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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-03-08 - Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes REGULAR MEETING VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING VILLAGE HALL, 938 KING STREET TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 2005-7:30 P.M EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:00 P.M.: Litigation, Personnel and Negotiations ROLL CALL: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1) Consideration of a local law to add Chapter 179 and amend Chapters 250, 209, 219 and 245 of the Code of the Village of Rye Brook regarding the delegation of approval authority to the Planning Board of the Village of Rye Brook. 2) Consideration of a wetlands and steep slopes permit applications and a site plan for improvements to an existing residence at 1 Brookside Way. 3) Consideration of an application to amend a special permit and site plan for a new maintenance facility at the Blind Brook Club Section 1, Block 4, Lot 1. 4) Consideration of a local law to amend Chapter 240 of the Village Code to prohibit parking along portions of Fairlawn Parkway. 5) Consideration of a local law to amend the Village Vehicle and Traffic Law concerning parking restrictions on Neuton Avenue, Tamarack Road and College Avenue. RESOLUTIONS: 1) Adopting a local law to add Chapter 179 and amend Chapters 250, 209, 219 and 245 of the Code of the Village of Rye Brook regarding the delegation of approval authority to the Planning Board of the Village of Rye Brook. 2) Approving wetlands and steep slopes permits and a site plan for improvements to an existing residence at 1 Brookside Way. 3) Approving an application to amend a special permit and site plan for a new maintenance facility at the Blind Brook Club Section 1, Block 4, Lot 1. Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 1 4) Adopting a local law to amend Chapter 240 of the Village Code to prohibit parking along portions of Fairlawn Parkway. 5) Adopting a local law to amend the Village Vehicle and Traffic Law concerning parking restrictions on Neuton Avenue, Tamarack Road and College Avenue. 6) Referring to the Zoning Board of Appeals a local law amending Chapter 212 of the Code of the Village of Rye Brook regarding sprinkler systems. 7) Authorizing the Village of Rye Brook to enter into an Inter-Municipal Agreement and End User License Agreement regarding the Reverse 911 Interactive Community Notification System. 8) Approving a street closure request in BelleFair. 9) Authorization of funds for the 2004 Memorial Day Parade to be paid to the Port Chester-Rye Brook-Town of Rye Veterans' Central Committee. 10) Amending the License and Permit Fee Schedule. 11) Approving installation of a fence and plantings by Verizon New York, Inc. to screen and existing equipment facility located on the south side of West Ridge Drive west of North Ridge Street. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT: OLD BUSINESS: NEW BUSINESS: DISCUSSION ITEM: ACTION ON NON-AGENDA MATTERS SUBJECT TO THE CONSENT OF THE TRUSTEES PRESENT AT THE MEETING: PRESENT: BOARD Mayor Lawrence Rand Trustee Richard Buzin Trustee Joan Feinstein Trustee Dean Santon Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 2 STAFF: Christopher Bradbury, Village Administrator Keith E. Rang, Assistant to the Village Administrator Edward Beane, Esq., Village Counsel Victor Carosi, Village Engineer Theodore Sabato, Chief of Police Fred Seifert, Public Access Coordinator Marilyn Timpone-Mohamed, Village Consultant CONVENE Mayor Rand called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m., beginning with the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Rand asked Rye Brook Firefighter William Irwin to address the public regarding current fire programs that the Fire Department is providing for residents of Rye Brook. Mayor Rand called for the first public hearing on the agenda. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1) CONSIDERATION OF A LOCAL LAW TO ADD CHAPTER 179 AND AMEND CHAPTERS 250, 209, 219 AND 245 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK REGARDING THE DELEGATION OF APPROVAL AUTHORITY TO THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK. Mayor Rand noted that this is a continuation of previous public hearings. He noted that this is a very important piece of legislation that requires input from everyone that wishes to address this matter. He also noted that due to inclement weather, many people were not able to attend tonight's meeting, therefore he asked for a motion to adjourn this public hearing until March 22, 2005 to give everyone the opportunity to address the Board regarding this matter. Mayor Rand called for a motion to close the public hearing. On a motion made by Trustee Feinstein, and seconded by Trustee Buzin, the public hearing was adjourned until March 22, 2005. TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Mayor Rand called for the second public hearing on the agenda. Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 3 2) CONSIDERATION OF A WETLANDS AND STEEP SLOPES PERMIT APPLICATIONS AND A SITE PLAN FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO AN EXISTING RESIDENCE AT 1 BROOKSIDE WAY. Mr. Bradbury noted that the Planning Board, which has made certain recommendations, has reviewed this application. The representative for the applicant, John Loveless of Joan, Sledslick Garnone & Nardone, addressed the Board. Mr. Loveless stated that this application has been before the Planning Board for over six months. There is a net decrease in steep slopes but there's a minimum increase in the steepest of the slopes. In consultation with the Landscape Architect and the Village Consultant, we were able to mitigate any adverse affects to the plantings. Regarding the wetlands buffer there will be a net decrease in impervious surfaces within the wetlands buffer area, and there will be a conservation easement that will run along the wetlands buffer line to the Blind Brook stream. Marilyn Timpone-Mohamed, Village Consultant, addressed the Board. Mrs. Mohamed stated that the revised Tree Replacement Plan, Landscape Mitigation Plan and Steep Slopes Mitigation Plan submitted by the applicant are acceptable. She also stated that the applicant has agreed to place a conservation easement on the entire buffer, which would limit any additional impervious surface within that buffer. Due to recent changes to the Village Code, the Village Board would also have to review the site plan application. The Planning Board performed a site plan review and recommended that the steep slopes permit, wetlands permit and the site plan review should be approved. Victor Carosi, Village Engineer, addressed the Board. The Village Engineering Consultant, Dolph Rotfeld, and he have reviewed the plans for 1 Brookside Way. Initially there were some minor comments regarding stormwater management, however these concerns have been addressed and the plans are satisfactory. On a motion made by Trustee Feinstein and seconded by Trustee Buzin, the public hearing was closed. Mr. Rang called the roll: TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 4 Mayor Rand called for the second resolution on the agenda. RESOLUTION: 2) CONSIDERATION OF A WETLANDS AND STEEP SLOPES PERMIT APPLICATIONS AND A SITE PLAN FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO AN EXISTING RESIDENCE AT 1 BROOKSIDE WAY. Mr. Bradbury read the resolution. RESOLUTION APPROVING WETLANDS AND STEEP SLOPES PERMITS AND A SITE PLAN FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO AN EXISTING RESIDENCE AT 1 BROOKSIDE WAY WHEREAS, Mr. Daniel Forbes of 173 Country Ridge Drive, Rye Brook has applied to the Village of Rye Brook for a Building Permit and to perform regulated activities within a wetland buffer and within areas of existing steep slopes to construct proposed renovations to a property at 1 Brookside Way, Section 1, Block 5E, Lot 5 in the R-15 Zoning District; and WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees, pursuant to Village Code §213-7 is the approval authority for regulated activities on steep slopes and the approval authority by definition, pursuant to §245-3 (A) of the Village Code for proposed regulated activities within wetland buffers; and WHEREAS, the application was referred to the Village Planning Board on May 11, 2004; and WHEREAS, the Village Planning Board reviewed the application and recommended approval of the wetlands and steep slopes permits on February 10, 2005 subject to conditions; and WHEREAS, the subject application was referred to the Advisory Council on Environmental Conservation and the Village Engineering Consultant for report and recommendation and comments were received; and WHEREAS, the subject application was referred to the Town/Village of Harrison for review and comment and no comments were received; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees, as Lead Agency pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA), has reviewed the information submitted by the Applicant in connection with the application, including a Full Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) and the Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 5 report and recommendations of the Village Consultants, Village Engineer, Village Attorney and Westchester County Department of Planning; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is familiar with the site and all aspects of the project; and WHEREAS, on March 8, 2005, the Board of Trustees held 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 WHEREAS, the area of impervious surface coverage in the watercourse buffer would be reduced and the functioning of the watercourse buffer would be enhanced by new plantings and storm water management facilities proposed for the project and impacts to steep slopes would be mitigated by employment of stabilization methods and plantings; and WHEREAS, the Planning Board, as part of a review of proposed changes to wetlands and steep slopes performed a review of the proposed site plan. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, for reasons stated herein, the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees adopts a Negative Declaration, hereby ending the State Environmental Quality Review process; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby grants approval of the site plan, a permit to perform regulated activities in a watercourse buffer and a steep slopes work permit subject to the following conditions: I. The total area of impervious surface coverage within the watercourse buffer shall in no event exceed a total area of 4,565 square feet. 2. The Applicant shall place a conservation easement on the property within the watercourse buffer in Rye Brook, the limits of which coincide with the limits of the 100-foot watercourse buffer. The conservation easement shall require the maintenance of open areas of the buffer in naturalized, native vegetation and shall prohibit new development and regular irrigation and/or pesticide and fertilizer use within the watercourse buffer. The conservation easement shall be reviewed and approved by the Village Attorney. 3. All storm water and erosion and sediment control plans shall be approved by the Village engineering consultant. 4. Prior to the issuance of a Building Permit, the Building Inspector shall review and verify that the proposed building bulk, building height and height/setback ratios comply with the requirements of Chapter 250 of the Village Code. Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 6 On a motion made by Trustee Santon and seconded by Trustee Feinstein, the following resolution was adopted: TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Mayor Rand called for the third public hearing on the agenda 3) CONSIDERATION OF AN APPLICATION TO AMEND A SPECIAL PERMIT AND SITE PLAN FOR A NEW MAINTENANCE FACILITY AT THE BLIND BROOK CLUB SECTION 1, BLOCK 4, LOT 1. Mayor Rand declared the public hearing open. The representative for the Blind Brook Club, Gary Gianfresco, addressed the Board. Mr. Gianfresco stated that this item is a minor amendment to the site plan and special use permits granted by the Board of Trustees on June 22, 2004. This project has previously received a thorough view when it was originally approved. This project does propose any material change to the previously approved application. In addition, all of the environmental mitigation previously approved would still be intact. This application is requesting to reduce the size of the building and relocating the parking lot closer to the building in order to avoid a requirement of constructing a retaining wall. The interior spaces that are affected by this primarily revolve around office space and do not affect the functionality of the building. This has also received a positive recommendation from the Planning Board in February. Mayor Rand called for a motion to close the public hearing. On a motion made by Trustee Santon, and seconded by Trustee Buzin, the public hearing was closed. TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Mayor Rand called for the third resolution on the agenda. RESOLUTION: 3) APPROVING AN APPLICATION TO ATTEND A SPECIAL PERMIT AND SITE PLAN FOR A NEW MAINTENANCE FACILITY AT THE BLIND BROOK CLUB, SECTION 1, BLOCK 4, LOT 1. Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 7 Mr. Bradbury read the resolution: RESOLUTION APPROVING AN APPLICATION TO AMEND AN APPROVED SPECIAL PERMIT AND SITE PLAN FOR A NEW MAINTENANCE FACILITY AT THE BLIND BROOK CLUB SECTION 1, BLOCK 4, LOT 1 WHEREAS, the Blind Brook Club was granted site plan, special use permit and wetlands permit approval on June 22, 2004 to construct a new maintenance facility on their property at 980 Anderson Hill Road, Section 1, Block 4, Lot 1 in the R-20/Z-1 Zoning District; and WHEREAS, on January 31, 2005 the Blind Brook Club submitted an application to amend the previously approved site plan proposing to reduce the size of the maintenance building to 9,100 square feet and modify the adjacent parking area; and WHEREAS, the application was referred to the Village Planning Board for review and recommendation on February 8, 2005; and WHEREAS, the Village Planning Board recommended approval of the application on February 10, 2005; and WHEREAS, the subject application was referred to the Westchester County Department of Planning for the purpose of notification; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees, as Lead Agency pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA), has reviewed the Full Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) prepared by the Applicant; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is familiar with the site and all aspects of the project; and WHEREAS, on March 8, 2005, the Board of Trustees held 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 WHEREAS, no changes to approved environmental permits have been proposed and the proposed changes comply with the regulations of the SROD and Chapter 209 regarding site plan requirements; and Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 8 WHEREAS, the size of the building has been reduced and the impact to the slope east of the building has been lessened by the elimination of two spaces in the parking area adjacent to the building. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, for reasons stated herein, the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees determines the proposed amendments to the approved site plan and special permit to be minor in nature; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees adopts a Negative Declaration, hereby ending the State Environmental Quality Review process; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby approves the amendments to the approved Site Plan and Special Use Permit. On a motion made by Trustee Santon and seconded by Trustee Buzin, the following resolution did not pass: TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRSUTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Mayor Rand asked to move resolution number eleven next on the agenda. RESOLUTION: 11)APPROVING INSTALLATION OF A FENCE AND PLANTINGS BY VERIZON NEW YORK, INC. TO SCREEN AND EXISTING EQUIPMENT FACILITY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF WEST RIDGE DRIVE WEST OF NORTH RIDGE STREET. RESOLUTION APPROVING INSTALLATION OF A FENCE AND PLANTINGS BY VERIZON NEW YORK, INC. TO SCREEN AN EXISTING EQUIPMENT FACILITY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF WEST RIDGE DRIVE WEST OF THE INTERSECTION WITH NORTH RIDGE STREET WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees is considering granting Verizon, New York, Inc. approval for the installation of screening to mitigate the visual impacts of an existing equipment facility that is the property of Verizon New York, Inc. located on the Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 9 south side of West Ridge Drive in the right-of-way west of the intersection with North Ridge Street; and WHEREAS, Verizon New York, Inc. has submitted two alternative plans ("Proposal A" and "Proposal B"), both dated February 2005, to install such screening; and WHEREAS, the two alternative plans were reviewed and commented on by the Village planning consultant; and WHEREAS, the Village planning consultant recommended approval of Proposal B with certain modifications to the plan and landscape materials; and WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees is familiar with the location of the equipment facility and the two alternative plans submitted. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby grants Verizon New York, Inc. a waiver from the provisions of Sections 215-4 A., 215-4 C and 215-5 of the Village Code for installation of a fence and plantings as described in Proposal B dated February 2005 and approves the installation of Proposal B subject to the following conditions, at Verizon's sole cost and expense: 1. A pressure-treated wood fence shall be installed of sufficient height to adequately screen the installed equipment and shall be subject to the Village Engineer's approval. The fence shall be unpainted and allowed to weather naturally after installation. 2. Grass shall be installed on all areas of steep slopes disturbed by construction to minimize the possibility of erosion of the slope on which the boxes are located. 3. Native climbing plants such as Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus quinquifolia) or Dutchman's Pipe (Aristolochia durior or A. macrophylla) shall be planted at each end of the fence away from the road. 4. Three upright Junipers shown on the plan shall be repositioned so that they are not planted in a row,but are grouped more naturalistically. 5. Verizon New York, Inc. shall be responsible for maintaining the fence and the health of the plantings. The fence shall be repaired or replaced as necessary and plants that die shall be immediately replaced. Mayor Rand asked the Village Engineer to make sure that the fence should be sufficient height in order to provide the best screening affect. Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 10 Trustee Santon asked why is it not being required to plant evergreens in the area in order to soften the appearance of the wood fence from the streetscape. Marilyn Timpone-Mohamed, Village Consultant, addressed the Board. Due to the location of the project, this action would not be possible because of the slope of the land and the distance of land from the equipment box to the street. Evergreen trees would have to be planted in close proximity to the street and as a result would cause a significant amount of damage would occur those trees plant in this location. Snow removal and street salting in the winter will have a detrimental impact on the trees. The Village Consultant also stated that it is important to make sure that Verizon maintains the fence. Wood is an organic material and will rot over time, and it is Verizon's responsible to maintain this area. Mayor Rand noted that there has been a great deal of public input regarding this project. Numerous discussions with residents in the area has taken place and they are pleased with the outcome. On a motion made by Trustee Santon, and seconded by Trustee Feinstein, the resolution was adopted. TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Mayor Rand called for the fourth public hearing on the agenda. 4) CONSIDERATION OF A LOCAL LAW TO AMEND CHAPTER 240 OF THE VILLAGE CODE TO PROHIBIT PARKING ALONG PORTIONS OF FAIRLAWN PARKWAY. Mayor Rand declared the public hearing open, and noted that this is a continuation of a previous public hearing. Vicky Luria, of 2 Fairlawn Parkway, addressed the Board. She stated that she was speaking on behalf of residents of Fairlawn Parkway due to inclement weather. Mrs. Luria read a letter addressed to the Board written by her neighbor located a 4 Fairlawn Parkway. The letter stated that she was against the proposal to enlarge the no parking distance on the road. This condition creates poor visibility for drivers pulling out of their driveways and does not allow street sweepers to properly clean and maintain the streets. This condition also creates a problem with snow removal. In addition, this creates a safety hazard for children crossing the road. She believes that these cars should not be Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 11 parked in front of her house and extending the no parking distance will worsen the situation. Mayor Rand addressed the public. He stated that the issue before the Board is safety. The Board has had multiple discussions with both the Village Police and Fire personnel regarding this matter. It is very dangerous when emergency service vehicle make turns onto Fairlawn Parkway from Ridge Street is a very dangerous hazard due to cars being parked on both sides of the road. The extension of the no parking zone will mitigate possibility of an accident. Emergency vehicles travel at accelerated speeds and the current parking conditions create a dangerous situation. Trustee Santon addressed the public. The purpose of this proposed local law is to increase the turning radius and increase the line sight for emergency vehicles. It is a safety measure that is in the public's best interest. He understands that most of the residents of Rye Brook would not appreciate having a business employee's park their cars in front of their house. The Village should do something to make sure that when a business in Rye Brook expands and grows, they should make sure they have the capacity to provide parking on their own site. Since this school was built in the 1930's, its use has grown. This growth should not be the burden of the residents in the area. The staff of the school should not be parking in front of resident's homes on a daily basis. This is a quality of life issue. Trustee Feinstein addressed the public. Trustee Feinstein stated that although this action does not address every single goal, it addresses the issue of safety and should be adopted. Ken Heller, of 22 Lincoln Avenue, addressed the Board. Mr. Heller expressed his concern with development in the community. Land in the community has been overdeveloped and it continues. Trustee Buzin addressed the public. He believes that this local law is a start. The Village is in constant contact with the Ridge Street School, in order to mitigate this problem as much as possible. He also stated that for now, this law should be adopted and move forward. On a motion made by Trustee Santon and seconded by Trustee Buzin, the public hearing was closed. TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 12 Mayor Rand called for the fourth resolution on the agenda: RESOLUTION: 4) ADOPTING A LOCAL LAW TO AMEND CHAPTER 240 OF THE VILLAGE CODE TO PROHIBIT PARKING ALONG PORTIONS OF FAIRLAWN PARKWAY. Mr. Bradbury read the resolution. RESOLUTION ADOPTING A LOCAL LAW TO AMEND CHAPTER 240 OF THE VILLAGE CODE TO PROHIBIT PARKING ALONG PORTIONS OF FAIRLAWN PARKWAY WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook Traffic Commission has requested that Ch. 240 of the Code of the Village of Rye Brook be amended to prohibit parking and standing along portions of Fairlawn Parkway; and WHEREAS, a local law has been proposed to amend Ch. 240 to prohibit parking and standing along the east side of Fairlawn Parkway from North Ridge Street to a point 100 feet north thereof and the west side of Fairlawn Parkway from North Ridge Street to a point 150 feet north thereof; and WHEREAS, a duly noticed public hearing was held at a meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook on March 8, 2005, at which time all those wishing to be heard on behalf of or in opposition to the proposed local law, or any part thereof, were given the opportunity to be heard and the hearing was closed on March 8, 2005; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook has complied with the provisions of the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act and has determined that the adoption of the proposed local law is a "Type IP' action and, therefore, no further environmental review of the proposed action is required; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook after due deliberation, finds it is in the best interest of the Village to adopt such local law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook adopts the proposed local law to amend Chapter 240 of the Code of the Village of Rye Brook to prohibit parking and standing along portions of Fairlawn Parkway; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and the Village Clerk are authorized to sign all necessary documents to implement the purposes of this resolution. Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 13 On a motion made by Trustee Santon and seconded by Trustee Feinstein, the resolution was adopted. TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Mayor Rand called for the fifth public hearing on the agenda. 5) CONSIDERATION OF A LOCAL LAW TO AMEND THE VILLAGE VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC LAW CONCERNING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON NEUTON AVENUE, TAMARACK ROAD AND COLLEGE AVENUE. Mayor Rand opened the public hearing. He noted that he would be asking for a motion to table this public hearing in order to have the Village's State Representatives Senator Oppenhiemer and Assemblyman Latimer act on a State Local Law that would allow the Village to issue permit parking in the area in the area of Neuton Avenue, Tamarack Road, College Avenue and Hillcrest Avenue. Mr. Bradbury also noted that there has been a letter submitted by the Village addressed to the Attorney General requesting an opinion on the proposed local law. He also noted that the Port Chester School District has endorsed the legislation. On a motion made by Trustee Santon and seconded by Trustee Buzin, the public hearing was tabled. TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Mayor Rand called for the sixth item on the agenda. RESOLUTION: 6) REFERRING TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 212 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK REGARDING SPRINKLER SYSTEMS. Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 14 RESOLUTION REFERRING TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 212 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK REGARDING SPRINKLER SYSTEMS WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is considering a local law to amend Chapter 212 of the Code of the Village of Rye Brook to provide a new regulatory framework for the installation of approved fire suppression sprinkler systems in residential and commercial buildings. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook hereby refers the proposed local law, as attached hereto, to the Zoning Board of Appeals, for review and comment. On a motion made by Trustee Feinstein, and seconded by Trustee Buzin, the resolution was adopted. TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Mayor Rand called for the seventh resolution on the agenda. RESOLUTION: 7) AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK TO ENTER INTO AN INTER-MUNICIPAL AGREEMENT AND END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT REGARDING THE REVERSE 911 INTERACTIVE COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM. Mr. Bradbury read the resolution. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK TO ENTER INTO A REVISED USER LICENSE AGREEMENT REGARDING THE REVERSE 911 INTERACTIVE COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 15 WHEREAS, Village of Port Chester, Port Chester — Rye Union Free School District, Village of Rye Brook and the Blind Brook Union Free School District are working together to purchase and implement the Reverse 911 Interactive Community Notification System; and WHEREAS, that the total cost of the Reverse 911 Interactive Community Notification System, minus any grants received, shall be shared equally between the Village of Port Chester, Port Chester—Rye Union Free School District, Village of Rye Brook and the Blind Brook Union Free School District; and WHEREAS, on March 8, 2005 the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees approved an Inter-Municipal Agreement and a previous End User License Agreement; and WHEREAS, a revised End User License agreement has been prepared between the Village of Rye Brook, Village of Port Chester, Port Chester — Rye Union Free School District, Village of Rye Brook and the Blind Brook Union Free School District, and Sigma Communications, Inc. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute the Reverse 911 Interactive Community Notification System End User License agreement on behalf of the Village of Rye Brook. On a motion made by Trustee Santon, and seconded by Trustee Feinstein, the resolution was approved. TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND VOTING AYE Mayor Rand called for the eight resolution on the agenda. RESOLUTION: 8) APPROVING A STREET CLOSURE REQUEST IN BELLEFAIR. Mr. Bradbury read the resolution. RESOLUTION APPROVING A STREET CLOSURE REQUEST IN BELLEFAIR Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 16 WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees supports the charity event organized by the BelleFair Activities Committee, in conjunction with Cerebral Palsy of Westchester, held on Sunday, May 22, 2005 from approximately 9:30am— 12:30pm; and WHEREAS, the BelleFair Activities Committee is requesting that access to some of BelleFair streets are detoured, including parts of BelleFair Road, Millennium Place, Legendary Circle and BelleFair Boulevard. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the BelleFair Activities Committee, in conjunction with Cerebral Palsy of Westchester may use certain parts of BelleFair Streets on Sunday, May 22, 2005 for the Run/Walk/Push charity event in compliance with the terms and/or conditions established by the Village of Rye Brook Police Department On a motion made by Trustee Feinstein, and seconded by Trustee Buzin, the following resolution was adopted: TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND ABSENT Deputy Mayor Santon called for the ninth resolution on the agenda. RESOLUTION: 9) AUTHORIZATION OF FUNDS FOR THE 2004 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE TO BE PAID TO THE PORT CHESTER-RYE BROOK-TOWN OF RYE VETERANS' CENTRAL COMMITTEE. Mr. Bradbury read the resolution. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZATION OF FUNDS FOR THE 2005 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE TO BE PAID TO THE PORT CHESTER—RYE BROOK— TOWN OF RYE VETERANS' CENTRAL COMMITTEE Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 17 WHEREAS, the Port Chester— Rye Brook— Town of Rye Veterans' Central Committee will host the 2005 Memorial Day Parade on Sunday, May 30, 2005; and WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook Village Board would like to continue to assist the Veterans' Central Committee with this event. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook will pay seven hundred and fifty dollars ($750.00) to the Port Chester — Rye Brook — Town of Rye Veterans' Central Committee for its 2005 Memorial Day Parade. Trustee Feinstein verified that this was the same amount that was donated last year. On a motion made by Trustee Feinstein, and seconded by Trustee Buzin, the resolution was adopted. TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND ABSENT Deputy Mayor Santon called for the tenth resolution on the agenda. RESOLUTION: 10)AMENDING THE LICENSE AND PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE LICENSE AND PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook hereby authorizes the Village Clerk to modify the Licensing and Permit Fee Schedule on file in the Clerk's Office to change the fee for Site Plan Review as follows: FROM: "Multi-Family Dwellings" $200 (plus $100 per unit) TO: "Residential Dwellings" $200 (plus $100 per unit) On a motion made by Trustee Feinstein, and seconded by Trustee Buzin, the resolution was adopted. Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 18 TRUSTEE BUZIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE FEINSTEIN VOTING AYE TRUSTEE HARRIS ABSENT TRUSTEE SANTON VOTING AYE MAYOR RAND ABSENT ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT Mr. Bradbury noted that the draft King Street Interchange Report is on the Village Website. It still needs to be finalized and will be presented to both Rye Brook and Greenwich Boards. The next meeting regarding the King Street Athletic Fields will be on March 24, 2005 at 8:00 p.m. Updates on this project are also posted on the Village Website. Village Elections are next Tuesday, March 15, 2005, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Regarding snow removal, Mr. Bradbury also noted that Village Staff is working real hard right now. However, similar to all other communities in Westchester, the Village of Rye Brook is currently $63,000 over the $30,000 budgeted in this line due to overtime on weekends and holidays. The Village has also received an update from the Envirom-nental Protection Agency regarding the mercury cleanup at 55 Hillandale Avenue. The EPA has completed their site tests and investigation and have drafted remediation plans and action plans. Funding for this project is expected to be approved within the next three weeks. Mayor Rand presented Trustee Dean Santon with a certificate of appreciation and thanked him for all of his hard work as a Board member. Mayor Rand noted that the next Board of Trustees meetings were scheduled for March 22, 2005 and April 11, 2005. There being no further business before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 9:13 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Christopher J. Bradbury Village Administrator/Clerk Board of Trustees Meeting March 8,2005 Page 19