MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING 

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES 

held on March 13, 2024  

PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT: 

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                      Trustee Greg LiCalzi

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                              Trustee Regina Im                                         

Trustee Joseph Williams  

Robert Morici, Morici & Morici, LLP

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance. 

A Motion to open the Public Meeting was made by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, seconded by Mayor Ceriello, and called to order at 7:40 pm and approved by all.

 

MINUTES 

A motion to approve the minutes for February 12, 2024, Board of Trustees meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, and approved by all. 

 

 FINANCIAL REPORT

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo presented the tentative 2025 budget to the Board.

Two changes:

·         Improvements $25,000

·         Parks and Grounds Revitalization $35,000 not Parks and Grounds Supplies

 

NEW BUSINESS

·         It was determined that the Sauvigne residence at 312 Trumbull Road will keep their old shutters on the sides of the home coordinating with the new shutters on the front of the home.

 

·         A motion to appoint Colleen Sharkey to the BAC (Building Advisory Committee) was made by Trustee Williams, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all.

 

 

REPORTS

·         JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for February 2024 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $3,160.

·         BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2023 to March 8, 2024 a total of 107 permits have been issued totaling $130,223 in Building Permit Fees.

·         POLICE REPORT:  The Police Report for January 2024 notes no Burglary-Residence, One (1) Burglary-Business, no Robberies, no Larceny-Auto incident, no Larceny (other than auto), one (1) Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 59 summonses (55 Movers and 4 Parkers). 

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, seconded by Trustee Williams and unanimously approved at 8:08 pm. 

 

Questions/Comments were received from the following: 

 

______________________________                        ______________________________ 

         Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                      Tara Gibbons 

                  Mayor                                                                   Treasurer/Clerk 

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING 

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES 

held on February 12, 2024  

   

PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT: 

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                      Trustee Joseph Williams

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                              Trustee Regina Im                                         

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.  

Robert Morici, Morici & Morici, LLP

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance. 

A Motion to open the Public Meeting was made by Trustee Williams, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, and called to order by Mayor Ceriello at 7:35 pm and approved by all.

 

MINUTES 

A motion to approve the minutes for January 10, 2024, Board of Trustees meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, seconded by Trustee Williams, and approved by all. 

 

MAYOR’S REPORT

The Mayor attended a meeting regarding the recent crimes in Flower Hill.  Nassau County Police Commissioner, Patrick Ryder, provided the following suggestions to increase home safety: home alarm, Ring video camera, locking all doors/windows, additional outside lighting and dogs.  In addition, locking car doors at night and keeping car keys out of sight in the home.  The Mayor announced that the Village will be installing license plate readers at all sixth entrances.  After a lengthy discussion with residents, the Mayor concluded that he will consider the idea of hiring private security in the next coming months following careful review of statistical information received from other Villages and the sixth precinct.

 

NEW BUSINESS

·         The Mayor made a motion to engage D&B Engineers and Architects to provide 2024 Stormwater Management Program Services up to amount of $15,800, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all.

·         The Mayor approved the SCA Fair to be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 9 am to 6 pm, with a rain date of May 5th on the Munsey Park School Field.  The Village will continue to place No Parking signs on the designated Munsey Park streets the day of the affair.

 

·         JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for January 2024 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $1,248.

·         BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2023 to February 8, 2024 a total of 99 permits have been issued totaling $120,443 in Building Permit Fees.

·         POLICE REPORT:  The Police Report for January 2024 notes no Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, no Larceny-Auto incident, no Larceny (other than auto), no Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 26 summonses (25 Movers and 1 Parkers). 

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, seconded by Trustee Williams and unanimously approved at 9:09 pm. 

 

Questions/Comments were received from the following: 

Carroll

Noone

Azran

Spignolia

Vignola

Russell

 

 

 

 

 

 

______________________________                        ______________________________ 

         Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                      Tara Gibbons 

                  Mayor                                                                   Treasurer/Clerk 

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING 

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES 

held on Wednesday, January 10, 2024  

 

  

PRESENT:                                                                                        ABSENT: 

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                              Trustee Joseph Williams

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                 

Trustee Regina Im                                

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.  

Robert Morici, Morici & Morici, LLP

Paul Pepper, Morici & Morici, LLP 

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance. 

 

A Motion to open the Public Meeting was made by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, seconded by Trustee LiCalzi, and called to order by Mayor Ceriello at 7:35 pm and approved by all. 

 

MINUTES 

A motion to approve the minutes for the December 13, 2023, Board of Trustees meeting was made by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all. 

NEW BUSINESS

55 Trumbull Road

Mr. Khameni appealed to the Board and explained that the glass on sidelight broke/water damage, which prompted him to immediately replace the door/sidelight in same color/style, but he did not apply for a permit and subsequently did not receive BAC approval on new materials.   Deputy Mayor D’Angelo made a motion to legalize the front door and sidelight at 55 Trumbull Road (Khameni) seconded by Trustee Im and approved by all. 

76 Kensett Road (Melvin Residence)

TJ Costello/Steven Carbone, Hierarchy Architects, presented the proposed work to level rear yard at 76 Kensett Road by excavating existing grade and adding a stone retaining wall.   A motion to approve the grading and stone wall application was made by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, seconded by Trustee LiCalzi, and approved by all. 

1681 – 1699 Northern Boulevard

Vivian Moo, Representative Forest Avenue Commons, appealed to the Board after receiving a summons from the Village of Munsey Park Cout for violation of Ordinance 200-33 of the MP Village Code in that a dumpster was placed in a rear parking area reserved for automobiles.  Forest Avenue Commons is asking the BOT to allow/designate one to two parking spots to hold their dumpster. Mayor Ceriello agreed that the dumpster issue needed to be addressed as well as the overall condition of the Munsey Park Center and that he would further discuss option with the Village Code Enforcer, T. Diproperzio.  (As of 2/7/2024 the application to designate a parking space has since been withdrawn by Forest Ave. Commons).

 

PUBLIC HEARING (Transcript available at Village Hall and new local laws are on our website under Village Codes)

·         Local Law 1 – 15 2024

 

ELECTION INSPECTORS

A motion to approve the election inspectors: Karen Ghaffari and Deanna Chantly both residents of Manhasset for the Village Election on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at Village Hall from Noon to 9 PM was made by Mayor Ceriello, Seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all.  The compensation rate for the day will be $200 and dinner will be provided.

 

ASSISTANCE WITH SNOW REMOVAL

Mayor Ceriello made a motion for the Village to hire a part-time employee to plow on as needed bases at a salary to be determined by Mayor’s approval, seconded by Trustee Im and approved by all. 

 

MAYOR’S REPORT

Mayor Ceriello reported that renovations to Village Hall are mostly complete except the shutters need to be ordered/installed and some small open items.

 

FINANCIAL REPORTS

·         JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for December 2023 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $3,069.

·         BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2023 to January  3, 2024 a total of 93 permits have been issued totaling $98,186.00 in Building Permit Fees.

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, seconded by Trustee Im and unanimously approved at 8:29pm. 

 

Questions/Comments were received from the following: 

NONE

 

______________________________                        ______________________________ 

         Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                      Tara Gibbons 

                  Mayor                                                                   Treasurer/Clerk 

Posted
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING 

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES 

held on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 7:30 PM  

 

PRESENT:                                                                            ABSENT: 

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                  Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.  

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                                          Trustee Joseph Williams  

Trustee Regina Im                                

Paul Pepper, Morici & Morici, LLP 

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance. 

 

A Motion to open the Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, seconded by Trustee D’Angelo, and called to Order by Mayor Ceriello at 7:31 pm and approved by all. 

 

MINUTES 

A motion to approve the minutes for the November 15, 2023, Board of Trustees meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, Seconded by Trustee Im and unanimously approved. 

 

MAYOR’S REPORT 

Mayor Ceriello updated the Board on the Village Hall improvement project, which is nearing completion.  The interior improvements have been completed and the landscaping is in progress.

 

The Mayor advised that National Grid has been in the Village marking and measuring roads for further natural gas line installation.  He noted that National Grid has been on Park Avenue & Kensett and advised that he has been in contact with representatives of National Grid with regard to the Village’s expectations regarding the restoration of the roads after the project.

 

FINANCIAL REPORT 

Trustee D’Angelo updated the Board on the state of the Village finances and budget projections.  Trustee D’Angelo reported that the Villages finances were in good order and the budget projections were on target. While the Village Hall Restoration Project was slightly over budget, it will not have a negative impact on the overall budget projections.

 

PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT 

There was no updated Public Safety Report, however a review of last month’s public safety report revealed no major criminal issues within the Village.

 

VILLAGE COURT UPDATE

The Village Court was discussed, and it was noted that traffic enforcement within the Village has increased in recent months. 

NEW BUSINESS 

The following proposed Local Laws were introduced by Mayor Larry Ceriello for consideration at a Public Hearing to be held at the January Board of Trustees Meeting on January 10th, 2024:

Proposed Local Law #1-2024: A local law amending Section 87-5 of the Village Code, entitled “Window Grilles.”

Proposed Local Law #2-2024:  A local law amending Section 87-7 of the Village Code, entitled “Application for Permit.”

Proposed Local Law #3-2024: A local law amending Article III, Section 87-25 of the Village Code, entitled “Electrical Standards: Compliance with other laws”.

Proposed Local Law #4-2024: A local law amending Section 87-28, of the Village Code, entitled “Deposit to cover damage to Village roads, trees or any property during construction required”.

Proposed Local Law #5-2024: A local law amending Section 92-4(B) of the Village Code, entitled “Building Permits: Exemptions”.

Proposed Local Law #6-2024: A local law amending Article VI: “Non-Conforming Buildings and Uses”, Section 200-29 entitled “Regulations and Limitation” of the Village Code.

Proposed Local Law #7-2024: A local law amending Article VII: “General and Supplementary Regulations”, Section 200-31 entitled “Restoration” of the Village Code.

Proposed Local Law #8-2024: A local law amending Article VII: “General and Supplementary Regulations”, Section 200-33 entitled “Off Street Parking and Loading” of the Village Code.

Proposed Local Law #9-2024: A local law amending Article VII: “General and Supplementary Regulations”, Section 200-35 of the Village Code, entitled “Swimming Pools”.

Proposed Local Law #10-2024: A local law amending Article VII: “General and Supplementary Regulations”, Section 200-37 of the Village Code, entitled “Fences”.

Proposed Local Law #11-2024: A local law amending Article VII: “General and Supplementary Regulations”, Section 200-41 of the Village Code, entitled “Property Maintenance”.

Proposed Local Law #12-2024: A local law amending Article VII: “General and Supplementary Regulations”, Section 200-42 of the Village Code, entitled “Solar Energy Installations”.

Proposed Local Law #13-2024: A local law amending Section 139-2 of the Village Code, entitled “Maintenance of Grounds Required”.

Proposed Local Law #14-2024: A local law amending Chapter 200-24(B): “Other uses and conditional uses”.

 Proposed Law #15-2024: A local law to override the tax levy limit established in General Municipal

Law § 3-c.        

Copies of the full text of each proposed Local Law will be made available at the Village Hall upon request to the Clerk’s office.

 

PUBLIC COMMENT:

Questions/Comments were received from the following: 

None.

 

A Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello seconded by Trustee Im and unanimously approved at 7:58 pm. 

 

  

______________________________                        ______________________________ 

         Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                      Tara Gibbons 

                  Mayor                                                                   Treasurer/Clerk 

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING 

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES 

held on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 7:30 PM  

 

  

PRESENT:                                                                                        ABSENT: 

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello   

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo  

Trustee Regina Im                                

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.  

Trustee Joseph Williams  

Paul Pepper, Morici & Morici, LLP 

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance. 

 

A Motion to open the Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, seconded by Trustee Williams, and called to Order by Mayor Ceriello at 7:35 pm and approved by all. 

 

MINUTES 

A motion to approve the minutes for the October 18, 2023, Board of Trustees meeting was made by Trustee D’Angelo, Seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all. 

 

MAYOR’S REPORT 

Mayor Ceriello updated the Board on the proposed amendments to the Code and advised that amendments are still being considered, prior to formal proposal. Next, the Mayor provided an update on the progress of the renovation of Village Hall and advised that the Village is pleased with the progress.  The mayor provided an update on the ongoing road projects within the Village and advised the Board of the ongoing issues before the BAC. 

 

FINANCIAL REPORT 

Trustee D’Angelo updated the Board on the state of the Village finances and budget projections.  Trustee D’Angelo reported that the Villages finances were in good order and the budget projections were on target.  The rise in insurance costs was discussed, specifically with regard to property, vehicle and general loss, and it was noted that the Board should continue to monitor this cost. 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT 

Trustee Williams advised that the police report was clear and that there had been no vehicle thefts in the Village. 

 

NEW BUSINESS 

Election 

The Board Resolved to hold the Village’s annual election on March 19th, 2024.  Two Trustee seats, currently held by Trustee Im and Trustee LiCalzi will be voted on the ballot. 

Beautification of Village entrance 

The Board continued consideration of the proposed beautification project on “the Hill”. Materials and costs are still being considered. 

Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Celebration  

The Village’s annual Christmas Tree lighting and Holiday Celebration will be held on December 3, 2023. 

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello seconded by Trustee Williams and unanimously approved at 8:07pm. 

 

Questions/Comments were received from the following: 

None.

 

 

______________________________                        ______________________________ 

         Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                      Tara Gibbons 

                  Mayor                                                                   Treasurer/Clerk 

Posted
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 7:30 PM

 

PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo

Trustee Regina Im                                                                                          

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.                                       

Trustee Joseph Williams

Paul Pepper, Morici & Morici, LLP

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

A Motion to open the Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, seconded by Trustee Williams, and called to Order by Mayor Ceriello at 7:31 pm and approved by all.

 MINUTES

A motion to approve the minutes for the September 13, 2023, Board of Trustees meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, Seconded by Trustee Williams and approved by all.

MAYOR’S REPORT

Mayor Ceriello updated the Board on the Kensett Road paving project.  James Antonelli, Village Engineer, will be submitting a road restoration agreement to be presented to National Grid. 

Next, renovation of Village Hall will commence next week starting with the installation of new windows.  Last, a house on Sully is considered an “as of right” subdivision which means it meets all the legal criteria to construct two legal lots. Currently, no plans have been submitted.  

NEW BUSINESS

Gate Application – 758 Park Avenue/Profestas Residence

Mayor Ceriello made a motion to approve a metal 4’X4’ gate on the east side of the home bordered by evergreen shrubs, seconded by Trustee LiCalzi, and approved by all.     

Light the Night

Mayor Ceriello made a motion to approve Light the Night which will take place on December 3, 2023, at 4:30pm, seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all.

Proclamation

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo made a motion to approve the proclamation declaring October 19, 2023, as Arbor Day throughout the Village of Munsey Park, seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all. 

PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT

·         POLICE REPORT: The Police Report for August 2023 was presented by Trustee Williams, stating no Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, no Larceny-Auto incident, 4 Larceny (other than auto), no Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 73 summonses (59 Movers and 4 Parkers). 

·         JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for September 2023 was presented by Trustee Williams with total fines assessed in the amount of $6,688.00.

·         BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report was presented by Trustee Williams, stating that between June 1, 2023, and October 13, 2023, a total of 61 permits have been issued totaling $53,386.00 in Building Permit Fees.

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all at 8:22 PM.

 

Questions/Comments were received from the following:

None

 

______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

Posted
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on September 13 at 7:30 PM

 

PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                     Trustee Regina Im

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                              Trustee Williams                                            

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi                                            

Robert Morici, Morici & Morici, LLP

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, and called to Order at 7:45 pm.

 

 MINUTES

 A motion to approve the minutes for the June 12, 2023, Board of Trustees meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, Seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all.

 

15 Strickland Place - Application for regrading of year yard

 Mayor Ceriello made a motion to approve the regrading application for 15 Strickland Place on consideration that the plan be resubmitted to reflect a reduction in height of the regrading by the back wall by one foot, and that the wall be landscaped and properly maintained, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, and approved by all.  

 

Commercial Application – Artlet’s Café

Mayor Ceriello made a motion to approve Artlet’s Café’s commercial application for “Special Use” to reflect the change from Retail to Restaurant, seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all.

 

222 Trumbull Road – Rawat

 Mayor Ceriello conditionally approved the permanent basketball hoop at 222 Trumbull Road, a letter from Rawat’s neighbor (Fraiser) must be received at Village Hall stating that they are in agreement with the specified location.

 

Jimmy’s Run

 Mayor Ceriello made a motion to approve Jimmy’s run which will take place on Sunday, November 12, 2023, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all.   The Run will start at Mary Jane Davies Park, onto Plandome Road up Park Ave to Morse Lane, right turn onto Morse Lane right turn onto Hunt Lane past Munsey Park School, right turn onto Manhasset Woods Road to Park Ave., left turn onto Park Ave. and finish at Manhasset Train Station.  Roads that will need to be closed: Plandome Rd. between Memorial Place and Park Ave., Park Ave., Morse Lane, Hunt Lane, Manhasset Woods Road from Hunt Lane to Park Ave.  The race will start at 10:00 AM and end at 10:45 AM.

 

MLFD

 The Board unanimously declined to have hydrant markings painted on the Village streets in front of fire hydrants. 

 

Franchise Fees

 Great Neck North Shore Cable Commission reported that the cable franchise renewal negotiations with Altice and Verizon are at a standstill and have been placed on hold since the end of June.  Currently, the Village receives a 3% franchise fee which generated $36,446 in revenue for the fiscal year ending May 31, 2023.

 

 Village Hall Renovations

 Mayor Ceriello reported that the drywells have been installed at Village Hall and the windows have been ordered.  A DASNY grant of $50,000 will help offset some of the costs of this renovation.

 

 Financial Report

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo reported that the highlighted non-recurring costs this month were for various tree maintenance projects, drywell installation and tax refunds to Maidenbaum. The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2023, to September 7, 2023, a total of 46 permits have been issued totaling $45,096 in Building Permit Fees.

 

Public Safety

 The Police Report for July 2023 notes one Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, no Larceny-Auto incident, one Larceny (other than auto), no Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 50 summonses (42 Movers and 8 Parkers).  The Monthly Justice Report for May and July 2023 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $3,830.

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all at 8:32 PM.

 

 Questions/Comments were received from the following:

 

None

 

 ______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

Posted
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, July 12 at 7:30 PM

  

PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo

Trustee Regina Im                                                                                          

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.                                       

Trustee Joseph Williams

Paul Pepper, Morici & Morici, LLP

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Trustee Im, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, and called to Order by Mayor Ceriello at 7:36 pm and approved by all.

 

Fence Application – 214 Abbey Road/Sanni Residence

Mayor Ceriello made a motion to approve a replacement fence around the pool with 54” high aluminum pool code fence including gate, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, and approved by all.     

 

Regrading Application – 48 Blackburn/Pescatore Residence

Mayor Ceriello made a motion to approve the regrading of the rear yard application for

48 Blackburn Lane, seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all.

 

MINUTES

A motion to approve the minutes for the June 14, 2023, Board of Trustees meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, Seconded by Trustee Williams and approved by all.

 

FINANCIAL REPORT

·         Deputy Mayor D’Angelo reported that the Village’s tax revenue has been received.  The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2022, to July 6, 2023, a total of 20 permits have been issued totaling $21,724.00 in Building Permit Fees.

RENOVATION OF VILLAGE HALL

Trustee LiCalzi made a motion to allow the Mayor authority to negotiate the lowest bid received from Iannaccone Home Improvement, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all.

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello seconded by Trustee Williams and approved by all at 8:02 PM.

  

Questions/Comments were received from the following:

Karina Kovac, Reporter

 

______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

Posted
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 7:30 PM

 

PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                     Trustee Joseph Williams                                

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                              Trustee Regina Im                                         

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.                                       

Robert Morici, Morici & Morici, LLP

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, Seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and called to Order by Mayor Ceriello at 7:36 pm and approved by all.

 

LOCAL LAWS

Local Law 2 – 2023 Reducing Village Speed Limit

Local Law 3 – 2023 Authorizing Investments Permitted in the Village’s Investment Policy

(Transcript available at Village Hall)

PROCLAMTION

The mayor introduced new Eagle Scout, Benjamin M. Bitner who began Scouting in 6th grade when he joined Troop 71. His Eagle Scout Service Project was helping his community of Munsey Park with clearing out vegetation overgrowth, removing old fencing and installing new to create

additional storage space for Village grounds equipment.   The mayor proclaimed, that Wednesday the 14th Day of June, be declared a day of special recognition throughout the Village of Munsey

Park for Eagle Scout, Benjamin Bittner, and all his accomplishments.

AUDITS

 Deputy Mayor D’Angelo made a motion to approve the Incorporated Village of Munsey Park and the Incorporated Village of Munsey Park Justice Court Audits, seconded by Mayor Ceriello and approved by all.

MINUTES

 A motion to approve the minutes for the April 13, 2023 and May 10, 2023 Board of Trustees meeting was made by Trustee LiCalzi, Seconded by Mayor Ceriello and approved by all.

FINANCIAL REPORT

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo reported that the Village’s cash position is at $2,350,000 with a million currently placed in a CD until the end of July.   Positive noteworthy items on the revenue side are the Village’s building permit fees, which is the second biggest variable after taxes, is coming in at $280,000 and was budgeted at $240,000. 

PUBLIC SAFETY

·         POLICE REPORT: The Police Report for April 2023 notes one Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, no Larceny-Auto incident, one Larceny (other than auto), one Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 16 summonses (11 Movers and 5 Parkers). 

  

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all at 8:21 PM.

 

Questions/Comments were received from the following:

Patrick Bittner

 

 

______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

Posted
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at 7:30 PM

 

 PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                     Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.

Trustee Regina Im                                                      Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo

Trustee Joseph Williams

Robert Morici, Morici & Morici LLP

Paul Pepper, Morici & Morici, LLP

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Trustee Im, Seconded by Trustee D’Angelo and called to Order by Mayor Ceriello at 7:32 pm and approved by all.

 OATH OF OFFICE

Trustee Williams was sworn into office for a two-year term.

NYCLASS

Chris Starr, Director of Investment Services, gave a presentation on NYCLASS which is a local government investment pool that allows municipal corporations to pool funds together to collectively earn interest on investments. 

Motion was made by Mayor Ceriello to approve the Municipal Cooperation Resolution (available in the minutes book at Village Hall) using the funds currently placed in a CD at Bank of Long Island, seconded by Trustee Williams, and carried as follows:

 

Mayor Larry Ceriello:             AYE

            Deputy Antonio D’Angelo:    ABSENT

            Trustee Regina Im:                 AYE

            Trustee Greg LiCalzi:             ABSENT

            Trustee Joseph Williams:        AYE

 

 MAYOR’S REPORT

 VILLAGE SPEED LIMIT

Mayor Ceriello reported that Cameron Engineering submitted their traffic study report (available at Village Hall) and based on their findings it was decided to lower the Village Speed Limit to 25 miles.   This local law 2 – 2023 will be voted on at the June 14th Board of Trustees meeting.

 KIMCO

Mayor Ceriello reported that KIMCO Realty has agreed to maintain and irrigate Munsey Park’s Village property along Northern Boulevard up to the Americana.    

 PUBLIC SAFETY

·         POLICE REPORT: The Police Report for March 2023 notes one Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, no Larceny-Auto incident, two Larceny (other than auto), no Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 24 summonses (21 Movers and 3 Parkers). 

·         JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for April 2023 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $3,785.00.

·         BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2022, to May 5, 2023, a total of 164 permits have been issued totaling $211,392.16 in Building Permit Fees.

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello seconded by Trustee Williams and approved by all at 8:32 PM.

 

Questions/Comments were received from the following:

Brian Kenny  - MLFD

 

 

 

 

______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, April 13, 2023 at 7:30 PM

PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                     Trustee Joseph Williams                                

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                             

Trustee Regina Im                              

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.

Robert Morici, Morici & Morici, LLP

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, Seconded by Trustee Im and called to Order by Mayor Ceriello at 7:32 pm and approved by all.

 MINUTES

 A motion to approve the minutes for the March 8, 2023 Board of Trustees meeting was made by Trustee LiCalzi, Seconded by Trustee Im and approved by all.

 OATH OF OFFICE

Robert Morici administered the Oath of Office to Mayor Ceriello and Deputy Mayor D’Angelo.

 PUBLIC HEARING

Transcript available at Village Hall (2023/2024 Budget and Local Law 1 – 2023).

NEW BUSINESS

766 Hunt Lane

The Board accepted Mr. and Mrs. Sica’s appeal of the BAC’s decision to install an oval window in the second-floor laundry room and approved the second option of a rectangle double hung window at 766 Hunt Lane.

ANNUAL MEETING

Mayor Ceriello moves into the annual meeting by reading the following appointments and resolutions:

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to §4-400 of the Village Law of the State of New York, The Board of Trustees approves the following appointments by the Mayor:

MAUREEN MCLEAN, be re-appointed DEPUTY CLERK for a term of one (1) year, expiring on the first Monday of April 2024;

ANTHONY DiPROPERZIO, be re-appointed CODE ENFOPRCEMENT OFFICER, for a term of one (1) year, expiring on the first Monday of April 2024;

PATRICIA MILLER, be re-appointed ACTING VILLAGE JUSTICE, for a term of one (1) year, expiring on the first Monday of April 2024;

ROBERT MORICI, Morici & Morici, LLP, be re-appointed VILLAGE ATTORNEY for a term of one (1) year, expiring on the first Monday of April 2024;

MAIMIE FULGIERI, be re-appointed VILLAGE PROSECUTOR for a term of one (1) year, expiring on the first Monday of April 2024;

JAMES ANTONELLI, be re-appointed VILLAGE ENGINEER for a term of one (1) year, expiring the first Monday of April 2024;

PETER ALBINSKI, be re-appointed for a term of one (1) year, expiring the first Monday of April 2024;

JOANIE TOTH – CHAIRPERSON, DANIELLE KAUL, KATHERINE PROKOP, and KELLY TURTURRO  be re-appointed to the VILLAGE BUILDING ADVISORY COMMITTEE (BAC) for a one (1) year, Expiring the first Monday of April 2024.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the firm of SATTY, LEVINE & CIACCO, CPA’s, be re-appointed to provide accounting services and the Village’s annual audit, for a term of one (1) year, expiring on the first Monday of April 2024;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the MANHASSET PRESS, a newspaper published in Manhasset, Town of North Hempstead, New York, be and hereby is designated as OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER of the Incorporated Village of Munsey Park for the official year ending on the first Monday of April 2024, pursuant to §4-412 of the Village Law of the State of New York; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Investment Policy is updated to reflect that the First National Bank of Long Island will remain the Village’s Official Bank;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the First National Bank of Long Island is hereby designated as the OFFICIAL DEPOSITORY for the current official year and that the Clerk/Treasurer be authorized to deposit funds as outlined in the Investment Policy adopted by the Board of Trustees on January 14, 1987 and amended June 12, 1996; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Accounting Policy that all bills are reviewed by Trustee Antonio D’Angelo and all accounting entries are reviewed by Vito Belcastro, of Cullen & Danowski, LLP., Certified Public Accountants, for any adjustments and reconciliation;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all meetings of the Village Board of Trustees shall begin at 7:30p.m.; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Meeting dates for the forthcoming Official Year are as follows:

May 10, 2023

June 14, 2023

July 12, 2023

August – No Meeting

September 13, 2023

October 11, 2023

November 8, 2023

December 13, 2023

January 10, 2024

February 14, 2024

March 13, 2024

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Zoning & Appeals (BZA) meetings shall be held as needed on the Third Monday of the month and begin at 7:00p.m.;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees has determined that attendance by certain municipal officers and employees at one or more meetings during the coming official year will benefit the municipality and the Clerk/Treasurer or Deputy Clerk/Court Clerk be, and hereby is authorized to attend the regular meetings of their respective State, county and local associations; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, the Mayor and the Board of Trustees are authorized to attend any training schools as required or deemed appropriate;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Justice and Acting Village Justice are authorized to attend State or County continuing Judicial Education Programs; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees shall approve reimbursement to such officers or employees for actual expenses and/or for mileage at the rate per mile set by the Internal Revenue Service for travel in their personal automobiles to these meetings, schools and conferences.

Mayor Ceriello made a motion to approve the appointments and resolutions, seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all.

MPWC FUN RUN FOR CHARITY

Trustee LiCalzi made a motion to approve the MPWC Fun Run on Saturday, June 3, 2023, between 9:00 am to 10:30 am, seconded by Trustee Im and approved by all.  The race will begin and end at Waldmann Park.  The event course will remain the same as in previous years.

FINANCIAL REPORT

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo reported three highlighted expense items this month which included the village audit, village landscaping/tree pruning and employee/retiree medical.  The village and court audits were presented for the Board’s review and approval of such audits will be placed on the agenda for the May BOT meeting. 

MEMORIAL DAY

Trustee LiCalzi will once again be organizing the Memorial Day Ceremony at Waldmann Park.

PUBLIC SAFETY

·         POLICE REPORT: The Police Report for March 2023 notes one Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, no Larceny-Auto incident, no Larceny (other than auto), no Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 35 summonses (27 Movers and 8 Parkers). 

·         JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for March 2023 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $4,638.

·         BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2022, to April 11, 2023, a total of 143 permits have been issued totaling $176,854.16 in Building Permit Fees.

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Trustee Im seconded by Mayor Ceriello and approved by all at 8:03 PM.

 

Questions/Comments were received from the following:

None

 

 

 

 

______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at 7:30 PM

 

PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                     Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                              Trustee Joseph Williams        

Trustee Regina Im                              

Paul Pepper, Morici & Morici, LLP

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Trustee Im, Seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and called to Order by Mayor Ceriello at 7:32 pm and approved by all.

 MINUTES

 A motion to approve the minutes for the February 8, 2023 Board of Trustees meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, Seconded by Trustee Im and approved by all.

PROPOSED TENTATIVE BUDGET 2023/2024

The tentative budget was prepared and provided to each member of the BOT prior to March 20, 2023 with additional copies available for review at Village Hall.   Tonight, the tentative budget was presented, reviewed, and discussed with the board members in attendance.   Any changes to the tentative budget will be explained and placed on record at the Public Hearing on April 12, 2022.  Notice of the public hearing will be published in the Manhasset Press at least five days before the Public Hearing.  

 

MAYOR’S REPORT

BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS AND TENTATIVE PROJECTS 2023-2024

The Board was pleased to announce that the tentative budget proposes no increase in this year’s Village tax. Various proposed projects for this year include renovations to Village Hall (we have secured a $50,000 DASNY Grant to offset some of the costs), beautification of the Village’s cul-de-sacs and various road improvement projects.

VILLAGE TRAFFIC

Mayor Ceriello stated that he is in discussion with the Sixth Precinct regarding the installation of License Plate Readers (LPR).  In addition, he is waiting for the traffic study report from Cameron Engineering which will provide pertinent information needed to lower the village speed limit.

 FINANCIAL REPORT

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo reported two significant expenses this month.  The final payment for road repairs for $45,242 to United Paving and monthly employee health care insurance which increased to $14,133 due to an additional family coverage.   It was also noted that revenue for the building permit fees is down by approximately $76,500 based on the current year’s projection of $248,000.  The Village’s fiscal year ends on May 31, 2023.    

PUBLIC SAFETY

 POLICE REPORT: The Police Report for January 2023 notes no Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, one (1) Larceny-Auto incident, no Larceny (other than auto), no Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 39 summonses (34 Movers and 5 Parkers). 

 JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for February 2023 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $573.00.

 BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2022, to February 1, 2023, a total of 134 permits have been issued totaling $171,426.16 in Building Permit Fees.

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo seconded by Trustee Im and approved by all at 8:02 PM.

 

 Questions/Comments were received from the following:

None

 

 

______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at 7:30 PM

 PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                     Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                                         

Trustee Regina Im                              

Robert Morici, Morici & Morici, LLP

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Trustee Williams, Seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and called to Order by Mayor Ceriello at 7:33 pm and approved by all.

 MINUTES

 A motion to approve the minutes for the January 11, 2023 Board of Trustees meeting was made by Trustee Im, Seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all.

MAYOR’S REPORT

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

Mayor Ceriello updated the Board on capital improvement projects which includes another road improvement project and upgrade in landscape and irrigation to the Village’s Cul-d-sacs.

National Grid has notified the Village that it plans to replace gas mains this year on the following roads:

  • Kensett Road (from Trumbull Road to Bartlett Drive)

  • Barnard Place

  • Abbey Road (from Hunt Lane to Kensett Road)

  • Trumbull Road (from Martin Place to Waldmann Memorial Park)

  • Park Avenue (from Morse Lane to the Abbey Road traffic light)

  • Waldo Lane (portions)

  • Eakins Road (from Ryder Road to Hunt Lane)

  • Inness Place

 

The Mayor and Jim Antonelli, Village Engineer, are working with National Grid to determine their portion of reimbursement for the pavement of such roads. 

The second Capital Improvement Project is the beautification of the Village’s cul-de-sacs.   To begin, Manhasset Lakeville Water District (MLWD) will provide a connection to the existing water line and then the Village will install the irrigation.  Once irrigation is installed, a landscape design will be selected which will include various low maintenance plantings.

NEW BUSINESS

GOVERNOR HOCHUL’S PROPOSED HOUSING PLAN

Mayor Ceriello updated the Board on how, if adopted, Governor Hochul’s proposed housing plan will have drastic consequences for the Village. The Mayor encouraged all residents to send a letter to Senator Martins and Assembly Member Gina Sillitti to express their disappointment in, and strong opposition to, Governor Hochul’s plan which will deprive Munsey Park Village and all other communities on Long Island of their right to determine how and where development occurs.  The Mayor said he will continue to represent and inform residents as developments progress from this strongly proposed mandate.

SCA FAIR

The Board approved the SCA Fair date On Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 9 AM to 6 PM and will continue to place "No Parking" signs on designated streets on the day of the fair.

PUBLIC SAFETY

POLICE REPORT: The Police Report for January 2023 notes no Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, no Larceny-Auto incident, one (1) Larceny (other than auto), no Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 39 summonses (31 Movers and 8 Parkers). 

 JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for January 2023 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $3,995.00.

 BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2022 to February 1, 2023 a total of 127 permits have been issued totaling $153,709.00 in Building Permit Fees.

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Trustee Williams seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all at 8:33 PM.

  

Questions/Comments were received from the following:

  • Mr. Tim O’Neill

  • Mr. Dimitri Nikas

  • Mr. John Sullivan

 

______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

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AT A SPECIAL / REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE

INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MUNSEY PARK HELD ON January 30, 2023:

A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MUNSEY PARK AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF CERTAIN VILLAGE FUNDS TO A CERTIFICATE OF DEPOSIT.

 

WHEREAS, the First National Bank of Long Island is designated as the official bank for the Incorporated Village of Munsey Park;

WHEREAS, The Incorporated Village of Munsey Park maintains a checking account with the First National Bank of Long Island, comprised of Village money, used in conducting the regular business of the Village;

WHEREAS, the money in the checking account can produce a higher yield being held in Certificates of Deposit (hereinafter referred to as “CD”);

WHEREAS, current yields on certificates of deposit with the First National Bank of Long Island are 4.03% APY for a three (3) month CD;

WHEREAS, gaining a higher yield through a short-term CD is in the best interests of the Village and it’s residents;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MUNSEY PARK:

That one million dollars ($1,000,00.00) dollars from the Village’s Checking Account be transferred to a three (3) month CD with the First National Bank of Long Island, at the rate set forth above;

 

The forgoing resolution was moved by Antonio D’Angelo and seconded by Lawrence Ceriello, and adopted as follows:

 

Mayor Larry Ceriello:             AYE

            Deputy Antonio D’Angelo:    AYE

            Trustee Regina Im:                 ABSTAIN

            Trustee Greg LiCalzi:             AYE

            Trustee Joseph Williams:        ABSTAIN

 

                                                                                   ______________________________           

                                                                                    Larry Ceriello, Mayor

                                                                                    Incorporated Village of Munsey Park

Dated: _______________ 

Filed:   ________________

STATE OF NEW YORK   }

                                                }ss.:

COUNTY OF NASSAU     }

 

I, Tara Gibbons, Clerk of the Incorporated Village of Munsey Park, New York, do hereby certify that I have compared the foregoing copy of this Resolution with the original on file in my office, and that the same is a true and correct transcript of said original Resolution and of the whole thereof, as duly adopted by said Board of Trustees at a meeting duly called and held at the Village Hall _______________________, 2021, by the required and necessary vote of the members to approve the Resolution.

 

WITNESS My Hand and the Official Seal of the Incorporated Village of Munsey Park, New York, this _______ day of ___________,                             

                                                                                    ____________________________

                                                                                    Village Clerk

                                                                                    Incorporated Village of Munsey Park

 

(Signed resolution is available at Village Hall)

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023

 

 PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                     

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                             

Trustee Regina Im                              

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.

Trustee Joseph Williams

Robert Morici, Morici & Morici

Paul Pepper, Morici & Morici

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Trustee Im, Seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and called to order at 7:32 pm and approved by all.

MINUTES

Motion to approve the minutes from the December 14, 2022, Board of Trustees Meeting was made by Trustee Im, seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all. 

NEW BUSINESS

GABRIELLI – 17 Manhasset Woods Road

Ms. Gabrielli came before the Board to appeal the Building Advisory Committee’s (BAC) decision regarding the color of her front exterior door’s matching sidelights.  The Board decided to discuss the appeal with the BAC before rendering a decision. 

 DOROSZCZYK – 188 Manhasset Woods Road

Mayor Ceriello made a motion to approve the Landscape Plan for the Doroszczyk’s residence at 188 Manhasset Woods Road, Seconded by Trustee Williams and approved by all.

 WHITE – 700 Hunt Lane

Trustee Williams made a motion to approve an in-ground basketball hoop where the pre-existing one (pole) was located, seconded by Mayor Ceriello and approved by all.

 

MAYOR’S REPORT

 WHOLE FOODS

 Mayor Ceriello and Anthony DiProperzio, VMP Code Enforcer, met with Kimco Realty to discuss a parking plan for the Whole Foods refrigeration trucks that park overnight during certain periods of the year, typically holidays.  To assist the residents on Park Avenue from the disruption of these trucks, the Village approved a modification of the site plan to allow for a temporary permit to park along Northern and Port Washington Boulevard for three weeks (two weeks in the winter and one week in the summer).

 

  NATIONAL GRID

National Grid has notified the Village that it plans to replace the gas mains on certain roads in the Village this year.  While no firm date has been set for commencement of the work, we have asked National Grid to plan on doing the work in the summer.  The following streets are affected:

  • Kensett Road (from Trumbull Road to Bartlett Drive)

  • Barnard Place

  • Abbey Road (from Hunt Lane to Kensett Road)

  • Trumbull Road (from Martin Place to Waldmann Memorial Park)

  • Park Avenue (from Morse Lane to the Abbey Road traffic light)

  • Waldo Lane (portions)

  • Eakins Road (from Ryder Road to Hunt Lane)

  • Inness Place

The work by National Grid principally entails cutting a two-foot wide channel the length of the project area. Once the work in the street is completed, connections to individual homes will be replaced.   Once all work is completed by National Grid, the Village expects to repave the affected streets from “curb to curb”. 

 

 FINANCIAL REPORT

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo reported several significant expenses this month.  The cleaning of ninety-eight (98) catch basins throughout the Village for $16,780 and the tipping fee associated with removal of the debris (66,000 lbs.) for $6,202.  The Board thanked the road crew for their prudence by saving the Village approximately $19,000 by tipping the catch basin debris themselves.   The last highlighted expense was for the installation of the holiday lighting and decorations around the Village for $19,934.  

PUBLIC SAFETY

Trustee Williams presented the following reports: 

  • POLICE REPORT: The Police Report for December 2022 notes no Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, one Larceny-Auto, one Larceny (other than auto), no Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 38 summonses (23 Movers and 15 Parkers). 

  • BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2022 to January 9, 2023 a total of 122 permits have been issued totaling $150,484.00 in Building Permit Fees.

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Trustee LiCalzi seconded by Mayor Ceriello and approved by all at 8:49 PM.

 

Questions/Comments were received from the following:

  • Ms. Gabrielli

 

______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, December 14, 2022

 

PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                              Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello             

Trustee Regina Im                              

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.

Trustee Joseph Williams

Paul Pepper, Morici & Morici

           

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, Seconded by Trustee Im and called to order at 7:36 pm and approved by all.

MINUTES

Motion to approve the minutes from the November 9, 2022, Board of Trustees Meeting was made by Trustee LiCalzi, seconded by Trustee Williams, and approved by all.

NEW BUSINESS=

GIRL SCOUT GOLD AWARD

Sophia Koutsourakis presented her Girl Scout Gold Award Project which includes purchasing recycling bins for Waldmann and Copley Pond Park. Once her project is approved by the Girl Scouts she will contact Ted Boutzalis, Maintenance Supervisor, to select the style/color of the recyclable bins and finalize exact location and installation.   

ARBOR DAY

The Village is scheduled to plant up to 50 specimen trees throughout the Village during the 2022/23 planting season (which runs from the first frost in Autumn, 2022 through April, 2023).  The first such tree – an Acer rubrum (“October Glory” Red Maple) – will be planted on December 19, 2022 in Copley Pond Park.  This planting is a continuation of the multi-year efforts of the Board to restore the tree canopy in the Village with a diversity of specimen trees, including oaks, maples, elms, beeches and other specimen varieties. 

 

FINANCIAL REPORT

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo reported one highlighted expense for November which included $14,615.00 to ACA Electric for the various electrical projects around the Village.  

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

Trustee Williams presented the following reports:

·         POLICE REPORT: The Police Report for October 2022 notes four (4) Auto Accidents, None (0) Burglary-Residence, None (0) Burglary-Business, None (0) Robberies, None (0) Larceny-Auto incident, Two (2) Larceny (other than auto), None (0) Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 31 summonses (25 Movers and 6 Parkers). 

·         JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for November 2022 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $3,194.00.

·         BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2022 to December 8, 2022 a total of 110 permits have been issued totaling $138,480.00 in Building Permit Fees.

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, Seconded by Trustee Im and approved by all at 8:00 PM.

 

______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, November 9, 2022

 

 

PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                     

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                             

Trustee Regina Im                              

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.

Trustee Joseph Williams

Paul Pepper, Morici & Morici

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo, Seconded by Trustee Im and called to order at 7:36 pm and approved by all.

 

MINUTES

Motion to approve the minutes from the October 11, 2022, Board of Trustees Meeting was made by Trustee LiCalzi, seconded by Trustee Williams, and approved by all.

MAYOR’S REPORT

ELECTION

Mayor Ceriello announced that the offices to be filled at the next General Election of the Incorporated Village of Munsey Park to be held on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 from noon to 9:00 p.m. at Village Hall, and the terms thereof are as follows:

MAYOR                 2 years

TRUSTEE              2 years

TRUSTEE              2 years

FINANCIAL REPORT

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo reported two highlighted expenses for October which included  $429,612 to United Paving for the road work project and an increase to Salerno Insurance for our yearly renewal of approximately $12,000.  

PUBLIC SAFETY

Trustee Williams presented the following reports:

·         POLICE REPORT: The Police Report for October 2022 notes one (4) Auto Accidents, no Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, two (2) Larceny-Auto incident, one (1) Larceny (other than auto), no Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 40 summonses (34 Movers and 6 Parkers). 

·         JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for October 2022 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $7,384.

·         BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2022 to November 1, 2022 a total of  91 permits have been issued totaling $121,806.00 in Building Permit Fees.

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Trustee Im Seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all at 8:12 PM.

______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

 

Questions/comments were received by:

 Steven Flynn, Manhasset – Lakeville Water/Fire Commissioner

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, October 12, 2022

 PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                     

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                             

Trustee Regina Im                              

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.

Trustee Joseph Williams

Paul Pepper, Morici & Morici

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Trustee Im, Seconded by Trustee Ceriello and called to order at 7:40 pm and approved by all.

 MINUTES

Motion to approve the minutes from the September 8, 2022, Board of Trustees Meeting was made by Trustee LiCalzi, seconded by Trustee Williams and approved by all.

MAYOR’S REPORT

VILLAGE HISTORIAN

Mayor Ceriello made a motion to reappoint Andrew Cronson as MP Village Historian, seconded by trustee Im and approved by all.  The Planting Fields Foundation is celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Law Olmsted, the mind behind so many brilliant landscape designs on Long Island and throughout the country.  To mark this special occasion, Planting Fields is participating in a series of programs that are all part of the greater Olmsted 200 celebration.  This celebration will include a guided walking tour of Munsey Park given by Andrew Cronson on October 23rd from 10 to 11:30 AM.  

REPAVING PROJECT

Mayor Ceriello updated the Board that by Friday paving should be complete and the striping will be completed the following week.

VILLAGE SPEED LIMIT

Rebecca Goldberg from Cameron Engineering presented the details involving the proposed traffic study.

The traffic study is being undertaken in connection with a proposed reduction of the speed limit on all Village roads to 25 mph.  Although a recent NYS legislative change allows the Village to reduce the Village-wide speed limit to 25 mph, a study must demonstrate that the lower speed limit is warranted for public safety.  The tubes will remain in place for 7 days measuring volume and speed of traffic. In addition, a traffic study will also determine the source of Village traffic.  This part of the study is conducted by capturing an image of license plates entering and exiting the Village.  The Mayor made a motion to approve the traffic study, seconded by Trustee Williams and carried as follows:

 

Mayor Larry Ceriello:                     AYE

Deputy Antonio D’Angelo:             AYE

Trustee Regina Im:                        AYE

Trustee Greg LiCalzi:                     AYE

Trustee Joseph Williams:               AYE

 

REAUTHORIZE IMA WITH TONH

Mayor Ceriello made a motion to approve the IMA (Inter Municipal Agreement) with the Town of North Hempstead, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all.

SHOP AROUND THE BLOCK

Trustee Williams made a motion to approve Shop Around the Block on November 4, 2022 from 10 am to 2 pm, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all.

LIGHT THE NIGHT

Mayor Ceriello made a motion to approve Light the Night on December 4th, seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all.

 

THE FOLLOWING PERMIT APPLICATIONS AND THE ASSOCIATED PLANS ARE AVAIABLE AT VILLLAGE HALL:

FENCE APPLICATION (MEYER 108 ABBEY)

The Board approved a 5-year non-renewable gate/fence permit at 108 Abbey Road.  The Solid fence was approved for the side wall with a 4-foot drop connected to a gate with turkey wire installed on all remaining sides.

EXISTING FENCE (LIN – 112 Borglum)

The Board decided to postpone their decision regarding this pre-existing fence permit application pending further discussion and observation of the existing fence.

CHANGE OF GRADE (HSEUH -21 Kensett)

Trustee LiCalzi made a motion to approve the change of grade (elongate the previously approved retaining wall), seconded by Trustee Williams and approved by all.  It was noted that the change of grade will help contain water runoff and capture yard space.

RETAINING WALL (KARMOIL 570 Hunt Lane)

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo made a motion to approve the retaining wall ay 570 Hunt Lane with the same look and character as existing and to be moved on to the Village ROW (3 feet SW), seconded by Trustee Im and approved by all. 

FINANCIAL REPORT

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo reported one highlighted expense for $5,600 to Northern Masonry for concrete grinding at 78 locations.  It was also noted that the building permits revenue is above budget at this time.

PUBLIC SAFETY

Trustee Williams presented the following reports:

·         POLICE REPORT: The Police Report for September 2022 notes one (4) Auto Accidents, no Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, no Larceny-Auto incident, no Larceny (other than auto), no Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 20 summonses (12 Movers and 8 Parkers). 

·         JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for September 2022 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $6,653.

·         BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2022 to October 5, 2022 a total of 77 permits have been issued totaling $108,550.00 in Building Permit Fees.

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, Seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all.

 

 

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                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, September 8, 2022

PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                     

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                             

Trustee Regina Im                              

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.

Trustee Joseph Williams

Paul Pepper. Morici & Morici

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Trustee LiCalzi, Seconded by Trustee Im and called to order at 7:30 pm and approved by all.

SEPTEMBER 11th

The Mayor announced the names of the Village residents who lost their lives on September 11, 2001: Thomas Burke, Paul R. Casio, James Connor, Joseph J. Dickey, Jr., John F. Iskyan, Timothy C. Kelly and Frank Salvaterra.

MINUTES

Motion to approve the minutes from the July 12, 2022 Board of Trustees Meeting was made by Trustee Williams, seconded by Mayor Ceriello and approved by all.

MAYOR’S REPORT

PLANTING FIELDS FOUNDATION

Mayor Ceriello announced that the Planting Fields Foundation is celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Law Olmsted, the mind behind so many brilliant landscape designs on Long Island and throughout the country.  To mark this special occasion, Planting Fields is participating in a series of programs that are all part of the greater Olmsted 200 celebration.  This celebration will include a guided walking tour of Munsey Park given by Andrew Cronson on October 23rd from 10 to 11:30 AM.   Details on the registration process will be presented at the next board meeting and communicated to all residents. 

 JIMMY’S RUN

The Mayor reminded the Board that Jimmy’s Run (Lead the Way Foundation) will take place on September 11, 2022.  The Mayor asked Ted Boutzalis and Kevin Staino (MP Road Crew) to assist The Lead The Way Foundation by providing traffic and safety control to all participants and Village residents. The Mayor also announced that there will be a ceremony immediately following the run and Trustee LiCalzi mentioned that he will be one of the speakers at the event. 

VILLAGE SPEED LIMIT

The Mayor announced that Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law a measure that will allow towns and villages to lower the speed limits on local streets to 25 mph.  The Village will begin the process to lower the limit which includes a traffic study which supports the lower limit.

 BUILDING ADVISORY COMMITEE

Mayor Ceriello made a motion to appoint Michelle Denihan as the newest Building Advisory Committee (BAC) Member, seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all.  The Mayor thanked out-going BAC member Diana Alexiou her for her service to the Village. 

 ROAD WORK PROJECT

Jim Antonelli, Village Engineer, reported that six bids were submitted for the Village’s next Road Work Project.  The low bidder for the combined project was United Paving Corporation of East Norwich, NY, with a bid of $415,470.50. Based on Mr. Antonelli’s recommendation, in conjunction with the Board’s review of the submitted bid documents, a motion was made by Mayor Ceriello to accept the bid of the United Paving Corporation of East Norwich, N.Y., seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and carried as follows:

 Mayor Larry Ceriello:                       AYE

Deputy Antonio D’Angelo:              AYE

Trustee Regina Im:                             AYE

Trustee Greg LiCalzi:                         AYE

Trustee Joseph Williams:                 AYE

 

WANG – Trumbull Road

Mr. Wang replaced his driveway and based on the inspection of the Village’s Code Enforcer; the driveway is a few inches wider than the code allows.  The contractor received a violation, and the homeowner paid the imposed fine.  The driveway was approved as a legal/non-conforming which means that if/when the driveway is replaced the width will return to Village Code.  Documentation stating that this driveway was permitted as a legal non-conforming will be placed in the homeowner’s house file. 

 102 BORGLUM ROAD

The Village received an application for a rear yard fence replacement at 102 Borglum Road whereby the property line runs adjacent to Port Boulevard.  The fence is considered a "permanent" fence.  The resident would like to install a white PVC fence in place of the wood stockade fencing.  Mayor Ceriello motioned to approve the rear fence at 102 Borglum Road, seconded by Trustee Williams and approved by all.

FINANCIAL REPORT

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo reported that the Village is starting to see the benefits of the new garbage contract which is down from $45,000 to $35,500.  Two significant expenses in the past two months are electric repairs which have been running about $4,000 a month and tree maintenance of approximately $3,000 to $4,000 a month.   

PUBLIC SAFETY

Trustee Williams presented the following reports:

·         POLICE REPORT: The Police Report for July 2022 notes one (1) Auto Accidents, no Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, no Larceny-Auto incident, no Larceny (other than auto), no Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 51 summonses (30 Movers and 21 Parkers).  The Police Report for August 2022 notes no Auto Accidents, no Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, One (1) Larceny-Auto incident, Two (2) Larceny (other than auto), One (1) Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 48 summonses (43 Movers and 5 Parkers). 

·         JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for July 2022 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $365.00. The Monthly Justice Report for August 2022 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $2160.00

·         BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2022 to August 29, 2022 a total of 51 permits have been issued totaling $43,032.00 in Building Permit Fees.

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Mayor Ceriello, Seconded by Deputy Mayor D’Angelo and approved by all.

  

______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

held on Wednesday, July 12, 2022

PRESENT:                                                                ABSENT:

Mayor Lawrence A. Ceriello                                     

Deputy Mayor Antonio D’Angelo                             

Trustee Regina Im                              

Trustee Gregory LiCalzi Jr.

Trustee Joseph Williams

Robert Morici, Morici & Morici LLP

 

Mayor Ceriello led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

A Motion to Open the Public Meeting was made by Trustee Im, Seconded by Mayor Ceriello and called to order at 7:32 pm and approved by all.

 MINUTES

A motion to approve the minutes for the June 15, 2022 Board of Trustees meeting was made by Trustee LiCalzi, Seconded by Trustee Williams and approved by all.

 MAYOR’S REPORT

BED BATH & BEYOND UPDATE

Mayor Ceriello updated the Board on the status of the vacant Bed Bath & Beyond/Whole Foods site. The Mayor has heard speculation of potential tenants but nothing has been confirmed.  He will continue to update the Board on the future of this building and the Benihana/Chase properties as well.

JIMMY’S RUN

Jimmy’s Run (Lead the Way Foundation) will take place on September 11, 2022.  The Mayor asked the organizers that this year’s run should include better signage along with supervised traffic control.  Motion to approve Jimmy’s Run in the Village on September 11, 2022 was made by Trustee LiCalzi, seconded by Trustee Williams and approved by all. 

FINANCIAL REPORT

Deputy Mayor D’Angelo reported two highlighted expenses in June which covered purchasing a used lawnmower and a preventive road maintenance project which included the application of a hot seal to various roads within the Village.  

PUBLIC SAFETY

Trustee Williams presented the following reports:

POLICE REPORT: The Police Report for May 2022 notes two (2) Auto Accidents, no Burglary-Residence, no Burglary-Business, no Robberies, two (2) Larceny-Auto incident, five (5) Larceny (other than auto), no Criminal Mischief incidents and a total of 8 summonses (5 Movers and 3 Parkers). 

JUSTICE REPORT: The Monthly Justice Report for June 2022 notes total fines assessed in the amount of $2,550.00

BUILDING REPORT: The Building Report notes that between June 1, 2022 to July 6, 2022 a total of 7 permits have been issued totaling $10,759 in Building Permit Fees.

 

Motion to close the Board of Trustees Public Meeting was made by Trustee Im, Seconded by Trustee LiCalzi and approved by all at 8:42PM.

 

 Questions/Comments were received from the following:

Dimitri Nikas (Incident on Park Ave.)

 

______________________________                                    ______________________________

                  Lawrence A. Ceriello                                                                     Tara Gibbons

                         Mayor                                                                                     Treasurer/Clerk

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