HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-05-25 - Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes REGULAR MEETING
VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK
BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING
VILLAGE HALL, 938 KING STREET
TUESDAY, MAY 25, 2010-7:30 P.M.
AGENDA
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
(1) Public Hearing to consider a proposed Tier III Home Occupation Permit
for a dental office at 267 North Ridge Street
(2) Public Hearing to consider a three (3) year renewal of a fire protection
agreement with the Village of Port Chester
RESOLUTIONS:
(1) Considering a Tier III Home Occupation Permit for a dental office at
267 North Ridge Street
(2) Considering a three (3) year renewal of a fire protection agreement with
the Village of Port Chester
(3) Considering the appointment of a Administrative Intern
(4) Setting a Public Hearing to consider a proposed site plan modification
by Win Ridge Realty, LLC
(5) Considering an application for the removal of a significant tree at 6
Robins Roost
(6) Considering entering into a revocable permit agreement with SUNY
Purchase for the use of certain facilities by the Village Recreation
Department
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ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT:
(1) Annual Report— Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4)
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
DISCUSSION ITEMS
ACTION ON NON-AGENDA MATTERS SUBJECT TO THE CONSENT
OF THE TRUSTEES PRESENT AT THE MEETING
THE NEXT REGULAR TRUSTEES MEETINGS: June 8 and June 22*, 2010
*Meeting will take place at the AJP Senior Center, 32 Garibaldi Place, Rve Brook,NY
BOARD: Trustee Michael S. Brown
Trustee Toby S. Marrow
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick
Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein
STAFF: Christopher Bradbury, Village Administrator
Edward Beane, Esq., Village Counsel
Michael Izzo, Village Building Inspector
Michal Nowak, Acting Village Engineer
Fred Seifert, Public Access Coordinator
Paula Patafio, Meeting Secretary
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein welcomed everyone to the May 25, 2010 meeting of the
Board of Trustees. She called for the first item on the agenda.
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1) PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A PROPOSED TIER III HOME
OCCUPATION PERMIT FOR A DENTAL OFFICE AT 267 NORTH
RIDGE STREET
Mayor Feinstein noted that this was a continuation of a public hearing. A
draft of a licensing agreement between Dr. Okun and the Village has been
prepared; however, Mayor Feinstein noted that the Village does not own
the property at this time. It is still owned by the County. Therefore, a
mechanism must be found in order to move forward. Jim Staudt, Esq. of
the firm of McCullogh, Goldberg, and Staudt addressed the Board as legal
counsel for the applicant. He noted that the County would leave the curb
cut if the Village agrees to approve the parking use. The Village must
simply state that they approve the use of the right-of-way until the roadway
is conveyed to the Village. At that time the Village can enter into a
licensing agreement with the Applicant.
Edward Beane, Esq., Village Counsel, noted that quite a bit of research and
drafting has gone into this agreement. The property being discussed is in
the right-of-way. The street, Ridge Street, is currently in the process of
being turned over to the Village, but is still owned by the County.
Attorney Beane noted that there is a problem with Attorney Staudt's
suggestion because an approval cannot be conditioned by the Village when
it does not have authority to grant such approval. The property is owned by
the County. Right now the issue is between the County and a resident.
Attorney Beane felt that the Village did not have the authority to interact
with the County on this matter. The Village has no authority to tell the
County to allow the parking to remain until ownership has been conveyed
to the Village.
Attorney Staudt disagreed in that he believed that the Village could make a
condition that would allow the applicants to use the parking area, then it
would be on the applicants to go to the County and ask that the curb cut
remain.
Mayor Feinstein noted that there are interesting set of circumstances
surrounding this application. She questioned whether if the Board takes
action as a Board if it would increase the potential liability to the Village.
If something were to happen on the property that has nothing to do with
Dr. Okun's patients, who would be responsible? Attorney Beane noted that
making this the applicants' issue with the County protects the Village. He
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noted that the degree of risk does not increase whether it is a full curb or a
slip curb. The agreement makes it very clear that the Village is indemnified,
but here the Village does not own the property and the Village is creating
another liability for the County.
Attorney Staudt stated that he would attempt to get insurance to cover the
Village. He stressed that there is a logistical problem: the County will not
install the drop curb unless the Board takes action.
Attorney Beane noted that if the County does this then they are creating
liability for themselves because they are creating a step curb that does not
now exist.
Mr. Christopher Bradbury, Village Administrator, noted that the County
said that if the Village would allow the Tier III Home Owner Occupation
then they would do a drop curb as long as the parking and the Tier III
Home Occupation was going to stay. The responsibility for creating the
drop curb or the parlung area is either the County or the Okuns — and not
that of the Village.
Trustee Michael Brown noted that the Board is trying to make this work.
He stated that the County must agree to put the curb cut in without the
Village passing the resolution. If they are not willing to do that, then the
Village cannot do anything until the County gives ownership to the Village.
Right now the liability is on the County.
Mr. Bradbury stated that the current plan is to put in a full curb unless the
Village says that the parking can stay and that the drop curb has been
approved by the Village. At this point the Village can only say that it takes
no position on whether or not Dr. Okun can use the area. However, if the
County installs the curb cut and then turns the road over to the Village, then
permission will be granted.
Attorney Beane stated that the County will ask for indemnification. What
really needs to happen next is a dialogue with the County. The Village is
the beneficiary of a project being done on Ridge Street. Trustee Brown felt
that this matter could be adjourned to the next meeting. If the consensus is
agreeable, then the applicant can go back to the County.
Mr. Bradbury noted that the applicant was running out of time. The
curbing is being installed. Attorney Beane suggested letting the County do
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what they intend on doing. Attorney Staudt felt that this was too risky
because the County could put in a curb instead.
Dr. Okun noted that the County said whatever the Village wants the County
will do. If the Village wants, the County will put the drop curb in. The
Village must make the decision.
On a motion made by Trustee Jeffrey Rednick, and seconded by Trustee
Toby Marrow, it was requested that the Board take a brief recess to discuss
the legal aspects in connection with this application.
Mr. Bradbury called the roll:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick Voting Aye
Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
Upon the Board's return, Mayor Feinstein noted that the issue was
discussed with legal counsel. The Board has come to the conclusion that
the Village is not in the position to enter into a license agreement, but it can
grant the Tier III Home Occupation. There is enough onsite parking in the
driveway to approve this request. The Village would love to see
Dr. Okun continue his practice.
On a motion made by Trustee Rednick, and seconded by Trustee Brown,
the public hearing was closed.
The roll was called:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick Voting Aye
Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
Mayor Feinstein called for the resolution on this matter.
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RESOLUTIONS:
1) CONSIDERING A TIER III HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT FOR A
DENTAL OFFICE AT 267 NORTH RIDGE STREET
Attorney Beane noted that he and Mr. Bradbury tweaked the resolution.
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
CONSIDERING A TIER III HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT FOR A
DENTAL OFFICE AT 267 NORTH RIDGE STREET
WHEREAS, Dr. Stanley Okun, the owner of 267 North Ridge Street
desires to receive a Tier III Home Occupation Permit for the use of residence as a
Dental Office; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Okun submitted a Tier III Home Occupation Permit
Application dated May 29, 2009 to the Building Department; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Okun has outlined the desired hours of operations and
number of employees; and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on April 13, 2010 to consider the
Tier III Home Occupation Permit under the terms and conditions set forth in the
Village Code, which was subsequently closed on May 25, 2010.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of
the Village of Rye Brook hereby grants a Tier III Home Occupation Permit to Dr.
Stanley Okun for a Dental office at 267 North Ridge Street, Rye Brook, NY in
accordance with Village Code; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the hours of operation shall be limited to
Tuesday and Thursday between the hours of 2 pm and 6 pm and Monday,
Wednesday and Thursday from 7 p.m. to 8 pm; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees' approval is granted
based upon the unique factual circumstances of this application, including the
length of time his dental practice has been in existence at this location (for fifty
[50] years).
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On a motion made by Trustee Brown, and seconded by Trustee Rednick,
the resolution was adopted as amended.
Mr. Bradbury called the roll:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick Voting Aye
Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
Mayor Feinstein asked that a matter be taken out of order. She called for
Resolution#3 on the agenda:
3) CONSIDERING THE APPOINTMENT OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE
INTERN
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
CONSIDERING THE APPOINTMENT OF AN
ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN
RESOLVED, that Tara Ann Reillo of 433 Elm Street, Port Chester, New
York, is hereby appointed to the position of Administrative Intern with the Village
of Rye Brook, subject to the Civil Service procedures of the State of New York;
and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the annual salary is $38,000 with an
effective start date of June 1, 2010.
On a motion made by Trustee Rosenberg and seconded by Trustee Rednick,
the resolution was adopted.
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Mr. Bradbury called the roll:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick Voting Aye
Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
Mr. Bradbury noted that Mrs. Reillo has been working for the Village part-time.
She also has additional Building Department experience from other municipalities.
She has being doing a great job. Mrs. Reillo thanked the Village for the
opportunity.
Mayor Feinstein called for the next item on the agenda:
2) PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A THREE (3) YEAR
RENEWAL OF A FIRE PROTECTION AGREEMENT WITH THE
VILLAGE OF PORT CHESTER
On a motion made by Trustee Brown and seconded by Trustee Rednick, the
public hearing was opened.
Mr. Bradbury called the roll:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick Voting Aye
Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
Mr. Bradbury began the discussion by noting that before the Board was a
draft three year agreement. There are incremental increases set forth in the
agreement beginning with a 2% increase the 1st and 2nd years and between a
2 and 3% for the third year. This agreement is similar to the prior
agreement. There have been a lot of updates, the EMS response was
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changed, and the Fire Protection Board has been assigned specific tasks.
Mr. Bradbury recommended that the contract be approved.
Attorney Beane noted that Village law requires a public hearing before such
a contract can be entered into. It also requires consent from the Village of
Port Chester's Fire Department. The goal is to not have any gap between
this contract and the prior one. Mayor Feinstein noted that this contract
shows continued partnership between the two Villages. The current
contract will run for three (3) years versus the five (5) years that the prior
contract ran for. The reasoning behind this change was the economic
environment.
Mayor Feinstein called for comments from members of the public. There
were none. She called for a motion to close the public hearing.
On a motion made by Trustee Rednick, and seconded by Trustee Brown,
the public hearing was closed.
The roll was called:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick Voting Aye
Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
Mayor Feinstein called for the resolution regarding the Fire Protection Agreement:
2) CONSIDERING A THREE (3) YEAR RENEWAL OF A FIRE
PROTECTION AGREEMENT WITH THE VILLAGE OF PORT
CHESTER
It was noted that the final version of the Agreement was sent today to the
Board. Mr. Bradbury read the resolution:
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CONSIDERING A THREE (3) YEAR RENEWAL OF A FIRE
PROTECTION AGREEMENT WITH THE
VILLAGE OF PORT CHESTER
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is considering entering into a three (3)
year renewal of a fire protection agreement with the Village of Port Chester; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook opened a
public hearing on May 25, 2010 to consider a (3) year renewal of the fire
protection agreement at which time all persons interested were given an
opportunity to speak on behalf of or in opposition to said fire protection agreement
and the public hearing was closed on May 25, 2010.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees hereby
approves a (3) year renewal of a fire protection agreement with the Village of Port
Chester; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that if the Port Chester Fire Department has not
issued its consent to the renewal agreement on or before the expiration date of the
current agreement, the Board of Trustees finds that it is in the public interest to
extend the term of the current agreement for a period of sixty (60) days or to the
date on which the Port Chester Fire Department consents to the renewal
agreement, whichever occurs first; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that under these circumstances, the term of the
renewal agreement and its provisions shall be retroactive to its commencement
date, June 1, 2010; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, the Mayor and Administrator are hereby
authorized to execute and deliver all necessary documents for the purpose of
entering into the fire protection renewal agreement with the Village of Port
Chester.
On a motion made by Trustee Rednick, and seconded by Trustee Brown,
the resolution was adopted.
Mr. Bradbury called the roll:
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Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick Voting Aye
Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
4) SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A PROPOSED
SITE PLAN MODIFICATION BY WIN RIDGE REALTY, LLC
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A PROPOSED SITE
PLAN MODIFICATION BY WIN RIDGE REALTY, LLC
WHEREAS, Win Ridge Realty, LLC has submitted an amended site plan
application to install a trash enclosure on an existing concrete pad in the parking
lot of the Rye Ridge Shopping Center; and
WHEREAS, on April 27, 2010 the Board of Trustees referred the site plan
application submitted by Win Ridge Realty, LLC to install a trash enclosure on an
existing concrete pad to the Planning Board for report and recommendation; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board reviewed the application at its meeting of
May 13, 2010 and subsequently provided 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 June 8, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.
at Village Hall, 938 Ding Street, Rye Brook, New York to consider the proposed
site plan application.
It was noted that this issue has been fully vetted at a prior meeting, as well as
before the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals.
On a motion made by Trustee Brown and seconded by Trustee Rednick, the
resolution was adopted.
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Mr. Bradbury called the roll:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick Voting Aye
Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
Mayor Feinstein recused herself from the next item, noting that the application
belonged to her and her husband, Paul Feinstein.
Deputy Mayor Rosenberg called for the resolution.
5) CONSIDERING AN APPLICATION FOR THE REMOVAL OF A
SIGNIFICANT TREE AT 6 ROBINS ROOST
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
CONSIDERING AN APPLICATION FOR THE REMOVAL OF A
SIGNIFICANT TREE AT 6 ROBINS ROOST
WHEREAS, Joan and Paul Feinstein the owners of 6 Robins Roost, Rye
Brook applied for a Tree Removal Permit for a thirty-eight (38) inch diameter,
seventy-five (75) foot high White Pine Significant Tree at said property on May 7,
2010; 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, a thirty-eight (38) inch diameter, seventy-five (75) foot high
White Pine on said property is considered a Significant Tree.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the
Village of Rye Brook hereby approves the Tree Removal Permit application made
by Joan and Paul Feinstein for a thirty-eight (38) inch diameter, seventy-five (75)
foot high White Pine Significant Tree; and be it
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FURTHER RESOLVED, the Village of Rye Brook hereby requires the
applicant to pay the amount of $250.00 to be paid to the Village's Street Tree
Fund in lieu of replanting trees in accordance with section 235-18 A(2) of the
Village of Rye Brook Village Code.
Joan Feinstein, resident of 6 Robins Roost, addressed the Board. She noted
that she and her husband were very sad that this large, beautiful tree needed
to be taken down. Unfortunately, this tree is causing damage to the
foundation of the house. If the tree falls it will take out their house or their
neighbors. An arborist took a look at the tree, and his report shows that it is
doing damage to the home. Mr. Nowak, Village Acting Engineer, came out
and inspected the tree. The tree is 3' from the foundation and the trunk is
hitting the roof and gutters. One of the larger branches has a crack in it.
There are stress cracks in the home's foundation. The consensus was that
the tree needed to be removed in order to protect the house. The foundation
will be repaired after the tree has been removed. Mr. Nowak noted that this
is a 38 caliper tree which, once removed, needs to be replaced under the
Village's Code. If there is no place on the applicants' property where the
new trees will thrive, then the alternative would be for the applicants to
make a contribution to the Village's Street Tree Fund. Mayor Feinstein
noted that their home is surrounded by trees and they have decided to make
a contribution to the Village's Street Tree Fund.
Deputy Mayor Rosenberg noted that the reports reviewed by the Board
showed that the tree is a danger to the applicants' home and the neighbor's
home. He asked for a calculation for a monetary contribution.
Mr. Bradbury noted that other residents have made this type of
contribution. He suggested that this fee schedule be included in the
Village's Code. Mr. Nowak noted that the historical practice has a
contribution of$125.00 per tree. The consensus of the Board was that the
cost of two trees at $125.00 per tree was a fair contribution.
On a motion made by Trustee Rednick and seconded by Trustee Brown, the
resolution was adopted.
The roll was called:
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Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Toby S. Marrow Voting Aye
Trustee Jeffrey B. Rednick Voting Aye
Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Abstained
6) CONSIDERING ENTERING INTO A REVOCABLE PERMIT
AGREEMENT WITH SUNY PURCHASE FOR THE USE OF
CERTAIN FACILITIES BY THE VILLAGE RECREATION
DEPARTMENT
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
CONSIDER ENTERING INTO A REVOCABLE PERMIT
AGREEMENT WITH SUNY PURCHASE FOR THE USE OF CERTAIN
FACILITIES BY THE VILLAGE RECREATION DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook, a municipal corporation, desires to
use certain swimming pool facilities of the Division of Physical Education,
Recreation & Athletics of Purchase College, State University of New York
(hereinafter "Purchase College") from July 5, 2010 to August 31, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Purchase College will grant the Village of Rye Brook
Recreation Department, a revocable permit for the use of its swimming pool
facilities, which include certain swimming lanes, locker rooms and bathrooms; in
exchange for an estimated fee of Eight Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents
($8,000.00), which is based on a rental fee of One Hundred Fifty Dollars and Zero
Cents ($150.00) per hour.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye
Brook Board of Trustees authorizes the Village to enter into a Revocable Permit
Agreement with Purchase College for the use of its pool facilities; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook is
authorized to pay Purchase College in accordance with the terms and agreements
specified in the Revocable Permit Agreement; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Administrator are
hereby authorized to sign all necessary documents to implement the Revocable
Permit Agreement.
Mr. Bradbury noted that the amount paid this year will be the same as the
amount paid last year. The rate was originally higher, but after negotiations
the rate will remain the same. It is important to note that the lifeguards are
provided by SUNY Purchase.
On a motion made by Trustee Rednick 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 Jeffrey B. Rednick Voting Aye
Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT:
Mr. Bradbury began his report by noting that the detention basin at Edgewood is
basically done.
He announced that Village Hall will be closed on Monday, May 31st
Mr. Bradbury announced that the Rye Brook Birthday celebration was scheduled
for Saturday, June 19th. Donations are coming in, but the Village may need to
charge a nominal fee for food to offset the costs of the celebration.
Mayor Feinstein called for the Annual Report on the Sewer System.
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1) ANNUAL REPORT — MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER
SYSTEM (MS4)
Mr. Michal Nowak, Acting Village Engineer, addressed the Board. He
began by explaining what an MS4 — Municipal Separate Storm Sewer
System was. He noted that under New York State DEC law, the Village
is required to obtain a permit for the storm sewer system to empty into
the Long Island Sound. There are six specific areas of concern that
must be addressed. Rye Brook evaluates itself and reports back to the
State. The Village checks for elicit discharge into the system. It
checks for broken mains and pipes. This year a smoke test was done
and a number of infiltrations were found and resolved.
Mr. Nowak noted that a storm water management plan has been
adopted. Storm waster quality is taken into consideration and new
developments must do periodic inspections.
Mr. Nowak noted that the Village has examined 100% of the outfalls
this past year with the EPA and no violations were found. Some signs
of material and debris were found and they were backtracked. Rye
Brook is very pleased with the outcome, especially since other
municipalities did not fair that well.
OLD BUSINESS:
Mayor Feinstein noted that the Sleep for Solutions fundraiser was a success. She
congratulated Blind Brook High School student Danny Ullman on his efforts
which brought this event to fruition. The goal was to raise awareness of the
homeless and raise funds. The event did both. Approximately 100 to 125 people
attended the rally.
Trustee Brown asked that the Board consider a discussion item. In March there
was a storm that was devastating and there was a lot of property damage. The
Village allowed people to clean up and make repairs. This policy allowed people
to make the repairs to fences and property without going through the permitting
process. He felt that this courtesy should be extended a little longer as some
residents still have repairs that need to be made.
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Mr. Bradbury noted that many trees fell as a result of the storm and the Village
was there to clean up and take care of the downed trees. The idea was to get the
trees off the ground. Where there was fences that were down, residents were told
to go ahead and fix the fences. This was a special circumstance. The cut off date
has passed.
Trustee Brown asked for an additional amount of time for those residents who did
not complete their repairs. The cut off date was May 7th — and now it is back to
following the procedures set in the Village's Code.
Trustee Marrow noted that a courtesy was extended for a certain period of time
because of the storm and the damage. It would be fair to give the residents who,
for whatever reason, were unable to make the repairs the same opportunity that
other residents had.
Scott Wexler of 2 Old Oak Road addressed the Board. He noted that he lost ten
(10) trees. Luckily they fell away from the house, but they did destroy most of his
fence. Insurance companies were very business. Tree Removal Companies were
inundated and they prioritized. As a result, people are still making repairs.
Dean Santon, Hillendale Road felt that getting a fence permit was not really a
hardship. It is not a big process.
Mr. Bradbury asked that the Board give him direction. The consensus of the
Board was to extend the timeframe, but on a very limited basis.
Mayor Feinstein called for members of the public wishing to address the Board.
There being no one, she called for a motion to adjourn.
On a motion made by Trustee Rednick, and seconded by Trustee Brown, the
meeting was adjourned at 9:57 p.m.
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