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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983-08-23 - Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes �a[t1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE BOARD HELD ON AUGUST 23rd, 1983, at 111 South Ridge Street, Rye Brook,. at 8 p.m. - Present: Mayor Kabcenell, Trustees Nardi, Harris, Zak Attorney Kramer, Treasurer Brandy, Clerk Smith Absent: Trustee Meiskin. Minutes from the Regular Meetings of June 28th and July 26th, and the Agenda Meeting of August 9th were adopted as submitted. - CORRESPONDENCE. Port Chester Bicycle Race. In response to a request from the Village of Port Chester - On the motion of Trustee Harris, seconded by Trustee Zak, RESOLVED that the Board approve the use of a half block of Tamarack Road during the hours of 10 a.m. and approximately 4 p.m. on Sunday September lith, in connection with the 2nd Annual Port Chester Bicycle Race, as requested by the Village of Port Chester Recreation Department, co-sponsor of the event. Trustee Nardi voting AYE Trustee Harris voting AYE Trustee Zak voting AYE Mayor Kabcenell voting AYE Trustee Meiskin ABSENT Arrowwood Conference Center - Fireworks. In response to a request from William V. Cuddy on behalf of Arrowwood Conference Center, On the motion of Trustee Harris, seconded by Trustee Nardi, RESOLVED that permission is granted to Arrowwood Conference Center to conduct a Labor Day fireworks display; subject to the conditions listed in their letter dated August 18th, 1983 to the Board of Trustees as follows: 1) should large crowds be expected, off-duty Rye Brook policemen be hired for traffic Control, and 2) the Port Chester Fire Department be contacted regarding a stand-by Fire truck during the fireworks display, to be held on September 4th, 1983, at 9 p.m. Trustee Nardi voting AYE Trustee Harris voting AYE Trustee Zak voting AYE Mayor Kabcenell voting AYE Trustee Meiskin ABSENT AWARDS. The Automobile Club of New York has awarded Rye Brook a Pedestrian Safety Citation for achieving a record of having no pedestrian fatalities in the 1ast ,year. TRAFFIC COMPLAINT. A letter of complaint from Vincent J. Doraio regarding a hazardous situation at Talcott Road and Mohegan Lane was referred to the Traffic Commission and the Police Department for further study. 287 BOWMAN PLAZA - SITE PLAN. Mayor Kabcenell opened the discussion by explaining that there had been a public hearing last month. The attorney for the developer, Jack Geoghegan, stated that letters has been submitted to the Board with respect to the exit ramp off 1.43 287, and the widening of the intersection at Bowman Avenue and Ridge Street, as follows. Letter from Frank Vetere, Supervisor/Mayor of the Town/Village of Harrison, dated August 23rd, 1983 to Mayor Kabcenell. Enclosed is a copy of a report submitted by Harrison's traffic consultant, John Collins, explaining the reasons for the location of the entrances and exits for the Bowman Plaza ._ development. Harrison, along with Westchester County and the then -- Rye Town, all worked for, and stressed the importance of, an exit ramp from I287 to provide relief for traffic patterns of General Foods, the Rye Town Hilton and other developments in that area. This ramp was an extremely important consideration in granting the Bowman Plaza application. Hopefully, your Board will recognize the burden placed on the developer by the routing of this ramp, Its placement dictated the siting of his exits and entrances, and thus was not placed by his choice. The granting of his application by Your Board would be in conformance with the traffic .needs of the area. The Report from John Collins read as follows: Prior to the dedication of land to the state for a new ramp from I 287 to Bowman Avenue, the driveway to the above development could have been placed at several locations. However with the proposed ramp, access is limited to the area indicated on the site plans. A1'�hough the site benefits from the proposed ramp, this new ramp will be of greater benefit to existing developments i.e. -- General Foods, Rye Hilton, and other area traffic. This is especially true when one considers the traffic impact from these developments on the existing roadway system. Even though additional traffic from the development will be placed on Bowman Avenue east. of Webb Avenue ( compared to a driveway directly opposite Webb), the town's requirement for ` the dedication was correct in the intrest of overall traffic. If you have any questions or require additional information please do not hesitate to contact me. - Letter from Jack Geoghegan, attorney for the developer, dated August 22nd, 1983. Re: 287/Bowman Plaza Dear Mayor Kabcenell: In connection with the above application, I enclose here- with for review by the Board a letter of Alan N. Bloom, Regional Planning & Development Director of the New York State Department of Transportation, with regard to the construction of the exit ramp from Route 287 and a letter of August 11th, 1983 from Frank C. Bohlander, Commissioner of Public Works for the County of West- chester, with regard to the widening of the Bowman Avenue/North Ridge Street/South Ridge Street intersection in the Village of Rye Brook. In addition to the property required for the widening of Bowman Avenue, my client, Mr. Jerome Weinstein, is also willing to contribute a fair proportion of the cost of the change of signal- ization at the intersection up to the sum of $35,000.00 in order to alleviate the traffic concerns in the Village of Rye Brook which may be impacted by reason of the construction of this building in the Town/Village of Harrison. We understand that, while the final cost figures have not been estimated by the County of Westchester, the total cost of signalization change should not exceed $40,000.00. - We look forward to meeting with you and the members of your Board on Tuesday, August 23rd, 1983, at the public hearing of this application. Thank you for your court py throughout this matter. Ve ru yo s, JAGencs. b IS hn A+ Geo e n encs. \ NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ryyVn R �n Rogion a Office! 4 Burnett Reglev.,d,Poughkeepsie,Naw Ya,k 12113(914)454-8000 d August 5, 1983 Mr. Dolph Rotfeld Engineering P,C, 555 White Plains Road --Tarrytown, New York- 10591 Dear Mr. Rotfeid: , . Re: PIN 8729,27 Proposed Cross Westchester - Expressway Exit Ramp to Webb Avenue and Bowman Avenue, Town/Village of Harrison Westchester County The following, as requested, is a status report concerning the proposed con- struction of the westbound I-287 exit ramp to Webb/Bowman Avenue, As you know, this proposal has received firm support from Westchester County and Town/Village _ officials. The preliminary ramp design was established in consultation with local, state and federal representatives to insure that the ramp could be con- structed to appropriate design standards and would still be compatible with the proposed 287. Bowman development, The private developer was also involved in this coordination effort and noted on his site plan the location of the proposed new off-ramp, We have prepared a required Federal Interchange Access Justification Report which we expect will be submitted shortly to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for approval. Based on available manpower resources, Federal procedures to be followed, and available funding, the proposed off-.ramp can not be under construction before 1985. We will, however, make every effort to improve on this schedule, if at all possible. Very truly you s, - ! \ //��. . �.6 . i Alan N, Bloom Regional Planning & Development Director ANB:ak DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS UJ09iQhElsW CouW ANDREW P.O'ROURKE CO-My Execulln - FRANK C.BOHLANDER,P.E.,L.S. Commissioner August 11, 1983 Dolph Rotfeld, P.E. 555 White Plains Road Tarrytown, New York 10591 Dear Dolph:requestedAvenue/Northp n You have the ountyftheBowman of me relative RidgeStreet/South rRidge Strreet Intersection in the Village of Rye Brook. The County has been in contact with officials of Rye Brook and a meeting was held to review the problems and the possible solutions. This department is pre- paring a detailed description of improvements which will greatly enhance traffic flows at this intersection and a subsequent meeting will be held with Village Officials to assess the extent of partici- pation by County, local, and private interests. ' I appreciate your offer on behalf of your client, the developer of a parcel adjacent to Interstate 287 and fronting on Bowman Avenue, to participate in the widening of Bowman Avenue. This proposal will be incorporated into the study for traffic flows throughout the area. It is with cooperation such as your client's and other private and -- local municipal bodies that we are able to correct some of the growing traffic problems within the county. As soon as details have progressed, I will be in touch with you concerning this matter. Very y yours, F ank C C ssioner of Public Works cc: Arthur Freed Herbert Adler, Chairman, Rye Brook Planning Board Dr, Jack Kabcenell, Mayor, Rye Brook Mayor Kabcenell - therefore, the proposer is offering land to'widen Bowman Avenue and contribute $35,000 to the signalization, which is part of the County Plan for improving traffic.conditions in this area. Trustee Harris - did we tell District 4 about our views on this or000sal? Trustee Nardi - I have been unable to contact anyone from District 4, but given the fact that in the long run the ramp off I 287 is going to be of greater benefit to Rye Brook, as faras getting traffic off the local streets, and the impact of any traffic that may flow out of this particular office development on to Bowman Avenue, I' don't think that any objections District 4 might have, would have any impact on this decision. Mayor Kabcenell - there were also requirements proposed having to with no right turns between 4 and 6 p.m. and the proposer agreed that they would impose that condition in the leases until the widening If Bowman has been done, and would provide the necessary signs. Trustee Harris - how will water drainage affect the area? The drainage plan, -which was formulated a plan after discussions with County departments, and with the City of Rye, was explained by the engineer - with a retention basin under the building, all of which �i46x. r 3 is south of Rye Brook, and there will be no impact whatsoever on Rye Brook. Trustee Zak — I would like to see the project get started before the County decides to put the Waste Disposal Plant on Webb Avenue. RESOLUTION FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL287/BOWMAN PLAZA. WHEREAS, the applicant has agreed to dedicate certain land to the County of Westchester for the improvement of Bowman Avenue, and WHEREAS, the applicant has agreed to contribute $35,000.00 (thirtyfivethousanddollars) toward the signalization of the intersection, On the motion of Trustee Nardi, seconded by Trustee Zak, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the proposed site plan for 2$7/Bowman Plaza is approved, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the applicant can, be required, until the Bowman corridor is improved, to restrict right turns from the site on to Bowman Avenue during the afternoon peak traffic hours of 4 to 6 m, to direct the flow of traffic away from the Bowman/Ridge intersection, by means of signs and other methods, and that the developer be required to have his tenants enforce such restrictions. Joe Pellino, Chairman of the Traffic Commission, thought some consideration should be given to children walking to school. Mayor Kabcenell suggested waiting to see What the County Traffic Study would come up with, and when they propose to do something, although when would depend on funding. Ken Heller thought that member of the Board should attend the scheduled District 4 meeting of the Board of Education and advise them of our decisions. It was noted that the Shulman application for an office building on Webb Avenue was to be heard in Harrison this weed and Mayor Kabcenell thought it quite likely that it would be approved. Trustee Nardi stated that although we dislike seeing anything that is going to add to traffic on Bowman Avenue, we have to look at the options, and the fact is that if we do not approve this application the developer is going to be forced to use the Webb Avenue exit where they intend to dedicate the land to the County and that would be the end of the I-2$7 off ramp. In the long run the off ramp is going to be a bigger benefit and asset to the Village of Rye Brook than having the exit there. - Mayor Kabcenell agreed and felt the developer had made every effort to be reasonable and cooperative, and Whether we approve or not, the development is going to be built. Trustee Nardi voting AYE Trustee Harris voting AYE Trustee Zak voting AYE Mayor Kabcenell voting AYE Trustee 'Meiskin ABSENT KING STREET NURSING HOME SEWER CONNECTION. Mayor Kabcenell explained that this issue is one of permission to extend the sewer line from the proposed nursing-.hom in Greenwich to the Blind Brook trunk line. At the last meeting, when the proposal was made, we asked that Mr. Fidelibus examine the issue and come up with a report to see what the impact would be on Rye Brook. TO: Mayor Jack L. Kabccncll and The Board of Trustees ` -- Village of Rye Brook - 111 South Ridge Street Ryc Brook, ilY 10573 PROM: Felix N. ridelibus Rye Brook Building Department DATE: August 18, 1983 SUBJECT: Proposed Sanitary Sewer Force Plain Lincoln .Avenue and King ,Street Rye Brook, NY 10573 A meeting was held on August 11, 1983, Rye Brook Building Depart- ment Office, 10 Pearl Street, with Trans Con Builders principle engineers and attorney to discuss the proposed sanitary sewer connection from proposed Greenwich Woods health Center on 1,ing Street, Greenwich, Connecticut, opposite Lincoln Avenue. Trans Con pronoscs to install a numn station on the Health Care Center site, and install an eight (3) inch force main pipeline from the site across the intersection of KingStreetand Lincoln Avenue onto the north shoulder of. Lincoln Avenue for 2200 linear feet to the existing 9'estchcster County manhole and Sanitary --- Sewer Trunk Linc. - Plans of Lincoln Avenue on file in the Rye Brook Building Depart- ment were reviewed to determine the best route along Lincoln Avenue that would minimize traffic problems due to the construc- tion of the propose-I pipeline on Lincoln Avenue right of way. An on site field inspection was held on Thursday, Aupust 13, 1983, with a Trans Con representative and the Project Engineer. A pre- liminary layout of the pipeline was furnished by Leonard Szczersny, Project Engineer, and the three of us walked the entire length of the site location for the proposed pipeline. The north shoulder on Lincoln Avenue is the most acceptable loca- tion. The pipeline will be placed four (4) feet below the surface. The owners representative and engineer understand that the Pipeline will be placed in a def"i.ned easement area. The pine- line will follow a route that will not require the removal of one tree. All excavation adjacent to trees will require tree trunk protective barriers and tunnelling to preserve major tree roots. Any trees lost as the result of construction will be replaced in hind or dollar value. All pavement, public utilities, and municipal utilities will be restored in accordance with Village of Rye Brook, Westchester County, and State of New York specifications. Storm water runoff will be designed, constructed and tested in accordance with requirements of Rye Brook Erosion and Sediment Control ordinance, and I'lostchoster County Soil and Water Board. 'The Trans Con builders, their eng.incers and attorney have con- ferred with Westchester County Denartnent of linvironmontal Facilities, and have indicated the cunnection to the trunk line is feasable and meets with their approval. 148 I discussed with Tom Monahan, engineer for Westchester County DEF, and he related to me that the installation of a private sanitary sewer line to service only this facility and maintained by the facility from its source to the County line is acceptable to the County. The question of application to install by a municipality (Rye Brook) and acceptance as a public sewer was discussed, and because of the type of installation (force main) , Mr. Monahan agreed that the sewer should be privately owned and privately maintained. Therefore, legal agreements, terms for payment of easements, maintenance, length of agreement, are all subjects to be con- _ sidered by the Rye Brook Board before final approval of plans - and specifications and issuance of permits by this department together with Ilestchester County and New York State DOT approval. The engineering concept and the proposed route meet with the approval of this dopartmcnt, and is my recommendation to your board, Bruno Gioffre, representing the developer, mentioned an opposite situation which exists at the United Cerebral Palsy facility on King Street which hooks into the Greenwich Sewer System and if they need to update their system to tie, -the developer would be willing to cooperate in that possibility. Tr.Nadi asked if there was any risk to Rye Brook - Mr. Fidelibus stated that it was just like any other utility - if there was trouble in the line, it would only impact on the user. Tr. Nardi asked if the sewer -- line could have an effect on wells in the area - Mr. Gioffre responded that there are very stringent Board of Health requirements, and arrangement could be made for a "hold harmless" agreement with a fund to cover primary access to .assure that if any work were necessary, it could be done without delay, and such an agreement would be in perpetuity, and run with the ownership. Trustee Harris asked if the design were for a certain capacity, would-it allow for extra. The engineer stated that the Pump Station had not yet been designed and they will size it to their development plus possible use by UCP - only for what exists not for great expansion, since the Town of Greenwich doesn't want to open the area up to more development. Trustee Nardi asked if there would have to be any reconstruction for the new developments, Mr. Fidelibus stated that the County trunk line had been designed to cover all uses in the area. He also stated that access would be by way of manholes located in the shoulder. In response to further questions by Trustee Harris, Mr. Gioffre stated that the agreement and the fund was intended for maintenance purposes. There would be a charge by the County based on usage, and the Village probably would charge a user fee on an annual basis, possibly using the King Street Nursing Home as a guideline, perhaps as a separate sewer district. Mayor Kabcenell with the approval of the other Board members, . stated that the attorneys should put together details of the conditions for the resolution, and that the Board is disposed to approve the application, subject .to a resolution to be prepared in conjunction with the conditions agreed upon. Mr. Gioffre thanked Mayor Kabcenell and the Board, and also Mr. Fidelibus for his cooperation, and the Board's intention to approve will now enable him to proceed at the County level. .� Mayor Kabcenell expressed his appreciation for the fine report submitted by Mr. Fidelibus. J-49 RESOLUTIONS. ROYAL EXECUTIVE PARK: Determination of lead agency. On June 28, 1983, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook received a completed Environmental Assessment Form in regard to Phase 1B of the Royal Executive Park project along with a request by Royal Executive Park that the Village Board of Trustees designate itself lead agency for _ Phase 1B as well as any future phases of development of the Royal Executive Park project. Pursuantihereto and in conformity with the State and Village Envitonmental Quality Review Law the Village sent notices -- to the various governmental agencies indication that the Village Board of the Village of Rye Brook was proposing to designate itself as lead agency. More than 30 days haye now passed and the Village Board has not received any objection to its designating itself as lead agency for all further aspects of the Royal Exacutive Park project. On the motion of Trustee Zak, seconded by Trustee Nardi, BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Board take the following actions: 1) Designate itself as lead agency for Phase 1B as well as any future phases of development for the Royal Executive Park project. 2) Authorize the preparation of an appropriate legal notice to be filed and published as required by law indicating that the Village Board has in fact designated itself as lead agency for Phase 1B as well as any future phases of the Royal Executive Park project. , Trustee Nardi voting AYE Trustee Harris voting AYE Trustee Zak voting AYE Mayor Kabcenell voting AYE Trustee Meiskin ABSENT Determination to require supplement to final environmental impact statement. It should be further noted that the Royal Executive Park project has already been the subject of a Draft Environmental Impact Statement and a Final EIS, which Final EIS was accepted by the Town Board of the Town of Rye on September 9, - 1980. This Finar EIS addressed not only the first 270,000 square feet of development presently in place, but in addition the full 900,000 square feet of proposed development. Although the Town Board of the Town of Rye, our predecessor, has accepted the Final EIS and as lead agency we now reaffirm the Final EIS, it is the determination of the Village Board of the Village of Rye Brook that the applicant be required to prepare a supplement to the Final EIS related to the impact of further development. We would further request that the proposed supplement to the Final EIS be circulated to the other involved governmental agencies as well as to the Town of Harrison, New York and the Town of Greenwich, Connecticut with a request that such other governmental agencies give such comments as are appropriate on the proposed supplement to the Final EIS. Further, it should be indicated in letters transmitted to the Town of Harrison and the Town of Greenwich that if such municipalities have their own traffic studies in regard to Upper King Street corridor, the Village Board will be glad to consider those studies at the time it considers the supplement to the Final EIS for Royal Executive Park. , - 150 Therefore, on the motion of Trustee Harris, secondeAby Trustee Nardi, BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Board of the Village of Rye Brook takes the following actions: 1. Determines that it will be necessary for Royal Executive Park to prepare a supplement to the Final Environmental Impact Statement which was accepted by the Town of Rye on September 9, 1980, with such supplement to address the impact of further development of the Royal Executive Park site. 2. It is further directed that such supplement to the Environmental Impact Statement be circulated to other governmental agencies, as well as to the Town of Harrison, New York, and the Town of Greenwich, Connecticut for their comments. 3. It is further directed that an appropriate legal notice shall be published and copies of such notices transmitted to the other involved governmental agencies setting forth the determination herein. Trustee Nardi voting AYE Trustee Harris voting AYE Trustee Zak voting AYE Mayor Kabcenell voting AYE Trustee Meiskin ABSENT CARLUCCI SANITATION ESCROW ACCOUNT RESOLUTIO1. On the Motion of Trustee Nardi, seconded by Trustee Zak, RESOLVED that an interest bearing account be opened with the Bank of New York for the deposit of the performance bond funds received from Carlucci Sanitation, with the same signatory requirements as other Village Accounts. Trustee Nardi voting AYE - Trustee Harris voting AYE Trustee Zak voting AYE Mayor Kabcenell voting AYE Trustee Meiskin ABSENT It was clarified that this would be a Village account, with Village control, with interest accruing to the account. RECREATION COMMISSION. Mayor Kabcenell read the following letter from Barry R. Fischer dated August 5, 1983. Hon. Jack Kabcenell Mayor _ Village of Rye Brook Rye Brook, New York ( Dear Jack: Please accept this letter as my resignation as Chairman of the Rye Brook Recreation Commission. My primary objective in accepting the Chairmanship of this Commission was to insure that we hired a capable , administrator for the Recreation Dept. This objective has now been fulfilled and my professional responsibilities have reached a level where I no longer feel I can devote sufficient time to continue as Chairman.. I will, of course, remain on the Commission. Accordingly, it is my recommendation that the Recreation Commission should, as soon as possible, recommend to the Village Board the appointment of a successor as Chairman. It has been a pleasure to serve the Village of Rve Brook and I hope my business commitments will allow me to serve in some other capacity in the future. _ Very truly you'rs, Barry R. Fischer Mayor Kabcenell thanked Mr. Fischer for his fine efforts, and introduced the following motion. WHEREAS Barry Fischer has resigned as Chairman of the Recreation Commission, On the motion of Trustee Nardi, seconded by Trustee Harris, BE IT RESOLVED that Michael Borelli be appointed Chairman for the remainder of the official year. Trustee Nardi voting AYE Trustee Harris voting AYE Trustee Zak voting AYE Mayor Kabcenell voting AYE Trustee Meiskin ABSENT -_-' TRAFFIC COMMISSION. _ Whereas, due to the untimely passing of Commission Member Morton Belove, a vacancy exists on the Traffic Commission, on the motion of Trustee Nardi, seconded by Trustee Zak, BE IT RESOLVED that Frank Sinicola, of $3 Valley Terrace, Rye Brook, be appointed to fill the unexpired term to expire April, 1985. Trustee Nardi voting AYE Trustee Harris voting AYE Trustee Zak voting AYE Mayor Kabcenell voting AYE Trustee Meiskin ABSENT VILLAGE OFFICE PERSONNEL. WHEREAS the 19$3-84 Village Budget provides for an Intermediate Stenographer and whereas Cynthia Wyman possesses the required office skills and qualifications, On the motion of Trustee Zak, seconded by Trustee Harris, BE IT RESOLVED that Cynthia Wyman be provisionally appointed Intermediate Stenographer at an annual salary of $15,000.00 pending a Civil Service Examination. Trustee Nardi voting AYE Trustee Harris voting AYE Trustee Zak voting AYE Mayor Kabcenell voting AYE Trustee Meiskin ABSENT . Mayor Kabcenell welcomed Ms. Wyman as a member of the Village Office Staff. POLICE CHIEF CONFERENCE. In response to a request for permission to attend the 90th Annual Conference of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, to be held on October 1 - 6, 19$3 in Detroit, Michigan - On the motion of Trustee Zak, seconded by Trustee Harris, RESOLVED that the request of Police Chief Gendalia to attend said conference be approved. Trustee Nardi voting AYE Trustee Harris voting AYE Trustee Zak voting AYE Mayor Kabcenell voting AYE Trustee Meiskin ABSENT In response to a question of cost, Mayor Kabcenell stated that this was a budgeted item. BIDS FOR TENNIS COURTS RESURFACING. The request for bids for this work was published as required by law and of the ,various persons who requested specifications, two submitted bids. De Rosa Tennis Contractors Inc. Harkness $12,500 Pine Ridge $,$50 Royal _ Harkness $20,520 Pine Ridge 10,631 The Mayor stated that unless upon investigation the proposal is not in accordance with the specs, our choices are to accept the low bid or nottoaccept any bid. Trustee Nardi questioned the disparity of the two bids, and the quality of work. Mayor Kabcenell stated that the high bidder had used specifications other than those prepared by the Village, and that timing was an important element - if the work is-to be done, now is the time to do it, and that the Recreation Director should be responsible for seeing that the work is done in accordance with the specs we prepared. De Rosa is a Mamaroneck company who have done work in Mamaroneck schools George Kundmueller, a member of the Recreation Commission, stated that the w6rk done last year on the two courts at Pine Ridge was a lousy job, and suggested getting other , estimates. It was explained that in response to the public notice regarding bids, several people took out specifications, but chose not to bid. Joel Hecker felt that since the specs were professionally drafted, and were the basis for the bid submitted, we should accept the low bid with proper supervision of the work as it progresses. Mayor Kabcenell pointed out that tennis is one of our most - active areas and the courts are in a position of being closed, whether for repairs or because they are not safe, and that the work can be staggered so that they will not all be out of use at the same time. He listed three options - 1. Accept the low bid 2. Accept the low bid provisionally dependent on the recommendation of Felix Fidelibus and Tom Hroncich. 3. Reject the bid on the basis that it is too expensive. Trustee Nardi felt that we should go with No. 2. , and on the motion of Trustee Nardi, seconded by Trustee Harris, RESOLVED that the bid by De Rosa Tennis Contractors as opened this evening, will be accepted, provided the recommendation is furthered by Mr. Fidelibus and Mr. Hroncich. Trustee Nardi voting AYE Trustee Harris voting AYE Trustee ZakvotingAYE Mayor Kabcenell voting AYE Trustee Meiskin ABSENT TRAFFIC COMMISSION REPORTS. In Fall 1982 a letter from Stuart Ziltzer of 21 Latonia Road, complaining of speeding on Mark Drive, was held over until formation of the Traffic Commission, and they have since met relating to this condition, and following a report from the Police Department of January 13, 1983, the Traffic Commission made the following recommendation. Dear Mayor: In reference to the letter dated December 30th, 1982, that you had received from Stuart J. Ziltzer, 21 Latonia Road, Rye Brook, New York, this department has conducted a survey at the intersection of Pine Ridge Road and Mark Drive, as per your request. A check of our files, as fax back as 1970, fails to disclose any reported acci- dents at this location, to present, however, I feel that Mr. Ziltzer has made a valid request and suggest that this condition be corrected. - in referring to the New York State Manuel of uniform Traffic Control Devices, July lst, 1974, with up-dates, the suggestion of this department are as follows: -- a yield sign should be installed at the location specified in the diagram. The line of site from Mark Drive is greater and has a clearer view of Pine Ridge Road, Northbound. Motorists travellingonMark Drive, yielding to motorists travelling on Pine Ridge Road, will have a clear-cut indication that Pine Ridge Road has been established as the mein highway. The critical problem at this intersection are the pine trees located at the Northeast corner of Pine Ridge Road, that prohibit the View between vehicles entering the intersection going South on Mark .Drive and those going West on Pim• Ridge Road. It is the opinion of this department, upon completion of this survey, that the Pine trees be cut back and trimmed and the installation of a yield sign, as Previously stated, will resolve this hazardous condition, as reported by Mr. Ziltzer. Our survey also indicates that the critical approach speed is more than 8 miles per hour, however, should the trees be permitted to remain untrimmed or not cut back, then a stop sign would be required at this location. Should you require any additional information, please not not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely yours, FR7uVX CENDALIA Chief of''Pollcei. a t! OC lOLIa (hIW1�: 9l9IO1U GPNDALIA NOR N OAD R190 11 -00001 PINE YIELD SZCN COD117 TREES 0 15' TO 20' FROM CURB LINE OF 4. PINE RIDGE ROAD (PREFERRED) �- 50' MAXIMUM d� G� SPECIFICATIONS FOR INSTALLATION OF A YIELD SIGN AS PER TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICE MANUAL MODEL "R" I YIELD SIGN BOTTOM 48" HEIGHT FROM ROAD LEVOT, - 7" MINIMUM OF 1' FROM LEFT EDGE OF CURB APPROXIMATELY 15' TO 20' OPPOSITE CURB-LINE OF PINE RIDGE ROAD (PREFERRED) Mayor Jack Kabcenell Village of Rye Brook 111 South Ridge Street _ Rye Brook, New York 10573 Dear Mayor Kabcenell: - I spoke to Sgt. Bob Santoro, Police Liaison Officer, about our report to the Board regarding installation of a 3-way stop sign system at Pine Ridge Road and Mark Drive. Sgt. Santoro disagreed with our report recommendations, It is his feeling that the installation of one yield sign on Mark Drive, coupled with the cutting back of trees and shrubs on the Pine Ridge Road property along the curl;will adequat- ly reduce the hazard identified in Mr. Ziltzer's letter, This was a recommen- dation from a Police Department study in January, 1983. I have enclosed a copy of that report for your review. It is the conclusion of the Commission, that our recommendation of June 17th, remain before the Board of Trustees, along with the recommendation of the Police Department, for final action. Very truly yours, Joseph Pellino Chairman -'Rye Brook Traffic Commission R-0&L) f 1 g 1 1a d 3 JP:dp Itei'.ra A decision by the Board was deferred until the Board Members have had a chance to go and see the area involved. it Rye Brook Traffic Commission Rye Brook, New York 10573 August 17, 1983 Village Board Village of Rye Brook 111 South Ridge Street _ Rye Brook, New York 10573 Dear Sirs: The Rye Brook Traffic Commission has acted on a request by Mr. Melvin Logan, of Garibaldi Place, for the placement of 'No Thru Trucking' signs in both directions on Garibaldi Place and West Streets. Mr, Logan stated that trucks of various sizes use the route as a short cut to go from South Regent Street in Port Chester, through to South Ridge Street in Rye Brook. Additionally, Mr. Logan contended that these trucks pose a safety threat to young children crossing the road at the 'Garibaldi playground. Several Commission members have been to the area to observe the situation, and discussions have been held. Under the law. Rye Brook can pass an ordinance ex- cluding through trucking for vehicles in excess of a specific weight. However, due to the location of Garibaldi Place and West Street, with relation to its boarder- Ing the Village of Port Chester, a no through trucking ordinance may be unenforce- able, as per the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Section 211.1, Paragraph A. The Manual states that signs should be located with respect to intersections, so that drivers about to enter the restricted area are notified while they still have an opportunity to use another highway. This would not be possible for drivers -" coming down Grant Street and making a right turn into West Street. In addition, restricting whatever truck traffic runs through the streets in question, may have a negative Impact on other roads within the surrounding area of the Village. The Commission thus voted not to recommend a no through trucking ordinance on Garibaldi and West Street. However, we will attempt to come up with other work- able alternatives to reduce through trucking in the course of future months. Respectfully bmltted, h Pellino fP:dp Chairman - Rye Brook Traffic Commission Mayor Kabcenell thanked the members of the Traffic Commission for clocking the numbers of trucks in the area. No action was necessary by the Village Board - in this matter. Trustee Nardi thought that cooperation with Port Chester might help the situation, however Mr. Pellino said they had explored that possibility, without success. .a.8 Rye Brook Traffic Commission Rye Brook, New York 10573 August 17, 1983 Mayor Jack Kabcenell Village of Rye Brook 111 South Ridge Street - Rye Brook, New York 10573 Dear Mayor Kabcenell: I have spoken to Serg@ant Bob Santoro, Police Laison Officer, about our proposal to tL- Board dated June 17. 1983. involving signs for Lincoln Avenue near Jennifer Lane. Sergeant Santoro generally agreed with our recommendations. The signs, if installed, should be In conformance with the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices. The signs suggested on June 17th were: 1. Diamond shaped, yellow 'School Bus Stop Ahead' 2. 'Village Speed Limit 30 M.P.H.' 3. Possible 'Blind Curve' sign . May also consider left curve arrow sign posted directly above.speed limit sign. I would like to note that after reviewing the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, the flashing beacon above and below the School Bus Stop sign would not conform to allowed standards. Please consider only the placement of the sign from our June 17th report. ;..Consideration will be given to future radar checks on Lincoln Avenue. , =The Postmaster at Port Chester Post Office was on vacation last week when we contacted -= him to follow up on the pending decision to move the mailbox on Lincoln Avenue. If we can be of further assistance on this matter, please advise. Respectfully s bbmitted, os h Pellino 'JP:dp Chairman - Rye Brook Traffic Commission Mayor Kabcenell asked for a sketch to be submitted so that the placement of the various signs would be clear to the Boards so that they can see specifically what the recommendations are. LINCOLN AVENUE TRAFFIC LIGHT. Traffic Commission Village of Rye Brook 111 South Ridge Street Rye Brook, New York August 5, 1983 New York State Department of Transportation Att: Mr. M. Mignogna Regional Traffic Engineer ' 4 Burnett Boulevard Poughkeepsie, New York 12603 Dear Mr. Mignogna: I am writing to ,you in reference to the traffic light at the intersection of 120A. Rve Brook, New York, The signal has been installed at this location for approximately one year, The Rye Brook Village Board has received complaints from area residents centering primarily on the short period of green light time allotted to Lincoln Avenue motorists for the left turn onto Route 120A. In addition, the wait time for the succeeding green light has been timed from between 1 min- ute and 15 seconds to 1 minute and 20 seconds, The Board has referred this matter to the Traffic Commission for resolvement. Through the cooperation of Mr. Mark Glover and Mr. Nichols, the following has been accomplished within the past month: 1, A maintenance crew has checked the electronic system to determine if the 'Loop' mechanism is functioning properly. Mr. Nichols advised me that it is functioning - properly and that extended green time is cycled in to a maximum of 25 seconds, 2. Mr. Glover told me that my request for a study has been submitted by him, The purpose of the study is to deter- mine the feasibility of changing the signal coordination for the four lights in the immediate area extending from the Hilton/General Foods intersection to Webb Avenue. The desired effect would be to shorten the wait time between green lights on Lincoln Avenue, 3, I have suggested that consideration be given to making the Lincoln Avenue signal a flashing signal on weekends. Due to the fact that Route 120A traffic is especially light on Sundays, a flashing amber signal on Route 120A and- flashing red signal facing Lincoln Avenue for full stop may be appropriate, -- In additlon to all of the above, a complaint was received by the Traffic Commis- ' Sion that the 'Walk' light at the Hilton/General Foods intersection Is too short for a pedestrian to walk across Route 120A, before flashing as 'Don't Walk,' We would appreciate it if a maintenance person could check the mechanism for proper operation, Although your schedule is very busy, the residents of the Village of Rye Brook wU1 sincerely appreciate your response to their problem as early as is practicable. If there is anything I can do to be of assistance to you, please call me. For Your convenience, my home address is S Terrace Court, Rye Brook, N,Y. 10573, Thank you in advance for your kind attention. Very truly yours, Joseph Pellino Chairman - Rye Brook Traffic Commission - A preliminary report was received from the AAA, based in parton information received from the Traffic Commission whose members spent considerable hours clocking turns in and out of the Rye Ridge Shopping Center, for which the Mayor expressed his gratitude. A copy of the report is on file in the Village office, in the Traffic Survey file. The Mayor suggested that this report be discussed in conjunction with an awaited report from the County on the same 'subject, when that report is received. Highway Superintendent Donald Brown suggested an ordinance to cover knocking down of Village signs — damage to Village property — Attorney Kramer thought that there has to be a civil remedy, with or without an ordinance. The meeting was adjourned at 10 p.m.