TONH Board Meets Tuesday

meets Tuesday, July 12, at 7:30 p.m. at . Here is a look at the agenda. 

TOWN OF NORTH HEMPSTEAD
TOWN BOARD MEETING
AGENDA

July 12, 2011                  7:30 P.M.

CONTINUATION:

1. A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE CONDEMNATION OF PROPERTY FOR PARK AND RELATED PUBLIC USE AND PURPOSES.

Synopsis: The public hearing is being held pursuant to Article 2 of the Eminent Domain Procedure Law to consider and take public comments in respect to the proposed acquisition by condemnation of real property known as the Roslyn Country Club and all interests therein (including easements owned by adjoining homeowners) for park and related public use and purposes, which is described in the Notice issued by the Town Board dated May 3, 2011. Continued from May 31, 2011.

2. A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 23 OF THE TOWN CODE ENTITLED "GOVERNMENTAL DEPARTMENTS".

Synopsis: The adoption of this local law will amend Chapter 23, Article XVII, to expand the scope of the Town's existing sexual harassment policy to include all pertinent anti-discrimination topics covered under the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's regulations. Continued from June 14, 2011.

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

3. A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AFFECTING JEANETTE DRIVE, ANNETTE DRIVE, LINDA ROAD, EVELYN ROAD, EASTERN CREST ROAD AND IRMA AVENUE, PORT WASHINGTON, NEW YORK.

Synopsis: The adoption of this ordinance will establish parking restrictions on Jeanette Drive, Annette Drive, Linda Road, Evelyn Road & Eastern Crest Road in Port Washington.

4. A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AFFECTING HENDERSON AVENUE, PORT WASHINGTON, NEW YORK.

Synopsis: The adoption of this ordinance will establish a No Stopping Here To Corner parking restriction on the north side of Henderson Avenue, west of Middle Neck Road, in Port Washington.

5. A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A HANDICAPPED PARKING SPACE ON SYLVESTER STREET, WESTBURY, NEW YORK.

Synopsis: The adoption of this ordinance will establish a handicapped parking space on the east side of Sylvester Street, north of Prospect Avenue, in Westbury/New Cassel.

6. A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 28 OF THE TOWN CODE ENTITLED "HOUSING AND REHABILITATION CODE."

Synopsis: The purpose of the amendments are to ensure that construction sites and buildings under construction are properly maintained. The local law will provide for the prompt removal of construction debris, and set standards for construction fences, storage trailers, dumpster containers and portable toilets that are used in connection with construction.

RESOLUTIONS:

7. A RESOLUTION SETTING A DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AFFECTING MANOR DRIVE, GREAT NECK, NEW YORK.

Synopsis: The adoption of this ordinance will establish Two Hour parking restrictions, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Except Saturday, Sunday & Holidays on the northwest and southeast sides of Manor Drive, in Great Neck. Tentative hearing date is August 2, 2011.

8. A RESOLUTION SETTING A DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE RESCISSION AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AFFECTING ORCHARD STREET, ROSLYN HEIGHTS, NEW YORK.

Synopsis: The rescission and adoption of this ordinance will allow official vehicles to park in the presently posted Two Hour parking restriction on Orchard Street in Roslyn Heights. Tentative hearing date is August 2, 2011.

9. A RESOLUTION SETTING A DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 70 OF THE TOWN CODE ENTITLED "ZONING".

Synopsis: The purpose of the amendment is to modify the regulations in the Residence-C District to allow, as a conditional use, a delicatessen, sandwich shop or bakery along major thoroughfares when authorized by the Board of Zoning and Appeals. Tentative hearing date is August 2, 2011.

10. A RESOLUTION SETTING A DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 52 OF THE TOWN CODE ENTITLED "TAXICABS, LIMOUSINES AND PRIVATE LIVERY VEHICLES". Tentative hearing date is August 2, 2011.

Synopsis: The purpose of the amendment to Chapter 52 is to modify the insurance requirements for vehicles licensed pursuant to the Chapter to be in accordance with New York State law. Tentative hearing date is August 2, 2011. 

11. A RESOLUTION SETTING A DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING PURSUANT TO SECTION 29A OF THE TOWN CODE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS AND A WAIVER PURSUANT TO §29A-5.A(1) OF THE TOWN CODE.

Synopsis: The purpose of this resolution is to set a hearing date to consider an application for a permit to install a fuel tank at the Shell Service Station, 220 Mineola Avenue, Roslyn Heights, New York, identified on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map as Section 7, Block G, Lot 967. Tentative hearing date is August 2, 2011.

12. A RESOLUTION SETTING A DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING PURSUANT TO SECTION 29A OF THE TOWN CODE.

Synopsis: The purpose of this resolution is to set a hearing date to consider an application for a permit to install a fuel tank at the Gulf Station, 31 Northern Blvd, Great Neck, New York, identified on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map as Section 2, Block 1, Lot 194. Tentative hearing date is August 2, 2011.

13. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE SITE PLAN APPLICATION OF NORTH SHORE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL FOR THE PREMISES LOCATED AT 300 COMMUNITY DRIVE IN MANHASSET.

Synopsis: The applicant shall provide at least one of the following services to address accessibility and mobility between the parking areas and the buildings: Accessible shuttle service from all parking areas, including the parking structure and adequate notice of this service, including signage Valet parking for handicapped and elderly visitors, with signs at the drop-off, at the parking garage and at other locations to be determined indicating that this service is available upon request.

14. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COMMISSIONER OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES TO SOLICIT BIDS FOR VARIOUS PRODUCTS AND SERVICES TOWN-WIDE.

Synopsis: Authorization will direct the solicitation of the following bids: Air Duct, Boiler & Chimney Cleaning (Town-wide), Manhole Castings and Covers (Highway) and Paint & Paint Products.

15. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TOWN CLERK TO ADVERTISE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS FOR REPAIRS TO THE ROOF AT CHARLES J. FUSCHILLO PARK, CARLE PLACE, DPW PROJECT NO. 09-08.

16. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TOWN CLERK TO ADVERTISE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE BOAT RAMP AT NORTH HEMPSTEAD BEACH PARK, PORT WASHINGTON, DPW PROJECT NO. 09-17.

17. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF A BID FOR A CARGO VAN FOR THE ANIMAL SHELTER (TNH047-2011).

18. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF A BID FOR LEASING AND MAINTENANCE OF COPIERS (TNH032-2011).

19. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF A BID FOR GROUNDS KEEPING EQUIPMENT (TNH017-2011).

20. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT FOR ROADWAY AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS ON VARIOUS TOWN ROADWAYS IN CARLE PLACE, DPW PROJECT NO. 09-20.

21. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF STREET LIGHTS AT FAIRWAY DRIVE AND HARBOR LINKS GOLF COURSE PARKING AREAS, PORT WASHINGTON, NEW YORK, DPW PROJECT NO. 11-04.

22. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RETENTION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER TO PERFORM A PHASE I ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY OF THE VACANT PROPERTY AT HARBOR HOMES, PORT WASHINGTON BOULEVARD, PORT WASHINGTON, NEW YORK.

23. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RETENTION OF SPECIAL COUNSEL TO ADVISE ON LEGAL ISSUES RELATED TO THE VACANT PROPERTY AT HARBOR HOMES, PORT WASHINGTON BOULEVARD, PORT WASHINGTON, NEW YORK.

24. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT.

25. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RETENTION OF SPECIAL COUNSEL.

26. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY REGARDING USE OF THEIR FACILITY FOR A CONFERENCE ENTITLED AGING IN PLACE IN SUBURBIA: STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS ON AUGUST 24, 2011.

27. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH JOHN MICHAEL MARINO LODGE NO. 1389.

28. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN INTERMUNICIPAL MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE GREAT NECK SCHOOL DISTRICT.

Synopsis: This agreement will authorize creating a commodity P.O.D. (Point of Distribution) at the Parkwood Park Complex upper level parking lot, and the North East Parking Lot at Great Neck South High School.

29. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH FLUSHING COMMERCIAL BANK.

Synopsis: This agreement will authorize the approval of the Cash Manager Direct Service Agreement for new Flushing Commercial Bank - Capital Projects Account.

30. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT WITH HIRSCH AND CO. LLC FOR UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS AT MICHAEL J. TULLY PARK, NEW HYDE PARK, NEW YORK, DPW PROJECT NO. 07-04R (CONTRACT NO. 1 - WATER SERVICE PIPING).

31. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT WITH HIRSCH AND CO. LLC FOR UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS AT MICHAEL J. TULLY PARK, NEW HYDE PARK, NEW YORK, DPW PROJECT NO. 07-04R (CONTRACT NO. 4 - METHANE VENTING AND ALARM SYSTEM).

32. A RESOLUTION AMENDING AN AGREEMENT WITH MICHAEL MANCINI FOR SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH PROJECT INDEPENDENCE.

33. A RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE EXECUTION OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH FRIENDS OF PORT ROWING, INC.

34. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT TO PURCHASE A FUEL WHISTLE FOR THE MANHASSET BAY PROTECTION COMMITTEE.

Synopsis: This project is being managed and funded by the Manhasset Bay Protection Committee. The total cost of the product is $1,200.00. Town is not required to commit or expend Town resources under the proposed contract.

35. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT TO PURCHASE BILGE SOCKS AND A PROFESSIONAL SPILL CONTAINMENT KIT FOR THE MANHASSET BAY PROTECTION COMMITTEE.

Synopsis: This project is being managed and funded by the Manhasset Bay Protection Committee. The total cost of the products does not exceed $10,000.00. The Town is not required to commit or expend Town resources under the proposed contract.

36. A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY.

37. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A FUND BALANCE APPROPRIATION PURSUANT TO TOWN LAW SECTION 112.

Synopsis: This resolution will authorize a 2011 Great Neck Fire Protection District Fund Balance (Fund SF125) for an unanticipated increase in the District's contract with Great Neck Vigilant Engine Hook & Ladder Company, Inc. and the increase in the LOSAP contribution for Alert Engine, Hook & Ladder and Hose Co.

38. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE PAYMENT OF A CLAIM(S) AGAINST THE TOWN OF NORTH HEMPSTEAD AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE COMPTROLLER OR DEPUTY COMPTROLLER TO PAY THE COST THEREOF.

39. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EMPLOYMENT, APPOINTMENT, TRANSFER, ADJUSTMENT, CORRECTION, CHANGE IN GRADE OR SALARY, AND/OR TERMINATION OF EMPLOYEES AND/OR OFFICIALS IN VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE TOWN.

40. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACTION OF THE ALERT ENGINE, HOOK, LADDER AND HOSE CO., NO. 1, INC., GREAT NECK, NEW YORK, REMOVING FROM MEMBERSHIP JEREMIAH SHANAHAN.

41. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACTION OF THE ATLANTIC HOOK & LADDER COMPANY, NO. 1, INC., PORT WASHINGTON, NEW YORK, IN ELECTING TO MEMBERSHIP ETHAN BROWER.

42. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACTION OF THE FIRE-MEDIC CO., NO. 1, PORT WASHINGTON, NEW YORK, IN REMOVING FROM MEMBERSHIP MARIA MERANI.

43. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACTION OF THE FLOWER HILL HOSE COMPANY, NO. 1, PORT WASHINGTON, NEW YORK, IN REMOVING FROM MEMBERSHIP TERENCE MCCALLEN.

44. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACTION OF THE ROSLYN HIGHLANDS HOOK & LADDER, ENGINE & HOSE CO., ROSLYN HEIGHTS, NEW YORK, IN ELECTING TO MEMBERSHIP MARIA REYES.

MEETING
NORTH HEMPSTEAD
SOLID WASTE 
MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY AGENDA

July 12, 2011                 

1. A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 747-2010 ADOPTED ON DECEMBER 14, 2010, WITH WEHRAN ENERGY CORPORATION (WEC).

2. A RESOLUTION AMENDING AN AGREEMENT WITH WINTER BROTHERS WASTE SERVICES.

3. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A NEW FEATURE/OPTION OF THE NEW STATE DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS.

Synopsis: Effective July 1, 2011 the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan will allow Roth designated contributions. Roth designated contributions are deducted from a participant's pay on an after-tax basis unlike regular pre-tax deferral contributions that reduce the gross taxable income. Roth contributions need to be designated separately and cannot be re-classified as a regular pre-tax deferral once made. Both Roth and pre-tax 457 contributions are combined in order to determine the maximum contribution limit.

4. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EMPLOYMENT, APPOINTMENT, TRANSFER OR CHANGE IN GRADE AND/OR SALARY OF EMPLOYEES AND OFFICIALS IN VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE AUTHORITY.