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Briarcliff Manor, NY · May 17, 2022

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Village Board of Trustees Regular Meeting May 17, 2022 7:30 p.m. A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor, New York was held at the William J. Vescio Community Center on the 17th of May, 2022 commencing at 7:30 p.m. Present Steven A. Vescio, Mayor Peter S. Chatzky, Deputy Mayor Kevin Hunt, Trustee Rhea Mallett, Trustee Edward E. Midgley, Trustee Also Present Christine Dennett, Village Clerk Josh Subin, Village Attorney David Turiano,Village Engineer Absent Josh Ringel, Village Manager Pledge of Allegiance Continued Public Hearing to Amend Chapter 164, Public Assemblies Deputy Mayor Chatzky gave a brief summary of the proposed changes. Upon motion by Trustee Midgley, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to close the public hearing. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: 1 BE IT RESOLVED that the proposed local law to amend Chapter 164, Public Assemblies is hereby adopted. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Public Hearing to Create a New Chapter 94, Building Numbering Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to open the public hearing. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky gave a brief summary of the proposed changes. Mrs. Rachel Leihbacher of 36 Maple Road stated she was a member of the BMFD and was totally in support of this legislation and further stated clearly numbered houses were so vital when an emergency occurs. Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Trustee Midgley, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing to June 7, 2022. Board of Trustees Announcements • The Briarcliff Manor Fire Department offered tips on home safety. • Daily parking is now an option at the Scarborough Train Station through the Pango app. • A call for volunteers for various Boards and Committees. Letters of interest should be submitted as soon as possible. Village Manager’s Report • Hydrant flushing continues. • Taxes are due by July 1st. • The Board wished Josh Ringel a speedy recovery. 2 Village Engineer’s Report • There are grant opportunities for various Alternative Energy Initiatives. • The dog park and trail permits are being worked on with the DEC. The Board requested the trail be acted on by the next meeting. • A water main will be replaced on Sleepy Hollow Road and Long Hill Road. Committee Reports Recreation Advisory Committee: • Registration for Camp is still open. • The tennis courts are open and permits are on sale. • Pool permits are available. Library Board: • Afternoon Tea will be in the on Tuesday, May 24th. • The Library offers many programs to all age groups. Visit their website for information. • There is a Mixed Media exhibit through May 30th. Beautification Committee: • The plantings are blooming and hanging baskets and planters are being worked on. Public Comments There were no public comments. Acceptance of Gift/Donation Policy Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee Mallett, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Board of Trustees hereby adopt the following Acceptance of Gift/Donation Policy for the Village of Briarcliff Manor subject to non-material changes: Purpose To establish a policy to facilitate the acceptance of beneficial gifts to the Village of Briarcliff Manor from individuals, groups, or organizations. Policy 3 The Village Manager is hereby authorized to accept any gift a) valued at $750 or less and not likely to create any additional financial expense to the Village; or b) as part of a fundraising program previously approved by a resolution of the Board of Trustees. All other donations of gifts to the Village shall be subject to the approval of a majority of members of the Board of Trustees. The Village Manager shall report any offer of a gift to the Board of Trustees in a timely manner, so that the donor can be publicly thanked, or privately acknowledged, by the Board of Trustees, as may be appropriate. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Authorize Village Manager to Execute Agreement - Community Housing Innovations – Administration of Affordable Income Housing Program Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Mallett, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Manager is hereby authorized and directed to execute an Agreement with Community Housing Innovations for the Administration of Affordable Income Housing Program. Budget Amendment – Unclaimed Bail Money Upon motion by Trustee Midgley, seconded by Trustee Mallett, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 is hereby amended as follows: Increase Revenue (A0101.2770) by $300.00 Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye 4 Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Board Appointments The agenda item was tabled to a future meeting. Staff was directed to send resumes of potential candidates to the Recreation Advisory Committee Chair for review. Hotel Occupancy Tax Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Mallett, the Board voted unanimously voted to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED the Village Manager is hereby authorized and directed to work with the our NYS Legislator and Elected Officials to request an act that amends the tax law authorizing the Village of Briarcliff Manor to impose Hotel Occupancy Tax. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Minutes Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee Midgley, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of April 19, 2022, April 25, 2022 and May 3, 2022. Adjournment The Board reminded residents the School election was today and the polls closed at 9pm. Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 8:22pm. Respectfully Submitted By, 5 Christine Dennett Village Clerk 6

Agenda

AGENDA TUESDAY MAY 17, 2022 BOARD OF TRUSTEES WILLIAM J. VESCIO COMMUNITY CENTER 1 LIBRARY ROAD REGULAR MEETING – 7:30 PM For those members of the public interested in viewing and/or participating in the meeting remotely, visit https://www.briarcliffmanor.gov/mayor-board- trustees/events/27666. Pledge of Allegiance 1. Continued Public Hearing to Amend Chapter 164, Public Assemblies 2. Public Hearing to Create a New Chapter 94, Building Numbering Board of Trustees Announcements Village Manager Village Engineer’s Report Committee Reports Public Comments 3. Acceptance of Gift/Donation Policy 4. Authorize Village Manager to Execute Agreement - Community Housing Innovations – Administration of Affordable Income Housing Program 5. Budget Amendment – Unclaimed Bail Money 6. Board Appointments 7. Minutes NEXT REGULAR BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING – TUESDAY, JUNE 7, 2022 VILLAGE OF BRIARCLIFF MANOR BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA MAY 17, 2022 1. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING – AMEND CHAPTER 164, PUBLIC ASSEMBLIES RESOLUTION PROVIDED IN THE EVENT THE BOARD WISHES TO ADOPT. BE IT RESOLVED that the proposed local law to amend Chapter 164, Public Assemblies is hereby adopted. Chapter 164. Public Assemblies, Celebrations, Parades for BOT Discussion Only 4-26-2022 Chapter 164. Public Assemblies, Celebrations, Parades § 164-1 Intent of regulations. The Village allows for temporary, short-term use of Village property, or closures of public streets and sidewalks, to promote celebrations, processionals, block parties, and other events that may contribute to the enjoyment of Village life. However, the Village recognizes the need for orderly administration when such activities, left uncontrolled, might have a deleterious effect on the health, safety, and general welfare of the community and the peaceful enjoyment of the village for its residents. § 164-2 Permit required. A. A permit ("Permit" or "permit") is required for any parade, processional, assembly, celebration, festival, farmer’s market, street fair, party, or similar activity or event held on public property, that may (1) include more than twenty (20) people or ten (10) vehicles; or (2) involve the exclusive use of a public street or sidewalk, village property, or parkland; or (3) impede pedestrian passage or otherwise interfere with the regular operations of a public sidewalk or pathway; or (4) require motorists to detour from a regularly open route, impede traffic, or otherwise limit access to a public roadway; or (5) occur outdoors, and include live or recorded music, or any other sound amplification equipment; or (6) potentially create a hazardous condition for other vehicles, pedestrians, passers-by, or other residents of the village; or (7) create a disturbance to the community by creating additional traffic, noise, trash, or visual disturbance for others. B. No permit shall be required for a procession of cars as part of a funeral. C. No permit shall be required for any exercise of Constitutionally-protected free speech or exercise of religion, but nothing herein shall prevent the Village, under lawful police power, from taking actions to keep the peace, minimize disturbance, and protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the community, the public, and all public and personal property. D. Any permit issued under this Chapter may be in addition to, and not in place of, any other permit required as per Chapter 124 Filming and Photography, Chapter 153 Parks and Recreation, or any other Chapter that may regulate or require permits or previous written authorization under this Village Code. E. Events held or sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department of the Village of Briarcliff Manor are exempt from the regulations of this chapter. Chapter 164. Public Assemblies, Celebrations, Parades for BOT Discussion Only 4-26-2022 § 164-3 Permit applications; conditions. A. All permit applications shall be submitted to the Village Clerk in person, by electronic mail, by overnight delivery service, or by United States mail, on a form provided by the Village which shall include: (1) The name, address, phone, and email address of the Village resident sponsoring such application. (2) A map showing the highlighted streets, sidewalks, park areas, or other public property to be impacted, and a written description of starting and end points as appropriate. (3) The date, time, duration of the desired event. (4) A description, in detail sufficient for the Village Clerk and Village Manager, of the purpose of the event, the projected attendance, any special conditions and planned mitigation thereof, including any conditions that may generate unusual trash, odor, light, or noise;; any cooking, grilling, or serving of food; any use of fire or open flame; any consumption of alcoholic beverages; any live music or amplified sound; or any other potential impacts to neighbors, passers-by, or the community. (5) Names and cell phone numbers for at least two adult residents who will be on-site at the event. (6) A signed hold-harmless and indemnification agreement together with a certificate of insurance naming the Village of Briarcliff Manor as an additional insured and relieving the Commented [PSC1]: I removed reference to insurance Village from any potential liability by virtue of the applicant's activities. here. (7) Full payment of a fee, as established by resolution of the Board of Trustees, published in the Master Fee schedule, as may be amended from time to time. B. All permit applications must be received by the Village Clerk no later than seven (7) calendar days before the scheduled event. C. The Village ClerkManager, while reviewing a permit application, may seek, or require, the advice of other Village Departments including but not limited to the Village Manager, Police Department, Fire Department, Ambulance Department, Public Works, Building Department. D. The Village may require the applicant, at the applicant’s sole cost, to notify and provide property owners most impacted by the proposed street or sidewalk closing, as determined solely by the Village, with advanced notice of such closing, and any permit granted may be subject to receipt of proof of such notifications in a format acceptable to the Village ClerkManager. E. The Village may attach additional reasonable conditions and safeguards to any permit to ensure the orderly conduct of the activity and the minimization of impacts of such use, including specifying the duration and hours of operation of such activity, to protect the health, safety, and welfare of Village residents and to safeguard public or personal property. F. The Village may further require as a condition of any permit that the applicant first meets with, or utilizes the services of, the Village of Briarcliff Manor Police Department, Fire Department and/or Ambulance Department at rates published in the Master Fee schedule, for each four-hour period or part thereof. The Applicant shall provide to such Village personnel proper restroom facilities and Chapter 164. Public Assemblies, Celebrations, Parades for BOT Discussion Only 4-26-2022 water. Proper meals and other such support for services shall be provided to any such Village personnel so present in excess of four consecutive hours. G. The Village resident sponsoring the event shall acknowledge they understand their obligations under Chapter 165 Protection of Public Property, ensure that public property remains litter-free and Commented [PSC2]: Acknowledgment of Chapter 165 undamaged, and agrees to reimburse the Village for any reasonable costs to restore to its original should be enforced by confirmation on a permit application. state, or if necessary to repair or to replace, any public property, consistent with Chapter 165 Protection of Public Property. H. Any applicant who purchases insurance to limit the potential financial liability as a result of damages caused during the event shall be advised to add the Village of Briarcliff Manor as a named insured to the policy. Commented [PSC3]: Simple compromise. If an applicant want to proceed without insurance, so be it! IH. The Village may require the applicant to post reasonable bond or cash security to assure adherence to any permit conditions. § 164-4 Fees. Each applicant shall pay a permit fee to the Village for any event regulated herein, or any other use of public property, as set forth in the Master Fee Schedule adopted by resolution of the Village Board of Trustees as such fee may be amended from time to time. § 164-5 Denial and Revocation of permit. A. In the event the applicant has not complied with the requirements or conditions of a permit as set forth herein, including the timely receipt of such permit application, the Village Clerk Manager may deny the permit request, or revoke a permit previously granted. B. The Village Clerk, Village Manager, the Building Inspector, the Chief of Police, the Chief of the Fire Department, or their lawful appointee designee, may revoke a permit and terminate any event in progress if: (1) The event granted under the permit violates any law or ordinance; (2) The size of attendance, number of vehicles, or disturbance therefrom, exceeds the parameters of the approved permit; (3) The event becomes disorderly, disruptive, or unruly, or otherwise threatens the public health, safety, or welfare of the Village of Briarcliff Manor, its residents, or public or personal property; (4) Any information provided on the application for a permit is false, or significant information regarding the nature of the event was omitted from the application for a permit. C. In the event that a permit in denied, or subsequently revoked under the regulations herein, the applicant may appeal this determination to the Village Board of Trustees. After review of said appeal, the Village Board of Trustees may affirm or reverse such action, or modify the conditions for approval, based upon a finding that the determination of denial or revocation was arbitrary, capricious or not supported by substantial evidence. Chapter 164. Public Assemblies, Celebrations, Parades for BOT Discussion Only 4-26-2022 § 164-6 Enforcement. This chapter shall be enforced by the Village Manager, the Building Inspector, or their respective designees, and any member of the Village of Briarcliff Manor Police Department. § 164-7 Penalties for offenses. A. Any person, persons, corporation, company, group or other entity of any kind who or which fails to obtain the permit required herein or otherwise violates any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of an offense that shall be punishable, in the sole discretion of the court, by a fine of not more than $1,000 per offense related to a sidewalk, and a fine of not more than $2,500 per offense for a street or other public property, and shall pay to the Village any permit fees that would have been required had an application for a permit been duly filed. B. The imposition of such fine shall not be the Village's exclusive remedy in the event of a violation of this chapter. The Village may pursue any and all other legal remedies available to it in connection with any violation of this chapter, including but not limited to those contained within Chapter 165 Protection of Public Property. § 164-8 Previous violations. Notwithstanding any of the foregoing, an applicant who has been previously convicted of or plead guilty to a violation of this chapter shall not be granted a permit hereunder for a period of 18 months from the date of such conviction. § 164-9 Severability. The invalidity of any word, section, clause, paragraph, sentence, part or provision of this local law shall not affect the validity of any part of this local law which can be given effect without such valid part or parts. § 164-10 Effective Date. This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing in the Office of the Secretary of State of New York in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law. VILLAGE OF BRIARCLIFF MANOR BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA MAY 17, 2022 2. PUBLIC HEARING – CREATE A NEW CHAPTER 94, BUILDING NUMBERING RESOLUTION PROVIDED IN THE EVENT THE BOARD WISHES TO ADOPT. BE IT RESOLVED that the proposed local law to create a new Chapter 94, Building Numbering is hereby adopted. Chapter 94 Building Numbering FOR BOT DISCUSSION ONLY 5-13-2022 LOCAL LAW NO. _____ ADOPTED CHAPTER 94 BUILDING NUMBERING BE IT ENACTED by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor, New York, as follows: Section 1. The Code of the Village of Briarcliff Manor is amended by adding a new chapter, designated as “Chapter 94 Building Numbering,” to read as follows: §94-1. Legislative intent. A Village-wide uniform numbering system of all buildings and the prominent easily read display of the individual property and street address numbers will assist emergency personnel in responding efficiently and quickly to an emergency. It is, therefore, in the best interest of the public health, safety and welfare of the Village of Briarcliff Manor to enact this chapter. §94-2. Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following term(s) shall have the meanings indicted: BUILDING The principal building or buildings on each lot and, unless otherwise determined by the Building Inspector, shall not include any accessory building on a single-family residential lot. For the purposes of this chapter, any separately partitioned unit of a multi-family residence, multi-tenant commercial building, or other multi-unit structure with separate entrances shall each be considered a Building. CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER The Briarcliff Manor Building Inspector, Assistant Building Inspector, their designees or Chiefs of the Briarcliff Manor Fire Department, or other authorized Village employees. IDENTIFYING NUMBER A unique number designating a particular building located on the street of the lawfully assigned property address. STREET Any street, road, parkway, or public right of way used by vehicular traffic. §94-3. Duty of building owners, occupants, and tenants. It shall be the duty of every owner, occupant, or tenant of any building in the Village of Briarcliff Manor to cause to be displayed and maintained an Identifying Number representing the street address of each building as per the contents of this chapter. Identifying Numbers shall be {01230620.docx.} Chapter 94 Building Numbering FOR BOT DISCUSSION ONLY 5-13-2022 constructed of durable material and shall be maintained in such condition as to be readily visible as required by Section 94-6 herein. §94-4. Determination of Building Inspector. On any lot containing more than one building, the Building Inspector, or his designee, shall be authorized to decide which buildings shall be uniquely numbered. §94-5. Size and display of numbers. A. Size. (1) On all lots containing single family homes in residential districts, the figures comprising the Identifying Number are to be reflective and at least four inches in height with a minimum width of 0.5 inches (12.7mm). (2) On all lots containing multi-family homes in residential districts, or any buildings in commercial districts, or any building on any lot operating under a Special Permit, the figures comprising the Identifying Number are to be reflective and at least six inches in height with a minimum width of 0.5 inches (12.7mm). (3) If the building upon which the number is to be displayed is not visible from the street, or is more than fifty (50) feet from the edge of the right-of-way (whether improved or not) of the street or road serving the building, the number shall be displayed on a mailbox, lamppost, sign, pole, driveway marker or other non-building structure, of at least four feet in height and not exceeding 10 feet in height in a prominent and conspicuous place readily visible from the road or street and in no event further back than five (5) feet from said road or street right-of-way. Where numbers are affixed or placed on a driveway markersaid non-building structures, such marker must be no more than five (5) feet from the driveway. B. Font. The displayed numbers shall be block Arabic numerals. C. Color. The color of said figures shall be in sharp contrast to the color of the background. §94-6. Visibility from Roadway. A. To the maximum extent practicable, identifying numbers shall be displayed in such a manner as to be plainly legible and visible from the center of the street of address when facing the building at all times between sunrise and sunset. B. To the maximum extent practicable, the numbers shall be placed so that they are seen from either direction while driving on the street or road. C. The numbers shall not be placed on any door of a building, garage, or any other door. {01230620.docx.} Chapter 94 Building Numbering FOR BOT DISCUSSION ONLY 5-13-2022 D. The numbers shall not be obstructed by trees, shrubbery, porches or other extensions of the building, shoveled or plowed snow, or any other obstruction. E. Lighting. Wherever practicable, the numbers shall be reflective and placed near a light or other source of downward illumination so that the numbers may be readily seen at night. §94-7. Signage required on shared driveways. On parcels where more than one building accesses the street from a single driveway or roadway, an Identifying Number or directional signage for each building must be displayed and maintained at each location where the driveway access diverges from the common access to the street. §94-8. Rear Identifying Numbers required All multi-family homes, multi-tenant commercial buildings, and any building on a lot operating under Special Permit, shall also display and maintain an Identifying Number upon, above, or to the side of each exterior door facing the rear of such property. §94-9. Display of other numbers prohibited. The display of any number other than the Identifying Number authorized or assigned by the Building Inspector is prohibited. §94-10. Private roads and new Village roads. A. New subdivisions. Prior to final approval by the Planning Board, in any subdivision which has one or more private roads or proposed new Village roads, the developer or owner shall propose a name of each such road. The name of all private roads and proposed new Village roads shall be approved by the Village Board prior to Planning Board approval or as a condition of final subdivision approval. The Planning Board and the owner shall notify the Superintendent of the Department of Public Works, the Building Inspector, Fire Department, Ambulance Department, and Briarcliff Manor Police Department, and Westchester County Department of Emergency Services of the new road name and location. B. Existing properties. Any existing private road or driveway which serves three or more buildings, separate parcels and/or building lots shall be considered a private road. Such private roads shall be named according to the policies approved by a resolution of the Board of Trustees. C. Signage. The approved name of a private road and of a proposed new Village road shall be posted by a street sign at each intersection of the road. All signs shall be similar in terms of construction and character to those signs installed by the Village of Briarcliff Manor for public roadways. The private road signs shall state the name of the private road, and shall include, under the name, the words “Private Road” in smaller letters. For private roads existing and not signed at the date of adoption of this chapter, the Superintendent of the Department of Public Works shall purchase and install the signs. In all new subdivisions the signs shall be installed prior to issuance of any building permits and construction of any structures, and the signs shall {01230620.docx.} Chapter 94 Building Numbering FOR BOT DISCUSSION ONLY 5-13-2022 be paid for and installed by the owner or developer. §94-11. Noncompliance; notice; remedy; costs. A. Noncompliance deemed a violation. The failure of any person, corporation, partnership or other entity owning a building within the Village of Briarcliff Manor to comply with the requirements of this chapter within 30 days after initial notice from a Code Enforcement Officer, shall be deemed a violation of this chapter. B. Non-maintenance deemed a violation. The failure of any person, corporation, partnership or other entity owning a building within the Village of Briarcliff Manor to maintain the numbers in accordance with the requirements of this chapter shall be deemed a violation of this chapter. C. Service of notice. A notice of violation may be given by personal service or by certified mailing to the last known address of the owner as shown on the most recent assessment roll on file in the Assessor’s office of the Village of Briarcliff Manor. D. Numbering of building and property by Village. In the event of the failure, neglect or refusal of any owner and/or occupant/tenant, after notice, to comply with the requirements of this chapter, the Building Inspector, or his designee, may cause said building and property to be numbered in accordance with the requirements of this chapter to the extent practicable. E. Report; assessment of costs. The Building Inspector shall report the cost of said numbering to the Village Board, and the Village Board shall order said cost to be levied and assessed as a lien against the property of the owner and collected in the same manner as other Village taxes. The remedy provided in these subsections D and E shall be in addition to, and not in lieu of, the penalties provided in section 94-12 hereunder. §94-12. Penalties for offenses. Any person, corporation, partnership or other entity violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a violation punishable by a fine not to exceed $250. Each calendar week or portion thereof that said violation continues shall be deemed a separate and distinct violation. §94-13. Enforcement official. This chapter shall be enforced a by any Code Enforcement Official, Officer as defined in Chapter 104 or as defined herein., or any other officer or employee designated by resolution of the Village Board of Trusteesduly authorized representee. §94-14. Conflict with NYS Law. If any provision of this chapter conflicts with the Property Maintenance Code of New York State, the more restrictive provision shall prevail. {01230620.docx.} Chapter 94 Building Numbering FOR BOT DISCUSSION ONLY 5-13-2022 Section 2. Severability. The invalidity of any word, section, clause, paragraph, sentence, part or provision of this local law shall not affect the validity of any part of this local law which can be given effect without such valid part or parts. Section 3. Effective Date. This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing in the Office of the Secretary of State of New York in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law. {01230620.docx.} VILLAGE OF BRIARCLIFF MANOR BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA MAY 17, 2022 3. ACCEPTANCE OF GIFT/DONATION POLICY BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Board of Trustees hereby adopt the following Acceptance of Gift/Donation Policy for the Village of Briarcliff Manor subject to non-material changes: Purpose To establish a policy to facilitate the acceptance of beneficial gifts to the Village of Briarcliff Manor from individuals, groups, or organizations. Policy The Village Manager is hereby authorized to accept any gift a) valued at $750 or less and not likely to create any additional financial expense to the Village; or b) as part of a fundraising program previously approved by a resolution of the Board of Trustees. All other donations of gifts to the Village shall be subject to the approval of a majority of members of the Board of Trustees. The Village Manager shall report any offer of a gift to the Board of Trustees in a timely manner, so that the donor can be publicly thanked, or privately acknowledged, by the Board of Trustees, as may be appropriate. VILLAGE OF BRIARCLIFF MANOR BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA MAY 17, 2022 4. AUTHORIZE VILLAGE MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH COMMUNITY HOUSING INNOVATIONS - AFFORDABLE INCOME HOUSING PROGRAM BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Manager is hereby authorized and directed to execute an Agreement with Community Housing Innovations for the Administration of Affordable Income Housing Program. Ron Abad Chief Executive Officer Agreement between Village of Briarcliff Manor and Community Housing Innovations Regarding the Administration of the Affordable Income Housing Program The Village Code of the Village of Briarcliff Manor (Village) includes an affordable income housing provision designed to promote the development of housing for certain households, including Village municipal employees and fire department employees. The Village Code imposes in connection with the sale of affordable-income dwellings, maximum sales prices, minimum and maximum occupancy requirements, financial eligibility standards, review procedures and restrictions on resale prices, and authorizes additional safeguards including deed restrictions. Two housing developments are currently subject to the affordable-income housing provision of the Code; one is completed and occupied; the other is under construction. To date, Village staff has qualified households and are monitoring long-term requirements, including re-sales. The Village wishes to retain a consultant to administer its Affordable Income Housing Program, Community Housing Innovations, Inc. (CHI), a not-for-profit organization, wishes to provide such services. Over 1500 households participate in CHI’s Home Ownership Counseling & Education Program each year. CHI is a HUD-Certified housing counseling agency. In addition, CHI has certified counselors that provide counseling and education to homebuyers to support them as they navigate the lengthy and at times challenging process of purchasing a home. Community Housing Innovations proposes to provide the following specific services: I. Secure Lender(s) Agreement to Provide Mortgage Financing for Deed Restricted Developments It is the desire of the Village to restrict the sale of these units to the requirements of the Affordable Income Housing Program. It does not wish to subordinate its deed restriction to that of a lender's mortgage. CHI will work with one or more lenders and the secondary market, such as Fannie Mae, to secure their agreement to make mortgage loans subject to the Village's deed restriction. CHI will also assist these households to qualify for and secure mortgage loans with reasonable terms and rates. CHI will work closely with the Village and developers in securing these approvals. II. Qualify Households CHI will qualify prospective purchasers and renters of the affordable-income units. This will include but will not be limited to determining their priority classification and reviewing income documentation such as W-2s, tax returns, paystubs and bank statements. In addition, CHI will administer the selection of the purchasers or renters whether it be a lottery, first come-first served or other method. Complete records will be maintained by CHI. 75 South Broadway, Suite 340, White Plains, NY 10601 - (914) 683-1010 - www.communityhousing.org Ron Abad Chief Executive Officer CHI will notify households that do not qualify in writing. The household will be given an opportunity to respond within a 30-day timeframe. Qualified households will also be given written notice. III. Monitoring CHI will monitor each affordable-income unit over time. Monitoring responsibilities will include but will not be limited to the following:  Preparing and mailing affidavits on an annual basis to occupants of the affordable income units to affirm that they continue to be residents of the units  Informing occupants of the affordable income units on an annual basis of the maximum sale prices or rental prices that they can secure  Managing the re-sale process, i.e., informing the occupant as to the re-sale procedures and qualifying subsequent purchasers or renters; and  Responding to questions that occupants of the Affordable-income units may have. CHI will provide annual reports to the Village and as requested. The report will set forth the occupants of the affordable-income units, their incomes, and any other information requested; it will include a status report on housing in development. CHI will work closely with the Village on all aspects of the Affordable Income Housing Program and others as requested by the Village. CHI will participate in meetings as requested. Budget CHI will provide the above services on the following basis: I. Secure Mortgage Financing for Deed Restricted Projects Services in arranging to have financing available for deed-restricted units in a project will be provided as needed on an hourly basis at rates in effect at the time of the service. The rate for May 1, 2022 to April 30, 2027 is $208/hour. Invoices will be submitted on a monthly basis. II. Qualifying Households Services will be billed on an hourly basis at rates in effect at the time of the service. The rate for May 1, 2022 to April 30, 2027 is $114/hour. The fee will be capped at $1,500 per unit. 75 South Broadway, Suite 340, White Plains, NY 10601 - (914) 683-1010 - www.communityhousing.org Ron Abad Chief Executive Officer III. Monitoring This service will be provided on an as needed basis at an average hourly rate of $110/hr. The hourly rates include salary and overhead, including but not limited to secretarial, telephone, postage, reproduction and other expenses. The agreement begins as May 1, 2022 and will continue until termination by either party with 30-day notice. _________________________________________ __________________________________________ Ron Abad Joshua Ringel CEO Village Manager Community Housing Innovations, Inc. Village of Briarcliff Manor Date: Date: 75 South Broadway, Suite 340, White Plains, NY 10601 - (914) 683-1010 - www.communityhousing.org VILLAGE OF BRIARCLIFF MANOR BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA MAY 17, 2022 5. BUDGET AMENDMENT – UNCLAIMED BAIL MONEY BE IT RESOLVED that the budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 is hereby amended as follows: Increase Revenue (A0101.2770) by $300.00 VILLAGE OF BRIARCLIFF MANOR BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA MAY 17, 2022 6. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS PLACEHOLDER BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor hereby make the following appointments: _______________ as a member of the Planning Board to fill the unexpired term of Edward Nolan to expire on April 1, 2023. _______________ as the Planning Board Alternate Member for a term to expire on April 1, 2023. _______________ as the Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate Member for a term to expire on April 1, 2023. _______________ as a member of the Architectural Review Advisory Committee for a term to expire on April 1, 2025. _______________ as a member of the Recreation Advisory Committee for a term to expire on April 1, 2025. Village Board of Trustees Regular Meeting April 19, 2022 7:30 p.m. A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor, New York was held at the William J. Vescio Community Center on the 19th of April, 2022 commencing at 7:30 p.m. Present Steven A. Vescio, Mayor Peter S. Chatzky, Deputy Mayor Kevin Hunt, Trustee Rhea Mallett, Trustee Edward E. Midgley, Trustee Also Present Josh Ringel, Village Manager Christine Dennett, Village Clerk Kathryn Nivins, Village Treasurer Josh Subin, Village Attorney David Turiano, Village Engineer Pledge of Allegiance Continued Public Hearing Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Tentative Budget Village Manager Ringel gave a brief overview of the tentative budget for FY 2022-2023 and stated the budget was below the tax cap. He thanked Village Treasurer Nivins for all her work on the budget. Upon motion by Trustee Midgley, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to close the public hearing. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Public Hearing - Property Tax Levy in Excess of the Limit Established in General Municipal Law §3-c 1 Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Midgley, the Board voted unanimously to open the public hearing. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye There were no public comments. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to close the public hearing. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye The Board took no action on the proposed local law. Board of Trustees Announcements • The mobile shredder will be at DPW on April 21st. • The Briarcliff Manor Fire Department offered tips on Candle Safety. They’re having an Open House on April 24th to encourage volunteering. • Residents are encouraged to volunteer and help clean up the Village all year round, not just at Stash the Trash. • A call for volunteers for various Boards and Committees. Letters of interest are due by April 28th. • There will be a press event on April 29th regarding Route 9A. Village Manager’s Report by Village Manager Ringel • Donna Pesce gave an update on the Library and loaned books to each Trustee and the Village Manager based on their interests. • Seasonal Employment opportunities are available. • There is a New Resident Section on the website. Village Engineer’s Report • The dog park and trail permits are being worked on with the DEC. 2 • Westchester County has monies available for stormwater management projects that require a 50% contribution. • Due diligence work is being done for 1050 Pleasantville Road. Committee Reports Library Board: • The Library offers many programs to all age groups. Visit their website for information. • The Human Library is scheduled for April 30th. Recreation Advisory Committee: • Dana Durso will be joining the Village Staff on April 25th. • Spring programs are online. • Registration for Camp has begun. • The numerous Village trails are detailed on the Hiking Project App. Beautification Committee: • The flowers blooming and looking great. • Hanging baskets will be installed soon. Public Comments There were no public comments. Consider the Adoption of Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JUNE 1, 2022 AND ENDING MAY 31, 2023 WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has met at the time and place specified in the notice of public hearing on the tentative budget and heard all persons desiring to be heard thereon; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, that the tentative budget as amended and revised and as hereinafter set forth is hereby adopted and that there be and is hereby appropriated for the objects and purposes specified, including the amounts set forth required for the payment of principal and interest on indebtedness, the following amounts: General Fund Budgetary Appropriation to be raised by Real Estate Tax Levy $13,018,381.91 3 Debt Library General Water Fund Service Fund Totals Fund (A) Fund (F) (V) (L) 22/23 Expense 20,340,806.02 5,831,548.73 5,129,131.78 678,528.00 31,980,014.53 21/23 Revenue 20,160,806.02 5,831,548.73 4,856,499.85 678,528.00 31,527,382.60 Net/Fund Balance Applied 180,000.00 --- 272,631.93 -- 452,631.93 Town of Ossining Town of Mt. Pleasant* Taxable Assessed Value $1,951,389,437 $2,592,975 Est. Tax Rate per $1,000 $6.0815 $443.9042 *Mt Pleasant Tax rate is calculated does not use full market assessment (FMV) 2021 Equalization is 1.37% - Mt Pleasant FMV is 189,268,248 Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Consider the 2022-2023 Tax Levy and Warrant Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, the budget for the fiscal year commencing June 1, 2022, has been duly adopted and filed with the Village Clerk; and WHEREAS, it has been thereby determined that the sum of $20,340,806.02 will be necessary to meet the obligations of the Village; and 4 WHEREAS, there has been duly credited as against said sum estimated revenues and appropriated fund balance aggregating $7,322,424.11 leaving $13,018,381.91 to be raised by the levying of taxes; and WHEREAS, it appears from the Assessment Roll of the year 2021 for taxes for the fiscal year June 1, 2022 that the total assessed valuation of real property in the Village is $2,140,657,685 with $1,951,389,437 in the Town of Ossining portion of the Village and $189,268,248 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 $655,000. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the tax rate for the Village of Briarcliff Manor for the fiscal year commencing June 1, 2022 be and the same hereby is fixed at the rate of $6.0815 on each $1,000 of assessed valuation for properties in the Village of Briarcliff Manor located in the Town of Ossining and $443.9042 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 $13,018,381.91 the same being taxes for the fiscal year commencing June 1, 2022 be, and the same hereby is, levied upon the taxable property in the Village of Briarcliff Manor and that the Treasurer be and she 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, 2022 theretofore 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 2022-2023. * Mt. Pleasant Assessment 100% valuation using 1.37% equalization rate Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Fire Service Awards Program 2021 5 The Board thanked the Fire Department and all volunteers for their service to the Village. Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: In the matter of approving the 2021 certified points WHEREAS, the Village is the sponsor of a Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) on behalf of the Briarcliff Manor Fire Department in accordance with Article 11-A of the New York State General Municipal Law (GML); and WHEREAS, as required by GML § 219-a(2)(c), the Briarcliff Manor Fire Department has submitted the attached list, certified under oath, of active members of the Fire Department, indicating those volunteers who earned at least fifty points during 2021 to qualify for service credit; and WHEREAS, the certification made by the Fire Department includes a statement that the points recorded on the attached list have been tabulated in accordance with the Point System adopted by the Village to be in effect during calendar year 2021, and to the best of the knowledge of the Fire Department, is a true and accurate reflection of the activities performed by the active members; and WHEREAS, GML § 219-a(2)(d) requires the Board of Trustees (Board) to review and approve the attached list, then return it to the Fire Department to be posted for thirty days; and WHEREAS, the Board has completed its review of the attached list; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees approves the attached list of volunteer firefighters of the Briarcliff Manor Fire Department and the points earned by these firefighters during calendar year 2021; and be it further RESOLVED, that a copy of this adopted resolution and the attached list shall be returned to the Fire Department for posting for a minimum of thirty days. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye 6 Mayor Vescio Aye Tax Certiorari – Copley Court Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Midgley, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, Copley Court Condominium (1-67 Copley Court) instituted tax certiorari proceedings pursuant to Article 7 of the Real Property Tax Law of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, the tax certiorari filings were for Town of Ossining assessment years 2016 through 2021; and WHEREAS, the tax certiorari filings relate to Village of Briarcliff Manor fiscal years 2017-2018 through 2021-2022; and assessment year 2021 is not yet active for VBM bills WHEREAS, a Consent Order of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Westchester, was entered on 3/4/22; WHEREAS, the Consent Order was received after the finalization of the approval of the Village budget for Fiscal Years 2017/2018 through 2021/2022 WHEREAS, the Consent Order reduced the tax assessment for the subject properties for the Fiscal Years 2017/2018 through 2021/2022 NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees does hereby authorize the refund of the tax bills for Fiscal Years 2017/2018 through 2021/2022 in the aggregate amount of $25,797.61 as set forth on the annexed schedule based upon the reduced assessment values in the Consent Order and schedules annexed thereto. FY 17-18 $6,014.47 FY 18-19 $5,976.29 FY 19-20 $5,505.87 FY 20-21 $3,913.74 FY 21-22 $4,387.24 Total Refund $25,797.61 Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye 7 Mayor Vescio Aye Resolution of Support for Village of Briarcliff Manor Drinking Water Asbestos Cement Pipe Replacement Project Grant Application Trustee Mallett suggested residents send letters of support as well. Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee Mallett, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS the Village of Briarcliff Manor is requesting Community Project Funding for construction and construction management of the Drinking Water Asbestos Cement Pipe Replacement project; and WHEREAS the Village strongly supports this project; and WHEREAS project design has been completed with local funds and approved by the Westchester County Department of Health; and WHEREAS preliminary cost estimates total $950,000; and WHEREAS Environmental Protection Agency State and Tribal Assistance Grants require a minimum local match of 20% of project cost. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor hereby approves the project and, upon approval of the request for Community Project Funding, commits to provide $190,000 in local funds for the required match. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Schedule a Public Hearing to Amend Chapter 164, Public Assemblies Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: 8 BE IT RESOLVED that a Public Hearing is hereby scheduled for the May 3, 2022 Board of Trustees meeting at 7:30pm at the William J. Vescio Community Center located at 1 Library Road, Briarcliff Manor, New York to hear and discuss a proposed local law to amend Chapter 164, Public Assemblies. Award of Bid – Television Production Equipment Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Midgley, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS the Village received 1 (one) bids for Television Production Equipment Project (VM-2122-1); and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the bid for Television Production Equipment Project (VM-2122-1) is hereby awarded to Com Tech, Inc. per their bid price of $22,325 and charged to H1230-201-15PEG. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Village Manager is hereby authorized and directed to execute a contract with Com Tech, Inc. for said project. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Fire Department Membership - Morkar The Board thanked Mr. Morkar for volunteering. Upon motion by Trustee Midgley, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor hereby approve the membership of David Morkar to the Briarcliff Manor Fire Company. Minutes Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted to approve the minutes of April 5, 2022 as amended. 9 Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Adjournment Village Manager Ringel stated he would be on vacation the week of May 3rd and David Turiano would be the Acting Village Manager. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 8:27pm. Respectfully Submitted By, Christine Dennett Village Clerk 10 Village Board of Trustees Special Meeting April 25, 2022 4:00 p.m. A Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor, New York was held via Zoom on the 25th of April, 2022 commencing at 4:00 p.m. Present Steven A. Vescio, Mayor Peter S. Chatzky, Deputy Mayor Kevin Hunt, Trustee Rhea Mallett, Trustee Also Present Josh Ringel, Village Manager Josh Subin, Village Attorney Kathryn Nivins, Village Treasurer Absent Edward E. Midgley, Trustee 2022-2023 Tax Levy and Warrant Village Manager Ringel stated there was a ministerial change and Village Counsel requested the resolution be readopted to reflect the change. He stated there was no impact to the budget or the tax cap compliance. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, the budget for the fiscal year commencing June 1, 2022, has been duly adopted and filed with the Village Clerk; and WHEREAS, it has been thereby determined that the sum of $20,340,806.02 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 $7,322,424.11 leaving $13,018,382 to be raised by the levying of taxes; and WHEREAS, it appears from the Assessment Roll of the year 2021 for taxes for the fiscal year June 1, 2022 that the total assessed valuation of real property in the Village is $2,149,326,460 with $1,951,389,437 in the Town of Ossining portion of the Village and $197,937,023 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 $655,000. 1 WHEREAS, there was an administrative error on the April 19, 2022 resolution and the assessment valuations and tax rates should be re-adopted. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the tax rate for the Village of Briarcliff Manor for the fiscal year commencing June 1, 2022 be and the same hereby is fixed at the rate of $6.0569 on each $1,000 of assessed valuation for properties in the Village of Briarcliff Manor located in the Town of Ossining and $462.3633 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 $13,018,382 the same being taxes for the fiscal year commencing June 1, 2022 be, and the same hereby is, levied upon the taxable property in the Village of Briarcliff Manor and that the Treasurer be and she 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, 2022 theretofore 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 2022-2023. * Mt. Pleasant Assessment 100% valuation using 1.31% equalization rate Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Absent Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Adjournment Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee Mallett, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 4:06pm. Respectfully Submitted By, Christine Dennett Village Clerk 2 Village Board of Trustees Regular Meeting May 3, 2022 7:30 p.m. A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor, New York was held at the William J. Vescio Community Center on the 3rd of May, 2022 commencing at 7:30 p.m. Present Steven A. Vescio, Mayor Peter S. Chatzky, Deputy Mayor Kevin Hunt, Trustee Rhea Mallett, Trustee Edward E. Midgley, Trustee Also Present Christine Dennett, Village Clerk Josh Subin, Village Attorney David Turiano, Acting Village Manager/Village Engineer Absent Josh Ringel, Village Manager Pledge of Allegiance Remembrance of Chairman Edward Nolan and Village Employee Nestor Lassic The Village lost two fixtures in the Village over the last week both of which gave their time and dedication to the betterment of the Village. Edward Nolan, Chairman of the Planning Board, since 2008, longtime resident of the Village passed away suddenly. He’ll be missed greatly. Nestor Lassic, 31 plus year employee of the Village, passed away while at work. He was part of the DPW crew who work so hard for the Village and often go unnoticed. The Board remembered and recognized them for their service to the community and held a moment of silence in their honor. Public Hearing to Amend Chapter 164, Public Assemblies 1 Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to open the public hearing. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky gave a brief summary of the proposed changes. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing to May 17, 2022. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Board of Trustees Announcements • The Briarcliff Manor Fire Department offered tips on Grilling Safety. • A call for volunteers for various Boards and Committees. Letters of interest are due by noon on May 13th. • The press event on April 29th regarding Route 9A was a big success. Thanks to the BOT, staff, first responders and residents for their support. The Board gave a special thank you to Mayor Vescio for all his hard work in getting this initiative to move forward. • May 7th there will be a cleanup event at Pocantico Lake. Acting Village Manager/Village Engineer’s Report • Due diligence work is completed for 1050 Pleasantville Road. • Grant monies are being sought for electric car charging stations. • The dog park and trail permits are being worked on with the DEC. • Village Engineer Turiano gave his annual Stormwater Management Report detailing the six minimum control measures. Committee Reports Library Board: 2 • A screening of Wasted: The Story of Food Waste on April 29th was well attended. Thanks to Trustee Mallett for participating at the event. • The Library offers many programs to all age groups. Visit their website for information. • The Human Library was held April 30th and the Briarcliff Library was the first Library to participate in Westchester County. Recreation Advisory Committee: • Dana Durso will be joining the Village Staff on April 25th. • Spring programs are online. • Registration for Camp has begun. • The numerous Village trails are detailed on the Hiking Project App. Beautification Committee: • No report. Public Comments There were no public comments. Consider the Referral of Yeshivath Viznitz Special Use Permit Application to Planning Board Acting Village Manager Turiano stated the Board deemed the application complete. LEAD AGENCY DETERMINATION Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Village of Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees issues this Notice of Intent for the purpose of determining lead agency pursuant to the requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and Part 617 (6NYRR Part 617), the Statewide implementing regulations pertaining to SEQRA. If no written objections are received the Village of Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees will assume lead agency 30 days after the date of this notice. This notice has been prepared pursuant to Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law. Project Title: Yeshivath Viznitz Project Location: 235 Elm Road, Village of Briarcliff Manor, Westchester County, New York 3 SEQRA Type: Unlisted Action Project Description: Yeshivath Viznitz Dkhal Torath Chaim (the “Applicant”) is seeking a special permit from the Village of Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees pursuant to Village Code Chapter 220-6.J(1) places of worship, including parish houses and religious school buildings to facilitate the reuse of and renovations to existing structures located at 235 Elm Road (SBL: 98.19-2-11), Briarcliff Manor. The Applicant is proposing to renovate certain existing buildings (i.e. Dining Hall Building, Tead House, Valley Dorm, and the Dow Hall Southern Wing) for use as a private religious education institution for approximately 250 male students between the ages of 17 and 20. The Applicant anticipates that this occupancy will grow by approximately 3% per year for the first 10 years of operation. This growth rate results in the expected occupancy of up to 350 students and the use of the New Dorm building by the end of the first 10 ten years of operation. In addition, certain site improvements are proposed (i.e. repairing and re-striping existing parking lots, removing and installing new signage, identifying ADA parking and installing gates to control site access). The Applicant will also require Site Plan Approval from the Planning Board. Contact Person: Christine Dennett, Village Clerk Briarcliff Manor, NY 1111 Pleasantville Road Briarcliff Manor, New York 10510 Phone: 914-941-4800 cdennett@briarcliffmanor.gov Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye PLANNING BOARD REFERRAL Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously approve the following resolution: 4 BE IT RESOLVED that the request for a Special Use Permit by Yeshivath Viznitz located at 235 Elm Road is hereby directed to the Planning Board for review and recommendation. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Special Counsel Barshov is directed to prepare a memorandum to the Planning Board from the Board of Trustees summarizing the thoughts of the Board of Trustees. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that a Public Hearing to hear and consider a request for a Special Use Permit by Yeshivath Viznitz for the adaptive reuse of a property located at 235 Elm Road for a Place of Worship/Religious School is hereby scheduled for Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 7:30pm or soon thereafter at the William J. Vescio Community Center located at 1 Library Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Amend Master Fee Schedule – Ready to Serve Water Meter Fee Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees does hereby amend the Master Fee Schedule for the Village of Briarcliff Manor as follows effective immediately: Water Fund 5 Final Read) Current Fee Proposed Fee Fee Increase $50.00 $100.00 $50 Service Call & Curb Service (After Hours) Current Fee Proposed Fee Fee Increase Service Call $200 $300 $100 Curb Service $200 $300 $100 Each Additional HR NEW $100 NEW Ready to Serve Charge Inside Village - NEW Current Proposed Fee Fee 5/8” meter NEW $9.00 3/4” meter NEW $13.50 1 “ meter NEW $18.00 1 ½”meter NEW $45.00 2” meter NEW $58.50 3” meter NEW $108.00 4” meter NEW $180.00 6” meter NEW $360.00 Ready to Serve Charge Outside Village - NEW Current Proposed Fee Fee 5/8” meter NEW $13.50 3/4” meter NEW $20.25 1 “ meter NEW $27.00 1 ½”meter NEW $67.50 6 2” meter NEW $87.75 3” meter NEW $162.00 4” meter NEW $270.00 6” meter NEW $540.00 Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Acceptance of Gift/Donation Policy The agenda item was tabled to the next meeting. Authorize Village Manager to Execute Agreements Community Housing Innovations – Administration of Affordable Income Housing Program The agenda item was tabled to the next meeting. Memorandum of Agreement – CSEA Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Manager is hereby authorized and directed to execute a Memorandum of Agreement with the CSEA in substantially the same form as attached hereto. Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye TraCS Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously approve the following resolution: 7 BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Manager is hereby authorized and directed to execute on behalf of the Village a TraCS Use and Dissemination Agreement with the Westchester County Department of Public Safety and the New York State Police for a period of five (5) years upon the execution of the agreement. Acceptance of Donation – Friends of the Library Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby accepts a donation in the amount of $2,947.51 from the Friends of Briarcliff Manor Public Library. Amend the 21/22 Budget as proposed below: Increase Library Fund Revenue – Special Rev, Gifts, Donations (L0108.2705) by $2,947.51 Increase Library Fund Expense – Special Matching Expenses (L7410.206) by $2,947.51 Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Acceptance of Grant – NYSERDA Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby accepts a grant from NYSERA’s Clean Energy Communities program in the amount of $5,000.00 Amend the 21/22 Budget as proposed below: Increase Capital Fund Revenue – Gen. Gov't Capital Grants (H0101.3097) by $5,000 Increase Capital Fund Expense – Library Lighting Upgrade Project (H7410.201.22860) by $5,000 8 Roll Call: Trustee Mallett Aye Trustee Midgley Aye Trustee Hunt Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Board Appointments Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Mallett, the Board confirmed Mayor Vescio’s appointment and approved the following resolution: Malcolm Netburn as the Planning Board Chairperson for a term to expire on April 1, 2023. Schedule a Public Hearing to Create a New Chapter 94, Building Numbering Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that a public hearing to hear and consider the creation of a new Chapter 94, Building Numbering is hereby scheduled for Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at 7:30pm at the William J. Vescio Community Center. Adjournment The Board thanked David Turiano for stepping in while the Village Manager was on vacation. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 8:41pm. Respectfully Submitted By, Christine Dennett Village Clerk 9

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