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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-04-24 - Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING VILLAGE HALL, 938 KING STREET TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2012 AGENDA 7:00 P.M.—Executive Session– Teamsters Negotiations 7:30 P.M.–REGULAR MEETING PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE REPORT: AFFORDABLE HOUSING 1) Resolution referring a petition to rezone property located at 525 Ellendale Avenue from the R2-F zoning district to the FAH zoning district to the Planning Board for report and recommendation PUBLIC HEARINGS 1) Public hearing to consider a proposed site plan amendment and Special Permit for a one car garage at 1100 King Street (Reckson) RESOLUTIONS: 1) Considering a proposed site plan amendment and Special Permit for a one car garage at 1100 King Street (Reckson) 2) Considering adoption of the Village of Rye Brook 2012-2013 Annual Budget 3) Considering the authorization of funds for the 2012 Independence Day Celebration to be paid to the Port Chester-Rye Brook-Town of Rye Independence Day Committee 4) Considering an application for the removal of a Significant Tree at 6 Paddock Road Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Pagel 5) Setting a public hearing on a proposed local law amending the amnesty program for work performed or completed without a permit 6) Considering a budget modification for the purchase of Building Department office equipment ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS: 1) Request of funds by the Technology and Communications Commission for the creation of a Rye Brook Village 30th Birthday Video 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: May 8 and May 22, 2012 BOARD: Trustee David M. Heiser Trustee Toby S. Marrow Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Mayor Joan L. Feinstein STAFF: Christopher J. Bradbury, Village Administrator David Burke, Assistant to the Village Administrator Gregory Austin, Chief of Police Jennifer Gray, Esq., Village Counsel Michal Nowak, Superintendent of Public Works Fred Seifert, Public Access Coordinator Paula Patafio, Meeting Secretary Mayor Feinstein welcomed everyone to the April 24, 2012 Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees. The first item on the agenda was a resolution for a petition to rezone property at 525 Ellendale Avenue. She asked that the resolution be read, Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 2 and then discussion be held. Mr. Bradbury noted that no action would be taken on the resolution until after the discussion. AFFORDABLE HOUSING 1) RESOLUTION REFERRING A PETITION TO REZONE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 525 ELLENDALE AVENUE FROM THE R2-F ZONING DISTRICT TO THE FAH ZONING DISTRICT TO THE PLANNING BOARD FOR REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION Mr. Bradbury, Village Administrator, read the following resolution: RESOLUTION REFERRING A PETITION TO REZONE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 525 ELLENDALE AVENUE FROM THE R2-F ZONING DISTRICT TO THE FAH ZONING DISTRICT TO THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK PLANNING BOARD FOR REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is in receipt of a Petition submitted by Pawling Holdings, LLC pursuant to Section 250-26.1(E)(2) of the Village Code to rezone property located at 525 Ellendale Avenue, designated as Section 141.27, Block 1, Lot 49 on the Town of Rye Tax Map, from the R-2F Zoning District to the Fair and Affordable Housing ("FAH") Zoning District; and WHEREAS, the Petition submitted by Pawling Holdings, LLC is in furtherance of and is hereby made a part of the previously submitted Site Plan application by Lazz Development Co., LLC seeking approval for a two-story multifamily residential structure with four (4) units of affordable housing; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has been advised by the applicant that (1) Lazz Development Co., LLC and Pawling Holdings LLC are both controlled by Lou Larizza; (2) Mr. Larizza has changed the designated developer/applicant for this project from Lazz Development Co., LLC to Pawling Holdings LLC; and (3) Mr. Larizza remains the owner of the property located at 525 Ellendale Avenue and authorizes Pawling Holdings, LLC to submit the Petition referenced herein and to assume the role of applicant for the previously submitted Site Plan application; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is the Approval Authority for the application in accordance with Sections 209-1(A)(1) and 250-26.1 of the Village Code; and Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 3 WHEREAS, on June 14, 2011 the Board of Trustees, pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) determined the proposed action to be an Unlisted Action pursuant to SEQRA to proceed with an uncoordinated review; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby refers the Petition of Pawling Holdings, LLC to the Planning Board for Report and Recommendation. Mr. Clark Neuringer, architect for the applicant, addressed the Board. He noted that the applicant has been involved with this project since 2010 and has been working on this matter with the Village. There have been several meetings held on this matter, but very little has changed since the initial approach. This property borders on a C 1 District, and is located in the R2F District. This development will be a benefit to the Village of Rye Brook and the neighborhood. The applicant is proposing four one-bedroom units. Mayor Feinstein noted that there was a zoning change at the end of 2011 and a petition must be submitted to be considered under the new legislation. The application is now being referred to the Planning Board. Mayor Feinstein noted that the Board of Trustees is the final approval authority for all Affordable Housing Applications. Trustee Paul Rosenberg noted that the Building Inspector has submitted a memo regarding variances that are needed, but if the property is re-zoned to the Fair and Affordable Housing Zone all variances will be negate upon the approval, if any, of the application by the Board of Trustees. On a motion made by Trustee Jeffrey Redneck, and seconded by Trustee Paul Rosenberg, the resolution was adopted. Mr. David Burke, Assistant to the Village Administrator, called the roll: Trustee David M. Heiser Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Jeffrey B. Redneck Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 4 Mayor Feinstein called for the public hearing on the agenda: PUBLIC HEARINGS 1) PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A PROPOSED SITE PLAN AMENDMENT AND SPECIAL PERMIT FOR A ONE CAR GARAGE AT 1100 KING STREET (RECKSON) Mayor Feinstein noted that this was a continuation of the public hearing from the prior meeting. John Furst, from the firm of Cuddy and Feder, addressed the Board. He stated that this is a simple application for a single car garage. Mayor Feinstein called for members of the public wishing to address this matter. There being no one, she called for a motion to close the public hearing. On a motion made by Trustee Marrow, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the public hearing was closed. The roll was called: Trustee David M. Heiser Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Jeffrey B. Redneck Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye Mayor Feinstein called for the resolution in connection with Reckson: RESOLUTIONS: 1) CONSIDERING A PROPOSED SITE PLAN AMENDMENT AND SPECIAL PERMIT FOR A ONE CAR GARAGE AT 1100 KING STREET (RECKSON) Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 5 RESOLUTION CONSIDERING A PROPOSED SITE PLAN AMENDMENT AND SPECIAL PERMIT FOR A ONE CAR GARAGE AT 1100 KING STREET (RECKSON EXECUTIVE PARK) WHEREAS, Reckson Operating Partnership, LP, property owner, has submitted an application for a special permit and site plan amendment for the construction of a one car garage on the north side of an existing parking lot at Reckson Executive Park on property located at 1100 King Street, designated as Section 124.81, Block 1, Lot 1 on the Town of Rye Tax Map and located in the OB-1 Zoning District and Scenic Roads Overlay District; and WHEREAS, the Planning Board reviewed the following plans and application materials: 1. Exterior Building Permit Application 2. Site Plan Application and Checklist 3. Letter to the Board of Trustees from Cuddy and Feder, LLP, White Plains, N.Y. dated January 19, 2012 4. Letter to the Superintendent of Public Works from Cuddy and Feder, LLP, White Plains, N.Y. dated January 23, 2012 5. Stormwater Assessment prepared by Divney, Tung, Schwalbe, LLP, White Plains, N.Y. not dated 6. Engineer's Plans, prepared by Divney, Tung, Schwalbe, LLP, White Plains, N.Y.: Sheet Number Sheet Title Date Not numbered Cover Sheet Not dated SP-1.0 Site Plan 1/4/12 Al Foundation, Floor, Roof Plans 7/1/11 rev. 1/12/12 A2 Elevations & Details 7/1/11 rev. 1/12/12 S-1 Garage Framing and Underpinning Plan 12/21/11 WHEREAS, on February 14, 2012 the Board of Trustees, pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA), determined the proposed action to be a Type II Action requiring no additional review under SEQRA; and Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 6 WHEREAS, on February 14, 2012 the Board of Trustees referred the application to the Planning Board for report and recommendation; and WHEREAS, the Planning Board reviewed the application at its March 8, 2012 meeting and referred a report and recommendation to the Board of Trustees on March 8, 2012; and WHEREAS, the application was referred to the Westchester County Department of Planning for notification purposes only on March 15, 2012, and WHEREAS, the Applicant requests a waiver of certain documents listed on the Site Plan Review Check List; and WHEREAS, on April 4, 2012, 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 Board of Trustees closed the public hearing on April 4, 2012; and WHEREAS, the Village Planning Consultant, Village staff, Planning Board and the Board of Trustees reviewed the information and submitted comments regarding the application; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has considered the special permit standards set forth at Village Code §§ 250-6(H)(1)(c)(1) and 250-6(H)(1)(c)(4); and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is familiar with the site and all aspects of the project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that after reviewing the recommendation of the Village Engineer/Superintendent of Public Works, the Board of Trustees hereby grants the Applicant's request for a waiver from submittal of the documents on the Site Plan Review Check List; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby finds with respect to the special permit standards set forth at Village Code §250- 6(H)(1)(c)(1), that the one car garage is of such location, size and character that, in general, it will be in harmony with the appropriate and orderly development of the district in which it is situated and will not be detrimental to the orderly development of adjacent districts; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby finds with respect to the special permit standards set forth at Village Code §250- 6(H)(1)(c)(4), that the location and size of the one car garage and the nature and Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 7 intensity of the operations involved in or conducted in connection with the one car garage are such that it will not not cause or result in: [i] Dissemination of dust, noise, vibration, excessive light, odor, smoke, observable or detectable gas or fumes or other atmospheric pollutant or any harmful discharge of industrial waste materials beyond the boundaries of the site on which such use is conducted. [ii] Menace by reason of fire, explosion or other physical hazard, including radiation. [iii] Interference with radio or television reception beyond the immediate site of the building in which such use is conducted or scientific testing of devices or instruments which requires the flying of aircraft over the building in relationship to activities in the buildings in such a manner as to cause a public nuisance. [iv] Unusual traffic congestion on the streets and highways giving access to the site; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby approves a special permit as referenced herein authorizing construction of a one car garage on the north side of an existing parking lot at Reckson Executive Park, subject to the following conditions: 1. The Special Permit shall be valid for a period of 5 years following the date of this resolution. The Special Permit may be renewed by the Board of Trustees upon written request provided the applicable Special Permit standards are satisfied. 2. The one car garage shall contain a fire suppression system in accordance with Chapter 212 of the Village Code; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby approves the site plan amendment referenced herein to construct a one car garage on the north side of an existing parking lot at Reckson Executive Park; 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. Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 8 There was no further discussion on this matter, and Mayor Feinstein called for a motion. On a motion made by Trustee Redneck, and seconded by Trustee Rosenberg, the resolution was adopted. The roll was called: Trustee David M. Heiser Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Jeffrey B. Redneck Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye Mayor Feinstein, with the consensus of the Board, called for a matter out of order from the agenda. 3) CONSIDERING THE AUTHORIZATION OF FUNDS FOR THE 2012 INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION TO BE PAID TO THE PORT CHESTER-RYE BROOK-TOWN OF RYE INDEPENDENCE DAY COMMITTEE Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION CONSIDERING THE AUTHORIZATION OF FUNDS FOR THE 212 INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION TO BE PAID TO THE PORT CHESTER-RYE BROOK-TOWN OF RYE INDEPENDENCE DAY COMMITTEE WHEREAS, The Port Chester-Rye Brook-Town of Rye Independence Day Committee will host the 2012 Independence Day Celebration; and WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook Village Board would like to continue to assist the Independence Day Committee with this event. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook will pay three thousand five hundred dollars ($3,500.00) to the Port Chester-Rye Brook-Town of Rye Independence Day Committee for its 2012 Independence Day Celebration. Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 9 Gerald Logan, former Mayor of Port Chester, addressed the Board. He and his wife, Nancy, thanked that Board for their assistance. This year will be the 65th consecutive year of the July 4th celebration. This is a great event and last year there were approximately 2,000 to 3,000 people in attendance. There is a great program, but everyone really comes to see the fire works. There is a lot of expense involved, and the Village assistance is needed and appreciated. This year's program will be similar to last year, with the exception of the Brassman band who are being reconfigured. Mrs. Logan thanked the police department for their hard work during the festivities. Mayor Feinstein noted that this is a celebration that brings the community together, and everyone is invited. On a motion made by Trustee Marrow, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the resolution was adopted. The roll was called: Trustee David M. Heiser Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Jeffrey B. Redneck Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye Mayor Feinstein returned to the order of the agenda: 2) CONSIDERING ADOPTION OF THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK 2012-2013 ANNUAL BUDGET Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION CONSIDERING ADOPTION OF THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK 2012-2013 ANNUAL BUDGET WHEREAS, the Village Administrator filed the Tentative Budget on March 20, 2012; and Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 10 WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees held two budget work sessions on March 26 and April 2, 2012; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees held a public hearing on April 4, 2012 pursuant to the notice of Public Hearing regarding the Tentative Budget, at which time all those wishing to be heard on behalf of or in opposition to the proposed budget were given the opportunity to be heard and the public hearing was closed at that time; and WHEREAS, on January 25, 2005 the Board of Trustees adopted a local law allowing for homestead base proportions, and on February 28, 2012 the Board of Trustees adopted a resolution establishing base proportions of 73.921148% for homestead properties and 26.078852% for non-homestead properties for the purposes of the 2012-13 tax levy; and WHEREAS, the total taxable assessed value for Village tax purposes is $2,478,821,310 and based upon the amendments made by the Village Board and discussed at the budget work sessions and public hearing, would result in a homestead tax rate of $4.77 and a non-homestead tax rate of $7.91 per $1,000 of assessed valuation ($5.32 tax rate blended overall); and WHEREAS, the Village Board authorizes the Receiver of Taxes to collect the property taxes necessary to raise the required $13,198,242 tax levy based upon the most updated Assessment Roll provided by the Assessor. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees makes the following amendments to the Tentative Budget and are hereby adopted: 2012-13 2012-13 Tentative Adopted Fund/Account Budget Budget Expenditures: 1325.477 Village Treasurer-Audit Fee $38,000 $35,500 1325.477 Village Treasurer-Contractual Tax Coll $80,000 $70,000 1620.441 Village Offices-Maint./Re air $23,500 $15,000 1640.411 Central Garage-Fuel $135,000 $132,000 1670.495 Central Print/Mail $16,000 $15,000 1930.439 Judgments and Claims $25,000 $20,000 1980.423 Consulting Fees $120,000 $115,000 1995.426 Bonding Expenses $8,000 $2,500 7410.469 Library-Contractual $466,664 $470,000 8560.414 Shade Trees- Shrubs/Trees $7,500 $7,000 9710.600 Serial Bonds interest $186,610 $162,902 9710.600 Serial Bonds Principal $705,000 $720,000 Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 11 Revenues.- Inspection evenues:Ins ection Fees $330,000 $334,600 Sales Tax $1,160,000 $1,180,000 Hotel Tax $550,000 $575,000 Fees: AJP-Civic Assoc,Non-Profits,Local& School Groups $30/hr. $20/hr. County Center Basketball(offset with addt'l expenditure) $15 $30 Basketball late fee $50 $75 Baseball late fee $50 $75 Day Camp 6 week(after 5/1)(typo in tent. hudget) $2,010 $1,110 $150+$17/ S175 +$17/ Building Permit-Commercial Filing Fee $lk Constr. $lk Constr. Cost Cost Demolition Permit-Commercial Filing Fee $150 $175 $75 + $75 + MODIFY: Residential perm.backup generator applic. Bldg.Permit B.P.(Fee A) Fee ADD: Commercial perm.backup generator $75 + $250+ application B.P.(Fee A) Bldg.Permit Fee AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Tentative Budget as hereinafter set forth and amended by the Board of Trustees, is hereby adopted as the Annual Budget for the Village of Rye Brook for the fiscal year beginning June 1, 2012; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amounts listed therein for payment of principal and interest on indebtedness, and that maintenance account charges identified in the budget be paid, and that the salaries, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment for all employees, including those not represented by a bargaining unit, shall be paid such salaries and benefits as have been determined by the Board of Trustees; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Board does hereby authorize the tax levy for the sum of $13,198,242 for general, capital, and special maintenance account funds, which based upon the Town of Rye tax roll of $2,478,821,310 for the Village of Rye Brook and applying the approved homestead base proportions to determine the tax rates, would result in a homestead tax rate of$4.77 and a non-homestead tax rate of$7.91 per thousand of assessed valuation. Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 12 Mayor Feinstein noted that there was a lot of work put into this budget. At the last meeting a public hearing was held. There was not a lot of community input, but she hoped that was because the budget is a good budget. She gave a brief history of the work that goes into the budget, and thanked the staff for being fiscally conservative. Trustee Heiser noted that this was his first Board project. He was impressed with everyone involved in the process and how diligent everyone was. On a motion made by Trustee Marrow, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the resolution was adopted. Mr. Burke called the roll: Trustee David M. Heiser Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Jeffrey B. Redneck Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye 4) CONSIDERING AN APPLICATION FOR THE REMOVAL OF A SIGNIFICANT TREE AT 6 PADDOCK ROAD Mr. Jonathan Yellin of 6 Paddock Road addressed the Board. He noted that he submitted a letter, a site plan, and proposed landscape plan. There was never the intention to remove trees, but they are trying to create a backyard for their children to play in. The Building Department has noted that the tree does have an impact on the foundation of the home. If granted the permit to remove the tree, the rear yard will be improved. Mr. Michal Nowak, Superintendent of Public Works, addressed the Board. He pointed out that this is a 34 inch red oak. This is a significant tree, and the root zone expands past the canopy of the tree. The report given by Evergreen Arborist is a general report. The tree is healthy. Because of the sheer size of the tree the catastrophic impact is high. The tree is about 50 to 65 tall and about 55 feet wide. The left side of the tree has been removed (approximately 20-25%). Now the tree is unbalanced. There is the potential for saving it, but removing the other side means that half of the tree has been removed. This is a tough call. Trees need maintenance. Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 13 Mayor Feinstein noted that the tree is now unbalanced and she questioned the risk now in the event of a wind storm. This is a difficult situation as the tree has been compromised. She noted that if the tree was removed, she was in favor of replanting. Trustee Rosenberg noted that the tree was compromised and considering some of the storms in the past years this is now a safety issue. He noted that he was also in favor of replanting. Mr. Yellin stated that he was open to replanting. They will be adding over 100 arborvitaes instead of a fence. He pointed out at that the limbs of this tree were taken down because they were over the house, over their deck, and over their neighbor's pool. Mr. Nowak noted that the applicant has proposed planting three trees, and he had suggested specific species. Mayor Feinstein noted that Mr. Nowak is a certified arborist. The applicant was willing to accept the proposal placed before him for replanting. Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION CONSIDERING AN APPLICATION FOR THE REMOVAL OF A SIGNIFICANT TREE AT 6 PADDOCK ROAD WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Yellin, the owners of 6 Paddock Road, Rye Brook applied for a Tree Removal Permit for a thirty (30) inch diameter, sixty (65) foot high Oak Significant Tree at said property on April 17, 2012; and WHEREAS, under section 235-21 of the Village of Rye Brook Village Code no Significant Tree shall be removed without the approval of the Village Board of Trustees; and WHEREAS, said tree is considered a Significant Tree. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees hereby approves the Tree Removal Permit application made by Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Yellin for the removal of the following: Thirty (30) inch diameter, sixty (60) foot high Oak; and be it Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 14 FURTHER RESOLVED, the Village of Rye Brook hereby approves the replanting plan submitted by Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Yellin the homeowners in consultation with the Village Engineer to replant two (3) 2 to 2-1/2 inch Maple trees at said property as required by section 235-18 of the Village Code. On a motion made by Trustee Redneck, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the resolution was adopted. The roll was called: Trustee David M. Heiser Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Jeffrey B. Redneck Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye 5) SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW AMENDING THE AMNESTY PROGRAM FOR WORK PERFORMED OR COMPLETED WITHOUT A PERMIT Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW AMENDING THE AMNESTY PROGRAM FOR WORK PERFORMED OR COMPLETED WITHOUT A PERMIT WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is considering a proposed local law amending the amnesty program for work performed or completed without a permit. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook, shall hold a public hearing on May 8, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall, 938 King Street, Rye Brook, New York to consider the proposed amendment to the local law. Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 15 Mayor Feinstein noted that whether or not to extend the amnesty program was discussed at the last meeting. This program includes a waiver of the administrative fee and amnesty is applicable to work preformed before 2007. The previous extension expires on May 30. The Arbors has made a request for an additional extension. All residents are encouraged to come forward and have work done legalized. Many applications have been submitted throughout the Village. The safety issue is very important and residents are encouraged to come forward and have the work inspected. Mayor Feinstein noted that there was a language change in Section 10 of the resolution; changing the extension from six months to one year and making this the last extension. Mr. Bradbury noted that this is an intent but it can always be changed. Mr. Bradbury reiterated that this program covers work completed before November 1, 2007. This has been a very successful program, and it was initiated for safety reasons. On a motion made by Trustee Redneck, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the resolution was adopted. The roll was called: Trustee David M. Heiser Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Jeffrey B. Redneck Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye 6) CONSIDERING A BUDGET MODIFICATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF BUILDING DEPARTMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 16 CONSIDERING A BUDGET MODIFICATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF BUILDING DEPARTMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT RESOLVED, that the following budget transfer is hereby approved: FROM TO AMOUNT 101.1990.424 101.3620.469 $5,150.00 (Contingency) (Safety Inspection Misc. Supplies/ Equipment) On a motion made by Trustee Redneck, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the public hearing was opened. Mr. Burke called the roll: Trustee David M. Heiser Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Jeffrey B. Redneck Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT: Mr. Bradbury mentioned two items. Arbor Day is Friday, April 27th. The Village will be honoring Harvey Schiller who passed away last year. This is an appropriate way to recognize his work for the Village. The reverse 911 program is being replaced, and residents are being encouraged to go to the Village's website and sign up for the new program. This new program is meant for emergencies. The notification can be through phone calls, texts, or emails. The email alerts provide general news about the Village of Rye Brook. You can sign up for Village Board and/or Planning Board agendas. Residents can decide how much information they would like to receive. Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 17 Mayor Feinstein noted that last week a meeting was held with members of the Port Chester Board of Education. The Board also holds meetings with other municipalities as well. The objective is to stay connected within the community. NEW BUSINESS: 1) REQUEST OF FUNDS BY THE TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION FOR THE CREATION OF A RYE BROOK VILLAGE 30TH BIRTHDAY VIDEO Mr. David Burke gave an overview of the matter, noting that the Village is trying to promote public access. This video would include why the Village was founded, and give a review of the formation of the Village. Rye Brook is now 30 years old. Mayor Feinstein noted that the first formal meeting for the Village of Rye Brook was held in January of 1982. Gathering this information now means that it will be around for the 50th and 75th birthdays of Rye Brook. Volunteers will be working on this project, and there are funds from Cablevision and Verizon that will be used. Taxpayer funds will not be used. If the Board is interested in this, it will be started right away. Mr. Burke noted that the production schedule is about 15 days. There will be interviews and newspaper clippings that will be included. Mayor Feinstein thanked the Technology and Communications Commission for their work on this project, and encouraged residents who would like to be interviewed to call the Administrator's Office. Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION CONSIDERING THE REQUEST OF FUNDS BY THE TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION FOR THE CREATION OF A RYE BROOK VILLAGE 30TH BIRTHDAY VIDEO WHEREAS, the Technology and Communications Commission of the Village of Rye Brook would like to produce a Rye Brook Village 30th Birthday Video; and Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 18 WHEREAS, the video would explore through interviews and historical newspapers and memorabilia Rye Brook's creations as a village; and WHEREAS, the Technology and Communications Commission hereby requests from PEG grant funds $5,000 for the creation of said video. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of trustees hereby authorizes $5,000 from PEG grant funds to Greg Raposa of Skinny Fox Productions for the Village's 30t" Birthday Video. On a motion made by Trustee Redneck, and seconded by Trustee Heiser, the public hearing was opened. Mr. Burke called the roll: Trustee David M. Heiser Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Jeffrey B. Redneck Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye Mayor Feinstein called for questions or comments from the public. There being no one wishing to address the Board, she called for a motion to go into executive session. On a motion made by Trustee Heiser, and seconded by Trustee Redneck, the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m. and the Board went into Executive Session. Mr. Burke called the roll: Trustee David M. Heiser Voting Aye Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye Trustee Jeffrey B. Redneck Voting Aye Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye Board of Trustees Meeting April 24,2012 Page 19