarrytown and maturing March 10th, be confirmed by the Board. Carried. Trustee Gandolfo moved, seconded by Trustee Cavalieri that the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, by Act No. 49-1976, the County Board of Legislators authorized the County Purchasing Agent to act as Purchasing Agency for any city, town, village, school district or other unit of local governs within the County of Westchester, provided that said unit of local government by act, ordinance or resolution authorizes the County Purcfc| Agent to act as its Purchasing Agent for items purchased by the Count)! and empowering designated officers and employees to sign requisitions,! and further directing the proper official of local government to audit J pay County bills for the cost of County services within thirty (30) day: after the receipt of said bill by the local government, and further authorizing the proper official of the local government to provide the County with such insurance coverage as may be required by the County's Director of Risk Management, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Purchasing agent is hereby authorized to act as Purchasing Agent for the Village for the period from January 1, 1982 - December 31, 1982, and be it further RESOLVED, that the following officers and employees of the Village are hereby authorized to sign appropriate requisitions and be it furthei i \ �-5- <&?/? RESOLVED, that the following named officials are hereby authorized and directed to audit and pay County bills for the cost of County services within thirty (30) days after receipt of said bill; and be it further RESOLVED, that the following named officials are hereby authorized to secure and to provide to the County of Westchester any and all insurance required by the County's Director of Risk Management, in accordance with the County Act No. 49-1976. RESOLVED, that the Village Treasurer and the Village Clerk be authorized to sign appropriate requisitions. Carried. Trustee Gandolfo stated that the committee met with the Public Safety Committee last week and discussed budget items. GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS Trustee White read a letter from Mr. Herman, Division of Housing, acknowledging the Village's request for another meeting with his representative to discuss ETPA. Trustee White stated that a meeting has been scheduled for March 4th at 8 P.M. in Village Hall. Trustee White stated that the Citizens Advisory Committee will hold a meeting on February 17th to discuss the Small Cities Program. LABOR RELATIONS Trustee Timmings stated that Counsel is handling the discrimination complaint against the Village by Kevin Shubrick, Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Soriano that action of Counsel be confirmed. Carried. Trustee Timmings stated that five grievances have been filed by CSEA employees and the Public Works and Labor Relations Committees met with Mr. Biros to discuss them. A management report will be made by the end of the week. Trustee Timmings stated that the police contract is waiting for the Mayor's signature. Trustee Timmings moved that the Treasurer be authorized to pay the police departnnent^r^ new rate effective Friday of this week/^fhi^m^m^^if^tee/SoT^aho. Carried. Trustee Timmings inquired if the Board would like to move on the Chief's salary tonight. By law, we have to give him the same increase as the Lieutenants receive, he said. Trustee Cavalieri moved that action be tabled, seconded by Trustee DiFelice. PUBLIC SAFETY Trustee DiFelice reported that the new scott air packs have been delivered to the fire department. A training session will be scheduled at the Fire Training School. % \ �-6The tentative date for the annual ambulance corps dinner has been scheduled for March 20th, said Trustee DiFelice. Trustee DiFelice stated that he is in receipt of a letter from Secretary of Fire Council Glenn Amesbury requesting the assistance of the Board in acquiring fire records from former Fire Chief John Cellant Trustee DiFelice moved, seconded by Trustee Cavalieri that Villag< Counsel be authorized to send Mr, Cellante a letter to turn over all fire records during his term of office to Fire Council. Carried. Trustee DiFelice moved, seconded by Trustee Gandolfo that specifi cations be prepared and bids be returned on May 19th on a new fire | chief's car to replace the old sedan. Carried. I In the meantime said Trustee DiFelice, the committee will check I with the County Purchasing Agency to see if there is one available. Trustee DiFelice stated that the Building Inspector is requesting our permission to notify the owner of 21 Beekman Avenue that he may make the necessary repairs provided that he complies with the N.Y.S. Building and Fire Codes, and so moved, seconded by Trustee Cavalieri. Deputy Mayor Timmings amended the motion to include the owner of 174 Cortlandt Street also. Motion carried. Trustee DiFelice stated that he checked into an article appearing in the newspaper regarding the Elmsford fire apparatus and was informed by the Village Clerk of Elmsford that the cost of a new pumper would be about $200,000, however, their fire committee decided to seek bids to repower and remodel the truck and received a bid of $80,000, with 3-4 months to update the truck. Trustee DiFelice stated that Counsel met with the police committee Chief Spota and a representative from the Pistol range for a preliminar discussion to outline guidelines for the range by outside organizations Another meeting will be held on March 25th with other organizations fox a final agreement, said Truste DiFelice. I A flyer is being mailed to residents through the police departmeii with listings of all services provided by the Village, said Trustee DiFelice. With regard to the usage of 911 for emergency calls, Trustee DiFelice stated that there is a controversy between the Police Chiefs Association and State officials. The Chief will notify him when the next meeting will be held. Trustee DiFelice stated that the Chief gave a presentation to the Exchange Club on Crime Prevention, Trustee DiFelice stated that John Cappello has satisfactorily completed his probationary period and moved that he be placed on permanent basis, seconded by Trustee Soriano. Carried. I > �-7- - ^ PUBLIC WORKS Trustee Soriano gave the following report: Quarterly meter readings have now been completed. Bank balance as of February 16, 1982 is $20,560.36. Four spreaders were used during the freezing rain and sleet storm on February 9th. Removed snow and ice following the alternate side restriction schedule. Filling potholes throughout the Village with cold patch. Removed tree stumps on Depeyster Street, College Avenue, Pocantico Street and Crane Avenue. The holiday this week falls on February 19th. paper or bulk pickup. There will be no RECREATION & PARKS -: Trustee Gandolfo gave the following report: The highway department has begun working in the parks. All picnic benches and tables are being repaired. The Easter egg hunt, co-sponsored with the Tarrytown Recreation Department and the Knights of Columbus, originally scheduled for March 27 will be held on April 3rd, instead. This week's ski trip is to Jiminy Peak on February 18th and Belleayre on February 21st. The Recreation Department will show the movie "Til the Clouds Roll By" for the N.T. Senior Citizens. Winter/spring programs are on their way. Aerobics classes have 70 adult residents participating, while the Youth basketball has 17 residents; floor hockey-25; racquetball-18; ski trips-35 youths, teens, and adults participating. Box lacrosse-25 teen residents and in ice skating and ice hockey-400/ residents participating Next week, women's Softball warmups and indoor tennis will start. Trustee Gandolfo stated that the Board met with Tarrytown Board discuss ice skating and it was agreed that North Tarrytown would send Gary Thomas for four hours per day and they would hire part-timers when needed. We would pay these employees, she said. Trustee Soriano moved, seconded by Trustee White that action of the committee be confirmed. Carried. SENIOR CITIZENS Trustee White stated that the citizens had a Valentine's Day party today. Plans are being made for a trip to Florida, she said. r V �Trustee White read a letter from Mrs. Nellie Sbezzi thanking the Mayor and Trustees for their gifts for their raffle. Trustee White reported that a grant of cheese for citizens has been made and it will be distributed at the Opportunity Center. Applications are being taken now, she said. Trustee Soriano acknowledged a letter of thanks received from Mr. & Mrs. Connors for the smoke detectors and stated that Trustee DiFelice was instrumental in obtaining these detectors for the citizens Trustee Soriano stated that the Village received $600 from the Town of Mt. Pleasant for the Senior Citizens Program. TAX EXEMPT & ASSESSMENT Trustee Timmings reported that nine grievances were filed today totaling $488,510 in requests for reduction in assessments. i At this time, Trustee White moved, seconded by Trustee Soriano that the Board meet in executive session to discuss a personnel matter, Trustee Soriano moved that John Biros' basic salary be raised to $27,000, excluding the $2,000 he receives as purchasing agent and $5,0( he receives as Supt. of Public Works; amount of $27,000 plus $5,000 be taken from the Water Account, seconded by Trustee DiFelice. Deputy Mayor Timmings polled the Board as follows: Trustee Gandolfo " Soriano - Yes - Yes Trustee Cavalieri " DiFelice White Deputy Mayor Timmings voted "Yes". - No - Yes - Yes Motion carried. Trustee Gandolfo stated that when the Board voted on retroactive increases several meetings' ago, a former employee of the recreation department was omitted. Trustee Gandolfo moved, seconded by Trustee Soriano that Robert Lugrezia be awarded retroactive pay to June 1, 1981, at 870 of his salary of $10,000 to the time he resigned. Carried. I MAYOR'S REPORT: Deputy Mayor Timmings moved that the Mayor be authorized to sign the contract, approved by Counsel, on the former Strand Property which was awarded to Laurentino Rodrigues, seconded by Trustee Soriano. Carri Deputy Mayor Timmings stated that with regard to our home rule request for a Board of Assessment Review, Assembly Bill 9345 and Senate Bill 7588, eight copies have been received for the Mayor's signature an he so moved that the Mayor be authorized to sign them, seconded by Trustee Soriano. Carried. Deputy Mayor Timmings stated that the Mayor obtained additional information from the National League of Cities and it will cost our Village $439 to join the organization. He suggested that this amount be included in the next budget. i i i �-9- ^^f Deputy Mayor Timmings stated that at the Village Officials' meeting held last week, a speaker talked on the subject of arbitration and noted that there is an organization in Ridgewood, New Jersey, who evaluates arbitrators. A list can be supplied to Villages at a cost of $150 for the services. iV>. » : ;l Deputy Mayor Timmings stated that a letter has been received from CSEA that we are not complying with the procedures as outlined under the Workers Compensation Law. It is our understanding that we are in full compliance, said Deputy Mayor Timmings. COMMUNICATIONS Hi i ' Communication from Mr. & Mrs. H. Landow, 162 Merlin Avenue, opposing the proposed Local Law for recreational vehicles was read and filed. fcf Communication from Village Clerk of Tarrytown notifying the Board that the Planning Board of Tarrytown will hold a public hearing designating the Warner Library as a Village Historic Landmark on February 22nd was read and filed. Communication from Willis Moon, Recording Sec'y. of Fire Patrol, requesting a meeting with the Board to discuss repairs to their kitchen was read. Trustee Cavalieri, Chairman of the Buildings & Grounds Committee, called for a meeting on February 25th at 9 P.M. Communication from Laurentino Rodrigues requesting permission to park a dumpster in front of the former Strand Theater in order for him to renovate the building was read. Counsel advised that no action be taken until such time as Mr. Rodrigues obtains legal title to the property, as well as obtaining a building permit. Communication from Glenn Amesbury, Sec'y. of Fire Council, regarding changes in personnel in Fire Patrol and Rescue Hose Companies, as well as an exempt certificate for William Mowatt was read. Trustee DiFelice moved, seconded by Trustee Soriano that action of Council regarding changes in personnel be confirmed and an exempt certificate be issued to William Mowatt. Carried. With regard to the status of the out-of-town fireman in Fire Patrol Company, it was stated that it is legal for him to answer fire calls, after which, Trustee Soriano moved, seconded by Trustee Cavalieri that Anthony Vadala be granted permission to join Fire Patrol Company. Carried. ¥ NEW BUSINESS Trustee Gandolfo stated that a complaint was made regarding the ramp for the handicapped coming into Village Hall and moved that Mr. Doorley, CDA Director, be requested to either have the ramp repaired or a new one installed, seconded by Trustee Cavalieri, and that the cost for same be taken from CDA funds. Carried. it r �sff -10Trustee DiFelice inquired as to whether or not an official Opinion will be obtained regarding the residency of the Judge. Deputy Mayor Timmings stated that one opinion has been received. Trustee DiFelice moved, seconded by Trustee Cavalieri that the Mayor be authorized, through special Counsel, to contact the Attorney General and the Office of the Court Administration for an opinion. Carried. Trustee Soriano moved, seconded by Trustee White that the bills submitted on the General Fund and Water & Sewer Department warrants dated February 16, 1982 be paid after approval by department heads and that the Treasurer be authorized to pay same and that a copy of this resolution be attached to the warrants. Carried. There being no further business to come before the meeting, Trustee DiFelice moved, seconded by Trustee White that the same be duly adjourned. Carried. Respectfully submitted, S:*.'.-y • <-. - .<> ' ' * Filomena Fallacaro Cleric i * z ? � 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-1982 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. 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