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VILLAGE OF PELHAM BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2008 – 7:30 PM VILLAGE HALL – 195 SPARKS AVENUE, PELHAM, NY MINUTES 1. Call To Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Mayor’s Report 4. Trustees’ Reports 5. Village Administrator’s Report Approximate 6. Public Comment Starting Time # Agenda Items: of Discussion Committee Reports 7:40 p.m. 7. Website and Telecommunications initiatives. Discussed 8. Flooding Initiatives. Discussed 9. Environmental Initiatives. Discussed 10. Comprehensive Plan update; Site Plan Process Review update. Discussed 11. Human Resources and Administration report. Discussed 12. Village Operational Risk Assessment and Strategic Planning. Discussed Property Tax Relief for Cold War Veterans 8:10 p.m. Public Hearing on a draft proposed Local Law to allow a new Approved 13. property tax exemption for Cold War Veterans, mirroring Town and County property law changes. Streets and Traffic 8:20 p.m. 14. Considering the removal of the “Handicapped Parking” designation Approved on the parking space on the east side of 3rd Avenue, by Lincoln Avenue. Amending the Village Code to relocate the bus stop on southbound Approved 15. 5th Avenue from the front of 301 5th Avenue to the front of 235 5th Avenue, to allow buses to avoid the “Right-Turn Only” lane. Considering adding a metered parking space on the west side of Approved 16. Fifth Avenue, just north of First Street (in front of Stationview Deli). Human Resources 8:40 p.m. 17. Considering the renewal of the employment contract between the Discussed Village of Pelham and Richard Slingerland. in exec. session, & approved Housekeeping 9:00 p.m. 18. Authorizing the Accounts Payable Approved 19. Old Business/New Business Discussed; A. Pelham Picture House Agreement approved 20. Minutes – January 8, January 22, and February 5, 2008 Tabled 21. Executive Session Approved 22. Adjournment Adjourned The next Regular Board Meetings are Tuesdays March 11 and 25, 2008. The March 18, 2008 has been canceled to accommodate the Village Elections. * All meetings start at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. * Agenda is subject to change. Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes Tuesday February 26, 2008 Page 2 VILLAGE OF PELHAM BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2008 – 7:30 P.M. VILLAGE HALL – 195 SPARKS AVENUE, PELHAM, NY Item #1 – Meeting called to order: The meeting of the Board of Trustees was called to order by Mayor Edward Hotchkiss at 7:40 p.m., and the Pledge of Allegiance followed. The following members of the Board of Trustees were present: Mayor Edward Hotchkiss, Trustees Greco, Homan, Morris and Potocki. Trustee Lewis and Trustee Weinstein were absent. Village staff in attendance: Administrator/Treasurer Richard Slingerland and Administrative Aide Devron Wilson. Item #2 – Pledge of Allegiance: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Edward Hotchkiss. Item #3 – Mayor’s Report: Mayor Hotchkiss had nothing to report that was not included in the agenda. Item #4 – Trustees’ Report: Trustee Greco mentioned that everything is in order with the village’s new fire truck. The village will receive its new fire truck soon. He noted a recent problem with another Village losing money for pre-paying for a fire truck to a company that went bankrupt and was sold out to another company, and stated for the record that he had confirmed the Village will not pay for the new truck purchased under contract, until the truck is received and accepted. Trustee Potocki summarized the Safe Routes to School changes made around the Hutchinson Elementary School, in response to requests from parents and administrators at the school, with their input. Trustee Potocki mentioned that the “No Thru Traffic” signs at 6th Street and 2nd Avenue and 6th Street and 3rd Avenue will read “No Thru Traffic from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.” Trustee Potocki also reported that 3rd Avenue will become a permanent one way on the block between 5th Street and 3rd Avenue, right in front of the Hutchinson School. Eliminating one lane of traffic will allow the Village to install a sidewalk along the west side of 3rd Avenue, which will narrow the road from the current sidewalk by the school up to 5 th St. Trustee Homan reported that she met with Village Clerk Terri Rouke and General Foreman Mike Shriman about the Downtown decorative street plants and planters for Pelham. Trustee Homan mentioned that the planters and the plants the Village used in the past were too Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes Tuesday February 26, 2008 Page 3 small. This year she has established plans to keep the same baskets and fill them with more plants, specifically Ivy Geraniums. She also plans to place the baskets along 5th Avenue and to include Wolfs Lane south of the Metro North Train Station. She reported that she and Village Clerk Terri Rouke worked really hard on this and managed to stay within budget. Trustee Homan further mentioned that there will be a retirement party for Harry Pallett held this Thursday at 6 p.m., at The Davenport in New Rochelle, NY. The cost is $55 per person. Anyone interested should call Deborah DelGrosso at Village Hall by Wednesday, Feb. 27th. Trustee Morris had nothing to report. Mayor Hotchkiss mentioned that former Trustee Findlay Corsar passed away a few days ago. On behalf of the Village Board of Trustees, Mayor Hotchkiss thanked Mr. Corsar for his years of service to the village. Item #5 – Village Administrator’s Report: Village Administrator Richard Slingerland reminded everyone of the next two board meeting dates scheduled for March 11th and March 25th. He informed everyone about this year’s budget work sessions are scheduled for March 27th, April 1st and April 3rd. All start at 7 p.m., at Village Hall. Mayor Hotchkiss thanked the Department of Public Works for doing a great job on the snowstorm and making sure the village streets were cleared in a timely manner. Item #6 – Public Comment: There were no public comments at this time. Item #7 – Website and Telecommunications initiatives: Administrative Aide Devron Wilson reported that the call management system is working well. The village receives an average of 10 inquiries a week from the call management system. Mr. Wilson mentioned that Eddie Ganbaum from the Pelham Memorial High School Technology Department and two high school students are working with the village to improve the village website. A village resident suggested that the village create links on its website that will direct visitors to other community organization websites such as the Pelham Weekly, and others. Mayor Hotchkiss reported that the village is still in negotiations with Verizon to provide cable service to Pelham residents. Mayor Hotchkiss also reported that the telephone service at the Pelham Firehouse will be switched to Lightpath tomorrow. Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes Tuesday February 26, 2008 Page 4 Item #8 – Flooding Initiatives: Mayor Hotchkiss reported that EnTech is almost finished with videoing the storm drains, and that they would soon be doing the work to line and stabilize the storm drain beneath the Metro North railroad right-of-way. He also reminded everyone that the village received a $125,000 grant from Congressman Nita Lowey for flood remediation. Village Administrator Richard Slingerland reported that Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Regional Director William Janeway sent the village a letter with information about funding opportunities, but that the state is not accepting grant applications at this time for any flood remediation or water quality projects. The village plans in the future to work with the DEC on flood remediation projects in Pelham. Item #9 – Environmental Initiatives: Mayor Hotchkiss mentioned that the Global Warning Task Force fair is on April 22nd and the Earth Day Street Fair is on June 7th. The village will plan a clean up in preparation for Earth Day a week or so before the fair. Item #10 – Comprehensive Plan update; Site Plan Process Review update: Mayor Hotchkiss mentioned that Saratoga Associates has been supplied with the village’s final comments for review. Village resident Carey Weiss has taken new pictures throughout the village to be added to the comprehensive plan. These pictures may also be added to the village website. Site Plan review process – The Village is drafting up amendments to the Village Code, to have Planning Board review and have approval authority on site plans for residential additions, expansions, and accessory buildings such as garages. The Mayor and Board of Trustees will retain site plan approval authority for all commercial property site plans, and new single family homes or larger. Item #11 – Human Resources and Administration report: Mayor Hotchkiss reported that the village is looking into developing a human resources manual. Administrator Slingerland and Trustee Homan will work together on this project. Item #12 – Village Operational Risk Assessment and Strategic Planning: Mayor Hotchkiss has asked village department heads to provide the village with strategic planning procedures in a time of crisis and risk assessments for their departments. Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes Tuesday February 26, 2008 Page 5 Item #13 – Public Hearing on a draft proposed Local Law to allow a new property tax exemption for Cold War Veterans, mirroring Town and County property law changes: A motion was made by Trustee Greco, with a second by Trustee Homan to adopt the resolution. The motion was approved unanimously by vote of five in favor, none opposed. Trustees Lewis and Weinstein were absent. RESOLUTION SCHEDULING A PUBLIC HEARING A LOCAL LAW THAT AMENDS CHAPTER 73, REAL ESTATE TAX EXEMPTIONS TO ENACT A NEW PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION PROGRAM FOR COLD WAR VETERANS The Board of Trustees of the Village of Pelham hereby schedules a public hearing to be held at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 19, 2008, in Village Hall at 195 Sparks Avenue, Pelham, NY, on a draft proposed Local Law that would amend the Code of the Village of Pelham, as follows: A Local Law That Amends Chapter 73 To Enact A New Article IV, entitled, “Cold War Veteran’s Property Tax Exemption”, pursuant to Section 458-b of the NYS Real Property Tax Law. A copy of the Local Law is on file in the offices of the Village Clerk and may be viewed during normal business hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or an electronic copy may be obtained from the opening page of the Village’s website www.pelhamgov.com. By Order of the Mayor and Board of Trustees Terri Rouke, Village Clerk Richard Slingerland, Village Administrator/Deputy Clerk __________________________________________________________________________________ A Local Law That Amends Chapter 73 To Enact A New Article IV, entitled, “Cold War Veteran’s Property Tax Exemption”, pursuant to Section 458-b of the NYS Real Property Tax Law. BE IT ENACTED by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Pelham as follows: Section 1. A New Article IV in Chapter 73 of the Pelham Village Code, entitled, “Cold War Veteran’s Property Tax Exemption” is hereby enacted as follows: Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes Tuesday February 26, 2008 Page 6 Section 2. § 73-13. Purpose. The purpose of this Article is to grant cold war veterans who meet the requirements set forth in Section 458-b of the New York State Real Property Tax Law with a real property tax exemption. § 73-14. Definitions. As used in this Article: COLD WAR VETERAN -- means a person, male or female, who served on active duty in the United States armed forces, during the time period from September second, nineteen hundred forty-five to December twenty-sixth, nineteen hundred ninety-one, was discharged or released therefrom under honorable conditions and satisfies any other requirements set forth in Section 458-b(1)(a) of the New York State Real Property Tax Law. ARMED FORCES – means the United States army, navy, marine corps, air force, and coast guard. ACTIVE DUTY – means full-time duty in the United States armed forces, other than active duty for training. SERVICE CONNECTED – means, with respect to disability or death, that such disability was incurred or aggravated, or that the death resulted from a disability incurred or aggravated, in line of duty on active military, naval or air service. QUALIFIED OWNER – means a Cold War veteran, the spouse of a Cold War veteran, or the unremarried surviving spouse of a deceased Cold War veteran. Where property is owned by more than one qualified owner, the exemption to which each is entitled may be combined. Where a veteran is also the unremarried surviving spouse of a veteran, such person may also receive any exemption to which the deceased spouse was entitled. QUALIFIED RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY – means property owned by a qualified owner which is used exclusively for residential purposes; provided, however, that in the event that any portion of such property is not used exclusively for residential purposes, but is used for other purposes, such portion shall be subject to taxation and only the remaining portion used exclusively for residential purposes shall be subject to the exemption provided by this section. Such property shall be the primary residence of the Cold War veteran or the unremarried surviving spouse of a Cold War veteran; unless the Cold War veteran or unremarried surviving spouse is absent from the property due to medical reasons or institutionalization subject to such time limitations, if any, as are set forth in Section 458-b(1)(f) of the New York State Real Property Tax Law. Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes Tuesday February 26, 2008 Page 7 LATEST STATE EQUALIZATION RATE – means the latest final equalization rate established by the New York State Board of Real Property Tax Services pursuant to article twelve of the New York State Real Property Tax Law. LATEST CLASS RATIO – means the latest final class ratio established by the New York State Board of Real Property Tax Services pursuant to title one of article twelve of the New York State Real Property Tax Law for use in a special assessing unit as defined in section eighteen hundred one of the New York State Real Property Tax Law. § 73-15. Amount of Exemption; Limitations. 1. Qualifying residential real property shall be exempt from taxation to the extent of fifteen percent (15%) of the assessed value of such property; provided however, that such exemption shall not exceed twelve thousand dollars ($12,000) or the product of twelve thousand dollars ($12,000) multiplied by the latest state equalization rate of the assessing unit, or, in the case of a special assessing unit, the latest class ratio, whichever is less. 2. In addition to the exemption provided by subdivision “1” of this Section, where the Cold War veteran received a compensation rating from the United States veterans affairs or from the United States department of defense because of a service related disability, qualifying residential real property shall be exempt from taxation to the extent of the product of the assessed value of such property, multiplied by fifty percent of the Cold war veteran disability rating; provided, however, that such exemption shall not exceed forty thousand dollars ($40,000) or the product of forty thousand dollars ($40,000) multiplied by the latest state equalization rate of the assessing unit, or, in the case of a special assessing unit, the latest class ratio, whichever is less. 3. If a Cold War veteran receives either a veterans’ exemption under Article III of this Chapter, authorized by Section 458 of the Real Property Tax Law, or an alternative veterans’ exemption authorized by Section 458-a of the Real Property Tax Law, the Cold War veteran shall not be eligible to receive an exemption under this Article. § 73-16. Duration of Exemption. The exemption provided by subdivision “1” of Section 473.321 of this Article shall be granted for a period of ten (10) years. The commencement of such ten year period shall be governed pursuant to this section. Where a qualified owner owns qualifying residential real property on the effective date of this Article, or such other date as may be set forth in Section 458-b(2)(c) of the New York State Real Property Tax Law, such ten year period shall be measured from the assessment roll prepared pursuant to the first taxable status date occurring on or after the effective date of this Article, or such other date as may be set forth in Section 458-b(2)(c) of the New York State Real Property Tax Law. Where a qualified owner does not own qualifying residential real property on the effective date of this Article, or such other date as may be set forth in Section 458-b(2)(c) of the New York State Real Property Tax Law, such ten year period shall be measured from the assessment roll prepared pursuant to the first Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes Tuesday February 26, 2008 Page 8 taxable status date occurring at least sixty (60) days after the date of purchase of qualifying residential real property; provided, however, that should the veteran apply for and be granted an exemption on the assessment roll prepared pursuant to a taxable status date occurring within sixty days after the date of purchase of residential real property, such ten year period shall be measured from the first assessment roll in which the exemption occurs. If, before the expiration of such ten year period, such exempt property is sold and replaced with other residential real property, such exemption may be granted pursuant to this Section for the unexpired portion of the ten year exemption period. Section 73-17. Application for Exemption. Application for the exemption set forth in this Article shall be made by the qualified owner, or all of the qualified owners, of the property on a form prescribed by the New York State Board of Real Property Tax Services. The owner or owners shall file the completed form in the local assessor’s office on or before the first appropriate taxable status date. The owner or owners of the property shall be required to refile at such times and under such circumstances as may be set forth in Section 458-b(4) of the New York State Real Property Tax Law. Any applicant convicted of willfully making any false statement in the application for such exemption shall be subject to the penalties prescribed in the New York State Penal Law. Section 3. This Local Law shall take effect upon adoption and filing in the Office of the Secretary of State of the State of New York, and shall apply to assessment rolls based on taxable status dates occurring on or after such date. Item #14 – Considering the removal of the “Handicapped Parking” designation on the parking space on the east side of 3rd Avenue, by Lincoln Avenue: The location and designation on the parking space across from Hutchinson School on 3 rd Avenue was discussed briefly, and it was determined it was no longer necessary to designate it for use only by the handicapped. A motion was made by Trustee Potocki, with a second by Trustee Homan to adopt the resolution. The motion was approved unanimously by vote of five in favor, none opposed. Trustees Lewis and Weinstein were absent. RESOLUTION REMOVING THE “HANDICAPPED PARKING” DESIGNATION ON THE PARKING SPACE ON THE EAST SIDE OF 3RD AVENUE IMMEDIATELY NORTH OF LINCOLN AVENUE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Pelham, that the “Handicapped Parking Permit Required” designation is removed from the parking space on the east side of Third Avenue, immediately north of Lincoln Avenue, as this designation is no longer necessary at this location. Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes Tuesday February 26, 2008 Page 9 Item #15 – Amending the Village Code to relocate the bus stop on southbound 5 th Avenue from the front of 301 5th Avenue to the front of 235 5th Avenue, to allow buses to avoid the “Right-Turn Only” lane: After brief discussion, a motion was made by Trustee Homan, with a second by Trustee Potocki to adopt the resolution. The motion was approved unanimously by vote of five in favor, none opposed. Trustees Lewis and Weinstein were absent. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE CHAPTER 90-55 TO RELOCATE THE BUS STOP ON SOUTHBOUND 5TH AVENUE FROM THE FRONT OF 301 5TH AVE. TO THE FRONT OF 235 5TH AVE. TO ALLOW BUSES TO AVOID THE “RIGHT-TURN ONLY” LANE. BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Pelham, that the Village Code Chapter 90-55 is hereby amended as follows: Section 1 – That the reference to the bus stop on 5th Avenue, immediately north of Lincoln Avenue is deleted, and new language added as follows: § 90-55. Schedule XVI: Bus Stops. Name of Street Side Location Fifth Avenue West From Lincoln Avenue, to a point fifty (50) feet south thereof. Item #16 – Considering adding a metered parking space on the west side of Fifth Avenue, just north of First Street (in front of Stationview Deli): A motion was made by Trustee Homan, with a second by Trustee Morris to adopt the resolution. The motion was approved unanimously by vote of five in favor, none opposed. Trustees Lewis and Weinstein were absent. RESOLUTION ADDING A METERED PARKING SPACE ON THE WEST SIDE OF FIFTH AVENUE IMMEDIATELY NORTH OF FIRST STREET BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Pelham hereby amends the Village Code Chapter 90, as follows: (Note: This is already reflected in 90-53 Limited Time Parking, but not in 90-56 Metered Parking Zones.) Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes Tuesday February 26, 2008 Page 10 Section 1. Chapter § 90-56. Schedule XVII: On-Street Parking Meter Zones, is hereby amended to add the following designation: Name of Street Side Time Limit Location Fifth Avenue Both 2 hrs. First Street to Seventh Street Section 2. Chapters § 90-49 No Parking Any Time; § 90-50 Standing Prohibited, and § 90-51 Stopping Prohibited are hereby amended to add the following location as “No Parking, No Stopping, No Standing: Name of Street Side Location Fifth Avenue West From First Street to a point approximately 20 feet north of First Street, to the first parking spot. Item #17 – Considering the renewal of the employment contract between the Village of Pelham and Richard Slingerland: This topic was tabled for discussion during executive session. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH RICHARD SLINGERLAND AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE VILLAGE OF PELHAM BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Pelham hereby authorizes the renewal of an agreement between the Village of Pelham and Richard Slingerland of Ossining, NY, as Administrator of the Village of Pelham, with provisions as agreed upon by the Board of Trustees, for a term of two (2) years effective in March, 2008 and expiring February 28, 2010. Item #18 – Authorizing the Accounts Payable: A motion was made by Trustee Homan, with a second by Trustee Greco to adopt the resolution. The motion was approved unanimously by vote of five in favor, none opposed. Trustees Lewis and Weinstein were absent. RESOLUTION WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 5-524 of the New York State Village Law, the Board of Trustees shall audit all claims against the Village. Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes Tuesday February 26, 2008 Page 11 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees after audit of the following claims, authorizes payment for services rendered and materials received, for the following items that have been submitted to the Treasurer's Office for payment and authorized by the Village Administrator: Fund Name: Amount General Fund $ 254,628.07 Water Fund $ 1,695.00 Capital Projects Fund $ 16,398.87 Trust and Agency Fund $ 2,415.00 H3 Fund $ 0.00 Expendable Trust Fund $ 0.00 Grand Total $ 275,136.94 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Board hereby approves payment of the above-mentioned claims and authorizes payment thereof. Item #19 – Old Business/New Business: Trustee Homan reported that she has a meeting with Administrator Slingerland and Community Markets President Miriam Haas on Monday, March 3, 2008 to discuss the proposed farmer’s market in Pelham. Trustee Homan mentioned that The Pelham Chamber of Commerce would like the proposed farmer’s market to be located in Lot 2 across from the Pelham Art Center. She said the Village would review the feasibility of having the Farmer’s Market at that location. Richard Altobelli of 125 3rd Street mentioned that farmer’s market’s are typically not in the middle of town. Mr. Altobelli is concerned that the grassy area along Harmon Avenue off of 5th Avenue will become damaged if a farmer’s market is situated in that area. Administrator Slingerland and Administrative Aide Devron Wilson met with Tom Sternberg of SKCG Group to discuss the village’s insurance. Mr. Wilson is working with SKCG Group to provide them with documentation allowing them to submit a proposal for insuring the Village. Trustee Potocki reported that this Friday will be the last day that a Pelham police officer will be helping to direct traffic at Franklin Place and Wolfs Lane. Chief Benefico mentioned that the time listed on the “No Left Turn” sign at Franklin Place and Wolfs Lane needs to be changed to 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Administrator Slingerland informed everyone that the increased noise on 4 th and 5th Avenue is a result of Con Edison performing gas main relining work in those areas. Mr. Slingerland has received complaints from residents at Marbury Corners about noise as a result of garbage being picked up early in the morning at Villanova restaurant. Mr. Slingerland will advise the owner(s)/ manager(s) of Villanova restaurant that they cannot have commercial garbage pickup before 6:30 a.m. Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes Tuesday February 26, 2008 Page 12 Trustee Homan mentioned that Chief Benefico came up with a brilliant idea to have one person evaluate the all of the sidewalks in the village for damage. Trustee Homan suggested that the village ask former General Foreman Harry Pallet to do this. Administrator Slingerland informed everyone that village codes usually set a standard of a ½ inch or a 1 inch lift in a sidewalk to warrant a sidewalk as being damaged. The village will also explore extending the time for property owners to repair their sidewalks from the notice of violation, as the current code provides only five (5) days. The village also plans to come up with a way to manage cars that park overhanging the driveway overnight. Item #20 – Minutes – January 8, January 22, and February 5, 2008: This minutes were tabled until the Board of Trustees Meeting on March 11, 2008. Item #21 – Executive Session: The Mayor asked for a motion to go into Executive Session to discuss personnel matters. On the motion of Trustee Greco, seconded by Trustee Morris, the Board voted to go into Executive Session. The motion was approved unanimously by vote of five in favor, none opposed. Trustees Lewis and Weinstein were absent. Item #22 – Adjournment: On the motion of Trustee Greco, seconded by Trustee Lewis, the Board voted to go into Executive Session at 9 p.m., to discuss personnel matters. The motion was approved unanimously by vote of five in favor, none opposed. Trustees Lewis and Weinstein absent. Re-convened into public session: After Executive Session, the Mayor and Board re-convened into public session to deal briefly with two items of business. New Business Item A. – Authorizing an agreement between the Village and the Picture House, for the Village to administer the Main Street grant Downtown Streetscape and Downtown Façade Improvement Program on behalf of the Picture House. The Mayor, Board and Administrator discussed briefly that this had been delayed by the extended discussion and negotiation on the terms of the agreement, for the Village to take on the responsibility of processing the applications and projects for the Downtown Main Street Façade improvements in Pelham. The Board was eager for the program to start, so that the Downtown improvements could begin as soon as possible. A motion was made by Trustee Greco, with a second by Trustee Morris to adopt the resolution. The motion was approved unanimously by vote of five in favor, none opposed. Trustees Lewis and Weinstein were absent. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE AND THE PICTURE HOUSE FOR THE VILLAGE TO ADMINISTER THE MAIN STREET GRANT DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE AND DOWNTOWN FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes Tuesday February 26, 2008 Page 13 ON BEHALF OF THE PICTURE HOUSE RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Pelham authorize an agreement between the Village and the Picture House, for the Village to administer the Main Street grant Downtown Streetscape and Downtown Façade Improvement Program on behalf of the Picture House; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Administrator is authorized to sign the agreement on behalf of the Village, and to take the necessary and appropriate measures to effect and carry out this agreement. Item #17 – Considering the renewal of the employment contract between the Village of Pelham and Richard Slingerland: After discussion during executive session, the Mayor and Board authorized the agreement, as agreed upon. Mr. Slingerland thanked the Board for renewing his agreement, and for their support and confidence. He expressed his eagerness to continue working with them to make progress on the many projects the Village was working on. A motion was made by Trustee Greco, with a second by Trustee Morris to adopt the resolution. The motion was approved unanimously by vote of five in favor, none opposed. Trustees Lewis and Weinstein were absent. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH RICHARD SLINGERLAND AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE VILLAGE OF PELHAM BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Pelham hereby authorizes the renewal of an agreement between the Village of Pelham and Richard Slingerland of Ossining, NY, as Administrator of the Village of Pelham, with provisions as agreed upon by the Board of Trustees, for a term of two (2) years effective in March, 2008 and expiring February 28, 2010. Re-Adjournment: On the motion of Trustee Greco, seconded by Trustee Lewis, the Board voted to adjourn the board meeting at 10:12 p.m. The motion was approved unanimously by vote of five in favor, none opposed. Trustees Lewis and Weinstein were absent. Respectfully submitted, Devron Wilson, Administrative Aide Richard Slingerland, Administrator/Deputy Clerk