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A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow was
held on Tuesday, July 15, 1997 at 8 PM in Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue,
Sleepy Hollow, New York.
Present:

Mayor Sean Treacy
Michael Collins
Patricia P. Ramsey
Mario DiFelice
Patrick J. Munroe

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Also Present:
Absent:

Trustees

Janet Gandolfo, Village Attorney
Linda David, Village Administrator

Morris Alter, Trustee
Jose Chevere, Trustee

Mayor Treacy called the meeting to order with a pledge to the flag.
Trustee Ramsey moved, second by Trustee Collins to open the meeting, carried.
Before starting the meeting, Mayor Treacy asked for a moment of silence in
rememberance of former resident, Laurel Sweet.
Proclamations
Mayor and Board of Trustees declared August 8 as Immaculate Conception Feast
Bazaar Day in the Village of Sleepy Hollow in honor of this exciting event. This
was presented to Father Mazza.

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Village of Sleepy Hollow officially welcomed Memorial Sloan Kettering in its
joint venture with Phelps Memorial Hospital Center and declared July 15
Memorial Sloan Kettering Day at Phelps Memorial Hospital in the Village of
Sleepy Hollow. Plaque was presented to President Keith Saffly.
At this time, John Morabito presented the watch he designed for the Village of
Sleepy Hollow to the Mayor and Village Administrator, Linda David. Mr.
Morabito also wanted to thank the Village for their cooperation in restoring the
rifle range in the Rifle/Pistol Club.
Public Hearing

None

�Approval of Minutes
Trustee DiFelice commented that he no longer supported his vote regarding the
Jimenez matter. Trustee Collins moved, second by Trustee Munroe to approve
the minutes of the June 3, 1997 meeting, motion carried unanimously.
Approval of Warrants
Trustee Munroe moved, second by Trustee Collins to approve the warrant of the
General Fund and authorize the Treasurer to pay the bills for a total of $1,682,235.46,
motion carried 4-0. The Mayor commented that 1.5 million of this amount was to be
transferred to a time deposit CD account. Trustee DiFelice moved, second by Trustee
Ramsey to approve the warrant of the Water &amp; Sewer fund and authorize the Treasurer
to pay the bills for a total of $5,708.22, motion carried 4-0. Trustee Ramsey moved,
second by Trustee Collins to approve the warrant of the Capital fund and authorize the
Treasurer to pay the bills for a total of $12,848.88, motion carried 4-0. Trustee Munroe
moved, second by Trustee Ramsey to approve the bill for the air conditioning and
authorize the Treasurer to pay the bill for $1,271.82, motion carried 4-0.
Public Comments Agenda Items
None
Trustee Collins moved, second by Trustee DiFelice to close the public comments,
motion carried 4-0.
Resolutions- Attached
Old Business

None

New Business

None

Mayor's Report
Mayor Treacy reported that the Village of Sleepy Hollow was awarded as Best
Marketing Ploy by the Hudson Valley Magazine. On September 30th a party will be
held in Newburgh for this honor.
The Mayor reported on the progress for improvements at Reverend Sykes Park.
Playground equipment has been ordered and should be delivered the first week of
August and installed as soon as possible. The Mayor commented on the installation of
a water fountain.
Mayor Treacy commented on the June 28 Fireman's Parade and Carnival as a great
success and is getting better every year.
The Mayor reported that the Horseman Trail has been recognized as part of the
Hudson Valley Greenway System. The Village has received a grant for signs as
guideposts and markings.
Mayor Treacy displayed the new buttons to be issued for the fishing regulations as
permits.

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The Mayor commented on the success of the Spook Rock Mystery Players. The plays
was very informational and promoted tourism for our Village.
Mayor Treacy reported on the Riverfront Park developments. Permits have been filed.
Debris have been cleared. An underwater survey was performed. The project was
recognized by Alexander Treadwelt, Secretary of New York State and granted an
additional $10,000 towards a park design. The Mayor commented that on August 8th
the Secretary of New York State will be present at a waterfront ceremony.
Mayor Treacy sent our best regards to Ida Santi, a Village of Parking Enforcement
Officer, and hope for her quick recovery.
The Mayor reported on the new hiring of Mary Ellen Howard as Court Clerk and
Theresa Durmont as Secretary to Administrator and Mayor.
Mayor Treacy commented on the Ambulance Corp and Fire Department separating
into independent agencies. If the Village moves forward with this idea the Ambulance
Corp will be able to sustain itself and not rely on taxpayers money. The Village will
continue to analyze this development.
The Village was granted improvements for River Street and this was transferred lo the
resurfacing of Bellwood Avenue.
Trustee's Report
Trustee Collin smoved, second by Trustee Munroe to recommend PO Copeiio and PO
Vacaro for a recommendation for the apprehension of three youths in a stolen vehicle,
motion carried.
Trustee Collins moved, second by Trustee Ramsey for a recommendation for PO
Campbell in receiving the Certificate of Merit from the Westchester County Legislative
Board for Outstanding Military Service, motion carried.
Trustee Collins reported on the Fascade Improvements Program deadline is August 1,
1997.
Trustee Collins reported on the establishment of the Walking Patrol Program for
Beekman Avenue and Cortiandt Street.
Trustee Ramsey read the attached correspondence from the Fiie Wardens. Tiustee
Ramsey moved, second by Trustee Munroe to approve the actions taken regarding
appointments and resignations, motion carried. Trustee Collins moved, second by
Trustee Ramsey to approve the request of Lenny Vogt to take a 60 day leave of
absence, motion carried. Trustee Ramsey commented that nothing was on for the
Library Board this month.
Trustee DiFelice reported on the sucess of the DARE Program Event hosted by the
Police Department at Pierson Park.

�Trustee DiFelice explained a brief overview of the procedure of the zip code change
procedure, and that the Village Postmaster is awaiting this package.
Trustee Munroe reported that Trustee Alter could not attend tonights meeting because
of the birth of a new grandchild.
Trustee Munroe read the attached Public Works Report.
Trustee Munroe reported that the Tourism Cornmitee was working on a mission
statement for the Village. Trustee Munroe showed a sketch of a sign "Welcome to
Historic Sleepy Hollow" with a list of suggested sites.
With Trustee Aiier's absence, Village Administrator, Linda David, reported on the
Parks Cornmitee. The day camps are filling up quickly with some spaces available for
weeks 4, 5 &amp;6. However, the Tot camp is full to capacity.
The Greenway Trail marker ate up. The Reverend Sykes Park has begun the footing
for the equipment. The fishing signs are up and permits are available for the catch and
release program.
Administrator's Report
Village Administrator, Linda David, reported the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting is
scheduled for July 16th, 8 PM. The Planning Board meeting is July 17th, 8 PM. The
Architectural Review Board meeting is July 23rd , 8 PM.
Communications, Petitions &amp; Requests
Mayor Tieacy iead a request from the Westchester County Fire Training Center asking
if our fire department would like to participate in an upgraded fire control system that
supplements the dispatch process. This will be discussed on the next work session.
A letter was received from Senator Oppenheimer congratulating the Village on our
approval for the local waterfront project in the Revitalization Program.
Mayor Treacy read a letter of approval from Alexander Trudwell, Secretary of State,
regarding the local waterfront revitalization program.
A news update from Tarrytuwn regarding the bid for business improvement projects.
Mayor Treacy commented that this might be a good idea for our Village
An invitation was received from the Senior Citizens regarding the picnic on July 23rd
at Kingsland Point Park. The Mayor will look forward to attending.
A letter was received from Senator Moynihan regarding the performance of the US
Military Band Operations at our parade in September, our requests has
'oeew
forwarded and wilt be notified shortly.
Mayor Treacy read an invitation from the Foster Memorial Zion AME Church
celebrating the 133rd anniversary on October 26, 1997, 11.00 AM. The Mayor will
attend.

�Public Comments
Trustee Ramsey moved, second by Trustee Munroe to open the public comment
section, motion carried.
Don Caetano commented that the gas station on Dell Street has propane gas tanks in
a caged area. Mr. Caetano asked what the Village codes are for hazardous material
housed in a caged area where it could be tampered with by someone.
The Mayor stated the Building Inspector has been informed on this matter and has
asked the gas station owners to remove the propane.
Mr. Caetano commented on the crowds on Cortlandt Street and Beekman Avenue
drinking and hanging out on the sidewalks. Mr. Caetano asked that action be taken to
keep the streets clean.
Mayor Treacy reported that the police will be cracking down on this issue and that the
cooperation of the Chief of Police is needed to enforce these Quality of Life matters.
Frank Occhipinti asked for a brief explanation on the issue of Cottage Place as a paper
street.
The Mayor provided a background on Cottage Place.
Mr. Occhipinti provided a letter in his interest in purchasing a piece of property also
considered a paper street near his residence on Hudson Street.
The Mayor stated that boundary lines need to be established and the need to contact
adjacent homeowners. This will on the next work session for further discussion.
There being nu further comments, Trustee Collins moved, second by Trustee Ramsey
to close the public comment section, carried.
There being no further business, Trustee Ramsey moved, second by Trustee Munroe
to adjourn the meeting, carried.
Respectfully submitted,

Madona Mariano
Recording Secretary

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Meeting Date: 07-15-97
Resolution #: 07-91-97

Whereas Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center opened a $5 million radiation
and chemotherapy treatment wing at Phelps Memorial Hospital Center in Sleepy
Hollow on June 5,1997 and
Whereas Sloan Kettering has an international reputation in the fight against
cancer and chose to expand into the mid Westchester suburbs in Sleepy Hollo
and
Whereas Sloan Kettering is expecting 15,000 to 20,000 patient visits at the new
wing in its first year
Now therefore be it resolved that the Village of Sleepy Hollow does hereby
officially w e l c o m e Memorial Sloan Kettering in its joint venture with Phelps
Memorial Hospital Center and declares today, July 15, in their honor as
Memorial Sloan Kettering Day at Phelps Memorial Hospital in the Village of
Sleepy Hollow.
Proclaimed by Mayor Treacy
MOVED:
SECONDED:

VOTE:

Meeting Date: 07-15-97
Resolution #: 07-92-97
Whereas the Immaculate Conception Church is planning to hold a Bazaar oi^Vie
weekend nights of August 8,9,10 and August 15, 1 6 , 1 7 from 6 P.M. along
Depeyster Street and
Whereas this is an outstanding summer recreational event for families, friends,
and neighbors and
Whereas the Immaculate Conception Church has provided the Village w i t h a
certificate of insurance and

�Whereas this has been a successful and enjoyable event for the Village and
Village residents providing a stimulus for an annual happy event for thousands
in our area,
Now therefore be it resolved that the Mayor and Board of Trustees do hereby
declare August 8 as Immaculate Conception Feast Bazaar Day"mthe Village of
Sleepy Hollow in honor of this most exciting event.
Proclaimed by Mayor Treacy
MOVED:
SECONDED:

VOTE:

Meeting Date: 07-15-97
Resolution # : 07-93-97
The Village Board of Trustees does hereby authorize the Treasurer of the
Village to establish a credit card collection system in the Village Justice Court.
MOVED:

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Meeting Date: 07-15-97
Resolution # : 07-94-97
Whereas the Hudson River Estuary Management Action Plan w a s approved and
released by Governor Pataki in May, 199 in furtherance of the requirements of
the Hudson River Estuary Management A c t adopted by the Legislature; and
Whereas the Hudson River Estuary Management A c t i o n Plan identifies 20
priority actions that the Department of Environmental Conservation has
c o m m i t t e d to implementing by the end of 1999; and
Whereas the five major goals of the Estuary Management program are:
Managing Aquatic Resources: Preserving Upland Habitat; Open Space and
Scenery; Enhancing Recreation and Tourism; Revitalization the River-based
Economy through Environmental Protection; and Promoting Stewardship
through Environmental Partnership; and
Whereas in 199G-97, the Estuary Management Program received a $6 million
allocation from the environmental Protection Fund (EPF). In the 1997-98 State
Budget, a special line item is proposed for EPD making funding for the Estuary
Program a permanent category in the budget; and

�Whereas a $6 million appropriation is also proposed in the budget for the
Estuary Management program, now,
Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy
Hollow does now and hereby urge Governor George Pataki and the NYS
Legislature to support the aforementioned appropriations in the proposed 199798 budget relevant to the Estuary Management Program and duly requests that
the special line item for the Environmental Protection Fund become a
permanent category in subsequent New York State budgets.
MOVED: ^ r u s t e e C o l l i n s

SECONDED: T r u s t e e Munroe

VOTED: 4-0

Meeting Date: 07-15-97
Resolution # : 07-95-97
Be It Resolved that the Mayor and Board of Trustees do hereby call for a Public
Hearing on Tuesday, August 12,1997 at 8:00 PM at Village Hall to hear and
consider comments to our local amended law to add a no parking zone on one
side of the lower end of Cortlandt Street and Valley Street from 9:00-10:00 AM,
Monday through Friday. And a no parking zone on the other side of the lower
end of Cortlandt Street and Valley Street from 8:00 AM-9:00 AM, Monday through
Friday. The present alternate side regulations will not be affected by these
amendments.
MOVED: T r u s t e ~ Ramsey

SECONDED:

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VOTED:

4-0

Meeting Date: 07-15-97
Resolution # : 07-96-97
The Board of Trustees does hereby authorize the Village Administrator to hold
an auction In the near future to sell the 1993 Chevrolet Suburban recently
a w a r d e d to the Sleepy Hollow Police Department by a judgment by Judicial
Hearing Officer, V. Gurihan. The Vehicle will be available for viewing
beforehand and the "upset" price will be set at $15,000.
R e s o l u t i o n past a t July 8, 1997 work s e s s i o n
MOVED:
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SECONDED:

VOTED:

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SLEEPY HOLLOW
FIRE D E P A R T M E N T

Firo Patrol
Robert Moon

Org. 1876
Pocantico Hook &amp; Ladder
Org. 1878

Chief Engineer
Lenny Vogt
1st Asst. Chief
Richard Gross
2nd Asst. Chief

Rescues Hose Co. 1

Org. 1887
Union Hose Co. No. 2
Org. 1887
Cotumbla Hose Co. No. 3
Org. 1899

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To: Mayor and Board of Trustees
From: Board of Fire Wardens
Re: 1st Assistant Chief Leonard Vogt
Date: June 27,1997

Attached is a correspondence from 1st Assistant Chief Leonard Vogt. The
Council unanimously approved this request.
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Respectfully

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Submitted

Richard N.Gross,Secretary Council
2nd Assistant Chief

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May^-1,1997
Dear Fire Council,
This letter is to inform the officers and members of Pocantico

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H &amp; L that I will be taking a 60 day leave of absence, due to the fact
that I was offered a job out in Ohio. I just want to make sure this
is what I want before I make any drastic changes. I regret at this time that
this is theJpest \ can dor before I give up my position as 1st Asst Chief.
Very truly yours,

Leonard A. Vogt, Jr.

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SLEEPY HOLLOW
FIRE DEPARTMENT

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Union Hose Co. No. 2
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Columbia Hose Co. No. 3
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To: Mayor and Board of Trustees
From: Board of Fire Wardens
Re: Membership Change
Date: 6/27/97

At the regular monthly meeting of the Fire Council held on Tuesday June
10,1997 the following action was approved, by this council.
Removed from the active list of Rescue Hose for non-payment of dues,
Jose Blanco 11 Holland Ave. this village
Willaim Cantlin III 47 Lawrence Ave. this village

Elected to active membership in Columbia Hose Co. # 3
Michael Wihus 226 Beekman Ave. this village.

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^-^n^fespectfully

Submitted

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Richard N.Gross, Secretary Council
2nd Assit. Chief SHFD

S,neer

Chief

�PUBLIC WORKS REPORT
JULY 15,1997
KATRINA AVENUE WAS PAVED LAST WEEK.
THE TOP PORTION OF FARRINGTON WAS PAVED TODAY.
TENNIS COURT LIGHTS ARE IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REPAIRED.
50 FEET OF SEWER LINE WAS REPLACED ON AMOS STREET.
SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT PROGRAM HAS BEGUN BUT WILL BE DONE
ONLY ON A LIMITED BASIS.
A NEW HYDRANT WILL BE REPLACED ON THE CORNER OF DEPEYSTER
AND WASHINGTON STREET.

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