https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/4581ae541840cdba6142ac345e000464.pdf e8e8ff4494d8b39cf13f0d13dac84d75 PDF Text Text I A Regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytown was held on Tuesday, May 18, 1993 at 8 PM. Present: Mayor Sean Treacy Nicholas Cicchetti Morris Alter Michael Hyland John T. Hayes, Jr. Trustees Also Present: William T. Regan, Village Administrator Donal M. Walsh, Jr. Village Attorney Absent: Steven Baderian Greg T. Jeffers Trustees Mayor Treacy called the meeting to order with a pledge to the flag. The Mayor asked that everyone remain standing for a moment of silence for Irene Callas and Robert Starr who passed away. Before starting the regular order of business, Mayor Treacy read a letter from the American Red Cross commending Police Officers Lombardi, Kiggins, Campbell and Bizzaro for their exceptional performance of duty concerning life saving measures. A representative from the Red Cross presented the four officers with certificates. Public Hearings Mayor Treacy read the attached public hearing notice regarding the placement of a stop sign at the intersection of Washington and Howard Street. Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Alter to open the public hearing, motion carried. A petition was presented to the Mayor from residents of that area regarding the placement of the stop sign, sign reading "Children at Play" and a rotted tree. Mr. & Mrs. Hamshari, Gary McClean and Or. Richard Sweet all residents of Washington Street were all in favor of this stop sign because of the constant speeding through that area. There being no further comments, Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee Cicchetti to close the public hearing, motion carried. Resolution #05-73-93 was then passed unanimously. Mayor Treacy read the attached public hearing notice regarding the proposed increase in the water rates. Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Cicchetti to open the hearing, motion carried. Dr. Sweet asked for an explanation of the tier system regarding water rates which Mayor Treacy explained. Dr. Sweet, Mr. McLean and Mario Belanich questioned the proposed increase in the water rates. Mayor Treacy commented that we are being charged almost double for the purchase of water from New York City and we are concerned about the future improvements in the water system. Gary McLean was not in favor of the tier system. He felt multifamily owners should not be charged more than single family. There being no further comments, Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Alter to close the public hearing, motion carried. Trustee Cicchetti commented there will be water filtration costs in the future and we should gradually build up a reserve. William Regan stated we are considering building a joint plant for filtration with Tarrytown. GM's water usage has been decreasing with the anticipated closing in 1995. Also, with the new lead mandates, we anticipate increased costs. Resolution #05-72-93 was unanimously passed. 1- �I Approval of Minutes Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve the minutes of April 29, 1993 as written; motion carried 5-0. Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Cicchetti to approve the minutes of May 4, 1993 with amendments. Mayor Treacy stated page one, paragraph four should read "twenty-four months", page 2, last paragraph the appointment of the Acting Village Justice took place at a special meeting on April 27th and was not a Mayoral appointment. On the last page regarding litigation matter, "to defend him" should read"to defend Trustee Hyland". Also on the last page Trustee Hyland stated he did not say the following "therefore, with regard to the lawsuit he felt that he was acting in the capacity of a Police Commissioner" and wanted this comment removed. A brief discussion ensued on the paragraph regarding the committee appointments. Trustee Hyland commented he only wanted the Trustees to discuss the proposed appointments and did not say that the Mayor should send out letters asking for resumes. Trustee Cicchetti commented that the minutes do not state anything about resumes. Motion carried 5-0. Approval of Warrants Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Hayes to approve the warrants and authorize the Treasurer to pay the bills, motion carried 5-0. Total of the General fund is $136,694.63 and the Water Department fund total is $2,341.42. Communications, Petitions and Requests Deputy Clerk read attached correspondence from the Fire Council regarding action taken at their meeting, Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve their actions/motion carried. William Regan read correspondence from George Hritz, President of Sleepy Hollow Manor Association opposing the proposed car wash to be constructed on Route 9 to the south of Philipsburg Manor Restoration. Mayor Treacy was in receipt of a letter from Superintendent of Schools, Donald Kusel regarding the renewal of the cable franchise agreement; will be discussed at the work session. Correspondence was received from Andrew O'Rourke with regard to the mortgage tax distribution to Westchester municipalities. The Mayor read correspondence from Metro North asking for any suggestions for changes in the train timetable schedule. They are trying to improve our train stops at Philipse Manor station. The Mayor received correspondence from NYS Department of Transportation regarding the rehabilitation of the pedestrian bridge over the railroad tracks. They are applying for a federal grant and feel that we are a good candidate for this grant. Mayor Treacy commented that the Board has discussed the Ancient Order of Hibernians request to close a portion of Beekman Avenue for their festival on July 11th. Trustee Hayes moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve their request, motion carried 5-0. Mayor Treacy received a letter from Mario DiFelice requesting his name be removed from the Parking Authority and Al Passariello requesting removal from the N.T. Housing Authority. Public Comments-Agenda Items Don Caetano commented that he was sorry to hear that two of our residents do not want to serve on committees. Frank Rizzi asked about the letters the Mayor sent to committee members. The Mayor responded the letters asked for background information. Dr. Sweet requested more information regarding Resolution #05-69-93. He suggested that the Village set up an escrow account if possible from any water fund surplus. -2- �^7 The Administrator commented that we are one of the communities who has failed to meet the test of the lead levels in the drinking water; when this happens a village must hire an engineer to make the corrections needed which the state is mandating. He gave a brief overview of what services the engineer will provide. Mayor Treacy stated that in order to set up an escrow fund, it would require a permissive referendum. There being no further comments, Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Alter to close this section; motion carried. Mayor's Report Mayor Treacy attended a NYS Conference of Mayors seminar for newly elected officials on May 8th. Discussion took place on new legislation, responsibilities and liabilities of elected officials, open meetings law, new changes regarding Planning Boards and consolidation of services. There is a bill before the legislature to freeze the special franchise taxes. There is a section of the law regarding changing the ratio of homestead to non-homestead. On May 10th the Mayor met with the Local Task Force regarding the future uses of the GM property and urban project funding which would be funded by the UDC. Mr. Blackstone of the UDC gave the guidelines that are needed to apply for these grants. GM representatives were also present. Discussion ensued on the selection of an Assessor, future environmental audit of the site by the DEC, etc. GM representatives expressed displeasure of the new law adopted by the Board regarding abandoned property. A Community Forum was held today at Marymount College with representatives from the State Task Force regarding the closing of the plant. A big concern is the future of the displaced workers. There are grant monies available for job studies, etc. On May 24th another Task Force meeting will be held to continue feasibility studies. Mayor Treacy proceeded with committee appointments: Architectural Review Board Elvira Aloia, Louis Falasca, James Nazemetz: Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee Cicchetti to approve the appointments; motion carried 5-0. Economic Development Advisory Council Chris Skelly, Harrison Moore, Joan Rose, Andres Valdespino, Patricia Oilman: Trustee Cicchetti moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve the appointments; motion carried 5-0. Electrical Board Eugene Cialini, Angelo Verdi, Ed McCarthy: Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Cicchetti to approve the appointments; motion carried 5-0. Environmental Council Stephen Kenney, Catherine Wolfe, Mario DiFelice: Trustee Cicchetti moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve the appointments; motion carried 5-0. Ethics Board Tim Coon, Sam Gittens, Marie Nicol, Fred Mauhs, Frank Ocahipintis Trustee Cicchetti moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve the appointments; motion carried 5-0. Fire Board of Appeals Thomas Square: Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve this appointment; motion carried 5-0. Handicapped Committee John Venuti: Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Cicchetti to approve the appointment; motion carried 5-0. �Library Board Michelina Hallie: Trustee Cicchetti moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve this appointment; motion carried 5-0. Parking Authority Frank Gallagher: Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Cicchetti to approve this appointment; motion carried 5-0. Police Surgeon Dr. Elio Ippolito: Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve this appointment; motion carried 5-0. Recreation Commission Jimmy Warren: Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee Hyland to approve this appointment; motion carried 5-0. Village Assessor Robert Balog: Trustee Cicchetti moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve this appointment; motion carried 5-0. Village Auditor Joseph DeMilia,Jr.: Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve this appointment; motion carried 5-0. Village Historians Mr. & Mrs. Theodore Hutchinson: Trustee Hayes moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve this approve this appointment; motion carried 5-0. Zoning Board-Mavoral Appointment John Morabito and Rhonda Hauhs Official Newspaper Daily News-Gannett Newspaper: Trustee Cicchetti moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve; motion carried 5-0. Official Depository of Funds First National Bank of North Tarrytown, Union State Bank and Bank of New York: Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve; motion carried 5-0 Police Chaplain Reverend Ronald Grant: Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve this appointment; motion carried 5-0. Official Rules of Procedure Roberts' Rules of Order: Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve; motion carried 5-0. Mayor Treacy commented that at the last meeting, a question was raised on the duties of the Board of Trustees. They may sit on the Board of Assessment Review, Board of Police Commissioners; Planning Board and the Board may act as the approval authority for a municipal development. Trustee Reports Trustee Alter reported that he attended a Life Savers Day at Phelps Memorial Hospital where those persons who participated in life saving events were recognized by Phelps. They also showed visitors the new MRI room and the newly renovated emergency room. Keith Safian told him the new medical office building is going to be built and the village will be receiving $50,000. in recreation fees. He congratulated Henry Atterbury for being honored by Andrew O'Rourke for his appointment to the Westchester County Urban Youth Council. The approval of the Tappan Zee Scenic District East is imminent. Trustee Cicchetti reported that a memo went out from the Police Chief to his officers regarding the problems that the residents of the Van Tassel have with noise, drinking, etc. -4- �*r Mayor Treacy was very pleased that the police department did not receive any complaints this past weekend from the residents. Trustee Cicchetti commented that there was a recent Public Officials Conference dealing with emergency preparedness. He would like to discuss this subject at the next work session. Trustee Hyland commented that there was no meeting of the Infrastructure Committee due to prior commitments of the other two trustees. Trustee Hayes will report on the Fire Committee when he meets with the Fire Chief and also report on the Library Committee after he attends that meeting. Administrator'£ Report William Regan reported that the repaving and sidewalk repairs are in progress. There is a problem with illegal dumping at the recycling center on River Street, therefore a fence is being erected to help alleviate this problem at night and on weekends. Anyone found dumping any non- recycable items will be prosecuted. The Administrator commented that there are grass recycling brochures available at Village hall; he asked that everyone keep their grass clippings on their lawns and not bag them because the Village will not be picking them up any longer. Senator Oppenheimer is sponsoring a meeting called the Road and Rail Review on Thursday, May 20th at 7PM at Mt. Pleasant Town Hall courtroom to discuss the present and future transportation needs of Westchester County. We are in the process of receiving price quotes for painting the ambulance corps interior and for a new floor; these are due on May 26th. He read the Prosecutor's Report for May and gave the holiday garbage pick-up schedule for the week of May 31st. Resolutions-Attached Old Business Trustee Cicchetti would like the Board to review the proposed local law regarding exterior pay telephones at the work session. New Business Trustee Cicchetti commented on a listing of health insurance for employees and retirees to discuss at the work session. The Mayor commented we will be meeting with our insurance consultants next week regarding a new insurance which is being offered by NYCOM. Mayor Treacy reported that there will be a street festival meeting on June 9th at 8 PM and any resident who is interested in helping is welcome to attend. Public Comments Frank Rizzi asked why there were no appointments to the Planning Board, Village Prosecutor and Plumbing Inspector; Mayor Treacy responded that there will be changes in the Planning Board law sometime in July and he will wait until these changes are made. We will be using our Village Attorney's office to prosecute cases in a way to save money. The Mayor commented he is waiting to appoint the Plumbing Inspector due to the fact that there seems to be too many master plumbers on the Plumbing board now and he wants to discuss this with the Board. He stated it is his intention of reappointing William Herlihy as Plumbing Inspector. Mario Belanich commented the bocci court is ready. He requested a list of Trustee committees ; the Mayor commented we will provide him with one. He asked if the local law " Numbering of Buildings" was adopted; Deputy Clerk responded that it has been adopted. Mr. Belanich asked that the Mayor let everyone speak who wishes to. The Mayor commented he was not aware that he was not doing so. 5 �Frank Occhipinti commented on the Hyland lawsuit. The Mayor and Trustee Alter stated that no comments could be made because it is a litigation matter. John Jadus of the Noise & Litter Task Force was very pleased with the police report regarding the complaint of the Van Tassel residents. He commented that there will be a meeting on May 27th. Miguel Jimenez congratulated the police on their control of the groups gathering on the avenue but commented that some officers are not doing their job and should comply with the Chief's order. Dr. Richard Sweet commented that there will be a CAC meeting on May 26th at 7:30 PM in the Court Room.Scenic Hudson would like to present a preliminary presentation to the Board of Trustees from the Architectural Department of the City of New York College. He suggested that with regard to the proposed ban against tattoo parlors, the fine should be very high. He asked for any minutes of the Task Force meeting; the Mayor commented that there are none but he would provide him with a brief synopsis. Don Caetano wanted to know where we would bring our recycables if we lost the County contract; he suggested the possibility of a surveillance camera at the recycling center during off hours. The Administrator stated that we would have to look into other vendors if that happened. A representative of the Rock of Salvation church commented on the importance of their church especially for the young people. There being no further comments, Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Alter to close public comment section, motion carried. There being no further business, Trustee Hyland moved, second by Trustee Cicchetti to adjourn the meeting, motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Angela Everett Deputy Village Clerk �Meeting Date: Resolution #: 05-18-93 05-69-93 Be It Resolved the Board of Trustees authorizes the Village Administrator to sign an agreement with Charles A, Manganaro Consulting Engineers for professional engineering services to comply with New York State and Westchester County regulations for the evaluation of alternatives for recommendation to the New York State Department of Health for the control of corrosion in the Village water system. Said agreement is for the sum of $6,900. MOVED: Trustee Hyland Meeting Date: Resolution #: SECONDED:Trustee Cicchetti VOTE: 5-0 05-18-93 05-70-93 Be It Resolved, that the Board of Trustees hereby endorses the use of Housing Implementation Fund monies to offset the infrastructure costs for the Affordable River Communities Housing, Inc. (ARCH) Immaculate Conception Affordable Housing Development; and Hereby states that the development known as the ARCH Immaculate Conception Affordable Housing Development will assist the Village of North Tarrytown in achieving its housing policy and goal to provide affordable housing; and Hereby states that the housing component of the project which provides for the development of six (6) units of affordable housing cannot be achieved without the provision of the aforesaid infrastructure improvements; and Hereby states that this housing will remain affordable for all subsequent purchasers through a deed restriction; and Hereby requests that the County of Westchester award a Housing Implementation Fund Grant to the Village of North Tarrytown in an amount not to exceed $110,000. for the construction of public infrastructure associated with the project known as the ARCH Immaculate Conception Affordable Housing Development located at 22 Depeyster Street in the Village of North Tarrytown; and Be it further resolved, the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute such an agreement on behalf of the Village of North Tarrytown, subject to the review of the Village Attorney. MOVED: T r u s t e e Hyland . flEC0N]PED8 Trustee Cicchetti 5-0 VQTB> Meeting Date: Resolution #: 05-18-93 05-71-93 Be It Resolved the Board of Trustees authorizes the mayor to sign an agreement with Donal Walsh, PC to provide services as Village Attorney. MOVED: Trustee Cicchetti SECONDED: Trustee Alter Trustee Hyland voted NO. VOTE: 4-1 �Meeting Datei Resolution #: 05-18-93 05-72-93 Be It Resolved the Board of Trustees adopts the following rates for water effective August 1, 1993 as follows: 1. For consumption from zero to 500 cubic feet, the charge is $7.50 per quarter; 2. For consumption from 501 cubic feet to 6,000 cubic feet per quarter, the rate is $14.25 per 1,000 cubic feet? 3. For consumption from 6,001 cubic feet to 15,000 cubic feet per quarter, the rate is $16.75 per 1,000 cubic feet; 4. For consumption in excess of 15,000 cubic feet per quarter the rate is $20.00 per 1,000 cubic feet. MOVED s Trustee Cicchetti Meeting Datet Resolution #: SECONDED ^Trustee Alter VOTE: 5-0 05-18-93 05-73-93 Be It Resolved the Board of Trustees adopts the Local Law Chapter 57 entitled "Vehicle and Traffic" Section 57-5 to include the designation of Howard Street and Washington Street as a Stop Intersection. MOVED: Trustee Hyland SECONDED ^Trustee Alter VOTE: 5-0 �• Meeting Dato: Resolution #: 05-18-93 05-74-93 Be It Resolved the Board of Trustees schedules a public hearing for the following proposed local law on Tuesday June 1, 1993 at 8:00 PM. The following is a proposed Local Law to amend this Code of the Village of North Tarrytown to prohibit tattooing in the Village of North Tarrytown except for medical purposes. SECTION I FINDINGS; It has been the experience of other municipalities that tattooing has led to increased cases of serum hepatitis. It has also been their experience that regulatory measures have proved ineffective in eliminating this health risk because of the inability to supervise tattooing establishments at all times. The Village of North Tarrytown also lacks the resources and personnel to supervise tattooing establishments on an ongoing basis. Accordingly, the Board of Trustees finds that in this Village as in other communities, a ban on tattooing except for medical purposes is the only feasible means of protecting the public against disease from this source. SECTION II FROHXPXTIQN ON TATTQQiyq? It shall be unlawful for any person to tattoo a human being within the Village of North Tarrytown except that tattooing may be performed for medical purposes by a person licensed or otherwise authorized pursuant to the Education Law to practice medicine or osteopathy. SECTION III This Local Law shall be effective immediately. MQVDtTruflf.Bfl Hylanri SECONDED: Trustee Hayes VOTE I5-0 �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 Tuesday, May 18, 1993 at 8:00 PM, Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, North Tarrytown New York, to hear and consider a proposed local law amending Chapter 57 entitled "Vehicle and Traffic" Section 57-5 to include the following: 20. The intersection of Howard Street and Washington Street is hereby designated as a Stop Intersection and a stop sign for vehicles proceeding eastbound shall be erected. 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. By Order of the Board of Trustees Angela Everett, Deputy Village Clerk May 3, 1993 �PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE VILLAGE OF NORTH TARRYTOWN PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytown will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 18, 1993 at 8 o'clock p.m. in Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, North Tarrytown New York to hear and consider an increase in the water rates effective August 1, 1993 as follows: 1. For consumption from zero to 500 cubic feet, the charge is $7.50 per quarter; 2. For consumption from 501 cubic feet to 6,000 cubic feet per quarter, the rate is $14.25 per 1,000 cubic feet; 3. For consumption from 6,001 cubic feet to 15,000 cubic feet per quarter, the rate is $16.75 per 1,000 cubic feet; 4. For consumption in excess of 15,000 cubic feet per quarter, the rate is $20.00 per 1,000 cubic feet. All taxpayers, residents and parties in interest are entitled to attend and be heard at said hearing. By Order of the Board of Trustees Angela Everett, Deputy Village Clerk Dated: May 7, 1993 �North Tarrytown, New York Fire Patrol Org. 1876 Focantlco Hook and Ladder Org. 1878 Rescue Hose Co. No. 1 Org. 1887 Union Hose Eng. Co. No. 2 Org. 1887 Columbia Hose Co. No. 3 Org. 1899 Charles DePtolo Chief Engineer John Morabito First Assistant Chief Richard Chulla Second Assistant Chief May 18, 1995 TO: Mayor & Board of T r u s t e e s FROM: Board of P i r e Wardens Dear Mayor Treacy & Board of T r u s t e e s : The P i r e Council wishes to inform you of the f o l l o w i n g a c t i o n s which were approved at our meeting h e l d May 18, 1993: Ambulance-13—Daniel Hayes, Todd Spota.and Michael Smutek were approved as members. Donald Landry was approved as a d r i v e r , . . .•••*. JJirjematically yj fUchard M. Chulla, Secretary 2ND A s s t . Chief Engineer � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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