https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/a7da5430af18da30b3ba6348c4b372d5.pdf 0d392d6c7b239873d5329cece9b3acdb PDF Text Text A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held on Tuesday, June 19, 1990 at 8:00 PM. Presents Mayor Gandolfo Trustee Treacy Trustee Alter Trustee Cicchetti Trustee Rey Trustee Marren Also Present: William T. Regan, Village Administrator John J. Hughes, Jr., Village Attorney Mayor Gandolfo called the meeting to order with the pledge to the flag. Public Hearings Mayor Gandolfo read the attached public notice regarding proposed amendment to expand the ARB from five to seven members. There were no public comments, therefore Trustee Treacy moved to close the hearing, second by Trustee Marren and motion carried. The Mayor read the attached notice regarding proposed increase in the electrical application fee. George Tilley, an electrician from Irvington, stated that this proposed amount of $200. was more than any other village. The Administrator stated that we are making this fee uniform with the plumbers fee. Louis Falasca also felt that this was too high. The Administrator stated that there seems to be some confusion over this fee; it is for the initial application fee, the renewal will stay the same. Angelo Verdi,member of the Electrical Board, commented that most electricians were confused by the notice and thought it was the renewal fees that would be increased. Deputy Clerk entered into the record a letter from Schultz Brothers objecting to the increase. There being no further comments, Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Treacy to adjourn the hearing to the next meeting, and motion carried. Mayor Gandolfo read the attached notice regarding reciprocal licenses for plumbers. 1 �I Trustee Marren stated that this hearing came about as a result of the Finance Committee's review which showed electricians and plumbers do not have the same benefits. Mayor Gandolfo received a letter from the plumbers union who voiced their objection to this proposed amendment. They asked that it be put off. Trustee Treacy spoke to many plumbers and they are very much opposed also. Some towns have very lax requirements and it is not a good idea to allow plumbers from other towns to work here. George Tilley commented that the electricians must meet the requirements specific towns. Trustee Marren asked why plumbers shouldn't be allowed reciprocal licenses if electricians are. Angelo Verdi commented that electricians go by a state wide code and Board of Fire Underwriters, plumbers are governed by each local code. There being no further comments, Trustee Treacy moved to close the hearing, second by Trustee Alter and motion carried. Communications,Petitions & Requests The Deputy Clerk was in receipt of a letter from the Immaculate Conception Church requesting permission to hold their annual bazaar in August. Trustee Treacy moved to grant permission, second by Trustee Marren and motion carried. Refer to Public Works Department. Mayor Gandolfo was in receipt of a request from Pocantico Hook & Ladder for a trophy case. This will be discussed at the next work session. Tarrytowners & Proud of I t has requested a donation for t h e i r annual fireworks d i s p l a y ; Trustee Hyland moved t o donate $1000. second by Trustee Marren and motion c a r r i e d . As a follow up t o the o i l s p i l l from Tappan Motors, the Building I n s p e c t o r has written t o our c o n s u l t i n g e n g i n e e r s asking them for t h e i r recommendations r e g a r d i n g t h e g a s s t a t i o n s whose f l o o r d r a i n s are connected t o the s a n i t a r y s e w e r s , storm d r a i n s , e t c . The Mayor was i n r e c e i p t of a l e t t e r from t h e S l e e p y Hollow Family F e s t i v a l Committee i n v i t i n g us t o a meeting on June 26th. Trustee Marren w i l l attend, The Mayor received a l e t t e r from t h e I t a l i a n - A m e r i c a n Independent Club of Beekman Avenue thanking her f o r making i t p o s s i b l e for them t o remain i n t h e i r club rooms. A l e t t e r was received from D e t e c t i v e Piedimonte informing us t h a t t h e Youth Court Graduation has been r e s c h e d u l e d f o r June 27, 1990 a t 7:30 PM at the Warner Library. 2 �The Mayor has received the results of a public participation survey for public meetings from NYCOM. The Mayor received an invitation from City of Yonkers to attend a meeting on June 25th at 9:30 AM to help plan community events for the Drug Free County week, February 4-9, 1991 which has been declared by the County Executive. A letter from David and Allison Murphy of 67 Pocantico Street was received calling attention to the increased traffic and excessive speed on that street and has requested 2 way stop signs. This will be referred to the Police Committee. The Building Inspector stated that Robert Barstow Architects have determined that the fire damage to Sleepy Hollow Restaurant is less than 50%, therefore does not have to go before the Zoning Board. Trustee Marren stated that the figure for this damage seems too low and should be rechecked. A status update on the MEBCO plan was received. Public Comments Chick Galella commented that the appointment of Gabriel Hayes to Police Chief should not have been done during executive session. Village Counsel stated that this was not true and it is legal. Trustee Treacy stated that in the Open Meeting Law it states that regarding matters of employment, the Board is allowed to go into executive session to discuss these matters and vote. The only exception is a vote to appropriate public which funds cannot be done in executive session. Mr. Galella asked if diagonal parking would be included when the sidewalk program starts? The Mayor stated that when the study was done by the County, it was decided it was not advantageous. Mr. Galella asked if GM has been issued a certificate of occupancy with regard to their loading vehicles by rail. The Mayor answered yes and commented that $52,000. has been received for the building permit. Dr. Richard Sweet stated that in spite of the fact that there is no agreement between the assessors and the experts, there will be an increase in the amount of money that is paid over in lieu of taxes, therefore he has urged the school and now is urging us to go to GM with Counsel and suggest that they make a contemplated payment on the basis that the unit is completed and they are using it now. PILOT is not a tax, it is an agreement. 3 �George Til ley addressed the board with regard to the bid maintenance of street lighting. He urged the board not the resolution to go out to bid again. He gave dissertation on his qualifications and felt that since submit the lowest bid, he should be awarded the bid. for the to pass a long he did Mario Belanich thanked the Board for putting public comments earlier in the meeting and also asked the meeting be adjourned before going into executive session. He asked about the Duracell status. The Mayor commented that there was a slight snag due to the fact that wanted to use the crushed concrete as fill and the Building Inspector stopped them, also Trustee Treacy commented that the on site removal is nearing completion and the soil in other areas will be removed soon. He asked about the Halpern status. The Mayor stated that there will be a meeting on June 26 at 7 PM and they will be presenting a new proposal to the Board. He asked why the no parking signs in the Manors have been removed? Trustee Hyland commented that he has seen these signs up on many streets. The Administrator will check into it. Mrs. Belanich expressed concern over the cars that park at the corner by the Lemac drugstore. When they back up to get out, it is dangerous, also the stop sign should be moved closer to Beekman Avenue. These suggestions will be referred to the General Foreman. She asked if it were possible for the school crossing guards to have radios in case of emergencies. She commented that the n NO U Turn" signs are missing on the Avenue. She also brought up the problem of the shopping carts all over town, Trustee Hyland stated that someone from the Grand Union is picking them up every day. Much discussion took place on the proposed new taxicabs. Mrs. Warren stated that there is a need for more cabs and she has signed petitions stating this and that people should have a choice. Also, Ollie Snead spoke on behalf of the new cabs and stated that Knapp McCarthy does not always answer their phones and when they do, there is a long wait. Mr. Sheldon, manager of Knapp McCarthy taxi, stated that the two occasions Mrs. Snead spoke about, it was bitter cold and raining; that is when they receive many calls. Village Counsel stated that Mr. Valcarce has submitted a income tax return which shows no net income, but he will be reviewing their profit and loss statement. Arthur Litt, attorney for Mr. Valcarce, stated that it is a conflict of interest having a policeman start a taxicab company. He submitted an affidavit from a person who was picked up by Sleepy Hollow Taxi even though they have not been issued a taxi license yet. 4 �<rt John Stiloski called stating that it was a livery service not a cab who picked up this person. James Warren also addressed the Board stating the cab in question has livery plates and that it is a livery service regulated by the state and not the Village and if there are any violations, summonses will be given. Joe Valcarce felt livery and taxi were the same. Mr. Kadelac commented it would be a conflict of interest. Don Caetano asked if the trees which were planted last year on Lawrence Avenue that are not blooming could be replanted, if the broken slats on the benches could be replaced and commented that at coffee break time there is no reason for all trucks to congregate at the same place and that their breaks too long. There being no further comments, the Mayor closed the public comment section. Mayor's Report The meeting next week with our Assessor Bob Balog, Superintendent Meehan and the Town's Assessor to discuss the new GM facility has been postponed. The Operation Clean-Up Walking Patrol will be kicking off on June 28th between 8:30-9:00 PM in front of Village Hall after the meeting of the Task Force. Trustee Alter stated that on June 28th at 8PM we are hosting Hazard Gillespie and all other village officials have been invited. The Mayor stated the specs for the sidewalk improvement program will be available after June 26th and the bids are due July 10th. Administrator's Report The Administrator made recommendations to the Board for changes to the village code; no double parking ordinance, consider lowering the speed limits on streets adjoining Beekman Avenue from 30 miles/hour to 15 or 20 and to add a penalty for not having a dumpster permit. These to be discussed at work session. The truck repair bids will be opened on June 28, 1990. The Village Attorney and the Administrator will be reviewing the towing bids which were received, one was for a lump sum amount and the other is a reimbursement rate per tow. Trustee Alter asked if we could include no parking on sidewalk to our list of changes to our code. Trustee Treacy reported that several merchants in the Tarrytowns have become alleged victims of fraud by a company who have promised them deals through the purchase of discount coupons. 5 .*•*"' �Nothing has happened and the merchants are unable to contact this company. Detective Caixeiro has contacted the Assistant District Attorney's office and the County will be prosecuting the company. Last week they met with representatives of the Beekman Avenue Beaut if ication program and went over the plans and the bids; work should begin two to three weeks after the bid is awarded and approximately four months till completion; he also gave an update on the project. Negotiations with the municipal employees union and the PBA are continuing. Trustee Alter reported that on Thursday, the Recreation Superintendent will speak to the students at WI explaining our summer activities, the summer camp program, will not be jeopardized by the outcome of the budget vote, camp starts July 2, Dad's Club Allstar game will be held on June 26th, free outdoor concert will be held on July 3rd at Morse school, Devries field is slowly improving with the help of our employees. Trustee Cicchetti reported the Finance & Administration Committee met to discuss the possible local law establishing a merit award committee and asked that the Board review his proposed local law and discuss at the next work session. The census is on the last reach out phase; forms "Were You Counted" will be available at various locations. They need a place for Bureau of Census people from 10AM-7PM for two weeks to reach the largest group that they have not been able to reach. The COC was suggested as was the fire department in Village Hall or Union Hose. Trustee Rey reported that the several fireman are going to the convention to double check on equipment and they are seeking to replace one of the units and he will follow up with a detailed report at the next meeting. He and Trustee Marren met with Mr. Capozza regarding the employees parking lot lease and they should be finalizing that agreement soon. Trustee Hyland was in receipt of letters to Sgt. Ferguson from the faculty and students at WI school thanking him for participating in their Law Day program. On the Code Enforcement, several houses on Cedar Street were inspected and several violations found, violations on Clinton Street still exist, violations found on Continental Street, reinspected 22 New Broadway, apartment still being rented. The Village Prosecutor's report shows that several owners have been fined for their violations. Trustee Hyland then read the resolutions which are attached. Trustee Hyland reported that the Police Committee reviewed the taxi issue and felt that based on the population, there is not a need for more taxicabs in the Village. 6 �I IS Trustee Cicchetti spoke t o a Tarrytown o f f i c i a l who stated that according t o a taxicab association, there should be one cab for every 1000 people. A f t e r more d i s c u s s i o n by t h e t r u s t e e s , V i l l a g e Counsel recommended that he meet with the Police Committee and prepare in writing the reasons for the decision that i s made whether the number s t a y s the same,whether i t ' s more or l e s s and i f more information i s needed, they w i l l t r y t o g e t i t . If the information i s not available, i t will be noted in the record that s t a t i s t i c s were unavailable and a written recommendation w i l l be presented t o the Board. Trustee Marren asked about the issue of code of e t h i c s . Village Counsel stated that they usually ask the Attorney General for an opinion on matters of t h i s type. Trustee Marren reported that the Retail Expansion Committee met and she has called the GM plant manager of about the p o s s i b i l i t y of having local merchants deliver food t o the workers there and t o contact the merchants who might be i n t e r e s t e d in providing t h i s service. T r u s t e e Marren w i l l be a t t e n d i n g a W e s t c h e s t e r B u s i n e s s Partnership kick off meeting t h i s Thursday at Pepsico which w i l l be hosted by Andrew O'Rourke. She and Trustee Rey toured the f a c i l i t i e s i n t h e V i l l a g e and found that at the Croton Pump station, the Scot Air Pak tank had e x p i r e d and would l i k e t h i s brought t o the a t t e n t i o n of the foreman of the water department. Trustee Marren made a motion that a commendation be put into John Vydareny's personnel f i l e for the topographical survey work he i s doing in connection with the Devries f i e l d , second by Trustee Alter and motion carried. Trustee Treacy s t a t e d that he should be one of the f i r s t employees considered for the merit award. Old Business The Zoning Board w i l l meet on June 20th, work s e s s i o n on June 2 6th and the ARB on June 27th. Trustee Cicchetti moved, second by Trustee Treacy t o suggest to the ARB t h a t t h e y request Mr. Rodrigues to take down the marquee at the Strand Theatre. Trustee Marren asked about the status of the p o l i c e v e s t s . The Administrator stated Lt. Hayes was working on i t now. She also asked i f there i s any ordinance on the books regarding employees l e a v i n g v i l l a g e cars at the garage when they go on vacation. The Administrator stated that he f e l t t h i s was not n e c e s s a r y and there i s no place to l e a v e c a r s w h i l e they are away. If the f i r e department i s taking their cars t o a parade or convention, they request permission. Continued d i s c u s s i o n ensued. 7 �I New Business Trustee Marren commented that on the Halpern consultant fees, the Village should be paying the bills and we should set up an escrow account; the Administrator stated that we are doing this. Approval of Warrants Trustee Hyland moved to approve the warrants and authorize the treasurer to pay the bills, second by Trustee Cicchetti. After a brief discussion on the payment to William Moulton Insurance and telephone bills, motion carried. General fund amount $321,716.64 and the Water Department fund $2,268.93. Trustee Hyland moved to adjourn the meeting and move into the meeting of the Board of Directors of 79 College Avenue to approve the audit, second by Trustee Cicchetti and motion carried. (Minutes in the 79 College Avenue Minute Book) Public Comments Mr. Kavicky of Howard Street asked when the cave in at the Kendall Avenue Extension will be repaired. Referred to Public Works committee. He also asked if the Village could secede from the Town of Mt. Pleasant. The Mayor stated that state law requires that the whole town must vote. The County Board of Legislators must vote to put it on the ballot and it never reached the ballot. Mr. Kavicky questioned the application before the zoning board for a three family house. Trustee Hyland stated it is already a three family house but was never put on the books. Trustee Treacy moved to adjourn to executive session to discuss litigation involving Chief of Police, second by Trustee Marren and motion carried. Executive Session John Hughes, Jr., Village Attorney, explained the recent lawsuit initiated by Lieutenant James Brophy regarding the appointment of a provisional Police Chief. Discussion followed. Trustee Treacy moved to adjourn back to regular session, second by Trustee Cicchetti and motion carried. There being no further business, Mayor Gandolfo adjourned the meeting. Respectfully submitted, Angela Everett Deputy Village Clerk �Meeting Date: 6/19/90 Resolution #: 6/063/90 Be I t Resolved, the Board of Trustees rejects a l l bids for Street Lighting Maintenance services and authorizes the Administrator to re-bid t h i s contract. MOVED: T r u s t e e Hyland SECONDED: Trustee C i c c h e t t i VOTE: After a b r i e f d i s c u s s i o n r e g a r d i n g the performance bond, T r u s t e e Treacy moved to t a b l e t h e r e s o l u t i o n u n t i l Counsel reviews t h i s and w i l l g e t back t o t h e Board w i t h f u r t h e r i n f o r m a t i o n , second by Trustee Marren and motion c a r r i e d 6-0, Meeting Date: 6/19/90 Resolution #: 6/064/90 Be I t Resolved, the Board of Trustees awards t h e c o n t r a c t for Maintenance and Repair of Alarms and Traffic s i g n a l s t o Domenic J . Morabito, 26 Church S t r e e t , Tarrytown, N. Y. for the t o t a l sum of $15,600. Said c o n t r a c t effective July 1, 1990 t o June 30, 1991 and Further Resolved, the Mayor i s authorized t o sign a contract with Domenic J . Morabito for these services subject t o compliance with condition s e t f o r t h in the Bid Specifications. MOVED: T r u s t e e Hyland SECONDED: Trustee Treacy VOTE: 6-0 Meeting Date: 6/19/90 Resolution #: 6/065/90 Be I t Resolved, t h e Board of Trustees approves a five p e r c e n t s a l a r y i n c r e a s e for the Village Justice effective June 1, 1990. MOVED: T r u s t e e Hyland SECONDED: Trustee C i c c h e t t i VOTE: 6-0 �Meeting Date: 6/19/90 Resolution #: 6/066/90 Be It Resolved, the Board of Trustees approves the Mayor's appointment of Ted Forgo 37 Hudson Terrace, New York to the position of Sanitation Man effective June 27, 1990 at a probationary annual salary of $25,436. Said appointment is subject to the approval of Westchester County Civil Service Commission and the results of a Physical Examination and a probation period of not less than twelve nor more than twenty six weeks. MOVED: Trustee Hyland SECONDED: Trustee Rey VOTE: 5-0 A brief discussion ensued. Meeting Date: 6/19/90 Resolution #: 6/067/90 BE IT RESOLVED, The Board of Trustees approves the promotion of Charles DePaolo to the position of Motor Equipment Operator at an annual salary of $29,621. effective June 27, 1990. Said promotion is subject to the approval of Westchester County Civil Service Commission, and a probationary period of not less-than twelve nor more than twenty six weeks. MOVED: Trustee Hyland SECONDED: T r u s t e e Cicchetti A brief discussion ensued. VQTE; 5-0 �^ Public notice Village of north Tarrytown PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytown will hold a Public Hearing on June 19, 1990 at 8s00 PM at 26 Beekman Avenue, North Tarrytovn, New York to hear and consider a proposed amendment to Chapter 18 "Electrical Code*' Section 18-20A fees as follows: A. A fee for a license as an electrical contractor shall be two hundred dollars ($200.), which sum shall be paid by the applicant to the Village Clerk at the time of staking application. The remainder of Section A remains the same. A copy of said local law is available in the office of the Village Clerk. All taxpayers, residents and parties in interest are entitled to attend and be heard at said hearing. Dated: June 13, 1990 By Order of the Board of Trustees Angela L. Everett, Deputy Village Clerk yr~~ �m I i PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF NORTH TARRYTOWN PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytovn will hold a Public Hearing in the Municipal Building, 28 Beekaan Avenue, North Tarrytown, New York on Tuesday, June 19, 1990 at 8:00 PK to hear and consider an awendaent to Chapter 45, Sanitary Code Article II, Section 45-17 Fees as follows to add: (NEW) C. A plujt±>ing contractor who is a bona fide holder of a certificate of registration or license duly issued to him by soae other municipality in the 6tate of New York shall be entitled to a license for plumbing work upon filing with the Pluicbing Inspector a certified copy of said certificate of registration or license issued by the Plumbing Inspector to plurri-ers, and upon payment of fee of fifty dollars ($50.) , and shall be renewed by January 1 of each succeeding year on the payment of fifty dollars ($50.). All applications for reciprocal licenses must be reviewed, and all reciprocal licenses Bust be approved by the North Tarrytovn Examining Board of Plumbers. All taxpayers, residents and parties in entitled to appear and be heard at said hearing. By Order of the Board of Trustees June 13, 1990 Angela E v e r e t t , Deputy Clerk interest are �Public Wotie* Village of North Tarrytown Please Take Notice that the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytown will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 19, 1990 at 8:00 PM at the Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, North Tarrytown, New York to hear and consider an amendment to Chapter 6-2 (A) expanding the Architectural Review Board from five (5) to seven (7) members. A copy of said local law is available in the office of the Village Clerk. All taxpayers, residents and interested parties are entitled to attend and be heard at said hearing. Dated: June 13, 1990 By Order of the Board of Trustees Angela L. Everett, Deputy Village Clerk �I. OF WESTCHESTER AND PUTNAM COUNTIES, INC 480 North Broadway • Yonkers, New York 10701 President EDWARD KLAPP, JR. Secretary-Treasurer RICHARD COZZA Executive Director PATRICIA PLOEGER June 15, 19 90 To: ALL PLUMBING CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Due to the recent surge of publicity plumbing license, we thought it only that a joint committee of management ly forking on a draft of a licensing regarding a county fair to inform you and labor is currentlaw. Our original idea was to achieve a consensus of management and labor, and then to circulate that draft to all Plumbing Code Enforcement Officers before submitting that draft to the Westchester County Board of Legislators. Although that planjhas been superseded by the publicity generated by forces outside thr; industry, we would like to follow up on our original concept. We will contact you shortly with our draft so that we can present this jointly conceived law to the county. Very truly yours, Frank Duffy, Chairman Plumbing License Committee Telephone (914) 376-1090 • Fax (914) 376-1092 «*Sg8fr8w �SCHULTZ BROTHERS, INC. LICENSED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS 190 LAFAYETTE AVENUE N. WHITE PLAINS. NEW YORK 10603 (914)9464360 June 13, 1990 Board of Trustees Angela L. Everett, Deputy Village Clerk Village of North Tarrytown 28 Beekman Street North Tarrytown, New York 10591 Dear Sirs, I respectfully request that this letter be read and entered at your June 19th meeting. As an electrical contractor in Westchester County for the past twenty years, we are required to hold licenses in each municipality. We currently hold twenty eight (28) licenses and reciprocal licenses throughout Westchester, Putnam and Connecticut. This is no longer a small cost but an annual major expense that grows each year. I feel your proposed increase to $200 proposes a hardship to me and all small contractors throughout Westchester. Sincerely, Peter R. Schultz V �<IZ- , ^ On Friday, June 22, 1990 at 2:00 PM a Public Opening of Bids for *2>* providing a Super VHS System took place in the Municipal Building at 28 Bee km an Avenue, North Tarrytovn, Hew York. Present: William T. Regan, Village Administrator/Clerk Frank Anzovino, Village Treasurer The following bids were received and opened: Willoughby VIP 110 West 32nd Street New York, New York 10001-3403 Colortone 76 South Central Ave. Pte. 9A Elmsford, NY 10523 Video C o r p o r a t i o n of America 7 V e r o n i c a Ave. PO Box 54 8 0 S o m e r s e t , NJ 08875-5480 I Angela Everett Dputy Village Clerk Mo Bid No Bid $10,554. Bid Bond $527.70 � 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-1990 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. 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