Board of Trustees
Village of Tarrytown
Regular Meeting No. 30
March 17, 2008 8:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Mayor Fixell presiding; Trustees Basher, Butler, Hoyt, McGee, McGovern, and Zollo; Village Administrator McCabe; Village Treasurer Hart; Village Engineer McGarvey; Recreation Supervisor Arduino; Village Attorney Shumejda; and Village Clerk Booth
The meeting began with the Pledge to the Flag.
REPORTS
Mayor Fixell stated the following:
- He wished everyone a Happy St. Patrick’s Day and announced that the parade in our two Villages was held yesterday and it was a great success.
- He reminded everyone that tomorrow is Election Day in the Village. The polls are open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and he encourages residents to go out and vote.
Trustee Hoyt stated that for his report time he would like Ian Mauhs, a member of the Boy Scout Troop #22 to report on his community service project to repair the skate shack at the Tarrytown Lakes.
Ian Mauhs, member of Boy Scout Troop #22, stated that while working on his Eagle Scout rank, he chose to make repairs to the skate shack as his community service project. This was undertaken after discussions with Joe Arduino, Recreation Supervisor, Michael McGarvey, Village Engineer and his Eagle Scout Advisor, Lynne Schafer. He chose the skate shack because it’s an asset to the Village that, when the season cooperates, serves a valuable function to the recreational opportunities that the lakes afford the residents of Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow.
Trustee Butler asked Michael J. McGarvey, Village Engineer, to give an update on the construction of the Village Hall and the two firehouses.
Michael J. McGarvey, Village Engineer gave an update on the following construction projects:
Village Hall/Police/Court – We foresee a June 1st completion date at which time we expect furniture delivery.
Washington Engine Firehouse – The overhead door’s motor is being changed out tomorrow and upon completion, the firehouse will be complete and ready for the fire truck to be parked in the bay.
Consolidated Engine Firehouse – The gas supply is now in place and tomorrow we plan to start up the heat in the building. We will then begin painting and tile work in the bathrooms. There is still some electrical work to be done, but the bulk of the work is complete.
Trustee Zollo stated that when Washington Engine’s fire truck moves into their facility on Route 119, then Consolidated Engine’s fire truck will move into the temporary Hitachi facility so we will have two pieces of apparatus in the South end. Michael J. McGavey, Village Engineer, stated that after speaking to the members of Consolidated Engine, the fire truck would be parked in the Consolidated Engine firehouse and moved out each day until the completion of the construction. Trustee Zollo asked Michael J. McGarvey, Village Engineer to report on the installation of the temporary water mains that will begin tomorrow in three parts of the Village which will enhance firefighter’s water resources. These temporary water mains will stay until permanent underground water mains are put
into place.
Michael J. McGarvey, Village Engineer, reported that installation will begin tomorrow of temporary water mains in the following three areas: Approximately 1,900 linear feet will be installed in the Wilson Park area; approximately 600 linear feet at the Sheldon Avenue area and approximately 400 linear feet at the Whitetail Road area. These are above ground temporary mains and will stay in place until the permanent mains are installed. The Village will also be installing three new fire hydrants in these areas for easy access to hook up to these temporary water mains. Every fire hydrant in the Village has been tested and they have been categorized according to their flow. The Fire Department has a copy of all the hydrants that were tested and is on board with the temporary locations of these
hydrants. We have spoken with the consulting engineer for the water system. They are currently working on the design plans for the new installation of the permanent water mains. We are looking to have these installed within 6 – 9 months.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD ON APRIL 7, 2008 TO AMEND THE FIREFIGHTERS PROPERTY TAX EXCEPTION LAW TO PROVIDE FOR THE INCLUSION OF THE TARRYTOWN VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE CORPS
OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: SPEAKERS HAVE 5 MINUTES BEFORE YIELDING TO THE NEXT PERSON: THEN 3 MINUTES FOR ADDITONAL COMMENTS
Mayor Fixell questioned whether anyone wished to address the Board on any matter. No one appeared.
CONSIDERATION OF THE APPROVAL OF THE THREE-PARTY AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE, SCENIC HUDSON AND NATIONAL RESOURCES, INC. WITH RESPECT TO THE PROPERTY THAT WILL BECOME SCENIC HUDSON RIVERWALK PARK
Mayor Fixell asked Stephen A. McCabe, Village Administrator to give a synopsis of this three party agreement.
Stephen A. McCabe, Village Administrator, stated that this is an agreement between the Village, Scenic Hudson and National Resources, the company that is developing the Ferry Landings project and will be transferring land to the Village for the purpose of construction of our waterfront park. The agreement defines and memorializes the transfer of the property that will become the park and it spells out the certain uses. It will be the document governing the closing on the property. At that closing, the developer, National Resources, will convey a conservation easement to Scenic Hudson to preserve the property forever as a park and will simultaneously at the same closing transfer title of the property to the Village which then would assume the responsibilities in the conservation easement. The
Village would then at the same closing convey an easement to Westchester County for the County’s participation in funding and constructing the RiverWalk that will be an integral part of the Park. At that transaction, Scenic Hudson will pay to the Village $2 million into an escrow account for construction of the park as part of their partnership in the overall project. The agreement also provides an environmental monitor that the Village will hire and the developer will pay for it to see that construction of the park meets all applicable environmental conditions and standards set forth by the State Department of Conservation and it will specify certain other requirements such as the Village’s obligation to manage and maintain the park. These are all things that have been agreed to by all parties over a process of working together.
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Zollo, and unanimously carried that the following be approved: Approved: 7-0
WHEREAS, the Village of Tarrytown is desirous of creating a public Waterfront Park and RiverWalk, and
WHEREAS, The Scenic Hudson Land Trust, Inc. and Westchester County wish to assist the Village of Tarrytown in the development of the Waterfront Park and RiverWalk through the contribution of resources and funding, and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that in accordance with Article 8 of the State Environmental Conservation Law and 6NYCRR Part 617, including without limitations the criteria set forth in 6NYCRR Part 617.7(c) and based upon review of the Environmental Assessment Form and all other materials that were prepared for the Proposed Action, the Village Board of Trustees hereby determines that Proposed Action will not have a significant adverse impact on the environmental, and hereby adopts a Negative Declaration, and
NOW THEREFORE FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Board of Trustees hereby authorizes the Mayor to sign Agreements, subject to review and approval of the Village Attorney, with Ferry Landings LLC, The Scenic Hudson Land Trust, Inc. and Westchester County to develop the Waterfront Park and RiverWalk.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF THE TARRYTOWN VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE CORPS SERVICE AWARD (PENSION) PROGRAM ANNUAL REPORT REGARDING QUALIFYING POINTS RECEIVED
Trustee Zollo moved, seconded by Trustee McGee, that the following be approved. Motion carried, all voting “aye” with exception of Trustee Hoyt who abstained. Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby acknowledge receipt of the Tarrytown Volunteer Ambulance Corps 2007 annual report of points achieved by respective members of the Ambulance Corps for qualification for Village contribution to the Ambulance Corps members service award program, which report shall be posted for public inspection and comment for 30 days prior to Board of Trustees’ consideration of approving submission of the report to the pension fund underwriter, subject to final sign-off by the Mayor.
TAX CERTIORARI CASE AS PRESENTED BY THE VILLAGE ATTORNEY
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee McGovern, and unanimously carried that the following be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOVLED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby authorizes the settlement of the Bank of New York tax certiorari case as recommended by the Village Attorney.
TAX CERTIORARI CASE AS PRESENTED BY THE VILLAGE ATTORNEY
Trustee McGovern moved, seconded by Trustee Hoyt, and unanimously carried that the following be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOVLED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby authorizes the settlement of the General Motors Training Center tax certiorari case as recommended by the Village Attorney.
FIRE DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL CHANGES
Trustee Hoyt moved, seconded by Trustee McGee, and unanimously carried that the following be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown approves the following Fire Department personnel changes recommended at the January 19, 2008 Board of Fire Wardens meeting: Membership: Gabriel Edell was removed from the Active Roll of Hope Hose due to non-residence.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN EXPENDITURE TO CONDUCT REPAIRS OF A DRAIN LINE ON DORIS LANE
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Zollo, and unanimously carried that the following be approved: Approved: 7-0
Be it resolved that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown here by authorizes an expenditure not to exceed $85,000 for Green Mountain Pipeline Services to conduct the relining of a corroded 36” drain line on Doris Lane.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE TREASURER TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH WESTCHESTER COUNTY REGARDING THE COUNTY EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Hoyt, and unanimously carried that the following be approved: Approved: 7-0
Be it resolved that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby approves and authorizes the Village Treasurer to enter into an agreement with the County of Westchester for employees of the Village of Tarrytown to participate in the Employee Assistance Program from January 1, 2008 through December 31, 2008. The Village of Tarrytown shall pay the County the total amount of $3,850.00 for 2008.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE EXECUTIVE SESSION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON FEBRUARY 27, 2008
Trustee McGee moved, seconded by Trustee McGovern, that the following be approved. Motion carried, all voting “aye” with exception of Trustee Zollo who abstained. Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby approves the minutes of the executive session of the Board of Trustees held on February 27, 2008, as presented by the Village Attorney.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON MARCH 3, 2008
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee McGovern, and unanimously carried that the following be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby approves the minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees held on March 3, 2008, as presented by the Village Clerk.
APPROVAL OF AUDITED VOUCHERS NO. 003306 THROUGH NO. 003573
Trustee McGovern moved, seconded by Trustee Basher, and unanimously carried that the following resolution be approved:
RESOLVED: The following Abstract bearing No. 17, dated March 17, 2008 containing Vouchers No. 003306 through No. 003573 is hereby ordered paid in the
following amounts as presented:
General $ 391,934.64
Water 147,510.77
Capital 626,284.82
Library 1,296.89
Trust & Agency 40,969.63
Total $ 1,207,996.75
The Board was polled all voting “aye” with the exception of Trustee McGee who abstained from Voucher Numbers 003497, 003352, 003438 and 003557 and Trustee Hoyt who abstained from Voucher Number 003348, 003343, 003361, and 003525. Motion carried 7-0.
ADJOURNMENT
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Hoyt and unanimously carried, that the meeting be adjourned at 8:22 p.m.
Carol A. Booth
Village Clerk
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