HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-10-13 - Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK
BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETINGS
VILLAGE HALL, 938 KING STREET
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2015
6:30 P.M. —POLICE DEPARTMENT PRE-CEREMONY RECEPTION
7:00 P.M. —POLICE DEPARTMENT AWARDS CEREMONY
7:30 P.M. —REGULAR MEETING:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
REPORT/PRESENTATIONS:
AFFORDABLE HOUSING:
1) Discussion and presentation regarding application for subdivision approval
and application for site plan approval for property located at 259 North Ridge
Street
2) Considering setting a public hearing on a request for extension of FAH zoning
map amendment, application for subdivision approval and application for
amended site plan approval for property located at 80 Bowman Avenue
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1) Considering a local law to amend Chapter 250 of the Code of the Village of Rye
Brook regarding Professional Offices
RESOLUTIONS:
1) Considering a local law to amend Chapter 250 of the Code of the Village of Rye
Brook regarding Professional Offices
2) Considering setting a public hearing regarding a Local Law to prohibit parking
on certain portions of Barber Place
3) Considering an appointment to the Advisory Council on Parks and Recreation
and the Sustainability Committee
4) Considering a bid award for Contract 415-11: Purchase of Recreation T-Shirts
5) Considering the approval of minutes from the meetings of May 12, August 18,
September 9, and September 24, 2015.
6) Considering a license agreement for a fence within the Village right of way on
Elm Hill Drive
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
DISCUSSION ITEM
ACTION ON NON-AGENDA MATTERS SUBJECT TO THE CONSENT OF THE
TRUSTEES PRESENT AT THE MEETING
BOARD: Trustee Susan R. Epstein
Trustee David M. Heiser
Trustee Jason A. Klein
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg
VILLAGE STAFF: Christopher Bradbury, Village Administrator
Sarah Bledsoe, Assistant to the Village Administrator
Edward Beane, Esq., Village Counsel
Michel Nowak, Superintendent of Public Works
Fred Seifert, Public Access Coordinator/IT
Shari Melillo, Meeting Secretary
Mayor Rosenberg welcomed everyone to tonight's Board meeting and mentioned that
they had just completed a brief ceremony for the Police Department. Mayor Rosenberg
called for the first item on the agenda:
AFFORDABLE HOUSING:
1) Discussion and presentation regarding application for subdivision
approval and application for site plan approval for property located at
259 North Ridge Street
Mr. Bradbury explained that this application has several layers of approval required. Prior
to tonight, the Board had made a referral to the Planning Board but the applicant could
not attend that meeting. He is here tonight to present the project and received feedback
from the Board. No action will be taken tonight on this application.
Mr. Lou Larizza addressed the board giving an overview of the proposed project which
involves subdividing 1 parcel into 3. The largest of the 3 lots will have 8 townhouses
with the overall site being 3 acres. The townhomes will be two-story 2 bedroom will all
parking around the building. The third lot will have custom homes and the existing home
will be raised and a new home constructed on the existing foundation.
For the two market rate homes final approval authority is with planning board—for the
affordable housing— final approval is with the Village Board.
Trustee Redneck pointed out that this project will generate school age children and his
concern is there are no sidewalks, the property is on a curve and there is no busing
available. He wants to make sure that issue is discussed while it is before the Planning
Board.
Trustee Epstein asked to go through acreage of each one again— site plan lot 1 — 1.38
acres which is affordable housing— lot 2 is 49600 square feet - last lot is 62566 square
feet.
Mayor Rosenberg stated that although this is not a public hearing he asked if there were
any questions from the public.
Bruce Yowitz— 3 West Ridge Drive—has lived here since 1982 and pointed out that the
guardrail that is currently at the site didn't exist when he moved there and after server
horrible accidents on that curve, he believes that guardrail needs to stay.
Mayor Rosenberg called for the next item on the agenda:
2) Considering setting a public hearing on a request for extension of FAH
zoning map amendment, application for subdivision approval and
application for amended site plan approval for property located at 80
Bowman Avenue
Mr. Bradbury read the resolution:
RESOLUTION
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF
FAH ZONING MAP AMENDMENT, APPLICATION FOR SUBDIVISION
APPROVAL AND APPLICATION FOR AMENDED SITE PLAN
APPROVAL FOR PROPERTY AT 80 BOWMAN AVENUE
VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK BOARD OF TRUSTEES
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is in receipt of an application by Bowridge
Realty, LLC (Frank and Virginia Madonna) for approval of an extension of the Fair and
Affordable Housing (FAH) zoning, subdivision application and amended site plan
application for sixteen (16) units of affordable housing located at 80 Bowman Avenue, at
the intersection of Bowman Avenue and Barber Place, designated as Section 141.27,
Block 1, Lots 26, 31 & 32 on the Town of Rye Tax Map and located in the FAH Zoning
District; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is the Approval Authority for the
application pursuant to Village Code 5250-26.1.E(2); and
WHEREAS, on September 8, 2015, the Board of Trustees adopted a resolution
referring the application to the Rye Brook Planning Board for a report and
recommendation thereon, as required under the Village Code; and
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2015, the Board of Trustees circulated a Notice of
Intent to declare itself Lead Agency for purposes of a coordinate environmental review
pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA); and
WHEREAS, thirty (30) days have elapsed since circulation of said Notice of
Intent and no objection or challenge thereto has been filed; and
WHEREAS, on September 21, 2015, the application was referred to the
Westchester County Planning Board in accordance with General Municipal Law §239-m
and Westchester County Administrative Code §277.61; and
WHEREAS, on September 30, 2015, the Westchester County Planning Board
issued a memorandum in favor of the proposed action; and
WHEREAS, on October 8, 2015, the Planning Board adopted a resolution
approving a report and recommendation to the Board of Trustees in favor of the
application.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees
hereby declares itself Lead Agency for purposes of a coordinated review pursuant to
SEQRA; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees shall hold a
Public Hearing on October 27, 2015 at 7:30 p.m., at Village Hall, 938 King Street,
Rye Brook, New York to consider the application for approval; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the applicant is directed to comply with
Section 250-40 of the Village Code regarding notification.
A motion was made by Trustee Epstein and seconded by Trustee Heiser.
Mayor Rosenberg welcomed the Madonna's and noted that this application had been
before the Planning Board and that he had received their report and recommendation late
this afternoon and the Board and staff had not had a chance to review it as of yet.
Mrs. Timpone-Mohammed addressed the Board and stated that the Planning Board
looked at the application in reference to the original plan— it was mixed use— changed
back to original townhouse version—homes are slightly larger—with one now facing
Barber Place. The Planning Board felt larger units and terraces were positive changes—
they believe that the smaller front yards could be mitigated by more robust landscape
plans. They also were in favor of extending the FAH zone— appropriate thing to do to get
new application approved. Board also recommended that to satisfy fire code—there are
concerns about fire access to site because of width of Barber Place— in order to comply
with code it would be necessary to prohibit parking on Barber Place which results in
losing 3 spaces on the street. If the Board approves the application the planning board is
recommending a fire proof building— it would have to follow the fire code.
Mayor Rosenberg did watch the Planning Board meeting—he believes the issue was fire
proof versus semi fire proof—the building has to get built to current code and as long as
it meets that code its acceptable.
Mrs. Timpone-Mohammed believes there is confusion with the term—it exists in our
code but no one seems to know the origin of the term semi fireproof.
Mayor Rosenberg that with respect to the recommendation with Barber Place—he asked
why it came out of the Planning Board and not the emergency services task force. Mr.
Bradbury responded it originally came from the Building Department reminding the
Board that the Building Inspector is also the Fire Inspector. Mayor Rosenberg does not
want any issues down the line—wants to make sure fire chief and emergency services
task force are on board. Mr. Bradbury said it was determined it was not necessary—this
is under fire inspectors jurisdiction—more of a code issue.
Mayor Rosenberg asked about the Planning Board wanting the applicants to submit
everything prior to setting the Public Hearing.
Mrs. Timpone-Mohammed responded that it had to do with the sidewalk that faces
Barber Place but she believes the applicant had already taken care of that. The applicant
has revised the plan and gave it to the Board tonight—there was a second sidewalk and
that duplicated the sidewalk on the street—taken out now—landing in front of doors and
smaller path leading to landing.
Mr. Bradbury confirmed with counsel that the fire code issue needs to be placed on the
plan.
Trustee Epstein is concerned for the residents of Barber Place having to face the new
development and losing parking spaces and suggested elongating the building a little
cutting into the green space and putting it out to the side— gaining 3-4 feet of set back for
the adjoining neighbors on Barber Place.
After a brief discussion, Mrs. Bledsoe called the roll:
TRUSTEE EPSTEIN AYE
TRUSTEE HEISER AYE
TRUSTEE KLEIN AYE
TRUSTEE REDNICK AYE
MAYOR ROSENBERG AYE
Mayor Rosenberg noted that County Legislator David Gelfarb was in the audience and
asked him if he would like to address the Public. Legislator Gelfard spoke briefly
advising there would be no increase in property tax levy—no tuition increases— and no
finding of discrimination in Westchester which is on target to make the 750 required
Affordable Housing units by 2016. Rye Brook continues to approve projects and they are
grateful for that. Sewers—there has been an issue that there is too much inflow and
infiltration into the county sewer lines—too much storm water is getting in—too many
connections from peoples homes— leaders and gutters—led to a lot of problems at county
level and anger from the state. Passed around some maps regarding sewer districts— as a
result of the issues—the county wants sanitary sewer evaluations to be done. At the end
of the day there is a real concern about sump pumps and leaders and gutters to be dealt
with. You can handle it with inspection and enforcement program upon sale of a home.
Mayor Rosenberg believes that would be very invasive and end up having to make an
IMA with the county—who is the enforcement authority. The residents are going to find
provisions that are going to directly impact the ability to close quickly on a home.
Mr. Bradbury has been working with Liswic—they have 11 communities involved there
—4 have signed an IMA—they have an advance schedule—the remaining communities
are working with the county to come up with an acceptable IMA. Lets make no mistake—
its not a Liswic issue— it will be brought countywide—there are questions— some can be
local legislation— some will be county—there is a lot of work ahead—we know we have
obligations—we are expecting to do our part.
Trustee Heiser asked if the homeowners have to do a self inspection— it is basically a tax
— a regressive tax?
Legislator Gelfarb—we are under a lot of pressure from the DEC—it will protect the
sound—basement backups— sanitary sewer overflows.
Mayor Rosenberg believes it is very invasive and as a homeowner he does not like it.
Legislator Gelfarb gave an update on the airport—bond acts covering airport—ground
support— electrical system—baggage screening—recently the county has proposed
legislation and what it is intended to do is change the utilization of the airport—because
of the changes and upgrades they are looking to change the size of the planes that could
be on the ground at the same time. The intent now is to have bigger plans—much more
modern planes. There will be more hearings—it is proposed legislation— it is on the
county website. It does not affect private planes.
Trustee Epstein asked if there was any way to cap the noise?
Legislator Gelfarb responded that it was not an airport issue—we have control over the
amount of people in and out—more modern planes are quieter—helicopters are the
noisiest.
Mayor Rosenberg wants to make sure that the Doral and Bellefair HOA's are aware of
what is going on.
Mayor Rosenberg called for the next item on the agenda:
6) Considering a license agreement for a fence within the Village right of way on
Elm Hill Drive
Mr. Bradbury read the resolution:
RESOLUTION B
AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK
TO ENTER INTO A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE OWNERS OF
11 ELM HILL DRIVE FOR THE USE OF VILLAGE PROPERTY
WHEREAS, Daniel F. DeBari, owner of 11 Elm Hill Drive, designated on the
Town of Rye Tax Assessors Map as Section 135.50, Block 1, Lot 46, has requested a
license from the Board of Trustees to maintain a white vinyl picket fence currently
located in the Elm Hill Drive right-of-way, which right-of-way is owned by the Village
of Rye Brook ("Village Property"), and to enter upon that portion of said Village
property to maintain, restore and replace (in-kind) the fence and for no other purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees, pursuant to the State Environmental Quality
Review Act (SEQRA), determines the proposed action to be a Type II Action and,
accordingly, no further environmental review is required.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees, upon
consideration of the aforementioned request, hereby authorizes the Village to enter into a
License Agreement with Daniel F. DeBari, as annexed to this Resolution as Exhibit "A",
to maintain the white vinyl picket fence within the Village right-of-way on Elm Hill
Drive, subject to and in accordance with the terms set forth in the attached License
Agreement; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to
execute the License Agreement and deliver all necessary documents to accomplish
its purposes.
Mr. Bradbury gave an overview stating that the new residents replaced the fence and
extended it—the old fence was in right of way—new fence is in right of way. They have
submitted a permit request and they will need a license agreement to keep fence on public
property. There is some precedent and applicant wishes to keep fence in current location.
A motion was made by Trustee Epstein and seconded by Trustee Heiser
Mrs. DeBari addressed the Board stating that they moved here from Manhattan and did
not realize they couldn't do that with the fence. It is on a bend and their main concern
was the children—two small boys—they believed it was their property and not an issue.
Trustee Klein replied that he had driven by the property and he thought the issue might be
a sight line issue. There is a lot of planting on inside of the fence and that would have to
be moved if it was denied.
Trustee Heiser thinks the fence looks nice.
Trustee Epstein's concern is people walking on the curb and if a car comes people have
nowhere to go.
Mayor Rosenberg recommends Resolution B which grants a license agreement
Mr. Bradbury read the resolution chosen and on a Chris read the resolution chosen and on
a motion made by Trustee Epstein and seconded by Trustee Klein, the resolution was
approved and Mrs. Bledsoe called the roll:
TRUSTEE EPSTEIN AYE
TRUSTEE HEISER AYE
TRUSTEE KLEIN AYE
TRUSTEE REDNICK NAY
MAYOR ROSENBERG AYE
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1) Considering a local law to amend Chapter 250 of the Code of the Village of Rye
Brook regarding Professional Offices
Mayor Rosenberg stated that the Comprehensive Plan stated that we should encourage
professional uses— doctors—chiropractors— lawyers— in specific corridors throughout
the village. Unfortunately our code has needed some modification and he asked Mrs.
Timpone-Mohammed to give some background but Mr. Beane asked to speak first.
Mr. Beane explained there is a difference between a professional office and a commercial
use—the problem is that although we have redefined professional to be a very broad
definition— a billing office is not a professional office in terms of commercial uses— it is
acceptable as a commercial use however.
Mr. Bradbury added that people want to set up offices in certain areas and the question is
what is the Board comfortable with.
Mayor Rosenberg added that we want to foster professional office use— it is good for the
community— a doctor is good but a billing office wouldn't do anything for the
neighborhood.
Mr. Beane stated that the code very broadly defines "professional".
Trustee Rednick thinks we should stay with the professional office space— down the road
we can expand it further—what would happen if vets wanted to come in—they board
animals—that would be noise to neighbors.
Mayor Rosenberg believes this makes our law a little less restrictive—there will always
be something that comes up—we can only do the best we can do and if we have to tweak
the code we can tweak the code.
Trustee Heiser agrees with the Mayor.
Mayor Rosenberg called for a motion to close the public hearing and on a motion made
by Trustee Rednick and seconded by Trustee Epstein, the Public Hearing was closed and
Mrs. Bledsoe called the roll:
TRUSTEE EPSTEIN AYE
TRUSTEE HEISER AYE
TRUSTEE KLEIN AYE
TRUSTEE REDNICK AYE
MAYOR ROSENBERG AYE
Mr. Bradbury read the resolution:
RESOLUTION
APPROVING A LOCAL LAW CONCERNING ZONING FOR
PROFESSIONAL OFFICES IN THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK
VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK BOARD OF TRUSTEES
WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees is considering a
local law to expand the area for Professional Office uses into certain portions of the
R-2F and R-15A Zoning Districts in the Village of Rye Brook; and
WHEREAS, on May 12, 2015, the Board of Trustees determined the
proposed action to be an Unlisted Action pursuant to the State Environmental
Quality Review Act (SEQRA); and
WHEREAS, on May 12, 2015, the Board of Trustees referred the proposed
local law to the Rye Brook Planning Board for review and for a report and
recommendation thereon; and
WHEREAS, on July 9, 2015, the Planning Board approved the submission of
a report and recommendation to the Board of Trustees in favor of the proposed local
law; and
WHEREAS, the proposed local law was referred to the Westchester County
Planning Board on August 5, 2015 in accordance with Section 239-m of the General
Municipal Law and the County Administrative Code;
WHEREAS, the proposed local law was referred to the Village of Port
Chester and Port Chester-Rye Union Free School District on August 5, 2015 in
accordance with Section 239-nn of the General Municipal Law and the County
Administrative Code; and
WHEREAS, the County responded that it has no comments on the local law
by letter dated August 17, 2015; and
WHEREAS, the School District responded in favor of the proposed local law
by correspondence dated August 18, 2015; and
WHEREAS, and a duly noticed public hearing was held before the Board of
Trustees on September 10, 2015, at which time all persons wishing to speak
concerning the proposed local law were given such opportunity; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees then closed the public hearing on
October 13, 2015.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook
Board of Trustees, after taking the requisite "hard look" in accordance with Article 8
of the State Environmental Conservation Law and 6 NYCRR Part 617, hereby adopts
the annexed Negative Declaration; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby adopts
the annexed local law amending Sections 250-25.D(1) and 250-20.1.D of the Rye
Brook Zoning Ordinance to allow Professional Office uses in the portions of the R-
2F and R-15A Zoning Districts specified therein, and further, directs that said local
law be filed with the Office of the New York Secretary of State.
On a motion made by Trustee Heiser and seconded by Trustee Rednick, the resolution
was approved and Mrs. Bledsoe called the roll:
TRUSTEE EPSTEIN AYE
TRUSTEE HEISER AYE
TRUSTEE KLEIN AYE
TRUSTEE REDNICK AYE
MAYOR ROSENBERG AYE
2) Considering setting a public hearing regarding a Local Law to prohibit parking
on certain portions of Barber Place
Mr. Bradbury read the resolution:
RESOLUTION
TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON A LOCAL LAW TO PROHIBIT
PARKING ON CERTAIN PORTIONS OF BARBER PLACE
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook is
considering a local law to amend Section 240-19 of the Village Code to prohibit
parking at all times on the east side of Barber Place from the intersection with
Bowman Avenue to a point 170 feet south thereof or to the southernmost edge of
the proposed curb cut for the Bowridge Realty affordable housing development,
whichever is greater; and
WHEREAS, the proposed action is a Type II Action pursuant to the New
York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and, accordingly, no
further environmental review is required.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook
Board of Trustees shall hold a Public Hearing on October 27, 2015 at 7:30 p.m., at
Village Hall, 938 King Street, Rye Brook, New York to consider the local law for
approval.
On a motion made by Trustee Rednick and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the resolution
was approved and Mrs. Bledsoe called the roll:
TRUSTEE EPSTEIN AYE
TRUSTEE HEISER AYE
TRUSTEE KLEIN AYE
TRUSTEE REDNICK AYE
MAYOR ROSENBERG AYE
3) Considering an appointment to the Advisory Council on Parks and
Recreation and the Sustainability Committee
Mr. Bradbury read the resolution:
RESOLUTION
CONSIDERING APPOINTMENTS
TO THE ADVISORY COUNCIL ON PARKS AND RECREATION
AND THE SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE
BE IT RESOLVED, that Richard Buzin of 6 Mark Drive shall be appointed to the
Advisory Council on Parks and Recreation to fill a vacancy which shall expire on the first
Monday of April 2016, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ryan Prime of 43 Rockridge Drive shall be
appointed to the Sustainability Committee to fill the unexpired term of Margaret Veith-Heib
which shall expire on the first Monday of April 2016.
Mayor Rosenberg thanked the outgoing committee member and the new appointee's.
On a motion made by Trustee Epstein and seconded by Trustee Klein, the resolution was
approved and Mrs. Bledsoe called the roll:
TRUSTEE EPSTEIN AYE
TRUSTEE HEISER AYE
TRUSTEE KLEIN AYE
TRUSTEE REDNICK AYE
MAYOR ROSENBERG AYE
4) Considering a bid award for Contract #15-11: Purchase of Recreation T-
Shirts
Mr. Bradbury read the resolution:
RESOLUTION
CONSIDERING A BID AWARD FOR
CONTRACT #15-11 VARIOUS RECREATIONAL SPORT SHIRTS
WHEREAS, The Village of Rye Brook has solicited bids for Contract #15-11; 2015
Various Recreational Sports Shirts Bid; and
WHEREAS, a Notice to Bidders was published on September 25, 2015 in The Wl`estmore
Nelms as the official newspaper of the Village of Rye Brook and also listed with the Empire
State Purchasing Group; and
WHEREAS, on Friday, October 9, 2015, the Village Administrator/Clerk opened
four (4) sealed bids as summarized below:
Contract #15-11:Various Recreational Sport Shirts
Contractor Bid Total
Diamonds Army and Navy, Inc.
Huntington Station, NY $18,746.00
Riddell/All American Incomplete/
Elyna, OH Various Items Omitted
Triple Crown Sports Incomplete/
Old Brzdge, NJ Various Items Omitted
BSN Sports Incomplete/
Jenkintoirn, PA Various Items Omitted
WHEREAS, upon review of the bids for Contract #15-11; 2015 Various
Recreational Sports Shirts Bid, the Village Administrator and Superintendent of Parks and
Recreation have determined that the bids submitted by Riddell/All American, Triple Crown
Sports, and BSN Sports were incomplete as they omitted various line items requested in the
bid information, instructions, requirements and/or specifications and should therefore not
be considered as responsive to the bid; and
WHEREAS, Diamonds Army and Navy, Inc. of Huntington Station, NY submitted
a bid that included competitive pricing for all line items totaling$18,746.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board of Trustees
hereby rejects the bids of Riddell/All American, Triple Crown Sports and BSN Sports on
the basis that their bids did not conform to the information, instructions, requirements
and/or specifications of the Village of Rye Brook's solicitation for bids for Contract #15-11;
2015 Various Recreational Sports Shirts as they omitted various line items requested from
their bids; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED that following review of the bids by the Village
Administrator and Superintendent of Parks and Recreation, the Village Board of Trustees
hereby determines that the lowest responsible bidder meeting all the requirements of the bid
document is Diamonds Army and Navy, Inc. of Huntington Station, NY for the total
estimated bid amount of$18,746.00; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Contract #15-11; Various Recreational Sport
Shirts,be hereby awarded to Diamonds Army and Navy, Inc. of Huntington Station,NY for
the total estimated bid amount of$18,746.00; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, the bid specifications and requirements provide that the
contract awarded shall be available to other municipalities or government agencies for
purchasing through Piggybacking in accordance with General Municipal Law 103 (16) and
that the contractor must honor the pricing listed in its bid for Contract #15-11; Various
Recreational Sport Shirts for any municipality or government agency allowed by law to
Piggyback; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Village Administrator are hereby
authorized to execute and deliver any documents necessary and appropriate to accomplish
the purposes of this resolution.
Mayor Rosenberg asked how we know the bid is competitive if others were not good
bids. Mr. Bradbury explained that some places omitted 4 or 5 items others a lot more—
we compared the prices of all the people that submitted—out of all 4 vendors—this
would have been the second lowest vendor by$50
On a motion made by Trustee Heiser and seconded by Trustee Epstein, the resolution was
approved and Mrs. Bledsoe called the roll:
TRUSTEE EPSTEIN AYE
TRUSTEE HEISER AYE
TRUSTEE KLEIN AYE
TRUSTEE REDNICK AYE
MAYOR ROSENBERG AYE
Approval of the minutes was moved to the following meeting.
ADMINISTRATORS REPORT
Leaf season— one truck out—one person vehicle—more efficient right now— everything
will be updated online as we proceed.
New event—Howl-oOween—this Saturday at Pine Ridge Park— adoption event and
costume party—treats and prizes for all costumed dogs. This will bring awareness to the
New Rochelle Humane Society.
Solarize Rye Brook—offer residents solar on a voluntary basis but at a pre-negotiated
discount—for 18 weeks residents can learn more and see if interested. The launch event
will be Thursday October 22nd. Mayor involved as well as Trustee Klein and Stephanie
Fisher—very excited about this event.
Mayor Rosenberg believes this is a great opportunity for people—have it done at a little
bit of a discount.
Public comments:
Aldo Vitagliano—wanted to introduce himself to the Board—he is running for Rye Town
Supervisor. He talked about himself and his career and is looking forward to working
with Rye Brook and its residents.
Motion to adjourn to executive session—Motion was made by Trustee Heiser and
seconded by Trustee Epstein.
TRUSTEE EPSTEIN AYE
TRUSTEE HEISER AYE
TRUSTEE KLEIN AYE
TRUSTEE REDNICK AYE
MAYOR ROSENBERG AYE
Meeting adjourned at 9:18 pm