Draft                                 January 7, 2016

 

                                  Rockville Centre, New York

 

The Board of Trustee held a Public Briefing Session on the above date in the Mayor’s Office at 6:00 p.m. On motion of Trustee Howard, duly seconded by Trustee Grillo and unanimously carried the Board voted to convene in Executive Session to discuss matters leading to the appointment of a person or persons and to obtain legal advice at 6:04 p.m.

 

PRESENT: Mayor Francis X. Murray, Trustees Nancy Howard, Edward J. Oppenheimer, Michael Sepe and Emilio F. Grillo

 

ALSO PRESENT: Village Attorney A. Thomas Levin and Deputy Village Administrator Michael Schussheim

 

Mayor Murray excused himself at 6:08 p.m. and returned at 7:14 p.m.

 

On motion of Trustee Howard, duly seconded by Trustee Grillo and unanimously carried, the Board voted to return to Public Briefing Session at 7:14 p.m.

 

PRESENT: Mayor Francis X. Murray, Trustees Nancy Howard, Edward J. Oppenheimer, Michael Sepe and Emilio F. Grillo

 

ALSO PRESENT: Village Attorney A. Thomas Levin and Deputy Village Administrator Michael Schussheim

 

Mayor Murray advised that properly advertised Bid #1611DPW(824) Department of Public Works Boiler Replacement 10 Sunrise Highway was opened on December 11, 2015 with the following results:

 

The following companies did not respond:  Rocon Plumbing & Heating Corp. and IsqFT, Inc.

 

     VENDOR                            COST

 

Turnabout Plumbing & Heating, II LLC.      $49,500.00

 

Premier Mechanical Services, Inc.     $122,000.00

 

On motion of Trustee Sepe, duly seconded by Trustee Grillo and unanimously carried, the Board approved the award to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all required specifications namely Turnabout Plumbing and Heating II LLC. for a cost of $49,500.00.

 

On motion of Trustee Grillo, duly seconded by Trustee Sepe and unanimously carried, the Board voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:26 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Draft                                 January 14, 2016

 

                                  Rockville Centre, New York

 

The Board of Trustee held a Public Briefing Session at 6:00 p.m. on the above date in the Mayor’s Office.

 

PRESENT: Mayor Francis X. Murray, Trustees Nancy Howard, Edward J. Oppenheimer, Michael Sepe and Emilio F. Grillo

 

On motion of Trustee Sepe, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and carried by a vote of four to none, the Board voted to approve the recommended settlement in the Harold Janssen litigation.  Trustee Grillo recused himself from the discussion and vote with respect to this matter.

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee

Sepe and unanimously carried, the Board voted to convene in Executive Session to discuss matters leading to the appointment of one or more persons at 6:14 p.m.

 

PRESENT: Mayor Francis X. Murray, Trustees Nancy Howard, Edward J. Oppenheimer, Michael Sepe and Emilio F. Grillo

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and unanimously carried the Board voted to return to Public Briefing at 7:10 p.m.

 

PRESENT: Mayor Francis X. Murray, Trustees Nancy Howard, Edward J. Oppenheimer, Michael Sepe and Emilio F. Grillo

 

On motion of Trustee Grillo duly seconded by Trustee Oppenheimer and unanimously carried to the Board voted to adjourn the meeting at 7:15 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DRAFT                             January 28, 2016

 

                                  Rockville Centre, New York

 

The Board of Trustees held a Public Briefing Session at 6:00 p.m. on the above date in the Mayor’s Office.

 

PRESENT: Mayor Francis X. Murray, Trustees Nancy Howard, Edward J. Oppenheimer, Michael Sepe and Emilio F. Grillo arrived at 6:15 p.m.

 

ALSO PRESENT: Deputy Comptroller Dorothy Hansman, Deputy Village Administrator/Strategic Planning Kathleen Murray, Chief of Police Charles Gennario, First Assistant Chief Brian Cook, Deputy Superintendent of Public Works John Thorp, Superintendent of Recreation Anthony Brunetta, Supervisor of Water Distribution Kevin Reilly, Superintendent of Buildings Daniel Casella, Information Technology Eric Theodore, Director of Senior Services Chris O’Leary, Deputy Director of Senior Services Wendy Weinstock, Deputy Clerk/Treasure Mary Schmeling, Director of MLK Center Patrick Morris, Public Relations Counsel Julie Grilli, Secretary to the Board of Trustees Gwynne Feiner

 

ATTENDANCE:  Approximately 2 people

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and carried by a vote of four to none, the Board voted to ratify the execution of the Third amended Tolling Agreement between the Incorporated Village of Rockville Centre and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) extended until August 1, 2016.

 

The Board reviewed the 2-1-16 agenda and the Briefing Session agenda without taking any further action.

 

On motion of Trustee Howard, duly seconded by Trustee Grillo unanimously carried, the Board voted to recess the meeting at 6:35 p.m.

 

The Board of Trustees reconvened a Public Briefing Session at 7:25 p.m. on the above date in the Mayor’s Office.

 

On motion of Trustee Sepe, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and unanimously carried, the Board voted to convene in Executive Session at 7:30 p.m. to discuss pending litigation and matters leading to the appointment of a particular person.

 

PRESENT: Mayor Francis X. Murray, Trustees Nancy Howard, Edward J. Oppenheimer, Michael Sepe and Emilio F. Grillo

 

ALSO PRESENT: Deputy Comptroller Dorothy Hansman, Deputy Village Administrator Planning and Strategic Initiatives Kathleen Murray, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer Mary Schmeling

 

On motion of Trustee Howard, duly seconded by Trustee Sepe and unanimously carried, the Board voted to return to Public Briefing at 8:02 p.m.

 

The Board discussed a recommendation from Claims Service Bureau for settlement of a Worker’s Compensation claim by Martin Atela. On motion of Trustee Sepe, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and unanimously carried, the Board approved the recommendation and authorized the recommended settlement.

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee Grillo, the Board voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:04 p.m.

DRAFT                             February 1, 2016

 

                                  Rockville Centre, New York

 

The Board of Trustees held a Public Briefing Session at 6:00 p.m. on the above date in the Mayor’s Office.

 

PRESENT: Mayor Francis X. Murray, Trustees Nancy Howard, Edward J. Oppenheimer, Michael Sepe and Emilio F. Grillo

 

ALSO PRESENT: Village Attorney A. Thomas Levin and Deputy Village Administrator Kathleen Murray

 

On motion of Trustee Grillo, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and unanimously carried, the Board voted to convene in Executive Session at 6:15 p.m. to discuss matters leading to the appointment of one or more persons and to obtain legal advice.

 

PRESENT: Mayor Francis X. Murray, Trustees Nancy Howard, Edward J. Oppenheimer, Michael Sepe and Emilio F. Grillo

 

ALSO PRESENT: Village Attorney A. Thomas Levin and Deputy Village Administrator Kathleen Murray

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and unanimously carried, the Board voted to return to Public Briefing and adjourn the meeting at 6:58 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DRAFT                             February 1, 2016

 

                                  Rockville Centre, New York

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees was held on the above date in Village Hall. Mayor Murray opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m.

 

PRESENT: Mayor Francis X. Murray, Trustees Nancy Howard, Edward J. Oppenheimer, Michael Sepe and Emilio F. Grillo

 

 

ALSO PRESENT: Village Attorney A. Thomas Levin, Deputy Comptroller Dorothy Hansman, Deputy Village Administrator/Strategic Planning Kathleen Murray, Deputy Superintendent of Public Works John Thorp, Superintendent of Electric Philip Andreas, Superintendent of Recreation Anthony Brunetta, Police Commissioner Charles Gennario, Fire Chief Robert J. Seaman, Supervisor of Water Distribution Kevin Reilly, Superintendent of Buildings Daniel Casella, Director of Senior Services Chris O’Leary, Deputy Director of Senior Services Wendy Weinstock, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer Mary Schmeling, Public Relations Counsel Julie Grilli, Secretary to the Board of Trustees Gwynne Feiner

 

ATTENDANCE: Approximately 50 people

 

Fire Chief Robert J. Seaman, First Assistant Chief Brian Cook and Second Assistant Chief Chief Eric Burel led the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

Mayor Murray introduced Greg Schaefer, President of the Chamber of Commerce.  Mr. Schaefer gave a detailed review the Chamber’s activities in 2015.

 

Mayor Murray introduced Fire Chief Robert J. Seaman.  Chief Seaman gave details regarding a Cardiac call where members of the RVC Fire Department made a Pre-Hospital save. Chief Seaman and the Board of Trustees thanked the Fire Department members involved and presented certificates.

 

Deputy Mayor Howard gave details of the RVC Fire Department response to an aided case.  RVC PD and RVC FD responded and Trustee Oppenheimer was first on scene.  The joint effort resulted in a Pre-Hospital Save.  The Mayor and Board of Trustees presented certificates to all involved.

 

Trustee Sepe described a recent incident in which the Rockville Centre Police Department arrested a Lynbrook resident for allegedly stealing bleachers, car parts and other items belonging to the Village.  Trustee Sepe described the great Detective work and thanked all those involved for their dedication and quick resolution.

 

Deputy Village Administrator Kathleen Murray recounted the events of the blizzard of 2016.  Mrs. Murray thanked all departments involved and described in detail the exemplary efforts of the Village employees.

 

ACB Case #1-2016 Cedar Land Group 69 Pine Street.

 

Building Superintendent Daniel Casella introduced Todd O’Connell, Cedar Land Group.  The owners are seeking to construct a single two story family dwelling.  Mr. O’Connell presented the plans to the Board for their review and questions.

DRAFT                             February 1, 2016

 

                                  Rockville Centre, New York

 

After hearing all persons who wished to be heard, on motion of Trustee Howard, duly seconded by Trustee Sepe and unanimously carried, the Board voted to close the Public Hearing with respect to 69 Pine Street.

 

For details of the comments and discussions from the Board and public please refer to the DVD.

 

On motion of Trustee Sepe, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and unanimously carried the Board voted to approve Exterior Design Review Case #01-2016.

 

Mayor Murray opened a Public Hearing regarding Community Development Block Grant Program Year 42.

 

After hearing all interested persons in attendance, on motion of Trustee Howard, duly seconded by Trustee Oppenheimer and unanimously carried, the Board voted to close the Public Hearing regarding Community Development Block Grant Program Year 42.

 

For details of the comments and discussions from the Board and public please refer to the DVD.

 

On motion of Trustee Howard, duly seconded by Trustee Grillo carried by a vote of four to none, the Board voted to approve Real Estate Tax Refund Settlements as proposed by Village Tax Certiorari Counsel, Gary Fishberg of Cullen and Dykman.  Trustee Oppenheimer recused himself from discussion and vote.

 

Jane Development Associates            19 Clinton Avenue

Labou Inc.                            215-217 Sunrise Highway.

90 South Park Owners, Inc              90 South Park Avenue

176 North Village Ave Associates,Inc. 176 North Village Ave

Capital One Bank                      73 Lincoln Ave

Sedana Realty                         273 Sunrise Highway

Chart Organization                    45 North Village Ave

94-18 Roosevelt Avenue Corp            270 Merrick Road

Mayfair Apartments Corp               200 North Village Avenue

75 Maine Avenue Owner’s Corp           75 Maine Ave

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee Grillo unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the FY 2016 Overdue Real Estate Tax Roll.

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee Grillo and unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the following Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign the CSEA Supervisor’s Unit Contract.

    

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INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

 

February 1, 2016

 

A RESOLUTION RATIFYING AND ADOPTING A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE AND LOCAL 1000, CSEA/AFSCME, AFL-CIO

 

            WHEREAS, the Incorporated Village of Rockville Centre and Local 1000, CSEA/AFSCME, AFL-CIO have negotiated a five year collective bargaining agreement, effective June 1, 2012.

DRAFT                             February 1, 2016

 

                                  Rockville Centre, New York

 

 

            NOW, THEREFORE, THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

 

            1,         The Mayor is authorized on behalf of the Village to enter into a five year collective bargaining agreement with Local 1000, CSEA/AFSCME, AFL-CIO, effective June 1, 2012 and expiring on May 31, 2017.  A copy of the collective bargaining agreement is attached hereto as Exhibit A, and is incorporated by reference herein.

 

 

            ADOPTED by the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Rockville Centre at a regular meeting thereof this 1st day of February.

 

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On motion of Trustee Grillo, duly seconded by Trustee Oppenheimer and unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the Professional Services Contract with Environmental Laboratories Incorporated (ELI) for the testing of Engines 11,12 &13 at a cost of $25,640.00.

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the Professional Services Contract with Eneractive Solutions, LLC for preliminary engineering for NOx catalysts for Units 9 & 10 at a cost of $8,856.00.

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the Professional Services Contract with H2M Architects, Engineers, Land Surveying and Landscape Architecture, D.P.C. to provide engineering associated with the preparation of 2015 annual Water Supply Statement and Consumer Confidence Report at a cost not to exceed $3,000.00.

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the Soil Mechanics Drilling Corporation for core sampling associated with the 2016 Road Program at a cost of $29,975.00.

 

On motion of Trustee Grillo, duly seconded by Trustee Oppenheimer and unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the following Resolution regarding Farmers Market Agreement for 2016.

 

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RESOLVED, that the Mayor is authorized to enter into an agreement with Ethel Terry d/b/a Long Island Growers Market, 35870 Main Road, Orient, New York 11957, to renew a prior agreement, and to permit a Farmer's Market to be located at Parking Field 12 on Sundays during the period May 29, 2016 through November 29, 2016, in the form prepared by the Village Attorney, and it is further

 

RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees, as lead agency pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act, hereby determines that the foregoing agreement is a Type II Action which requires no environmental review.

 

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DRAFT                             February 1, 2016

 

                                  Rockville Centre, New York

 

On motion of Trustee Howard, duly seconded by Trustee Grillo and unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the attendance of the following Fire Department members of the truck committee: Charles Krahm, Thomas Nofi, Bruce Schwarting and James K. Avondet at the Mid-Construction Inspection Trip in Brandon, South Dakota from 02-22-2016 through 02-26-2016 at a cost of $2,820.00

 

On motion of Trustee Howard, duly seconded by Trustee Grillo and unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the attendance of the following Fire Department members of the truck committee: First Assistant Brian Cook, Ex-Chief Mark Murray, First Lieutenant Erik Albrecht, Michael Lamonica, Ex-Chief Louis Franco, David Laupheimer at the Mid-Construction Inspection Trip in Brandon, South Dakota from 02-22-2016 through 02-24-2016 at a cost of $4,230.00

 

On motion of Trustee Howard, duly seconded by Trustee Grillo and unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the attendance of the following Fire Department members of the truck committee: Chief Robert Seaman, Ex-Chief Peter Grandazza, William Ruckdeshel, Stephen Dondero, Remy Jean-Francois and John Benton at the Mid-Construction Inspection Trip in Brandon, South Dakota from 02-23-2016 through 02-25-2016 at a cost of $4,230.00

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the attendance of Police Officer Nicholas DeLuca at the Annual National Conference on Bullying & Child Victimization in Orlando, FL from 02-21-2016 through 02-24-2016 at a cost of $1,675.00.

 

On motion of Trustee Sepe, duly seconded by Trustee Oppenheimer and unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the following minutes:

 

          Executive Session ---------------Jan 4, 2016

          Briefing Session ----------------Jan 4, 2016

          Board Meeting -------------------Jan 4, 2016

 

Mayor Murray announced that the Fire Department had submitted a report regarding changes in department membership as of January 19, 2016. Edward Sieban has resigned from Woodland Engine Co. No.4 and Christopher J. Sheppard has joined Reliance Hose Co. No.3. Our membership remains at 342 members. The Junior membership remains at 25 members.

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and unanimously carried, the Board voted to approve the Fire Department Membership Report.

 

This concluded the business portion of the meeting.  For a verbatim record, and for the special comment period, please refer to the DVD.

 

DRAFT                             February 1, 2016

 

                                  Rockville Centre, New York

 

On motion of Trustee Oppenheimer, duly seconded by Trustee Howard and unanimously carried, the Board voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:25 p.m.

 

 

                             ___________________________

                                  Mary Schmeling

                                  Deputy Clerk Treasurer

 

 

 

 

 

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