Board of Trustees
Village of Tarrytown
Regular Meeting No. 11
July 19, 2010 8:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Mayor Fixell presiding; Trustees Basher, Butler, Hoyt, McGee, and McGovern; Administrator Blau; Treasurer Hart; Village Attorney Shumejda; Village Clerk Booth
ABSENT: Trustee Zollo
The meeting began with the Pledge to the Flag.
MOMENT OF SILENCE – JOSEPH KYLE
Mayor Fixell requested a moment of silence in memory of Joe Kyle, a former Village Employee for over 49 years, who passed away two weeks ago. He was a long-time member and former Fire Chief of Riverside Hose Fire Company.
REPORTS
Mayor Fixell stated that tomorrow the Westchester County Clerk’s Mobile Office is coming to Tarrytown for anyone who needs a U.S. passport. It will be parked in front of 24 Main Street (Sweet Grass Grill) from 11 am. Until 2 p.m.
Trustee Hoyt stated that on Thursdays and Fridays there will be concerts in the park at Pierson Park. For more information contact the Recreation Office at 631-8347.
OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE BOARD. SPEAKERS HAVE FIVE (5) MINUTES BEFORE YIELDING TO THE NEXT SPEAKER; THEN THREE (3) MINUTES FOR ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Carole Griffiths, 251 Martling Avenue, stated that she supports the Village to approve the Community Garden at the Tarry Hall Nursing Center. There are plots for the Tarrytown residents and the residents of the Tarry Hall Nursing Center. Mayor Fixell thanked Carole Griffiths for all she has done in this effort and all the work on TEAC and all the other people involved.
AGREEMENT FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF TARRYTOWN AND THE WESTCHESTER COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM (WESTCOP)
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee McGovern, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby authorizes and directs the Village Administrator to execute an agreement with the Westchester Community Opportunity Program (WESTCOP) in fiscal year 2010-2011for the purpose of providing funding in the amount of $34,000 for the operation of programs and services that benefit the residents of the Village of Tarrytown at the Community Opportunity Center.
APPOINTMENT OF AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC II
Trustee McGovern moved, seconded by Trustee Butler, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby appoints Jason Mauguin to the full-time position of Automotive Mechanic II, Step 3, effective the date of Barry Tompkins retirement at an annual salary of $60,914 subject to all Civil Service rules and regulations.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDING FROM THE NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF PARKS, RECREATION AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION FOR LOSEE PARK IMPROVEMENTS
Administrator Blau stated that this grant will replace the lights at Losee Park with energy-efficient lights, which will provide a significant savings, build a new bathroom facility and concession stand and replace some of the perimeter
fencing around the park.
Trustee Hoyt moved, seconded by Trustee McGovern, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that Michael Blau, as Village Administrator of the Village of Tarrytown is hereby authorized and directed to file an application for funds from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation in accordance with the provisions of Title 9 of the Environmental Protection Act of 1993, in an amount not to exceed $400,000, and upon approval of said request to enter into and execute a project agreement with the State for such financial assistance to the Village of Tarrytown for Losee Park improvements and, if appropriate, a conservation easement/ preservation covenant to the deed of the assisted property.
SEQR – PIERSON PARK TENNIS COURTS AND BASKETBALL COURT
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Butler, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby declares itself Lead Agency for the development of the tennis courts and basketball court that is one component of the Pierson Park rehabilitation project; and
BE IT FURTHER 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 6 NYCRR 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 the Proposed Action will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment, and hereby adopts a Negative Declaration.
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR H-BRIDGE REHABILITATION
Administrator Blau stated that annually the State of New York inspects all bridges within the State. There is one column located at the southwest leg of the bridge which has been red flagged. There is nothing structurally wrong with the bridge. We will be shoring up that column and we will be seeking out to transfer grant funds to the H-Bridge project with intention to make a permanent repair to the column and also plan permanent repairs to the sidewalks and curves on the H-Bridge.
Trustee Hoyt moved, seconded by Trustee McGee, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby authorizes and directs the Village Administrator to execute an agreement with Experion Design Group, Engineering Division, to provide professional services for H-Bridge Rehabilitation to repair one of the supporting columns on the H-Bridge.
APPROVAL OF A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE TARRYTOWN BOAT CLUB, INC.
Trustee McGovern moved, seconded by Trustee Butler, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby authorizes and directs the Village Administrator to execute a lease agreement between the Village of Tarrytown and the Tarrytown Boat Club, Inc. for the placement of a barge adjacent to the underwater lands that are currently leased by the Boat Club for a limited period to attenuate wave action in the southeast corner of the dock area.
AGREEMENT WITH THE TOWN OF GREENBURGH REGARDING GLENVILLE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee McGovern, that the following be approved. Motion carried, all voting “aye” with the exception of Trustee Hoyt who abstained. Approved: 5-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby authorizes and directs the Village Administrator to execute an agreement between the Town of Greenburgh and
the Village of Tarrytown to provide Fire Protection Services to the Glenville Fire Protection District.
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR FIRE APPARATUS CONSULTANT – RIVERSIDE HOSE FIRE COMPANY
Trustee McGovern moved, seconded by Trustee Hoyt, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby authorizes and directs the Village Administrator to execute an agreement with East West Fire Apparatus Consultants (EWFAC) to provide assistance during the manufacturing process for the new Riverside Hose pumper.
RESOLUTION – FIRE DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL CHANGES
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Hoyt, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby approves the following Fire Department personnel changes recommended at the June 15, 2010 Board of Fire Wardens meeting: Membership: Ricardo R. Palma was approved for active membership in Conqueror Hook & Ladder; and Frank Recine was approved for active membership in Consolidated Engine Company. David Cappello Jr. was removed as active member of Consolidated Engine Company. Drivers: Brian Duggan and Sean Scogna Jr. were passed as drivers for Riverside Hose Company; and Bill Maher was passed as a crew member of Marine 5.
SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING – REMOVAL OF PARKING METER FEES IN VILLAGE CODE
Trustee Butler moved, seconded by Trustee McGee, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby schedule a Public Hearing for the regular meeting of August 16, 2010 to hear and discuss a proposed amendment to the Code of the Village of Tarrytown, Section 291-41, Parking Meter Fees to remove all parking meter fees from the Code and place them in the Master Fee Schedule.
SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING – EARLY RETIREMENT INCENTIVE
Trustee McGee moved, seconded by Trustee McGovern, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby schedule a Public Hearing for the regular meeting of August 16, 2010 to hear and discuss a Local Law to offer the New York State Early Retirement Incentive to Village positions.
COMMUNITY GARDEN LEASE AGREEMENT
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Hoyt, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby authorizes and directs the Village Administrator to execute a lease agreement between the Village of Tarrytown
and the Tarrytown Hall Care Center for the purpose of operating and maintaining a community garden on approximately 625 square feet located at the Tarry Hall Care Center.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON JUNE 21, 2010
Trustee McGee moved, seconded by Trustee Basher, that the following be approved. Motion carried, all voting “aye” with the exception of Trustees Butler and McGovern who abstained. Approved: 4-0
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 June 21, as submitted by the Village Clerk.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON JUNE 21, 2010
Trustee McGee moved, seconded by Trustee Basher, that the following be approved. Motion carried, all voting “aye” with the exception of Trustees Butler and McGovern who abstained. Approved: 4-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby approves the minutes of the special meeting of the Board of Trustees held on June 21, 2010, as submitted by the Village Administrator.
APPROVAL OF AUDITED VOUCHERS NO. 000241 THROUGH NO. 000526
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Butler, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED the Board of Trustees hereby approves the Audited Vouchers No. 000241 through No. 000526 is hereby ordered paid in the following amounts:
General $ 736,092.31
Water 99,845.33
Capital 630,054.11
Library 41,476.87
Trust & Agency 4,508.72
Total $ 1,511,977.34
The Board was polled all voting “aye” with the exception of Trustee McGee who abstained from Voucher Numbers 000280, 000330, 000391, 000392, 000470, 000471, and 000516 and Trustee Hoyt who abstained from Voucher Numbers 000337, 000461, and 000502. Motion carried. 6-0
ADJOURNMENT
Trustee Hoyt moved, seconded by Trustee Basher, and unanimously carried, that the meeting be adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Carol A. Booth
Village Clerk
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