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Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
May 14, 2002 at 7:30 p.m.
PRESENT:
FRANCIS L. FILIPOWSKI,Mayor
JODY H. BRACKMAN
DONALD E. DEGLING
DEAN P. SANTON
CAROL M. GOODMAN
Trustees
STAFF: Edward J. Beane—Village Attorney
Christopher J. Bradbury—Village Administrator
Connie Di Salvo—Assistant to the Village Administrator
Chief Robert J. Santoro—Chief of Police
Victor G. Carosi, P.E.,Village Engineer
David Kvinge -Village Consultant
William Gerety,Building Inspector
Robert Bertolacci—Recreation Superintendent
Gina Tarascio—Meeting Secretary
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Filipowski called the meeting to order and invited everyone to join in the
Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
Mayor Filipowski asked the Assistant to the Administrator to call the roll; a quorum
was present to conduct official village business. Mayor Filipowski announced that they are
taking one item out of order, Resolution #16.
RESOLUTIONS
1.Authorizing Special Tax Counsel to Approve PILOT Documents For the BelleFair
Senior Living Facility
Trustee Santon requested that he would like the School District and Board of
Trustees to review the final document. Trustee Santon would also like the Board of Trustees
to retain control over this transaction until they see the final document. Trustee Santon
requested a special meeting to see the final document and would like the school board to
have enough time to review it.
Trustee Goodman stated that there is no reason to look at this again and believes
that the board doesn't need to meet again because we are aware of what the terms are and
what the resolution is.
Mayor Filipowski stated that Special Counsel knows what has to be done and it is
very important for the village and school district to square this away.
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Trustee Santon stated that the Board has an obligation to the public to reveal the
terms and vote on a resolution in a public session. Trustee Santon believes special counsel
should continue to negotiate and come back to the board for a resolution at a public session.
Mr. Beane was asked to comment. Mr. Beane stated that the terms are acceptable and
efficient and that the Mayor will review and sign.
On a motion made by Trustee Degling, and seconded by Trustee Brackman the
following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the village, the school district, and the representatives of FC BelleFair
LLC Senior Living facility have negotiated fair and reasonable PILOT documents
establishing a rate of assessment for the next twelve (12) years and guaranteeing payments to
the village equal to its mortgage tax proceeds.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board of Trustees
does hereby authorize the Mayor, as reviewed by Special Tax Counsel Mark S. Tulis, to
approve the amended PILOT Agreement,amended PILOT mortgage, and related legal
documents in regard to the BefleFair Senior Living Facility, subject to approval of the Blind
Brook-Rye Union Free School District.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Nay
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
2. Rosen 3-Lot Subdivision for 48 Lincoln Avenue
Mr. Beane summarized the resolution regarding the Rosen 3-Lot Subdivision and
stated that this resolution approves the subdivision along with a number of specific
conditions. Corrections were made to the square footage of Parcel C. Mr. Beane stated that
any minor corrections would be made.
Mayor Filipowski stated that he would like the language clearer pertaining to the
regrading and the plat. Mayor Filipowski also had a couple of questions regarding the
language in specific areas. Mr. Beane explained and stated that everything is in conformance
with the code and that we can take certain language or modify if necessary. Mr. Kvinge also
explained the language about regrading and highlighted specific conditions. Trustee Degling
also made some additional comments regarding the language. Minor changes were made to
the resolution.
Trustee Brackman stated her concern about the Tree Preservation Plan and that the
applicant adheres to it. Mr. Beane stated that specific language in the resolution reflects this
concern.
Trustee Santon raised a couple of questions regarding the size of the parcels and
requested clarification. Trustee Santon also had concerns with the environmental
conservation and with reference to the tree preservation. Trustee Santon commented that
this draft is a good step but the board is not ready to vote and believes the planning board's
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recommendations along with their vote should be added to this resolution. Trustee Santon
requested to see a revised plat and believes many items need closure. Trustee Santon also
had concerns regarding some of the language and believes we should come back to the
board for final plat approval. Trustee Santon questioned why we are going forward and
considering a positive recommendation with all these concerns pending. Trustee Santon also
stated that since the Planning Board had negative recommendations on this matter,we will
need to explain why we are going to ignore the Planning Board's recommendations.
Trustee Goodman agreed to have a workshop regarding this matter and stated that
we need to review the minutes and make sure everything is included that was discussed.
Mr. Beane stated that he is adjusting the language in the resolution regarding the
Certificate of Occupancy.
Mr. Gerety addressed the board and stated that the Certificate of Occupancy has a
section,which states conditions. The resolution can be referenced but can't be attached to
the certificate of occupancy.
Mr. Beane will change the language to reflect this and stated that this language is in
there to protect us. Mayor Filipowski stated that this is an impervious surface matter
Trustee Santon asked if we are prohibiting swimming pools and that we did not
receive closure regarding these topics. Trustee Santon stated that two of the Planning Board
members who attended the workshop, stated they would like to see one house considered.
Trustee Santon commented that it is premature to vote on this tonight.
Mr. Warren S. Agatston who represents the applicant—Chris Scelfo,addressed the
board and thanked the board and everyone who worked diligently on this matter. Mr.
Agatston stated that the language in Paragraph 17 is too restrictive. Mr. Agatston also had
other items to discuss—Paragraph 7 needs clarification and asked if the two funds already
paid are part of the escrow account.
Mr. Bradbury stated that they did receive a check for $3,500 in addition to the
$3,000 and that the account is now depleted and these funds would be in addition to the
$20,000.
Ms. Linda Whitehead who represents the Rosen's also addressed the board and
thanked the board for their hard work and efforts in this matter. Ms. Whitehead stated that
the deed restrictions cover some of these issues and stated that she was not advised about
the planning board meeting on this matter last week. She also had a comment on some of
the language and was concerned about the language with regard to vegetation.
Mr. Beane stated that he will adjust the language.
Mr. Ken Heller, 22 Lincoln Avenue,Rye Brook resident,addressed the board and
stated that the tree committee has been facing a situation. Mr. Heller stated that these trees
would come down because there are no penalties and that the vegetation state is useless.
There are no penalties, ordinance or control unless you get a 15-foot easement.
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Trustee Santon questioned where the footprint of the building will be and stated that
he has not seen the footprint and that it would be helpful to have a visual to make a
judgment on this number.
Trustee Brackman noted that she would like to see Parcel A. Mr. Warren S. Agatston
illustrated to the board where Parcel A is.
Trustee Degling asked that when houses are being designed will they go before the
Architectural Review Board and if they have something larger, doesn't this have to go before
the Board for approval.
Mr. Beane stated that the plat has building envelopes and asked if we change the
building envelope to move it 20 feet closer to provide more room. Mr. Beane stated that
they would not have to come back to the board for approval.
Mayor Filipowski asked for any more comments from the public.
Mr. Chris Scelfo addressed the board and stated that 85 feet is right to the rear of the
house and he
is asking to reduce this to 65 feet and discussed having a 20 foot leeway.
Mr. Warren S. Agatston addressed the board and stated that this is a crucial point,
which was discussed at the workshop. If this is not changed and the building has to be
moved slightly,we would have to get an ordinance. This would be a serious problem on this
house with additional footage.
Mr. David Kvinge stated that it is very important to understand that the rear building
does not allow the applicant to build a deck in the back of the house and that 20 feet is not
unreasonable and does not change the size of the house and allows the freedom to build a
deck.
Trustee Brackman asked if they are keeping the impervious surface away from the
Blind Brook. Mr. Kvinge stated that it will be away from the flood plain.
Mr. Kvinge stated that moving it to 65 feet will not change the significant location of
the house.
After discussions with the board,Mr. Beane made the appropriate adjustments and
the amendments were read to the board.
Trustee Santon stated that this document is not ready for a vote and that it is missing
much detail such as landscaping plans and tree preservation details.
On a motion made by Trustee Brackman,and seconded by Trustee Degling the
following resolution was adopted:
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WHEREAS, Chris Scelfo, on behalf of 48 Lincoln Avenue Associates, has made an
application to the Village of Rye Brook requesting Preliminary and Final Subdivision
Approval, to subdivide that portion of the existing ±4.126-acre parcel of land located in the
Village of Rye Brook into the following three (3) Parcels: Parcel A +25,235 square feet,
Parcel B ±23,840 square feet, and Parcel C ±150,790 square feet, of which ± 131,406 square
feet is located within the Town/Village of Harrison and ± 19,384 square feet of which is
located within the Village of Rye Brook. The existing residence is located on that portion of
Parcel C within the Town/Village of Harrison; and
WHEREAS, the subject property is located on the west side of Lincoln Avenue
approximately 120 feet south of the intersection formed by Lincoln Avenue and Westerleigh
Road, within the R-12 Residential Zoning District, and is shown on the Tax Map as
Section 1,Block 12, Parcel 1A5-2; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees has reviewed the information submiitted
by the Applicant in support of the application, including a Full Environmental Assessment
Form (EAF), and the following plans:
1. Sheet 1 of 3, "Preliminary Subdivision Plat and Site Improvement
Plan," dated 8/17/01, last revised 3/04/02, prepared by Federico
Associates,White Plains,New York;
2. Sheet 2 of 3, "Grading, Sediment and Erosion Control Plan," dated
8/17/01, last revised 3/04/02, prepared by Federico Associates,
White Plains,New York;
3. Sheet 3 of 3, "Tree Protection and Landscape Plan," dated 8/17/01,
last revised 3/04/02, prepared by Federico Associates, White Plains,
New York;
4. Sheet SE, "Streetscape and Parcel Section Plan," dated 8/17/01, last
revised 3/04/02, prepared by Federico Associates,White Plains, New
York; and
5. Drywell calculations prepared by Anthony S. Pisarri, PE, Cortlandt
Manor,New York;
WHEREAS, the application was referred to the Village Planning Board by the
Village Board of Trustees on June 26, 2001; and
WHEREAS, the Village's Planning Consultant submitted comments and
recommendations to the Village Planning Board by memoranda dated July 3 and October 5,
2001 and January 3, 2002; and
WHEREAS, the Rye Brook Advisory Council on Environmental Conservation has
visited the site and made comments by letters dated August 14, 2001, October 19, 2001 and
April 5, 2002; and
WHEREAS, the Village Planning Board, during the review of the application,
considered the following particular issues and concerns in addition to the general
considerations as described in the Rye Brook Code:
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• The potential impacts to floodplain and wetlands. The Applicant has
revised the plans to include a vegetated buffer strip along the Blind
Brook.
• Drainage issues, particularly with respect to drainage improvements
contemplated by the Village to address off-site drainage problems.
• The preservation of existing trees on the site, and particularly large
specimen trees. The Tree Preservation Plan was prepared by the
Applicant in response to these concerns.
• The preservation of the existing character of the streetscape in this area
of Lincoln Avenue. The Applicant has agreed to retain and enhance the
existing vegetation along the property frontage.
• Potential impacts,particularly traffic, of any future development of Parcel
C, the majority of which is located within the Town of Harrison. The
Applicant stated that the subdivision of Parcel C is not contemplated by
the property owners and pursuant to the provisions of subparagraphs
3(h) and 3(1) and paragraph 15 of this Resolution, no further
development of Parcel C shall occur; and
WHEREAS, the Village Planning Board discussed the application at open meetings
on July 12, October 11, and December 13, 2001 and January 10, and February 14, 2002,
March 14, 2002 and April 4, 2002, at which time members of the public were given the
opportunity to be heard; and
WHEREAS, on February 14, 2002, the Village Planning Board adopted a
Resolution advising against subdivision approval based upon, among other concerns, that
the site is located in the 100 year flood plain, there would be negative impacts to the
community including removal of the stone wall along the front property line, loss of mature
vegetation,number of curb cuts and drainage concerns and development not in keeping with
the character of the area; and
WHEREAS, on March 4, 2002, the Applicant submitted revised plans that:
1. Relocated and reconfigured the proposed residences, intending to
minimize impacts on the flood plain.
2. Preserved and extended the existing stonewall.
3. Revised the plan to show a common driveway for Parcels A and B.
4. Reduced the number of mature trees to be removed to ensure that no
mature trees would have been removed along the Lincoln Avenue
frontage; and
WHEREAS, the Village Planning Board discussed the application at a special
meeting on April 4, 2002 and four (4) members were present, constituting a quorum, but did
not adopt a Resolution; and
WHEREAS, a duly noticed public hearing was held on April 9, 2002, at which time
all those wishing to be heard were given the opportunity to be heard, and the hearing was
closed on that date;and
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WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees is familiar with the Site and all aspects of
the Project, and has been satisfied that the Project will comply with the standards and
requirements of the Village of Rye Brook Code; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees determined that the proposed action is
an unlisted action pursuant to Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law and 6
NYCRR Part 617, for which the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees is the Lead Agency
and the only Involved Agency for the environmental review with respect to the approval of
said subdivision;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook Board
of Trustees hereby adopts and incorporates as findings and determinations the recitations
and statements set forth above as if fully set forth and resolved herein;and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees, in accordance with
Article 8 of the State Environmental Conservation Law and 6 NYCRR Part 617, and upon
review of the EAF and all other application materials prepared for this action, hereby adopts
a Negative Declaration since the Project will result in only minor physical changes to the site,
visual impacts will be minimal, and any disturbance associated with the Project will be
controlled through the proper implementation and maintenance of erosion and sediment
controls.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, as follows:
1. The Board hereby adopts and incorporates the recitations and statements set
forth above as if fully set forth and resolved herein.
2. The Board hereby finds that the final plat will not be substantively changed from
the preliminary plat and hereby determines that a public hearing on the final plat is not
required.
3. The Board hereby grants to the Applicant both Preliminary and Final
Subdivision Plat Approval for a 3-Parcel Subdivision as herein defined, and the Mayor is
authorized to sign the final subdivision plat, subject to the following conditions and
modifications, each of which must be satisfied prior to the signing of the final plat by the
Mayor,unless otherwise specifically noted:
a. The Applicant shall prepare a final subdivision plat in accordance
with Section 219-40 of the Village of Rye Brook Subdivision
Regulations and pursuant to this Resolution. Upon obtaining a
satisfactory review by the Village Engineer, the final subdivision plat
shall be submitted for review and signature by the Westchester
County Department of Health. The signature of the Department of
Health shall be required prior to the signing of the final plat by the
Mayor.
b. The Applicant shall submit a statement signed by the Town of Rye
Receiver of Taxes that all taxes due on the Property have been paid.
C. The Applicant shall install a vegetated buffer in the front yard on
Parcels A and B to the satisfaction of the Village Engineer and
Planning Consultant from a location +fifteen (15') feet in depth,
measured from the inside edge of the stone wall adjacent to Lincoln
Avenue. The applicant shall submit prior to the signing of the final
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subdivision plat by the Mayor, a declaration of covenants and
restrictions, in favor of the Village intended to protect and maintain
the vegetated buffer area described above for review and approval by
the Board of Trustees, subject to the approval of the Village
Attorney.
d. The proposed residences be designed and located so as to be in
keeping with the general character of the immediate area.
e. The Applicant shall preserve as many of the mature trees as practical
and as shown on the Tree Preservation Plan using acceptable tree
preservation techniques, which detailed measures shall be reviewed
and approved by the Village Engineer and inspected by Village staff.
f. No clearing or grading shall take place beyond the Clearing and
Grading Limit Lines as depicted on the approved plans. The
Clearing and Grading Limit Lines shall be staked in the field prior to
the commencement of any clearing or grading activity on the site.
g. A note stating, "the portion of Parcel C located within the Village of
Rye Brook is not a building Parcel" shall be placed on the final
subdivision plat.
h. The following additional notes must be added to the plat prior to the
signing of the final plat by the Mayor:
(i) "There shall be no further subdivision of any of the parcels."
(ii) "The driveway on Parcel C shall service one house only."
i. The stone wall on the street frontage of Parcels A and B shall be
retained, (except in the area of the driveway entrances), repaired and
improved in its present location to extend along the entire frontage
of Parcels A and B, prior to the issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy for any Parcel.
j. The common driveway serving parcels A and B shall be reduced in
width to a maximum of 18 feet.
k. The Applicant shall install a vegetated buffer to protect the Blind
Brook from impacts associated with the residential property such as
pesticides, fertilizers and lawn clippings in the rear yard on Parcels A
and B, to the satisfaction of the Village Engineer from a location
approximately fifteen (15') feet in depth, measured from the edge of
the Blind Brook. The applicant shall submit a declaration of
covenants and restrictions in favor of the Village, intended to protect
and maintain the vegetated buffer area described above, for review
and approval by the Board of Trustees upon consultation with the
Village Attorney prior to the signing of the final subdivision plat by
the Mayor.
1. The applicant shall submit a declaration of covenants and restrictions,
to be placed on that portion of Parcel C located within the Village of
Rye Brook in favor of the Village, intended to insure that those
portions of Parcel C not used for the driveway or drainage easement,
shall remain in a vegetated state, for review and approval by the
Board of Trustees, upon consultation with the Village Attorney,
before the signing of the final subdivision plat by the Mayor.
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M. A drainage easement for the flow of water across Parcel C to the
Blind Brook will be granted to the Village subject to the review and
approval by the Board of Trustees upon consultation with the Village
Attorney, prior to the signing of the final subdivision plat by the
Mayor.
4. The final subdivision plat shall be prepared, signed and sealed by a professional
engineer or land surveyor licensed in the State of New York.
5. The Board hereby finds that a proper case exists for requiring that additional
parklands be suitably located for playground and other recreational purposes
within the Village of Rye Brook. Since, in accordance with the Land
Subdivision Regulations, two (2) new building Parcels will be created within
the Village of Rye Brook and lands appropriate for reservation for
recreational purposes do not exist on site, a fee in lieu of the reservation of
land for recreational purposes in the amount of $7,000.00 per acre (plus
$1,750.00 for each new building Parcel) will be required as a condition of
Final Plat approval.
6. In accordance with the Village's Schedule of Fees, the Applicant shall be
responsible for the payment of all application review fees incurred by the
Board in its review of this Project in excess of the application review fees
paid by the Applicant to date. Such fees shall be paid within thirty (30) days
of the notification to the Applicant that they are due, and prior to the
issuance of a building permit. If such fees are not paid within this thirty (30)
day period and an extension there from has not been granted by the Board,
this Resolution shall be rendered null and void. Refunds of any remaining
funds within the escrow account for the applications will not be made until
six (6) months after the filing of the final subdivision plat.
7. The Applicant shall pay into a Village escrow account, the sum of Twenty
Thousand and No/100 ($20,000.00) Dollars, to retain consultants and other
personnel needed to evaluate and inspect the appropriateness, quality and
progress of the implementation of the sediment and erosion control plan,
utility plan, landscaping plan, off-site drainage plan and wetland mitigation
plan as shown on the approved construction plans, so that the fees and costs
of said consultants shall not be borne by the Village. The escrow account
will be replenished from time to time by the Applicant, on the request of the
Village Administrator.
8. The Applicant shall confirm the actual boundaries of any floodplain (as defined
by the Village Code) on the plans,prior to the signing of the final subdivision
plat by the Mayor.
9. The Applicant shall submit final common driveway and drainage easements and
declaration of covenants and restrictions identified in this Resolution, which
shall be subject to the approval of the Board of Trustees as to substance, and
the Village Attorney as to form. The approved easements and declaration of
covenants and restrictions shall thereafter be executed by the property owner
and delivered to the Village Attorney,in recordable form,prior to the signing
of the final subdivision plat by the Mayor. They shall be recorded in the
Office of the County Clerk contemporaneously with the filing of the final
subdivision plat.
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10. All erosion and sediment controls shall be installed to the satisfaction of the
Building Inspector prior to issuance of a Building Permit.
11. Any drainage improvements required of the Applicant must be completed
prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for any building.
12. Installation of Landscaping in the Blind Brook buffer and Lincoln Avenue
Street frontage buffer shall be installed during the first planting season,but in
no case later than six (6) months after issuance of the building permit, subject
to drought conditions.
13. The Applicant shall provide to the Village a landscape maintenance bond in
an amount to be determined by the Village Engineer and issued by a surety
and in a form satisfactory to the Village Attorney. The bond shall have a
term of five (5) years and shall guarantee installation and maintenance
thereof of all plantings in the Blind Brook and Lincoln Avenue Frontage
Buffer Areas, to be thereafter maintained and replaced as necessary by the
property owner. If the securing of such of bond is not feasible, the
Applicant shall have the right to apply to the Village Board for a modification
of this requirement.
14. The final subdivision plat and other subdivision plan shall be revised to
indicate the new tax Parcel number for the subject Parcels as assigned by the
Town of Rye Tax Assessor.
15. Parcels A, B and C shall not be further subdivided and note to this effect
shall be placed on the final plat.
16. Any structure requiring a building permit or impervious surface in excess of
200 square feet, located within 100 feet of the Blind Brook, except as set
forth in the final subdivision plat, shall require review and approval by the
Board of Trustees, including a wetlands permit, in accordance with the
requirements of the Village Code.
17. The rear building set back shall be located a distance of eighty-five (85') feet
from the rear lot line, except for a deck on parcel A, said deck to be no
greater in size than 300 square feet.
18. As used in this Resolution, the term "Applicant" shall mean the Applicant,
its, his or her heirs, successors and assigns.
19. The Applicant shall stake out the Parcel bounds for which a certificate of
occupancy is requested, and file with the Village Building Inspector an as-
built survey for the premises containing a legend that such stakes have been
set as shown thereon.
20. No certificate of occupancy shall be issued for any building until the water
and sewer improvements have been certified to be in compliance with the
applicable sections of the New York State Sanitary Code and approved by
the Westchester County Department of Health.
21. Conditional approval of the final plat shall expire one hundred eighty (180)
days from the date of this Resolution unless all requirements have been
certified as completed or a written request for an extension of Final
Subdivision Plat Approval has been made and granted by the Village Board.
Any extension of Final Subdivision Approval granted by the Village Board
shall be limited to a ninety (90) day period and no more than two (2)
extensions shall be granted.
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22. A copy of this Resolution shall be provided to the purchaser of Parcels A
and B, owner of Parcel C, and any person who signs a contract to purchase
the homes to be constructed on Parcels A and B, within ten (10) days of the
date on which the contract is signed by the Purchaser and prior to the
conveyance of any Parcel. Proof of compliance with this condition shall be
provided to the Village Attorney prior to issuance of the Certificate of
Occupancy for any building, and the Resolution shall be referenced in and
made a part of the Certificate of Occupancy. If no purchaser exists when the
Applicant makes application for a Certificate of Occupancy, then proof of
compliance as set forth above shall be referenced in and made a part of said
Certificate of Occupancy.
23. The Applicant shall submit a detailed landscaping plan, to the satisfaction of
the Village Planning Consultant and Village Engineer, depicting landscaping
designed to provide an adequate vegetated buffer along the Blind Brook and
an adequate landscaped buffer area along Lincoln Avenue prior to the
signing of the final subdivision plat by the Mayor. The landscaped buffer
along the Blind Brook shall be designed to minimize impacts to the Blind
Brook associated with the operation and maintenance of residential lawns,
such as fertilizer and pesticide use and the deposition of lawn clippings and
other debris. The landscaped buffer along Lincoln Avenue shall be designed
to provide a naturalistic planting in keeping with the rural character of the
Village and the immediate area.
24. The Village Clerk shall endorse a copy of this Resolution certifying its
correctness. The Applicant shall also sign a copy of this Resolution after it
has been initially endorsed by the Village Clerk acknowledging his receipt of
a copy of the Resolution. When all of the conditions as set forth above have
been satisfied, a copy of the final subdivision plat, revised as necessary, shall
be submitted for endorsement by the Mayor, certifying that the plans comply
with the terms of this Resolution, at which time, the Mayor shall also endorse
this Resolution in the space provided below, certifying that the Applicant has
complied with the above conditions of approval and that the final
subdivision plat is authorized for filing with the County Clerk, Division of
Land Records.
25. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for any building, the
Applicant shall submit a report, prepared by a certified arborist, describing
the health of the trees shown on the Tree Preservation Plan to be preserved.
If any of the trees are found to be unhealthy,in a state of decline or damaged
due to construction activity or to have been removed, the Applicant shall at
its own expense, repair the damage, provide any required maintenance or
replace the tree. Replacement trees shall be of the same species as those
removed, and the total cross-sectional area of the replacement trees shall be
equal to the cross-sectional area of the tree to be removed (for example, a
20" dbh tree has a cross-sectional area of 314 square inches and would
require eleven 6" dbh trees).
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Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Nay
Trustee Santon Voting Nay
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
This is to certify that Chris Scelfo has received a copy of said resolution on
June 10, 2002
Chris Scelfo
2. Setting A Date For A Public Hearing For The Consideration Of The
Application for Grant Street Senior Housing Amended Special Permit And Site Plan
Section 1, Block 28, Lot 9
Trustee Santon requested that the Village Administrator make sure that we have the
original approving special permit document so we can answer the inquiries about the length
of the senior components (25 years, 30 years). Also,would like input from Port Chester
about emergency access.
Mayor Filipowski stated that at the Planning Board meeting,it was stated that the
new units are guaranteed for 30 years from the Certificate of Occupancy. Mr. Louis Larizza
confirmed and stated that 30 years is correct.
Mr. Bradbury stated that Port Chester was informed about this permit and received
our application but may choose not to respond.
On a motion made by Trustee Degling and seconded by Trustee Santon the
following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, Mr. Louis Larizza made an application to the Village of Rye Brook
requesting amended Special Use Permit and Site Plan Approvals for the construction of one
(1) additional building, comprising of six (6) additional affordable single-bedroom units,
outdoor lighting, landscaping, and outdoor sitting area, and related site development
activities at the existing senior housing site located at Grant Street within the R-2F
Residential Zoning District,Tax Map Parcel No. 1-28-9; and
WHEREAS, on April 9, 2002, the Village Board adopted a Resolution granting the
requested Amended Site Plan Approval and Amended Special Permit; and
WHEREAS, subsequent to the adoption of this Resolution, the Village of Rye
Brook Board of Trustees was informed that the applicant had inadvertently failed to notify
owners of all property within a radius of 250' of the property line and of the subject parcel
of his application and the public hearing to be held thereon in accordance with the
requirements of the Village Board's February 26, 2002 Resolution; and
WHEREAS, based on such deficiency and with the consent of the applicant, the
Village Board wishes to rescind its April 9, 2002 Resolution granting Amended Site Plan and
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an Amended Special Use Permit approval and, schedule a new public hearing on the subject
action;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees hereby rescinds its
April 9, 2002 Resolution granting Amended Site Plan Approval and an Amended Special
Use Permit for the subject premises; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees
shall conduct a public hearing on this application on Tuesday,June 11, 2002, at 7:30 p.m. at
the Village Offices located at 938 King Street, Rye Brook,New York; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk shall publish a notice of public
hearing as required by law; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the applicant shall notify owners of all
properties within a radius of 250' of the property line of the subject parcel of the application
and the public hearing. This notice must be mailed by certified mail, return receipt requested
between fifteen (15) and ten (10) days prior to the public hearing. Proof of service along
with the certified mail receipts and any return receipts received as of that date must be
presented to the Village Building Department by Friday,June 7,2002.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
3. Setting Date For A Public Hearing On A Local Law to Amend Chapter 135 of
the Village Code Concerning Garbage, Refuse and Rubbish
Trustee Goodman asked if this resolution was only to set a date. Mayor Filipowski
stated that this is correct and that the public hearing is to hear comments from the public
and for the benefit of the public.
Trustee Goodman raised a question regarding procedures of the collection of waste
and if garbage is placed on the curbside or not. Mr. Bradbury stated that we have rear yard
garbage collection and the garbage has to be accessible.
Trustee Santon had some comments on the language regarding green waste.
On a motion made by Trustee Degling and seconded by Trustee Santon, the
following resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook shall conduct
a public hearing on May 28, 2002 at 7:30 p.m., at the Village Hall, 938 King Street, Rye
Brook, New York to consider a local law to amend Chapter 135 (Garbage, Refuse and
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Rubbish) of the Code of the Village of Rye Brook with regard to garbage preparation and
collection.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
4. Authorizing Solid Waste Collection Along Private Roadways Within The
Village
Trustee Goodman requested clarification on the 4`''paragraph regarding expenses.
Mayor Filipowski clarified that the Arbors would like to continue their three days of
collection but the village is not paying for this. Trustee Santon asked if the Bellefair roads
should be added. Mr. Bradbury stated that we are not listing these roads because they are
already covered by the contract.
On a motion made by Trustee Degling, and seconded by Trustee Brackman the
following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook and Suburban Carting Corporation currently
have a contract pursuant to which Suburban Carting Corporation provides residential
garbage collection services, curb-side collection of trash/rubbish and collection of organic
yard waste (hereinafter referred to as "sanitation services") along the public roadways in the
Village of Rye Brook through May 31, 2003; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook has offered to provide sanitation services
along private roadways within the territorial boundaries of the Village of Rye Brook.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the
Village of Rye Brook authorize the issuance of a change order to Suburban Carting
Corporation whereby, in addition to its existing contractual obligations, sanitation services
will be provided to those residences along private roadways within the territorial boundaries
of the Village of Rye Brook that comply with the Village's collection program requirements,
at a rate of$17.00 per residence per month;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that as a result of the Arbors Homeowner's
Association decision to maintain a third day of garbage collection per week at their own
expense,the village agrees to pay for the disposal costs only for this third collection since the
village would have incurred this cost if it was only collected over two days per week, and
agrees to accept subway collection cans at no additional cost to the village.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is authorized to sign all
necessary documents to implement the purposes of this resolution.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
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Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
5. Appointment Of Tax Assessor To Fulfill The Unexpired Term Of Former
Assessor
Mr. Markowitz was welcomed by the board. Mr. Markowitz addressed the board
and thanked the Mayor and Board of Trustees and stated that he is looking forward to
serving the village.
On a motion made by Trustee Brackman,and seconded by Trustee Degling the
following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS,William L. Wendlandt,Assessor for the Town of Rye,retired effective
December 31, 2001; and
WHEREAS, upon the retirement of Mr.Wendlandt, the Town Board of the Town
of Rye and the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook appointed Mitchell
Markowitz, a Real Property Appraiser,who resides at 26 Mohegan Lane,Rye Brook New
York 10573 as the Acting Assessor of the Town of Rye and the Village of Rye Brook,
pursuant to Section 314 of New York State Real Property Tax Law; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Rye has now appointed Mr.
Markowitz as the Sole Assessor of the Town of Rye,to fulfill the unexpired term of Mr.
Wendlandt that commenced October 1, 2001 and will expire on September 30, 2007.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the
Village of Rye Brook hereby appoints and designates Mitchell Markowitz, residing at 26
Mohegan Lane, Rye Brook,New York as the Assessor for the Village of Rye Brook, for the
balance of the term that commenced on October 1,2001 and will expire on September 30,
2007, subject to the approval of the Office of Real Property Services; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that Mr. Markowitz shall execute his oath of
office with the Village Clerk forthwith; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is authorized to execute all
documents necessary to implement this resolution; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Clerk shall forward a copy of
this Resolution to the Town of Rye.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
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6. Entering Into A Revocable Permit Agreement With Suny Purchase
For The Use Of Certain Facilities By The Village Recreation Department
Trustee Degling commented that he has no problem with the resolution and made
some minor suggestions. The agreement should be with the Village of Rye Brook and not
the Recreation Council. Mr. Beane corrected language to reflect this and noted that the
signature page and identification of party also need to be changed. Mr. Bradbury stated that
this is a nice opportunity and we are very excited about this.
On a motion made by Trustee Brackman,and seconded by Trustee Degling the
following resolution was adopted:
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 1, 2002 to August 9, 2002; and
WHEREAS, Purchase College is willing to 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 a fee of Five
Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty and no/100 ($5,760.00) Dollars, which is based on a rental
fee of One Hundred Twenty and no/100 ($120) Dollars per hour.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the
Village of Rye Brook 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 a deposit of Two Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty and no/100
($2,880.00) Dollars upon signing the Revocable Permit Agreement and to pay the balance of
the permit fee,Two Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty and no/100 ($2,880.00) Dollars at the
conclusion of the agreement period when a final bill is provided by Purchase College; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is authorized to sign all
necessary documents to implement the Revocable Permit Agreement.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
7. Entering Into A Cooperation Agreement with the County of Westchester to re-
qualify Westchester communities for Community Development Block Grant and
Home Funds for 2003 through 2005
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On a motion made by Trustee Brackman,and seconded by Trustee Degling the
following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of the United
States is authorized,under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974
as amended, and Tide II of the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990 as amended, to
make grants to states and other units of general local government to help finance
Community Development Programs; and
WHEREAS, Section 99-h of the General Municipal Law of the State of New York
grants to any municipal corporation the power, either individually or jointly with one or
more municipal corporations, to apply for, accept and expend funds made available by the
federal government, either directly or through the State, pursuant to the provisions of any
federal law which is not inconsistent with the statutes or constitution of this State, in order
to administer, conduct or participate with the federal government in programs relating to the
general welfare of the inhabitants of any such municipal corporation;and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Act of 1974 as amended, Tide II of the
National Affordable Housing Act of 1990 as amended, and any "Eligible Activities"
thereunder are not inconsistent with the statutes or constitution of this State; and
WHEREAS, a number of municipalities have requested Westchester County's
participation, and Westchester County has determined that it is desirable and in the public
interest that it make application for Community Development Block Grant funds and
HOME funds as a Urban County; and
WHEREAS, through the Cooperation Agreements, the participating Westchester
communities can qualify as an Urban County Consortium and thereby qualify for
Community Development Block Grant funds and HOME funds for fiscal years 2003
through 2005,which is May 1, 2003 through April 30, 2006; and
WHEREAS, under the Cooperation Agreement, Westchester County and the
Village of Rye Brook are to cooperate in undertaking, or assisting in undertaking, essential
community development and housing activities, specifically those activities authorized by
statutes enacted pursuant to Article 18 of the New York State Constitution;and
WHEREAS, the municipalities that have participated in the Westchester Urban
County Consortium have received over $132 million in Community Development Block
Grant funding since its inception in 1976 to address a wide variety of community
development and housing needs;and
WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook desires to continue participating in the
Westchester Urban County Consortium.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the
Village of Rye Brook authorizes the Village to enter into a Cooperation Agreement with
Westchester County for participation in the Westchester Urban County Consortium for
fiscal years 2003 through 2005; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is authorized to sign all
necessary documents to implement the Cooperation Agreement.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
8. Awarding Contract #02-03 Acker Drive Drainage Improvements Contract no. 02-
03
Mr. Bradbury stated that we received bids from $34,395.00 to $106,520.00 for
drainage improvements on Acker Drive. Trustee Degling stated that he was concerned about
the bids and the tremendous difference from the low bid to the high bid.
Mr. Bradbury stated that he feels comfortable with this bid and that they have done
work before and it is a relatively small job. Mr. Bradbury also stated that they will be
notifying residents.
On a motion made by Trustee Brackman,and seconded by Trustee Santon the
following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook has solicited bids for contract 02-03 "Acker
Drive Drainage Improvements"; and
WHEREAS,public notice was duly advertised in the official newspaper of the
Village of Rye Brook on April 12'', 14'', 18'hand 21", 2002; and
WHEREAS, seven bids were received by the due date of Friday,April 26`h, 2002 at
10:00 A.M., at which time all received bids were opened as summarized below; and
BIDDER BID AMOUNT BID BOND
1.JOKEN DEVELOPMENT $34,395.00 Yes
2. CASSIDY EXCAVATING $46,700.00 Yes
3. ELQ INDUSTRIES $46,805.00 Yes
4. ACOCELLA CONTRACTING $50,665.00 Yes
5. REALLIFE LAND IMPROVEMENT $91,750.00 Yes
6. N. PICCO & SONS $93,450,00 Yes
7. V. RUSCIANO CONSTRUCTION $106,520.00 Yes
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WHEREAS,upon reviewing the bids, the Village Engineer and Consulting
Engineer,Dolph Rotfeld Engineering,P.C. have determined that the lowest responsible
bidder meeting the requirements of the contract documents is Joken Development for the
total bid price of$34,395.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY
RESOLVED, that contract#02-03 "Acker Drive Drainage Improvements" is
hereby awarded to Joken Development for the total bid price of$34,395.00; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute and
deliver all documents necessary or appropriate to accomplish the purposes of this resolution.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
9. Authorizing the Re-Bid of Residental Curb-Side Recycling Collection Services
Trustee Santon wanted clarification on the difference on the tide page and resolution
page. Mayor Filipowski clarified the language regarding rejecting and rebidding.
On a motion made by Trustee Santon,and seconded by Trustee Degling the
following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook has solicited bids for Contract No. 02-01
"Residential Curb-Side Recycling Collection Services;" and
WHEREAS, a public notice was duly advertised in an official newspaper of the
Village of Rye Brook on March 20'b, 21", 28b,April 4b, and 11 b 2002; and
WHEREAS, two bids were received by the due date of April 17, 2002, at 10:00 a.m.,
at which time all bids received were opened as summarized below:
BID AMOUNT
ALTERNATIVE ALTERNATIVE
BIDDER NO. I NO. II BID BOND
Suburban Carting Corp. $19,290.15 $416,215.80 Yes
CRP Sanitation,Inc. $16,299 $31,609 Yes
WHEREAS, upon reviewing the bids, the Village Engineer and Village
Administrator, Christopher J. Bradbury rejected the bid of CRP Sanitation, Inc. because it
did not comply with the bid specifications with respect to Alternative II;and
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WHEREAS, the Village Engineer and Village Administrator, Christopher J.
Bradbury, rejected the bid of Suburban Carting Corp. because its bid was far in excess of the
costs deemed reasonable for the services requested;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that all bids for Contract No. 02-01
"Residential Curb-Side Recycling Collection Services" are hereby rejected;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Clerk is hereby authorized to
rebid the "Residential Curb-Side Recycling Collection Services" to include a month-to-
month service alternative that will not exceed a term of one (1) year.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
10. Authorizing extension of current recycling contract to include public and private
streets
Trustee Santon wanted clarification if it was $2.00 per unit for each month. Mr.
Bradbury stated that this was correct. Trustee Santon stated that he doesn't want to see the
village and private street residents pay for the same services under separate contracts with
Suburban/Recycling Industries Corp. Mr. Bradbury stated that this will not happen because
of our agreement with our contractor.
Mayor Filipowski raised a question to Mr. Beane about whether the county
legislation of four years ago has any control or provision that we have to comply with before
we do this month-to-month contract. Mr. Beane stated that the only thing we have to make
sure of is that the entity we contract with is licensed for two years.
Trustee Santon commented that when we do the re-bidding we break out the private
streets to avoid overlapping scope of services.
On a motion made by Trustee Degling, and seconded by Trustee Santon the
following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook has on three (3) separate occasions solicited
bids for "Residential Curb-Side Recycling Collection Services" as Contracts No. 01-12 and
No. 02-01; and
WHEREAS, only one (1) bid was received by the applicable due dates for the first
two solicitations, and two (2) bids were received by the applicable due date for the third
solicitation; and
WHEREAS, the Village Engineer and Village Administrator rejected these bids
either because they were far in excess of costs deemed reasonable for the services requested
or,in the case of one of the two bids received in response to the most recent bid solicitation
rejected because it was not in compliance with the bid specifications as to Alternative II.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Engineer and
Village Administrator are authorized and directed to prepare a plan for review by the Board
of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook pursuant to which Residential Curb-Side Recycling
Collection Services will be performed by employees of the Village of Rye Brook; and
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, that until such services are performed by
employees of the Village of Rye Brook or by an accepted bidder, whichever occurs earlier,
the Village of Rye Brook is authorized to continue curb-side recycling services with our
current recycling carrier on a monthly basis at the rate of$19,290.15 per month, plus $2.00
for each unit per month on private streets.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
11. Approving Revised Rates for Federick P.Clark Associates Consulting Services
On a motion made by Trustee Brackman,and seconded by Trustee Degling the
following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, by Resolution dated April 9, 2002, the Village of Rye Brook retained
Frederick P. Clark Associates, Inc. (David Kvinge) as Village Planning Consultant for the
Village of Rye Brook for the fiscal year 2002/2003 subject to the rate schedule dated June
14, 2001; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees hereby approves and authorizes an increase in
rates for the consulting services to be performed by Frederick P. Clark Associates for the
2002/2003 fiscal year;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Village Board hereby approves and authorizes payment to
Frederick P. Clark Associates of the following increases in rates for its consulting services
for the 2002/2003 fiscal year in accordance with their letter of April 11, 2002.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
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12. Authorizing Frederick P. Clark Associates To Proceed With Their Proposal In
Connection With Amendments to the Village of Rye Brook Code
Trustee Brackman commented that she was very pleased that we are moving forward
with many of the environmental ordinances that were discussed a few months ago. Trustee
Santon raised a question regarding the phasing and had a concern with Phase II specifically
steep slope and the tree ordinance. Mr. Kvinge clarified Trustee Santon's concern over
Phase II and explained the process.
On a motion made by Trustee Degling, and seconded by Trustee Santon the
following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS,The Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees hereby accepts Frederick
P. Clark's Associates proposal and authorizes Frederick P. Clark Associates to proceed in
conducting a three-phase analysis in making the necessary amendments to the Village Code
in accordance with their letter dated April 19, 2002.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
13. Approving Meeting Minutes
February 12, 2002
February 26, 2002
March 12, 2002
March 26, 2002
Trustee Santon made a motion to put these on to the next meeting. Mayor
Filipowski suggested making one person the lead person on the minutes.
On a motion made my Trustee Brackman,and seconded by Trustee Santon it was
agreed to move the minutes to the next board meeting.
14. Schedule of Bills Payable
Trustee Santon requested that Mr. Bradbury provide an update on where we stand
with Central Tree expenditures vs. the budget for the next meeting. Trustee Santon also
raised some questions on invoices for the City of Rye,Dobart Lighting and other items. Mr.
Bradbury explained and clarified the expenses incurred.
On a motion made my Trustee Brackman,and seconded by Trustee Santon,the
following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the enclosed Schedule of Bills Payable representing payment for
services rendered,have been submitted to the Treasurer's Office for payment and review,
and have been certified by the Village Administrator.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that this Board hereby approves payment of the enclosed claims and
authorizes payment thereof.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
15. Appointing Donald E. Degling and Jody H. Brackman as Village Auditors
Trustee Santon made some spelling corrections and requested background
information on this resolution and what is its purpose. Trustee Santon believed we had a
independent auditor performing this role. Mr. Bradbury stated that the Village did have an
independent auditor,however he was not reappointed and not part of the reappointment
triangle. This system will allow the village to speed up the bill process and address them in a
timelier basis. Trustee Santon stated that wouldn't it be recommended we re-appoint a new
independent auditor and make it truly independent of the board. Mr. Bradbury stated that it
is the board's choice and that many municipalities use their trustees for this function.
Trustee Santon commented that he would still like to check and comment on the bills and
expenditures.
Trustee Brackman asked how this function will work. Mr. Bradbury explained that
Trustee Degling and Trustee Brackman will come in once a week and review and verify the
expenditure of the bills. Trustee Goodman asked if this appointment was in lieu of the
resolution of the Schedule of Bills Payable or in addition to. Mr. Bradbury stated that this is
in lieu of. Trustee Santon requested to receive a check register.
On a motion made by Trustee Goodman, and seconded by Trustee Brackman the
following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the office of Auditor has been established by Local Law A258,
Article I of the Rye Brook Code;and
WHEREAS, the Village Board wishes to appoint Trustees Donald E. Degling and
Jody H. Brackman to serve as Village Auditors, each with the authority to perform the duties
of Village Auditor independently of the other,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook Board
of Trustees appoints Trustees Donald E. Degling and Jody H. Brackman to serve as Village
Auditors and empowers each of them to perform the duties of Auditor as set forth in
5A258,Article I of the Village Code independently of the other.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
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Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
Other Items•
At this time,Mr. Bradbury stated the items to go on the May 28`''Board of Trustees meeting.
Mayor Filipowski announced the following:
The Rye Brook police officers will be participating in the Governor's Traffic Safety Buckle
Up New York Click It or Ticket It Program the week of May 20`''. The officers will be
conducting road checks for strict zero tolerance enforcement of seat belt and child restraint
use.
Mayor Filipowski thanked the chief for all the tickets given out on Hawthorne Avenue and
stated that he received positive comments about how well the village responded and how the
cars are now slowing down.
Mayor Filipowski announced that the board will be going into an Executive Session on
Personnel and asked for a motion,which was motioned by Trustee Degling and seconded by
Trustee Goodman.
Trustee Brackman Voting Aye
Trustee Degling Voting Aye
Trustee Goodman Voting Aye
Trustee Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Filipowski Voting Aye
Trustee Santon thanked Mr. Bradbury and the Dept. of Public Works staff for all the tree
planting in the village.
Next Board of Trustees meeting is May 28`''
Board Meeting Adjourned at 10:48 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Christopher J. Bradbury
Village Clerk
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