TOWN OF ORANGETOWN
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING
TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2010
This Town Board Meeting was opened at 7:33 p.m. Supervisor Whalen presided and the Town Clerk called the Roll. Present were:
Councilman Denis Troy
Councilwoman Nancy Low-Hogan
Councilman Thomas Diviny
Councilman Michael Maturo
Also present: Charlotte Madigan, Town Clerk
John Edwards, Town Attorney
Charles Richardson, Director of Finance
James Dean, Superintendent of Highways
Joe Rutkowski, Sewer Chief Operator
John Giardiello, Director of OBZPAE
Esta Baitler led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Summary of Public Comments (RTBM):
Rose Marie Raccioppi, Poet, presented the Town with a framed writing of her poem that she wrote for Memorial Day. She spoke about a cost analysis for eliminating pesticides.
Esta Baitler, Consumer Advocate for Cathy Lukens Home, favored the agreement for sidewalks along Route 340. She requested more concerts in Town parks and the sewer odors be addressed.
Eileen Larkin, Palisades, thanked Larry Costello for all his work with the golf course. She wants the Town to be paid for use of any of the Town’s cell towers. Regarding the PLA, all contractors should be able to submit bids.
Mike Mandel, Pearl River, is in favor of environmental studies on cell towers, the RFP for the Golf Pro Shop Management and the golf course project to move forward. He’s against $1,000 funding to Rockland Community College senior citizens.
Ruth Mulford, Associated Builders & Contractors, spoke about the PLA for Blue Hill Golf Club renovations and urged the Town Board not to adopt it.
Tom Walsh, Attorney in White Plains, said adopting a PLA on the Blue Hill Golf Club renovations will not outweigh the harm of discriminating against residents.
Tom Bertussi, Pearl River, is against the PLA. He believes in free enterprise and not socialism. The Town Board’s responsibility is to save taxpayers’ money. He spoke about all the money his company has saved the Town and the right to bid on projects.
Lou Bertussi, Pearl River, is also against the PLA. PLA’s take time and waste money. This project could be started right now and be completed on time, without a PLA.
Paul Valentine, Blauvelt, is against the PLA. He pointed out that the due diligence study for the radio control room and the Town are practically identical. All resident contractors should be able to bid on all jobs.
Andrew Wiley, Pearl River, is against PLA.
John Bertussi, Pearl River, is also against PLA. He compared costs between PLA and private contractors.
RESOLUTION NO. 472 CLOSE PUBLIC COMMENTS
Councilwoman Low-Hogan offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the public portion is hereby closed.
Ayes: Councilpersons Low-Hogan, Maturo, Troy, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 473 OPEN PH/SPECIAL PERMIT/SEAN QUINN/3 UNION ST/SPARKILL
Councilwoman Low-Hogan offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the 8:00 p.m. public hearing, to consider Sean Quinn’s Special Permit Petition (77.08-5-48) for mixed use, in the Sparkill Hamlet Overlay District, is hereby opened.
Ayes: Councilpersons Low-Hogan, Maturo, Troy, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
Charlotte Madigan, Town Clerk, presented the Affidavit of Publication, the Notice of Posting and the applicant’s Affidavit of Mailings and Postings; copies are labeled Exhibit 8-A-10 and made a part of these minutes.
Donald Brenner, Attorney, explained this proposal is to construct a new two-story building with commercial and residential units on Washington Street and to demolish an existing building on Union Street and to construct two more two-story buildings with commercial and residential units.
Summary of Public portion:
Anne Gusmano, Sparkill, is not against development in Sparkill, unless it will cause more flooding in her home. Currently, her sump pump runs 24/7, 365 days a year. She is in favor of this project, if it can incorporate a plan that would rectify her flooding current condition that was caused by previous construction 26 years ago.
James Castagna, Sparkill, supports this investment and appreciates that the look and feel of Sparkill will be reflected in these changes. Provisions and covenants should be put in place.
Eileen Larkin, Palisades, asked if these units will be rentals. She believes it is important that this site be maintained by the owner.
Harold Sayre, Sparkill, is concerned how this project will affect his property, the business hours, and parking.
Andrew Wiley, Pearl River, is in favor of this project and in favor of the Town investing in Sparkill. He said usage and drainage will be addressed by the Planning Board.
Ann Marie Uhl, Sparkill, is in favor of this project but would like to see a light at the end of Washington Street for safety reasons.
Donald Brenner, Attorney, addressed questions about drainage, maintenance, parking and hours of operation. He said, today there are very strict rules and codes that must be adhered to.
Supervisor Whalen read a letter from Laurie and Nicholas Gatti of Sparkill (Exhibit 8-B-10). They are concerned about vacant buildings, parking and the existing wildlife in this area.
RESOLUTION NO. 474 CLOSE PH/ SPECIAL PERMIT/SEAN QUINN/3 UNION ST/SPARKILL
Councilwoman Low-Hogan offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the public portion is hereby closed.
Ayes: Councilpersons Low-Hogan, Maturo, Troy, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 475 LEAD AGENCY/SPECIAL PERMIT/SEAN QUINN/3 UNION ST/SPARKILL
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilwoman Low-Hogan and was unanimously adopted:
Resolution No. 475 – Continued
RESOLVED, that the Town Board declares itself Lead Agency in this matter.
Ayes: Councilpersons Maturo, Low-Hogan, Troy, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 476 SEQRA DECLARATION/SPECIAL PERMIT/SEAN QUINN/3 UNION ST SPARKILL
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that a SEQRA Declaration of non-significance, indicating that the action the Town Board is contemplating will not have a significant negative impact on the environment, is hereby adopted; a copy is labeled Exhibit 8-C-10 and made a part of these minutes.
Ayes: Councilpersons Maturo, Troy, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 477 TB DECISION/SPECIAL PERMIT/SEAN QUINN/3 UNION ST/SPARKILL/GRANTED
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the petition from Sean Quinn’s for a Special Permit to allow mixed use at the property located at 3 Union Street, in the Sparkill Hamlet Overlay District (77.08-5-48) is hereby granted. The granting of this Special Permit is conditioned to site plan review by the Planning Board, variances as maybe required, and further, with respect or rather under Section 14.5C that any commercial uses that are actually installed, on the first floor, are subject to the restrictions of that Section.
Ayes: Councilpersons Maturo, Diviny, Troy, Low-Hogan
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 478 OPEN PH/SPECIAL PERMIT/JOHN MASCIA/HIGHLAND MEWS AT SPARKILL
Councilwoman Low-Hogan offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED that the 8:05 p.m. public hearing to consider John Mascia’s Special Permit Petition, for mixed use, at Highland Mews at Sparkill (77.08-5-49), in the Sparkill Hamlet Overlay District, is hereby opened.
Ayes: Councilpersons Low-Hogan, Troy, Maturo, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
Charlotte Madigan, Town Clerk, presented the Affidavit of Publication, the Notice of Posting and the applicant’s Affidavit of Mailings and Postings; copies are labeled Exhibit 8-D-10 and made a part of these minutes.
Robert Prior, Attorney, explained the proposed development consists of a four lot subdivision, with residential dwelling units above commercial or business units and off-street parking.
Summary of Public Portion:
James Castagna, Sparkill, is in favor of this application. The Town should ensure owners to maintain landscaping, parking and occupancy. He also requested the Town to make some modest capital improvements.
Andrew Wiley, Pearl River, is in favor of this proposal. He suggested all utility wires be underground.
RESOLUTION NO. 479 CLOSE PH/SPECIAL PERMIT/JOHN MASCIA/HIGHLAND MEWS AT SPARKILL
Councilwoman Low-Hogan offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the public portion is hereby closed.
Ayes: Councilpersons Low-Hogan, Troy, Maturo, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 480 LEAD AGENCY/SPECIAL PERMIT JOHN MASCIA/HIGHLAND MEWS AT SPARKILL
Councilwoman Low-Hogan offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board declares itself Lead Agency in this matter.
Ayes: Councilpersons Low-Hogan, Maturo, Troy, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 481 SEQRA DECLARATION/SPECIAL PERMIT/JOHN MASCIA/HIGHLAND MEWS AT SPARKILL
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that a SEQRA Declaration of non-significance, indicating that the action the Town Board is contemplating will not have a significant negative impact on the environment, is hereby adopted; a copy is labeled Exhibit 8-E-10 and made a part of these minutes.
Ayes: Councilpersons Maturo, Diviny, Troy, Low-Hogan
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 482 TB DECISION/SPECIAL PERMIT/ JOHN MASCIA/HIGHLAND MEWS AT SPARKILL/GRANTED
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Special Permit petition from John Mascia, for mixed use, at Highland Mews at Sparkill (77.08-5-49), in the Sparkill Hamlet Overlay District is hereby granted. The granting of this Special Permit is conditioned to site plan review by the Planning Board, variances as maybe required, and further, with respect or rather under Section 14.5C that
Resolution No. 482 – Continued
any commercial uses that are actually installed, on the first floor, are subject to the restrictions of that Section.
Ayes: Councilpersons Maturo, Diviny, Troy, Low-Hogan
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 483 ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilwoman Low-Hogan and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board entered Executive Session at 9:40 p.m.
Ayes: Councilpersons Maturo, Low-Hogan, Troy, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
Resolution Nos. 484 and 485 see Executive Session.
RESOLUTION NO. 486 AUTHORIZE/RFP/CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES/BLUE HILL GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE/PRO SHOP
Councilwoman Low-Hogan offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Town Attorney is hereby authorized to prepare and distribute a Request for Proposal for Construction Management Services, relating to the proposed renovations to the Blue Hill Golf Course Clubhouse and Pro Shop. Said proposal may include a recommendation and analysis as to the benefits, if any, of a Project Labor Agreement.
Ayes: Councilpersons Low-Hogan, Troy, Maturo, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 487 APPROVE AID/ROCKLAND ROAD RUNNERS CLUB
Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilwoman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that aid to the Rockland Road Runners Club, for the use of (7) seven port-o-johns, for the 2010 South Nyack Ten miler, on Sunday, September 12, 2010, to be charged to Account # A7550/457, is hereby approved.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Maturo, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 488 APPROVE AID/PEARL RIVER LIONS CLUB/ANNUAL FLEA MARKET
Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
Resolution No. 488 – Continued
RESOLVED, that aid to the Pearl River Lions Club, for the use of (2) two port-o-johns and (8) eight garbage pails, for their Annual Flea Market and Craft Fair on Saturday, September 11th at the Central Avenue Field in Pearl River, to be charge to Acct #A7550/457, is hereby approved.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Maturo, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 489 APPROVE WAIVER OF BUILDING FEES/GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH/PEARL RIVER
Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilwoman Low-Hogan and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that a refund to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of Pearl River, for building permit fees, in the amount of $1,160.00, for the renovation and repairs, on the exterior of the eastern portion of the property, is hereby approved.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Low-Hogan, Maturo, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 490 HOMESTEAD BASE AND ADJUSTED BASE PROPORTIONS/ASSESSOR
Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilwoman Low-Hogan and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby adopts Certificate of Current Homestead Base Proportions and Adjusted Base Proportions (Forms 6701 & 6703), pursuant to Article 19, Section 1903 of the Real Property Tax Law, for the Levy of Taxes, on the 2010 Assessment Roll; a copy of said figures is labeled Exhibit 8-F-10 and made a part of these minutes and the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to affix Town Certification.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Low-Hogan, Maturo, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 491 TAX CERTIORARI SETTLEMENT ROCKLAND GARDEN ASSOC
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Town Attorney’s Office and the Assessor, Dennis D. Michaels, Deputy Town Attorney, is approved and authorized to sign the Consent Judgment regarding the tax certiorari proceeding Rockland Garden Assoc. v. The Assessor, et al., and Nyack Union Free School District, Intervenor-Respondent, Tax Map designation 66.29-1-23, for the tax assessment years 2006 through 2009, for a total refund by the County of $7,447 and for a total refund by the Town of $27,431. Interest on the Town’s liability, as a result of assessment decrease or refund, is waived, if payment is made within sixty (60) days after a copy of the order based upon the settlement is served on the Town.
Ayes: Councilpersons Maturo, Troy, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 492 RETAIN BECKMNN APPRAISALS INC. TAX CERTIORARIS/ROCKLAND COUNTRY CLUB/SALISBURY POINT COOPERATIVE, INC./USA CONST. CORP/ U&A CONST. CORP/ALUF REAL PROPERTY, INC/275 N MIDDLETOWN RD LLC/ROCKHILL BUILDING CORP.
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED that, upon the recommendation of the Town Attorney’s Office and the Assessor, Beckmann Appraisals, Inc., of Tappan, NY, is hereby retained to prepare preliminary appraisals for the following real properties: Rockland Country Club (S/B/L 78.09-1-24), Salisbury Point Cooperative, Inc. (S/B/L 66.78-1-27), USA Construction Corp. (S/B/L 74.11-1-27), U&A Construction Corp. (S/B/L 70.19-1-1), Aluf Real Property, Inc. (S/B/L 70.18-2-15 & 17; 70.18-2-16.1) and 275 North Middletown Road LLC/Rockhill Building Corp. (S/B/L 68.12-3-25), at a total cost of $35,000, for the preliminary appraisals only, to be charged to Account #A1355/485. The Assessor is authorized, subject to the stated total cost, to substitute other properties, as may be required, where proceedings relating to the above-referenced properties are resolved without the necessity for an appraisal.
Ayes: Councilpersons Maturo, Troy, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 493 TAX CERTIORARI/CLERMONT CONDOMINIUM II/66.39-1-3-201 THROUGH 66.39-1-3-2406
Supervisor Whalen offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Town Attorney’s Office and the Assessor, Dennis D. Michaels, Deputy Town Attorney, is hereby approved and authorized to sign the Consent Judgment, regarding the tax certiorari proceeding Clermont Condominium II v. Brian Kenney, Assessor, et ano, Tax Map designation 66.39-1-3-201 through 66.39-1-3-2406 for the tax assessment years 2003 through 2008, for a total refund by the County of $55,222 and for a total refund by the Town of $37,182. Interest on the Town’s liability as a result of assessment decrease or refund is waived, if payment is made within sixty (60) days, after a copy of the order based upon the settlement is served on the Town.
Ayes: Supervisor Whalen
Councilpersons Maturo, Troy, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 494 PILOT/PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES/ICCO II, LLC/73.19-1-5 and 73.15-1-16/OLYMPIC DR/TOWN ATTORNEY/ASSESSOR
Councilwoman Low-Hogan offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Town Attorney’s Office and the Assessor, the Payment in Lieu of Taxes Agreement, regarding real property commonly known as 1 Olympic Drive and 8 Olympic Drive, Orangeburg, New York (Tax Map Designation S/B/L 73.19-1-5; and 73.15-1-16), covering the tax assessment years commencing September 1, 2010 through August 31, 2019 for the School District, and January 1, 2011 through December 31,
Resolution No. 494 – Continued
2020, for the State, County and Town Tax is hereby approved and Paul Whalen, Supervisor, is hereby authorized to sign the Payment in Lieu of Taxes Agreement. The first year Town of Orangetown tax abatement for both properties is in the projected amount of $16,291.
Ayes: Councilpersons Low-Hogan, Maturo, Troy, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 495 APPROVE PAPAY ENGINEERING & CONSTR., INC./CELL ANTENNAS TOWN ATTORNEY
Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, MetroPCS New York, LLC. is seeking, to install cell phone antennas, on the Town owned Telecommunications Tower, located at 119 Route 303, Orangeburg, New York; and
WHEREAS, the Town’s Consultant has recommended the Town retain the services, of an independent engineering firm, to perform an engineering review of the tower, analysis and proposed installation and modifications to the tower;
RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves the proposal of Papay Engineering & Construction, Inc., for an engineering review of the tower, analysis and proposed installation and modifications to the existing tower, at a cost of $4,000.00, to be charged to applicant.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Diviny, Low-Hogan, Maturo
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 496 CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION/2010 SEWER WORK/SHF CORPORATION
Supervisor Whalen offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Town Attorney and the acting Director of the Department of Environmental Management and Engineering, a Certificate of Registration, for 2010 Sewer Work, is approved to SHF Corporation, 23 Briarwood Drive, New City, NY.
Ayes: Supervisor Whalen
Councilpersons Troy, Low-Hogan, Maturo, Diviny
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 497 APPROVE/AGREEMENT/LAWRENCE J COSTELLO/BLUE HILL GOLF ARCHITECT/PARKS
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, the TOWN is the owner of a municipal golf course facility, known as Blue Hill Golf Course, located on and along Orangeburg Road (a/k/a Veterans Memorial Drive), which facility includes as a component thereof a club house and pro shop (the “Clubhouse Building”); and
RESOLUTION NO. 497 – Continued
WHEREAS, the Clubhouse Building requires extensive renovations and repairs, in order to make it safe and attractive, to the playing public, thereby allowing it to meet its fullest potential, as both a recreational amenity and source of revenue to the TOWN; and
WHEREAS, Lawrence J. Costello is an Architect, licensed and registered to practice architecture in the State of New York, with experience, in the type of renovation project, needed to be undertaken in and about the Clubhouse Building, at the Blue Hill Golf Facility; and
WHEREAS, the ARCHITECT is also a resident of the Town of Orangetown and a member of the TOWN’S Golf Committee, duly appointed to such position, by the Town Board; and
WHEREAS, subject to, and in consideration of, the provisions set forth in a certain proposed Agreement, a copy of which shall be deemed a part of this resolution, the ARCHITECT has agreed to donate, at no cost to the TOWN (other than incidental disbursements), his architectural services to the TOWN, in connection with the contemplated renovation of the Clubhouse Building, including but not necessarily limited to the preparation of sealed plans, drawings and specifications required to bid and construct the contemplated improvements,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board hereby approves the annexed agreement, with Lawrence J. Costello, AIA, relating to architectural services, at the Blue Hill Clubhouse, and authorizes the Supervisor to execute a copy thereof on behalf of the Town.
Ayes: Councilpersons Maturo, Troy, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 498 PARKS/GOLF PRO SHOP MANAGEMENT RFP/RELEASE
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby approved, for immediate release, the Request for Proposals, for Golf Pro Shop Management, for Blue Hill Golf Course and/or Broadacres Golf Club.
Ayes: Councilpersons Maturo, Troy, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 499 APPROVE AMENDED AGREEMT #1-DO31702/NYS DOT/ROUTE 340 SIDEWALKS/HIGHWAY
Councilwoman Low-Hogan offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, the State of New York has requested the Town of Orangetown to incorporate improvements (the “State Betterment”), by installing sidewalks, curb and drainage on Route 340 from Route 303 to Kings Highway, in the Town of Orangetown.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Orangetown Town Board, duly convened does hereby:
RESOLVE, that the Orangetown Town Board hereby approves such project inclusive of the State Betterment (collectively the “Project”); and it is hereby further
Resolution No. 499 – Continued
RESOLVED, that the Orangetown Town Board hereby authorizes the Town of Orangetown, to pay in the first instance 100% of the costs of the Project or portions thereof; and it is further
RESOLVED, that the sum of $313,000.00 is hereby appropriated and made available to cover the cost, of participation in the above phase of the Project; and it is further
RESOLVED, that the Town Supervisor be and is hereby authorized to execute all necessary Agreements, certifications or reimbursement requests, on behalf of the Town, with NYSDOT, in connection with the implementation of the Project, and reimbursement of the approved costs associated, with the State Betterment, and it is further
RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be filed with the New York State Commissioner of Transportation, by attaching it to any necessary Agreement, in connection with the Project, and it is further
RESOLVED, this Resolution shall take effect immediately.
Ayes: Councilpersons Low-Hogan, Maturo, Troy, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 500 AUTHORIZE HIGHWAY/SURPLUS CLEAN FILL
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilwoman Low-Hogan and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Highway Department is hereby authorized to surplus 5,000 cubic yards of clean fill, from highway storage area.
Ayes: Councilpersons Maturo, Low-Hogan, Troy, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 501 APPOINT DEPUTY TOWN CLERK
KERRI WHITE
Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that Kerri White is hereby appointed to the position of Deputy Town Clerk, to serve at the pleasure of the Town Clerk, at an annual salary of $45,000, effective August 18, 2010.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Maturo, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 502 ACCEPT MINUTES
Supervisor Whalen offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the July 20, 2010 Regular Town Board Meeting, Audit Meeting and Executive Session minutes are hereby accepted.
Ayes: Supervisor Whalen
Councilpersons Diviny, Troy, Low-Hogan, Maturo
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 503 BLAUVELT VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY/APPOINT FIREFIGHTERS PETER REYNOLDS AND DANIEL RUSSO
Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that Peter Reynolds and Daniel Russo are hereby appointed to the position of volunteer firefighter, with the Blauvelt Volunteer Fire Company, and have them come to the Town Clerk, to take the Oath of Office, within 30 days.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Maturo, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 504 WWTPCIP/PS-06-4G/TIER II/III PUMPING STATIONS/COPPOLA SERVICES/MAW CHARGE NO. 1 RECEIVE/FILE
Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the executed copy of M.A.W Charge No. 1, with Coppola Services, for the Tier II/III Pumping Stations (PS-06-4G) is received and filed, in the Town Clerk’s Office.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Maturo, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 505 AMEND/COMMUNITY FUNDING ROCKLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE SENIOR CLUB
Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that community funding to Rockland Community College Senior Club be amended from $750 to $500.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Maturo, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 506 APPROVE/COMMUNITY FUNDING
Councilwoman Low-Hogan offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that community funding, in the amount of $39,750 total, for the groups shown below, to be charged to Account Number A7320/457, is hereby approved.
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | $ 1,000 |
| Camp Venture | $ 10,000 |
| Dowling Housing Corp | $ 1,000 |
| Headstart of Rockland | $ 10,000 |
| Home Aides of Rockland | $ 500 |
| Meals on Wheels | $ 10,000 |
| Nyack Center (Teens & Youth) | $ 1,000 |
| One to One Learning Center | $ 1,000 |
| People to People | $ 1,000 |
| Rockland Com. Coll. Sr. Citizens | $ 500 |
| Rockland Family Shelter | $ 500 |
| United Hospice of Rockland | $ 1,000 |
| Volunteer Action Center (Chore) | $ 1,000 |
| Volunteer Counseling Services | $ 1,000 |
| Total | $ 39,500 |
Ayes: Councilpersons Low-Hogan, Troy, Maturo, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 507 APPROVE FUNDING/PEARL RIVER DAY/PEARL RIVER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that celebrations funding, in the amount of $1,000, for the Pearl River Chamber of Commerce, for their Pearl River Day festival, to be held on October 2, 2010, to be charged to Account #A7550/457, is hereby approved.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Diviny, Low-Hogan, Maturo
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 508 POLICE/ACCEPT RESIGNATION JOHN HICKEY/ANIMAL CONTROL
Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the resignation of John Hickey, Animal Control Officer, effective August 11, 2010, is hereby accepted with regret.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Maturo, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 509 APPOINT POLICE MATRON MARGARET A. HOGAN
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Chief of Police, Margaret A. Hogan is hereby appointed to the position of Police Matron, effective August 28, 2010, at a call-in hourly rate of $25.00 per hour.
Ayes: Councilpersons Maturo, Diviny, Troy, Low-Hogan
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 510 APPOINT POLICE MATRON GERTRUDE A. BURNS
Supervisor Whalen offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:
Resolution No. 510 – Continued
RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Chief of Police, Gertrude A. Burns is hereby appointed to the position of Police Matron, effective August 28, 2010, at a call-in hourly rate of $25.00 per hour.
Ayes: Supervisor Whalen
Councilpersons Diviny, Troy, Low-Hogan, Maturo
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 511 APPROVE FUNDING/TAPPAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY/COLONIAL DAY
Under new business, Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Supervisor Whalen and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that celebration funding, in the amount of $1,000, for Tappan Historical Society, for their Colonial Day celebration, to be charged to Account #A7550/457, is hereby approved.
Ayes: Councilperson Maturo, Troy, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 512 APPOINT/DIRECTOR/DEME SCOTT BURTON
Under new business, Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilwoman Low-Hogan and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that Scott Burton is hereby appointed to the position of Director of Environmental Management & Engineering in the Department of Environmental Management & Engineering, provisional, grade 32-5, annual salary $163,437, effective September 13, 2010.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Low-Hogan, Maturo, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 513 ENTERED AUDIT
Councilman Maturo offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board entered the Audit Meeting at 10:25 p.m.
Aye: Councilpersons Maturo, Diviny, Troy, Low-Hogan
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
* * *
RESOLUTION NO. 514 PAY VOUCHERS
Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Finance Office is hereby authorized to pay vouchers for the General Fund, Town Outside Village, Blue Hill, Broadacres, Highway, Sewer, Capital Projects, Risk Retention, and Special Parking Funds for a total amount of $2,641,033.99.
Ayes: Councilpersons Troy, Maturo, Low-Hogan, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
RESOLUTION NO. 515 ADJOURNMENT
Councilwoman Low-Hogan offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Maturo and was unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board adjourned at 10:37 p.m.
Ayes: Councilpersons Low-Hogan, Maturo, Troy, Diviny
Supervisor Whalen
Noes: None
____________________________________
Charlotte Madigan, Town Clerk