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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-11-26 - Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes AGENDA VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 26, 1991 8:00 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ACTION PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. SVETKO IVANOV 82 VALLEY TERRACE SECTION 1, BLOCK 6B, LOTS 6-12 APPROVAL OF SUBDIVISION 2. KEN LOEWENTHEIL & DAUGHTER INC. SECTION 1, BLOCK 12, LOTS 1B1 A-2, 1B-B, AND 1B1-A ROAD DEDICATION OF DEER RUN RESOLUTIONS - 3. HONORING PEARL HARBOR WEEK DECEMBER 7 - 14, 1991 4. SETTING DATE FOR DECEMBER VILLAGE BOARD MEETING 5. CHECK REGISTER APPROVAL OF MINUTES 6. OCTOBER 8, 1991 7. OCTOBER 22, 1991 WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 8. CHIEF ROBERT J. SANTORO RE: LOCAL LAW REQUIRING BUILDINGS TO DISPLAY STREET NUMBERS DISCUSSION 9. FIRE/EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION POLICY NEXT MEETING DATE DECEMBER 17, 1991 RECYCLING IS THE WAY OF THE FUTURE! MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING ®02 Q" u BOARD OF TRUSTEES VILLAGE OFFICES VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK NOVEMBER 26, 1991 CONVENE MEETING Mayor Cresenzi convened the Meeting at 8.00 p.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance followed. Present were the following members of the Board: Mayor Salvatore M. Cresenzi Trustee Michele R. Daly Trustee Joseph Pellino Trustee Robert J. Ravich Trustee Randy A. Solomon Also present were: Christopher J. Russo, Village Administrator Lori Ann DeMarco, Asst. to Village Administrator Rocco V. Circosta, Director of Public Works Edward F. Beane, Village Attorney Joseph Cortese, Village Treasurer Elizabeth Czajkowski, Secretary to the Village Board Thomas Gissen, F.P. Clark Associates 00?004 November 26, 1991 Mayor Cresenzi stated that we would deviate from the Public Hearing section of the meeting to hear members of the Pool Committee who are in attendance this evening to discuss a municipal pool in the Village of Rye Brook. Laurie Landes, Chairperson of the Pool Committee, introduced John Haley, a member of the Pool Committee to give some insight as to what has been taking place. John Haley stated that they recommended to the Board that the Village retain Lawrence Raffaelli, a leading expert in pools in the area, to build a Pool in the Rye Hills Park. He listed many Towns where Mr. Raffaelli serviced both in and out of New York State. He has designed a layout for a pool complex. To put a pool in, with a bond, the average household would have to pay $42 a year for twenty years. The average household currently pays $12,300 per year. We have found that a pool in the Village would increase property values. The costs of joining a pool in the area are astronomical, Rye Golf Club is over $1,000 a year. He then introduced Mr. Larry Raffaelli to the Village Board. Mr. Raffaelli stated that it has been over a year since they have started on their 90 day report. A Recreation study was done in 1987 by Frederick P. Clark & Associates and it was determined that more people wanted a pool in the Village than anything else. He explained that by having a pool, the Village will be able to give instruction, as everyone should learn to swim. Swimmers could also race and compete. For toddlers, you would need a shallow pool going from six inches deep to one foot. Then for older children, you would need a three foot training pool where they could be taught to swim. A recreation pool would be from three feet to five feet. A pool such as this would be great for Senior Citizens to do calistenics in or just to cool off in. Also a separate twenty five meter pool for competition is proposed. They could learn to swim, dive and race. A thirteen foot deep diving pool was looked into but we have decided to combine it with the competition pool. Therefore we would have a separate diving and competition pool and also a recreation pool. A various number of sites were looked into and Rye Hills Park was chosen as the best site. The site will not disturb the neighbors and is very accessible. Mayor Cresenzi pointed out that this was not a public hearing, and there would be no action taken this evening as this meeting was only to receive a report from the Pool Committee and Mr. Raffaelli Trustee Daly questioned how much area the pools and bathhouse would cover. Mr. Raffaelli replied that there would be an acre and a half for the pools and bathhouse and an acre for the parking lot. 2 - 002005 November 26, 1991 Trustee Daly questioned why the site at King Street was not chosen since Crawford Park is very hilly and Mr. Raffaelli stated earlier that flat land is preferable. Mr. Raffaelli stated that there is a water table problem at the King Street Site and they would have to use part of the fill area. Trustee Daly questioned a rock problem at Crawford Park. Mr. Raffaelli stated that looking around the site, it seemed to be okay. i Trustee Solomon questioned staffing and maintenance required. Mr. Raffaelli stated that you would need a guard, depending upon their certification and degree, at a salary of $5, $6 or $7 an hour. The wading and training pool would require one person and the recreation pool would require two people. Mr. Haly added that costs of staffing would really be payed for by the people that use the pool. A membership fee would be charged to cover the membership costs which would be about $100,000. If 400 families signed up for memberships the fee would be $250 a family. He stated that the Village really should pay for production costs for it benefits property value in the Village. Residents that may never even set foot in the pool would benefit because of enhanced property values. Trustee Solomon questioned if the ground staff and insurance are included in the maintenance fee. He also questioned when the pool would open and close for the season. Mr. Raffaelli replied that minimal ground staff is included in the maintenance fee and there is a $20,000 fee for insurance. The pool would open on Memorial Day and close on Labor Day. Trustee Ravich questioned if it was common that municipalities are eliminating diving due to the liability in diving programs. Mr. Raffaelli stated that when the pools are properly designed there is not a problem with the liability. Trustee Solomon questioned screening and noise. Mr. Raffaelli stated that there is a noise level but it is not that excessive and there is a row of trees which makes up considerable screening. Frances Forti questioned how many people were surveyed and how many residents were in favor of the pool. She stated that she was never asked. - 3 - UJ`?O6k November 26, 1991 Mr. Raffaelli stated that in the report from Frederick p. Clark & Associates it stated that well over fifty percent of the residents were in favor of a pool. Alan Vernon of the Rye Hills/Rye Brook Homeowners Association stated that he was opposed to the building of a swimming pool in the Village ' of Rye Brook and specifically in their neighborhood. Mr. Vernon stated that it is inappropriate, the persons proposing this are out of touch with present economic situations and the timing is totally wrong. They feel there is no need at this present time for a swimming pool. Talcott Woods and the Arbors have their own pool. We can also take advantage of SUNY Purchase, Saxon Woods and the Y.M.C.A. We do not believe that our population would sustain such a pool that can only be used for three months of the year. We as a Village have other priorities currently, last year we had proposed to build our own Village Hall and currently we are proposing to make better facilities for our Senior Citizens. Why not share the costs with other towns and build one together with Port Chester or Rye? Leonard Schettino of 71 Valley Terrace questioned what percentage of families in Rye Brook already have their own pool? Mr. Raffaelli replied that he was not sure of the number, however regardless, if there were many residents owning their own pool, a municipal pool serves a different purpose. Children all over the Village can congregate there, learn to swim, dive, race and meet with their friends. Dan Paniccia questioned if a formal survey had been done regarding this. Mayor Cresenzi stated that a survey was done this summer. Mr. Paniccia stated that he agreed with Mr. Vernon as to sharing the costs. He added that Harrison has a very nice facility which is this would just be adding With the economy under utilized. Y of today J another burden. Ken Heller stated that he is probably the most experienced person in this community in regard to the use of a municipal pool. People do not swim when the temperature is cool. We cannot bet on having extremely hot summers. There are so many other swimming facilities available within two square miles. Mamaroneck has a pool that is open all year round. Water and air temperature are also an important factor. Just the water alone is very expensive and should be taken into consideration. When we speak of a competitive recreational program, we are forgetting about coaching, which is very expensive and long term. There are many costs that we are not even considering. 4 - 00200'1 November 26, 1991 A resident stated that she is very much in favor of the pool. She stated that the reason she, as well as many other members of the community do not take advantage of the Rye Brook Recreation Day Camp is because there is not a place for our children to swim regularly during the summer. This is a very important element for Day Camp. Donald Brown questioned how much money has been spent on the pool. Frank Filipowski stated that more than 186 families approached him to have a pool study done. He addressed the points that Mr. Vernon brought up in terms of a pool being inappropriate at this time. In 1986, this Village paid $10,000 for a Recreation Study for the future of this Village. the Village Board at the time was given notice that a majority of the residents which answered that survey wanted a pool and a recreation facility. Granted we are going to be spending money on the Anthony J. Posillipo Community Center, but there is no center for all Village Residents. Rye Hills is right in the center and would pull together the two school districts. There is also room for expansion for a center or whatever else would be placed there. Rye Hills Park was recommended by Frederick P. Clark Associates as it has six acres of land and would be at an ideal price. However, at the time of the study there was no access road leading to the park. Now we do have an access road, as it was built for free by the developer of Hidden Falls. Currently, building costs are down as are interest rates. Now is the ideal time to do this. Property values will increase in the Village as will the number of Day Camp users. There are many more younger children in the Village of Rye Brook than there were ten years ago. Mr. Raffaelli is an expert who has completed many projects in other Villages and Towns. Having a pool in the Community would improve the quality of life as we would all have something to be proud of. Dan Paniccia questioned how much money has been spent on this study, He also inquired whether or not we looked into the site closer to the Blind Brook High School_ Mayor Cresenzi stated that the Village paid $3,000 for the recent study that was done by Mr. Raffaelli Mr. Raffaelli stated that there was a high water table, some fill and some wetland problems. Mr. Filipowski added that the Firehouse property on King Street that Mr. Paniccia was referring to is just over two acres and is not large enough. Mr. Paniccia stated that Rye Hills Park is entirely fill. Mr. Raffaelli stated that it seems to be level and the quality is fine. Sheila Filipowski urged those interested to look at the 1987 Pool Study that the Recreation Department has available. 5 - 002068 November 26, 1991 Roger Herman stated that there was a recent study done this summer that is more in tune with today. Lori Landes stated that the figures are currently being analyzed but of the surveys that were returned she stated that a pool was put down more than anything else. Donald Brown stated that Rye Hills Park was the old Price Estate and was filled in with the muck that was taken from the stream behind Rock Ridge. Underground there were large cellars that were used many years ago as tunnels to the garage to the house which have never been properly filled in. We must be careful as to where we put this pool as we may have a bigger pool than we expect. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. SVETKO IVANOV 82 VALLEY TERRACE SECTION 1, BLOCK 6B, LOTS 6-12 APPROVAL OE' SUBDIVISION Mayor Cresenzi convened the Public Hearing for discussion at 9:00 p.m. John Colangelo, attorney for Mr. Ivanov, stated that they have been before the Planning Board, who approved the plan unanimously. They did however, recommend that the lots be made equal 87 1/2 feet each, splitting lot number 9 and adding to the proposed lot number 2. There was no problem with that recommendation. Both lots conform to the Rye Brook Zoning Code. Mr. Colangelo informed the Board that Mr. Ivanov will avoid blasting if he can as his intentions are to use the large rock and excavate. Trustee Pellino questioned if there were plans to immediately construct homes on the site and if the rock would need to be removed. Mr. Colangelo stated that Mr. Ivanov also resided on Valley Terrace and intends to remain there. His intentions are to build a one family lot on the property in the future that will comply with all the Zoning requirements. There are no definite construction plans as to whether or not the rock will be removed. Trustee Solomon asked Donald Brown if he was familiar with the property and if there was any underground water. Mr. Brown replied that he never heard of any underground water in that area. Mayor Cresenzi stated that Frederick P. Clark & Associates recommended that the building envelope and the lot line be shifted. He questioned how this has been addressed in the drawing. - 6 - 002069 November 26, 1991 Mr. Colangelo replied that lot number 9 was split in half and lot number 1 and 2 would be of equal size, being 87 1/2 feet width. We have incorporated this recommendation into the subdivision application. Thomas Gissen, of Frederick P. Clark & Associates stated that the purpose was not to adjust the building envelope and to create a corridor beyond what is shown as the rock area so that one can go from the front area to the usable rearyard area both for recreational purposes and for maintenance purposes. Trustee Solomon questioned if there was a legal liability to the Village if there is a problem with construction. Attorney Beane stated that there is no legal liability to the Village based on it's approval of this site. There are expert opinions and reports that form the basis of the Village approval. During the construction phase, Rocco Circosta, Director of Public Works, has continuing jurisdiction over this and, if there are any problems that need to be dealt with by the developer, Mr. Circosta is here to see to that. It is the developers responsibility to construct a home so that there will not be an increase in any adverse condition. The Village is not in the same position as the developer, as they only approve the subdivision based on regulations all of which have been satisfied. Mr. Colangelo stated that this is only a subdivision application, not a site plan application. I Trustee Solomon questioned if in the future a house is built on this rock, does it affect the height requirements of buildings. Mr. Circosta replied that the rock would not affect the height because height is measured from the average grade around the building. Margaret Monier of 72 Valley Terrace questioned if any of the Board members have seen this so called rock, if not she has pictures for the Board members to view. If he decides to blast, her glass porch will be blown to pieces. It is riot a rock, but a mountain which is not shallow, but goes very far down, stated Mrs. Monier. Paul Provenzano, of 51 Valley Terrace stated that he is very opposed to this subdivision, as it is not in the best interest of the residents of Valley Terrace. A letter from Eleanor Barbara of 2 Argyle Road was read into the minutes. She is also very opposed to this subdivision. 7 - 0020 r � November 26, 1991 Attorney Beane stated that we have a Planning and Zoning Code that this subdivision must conform to, which this one does. Unless granting of the subdivision, not the construction, is absolutely repugnant to the neighborhood, this Village Board cannot disapprove the subdivision. There is a very specific and involved blasting ordinance in the Village, the people must be licensed, put up substantial bonds, and must have tertian devices on site at all times to make sure that there will be no damage to any one elses property. If something should happen to Mrs. Monier's porch, for example, she will have bonds and insurance all available to her and will not have to rely on the blasters being there forever. Many concerns of the residents are construction concerns, which should be expressed during construction, when the time arises, before the Board of Architectural Review. Virginia Atkins of 68 Valley Terrace questioned if there are any records regarding whether or not the lot is unbuildable. Attorney Beane stated that there was no such thing as a lot being determined as unbuildable forever. Leonard SchetLino of 71 Valley Terrace questioned who determined the amount of money the bond will be if blasting is done. Mr. Circosta replied that bond amounts are already established in the local law. Mr. Schettino questioned if this bond covers personal damage as well as damage to various properties. He also questioned who the burden of proof is on. Attorney Beane stated that there will be two types of insurance, the bond and the liability insurance by the blasting company. one or both of those would cover personal damages. The burden of proof is always on the person bringing the allegation. Mrs. Monier asked if the blasting people will take into consideration that they just might crack a propane tank which is on Mr. Ivanov's property. Attorney Beane stated that if in fact there is a tank on the property, it will be taken into consideration. Mayor Cresenzi questioned if they can eliminate the problem of blasting from this issue tonight by making a commitment that there would be no blasting on the site and every other alternative will be used to construct on this site. Mr. Colangelo stated that this is beyond the scope of this particular public hearing. We are required to comply with all of the construction codes, which we have already done. He stated that Mr. Ivanov cannot make that commitment even though he would like to avoid blasting. The lot will be unbuildable if they are not able to do any blasting whatsoever. 8 - 0020% November 26, 1991 Mayor Cresenzi stated that Mr. Ivanov can go to an excavator and request a price on taking the rock down to around level without blasting. Mr. Colangelo stated that it is his intention is to build a majority of the house in front of the rock and also be consistent with the front line of the other houses on the block. However, he would not like to limit himself if it were necessary to do a little blasting. He does not intend to remove the rock, as it is much too big of a project for a single family house. Mayor Cresenzi stated once again that this meets the code of the Village and any homeowner has a right to develop property that meets the regulations. Virginia Atkins of 68 Valley Terrace stated that she would like to refer to an earlier Zoning Board meeting. She raised a question in regard to authorizing two houses on this lot. She stated that Mr. Colangelo stated that if they got into the building of the property and realized that it was more than they could deal with, there would be laws that they would have to abide by and they would apply for variances to get around those laws. This means that the construction will halt, the people will come back to the relevant boards here in the village and apply for variances to the existing lot. Now ground has been broken, and the variances will be given against state and county laws. She suggested that the Zoning Board minutes be looked at for some clarification as to what Mr. Colangelo said. Attorney Beane stated that we have no authority to issue any variances on State or County construction codes. If he started to build and something went wrong and Mr. Ivanov changed his mind, he could not just walk away from the site. He would have to restore the property to it's previous state. John Scarlotta, of 57 Valley Terrace stated that the people in this courtroom,probably do not understand the difference between the Village Board, Planning Board and Zoning Board and the procedure of what the developer must go through to build a house. Attorney Beane stated that first an application goes to the Planning Board, who reviews and recommends it to the Village Board for approval. If there is a 'Zoning problem, then the developer must go to the Zoning Board, which cannot be overridden by the Village Board. This apparently happened with the two lot subdivision which was denied. In order to override the Zoning Board, the Village Board would have to sue the Zoning Board. We have very strict local laws pertaining to construction, blasting and excavation issues. Our Director of Public Works, Rocco Circosta, will make sure the developer satisfies all requirements necessary On Motion made by Trustee Ravich, seconded by Trustee Pellino, the Public Hearing was closed at 9:55 p.m. pending an approval resolution to be prepared for the December 17, 1991 meeting. - 9 - 00`?0 2 November 26, 1991 Trustee Solomon suggested to Mr. Ivanov that he sit down with his neighbors and calm their fears and concerns before a lengthy process of obtaining site plan approval. TRUSTEE DALY VOTING AYE TRUSTEE PELLINO VOTING AYE TRUSTEE RAVICH VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SOLOMON VOTING AYE MAYOR CRESENZI VOTING AYE Mayor Cresenzi opened up the following Public Hearing at 9:55 P.M. 2. KEN LOEWENTHEIL & DAUGHTER INC. SECTION 1, BLOCK 12, LOTS 1B1 A-2, 1B-B, AND 1B1-A ROAD DEDICATION OF DEER RUN Sandy , attorney for the developer, stated that he was here this evening seeking permission for the dedication of the roads. Attorney Beane explained the resolution, stating that the subdivision has been fully completed, as has the roadway according to the plans and specifications of the Village of Rye Brook. The only step left to complete the subdivision is for the Village to accept dedication of the roadway. This is done by resolution, requiring the Developer to furnish the Village with a duly executed deed of dedication of the road in a form approved by the Village "Attorney, which has already been done. They also must furnish the Village a title insurance policy in the amount of $60,000 certifying to the Village that the developer had good and marketable title to the roadway and that the developer pay all recording fees and expenses necessary to record the deed of dedication. Attorney Beane stated that there is absolutely no reason for the Village not to accept dedication of this Road. � On Motion made by Trustee Ravich, seconded by Trustee Daly, the following resolution was adopted: RESOLUTION DEER RUN DEDICATION OF ROADWAY SECTION 1, BLOCK 12, LOTS 1B1 A-2, 1B-B, AND 1B1-A WHEREAS, by Resolution dated August 25, 1986, a copy of which is annexed to this Resolution, the Board of Trustees granted Subdivision and Approval to the Developer, Loewentheil-Rye Brook, Inc. with respect to property located on Lincoln Avenue, and also known as Section 1, Block 12, Lots 1B1 A-2, 1B-B, and 1B1-A; and 10 - 002073 November 26, 1991 WHEREAS, said Subdivision Approval was modified by a separate Resolution dated June 23, 1987; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the Subdivision Approval, as modified the Developer was required to construct the above captioned Roadway in accordance with the approved plans and specifications and the Developer also was required to post a Performance Bond in favor of the Village of Rye Brook to secure construction of the Roadway in conformance with said plans and specifications; and WHEREAS, a Performance Bond in the amount of $210,000 was posted and thereafter said Roadway was constructed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications and said construction was approved by the Director of Public Works on or about November 1991; and WHEREAS, the Developer seeks to terminate its obligation under the Performance Bond posted to secure its construction of the roadway designated above based on the Roadway's Completion; and WHEREAS, the Developer now desires to dedicate said Roadway to the Village of Rye Brook and to secure from the Village Board a release of its Performance Bond; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby accepts dedication of the Deer Run Roadway as described in the Deed of Dedication to be executed by the Developer and presented to the Village within forty-five (45) days of the date of this Resolution. The acceptance of the dedication is expressly conditional on and shall not occur until the Developer satisfies the following conditions: (1) The Developer furnished the Village of Rye Brook with a duly executed deed if Dedication of the Deer Run Roadway in a form approved by the Village Attorney. (2) The Developer furnished to the Village with a Title Insurance Policy in the amount of $60,000 certifying to the Village that good and marketable title to the Roadway and that has been conveyed to the Village by the" Developer. (3) The Developer pays all recording fees and expenses necessary to record the Deed of Dedication; and be it F'UR'THER RESOLVED, that upon the satisfaction of the "three conditions set forth herein, the Developer shall be released from the obligations of the Performance Bond for the construction of the Roadway in accordance with the provisions of this Resolution; and be it - 11 - tJl120 dt` November 26, 1991 FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall be binding on the heirs and assigns of each party. TRUSTEE DALY VOTING AYE TRUSTEE PELLINO VOTING AYE TRUSTEE RAVICH VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SOLOMON VOTING AYE MAYOR CRESENLI VOTING AYE RESOLUTIONS 3. HONORING PEARL HARBOR WEEK DECEMBER 7 - 14, 1991 On Motion made by Trustee Solomon, seconded by Trustee Ravich, the followina resolution was adopted: RESOLUTION PEARL HARBOR DAY WHEREAS, December 7, 1991 will be the fiftieth (50th) anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor; and WHEREAS, this event has been memorialized as "Pearl Harbor Day"; and WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook wishes to recognize this historical moment and the American service men and women who gave their lives in the services of their Country in that attack. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that all flags in the Village of Rye Brook be lowered to half-mast on Saturday, December 7, 1991 and remain at half-mast until December 14, 1991; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Clerk obtain new flags for all Village flagpoles and that the new flags be displayed on or by December 7, 1991. TRUSTEE DALY VOTING AYE TRUSTEE PELLINO VOTING AYE TRUSTEE RAVICH VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SOLOMON VOTING AYE MAYOR CRESENZI VOTING AYE Donald Brown suggested that the Village purchase nylon flags as they last a lot longer. - 12 - 002075 November 26, 1991 4. SETTING DATE FOR DECEMBER VILLAGE BOARD MEETING On Motion made by Trustee Ravich, seconded by Trustee Pellino, the following resolution was adopted: RESOLUTION SETTING DATE FOR DECEMBER BOARD MEETING RESOLVED, that Tuesday, December 17, 1991 at 6:00 p.m. be hereby approved as the Regular Village Board of Trustees Meeting date in the Village of Rye Brook for the month of December. TRUSTEE DALY VOTING AYE TRUSTEE PELLINO VOTING AYE TRUSTEE RAVICH VOTING AYE TRUSTEE. SOLOMON VOTING AYE MAYOR CRESENZI VOTING AYE 5. CHECK REGISTER On Motion made by Trustee Ravich, seconded by Trustee Daly, the following resolution was adopted: RESOLUTION CHECK REGISTER WHEREAS, the following checks, representing payment for services rendered, have been submitted to the Treasurer's Office for payment and have been certified to by the Village Administrator' On-Line Checks: #3298-3668 Hand Checks: #9819-9946 Payroll Checks: #5230-5709 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this board hereby approves payment of the above-mentioned claims and authorizes payment thereof. TRUSTEE DALY VOTING AYE TRUSTEE PELLINO VOTING AYE TRUSTEE RAVICH VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SOLOMON VOTING AYE MAYOR CRESENZI VOTING AYE - 13 - November 26, 1991 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 6. OCTOBER 8, 1991 7. OCTOBER 22, 1991 On Motion made by Trustee Pellino, seconded by Trustee Ravich the Minutes of October 8, 1991 and October 22, 1991 were accepted as presented. TRUSTEE DALY VOTING AYE TRUSTEE PELLINO VOTING AYE TRUSTEE RAVICH VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SOLOMON VOTING AYE MAYOR CRESENZI VOTING AYE WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 8. CHIEF ROBERT J. SANTORO RE: LOCAL LAW REQUIRING BUILDINGS TO DISPLAY STREET NUMBERS Chief Santoro stated that this is the final stage of verifying numbers in the Village. There were many homes without numbers and we need a law to have numbers on all homes and buildings so that the Police can respond more quickly. Mayor Cresenzi stated that Attorney Beane will put together a draft and we can discuss it at a future meeting. DISCUSSION 9. FIRE/EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION POLICY Mayor Cresenzi stated that Fire Chief Nethercott who was unable to attend the meeting this evening. Assistant Fire Chief Dileo and Assistant Fire Chief Gerardi were also unable to attend the meeting this evening so at the request of Chief Nethercott, the discussion was put off to the December 17, 1991 meeting. NEXT MEETING DATE DECEMBER 17, 1991 - 6:00 p.m. Administrator Russo stated that a proposal was received that was prepared by the City of Rye. As pointed out, the Village of Rye Brook, Rye all have been working together on o Port Chester and City ofy the proposal made by the Ambulance Corps. requesting a 24 s increase in the payments that we make to them. After various weeks of come u with deliberation, we have P a proposal which needs to be approved by all three municipalities. 14 - n/� 0.J November 26, 1991 The proposal that has been made accepts the Ambulance Corps. budget requests, and after making a site visit one can see that their needs are well documented. They have also proposed that they will be instituting a revenue recovery system as soon as possible into their 1992 calendar year. That system had been studied in the 1989 audit done by the Buck Sturmer Accounting Company and they had made some projection of revenue that the Ambulance Corps. would bring in by instituting a revenue recovery system. Buck Sturmer used a recovery factor of 52% which was very conservative. We then took the numbers from 1989 and plugged them in at the 52% recovery rate and also assumed that they would possibly lose 70% of their donations by instituting this. We don't believe that that will be the case but in doing this we have found that all they need is an 11% increase, which is less than half of what they have come in for. The City of Rye has officially made this proposal and, if we agree, we would follow the same proposal. This forces the Ambulance Corps. to follow up on all the things that they claim to do. This lessens the burden on the municipalities that are involved. They are a vital service to the Village of Rye Brook, they have overall reasonable rates, and we do not question their needs. Trustee Ravich stated that he agreed with Administrator Russo and pointed out that it is important to be assured that this program of recovery no way impacts the level of service that we are receiving from them currently. I Administrator Russo stated that in no way would this program impact the services that they now provide. Trustee Daly questioned if the Ambulance Corps. reviewed this proposal. Administrator Russo replied that they have reviewed this proposal and he also discussed the proposal with the President, Harriet Balter. Trustee Daly stated that 20% of their budget seems to be insurance costs and they are expecting escalations. Is there any way we can refer the gentlemen who is looking into the Villages' insurance costs to the Ambulance Corps? Administrator Russo agreed with Trustee Daly and has already mentioned that at the last meeting he attended. Trustee Solomon questioned Mr. Sidney Braudy, the Villages' representative to the Ambulance Corps. if the figures sounded correct. Mr. Braudy replied that he was not involved in this years budget preparation. - 15 - 002078 November 26, 1991 Administrator Russo explained that this proposal does not need to be passed by the Board now, only a consensus of the Board is needed to proceed in proposing this to the Ambulance Corps. Administrator Russo stated that Mr. Brandy was involved in their last budget proposal, attended their meeting, made some significant comments based on his accounting experience, came back to the three communities and reported to Prank Culross of Rye, Mike Ritchie of Port Chester and myself, and for whatever reason on the part of the Ambulance Corps. , was never invited back to participate in their current year financial problems. By proposing this agreement, we will be forcing their hand on a financial matter. Mayor Cresenzi stated that this will force them to try to recover the funds as an ongoing project. Parallel to this, we must deal with the oversight and assist them in long range planning. Administrator Russo stated that they still have Mr. Brandy as the Villages' representative and have come up with no reasons to change that. Mayor Cresenzi recommended to the Board that they adopt this proposal to pursue the same agreement as Rye City. Trustee Pellino questioned how this ties in with our Budget as the Village has a $38,000 line. Administrator Russo stated that they have slightly more budgeted than the actual expense so therefore they may have to make a slight modification to get through this year. Administrator Russo explained that we are approving an 11% increase rather than a 24% increase, providing that they implement their revenue recovery system. Trustee Solomon stated that he would vote aye on this contingent upon our representative, Mr. Braudy, becoming more involved in their budget process. They should not leave Mr. Braudy or the Village out in the cold. Administrator Russo suggested that in addition to sending a letter back to the Ambulance Corps. , a paragraph be added with regard to that. Mayor Cresenzi agreed with Administrator Russo. Trustee Pellino questioned what agreement we have with the City of Rye and the Village of Port Chester. Administrator Russo stated that all three municipalities must be in full agreement. He added that eventually we will receive a new proposed contract which will have to be passed. 16 - 00207J November 26, 1991 On motion made by 'Trustee Ravich, seconded by Trustee Pellino the following Resolution was adopted by the vote indicated: RESOLUTION PORT CHESTER, RYE - RYE BROOK VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE CORP. RESOLVED, that the Village Board of the Village of Rye Brook hereby approves the proposal for increasing the contribution to the Port Chester Rye - Rye Brook Ambulance Corps. to approximately 11% and require that the Ambulance Corps. institute a Revenue Recovery Plan as soon as possible in 1992; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Administrator be hereby authorized to enter into agreement with the Ambulance Corps. reflecting these requirements. TRUSTEE DALY VOTING AYE TRUSTEE PELLINO VOTING AYE TRUSTEE RAVICH VOTING AYE TRUSTEE SOLOMON VOTING AYE MAYOR CRESENZI VOTING AYE Mr. Heller informed the Board that there is a large pothole developing on Betsy Brown Road that should be filled. Mr. Heller also stated that the Lutheran Church development should be looked into as there are building materials leaning against some of the trees which could cause great damage. He added that on Lincoln Avenue there is a pond when it rains because it is not properly graded. At 13 Lincoln Avenue, the sidewalk is higher than the adjacent property. Originally, Mr. Heller had a hump put near his driveway by a licensed engineer in 1970 to keep the water from running onto his property. With the curbing it was removed. Now he also has debris running right into his driveway. He would like the hump reinstalled. Mr. Heller also complained that his driveway was shortened by two feet and now has trouble pulling into his driveway from Lincoln Avenue. Administrator Russo stated that these matters will be taken care of. Trustee Pellino informed that Board that Trustee Solomon and he represented Rye Brook at a Town Meeting at Rye Neck High School held by Assemblyman Tocci. The subject was state aid cuts to education. Assemblyman Tocci will do what he can to introduce legislation to enact a redistribution of lottery funds to Westchester School districts. Currently, Westchester receives the lowest allocation of education money of any County in the State of New York. There are many surrounding Counties that have the sante problem however, ours is the most severe. - 17 - 002080 November 26, 1991 Joe Cortese, Village Treasurer stated that he recently heard that their approach to this new budget problem is an additional 3% cutback. We will take another substantial hit. Trustee Pellino stated that in 1990, lottery players in Westchester County contributed 137 million in payments to purchase lottery tickets. Assuming a 45% share, Westchester School Districts should have received 60 million dollars in State Aid just from the lottery funds and Westchester only received 13.9 million. That loss is significant when you think of how we fought previously for 19 million for Westchester School Districts out of this recently enacted sales tax. He added that other State assemblies are fighting to get the formula changed and for lottery funds to be literally set aside as additional money for education. Donald Brown, complained of a bad smell at the Village's Compost site, which is riot far from his home. Mayor Cresenzi informed Mr. Brown that he has recommended to the Board that as soon as the clean up of leaves is completed, we will bring the grinder back and grind what is on site and be rid of all materials by January. Mr. Brown stated that the leaves should be turned more often. Mayor Cresenzi replied that the State DEC has guidelines as to how often the leaves should be turned. The Village has been using these guidelines. Mr. Circosta stated that they have another three days to truck out what has been ground up already. The odor can be controlled once movement over at the site has stopped. Administrator Russo explained that there are two different smells out at the Compost site, the rotten egg smell and the humus smell. The smell that we have currently is the humus smell. Mr. Heller stated that during his 40 years of composting he never had a smell. If the leaves are packed too tight you are not allowing any air to get through. He suggested that we call "Earth Grow", who are experts in this field. ADJOURNMENT On Motion made by Trustee Solomon, seconded by Trustee Pellino, the meeting adjourned into Executive Session at 10:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Elizabeth Czajk6Wski Secretary to the Village Board - 18 -