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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-05-08 - Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes REGULAR MEETING VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING VILLAGE HALL, 938 KING STREET TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2007-7:30 P.M. AGENDA 7:00 P.M.–Executive Session: Personnel Negotiations ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE REPORT PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1) Continuation of a Public Hearing on the Site Plan application submitted by K&M Realty Group, LTD for development on Bowman Avenue West of South Ridge Street, Rye Brook, Section 1, Block 22, Lots 213 and 2132 2) Public Hearing on a proposed local law to amend Chapter 186 of the Village of Rye Brook Village Code regarding property maintenance RESOLUTIONS: 1) Considering a proposed local law to amend Chapter 186 of the Village of Rye Brook Village Code regarding property maintenance 2) Authorizing the submission of a New York State Home Rule Request to establish a Hotel Occupancy Tax 3) Considering the authorization of an Inter-Municipal Agreement with the County of Westchester to continue participation in the Selective Enforcement for Traffic Safety (STEP) Grant Program Board of Trustees Meeting May 8,2007 Page 1 4) Considering the approval of a New York Supplemental Electricity Supply Agreement between the New York Power Authority and the Village of Rye Brook 5) Confirming the benefits for the Police Chief and Police Lieutenant 6) Considering the authorization of Budget Modifications for the Recreation Department from the Contingency Account 7) Considering an appointment of a Police Officer 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 TRUSTEES MEETINGS: May 22, 2007 and June 12, 2007 BOARD Mayor Lawrence A. Rand Trustee Michael S. Brown Trustee Joan L. Feinstein Trustee Pat Sanders Romano Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg STAFF: Christopher Bradbury, Village Administrator David Burke, Assistant to the Village Administrator Gregory Austin, Police Chief Edward Beane, Esq., Village Counsel Victor Carosi, Village Engineer Fred Seifert, Public Access Coordinator Paula Patafio, Meeting Secretary Board of Trustees Meeting May 8,2007 Page 2 CONVENE Mayor Lawrence A. Rand called the May 8, 2007 regular meeting of the Village of Rye Brook to order at 7:30 p.m. He asked that the Board take one item out of order on the agenda, and called for item #7: 7) CONSIDERING AN APPOINTMENT OF A POLICE OFFICER Mr. Christopher Bradbury, Village Administrator, read the following resolution: RESOLUTION APPOINTMENT OF POLICE OFFICER RESOLVED, that Titus Alexander of 217 Carroll Avenue, Pelham, New York, is hereby appointed to the position of Police Officer 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 $40,109 with an effective start date of May 9, 2007. Mr. Bradbury noted that Mr. Alexander has a degree in Criminal Justice from Westchester Community College, and has held the position of police officer in other jurisdictions. Police Chief Gregory Austin presented Officer Alexander with his badge. The Mayor and Board of Trustees congratulated Rye Brook's newest officer on his appointment. Officer Alexander introduced his family, and thanked the Village of Rye Brook, the Mayor, and Village Board for the opportunity to serve Rye Brook. On a motion made by Trustee Feinstein and seconded by Trustee Rosenberg, the resolution was adopted. Mr. David Burke, Assistant to the Administrator, called the roll: Board of Trustees Meeting May 8, 2007 Page 3 TRUSTEE BROWN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE ROSENBERG VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SANDERS ROMANO VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Mayor Rand called for the first matter on the agenda. He noted that this matter was a continuation of the Public Hearing. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1) CONTINUATION OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE SITE PLAN APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY K&M REALTY GROUP, LTD FOR DEVELOPMENT ON BOWMAN AVENUE WEST OF SOUTH RIDGE STREET, RYE BROOK, SECTION 1, BLOCK 22, LOTS 2B AND 2B2 Mayor Rand noted that there would be no action in terms of a resolution on this matter at this meeting. The matter would be kept open to the June 12, 2007 Trustees' meeting. The applicant, members of the Village's staff, and its consultants are working on a few open items, including two (2) items from the Planning Board. Mayor Rand noted that Rye Brook is very concerned about the recent flooding of properties in Rye. The Blind Brook Watershed and how it impacts the properties in both communities is being reviewed. The officials from Westchester County have been included in the discussions and reviews. The intent is to develop a comprehensive plan. Rye Brook has done a lot of work in the East Branch of the Blind Brook. A number of storm water basins have been installed near the new Ball fields on King Street, the Phillips' Pond and the private pond near Hidden Falls have been dredged. Rye Brook has been very active in reviewing storm water issues. He stated that the applicant, K&M Realty has been working with the Village of Rye Brook regarding the proposed construction on property located on Bowman Avenue for many years. At this time the applicant is before the Board of Trustees for Site Plan Approval. The Environmental Impact Statement is complete. The Planning Board is working on the final Board of Trustees Meeting May 8, 2007 Page 4 stages of its wetlands and steep slope review. He pointed out that this is the 11th hour for the application after years of work. Mayor Rand opened the public hearing at 7:45 p.m. He stressed to the members of the public that were in attendance that the Board had only one item before it concerning this application and that was the site plan approval. Ms. Johansen of Rye addressed the Board. She noted that the residents of Rye are very concerned about flooding, especially after the most recent storms. She hoped that the Rye and Rye Brook would work together to increase the storage capability of storm water. She asked that the application be put on hold until further flood water mitigation could be researched and implemented. She noted that the residents of Rye have partnered with Rye Brook residents. Another resident of Rye addressed the Board. She noted that everyone understands that the applicant is looking to develop his property, but asked that he consider the effects to the residents downstream. Many homes in Rye flooded during the last storm. There is no answer to how often 100- year floods occur. The residents in the flood zone are facing a very difficult situation. She pointed out that all of the individuals who were in attendance at the meeting care about the community. The applicant's property is located within a body of water that is critically important to the community. On April 15th Rye incurred millions of dollars in damages. Residents were damaged, vehicles were lost, and many small business have been effected. The fire station and the YMCA have suffered extreme damage. In addition, both fields at the high school have been wiped out. When a flood occurs a house is taken apart and it is not livable. Many residents have been displaced by the recent storm. Mayor Rand noted that the Board and the community are very sensitive to the issue. Many residents and Village Staff volunteered their services during the most recent storm. He reminded the members of the public that the matter before the Board was a site plan review. He also noted that no decision would be made at this meeting. This property has gone though an extensive review which included reviews by the County and the Village. Mr. McKenzie of McKenzie Electric addressed the Board. He noted that the Brook rises to the top every time that it rains. Water from Harrison, Port Chester, Rye Brook, and Westchester County floods Rye. The water Board of Trustees Meeting May 8, 2007 Page 5 must be controlled. All development, additions of impervious surfaces, add to the problem. Study after study has been done, but no resolution has been reached. Losing everything that you own is heart breaking. It wasn't just the last two storms that have caused the recent problems, it has been building up over the years. Something must be done to protect the residents and businesses of our communities. Mr. Bradbury noted Rye Brook has been working with the Long Island Sound Water Shed and Municipal Counsel (LISWC). They have been addressing the stormwater issues in the area, and have been reviewing the issues for a number of years. The Village Manager of Rye has met with Mr. Bradbury to discuss these issues. There have been regular meetings and the two (2) municipalities have shared information. Harrison should be involved, as should Westchester County. Rye Brook will continue to work toward helping with storm water management. Mr. McKenzie noted that there have been studies for over fifty years. Everyone needs to get involved and work together. The residents of Rye need action now. The business owner of 23 Purchase Street of Rye, Ms. Parker, addressed the Board. She noted that all of her neighbors were affected by the flood. Some of the business will be out of service for months. Many of the buildings have sustained a substantial amount of damage. Some residents have flood insurance, some don't. The Rye residents are committed to working together, and they ask that Rye Brook join in this effort. The residents of Rye believe that the development of the property owned by K&M Realty will be a detriment. They ask that the Rye Brook re-consider developing this property. Mayor Rand noted that the recent flooding happened pre-development of the K&M property. Part of the process that Mr. Konigsberg has been going through has included years of research and studies. He reiterated that the application is currently at the point of Site Plan Review. Mr. Ken Heller of Lincoln Avenue addressed the Board. He noted that this topic has been addressed for 60 years. He pointed out that there were natural dams in Rye, which have not been maintained. He noted that the level of water in the Key Hole is controlled by the City of Rye. This property could be used as a storage basin, but Rye has never put any funds into the project. Rye never did maintenance to protect the lake behind one Board of Trustees Meeting May 8, 2007 Page 6 of the dams and it is now a swamp. The City of Rye owns this property and they have not spent one cent to make this property useful for storm water detention. The City of Harrison has removed thousands and thousands of feet of the flood plain. Since 1946 nothing has been done. He stated that the Rye residents need to go to their government and complain. Mr. Heller reminded everyone of the very bad flood in 1972-1974. Damage was sustained in all of the neighboring municipalities. He suggested that the residents of Rye contact their officials and ask why they have done nothing. Rye owns the land that can solve a lot of the problems. Mayor Rand noted that Mr. Heller brings with him a great deal of experience. He has been very active in the community working with the Environmental Council. He also is very aware of the history of the area. Peter Sims of the Rye Flood Action Committee addressed the Board. He noted that over the years most people assumed that the problem was an Indian Village problem. He stated that the first floor of his home flooded during the last storm. His Committee has walked the river, and no one on the Committee would refute anything that Mr. Heller said. The river requires dredging, and the dam must be worked on and raised. The past two (2) storms were bad. On April 27th the Committee went to the dam and found that had one more inch of rain fallen the entire area would have flooded. The lake is critical. The level of the lake could be raised by raising the dam in Rye. Unfortunately this could cause Bowman Avenue and the ball field to flood. Everyone must consider what is more important. The residents of Rye believe that their homes are more important and that working on the two (2) dams is a viable solution. Mr. Sims felt that the City of Rye should purchase the property from Mr. Konigsberg. Mr. Heller responded that the topography of our area must be reviewed. Since no one understands the lay of the land, they don't understand the repercussions that could come from doing work upstream. Backing up the Eastern Branch of the Blind Brook would flood the Middle School and the homes in Avon Circle. Solving the problems should be done by reviewing the lay of the land—the topography because the easy solutions will just hurt many other people and it would be unfair to flood our school fields. Mayor Rand noted that there has been a lot of development sine 1946, in both Rye and Rye Brook. He agreed with Mr. Heller in that we can't count on nature to stop the flooding. We are in a very vulnerable area in terms of the topography. Board of Trustees Meeting May 8, 2007 Page 7 Mr. Kip Konigsberg, owner of the Bowman Avenue property, addressed the Board. He introduced himself to the residents of Rye. He noted that he lives on Lincoln Avenue, and his property backs-up to the Blind Brook. He expressed his sympathy for the situation in Rye. He noted that over the years he has attempted to discuss the possibility of selling this property to Rye. He also offered to trade his property for another parcel that Rye owns further up stream, and has placed this project on hold many times over the years in an effort to work with Rye. Mr. Konigsberg reviewed the history of his ownership of the property and his attempts to work with the City of Rye. He noted that he has owned this property since 1993. It was in 1998 that he contacted Rye to try and address the concerns and downstream flooding issues. A proposal was made on July 20, 1998 and presented to the City of Rye where he would relinquish all development rights on the strip portion of the property. He was willing to do a land swap with Rye, for property at a much higher level. He also proposed to construct a dam, at his expense, to be given to the City of Rye. These offers were all turned down. He offered to sell the property to Rye and they refused. A third attempt was for Rye and Rye Brook to purchase the property. The Bowman Avenue project was put on hold for one (1) year waiting for The City of Rye to get the funding. Nothing ever came from it. Mr. Konigsberg stressed that he is not the bad guy. He has been willing to listen to what the City of Rye, and to the concerns of its residents, had to say. He has been willing to work with them to help with flooding issues, however, no one from the City of Rye has contacted him. He stressed that he was willing to work with City of Rye on the flood control. During the process of this application many years of research have been completed. Mr. Konigsberg stated that he walked his property after the recent storms to make sure that he property was not under water; and it was not. This development will not have an impact on the residents of Rye. Years and years and years and thousands and thousands of dollars have been spent in connection with this application. The SEQRA process is over and site plan approval is now being voted upon. Even considering the point at which this project has reached, he noted that he was still willing to meet with the officials of Rye. Mayor Rand thanked everyone for coming to the meeting and expressing their concerns and comments. It was noted that the public hearing will Board of Trustees Meeting May 8, 2007 Page 8 remain open until June 12, 2007. All documents are available at Village Hall and on-line on the Village's website. He called for a motion to adjourn the public hearing. On a motion made by Trustee Sanders Romano, and seconded by Trustee Feinstein, the public hearing was adjourned. Mr. Burke called the roll: TRUSTEE BROWN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE ROSENBERG VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SANDERS ROMANO VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Mayor Rand called for a brief recess. Upon the Board's return, Mayor Rand called for the second item under Public Hearings: 2) PUBLIC HEARING ON A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW TO AMEND CHAPTER 186 OF THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK VILLAGE CODE REGARDING PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Mr. Bradbury reminded everyone that this was a public hearing. This local law has been provided to codify the language and make it clear that residents are responsible for maintenance of property adjacent to public property. Trustee Michael Brown questioned who was liable, the tenant or landlord. Edward Beane, Esq. noted that an entity occupying a property needs to be liable or there would be an absentee owner. In the event of a violation the tenant would contact the landlord. Mayor Rand noted that this proposed local law is a clean up of the language in the Village's Code. Mr. Ken Heller of Lincoln Avenue addressed the Board. He noted that at one time in the Village's Code there was a section that talked about keeping property pristine. He hoped that the amendments addressed mulching and composting, and the runoff that results. Board of Trustees Meeting May 8,2007 Page 9 Trustee Rosenberg questioned whether the implementation of this law would preclude the Village from going forward and citing infractions. Mr. Beane noted that these amendments cannot be applied retroactively, however, if new violations occur the Village will be able to cite violations. On a motion made by Trustee Feinstein, and seconded by Trustee Motion to adjourn Trustee Rosenberg, the resolution was adopted. Mr. Burke called the roll: TRUSTEE BROWN VOTING NAY TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE ROSENBERG VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SANDERS ROMANO VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE RESOLUTIONS: 1) CONSIDERING A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW TO AMEND CHAPTER 186 OF THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK VILLAGE CODE REGARDING PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION CONSIDERING A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW TO AMEND CHAPTER 186 OF THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK VILLAGE CODE REGARDING PROPERTY MAINTENANCE WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees introduced a local law proposing to amend Chapter 186 of the Village Code; and WHEREAS, on May 8, 2007 the Board of Trustees opened a public hearing on the subject Local Law, at which time all persons interested were given an opportunity to speak on behalf of or in opposition to said Local Law and the public hearing was closed on May 8, 2007. Board of Trustees Meeting May 8,2007 Page 10 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees determines that Chapter 186 of the Village Code should be amended to reflect necessary changes regarding property maintenance; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amendments to Chapter 186 of the Code of the Village of Rye Brook regarding property maintenance is hereby adopted. Trustee Feinstein requested two (2) minor changes to the wording within the local law. On a motion made by Trustee Sanders Romano, and seconded by Trustee Rosenberg, the resolution was adopted, as amended. TRUSTEE BROWN VOTING NAY TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE ROSENBERG VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SANDERS ROMANO VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE 2) AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A NEW YORK STATE HOME RULE REQUEST TO ESTABLISH A HOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A NYS HOME RULE REQUEST FOR A HOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook desires to enact an occupancy tax on any room for hire within the Village; and Board of Trustees Meeting May 8,2007 Page 11 WHEREAS, the rate of such tax shall not exceed three (3) percent of the per diem rental rate for each room; and WHEREAS, NYS Senator Suzi Oppenheimer has introduced NYS legislation to the Senate with bill number S.5007, and NYS Assemblyman George Latimer has introduced NYS legislation to the Assembly with bill number A.7902; and WHEREAS, this legislation requires the passage of a Home Rule Request to the NYS Senate and NYS Assembly by the Village of Rye Brook. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook hereby approves the submission of a Home Rule Request to the NYS Senate and Assembly for bill numbers 5.5007 and A.7902 that would not exceed a three (3) percent daily room tax for a hotel, motel, or similar place of public non-property tax revenues; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is authorized to submit the Home Rule Request and execute and deliver all necessary documents to NYS. Mr. Bradbury noted that these services are provided by Rye Brook, and this change would result in additional revenue for the Village. On a motion made by Trustee Brown, and seconded by Trustee Feinstein, the resolution was adopted. TRUSTEE BROWN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE ROSENBERG VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SANDERS ROMANO VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Board of Trustees Meeting May 8, 2007 Page 12 3) CONSIDERING THE AUTHORIZATION OF AN INTER- MUNICIPAL AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER TO CONTINUE PARTICIPATION IN THE SELECTIVE ENFORCEMENT FOR TRAFFIC SAFETY (STEP) GRANT PROGRAM Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION CONSIDERING THE AUTHORIZATION OF AN INTER-MUNICIPAL AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER TO CONTINUE PARTICIPATION IN THE SELECTIVE ENFORCEMENT FOR TRAFFIC SAFETY (STEP) GRANT PROGRAM WHEREAS, Westchester County receives grant funds from the New York State Governor's Traffic Safety Committee each year to administer a program of Selective Enforcement for Traffic Safety; and WHEREAS, Westchester County desires that the Village of Rye Brook participate in the program in order to reduce the rate of preventable traffic accidents and fatalities in Westchester County by increasing public awareness through traffic safety enforcement; and WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook desires to participate in the Westchester County Selective Enforcement for Traffic Safety Grant Program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook authorizes the Village to enter into an Inter-municipal Agreement with the County of Westchester for Selective Enforcement for Traffic Safety Grant for the period of October 2006 through September 2011; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is authorized to sign all necessary documents to implement the Inter-municipal Agreement. On a motion made by Trustee Sanders Romano, and seconded by Trustee Brown, the resolution was adopted. Board of Trustees Meeting May 8, 2007 Page 13 TRUSTEE BROWN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE ROSENBERG VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SANDERS ROMANO VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Mr. Bradbury noted that the County has been extending some of the terms. This resolution represents reimbursement for overtime expenses. 4) CONSIDERING THE APPROVAL OF A NEW YORK SUPPLEMENTAL ELECTRICITY SUPPLY AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE NEW YORK POWER AUTHORITY AND THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION CONSIDERING THE APPROVAL OF A NEW SUPPLEMENTAL ELECTRICITY SUPPLY AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE NEW YORK POWER AUTHORITY AND THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK WHEREAS, the New York Power Authority (NYPA) has been supplying energy to the Village of Rye Brook under an Application for Service agreement dated May 11, 1995; and WHEREAS, NYPA and the Village signed a Supplemental Agreement containing certain additional terms and conditions governing the supply of electricity on October 31, 1995; and WHEREAS, both parties were given the right to terminate the Supplemental Agreement with at least 3 years notice and NYPA provided that notice of termination on December 24, 2003 for a termination of the agreement on December 31, 2006; and Board of Trustees Meeting May 8, 2007 Page 14 WHEREAS, the County of Westchester has held discussions with NYPA in regards to a New Supplemental Electricity Supply Agreement ("New Supplemental Agreement") in which the agreement was approved by the County's Board of Acquisition and Contract; and WHEREAS, NYPA is now offering this "New Supplemental Agreement" to all its Westchester customers to modify certain provisions in the existing Application for Service Agreement. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook enter into the New Supplemental Electricity Supply Agreement with the New York Power Authority; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Mayor is authorized to execute and deliver all necessary documents to accomplish the purpose of this Resolution. Mr. Bradbury noted that this agreement supplements the prior agreement. This agreement has been reviewed and extended, and at this time the Village is prepared to enter into a new agreement. On a motion made by Trustee Feinstein, and seconded by Trustee Sanders Romano, the resolution was opened for discussion. Trustee Feinstein noted that this agreement terminated on December 31, 2006. She questioned whether there would be retro-active billing and what the rates would be. Mr. Bradbury noted that the rates have gone up. In light of these questions, Mr. Bradbury suggested that the matter be tabled to the next Board of Trustees meeting. Mayor Rand asked that this matter be placed on the May 22, 2007 agenda. 5) CONFIRMING THE BENEFITS FOR THE POLICE CHIEF AND POLICE LIEUTENANT Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: Board of Trustees Meeting May 8, 2007 Page 15 RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE BENEFITS FOR THE POLICE CHIEF AND POLICE LIEUTENANT WHEREAS, individuals in the positions of Police Chief and Police Lieutenant in Rye Brook have historically received certain benefits that are identified in the employment agreement between the Village of Rye Brook and the Rye Brook Police Association; and WHEREAS, the Village Board has previously approved these benefits for the Police Chief dating back to at least December 29, 1992; and WHEREAS, the NYS Retirement System has requested that these benefits be formally adopted by the Village Board for calculation of final payments to Village retirees by the retirement system. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the following benefits are hereby maintained for individuals in the positions of Police Chief and Police Lieutenant, in the same manner as the active employment agreement between the Village of Rye Brook and the Rye Brook Police Association: • Clothing allowance • Sick Leave • Vacation time, except that up to one year's vacation time may be carried over to the following year • Bereavement Leave • Optometry • Medical and dental benefits into retirement • Life Insurance • Longevity • In-service Training AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that other benefits shall be the same as offered to non-represented personnel; and Board of Trustees Meeting May 8, 2007 Page 16 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that these benefits were also in existence for at least the past two (2) Police Chiefs, including Theodore Sabato and Robert Santoro, as well as certain existing and former Lieutenants. On a motion made by Trustee Feinstein, and seconded by Trustee Sanders Romano, the resolution was adopted. TRUSTEE BROWN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE ROSENBERG VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SANDERS ROMANO VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE 6) CONSIDERING THE AUTHORIZATION OF BUDGET MODIFICATIONS FOR THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT FROM THE CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution: RESOLUTION CONSIDERING THE AUTHORIZATION OF BUDGET MODIFICATIONS FOR THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT FROM THE CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT RESOLVED, that the following budget modifications be hereby approved: FROM TO AMOUNT 101.1990.424 101.7140.445 $ 10,000 (Contingency) (Recreation Dept. — Equipment Repairs/Supplies) 101.1990.424 101.7140.473 $ 5,000 (Contingency) (Recreation Dept. — Uniforms & Supplies) Board of Trustees Meeting May 8, 2007 Page 17 On a motion made by Trustee Brown, and seconded by Trustee Sanders Romano, the resolution was adopted. TRUSTEE BROWN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE ROSENBERG VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SANDERS ROMANO VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Trustee Rosenberg asked for a little background. Mr. Bradbury noted that one of the reasons for this modification was that the Port Chester Little League did not offer Rye Brook residents the ability to participate in the Rookie League. Other issues that made these modifications necessary were janitorial expenses and additional tree work. Trustee Feinstein stated that these matters should be reviewed so that they do not occur again next year. Also discussed were the number of false alarms from the school district, and the substantial penalty that is not accessed. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT Mr. Bradbury made a few quick announcements. He began by announcing that there would be FEMA representatives at Home Depot to help with providing information on repairs. The representatives would be available until May 13, 2007 from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily. Additional information can be found on the Village's website. Mr. Bradbury noted that a commercial was scheduled to be filmed on May 11th and 12th — at 12 Fairlawn Parkway. There will be a police office on location during the two (2) days of filming. It was noted that Aquarian Water is now called United Water. Residents will start seeing vehicles with this name on it. Mayor Rand asked Chief Austin to looking into complaints received from residents regarding unsafe parking issues on Mohegan Lane. Temporary no Board of Trustees Meeting May 8,2007 Page 18 parking signs have been installed during the review. Mayor Rand also noted that the Homeowners Association of Bellefair has asked for a reduction in the speed limit on Bellefair Boulevard to 20 mph. There are a lot of people walking and jogging on the strip of roadway and 30 mph is dangerous. Mayor Rand noted that the next Board of Trustees meetings were scheduled for May 22, 2007 and June 12, 2007. Mayor Rand noted that there was no Old or New Business, or Discussion Items, to be addressed by the Board. He called for members of the community wishing to address the Board. There being no one, the meeting was adjourned at 9:12 p.m. Board of Trustees Meeting May 8,2007 Page 19