Village Board of Trustees

Minutes - Board Meeting – 05/14/2025 Minutes of the meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Mineola held Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at Village Hall, 155 Washington Avenue, Mineola, New York 11501. PRESENT: Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky ALSO PRESENT: Village Attorney John P. Gibbons, Jr. Village Clerk Bryan L. Rivera Deputy Village Clerk Linda Pardo Superintendent of Public Works Leonard M. Palumbo Superintendent of Buildings Liam P. O’Keefe Press Observers: None Sunshine Observers: None Mayor Paul A. Pereira called the Public Hearing to order at 6:35 PM. A Public Hearing was held at 6:35 PM at the Village Hall, 155 Washington Avenue, Mineola, New York, 11501 in order to receive public comment upon the following: PROPOSED LOCAL LAW REPEALING CHAPTER 470 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MINEOLA, ENTITLED “TAXATION” ARTICLE VI, ENTITLED “EXEMPTION FOR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS AND AMBULANCE WORKERS” AND ADOPTING IN ITS PLACE A NEW ARTICLE VI TO BE ENTITLED “EXEMPTION FOR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS AND AMBULANCE WORKERS” PURSUANT TO SECTION 466-A OF THE REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW. No speakers from the public addressed the Board. Resolution No. 146-25 Resolved to adopt the proposed Local Law repealing Chapter 470 of the Municipal Code of the Incorporated Village of Mineola, entitled “Taxation” Article VI, entitled “Exemption for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers” and adopting in its place a new Article VI to be entitled “Exemption for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers” pursuant to Section 466- A of the real property tax law. Motioned by Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Seconded by Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Village Clerk Bryan L. Rivera polled the Board: Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky Mayor Paul A. Pereira called the Public Hearing to order at 6:38 PM. A Public Hearing was held at 6:38 PM at the Village Hall, 155 Washington Avenue, Mineola, New York, 11501 in order to receive public comment upon the following: PROPOSED LOCAL LAW AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MINEOLA, CHAPTER 550 ENTITLED “ZONING”, TO CREATE CHAPTER 550, ATTACHMENT 3, SCHEDULE OF REGULATIONS, ENTITLTED “GROSS FLOOR AREA”. No speakers from the public addressed the Board. Resolution No. 147-25 Resolved to adopt the proposed Local Law amending the Municipal Code of the Incorporated Village of Mineola, Chapter 550 entitled “Zoning”, to create Chapter 550, Attachment 3, Schedule of Regulations, entitled “Gross Floor Area”. Motioned by Trustee Paul S. Cusato Seconded by Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Village Clerk Bryan L. Rivera polled the Board: Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky Mayor Paul A. Pereira requested a motion to close the Public Hearing at 6:50 PM. Motioned by Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Seconded by Trustee Donna M. Solosky Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky PRESENT: Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky ALSO PRESENT: Village Attorney John P. Gibbons, Jr. Village Clerk Bryan L. Rivera Deputy Village Clerk Linda Pardo Superintendent of Buildings Liam P. O’Keefe Deputy Superintendent of Public Works Frank Giordano Press Observer: None Sunshine Observers: None Mayor Paul A. Pereira called the Work Session to order at 6:50 PM. Resolution No. 148-25 Resolved to approve bills and payroll. Motioned by Trustee Paul S. Cusato Seconded by Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky Resolution No. 149-25 Resolved to approve a request by J & S Catering to issue a permit to operate a catering truck in the Village of Mineola along specified routes Monday – Friday. Motioned by Trustee Donna M. Solosky Seconded by Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky  Resolution No. 150-25 Resolved to authorize the removal of a “Handicap Reserved” parking sign and space in front of 218 Lincoln Avenue. Motioned by Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Seconded by Trustee Donna M. Solosky Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky Resolution No. 151-25 Resolved to authorize a $1.00/hour increase for Highway Division employee Dylan Savarese for passing the National Certified Pool/Spa Operator Certification. Certified Operators are required for maintaining the pool. Motioned by Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Seconded by Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky Resolution No. 152-25 BOARD OF TRUSTEES INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MINEOLA -------------------------------------------------------------------X In the Matter of the Application of MICHAEL STAMBOLIS DECISION For a Special Use Permit pursuant to Chapter 550, Section 550-15.2 of the Code of the Incorporated Village of Mineola, to convert the existing ground floor retail space into two (2) residential unit apartments with one (1) retail space and second floor addition with three (3) residential units upon the property located at 176 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola, New York, known and designated on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map as Section 9, Block 322, Lot 129. -------------------------------------------------------------------X NAME OF APPLICANT: Michael Stambolis SUBJECT PROPERTY: Section 9, Block 322, Lot 129 STREET LOCATION: 176 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola, New York ZONING DISTRICT: “B-1" District (Special Business) Jericho Turnpike Overlay District RELIEF REQUESTED: Application For a Special Use Permit pursuant to Chapter 550, Section 550-15.2 PUBLICATION & POSTING: All in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations. DATE OF HEARING: April 16, 2025 APPEARANCE: Michael Stambolis Michael Stambolis (hereinafter, “Applicant”), appeared before this Board pursuant to Chapter 550, Section 550-15.2 of the Municipal Code of the Incorporated Village of Mineola (the “Jericho Turnpike Overlay District law”) for a special use permit to convert the existing ground floor retail space into two (2) residential apartment units with one (1) retail space and a second floor addition with three (3) residential apartment units upon the property located at 176 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola, New York (known and designated on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map as Section 9, Block 322, Lot 129) (hereinafter, the “Property”). Applicant was entitled to apply for relief before the Zoning Board of Appeals for variances. In the alternative, Applicant was able to seek the same relief from the Board of Trustees pursuant to Chapter 50, Section 550-13.2 under the Village’s Jericho Turnpike Overlay District law. The Board of Trustees, in its sole discretion, granted permission to the Applicant to proceed under the Village’s Jericho Turnpike Overlay District law. Applicant made an application to the Board of Trustees for the required relief pursuant to the Village’s Jericho Turnpike Overlay District law and presented its application on April 16, 2025. The Board of Trustees declared itself lead agency pursuant to SEQRA and determined that the Application was a Type II Action. This Board also assumed jurisdiction over site plan and architectural review. The Nassau County Planning Commission has recommended that this Board take whatever action it deems appropriate. In consideration of the Board’s approval of this project, the Applicant has offered the following public amenities:  1. Aesthetic amenities which include maintaining the aesthetic storefront appearance on the ground floor residential apartment units. This will allow the development to blend with the neighboring properties in the Jericho Turnpike Overlay District; and 2. A contribution to the Village’s Parking Trust Fund in the amount of $26,000.00. FINDINGS The Project as it is proposed was contemplated by the Village’s Master Plan and Jericho Turnpike Overlay District law. It will contribute to the vibrancy and the economic stability of the Village’s newly adopted Jericho Turnpike Overlay District. Implementation of the proposed action will not create a material conflict with the community’s current plans or goals. In fact, the overall theme of the Village of Mineola’s Comprehensive Master Plan is to build upon Mineola’s strong sense of community among its residents and envisions the Village as an even more desirable, safe and attractive place to live and work. The recommendations in the Comprehensive Master Plan seek to realize the Village’s full potential, and the proposed residential rental building has been designed to help to achieve these goals. The proposed project incorporates a use that will contribute to and strengthen the Village in this Overlay District. DECISION Based upon the above findings, it is hereby determined that the granting of the application requesting a special use permit pursuant to Section 550-13.2 of the Village Code for development incentive bonuses according to which the Applicant offers certain community benefits and amenities and payment in lieu thereof in exchange for the Board of Trustees granting relief from certain zoning code regulations shall advance the Village’s specific physical, cultural and social policies in accordance with the Village’s Comprehensive Master Plan and in coordination with community planning mechanisms and land use techniques. Further, it is hereby determined that the project will provide a desirable facility to the area, will promote the revitalization of the Village’s newly adopted Jericho Turnpike Overlay District and will not be incongruous to the neighborhood by reason of excessive traffic.  IT IS THEREFORE RESOLVED, as follows: 1) The Application for a special use permit to convert the existing ground floor retail space into two (2) residential apartment units upon the Property is GRANTED. 2) The offer by the Applicant, by means of mitigation, to contribute $26,000.00 to the Village’s Parking Trust Fund is GRANTED. 3) Architectural approval for the Project is hereby GRANTED. ALL OF THESE ENUMERATED GRANTS AND APPROVALS ARE CONDITIONED UPON THE FOLLOWING: 1) Applicant, by permits obtained through the Village of Mineola, shall direct tenants to the six (6) municipal parking lots within a two-block radius which are not utilized at night. 2) Applicant shall repair any damage to any Village roads caused by Applicant during the course of construction in accordance with Village requirements. 3) Any dumpster/refuse area shall be properly enclosed and screened so not to be visible from the street. Applicant shall provide sufficient, lockable, concealed, and covered storage space for the necessary number of refuse collection dumpsters to service the Applicant’s building. 4) Applicant shall comply with the Village’s Stormwater Management Plan and in the event that its construction activities shall cause the redirection of underground water flow such that it impacts any adjoining property, Applicant shall be responsible for remedying such condition. 5) With regard to letters of Water Availability and/or Sanitary Sewer Availability, in the event it is determined that the Village’s existing water supply capacity, water distribution system capacity and/or sanitary sewer collection system capacity is insufficient to service the Applicant’s demands for required domestic water supply, fire service water supply and sanitary sewer demands, the Applicant agrees to make the necessary infrastructure improvements, at their cost, as required by the Village Department of Public Works and the Village’s Engineers. 6) When constructing domestic water, fire service connections and sanitary sewer connections, the Applicant shall comply with all requirements of the County of Nassau Department of Health, the Village’s Department of Public Works Water and Sewer Division or as directed by the Superintendent of Public Works. 7) Prior to the issuance of any Building Permit from the Incorporated Village of Mineola, Applicant shall contribute $26,000.00 to the Village’s Parking Trust Fund. 8) Applicant shall acknowledge that the conditions set forth in this Decision are reasonable, fair and equitable. In the event that any legal action or proceeding shall be instituted by the Village in order to enforce any condition herein, the Village shall be entitled to an award of attorney’s fees in the event that it shall prevail in any such action or proceeding. All terms, conditions and obligations contained in this Decision shall be binding upon the Applicant, its heirs, successors and assigns. 9) The representations made by Applicant on the record in this proceeding have been deemed material to this Application and have been relied upon by the Board of Trustees in its deliberations and decisions. Said representations are deemed to be part of the conditions of this special use permit. 10) Violation of a condition set forth in this Decision shall be deemed a violation of the Mineola Municipal Code and shall subject the owner or occupant of the Property to all penalties set forth in the Mineola Municipal Code. All of the terms, conditions and obligations contained in this Decision shall be binding upon the Applicant, its heirs, successors and assigns. This constitutes the Decision of the Board of Trustees. Applicant shall, within ten (10) days of the date of filing of this Decision, consent in writing to the conditions contained herein. Failure to so consent shall render this Decision null and void. Dated: Mineola, New York May 14, 2025 Motioned by Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Seconded by Trustee Donna M. Solosky Village Clerk Bryan L. Rivera polled the Board: Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky  Resolution No. 153-25 BOARD OF TRUSTEES INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MINEOLA -------------------------------------------------------------------X In the Matter of the Application of MICHAEL STAMBOLIS DECISION For a Special Use Permit pursuant to Chapter 550, Section 550-15.2 of the Code of the Incorporated Village of Mineola, to convert the existing ground floor retail space into two (2) residential unit apartments upon the property located at 143 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola, New York, known and designated on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map as Section 9, Block 405, Lot 101. -------------------------------------------------------------------X NAME OF APPLICANT: Michael Stambolis SUBJECT PROPERTY: Section 9, Block 404, Lot 101 STREET LOCATION: 143 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola, New York ZONING DISTRICT: “B-1" District (Special Business) Jericho Turnpike Overlay District RELIEF REQUESTED: Application For a Special Use Permit pursuant to Chapter 550, Section 550-15.2 PUBLICATION & POSTING: All in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations. DATE OF HEARING: April 16, 2025 APPEARANCE: Michael Stambolis Michael Stambolis (hereinafter, “Applicant”), appeared before this Board pursuant to Chapter 550, Section 550-15.2 of the Municipal Code of the Incorporated Village of Mineola (the “Jericho Turnpike Overlay District law”) for a special use permit to convert the existing ground floor retail space into two (2) residential apartment units upon the property located at 143 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola, New York (known and designated on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map as Section 9, Block 404, Lot 101) also known as 273 Willis Avenue, Mineola (hereinafter, the “Property”). Applicant was entitled to apply for relief before the Zoning Board of Appeals for variances. In the alternative, Applicant was able to seek the same relief from the Board of Trustees pursuant to Chapter 50, Section 550-13.2 under the Village’s Jericho Turnpike Overlay District law. The Board of Trustees, in its sole discretion, granted permission to the Applicant to proceed under the Village’s Jericho Turnpike Overlay District law. Applicant made an application to the Board of Trustees for the required relief pursuant to the Village’s Jericho Turnpike Overlay District law and presented its application on April 16, 2025. The Board of Trustees declared itself lead agency pursuant to SEQRA and determined that the Application was a Type II Action. This Board also assumed jurisdiction over site plan and architectural review. The Nassau County Planning Commission has recommended that this Board take whatever action it deems appropriate. In consideration of the Board’s approval of this project, the Applicant has offered the following public amenities: 1. Aesthetic amenities which include maintaining the aesthetic storefront appearance on the ground floor residential apartment units. This will allow the development to blend with the neighboring properties in the Jericho Turnpike Overlay District; and 2. A contribution to the Village’s Parking Trust Fund in the amount of $8,000.00. FINDINGS The Project as it is proposed was contemplated by the Village’s Master Plan and Jericho Turnpike Overlay District law. It will contribute to the vibrancy and the economic stability of the Village’s newly adopted Jericho Turnpike Overlay District. Implementation of the proposed action will not create a material conflict with the community’s current plans or goals. In fact, the overall theme of the Village of Mineola’s Comprehensive Master Plan is to build upon Mineola’s strong sense of community among its residents and envisions the Village as an even more desirable, safe and attractive place to live and work. The recommendations in the Comprehensive Master Plan seek to realize the Village’s full potential, and the proposed residential rental building has been designed to help to achieve these goals. The proposed project incorporates a use that will contribute to and strengthen the Village in this Overlay District. DECISION Based upon the above findings, it is hereby determined that the granting of the application requesting a special use permit pursuant to Section 550-13.2 of the Village Code for development incentive bonuses according to which the Applicant offers certain community benefits and amenities and payment in lieu thereof in exchange for the Board of Trustees granting relief from certain zoning code regulations shall advance the Village’s specific physical, cultural and social policies in accordance with the Village’s Comprehensive Master Plan and in coordination with community planning mechanisms and land use techniques. Further, it is hereby determined that the project will provide a desirable facility to the area, will promote the revitalization of the Village’s newly adopted Jericho Turnpike Overlay District and will not be incongruous to the neighborhood by reason of excessive traffic. IT IS THEREFORE RESOLVED, as follows: 1) The Application for a special use permit to convert the existing ground floor retail space into two (2) residential apartment units upon the Property is GRANTED. 2) The offer by the Applicant, by means of mitigation, to contribute $8,000.00 to the Village’s Parking Trust Fund is GRANTED. 3) Architectural approval for the Project is hereby GRANTED. ALL OF THESE ENUMERATED GRANTS AND APPROVALS ARE CONDITIONED UPON THE FOLLOWING: 1) Applicant, by permits obtained through the Village of Mineola, shall direct tenants to the six (6) municipal parking lots within a two-block radius which are not utilized at night. 2) Applicant shall repair any damage to any Village roads caused by Applicant during the course of construction in accordance with Village requirements. 3) Any dumpster/refuse area shall be properly enclosed and screened so not to be visible from the street. Applicant shall provide sufficient, lockable, concealed, and covered storage space for the necessary number of refuse collection dumpsters to service the Applicant’s building. 4) Applicant shall comply with the Village’s Stormwater Management Plan and in the event that its construction activities shall cause the redirection of underground water flow such that it impacts any adjoining property, Applicant shall be responsible for remedying such condition. 5) With regard to letters of Water Availability and/or Sanitary Sewer Availability, in the event it is determined that the Village’s existing water supply capacity, water distribution system capacity and/or sanitary sewer collection system capacity is insufficient to service  the Applicant’s demands for required domestic water supply, fire service water supply and sanitary sewer demands, the Applicant agrees to make the necessary infrastructure improvements, at their cost, as required by the Village Department of Public Works and the Village’s Engineers. 6) When constructing domestic water, fire service connections and sanitary sewer connections, the Applicant shall comply with all requirements of the County of Nassau Department of Health, the Village’s Department of Public Works Water and Sewer Division or as directed by the Superintendent of Public Works. 7) Prior to the issuance of any Building Permit from the Incorporated Village of Mineola, Applicant shall contribute $8,000.00 to the Village’s Parking Trust Fund. 8) Applicant shall acknowledge that the conditions set forth in this Decision are reasonable, fair and equitable. In the event that any legal action or proceeding shall be instituted by the Village in order to enforce any condition herein, the Village shall be entitled to an award of attorney’s fees in the event that it shall prevail in any such action or proceeding. All terms, conditions and obligations contained in this Decision shall be binding upon the Applicant, its heirs, successors and assigns. 9) The representations made by Applicant on the record in this proceeding have been deemed material to this Application and have been relied upon by the Board of Trustees in its deliberations and decisions. Said representations are deemed to be part of the conditions of this special use permit. 10) Violation of a condition set forth in this Decision shall be deemed a violation of the Mineola Municipal Code and shall subject the owner or occupant of the Property to all penalties set forth in the Mineola Municipal Code. All of the terms, conditions and obligations contained in this Decision shall be binding upon the Applicant, its heirs, successors and assigns. This constitutes the Decision of the Board of Trustees. Applicant shall, within ten (10) days of the date of filing of this Decision, consent in writing to the conditions contained herein. Failure to so consent shall render this Decision null and void. Dated: Mineola, New York May 14, 2025 Motioned by Trustee Paul S. Cusato Seconded by Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Village Clerk Bryan L. Rivera polled the Board: Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky Resolution No. 154-25 RESOLVED, for the Incorporated Village of Mineola to enter into a contract with Structure Care and authorize the Mayor to execute all necessary documents. Motioned by Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Seconded by Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky Mayor Paul A. Pereira requested a motion to go into Executive Session at 6:55 PM to discuss a personnel matter. Motioned by Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Seconded by Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky Mayor Paul A. Pereira requested a motion to come out of Executive Session at 7:35 PM. No action was taken. Motioned by Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Seconded by Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky Mayor Paul A. Pereira announced that the Foodie Festival will be held this weekend, Saturday May 17 and Sunday May 18, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM in Wilson Park. Mayor Paul A. Pereira requested a motion to close the Work Session at 7:35 PM. Motioned by Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Seconded by Trustee Donna M. Solosky Vote: Yes No Abstain Mayor Paul A. Pereira Deputy Mayor Janine Sartori Trustee Paul S. Cusato Trustee Jeffrey M. Clark Trustee Donna M. Solosky Respectfully submitted, ___________________ Bryan L. Rivera Village Clerk