https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/27fa5a96b4ee44698b1c0476b2429f71.pdf e8e2857ede976db7d5594ef6af981933 PDF Text Text PUBLIC HEARINGS NORTH TARRYTOWN, N.Y. October 24, 1986 3/?^s A regular^jp^g^ing of the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarry towS/off the above date. Present I r. Philip E. Zegarelli, Mayor James J. Timmings Steven Salman frank Mangieri Susan Galgano Arthur B. Ceconi, Trustees Robert J. Ponzini, Counsel Absent Allen T. Williams, Trustee 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 Salman that the minutes of the meeting held on October 14, 1986 be approved as written. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli informed the Board that this evening's meeting was being taped. He stated that the Village of Ossining was holding a meeting this evening and it was on live cable. He welcomed the Village of Ossining going on live. •I'l if Mayor Zegarelli read the notice of hearing to amend Chapter 62 of the General Code "Definition-Family" and asked if there was anyone present who would like to address the Board. Mayor Zegarelli stated that the reason why we are adding this amendment is to define and provide for the Zoning, Planning Boards, Building Inspector and other pertinent agencies of the Village the definition of a family. We have come across instances that have been a problem, he said. There are unlimited individuals who are living in houses which are in violation of our code and that re-defining what a family is will enable the Village authorities to properly monitor all changes in zoning. II. • I •r t No one appearing for or against the proposed amendment, Mayor Zegarelli moved, seconded by Trustee Timmings that the hearing be closed and action taken at the next meeting. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli read the notice of hearing to amend Chapter 62 of the General Code to establish the position of alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals and asked if there was anyone present who would like to address the Board. ill I ^ Mayor Zegarelli stated that the reason behind this is that the State has provided for the ability to have alternate members, especially on the Zoning Board of Appeals, whereby the State has delegated powers to the County in the form of a veto where the County can veto decisions of the Zoning Board. In order to over-ride the decisions of the County government representing the State, you need to have a majority plus one ! .'J "«n,. �-2of the entire Board if you have an absent member in order to overrule the County. This provision has been added on for a safety valve, said the Mayor. We want to be able to provide this safety valve. The alternate member will fill the vacancy of any Zoning Board member not present, so that the full body of the Zoning Board would be present at any given time to review and potentially over-rule the County's veto. No one appearing for or against the proposed amendment, Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Ceconi that the hearing be closed and action taken at the next meeting. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli read the notice of hearing on a proposal to j adopt a resolution pursuant to the provisions of Section 467 of the RJ Property Tax Law to exempt from Village taxes within the control of 1 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 as to occupancy, income, length of ownership and otherwise and asked if there was anyone present who would like to address the Board. No one appearing for or against, Trustee Timmings moved, seconde by Trustee Ceconi that the hearing be closed and a decision be made at the next meeting. Carried. Trustee Timmings moved to amend the regular order of business, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli stated that an item that was held over from the previous meeting pertaining to the insurance problem at the COC and the request made by the Center to have the Village provide $6000 of additional monies beyond what we contribute now to their budget will be addressed now. He stated that the Board discussed the matter and we have received information from the COC and its accountant. Trustee Ceconi stated that the COC is a worthwhile project, however, we requested a budget, but the only report received was an income sheet or statement of condition ending December 31, 1985. No budget was received. He stated that there was a lack of fiscal responsibility on this particular score. In looking at the balance sheet, a loan receivable was listed to one of the management level, said Trustee Ceconi. He inquired as to why there would be an asset on a balance sheet. He stated that the telephone bill for the year was $2891.61. This comes to $241 per month. Another item is $991.07 to the Town of Greenburgh. He assumes it is for taxes. He stated th« with this $6000 request, 16% of the total budget becomes the responsibility of North Tarrytown. Approximately $43,500 goes to salaries. Trustee Ceconi stated that he feels there should be a better accountii system if we are to approve these things. We are responsible to the voters and people of North Tarrytown. There should be something stipulated in the future so that we will have an opportunity to look at the numbers in order for us to make a better number. Trustee Timmings stated that he was able to talk to one of the members of the COC Board of Directors and we reviewed the financial report submitted. He stated that he thinks it is fair to say that their Board recognizes that what we have is a cash flow document for 1985. The point about the money paid to the Town of Greenburgh is �-3- -*7y for the sewer tax. Some of the other items acknowledged is due to the lack of an operating budget. With the problems we face in North Tarrytown, we will have to make sure any other organization that we support has a budget that they can bring before this Board in order to justify the amount of money they are requesting. ' , Trustee Galgano stated that we were informed that if North ! Tarrytown agrees to give $6000, Tarrytown would agree to pay $7000. I The Village of Tarrytown should be able to vote on its own initiative. i What we vote here, we do not vote for Tarrytown. If they want to give them the money, they can, she said. It should not depend on what we j vote tonight. i Trustee Mangieri stated that this is more emergency funding. By j granting them $10,000 a year without getting a detailed report was foolish. A stipulation should be made before the next fiscal year of * this Village that we obtain a detailed list from COC as to what they expect! from us. A detailed financial statement should also be obtain, he said. this is a reasonable request. i i Trustee Salman stated that he originally requested the budget. t He stated that they should be requested to supply us with the same J information that we requested the library to supply and proceeded to j move that the decision be set aside again until we get the information j we requested, but there was no second to his motion. j Mayor Zegarelli stated that when you sit as Mayor or a Trustee j at times you see various other agencies that follow the same rules we i have to. Despite it all, he stated that there are various social programs and benefits that the COC provides. This would be a one "shot" deal, said the Mayor. He stated that he talked to members of the COC Board that the insurance crisis be best abbreviated and alleviated for next year. Both Villages contribute almost 29% and the number goes up to 37% of the total budget. He suggested that they seek outside contributions and fund-raising programs. Mr. Harry Lewis, member of the Board of Directors of the COC, provided supplementary information. He stated that he met with Mr. Pilla and John Keels. A portion of the loan has been paid, he said. He stated that the COC has a $45,000 contract from the State Youth Diverting Program. Mayor Zegarelli inquired of Mr. Lewis as to how long they have been in operation and if in the 20 years indicated, any kind of accounting records were kept. Mr. Lewis stated that there are books, but they do not have a proper bookkeeper. Mayor Zegarelli stated that there does have to be accountable and financial discipline. He stated that we would like to believe, depending on the vote tonight, that we helped each other out, not because of a dislike or like for the COC. We want to make sure things are in order, he said. ', \ Y>,\ .< i « / , i 'V, ' \'J- �4 3o<; -4Mr. Donald Caetano, Lawrence Avenue, stated that the telephone bill is a high bill. He stated that the Board should accept Trustee Salman1 s motion. Mrs. Slater, a member of the COC, stated that they had a problem with the telephone usage, but it has now been corrected. The bills have been decreased in the last few months, she said. Mayor Zegarelli moved to appropriate the additonal $6,000 continge upon Tarrytown's contributing its $7000 under the terms and conditions we have discussed tonight and hold the Board of Directors accountable to validate and put into action in the efforts of straightening out the financial picture of the COC, seconded by Trustee Timmings. Trustee Timmings moved to amend the motion that the amount of $6,000 be transferred from Contingency Account, A1990 to A7989-COC, to cover the expenditure, seconded by Trustee Salman. Mayor Zegarelli polled the Board on the motion to appropriate the $6000 as follows: Trustee Timmings " Salman - Yes - Yes Trustee Mangieri " Galgano " Ceconi - Yes - No - No Mayor Zegarelli voted "Yes". Motion and amendment carried. Mayor Zegarelli asked if there was anyone present who would like to address the Board on any other matter. No one appearing before the Board, the regular order of business resumed. REPORTS Of COMMITTEES GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS Trustee Mangieri stated that the Economic Council will hold a meeting on November 17th. I ' MANAGEMENT & BUDGET Trustee Timmings reported that we continue to maintain a balance in the General Fund as of October 27, 1986. Trustee Timmings moved that action of the Treasurer in depositing a certificate of deposit in the First National Bank of North Tarrytow in the amount of $1,500,000 for 14 days be confirmed, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. Trustee Timmings stated that there is a bill on the warrant in the amount of $47,261.32 from Anderson, Olick, et al for legal fees in connection with the Gleason vs North Tarrytown Village officials, etc., and moved that this amount be transferred from Contingency acco AI990 to legal fees A1420, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. �s 7£ -5- Mayor Zegarelli stated that the amount of $68,000 has been spent thus far on legal defense in this case. This amount is not appropriated, said the Mayor. He stated that he would like the people of North Tarrytown to know that the amount of $68,000 represents 2% dollars on the tax rate for a type of legal case as this and what it is doing to the Village. He stated that he would like to believe that the Village's position will be upheld. Trustee "Timmings- stated that when the budget was prepared, a sum of money was placed in the Contingency fund to cover the police contract and teamsters contract which is presently being negotiated and moved that the stipulation be taken to review where we are and what will be the balance in cash in order not to make the budget wasted, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. Mayor Zegarelli appointed Trustees Timmings Village Administrator to help with the Treasurer revenues and projected expenditures for the rest appropriate mid-course corrections to our budget and Ceconi and the to review our current of the year and make at a future date. PUBLIC SAFETY In the absence of Trustee Williams, Mayor Zegarelli stated that steps are being taken to correct some problems in the alarm system. Counsel Ponzini stated that a conference on Human Rights was held on October 22nd in Fishkill whereby Chief Spota made a model presentation. He stated that it was quite an honor for our Chief of Police to be selected as the only law enforcement member attending the conference. Mayor Zegarelli stated that North Tarrytown's Community Relations Program was used as a model. Despite all the criticism we received, said the Mayor, we have been obviously recognized in law enforcement area by the Dept. of Justice. PUBLIC WORKS Trustee Salman reminded residents that the area around their receptacles is their responsibility. The sanitation department is not empowered to clean it up. We have received some complaints to clean it up. We have received complaints that owners of businesses are sweeping their sweepings into the curb which is in violation. Trustee Salman stated that hydrant flushing is in progress. Trustee Salman stated that he and the Administrator are talking about a new method of picking up garbage. A presentation will be made at a future meeting, he said. RECREATION & HUMAN RESOURCES Trustee Galgano reported "progress". Mayor Zegarelli stated that he has received a complaint that the senior citizens bus has curtailed its shopping schedule and referred the matter to Trustee Galgano and the Administrator. �-6MAYOR'S REPORT: Mayor Zegarelli stated that a meeting will be held regarding Duracell on November 5th in the Municipal Building at 7:30 P.M. The meeting will be open to hear various points from individuals who would want to add on to the information we have gathered this far. This meeting only covers the closure permit, he said. Mayor Zegarelli stated that on Thursday, November 13th, there will be two hearings, one at 3 P.M. and the other at 7 P.M. at the V.F.W. hall on Washington Street. Mr. Robert S. Drew, Chief Administrator Law Judge will preside. Mayor Zegarelli stated that Con Edison will work on the north I side of Beekman Avenue to install new lines. The project will last I approximately three weeks. We have discussed with Con Edison to minim! the length of time. Work will commence at 8 A.M. - 2 P.M.and will be working on Saturdays and Sundays and not Fridays. Mayor Zegarelli stated that we have been asked to provide input to the citizens reminding voters of the Environmental Quality Bond Act which will be on the ballot. Voter ^ have been requested to vote in favor of the 1.5 billion dollar Act. Mayor Zegarelli stated that there will be a work session tomorrow night with Judge Fitzgerald and Chief Spota. Mayor Zegarelli acknowledged a letter from the Phelps Memorial Hospital regarding alternate approaches for zoning amendments to the H. (Hospital) District. They are petitioning for a series of changes reflecting on future construction on the hospital property, said the Mayor. The matter will be referred to the Planning Board and Counsel for review and report back to the Board. Counsel Ponzini suggested an early date for a hearing. Mayor Zegarelli moved to authorize a memo to the Planning Board < regarding the matter, seconded by Trustee Timmings. Carried. ] Mayor Zegarelli noted a letter from the White House that our bill for expenses incurred while the President was in North Tarrytown was referred to committee. Mayor Zegarelli noted an application for taxi rate increase from Knapp-McCarthy and referred it to Counsel. COMMUNICATIONS Communication from Mrs. Kathryn Fries, Clerk, Town of Mt. Pleasanl requesting permission for the use of our premises for Election purpose! was read and on motion of Trustee Timmings, seconded by Trustee Salman permission was granted. Carried. �Communication from Rev. Louis Mazza, Administrator, Immaculate Conception Church, requesting the removal of a tree on the North Broadway entrance to the church was read and referred to committee. The Clerk informed the Board of a notice of claim from Mercedes Carlotta Robinson against the Village regarding injuries sustained to her at the Warner Library on July 28, 1986 and that she referred the same to our insurance carrier. Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Galgano that action of the Clerk be confirmed without prejudice. Carried. (The library is located in the Village of Tarrytown). Mayor Zegarelli noted the Chamber of Commerce Dinner honoring John Harbour and on motion of Trustee Salman, seconded by Trustee Timmings, a proclamation be issued in his honor. Carried. NEW BUSINESS Trustee Timmings moved to transfer from A1990.4 Contingency Account, the amount of $12,000; $6000 .to A1A10.0 and to A1325.1, $6000 effective June 1, 1986, seconded by Trustee Galgano. Carried. With regard to the hearing on the position of alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Ceconi that the following Local Law #3 of 1986 as follows: (in detail official minutes) Mayor Zegarelli reminded the Board and residents of the King George Birthday celebration on November 8th at the Philipsburg Restoration and urged everyone to participate. Trustee Timmings moved, seconded by Trustee Ceconi that the bills submitted on the General Fund and Water & Sewer warrants dated October 27, 1986 be paid after approval of 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 Ceconi moved, seconded by Trustee Timmings 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 Vlllaee of North Tarrytown at a regular meeting assembled and after published notice and public hearing do hereby ordain and enact Local Law #3 which amends Chapter 62 of the General Code of the Village of North Tarrytown as follows: 1. The position of alternate member of the Village of North Tarrytown Zoning Board of Appeals is established. There shall be twa (2) such alternate members. No person who is a member of the Board | Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytown shall be eligible for I membership as an xlternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals. I Alternate members 'of the Zoning Board of Appeals shall be subject ton all of the provisions of Chapter 62 of the Code of the Vlllaee of Korj Tarrytown, said rula* and regulations which empower and regulate the I eligibility of any member of the Zoning Board of Appeals. Alternate members shall serve in the absence, unavailability or inability of a regular member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to serve. Copies of notices shall be sent to all members, including alternate members. All alternate members are required to appear for all duly noticed meetings. When a meeting of the Board of Appeals shall be duly notic and called for discussion, if it shall become apparent that a regular member of the Board of Appeals will be unable to hear and deliberate upon an application, then an alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, at the call of the Chairman of said Board, shall be duly authorized to hear said application, to deliberate and to vote with full force and affect as if duly appointed a regular member of said Board. All alternate members of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Village of North Tarrytown shall be appointed for the same term and in the same manner as regularly appointed members of the Zoning Board of Appeals. I 2. Severability: If any provision of this local law shall be | held unconstitutional or invalid, in whole or in part, by any court < competent jurisdiction, such holding or unconstitutionality or invalj shall in no way affect or impair any other provision of this local li or the application of any provision to any other person or circumstai This Local Law shall take effect within the time prescribed by lav By Order of the Board of Trustees Adopted: October 27, 1986 Filomena Fallacaro Village Clerk � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes & Resolutions-1986 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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