https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/efdfde7e18a4a5aa0fcc53a85c5aca44.pdf b9475bd6154892dfeab64ef338755010 PDF Text Text A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytown was held on Tuesday, November 19, 1996 at 8:00 PM in Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, North Tarrytown, New York. Present: Mayor Sean Treacy Richard C. Sweet Morris Alter Mario DiFelice Jose Chevere Patricia Ramsey John T. Hayes, Jr. Also Present: Trustees Linda E. David, Village Administrator Janet Gandolfo, Village Attorney EXECUTIVE SESSION-7 PM Discussion ensued on the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program. Mayor Treacy called the regular meeting to order with a pledge to the flag. Before starting the regular order of business, Mayor Treacy presented a proclamation to Peter Conrad proclaiming November 19lh as Peter Conrad Day in the Village of North Tarrytown honoring him as a war veteran. Mayor Treacy stated that he would like to deviate a bit from the agenda and bring forth the LWRP resolutions at this time. He commented that he would like to read a few words about what this Local Waterfront Revitalization Program signals are read the following: This Local Waterfront Revitalization Program signals a new step in a positive direction for North Tarrytown. After years of planning, we have a well thought out document that addresses the needs of our community at this important time of change and rebirth for our village. The LWRP shows a new strong commitment by our village government to accept the challenges of our future with pro active planning that calls for a sound approach to economic development. Our LWRP has a" new vision for our under utilized waterfront. A vision that would expand our community by making our southwestern Hudson riverfront a vibrant new part of North Tarrytown both enhancing economic opportunities and improving our natural and cultural resources. �% Recognized land use planning considerations have been used in drafting this LWRP, it follows a consistent direction allowing multi-uses that improve public access to the riverfront, new businesses and housing. This LWRP will result in substantial economic benefits, preserve our environment and empower our community. This is a historic event, one that will be remembered in posterity. Tonight this Board can proudly say that we have insured that our children and families will live in a community that truly has a great future. He thanked the many people who worked on the LWRP through the years; Richard Sweet, Mario DeFelice, Donal Stever, Catherine Wolfe, Alberto DeCarvalho, Walter Ceconi, James Donovan, Ralph Gunderman, Diane Hegarty, Richard Weiss, Nicholas Cicchetti, Haig Bohigan, Sean Dugan, George O'Hanlon, Phil Keimig, Edmund Stocklein, Stephen Kenny, Patricia Tornello and Ron Greene. i Trustee Sweet wanted to thank Jeff Beach of the Department of State for all his time and effort in helping us to get this Local Waterfront Revitalization Program to itsfinalstage. Also, he wanted to thank Jeff Beach's boss, Loretta Simon, who came to our village several years ago to suggest to us that we might want to put this master plan in place. Jeff Beach gave a brief report on what this LWRP is going to do for North Tarrytown . Attached resolutions #11-180-96 and 11-181-96 were unanimously passed. The Mayor asked if anyone would like to speak on this. Robert Fedder of Cuddy, Fedder & Worby, lawfirmrepresenting General Motors commented that they totally support the adoption of the LWRP. He commented that for the record General Motors would like to express their hope and concern that the local laws that are proposed to implement the LWRP, will before they are adopted, have the benefit of further impact statement review, so that matters such as constraints on development, economic concerns, etc. will be considered before it is implemented. i Jim Galgano asked if the adoption of the LWRP changed the zoning of the waterfront property. The Mayor responded not until the board has a rezoning hearing in the new year will zoning be changed. George Hritz commended the Mayor and Board for adopting the LWRP and thanked Jeff Beach and Don Stever for all their work on this project.. PUBLIC HEARINGS-NONE I i �29f- APPROVAL OF MINUTES Trustee Sweet moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve the minutes of the Special meeting of October 29, 1996, motion carried 5-0-1 with Trustee Chevere abstaining. Trustee DiFelice moved, second by Trustee Sweet to approve the minutes of November 7, 1996 meeting with minor corrections, motion carried 6-0. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS Trustee Chevere moved, second by Trustee Alter to approve the warrants of the General fund for a total of $121,100.29 and authorize the Treasurer to pay the bills, motion carried 6-0; Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee DiFelice to approve the warrant of the Water & Sewer fund for a total of $ 4773.07 and authorize the Treasurer to pay the bills, motion carried 6-0; Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee Chevere to approve the warrants of the Capital fund for a total of $ 96,376.50 and authorize the Treasurer to pay the bills, motion carried 6-0. PUBLIC COMMENTS-AGENDA ITEMS Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee Sweet to open the public comment section, motion carried. There being no comments, Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee DiFelice to close the section, motion carried. RESOLUTIONS-ATTACHED OLD BUSINESS-NONE NEW BUSINESS Trustee DiFelice commented that we should look into the possibility of secession from the Town of Mt. Pleasant. BriarclifTis looking into this and perhaps we could get together with them. Brief discussion ensued. Discuss at work session. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Treacy commented that he went on a trip to New Jersey with the Wolfpack football team and cheerleaders this past weekend and had a great time. On Sunday he was part of a group that gave a presentation at a symposium called Signs of Life, Sounds of Action and Reviving our Hudson Riverfront, discussing plans for the future of our communities The Environmental Quality Bond Act has passed. We may be able to obtain funds for correction of the infiltration into the sewer system , parks and environmental restoration projects. 3 �TRUSTEE REPORTS Trustee Hayes reported the Library Board will meet on November 25th. Letters requesting contributions were mailed out. The November 13th meeting of the Fire Committee was canceled and has been rescheduled for January 3rd at 2 PM. He has not received the October Fire Chiefs report. Trustee Hayes read the attached Fire Council correspondence. Trustee DiFelice moved, second by Trustee Chevere to approve their action, carried. The Senior Coalition will meet on December 10th. At the last meeting Dr. Frazer from the Office of the Aging spoke and gave out pamphlets regarding Aim flam. Anyone having problems can call Westchester County Department of Consumer Protection at 285-2155. Trustee Ramsey commented that she is still waiting for the breakdown on the cost of the Halloween events before she can give herfinalreport. Trustee Chevere reported that they met with the owner of 100 College Avenue to discuss the illegal activities taking place in their lot, such as drugs and the congregation of youths. Detective Caixiero was also in attendance.There will be another meeting on Wednesday for further discussion on the situation. Mayor Treacy commented that at the meeting it was brought up to have College Arms amend their leases so that if someone is arrested and convicted, they can be evicted from their apartment. Trustee DiFelice commented that he attended the Senior Citizens' annual services at Holy Cross Church this Monday which was followed by lunch. Trustee Alter reported on upcoming Youth Outing trips for grades 4-12. He read the attached Public Works report. The Mayor commented that we will have a resolution on our next agenda to cover the parking meters for the holidays. Trustee Sweet read correspondence from Fran and Don Murray addressed to the Police Chief commending Officer Lombardi for his help recently directing traffic and assisting people when their daughter's wedding was taking place right after another wedding party was coming out of St. Teresa's church. (Placed in personnel file) �x?4> Trustee Sweet read correspondence from Joe and Lynn Guardino addressed to the Police Chief commending Officer Pellegrino for all his help when their daughter and boyfriend were stranded when their car broke down. (Placed in personnel file) ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT Linda David reported on the agenda for the Architectural Review Board meeting to be held on November 25th at 8 PM. She commented that there is no Planning Board or Zoning Board meetings for the month of November. The elevator project is moving along. Trees will be planted on Cortlandt Street this week. General Motors has informed us that in the next two weeks they will be using drill rigs to install wells around the perimeter of their property and the marshland for their environmental study. Mayor Treacy asked the Administrator to add the challenge grants from the Westchester County Arts Council to our work session agenda. COMMUNICATIONS, PETITIONS & REQUESTS Mayor Treacy read correspondence from the Gramonte/Perez family commending Officer Cappello and police department for their help when lightning struck their home at 34 Kendall Avenue causing a fire. They thanked the fire department for their quick response and help during this stressful time. They contributed $100. to the fire department. (Placed in personnel file) Correspondence from John Tucci of 21 Pine Street was received regarding a tree. Forwarded to Tree Commission. The Mayor received correspondence from Westchester Jewish Conference of Mayors regarding the wave of anti-Semitic graffiti that has been occurring recently in Mamaroneck and Rye and efforts to pass legislation to make bias related graffiti a felony. PUBLIC COMMENTS Trustee Ramsey moved, second by Trustee Sweet to open the public comment section, carried. Martin Kavicky of Kendall Avenue asked that the "Do Not Enter" sign be replaced now that paving is done, also to fill in the corners with more blacktop. Mayor Treacy read a letter from John Edwards asking that the Board consider having our zip code (10593) reinstated no matter what the outcome of the election is in December. Will discuss at work session in January. Jim Tierney asked about the cost of the special election. 5 �Jim Galgano asked about the Ferry Sloop agreement. Marc Arduino asked about the fee schedule for the ferry sloop. Vic Albanese asked whether the Ferry Sloop was a profit organization, Mayor responded it is not for profit. Chris Skelly commented that the passage of the LWRP was a great accomplishment for the village. Mario Bclanich objected to the four minute time limit. Don Caetano asked the Mayor to explain the reason for the four minute time limit. I Henry Steiner and Pat Munroe commented that they would like to invite the opponents the name change to a debate. Discussion ensued on whether or not the opponents would be interested. A resident in the audience complimented the Mayor and the Board on passage of the LWRP. Jim Tierney was not in favor of the name change. There being no further comments, Trustee Sweet moved, second by Trustee DiFelice to close the public comment section, carried. There being no further business, Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee Chevere to adjourn the meeting, carried. Respectfully submitted, Angela Everett Deputy Village Clerk • i �Mooting Date: 11-19-96 Resolution #: 11-180-96 STATE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW FINDINGS STATEMENT Pursuant to Article 8 (State Environmental Quality Review Act - SEQRA of t h e Environmental Conservation and 6 NYCRR Park 6 1 7 , the North Tarrytown Village Board of Trustees as lead agency, makes the following findings: N a m e of Action: Adoption of a Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) pursuant to the NYS Waterfront Revitalization of Coastal Areas and Inland Waterways Act (Article 4 2 of the NYS Executive Law); adoption of RF-Riverfront Development Zoning District, adoption of the R-4A One and Two-Family and Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District; adoption of a local law amending the Village's existing Architectural Review law by adding provisions for review and protection of historic structures on the State and National Registers of Historic Places; adoption of amendments to the Village's Zoning Regulations to give the Village Planning Board authority for issuance of Special Use Permits; various other related amendments to the Village's Zoning Regulations; and adoption of the Village of North Tarrytown Local Waterfront Revitalization Program Consistency Review Law. Description of Action: The North Tarrytown Village Board of Trustees and Mayor intend to adopt a Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) for the entire area within the Village of North T a r r y t o w n . The Draft LWRP has been prepared under guidelines established by the ^ e w York State Department of State and includes: (1) policies for use, protection, and development of the waterfront a r e a and actions and projects proposed to implement the LWRP and achieve its objectives. Upon subsequent approval by the NYS Secretary of State and w i t h concurrence by the U.S. Office of Ocean and Coastal Resources M a n a g e m e n t (OCRM), the adopted LWRP establishes applicable State and Local policies, proposed land uses and proposed projects for the entire area within Village. Please note change In Italics. �The proposed RF-Riverfront Development Zoning District would replace; existing zoning districts along the Hudson River. The new zoning district would afford priority to water dependent uses, achieve public access to the waterfront, control development, provide opportunities for permanent public views to the Hudson River, would provide standards for development in such a fashion so as to create a distinct waterfront district which would replicate an old Hudson River waterfront community image, and would implement the policies and purposes of the North Tarrytown LWRP. The proposed R-4A One-and Two-Family and Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District would replace the current M-Manufacturing Zoning District for the small area between Beekman Avenue, the Railroad Right-of Way, and east of Hudson Street. The Zoning District will make the existing uses in this area of the Village conforming uses and promote their continued existence into the future. The proposed amendment of the Village's Architectural Review Law will add provisions for review and protection of historic structures on the State and National Registers of Historic Places and will provide for the identification and designation by the Village Board of Trustees of historic structures and resources of local significance. The Village Zoning Regulations will also be amended to give the Village Planning Board specific authority for the issuance of Special Use Permits for specific uses in certain zoning districts. The proposed LWRP Consistency Review Law would establish procedures for determining the consistency of proposed actions with the North Tarrytown LWRP, would require a consistency determination for all Type I and unlisted actions in the Village's Waterfront Area, and provides for prosecution of violations of these requirements. Location: Village of North Tarrytown, Westchester County Date Final EIS Filed: October 2,1996 Facts and Conclusions in the EIS Relied Upon to Support the Decision: WHEREAS, the Village of North Tarrytown entered into a voluntary, cooperative agreement with the State of New York (Department of State) for the preparation of a Local Waterfront Revitalization Program pursuant to the provisions of the New York State Waterfront Revitalization of Coastal Areas and Inland Waterways Act and the U.S. Coastal Zone Management Act, for the land and waters within the coastal area of the Village of North Tarrytown; and �£ WHEREAS, the Village of North Tarrytown Conservation Advisory Council and Environmental Advisory Committee prepared and submitted to the North Tarrytown Village Board of Trustees a Draft Local Waterfront Revitalization Program and a Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement; and WHEREAS, in compliance with the New York State Environmental Conservation Law, Article 8 and these rules and regulations promulaged thereunder (6 NYCRR 617) hereinafter referred to as "SEQRA" the North Tarrytown Village Board adopted a Lead Agency Designation and issued a Positive Declaration and circulated the same to appropriate agencies and interested parties; and WHEREAS, the North Tarrytown Village Board as lead agency (hereinafter referred to as "Lead Agency") filed a notice of intent to prepare a Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (DPEIS) for the Draft Local Waterfront Revitalization Program. Such action is considered to be a Type I Action under SEQRA since it is a comprehensive resource management plan which proposes (places) policies* to guide future actions affecting the coastal area of the Village of North Tarrytown and specific actions to implement those policies, including adoption of a local consistency review law to govern Village actions in the waterfront area, municipal park improvements, provisions of additional waterfront related recreational opportunities, and various infrastructure improvements, rezoning actions, amendments to the Village's zoning regulations; and WHEREAS, the North Tarrytown Village as Lead Agency accepted the DPEIS as complete and Notice of Completion was filed and made to appropriate agencies and interested parties; and WHEREAS, three public hearings on the DLWRP and DPEIS were held on September 19,1995, July 23,1996, and September 17, 1996 by the Village of North Tarrytown Board of Trustees pursuant to legal notice, providing an opportunity for the general public to comment on the DLWRP and DPEIS; and Pleas* note change In Italics* Word in parentheses replaced with underlined word. �WHEREAS, the Lead Agency did consider the following items and issues, among others: - the inventory and analysis data identified in the DLWRP document; - The New York State Management Program Policies; - The current and proposed zoning of the land within-the coastal area of the Village; - The current and historic uses of the coastal area and the land adjacent thereto, and the relationship of such uses to the vitality and future of the Village; - The importance and significance for the Village's scenic resources and important view sheds, historic resources, fish and wildlife habitat resources, agriculture resources, and the desirable economic, social and aesthetic benefits produced for the Village by these resources; - The importance of natural and scenic resources protection for the continuing vitality of the Village and waterfront environment; - Initiation of various capital projects and regulatory measures associated with adoption and implementation of the LWRP, including rezoning portions of the Village's coastal area; - The coastal area boundary for the Village; and WHEREAS, the Lead Agency has identified possible environmental impacts of LWRP implementing upon local natural, institutional, economic, developmental, energy and social resources; and WHEREAS, the Lead Agency prepared a Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (FPEIS) to fully address any concerns raised throughout the DPEIS review process; WHEREAS, the Lead Agency determined the FPEIS to be complete and thereby filed a Notice of Completion on October 2,1996 and caused the Notice of Completion and FPEIS to be properly circulated; and WHEREAS, the Lead Agency held three public hearings on September 19,1995, July 23,1996 and September 17, 1996 concerning the matter of the Village Board's intent to adopt a Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) and ail of the related proposed local laws associated with the LWRP, as described herein; and �J? WHEREAS, the adoption of the LWRP, in itself, will not result in any immediate physical changes to any site within the Village; and WHEREAS, the LWRP is largely a policy document t h a t has no immediate impact on any site within the Village; and WHEREAS , the Village of North Tarrytown received responses and/or comments from the following federal agencies: U.S. Department of Commerce, Office of Ocean and Coastal Resources Management; U.S. Department of Interior, Office of Environmental Policy and Compliance; U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, Region I: U. S. Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, Region I I ; the following state agencies; NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services; NYS Department of Correctional Services; NYS Disaster Preparedness Commission; Dormitory Authority of the S t a t e of N e w York; NYS Education Department; Empire S t a t e Development Corporation; NYS Department of Environmental Conservation; NYS Executive Department, Office of General Services; NYS Department of Health; NYS Division of Housing and Community R e n e w a l ; NYS Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities; NYS Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Metro-North Railroad; NYS Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, Taconic Region; NYS Department of Social Services; NYS'Department of Transportation; NYS Division of Y o u t h ; Hon. Suzi Oppenheimer, NYS Senate and from the following other agencies and interested parties: Westchester County Department of Planning; John Cooney; General Motors Corporation, North American Operations; and General Motors Corporation, Worldwide Facilities Group, and WHEREAS, the aforementioned responses and/or c o m m e n t s have been made available to the public throughout the process for review, inspection and copying. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lead Agency finds that the North T a r r y t o w n Local Waterfront Revitalization Program would have beneficial impacts on the natural and man-made environment, and social and economic conditions in the Village of North Tarrytown; and �^ BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Lead Agency finds and determines, based on the entire record of the environmental review process, including all relevant State and Village Laws and records of Village bodies, as well as all correspondence received regarding the local coastal management planning process, that the North Tarrytown Local Waterfront Revitalization Program, and all of the related proposed local laws associated with the LWRP, are necessary to: • ensure that comprehensive local coastal program and consistent set of policies is adopted to guide use and development in the coastal area and to protect the quality of the Villages' coastal environment; • ensure the existing character of the Village and the economic vitality of the Village are maintained and enhanced as appropriate; • provide a comprehensive planning vision and sound basis for waterfront revitalization, development, promotion of certain uses, and protection of social, economic, natural, and scenic resources; • establish the basis to obtain funding for further coastal planning from Federal, State, and other sources and to assure these Federal, State, and other resources that the North Tarrytown LWRP is consistent with State and Federal programs; and • guarantee that local residents through local government, will continue to have control over actions in their community; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Board of the Village of North Tarrytown, serving as Lead Agency of SEQRA (purposes) proposes*. determines and decides that the adoption of the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program, and all of the related proposed local laws associated with the LWRP, as described herein, will have a significantly beneficial impact upon the coastal environmental and generally upon the Village of North Tarrytown and will enhance and protect the health and welfare of the residents of the Village and thus should be adopted; and i i Please note change in Italics. Word in parentheses replaced with underlined word. '-in \'«i I �BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Lead Agency, having considered the Draft and Final programmatic EIS, and having considered the preceding written facts and conclusions rely upon to meet the requirements of 6 NYCRR 617.11, makes the following certification of findings: • • • • The requirements of 6 NYCRR Part 617 have been met; Consistent with the social, economic, and other essential considerations from among the reasonable alternatives thereto , the action approved is one which minimizes or avoids adverse environmental effects to the maximum extent practicable; including the effects disclosed in the environmental impact statement; and Consistent with social and economic, and other essential considerations, to the maximum extent practicable, adverse environmental effects revealed in the environmental impact statement process will be minimized or avoided by incorporating as conditions to the decision those mitigating measures which were identified as practicable; and Consistent with the applicable policies of Article 42 of the Executive Law, as implemented by 19 NYCR 600.5, this action will achieve a balance between the protection of the environment and the need to accommodate social and economic considerations. MOVED: Trustee Ramse y S E C O N D E D : T r u s t e e Sweet V O T E : 6-0 Village Board of the Village of North Tarrytown Village of North Tarrytown Offices 28 Beekman Avenue North Tarrytown, New York 10591 Signature of Responsible Official Name of Responsible Official Title of Responsible Official Date �Meeting Date: 11-19-96 Resolution U: 11-181-96 WHEREAS, in 1988 the Village of North Tarrytown determined that it would be in the best interests of our community to prepare a Local Waterfront Revitalization Program; and WHEREAS, this Board of Trustees, as well as previous Boards, realize that there exists within the Village of North Tarrytown natural resources, property and unique historical riches which must be preserved, protected and developed for our own and future generations to enjoy and appreciate; and WHEREAS, we are proud to live in the Hudson Valley and share in the wonderful benefits the region has to offer, including the magnificence of the Hudson River; and WHEREAS, the Village of North Tarrytown established a Memorandum of Understanding with the New York State Department of State for preparation of a Local Waterfront Revitalization Program under the provisions of article 42 of the NYS Executive Law and its implementing regulations; and WHEREAS, a Draft Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (DLWRP) and related local laws and zoning amendments were prepared under the guidance of the Village's Conservation Advisory Council and Environmental Advisory Committee; and WHEREAS, a Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (DPEIS) was prepared for the Draft Local Waterfront Revitalization program in accordance with the requirements of Part 617 of the implementing regulations for Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law; and WHEREAS, a DLWRP, including all proposed local laws and zoning amendments, and the DPEIS were referred to appropriate local, county, state and federal agencies in accordance with State and Federal requirements; and WHEREAS, all meetings of the Village's Conservation Advisory Council and Environmental Advisory Committee were open to the public, and three public hearings were advertised and held by the Village Board of Trustees on September 19, 1995, July 23, 1996, and September 17, 1996 to receive and consider comments on the DLWRP, all proposed local laws and zoning amendments, and the DPSEIS; and �WHEREAS, a Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (FPEIS) was prepared, accepted and properly filed and distributed by the North Tarrytown Village Board of Trustees on October 1,1996; and WHEREAS, modifications were made to the Draft Local Waterfront Revitalfzatfon Program as called for In the FPEIS in response to comments received; and WHEREAS, all documents pertaining to the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program have been In the custody of the Village of North Tarrytown throughout the foregoing process and have* always been available to members of the public for review, Inspection and copying. NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of North Tarrytown Board of Trustees hereby adopts the SEQRA Findings Statement attached hereto and directs the Mayor of the Village to execute the Findings Certification thereon; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytown, New York, proudly approves and adopts the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program for the Village of North Tarrytown. MOVED: T r u s t e e SweqteCONDEDgrustee Ramspy VOTE: 6 "Q �Meeting Date: 11-19-96 Resolution*: 11-182-96 Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the Board of Trustees does hereby set December 1 1 , 1996 at 8:00 PM as a special meeting date to certify the results of the special referendum election to be held on December 10,1996. MOVED: Trustee Alter SECONDED: Trustee Chevere VOTE: 6^0 Meeting Date: 11-19-96 Resolution #: 11-183-96 Whereas the Board of Trustees has received a petition from Spruce Street residents to request alternate side parking regulations be enacted on both sides of Spruce Street, in addition a 15 foot no parking setback on both sides of Spruce Street at the intersection of New Broadway. Now, Therefore Be It Resolved that the Board of Trustees does hereby call for a Public Hearing on January 7, 1997 at 8:00 PM to amend the Vehicle and Traffic Code. MOVED: Trustee Sweet SECONDED: Trustee Alter VOTE:_&£ Meeting Date: 11-13-96 Resolution ff: 11-184-96 Whereas, the Board of Trustees has received a letter to install a 3-way stop sign at the corner of Holland and Gordon Avenue, Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the Board of Trustees does hereby call for a Public Hearing on January 7, 1997 to amend the Vehicle and Traffic Code. MOVED: Trustee Sweet SECONDED: Trustee DiFelice VOTE: & £ �Meeting Date: 11/19/96 Resolution #: 11/185/96 Be it Resolved that the Board of Trustees of the Village of North Tarrytown does hereby appoint the following Inspectors of Election in accordance with Section 15-116 (1) of the Election law to serve at the Special Election regarding the name change on Tuesday, December 10, 1996; these names are additions to the previous list, Marion Smith and Maryann Herlihy. They will be paid $130. each for the day. MOVED: Trustee Sweet SECONDED: Trustee Alter VOTE:6-0 Meeting Date: 11-19-96 Resolution #: 11-186-96 Be it Resolved that the Board of Trustees hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute the attached memorandum of agreement which directs the planningfirmof Frederick P. Clark Associates to commence work regarding the adoption of the re-zoning and special permit amendments as contained in the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program. MOVED: Trustee Sweet SECONDED: Trustee Alter VOTE: 6-0 �tf C\ F R E D E R I C K P. C L A R K A S S O C I A T E S , I N C . Planning/Development/Environment/Transportation Rye, New York and Southport, Connecticut David J. Portman, AICP Howard I. Reynolds, PE David H. Stolman, AICP 350 Theodore Fremd Avenue Rye, New York 10580 (914)967-6540 Michael A. Galante Joanne P. Meder, AICP VIA TELECOPIER & U.S. MAIL" . I r October 18, 1996 \ \ ! • ry-f \ ^ \ l Mrs. Linda E. David, Village Administrator Village of North Tarrytown 28 Beekman Avenue North Tarrytown, NY 10591 Subject: Proposal to Prepare and Implement LWRP-Proposed Zoning Changes Dear Linda: As per our discussion, we are pleased to submit this proposal to assist the Village in the preparation and implementation of new zoning regulations consistent with the recommendations of the Village's Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP). The proposed zoning changes will initiate a turning-point in the Village's development history which will permit the transformation of its waterfront Manufacturing District into a appropriate mixture of commercial, residential and recreational uses. SCOPE OF SERVICES Preparation of Zoning Amendments The scope of our zoning work will be limited to revising the zoning text and map amendments already proposed in Appendices A, D, E and F of the LWRP. More specifically, these zoning amendments are the following: Creation of a new RF-Riverfront Development Zoning District. Creation of a new R-4A One- and Two-Family Residence/Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District. Amendments to the Village's Zoning Code to create and/or amend regulations regarding Special Permit Approval by the Village Planning Board. Connecticut • (203) 255-3100 FAX • (914) 967-6615 Long Island • (516) 364-4544 �FREDERICK P. CLARK ASSOCIATES, INC. Planning/Development/Environment/Transportation Mrs. Linda E. David, Village Administrator Page 2 October 18, 1996 Amendments to the Village's Zoning Code to authorize the issuance of demolition permits. Amendments to the Definitions section of the Village's Zoning Code to include the terms "Demolition," "Demolition Permit" and "Building Permit." The zoning amendments recommended in the LWRP are fairly complete. It is not our intent to duplicate previous efforts; therefore we do not anticipate substantial revisions to these other than minor changes to improve organization, to eliminate inconsistencies with existing provisions in the Village Code, and to clarify or strengthen the proposed language. Most of our work will focus on the proposed RF-Riverfront Development Zoning District which is roughly 30 pages long in the LWRP and includes a number of permitted uses, review procedures and design standards which must be carefully reviewed. The cost estimate below is, however, based upon the assumption that the zoning districts which we will write will be closely based upon the recommendations in the LWRP without substantial divergence. State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Pursuant to the requirements of SEQR, the Village prepared a Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) to assess the potential environmental impacts of the adoption of the LWRP. The extent of analysis in the GEIS appears sufficient for the adoption of the LWRP given that the LWRP is largely a policy document that has little immediate impact on the value of property. Under the requirements of SEQR, subsequent actions carried out in conformance with the conditions and thresholds established in a GEIS are not subject to additional SEQR compliance. If the environmental analysts in the GEIS had been more extensive, the zoning amendments proposed in the LWRP could have perhaps met that standard. Unfortunately, however, the 12-page Draft Generic Environmental Impact Statement (DGEIS) is limited with respect to its analysis of the potential environmental impacts of the proposed zoning amendments. It is our recommendation that a more complete environmental analysis be conducted at this time for the proposed zoning amendments. The potential for litigation is much greater for the proposed zoning changes than for the adoption of the LWRP, given the financial implications which the proposed zoning changes could have for the owners of the General Motors site and other waterfront properties. In order to better withstand potential legal �FREDERICK P. CLARK ASSOCIATES, INC. Planning/Development/Environment/Transportation Mrs. Linda E. David, Village Administrator Page 3 October 18, 1996 challenges, we believe that it is imperative that the Village establish a firm foundation of environmental analysis prior to its adoption of the proposed zoning changes. We propose to prepare a Supplement to the Final Generic Environmental Impact Statement (FGEIS). The Supplement will include more comparison o\ the proposed zoning changes versus the existing zoning and more specifics regarding the potential environmental impacts of the proposed zoning changes. This analysis was not adequately addressed in the GEIS and should be performed prior to the adoption of the proposed zoning changes. We will also prepare a revised Findings Statement which incorporates the analysis «>i the Supplement to the FGEIS. Public Hearing We will also attend the public hearing on the proposed zoning amendments and Supplement to the FGEIS and will assist the Village Board in whatever way(s) it deems appropriate at the hearing. TIMING AND FEE Timing We are prepared to begin work on this project immediately upon receipt of your authorization to proceed. We estimate that we will be able to complete our preparation of the proposed zoning amendments and Supplement to the FGEIS within approximately 5 to 7 weeks. Fees We estimate that our total fees in connection with the scope of services described above will be approximately $7,500, plus expenses. If, however, the Village believes that the zoning amendments can be successfully adopted with a reduced level of environmental analysis than we are proposing, we would of course be happy to modify our cost estimate downward. �FREDERICK P. CLARK ASSOCIATES, INC. Planning/Development/Environment/Transportation Mrs. Linda E. David, Village Administrator Page 4 October 18, 1996 This work will be invoiced on the basis of our hourly charges plus expenses; in this manner, the Village will only be charged for the time and materials which we actually expend. The hourly charges which we will use will be the same as those for all of our other work in the Village. I The fee estimate above includes our attendance at a maximum of two meetings or hearings with the Village. Any work which the Village may ask us to perform which is outside of the scope of services mentioned above, such as our attendance at additional meetings or the revision of our originally submitted documents, would be in addition to the fee estimate above and would also be invoiced on the basis of our hourly charges plus expenses. If you have any questions with regard to this proposal, please let me know. We look forward to the prospect of assisting the Village with this important project. ^ery truly yours, David H. Stolman, AICP Executive Vice President Approved by: I Linda E. David, Village Administrator proposal\ppp6-006.ckm Date �9,0 3> N08TH TflRRVTOUIN FIA€ DCPflRTMCNT Fire Patrol Org. 1876 Pocantico Hook & Ladder Org. 1878 Rescue Hose Co 1 Org. 1887 Union Hose Co. No. 2 Org. 1887 Columbia Hose Co. No. 3 Org. 1899 . «DJtW . Lenny Rutigliano Chief Engineer Robert Moon 1st Asst. Chief Lenny Vogt 2nd Asst. Chief l To: Mayor and Board of Trustees From: Fire Council Date: November 15,1996 Re: Membership Change Please be advised that at a regular meeting of the Fire Council held on Tuesday November 12,1996 the following action was approved: Thomas Dedde residing at 305 N.Washington St. N.Tarrytown elected an active member of Columbia Hose Co. # 3. was Respectfully Submited Richard N.Gross,Secretary I �j^y PUBLIC WORKS REPORT NOVEMBER 19, 1996 Cortlandt Street was paved last Tuesday. Parking meters have been replaced on Cortlandt Street. The replacement of the slate with cement along Beekman Avenue has been completed. Tree work is continuing. The 50/50 sidewalk program has stopped for this season and will continue next spring. Leaf season is in full swing. We are picking up leaves everyday when possible. Halloween flags have been taken down. Christmas lights will be put up in a couple of weeks. REMINDER!!! DO NOT PUT BRUSH AND TWIGS IN WITH THE LEAVES. THEY MUST BE TIED IN BUNDLES BEFORE PLACING AT THE CURB. IF A TREE IS CUT DOWN ON YOUR PROPERTY, THE COMPANY WHO CUT THE TREE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR REMOVING IT. THE VILLAGE WILL NOT PICK UP THESE STUMPS AND BRANCHES. Sanders are being installed on our vehicles to get ready for the winter. � 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-1996 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/. Title A name given to the resource MINS_TRUST_1996-11-19 Subject The topic of the resource Board of Trustees Minutes-1996 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1996 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Village of Sleepy Hollow All Rights Reserved. Type The nature or genre of the resource Text