Mayor & Board of Trustees

Village Board of Trustees Regular Meeting May 7, 2019 7:30 p.m. The Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor, New York was held in the Village of Briarcliff Manor at the William J. Vescio Community Center, at 1 Library Road, Briarcliff Manor, New York on the 7th of May, 2019 commencing at 7:30 p.m. Present Steven A. Vescio, Mayor Peter S. Chatzky, Deputy Mayor Cesare DeRose, Jr., Trustee Kevin Hunt, Trustee Edward E. Midgley, Trustee Also Present Philip Zegarelli, Village Manager Daniel Pozin, Village Attorney Christine Dennett, Village Clerk David Turiano, Village Engineer Pledge of Allegiance Public Hearing to Amend Chapter 45 entitled “Planning Board” and Chapter 220-17 entitled “Board of Appeals” of the Code of the Village of Briarcliff Manor The Board discussed the draft legislation and requested amendments. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Midgley, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the Public Hearing to May 21, 2019 at 7:30pm. Board of Trustees Announcements by Trustee Hunt  The Fire Department offered grilling safety tips.  The Library has many upcoming events and the Spring/Summer Brochure is available. Visit the website for more information.  The Recreation Spring/Summer Brochure is available. Camp registration is still open with limited space available.  Lifeguards are needed.  There will be a Pickleball meet and greet on May 11th.  Stay connected and sign up for weekly updates.  The Board is looking to revitalize and stabilize the shoreline at Scarborough Park If any residents have experience in obtaining DEC permits and are interested in volunteering, please contact the Village Manager. 1 Village Managers Report by Village Manager Zegarelli  The Pocantico River Bridge work has begun.  The Mobile Passport Unit was in the Village earlier today.  Unpaid water bills will be levied to tax tomorrow.  There will be a Special Election for the Fire Chief on May 9 th.  There won’t be a Memorial Day Parade this year due to the construction but a ceremony will be held at the Fire House and then immediately following in Law Park at 12:15pm. Thank you to the American Legion for their efforts. Public Comments Mr. David Steinmetz of Zarin and Steinmetz stated he represented three clients that owned property in the BZone and reviewed the timeline of the process that occurred over the last three years. Ms. Kim Izzarelli of 12 Deertree Lane stated she was the president of the Wyndcrest Homeowners Association and they had an ongoing issue with runoff from North State Road. She requested the Village correct and repair the drains and maintain them in accordance with the County agreement. Mr. Wes Woodleaf, Property Manager for Wyndcrest stated they filed a Notice of Claim against the Village in 2013 regarding the drain maintenance. Mr. Marc Prisament of 239 Scarborough Road requested the Board move forward with the Public Hearing on the Temporary Moratorium. Mr. Roger Battacharia of 16 Holbrook Road stated the developer of 345 Scarborough Road was proposing high density townhomes and it would overtax the parking, traffic and infrastructure in the Village. He requested the Board move forward with the Public Hearing on the Temporary Moratorium. Mr. Clark Shepherd of 144 River Road stated it was a wonderful idea to have a moratorium. Ms. Karen Fendrick of 23 Apple Lane echoed the previous comments on the moratorium. Ms. Helen Mauch of Zarin and Steinmetz stated the Village had been debating the BZone properties for three years and that was tantamount to a moratorium. She stated her clients were ready, willing and able to cooperate with the Village and a moratorium was not the answer. Mr. Jon Grebow of 345 Scarborough Road stated they were ready to have a conversation regarding the development of their property and a moratorium 2 would halt the process. Schedule a Public Hearing to Hear and Discuss a Proposed Local Law Imposing a Temporary Moratorium on the Acceptance, Processing and Approval of Applications in the Planned Office Building and Laboratory B District and Business Transitional BT District (The “B” Zone) of the Village of Briarcliff Manor Mr. Ken Dengler of 90 Shadowbrook Drive stated the Board had an opportunity to control the process and everyone was an investor in the community. Mr. Jon Grebow asked if a special meeting would be scheduled. Mr. Jeb Weisman of 285 Scarborough Road stated he strongly agreed that a Public Hearing needed to occur so residents could be better informed about the moratorium. Ms. Maria Levine of 293 Scarborough Road suggested a larger meeting space. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee DeRose, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that a Public Hearing is hereby scheduled for the May 21, 2019 at 7:30pm Board of Trustees meeting to hear and discuss a proposed local law Imposing a Temporary Moratorium on the Acceptance, Processing and Approval of Applications in the Planned Office Building and Laboratory B District and Business Transitional BT District (The “B” Zone) of the Village of Briarcliff Manor. Award of Bid - Plumbing Maintenance Services Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee DeRose, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS the Village received 2 bids for Plumbing Maintenance Services (VM- 1819-6); and WHEREAS the Village Board rejected the bid on April 16, 2019 submitted by Joe Lombardo Plumbing and Heating of Rockland Inc. due to a deficiency and non- conformity in their bid; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the bid for Plumbing Maintenance Services (VM-1819-6); is hereby awarded to VFR Contracting with their Item Quantity Service proposal as follows: One Licensed Plumber: Business Hours: $120 per hour 3 After Hours: $180 per hour One Licensed Plumber Plus Helper: Business Hours: $180 per hour After Hours: $270 per hour Parts/Specialty Equipment Mark-up: 10% BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Village Manager is hereby authorized and directed to execute a contract with VFR Contracting for said project. Acceptance of a Donation from VS Construction The Board thanked them for their donation and stated it was a great building and great addition to the village. Upon motion by Trustee DeRose, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby accepts a donation of a new paddle tennis warming hut located in Law Park from VS Construction with a value of $60,000. Acceptance of a Resignation Letter from the Fire Chief The Board thanked Peter for his service and wished him well. Upon motion by Trustee Midgley, seconded by Trustee DeRose, with a nay vote from Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted to approve the following resolution: BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby accepts the resignation of Peter J. Fulfree as Fire Chief and Fire Marshall effective April 29, 2019. Budget Amendments Lewiston and Wilderness Way Pump Station Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee DeRose, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the budget for fiscal year 2018-2019 is hereby amended as follows: LEWISTON AND WILDERNESS WAY PUMP STATION 4 Increase Expense F8120.211 General Repairs $63,740.00 Increase Revenue F0599 Fund Balance $63,740.00 Insurance Recovery Upon motion by Trustee Midgley, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the budget for fiscal year 2018-2019 is hereby amended as follows: INSURANCE RECOVERY Increase Expense F8340.420 Hydrant Repair $11,727.60 Increase Revenue F0101.2680 Insurance Recovery $11,727.60 Award of Bid – Phase 5 Utility Improvements – Water (The Club) Contract Tabled to a future meeting. 2019-2020 Tax Levy and Warrant Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee DeRose, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, the budget for the fiscal year commencing June 1, 2019, has been duly adopted and filed with the Village Clerk; and WHEREAS, it has been thereby determined that the sum of $18,205,728.19 will be necessary to meet the obligations of the Village; and WHEREAS, there has been duly credited as against said sum estimated revenues and appropriated fund balance aggregating $6,900,739.19 leaving $11,304,989 to be raised by the levying of taxes; and WHEREAS, it appears from the Assessment Roll of the year 2018 for taxes for the fiscal year June 1, 2019 that the total assessed valuation of real property in the Village is $1,865,458,676 with $1,862,973,182 in the Town of Ossining portion of the Village and $2,574,467 in the Town of Mt. Pleasant portion of the Village and said Assessment Rolls having been duly confirmed; WHEREAS, the total transfers into the Library Fund from the General Fund is $641,433 5 NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the tax rate for the Village of Briarcliff Manor for the fiscal year commencing June 1, 2019 be and the same hereby is fixed at the rate of $5.53 on each $1,000 of assessed valuation for properties in the Village of Briarcliff Manor located in the Town of Ossining and $389.44 on each $1,000 of assessed valuation for properties in the Village of Briarcliff Manor located in the Town of Mt. Pleasant. FURTHER RESOLVED, that the sum of $11,304,989, the same being taxes for the fiscal year commencing June 1, 2019 be, and the same hereby is, levied upon the taxable property in the Village of Briarcliff Manor and that the Treasurer be and he hereby is authorized and directed to extend and carry out upon the roll the amount to be collected from each of the persons named thereon, and the respective amounts of said tax roll against each such parcel of taxable property set forth thereon be and the same hereby are levied upon each parcel of taxable property respectively which said levy includes items shown on the budget for the fiscal year commencing June 1, 2019 heretofore adopted. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees does hereby authorize and direct the Village Treasurer to place the delinquent water arrears on the tax roll for fiscal year 2019-2020. Board/Committee Appointments The Board thanked all residents that submitted letters of interest and stated they would continue to make appointments and if there were no vacancies resumes would be kept on file for the future. Upon motion by Mayor Vescio, seconded by Trustee DeRose, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Brian Crowley as the Alternate Member of the Planning Board. Upon motion by Mayor Vescio, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Mitchell Dennis as a Member of the Architectural Review Advisory Committee for a three year term to expire on April 1, 2022. Upon motion by Mayor Vescio, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Gilbert Balog as a Member of the Architectural Review Advisory Committee for a two year term to expire on April 1, 2021. Minutes Upon motion by Trustee DeRose, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of the April 16, 2019 Regular Meeting. Upon motion by Trustee DeRose, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of the April 23, 2019 Regular Meeting. 6 The Board adjourned the regular meeting at 8:44pm and entered into Executive Session as the Board of Police Commissioners. The Board of Commissioners reconvened at 9:02pm. Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee DeRose, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: Authorize Village Manager to Execute a Stipulated Settlement Agreement with a Police Officer WHEREAS, the Village of Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees, acting as Trustees and/or as the Board of Police Commissioners, does hereby authorize the Village Manager to execute a Stipulation Agreement with a Police Officer subject to non- material changes by Labor Counsel and the Village Manager. Adjournment The Board commended Officer Raffaele and Sergeant Salov for their heroic efforts in saving lives in very tense situations. Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee DeRose, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting of the Board of Police Commissioners at 9:03pm. Respectfully Submitted By, Christine Dennett Village Clerk 7