Meeting Overview

TOWN OF ORANGETOWN

REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING

TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 2016

 

This Regular Town Board Meeting was opened at 6:30 p.m.  Supervisor Stewart presided and Charlotte Madigan, Town Clerk, called the roll.  Present were:

 

Councilman Denis Troy

Councilman Thomas Diviny

Councilman Paul Valentine

Councilman Gerald Bottari

 

Also present:               Charlotte Madigan, Town Clerk

John Edwards, Town Attorney

Teresa M. Kenny, Deputy Town Attorney

Jeff Bencik, Finance Director

James Dean, Superintendent of Highways

Bruce Peters, DEME

John Giardiello, Director of OBZPAE

Aric Gorton, Superintendent of Parks, Recreation & Building Maint.

Kevin Nulty, Police Chief

 

Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Esta Baitler.

 

FLAG DAY

Governor Mario M. Cuomo

1985

 

The symbolism of the Flag of the United States of America may be interpreted in many ways.  But first and foremost – it is a constant reminder that our representative form of government, deriving its powers from the consent of the governed, is the preserver of individual freedom and personal liberty.

 

The oppressed from all lands who emigrated to our shores have viewed our Flag as a beacon of hope for a better way of life.

 

Our Flag has been raised over foreign soil wholly and solely as a signal of the liberation of millions from the bondage of dictators and tyrants.  Here at home and around the world, our Flag marks the final resting place of our fellow citizens who fell in battle in defense of human rights.

 

New Yorkers should take note that our Flag was first flown from Fort Stanwix, the site of the present city of Rome, New York, and first came under fire three days later at the Battle of Oriskany.

 

The annual observance of Flag Day is a highly laudable endeavor and it is appropriate to designate a special day to display our Flag with reverence and respect.

 

 

Announcement:  Public Hearings: Suez Water Rate Increase Proposal in Stony Point and at RCC, Wednesday, June 15 and Thursday, June 16, 2016.

 

RESOLUTION NO. 308A                                       ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION POLICE SERGEANT INTERVIEWS       

 

In attendance, at this Executive Session, were Supervisor Stewart, Councilpersons Troy, Diviny, Valentine, and Bottari.

 

Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Valentine and was unanimously adopted:

 

 

RESOLUTION NO. 308A – Continued 

 

RESOLVED, at 6:30 pm, the Town Board entered Executive Session to interview candidates for Police Sergeant.

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Valentine, Troy, Diviny, Bottari

Noes:        None

***

RESOLUTION NO. 309                                          RE-ENTERED RTBM

 

Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, at 7:37 pm, the Town Board reentered the Regular Town Board Meeting.

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Diviny, Troy, Valentine, Bottari

Noes:      None

***

 

Summary of Public Comments (RTBM):

Ruth Weber, Upper Grandview, is concerned that Mountain Biking groups are clear cutting trees, on Clausland Mountain.  We need to preserve God creations for the public. Any proposals from any biking group should be discussed in an open meeting.

Mike Mandel, Pearl River, echoed in agreement with Mrs. Weber and all meetings should be on the website and/or emailed.  Cherry Brook Park restrooms and skating rink are in a state of disrepair and the restrooms are used for drugs, drinking and the homeless.  The Town needs to make this area safer.

Allyson Sullivan, Blauvelt, asked what is being done regarding the odors coming from Aluf Plastics.  Who is responsible for enforcing the Codes, the DEC or the Town?

Chris Dunnigan, Pearl River, spoke about posting of solicitation signs on utility poles and the Town Code.  He asked that the Town Code be amended that Posting of Signs is not allowed.

Guy Gervasi, The Hollows at Pearl River, said they are still having problems with the detention basin that the builder installed.  He asked the Town Board for help.

Eileen Larkin, Palisades, is concerned about the quality of our drinking water and the contaminations, from over the counter drugs being dumped down the drain or flush down the toilet.  She asked the Town Board for a memorializing resolution in support of the County’s legislation to use drug drop-off centers.

Heather Hurley, Pearl River, asked what is the update of the Town hiring a consultant to review the Town Codes; why there is no enforcement at Aluf Plastics; and when is the presentation of the Pearl River Pedestrian Safety Project.

Amy Wertheim, Pearl River, concurs with Mr. Mandel’s comments, regarding Cherry Brook.  She asked for an update on the Prohibited Uses amendment and said the Town should be selecting the consultant for Aluf Plastics.

Watson Morgan, Blauvelt, expressed that the Town Board needs to find better resources (volunteers, organizations, grants) to maintain our parks.

Barbara Delo, Blauvelt, appreciates our wonderful Town.

 

RESOLUTION NO. 310                                                        CLOSE PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Bottari and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, that the public portion is hereby closed.

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Bottari, Troy, Diviny, Valentine

Noes:      None

RESOLUTION NO. 311                                          OPEN/CONTINUATION PUBLIC HEARING/PROPOSED LOCAL LAW USE OF TOWN PARKS/CHAPTER 7A

 

Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, the continuation public hearing on a proposed local law, Use of Town Parks, Chapter 7A is hereby opened and continued.

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Diviny, Troy, Valentine, Bottari

Noes:      None

***

Summary of Public Comments:

Ruth Weber, Upper Grandview, agrees that residents should have preferential treatment.

Tom Lynch, Pearl River, commented that there should be no fees for residents, for resident’s guests and resident’s caretakers and ID proof should be easy options.

Chris Dunnigan, Palisades, supports this local law.  What are the plans for enforcement; and can fees be changed without having to go through a public hearing again.

John Buckley, Orangeburg, is against a resident guest fee and an ID ban or badge.  What is the process for enforcement?

Chris Day, Palisades, said in addition to Flag Day, today, is the U.S. Army’s 244th Birthday.  He thanked the Town Board for bringing the Park’s issue forward.  The reality of both options, whether it is residents only or non-residents with a fee are better than the status quo.   Dozens and dozens of towns have bans for non-residents and exemptions for guests of residents.  The risk of facing a court battle is minimal.  The risk of losing that court battle is even lower.

Esta Baitler, Sparkill, is against any fees for use of Town parks.

Watson Morgan, OPDAC, is in favor of residents paying a fee.  He suggested a special permit and fees for large groups.

Jacob Franke, NY NJ Trail Conference, asked are there fees for hikers and mountain bikers.  His group is volunteers who will be maintaining the bike trails and are currently clear cutting the trees for the bike path.

Paul Kubarych, Tappan, is in favor of fees and controlling who uses our parks.

Eileen Larkin, Palisades, agrees with Mr. Day.  We have every right to limit the parks to residents.

 

RESOLUTION NO. 312                                          CONTINUE PH / PROPOSED LOCAL LAW / USE OF TOWN PARKS CHAPTER 7A

 

Councilman Diviny offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Supervisor Stewart and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, the public hearing on a proposed Local Law to amend Chapter 7A of the Town Code, by adding a new Section 14, relating to the Use of Town Parks, will be continue on July 19, 2016, 8:00 pm.

 

Ayes:      Councilperson Diviny, Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Troy, Valentine, Bottari

Noes:      None

***

 

 

RESOLUTION NO. 313                                          LEAD AGENCY / SEQRA /HOMES FOR HEROES GREEN INNOVATION

 

Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Valentine and was unanimously adopted:

 

 

 

RESOLUTION NO. 313 – Continued

 

WHEREAS, the Town of Orangetown (the “Town”) is authorized pursuant to § 64 subdivisions (2), (8) and 11(a) of the N.Y.S. Town Law, to acquire and hold title to real property for a public purpose, including the improvement of same with drainage facilities; and

 

WHEREAS, the Town has made application to United States, acting through the Secretary of Health and Human Services, to acquire a certain parcel of real property, consisting

of approximately 6.387± acres of largely vacant land, located at 335 Western Highway, Tappan, New York 10983 (a part of Tax lot # 74.18-3-48 on the Tax Map of the Town of Orangetown), formerly a part of the Camp Shanks Military installation (the “Premises”), for the purpose of improving the said parcel as a stormwater drainage facility that includes the removal of approximately 20,000 square feet of abandoned pavement, and the installation of “green” drainage infrastructure and water quality treatment facilities, dramatically reducing phosphorous and other contamination from the existing runoff, as well as the level of existing runoff, all of which presently enter the Sparkill Creek, a tributary of the Hudson River, in the immediate vicinity of the property (the “Homes For Heroes Green Innovation Project” or the “Project”); and

 

WHEREAS, in connection with the proposed improvement of the Premises, as aforesaid, the Town has applied to the Environmental Facilities Corporation (“EFC”) for eligibility for funding from the Green Innovation Grant Program to finance the cost of the said Project; and

 

WHEREAS, the Town has received confirmation from the EFC that the Homes For Heroes Green Innovation Project is eligible for 90% reimbursement of the total cost of the Project up to $895,000, with a 10% local fund match; and

 

WHEREAS, the acquisition and improvement of the property in the manner contemplated are actions subject to review under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”); and

 

WHEREAS, on April 18, 2016, at a Special Meeting of the Town Board, duly noticed and conducted in accordance with law, the Town Board by Resolution No. 222 of 2016, made the preliminary determination that the proposed action is an Unlisted action subject to review under SEQRA (Exhibit 06-A-16), declared its intention to act as lead agency for purpose of coordinated environmental review, and directed that notice of its intention to so act be circulated amongst various potential involved and/or interested agencies; and

 

WHEREAS, more than 30-days have passed since the said circulation and no agency has objected to the Town Board assuming the role of lead agency,

 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that, pursuant to Sections 617.6(b) and (c) of the N.Y.C.R.R., (i) the Town Board hereby assumes the role of lead agency in connection with the environmental review of the proposed change of zone; and (ii) declares such action to be an “Unlisted action” under SEQRA for the purpose of such review; and

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, acting in its capacity as lead agency for environmental review, and having taken a “hard look” at all of the potential environmental impacts that might result from the proposed action, the Town Board has concluded that there will be no significant environmental impact or effect caused or occasioned by the acquisition of the said parcel and its improvement and use as a stormwater drainage facility, which action will include the removal of approximately 20,000 square feet of abandoned pavement, and the installation of “green” drainage infrastructure and water quality treatment facilities, dramatically reducing phosphorous and other contamination from the existing runoff, as well as the level of existing runoff, all of which presently enter the Sparkill Creek, a tributary of the Hudson River, in the immediate vicinity of the property.  Therefore, for the aforesaid reasons, and others as set forth, the Town Board adopts the Negative Declaration annexed hereto and authorizes the Town Supervisor or

his designated agent to endorse the Environmental Assessment Form and to take such other and further steps as may be necessary to discharge the Town Board’s responsibilities as lead agency.

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Valentine, Troy, Diviny, Bottari

Noes:      None

 

RESOLUTION NO. 314                                          SHOWMOBILE/ROCKLAND BERGEN MUSIC FESTIVAL/JOE DURSO

 

Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, upon completion of all necessary paperwork, the Superintendent of Parks and Recreation has forwarded, for approval, by the Town Board, use of the Showmobile by Joe Durso/Rockland Bergen Music Festival, for their Rockland Bergen Music Festival on Friday, June 24 to Sunday, June 26, 2016, at a rental cost of $400.00, with the organization providing a certificate of insurance listing the Town of Orangetown as additionally insured

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Troy, Diviny, Valentine, Bottari

Noes:      None

***

 

RESOLUTION NO. 315                                          SHOWMOBILE/VILLAGE OF NYACK’S MOSTLY MUSIC CONCERT SERIES

 

Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, upon completion of all necessary paperwork, the Superintendent of Parks and Recreation has forwarded, for approval by the Town Board, use of the Showmobile by the Village of Nyack for their Mostly Music Concert Series Tuesday June 28, 2016 and Tuesday August 16, 2016 at a rental cost of $400.00 each day, with the organization providing a certificate of insurance listing the Town of Orangetown as additionally insured

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Troy, Diviny, Valentine, Bottari

Noes:      None

***

 

RESOLUTION NO. 316                                          AWARD BID/2016 SUMMER CAMP TRANSPORTATION /CHESTNUT RIDGE TRANSPORTATION

 

Councilman Diviny offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Supervisor Stewart and was unanimously adopted:

 

WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Parks and Recreation, duly advertised for sealed bids for 2016 Summer Camp Transportation, which were received and publicly opened on May 12, 2016; a copy of the Affidavit of Publication, Notice of Posting and Bid Sheet is labeled Exhibit 06-B-16, and made a part of these minutes.  Now, Therefore, Be It

 

RESOLVED, this bid is hereby awarded to Chestnut Ridge Transportation, Spring Valley, New York, the only qualified bidder, at a price of $368.00 per bus for “All Day” transportation, $260.00 per bus for “Morning and Afternoon” transportation and $30.00 per bus for “Afternoon Bus Transportation for Teen Camp”.

 

Ayes:      Councilperson Diviny, Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Troy, Valentine, Bottari

Noes:      None

***

RESOLUTION NO. 317                                          ACCEPT/RESIGNATION/RETIREMENT SGT. JOSEPH GRUNSKI/POLICE DEPT

 

Councilman Bottari offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLUTION NO. 317 – Continued

 

RESOLVED, the Town of Orangetown accepts with regret, the resignation/retirement of Sgt. Joseph Grunski, from the Orangetown Police Department, effective June 16, 2016.

 

Ayes:      Councilpersons Bottari, Troy, Diviny, Valentine

Supervisor Stewart

Noes:      None

***

RESOLUTION NO. 318                                          AID/PEARL RIVER ELK’S ANNUAL FATHER’S DAY RUN

 

Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Valentine and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Police Department to lend assistance, which includes OPD Police and/or Auxiliary Police,to guide the runners, for the Pearl River Elks Annual Father’s Day Run, on Sunday, June 19^th, 2016, from 8:30 am to 9:30 am.

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Valentine, Troy, Diviny, Bottari

Noes:      None

***

RESOLUTION NO. 319                                          APPROVE/COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT/FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS/POLICE DEPT

Councilman Diviny offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:

 

WHEREAS pursuant to Local Law #5 of  2016, the Town of Orangetown authorizes purchases made in accordance with GML §103(16), and permits the purchase of equipment through the use of contracts let by the United States or any agency thereof, or of any State or any other political subdivision or district therein; and

 

WHEREAS, purchases made in accordance with this new law are not subject to the competitive bidding requirement of GML §103; and

 

WHEREAS the Town of Orangetown chooses to take advantage of the “piggybacking” law and this purchase of phone equipment, trunks, modules, licenses, accessories, software, and related items, training and installation, fulfills the prerequisites required;

 

This purchase is off of the New York State Contract PT64533, Group No. 77018 RFP 21350 Comprehensive Telecommunications Equipment and Solutions as of August, 2014 and is in the amount of THIRTY SEVEN THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED EIGHTY NINE AND 19/100 ($37,389.19) DOLLARS.

 

RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Chief of Police, the Town Board hereby authorizes the Supervisor to execute a contract, on behalf of the Town, as proposed and written, with FRONTIER COMMUNICTIONS, INC. for the purchase of said equipment, associated products, training and installation.

 

Ayes:      Councilpersons Diviny, Troy, Valentine, Bottari

Supervisor Stewart

Noes:      None

***

RESOLUTION NO. 320                                          AID/RELAY FOR LIFE

 

Councilman Diviny offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:

 

 

RESOLUTION NO. 320 – Continued

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Highway & Police Depts., to lend assistance, which includes the use of barricades, recycling kiosks, trash barrels, verticades, caution tape, trash bags message board & light towers and no parking signs for the Relay for Life Event, on Saturday, June 4^th thru Sunday, June 5^th from 3:00 pm to 5:00 am.

 

Ayes:      Councilpersons Diviny, Troy, Valentine, Bottari

Supervisor Stewart

Noes:      None

***

 

RESOLUTION NO. 321                                          AID/ LIAM TRAYNOR 5K

 

Councilman Diviny offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Bottari and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Highway Department and the Police Department to lend assistance, which includes the use of barricades and (5) Auxiliary Police Officers, (for safe crossing throughout the route), for the 5K Run at TZHS, to benefit Liam Traynor, on Saturday, June 18th, 2016, from 9 am to 10 am.

 

Ayes:      Councilpersons Diviny, Bottari, Troy, Valentine

Supervisor Stewart

Noes:      None

***

 

RESOLUTION NO. 322                                          APPROVE AID/2017 ROCKLAND COUNTY IRISH FEIS

 

Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Valentine and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Highway and Police Departments to lend assistance, which includes the use of barricades, signage, and cones,  Police personnel and Auxiliary police for traffic control and no parking signs.  The event, 2016 Rockland County Feis, will be held at the German Masonic Park, Tappan, on Sunday, July 17, 2016.

 

Ayes:      Councilpersons Troy, Valentine, Diviny, Bottari

Supervisor Stewart

Noes:      None

***

RESOLUTION NO. 323                                          AID/ORANGEBURG VOLUNTEER FIRE ASSOCIATION’S CARNIVAL

 

Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Highway Department to lend assistance, which includes the use of trash barrels, barricades & a dumpster, for the Orangeburg Volunteer Fire Association’s carnival, Wednesday, June 15^th thru Sunday, June 19^th, 2016.

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Troy, Diviny, Valentine, Bottari

Noes:      None

***

 

RESOLUTION NO. 324                                          AID/SPARKILL MEMORIAL DAY

 

Councilperson Diviny offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Supervisor Stewart and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLUTION NO. 324 – Continued

 

RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the Highway Department to lend assistance which includes the use of barricades for the Memorial Day Parade in Sparkill, on Monday, May 30^th, 2016 from 11 am to 12:30 pm.

 

Ayes:      Councilperson Diviny, Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Troy, Valentine, Bottari

Noes:      None

***

RESOLUTION NO. 325                                          APPROVE/SEWER WORK 2016 CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION

 

Councilman Valentine offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Town Attorney and the Commissioner of the Department of Environmental Management and Engineering, a Certificate of Registration for 2016 Sewer Work is approved to:

 

American Minuteman Sewer & Drain, Inc., 307 South Main Street, New City, NY 10956

 

Ayes:      Councilpersons Valentine, Diviny, Troy, Bottari

Supervisor Stewart

Noes:      None

***

RESOLUTION NO. 326                                                        APPROVE/CONSULTANT SERVICES GRANT WRITING/SYLVIA WELCH

 

Councilman Bottari offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, that the Town of Orangetown shall engage the services of Sylvia Welch, PHD, 170 Hudson Terrace, Piermont, NY, for the purposes of providing professional services, not limited to the following grant applications, at a rate of $60/hr not to exceed fifty (50) hours for the three (3) month period from June 1, 2016 through August 31, 2016, for a total of $3000:

1. NYS Department of Environmental Protection Water Quality Improvement Program – Obtain funds for a Salt Wash for Town Vehicles for the Orangetown Highway Department in the amount of approximately $352,000 (25% of the Project Cost will be In-Kind)
2. NYS Department of Environmental Protection Water Quality Improvement Program – Obtain funds for a Culvert Design and Construction at Route 303, south of Mountainview Road  for the Orangetown Highway Department in the amount of approximately $475,000 (25% of the Project Cost will be In-Kind)

 

Ayes:      Councilpersons Bottari, Diviny, Troy, Valentine

Supervisor Stewart

Noes:      None

***

RESOLUTION NO. 327                                                        APPROVE/TOWN BUDGET CALENDAR

 

Councilman Diviny offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Supervisor Stewart and was unanimously adopted:

 

WHEREAS, Article 8 of the Town Law of the State of New York provides for a budget system for a Town and  the Town Board wishes to set up a budget schedule as provided in Article 8 of the Town Law by designating various dates to implement the 2017 budget; Now, Therefore, Be It

 

RESOLVED, that the following dates are hereby set as official dates of the Town of Orangetown for the submission and adoption of the budget as required by law:

 

RESOLUTION NO. 327 – Continued

 

JUNE 30, 2016: Last date for department heads to submit a capital budget for 2017, as well as a capital improvement plan for the period 2017 through 2021;

 

JULY 8, 2016: Last date for department heads to submit estimate of 2017 operating revenues and expenditures to Supervisor with the estimates submitted in such form and containing such information as the Supervisor shall prescribe;

 

BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1 and SEPTEMBER 15, 2016: The Town Board shall endeavor to meet with department heads and amongst themselves to discuss the budget prior to the filing of the budget by the Supervisor;

 

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016: Last day for each ambulance and paramedic district, and South Orangetown libraries to submit an estimate of revenues and expenditures, as well as audited financial statements;

 

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016: Last day for the supervisor to file with the Town Clerk the tentative budget and budget message for 2017, and the estimates and schedules of the various administrative units;

 

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016: At a meeting of the Town Board at 7:30 P.M. at Town Hall, Orangeburg, New York, the Town Clerk shall distribute to the Town Board the 2017 Tentative Budget for the Town and publish it on the Town’s web site;

 

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016:  Schedule a public hearing for October 4, 2016, 8:00 p.m. regarding the Blauvelt Fire District Contract.

 

OCTOBER 4, 2016: Last day for each fire district to submit to the Town Clerk the proposed 2017 budget and notice of public hearing on the 2017 budget for public review and inclusion on the Town’s website;

 

OCTOBER 18, 2016: Public hearing date for all fire district budgets (third Tuesday in October by State law);

 

OCTOBER 18, 2016: Last day for the Town Board to complete review of Tentative Budget and file the Preliminary Budget with the Town Clerk who will publish it on the Town’s web site;

 

NOVEMBER 1, 2016: At 8:00 p.m. a public hearing on the Preliminary Budget shall be held at Town Hall, Orangeburg, New York.  At the conclusion of the hearing, the Town Board may by resolution adopt a final budget, either accepting or amending the Preliminary Budget and said budget may become the legally adopted budget for the Town of Orangetown for the year commencing January 1, 2017;

 

NOVEMBER 15, 2016:  Last regularly scheduled Workshop/RTBM before the Budget is due;

 

NOVEMBER 20, 2016:  Legal deadline for budget adoption and submittal of approved fire district budgets to the Town Finance Director who will publish the budgets on the Town’s web site.

 

Ayes:      Councilperson Diviny, Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Troy, Valentine, Bottari

Noes:      None

 

***

RESOLUTION NO. 328                                                        APPROVE/CONSULTANT SERVICES REVIEW TOWN-OFFERED HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM/CPI-HR

 

Councilperson Diviny offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Bottari and was unanimously adopted:

 

 

RESOLUTION NO. 328 – Continued

 

RESOLVED CPI-HR are to provide services to review the Town prepared Form 1095c’s for 2015 for all employees/retirees enrolled  in the Town health plan or electing to decline coverage of  our Town health insurance as mandated by The Affordable Health Care Act (ACA).   In addition, CPI-HR will review our tracking system to determine Town offered health insurance eligibility for part time employee’s under the ACA rules.  The cost of CPI-HR’s consulting services is not to exceed $2,500.00.  Cost to be charged to A.1310.457.

 

Ayes:      Councilpersons Diviny, Bottari, Troy, Valentine

Supervisor Stewart

Noes:      None

***

 

RESOLUTION NO. 329                                                        ACCEPT/RESIGNATION RETIREMENT /MAUREEN MCGRATH/JUSTICE COURT

 

Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Bottari and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, the Town of Orangetown accepts, with regret, the resignation/retirement of Maureen McGrath, Court Clerk, effective June 27, 2016.

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Bottari, Troy, Diviny, Valentine

Noes:      None

 

***

 

RESOLUTION NO. 330                                                        APPROVE GRANT DISBURSEMENT AGREEMENT /DASNY GRANT PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF A SLUDGE PRESS

 

Under new business, Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Valentine and was unanimously adopted:

 

WHEREAS, the Town has previously applied for a grant from the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (“DASNY”) for the purchase and installation of a Sludge Press for the Town Wastewater Treatment Plant; and

 

WHEREAS, the said grant was approved and awarded in the sum of $250,000.00; and

 

WHEREAS, the Town has completed all work required in order to obtain reimbursement up to the stated amount and is now required to execute a Grant Disbursement Agreement with DASNY for the receipt of the approved funding,

 

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby approves a certain Grant Disbursement Agreement with DASNY, and authorizes the Town Supervisor and the Commissioner of the Department of Environmental Management and Engineering, or their designated representative(s), to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town and to take all such further steps as may be required to obtain the said grant funding.

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Valentine, Troy, Diviny, Bottari

Noes:      None

 

***

RESOLUTION NO. 331                                                        APPROVE/POLICE REGULATION STOP SIGN/SOUTH GREENBUSH ROAD / STEVENS WAY

 

Under new business, Councilman Troy offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Bottari and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Highway Department, the Traffic Advisory Board recommends the installation of a “STOP SIGN” on the south/east corner of South Greenbush at the intersection of Stevens Way for motorists heading northbound on South Greenbush Road.  This will be six-month Police regulation.

 

Ayes:      Councilpersons Troy, Bottari, Diviny, Valentine

Supervisor Stewart

Noes:      None

***

 

RESOLUTION NO. 332                                          SET PH /NEW PROPOSED LOCAL LAW CHAPTER 43, TABLE OF REGULATIONS USE AND BULK REGULATIONS CHURCHES / SCHOOLS

 

Under new business, Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Diviny and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the Town Attorney, the Town Board hereby  sets the date of July 19, 2016, at 8:05 P.M., for a public hearing on a proposed Local Law, amending Chapter 43, Table of Regulations, regarding the Use and Bulk Regulations for Churches, similar places of worship, schools of general instruction and/or special instruction.

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Diviny, Troy, Valentine, Bottari

Noes:      None

***

 

RESOLUTION NO. 333                                          ACCEPT/RECEIVE/FILE/ TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE           

 

Supervisor Stewart offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Bottari and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, that the following documents are accepted, received and filed in the Town Clerk’s Office:

 

1. Regular Town Board Meeting minutes, 5/3/16 and 5/24/16 and Workshop Meeting minutes, May 17, 2016.
2. Letter Extension Agreement with The Noble Ninth, for 2016 Orangetown Summer Camp.
3. Counter Terrorism Training Agreement, with the County of Rockland, dated 5/27/16.
4. 2016 MS4 Stormwater Annual Report, Yr 13, dated 5/27/16.

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Bottari, Troy, Diviny, Valentine

Noes:      None

***

 

RESOLUTION NO. 334                                          POLICE PROMOTION/POLICE SERGEANT/TERENCE J HUTMACHER       

Councilman Bottari offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLUTION NO. 334 – Continued

 

RESOLVED, Terence J. Hutmacher, from Rockland County Civil Service List #13041, is hereby promoted to the position of Police Sergeant, with the Town of Orangetown, effective June 16, 2016, at a salary consistent with the labor agreement between the Town of Orangetown and Orangetown PBA.

 

Ayes:      Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Bottari, Troy, Diviny, Valentine

Noes:      None

***

RESOLUTION NO. 335                                          GENERAL FUND/GOLF COURSES REPAYMENT SCHEDULE

                                                                                     

Councilman Valentine offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Supervisor Stewart and was unanimously adopted:

 

 

WHEAREAS, the Town of Orangetown Board recognizes that at the end of 2015, there is an outstanding loan balance of approximately $6 million, from the General Fund to the Blue Hill and Broadacres Golf Courses.

 

RESOLVED, the Town agrees to a 30-year repayment schedule to pay down the entire loan, from the General Fund to the golf courses.  This equates to a minimum payment of $200K per year; however, should the golf courses generate better cash profitability, all profits will be used to repay the loan.

 

Ayes:      Councilperson Valentine, Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Troy, Diviny, Bottari

Noes:      None

***

RESOLUTION NO. 336                                          PAY VOUCHERS

 

Councilman Diviny offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Supervisor Stewart and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Finance Director, Jeff Bencik, the Finance Office is hereby authorized to pay vouchers for the General Fund, Town Outside Village, Blue Hill, Broadacres, Highway, Sewer, Capital Projects, Risk Retention, and Special Parking Funds for a total amount of  $787,410.45.

 

Ayes:   Councilperson Diviny, Supervisor Stewart

Councilpersons Troy, Valentine, Bottari

Noes:   None

***

RESOLUTION NO. 337                                          ADJOURNED/MEMORY

 

Councilman Diviny offered the following resolution, which was seconded by Councilman Troy and was unanimously adopted:

 

RESOLVED, at 10:05 p.m. the Town Board adjourned, in memory of Jacqueline (Jackie) Chesman, Pearl River; Cornelius (Neil) O’Sullivan, retired Orangetown Police Officer and Mario Ablondi, Pearl River, WW II Veteran.

 

Ayes:      Councilpersons Diviny, Troy, Valentine, Bottari

Supervisor Stewart

Noes:        None

 

 

 

_________________________________

                                                            Charlotte Madigan, Town Clerk