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OTHERS: C.E.’s Office: Bill Randolph, Ingrid Bent; Budget Dept.: Kate Carrano, Dianne Vanadia, Brian Fitzpatrick; Law Dept.: Alan Scheinkman; Planning: Joyce Lannert; Fran McLaughlin; PRC: John Condon; DPW: Anthony Landi, Ralph Butler; Labs & Research: Dr. Hyland, Tom McGimpsey; CBAC/Planning Board: George Hosey; Corrections/Probation: Rocco Pozzi; Corrections: Tony Czarnecki, Joe Miranda; Finance: Peter Pucillo, John Waltman; BOL: Legislator Pinto, Barbara Dodds, Chris Chang, Robert J. Boland, Tina Seckerson
Chairman Wishnie called the meeting to order at 10: 10 a.m.
DISCUSSION:
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On motion of Legislator Kaplowitz, seconded by Legislator LaMotte, the motion to approve the Minutes of March 27, 2000 was carried by a vote of 7-0.
BOND ACT:
C1: SPC28 & SOS18: Furnace Upgrade/Sludge Handling Port Chester Wastewater Treatment Plant and Incineration Upgrade/Sludge Handling Ossining Wastewater Treatment Plant (3/27/00) (Also referred to ENV)
· The Committee was informed by the Budget Department that this legislation should not have been submitted to the Board as a decision to haul the sludge out was made and the contract went through the Board of Acquisition and Contract. Therefore, the Budget Department requested that this matter be received and filed.
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On motion of Legislator Kaplowitz, seconded by Legislator Carsky, the motion to Receive and File this item was carried by a vote of 7-0.
A12) SCOUT FIELD:
Proposed Act authorizing the County to enter into an IMA agreement to license the premises known as Scout Field with the City of Mount Vernon and the Village of Bronxville. (2/28/00) (Also referred to PRC)
· On-going lease agreement used to be with Yonkers, Bronxville & Mt. Vernon. Yonkers no longer a part of the agreement, as they opted out of the agreement.
On motion of Legislator Kaplowitz, seconded by Legislator Carsky, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 7-0. With Legislator Carsky signing “Without Prejudice”.
C) BOND ACTS: (NOTE: All bond acts have been reviewed by sub-committees of B&A)
16. B0038: Proposed Bond Act authorizing the issuance of $1,000,000 in Bonds – A/C Equipment Replacement and CFC’s (DPW). (2/28/00)
· Required to finance the modification or replacement of various air conditioning/refrigeration system in County facilities located at the Department of Public Safety, Department of Correction and the Former Bureau of Purchase and Supply building on the Valhalla campus.
On motion of Legislator Swanson, seconded by Legislator Kaplowitz, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 7-0.
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17. BCR05: Proposed Bond Act Amendment authorizing the issuance of $1,100,000 in Bonds – Infrastructure Improvements, Department of Correction. (2/28/00)
· Required to finance the cost of infrastructure improvements to the Department of Correction Complex.
· Work will include infrastructure improvements to the existing buildings for continued use, including roof replacement, exterior waterproofing and window replacement at the H Block, E-Dorm and Old Jail Gym.
· Previous bonding legislation in the amount of $400,000 was authorized pursuant to Act 16-1998. No funds have been borrowed against this authorization.
On motion of Legislator Swanson, seconded by Legislator Kaplowitz, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 7-0.
20. B0021: Proposed Bond Act authorizing the issuance of $4,200,000 in Bonds –Michaelian Office Building Modernization. (2/28/00)
· Required to finance the cost of the renovations to upgrade various floors within the Michaelian Office Building.
· Renovations will include a building wide access control system, along with renovation to reconfigure office space, the installation of new suspended ceilings, lights, HVAC modifications, carpeting and computer wiring.
· 1st floor renovations, budget dept renovations, 8th floor chambers, security system for building
On motion of Legislator Noto, seconded by Legislator Young, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 6-0, with Legislator Carsky out for the vote.
21. BGS03: Proposed Bond Act authorizing issuance of $3,000,000 in Bonds – Mount Vernon Office Complex, Renovations/Infrastructure Upgrades. (2/28/00)
· Required to fund the cost of construction of office space renovations at the Mount Vernon District Office Building.
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· Several floors will be reconstructed to accommodate the needs of various County Departments, including DOT, DSS and Probation.
· Work will include: reconfigure space, installation of new suspended ceilings, lighting, carpeting, wiring and HVAC modifications.
On motion of Legislator Young, seconded by Legislator Noto, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 7-0 with Legislator LaMotte signing “Without Prejudice”.
28. BLR03: Proposed Bond Act authorizing the issuance of $1,335,000 in Bonds – Expansion and Renovation-Labs and Research. (2/28/00)
· Required to complete the expansion and renovation of the environmental Sciences Laboratories and the Department of Labs and Research.
· The alterations are required to maintain proper accreditation and allow the lab to continue to provide essential environmental testing and analyses.
· Bonding authorization is required to fund additional alterations including a metal free analysis room, walk in refrigeration, security, electrical and HVAC modifications.
· There was a discussion with regard to potential revenue from this project. Mr. McGimpsey stated that the issue is to maintain what we have, although there will be additional revenue. Mrs. Carrano stated that we are recovering the operating expenses. Mr. Kaplowitz asked about the fee structure. Dr. Hyland stated that the prices are at their max because they are a government institution and cannot appear to be competing with other labs. Mr. Wishnie asked that the Administration evaluate the fee structure. Mr. Kaplowitz stated that he would like to see a business plan or pro-forma for Labs & Research to see if there is an opportunity for re-couping our investment in addition to re-evaluating the fee structure.
· No action was taken on this item at this time.
29. BPS06: Proposed Bond Act authorizing the issuance of $395,000 in Bonds – Public Safety Headquarters Infrastructure. (2/28/00)
· Required to finance the cost of infrastructure improvements including roof replacement at the Public Safety Headquarters (existing facility).
On motion of Legislator Swanson, seconded by Legislator LaMotte, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 7-0.
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30. BSS07: Proposed Bond Act authorizing the issuance of $600,000 in Bonds – 85 Court Street Renovation. (2/28/00)
· Required to finance the design of improvements to the Department of Social Services office space at 85 Court Street.
· The first floor will be completely redesigned and renovated to be used as a central reception/interview area for customers of all on-site DSS programs.
· The project involves re-design, demolition, construction, purchase of materials, furnishing and equipment.
· New areas will include a customer resource room, child-care center, built in lighting, and computers.
· The project will be phased to allow for ongoing operations.
· This $600,000 is for design.
· Mrs. Carsky asked if the firm hired to do design will also do construction administration to allow for continuity on the project. Commissioner Landi stated that construction administration will be done with County staff.
On motion of Legislator Swanson, seconded by Legislator Young, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 7-0.
35. RB019: Proposed Bond Act Amendment authorizing the issuance of $600,000 in Bonds – Rehabilitation of Central Westchester Parkway, White Plains/North Castle. (2/28/00)
· Required to fund the cost of rehabilitation of the Central Westchester Parkway in White Plains and North Castle from Grant Street to Route 22.
· Bonding legislation will fund Phase I Design and Construction and Phase II Design.
· Phase I work will include widening the shoulder on the west side of the roadway, drainage improvements, installation of guiderail, curbing and pavement markings.
· Phase II will include widening of the shoulder on the east side of the roadway, drainage improvements, installation of guiderail and possibly a center median barrier, resurfacing and relocation of a pedestrian bridge.
· Previous bonding legislation in the amount of $120,000 was authorized pursuant to Act 32-1999. No funds have been borrowed against this authorization.
· SEQR takes wetlands into account.
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On motion of Legislator Kaplowitz, seconded by Legislator Young, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 7-0.
18. T0023: Proposed Bond Act authorizing the issuance of $300,000 in Bonds – Modernize Central Maintenance Facility in Yonkers. (2/28/00)
· Required to finance the cost of infrastructure improvements to the Central; Maintenance Facility in Yonkers.
· The requested bonding authorization would fund the design of infrastructure including an electrical system upgrade and boiler replacement.
· Ongoing investment to maintain structure.
· There was a discussion with regard to the yearly cost to the County of this building (between $400,000-$500,000 per year in principal and interest and $200,000 per year acquisition cost)
On motion of Legislator Carsky, seconded by Legislator Kaplowitz, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 7-0.
19. SY075: Proposed Bond Act authorizing the issuance of $300,000 in Bonds – Pump Station Rehabilitation, Saw Mill SSD. (2/28/00)
· Required to finance the rehabilitation of the Briarcliff Pump Station.
· Bonding legislation is needed to fund design and construction management.
· Construction management funds will not be expended if the Board does not authorize construction funding.
· For design and construction administration by the same firm
On motion of Legislator Carsky, seconded by Legislator LaMotte, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 7-0.
42. RYON1: Proposed Bond Act authorizing the issuance of $350,000 in Bonds – Rehabilitation and Revitalization – Yonkers Waterfront. (2/28/00)
· To fund improvements at the Yonkers Waterfront.
· These improvements are part of the partnership between the County and the City of Yonkers to rehabilitate and revitalize the Yonkers Waterfront.
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· Bonding Legislation is needed to fund design for all phases ($100,000) and Phase I construction ($250,000) of improvements tot he northern park terminus which will consist of the former Habirshaw property and a portion of the County-owned former Naval Militia site.
· Site improvement, as required by Scenic Hudson as a condition of their participation in site acquisition, will serve to increase public access to the Hudson River.
· Phase I improvements will be accomplished at the Habirshaw property and include soil remediation, property grading, parking lot improvements and fencing.
On motion of Legislator Carsky, seconded by Legislator Kaplowitz, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 5-0 with Legislators Noto and Swanson out for the vote.
A5) UNISSUED PORTIONS OF BOND ACTS:
· This bond act would amend various bond acts previously adopted by the Board to rescind the unissued portions of the authorizations pursuant to such bond acts.
· It was explained that some of the projects for which bonding authorization was given were never undertaken, have been completed or the scope of the project changed and there is still excess unissued authorizations. The excess should be rescinded.
· This bond act will amend each such bond act by reducing the respective amounts of bonds authorized to be issued pursuant to each such bond act to the amounts actually issued for each such capital project.
On motion of Legislator Swanson, seconded by Legislator Carsky, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 5-0 with Legislators Noto and Swanson out for the vote.
D) RECOMMITTED ITEMS:
· Chairman Wishnie asked the County Attorney for an explanation with regard to the legality of combining several bond acts which were recommitted at the Board’s last meeting (3/27/00).
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· Mr. Scheinkman stated that his office met with bond counsel who opined that that bond acts were legally appropriate as submitted.
The Committee reconsidered the following bond acts:
3. RBO1E & RBO2R: Authorizing the issuance of $1,500,000 in bonds – Rehabilitation f two bridges – Albany Post Road over Annsville Creek and Broad Street Viaduct in Yonkers.
On motion of Legislator Kaplowitz, seconded by Legislator LaMotte, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 5-0 with Legislators Noto and Swanson out for the vote.
4. RGIP1: authorizing the issuance of $200,000 in bonds – Renovations at Saxon Woods and Sprain Lake Golf Course Clubhouses.
On motion of Legislator Kaplowitz, seconded by Legislator LaMotte, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 5-0 with Legislators Noto and Swanson out for the vote.
5. RGIP2, RLAS3, RMUS3, & RP23E: Authorizing the issuance of $160,000 in bonds – Various Parks projects.
On motion of Legislator Kaplowitz, seconded by Legislator LaMotte, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 5-0 with Legislators Carsky and LaMotte signing “Without Prejudice and Legislators Noto and Swanson out for the vote.
6. RGIP7: Authorizing the issuance of $720,000 in bonds – Improvements to playgrounds at Kensico Dam Plaza, Ridge Road Park, Saxon Woods and Sprain Ridge Park.
On motion of Legislator Kaplowitz, seconded by Legislator LaMotte, the motion to approve this item was carried by a vote of 5-0 with Legislators Noto and Swanson out for the vote.
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HILLPOINT PROPERTY PURCHASE:
· The County Attorney suggested the Committee make a change in the Committee Report (ON FILE) with regard to the acquisition of the Hillpoint Property. The Board is scheduled to vote on this matter at a Special Meeting being held today at 3:00 p.m.
On motion of Legislator Kaplowitz, seconded by Legislator LaMotte, the motion to amend the Committee Report was approved by a vote of 5-0 with Legislators Noto and Swanson out for the vote.
A&C CALENDAR:
1. Matters Laid Over: There was a matter laid over from last week’s A&C Calendar with regard to amending an agreement with Campbell Associates for consulting services for the development of the Department of emergency Services, extending the expiration date from 3/31/00 to 6/30/00 and increasing the total amount of the contract from $26,000 to a new amount not to exceed $52,000.
· Budget Director explained that a transfer is being sent to the Board but could not be completed before the contract went to A&C.
2. A&C Calendar – April 6, 2000
· All questions are to be directed to Mr. Boland.
RECEIVED & FILED:
On motion of Legislator Kaplowitz, seconded by Legislator Carsky, the motion to Receive and File agenda items A1, A2, and A4 (gift acceptances) and A4 & A6 (court-ordered certioraris) was carried by a vote of 5-0 with Legislators Noto and Swanson out for the vote.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further items for discussion, on motion of Legislator LaMotte, seconded by Legislator Carsky, the meeting was adjourned at 11:50 a.m.