Board of Trustees
Village of Tarrytown
Regular Meeting No. 13
September 2, 2014
8:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Mayor Fixell presiding; Trustees Basher; Butler; Hoyt; McGee and McGovern and Zollo; Administrator Blau; Village Attorney Shumejda and Village Clerk Booth
The meeting began with the Pledge to the Flag.
MOMENT OF SILENCE – ANTHONY RUGGIERO JR., JOHN KELLY AND FRANK O’BRIEN
Mayor Fixell requested a moment of silence in honor and memory of the fourth-year anniversary of the deaths of John Kelly and Anthony Ruggiero Jr. and in honor and memory of Frank O’Brien, husband of Eileen O’Brien, Deputy Treasurer, who passed away over the weekend.
REPORTS
Trustee Zollo noted that he is the Liaison to the Beautification Committee, which is a committee of Village residents appointed by the Board. This committee plants flowers in the Village every year and this year they did an exceptional job. The members on the Beautification Committee are Eleanor Ross, BetteJane Lugari, Nancy Quinn, Hedi Eulau, Eve Janos and Stacy Belkind. He wanted to thank them publically for doing a fantastic job. The Village looks beautiful, particularly on Main Street and Broadway with the potted plants and hanging baskets.
Mayor Fixell thanked the Department of Public Works for the tremendous job they have done all summer keeping up with watering and caring for the flowers in the downtown area.
Trustee Hoyt noted the following:
- The Village-Wide Tag Sale will be held on Saturday, September 20th from 10 a.m. to
5 p.m. In order to have your address placed on the Tag Sale Location Map, you can contact the Recreation Department at 631-8389.
- There is a new website for the Village’s Halloween Parade which is up and running.
It was setup by Veronica Black. Go to www.tarrytownparade.com and view the website. There are pictures of the past Halloween parades and information for our 2014 Halloween parade.
ADMINISTRATORS REPORT
- The new culvert on Neperan Road just east of Sunnyside Avenue was replaced and the repaving of the area will be completed as part of the Village repaving project The repaving project is scheduled to commence anywhere between September 15 and September 30. We are awaiting a firm date from the paving contractor. In addition to a portion of Neperan Road, other roads scheduled for repaving are Riverview Avenue, from Glen to Bridge Street; Crest Drive, from Midland to Gunpowder; Midland Avenue, from Ridgewood Terrace to Crest Drive extension; North Washington Street, from Central to Wildey; Kaldenberg Place; Main Street from Cortlandt to Windle Park.
- There is street grate on North Broadway at Wildey Street that has been a problem for vehicular traffic. The grate belongs to Con Edison and they have been noticed a number of times to repair the grate. The Superintendent has once again noticed them to repair the grate.
- There is construction occurring at the present time at the Music Hall. The work has impacted upon the traffic and parking on Kaldenberg Place. The major work has been completed, with a concrete pour into the lower level of the Music Hall last Friday. The traffic and parking issues should subside by the end of the week, with parking behind the Music Hall being used by the contractors beginning next Monday.
Mayor Fixell asked Administrator Blau if he had information on the work currently being done on Franklin Street. Franklin Street was closed today from Broadway to Washington Street. Administrator Blau noted that a truck hit a pole travelling east on Franklin Street. The truck lost its breaks and the only thing that stopped the truck from rolling down the hill was the pole. The road was closed while Con Edison repaired the pole. As of tonight, the repair to the pole is complete and Franklin Street is now open.
PUBLIC HEARING – HISTORIC COMMONS DISTRICT HC ZONE - Continued to September 15, 2014
Trustee Butler moved, seconded by Trustee McGovern and unanimously carried, that a new public hearing on the Historic Commons District HC Zone be opened.
Administrator Blau stated that the Village had received a letter from the attorney representing the Unification Church, owners of the Belvedere property. There are two pieces of property that are part of the amendment to the zoning map that are currently zoned R-40 and are surrounded by Historic Commons District properties. One is a County owned deed-restricted property which is towards the back of the area under review and one where the Belvedere mansion is located. That is the piece of property that is the subject of the letter. The attorney for the Unification Church has voiced the Church’s opposition to the Board considering the amendment to the zoning map as it relates to the church owned property to change that zoning from R-40 to HC. The new HC
legislation, which is the subject of the first public hearing establishes new restrictions and clarifies what can be done in the HC District. There are new bulk regulations and modifications as to what uses are permitted in the zone subject to compatible use permit.
Trustee Butler asked if the Village had received a comment from the County regarding the County-owned deed restricted zoning destination from the existing R-40 to the proposed HC on the zoning map. Administrator Blau stated that a copy of the law was sent to the County for their input and we have not heard from the County.
Kaye Allen, Unification Church, stated that Mr. Kirkpatrick is the attorney for the Unification Church who sent the Village a letter. He asked that his letter be read into the record. He could not make this meeting tonight and asked if this public hearing can be held over to the next board meeting. Mayor Fixell stated that we are continuing the public hearing so there will be another opportunity for Mr. Kirkpatrick to speak on the subject.
The letter from Mr. Kirkpatrick, Attorney for the Unification Church to the Board of Trustees will be attached to the official minutes of this meeting. The following is a summary of Mr. Kirkpatrick’s letter:
“First, there may be a misunderstanding. Although the 2001 Conservation Easement between the Church, Scenic Hudson and Westchester County does indeed restrict development, it does not apply to the entire Belvedere property. While it does apply to the County property (formerly Church property) it only applies to a portion of the Belvedere property. Consequently, only about half of the Belvedere property is restricted from further construction. The Church carefully negotiated the terms of this Easement, and the area of greatest restriction, to strike a fair balance between conservation, viewshed protection, and potential future uses. Your proposed rezoning of the Belvedere property to HC upsets this balance and retroactively changes the essential terms of
the 2001 Agreement. Together with the more limited uses allowed in the HC Zone, this map amendment severely restricts the Church in the fulfillment of its mission.
Second, if you must proceed with this map amendment, we ask that you do not change the uses to which the Church might put the property. The R-40 zone allows a reasonable variety of religious uses, including churches, synagogues, parish houses and buildings for religious education as permitted principal uses; organized child-care facilities as an accessory use; and schools, colleges, universities, theological or trade or industrial schools with a conditional use permit. The HC Zone permits some of these, but makes them all subject to a conditional use permit. Thereby existing uses at Belvedere are rendered non-conforming, since they have no such permit, and become subject to additional strictures on modifications and rebuilding after a fire. It might make much
more sense for the Village to instead: 1) leave Belvedere in the R-40 zone; and 2) delete conference centers from all properties in the HC zone, as proposed, but allow that use only on very large properties on a State highway in the R-40 zone such as Belvedere. It is respectfully requested therefore that the proposed HC map amendment not be applied to the Belvedere property, or at least that the permitted uses remain the same plus conference centers.”
Jeffrey Anzevino, Scenic Hudson Director of Land Use Advocacy read his statement (the complete statement will be attached to the official minutes of this meeting). Mr. Anzevino requested the following statement be placed into the record for all four of the inter-related public hearings:
“Historic Commons District HC Zone – Scenic Hudson supports adoption of the newly noticed Local Law amending the Historic Commons District HC Zone – and we believe that should be done in lieu of the previous version under consideration as a Continuation of a Public Hearing – Historic Commons District. In particular, Scenic Hudson supports the statement of Legislative Intent and Findings of Fact for the Historic Commons District HC Zone as written. Indeed, as the Findings of Fact illustrate, the mansion district – southern portion of the Village west of South Broadway – represents unique historic and cultural asset. Further, the Historic Commons zoning district preserves the remaining open spaces, maintains the existing pattern of development, and preserves the visual integrity of several
important historic and recreational resources. To protect these resources, new development or reuse of existing structures in the HC District must be consistent with the single family uses on large lots. They must also be architecturally compatible with historic resources and the visual quality of existing buildings, landscapes, and sites. In order to ensure this is well understood, we suggest that these same concepts be added to the Local Law as a Purpose and Intent section to be codified in Section 305-38 of the Zoning Code.
In addition, Scenic Hudson commends the Village for including in the proposed HC District amendment provisions that require a visual assessment when projects are visible from parcels of land, including sites listed on the National, State or local Registers of Historic Places, sites or structures within historic districts, or dedicated parkland. These new provisions, which will prevent significant aesthetic impact within the HC District, will also serve to meet the goals of the Comprehensive Plan and preserve the Village’s historic resources. We might suggest, however, that a definition be provided for the term “Senior Housing” and that other terms used in the Local Law be consistent with those defined in Section 305-5 of the Zoning Code. Zoning Map – Scenic Hudson supports the rezoning of the two
parcels from R-40 to HC in order that their designation is consistent with adjacent parcels. It should be noted that of these two parcels, one is County parkland and the other is subject to a Scenic Hudson-held conservation easement.
Comprehensive Plan – Scenic Hudson supports the proposed amendment to the Future Land Use map in the Comprehensive Plan. These amendments merely correct an error in the Future Land Use map and will appropriately show that Historic Commons HC Zone is intended as “Low Density Residential.” Conclusion – The actions that Scenic Hudson supports are consistent with and are essential in implementing the Village’s Comprehensive Plan, which recognizes the importance of the historic and recreational resources in the Historic Commons District, as well as the visual qualities of the landscape and its proximity to the Hudson River. The Comprehensive Plan explicitly states:“The large estates, Heritage Park, Conference Center, and existing low density residential uses lend an open space character to
the south of the Village. This character will be preserved and augmented with the creation of some small public parks, and the preservation of the wetlands. Any future development here will be predominantly low-density residential uses.”
Emphasis added
Village of Tarrytown Comprehensive Plan, 2007, page 10.2
Protecting the context of the historic sites, parks, recreational trails, and scenic Hudson River views in the southern portion of the village west of Broadway is essential in maintaining the open space character of the HC District. Hence, clear and protective provisions are necessary in the Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use map and Historic Commons HC Zone. Without these proposed actions, these important historic sites and the context of RiverWalk South and the Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park would likely be at risk. Scenic Hudson supports adoption of the newly noticed Local Law amending the Historic Commons District HC Zone as well as proposed amendments to the zoning map and Future Land Use map.”
Howard Zar, Executive Director of Lyndhurst, thanked the Village Board for their work and supports the adoption of the new Historic Commons HC Zone and the amendment to the Zoning Map. He is particularly thankful for the inclusion of viewshed protections because those clearly protect a very important parcel of national patrimony of which they are the stewards. He commented on the language in §305-38 H. Viewshed Protection 1.(c) “Identify whether or not there are any visually similar projects within three miles of the proposed project.” He senses that the revision was intended to ensure that anything that was built was in keeping with architectural fabric within the Tarrytown area. If that is not correct, he would like someone to give him the intent. He feels it is an overly broad provision. Near the Lyndhurst property is a diner, a concrete block discount tire store, and even such things as Victorian buildings on Tarrytown’s Main Street would be inappropriate to be
rebuilt in that area. He feels that this provision might need further clarification. This viewshed protection does not allow for something that he believes is important. There were historic buildings directly opposite of Lyndhurst on one of the properties in the Historic Commons known as Willow Pond. The house that stood immediately to the north was basically a brick colonial revival structure that is well documented, basically in the direct sight line of Lyndhurst on the top plateau that overlooks the Hudson River. If there is an ability to restore the exterior and/or interior buildings that have been lost and recreate what was historically there before these buildings have been torn down, we would welcome that as part of the viewshed protection. The current law would not allow that in the viewshed protection. Viewshed protection is not only restricting what we see, but recreating what was seen historically. He doesn’t know if this
can be determined by a committee or something that has to be placed into the law. Mr. Zar is very supportive and appreciative of the work the Village has done on behalf of Lyndhurst and the National Trust.
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Zollo, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby continue the public hearing to the next regular Board meeting on September 15, 2014, as amended, to include the legislative intent as part of the zoning text that would go into the Zoning Code. Administrator Blau noted that this change to the legislation will be re-noticed in the newspaper to include the legislative intent, using the same language, which will be codified into the Village Code.
CONTINUATION OF A PUBLIC HEARING – HISTORIC COMMONS DISTRICT – Continued to September 15, 2014
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Hoyt and unanimously carried, that the hearing be opened.
Jeffrey Anzevino, Scenic Hudson Director of Land Use Advocacy requested the following statement be placed into the record for all four of the inter-related public hearings:
“Historic Commons District HC Zone – Scenic Hudson supports adoption of the newly noticed Local Law amending the Historic Commons District HC Zone – and we believe that should be done in lieu of the previous version under consideration as a Continuation of a Public Hearing – Historic Commons District. In particular, Scenic Hudson supports the statement of Legislative Intent and Findings of Fact for the Historic Commons District HC Zone as written. Indeed, as the Findings of Fact illustrate, the mansion district – southern portion of the Village west of South Broadway – represents unique historic and cultural asset. Further, the Historic Commons zoning district preserves the remaining open spaces, maintains the existing pattern of development, and preserves the visual integrity of several
important historic and recreational resources. To protect these resources, new development or reuse of existing structures in the HC District must be consistent with the single family uses on large lots. They must also be architecturally compatible with historic resources and the visual quality of existing buildings, landscapes, and sites. In order to ensure this is well understood, we suggest that these same concepts be added to the Local Law as a Purpose and Intent section to be codified in Section 305-38 of the Zoning Code.
In addition, Scenic Hudson commends the Village for including in the proposed HC District amendment provisions that require a visual assessment when projects are visible from parcels of land, including sites listed on the National, State or local Registers of Historic Places, sites or structures within historic districts, or dedicated parkland. These new provisions, which will prevent significant aesthetic impact within the HC District, will also serve to meet the goals of the Comprehensive Plan and preserve the Village’s historic resources.
We might suggest, however, that a definition be provided for the term “Senior Housing” and that other terms used in the Local Law be consistent with those defined in Section 305-5 of the Zoning Code.
Zoning Map – Scenic Hudson supports the rezoning of the two parcels from R-40 to HC in order that their designation is consistent with adjacent parcels. It should be noted that of these two parcels, one is County parkland and the other is subject to a Scenic Hudson-held conservation easement. Comprehensive Plan – Scenic Hudson supports the proposed amendment to the Future Land Use map in the Comprehensive Plan. These amendments merely correct an error in the Future Land Use map and will appropriately show that Historic Commons HC Zone is intended as “Low Density Residential.”
Conclusion – The actions that Scenic Hudson supports are consistent with and are essential in implementing the Village’s Comprehensive Plan, which recognizes the importance of the historic and recreational resources in the Historic Commons District, as well as the visual qualities of the landscape and its proximity to the Hudson River. The Comprehensive Plan explicitly states:“The large estates, Heritage Park, Conference Center, and existing low density residential uses lend an open space character to the south of the Village. This character will be preserved and augmented with the creation of some small public parks, and the preservation of the wetlands. Any future development here will be predominantly low-density residential uses.”
Emphasis added
Village of Tarrytown Comprehensive Plan, 2007, page 10.2
Protecting the context of the historic sites, parks, recreational trails, and scenic Hudson River views in the southern portion of the village west of Broadway is essential in maintaining the open space character of the HC District. Hence, clear and protective provisions are necessary in the Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use map and Historic Commons HC Zone. Without these proposed actions, these important historic sites and the context of RiverWalk South and the Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park would likely be at risk. Scenic Hudson supports adoption of the newly noticed Local Law amending the Historic Commons District HC Zone as well as proposed amendments to the zoning map and Future Land Use map.”
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Zollo, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby continue the public hearing to the next regular Board meeting on September 15, 2014.
CONTINUATION OF A PUBLIC HEARING – ZONING MAP - Continued to September 15, 2014
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Hoyt and unanimously carried, that the hearing be opened.
Jeffrey Anzevino, Scenic Hudson Director of Land Use Advocacy requested the following statement be placed into the record for all four of the inter-related public hearings:
“Historic Commons District HC Zone – Scenic Hudson supports adoption of the newly noticed Local Law amending the Historic Commons District HC Zone – and we believe that should be done in lieu of the previous version under consideration as a Continuation of a Public Hearing – Historic Commons District. In particular, Scenic Hudson supports the statement of Legislative Intent and Findings of Fact for the Historic Commons District HC Zone as written. Indeed, as the Findings of Fact illustrate, the mansion district – southern portion of the Village west of South Broadway – represents unique historic and cultural asset. Further, the Historic Commons zoning district preserves the remaining open spaces, maintains the existing pattern of development, and preserves the visual integrity of several
important historic and recreational resources. To protect these resources, new development or reuse of existing structures in the HC District must be consistent with the single family uses on large lots. They must also be architecturally compatible with historic resources and the visual quality of existing buildings, landscapes, and sites. In order to ensure this is well understood, we suggest that these same concepts be added to the Local Law as a Purpose and Intent section to be codified in Section 305-38 of the Zoning Code.
In addition, Scenic Hudson commends the Village for including in the proposed HC District amendment provisions that require a visual assessment when projects are visible from parcels of land, including sites listed on the National, State or local Registers of Historic Places, sites or structures within historic districts, or dedicated parkland. These new provisions, which will prevent significant aesthetic impact within the HC District, will also serve to meet the goals of the Comprehensive Plan and preserve the Village’s historic resources. We might suggest, however, that a definition be provided for the term “Senior Housing” and that other terms used in the Local Law be consistent with those defined in Section 305-5 of the Zoning Code. Zoning Map – Scenic Hudson supports the rezoning of the two
parcels from R-40 to HC in order that their designation is consistent with adjacent parcels. It should be noted that of these two parcels, one is County parkland and the other is subject to a Scenic Hudson-held conservation easement. Comprehensive Plan – Scenic Hudson supports the proposed amendment to the Future Land Use map in the Comprehensive Plan. These amendments merely correct an error in the Future Land Use map and will appropriately show that Historic Commons HC Zone is intended as “Low Density Residential.”
Conclusion – The actions that Scenic Hudson supports are consistent with and are essential in implementing the Village’s Comprehensive Plan, which recognizes the importance of the historic and recreational resources in the Historic Commons District, as well as the visual qualities of the landscape and its proximity to the Hudson River. The Comprehensive Plan explicitly states:“The large estates, Heritage Park, Conference Center, and existing low density residential uses lend an open space character to the south of the Village. This character will be preserved and augmented with the creation of some small public parks, and the preservation of the wetlands. Any future development here will be predominantly low-density residential uses.”
Emphasis added
Village of Tarrytown Comprehensive Plan, 2007, page 10.2
Protecting the context of the historic sites, parks, recreational trails, and scenic Hudson River views in the southern portion of the village west of Broadway is essential in maintaining the open space character of the HC District. Hence, clear and protective provisions are necessary in the Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use map and Historic Commons HC Zone. Without these proposed actions, these important historic sites and the context of RiverWalk South and the Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park would likely be at risk. Scenic Hudson supports adoption of the newly noticed Local Law amending the Historic Commons District HC Zone as well as proposed amendments to the zoning map and Future Land Use map.”
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Zollo, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby continue the public hearing to the next regular Board meeting on September 15, 2014.
CONTINUATION OF A PUBLIC HEARING – COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - Continued to September 15, 2014
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Hoyt and unanimously carried, that the hearing be opened.
Jeffrey Anzevino, Scenic Hudson Director of Land Use Advocacy requested the following statement be placed into the record for all four of the inter-related public hearings:
“Historic Commons District HC Zone – Scenic Hudson supports adoption of the newly noticed Local Law amending the Historic Commons District HC Zone – and we believe that should be done in lieu of the previous version under consideration as a Continuation of a Public Hearing – Historic Commons District. In particular, Scenic Hudson supports the statement of Legislative Intent and Findings of Fact for the Historic Commons District HC Zone as written. Indeed, as the Findings of Fact illustrate, the mansion district – southern portion of the Village west of South Broadway – represents unique historic and cultural asset. Further, the Historic Commons zoning district preserves the remaining open spaces, maintains the existing pattern of development, and preserves the visual integrity of several important
historic and recreational resources. To protect these resources, new development or reuse of existing structures in the HC District must be consistent with the single family uses on large lots. They must also be architecturally compatible with historic resources and the visual quality of existing buildings, landscapes, and sites. In order to ensure this is well understood, we suggest that these same concepts be added to the Local Law as a Purpose and Intent section to be codified in Section 305-38 of the Zoning Code. In addition, Scenic Hudson commends the Village for including in the proposed HC District amendment provisions that require a visual assessment when projects are visible from parcels of land, including sites listed on the National, State or local Registers of Historic Places, sites or structures within historic districts, or dedicated parkland. These new provisions, which will prevent significant aesthetic impact within the HC District, will
also serve to meet the goals of the Comprehensive Plan and preserve the Village’s historic resources. We might suggest, however, that a definition be provided for the term “Senior Housing” and that other terms used in the Local Law be consistent with those defined in Section 305-5 of the Zoning Code.
Zoning Map – Scenic Hudson supports the rezoning of the two parcels from R-40 to HC in order that their designation is consistent with adjacent parcels. It should be noted that of these two parcels, one is County parkland and the other is subject to a Scenic Hudson-held conservation easement. Comprehensive Plan – Scenic Hudson supports the proposed amendment to the Future Land Use map in the Comprehensive Plan. These amendments merely correct an error in the Future Land Use map and will appropriately show that Historic Commons HC Zone is intended as “Low Density Residential.”
Conclusion – The actions that Scenic Hudson supports are consistent with and are essential in implementing the Village’s Comprehensive Plan, which recognizes the importance of the historic and recreational resources in the Historic Commons District, as well as the visual qualities of the landscape and its proximity to the Hudson River. The Comprehensive Plan explicitly states:“The large estates, Heritage Park, Conference Center, and existing low density residential uses lend an open space character to the south of the Village. This character will be preserved and augmented with the creation of some small public parks, and the preservation of the wetlands. Any future development here will be predominantly low-density residential uses.
Emphasis added
Village of Tarrytown Comprehensive Plan, 2007, page 10.2
Protecting the context of the historic sites, parks, recreational trails, and scenic Hudson River views in the southern portion of the village west of Broadway is essential in maintaining the open space character of the HC District. Hence, clear and protective provisions are necessary in the Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use map and Historic Commons HC Zone. Without these proposed actions, these important historic sites and the context of RiverWalk South and the Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park would likely be at risk.
Scenic Hudson supports adoption of the newly noticed Local Law amending the Historic Commons District HC Zone as well as proposed amendments to the zoning map and Future Land Use map.”
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Zollo, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby continue the public hearing to the next regular Board meeting on September 15, 2014.
OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE BOARD ONLY ON AGENDA ITEMS. SPEAKERS SHALL HAVE THREE (3) MINUTES TO ADDRESS THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES.
Cathy Ruhland, 17 Walden Road, spoke about agenda item, “Friends of Wilson Park.” She applauds her neighbors’ efforts and thinks it’s a great idea to establish an organization that will take care of the new Wilson Park, especially in this era of reduced public funding for maintenance. She asked the Board to make sure the Friends of Wilson Park is a public service organization that has a broad membership and a membership that is open to the Tarrytown public. It will be important for the organization’s documents to reflect this and to be aligned with the interest of the greater public, which includes things, such as access to the newly built lakes trail and access for the handicapped. It should also be aligned with all the efforts of the Planning Board that has led to the creation of the
open space at Wilson Park and to the recommendations and efforts from the Lakes Committee. She looks forward to supporting a vibrant and active Friends of Wilson Park organization.
APPOINTMENT OF GENERAL FOREMAN
Trustee Hoyt moved, seconded by Trustee Zollo, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby appoint Louis Tucci to the position of General Foreman at an annual salary of $90,000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the appointment shall be effective on September 3, 2014 and shall be subject to a probationary period and to all applicable civil service rules and regulations.
FRIENDS OF WILSON PARK
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Hoyt, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby table the “Friends of Wilson Park” resolution for consideration at a future Board of Trustees meeting.
PARKING SYSTEM, RESIDENTIAL
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Zollo, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown hereby approves the following amendments to Chapter 220 of the Code of the Village of Tarrytown entitled “Residential Parking System:”
Material to be deleted is set forth in parenthesis [ ]. New material is set forth in bold.
Chapter 220. Parking System, Residential
§220-1. Legislative findings and intent
A.
The Board of Trustees finds that a lack of parking for residents of certain areas of the Village of Tarrytown has resulted in traffic hazards, congestion and air and noise pollution. In addition, such lack of parking poses a hazard to residents and other pedestrians in such area.
B.
The Board of Trustees further finds that a residential parking system within such area will reduce such hazards and will reduce pollution levels as well. The Board of
Trustees, therefore, hereby declares the necessity of adopting a residential parking system.
§220.2. Parking system established.
A residential parking permit system is hereby established:
A.
Within the Miller Park neighborhood of the Village of Tarrytown, which shall mean that area generally bounded on the easterly side by South Broadway; on the northerly side by Franklin Street; on the westerly side by Franklin Courts and the Metro-North Commuter Railroad tracks; and on the southerly side by Church Street.
B.
On Hamilton Place
C.
Within the Northwest Boundary Parking District [generally bounded on the westerly side by Cottage Place, including Cottage Place; on the southerly side by Central Avenue; on the northerly side by the village line; and on the easterly side by North Washington Street.] which shall include White Street; Cottage Place; Wildey Street, from Central Avenue to North Washington Street; Mechanic Avenue; Linden Place; Wood Court; Hanford Place; Central Avenue, from Wildey Street to North Washington Street; Windle Park; and Storm Street.
§220-3. No permit required on certain streets.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, no permit shall be required on streets where adjacent properties are zoned for commercial/retail use.
§220-4. Parking system regulations.
A.
Motor vehicles registered pursuant to §404-a of the Vehicle and Traffic Law shall be exempt from any permit requirement.
B.
The times of the day and the days of the week during which permit requirements shall be in effect are 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday for the area described in §220-2A and B. The times of the day and days of the week during which permit requirements shall be in effect are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday for the areas described in §220-2C. {Amended 1-18-2000 by L.L. No. 1-2000}
C.
Not less than 20% of all spaces within the permit area will be available to nonresidents and short-term parking of not less than 90 minutes in duration shall be provided in such area.
D.
There will be no fees to be paid for such permits.
SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING –REFERRAL OF APPLICANTS FOR BUILDING PERMITS
Trustee Hoyt moved, seconded by Trustee Butler, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby schedule a Public Hearing for the regular meeting of September 15, 2014, to hear and discuss and act upon a proposed amendment to the Code of the Village of Tarrytown, Chapter 9 entitled “Architectural Review Board,” §9-4. Referral of applicants for building permits, for the purpose to simplify the process for interested property owners to install solar panels.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON AUGUST 18, 2014
Trustee Zollo moved, seconded by Trustee McGovern, that the following resolution be approved. Motion carried, all voting “aye” with the exception of Trustee Basher who abstained. Approved: 6-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees held on August 18, 2014 as submitted by the Village Clerk.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL WORK SESSION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON AUGUST 13, 2014
Trustee Basher moved, seconded by Trustee Zollo, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby approve the minutes of the special work session n meeting of the Board of Trustees held on August 13, 2014 as submitted by the Village Administrator.
APPROVAL OF AUDITED VOUCHERS
Trustee Hoyt moved, seconded by Trustee Zollo, and unanimously carried, that the following resolution be approved: Approved: 7-0
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Tarrytown does hereby approve Abstract No. 4 of Audited Vouchers to be paid in the following amounts:
General $ 274,765.99
Water 20,393.43
Sewer Fund 0.00
Capital 57.77
Library 7,929.57
Trust & Agency 2,801.65
Total $ 305,948.41
The Board was polled all voting “aye” with the exception of Trustee McGee who recused herself from Voucher Numbers 2012246880 and 2012246934 and Trustee Hoyt who recused himself from Voucher Number 2012246853. Motion carried. 7-0
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
Mayor Fixell asked whether anyone wished to address the Board on any matter. No one appeared.
ADJOURNMENT
Trustee Zollo moved, seconded by Trustee Hoyt, and unanimously carried, that the meeting be adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
Carol A. Booth
Village Clerk
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