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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-03-13 - Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes REGULAR MEETING VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING VILLAGE HALL, 938 KING STREET TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2012-7:30 P.M. 7:00 P.M.— Community Coalition Presentation: "What You Permit, You Promote" ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE REPORT PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1) Public hearing on a proposed site plan for the installation of automated water metering infrastructure by United Water Westchester Inc. at various sites throughout the village RESOLUTIONS: 1) Considering approving a site plan for the installation of automated water metering infrastructure by United Water Westchester Inc. at various sites throughout the village. 2) Setting a Public Hearing on a site plan application for The Blind Brook Club located at 980 Anderson Hill Road. 3) Setting a Public Hearing on a Tier III Home Occupation Permit application for a business located at 4 Westview Avenue, Rye Brook. 4) Considering a Request Submitted by K&M Realty Group, Ltd. for a Refund of its Cash Deposit in lieu of Performance Bond Relating to the Installation and Construction of Infrastructure 5) Considering a request for a donation of two (2) trees from the owners of 15 Edgewood Drive. Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 1 6) Considering approving a Memorandum of Agreement with the Westchester Intelligence Center and the Rye Brook Police Department 7) Considering changing the date of a Village Board meeting from April 10, 2012 to April 4, 2012. 8) Considering the approval of minutes—January 24, 2012 and February 14, 2012 ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT OLD BUSINESS: 1) Continued Discussion of Rear yard/ Curbside Garbage Collection Options 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: March 20, March 27 & April 4, 2012 BOARD: Trustee Michael S. Brown Trustee Toby S. Marrow Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Excused: Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick STAFF: Christopher J. Bradbury, Village Administrator David Burke, Assistant to the Village Administrator Gregory Austin, Chief of Police Jennifer Grey, Esq., Village Counsel Michal Nowak, Acting Village Engineer Fred Seifert, Public Access Coordinator Paula Patafio, Meeting Secretary Mayor Feinstein welcomed everyone to the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees for March 13, 2012. She noted that the Village of Rye Brook recently lost an esteemed member of the community, Jacquie Proner Gelfarb, and she called for a moment of silence. Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 2 Mayor Feinstein noted that prior to the meeting, at 7:00 p.m., the launch of the Community Coalition Campaign entitled "What You Permit You Promote" took place. The program deals with under age drinking and substance abuse. This is a wonderful campaign with the goal to educate both the students and parents. Mayor Feinstein noted that Trustee Jeffrey Rednick was excused from this meeting. She called for the first item on the agenda, which was the continuation of a public hearing by United Water Westchester, Inc. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1) PUBLIC HEARING ON A PROPOSED SITE PLAN FOR THE INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATED WATER METERING INFRASTRUCTURE BY UNITED WATER WESTCHESTER INC. AT VARIOUS SITES THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE Mayor Feinstein noted that the public hearing was opened on Valentine's Day. Questions were raised about some of the locations. Alternative locations were discussed. She called upon Mr. Christopher Graziano, Director of Operations for United Water Westchester, for a review of the application. He began his presentation by addressing the questions that were raised at the February 14th meeting. He noted that there were two areas of the Village that residents raised questions about. These areas were Rockinghorse Trail and North Ridge Street. He noted that moving the pole further back on Fairlawn meant also moving a guide wire. Mayor Feinstein called for questions from members of the public. Mary Bellantoni of North Ridge Street addressed the Board. She questioned whether or not one of the poles would be eliminated. Mayor Feinstein noted that a determination would be made this evening. Mayor Feinstein noted that these meters are very important. Customers pay the water company for lost water and being able to locate leaks will save money. She also noted that no matter what the decision is about the placement of the pole, there is no way to satisfy everyone. The visual impact is being looked at. Dr. Askinasi of 69 Country Ridge Drive, Rye Brook addressed the Board. He noted that there are two poles near his home. He asked how much taller the new pole would be in comparison to what is there now. There is an existing tree in the proposed installation area and it would interfere with a taller pole. Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 3 Mr. Graziano noted that two poles in the same area means better coverage. The poles would be the same height as what is there now, and the tree would not need to be disturbed. Samples of the antenna that will go on top of the poles were presented to the Board. These poles will be painted light blue. The area of installation will be disturbed, however, they fix what they disturb. Trustee Michael Brown questioned when this work would be done. Mr. Graziano stated that they hoped to do the work in the spring, and it should go very fast. Dr. Maurice Poglausky of 61 Country Ridge Drive inquired to the Board why it would consider inconveniencing two neighborhoods as opposed to one area. This issue is pitting residents against each other. Mayor Feinstein noted that these are tough decisions. United Water has determined that two poles are better than one, and they must be installed in certain areas. Les Tolchin of 18 Parkwood Place addressed the Board. He noted that he represents the twelve homes on Parkwood Place. There are no trees at the end of Parkwood Place. Parkwood Place is a pristine street and this installation will effect the visual character of this neighborhood. There are trees on Ridge Street that would mask the installation, whereas there is nothing there on Parkwood Place to blend it into. Mrs. Bellantoni of Ridge Street addressed the Board again. She could not understand how a pole on Parkwood that would effect four homes was being put aside while the pole on Ridge Street effects many residents and its impact will be seen by all that come in and out of the Village. Furthermore, the water company has said that Parkwood is the ideal location. Mayor Feinstein noted that the water company picked the Parkwood location because it is a high point, but they offered alternate locations. In addition, there are other issues that effect this decision. Trustee Rosenberg noted that this is not an easy decision to make, but the decision must be made for the entire community. Putting the poles in the lease conspicuous spots makes sense. He noted that 25% of the water that enters the system is being lost. Trustee Rosenberg suggested putting the pole at the Rockinghorse location since it was less conspicuous. Trustee Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 4 Rosenberg also stated his preference is to have one pole only at the Fairlawn location if possible. Trustee Michael Brown noted that there are two poles being proposed for the Fairlawn area. The water company removed the need for one of the poles. Removing one of the poles does not mean a larger pole being installed. He felt that the Ridge Street location is not in front of anyone's home and is less of a visual impact. The Parkwood location would be installed directly in front of a home. The pole will be a 40' pole, similar to the height of the poles on Ridge Street. Trustee Brown felt that Ridge Street was a better location for the pole as well as the Fairlawn location. He noted that the residents pay for the lost water. These devices will capture where the losses are occurring and the end result will be that it will save the residents money. The water company will make the repairs wherever the water is leaking. Mr. Christopher Bradbury noted that residents are responsible for 18% of the water loss. Trustee Toby Marrow noted that there was not a decision that would make everyone happy. She stated that she was leaning towards Rockinghorse Trail and the Fairlawn property, if there would be one pole there. Mayor Feinstein agreed that the Rockinghorse Trail location is less conspicuous. Mrs. Bellantoni questioned whether or not the rates would be lowered once the leaks have been found and fixed. The response was that the PSC controls the rates. Mayor Feinstein noted that Rye Brook has had input in respect to the PSE meetings. Mr. Bradbury stated that the Village of Rye Brook and the City of Rye share water rate counsel. The hope is that the costs will drop in the future when there is less unaccounted for water. Mayor Feinstein reviewed the preferences of the Board with respect to the poles. On a motion made by Trustee Marrow, and seconded by Trustee Brown, the public hearing was closed. Mr. David Burke, Assistant to the Village Administrator, called the Roll: Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 5 Mayor Feinstein called for the resolution on this matter: RESOUTIONS: 1) CONSIDERING APPROVING A SITE PLAN FOR THE INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATED WATER METERING INFRASTRUCTURE BY UNITED WATER WESTCHESTER INC. AT VARIOUS SITES THROUGHOUT THE VILLAGE. Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR UNITED WATER WESTCHESTER INC.'S SITE PLAN APPLICATION TO INSTALL AUTOMATIC WATER METER READING SITES WHEREAS, Edward Hackney has submitted a site plan application on behalf of the owner, United Water Westchester Inc. (UW'W), to consider the installation of automatic water meter reading sites ("Water Meters") at various locations in the Village; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook has determined that the proposed amendments are a Type 11 Action and are therefore not subject to the requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act ("SEQRA"); and WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Village of Rye Brook has submitted a Report and Recommendation to the Board of Trustees. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook shall hold a public hearing on February 14, 2012 at 7:30p.m. at Village Hall, 938 King Street, Rye Brook, New York, to consider UWW's site plan application to consider the installation of automatic water meter reading sites at some of the following proposed locations in the Village: 1) UWW BelleFair Pump Station (700 Anderson Hill Road) 2) BelleFair Blvd Bell House at Club House 3) Pine Ridge Park Flag Pole 4) Rye Brook Athletic Fields Flag Pole 5) Edgewood Drive Right-of-Way 6) Neuron Avenue Right-of-Way 7) Park-wood Place Right-of-Way 8) North Ridge Street at the Hutch Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 6 9) Fairlawn Parkway at Country Ridge Drive; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Applicant is directed to comply with the notification requirements required under Section 250-40 of the Village Code by placing appropriately sized signs identifying the owner, purpose, and public hearing date and location at each proposed location at least seven days prior to the public hearing and mailing notice to the owner of each property within 100 feet of the closest parcel on the side of the pole. On a motion made by Trustee Marrow, and seconded by Trustee Brown, the resolution was adopted. Mr. Burke called the roll: Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye Mayor Feinstein thanked all of the community members to who gave their input. This was a tough decision. The next matter was called before the Board: 2) SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A SITE PLAN APPLICATION FOR THE BLIND BROOK CLUB LOCATED AT 980 ANDERSON HILL ROAD. Mr. Bradbury read the resolution: RESOLUTION SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A SITE PLAN APPLICATION FOR THE BLIND BROOK CLUB LOCATED AT 980 ANDERSON HILL ROAD NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook shall hold a public hearing on March 27, 2012 at 7:30p.m. at Village Hall, 938 King Street, Rye Brook, New York, to consider an amended site plan application for the Blind Brook Club located at 980 Anderson Hill Road. Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 7 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Applicant is directed to comply with the public notification requirements required under Section 250-40 of the Village Code. Mr. John Scarlota, architect for the applicant, reviewed the proposed changes. He noted that The Planning Board has reviewed the plans and has given its recommendation. The next step is setting a public hearing. On a motion made by Trustee Marrow, and seconded by Trustee Brown, the resolution was adopted. The roll was called: Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye 3) SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A TIER III HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT APPLICATION FOR A BUSINESS LOCATED AT 4 WESTVIEW AVENUE, RYE BROOK RESOLUTION SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR TIER III HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT FOR 4 WESTVIEW AVENUE WHEREAS, Reimer Martens/RMC International, Inc., has submitted an application to the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees for a Tier III Home Occupation Permit to legalize the existing administrative offices of RMC International, Inc., a trading company for pigments, dyes and other textile products, for property located at 4 Westview Avenue, owned by Reimer Martens, in an R-2F zoning district, said premises being known and designated on the tax map of the Village of Rye Brook as Parcel ID# 141.35-2-4; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook has determined that the application is a Type II Action and are therefore not subject to the requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act ("SEQRA"). Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 8 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook shall hold a public hearing on March 27, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall, 938 King Street, Rye Brook, New York, to consider the Tier III Home Occupation Permit for 4 Westview Avenue; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Applicant is directed to comply with the public notification requirements required under Section 250-40 of the Village Code. It was noted that this resolution simply sets the public hearing. On a motion made by Trustee Marrow, and seconded by Trustee Brown, the resolution was adopted, and the public hearing was scheduled. Mr. Burke called the roll: Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye 4) CONSIDERING A REQUEST SUBMITTED BY K&M REALTY GROUP, LTD. FOR A REFUND OF ITS CASH DEPOSIT IN LIEU OF PERFORMANCE BOND RELATING TO THE INSTALLATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF INFRASTRUCTURE Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION CONSIDERING A REQUEST SUBMITTED BY K&M REALTY GROUP, LTD. FOR A REFUND OF ITS CASH DEPOSIT IN LIEU OF PERFORMANCE BOND RELATING TO THE INSTALLATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF INFRASTRUCTURE WHEREAS, on July 24, 2007, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook approved the Site Plan of K&M Realty Group, Ltd. to construct ten (10) attached Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 9 residential units as set forth in said Resolution and the Site Plan Approval drawings and architect's plans annexed thereto (the "Approved Site Plan"); and WHEREAS, said Site Plan Approval was subject to requirements and conditions, including those in Paragraph 4 thereof, that prior to the issuance of any building permits, the Applicant was required to submit a 100% performance bond to the Village in a sum to be determined by the Village Engineer to guarantee the satisfactory and complete installation and construction of all infrastructure and public improvements as enumerated in said Paragraph"4;" and WHEREAS, pursuant to Paragraph 4, the Applicant has submitted in lieu of a Performance Bond, a cash deposit of Seventy One Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Five and 00/100 ($71,765.00) Dollars to guarantee the satisfactory and complete installation and construction of certain infrastructure and public improvements as determined by the Village Engineer; and WHEREAS, the Applicant completed the installation and construction of the specific infrastructure and public improvements as set forth in its Site Development Permit, which was secured by said cash deposit; and WHEREAS, construction of the project has been suspended by the Applicant and the Site Development Permit has expired; and WHEREAS, the Applicant has requested that the balance of the cash he deposited in lieu of a Performance Bond be refunded to him after the deduction by the Village of certain Village fees and professional review fees incurred by Applicant in connection with review of the Site Plan Application, and the approval by the Planning Board of wetlands and steep slope permits, the payment of outstanding Village permit fees and the payment of outstanding Village Real Estate Taxes; and WHEREAS, the Applicant has requested that these outstanding fees and professional review fees and taxes be deducted from the cash deposit and to receive a refund of the remainder of the cash deposited; and WHEREAS, the Applicant also has agreed in exchange for this refund to the imposition of a condition that all building and other permits needed to complete the project in accordance with the Approved Site Plan be issued by the Village within three (3)years of the date of this Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees grants the application of K&M Realty Group, Ltd. as described above for the refund of its cash deposit in lieu of Performance Bond subject to the following requirements and conditions: The Applicant shall pay all outstanding permit fees, escrow fees and professional review fees incurred by the Applicant in connection with the review of its application for Site Plan Approval and the issuance of Wetlands and Steep Slope Permits; Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 10 The Applicant shall pay all unpaid Real Estate Taxes due and owing for the Village of Rye Brook portion of the taxes with respect to Lots 1-1 and 1-1.1, Block 26, Section 141; The Applicant shall pay the necessary fee to close out the expired Site Development Permit; and Payment of the fees and Village taxes listed above shall be made by the Village from the cash deposit and the remaining balance shall be remitted to the Applicant; and That the Village of Rye Brook shall retain $7,500.00 of the cash deposit for the following items: Plantings in Rip Rap: $3,000.00 Completion of rip rap at water main crossing: $3,000.00 Sewer Line Testing: $1,000.00 Maintain Silt Fence $ 500.00 X7,500.00 This Resolution is also expressly conditioned on the Applicant accepting the requirement that the July 24, 2007 Site Plan Approval and July 26, 2007 Wetlands and Steep Slopes Permit for this project shall become null and void and expire unless the Applicant secures permits necessary to complete the project within three (3) years of the date of this Approval Resolution; and The Applicant shall place a suitable grass seed on the areas of disturbed soils for stabilization of the site by June 1, 2012 and shall otherwise properly maintain the project site in conformance with all applicable Rye Brook Codes and other governmental provisions. All requirements pertaining to the project and site's Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and any associated permits must be maintained and site inspections completed as required. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all other requirements and conditions set forth in the July 24, 2007 Site Plan Approval Resolution and the July 26, 2007 issuance of Wetlands and Steep Slopes Permits by the Village of Rye Brook Planning Board shall continue in full force and effect unaffected by the terms of this Resolution; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, no permits of any kind shall be issued until the Applicant has paid to the Village all future applicable fees and professional review fees incurred in connection with any further review of modification of this Application. It was noted that this is the site that the applicant has proposed the construction of ten (10) attached residential units. The Applicant has requested that these Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 11 outstanding fees and professional review fees and taxes be deducted from the cash deposit and a refund of the remainder of the cash deposited. The applicant must maintain the property in conformance of the Rye Brook Village Code. Mr. Burke called the roll: Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye 5) CONSIDERING A REQUEST FOR A DONATION OF TWO (2) TREES FROM THE OWNER OF 15 EDGEWOOD DRIVE Mr. Bradbury read the resolution: RESOLUTION CONSIDERING THE DONATION OF TWO (2) TREES BY THE OWNERS OF 15 EDGEWOOD DRIVE WHEREAS, Lori and Sam Schwartzman, the owners of 15 Edgewood Drive desire to donate two (2) spruce evergreens to the Friends of Rye Brook in an area of village property between their driveway and the village detention basin. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Village Board on behalf of the Friends of Rye Brook hereby accept the donation of two (2) spruce evergreens from Lori and Sam Schwartzman, the owners of 15 Edgewood Drive in the total approximate value of$600, to be planted by a contractor representing Mr. and Mrs. Schwartzman, in an area of village property between their driveway and the village detention basin; and FURTHER RESOLVED, the plantings will be coordinated with field conditions in consultation with the Acting Village Engineer; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, Lori and Sam Schwartzman the owners of 15 Edgewood Drive and/ or their contractor will provide the proper insurance requirements in accordance with the Village's risk manager. The Village has previously accepted similar donations. Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 12 On a motion made by Trustee Marrow, and seconded by Trustee Brown, the resolution was adopted. The roll was called: Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye 6) CONSIDERING APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE WESTCHESTER INTELLIGENCE CENTER AND RYE BROOK POLICE DEPARTMENT. Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION CONSIDERING ENGERING INTO A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR THE WESTCHESTER INTELIGENCE CENTER ("WIC") WITH THE WESTCHESTER COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE AND THE WESTCHESTER INTELLIGENCE CENTER WHEREAS, the Westchester Intelligence Center ("WIC") was established as a crime intelligence center to foster and facilitate a sharing and collaboration among law enforcement agencies to support local police agencies in their efforts to abate crime and augment public safety in Westchester County; and WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook, by its Police Department, desires to participate in the WIC Program; and WHEREAS, the Village of Rye brook wishes to execute a Memorandum of Agreement enabling it, by the Rye Brook Police Department, to participate in the WIC Program. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook approves the Memorandum of Agreement among the Village of Rye Brook with the Westchester County District Attorney's Office and WIC to participate in the WIC Program; and Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 13 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor, Village Administrator and Chief of Police are authorized to sign and execute the Memorandum of Agreement and any and all other documents necessary to accomplish the purpose of this Resolution. Chief Austin addressed the Board and stated that the mission of the Westchester Intelligence Center is to support the criminal investigative process for all of Westchester's law enforcement agencies, through collection, analysis, and dissemination of law enforcement intelligence. The goal of the WIC is to provide strategic solutions to prevent and solve crimes, through intelligence-led policing. On a motion made by Trustee Marrow, and seconded by Trustee Brown, the resolution was adopted. The roll was called: Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye 7) CONSIDERING CHANGING THE DATE OF A VILLAGE BOARD MEETING FROM APRIL 20, 2012 TO APRIL 4, 2012. Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: March 13, 2012 R-7 RESOLUTION CONSIDERING CHANGING THE DATE OF A VILLAGE BOARD MEETING FROM APRIL 10, 2012 TO APRIL 4, 2012 NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that due to scheduling conflicts the regular meeting of the Village Board scheduled for Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at 7:30 P.M. shall be moved to Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. On a motion made by Trustee Brown, and seconded by Trustee Marrow, the meeting was rescheduled. Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 14 Mayor Feinstein noted that there may not be a full complement of the Board for the April 10th meeting, so the meeting was being moved up a week. The roll was called: Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye 8) Considering the approval of minutes—January 24, 2012 and February 1412012 Mayor Feinstein called for the review of the minutes of January 24, 2012. Mr. Bradbury read a resolution to approve the January 24, 2012 minutes. On a resolution made by Trustee Marrow and seconded by the Trustee Brown, the minutes were adopted. The roll was called: Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye Mayor Feinstein noted that the Board would address the February 14, 2012 minutes at the next Board of Trustees meeting. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT Mr. Bradbury noted that next Tuesday was election day. All residents are invited to come and vote, and show their support. Also coming due on Tuesday was the filing of the budget. There have been meetings, public hearings, and workshops held and everyone has worked very hard pulling together this year's budget. The second farmers market was held last Saturday. The Village is learning from each one. The next one is scheduled for March 24th at the Posillipo Center. As the weather gets warmer, the market will be moved outside. Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 15 There has been no additional coyote trapping over the past few months. One coyote was caught during the trapping season, unfortunately it had mange and was put down. The sidewalk program has been finished. The Village's staff did a great job. Mayor Feinstein noted that a letter was published in the Westmore News encouraging residents to come and vote. Even in an uncontested election it is nice to have the support of your constituents. OLD BUSINESS: 1) CONTINUED DISCUSSION OF REAR YARD/ CURBSIDE GARBAGE COLLECTION OPTIONS Mayor Feinstein noted that the Board will make a decision at the March 27th meeting as to whether to change to curbside pickup. She stated that moving to curbside pickup was a monetary based decision with annual savings of$40,000. Trustee Rosenberg noted that he felt that the trash pickup should remain as is. Mayor Feinstein felt that the Board should hear from the community again. Trustee Marrow agreed and stated that she would like to hear from the public again. Trustee Brown noted that there is a savings to the Village for having the trash picked up at curbside. Trustee Rosenberg requested that information be disseminated to the residents. He felt that not all of the residents were aware of this service and the potential change. Mayor Feinstein noted that the determination of this matter will be made on March 27th Mayor Feinstein noted that the next meeting of the Board of Trustees, scheduled for March 20, 2012, was a special meeting. The next regular meetings are scheduled for March 27th and April 0'. Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 16 Dean Santon, resident of Hillandale Avenue, addressed the Board. He noted that the sub-development of Red Roof Farm was made on property that was owned by the Lawridge family that started the BVD Underwear company. The mansion was on Parkwood and the estate was 90 acres. It included a nine-hole golf course and a polo field. Years ago there were sheep in the lower meadow, and a gate house with a sign. He presented the Board with the original sign that hung in the gate house and hoped that the Village would find an appropriate place for the sign. The sign was originally given to him by Kip Kongisberg. Mayor Feinstein thanked Mr. Santon for his gift. There being no further business, she called for a motion to go into an executive session on contract negotiations. On a motion made by Trustee Rosenberg, and seconded by Trustee Marrow, the meeting was adjourned at 9:17 p.m. and the Board went into executive session. The roll was called: Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye Board of Trustees Meeting March 13, 2012 Page 17