https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/56b232b681235b0efcc830d45a2a3105.pdf a8b3179f678c12ddc7c862459d3192f7 PDF Text Text NORTH TARRYTOWN, N.Y. />,} October 15, 1985 PUBLIC HEARING A regular meeting was held before the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytown on the above date. Present Philip E. Zegarelli, Mayor James J. Timmings Allen T. Williams Steven Salman Frank Mangieri, Jr. Susan Galgano Phillip E. Blecker, Trustees Regina Kelly, for R. Ponzini Village Attorney Mayor Zegarelli called the meeting to order at 8:00 P.M. with a prayer and salute to the flag. Trustee Galgano moved, seconded by Trustee Blecker that the minutes of the meeting held on September 18, 1985 be approved as written. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli read the notice of hearing on a proposal of Section 467 of the Real Property Tax Law to exempt from Village taxes within the control of the said Board to the extent of 50% of its assessed value properties owned by one or more persons 65 years of age or over who comply with the provisions of said Section 467 and asked if there was anyone present who would like to address the Board on said hearing. No one appearing for or against the hearing, Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Galgano that the hearing be closed. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli asked if there was anyone who would like to address the Board. Chief Spota took issue with an article appearing in the local newspaper about a suit against several men in his department, as well as recommending to the Board that Detective Ferguson be promoted to Sergeant and charged to the Youth Officer. He pointed out the outstanding job he has done in the community. Mayor Zegarelli stated that the police committee will discuss the items. At this time, Mayor Zegarelli moved to adjourn the meeting so that the 79 College Avenue North Tarrytown Development Fund, Inc. can open bids on 79 College Avenue, seconded by Trustee Timmings. Carried. On motion of Mayor Zegarelli, seconded by Trustee Galgano, the Board meeting reconvened. Carried. �Chief Gordon Ferguson, representing members of the Ambulance Corps appeared before the Board requesting a new ambulance. He outlined the history of the present ambulance and stated that the committee has been working on the possibility of refurbishing the present one, however, it did not seem feasible. He stated that in order to keep the cost down, the committee feels that some of the equipment for the new ambulance be purchased in this year's budget. Trustee Timmings stated that he would like to discuss this with the committee. It would be better to purchase all of the equipmen out of a bond issue, said Trustee Timmings. Trustee Williams stated that he is in support of the ambulance. I There is no other piece of apparatus which is needed more, he said. I The matter was referred to the public safety committee. REPORTS Of COMMITTEES ADMINISTRATION Trustee Blecker reported that the building inspector, James Margotta, issued proposals to the architect to prepare specifications for the roof at Union Hose and has also taken care of the door. Painti will not commence until we determine if repair of the roof has solved the problem, said Trustee Blecker. Trustee Blecker reported progress being made for computerization in the administration office. We anticipate testing one possible system within the next thirty days, he said. We would like to go out for bid before the year ends, said Trustee Blecker. Trustee Blecker offered the following resolution, seconded by Trustee Timmings: WHEREAS Almighty God has seen fit to take unto Himself the soul I of the late Curtis Heath, and I WHEREAS the said Curtis Heath was a member of the Conservation and Beautification Committee of the Village of North Tarrytown and resident of the Village for many years having been held in the highest esteem by all those who knew him, now, therefore, be it RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees take official notice of Curtis Heath's death, and be it further RESOLVED that this resolution be made a part of the official minutes of this meeting and a copy sent to the family of the deceased. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli noted the maps in the hallway as a result of Mr. Heath's efforts. GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS Trustee Mangieri reported that the administrator selection committee held interviews on October 9th. Another meeting will be �-3held to interview other candidates who could not be here because of the distance involved, he said. Trustee Mangieri stated that a meeting will be held with the Economic Development Council to discuss the revitalization plans. MANAGEMENT & BUDGET Trustee Timmings reported a cash balance in the General Fund as of October 15th, 1985. Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Galgano that action of the Treasurer in depositing two certificates of deposit in the First National Bank of No. Tarrytown be confirmed. Carried. Trustee Timmings moved that the Village Treasurer initiate the procedure to obtain bonding to finance a street sweeper not to exceed $80,000, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. Trustee Timmings moved that Irene Amato be appointed temporary purchasing agent at a salary equivalent to what we have been paying for the job, retro to October 1, 1985, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. Trustee Timmings noted the monthly financial report of the General Fund and "Water Fund. LABOR RELATIONS Trustee Timmings stated that he received a call from the teamsters union asking when it was the intention of the Village to implement the new holiday provisions of the contract and he informed the representative that it would be effective June 1, 1985. This was generally agreeable. If the person's birthday falls on a holiday, we would be tolerant, said Trustee Timmings. Trustee Galgano moved to confirm Trustee Timmings agreement with the union lawyer, seconded by Trustee Blecker. Carried. Trustee Timmings stated that while talking to the union lawyer, he had the Mayor sign an agreement of understanding at the last meeting and that is what we are operating under at this time. His secretary is in the process of typing the revised contract and it will be turned over to the Village, after which it will be proof-read by the Village Attorney before final adoption. He does not see anything to cause a rejection vote at this time, said Trustee Timmings. Trustee Timmings stated that we have had five outstanding grievances from the teamsters union. These will be cleared up after the contract is signed, said Trustee Timmings. Trustee Timmings stated that we are bargaining with the PBA. So far, the negotiations are on the same high level as with the session with the teamsters, he said. It appears that we have a very positive labor relations in the Village, said Trustee Timmings. �/ -4PUBLIC SAFETY Trustee Williams moved that the police car bid be awarded to Russell Chevrolet in the amount of $8,777.00 according to specificatioiu seconded by Trustee Timmings. Carried. Trustee Williams reported that the new SEAS car will be going into operation. The new computer for police headquarters has not arrived yet, he said. Trustee Williams stated that the fire alarm box system is out from Philipse Manor south to Lawrence Avenue. Residents will have to call in a fire by telephone. The system is being corrected, he sal Trustee Williams moved to confirm action of the Mayor in I authorizing the Supt. of Alarms to purchase wires for the alarm system* seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. Trustee Williams stated that the fire inspectors have inspected the retail businesses. They will probably waive the thirty day compliance order to have violations corrected, he said. Trustee Williams stated that Rescue Hose will have a demonstration of the new apparatus' pumping ability at General Motors. Trustee Williams read a letter from Janice Hawes, thanking Ptl. Whalen, Cappello and DiCairano for their to her home when someone tried to enter, and also read Cecilia Goldman commending Ptl. Whalen for his efforts involved in an accident. 29 Hemlock Drive, quick response a letter from when she was Trustee Williams moved, seconded by Trustee Timmings that the letters be placed in their folders. Carried. Trustee Williams moved, seconded by Trustee Salman that Sgt. Lee Hayward be granted permission to attend the Chemical Agents Instructor School at the Smith & Wesson Academy in Massachusetts on November 25-21 at a cost of $275 for tuition and $27 per night for the hotel room. I Carried. | Trustee Williams moved, seconded by Trustee Salman that Det-Sgt. Carmen Defalco be granted permission to attend the Corning Community College, East Corning, N.Y. from Oct. 21-23 with expenses. Carried. PUBLIC WORKS Trustee Salman moved that specifications be prepared and bids be received on a street sweeper, returnable on November 25, 1985, seconded by Trustee Timmings. Carried. Trustee Salman moved that Angela Everett's status on provisional basis as Int. Account Clerk, be terminated, effective Aug. 1, 1985, seconded by Trustee Timmings. Carried. ^ �-5- / Trustee Salman moved that Int. Account Clerk, Angela Everett, be placed on permanent basis, effective August 1, 1985, seconded by Trustee Timmings. Carried. Trustee Salman moved that Michael Apollonio be appointed temporary General foreman as of October 10^1985 Jit a rate equivalent to $2,000 per year, seconded by Trustee Timmingsv Carried. Trustee Salman moved that John Vydareny be granted permission to attend the Emergency Planning Tele-Conference from Oct. 30-31 in Albany, with expenses, seconded by Trustee Timmings. Carried. Trustee Salman commended the public works department for their action taken during hurricane Gloria. He stated that he was proud to see how the men worked together with the police and fire departments. The Village was well-coordinated, he said. Jruptee Salman stated that we received a letter from the Recycling Plant. They are decreasing the price from $22 per ton to $12 per ton. They are now requiring newspapers only, no colored paper or magazines. He stated that it will be cheaper to dump it. We will collect the paper, but will give it away to American Recycling. Trustee Salman stated that we will be starting leaf pickup soon. Trustee Salman stated that the State divested itself from cleaning catch basins on Route 9. We have retained Fred Cook & Company to come down with a vacuum to clean the drains, as they are completely filled with debris. Trustee Salman moved that action of the Mayor and Chairman of the public works committee to retain Fred Cook under emergency measures be confirmed, seconded by Trustee Williams. Carried. Trustee Salman stated that there will be a special Village cleanup commencing Saturday at 12 noon. The Village has been divided into four sections; Oct. 19th - Zone 1, west of Broadway, south of Beekman; October 26th - zone 2, west of Broadway to the Pocantico River and north of Beekman Avenue; November 3rd - zone 3, Webber Park, Briggsville and Hudson Terrace; November 9th - zone 4 Philipse and Sleepy Hollow Manor s. RECREATION Trustee Galgano stated that Robert Pell has completed his probation ary period and moved that he be placed on permanent basis, effective September 5, 1985, at a salary of $19,790, seconded by Trustee Timmings. Carried. MAYOR'S REPORT: Mayor Zegarelli referred the matter of waterfront revitalization program recommended by New York State to Trustee Mangieri's committee. Trustee Galgano moved, seconded by Trustee Timmings that the Mayor be authorized to sign the parking agreement with the school Board for Morse School. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli stated that he is in receipt of a letter from Mr. John Harbour, Director of Sleepy Hollow Restorations regarding a series �-6of events with fireworks with a celebration of King George II birthday on November 9th at Philipse Manor. The public is invited to attend the events. Trustee Timmings moved to approve the events with fireworks provided that proper insurance coverage is submitted, seconded by Trustee Blecker. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli appoints<the following to serve on the Parking Authority: Thomas Pellechi, Charles Mack and Dr. Elio J. Ippolito. Trustee Timmings moved to confirm the Mayor's appointments, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. COMMUNICATIONS I Communication from Grace Van Bergh, 24 Evergreen Way, requesting sidewalk repairs was read and referred to the public works committee. Communication from Fred Johnson, Assistant Cashier, First National Bank of North Tarrytown, requesting sidewalk repairs was read and referred to the public works committee. Communication from John Stiloski, III of Tarrytown, requesting that his company be placed on the Tow Company list was read and referred to the public safety committee. Communication from Chief Ron Biro, changes in personnel in Pocantico H & L read and on motion of Trustee Timmings, action of fire Council was confirmed by Sec'y. of Fire Council, regardii and Columbia Hose Company was seconded by Trustee Williams, the Board. Carried. Acknowledgement of sympathy from the Vydareny Family was read and filed. The Clerk stated that she is in receipt of a letter from John Hupfeld, President of Huppy's Deli of his intention to renew his liquor license at 62 Beekman Avenue. « I I The Clerk stated that Mayor Zegarelli granted permission to the Portuguese Community to hold a procession in Honor of our Lady of fatima on October 12th and on motion of Trustee Timmings, seconded by Trustee Galgano, action of the Mayor was confirmed. Carried. Communication from Kathryn Fries, Town Clerk, requesting permissioi for the use of our premises for election on November 5th was read and on motion of the Mayor, seconded by Trustee Timmings, permission was granted. Carried. Communication from Gene Fiorella, 48 Gordon Avenue, requesting the removal of a tree if hazardous and replacement of same was read and referred to the public works and tree inspector. Communication from Leonard Galante, President of the Central Veterans Committee, requesting permission to hold Veterans Day services in Patriots Park on November 11th and inviting the Board to same was read and on motion of Trustee Timmings, seconded by Trustee Galgano, permission was granted. Carried. �-7Communication from Joseph Zaicek, 1A7 New Broadway, requesting permission to cut down damaged and fallen trees in Douglas Park at his own expense was read. Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Galgano that the matter be referred to the Village Attorneyfor review of insurance liability, etc. Carried. Trustee Timmings offered the following resolution, seconded by Trustee Blecker: WHEREAS Almighty God has seen fit to take unto Himself the soul of the late Cecelia Edmonds, and WHEREAS the said Cecelia Edmonds was the wife of Benjamin Edmonds, former Chairman of the North Tarrytown Housing Authority, and a resident of the Village for many years having been held in the .highest esteem by all those who knew her, now, therefore, be it RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees take official notice of Cecelia Edmonds death, and be it further RESOLVED that this resolution be made a part of the official minutes of this meeting and a copy sent to the family of the deceased. Carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS In connection with the public hearing regarding exemption from taxation to the extent of 50%, Trustee Timmings moved that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED: 1. Any real property located in the Village of North Tarrytown shall be exempt from taxation by the Village to the extent of fifty (50%) percent of the assessed valuation thereof, pursuant to Section 467 of the Real Property Tax Law, provided that: a. In the case of joint ownership of said real property, either the husband or the wife must be sixty-five (65) years of age or over. b. The income of the owner or the combined income of all the owners of the property does not exceed the sum of nine thousand ($9,000.00) dollars for the twelve (12) consecutive months immediately preceding the date of the application for exemption. Where title to the property is vested in either the husband or the wife, their combined income may not exceed such sum. Such income shall include Social Security and retirement benefits, interest, dividends, rental income, salary or earnings and income from self-employment, but shall not include gifts or inheritances. In connection with any application for exemption, applicant shall furnish the Board of Assessors such evidence of the income or combined income as the Board of Assessors may require. �ADMINISTRATION Trustee Blecker stated that we are in the process of analyzing the proposal we received from the business service clearing out the backlog of unpaid fines. He talked to Trustee Timmings and the finance committee and he is in agreement that they would like to talk to our present service. He stated that the committee is moving in the direction of changing our parking ordinances and to address issues of repeat offenders. Counsel will be asked to look up the State law setting parking fines. Trustee Blecker stated that he is not suggesting that we put the Village in a position that we will go out and collect the fines. Our sole responsibility is that we pass them the information within thirty days after the ticket is issued, said Trustee Blecker. The PBA contract will be discussed tonight, said Trustee Blecker. GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS Trustee Mangieri stated that the name of Frank D'Eufemia has been suggested to serve on the Parking Authority committee, after which Mayor Zegarelli appointed him. Trustee Timmings moved to confirm the Mayor's action, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. MANAGEMENT & BUDGET Trustee Timmings reported that the Treasurer's report for October 28, 1985 was submitted. Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Galgano that the following resolution be adopted: "BOND RESOLUTION, DATED OCTOBER 28, 1985, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE Of $80,000 SERIAL BONDS Of THE VILLAGE OF NORTH TARRYTOWN, PURSUANT TO THE LOCAL FINANCE LAW, TO FINANCE THE ACQUISITION OF A STREET SWEEPER FOR THE VILLAGE" (In detail official minutes) Trustee Timmings stated that the Labor Relations committee and PBA have reached an agreement on the terms of a new contract. He stated that we have a ten page memo of agreement and moved that the Mayor be authorized to sign the necessary documentation that will lead to a contract between the Village and Police Department, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli stated that relations committee consisting of worked hard on both contracts. Mayor, and conveyed his thanks to Trustee Timmings and the labor Trustees Galgano and Blecker have We believe we were fair, said the Trustee Timmings and committee. �PUBLIC HEARING NORTH TARRY TOWN, N.Y. October 15, 1985 A3 O A regular meeting was held before the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytown on the above date. Present Philip E. Zegarelli, Mayor James J. Timmings Allen T. Williams Steven Salman Frank Mangieri, Jr. Susan Galgano Phillip E. Blecker, Trustees Robert J. Ponzini, Counsel * Mayor Zegarelli called the meeting to order at 8:00 P.M. with a prayer and salute to the flag. Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Williams that the minutes of the meeting held on October 15, 1985 be approved with the following corrections: Page 4 - Par. 5 - Trustee Williams stated that the fire inspectors have inspected the retail businesses. Serious violations have to be cleaned up at the discretion of the building inspector. Minor violations have to be corrected within thirty days. (Correction of Trustee Salman) Page 5 - Par. 5 - Trustee Salman stated that we had received a letter from Thruway Recycling, the company that takes our bulk newspapers, that they will still pay $22 a ton only if we supply pure and clean newspapers, and if there are any other types of paper present, that we will only get $12. Since we cannot assume to be able to control the contents of the paper and considering the cost of transporting it to Suffern, and the limited supply that we collect; it has been decided to transport the paper to American recycling in Tarrytown. Considering the new cost of labor, tolls, fuel, vehicular wear, etc., vs a lower income, it would be worthwhile to get rid of it locally for a minimal or no income situation. It would cost us $17.50 per ton to dump it with our garbage, a fact which makes collection feasible if we did not have any other expenses involved in disposal and collection. Motion carried. Mayor Zegarelli read the notice of hearing to consider a proposed Local Law amending Local Law #13 of 1979 entitled "Hawking, Peddling and asked if there was anyone present who would like to address the Board on said hearing. Mrs. K. Lingardo, Pine Close, inquired if the law included veterans and if it would cover the entire Village. She was answered that it comes under a separate law. The Local Law would cover the entire Village. �-?No other comments for or against the local law amendments, Trustee Galg ano moved that the hearing be closed, seconded by Trustee I Timmings. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli asked if there was anyone present who would like to address the Board on any other matter. Mrs. K. Lingardo, Pine Close, stated that she has copies of the Zoning Board minutes of 1985 and Planning Board minutes in regard to Tappan Motors. She stated that their attorney said that he submitted to the Zoning Board on July 18th, the Environmental Impact Study report, however, there is no record of it. She stated that there was a discrepancy which has a lot do do with the minutes and m problems in the area. She stated that it was her understanding that • the Village Prosecutor is supposed to be of help to the people. He I met with them and told them a number of things and would get back I to them, but never heard from him again. She stated that she was | told that the Village Prosecutor was sitting in as attorney for the Planning Board which should not be. Mayor Zegarelli stated that the Village Prosecutor represents the Village and if he sits in on a planning board session, he is also there to represent the Village. He stated that he talked to him on Friday and was assured that he will be working on the issue. Mayor Zegarelli stated that her comments about Mr. Peirce personally were not to his person, but what she feels is the situation. He stated that he has directed the Chief many times to issue tickets. On an inquiry of Mrs. Lingardo as to why the Prosecutor was acting for the planning board, Mayor Zegarelli stated that the Village Counsel has a relationship with one of the principals who was asking for the variance. He voluntarily disqualified himself where there would be any conflict of interest. Mr. Ponzini has voluntarily and consistently stepped aside on many matters in this point, said the Mayor. An outside Counsel was hired on this point. Mrs. Lingardo stated that at the zoning board hearing, the firstM point brought out was the legal notice. The attorney had askedB for an amendment. The notice should read Mr. Kahn, not the TarrytownM Realty. ' Mayor Zegarelli stated that matters dealing with the planning and zoning boards are separate boards and we cannot mandate to them. Counsel stated that the owner's name in the notice is listed on the plans and application as submitted. Mr. Vincent Buonanno, Van Tassel Avenue, stated that the people who are here this evening from Webber Park are here because of problems which have arisen out of the application for a building permit at the former Pickwick Post Restaurant site. Matters coming up tonight, said Mr. Buonanno, are not meant to be attacks on the Mayor, Board or building inspector. We need to have someone assigned to monitor and follow up with laws presently on the books, he said. He mentioned illegal use of parking lots which are zoned as residential areas, namely, part of the Pickwick Post �-3- /i,± site where cars have been parked in the lot. The cars are new. The lot is not to be used for that particular purpose, he said. He inquired as to who is responsible for monitoring it and how do we follow it up. He stated that Mr. Kahn heard about the complaints, but did nothing about them. Mayor Zegarelli stated that police enforcement on civil matters as far as any violations are concerned. Zoning and planning violations will be handled by Mr. Margotta, he said. Mr. Margotta stated that the Planning Board will refer this matter to the zoning board to ascertain whether or not they are correct in saying that he (Mr. Kahn) has no business parking cars in the lot. He stated that Mrs. Lingardo gave him a signed complaint and he brought it up to Mr. Kahn. He gave him until tomorrow to remove the cars, he said. If they are still there, he will get in touch with Robert Peirce and take them to court, said Mr. Margotta. Mrs. Lingardo requested the Board to appoint/special prosecutor and Mayor Zegarelli stated that the Board will take it under advisement. Mr. Vincent Buonanno stated that violations are continuing to exist day to day. He stated that there is parking in "No parking" zones daily, selling cars on New Broadway and cars parked behind the former Margotta hardware store. Mayor Zegarelli asked the Chief how many tickets were issued and was ansered that 730 tickets were issued to Tappan Motors and 200 to McCall Frandsen in 1984 and in 1985, 573 to Tappan Motors and 267 to McCall and frandsen. Trustee Blecker stated that the committee is reviewing recovery service to reduce the backlog in the Village. He stated that he is going to request a substantial increase in fines for repeat violators, unpaid fines and place sufficient judgments against the people. We are interested in depleting the office backlog, he said. Mrs. Lingardo suggested that the Village Board meet with the Planning Board, to which the Mayor said that they would. Mayor Zegarelli asked Counsel to review the law on repeat abusers of the same law. Mr. John Kraft, New Broadway, inquired if the previous variance granted to the restaurant carries over to a new owner. Counsel stated that the Mayor and Board have no control over the planning or zoning boards. The Village would be hard-pressed to deny or reject previous variances which have been rejected. Since it is not going to be a restaurant, the variance no longer holds. Mr. Eugene Buonanno, Gordon Avenue, stated that when the previous variance was granted, he was granted additional parking for his restaurant. He has eliminated half of the parking area with his monstrosity, he said. Mayor Zegarelli stated that the building inspector also acts on his own because of health and safety purposes. He stated that the Zoning �-U- Board of Appeals would be their recourse. He stated that the Board has constantly directed Mr. Margotta to make sure that zoning ordinance are enforced. We have been criticized on coming down heavily on people he said. Mr. Buonanno stated that a group of people appeared before the Board in 1979 regarding the parking lot adjacent to the building where there were supposed to be ten cars parked in the lot. A prosecutor was hired, a complaint was signed in 1981, but the prosecutor never got back to him. Mayor Zegarelli stated that Mr. Tucciarone resigned as prosecutor at the time. The matter may not have been taken care of in the | transition, said the Mayor, however, he will obtain the report and I send it to him. I Mr. Margotta stated that there are a lot of extra cars on the street because of illegal apartments in Webber Park and wished that people would call him about them. He stated that he receives calls of complaints from people who want him to take care of them, however, he wants them to sign the complaint. Mrs. Belliveau, 185 Beekman Avenue, stated that she lives next door to the UAW hall where there is a parking lot which is kept open all night long. Cars come and go from 1 A.M. - 5:00 A.M. causing a disturbance resulting in lack of sleep. She stated that she talked to Mr. Calore, President, but has received no response from him. She stated that it was impossible to have peace and quiet. Mayor Zegarelli stated that the lot has been left open 24 hrs per day. There was a chain across the parking lot. Previously, the custodian would chain it at night and in the morning would unchain it. The Union eliminated the custodian and the chain. He stated that he called the Union and also directed the Chief to block the lot even if we have to get a chain ourselves. He will be working with the Union representative through the Village attorney to have the chain locked. Mr. Richard Gross, Fire Inspector, apprised the Board of how the! fire inspectors originated. He stated that out of 12 members, only I three remained. No inspections were made from 1981-85. Under the I leadership of Chief Ferguson, we now have an organization of ten people Many inspections have been made and reports submitted. They are asking the Board to consider legislation limiting the maximum number of people in taverns and bars. Since there is nothing in writing, said Mr. Gross, the inspectors will be unable to enforce the number. He stated that they are receiving cooperation from the building inspector. He suggested grants from Albany for reimbursement for smoke detectors which are required. Mayor Zegarelli stated that they would be responsible to the Fire Chief, however, he feels that the Mayor would be over them. The matter was referred to Counsel. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES i \ �ADMINISTRATION Trustee Blecker stated that we are in the process of analyzing the proposal we received from the business service clearing out the backlog of unpaid fines. He talked to Trustee Timmings and the finance committee and he is in agreement that they would like to talk to our present service. He stated that the committee is moving in the direction of changing our parking ordinances and to address issues of repeat offenders. Counsel will be asked to look up the State law setting parking fines. Trustee Blecker stated that he is not suggesting that we put the Village in a position that we will go out and collect the fines. Our sole responsibility is that we pass them the information within thirty days after the ticket is issued, said Trustee Blecker. The PBA contract will be discussed tonight, said Trustee Blecker. GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS Trustee Mangieri stated that the name of Frank D'Eufemia has been suggested to serve on the Parking Authority committee, after which Mayor Zegarelli appointed him. Trustee Timmings moved to confirm the Mayor's action, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. MANAGEMENT & BUDGET Trustee Timmings reported that the Treasurer's report for October 28, 1985 was submitted. Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Galgano that the following resolution be adopted: "BOND RESOLUTION, DATED OCTOBER 28, 1985, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE Of $80,000 SERIAL BONDS Of THE VILLAGE OF NORTH TARRYTOWN, PURSUANT TO THE LOCAL FINANCE LAW, TO FINANCE THE ACQUISITION OF A STREET SWEEPER FOR THE VILLAGE" (In detail official minutes) Trustee Timmings stated that the Labor Relations committee and PBA have reached an agreement on the terms of a new contract. He stated that we have a ten page memo of agreement and moved that the Mayor be authorized to sign the necessary documentation that will lead to a contract between the Village and Police Department, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli stated that relations committee consisting of worked hard on both contracts. Mayor, and conveyed his thanks to Trustee Timmings and the labor Trustees Galgano and Blecker have We believe we were fair, said the Trustee Timmings and committee. �-6Trustee Timmings complimented Trustees Galgano and Blecker who picked up the knack of labor negotiations committee and on the final settlement. Both played key parts in weighing conclusions in the final stages of the contract. Trustee Williams extended his thanks to the committee for a quick and speedy contract. PUBLIC SAFETY Trustee Williams stated that the desk rehabilitation work is moving along. Completion is expected by the end of the week. The committee has discussed the elimination of spaces at the I four corners of Rice and Gordon Avenues, as well as the two corners of Rice and Holland Avenue. Fire apparatus had difficulty in getting through. Trustee Williams moved, seconded by Trustee Salman that a public hearing be held on November 25, 1985 to consider a local law to prohibit parking in this area. Carried. Parking enforcement was monitored on Beekman Avenue, said Trustee Williams. There were no speeding problems, he said. The old police car (503) has been repaired. The membership would like to have it in use by Halloween, said Trustee Williams. The back window was damaged while it was parked at the Village garage. Since the amount of damage exceeds our deductible, the Village will have to pay for its repair, said Trustee Williams. Trustee Williams stated that he would like permission to solicit money for the dog that the Village will be getting, and so moved, seconded by Trustee Blecker that this be done on Village letterhead. Carried. Trustee Williams stated that minor work is necessary on the Rescue Hose apparatus and before the warranty expires, he would like I this work done. Mr. Gross has sent letters to the Wayne-Tyler companj said Trustee Williams. I Trustee Williams reported that the new ambulace specifications have been received from the Chief and ambulance committee and they would like to discuss them with the Board and Counsel. Trustee Timmings moved the authorization of serial bonds in the amount of $90,000 for the ambulance, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. Trustee Williams stated that Rescue Hose Company is requesting a new floor which is estimated at $3,000 and estimates have been received for drapes in the meeting room. The matter will be reviewed by the committee. \ �-7- ^ \CJ! In connection with the statement made previously by Richard Gross with regard to occupancy in bars and taverns, Trustee Williams stated that he would like to review the matter with the fire inspectors and public safety committee. n i PUBLIC WORKS Trustee Salman gave the following report: Locating and marking curb boxes on Hudson Terrace. Winterizing hydrants and repaired those found to be leaking. f Both myself and the Water & Sewer Dept. foreman, Manuel Cappello, met and/or spoke with County officials with regard to service line on Riverside Drive. County has agreed to connect house service line to county line, said Trustee Salman. Village obligation w i l l be to resurface the road. The County started work today. Blacktopped all water department excavations. , ue Sewage was backing up on 57 Clinton Street and running into the street. Owner notified to correct problem immediately. Board of Health also notified and inspected premises. Plumber is now taking care of the problem. There are a number of broken windows at Shaft 9 Pump House (Sleepy Hollow Road) which were damaged by v a n d a l s . The police department has been notified of these incidents. Bank balance in water and sewer account as of 10/25/85 is $13,931. Leaf box will be delivered in approximately \\ weeks. George Crouch, H.M.E.O. has been trained on the sweeper and is now operating it. Parking lot across from police headquarters has been cleaned and bushes trimmed. Sidewalk also swept. New trash barrels have been ordered, one will be placed in front of the parking lot and the others distributed throughout the Village, but mainly on Beekman Avenue. Ordered thirty flags with poles from Ross Hardware. Modified method of documenting street light repairs. On October 23rd, the leaf vacuum was sent out. We w i l l continue picking up leaves with the vacuum until the bulk of the leaf fall is over. When the other leaf box arrives, the seond vacuum will go out. Saturday, Oct. 19 special bulk pickup started with full crew. On Saturday, Oct. 25th, foreman Hercules and four sanitation m e n w i l l continue special Saturday pickup. lve �-8On Saturday, Nov. 2nd, there will also only be the foreman and four sanitation men. On the last Saturday, November 9th, the whole crew and foreman will go out. A new transmission will be needed for GMC #4 garbage truck. A new pump will also be needed for the sweeper. Two new tires have been ordered for the payloader. RECREATION I Trustee Galgano reported "progress". I MAYOR'S REPORT: Mayor Zegarelli stated that work on the parking lot on Morse playground has commenced and hopefully will be completed within the next two weeks. Mayor Zegarelli stated that he is in receipt of a communication from JDA (New Job Development Authority) requesting support of Proposition #1 which will appear on the ballot which would expand the capability of the New York Job Development Authority to assist business in the State. No action was taken. Mayor Zegarelli stated that he started discussions with the owner of Pocantico Lake about the possibility of purchasing land and properties for additional source of water supply. Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Galgano that the Mayor be authorized to sign the Community Development Project contract with the County of Westchester (Urban County Grant). This is work m that will be done in Friendship Park, Barnhart Park, Gesner Place, I Margotta Park, etc. Carried. I Mayor Zegarelli stated that we have been utilizing the Capozza property at 21 Beekman Avenue for parking of Village vehicles and employee parking at $180 per month. The original stipulation was for six cars, however,the number has increased. A figure of $200 was arrived at, said the Mayor. Trustee Williams moved, seconded by Trustee Blecker that the contract be amended to increase the parking rental to $200 per month, instead of $180 per month, effective October 1, 1985. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli stated that a tree was down in the old Dutch Church burial ground and since we were providing an in kind service for the Friends of the Old Dutch Burial grounds (Second Reformed Church) the Village is removing the damaged portion which is lying on the ground. i \ �-9- i Trustee Salman moved, seconded by Trustee Galgano to confirm the action of the public works committee in removing the tree. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli stated that Counsel Ponzini attended a meeting at the Dept. of Environmental Conservation at New Paltz today. The meeting was called by the State for an update on the cleaning up of the Duracell site. He asked Mr. Ponzini to attend in behalf of the Village. Counsel stated that he attended the meeting with the purpose of hearing what Duracell was doing to comply with the Dept. of Environmental Conservation's regulations. He stated that they would not give him a report, however, he has learned that the company would have to dig up the area and replace it with clean fill; they would have to have the building torn down and have vacant land. He stated that we can only speculate since we did not get the report. The County Health Department stated that there was no iminent hazard to their health. We would like to find out how much we can and as quickly as'we can, said Counsel. Counsel stated that he was disturbed when he heard how much additional clean up was involved. He did not receive a satisfactory answer. He stated that they would be maintaining waste materials until March of 1986. We have to rely upon the State to monitor this, said Counsel. Mayor Zegarelli stated that this has been an ongoing situation with the company. Communications have been sent to the company as a result of our own investigations. We have sought out individuals to tell us what they know to the best of their recollections as to what occurred several years' ago, said the Mayor. We will be deferring to legal judgment. We will keep the people informed as best we can, said the Mayor. Trustee Timmings moved that Counsel be instructed to pressure the report under discussion for the Village and that he proceed on a prudent schedule to take whatever course of action is necessary to receive the report, assuming that it isn't given voluntarily, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. Trustee Timmings stated that hazardous waste under the federal law mandates that in October, 1985, anyone having or operating PCB equipment must notify the local fire department of the existence of that equipment. Mayor Zegarelli instructed Counsel to send a letter to Duracell advising them that we find it unacceptable that hazardous waste is still being stored there. Trustee Mangieri stated that when Village officials inspected the plant, there were 43 barrels of toxic waste being stored which is in violation of Federal law. He posed the question as to why we cannot demand the immediate removal of the waste material. The building is in a residential area, he said. This is a question that the State has to handle for us, said Counsel. �-10On a question of Trustee Mangieri as to what action the Village can take, Counsel stated that we have to have the State officials inspect it. Mayor Zegarelli stated that the time table is unsatisfactory. They must clean it up completely. COMMUNICATIONS Communication from Thomas Cavalieri, Chairman of the North Tarrytown Alumni Reunion Committee, requesting permission to erect a Headless Horseman Reunion sign at the triangle on Beekman Avenue and North Broadway was read. Trustee Timmings moved that permission be granted, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. i It was noted that the United Way sign was there, but arrangements will be made to erect the Reunion sign in another area of the triangle. Communication from Charles Luberger, 160 Harwood Avenue, requestin a street light installed on Munroe Avenue, between Harwood and Kelbourne was read and referred to the public works committee. Trustee Salman was asked to send a letter to Mrs. Neuwirth, President of the PMIA to ascertain their opinion. Communication from Greg A. Doherty, 115 Kelbourne Avenue, request! permission to remove a dying tree in front of his residence was read and referred to the tree inspector and public works committee. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Trustee Williams stated that he was receiving calls regarding the 300th Anniversary of King George's Birthday at the Restoration on November 9th. He stated that he has asked the paper to play it down since it will only be a 13 minute event and he is afraid of a traffic problem. I With regard to the proposed amendments to the peddling local law, Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Galgano that the following Local Law #5 of 1985 entitled "Hawking, Peddling and Soliciting" be adopted: (see attached) Mayor Zegarelli polled the Board as follows: Trustee Timmings Williams " Salman - Yes Yes Yes Mayor Zegarelli voted "Yes". Trustee Mangieri " Galgano Blecker Motion carried. - Abstained - Yes - Yes �/</, -11Mayor Zegarelli moved, seconded by bills submitted on the General Fund and October 28, 1985 be paid after approval the Treasurer be authorized to pay same resolution be attached to the warrants. re Trustee Galgano that the Water & Sewer warrants dated of department heads and that and that a copy of this Carried. No other business to come before the meeting, Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Blecker that the same be duly adjourned. Carried. Respectfully submitted, filomena fallacaro Clerk �PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE Of NORTH TARRYTOWN PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytown at a regular meeting assembled and after publish notice and public hearing do hereby ordain and enact Local Law #5 o 1985 which amends Local Law #13 of 1979 entitled "Hawking, Peddling and Soliciting" by adding the following paragraphs: Section 18. £. No peddler shall sell from a location on private property without the issuance of a certificate of occupancy from the Building Department of the Village of North Tarrytown and site plan. i f. No peddler shall peddle within two hundred (200) feet of any church or place of worship or any place occupied exclusively as a public or private school, nor shall he or she permit his or her vehicle, if any, to stand on any public highway within said distance of school or church property. G. No peddler shall sell from any point within five hundred (500) feet of any established place of business selling substantially similar merchandise. H. No peddler shall sell within the Village recreation areas without the written permission of the Village Board of the Village of North Tarrytown. 1. No peddler shall operate between the hours of 9:00 P.M. and 8:00 A.M. This Local Law shall take effect within the time prescribed by law. I By Order of the Board of Trustees Adopted: October 28, 1985 filomena fallacaro Village Clerk i �BOND RESOLUTION, DATED October 28 , 1985, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $80,000 SERIAL BONDS OF THE VILLAGE OF NORTH TARRYTOWN, PURSUANT TO THE LOCAL FINANCE LAW, TO FINANCE THE ACQUISITION OF A STREET SWEEPER FOR THE VILLAGE. BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytown, New York as follows: Section 1. The Board of Trustees shall issue its Serial Bonds of the aggregate principal amount of $80,000 pursuant to the Local Finance Law of New York, in order to finance the specific object or purpose hereinafter described. Section 2. The specific object or purpose (hereinafter referred to as "purpose") to be financed by the issuance of said bonds is the acquisiton of a street sweeper for use by the Street and Sanitation Department of the Village. Section 3. The Board of Trustees has ascertained and hereby states that (a) the estimated maximum cost of such purpose is $80,000; (b) no money has heretofore been authorized to be applied to the payment of the cost of such purpose; (c) the Board of Trustees plans to finance the purpose entirely from funds raised by the issuance of obligations herein authorized. �Section 4. It is hereby determined that the purpose is an object or purpose described in Subdivision 29 of Paragraph a of Section 11.00 of said Local Finance Law and that the period of probable usefulness of the purpose is five years. Section 5. Subject to the terms and conditions of this resolution and the Local Finance Law, and pursant to the provisions of Sections 30,00, 50.00 to 60.00, inclusive of said Law, the power to authorize bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance of the Serial Bonds authorized by this resolution and the renewal of said notes and the power to prescribe the terms, form and contents of said Serial Bonds and said Bond Anticipation Notes, and the power to sell and deliver said Serial Bonds and any Bond Anticipation Notes issued in anticipation of the issuance of such bonds is hereby delegated to the Village Treasurer of said Village. The Village Treasurer is hereby authorized to sign any Serial Bonds issued pursuant to this resolution and any Bond Anticipation Notes issued in anticipation of the issuance of said Serial Bonds, and the Village Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the corporate seal of said Village to any of said Serial Bonds or any Bond Anticipation Notes and to attest such seal. Each interest coupon representing interest payable on such Serial Bonds -2- N �shall be authenticated by the facsimile signature of the Village Treasurer. Section 6. This resolution shall be published in full by the Village Clerk of said Village, together with a notice in substantially the form prescribed by Section 81.00 of said Local Finance Law, and such publication shall be in The Daily News, a newspaper having a general circulation in said Village. The validity of said Serial Bonds or of any Bond Anticipation Notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said Serial Bonds may be contested only if such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which the Village is not authorized to expend money, or the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity, is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication; or if said obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution of New York. Section 7. This resolution shall be effective immediately upon its adoption. Trustee Galgano and the motion was adopted. seconded the motion Trustees Galgano r Mangi pr-i f Blecker, Salman, Williams & Timmittg&ing for the affirmative, and no one voting against it. * * * * * * * * * * -3- � 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-1985 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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