https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/2918986fd0fa9dc0b6df6b7ca193064b.pdf 1781716869211ee78192ab59ca855988 PDF Text Text H A r e g u l a r m e e t i n g of t h e Board o f T r u s t e e s of t h e V i l l a g e North Tarry town was held on January 17, 1989 a t 8:00 PM. Present: of Mayor Gandolfo Trustee Fudali Trustee Fine Trustee C i c c h e t t i Trustee Treacy Trustee Hyland Trustee Coon Also P r e s e n t : William T. Regan, V i l l a g e Administrator John J . Hughes, J r . V i l l a g e Attorney Mayor Gandolfo c a l l e d t h e meeting t o order with a p l e d g e t o the flag. P u b l i c Hearings Mayor Gandolfo s t a t e d t h a t t h i s was a c o n t i n u a t i o n of the s i g n ordinance hearing and t h a t t h e businessmen could comment on the r e v i s i o n s t h a t were made s i n c e t h e l a s t meeting. Several b u s i n e s s owners spoke with regard t o some of t h e changes t h a t had been made and t h o s e which t h e y f e l t s h o u l d be made. Among t h o s e who spoke were Linda Standley from Mobil, Mr. Aruj from Sunoco, Mr. Kahn from Tappan Motors and Mr. Bregman from Ross Hardware. Most of them f e l t t h a t t h e y needed more time to read t h e r e v i s e d ordinance and would hope that the Board w i l l g i v e them more time t o look over the next r e v i s i o n . Mayor Gandolfo commented that t h e Board w i l l meet with the Sign Committee and d i s c u s s some of t h e s u g g e s t i o n s and t h e n t h e Committee w i l l c o m p l e t e a n o t h e r d r a f t and c o n t i n u e w i t h t h e Public Hearing. The Mayor asked t h a t a motion be made t o c o n t i n u e t h e Public Hearing t o i n d e f i n i t e date; T r u s t e e Fine so moved, seconded by Trustee Fudali and c a r r i e d . Approval of Minutes T r u s t e e F i n e moved, s e c o n d e d by T r u s t e e Coon, t o a p p r o v e t h e minutes of January 3, 1989 with one minor c o r r e c t i o n ; r e s o l u t i o n c a l l i n g f o r M a i n t a i n e r of Alarms was seconded by T r u s t e e Cicchetti. Motion c a r r i e d 5-1 with Trustee Fudali a b s t a i n i n g b e c a u s e he was not present at t h a t meeting. Communications & Requests Mayor G a n d o l f o read a l e t t e r from Huppy's D e l i t h a n k i n g t h e P o l i c e Department and S g t . C a i x e i r o f o r s o l v i n g b u r g l a r i e s which o c c u r r e d in t h e i r s t o r e . (Copy of l e t t e r in S g t . C a i x e i r o ' s file). 1 �Mayor Gandolfo was in receipt of letter from Assemblyman Richard Brodsky, thanking us for our letter on recycling. A letter was received from Seymour Pollack suggesting that some thought be given to changing the name of Philipse Manor Station to the North Tarrytown station. Mayor Gandolfo read a letter to the Executive Director of the NYS Thruway Authority which was written by Tarrytown's Administrator, Michael Blau, supporting the proposed movable barrier on the Tappan Zee bridge. The Deputy Clerk read a letter from the VFW informing the Village that they intend to renew their retail liquor license. Mayor's Report Mayor Gandolfo reported that the Board will be accepting bids on 79 College Avenue. Anyone wishing to purchase this building can put in their offer before February 15, 1989 at 4:30 PM. A prospective buyer can look at the mortgage and the assessment in Village Hall. The Mayor reported that the redevelopment study being done by Halpern Associates is completed. They now want to go on further with a second phase which will show what specific ways to improve the Village. Mayor Gandolfo read Resolution #014/89 with regard to this second phase(resolution is attached.) Trustee Treacy, so moved, seconded by Trustee Fudali and motion carried after a brief discussion. The Mayor stated that disability retirement. Chief Richard Spota has filed for Administrator's Report William Regan reported that he met with the contractor who will be replacing Union Hose floor and work will begin sometime the first week in February. The Administrator stated that bids were received for two old village vehicles; 1973 Chevrolet Step Van; highest bid of $101. from Frank Anunziato and the highest bid of $1126. for the 1976 Ambulance cab and chassis from Brookfield. The Administrator stated that the Village is seeking a Maintainer of Alarms who would be responsible for testing one fire alarm each week to make sure everything is in working order, and maintaining the generator at Union Hose and the fire department in this building. The past contract was for $2600. a year and he stated that anyone with knowledge of electricity could make an offer to the Village. 2 �I The Administrator then announced the snow emergency streets again as a reminder for the next snowfall. Trustee's Eeports Trustee Fudali received a copy of a letter from a representative from Rains £ Pogrebin on behalf of the Municipalities in Westchester in addition to the labor coalition that was formed as a result of the municipalities who are interested in joining the MEBCO Health Insurance consortium. His letter was in response to many questions which had been raised with regard to the new plan. One of the concerns raised was how the future rates would be determined. The application of discounting or surcharging will be determined solely by the executive committee of MEBCO, but it would not be feasible to apply such a concept for at least three years. Municipalities were reassured that the level of benefits will continue through 1989. The decision to change the health insurance plan was not done until alot of thought, analysis, and research was done. Trustee Fine made a motion to confirm the action taken at the Board of Fire Wardens meeting held on January 10, 1989. John Daly placed on drivers list for Pocantico H&L, Lawrence Kosilla was transferred from active to associate membership rolls of Rescue Hose and a request from Columbia Hose to take Engine 87 and Chief's cars to Verplank parade on June 10, 1989. Mayor Gandolfo recommended that only the first and third action be confirmed and that the action taken on L. Kosilla be held off until a later date. Trustee Treacy seconded the motion and motion carried. Trustee Fine reported that the two K-9 dogs are too old and there will be mutual aid with Tarrytown until June 1, 1989. In the meantime, Lt. Brophy will be reporting back to the Board on the feasibility of a new dog. The new signs regarding no car repairs in parking lots will be erected soon. The Community Advisory Committee will be meeting on January 26, 1989 at 8 FM. Trustee Cicchetti reported that he has received the response from Metro-North regarding the communal parking lot. There are several items that will need to be discussed; such as lighting, the Village's financial contribution which must equal at least 50% of the project's capital cost; the initial appraisal must be done by us; parking to be restricted to residents and access from the parking area to Phil ipse Manor station. Trustee Cicchetti asked that the Board discuss this further at the work session to consider some other developments that we have in mind. 3 �b Trustee Treacy reported that the Village i s looking i n t o new l i f e insurance for our employees with the same l e v e l of coverage at a s a v i n g s of $2100. A new f e d e r a l law c a l l e d COBRA r e q u i r e s employers t o notify employees of t h e i r right t o continue health insurance coverage t h a t would be l o s t due t o t e r m i n a t i o n of employment for up t o 18 t o 36 months providing they pay for the coverage. Hopefully an agreement will be made with the Teamsters very shortly. The sign and awning program is showing progress; Lemac Drug Store is refurbishing their neon sign and awning and Tarry Inn will have a new awning shortly. Trustee Hyland reported that the new garbage schedule will be mailed out this week. He thanked the people for complying with the new rules especially the store owners. He stated that in a meeting with Safety Committee and the Police Chief they have discussed the issuing of summonses if the ordinances are not complied with. Letters to be sent out to owners of stores and apartments notifying them of this fact. Trustee Coon reported that the Warner Library has presented a pre-budget for 89-90 for $453,000. plus. North Tarrytown will be responsible for paying $176,750. towards the operating costs. Skating at the Tarrytown Lakes are open, weather permitting. There are several upcoming events during February? adult volleyball,Ice Capades Trip,Seniors Valentine Day Dance, and St.Patrick's Day party,Circus trip and Easter Egg Hunt in March. There are also many recreational activities coming up during the winter and spring months and people interested can call Recreation Department. Data collection is anticipated to be completed by February 10, and once the information is keypunched, residents will receive the data cards in April and can respond if there is any problem. Mayor Gandolfo asked that everyone stand for a moment of silence for Trustee Cicchetti's mother who passed away last week. Public Comments Dr. Richard Sweet stated that our application for County grant for 1989-90 has been approved. Dr. Sweet also mentioned that he received correspondence from Mr. Boghard of the Department of Environmental Facilities stating that on November 18, 1988, President Regan signed into law an act which bans the disposal of sewage sludge into the ocean after December 31, 1991; beginning in August of 1989, Westchester County will be charged a fee for every ton of sludge which is disposed of in the ocean. The County is embarking on a study to find out what can be done to dispose of this sludge. 4 �I Mr. Galella asked that they approach General Motors for a possible donation towards fixing Devries field. The Administrator stated that we are in the process of putting together a grant request from GN. The Recreation Superintendent has taken three or four contractors to the field and they are coming back to him with what they feel needs to be done regarding drainage which seems to be the biggest problem? and then we will put together a package for GM to consider. He also asked about the status of the non-conforming apartments. Mayor Gandolfo responded that the Code Enforcement officers are checking this, and after the reassessment is done, inventory will be taken and the Board will see what will be done. He also asked about the status of Duracell, which the Mayor replied is being dismantled from inside right now. Ms. Scipioni asked about the status of their request for changing the no parking ordinance on Bedford Road, and Mrs. Cycz commented that there is a problem in front of her house with gas pipes of some sort, which would cause problems if cars were allowed to park on that side. The Mayor responded that the Acting Chief is still checking into this matter. Mrs. Belanich asked about the K-9 dogs again and Mayor Gandolfo responded by reminding her what Trustee Fine had stated in her report. Mr. Caetano asked about the status of the old Ross building and about the new health insurance plan that the police are objecting to. The Mayor stated that the status of the building is something that the owner could answer and that the Village has already switched to POMCO as of January 1, 1989. There being no further comments, the Mayor closed the public comment section. Resolutions #013/89: RESOLVED: That, the Board of Trustees does hereby authorize the Mayor to execute the contract with the New York State Office of the Aging to obtain a $12,000. Grant-in-Aid for Senior Citizens Services. Trustee Coon moved, seconded by Trustee Treacy and carried 6-0. RESOLUTION #014/89: ATTACHED #015/89: RESOLVED: That, the Board of Trustees does hereby amend Sections 57(8) and (9) of the Vehicle and Traffic law, as follows: 5 �57-8(0) No Parking on the vest side of Anderson Avenue from its intersection with Tappan Avenue to its intersection with Gordon Avenue on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10; 00 AM to 12 Noon. 57-9 (B) (3) No Parking on the east side of Anderson Avenue from its intersection with Tappan Avenue to its intersection with Gordon avenue. Trustee Hyland so moved, seconded by Trustee Fine. After a brief discussion, notion was carried 6-0. #016/89: Be it resolved that the Mayor and Board of Trustees do hereby approve the sale of the Village owned 1976 Silverado ambulance cab and chassis to the highest bidder Brookfield Auto Wreckers for the sum of One Thousand One-hundred Twenty-six Dollars ($1126.) Trustee Coon so moved, seconded by Trustee Fudali and motion carried 6-0. #017/89: Be it resolved that the Mayor and Board of Trustees do hereby approve the sale of the Village owned 1973 Chevrolet Step Van to the highest bidder Frank Anunziato for the sum of One Hundred One Dollars($101.). Trustee Hyland so moved, seconded by Trustee Coon and motion carried 6-0. Old Business Trustee Treacy commented that the Chamber of Commerce did not pay for Tarrytown's new Christmas tree lights as he had previously reported. New Business Trustee Fudali commented that the Board members received a letter from Senator Oppenheimer stating that on December 15 there was a hearing in White Plains by the NY Legislature regarding radon contamination and she asked municipalities for their input on this problem. He has asked the Senator's office for a copy of the results of the hearings be sent to us. Mayor Gandolfo reported the next work session will be held on January 24 at 8PM and the next board meetings will be the first and third Tuesdays in February. The Mayor also reported that our newly elected Congresswomen, Nita Lowey will hold a Town meeting on January 23 at 7PM in Village Hall board room. All members of the public are invited to attend. Approval of Warrants Trustee Hyland made a motion to approve the warrant and authorize the Treasurer to pay the bills, seconded by Trustee Fine. After a brief discussion on the bills, motion was carried 6-0. 6 �733 Executive S e s s i o n None Adjournment There being no f u r t h e r b u s i n e s s , t h e Mayor adjourned t h e m e e t i n g . R e s p e c t f u l l y submitted, Angela E v e r e t t , Deputy Clerk 7 �RESOLUTION // 1/0] 4/89 WHEREAS, it is the objective of the Village Board of the Village of North Tarrytown to undertake programs which will address certain physical and economic deficiencies in portions of the community; and WHEREAS, Article 15 of the General Municipal Law of the State of New York grants to municipalities the rights and power to correct such conditions, factors and characteristics and to eliminate or prevent the spread of deterioration through replanning, reconstruction, rehabilitation and conservation of such areas; and WHEREAS, the Village Board on August 26, 1988 entered into a multi-stage agreement with the Halpern Development Company, Inc. which provides for the preparation of studies and plans and, subject to a number of requirements, the possibility of an action program for improving conditions in such areas; and WHEREAS, in the carrying out of the said agreement the Halpern Development Company, Inc. engaged the consulting services of Parish & Weiner Inc. a professional planning firm with long experience in the studies of the types of areas defined under Article 15 of the General Municipal Law; and �WHEREAS, Parish & Weiner transmitted to the Village a report dated December 1988, titled Survey of Physical and Economic Conditions Proposed Redevelopment Area which report has been officially received and reviewed by the Village Board; and WHEREAS, the report finds that an area described on a map titled Proposed Redevelopment Area Boundary meets the definition of Section 502, subsection 4 of Article 15 of the General Municipal Law for areas within which the contemplated activities may take place in that there exists within that area: a substantial number of structures with physical problems beyond those which can be treated through maintenance or routine repairs; and there exist a number and variety of environmental deficiencies which adversely affect the area; and the area has not generally experienced sound economic growth; and WHEREAS, the Village Board has reviewed this report in the light of their extensive personal knowledge of conditions in the area described in the report. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Village of North Tarrytown hereby finds that the area defined on the attached map entitled Proposed Redevelopment Area Boundary meets the definition of subdivision four of section Five Hundred and Two of Article 15 �of the General Municipal Law and is hereby designated as an area appropriate for the activities defined in subdivision three of Section 502 of the said law; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor, Village Administrator and Village Attorney are hereby requested to coordinate with the Halpern Development Company, Inc. in the carrying out of next steps under the August 26, 1988 agreement with the Village Board. MOVED: Trustee Treacy SECONDED: Trustee Fudali VOTE: 6-0 �� 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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