HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-04-08 - Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK
BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETINGS
VILLAGE HALL, 938 KING STREET
TUESDAY,APRIL 8, 2014
AGENDA
7:15 P.M.— Trustee Swearing In Ceremony
7:30 P.M.—REGULAR MEETING
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REPORT
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1) Continuation of a public hearing to consider an application to the Public
Service Commission to distribute the cost for infrastructure maintenance and
access to be included in the United Water rate charges to all customer classes
and apportioned among all customers located in the municipality
2) Public hearing to consider an application for a site plan amendment at
property located at 1100 King Street (Reckson Executive Park)
3) Presentation and public hearing to consider the proposed 2014-2015 Tentative
Budget for the Village of Rye Brook
RESOLUTIONS:
1) Considering an application to the Public Service Commission to distribute the
cost for infrastructure maintenance and access to be included in the United
Water rate charges to all customer classes and apportioned among all
customers located in the municipality
2) Considering an application for a site plan amendment for property located at
1100 King Street(Reckson Executive Park)
3) Considering annual organizational meeting resolutions
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4) Considering the appointments to various Boards, Committees and
Commissions
5) Considering a budget modification
6) Considering the approval of Minutes: January 14, 2014; January 28, 2014;
February 11, 2014; February 25, 2014; March 11, 2014
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
DISCUSSION ITEMS
ACTION ON NON-AGENDA MATTERS SUBJECT TO THE CONSENT OF THE
TRUSTEES PRESENT AT THE MEETING
THE NEXT SPECIAL AND REGULAR TRUSTEES MEETINGS: April 22 &
May 13, 2014. The Arbor Day Celebration is scheduled for April 25, 2014
BOARD: Trustee Susan R. Epstein
Trustee Jason A. Klein
Trustee David M. Heiser
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg
VILLAGE STAFF: Christopher Bradbury, Village Administrator
David Burke, Assistant Village Administrator
Susan Volpe, Village Counsel
Chief Gregory Austin, Chief of Police
Diane DiSanto, Treasurer
Kathy Spinosa, Deputy Treasurer
Michal Nowak, Superintendent of Public Works
Paula Patafio, Meeting Secretary
Fred Seifert, IT Coordinator
Mayor Rosenberg welcomed everyone to the Tuesday, April 8, 2014 meeting. He
congratulated Trustee Susan Epstein who was sworn in for a new term as Trustee prior to
the meeting. It was noted that she was appointed as Trustee to fill his remaining term
when Mayor Rosenberg was elected mayor.
Mayor Rosenberg congratulated Chief Gregory Austin on his appointment as President of
the Westchester Chiefs of Police Association.
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Mayor Rosenberg read a statement regarding Signature Flights. He thanked our County
Representatives, the Blind Brook School Board, and the Town of Rye for coming
together to stand against Signature Flights. Signature Flights, who operates out of the
Westchester County Airport, had requested a tax exempt status which would have
resulted in a substantial amount of lost tax dollars. This was a very complex issue and it
now has been dealt with.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1) Continuation of a public hearing to consider an application to the Public
Service Commission to distribute the cost for infrastructure maintenance
and access to be included in the United Water rate charges to all customer
classes and apportioned among all customers located in the municipality
Mr. Bradbury, Village Administrator, noted that this is a continuation of a public
hearing. Recent legislation allowed municipalities to have the cost for public fire
hydrants redistributed to all customers. The Village is taking action and
requesting the Public Service Commission to redistribute water rate charges to all
customers. Several other municipalities have already made this request. There
will be a surcharge. The charge of $173,466 will be removed Village's
responsibility and then it will be reapportioned to the approximate 3,000
customers at a rate of 6.68%. The average taxpayer/customer will be paying
approximately $43.00 per year.
Mayor Rosenberg called for members of the public wishing to address this matter.
There being no one he turned to the Board members for questions or comments.
Trustee Klein noted that this matter has been before the Board for several months
and three public hearings were held. This is something that the homeowners'
currently pay for through their property taxes.
Mr. Bradbury noted that the private hydrants will be billed separately. Trustee
Heiser stated that a $725,000 home is basically paying $45.00 to benefit from the
fire hydrants. All the water users are benefiting but are not all users are paying.
This system promotes fairness and is intended on distributing the cost.
On a motion made by Trustee Heiser, and seconded by Trustee Rednick, the
public hearing was declared closed.
Trustee Susan R. Epstein voting aye
Trustee Jason A. Klein voting aye
Trustee David M. Heiser voting aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick voting aye
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg voting aye
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Mayor Rosenberg called for the resolution on this matter.
RESOLUTION
1) Considering an application to the Public Service Commission to distribute
the cost for infrastructure maintenance and access to be included in the
United Water rate charges to all customer classes and apportioned among all
customers located in the municipality
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
WHERAS, the Village of Rye Brook pays annual fees to United Water
Westchester for the infrastructure maintenance and access costs of fire hydrants located
within the village; and
WHEREAS, Laws of New York, 2013 Chapter 433 provides that a
municipality, as defined therein, may apply to the Public Service Commission to have
costs for infrastructure maintenance and access it is charged by a water-works
corporation to instead be charged to all customer classes and apportioned among all
customers located in the municipality, provided the municipality has held a public
hearing with notice on the matter and has adopted a resolution and determined by a
majority vote of the total voting members of its governing body that it is in the overall
public interest to have such costs charged to all customers across all customer classes;
and
WHEREAS, on January 14, 2014 the Board of Trustees opened a public hearing
on the proposed application, at which time all persons interested were given an
opportunity to speak on behalf of or in opposition to said applications, and the Board of
Trustees closed the public hearing on April 8, 2014.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Village of Rye Brook Board of
Trustees hereby determines that it is in the overall public interest to have the cost for
infrastructure maintenance and access be included in the water rate charges to all
customer classes and apportioned among all customers located in the Village of Rye
Brook; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Administrator in consultation
with the Village Attorney shall make an application to the NYS Public Service
commission by transmittal of this Resolution and any other necessary documents
requesting that the costs for infrastructure maintenance and access be included in the
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water rates charged to all customer classes and apportioned amount all customers located
in the Village of Rye Brook.
Mr. Bradbury noted that the intent is to recover the cost that the Village was
paying. Mr. Michel Nowak, Superintendent of Public Works, noted that the
water meter, which is now being changed to improve technology, is based on the
type of the occupancy of the building. Water meters are change periodically and
this time United Water will update to meters with digital readouts.
Mayor Rosenberg noted that the rate can be readjusted anytime the public services
likes. There is a surcharge billed through the municipalities. Other usage is also
addressed by this change.
On a motion made by Trustee Rednick, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the
resolution was adopted, as amended.
The roll was called:
Trustee Susan R. Epstein voting aye
Trustee Jason A. Klein voting aye
Trustee David M. Heiser voting aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick voting aye
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg voting aye
Mayor Rosenberg noted that the second public hearing on the agenda in connection with
Reckson Executive Park
2) Public hearing to consider an application for a site plan amendment at
property located at 1100 King Street (Reckson Executive Park)
On a motion made by Trustee Rednick, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the
public hearing was declared open.
The roll was called:
Trustee Susan R. Epstein voting aye
Trustee Jason A. Klein voting aye
Trustee David M. Heiser voting aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick voting aye
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg voting aye
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The representative from Divney Tung Schwalbe addressed the Board on the
applicant's behalf. He noted that this item came before the Board in
January and was referred to the Planning Board. A number of changes have
been made in response to comments from the Planning Board. There are three
components to the application. One amendment made in response to the Planning Board
was the work in the wetlands.
On a motion made by Trustee Rednick, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the
public hearing was closed.
The roll was called:
Trustee Susan R. Epstein voting aye
Trustee Jason A. Klein voting aye
Trustee David M. Heiser voting aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick voting aye
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg voting aye
The Resolution on the Reckson application was called before the Board
2) Considering an application for a site plan amendment for property
located at 1100 King Street (Reckson Executive Park)
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
WHEREAS, an application has been submitted by Reckson Operating
Partnership, L.P. for approval of an Amended Site Plan, Steep Slopes Work Permit, and
Wetland Permit for site improvements including new patios and a new walkway at
property located at 1100 King Street, designated as Parcel ID 124.82-1-1 and 124.81-1-1
on the Town of Rye Tax Map and located in the OB-1 Zoning District and the Scenic
Roads Overlay Zoning District (the "Project"); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is the approval authority for the Amended
Site Plan Application in accordance with Sections 209-1.A(1) of the Village Code and the
Planning Board is the approval authority for the Steep Slopes Work Permit and Wetland
Permit applications in accordance with Chapters 213 and 245 of the Village Code; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees has received and reviewed the
information submitted by the Applicant in connection with the application, as follows:
1. Site Plan Application and Checklist
2. Short EAF dated I/10/14
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3. Land Title Survey prepared by Link Land Surveyors, P.C.,Mahopac, N.Y. dated
March 23, 2002
4. Steep Slopes Work Description and Slope Analyses prepared by Divney, Tung,
Schwalbe, LLP, White Plains, N.Y.
5. Wetlands Work Description prepared by prepared by Divney, Tung, Schwalbe,
LLP, White Plains,N.Y.
6. Wetlands and Watercourse Delineation prepared by William Kenny Associates,
LLC, Fairfield, C.T. dated April 9, 2012
7. Wetland and Watercourse Map, prepared by William Kenny Associates, LLC,
Fairfield, C.T. dated April 9, 2012
8. Kipp Post Light Product Specifications from Louis Poulson Lighting Company,
Fort Lauderdale, F.L.
9. Letter to the Planning Board from Divney, Tung, Schwalbe, LLP, White Plains,
N.Y. dated March 13, 2014
10. Letter to the Planning Board from Divney, Tung, Schwalbe, LLP, White Plains,
N.Y. dated February 27, 2014
11. Letter to the Board of Trustees from Divney, Tung, Schwalbe, LLP, White Plains,
N.Y. dated January 27, 2014
12. Letter to the Board of Trustees from Divney, Tung, Schwalbe, LLP, White Plains,
N.Y. dated January 10, 2014
13. Stormwater Assessment prepared by Divney, Tung, Schwalbe, LLP, White Plains,
N.Y.
14. Plan Set entitled"Proposed Site Improvements"prepared by Divney, Tung,
Schwalbe, LLP, White Plains,N.Y.:
Sheet Number Sheet Title Date
No Number Cover Sheet 3/13/14
SP-0.1 Site Index Sheet
1/10/14 rev 3/13/14
SP-1.0 Proposed Pond Patio 1/10/14 rev
2/27/14
SP-2.0 Proposed Campus Walk and Patio
1/10/14 rev 3/13/14
SP-3.0 Planting Plans 2/27/14 rev
3/13/14
SP-4.0 Site Details 1/10/14 rev
3/13/14
SP-4.1 Site Details 1/10/14 rev
3/13/14
Figure 1 Pedestrian Crossing Signage 2/27/14
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WHEREAS, on January 28, 2014 the Board of Trustees, pursuant to the State
Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and after review of the Short
Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) prepared by the Applicant, classified the
proposed action as Unlisted pursuant to SEQRA which will undergo a coordinated
review; and
WHEREAS, on January 28, 2014 the Board of Trustees referred the application
to the Village of Rye Brook Planning Board for Report and Recommendation; and
WHEREAS, Notice of Intent to Declare Lead Agency was circulated to all
involved agencies on February 12, 2014; and
WHEREAS, on February 20, 2014 the application was referred to the
Westchester County Department of Planning and a response was received on March 5,
2014 which found the application to be a matter for local determination; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Village of Rye Brook submitted a Report
and Recommendation to the Board of Trustees dated March 13, 2014; and
WHEREAS, on March 25, 2014 the Board of Trustees declared itself Lead
Agency pursuant to SEQRA; and
WHEREAS, on March 27, 2014 the application was referred to the Town of
Greenwich and Town/Village of Harrison pursuant to New York State General Municipal
Law §239-nn and Westchester County Administrative Code §277.71; and
WHEREAS, on April 8, 2014 the Board of Trustees opened a public hearing on
the subject application, at which time all persons interested were given an opportunity to
speak on behalf of or in opposition to said application and the public hearing was closed
on April 8, 2014; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees reviewed the Report and Recommendations
of the Village Planning Board, and comments the Village Planning Consultant and
Village Staff, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is familiar with the site and all aspects of the
project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook
Board of Trustees, in accordance with Article 8 of the State Environmental Conservation
Law and 6 NYCRR Part 617, and upon review of the EAF and all other application
materials that were prepared for this action, hereby adopts the attached Negative
Declaration; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the application submitted by Reckson
Operating Partnership, L.P. for approval of an Amended Site Plan for site improvements
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including new patios and a new walkway, as shown on the set of plans listed above, at
property located at 1100 King Street, designated as Parcel ID 124.82-1-1 and 124.81-1-1
on the Town of Rye Tax Map, is hereby approved, subject to the following conditions:
1. Approval by the Planning Board of Wetland Permit and
Steep Slopes Permit prior to the issuance of a Building
Permit.
2. Use of the outdoor patios shall be limited to tenant use
only during normal business hours; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that no permits shall be issued until the
Applicant has paid to the Village all applicable fees and professional review fees incurred
in connection with review of this Application.
Mr. Bradbury noted that the resolution was amended with the insertion of one
resolved clause.
On a motion made by Trustee Rednick, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the
resolution was adopted, as amended.
The roll was called:
Trustee Susan R. Epstein voting aye
Trustee Jason A. Klein voting aye
Trustee David M. Heiser voting aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick voting aye
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg voting aye
Mr. Bradbury called for the public hearing on the Tentative Budget.
2) Presentation and public hearing to consider the proposed 2014-2015
Tentative Budget for the Village of Rye Brook
Mayor Rosenberg thanked Village Staff for all of their hard work putting together the
Tentative Budget. He called upon Mr. Bradbury for a PowerPoint presentation.
The work on the budget starts with discussions between the Administrative and Treasury
Offices in December. The next steps include the Heads of the Departments and their
review. The Village has 71 employees and the goal is to keep the levy and level debt as
low as possible. Work sessions are held and a tentative budget is prepared for review.
The main goal is to maintain quality services. The current budget is for the fiscal year of
June 1, 2014 through May 31, 2015. This budget stays within the tax cap. and reinvests
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in the Village's infrastructure. The tentative budget was reviewed by Mr. Bradbury. It
can be found on the Village's website for review by residents that are interested. The
final budget must be put in place by May 1st. Mr. Bradbury thanked everyone for their
input and hard work.
On a motion made by Trustee Epstein, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the public
hearing was declared open.
The roll was called:.
Trustee Susan R. Epstein voting aye
Trustee Jason A. Klein voting aye
Trustee David M. Heiser voting aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick voting aye
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg voting aye
The Board discussed the Tentative Budget and its strengths, and the amount of work that
goes into preparing the budget. Trustees thanked staff for their work on the budget. It
was noted that Rye Brook is a fiscally strong municipality. The Village's infrastructure
was discussed; roads to be resurfaced, and capital projects.
Mayor Rosenberg called for members of the public wishing to address the Board. There
being no one, he called for a motion to adjourn.
On a motion made by Trustee Epstein, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the public
hearing was adjourned.
The roll was called:.
Trustee Susan R. Epstein voting aye
Trustee Jason A. Klein voting aye
Trustee David M. Heiser voting aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick voting aye
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg voting aye
RESOLUTIONS:
3) Considering annual organizational meeting resolutions
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
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CONSIDERING ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL RESOLUTIONS
DECLARATION OF ELECTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES
RESOLVED, that Susan Epstein of 233 Country Ridge Drive is hereby declared elected
to the office of Trustee of the Village of Rye Brook for a one-year term of office; and be
it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that said terms of offices are effective at noon on the I"
Monday of April 2014.
RESOLUTION
RETAINING VILLAGE ATTORNEY
RESOLVED, that the law firm of Keane and Beane, PC (Edward F. Beane, Esq.) of 445
Hamilton Avenue, White Plains, New York 10601 is hereby retained as Village Attorney
for the Village of Rye Brook for the next ensuing official year subject to the terms in the
retainer agreement dated April 5, 2013.
RESOLUTION
APPOINTMENT OF LABOR COUNSEL
RESOLVED, that the law firm of Littler, Mendelson, P.C. (Craig R. Benson, Esq.) of
885 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022 is hereby retained as Labor Counsel for the
Village of Rye Brook for the next ensuing official year.
RESOLUTION
APPOINTMENT OF TAX CERTIORARI COUNSEL
RESOLVED, that the law firm of Oxman, Tulis, Kirkpatrick, Whyatt & Geiger LLP.
(Mark S. Tulis, Esq.) is hereby retained as special Tax Certiorari Counsel for the Village
of Rye Brook for the next ensuing fiscal year subject to the rates established in the
retainer letter dated March 12, 2014.
RESOUTION
APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL WATER COUNSEL
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RESOLVED, that Joel R. Dichter of Dichter Law, LLC of 10 Rockefeller Plaza, NY,
NY is hereby retained as Special Water counsel for the Village of Rye Brook for the next
ensuing official year in accordance with the letter dated April 8, 2009.
RESOLUTION
APPOINTMENT OF VILLAGE RISK MANAGER
RESOLVED, that Risk Management International Ltd. (Frank Ambriano) is hereby
appointed as Risk Manager for the Village of Rye Brook for the next ensuing official
year in accordance with the terms of the Proposal for Continuing Risk Management
Services received signed February 7, 2014.
RESOLUTION
RETAINING ENGINEERING CONSULTANT
RESOLVED, that Dolph Rotfeld Engineering, P.C. (Dolph Rotfeld, PE) is hereby
retained as Engineering Consultant for the Village of Rye Brook for the ensuing official
year in accordance with the terms of the letter outlining Engineering Services dated
March 31, 2014.
RESOLUTION
RETAINING VILLAGE PLANNING CONSULTANT
RESOLVED, that Frederick P. Clark Associates, Inc. (David Stolman) is hereby retained
as Village Planning Consultant for the Village of Rye Brook for the next ensuing official
year subject to the terms and rate schedule in the letter dated March 29, 2012.
RESOLUTION
APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL ENGINEERING CONSULTANT
RESOLVED, that Henningson, Durham & Richardson Architecture and Engineering,
P.0 (Mike Musso, PE) is hereby appointed as Special Engineering Consultant for the
Village of Rye Brook for the next ensuing official year subject to the terms set forth in
the Multiple Project Agreement for Professional Services, dated March 31, 2014.
RESOLUTION
APPOINTMENT OF BOND COUNSEL
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RESOLVED, that the law firm of Fulbright & Jaworski, LLP (Randy Mayer, Esq.) is
hereby retained as Village Bond Counsel for the next ensuing official year, in accordance
with the letter dated March 19, 2014 and the fee schedule dated January 1, 2014.
RESOLUTION
APPOINTMENT OF AUDITING FIRM
RESOLVED,that the auditing firm of O'Connor Davies Munns & Dobbins, Up is
hereby retained as Village Auditor for the next ensuing official year, in accordance with
the email dated February 23, 2012.
RESOLUTION
APPOINTMENT OF THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR
RESOLVED, that Christopher J. Bradbury, of 3355 Poplar Street, Yorktown, New York
is hereby appointed Village Administrator for the Village of Rye Brook for the next
ensuing official year.
RESOLUTION
APPOINTMENT OF VILLAGE CLAIMS AUDITOR
RESOLVED, that Judith Belkin of 38 Rock Ridge Drive, Rye Brook, New York is
hereby appointed as intermediate Account Clerk/Village Claims Auditor for the Village
of Rye Brook for the next ensuing fiscal year.
RESOLUTION
DESIGNATION OF DEPUTY VILLAGE TREASURER
RESOLVED, that Catherine M. Spinosa of 14 Crest Drive, Yorktown is hereby
appointed as Deputy Village Treasurer for the Village of Rye Brook for the next ensuing
official year.
RESOLUTION
APPOINTMENT OF RECEIVER OF TAXES
RESOLVED, that Nick Mecca, Receiver of Taxes for the Town of Rye, is hereby
appointed as the Receiver of Taxes for the Village of Rye Brook for the next ensuing
fiscal year.
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RESOLUTION
APPOINTMENT OF REGISTRAR OF VITAL STATISTICS
RESOLVED, that Hope Vespia, Registrar of Vital Statistics for the Town of Rye, is
hereby appointed as the Registrar of Vital Statistics for the Village of Rye Brook for the
next ensuing official year.
RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION OF RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER
RESOLVED, that Christopher J. Bradbury of 3355 Poplar Street, Yorktown, New York
is hereby appointed Records Management Officer for the Village of Rye Brook for the
next ensuing fiscal year.
RESOLUTION
DESIGNATION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING NIGHT
RESOLVED, that the second (2nd) and fourth (4d') Tuesday of each and every month are
hereby designated as the Meeting nights of the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees
pursuant to the adopted Rules of Procedure of the Board of Trustees; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that said meetings are to commence at 7:30 p.m.
RESOLUTION
DESIGNATION OF SIGNATORIES
RESOLVED,the Mayor, the Village Administrator, Village Treasurer, and Deputy
Treasurer are hereby authorized to sign checks on behalf of the Village of Rye Brook for
the next ensuing official year; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Administrator, Village Treasurer and Deputy
Treasurer are authorized to sign Bonds, Bond Anticipation Notes (BAN'S) and other
obligations of the Village; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that bank internal transfers and out-going wires from one
account to another can be made by telephone or online with voice or data transmission by
any one of the previous named signatories followed by written confirmation to the banks
in accordance with the Village's Investment Policy, such banks include: TD, Bank NA;
JPMorgan Chase; Hudson Valley; Signature Bank; First Niagara Bank, NA and Webster
Bank.
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RESOLUTION
DESIGNATION OF DEPOSITORIES
RESOLVED,that TD, Bank NA; JPMorgan Chase; Hudson Valley; Signature Bank and
Webster Bank are hereby designated as depositories for the Village of Rye Brook.
RESOLUTION
DESIGNATION OF OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER
WHEREAS, the Village must publish legal notices in any newspaper designated as the
official newspaper for the municipality; and
WHEREAS, the Westmore News is a newspaper circulated and available to its residents
in the Village of Rye Brook; and
WHEREAS, the Village Clerk is encouraged to publish notices in multiple newspapers
covering the village.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Westmore News is hereby
designated as the official Newspaper of the Village of Rye Brook for the ensuing official
year.
RESOLUTION
FRIENDS OF RYE BROOK,INC.
RESOLVED, that it is hereby disclosed by members of the Board of Trustees that they
are directors of a not-for-profit corporation, the Friends of Rye Brook, Inc., created to
assist in obtaining donations from prospective grantors in support of qualifying activities
of the Village.
RESOLUTION
RE-ADOPTION OF RULES OF PROCEDURE
OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES
RESOLVED, that the Rules of Procedure of the Board of Trustees as amended on April
11, 2006 are hereby re-adopted and promulgated for the Village official year,
commencing the first Monday of April 2014.
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Mr. Bradbury reviewed the proposed resolutions for the Board; summarizing
appointments.
It was noted that a modification was made to the resolution for the Village's
Planning Consultant.
On a motion made by Trustee Epstein, and seconded by Trustee Rednick, the
resolution was adopted, as amended.
The roll was called:
Trustee Susan R. Epstein voting aye
Trustee Jason A. Klein voting aye
Trustee David M. Heiser voting aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick voting aye
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg voting aye
4) Considering the appointments to various Boards, Committees and
Commissions
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
APPOINTMENTS TO THE ADVISORY COUNCIL
ON ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
RESOLVED, that Seth Schneider of 67 Winding Wood Road is hereby appointed for a
term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2017; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Michael Siegel of 22 Pine Ridge Road is hereby
appointed for a term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2017; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Stephanie Fisher is hereby re-appointed Chairperson
APPOINTMENTS TO THE ADVISORY COUNCIL
ON PARKS AND RECREATION
RESOLVED, that Chris Dutra of 3 Lee Lane Boulevard is reappointed for a term that
shall expire on the first Monday in April 2016; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Jamie Schutzer of 43 Bonwit Road is hereby reappointed
for a term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2016; and be it
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FURTHER RESOLVED, that Adam Zahl of 78 Tamarack Road is hereby reappointed
for a term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2016; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Adam Berman of 3 Arlington Place is hereby reappointed
for a term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2016; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Steve Ketchabaw of 237 Country Ridge Drive is hereby
appointed for a term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2016; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Jamie Schutzer is hereby reappointed Chairperson.
APPOINTMENTS TO THE AIRPORT ADVISORY COUNCIL
RESOLVED, that Linda Landesman of 2 Doral Greens Drive West is hereby appointed
for a term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2017; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Jack Robinson is hereby appointed Chairperson.
APPOINTMENTS TO THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD
RESOLVED,that Mitchell Levy of 14 Churchill Road is hereby reappointed for a term
that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2017; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Anna Carbone of 9 BelleFair Boulevard is hereby
reappointed for a term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2017; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Jonathan Metz of 64 Windsor Road is hereby reappointed
for a term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2017; and be it
RESOLVED, that Mitchell Levy is hereby reappointed Chairperson
APPOINTMENTS TO THE ETHICS BOARD
RESOLVED,that Bea Dreschler of 15 Deer Run is hereby reappointed for a term that
shall expire on the first Monday in April 2015; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Dana Zimmerman of 32 Country Ridge Drive is hereby
reappointed for a term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2015; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ken Finder of 3 Carlton Lane is hereby reappointed for a
term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2015; and be it
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FURTHER RESOLVED, that Andrew Zeitlin of 201 Country Ridge Drive is hereby
reappointed for a term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2015; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that is Glenn Brettschneider of 53 Winding Wood Road is
hereby appointed for a term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2015; and be it
RESOLVED, that Dana Zimmerman is hereby reappointed Chairperson
APPOINTMENTS TO THE PLANNING BOARD
RESOLVED, that Amy Schoen of 73 Country Ridge Drive is hereby reappointed for a
term that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2019; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Gary Zuckerman is hereby reappointed Chairperson
APPOINTMENTS TO THE RECORDS MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
RESOLVED,that the following individuals are hereby reappointed to the Records
Management Committee for a term which expires on the first Monday in April, 2015:
Paul S. Rosenberg, Mayor
Christopher J. Bradbury, Administrator
Diane DiSanto, Treasurer
Elizabeth Rotfeld, Deputy Village Clerk
Greg Austin, Police Chief
APPOINTMENTS TO THE TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Mark Mapper is hereby reappointed Chairperson
APPOINTMENTS TO THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION
RESOLVED,that Sal Morlino of 1 Bonwit Road is hereby appointed for a term that
shall expires on the first Monday in April 2017; and be it
RESOLVED,that Joe Russo of 75 Hillcrest Avenue is hereby appointed for a term that
shall expires on the first Monday in April 2017; and be it
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FURTHER RESOLVED, that Gerry Applebaum is hereby reappointed Chairperson
APPOINTMENTS TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
RESOLVED,that Don Moscato of 5 Edgewood Drive is hereby reappointed for a term
that shall expire on the first Monday in April 2017; and be it
it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that Don Moscato is hereby reappointed Chairperson.
Mayor Rosenberg thanked the residents who have volunteered their time by
serving on the various Boards and Committees over the years. Trustee Heiser
encouraged all the residents to come out and volunteer.
Mayor Rosenberg noted that the Board does its best to find a position for
everyone that volunteers.
Trustee Rednick made a minor change to the Recreational Commission portion of
the resolution.
On a motion made by Trustee Epstein, and seconded by Trustee Rednick, the
resolution was adopted, as amended.
The roll was called:
Trustee Susan R. Epstein voting aye
Trustee Jason A. Klein voting aye
Trustee David M. Heiser voting aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick voting aye
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg voting aye
5) Considering a budget modification
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
CONSIDERING A BUDGET MODIFICATION
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RESOLVED,that the following budget transfer is hereby approved:
FROM: TO: AMOUNT:
Special Items:
Contingent Account Interfund Transfer
(1990.424) (9950.900) $25,000
Mr. Bradbury noted that additional funds were needed for the scanning project.
The amount of the transfer was $25,000.00. This transfer allows the scanning to
continue in the Building Department. He noted that there is also some in-house
scanning being done. The scanning project is being done in phases.
On a motion made by Trustee Heiser, and seconded by Trustee Klein, the
resolution was adopted.
The roll was called:
Trustee Susan R. Epstein voting aye
Trustee Jason A. Klein voting aye
Trustee David M. Heiser voting aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick voting aye
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg voting aye
6) Considering the approval of Minutes: January 14, 2014; January 28, 2014;
February 11, 2014; February 25, 2014; March 11, 2014
Mayor Rosenberg called for a motion regarding the summaries before the Board.
On a motion made by Trustee Heiser, and seconded by Trustee Klein, the
summaries were adopted, subject to amendments submitted by Board members.
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT:
Mr. Bradbury recognized that last Saturday was opening day for the little league. There
was nice weather, and the Parks and Recreation and Highway staffs were thanked for the
work done on the fields.
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Work on the Comprehensive Plan has been moving along. Consultants and Committee
members are scheduled to present the plan on April 22, 2014.
The Arbor Day celebration has been scheduled for Friday April 25th at Pine Ridge Park.
As part of the ceremony, Ken and Andrea Berman will be recognized.
Hydrant flushing is going on. Residents can expect water discoloration and temporary
pressure losses. The hydrants are flushed annually.
This year's Village Carnival is scheduled for May 2—May 4th. Everyone is invited.
Mayor Rosenberg noted that the next Village meetings were scheduled for April 22dn
and May 13th. He noted that everyone is welcome to attend the Arbors Day celebration
on the 25th at Pine Ridge Park.
Mayor Rosenberg called for a motion and second for an Executive Session. On a motion
made by Trustee Epstein, and seconded by Trustee Rednick, the meeting was adjourned
at 8:57 p.m. and the Board went into an Executive Session.
Mr. Burke called the roll:
Trustee Susan R. Epstein voting aye
Trustee Jason A. Klein voting aye
Trustee David M. Heiser voting aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick voting aye
Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg voting aye
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