https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/469115cfd8433b40ffc4e2b027a1e5d2.pdf c937db6da47cd27ec2980b1857325683 PDF Text Text A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Sleepy Hollow was held on Tuesday, September 14,1999 at 8:00 PM in Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York. Present: Mayor Philip Zegarelli James J. Hart Mario DiFelice Robert Higle Craig Laub Patricia M. Rodriguez Donald Stever Trustees Also Present: Sanjay Shah, Village Treasurer Brian Murphy, Village Attorney Mayor Zegarelli called the meeting to order with a prayer and pledge to the flag. Mayor Zegarelli called for a motion, made by Trustee DiFelice and seconded by Trustee Higle to temporarily adjourn the Board meeting and call to order a meeting of the 79 College Avenue Development Corporation Board of Directors with the Mayor as president and trustees as directors. Carried 7-0 After a discussion of the problems at 79 College Avenue and the steps needed to allow the Village to sell the property, the Board accepted the auditor's report for the fiscal year ended May 31,1999. Motion made by Trustee DiFelice and seconded by Trustee Rodriguez. Carried 7-0. The report is to be signed by Mayor Zegarelli as President and Trustee Laub. There being no further business, Trustee DiFelice moved to adjourn the Board of Directors' meeting, Trustee Hart seconded. Carried 7-0. At approximately 8:10 p.m., Mayor Zegarelli called the Board of Trustees into session. Public Hearing - None Approval of Minutes Trustee DiFelice moved, seconded by Trustee Laub to approve the minutes of August 10,1999 as written with a minor correction, motion carried 7-0. Trustee Stever moved, seconded by Trustee Higle to approve the minutes of the August 23,1999 special meeting, motion carried 7-0. 1 �/ Public Comments The Board of Trustees were presented with a petition from residents of Sleepy Hollow Road asking that the Board and Police Chief reconsider the directive of August 6,1999, prohibiting parking on Sleepy Hollow Road on either the east or the west side of the road from Webber Avenue to North Street. Don Caetano commented that parking of cars by businesses on Lawrence Avenue continues to be a problem and would like to see "resident only" parking on the street. He also believes that illegal tenants are taking many of the spots on the street. Mayor's Report Mayor Zegarelli noted that he has received a number of comments regarding the increase in water rates. He stated that a 20% increase was needed to cover the surcharge from the New York City Water Board and 18% increase was needed to replenish the Water Fund. He also noted that the Board would review the increase in the minimum rate from $10 to $20. Mayor Zegarelli received a letter from David Gross inviting him to participate in the ceremonies at Transfiguration Church in Tarrytown at the end of October for the visit of the relics of St. Therese of Lisieux. Mayor Zegarelli said that he would be meeting on Friday with Briarcliff Manor officials to continue discussions regarding the take over of United Water water lines. The Mayor noted that Paramount Pictures has decided not to do any filming in the Village for its forthcoming movie "Sleepy Hollow". The Mayor then asked Dave Smith of Saccardi and Schiff and Trustee Stever to update the Board on the Bedford Road and County House Road rezoning. The public hearing is scheduled for September 28th. A draft local law is needed from the Village Attorney. Another public hearing must be called regarding "clusters". Mayor Zegarelli stated that he responded to Mr. DelBello's letter regarding Kendalon-Hudson. Trustee Stever described the scoping session that was scheduled for October 7th at 8 pm and provided a resolution declaring the Village the lead agency and providing for a full environmental impact statement and review. After a brief discussion, the Mayor made a motion that the Village would not oppose the merger of AT&T and MediaOne. It was seconded by Trustee DiFelice. Carried 7-0. i �The contract with UFOP/MEU for some Village Hall employees has been reviewed by Village Counsel and approved. The Village Treasurer will review it and if it is OK, it can be signed by the Mayor. Motion moved by Trustee DiFelice, seconded by Trustee Hart and carried 7-0. Mayor Zegarelli announced that he had received a contract for the services of the new Village Attorney, Brian Murphy, that was essentially the same as the previous contract with Robert Ponzini. Trustee Stever moved to appove its signing by the Mayor, Trustee Hart seconded, carried 7-0. A revised contract for one year was received from the Town of Mount Pleasant for ambulance service to the Mount Pleasant West Ambulance District. Trustee Higle moved that it be approved, Trustee Laub seconded, carried 7-0. Mayor Zegarelli stated that he has received several resignations from various boards and offices. He acknowledged with thanks the services of Rhonda Bigford as assistant court clerk and Betsy Sawyer-Gaylin as a member of the Planning Board. The vacancies will be discussed at the next worksession. The Mayor received a letter from the State DOT reporting that directional signs for Sleepy Hollow have been placed on most highways as requested. Mayor Zegarelli plans to schedule a meeting of the joint Sleepy Hollow/Tarrytown task force as soon as he receives a letter from Mayor Janos providing the names of the Tarry town members of the task force. Mayor Zegarelli noted that the reappraisal of the now-vacant GM property will be discussed at the next worksession. Trustees Reports Trustee Hart reported that our village auditor, Joe DeMilia, should have the annual audit completed by the end of the month. Trustee Rodriguez reported work on the facade of the Eagles on Broadway and Alters Bakery on Cortlandt Street. Trustee DiFelice noted that the new banners will be ready in 5 to 6 weeks. Trustee DiFelice reported that paving was continuing, the pavilion at Devries Park has been completed, the door of Village Hall will be replaced on September 24th and sidewalks and the ramp in front of Village Hall will be replaced shortly. He reported that the Police Department would be taking part in a number of training programs in the near future. The Village will be receiving a safety award from the Automobile Association for pedestrian safety. �Mayor Zegarelli asked for an update on the purchase of the catehbasin cleaner. Sanjay Shah explained that its purchase is connected to a grant application for work on Fremont Lake to the New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation. The lowest bidder is not able to deliver the truck for IS months, so he recommends that the Board select the second lowest bidder who can deliver in 90 days. Mayor Zegarelli noted that he received a letter from the Westchester County Office of Disaster and Emergency Services requesting that the Village appoint a Deputy Local Director and an Assistant Deputy Local Director to work with the County during emergencies. Since this person must be a Village resident, the Mayor nominated Jimmy Warren, Jr. as Deputy and Joe DeFeo as Assistant Deputy. Moved by Trustee DiFelice, seconded by Trustee Rodriguez, carried 7-0. Trustee Stever noted that progress was continuing on the land use local laws review and provided a resolution declaring the Village lead agency for amendments to zoning text changes. Trustee Laub had no report. Trustee Higle reported that work on Devries Park was continuing and there should be a rededication ceremony in October. Resolutions - Attached Old Business After a brief discussion regarding new Fire Department and DPW radios, which were approved at the last worksession, Trustee DiFelice made a motion to approve the purchase orders, Trustee Stever seconded, carried 7-0. New Business - None Communications, Petitions, & Requests Mayor Zegarelli received a letter from the Committee for the 50th Anniversary for the Class of 1949 to put a sign on the traffic island on Beekman Avenue from October 1st to 12th. Motion to approve made by Trustee Higle, seconded by Trustee Laub, carried 7-0. Mayor Zegarelli was in receipt of correspondence from Richard Piano, president of the PMIA to invite the Mayor and the Board to the annual meeting of the association on October 22,1999. Comments have been received from Westchester County regarding the Kendal project and further comments are expected from other agencies. �l(ol The Board received a request from the Fire Department for an insurance coverage rider for their Casino Night at the Central Firehouse on October 8th. Motion to approve made by Trustee Laub, seconded by Trustee Rodriguez, carried 7-0. The VFW wrote to the Mayor and the Board asking that they consider renaming Sleepy Hollow Landing Park in honor of John Horan, who was the Village's first casualty of World War II. This will be discussed at the next worksession. Mayor Zegarelli received a report from Dave Smith of Sacardi & Schiff on the Cooney property, which will be discussed at the worksession. The Mayor received a letter from Phelps Hospital regarding their plans to expand parking near one of the medical office buildings. This project is not connected with the Kendal project and the hospital will go through the normal review process. Mayor Zegarelli received a letter from the Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow Arts Council asking for a donation of $500 to help raise matching funds of $1,500 for a grant from the Westchester Arts Council. The remaining funds will be contributed by the Village of Tarrytown and the School District. Motion made by Trustee Higle to approve contribution, seconded by Trustee Hart, carried 7-0. Mayor Zegarelli received a letter from a Village resident regarding the difficulty of finding parking a the train station. This item will be discussed at the worksession. Approval of Warrants Trustee Higle moved, seconded by Trustee Laub to approve the warrants and authorize the Treasurer to pay the bills with one exception, motion carried 7-0. Total of the General Fund is $325,890.82, Water Department fund total is $86,823.15 and the Capital fund total is $189,911.02. Public Comments Chick Gallella supported the naming of Sleepy Hollow Landing Park after John Horan. He asked about the cost of the current telephone system for Village Hall and when the audit would be released. He asked if all previous employee contracts were void. John Edwards, Chair of the Celebrations Committee, commented that publicity for the October 9th event was starting and thanked the members of the Committee for their dedication and hard work. 5 i �/GoZ There being no further business, a motion was moved and seconded to adjourn the meeting, motion carried 7-0. Respectfully submitted, Theresa Demoret Secretary i i 6 �RESOLUTIONS FOR SEPTEMBER 14.1999 74. Be It resolved that the Board of Trustees does hereby call for a public hearing on September 28,1999 at 8:00 p.m. at 28 Beefeman Avenue. 2ndfloor,to hear public comment on rezonlng 11.9 acres of land off County House Road fromR-3 toR-l. MOVED: Trustee Stever SECONDED: Trustee VOTED: 7-0 �75. Declaration of Lead Agency Positive Declaration Establishment of Public Scoping Session WHERAS, on July 13,1999, the Village of Sleepy Hollow Boarr! of Trustees (Village Board) did declare their intent to act as Lead Agency in the proposed rezoning and site plan approval for the development of a continuing care retirement community on the grounds of the Phelps Memorial Hospital Center in the Village of Sleepy Hollow, New York; and WHERAS, to date there have been no objectionsfiledwith the Village Clerk to the Village Board acting as Lead Agency, and NOWTHEREFORE,BEITRESOLVEDTHAT, on this day September 14,1999, the Village Board does hereby declare itselfto be the Lead Agency in this matter and based on the information provided by Kendal on Hudson and Phelps Community Corporation (jointly the Applicants), a Positive Declaration is hereby made indicating that the Proposed Action may have a significant effect on the environment and that a Draft Environmental Impact Statement wul be prepared; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Lead Agency will hold a public DEIS scoping session on October 7,1999 at 8:00 p.m. in which all members of the public are invited to attend. A copy of the Positive Declaration and draft scoping document are provided herewith. Correspondence relative to this matter should be directed to Angela Everett, Village Clerk, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York, 10951. Written comments will be received by the Lead Agency up to ten (10) days after the close of the public scoping session. This notice and accompanying Positive Declaration and draft scoping document have been circulated to the following. MOVED: Trustee Stever SECONDED: Trustee Higle VOTE: 7-0 �I U>5 76. Whereas, the Tillage called for bids for a Combination High Pressure let Rodder and Vacuum Catch Basin Cleaner with Truck Chassis; and Whereas, the Village received three bids In the amount of $196,684.70 from Agar Truck Sales, $199,650.00 from let-Vac and $211,887.00 from Trlus, Inc.: and Whereas, the lowest bidder was disqualified because It cannot deliver In less than 15 months; Now. therefore be It resolved the Board of Trustees awards the bid to the second lowest bidder, let-Vac. 402 Marshall Street. Paterson, NI07503. This award Is contingent upon a satisfactory review of bid documents by Village Attorney and the contractor's acceptance of the terms and conditions drawn up by the Village Attorney. Moved: Trustee Stever Seconded: Trustee Hart Vote: 7-0 �77. Declaration of Lead Agency and Circulation of Proposed Zoning Text Changes WHEREAS, the Village of Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees (Village Board) has initiated specific zoning text changes to the Village's RF- Riverfront Development District (RF District) (see attached); and WHEREAS, under SEQRA, the Village Board is the only involved agency with the authority to modify the Village Zoning Code; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that at its September 14, 1999 regularly scheduled meeting, the Village Board does hereby declare itself to be the Lead Agency in this matter and is circulating for public comment the proposed zoning text changes and a Short Environmental Assessment Form; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Board will in the future schedule a duly noticed public hearing in which commentsfromthe public will be requested. Provided herewith is a copy of the proposed zoning text changes and a Short Environmental Assessment Form. Comments can be forwarded to Angela Everett, Village Clerk, Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York, 10591 : Trustee Stever SECONDED: Trustee DiFelice �Kfil- 78. Be It resolved that the Board of Trustees hereby directs the Village Clerk to advertise and commence the public bidding process pursuant to the General Municipal Law of the State of New York for replacement of windows In Village Hall, malting all bids returnable on Tuesday, October IS. 1999 at 10:00 a.m. at the Village Hall, 28 Bee km an Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591 Moved: Trustee DIFelice I • i Seconded: Trustee Rodriguez Vote: 7-0 �To Board of Trustees Village of Sleepy Hollow 28 Beekman Ave. Sleepy Hollow, N.Y. 10591 We the undersigned, by this petition, request the Board of Trustees and the Police Chief to reconsider the directive dated August 6, 1999 prohibiting parking on Sleepy Hollow Road on either the east or the west side of the road from the Webber Avenue/Sleepy Hollow Road intersection to North Street, "due to the increase in the flow of traffic on Sleepy Hollow Road." As residents in this section, we notice there is a slight increase in traffic, as well as an increase in speeding during the hours of 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM which are normal commuting hours. Although the letter received permits parking 50-feet west of North Street, we find that this area has a difficult sight line since there is a curve in the road and most times there are many cars, vans, and trucks parked in this area. We feel that it is in violation of our rights as property owners not to be able to have public parking in front of our homes. Perhaps a solution to this alleged problem would be having the Police Department observe whether or not cars actually do stop at the STOP sign at the �I(*1 intersection of Sleepy Hollow Road and Webber Avenue during commuting hours. Another solution to higher than normal speed in this area may warrant placing three way STOP signs at the North Street intersection. . We hereby request that reconsideration be given to permit the residents who live in the area from the intersection of Sleepy Hollow Road and Webber Avenue to North Street the right to park in front of their homes. Respectfully submitted, NAME )3 JZj&2JtyM>&^ ^^ VMd^t 77 S fe ep r tfc flc LJ> Jfcy V (^^^-O^^-^-O 5\ / O k ^ y f l ^ 10o. �no i TELEPHONE (914) 631-0800 JIMMY WARREN CHIEF OF POLICE pallet apartment ^Ulagc ai $kt?v jSollofo, Jf^J. 10591 6 August 1999 Residents of Sleepy Hollow Road: Please, be advised that due to the increase in the flow of traffic on Sleepy Holl ow Road, the following measures must be implemented to insureC^the/ your safety and the safety of the motorist. I 1. No Parking on the east side of Sleepy Hollow Road from the intersection of Sleepy Hollow Road and Webber Avenue to the intersection of Sleepy Hollow Road and Eedford Road. 2 . No Parking on the west side of Sleepy Hollow Road from the intersection of Sleepy Hollow Road and Webber Avenue to the intersection of Sleepy Hollow Road and North Street. 3 . No Parking on the east side of Sleepy Hollow Road from the intersection of Sleepy Hollow Road and North Street to a point 50 feet north of YtEe\ Sleepy Hollow Road and Bedford Road intersection. ^(J/ The roadway is only wide enough to allow parking ^a • on this portion of the roadway.) If you have any questions concerning this matter, please feel free to call me. Respectfully, r immy Warren, J r i � 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-1999 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. 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