Minutes – Board Meeting 07/06/05

Minutes of the meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Mineola held Wednesday, July 6, 2005 at the Village Hall, 155 Washington Avenue, Mineola, New York.

PRESENT: Mayor Jack M. Martins

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

ALSO PRESENT: Village Attorney John Spellman

Village Clerk Joseph R. Scalero

Superintendent of Public Works Thomas Rini

Superintendent of Buildings Daniel B. Whalen

Water Department Supervisor Frederick Booher

Deputy Village Clerk Janet Zalkin

Village Auditor Giacomo Ciccone

Sunshine Observers: 23 people in attendance.

Press Observer: Joe Rizza, Mineola American

Mayor Martins opened the Work Session at 6:30 PM.

Resolution No. 250-05

Resolved to approve bills and payroll.

Motioned by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Seconded by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 251-05

Resolved to approve minutes for June of 2005.

Motioned by Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Seconded by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 252-05

Resolved to approve the Salvation Army’s request to reserve parking meters in front of 111 Willis Avenue on Tuesday, July 12, 2005 and Monday, July 18, 2005 from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM to provide space for summer camp busses.

Motioned by Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Seconded by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 253-05

Resolved to approve the request by Leisure Club President, Raymond Leonhard, for the use of a classroom in the Community Center on Tuesday, July 19, 2005 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a Leisure Club Executive Board meeting.

Motioned by Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Seconded by Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 254-05

Resolved to approve the request by County Legislator Richard Nicolello to hold a mobile mammography screening at Mineola Village Hall on Tuesday, July 26, 2005 from 8:30 AM to 2:10 PM.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Lady Cobras tabled.

Resolution No. 255-05

Resolved to approve the use of MUNICEF Grant consulting services to assist with municipal grant applications on a no fee/contingency basis.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 256-05

Resolved to approve the County Seat Kiwanis Club has requested the use of Wilson Park on Friday, July 29, 2005 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM for the recreation program annual picnic.

Motioned by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Seconded by Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 257-05

Resolved to approve the installation of a “Handicap Reserved” parking space in front of 129 White Road.

Motioned by Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Seconded by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Building Department Superintendent, Daniel B. Whalen gave the annual Building Department report (June 1, 2004 – May 31, 2005) as well as the activity and revenue report for June 2005.

Water Department Supervisor, Frederick Booher reported on hydrant and sewer maintenance and water production for the month of June.

Mayor Martins requested a motion to go into Executive Session at 7:10 PM.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Mayor Martins requested a motion to come out of Executive Session at 8:00 PM.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 258-05

Resolved to accept the resignation of Parking Enforcement Officer Florence Peterson effective August 31, 2005 and approve payment for unused accumulated time under the collective bargaining agreement.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 259-05

Resolved to accept the resignation of Luis Moreno of the Sanitation Department effective July 25, 2005 and approve payment for unused accumulated time under the collective bargaining agreement.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 260-05

Resolved to accept the resignation of Highway Department Laborer, John Rainone, effective June 27, 2005, and approve payment for unused accumulated time under the collective bargaining agreement.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 261-05

Resolved to approve the transfer of Leonardo DeRisi from the Parks Department to the Highway Department.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 262-05

Resolved to approve the transfer of Daniel Ramahlete from the Sanitation Department to the Parking Meter Department.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 263-05

Resolved to approve the hiring of David DaSilva in the Highway Department at the union starting rate.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 264-05

Resolved to approve the posting for two Laborers in the Sanitation Department.

Motioned by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Seconded by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 265-05

Resolved to approve the posting for a Laborer in the Sanitation Department.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 266-05

Resolved to approve a $1.00 /hour salary increase as authorized by the collective bargaining agreement for Water Department Employee, Gary Tuthill for obtaining

a Class D – Distribution System Operator License.

Motioned by Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Seconded by Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Mayor Martins opened the Public Meeting at 8:10 PM.

Mayor Martins wished everyone a belated Happy Fourth of July. Mayor Martins reminded everyone of the upcoming weekend concerts scheduled for Memorial Park on

July 8, 2005 and July 9, 2005 at 8:00PM.

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther wished everyone a belated Happy Fourth of July and announced that the Chamber of Commerce was on summer break.

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve reported on an article in the Cornerstone about Cardiac Care Mrs. Fairgrieve said that the plans for the 2005 Mustang Run are well underway.

Trustee Paul S. Cusato congratulated Village Attorney, John Spellman on being honored by the Republican Club. Mr. Cusato reported that the Mineola Volunteer Ambulance Corps would be holding it’s annual fundraiser car wash on Saturday, July 16, 2005 at the Community Center.

Trustee John S. DaVanzo reported that the Centennial Committee would be meeting on Thursday, July 14, 2005 and also reported that Roslyn Savings Bank and Winthrop-University Hospital will assist with start-up expenses of the yearlong celebration

Mayor Martins requested a motion to go into Executive Session to discuss legal matters at 10:30 PM.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Mayor Martins requested a motion to come out of Executive Session at 10:40 PM.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 267-05

Resolved to appoint Peter Bee as counsel to t Planning and Architectural Revue Board effective July 7, 2005.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No 268-05

Resolved to appoint Michael Vessa as the Hearing Officer to preside over an employee grievance.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Village Attorney, John Spellman announced that the Village would be holding a public hearing on Wednesday, August 10, 2005 to review Local Law as it pertains to restaurant usage and special use permits.

Mayor Martins requested a motion to approve the application by Doshi Associates, LLC

for a special use permit for the property known as 124 E. Jericho Turnpike which was heard by the Board of Trustees at a public hearing on June 8, 2005.

Resolution No. 269-05

Resolved to approve the application by Doshi Associates, LLC for a special use permit for the preparation and sale of food for the property known as 124 B E. Jerciho Turnpike, Mineola, New York, 11501.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Village Clerk, Joseph R. Scalero polled the Board of Trustees.

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Resolution No. 270-05

Resolved to deny the application by Swami Realty Management, Inc. for a special use permit for a restaurant and the preparation and sale of food upon the property known as 109 Mineola Boulevard due to misrepresentation by the applicant.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Village Clerk, Joseph R. Scalero polled the Board of Trustees.

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins

Mayor Martins requested a motion to close the meeting at 11:00 PM.

Motioned by Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Seconded by Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Vote:

Yes No Abstain

Trustee Linda Fairgrieve

Trustee John S. DaVanzo

Trustee Lawrence A. Werther

Trustee Paul S. Cusato

Mayor Jack M. Martins