https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/fc8df9be1ed610e058767bc5b4e9570d.pdf 9df536c901912f0e01e11e387d9f0049 PDF Text Text 33 O I A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow was held on Tuesday, January 7,1997 at 8:00 PM in Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York. Present: Mayor Sean Treacy Morris Alter Mario DiFelice Jose Chevere Patricia Ramsey John T. Hayes, Jr. Also Present: I Absent: Trustees Linda £. David, Village Administrator Janet Gandolfo, Village Attorney Trustee Richard Sweet Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee Hayes to open the meeting, carried. Mayor Treacy called the meeting to order with a pledge to the flag. Public Hearings Mayor Treacy read the attached public hearing notice regarding amending Chapter 57 entitled "Vehicle & Traffic", Section 57-6. Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee DiFelice to open the public hearing, motion carried. Mayor Treacy read the attached petition. Comments from Chick Galella, Archie McLarty, Ken Ross and Don Caetano were made regarding the hours of the alternate side and the effect on tenants on that street. I Mayor Treacy moved, second by Trustee Ramsey to amend the notice to reflect alternate sides be from 8AM-12PM, carried. Mayor Treacy read the attached public hearing notice regarding amending Chapter 57 entitled "Vehicle & Traffic", Section 57-5 and Section 57-7, motion carried. Trustee Ramsey moved, second by Trustee DiFelice to open the public hearing, carried. Frank Rey commented that there is already one stop sign at the corner. Mayor Treacy commented that we will add only two signs to that corner. 1 �There being no further comments, Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee Ramsey to close the hearing, carried. Approval of Minutes Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee DiFclicc to approve the minutes of December 3,1996 as written, motion carried 5-0. Trustee Hayes moved, second by Trustee Chcvere to approve the minutes of the meeting of December 11,1996 as written, motion carried 4-0-2 with Trustees DiFclicc and Ramsey abstaining. Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee DiFclicc to approve the minutes of the meeting of December 17, 1996 with minor correction/addition, motion carried 5-0. Approval of Warrants Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee DiFelice to approve the warrant of the General Fund for a total of $78,409.37 and authorize the Treasurer to pay the bills, motion carried 5-0. Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee Chcvere to approve the warrant of the Water & Sewer fund for a total of $ 24,269.43 and authorize the Treasurer to pay the bills, motion carried 5-0. Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee Hayes to approve the warrant of the Capital fund and authorize the Treasurer to pay the bills for a total of $ 79,585.96, motion carried 5-0. Public Comments-Agenda Items Trustee DiFelice moved, second by Trustee Ramsey to open the public comment section, carried. Mr. Galella asked why the Eagles was not a voting district anymore. The Mayor explained that he had received numerous complaints about the lack of parking there. Frank Rey asked about the legal bills with regard to the Brophy hearing. There being no further comments, Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee Chevere to close the public comments, carried. Resolutions-Attached Old Business- None New Business-None �33^ Mayor's Report ^ Mayor Treacy reported that he, Linda David, Henry Atterbury and a consultant from Hastings Design group met in Poughkeepsie regarding the ISTEA grant. We will be receiving a $200,000.00 grant for the Riverfront Park. Our agreement with General Motors for the option to purchase the GM salary parking lot on Beekman Avenue has been extended until December 1,1997 which will give us more time to discuss what can be done with this lot. Mayor Treacy commented that the Arthur Anderson study suggestion was the creation of certain amenities that would attract tourists such as a museum. The Hudson Valley Children's Museum is interested in this site. With regard to the LWRP zoning amendments, we have been working with Frederick P. Clarke Associates, Donal Stever and General Motors for the past months. General Motors is in favor of the rezoning. The Mayor read the summary of the fourth quarter of 1996 report regarding OSHA activities of the of the cleaning up of the GM plant. He commented that GM should have a master plan within 6-9 months. Trustee Reports Trustee HAyes reported the Library Board will meet on January 23rd. Linda David sent the library a letter regarding the information they had requested recently. The library is in need of a new boiler. So far they have just been repairing it. It will cost approximately $28,000. 00 to purchase a new one. They have received grant information from Sanjay Shah and would like him to visit the library to see what they might need. The meeting that was scheduled to be held with Father Mazza and Chick Galella has been rescheduled for January 23rd. He attended the SOS luncheon on December 11th but will be unable to attend any future meetings or luncheons due to the fact that he will be starting a new job. Trustee Hayes reported that the January 3rd meeting of the Fire Committee was cancelled and will be rescheduled. He read the Fire Chiefs report for November and read the attached correspondence from the Fire Council. 3 �Trustee Ramsey reported that the NY Times had an article this past Sunday regarding the wonderful people in the Village of Sleepy Hollow. She commented that there was a nice article in the Gannett paper today regarding one of our public works employees, Chuck DePoalo, who is devoting his time to the TNT baseball organization. The NY Times also had an article which rated the Tarrytown school district #5 in the County which is at the top of the scale. She commended the Superintendent and staff for a job well done. The Tourism Committee will meet on January 13th at 7:30 PM. Trustee Ramsey reported that the tourist map and brochure are into its final proofing. Trustee Ramsey reported that the Old Dutch Church will be celebrating their 300th anniversary. Sleepy Hollow Society will meet on January 23rd at the Restoration at 8 PM. A representative from General Motors will be there. Anyone is invited to attend. Trustee Chevcrc reported that he and the Mayor attended a meeting with the tenants of College Arms on December 19,h at Union Hose. He thanked Detective Ferguson who gave a class on how the tenants can protect themselves especially during the holiday season. The residents were made aware of the efforts of the Board in trying to help the people and improve the area. Trustee Chevcre commented that the residents expressed support for the proposed fire zone in the College Arms parking lot. Trustee Chevcre commented on a disturbing situation that occurred at the Hispanic church on Sunday. Trustee DiFelice commented that we need to clarify the parking situation in front of General Motors; there should not be meters in front of GM but there should be meters on Cortlandt Street where the loading zone was. Trustee Alter reported on several youth outing ski trips that will be taking place, line dancing will take place every Tuesday at the General Motors Training center, the after school program has been very successful; for information on the new adult gym schedule call 631-2450. �Trustee Alter read the attached public works report. Administrator's Report Linda David reported on the Zoning Board agenda for January 15 th , the Planning Board agenda for January 16,h and the ARB agenda for January 22nd. All meetings are held at 8 PM. Communications, Petitions & Requests Deputy Clerk read letter from B. Joseph Lillis addressed to Joe DeFeo requesting sidewalk repairs in the Spring and commending him for the great job he has done in street repaving. (Placed in personnel file) Mayor Treacy read communication from Jennifer Anderson of Historic Hudson Valley congratulating him on all his efforts and support of the name change and that they are looking forward to working with the Mayor and the Board in way they can. The Mayor commented that he has received communications regarding the name change from all over the country as well as many clippings. Brian DeLoatch of Daily Herald in Chicago wrote an article regarding the name change as well as Walter Shrank in Illinois who writes for a hometown paper. A donation of $100. 00 to help with the expenses of the name change has been received from a resident, Meyer Nathans. Correspondence from a former resident, John J. Sinnott was read in favor of the name change. Mayor Treacy read a petition from residents of Briggsville requesting that the Briggsville area be put on the list for repaving in the Spring. Public Comments Trustee Alter moved, second by Trustee Ramsey to open the public comment section, carried. Chick Galella had comments regarding the special election that was held on the name change. Chief Lenny Rutigliano commented on the three letters that were written to the Mayor and Board regarding the appointment of the Code Enforcement Officer. John Korzelius also commented on the Mayor's appointment of the Code Enforcement Officer. �A discussion regarding the appointment of the Code Enforcement Officer ensued between some members of the Are department, the Mayor and a couple of trustees. Richard Gross gave his reasons on why he should have been appointed CEO. Susan Paolantonio commented that people on Pocantico and Elm Street do not curb their dogs and asked if anything could be done. The Mayor commented that it is difficult to issue summonses unless the person is caught at the time it is happening. He will ask the Chief to have his officers watch that area more closely and perhaps we could pave the grassy areas. i Jim Ticrncy commented parliamentary procedure should be followed at meetings. Steve Scrina commented on the eight meters on Beekman Avenue near his place. The Mayor commented that they will be removed. There being no further comments, Trustee DiFelice moved, second by Trustee Alter 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 6 �336 i PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 7, 1997 at 8:00 PM or soon thereafter at Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York to consider amending Chapter 57 entitled "Vehicle & Traffic" Section 57-6 by adding alternate side parking on both sides of Spruce Street and amending Section 57-7 by erecting a 15 foot "No Parking" setback on both sides of Spruce Street from the intersection of New Broadway. i copy of proposed law is available in the office of the Village Clerk. 1 taxpayers, residents and parties in interest are entitled to be heard at said hearing. By Order of the Board of Trustees Angela Everett, Deputy Clerk Dated: December 23, 1996 i �WE THE UNDERSIGNED RESIDENTS OF SPRUCE STREET REQUEST THAT THE VILLAGE REVIEW AND ACT UPON THE FOLLOWING PROPOSALS. ! . In the interest of public safety, we request a 15 foot no parking set-back on both sides of Spruce Street, from New Broadway eastward. When vehicles are parked at the lower end of Spruce Street, it is impossible for drivers to see cross traffic on New Broadway. There have been two near misses at this intersection and the potential exists for a possible serious collision. Further, in winter when the street is snow covered, drivers must accelerate in order to negotiate the steep incline. Autos parked at the bottom of Spruce pose a hazard for those attempting to%climb the hill. 2. In order that Spruce Street be properly swept on the scheduled day of the week, we request that a four hour parking restriction be enacted for the entire hill. This would permit tHe'^STSfcmprtrr—lu upuiaxe witnout negotiating through an obstacle course of parked vehicles. 3. Some residents of Spruce Street recall an unwritten agreement, where-by all vehicles were removed from the street during snow storms. Not only did this arrangement facilitate the removal of snow, but also eliminated the . possibility of accidents between parked autos and Village equipment. Every residence on Spruce has adequate off street parking capability which should be utilized during snow storms. We propose that an ordinance be enacted, restricting parking on the hill whenever snow removal is necessary^. During the storms of l^ys, residents were forced tcTshovel^the sides of the street as parked cars prevented the plows from clearing the hill. We are sure that it is not the policy of this Administration to require residents (some in their 70s and 80s) to remove snow from a Village thoroughfare. (Y <5bMJC--Q Q ' - ^ c / £ -ZWi/ccC --7~> Af,7~ �I Residents with driveway access on Spruce Street. Name MtJvJ^E Oc$ C 0 Name Name (11 Myv"* _ fl\v"x» <*}/I/(&s/jg ~~> f?/?fW/? 7^ /C/fi>Q ^fia^fi^c/7 Name .."yT ^ fs£~<~* Y [?fi<?/?P-C*S? y *S<*-j Grt^i^y �^ c \ PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 7, 1997 at 8:00 PM or soon thereafter at Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy HOIIQW, New York to consider amending Chapter 57 entitled "Vehicle & Traffic" Section 57-5 to install three (3) stop signs at the intersection of Holland and Gordon Avenue; one at the southeast corner of Holland and Gordon Avenue facing south, one at the southwest corner of Gordon and Holland Avenue facing west and one at the intersection of Gordon and Holland Avenue on the north side of Gordon Avenue facing east. Ail taxpayers, residents and parties in interest are entitled to be heard at said hearing. By Order of the Board of Trustees Angela Everett- Deputy Clerk Dated: December 23, 1996 �2fo Meeting Date: 01-07-97 Resolution #: 01-01-97 Resolved: That, Voting machines be used in the forthcoming Village Election on March 18,1997. MOVED: Trustee Alter SECONDED: Trustee Hayes VOTE:_&£ Meeting Date: 01-07-97 Resolution*: 01-02-97 Resolved: That, the Village Clerk be authorized to publish and post the proper Election Day notices and purchase the necessary supplies. MOVED: Trustee Ramsey SECONDED: Trustee Hayes VOTE: & £ Meeting Date: 01-07-97 Resolution #: 01-03-97 Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the Village of Sleepy Hollow does hereby amend the salary in the resolution promoting Richard Gross to Water Maintenance Worker I from $42,807.86 to $43,207.86. MOVED: Trustee Alter SECONDED: Trustee Ramsey VOTE:_5=Q Meeting Date: 01-07-97 Resolution #: 01-04-97 Whereas, four different proposals have been submitted and reviewed by our consultant, Hastings Design and Whereas, Hastings Design recommends the award be made to the lowest responsible bidder, Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the Village of Sleepy Hollow awards to McLaren Engineering ($3,200) a contract to perform a hydrographic survey for the Sleepy Hollow Landing Park. MOVED: Trustee Ramsey SECONDED: Trustee Alter VOTE: 5=0 �Meeting Date: 01-07-97 Resolution #: 01-05-97 Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the Village of Sleepy Hollow does hereby call for a public hearing on January 2 1 , 1 9 9 7 at 8:00 PM to make Spruce Street a snow emergency street. MOVED: Trustee Ramsey SECONDED: Trustee Alter VOTE: 5=0 i Meeting Date: 01-07-97 Resolution #: 01-06-97 Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the Village of Sleepy Hollow does hereby authorize the Mayor to hire Betty Rodriques at $10.00 per hour effective January 8 , 1 9 9 7 as a part-time employee not to exceed 17 Va hours per week. MOVED: Trustee Alter SECONDED: Trustee Ramsey VOTE: 5=0 I �-^HBi Meeting Date: 01-07-97 Resolution #: 01-107-97 Be it Resolved that the Board of Trustees hereby amends Chapter 57-6 "Vehicle & Traffic" to add alternate side of the street parking regulations on both sides of Spruce Street from 8 AM-12 Noon; also resolved that the Board of Trustees amends Chapter 57-7 by erecting a 15 ft. setback on both sides of Spruce Street from the intersection of New Broadway. Moved: Trustee DiFelice Seconded: Trustee Chevere Vote:5-0 Meeting Date: 01-07-97 Resolution #: 01-108-97 Be it resolved that the Board of Trustees does hereby amend Chapter 57, "Vehicle & Traffic*', Section 57-5 to install two (2) stop signs at the intersection of Holland and Gordon Avenue. Moved: Trustee Ramsey Seconded: Trustee Haves Vote: 5-0 �NORTH TRRRVTOUJN FIR€ D€PRRTM€NT 0& °) 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 Lenny Rutigliano Chief Engineer Robert Moon 1st Asst. Chief Lenny Vogt 2nd Asst. Chief "*DK5f i To: Mayor and Board of Trustees From: Board of Fire Wardens Date: December 11,1996 Honorable Mayor: At the regular meeting of the Fire Council held on Tuesday December 10,1996 a vote was in favor of removing the remaining street pull boxes. This system has been found to be an antiqued and expensive system to maintain. W e " suggest a meeting with the entire board and this council to further discuss this matter. Richard N.Gross,Sec Council I �34 I request that the following become part of the offical minutes of the January 7,1997 Village of Sleepy Hollow Board Meeting. My objective in appearing before this board was to clearify statements made by Mayor Sean Treacy in regrads to his handling of the position of Code Enforcement Officer.and the Mayors misrepresentation of my personal qualifications. The following is an accurate account of my statements. On May 16,1996 after Mayor Treacy Fired than Code Enforcement Officer Robert Stiloski, I submitted a letter to be considered for the vacant position. Never once from May 16th to November 1996 was I ever approached by the Mayor to fill the vacant position. The Mayor in that same time period approched numerous individuals within this Fire Depatment to take the position of Code Enforcement Officer. None of the individuals approached by the Mayor had any knowledge of Code Enforcement. In July or August Mayor Treacy appointed Gary McClain as Code Enforcement Officer. Mr. McClain was not at that time Certified as a Code Enforcement Officer. Mr. McClain resigned two weeks latter for personal reasons. My qualifications for the position consist of 25 years as an active member of the Sleepy Hollow Fire Department, formerly known as N.Tarrytown, Fire Department. I Served all firematic offices in Rescue Hose . Elected to the position of 2nd Assistant Chief of the department in April 1987. I advanced to the rank of Chief of the Department in April 1989. I was Certified as a NYS Code Enforcement Officer in October 1989 by the NYS Office of Fire Prevention and Control. I was Chairman and CoAuthor of the present Village Sprinkler Code adopted in October 1989 by the Village Board , and latter approved by the Secretary of State as superior to the State Building and Fire Codes. Served as the Village Assistant Code Enforcement Officer under Robert Stiloski from June 1991June 1993. Mayor Treacy was than a Trustee and never once did he question my competence or question the fair labor standards act. I along with three other individuals were granted an interview by the Village Board on November 12,1996. Gary McClain not being one of the candidates. Being born and raised in this Village, I offered to do the Job at a saving to the Tax payers for $10,000. �At the December 17,1996 Board meeting Gary McClain was appointed by Mayor Treacy over requests from Trustee Ramsey to at least have the opportunity to interview Mr. McClain. Her request was denied. I feel that the Mayors action were personal and not in the best interest of the village. Richard N. Gross �»+'•'• .,,/£ tp&v i PUBLIC WORKS REPORT JANUARY 7, 1997 Christmas tree lights will be taken down this week. Christmas trees will be picked up every day when placed at the curb . Tree trimming and the removal of dead trees is continuing. i A light pole that was knocked down recently on the corner of Depeyster and Broadway has been replaced. Pot holes are being filled throughout the village. Leaves are no longer being picked up with the vacuum, they must be bagged and placed at the curb for Monday pickup. Sand barrels have been placed throughout the village. � 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-1997 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. 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