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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTranscript of 1935-1944 Minutes 1 06/21/1935 The Southold Town Board met on Friday, June 21, 1935, at 1:30 P.M. at the office of the Supervisor in Greenport. Present were S. W. Horton, Justices Terry, Shanklin, Hawkins, Klipp, and Reeve, Town Counsel Terry, Town Superintendent of Highways Price, and Town Clerk Davison. The Town Clerk read the notice of Hearing on the application of the Fishers Island Electric Corporation. By unanimous vote the hearing was formally closed. On motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, and on Roll call duly passed, the following resolution was adopted (6 votes affirmative, Justice Shanklin not voting) To place and maintain suitable wires or other conduits, with the necessary poles, pipes, conduits, or other fixtures in, on, over, and under streets, highways and public places, in that part of the Town of Southold, situate on Fishers Island, County of Suffolk, State of New York. Whereas an application has been duly made to the Town Board of said Town for permission to lay, erect, construct, and maintain suitable wires and other conductors, together with the necessary poles, pipes, conduits, and other fixtures, on, over, and under the streets, avenues, public parks and places in said Town for the purpose of transmitting and distributing electricity. And said Board having duly convened and heard said application, a quorum being present, and concluded 2 that the grant thereof would be advantageous to the Town of Southold and its inhabitants. Now, therefore, on motion duly made and carried, it was: Resolved, that the Fishers Island Electric Corporation (hereinafter called the Company) its successors and assigns, is hereby granted the right and privileges to lay, erect, construct, maintain and repair suitable wires and other conductors, together with the necessary poles, pipes, conduits, and other fixtures in, on, over, and under the streets, avenues, public parks and places in said Town of Southold within its present or future limits on Fishers Island, in the County of Suffolk and State of New York, for the purpose of transmitting and distributing electricity to the inhabitants of said town and any firm, partnership, corporation, governmental or municipal agency therein, for light, heat and or power, and for lighting the streets, highways, parks and public places of said town and the public and public buildings therein; and that at all times after the acquiring, placing, and creating of any such wires, conductors, poles, pipes, conduits or other fixtures, said Company shall be permitted to examine the same and to keep the same in proper condition and repair and to do all necessary work properly to maintain the same. The grant and privilege is made upon the following terms: (1.) That said poles, pipes, conduits, or other fixtures, shall be located under the 3 direction of said Town Board or its duly Authorized agent. (2.) That all of said poles, pipes, conduits, or other fixtures, shall be placed, erected and maintained in a proper and workman-like manner so that the same shall in no way endanger the public, and the said Company shall at all times indemnify and save harmless the said Town and the members of said Town Board from and against any and all actions, suits, damages, costs, changes and expenses by reason of the location and maintenance of said poles, pipes, conduits and other fixtures in any of the streets, avenues, and other public places, or by reason of any act done, or omitted to be done, in the premises of said Company. (3.) Whenever said Company shall have occasion to make an opening in the surface of any street or other public place for the purpose of laying or repairing any such poles, pipes, conduits, or other fixtures, it will first procure any permits necessary under the law or ordinances of said Town; will conduct such work in a careful and workman-like manner; cause as little disturbance of traffic as reasonably possible, and will restore the surface of such street or other public place as nearly as possible to its former condition, including restoration of pavements where it has been necessary to disturb same. (4.) This grant and permit is made upon condition that permission be secured from such public officers and commissions as is required by law, and the consideration 4 thereof is the expenditure by said Company of its funds necessary for the purchase of transmission and/or distribution lines and the proper maintenance thereof. In witness whereof, said Town Board of said Town Board of said Town had st caused these presents to be subscribed by its members this 21 day of June, 1935 S. Wentworth Horton Harry Terry Norman E. Klipp Herbert M. Hawkins William B. Reeve Certificate of Town Clerk I, the undersigned, Town Clerk of said Town of Southold, Suffolk County, State of New York, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a counterpart 5original of a resolution and consent duly passed at a meeting of the Town st Board of said Town, duly called and held on the 21 day of June, 1935. I further certify that said resolution and consent were both duly filed in the Clerk’s office of said Town and that the officers signing the same were members of the Town Board and a majority thereof. In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto placed my hand and the official seal of st said Town, this 21 day of June 1935 Russell L. Davison 5 Franchise. Resolution and Consent. The Clerk read the notices of Hearing on the application of the Fishers Island Telephone Corporation for a franchise permitting said corporation to construct, lay, place and maintain lines of electrical conductors, poles, pipes, conduits and other fixtures, on, over and under streets, highways and public places in said Town for the purpose of maintaining and operating an electric telephone system and lines. Following an explanation of the situation by Justice Shanklin, the hearing was finally closed. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call duly adopted (6 votes affirmative Justice Shanklin not voting) the following resolution was passed: Resolved, that The Fishers Island Telephone Corporation (hereinafter called the Company) its successors and assigns, is hereby granted the right and privilege to construct, lay, place, maintain and repair poles, pipes, conduits, lines of electrical conductors and other fixtures in, on, over and under the streets, avenues, public parks and places in said Town of Southold within its present or future limits on Fishers Island in the County of Suffolk, State of New York, for the purpose of maintaining and operating an electric telephone system and lines; and that at all times after the acquiring, placing, laying and constructing of any such poles, pipes, conduits, electrical conductors 6 and other fixtures, said Company shall be permitted to examine the same and be permitted to examine the same and to keep the same in proper condition and repair and to do all necessary work properly to maintain the same. This grant and privilege is made upon the following terms: 1. That said poles, pipes, conduits, electrical conductors and other fixtures shall be located under the direction of said Town Board or its duly authorized agent. 2. That all of said poles, pipes, conduits, electrical conductors and other fixtures shall be placed, erected and maintained in a proper and workman-like manner so that the public and said Company shall at all times indemnify and save harmless the said Town and members of said Town Board from and against any and all actions, suits, damages, costs, charges and expenses by reason of the location and maintenance of said poles, pipes, conduits, electrical conductors and other fixtures in any of the streets, avenues and other public places, or by reason of any act done or omitted to be done in the premises by said Company. 3. Whenever said Company shall have occasion to make an opening in the surface of any street or other public place for the purpose of laying or repairing any such poles, pipes, conduits, electrical conductors or other fixtures, it will first procure any permits necessary under its law or ordinances of said Town; will conduct 7 such work in a careful and workman-like manner; cause as little disturbance of traffic as reasonably possible, and will restore the surface of such street or other public place as nearly as possible to its former condition, including restoration of pavements where it has been necessary to disturb same. 4. This grant and permit is made upon condition that permission be secured from such public officers and commissioners as is required by law, and the consideration thereof is the expenditure by said Company of the funds necessary for the purchase of telephone lines and the proper maintenance thereof. In witness whereof, said Town Board of said Town has cause of these presents st to be subscribed by its members this 21 day June 1935: S. Wentworth Horton Harry Terry Norman E. Klipp Herbert M. Hawkins William B. Reeve I, the undersigned, Superintendent of Highways of the Town of Southold, County of Suffolk, State of New York, do hereby grant permission to use the streets within the Town of Southold in accordance with and for the purpose set forth in the foregoing resolution, grant and consent Harold D. Price 8 Certificate of Town Clerk I, the undersigned, Town Clerk of said Town of Southold, County of Southold State of New York, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a counterpart original of a resolution and consent duly passed at a meeting of the Town Board of said Town st duly called and held on the 21 day of June, 1935. I further certify that the foregoing permission and consent is a counterpart original of a permission and consent duly signed by the Town Superintendent of st Highways of the Town of Southold on the 21 day of June, 1935. I further certify that the said resolution and consent were both duly filed in the Clerk’s office of the said Town and that the officers signing the same were, respectively, a majority of the members of the Town Board and the Town Superintendent. In witness whereof, I have hereunto placed my hand and the official seal of the st said Town this 21 day of June, 1935. Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 11 (no page 9 or 10 in book, pages miss numbered) The Town Clerk read a notice of Hearing on the proposed Dock Ordinance. W. Raynor Wickham spoke in favor of it: Henry Barning of Cutchogue also spoke in favor of restriction. Hearing was closed and the matter placed on the table until the next meeting of the Board. A letter was read from the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce asking the Town Board to take part in the parade at Mattituck July 4, 1935. A letter was read from the Long Island Lighting Co, relative to its cost of laying gas mains to the pavilion at the Town Beach at Arshamomaque. A letter was read from the Commissioner of Public Welfare Ernest Van Hise thanking the Town for the use of offices in the Town office building. Notice read from County Superintendent of Highways formally closing Oak Lawn Avenue Southold Village, during the construction of Jockey Creek Bridge. rd A letter was read from chairman of the Prize Committee concerning the 63 Annual Convention of Volunteer Fireman’s Association to be held at Greenport August 20-21-22, 1935. Motion by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Klipp, the following resolution was adopted: Resolved: That the Town Board accept the invitaion of the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce for 12 July 4, 1935 and that the Town Clerk be instructed to notify the Chamber of the Board’s acceptance on roll call passed unanimously. On motion by Justice Shanklin seconded by Justice Terry, the following resolution was adopted: Resolved: That the Supervisor be instructed to vote “No” on the matter of setting up the Plumbers Examining Board as the Town Board does not approve of the present set up of the new law. On roll call 5 votes cast affirmative, Supervisor Horton not voting. On motion by Justice Terry seconded by Justice Shanklin, the following resolution was adopted: Resolved: That the Town Counsel be instructed to defend the suit brought by Mrs Joseph Gradowski for damages for the death of her husband Joseph Gradowski on June 12, 1933, death having been caused by the uprooting of a tree by a gale on that day; and the Town Counsel is hereby instructed to employ such legal assistance as may be deem necessary, said legal assistance to be at the expense of the Town. On roll call, carried unanimously Minutes read and approved R. L. Davison Town Clerk 13 A special meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of the Southold Town Clerk on Friday, June 25, 1935, at 1:30 P.M. Present: Supervisor Horton, Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve, and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways, Price; Town Counsel Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. George H Smith of Southold appeared before the Board and requested that the Town Board lay a drain pipe on property east of Hobart Road, at Founders Landing in the village of Southold, to take off highway drainage which the Town empties on that property. The Board agreed to purchase the tile for that job on the condition that the owners of the property affected bear the cost of installing the drain. The following ordinance concerning the use of the public docks in the Town of Southold was offered by Justice Hawkins. The motion was seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call adopted unanimously: Resolved: That the following ordinance be and the same is hereby enacted as an ordinance of the Town of Southold: Section 1. – Definitions. When used in this local law: (A) The word “person” includes an individual, co- partnership, society, association, joint stock company, club, corporation, and any combination of individuals. (b) The word “monopolize” when applied to this ordinance shall mean the use for an unreasonable period of time 14 to the exclusion of others, or to unreasonably restrict or obstruct the use, of any public bulkhead, dock or landing owned or controlled by the Town of Southold. Section 2. It shall be unlawful for any person to monopolize to the inclusion of others any public dock, public bulkhead or public landing place within the boundaries of said Town of Southold (excluding there from the territory within the limits of the incorporated Village of Greenport.) Any person violating this ordinance shall be liable to a penalty in a sum not exceeding $100. for any offense and in addition there to the violation of this ordinance shall constitute disorderly conduct and the person violating the same shall be a disorderly person, punishable by imprisonment in a County Jail or workhouse for a term not exceeding six (6) months, or by a fine not exceeding Fifty $(50) Dollars, or by both. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage and legal publication and posting thereof as required by Section 133 of the Town Law. Dated at Southold, New York, June 28, 1935 Southold Town Board S. Wentworth Horton Supervisor Russell L Davison Town Clerk Harry Terry Herbert M Hawkins Norman E. Klipp William B. Reeve Justices of the Peace 15 The Town Clerk was ordered to publish the ordinance in the Suffolk Times for an issue, and to have the ordinance posted, according to law in three conspicuous places in the Town. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call adopted unanimously. The Town Counsel was instructed to draw up a three- year lease of the concession at the Town Beach at Arshamomaque to Jack Levin. Minutes read and approved Meeting adjourned at 3:40 PM. R L Davison Town Clerk 16 The Southold Town Board met on July 2, 1935 at the office of the Supervisor of the Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton in Greenport. Present were Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry; Hawkins; Klipp and Reeve; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Whereas: The State’s reimbursements are far in arrears for Welfare Relief: The following Resolution was offered by Justice Klipp and seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call duly carried unanimously; that the Supervisor be Authorized to borrow Eighteen Hundred ($1800) on the credit of Southold Town and to issue certificates of indebtedness therefore, pursuant to Chapter 795 of the Laws of 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto, to raise funds for home relief in the Town of Southold. The Board then met as a Board of Audit to examine bills against the Town. Adjournment at 5 P.M. Russell L Davison Town Clerk 17 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, July 19, 1935, at 1:30 P.M. Present were Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. Captain Frank Tuthill of East Marion appeared before the Board and spoke of the possibility of dredging from the Bay to Marion Lake. He asked for suggestions as to how the matter might be handled. Several plans were offered by which the boatmen of that section might be able to make this lake into a haven for small craft. Mr. Van Brunt Tandy of Mattituck appeared before the Board with a new petition representing more than 51% of the taxable property and property owners of the Mattituck Boulevard section, asking for the formulation of a lighting district on the southerly side of Peconic Bay Boulevard, bounded as follows: On the east by the westerly line of the Husing farm; on the west by the middle line of Laurel Lane; on the north by the middle line of Peconic Bay Boulevard; and on the South by Peconic Bay. Said district to have 29 street lights. The Town Clerk was advised to write to the comptroller to request authority under the new law for the formation of such a district for the protection of the residents there. A motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Terry, the following action was taken: Resolved: That a public hearing be held at the residence of Mr. Van Brunt Tandy at 2:30 o’clock P.M. Friday, August 16, 1935 18 on the proposal to establish said district on roll call adopted unanimously. At the request of Mr. Cormack Feeney, on motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call adopted unanimously; it was Resolved: That that portion of the highway adjoining Mr. Cormack Feeney’s property on the south, said portion having an area of approximately 8259.5 square feet, which is located between his property and the new highway line, as changed by the County in building the new North Road; and that the Superintendent of Highways be instructed to enter an order abandoning such land for highway purposes. This plot is shown on map of the Superintendent of Highways, on file with the Town Clerk. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp. Resolved: That the Town Attorney be instructed to protect the Town’s rights, relative to obstructions in the highway on the extension of Reeve’s Avenue, Mattituck. On roll call passed unanimously. Motion by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the following places be recommended to the Board of Elections as polling places for the Town of Southold: District I. Fireman’s Hall, Fisher’s Island, 2. Mechanics Hall, Orient “ 3 Firemans Hall, East Marion 4 Ladies Rest Room, Greenport “ 5 Taskers Buildings 6 Lecture Room Lutheran Church “ “ 7 St Agnes Hall Greenport 8 Town Clerks Office Southold “ 9 Community Hall 19 District 10 Jefferson’s Store Building, Peconic “ 11 Sacred Heart Parish Hall Cutchogue “ 12 Firemans Hall Mattituck “ 13 Episcopal Church On roll call passed unanimously. Moved by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That Fred E Booth be and hereby is recommended for the office of Attendance Officer for the schools of Southold Town at the same salary. On roll call passed unanimously. Moved by Justice Klipp, seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas: Bridges connecting both North and South Forks of Eastern Long Island through Shelter Island are essential to properly carry the present traffic and to provide for further growth and development of a large area of Suffolk County: and Whereas: This project for the construction of such bridges has been submitted by Suffolk County, State of New York, to the Public Works Administration, and Whereas: This Project, if approved, will be self-liquidating, part of the funds necessary being a direct grant under the Public Works Administration, and the balance of funds necessary being provided through refunding bonds which will be paid out of toll receipts, and which will not increase the burden of real estate taxation. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That this Board approve and endorse this project and urge the Public Works Administration’s approval so that construction of these bridges may be started at the earliest possible moment. On roll call adopted unanimously. 20 Motion of Justice Klipp, seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas: The District Engineer of the War Department is to hold a public th hearing at Greenport on July 30 concerning the advisability of deepening Sterling Harbor and Whereas: This project is of great value to Southold Town, and particularly to Greenport Village; Resolved: That Southold Town donate half the expense of the hearing, to the sum not more than $50. On roll call unanimously adopted. The Supervisor’s report for the month of June was read and approved, and ordered placed on file. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas: The list of Suffolk County projects has been submitted to the Public Works Authority; and Whereas: Improvement of the Shinnecock Canal as proposed in the plan submitted to the Authorities is of peculiar importance in the development of the Inland Waterways System of Long Island; and Whereas: All of the communities of Eastern Long Island will be much benefitted by improvement of the Inland Waterways, of which this canal is one of the key units. Be it Resolved: That the Southold Town Board strongly endorses this project and urges its consideration and early acceptance as one of the P.W.A. projects for this County. On roll call adopted unanimously. 21 Whereas: one of the important developmental projects in the Suffolk County districts as presented to the P.W.A. is for the construction of a bridge at Smith’s Point, to connect an unusually fine section of Ocean Beach directly to the mainland, and Whereas: this bridge will form an important and highly useful link in the County Highway System; and Whereas: the County Planning Board has accounted this project of exceptional interest and importance in the development of Eastern Long Island. Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board urgently requests that the project be given careful consideration by the Public Works Authority, and that it be included in the grants made for work in Suffolk County. Moved by Justice Klipp, seconded by Justice Terry, on roll call adopted unanimously. A letter was read from the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce recommending that the following schedule be followed in the operation of the traffic light at that village. “That during heavy traffic days, the light be in full operation. That during days of light traffic, the light be left on caution blinker.” A letter was read from the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce thanking the Southold Town Board for participating in its Fourth of July Celebration. The minutes of the meeting were read and approved. Meeting adjourned at 4:45 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 22 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, August 6, 1935, at 10:00 A.M. Present were Justices Terry, Hawkins and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. In the absence of Supervisor Horton, Justice Terry, as the Senior Justice, presided. On motion by Justice Hawkins which was regularly seconded, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: Whereas: The Long Island Railroad Company in its plan of economy has recently closed the station at Peconic, and has reduced the working hours of service of the agent at the Southold and Cutchogue stations to an unreasonable extent thereby causing much inconvenience to the patrons of the Company and the inhabitants of these villages; and Whereas, the Southold Town Board believes such action by the Long Island Railroad Management to be detrimental the growth and best interests of these communities; Therefore Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board protests this action by the Long Island Railroad management, and respectfully requests that the services of an agent at these several stations be restored to the former number of hours. Be It Further Resolved: That a certified copy of this resolution be sent to the management of the Long Island Railroad Company; and to the Public Service Commission of the State of New York. Inasmuch as reimbursement for Welfare Relief expenditures are far in arrears, on 23 motion of Justice Hawkins which was seconded by Justice Klipp, on roll call passed unanimously, it was Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is empowered to borrow $3,500 on the credit of Southold Town and to issue certificates of indebtedness therefore, pursuant to Chapter 798, of the Laws of 1931, and the acts amendatory thereto, to raise funds for home relief in the Town of Southold. The Board then met as a Board of Audit to examine bills against the Town. The meeting adjourned at 5:00 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 24 The Southold Town Board met at the home of Van Brunt Tandy, Mattituck, on Friday, August 16, 1935, for the purpose of holding a public hearing on the petition of Herbert R. Conklin and others for the establishment of a lighting district bounded as follows: On the north by the middle line of Peconic Bay Boulevard; on the east by Husing Farm; on the south by Peconic Bay; on the west by the middle line of Laurel Lane. Supervisor Horton called the hearing to order at 2 P.M. Present were Van Brunt Tandy, Mrs E M Chapman, Alice E Spedick, Harry R Spedick, Mrs John Korn. Several of those attending the hearing spoke in favor of the proposed district. There were no protests. The hearing was formally declared closed at 2:45. Supervisor Horton recessed the meeting for 30 minutes, ordering the Board to reconvene at the office of the Town Clerk in Southold. The meeting was called to order at 3:15 P.M. at the office of the Town Clerk. Mr. Earl Hagerman of Southold appeared before the Board and presented a petition from the Griswold-Terry-Glover Post of the American Legion, and signed by many residents of the Village, asking the Board to consider means of providing protection for the people of the village in its very difficult traffic situation which prevails in the village. The petition urged that traffic lights be installed. On motion of Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Reeve, and on roll call unanimously adopted the following resolution was passed: Whereas: A petition has been presented to this Board by the Griswold-Terry- Glover Post of the American Legion, bearing the names of many residents of Southold Village urging that traffic lights be installed on the Main Street of the 25 village; and Whereas: The street designated in the petition is a State Highway, and is therefore under the jurisdiction of the State Highway Department; and Whereas: The traffic situation on that street is becoming increasingly a source of danger, as is evidenced by the fact that several serious accidents have occurred there; Be It Resolved: That the Supervisor be designated a committee of one to confer with the State Highway Department in this district and request that they make a detailed study of the Southold Village situation; and that they devise a plan which will at once expedite traffic and offer proper protection to the public. On motion of Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry, the following Resolution was unanimously adopted: Whereas, a petition has been presented to this Board, bearing the signatures of over 51% of the resident taxpayers of the Peconic Bay Boulevard section, Village of Mattituck, Town of Southold, County of Suffolk, and State of New York, requesting that this Board establish a lighting district bounded as follows: On the north by the middle line of Peconic Bay Boulevard; on the east by the Husing Farm; on the South by Peconic Bay; on the west by the middle line of Laurel Lane; and Whereas: The protection of the public and also of the property demands the establishment of such districts; And Whereas: The Southold Town Board has set a public hearing as required by law and has held such hearing; and 26 Whereas: The hearing disclosed the fact that there was no objection on the part of any of the resident taxpayers to the establishment of such a district; and Whereas: The bonded indebtedness of the Town of Southold is approximately $46,000 and its assessed valuation is $22,000,000, putting this Town out of the class intended to be restrained by recent legislation; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to communicate with The Honorable Morris S. Tremaine, Comptroller of the State of New York, and to inform him that the establishment of the said district will entail no expense on the residents of the district; that the only expense in connection with the district will be the annual charge per light to the Long Island Lighting Company; that much of the property is summer residential property, and the presence of the lights will greatly deter vandals and thieves during those months when the property is vacant. Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed respectfully to urge the Comptroller that he investigate the situation and give his permission for the establishment of this lighting district. A claim was presented to the Board from Edward A. Grattan and Joseph S. Grattan for the loss of a cow which, the claim states, was due to a faulty cover on a catch basin on Railroad Avenue. The claim was turned over to the Town Attorney for his opinion. A letter from Jason Moth, an attorney of 1350 Broadway, New York City, regarding the removal of a fence from property used for road purposes in Mattituck, was read. 27 Mr. Moth represents Mrs. Bailie. Inasmuch as the Town holds title to the property, the matter was placed in the hands of the Town Attorney for his consideration and action. On motion of Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: Whereas, announcement recently made concerning the wages to be paid workers on the P.A. projects for the Towns in the Eastern section of Suffolk County has set the rate at $48. Whereas the rate in the Western Towns of the County is set at $55. And Whereas: Due to the additional freight rate and similar considerations the cost of living is higher in the East End Towns than in the Western Towns of the County; And Whereas: the low rate planned for local labor amounts to a serious discrimination against these East End Towns; Therefore Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board urgently requests that this matter be given the careful and immediate attention of the authorities in charge, and that they be urgently requested to raise the wage rate for the Eastern Towns of the County to the same rate paid in the other sections. Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to send a copy of this resolution to Lester W. Herzog, 82 Pearl Street, Albany, New York; and to William E. Gormley, Mineola, New York. and 28 the Town Attorney was instructed to prepare the papers for the discontinuance of the old highway, on a portion of the Old North Road, said parcel being no longer used for highway purposes. Meeting adjourned at 5:30 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 29 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at rd Greenport on Tuesday, September 3. Present were Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry and Town Clerk Davison. Letters were read from the Department of Agriculture and Markets relating to dog warden’s bills, in which the Town is advised that these bills will have to be held until the Town receives Dog Monies in 1936. Following discussion of the recent fatal accident at Fanning’s Corner, New Suffolk, on motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, it was Resolved: That the Southold Town Board view the intersection of Suffolk Avenue and New Suffolk Lane, New Suffolk, prior to the regular meeting on th September 20 with a view to installing some safety device there for traffic. On roll call was unanimously adopted. The resignation of Curtis W Horton of New Suffolk as Constable was read. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Terry on roll call adopted unanimously. It was Resolved: That the Southold Town Board accept the resignation of Mr Curtis W. Horton as Constable, and express its appreciation of the service rendered by Mr. Horton during his term of office. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That Henry Jacobs of New Suffolk, be and hereby is, appointed Constable to 30 fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Curtis W. Horton, said appointment to be at the pleasure of the Board. A petition was presented to the Board signed by Robert E. Stott and others, representing more than 51% of the resident taxpayers and of the assessed valuation of Bay View, asking that they be annexed to the Southold Fire District, it was regularly moved and voted that a hearing be held on the proposed th enlargement on Saturday, October 5 at one o’clock in the afternoon of that day at the office of the Town Clerk, Southold. Bounded and described as follows: - Beginning at a point where the Eastern line of land of St Patrick’s Cemetery intersects the Southerly line of Bay View Road and running thence Southerly along the Easterly line of land of St. Patrick’s Cemetery, land now or formerly of Lewis W. Korn and ors. to Corey’s Creek; thence Easterly and Northerly following the shore of Peconic Bay to the Easterly end of Paradise Point, so called; thence Westerly along the shore of Peconic Bay to the mouth of Goose Creek; thence continuing in a general Westerly direction along the Southerly shore of Goose Creek and along the line of the gutter to the Southerly line of Southold Fire District; thence Westerly along the Southery line of Southold Fire District to an angle; thence Southerly along said line of Southold Fire District, along land of Gordon and ors. to the Southerly side of Bay View Road and thence Westerly along the Southerly side of Bay View Road to the point or place of beginning. 31 A petition was presented from Clarence Diller and others, representing more than 51% of the resident taxpayers and of the assessed valuation of Peconic asking that they be annexed to the Southold Fire District; it was regularly moved and voted that a hearing be held on the proposed enlargement on Saturday, October 5, at one o’clock in the afternoon of that day, at the office of the Town Clerk, Southold. Bounded and described as follows: - Beginning at the intersection of the Easterly line of the Cutchogue Fire District and the Northerly boundary of Peconic Bay, and running thence Northerly along lands of John Messenger and the estate of Mr. J. Billard to a point; thence Westerly and thence Northerly along land of the estate of Mr. J. Billard to the Southerly side of a highway known as Leslie Avenue; thence across Leslie Avenue to the Northerly side thereof; thence West along Leslie Avenue to the Westerly side of land of Frank Woloski; thence along the Westerly side of Frank Woloski to the Southerly side of the Main South Road; thence West along the Southerly side of Main South Road to a point opposite the Easterly boundary line of the land of Elizabeth G. Horton; thence North across said South Road and along the land of Elizabeth G. Horton across said Main South Road and along the land of Elizabeth G. Horton Across the land of the Long Island Railroad Company to the Southerly side of the North Road; thence East along the Southerly side of the North Road to a point opposite the Easterly boundary line of land of James Burns; thence North across the North Road 32 and thence North along the Easterly boundary line of land of James Burns to Long Island Sound; thence Easterly along high water mark of Long Island Sound to the Easterly boundary line of the Southold Fire District; thence South along land of Dayton; thence Easterly and Southerly along land of Haynes to the North Road; thence continuing across the North Road, still along land of Haynes, to land of the Long Island Railroad Company; thence across the Long Island Railroad to the Southerly line thereof; thence West along the Southerly line of land of the Long Island Railroad Company to the Easterly line of land of John Mokus; thence Southerly along land of John Mokus to the North side of the Main South Road; thence continuing along the same to the south side of the Main South Road; thence West along the Southerly side of the Main South Road to land of John Stankiwicz, formerly of Carrington; thence West along land of John Stankiwicz, formerly of Carrington to the Easterly side of Richmond’s Creek; Thence along the Easterly side of Richmond’s Creek to high water mark of Peconic Bay; and thence Westerly along high water mark of Peconic Bay to the point or place of beginning. The Westerly boundary line of the premises herein described is the present Easterly boundary line of Cutchogue Fire District, and the Easterly boundary line of the premises herein described as the Westerly boundary line of the Southold Fire District. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 33 On Friday, September 6, 1935 the Southold Town Board made its annual trip to Fishers Island for the annual inspection of the roads of that section of Southold Town. The trip was made by boat from Greenport. Justice Radford C. Shanklin met the official group at the dock at Fishers Island, and conducted the party to the Mansion House. Following dinner the annual Fishers Island meeting was held in a parlor at the Mansion House with the following in attendance: Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton; Justices Terry, Shanklin, Reeve, Hawkins and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Also present at the meeting were Town Welfare Officer Syruna, and former, Town Clerk J. N. Hallock and Mr. Ferguson. Justice Shanklin addressed the Board on the matters at which he was engaged for the Town. He spoke of the road projects which he had under way, and of the plans for the work during the coming year. On motion of Superintendent Price, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call passed unanimously, it was: Resolved: That Fishers Island be given its usual pro rata share of the highway moneys based on its proportionate assessed valuation. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, and on role call adopted unanimously; it was Resolved: That the Town Board extend its appreciation for the hospitality of Mr. Ferguson and Justice Shanklin for the 34 kindly reception given the Board on this occasion. Town Welfare Officer addressed the meeting to inform the Fishers Island representatives of the general welfare situation. The meeting adjourned at 3:30 so that the members could get an early start on the rough homeward journey that they might get home before darkness set in. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 35 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Friday, September 20, 1935 at 1:30 P.M. Present were: Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Town Clerk reported that he was still corresponding with the Comptroller’s office relative to permission to set up its Peconic Bay Boulevard Lighting District. Mr. Howard Overton, janitor of the East Cutchogue School District, appeared before the Board and requested an increase in compensation for his work at the street crossing there. Jack Levin, who has the concession at the Town Beach at Arshamomoque, appeared before the Board and spoke concerning several matters relative to the Beach. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call passed unanimously, it was Resolved: That Christopher J. Grattan of Southold be and hereby is appointed Constable to fill the vacancy created by the death of Fred E. Booth, to serve at the pleasure of the Board. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call passed unanimously, it was Resolved: Pursuant to Section 119 of the Farms and Markets Law, F. Harold Booth be and hereby is appointed to the office of Dog Warden for the Town of Southold, to serve at the pleasure of the Board, and to be compensated by fee as provided by law. 36 Moved by Justice Reeve, seconded by Supt. Price; and on roll call unanimously adopted: Whereas: Lack of sidewalk facilities on Pike Street, Mattituck, at the present time results in a highly dangerous situation for the school children who use that thoroughfare going to and from school; And. Whereas: The Southold Town Board has done everything in its power to speed up the P.W.A. project for the construction of a proper sidewalk on that street, and Whereas: As soon as the plans, which have been prepared and submitted for that construction are approved by State and Federal officials, that project will be immediately started. Be It Resolved: That Pike Street Mattituck be closed to automobile traffic at the following times on days when the Mattituck School is in session. Moved by Justice Terry, seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That inasmuch as the date for the regular meeting for auditing the Town Bills comes on the first day of the month the Audit Meeting for October be postponed until October 8 at10 o’clock in the morning of that day. The Town Clerk presented the Preliminary Budget estimates for the several districts of the Town, as required by law. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, the estimate was unanimously approved as follows; 37 Highway Fund #1 - For the repair and improvement of Town Highways, including sluices, culverts, and bridges having a span of less than five feet $4500. Item 2 – Bridge Fund. Item 3 - Machinery Fund. For the purchase and repair of Machinery, tools and implements. $14,000. Item 4 - Miscellaneous Fund. For Snow removal. $4000. For weeds and brush and other purposes $6900. For salary and expenses of Town Supt. Of Highways and Deputy if any. $4,100. For other miscellaneous purposes $12000. Total Miscellaneous 27,000. Total for Highway purposes 86,000. Highway Bond and Interest $7,050. Public Libraries 5,000. Memorial Day Observance 200. Public Welfare 25,000. General Fund Fixed Salaries: Supervisor $4,000. Town Clerk 2,000. Town Counsel 1,000. Justices of Peace (5) 5,000. Assessors (6) 6,000 Receiver of Taxes 1,500. Constables (6) 1,800. Attendance Officer 750. Clerk for Supervisor 1,200. Traffic Officers (4) 8,865. Registrar of Vital Statistics 250. Constables at Schools 600. $32,965. 38 Rent for Supervisor’s office $420. Rent for other Town offices 1344. Advertising and Notices 1500. Office Expenses, postage & printing 700. Premiums on Bonds for Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes & Highway Supt. 1571.90 Assessors Clerks 1060.05 Assessors Expenses 650.00 Assessment Rolls 150. Clerks for Receiver of Taxes 500. Office Expense, Supplies, postage, Etc. for Receiver of Taxes 250. Insurance, Compensation Traffic Lights and Town Beach Buildings 679.58 Town Trustees 100. Constables expenses 200. Repairs and Supplies for Traffic Lights 100. Fees to Physicians 50. Maintenance of Town Beach 300. Lodging of Prisoners in Greenport Jail 100. 9,675.53 Special Districts Orient Fire $2500. Orient Light 1258.96 Orient Mosquito 1500. East Marion Fire 900. East Marion Light 1082.16 Fishers Island Light 1714.87 Southold Fire 10,000. Southold Light 2197.32 Southold Park 2000. Peconic Light 1703.40 Cutchogue Fire 6500. Cutchogue Light 2344.68 Mattituck Fire 7000. Mattituck Light 3145.68 43,847.07 Peconic Bay Boulevard Light 800. 44,647.07 39 Schools Districts No. 2 Orient 10,270. 9,093.08 No 3. East Marion 3,140. No 4. Fishers Island 29,392.51 No 5 Southold 28,260. No 6 Southold 3,251.86 No 7 Peconic 7,000. No 8 Cutchogue 7,125. No 9 Mattituck 31,500. No 10 Greenport 66,680.38 No 11 Laurel 6,040. 4,582.68 No 12 Cutchogue 14,912.11 No 14 Mattituck 7,500. No 15 New Suffolk 7,500. 222,571,86 It was further ordered that the Preliminary Budget Estimate be filed at the st office of the Town Clerk on and after October 1; and the Town Clerk was ordered to advertise the Public Hearing on the Budget, as required by law, said hearing to be held at the office of the Town Clerk on Friday, October 18, 1935, at 1:30 P.M. The Board then recessed to meet at New Suffolk, to view the corner of New Suffolk Lane and Suffolk Ave. On motion by Supt. Price, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, it was unanimously voted that a blinker light be installed at the intersection of those two streets. Meeting adjourned at 4:30 R. L. Davison Town Clerk 40 In the matter of the Application of the Town of Southold, Suffolk County, for permission to erect a lighting district therein to be known as Boulevard Avenue, Mattituck, Lighting District. Whereas: Application has been made to the undersigned by the town of Southold, Suffolk County, New York, by its Town Clerk, Russell L. Davison, by an affidavit and a petition dated September 20, 1935, and said affidavit of Mr. Davison is supplemented by an affidavit made by S. Wentworth Horton, Supervisor of said town, dated October 5, 1935, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 683 of the Laws of 1933, as amended by Chapter 45 of the Laws of 1935, for the permission to erect a lighting district therein to be known as Boulevard Avenue, Mattituck, Lighting District. Now, upon reading and filing the report of H. T. O’Brien, Director of the Bureau of Municipal Accounts and the Petition and Affidavits of Mr. Davison and Mr. Horton above referred to, and it appearing to me that the creation of the district is desirable, and that public interest will be served by the creation of such district, and that the cost of the same will not be an undue burden upon the property therein. I, Morris S. Tremaine, Comptroller of the State of New York, do hereby permit the creation of said lighting district. Given under my hand and seal of the Comptroller of the State of New York this th 8 day of October, 1935. Morris S. Tremaine, Comptroller H. Gates, Deputy Comptroller 41 The Regular Audit meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, on August 8, 1935. Present were: Supervisor Horton, Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp and Town Clerk Davison. Meeting called to order at 10:00 A.M. for the purpose of examining bills against the Town. Meeting adjourned at 5:00 P.M. Russell L. Davison Town Clerk The Southold Town Board at the office of the Southold Town Clerk on th Saturday, October 5, 1935 at 1:30 P.m. for the purpose of conducting a Public Hearing on the proposed addition to the Southold Fire District. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve, and Klipp; Supt. of Highways Price; Attorney George C. Terry and Town Clerk Davison. Present also were: Clerk Nat E. Booth of the Southold Fire Department: Daniel H. Horton, Charles T. Gordon, W. Corey Albertson and Henry Van Wyck. The hearing was formally opened at 1:00 P.M. Town Clerk Davison read the formal call of the meeting and presented affidavits attesting that the proposed additions had been duly advertised and notices of the proposed meetings had been posted as required by law. The hearing formally closed at 1:45 P.M. 42 NOTICE OF HEARING. NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to law that a public hearing will be held before the Southold Town Board at the Town Clerk’s Office at Southold, Suffolk th County, on the 5 day of October, 1935, at one o’clock in the afternoon to th consider the petition of Robert E. Stott and ors. dated August 29, 1935, requesting the annexation of the territory described below and which adjoins the present Southold Fire District, to the Southold Fire District. All persons interested either in favor of or opposed to the granting of said petitions may appear and be heard at that time. The territory proposed to be annexed to said District is described as follows: ALL that tract or parcel of land situate in the Town of Southold, County of Suffolk and State of New York, bounded and describes as follows: BEGINNING at a point where the Easterly line of St. Patrick’s Cemetery intersects the southerly line of Bay View Road and running thence Southerly along the Eastern line of land of St. Patrick’s Cemetery land now or formerly of Lewis W. Korn and ors. to Corey’s Creek; thence Easterly and Southerly along the shore of Corey’ Creek to Peconic Bay; thence Easterly and Southerly following the shore of Peconic Bay to the Easterly end of Paradise Point, so called; thence Westerly along the shore of Peconic Bay to the mouth of Goose Creek; thence continuing in a generally Western direction along the Southerly shore of Goose Creek and along the line of the gutter to the Southerly line of Southold Fire District; thence Westerly along the Southerly line of Southold Fire District to an angle; thence Southerly along said line of Southold Fire District, along land of Gordon and ors. to the Southerly side of Bay View Road and thence Westerly along the Southerly side of Bay View Road to the point or place of beginning. th Dated at Southold, New York, September 11, 1935. SOUTHOLD TOWN BOARD RUSSELL L. DAVISON, TOWN CLERK. 43 NOTICE OF HEARING. NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to law that a public hearing will be held before the Southold Town Board at the Town Clerk’s Office at Southold, Suffolk County, th New York, on the 5 day of October 1935, at one o’clock in the afternoon to consider the petition of C. F. Diller and ors. dated August 29th, 1935 requesting the annexation of the territory described below and which adjoins the present Southold Fire District, to the Southold Fire District. All persons interested in favor of or opposed to the granting of said petition may appear and be heard at that time. The territory proposed to be annexed to said district is described as follows: Beginning at the intersection of the Easterly line of the Cutchogue Fire District and the Northerly boundary of Peconic Bay, and running thence Northerly along lands of John Messenger and the estate of Mr. J. Billard to a point; thence Westerly and thence Northerly along land of the estate of Mr. J. Billard to the Southerly side of a highway known as Leslie Avenue; thence across Leslie Avenue to the Northerly side thereof; thence West along Leslie Avenue to the Westerly side of land of Frank Woloski; thence along the Westerly side of Frank Woloski to the Southerly side of the Main South Road; thence West along the Southerly side of Main South Road to a point opposite the Easterly boundary line of the land of Elizabeth G. Horton; then across North across said Main South Road and along the land of Elizabeth G. Horton across the land of the Long Island Railroad Company to the Southerly side of the North Road; thence East along the Southerly side of the North Road to a point opposite the Easterly boundary line of land of James Burns; thence North across the North Road and thence North along the Easterly boundary line of land of James Burns to Long Island Sound; thence Easterly along high water mark of Long Island Sound to the Westerly boundary line of the Southold Fire District; thence South along land of Dayton; thence Easterly and Southerly along land of Haynes to the North Road; thence continuing across the North Road, still along land of Haynes, to land of the Long Island Railroad Company; thence across the Long Island Railroad to the Southerly line thereof; thence West along the Southerly line of land of the Long Island Railroad Company to the Easterly line of land of John Mokus; thence Southerly along land of John Mokus to the North side of the Main South Road; thence continuing along the same course to the south side of the Main South Road; thence West along the Southerly side of the Main South Road to land of John Stankiwicz, formerly of Carrington; thence West along land of John Stankiwicz, formerly of Carrington to the Easterly side of Richmond’s Creek; thence along the Easterly side of Richmond’s Creek to high water mark of Peconic Bay; and thence Westerly along high water mark of Peconic Bay to the point or place of beginning. The Westerly boundary line of the premises herein described is the present Easterly boundary line of Cutchogue Fire District, and the Easterly boundary line of the premises herein described as the Westerly boundary line of the Southold Fire District. th Dated at Southold, New York, September 11, 1935. SOUTHOLD TOWN BOARD. RUSSELL L. DAVISON, TOWN CLERK. 44 On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the section known as Bay View, bounded as follows. (see page 42) be added to the Southold Fire District, subject to the formal permission of the Comptroller of the State. Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to write to the Comptroller of the State of New York, to inquire if the proposed enlargement of this district comes within the scope of Chapter 683 of the Laws of 1933, as amended by Chapter 45 of the Laws of 1935. On motion by Justice Reeve which was seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call was unanimously adopted it was Resolved: That the section known as Peconic, bounded (See page 43) be added to the Southold Fire District, subject to the formal permission of the Comptroller of the State. Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to write to the Comptroller of the State of New York, to inquire if the proposed enlargement of this district comes within the scope of Chapter 683 of the Laws of 1933, as amended by Chapter 45 of the Laws of 1935. Meeting adjourned at 2:30 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 45 The Southold Town Board met at the office of the Town Clerk in Southold on th Friday, October 18, 1935 at 1:30 P.M. for the duly advertised hearing on the proposed budget – Present were: Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Supt. of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. A communication from the Honorable Morris S. Tremaine, Comptroller of the State of New York was read (See page 40) giving formal permission for the establishment of a lighting district for the residents of the southerly side of Peconic Bay Boulevard, Mattituck. Inasmuch as the above permission from the Comptroller was needed, under Chapter 683 of the Laws of 1933 as amended by Chapter 45, of the Laws of 1935 and inasmuch as the legal hearing had been duly advertised and held on August 16, 1935. The Town Clerk was instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install the 29 lights, as requested in the petition, on Peconic Bay Boulevard Mattituck. A communication was read from the Comptroller replying to a letter from the Town Clerk. The letter informed the Board that, inasmuch as the proposed enlargements of the Southold Fire District were simply additions to an already existent district, the action did not come within the meaning of Chapter 683 of the Laws of 1933, as amended by Chapter 45 of the Laws of 1935, and that his office therefore, had no jurisdiction. 46 The Town Clerk was ordered to notify the Southold Fire District that the petitions presented by the residents in the territories proposed to be annexed, namely, Bay View and that section of Peconic adjoining the present Southold Fire District on the west, and extending to the bounds of the present Cutchogue Fire District were granted. Captain George J. Hardy appeared before the Board and entered a complaint concerning damage done to his property at Jockey Creek by the construction of the new County bridge at that point. The Board agreed to view the property to ascertain if anything could be done to remedy the situation. The hearing on the proposed budget was formally opened. There were no taxpayers present to examine its items in the proposed budget. The Board considered at length the several items in the proposed budget, but took no further action on any of the proposed figures. The hearing on the proposed budget was formally declared closed at 2:55 P.M On motion of Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That a special meeing of the Town Board be held at the office of the Supervisor at 1:30 P.M. on Friday, October 25, 1935, for the purpose of taking final action on the Budget. 47 On motion of Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Long Island Lighting Company be instructed to install one light on Young’s Road, Orient at the maximum distance from the last light on the said road. The Town Clerk was instructed to communicate with all of the regular constables of Southold Town and to instruct them to be on duty Halloween, Wednesday, October 31, for the purpose of preventing acts of vandalism on property in the Town. The meeting was recessed and the members of the Board went to Jockey Creek to view the alleged property damage suffered by Captain Hardy as a result of the building of the new County bridge at that point. The meeting was formally adjourned at 4:50 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 48 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, October 25, 1935, at 1:30 P.M. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Supt of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read for the information of the Board. The Town Clerk read a letter from the law firm of Emmett and Libby in regard to the estate of Gussie Horton. The matter was referred to the Town Attorney. A letter was read from Attorney Roger M. Wiley in regard to the renewal of a lease for lands under water in Mattituck Creek, giving the Town due notice that Herbert M. Conklin proposed to exercise his option for renewal on the expiration of the present lease. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Budget for 1936, as proposed and presented at the Public Hearing, duly advertised and held at the office of the Town Clerk on October 18, 1935, be adopted as follows: 49 Highway Fund, Item #1 $45,000.00 For the repair and improvement of Town Highways, including sluices, Culverts and bridges having a span of less than five feet Machinery Fund 14,000.00 For the purpose and repair of Machinery, tools and implements. Miscellaneous Fund For Snow removal $4,000.00 For Weeds, Brush and other purposes 6,900.00 For salary and expenses of Town Supt. of Highways and Deputy, if any 4,100.00 For other miscellaneous purposes 12,000.00 27,000.00 Highway Bond and Interest 6,781.67 Public Libraries 5,000.00 Memorial Day Observance 200.00 11,981.67 Public Welfare 25,000.00 General Fund. Fixed Salaries Supervisor $4,000.00 Town Clerk 2,000.00 Town Counsel 1,000.00 Justices of the Peace (5) 5,000.00 Assessors (6) 6,000.00 Receiver of Taxes 1,500.00 Constables (6) 1,800.00 Attendance Officer 750.00 Clerk for Supervisor 1,200.00 Traffic Officers (4) 8,865.00 Registrar of Vital Statistics 250.00 Constables at Schools 600.00 32,965.00 Rent for Supervisor’s Office 420.00 Rent for other Town Offices 1,200.00 Advertising and Notices 1,500.00 Office expenses, postage and printing 700.00 Premiums on Bonds for Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes and Highway Supt. 1,571.90 Assessors Clerks 1,060.06 50 Assessor’s Expenses $650.00 Assessment Rolls 150.00 Clerks for Receiver of Taxes 700.00 Office expenses, supplies, postage etc, for Rec. of Taxes 450.00 Insurance, Compensation, Traffic Lights & Town Beach Building 621.00 Town Trustees 1.00 Constables Expenses 200.00 Repairs and supplies for Traffic Lights 100.00 Fees to Physicians 50.00 Maintenance of Town Beach 300.00 Lodging of Prisoners in Greenport Jail 10,000 165,820.32 Estimated Receipts. Mortgage Taxes $955.26 Income Taxes 7,872.48 Franchise Tax 3,683.11 Beverage Tax 15,052.83 Tax Penalties 2,296.31 Licenses 70.85 Fines and Fees 1,525.82 Concession at Town Beach 150.00 31,606.66 Special Districts Orient Fire 2,500.00 Orient Light 1,258.96 Orient Mosquito 1,500.00 East Marion Fire 900.00 East Marion Light 1,082.16 Fishers Island Light 1,714.87 Southold Fire 10,000.00 Southold Light 2,197.32 Southold Park 2,000.00 Peconic Light 1,703.40 Cutchogue Fire 6,500.00 Cutchogue Light 2,344.68 Mattituck Fire 7,000.00 Mattituck Light 3,145.68 Boulevard Ave. Mattituck Light 700.00 51 School Districts no. 2 Orient $10,270.00 no. 3 East Marion 3,140.00 no. 4 Fishers Island 29,392.51 no. 5 Southold 28,260.00 no. 6 Southold 3,251.86 no. 7 Peconic 7,000.00 no. 8 Cutchogue 7,125.00 no. 9 Mattituck 31,500.00 no. 10 Greenport 66,680.00 no. 11 Laurel 6,040.00 no. 12 Cutchogue 14,912,11 no. 14 Mattituck 7,500.00 no. 15 New Suffolk 7,500.00 222,571.86 On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was th Resolved: Whereas Election Day falls upon Tuesday, November 5 and the Southold Town Board also falls upon that day. Be It Resolved: That the regular Audit Meeting of the Southold Town Board be th postponed for one week, namely until November 12. Said meeting to be held at the regular time and place. Be It Further Resolved: That the regular November meeting which ordinarily be held on the third Friday, be also postponed until the fourth Friday of said month, for the purpose of dividing up the month more satisfactorily. 52 The Justices of Southold Town and the Town Clerk met at the office of the th Town Clerk on Wednesday, November 6, 1935 as required by law, to canvas the vote of the Town for Town Officials: We the undersigned, Justices of the Peace and Town Clerk of Southold Town, Suffolk County, New York, declare the result of the Town Meeting Election, held in Southold Town, on November 5, 1935 is as follows: The whole number of votes cast for the office of Supervisor was 4816 Of which Fred N. Terrell received 1681 S. Wentworth Horton 3135 The whole number of votes cast for The office of Town Clerk was 4600 Of which R. Eugene Lindsay received 1935 Russell L. Davison 2665 The whole number of votes cast for the office of Receiver of Taxes was: 4568 Of which James F. Gagen received 1880 Everett H. Vail 2688 The whole number of votes cast for the office of Supt. of Highways was 4679 Of which Frederick C. Leicht received 1752 Harold D. Price “ 2927 53 The whole number of votes cast for the office of Justice of the Peace for a term of four years was 9038 Of which Louis Baumann received 1613 Oliver W. Case “ 2159 Herbert M. Hawkins “ 2742 William B. Reeve “ 2524 The whole number of votes cast for the office of Assessor was 26,929 Of which William Haberman received 1784 Louis H. Rackett “ 1579 Herbert J. Cassidy “ 1623 Alfred S. Davids “ 1622 Andrew J. Case “ 1768 Leo Baldwin “ 1556 S. Brown Tabor “ 2772 Irving M. Rogers “ 2844 Kenneth Monsell “ 2906 Daniel H. Horton “ 2867 Emmett W. Morrell “ 2799 Walter C. Grabie “ 2809 The whole number of votes cast for the office of School Director for a term of 2 years Of which Harry Sweet received 2892 (continued on next page) 54 The whole number of votes cast for the office of Town Trustee was 14,601 Of which Frederick Tabor received 2924 H. Seymour Case “ 2921 Nathan Davis “ 2899 Charles J. McNulty “ 2922 Stewart W. Horton “ 2935 Harry Terry Justices Herbert M. Hawkins of the Norman E. Klipp Peace William B. Reeve Russell L. Davison, Town Clerk The Southold Town Board met at the office of the Southold Town Clerk on th Thursday, November 7, as required by law. Present were: Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton; Justices Terry and Hawkins; Superintendent of Highways Harold Price and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 by Supervisor Horton. The Town Clerk reported that there was no business on the calendar which required present action. The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 R. L. Davison Town Clerk 55 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton in Greenport, on November 12, 1935 at 10 o’clock. Present at the meeting were: Justices: Terry, Reeves, Hawkins and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat as a Board of Audit to examine claims against the Town. The meeting was held for the transaction for regular business at 3:30 P.M. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call unanimously passed. Resolved: That the Supervisor be authorized to borrow $1,000. on the credit of Southold Town and to issue certificate of indebtedness therefore, pursuant to Chapter 789 of the Laws of 1931, and the amendatory thereto, raising funds for home relief in the Town of Southold. A petition bearing the names of Harry W. Equiton and others, owners of the adjoining property, requesting the Town to take over and maintain the road known as South Drive, running from Bay Avenue, Mattituck, through authorized lands of the Mattituck Development Company, was presented to the Board. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Superintendent of Highways Price it was Resolved: That the Board view the proposed road, South Shore Drive, Mattituck, following the adjournment of the present meeting. On roll call was unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 4 P.M. and the Board went to Mattituck to view the proposed road. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 56 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton in Greenport, on Friday, November 22, 1935 at 1:30 P.M. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Reeve, Hawkins and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That inasmuch as the required dedications have been duly received by the Board and the map of the same duly filed, the Town Board take over and maintain South Drive, Mattituck. The Town Board signed the papers for South Drive, Mattituck, which had been viewed at a previous meeting. The Town Board discussed at great length the constantly increasing number of serious automobile accidents and considered various methods of rendering the situation. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That Superintendent of Highways Price be authorized to purchase a tractor-mower at the price of $1000. A motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was 57 Resolved: That Supt. of Highways Price be authorized to purchase a passenger car for the use of the Superintendent of Highways, at a cost of $600. The Town Board discussed at length a suggestion of the Superintendent of Highways that the Town acquire a tract of land conveniently located for the proper storage of the Town’s trucks, tractors, snow plows, and other valuable equipment. The Superintendent of Highways is formulating a plan whereby, for no greater expenditure than is now being made for rent of sheds, this project can be carried through. The meeting adjourned at 4:30 P.M. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Receiver of Taxes shall deposit all sums of money received by him to the credit of the Supervisor in or with the First National Bank of Greenport and notify the Supervisor thereof. R. L. Davison, Town Clerk 58 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton in Greenport, on Tuesday, December 3, 1935 at 10:30 A.M. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. The bonds of the Receiver of Taxes for $50,000. Written by the American Surety Co., were presented to the Board. On motion by Justice Hawkins which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Southold Town Board approve the bond of the Receiver of Taxes as written by the American Surety Co; as to its form, manner of execution and sufficiency of security. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That inasmuch as the State and Federal reimbursements are in arrears, the Supervisor be empowered to borrow $4,000. On the credit of the Town, and to issue certificates of indebtedness therefore, for relief purposes. Minutes read and approved. The Board sat as a Board of Audit to examine claims against the Town. Meeting adjourned at 4:30 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 59 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton in Greenport on Friday, December 20, 1935. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Counsel Terry, and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:45 P.M. A letter was read from the Long Island Lighting Company, stating that the Company would run lines to the section adjacent to the Colored Church on the North Road, Cutchogue, on the condition that the several families living in that section would contract to take electric services. The purport of this letter was ordered given to Rev. Edward Green of the Church, who has asked the Board to try to secure electric service for the church. A letter was read from Harry R. Spedick, a taxpayer of the new Peconic Bay Boulevard Lighting District, complaining concerning the amount of his lighting assessment for the coming year. The Town Clerk was ordered to write to Mr. Spedick and to explain to him that the District has to have more than the amount for the forthcoming year assessed in this tax levy, as the service was started this year, and sufficient had to be collected to pay for sixteen months, instead of twelve; and also to explain that the levy was not made on the basis of frontage, but on the basis of assessed valuation. 60 A letter was read from J. J. Darcy, District Engineer of the State Highway Department in answer to a request from Supervisor Horton for repairs on Route 25, west of Mattituck, where the road has settled and the surface has been injured. Mr. Darcy stated that he had caused temporary repairs to be made, and that as soon as he received his maintenance material for the coming year, he would have further repairs made where they were needed. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call adopted unanimously, the Town Clerk was ordered to send the following resolution to J. J. Darcy, District Engineer of the State Highway Department, Babylon. Whereas: Several of the recent storms, and particularly the storm of November th 17 of the current year, have seriously damaged the sea wall protecting route 25 at that section between the village of East Marion and Orient; and Whereas: the experience of the past few years have demonstrated that the present wall is too low to furnish adequate protection against the high tides which frequently menace life and property in that section; and Whereas: in an emergency, this route constitutes the only avenue of communication with Orient, and it is of prime importance that it be properly protected; 61 Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board, believing the present wall inadequate in height, and of improper design to afford necessary protection to the highway, respectfully requests the State Highway Department to survey the situation and to take whatever steps are necessary for the proper protection of this important traffic artery. The present condition of the breakwater on Joshua Point, Greenport, which protects Greenport Harbor was brought to the attention of the Board. The storm th of November 17 undermined the wall in several places, and it is in need of repair. On motion of Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Terry, the following resolution was unanimously adopted, and the Town Clerk was ordered to forward a copy thereof to Lieut. Col. John W. N. Schultz, District Engineer, First New York District. Whereas, recent storms have materially destroyed the effectiveness of the breakwater of Joshua Point, Greenport, and have undermined the wall in several places; and Whereas, the experience of the past few years has demonstrated that the wall is so low that high tides completely submerge the structure; and Whereas, the value of such wall depends upon its being sufficiently high in the times of severe storms or unusual tides to afford protection to the harbor; 62 Be it resolved: That the Southold Town Board, believing that the breakwater at this point is of great importance to the people of this Town, and believing that the present condition of the wall demands immediate attention, respectfully lay these facts before the officials of the War Department, and request them to view the breakwater with a view to making necessary changes and repairs. A petition signed by 86 resident voters of Orient was presented to the Board. The signers asked that the Board forbid the taking of escallops from Hallocks or Little Bay from boats propelled either by sail or power, and be restricted to boats propelled by hand. The Board discussed at length its jurisdiction in the matter and took the matter under advisement for further study. th It was decided to hold the meeting, as required by law on December 28, at the office of the Town Clerk, at 10 o’clock A.M. The meeting adjourned at 5 o’clock P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 63 The Southold Town Board held its Annual Audit meeting, as required by law, at the office of the Town Clerk, at Southold, on Saturday, December 28, 1935. The meeting was called to order at 10:15 a.m. with the following present: Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton; Justices Terry, Reeve, Hawkins and Klipp; Town Counsel Terry; Town Superintendent of Highways Harold Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Welfare Officer A.W. Symonds spoke at length to the Board on matters regarding the operation of his office, suggesting methods for its more economical conduct in the future, as soon as the load could be adjusted to the new requirements, when the Work Relief Projects became properly organized. Inasmuch as the County Representatives have notified the Town Board that they are not to continue reimbursements on the salary of Investigator Cora Jackson of Mattituck, stating that lack of minimum educational requirements was the reason for their action, on motion of Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Reeve, the following resolution was unanimously adopted by the Board, and the Town Clerk was ordered to send a certified copy thereof to Charles Nissen Social Service Personnel Director of 79 Madison Ave. N. Y. City. Whereas: This Board has received notification that reimbursements are to be withdrawn 64 on the salary of Miss Cora Jackson, who has served this Board and this Town with the utmost diligence, interest and energy in her work as investigator during the past two years; and Whereas: Miss Jackson, although lacking the formal high school diploma, which the regulations require, has had the equivalent, or better, in the matter of secondary education as a pupil of Mrs. E. K. Morton, at one time a public school teacher who earned a wide reputation as the proprietress of a private school in Mattituck at which most of the pupils of that time who were preparing for college received their preparation; and Whereas, Miss Jackson served for some twelve years as Librarian in Mattituck; and Whereas, she had further preparation and background for social work in her long experience with the Red Cross, a work which brought her in frequent and intimate contact with the needy of her section; and Whereas, Due to her excellent work, along with that of her associates in the Welfare Department, the situation in this Town has been, the Board strongly believes, brought to a condition which is of an unusually high order; Now, Therefore Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board strongly protects this action against Miss Jackson, urging that the matter be given prompt and thorough investigation to determine the reasons for such action against a worker who has served faithfully and diligently, who has carried a very proper spirit of service to her difficult work, and 65 Who has shown the greatest desire to cooperate with her immediate superior and write the Members of the Town Board. Be it further resolved: That this Board request that the proposal action to stop reimbursements on the salary of this worker be delayed until such time as this investigation be concluded. In accordance with the law, Supervisor Horton relinquished the chair to Justice Terry. The Annual report of the Supervisor of Receipts and Disbursements for the past year was presented to the Board. On Motion of Justice Reeve which was seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted, the report was approved as follows. Supervisor Horton again took the chair. The report of Justice Terry was presented to the board. On motion by Justice Hawkins which was seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call adopted, Justice Terry not voting, the report was adopted, the report was adopted as follows: stth Receipts for Fees from December 1 1935 to December 28 1935 - $55.00 The report of Justice Hawkins was likewise presented and examined by the board. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry, the report was adopted on roll call, Justice Hawkins not voting, as follows. stth Receipts from Fines and Fees from December 1, 1935 to December 28, 1935 - $293.70 66 The report of Justice Reeve was presented and was examined by the Board. On Motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, the report was adopted, Justice Reeve not participating, as follows. stst Receipts for Fines and Fees from December 1, 1934 to December 1, 1935 - $232.40 The report of Justice Klipp was likewise presented and was examined by the Board. On Motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and formally adopted, Justice Klipp not participating, the report was adopted as follows. thrd Receipts from December 4, 1934 to December 3, 1935 for Fines and Fees - $228.70 The report of Town Clerk Davison was presented to the Board and after examination, on Motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Terry, was unanimously adopted as follows. thth Receipts and disbursements from November 30 1934 to November 30, 1935 -$3141.25 The report of Justice Shanklin was likewise presented to the Board and after examination, on Motion by Justice Hawkins which was seconded by Justice Terry was unanimously adopted as follows. th Receipts from December 30, 1934 to December 28, 1935 for Fees -$2.40 67 Inasmuch as the Town Board has felt that it was paying too much of the Highway Monies out each year for the rental of space in which to store highway equipment, and inasmuch as the Highway Superintendent had presented a plan whereby a piece of property, properly located, could be purchased for such purpose which would ultimately save for the Town the $700 which is now being expended for such rentals, the following Motion was presented by Justice Reeve, seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted. Resolved that the Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is empowered as provided by section 49 of the Highway Law to purchase in the name of the Town for the sum of $1400., that parcel of real estate fronting on Peconic Lane, Peconic Town of Southold, and Bounded as follows: on the north by land formerly of Daniel G, Case; on the east by Peconic Lane; on the south by the property of the Peconic Trucking Company; and on the west by land of the Davids Estate. Said parcel having a frontage on Peconic Lane of 115 feet; and having a depth of 265 feet; for the purpose of erecting thereon a permanent building for the storage of Town Machinery. The minutes of the meeting were read and approved. The Meeting adjourned at 3:50 P.M. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 68 The Southold Town Board met at the office of the Town Clerk, in Southold, on Wednesday, January 1, 1936 at eleven o’clock A.M. for the purpose of organizing for the coming year. Present at the meeting were Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Justices Terry, Reeve, Hawkins and Klipp, Town Superintendent Of Highways Price, and Town Clerk Davison. As the Supervisor by law acts as Chairman of the Board the group immediately proceeded with business. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Terry, it was resolved: That George C. Terry be appointed Town Counsel at an annual salary of $1200. On roll call unanimously adopted. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was resolved: That Archie W. Symonds be appointed Town Welfare Officer, to serve at the pleasure of the Board, at an annual salary of $1,000. On motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously passed, it was resolved: That Thomas Hassett of Greenport be appointed Deputy Town Welfare Officer to serve at the pleasure of the Town Board, at an annual salary of $1,000. On motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins it was moved: 69 That the Board appoint George Wetmore of Greenport as Special Officer for Traffic Duty. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Reeve, it was resolved: That this appointment be laid on the table. On roll call adopted by a vote of four to one, Justice Klipp voting negative. It was decided to let the matter of appointment for the two officers of special constables rest until the regular January meeting. On motion by Justice Terry which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted it was Resolved: That the Welfare Investigation be paid at the rate of twenty dollars per week, with a car allowance of eighteen dollars per month. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted it was Resolved: That F. Harold Booth and August Armbrust be appointed Dog Wardens, to be reimbursed by fees as provided by law. 70 On motion by Justice Klipp which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted it was Resolved: That Frederick Olmstead, F. Harold Booth, and William D. Biggs be appointed Dog Enumerators, to be compensated as provided by law Minutes read and approved. The meeting adjourned at 12:30 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 71 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton on Thursday, January 7, 1936 at 10:00 A.M. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Reeve, Hawkins and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Town Welfare Officer Symonds reported on several matters pertaining to welfare relief. A letter was read from J. J. Darcy relative to repairs on the Sea Wall between East Marion and Orient. The letter stated that a survey is being made of repairs necessary. The Board then sat as a Board of Audit to examine bills against the Town. The meeting adjourned at 5 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 72 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, January 17, 1936. Present were Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Reeve, Hawkins and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The following resolution was offered by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted in accordance with the provisions of Paragraph 1, Section 64 of the Town Law, as amended by Chapter 675 of the Laws of 1934. Resolved: That the Supervisor shall deposit Town moneys of the Town of Southold in the following Banks with security: The First National Bank of Greenport, The Peoples National Bank of Greenport, The Bank of Southold of Southold. The First National Bank of Cutchogue and the Mattituck National Bank and Trust Company of Mattituck, and be it further Resolved: That each depository designated shall be required to post as security for town funds deposited, collateral to the amount of 25% of moneys deposited in excess of the $5000. Which is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, but that no more than $25,000. collateral be required in any event, and that said collateral; shall consist of the bonds or certificates of the United States, of the State of New York, or any county, town, city, village or school district of the State of New York, and such bonds shall be deposited in such place and under such conditions as the Supervisor and each of such depositories shall agree upon. 73 Pursuant to a resolution of the Southold Town Board, dated the 17th day of January 1936, by which the banks or trust-companies of this state to be used by me for deposit of all moneys coming into my hands were designated in accordance with Sub-Division one of Section sixty-four of the Town Law, I have deposited all such moneys in the following banks; and the balances therein and th the security or securities delivered or deposited by each as of this 17 day of January 1936, also are set forth below, viz.: First National Bank of Greenport $57,149.70 $30,000. U.S. Treasury Bonds. Peoples National Bank of Greenport $20,507.44 $5,000. U. S. Treasury Bonds. Bank of Southold of Southold $1,288.37 First National Bank of Cutchogue $2,217.97 $5,025. Home Owners Loan Corp. Bonds. Mattituck National Bank and Trust Company of Mattituck $9,581.44 $10,000. U. S. Treasury Bonds. (Signed) S. Wentworth Horton, Supervisor. On motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, it was Resolved: That the matter of the appointment of George Wetmore be taken from the table. On roll call unanimously adopted. On motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Reeve; and on roll call 74 unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That George Wetmore of Greenport be appointed Special Constable for Traffic Duty, at a salary of $5.00 per day, to serve at the pleasure of the Board. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Reeve and unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That Henry Y. Young of Orient be appointed Special Constable for Traffic Duty at a salary of $5.00 per day, to serve at the pleasure of the Board. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, it was Resolved: That all traffic officers furnish their own cars and other equipment, and that they be allowed $2.00 per day for expenses, on roll call was unanimously adopted. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That Officer Otto Anrig be placed in charge of the Southold Town Police, with the title of Chief, under the general supervision of Supervisor Horton. On motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was 75 Resolved: That Egbert Brown be appointed on church duty at East Marion in the place of Milton Rogers, to serve at the pleasure of the Board. Supervisor Horton was called away from the meeting and Justice Terry, as Senior Justice, took the chair. The minutes of the meeting were read and approved. The meeting adjourned at 4:25 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 76 The Southold Town Board met at the office of S. Wentworth Horton in Greenport, on Friday, February, 21, 1936. Meeting was called to order at 1:45 P.M. Present were Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Reeve; Town Council George C. Terry; Town Superintendent of Highways Harold D. Price; and Town Clerk R. L. Davison. A communication was read from the Riverhead Fire Department, regarding the program for the annual tournament of the Suffolk County Volunteer Fireman’s Association. The matter was laid on the table. A communication was received from President C. H. Wickham, of the Mattituck Board of Education, asking for a change in the location of the lights near the entrance of the Mattituck School Grounds. He asked that east light be moved one pole west and the west light be moved one pole east. A communication, also a request, was read from other residents of Mattituck, asking that certain lights now placed over the sidewalk there, be moved over the road in the usual position. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call unanimously adopted it was Resolved: That Justice Reeve be appointed a committee of one to interview 77 A. H. Vail, of the Long Island Lighting Co. and other interested people, if these changes in the lights can be made. The Board signed the new contract for Lighting District no. 2 in Mattituck which was previously approved. A motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted it was Resolved: That the Audit Meeting for March be held on Tuesday, March 10, 1936, at the usual time. Welfare Officer Symonds addressed the Board on matters pertaining to his office. Contractor Stanley Corwin addressed the Board regarding material for the Proposed Highway Building at Peconic. The Board discussed at great length, ways and means of financing the erection of the Proposed Highway Building. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Reeve, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: Pursuant to the requirements of the Kirkland Act, regarding the appointment of a Fire Commissioner pursuant to paragraph regarding this appointment, Nathan H. Sayre of Peconic be and hereby is 78 appointed Fire Commissioner of the Southold Fire District (until the regular meeting of the Fire District) in the place of Charles E. Terry, deceased. Meeting adjourned at 5:25 P.M. R. L. Davison, Town Clerk The annual meeting of the Southold Park District as held in the office of the Town Clerk, Southold, on Friday evening, February 21, 1936, at 8:00 P.M. Call of the meeting was read by Town Clerk, R. L. Davison. Nat E. Booth was elected Chairman and R. L. Davidson clerk of the meeting. The poles were formally opened at 8 o’clock. The matter of repairs to the wharf at Founder’s Landing were discussed but no action took place. The poles were considered closed by the Chairman at 9 o’clock. Nathan Davis was elected Park Commissioner for three years, to succeed himself. The approval of two thousand dollar was passed unanimously The meeting adjourned at 9:25 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 79 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, March 10, 1936. The meeting was called to order at 10:15 A.M. Present were Supervisor Horton; Justices Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Owing to illness, Justice Harry Terry of Orient was unavoidably absent. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Captain Frank Tuthill of East Marion addressed the Board on matters pertaining to commercial fisheries. Justice Reeve of Mattituck reported as a Committee of One on lights in Mattituck. He stated that the Long Island Lighting Company had made arrangements to prolong its lines to serve the Colored Church in Cutchogue, as requested by the Board; and he reported that the other matters pertaining to lights in Mattituck had been attended to. The report was accepted and the Committee discharged. On motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That Justice Reeve be appointed a Committee of One to arrange details and to rent suitable room for the use of the Federal Food Store in Mattituck, at a rental not to exceed $12 per month. 80 On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That Justice Klipp be appointed a Committee of One to attend to the details to renting additional space in the shop adjoining the Welfare Office in Greenport, for the use of the Greenport Federal Food Store at a rental not to exceed $12 a month. A letter was read from C. H. Wickham of Mattituck, regarding the moving of a hedge which he stated was on the highway on Suffolk Avenue. Highway Superintendent Harold Price agreed with Mr. Wickham’s statement as to the location of the hedge. On motion of Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Town Attorney be instructed to write to James Morris, Sr. informing him that the hedge in front of his property extends upon the highway at Suffolk Avenue, and request Mr. Morris to move the hedge back to the property line. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, it was Resolved: That the car allowance of the Welfare Investigators be adjusted to st $25. per month as of February 1,1936 on roll call unanimously adopted. On motion by Justice Hawkins which 81 was seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That Victor Safe, no 57A, with interior fittings as specified in drawing, be purchased at a price of 240, delivered at Southold for the storage of documents in the Town Clerks office. Inasmuch as the State is in arrears on its Welfare Reimbursements, the following resolution was offered by Justice Reeve, seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call unanimously adopted; it was Resolved: That the Supervisor be authorized to borrow $4,500. on the credit of Southold Town and to issue certificates of indebtedness therefor, pursuant to Chapter 798 of the laws of 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto, to raise funds for home relief in the Town of Southold. The Board then convened as a Board of Audit to examine bills against the Town. Adjournment was at 5:45 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 82 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton in Greenport on Friday, March 20, 1936. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 P.M. Present were: Supervisor S. W. Horton, Justices Klipp, Hawkins, and Reeves; Town Attorney Terry; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Justice Terry was reported ill and unable to attend. A communication was read from County Superintendent of Highways Herman Bishop, stating that the County will take full responsibility for the construction and maintenance of the Jockey Creek Bridge, and the bulkheads at that point. A communication was read from Herbert Fordham, Esq. regarding the location of the proposed Shelter Island Bridge. The matter of the bridges was discussed at great length. It being the sentiment of the Board that the important point at present was to secure assurance that the bridge would be built. The letter was ordered placed on file. Bill of Edward Thompson for supplies amounting to $178.60 was ordered paid. Bills for relief expenditures of $120.80 were ordered paid by the Board. On motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted it was 83 Resolved: That the Supervisor be empowered to sign a Quitclaim Deed for the strip of property between the present County Highway, and the property of Arthur M. Tasker on the North Road. The said strip, having been abandoned by the Town for Highway purposes, and being given in exchange for a strip on the north side of the road for the new highway. A motion by Justice Hawkins which was seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call unanimously adopted. Be it Resolved: Whereas: Southold Town is the oldest English settlement on Long Island, Whereas: A Tercentenary Celebration will be held on Long Island to commemorate the first white settlement on the Island, which settlement was made by the Dutch in 1636; Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Town Board of Southold endorse this first Tercentenary Celebration and will aid it in every possible way. Be it further Resolved: That a certified copy of the resolution be sent to the Tercentenary Committee. The meeting was adjourned at 4:00 P.M. The minutes of the meeting were approved. R. L. Davidson Town Clerk 84 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton in Greenport, on Tuesday, April 7, 1936. The meeting was called to order at 10:15 A.M. Present were: Supervisor Horton, Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeves and Klipp, Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Town Welfare Officer, A. W. Symonds, appeared before the Board and discussed several matters pertaining to his office. S. Brown Tabor and Kenneth Monsell appeared before the Board as a committee representing the Board of Assessors. They urged that the Town Board authorize the making of a tax map of Southold Town for the use of the Board of Assessors. They pointed out that the only maps available were certain sections of the Town of twenty-seven years old. They showed that with the use of a modern map, in one small section of the town, they were able to put a considerable number of acres on the tax roll which had previously been overlooked. Aside from the value of the map to them in eliminating the mistakes, they urged that it would soon pay for itself with additional property that it would permit them to put on the Assessment Rolls. The following resolution was offered by Justice Reeve and seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted; it was resolved that the Supervisor be 85 authorized to borrow $8,500. on credit of Southold Town and to issue certificates of indebtedness therefore, pursuant to Chapter 798 of the Laws of 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto, to raise funds for home relief in the Town of Southold. The matter of the obligation of the Town to pay its share to the State Retirement Fund was discussed at length. It was pointed out that although the Town voted to enter the State Retirement Fund in 1932, no payments had been made on the Town contribution. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Terry, it was Resolved: That Southold Town pay the 1932 and 1933 installments amounting to $589.18 Be it further Resolved: That the Supervisor be instructed to inform the comptroller that provisions will be made in the forthcoming budget to raise sufficient funds to pay the balance of the Town’s present obligation. On roll call the motion was adopted. Four votes affirmative.t Justice Reeve assenting. The Board then sat as a Board of Audit to examine bills against the Town. The meeting adjourned at 5:45 P.M. R. L. Davidson Town Clerk 86 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton in Greenport, on Friday, April 17, 1936. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 P.M. Present were: Supervisor S. W. Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; The town superintendent of highways, Price; Town Councilor Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Communications were read from the Long Island Lighting Company, and from the Long Island Tercentenary Celebration Committee, and from Mrs. George C. Terry. The Tercentenary Celebration of the arrival of white settlers on Long Island was discussed at considerable length with views of participation of Southold Town in the event. On motion of Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: that Southold Town be represented in the Tercentenary Parade to be th held in Brooklyn on May 30; and that the Board will assist the Town Committee in every possible way. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Superintendent Price, on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the resolution adopted by the Southold Town Board on March 10, 1936, regarding the moving of the 87 hedge which is on Town property in front of the estate of Mr. James Morris Sr., Mattituck, be rescinded, and that Highway Superintendent Price be authorized to handle the matter for the Town on roll call unanimously adopted. The Town Clerk was instructed to communicate with the Long Island Lighting Company relative to more lights on Shipyard Lane in East Marion and to request the Long Island Lighting Company to consult with Mr. Wayland Caulkins representing the residents of that neighborhood regarding the number of lights needed, so that a proposed petition can be prepared and circulated. Justice Klipp was appointed a committee of one to arrange about securing an anvil to replace one broken on W.P.A. work at the Greenport Village Light Plant. On motion by Justice Klipp seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: that Chauncey Reeve of Greenport be appointed special Constable for Southold Town without pay, to serve at the pleasure of the Board. On motion by Justice Reeve, 88 seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: that the Supervisor be empowered to purchase two Dog Warden Badges for the use of those officers Superintendent of Highways, Harold Price, addressed the Board at length on matters relative to his office. He called attention to the fact that the W.P.A. projects have been using so much of his equipment that he is falling behind in his highway work. He states that for the next few months it would be necessary for him to use all of his men and equipment steadily on highway work, and that he would be forced to recall the trucks which have been carting sand and gravel for W.P.A. highway work. The matter of supplying of sand and gravel for the W.P.A. projects, he suggested could be handled economically if the Town purchased or hired additional trucks for the purpose. On motion by Justice Klipp which was seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call was unanimously passed it was Resolved: that Supervisor Horton be empowered to purchase 89 for use of W.P.A. projects one three ton dump truck. Mr. Glinine, representing the State Insurance Fund appeared before the Board with reference to making a proper division for the bill for compensation insurance. Hereafter, two separate policies will be written, one to cover the Highway Department and the other for employees in the general service of the Town. It was also agreed by the Mr. Glinane and the Town Board that the second Town Policy would be transferred from the general group to the Special Political st Sub division Group effective of March 1, 1935. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to the following citizens of the Town who are members of the Southold Town Tercentenary Celebration Committee and notify them that a meeting of that Committee would be held at the Supervisor’s Office in Greenport at 8 o’clock P.M. Tuesday Evening, April 21, 1936 S.W. Horton Mrs. T. Currie-Bell Wayland Jefferson Mrs. L. Townsend Mrs. Philip Tuthill Mr. Leroy Reeve John Downs Mr. Dwight Latham 90 The Town Clerk requested also to write Mr. H. P. Tuthill and Mayor A. Young, members of the Finance Committee of the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 5:15 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk Minutes read and approved May 15, 1936 91 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton on May 5, 1936. Present were: Supervisor Horton, Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeves, and Klipp; Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. A notice was received from the State Department of Labor, stating that the case of Robert Lindsay, who was injured while in the service of the Town, and who had been receiving compensation, will be up for re-examination at Riverhead at 11:30 on May 15. The Town Clerk read a petition signed by 115 residents of Southold village urging that Town Officer Pat Kelly be stationed on duty in Southold village and at Southold High School. On motion of Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call unanimously passed it was Resolved: That this matter be referred to the committee of police affairs and the petition filed. Town Welfare Officer Symonds discussed with the Board matters pertaining to work relief in the town. 92 Inasmuch the re-employment of relief work is in arrears, and as it is necessary to raise money for relief work for the Town, on motion of Justice Reeves and seconded by Justice Hawkins, unanimously adopted it was Resolved: That the Supervisor be empowered to borrow $7,500.00 on the credit of the Town. The Board then met as a Board of Audit to examine bills against the Town. Meeting adjourned at 5:00 p.m. Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 93 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton at Greenport on Friday, May 15, 1936. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 P.M. Present were: Supervisor Horton, Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeves, and Klipp; Town Attorney Terry; Highway Superintendent Harold Price; and Town Clerk Davison. A communication was read from the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association inviting the Town to affiliate with that group. The letter was ordered to be placed on file. Plans for Southold’s participation in the Long Island Tercentenary Celebration were discussed and arrangements were made. The Town will enter one float, a replica of the old Horton House, in the parade. Mr. George H. Riley of Mattituck appeared before the Board and requested that the Board make certain changes in the curb around his property at the site of the Old Mattituck Hotel. The Superintendent of Highways, Price, stated that the curb at that point was dangerously high. An arrangement was made between Mr. Riley and the 94 Town Board, whereby, Superintendent Price will furnish gravel for the necessary change at that place, and Mr. Riley will do the work. On motion by Justice Reeve, seconded by Justice Hawkins, it was Resolved: That Superintendent Price be empowered to secure an option on contract on strip of property 60 feet by 90 feet in the rear of the present highway property in Peconic at a price not to exceed $400 to be paid on Jan. 1, 1937. On roll call, five votes affirmative, Supervisor Horton voting “no.” On motion by Justice Hawkins and seconded by Justice Klipp, on roll call unanimously adopted it was Resolved: That the regular Audit meeting of the Southold Town Board be ndth postponed from June 2 to June 9. Mr. Robert A. Goffin, Superintendent of the United States Fish Hatchery in Woods Hole, Mass., spoke to the Board on the matter of hatching weak fish. It’s the plan of the Hatchery to collect weak fish eggs and hatch them in the waters of Peconic Bay. 95 Mature fish, ready to spawn will be secured from the trap fishermen. These will be “milked,” the roe fertilized and placed in hatching places. When the fry are hatched they will be liberated in Peconic Bay. The worker will arrive within the next few days from the hatchery to conduct this work. The meeting was adjourned at 5:30 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 96 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport at 10:30 A.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 1936 . Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Town Welfare Officer Symonds reported on the national meeting of Public Welfare Officers which was held during the last week in May at Atlantic City, N.J., and which he attended. Mr. Symonds also spoke on several other matters pertaining to his office. The motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Supervisor be authorized to borrow $8,500 on the credit of Southold Town and to issue certificates of indebtedness therefore pursuant to Chapter 798 of the Laws of 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto, and raise funds for Home Relief in the Town of Southold. 97 Moved by Justice Terry, seconded by Justice Klipp, and on roll call unanimously adopted: Whereas: the proposed improvements at Lake Montauk Harbor will develop a protected anchorage which is greatly needed at this location; and Whereas: private interests have already opened the channel and have expended over $750,000 in dredging. Therefore: Be It Resolved: That it is the opinion of the Southold Town Board that this improvement should now be taken over by the Federal Government. Be it further Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be sent to Colonel John W. N. Schultz. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 5:15 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 98 A special meeting of the Southold Town Board was called at the office of Town th Clerk R. L. Davison, at Southold, June 30, at 2 o’clock P.M. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeves, and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price, and Town Clerk, Davison. The Town Clerk was instructed to prepare the replica of the Barnabas Horton House and to make the necessary arrangements to send the float to Patchogue th on July 4 to represent Southold Town in the Tercentenary parade which is to be held in that village. There was considerable discussion of the advisability of turning the traffic light at Mattituck to “Stop & Go.” The light has been used as a “blinker” during the winter months and there appears to be considerable differences in opinion amongst the people of Mattituck as to just how they wish to have the light used. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: that the traffic light on the main highway 99 in Mattituck be turned on “Stop and Go” from noon time each Friday until 9 o’clock on Sunday night, the light being on caution at other times throughout the summer months. On motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Reeve, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That Southold Town employ a life-guard in duty at the Town Beach, during the summer season, at the rate of one dollar per day. Meeting adjourned at 4 P.M. Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 100 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, July 7, at 10 A.M. Present were: Supervisor Horton, Justices Terry, Hawkins, and Reeves; and Highway Superintendent, Harold Price, and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order. Communications were read from the State Insurance Department concerning the change of the policies covering the highway Department and General employees of the Town, two separate policies for political sub-division. Regarding the propositions which had been proposed to the Board at a previous meeting considering the establishment of a sewer district, a formal legal opinion was read from the district attorney, which made it appear that matter would not be within the jurisdiction of the Town Board. The following resolution was offered by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted 101 Whereas: At a meeting of the Southold Town Board held at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton at Greenport on Friday, June 19, 1936, the Village Board of the Incorporated village of Greenport appeared before the Southold Town Board and explained the situation which exists as to the immediate necessity of constructing a complete sewage system and disposal plant for the village of Greenport, and Whereas: After careful consideration of legal means of establishing such district the Board requested a written opinion from its attorney concerning its jurisdiction in such matters; and Whereas: That opinion from the Town Attorney is as follows: See insert Now therefore Be it Resolved: That the Southold Town Board cannot under the law, proceed with the construction of the necessary sewage system and disposal plant. Be it further resolved: That a copy of this resolution be sent to the Greenport Town Board on roll call unanimously adopted. Insert: Opinion Relative to the Establishment of a Joint Sewage Disposal District by the Town Board and Village. Section 190 of the Town Law provides for the establishment of improvement districts within the Town - this Section reads as follows:- 190. ESTABLISHMENT OF IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS. Upon a petition, as hereinafter provided, the town board of any town may establish or extend in said town, outside of any incorporated village or city, a sewer, drainage, water, park, lighting, or refuse and garbage district, and in any town bordering upon or containing within its boundaries, any navigable waters of this state, a public dock district, and provide improvements in any such districts, wholly at the expense of the district. - It would appear from this that the district must be wholly outside of any incorporated village, therefore, it would appear that under the Town Law a joint sewage Including part of the Town and part of the Village could not be legally established. Under the public health law - Article 5-A. Section 90 there is a provision for the formation of a sanitary district for the joint disposal of sewage. Section 90 of the public health law outlines how this may be done. This, however, is not within the jurisdiction of the Town Board. Such a district as is contemplated could be formed under the public health law in the manner set up in Article 5-A, as mentioned herein. The procedure is by petition of residents of the proposed sewage district to a justice of the Supreme Court within the judicial district where the proposed district Is located and provisions for public hearings thereon, appointment of a commission and organization of same, outlines the duties of commission, etc., petition for bond issues, tax assessments, acquiring property, rights of way, passing rules and regulations, etc. It would appear that in any joint district that is to be formed the procedure outlined in the public health law would be the correct one to follow. I cannot find any authority for the establishment of such district by a Town Board. 102 A.W. Symonds, Welfare Officer, reported to the Board on matters pertaining to his office. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was resolved: That the Supervisor be authorized to borrow $1800 on the credit of Southold Town and to issue certificates of indebtedness pursuant to Chapter 798 of the Law of 1931 and the Acts amendatory, thereto, and to raise funds for home relief in the Town of Southold. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Long Island Lighting Company be instructed to install one additional street light in New Suffolk in order to eliminate a dangerous situation at that point. The Board then met as a Board of Audit to examine claims against the Town. Meeting adjourned at 5 o’clock. R L. Davison Town Clerk 103 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, July 17, 1936. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 P.M. Present were Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve, and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. A communication was read from the Referee, representing the State Labor Board, in the case of Robert M. Lindsay who was injured while in the employment of the Town as Traffic Officer. The report stated that Mr. Lindsay had received in all: Hospital and medical fees, and the following direct payments: 26 1/3 weeks compensation at $26 per week, 176 13/15 weeks compensation at $20 per week, 100% loss of left eye, 15% loss of right leg, $1800 additional in serious facial disfigurements – In all a total of $4,195.66. The case was declared closed. The Town Clerk was ordered to spread the substance of the report on the minutes. Captain Frank Tuthill of East Marion appeared before the Board and requested some action to safeguard the health of people living in the vicinity of Marion Lake. For some reason 104 great Quantities of the fish in the lake have died and the odor of decomposition is becoming very unpleasant. Men were hired to collect the dead fish. The matter was taken up with the County Board of Health and also with the State Conservation Committee. The Board assured Captain Tuthill of its willingness to cooperate as far as the law permits. Inasmuch as there have been numerous complaints of late regarding the noise of outboard motors on boats operating in the bays and creeks of the Town. On motion of Justice Reeve, seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call adopted by five votes, Justice Klipp not voting; it was Resolved: That the Town Clerk publish for two weeks in the papers in Southold Town excerpts from the Navigation Law which points out the penalties for operating boats which are not properly muffled. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, it was Resolved: That Frank Dawson of New Suffolk, be recommended for re- appointment 105 as Attendance Officer for the schools of Southold for the coming year. The meeting adjourned at 4:45 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 106 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on June 19, 1936. The meeting was called to order at 2 o’clock P.M. Present were Supervisor Horton, Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry and Town Clerk Davison. The members of the Greenport Village Board, headed by Mayor Ansel V. Young appeared before the Town Board and requested that, inasmuch as a sanitary sewer is contemplated for Greenport, and inasmuch as the lines will of necessity extend into sections without the limits of the Incorporated Village of Greenport, that the Town consider taking over the project of constructing the sewer. Mayor Young; Mr. Cook of the Health Department; Mr. Robert Wheeler of the firm of Barker & Wheeler Engineers; and Charles Wooley, representing the oyster concerns, spoke on the necessity of building an adequate sanitary sewer. Following a lengthy discussion of the matter, on motion of Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Reeve, it was Resolved: That the Town Attorney be instructed to furnish the Town Board an opinion as to the legality of the proposal made by the Greenport Village Board, that a sewer district be created by the Town to include the incorporated Village and the outlying districts that may be served thereby. The motion was carried unanimously. 107 Mr. Roy H. Reeve of Mattituck introduced Mr. Prince of the Travelers Insurance Company who spoke on insurance, stating that his company recommended that all equipment owned and operated by the Town be placed under a fleet policy. He stated that this method of handling the automobile insurance would result in a considerable saving to the Town. The matter was laid on the table pending the arrival of a written plan which would instruct the Board on the actual results of such a plan. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call adopted unanimously, it was Resolved: That the Southold Town Board grant, for the sum of one dollar ($1) a franchise for a period of one year to Robert Brown of Orient to operate a bus line from within the Town Limits, to the Greenport Village line. The minutes of the meeting were read and adopted. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 108 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, August 4, 1936. Present were Supervisor Horton, Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve, and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Communications were read from School Superintendent of Schools P. B. Matthews approving the appointment of Frank M. Dawson of New Suffolk as Attendance Officer of the Common Schools of Southold Town and highly recommending Mr. Dawson’s performance of his duties. From Mr. Bradley Smith of Indian Neck complaining of the condition of the steps at Hortons Point. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Smith and to inform him that the steps had been repaired. On motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call duly adopted, it was Resolved: That the compensation for the clerk for the Assessors be set at $6 per day. On motion by Justice Hawkins which was seconded by Justice Reeve, the Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. James Hildreth of the Conservation Commission and request that the Commission pay the bills contracted by the workers who cleaned up the dead fish at Marion Lake and thus abated a noisome condition. 109 The Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Kenneth Holmes, WPA paymaster at Northport and to ask him to pay the balance of the salaries due to the two clerks who had been working on a project in the Town Clerks Office. On motion of Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Klipp and unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Orient Fire Department be authorized to block off the road in Orient Village from State Street to the store of E. E. Luce on the nights of August 27, 28, 29 between the hours of 7:30 and midnight. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, it was Resolved: That the Supervisor be empowered to borrow $ on the credit of the Town and to issue certificate of indebtedness therefore, for home relief in the Town of Southold. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That Superintendent of Highways Price be and hereby is empowered to purchase one Michigan power shovel from George Malverne & Company of Jericho Turnpike, Garden City, New York at a total cost of $5,708.50 as provided in Chapter 49 of the Highway Law; 110 Be it further resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is empowered to borrow said amount on the credit of the Town and to issue certificate of indebtedness therefore, for the purpose of the said machinery. On motion of Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to return the bill of Terry & Hill for legal services in the case brought against Southold Town and others by Mrs. Joseph Gradowski of Peconic asking damages for the death of her husband, and to inform Terry & Hill that the bill is excessive; that the general conduct of the case is a duty of the Town Attorney, who is paid an annual retainer for such purposes that the Town Attorney failed to comply with the instructions of the Board in handling the Town’s case in conjunction with the case of other defendants, thereby seriously jeopardizing the interests of Southold Town; and that the bill apparently represents the cost of preparing the case for all of the defendants in the suit, and not of Southold Town only. A communication was read from the Suffolk County Election Commissioner stating that they had granted the request of the Town Board to change the bounds between the Seventh District and the Eighth District as follows: Beginning at Long Island Sound at a private road 111 opposite the house of Valentine Ruch, thence Southerly along said private road, thence South-westerly along North Road through Ruch property, thence south- easterly along said private road to land of Cassidy, thence south-westerly along land of Cassidy and extending into Mill Creek to the present line. The Board then sat as a committee on Audit to examine bills against Southold Town. The meeting adjourned at 5 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk Description of Election District #7 Town of Southold EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 1936 Beginning at a point on Long Island Sound opposite the center of the private road of Valentine Rush; thence easterly along the Sound to a point opposite the center of Moore Lane; thence southerly along the center of Moore Lane to the center of Front Street; thence east along the center of Front Street to a point opposite the center of Second Street; thence due south to the Bay; thence along the shore line of the Bay to the center of Mill Creek; thence north along the center of Mill Creek to a point opposite the center of the private road of Cassidy; thence easterly along said road to the center of the private road of Valentine Rush; thence northerly along the center of said private road to the point or place of beginning. 112 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday, Aug 21, 1936 . The meeting was called to order at 1:30 P.M. Present were Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Letters were read from: The State Insurance Fund, regarding Compensation Policies; from the Long Island Lighting Company regarding the order recently issued by the Board for the installation of one light on Shipyard Lane, East Marion. The matter of the Insurance Policies was laid upon the table until such time as the policies covering the Town’s employees is adjusted. Inasmuch as the residents of Shipyard Lane now wish nine lights where they had before asked for only one, the Town Clerk was instructed to secure a sketch from the Long Island Lighting Company, and to ask the Town Attorney to prepare a petition for those interested in the project in East Marion to circulate among the residents of that Lighting district. Mr. Demerle, a taxpayer owning property adjoining the Town Beach at Arshamomoque, appeared before the Board and asked for protection against trespassers. He stated that many of the people who came to the beach for recreation cross 113 to his property and commit nuisances. The Town Board assured him that it would be glad to cooperate with him in the matter. It was suggested that if he would post his property against trespassers, the police would be instructed to see to it that people were kept off his property. The Supervisor stated that he would instruct the man in charge at the beach to cooperate to this end also. Supervisor Horton announced that there would be a hearing at the Town Clerk’s Office in Southold on Friday, Aug. 28, 1936, at 3 P.M. The hearing is called for the purpose of hearing public suggestions concerning codification and alteration of the County Tax Law. The Town Clerk was instructed to advertise the above hearing in the Mattituck Watchman and in the Long Island Traveler. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously passed, it was Resolved: That for the purpose of complying with the law with regard to preliminary Budget Estimates, the regular meeting of the Southold Town Board be held on the Fourth Friday of September. Further Resolved: that the September Budget meeting be held on Tuesday, th Sept. 8. 114 The Town Clerk was instructed to notify the Clerks of all special districts in Southold Town of the Date of the preliminary Budget Estimates, and to order them to have their figures in his office at that time. A letter was read from Mrs. Chapman, a taxpayer of the Mattituck no 2 Lighting District, protesting the regular distribution of lights along Peconic Bay Boulevard, Mattituck. Justice Reeve was appointed a committee of one to investigate the above matter and report. The minutes of the meeting were read and approved. Meeting adjourned at 5 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 115 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor Horton on Friday, September 4, 1936 at 1:30 P.M. The meeting was called for the purpose of conducting a hearing upon the request of Robert Brown, of Greenport, for a franchise to operate a bus over the roads of the Town of Southold, outside of the limits of the village of Greenport. The affidavit of the advertisement for the meeting from the Publisher of the Suffolk Times, Greenport, was read by the Clerk. The hearing was formally opened by the Supervisor at 1:30 P.M. No objections were raised. The hearing was formerly declared closed at 1:40 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 116 The Southold Town Board held its regular Audit Meeting at the office of Supervisor Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 1936. The meeting was called to order at 10 o’clock with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Hawkins, Terry, Reeve and Klipp; Town Highway Superintendent Harold Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Moved by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted. Whereas it has come to the attention of the Town Board that the lights on Peconic Bay Boulevard, Mattituck Lighting District no. 2 are unequally distributed, so that in some places the lights are on alternate poles and some places are inadequately lighted. Be it resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to communicate with the Long Island Lighting Company and request that the Lighting Company place the lights within that district so as to equalize the distribution of light. On motion of Justice Reeve, seconded by Justice Hawkins, and unanimously adopted: 117 Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to write to the Long Island Lighting Company and order the installation of one light at the dead end of Riley Avenue, in Mattituck Lighting District no. 1. On motion of Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, the following resolution was unanimously adopted. Whereas, Harrry De Petris and wife have donated a strip of land 50 feet wide, known as East Legion Avenue, Mattituck to the Town for Highway purposes: and Whereas: the donors request that the Town take over said strip and employ and maintain the same for highway purposes: Be it resolved that the Southold Town Board will view said proposed road. Welfare Officer H. W. Symonds appeared before the Board with regard to a number of proposals made by the County Commissioner. The Board held a long discussion on welfare matters generally and gave particular thought to the proposals made for the service in Southold Town. The matter was at length laid on the table for further consideration. Moved by Justice Klipp seconded by Justice Reeve and unanimously adopted: 118 Resolved: That Martin Litter of Greenport be and hereby is appointed Special Constable of Southold Town to serve without pay and at the pleasure of the Board. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp and adopted unanimously: Whereas, In the course of the observance of the Long Island Tercentenary the residents of Southold Town have conducted an Antique Exhibit which has proved, not only a tremendous success as an exhibit, but also a noteworthy contribution to the wealth of tradition which is one of our soundest possessions, and has proved the vehicle for one of the finest cooperation efforts in our town; and Whereas, much of the beauty and success of the Exhibit was due in large measure to the fine setting which had been made possible through the willingness of the Mattituck School Board to cooperate with the Town Committee in charge, by contributing the use of the beautiful new school and auditorium. Whereas: In addition to this generous grant, Mr. Cedric Wickham and his associates on the Board gave freely of their time and energy to promote the event. 119 Bet it Hereby Resolved that the Southold Town Board appreciates the worth of the Town Exhibit and of the spirit of cooperation which Mr. Cedric Wickham and his associates on the Mattituck Board of Education displayed in their generous permission for the use of the auditorium, and in their unstinted efforts and labors for the success of the venture. Be it further Resolved: That this Resolution be entered upon the minutes of the Southold Town Board: Be it further Resolved: That a copy of this Resolution be sent to the Mattituck Board of Education with the hearty thanks of the Southold Town Board. Moved by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted: Whereas: The Southold Antique Exhibit, conducted at the Mattituck High th School auditorium on September 2, 3, and 4, in its contribution to the worth of the Long Island Tercentenary Celebration, and as a shining example of the ability of our town’s people to cooperate in a town-wide event, proved to be one of the outstanding successes in recent years and an event of historical significance; and 120 Whereas, the success of the event must be attributed to the unselfish efforts of the representation committee of our people from every community in the Town; and especially to the inspired conception of the Exhibit which was formed by the chairman of the Town Committee, Miss Ruth Tuthill, and to the tireless energy and the boundless tact with which she brought her vision of the affair to materialization; Be it Hereby Resolved: That the Southold Town deeply appreciates the value of the Southold Town Antique Exhibit and expresses its gratitude to the members of the Town Committee who produced it; and especially to Miss Ruth Tuthill, chairman, to whose unselfish efforts much of the success of the event is directly due. Be it further resolved: That this Resolution be spread upon the minutes of the Southold Town Board: and that copy of the same sent to Miss Ruth Tuthill as a mark of the appreciation of the Board for her great contribution. On motion of Justice Hawkins which was seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted that the Supervisor be authorized to borrow $800. on the credit of Southold Town and to issue certificate of indebtedness therefore; pursuant to Chapter 798 of the laws of 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto, to raise funds for home relief in the Town of Southold. 121 Certificate of Indebtedness The Town of Southold, a municipal corporation existing under and by virtue of the laws of the State of New York, in the county of Suffolk, New York, hereby certifies that it is indebted into Southold Savings Bank, of Southold, New York in the sum of $800.00 for money loaned and advanced unto it which amount it hereby promises, covenants and agrees to pay at the Southold Savings Bank, Southold, th New York, in said county, upon the 9 day of September, 1937 on presentation and surrender of this Certificate, with the right, privilege and option, however, on the part of said Town of Southold to pay the whole or any part of the sum hereby th agreed to be paid, at any time prior to the said 9 day of September, 1937, without notice, and upon such payment in full to demand delivery and cancellation hereof. And, until such indebtedness is fully paid, said Town of Southold hereby promises, covenants and agrees to pay interest thereon at the rate of 2 ½ per th cent per annum, at said Bank, semi – annually on the 15 day of November and May in each year. This Certificate is issued pursuant to law and pursuant to resolution duly th adopted by the Town Board of said Town of Southold at a meeting held on the 8 day of September, 1936, and is for the payment of work relief and or home relief, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 798 of the Laws of New York, 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto, and is transferable only on the books of said Town of Southold, by the holder thereof, in person, or by attorney, on the surrender of this Certificate. In witness whereof, the said Town of Southold has caused these presents to be executed for it and in its name, by its Supervisor and Town Clerk pursuant to Resolution of said Town Board of the Town of Southold, duly adopted. S. Wentworth Horton, Supervisor R. L. Davison, Town Clerk 122 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday, September 25, 1936. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 P.M. with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Harold Price; Town Attorney Terry, and Town Clerk Davison. William Wickham, Attorney of Cutchogue appeared with a client, Edward Zuhoski. Attorney Wickham recited the conditions concerning lights near the property of his client. He stated that his client’s property did not touch on any road nearby from which he could get electric service. He asked the Board if it could find some way in which to relieve this condition for his client. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, it was Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to communicate with the Long Island Lighting Company and state the conditions, asking them what could be done without too much expense to Mr. Zuhoski, so that he could have lighting service on his property. On roll call unanimously adopted. A letter was read from the Conservation Department concerning the mortality among the fish at Marion Lake. The letter stated in answer to the Town Clerk’s inquiry, that the Department had no funds out of which to pay for the removal of the fish that had died there. 123 On motion by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry; and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to write to the Long Island Lighting Company and to order the installation of one 80 C. P. light on the public road in the rear of the Mattituck School, at such place as suited the Board of Education of that District. A petition was presented to the Town Board containing the signatures of about one hundred residents of Orient, asking for a caution light at the intersection of Main Road and Main Street, Orient. On motion of Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, the following resolution was unanimously adopted: st Whereas, After September 1 of the current year, all traffic lights on State Highways came under the jurisdiction of the State Highway Department; and Whereas, this Board has received a petition from the residents of Orient requesting the installation of a traffic light at the intersection of main Road and Main Street, Orient: Be it resolved: That this board communicate with the State Highway Department and recommend that the State Highway Department make a study of the traffic conditions at that point with a view to taking such action in the matter as the Department may find necessary. 124 A letter was read from the Long Island Historical Society stating that the Confirmatory Deed to the Andros Patent was in the possession of that Society, having been given to the Society for safe keeping many years ago. The document is now kept in the vaults of the Brooklyn Trust Company. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Southold Town Board hold a special meeting at Fishers Island on Friday, October 2, 1936. Moved by Justice Klipp seconded by Justice Terry th Be it resolved; That October 6 be designated as the meeting at which the Annual Estimate will be prepared, as required by law, by the Southold Town Board; Further resolved: That the Budget Hearing required by law be held on October 23, 1936 at 1:30 P.M. of that day, at the office of the Town Clerk at Southold and that the regular October meeting of the Board be postponed to that date; Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to advertise the Public Hearing on the Budget in the three newspapers of the Town, the first publication in said papers to be at least 10 days prior to the date of the hearing. On roll call unanimously adopted. 125 Moved by Justice Reeve, seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas: By resolution of the Suffolk County Board of Supervisors in 1933, Welfare Relief in Suffolk County was placed under the supervision of the several Towns of the County and Whereas, there is now some agitation to have that portion of the public business placed again in the hands of the County. Be it Resolved: That it is the sense of the Southold Town Board that for the present Relief continue to be administered by the Towns; Further Resolved: That our Supervisor be instructed to use his influence to keep supervision of Relief in the hands of the several towns. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins; and on roll call unanimously adopted it was Resolved: That the Preliminary Budget Estimate, required by law as presented by the Town Clerk for the year 1937 be received as follows, and placed on file in the Office of the Town Clerk: 126 Town Budget for 1937 Highway Fund, Item 1 50,000.00 For the repair & improvement of Town Highways, including sluices, culverts and bridges having a span of less than five feet. Machinery Fund 22,293.50 For the purchase and repair of Machinery, tools and implements Miscellaneous Fund For snow removal 8,000.00 For Weeds Brush and other purposes 3,000.00 For salary and expenses of Town Sup’t of Highways, 4100.00 and Deputy if any 8,500.00 For other miscellaneous purposes 23,600.00 Highway Bond and Interest 6,602.00 Public Libraries 5,000.00 Memorial Day Observance 200.00 11,802.00 Public Welfare 50,000.00 General Fund Fixed Salaries: Supervisor 4,000.00 Town Clerk 2,000.00 Town Counsel 1,200.00 Justice of Peace (5) 5,000.00 Assessors (6) 6,000.00 Receiver of Taxes 1,500.00 Attendance Officer 750.00 Traffic Officers 5 @ $5.00 per day 9,125.00 Registrar of Vital Statistics 250.00 Constable – Fishers Island 300.00 Special Night Officer 1,092.00 Clerk for Supervisor 1,200.0 32,417.00 127 1. Rent for Supervisors Office 420.00 2. Rent for other Town Offices 1,200.00 3. Advertising and Notices 1,200.00 4. Office Equipment, Telephone, Postage, Stationery 800.00 5. Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes, and Highway Sp’t. 1,000.00 6. Salaries, Clerks for Assessors 1,300.00 7. Expenses, Assessors 600.00 8. Assessment Rolls 150.00 9. Salaries, Clerks for Receiver of Taxes 1,000.00 10. Expense, Receiver of Taxes, Rent Postage Supplies 700.00 11. Insurance, Compensation, Traffic Lights Town Beach 532.73 12. Town Trustees 100.00 13. Traffic Officers and Constable, Expenses 3,750.00 14. Repairs and Supplies for Traffic Lights 100.00 15. Fees to Physicians 50.00 16. Maintenance of Town Beach 300.00 17. Greenport Jail 100.00 18. Dog Warden Fees 300.00 19. State Retirement System 641.07 20. Association of Towns, Membership Fee 43.00 21. Principal, Cert. of Indebt. 1,000.00 22. Shade Tree Fund 200.00 23. Special Traffic Officers, Schools & Churches 900.00 24. Heat, Light, Town Clerk’s Office 300.00 Estimated Receipts Mortgage Taxes 821.54 Income Taxes 8,816.14 Franchise Tax 2,478.28 Beverage Tax 14,961.82 Tax Penalties 2,144.87 Licenses 511.75 Fines and Fees 1,028.14 Concession at Town Beach 150.00 Bank Tax 775.29 Rent and Storage 60.00 Interest on Deposits 62.87 31,810.70 128 Special Districts Orient Fire 2,500.00 Orient Light 1,269.00 Orient Mosquito 1,500.00 East Marion Fire 1000.00 East Marion Light 9 1,262.16 Fishers Island Light 1,713.65 Southold Fire 14,500.00 Southold Light 2,197.32 Southold Park 2,000.00 Peconic Light 1,703.40 Cutchogue Fire 6,697.00 Cutchogue Light 2,364.72 Mattituck Fire 7,000.00 Mattituck Light 4 3,225.68 Mattituck Boulevard Light 581.16 49,514.09 School Districts no. 2 Orient 10,850.00 no. 3 East Marion 5,510.00 no. 4 Fishers Island 32,344.17 no. 5 Southold 28,369.00 no. 6 Southold 2,980.77 no. 7 Peconic 7,500.00 no. 8 Cutchogue 8,150.00 no. 9 Mattituck 31,558.44 no. 10 Greenport 66,433.40 no. 11 Laurel 6070.00 no. 12 Cutchogue 14,878.06 no. 14 Mattituck 7,500.00 no. 15 New Suffolk 5,627.00 227,770.844 The meeting adjourned at 5:10 P.M. R. L. Davison Town Clerk 131 The Southold Town Board held its annual meeting at Fishers Island on Friday, October 2, 1936 with the Board on its annual visit were Mr. John Williamson of the Suffolk County Mosquito Extermination Commission and his brother. Mr. Williamson accompanied the Board to inspect mosquito work on the Island and to determine if there were any means by which the County agency could assist the Fishers Island authorities in their work. Following an extended inspection of the roads and other public works on the Island, the Board was entertained at dinner at the Fishers Island Club, where a delightful meal was served among the most comfortable surroundings. At the conclusion of the meal, Supervisor Horton called the Board to a meeting at which the following members were present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Shanklin, Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Highway Superintendent Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Supervisor Horton called upon former Town Clerk Hallock, who had been particularly invited to accompany the Board by Justice Shanklin for a few words. Mr. Hallock responded with a word of sincerest friendship for Justice Shanklin, mentioning in the course of his talk the fine character of their conduct of the Islands affairs. He spoke for himself and the Town Board in appreciation of the fine hospitality and the spirit of cooperation shown by the Fishers Island officials, congratulating the letter upon their vision of the 132 Development of the Island and their success in making that vision a reality. Justice Shanklin was given the floor by Supervisor Horton. He spoke to the Board concerning the plans for the work to be conducted on the Island in the coming year. His plans for improvements and for the expenditure of the highways moneys were given the approval of the Board. Following a brief general discussion, and the expressions of appreciation on the part of the members of the Board for the hospitality shown them, the meeting was adjourned at 3 P.M. and the Board set sail from the government dock on the return trip. R.L. Davison Town Clerk 133 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at th Greenport on Tuesday October 6, 1936. As required by law, the Town Board prepared its annual budget Estimate for 1937, from its figures presented at the previous meeting. The Town Clerk was instructed to advertise the Public Hearing on the Budget in rd the three newspapers of the Town, said hearing to be held on Friday, October 23 1936, at 1:30 p.m., said hearing to be held at the Office of the Town Clerk, in Southold. The Town Clerk was further instructed to advertise the salaries paid to certain Town Officials, as required by law in the said notice. On motion by Justice Terry which was seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: that the Town Attorney be instructed to determine the exact boundaries of the Town’s properties at Mattituck Creek, at the location known familiarly as the “Old Mill”., and to report the same to the Town Board as soon as convenient. The Board then sat as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call adopted unanimously, it was Resolved: That the Supervisor be authorized and empowered to borrow $500. on the credit 134 of the Town and to issue certificates of indebtedness therefor, pursuant to Chapter 798 of the Laws of 1931, and the acts amendatory thereto, to raise funds for home relief in the Town of Southold. The meeting adjourned at 5p.m. R.L. Davidson, Town Clerk 135 The Southold Town Board met at the Office of the Town Clerk in Southold on Friday, October 23, 1936. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm by Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton. Present were Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Highway Superintendent Harold D. Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Supervisor called attention to the fact that this was the special meeting called for the purpose of hearing taxpayers on the Budget. The Town Clerk stated that the hearing had been advertised twice in each of the three papers of the Town and that the other requirements of the law concerning the Public Hearing on the Budget had been duly carried out. Supervisor Horton declared the hearing formally opened at 1:40pm. There were no protests on any of the items of the budget, the only taxpayer, aside from the members of the Town Board being present was Joseph N. Hallock. Inasmuch as there were no representatives of the pubic on hand to protest against any of the items, the Town Board took up the several of the items in the budget and discussed them at length. The Supervisor declared the hearing formally closed at 1:55 pm. A communication was read from the State Traffic Commission stating that that department was giving consideration to the 136 Recent request of the Board for a study of traffic conditions at the intersection of Main Rd (Route 25) and Main Street, Orient. On motion duly adopted, it was Resolved: That a special meeting of the Southold Town Board be held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton in Greenport on Monday, November 2, 1936 at 1:30 PM., for the purpose of formally adopting the budget. On motion by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins; on roll call unanimously adopted it was, Resolved: That three extra police be placed on duty on Halloween night to protect the public against property damage; and all regular officers be required to be on duty that night; special officers to be required to work from 6 pm until 3am of the next day. Compensation to be fixed at $5.00 for the day’s work. The minutes were read and approved. The meeting adjourned at 2:40 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 137 A special meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton in Greenport on Monday, November 12, 1936. The meeting had been called for the purpose of formally adopting the Budget for 1937. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Reeve & Hawkins; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. On motion by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry; and on roll call unanimously adopted it was, Resolved: that the Town Clerk be instructed to notify the County Treasurer’s Office that the Tax Receiver of Southold Town has discharged all of his financial obligations to the Town for 1935-1936 and that the bondsman for the Receiver of Taxes may accordingly be released. Following discussion of the Budget, on motion by Justice Hawkins which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the item for Public Welfare in the Southold Town Budget be decreased from $50,000 to $30,000. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted it was Resolved: That the Budget for 1937 be and hereby is adopted as follows: 138 Highway Funds Item no. 1 $50,000.00 For the repair and improvement of Town Highways including sluices, culverts and bridges having a span of less than five feet. Machinery Fund $22,293.50 For the purchase and repair of machinery, tools and implements. Miscellaneous Fund For Snow Removal $8,000.00 For Weeds, brush and other purposes $2,625.00 For salary and expenses of Town Supt of highways and Deputy if any $4,100.00 For other miscellaneous purposes $8,500.00 23,225.00 Highway Bond and interest $6,602.00 Public Libraries $5,000.00 Memorial Day Observance $200.00 11,802.00 Public Welfare $30,000.00 General Fund – Fixed Salaries Supervisor 4,000.00 Town Clerk 2,000.00 Town Counsel 1,200.00 Justices of Peace (5) 5,000.00 Assessors (6) 6,000.00 Receiver of Taxes 1,500.00 Attendance Officer 750.00 Traffic Officers 5@ 5.00 per day 9,125.00 Registrar of Vital Statistics 250.00 Constable – Fishers Island 300.00 Special Night Officers 1,092.00 Clerk for Supervisor 1,200.00 32,417.00 Rent for Supervisors Office 420.00 Rent for other Town Offices 1,200.00 Advertising and notices 1,200.00 Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, Stationery 800.00 Premiums on bonds, Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes and Highway Dept. 1,000.00 139 Salaries Clerks for Assessors 1,300.00 Expenses, Assessors 600.00 Assessment Roles 150.00 Salaries, Clerks for receiver of Taxes 1000.00 Expense, Receiver of Taxes, Rent, Supplies, Postage 700.00 Insurance compensation, Traffic Lights, Town Beach 532.73 Town Trustees 100.00 Traffic Officers and Constable expenses 3,750.00 Repairs and supplies for Traffic Lights 100.00 Fees for Physicians 50.00 Maintenance Town Beach 300.00 Greenport Jail 100.00 Dog Wardens 300.00 State Retirement System 641.07 Association of Towns, membership fee 43.00 Principal and Interest on Cert. of Indebt. 1000.00 Shade Tree Fund 200.00 Special Traffic Officers, Schools & Church 900.00 Heat, Lights, Town Clerks Office 300.00 Purchase of Land Town Garage 375.00 17,061.80 Estimated Receipts Mortgage Taxes 821.54 Income Taxes 8,816.14 Franchise Tax 2,478.28 Beverage Tax 14,961.82 Tax Penalties 2,144.87 Licenses 511.75 Fines and Fees 1,028.14 Concession at Town Beach 150.00 Bank Taxes 775.29 Rent and Storage 60.00 Interest on Deposits 62.87 & 31,810.70 140 Special Districts Orient Fire 2,500.00 Orient Light 1,269.00 Orient Mosquito 1,500.00 East Marion Fire 1,000.00 East Marion Light 1,262.16 Fishers Island Light 1,713.65 Southold Fire 14,500.00 Southold Light 2,197.32 Southold Park 2,000.00 Peconic Light 1,703.40 Cutchogue Fire 6,697.00 Cutchogue Light 2,364.72 Mattituck Fire 7,000.00 Mattituck Light 3,225.68 Mattituck Boulevard Light 581.16 49,514.09 School Districts No 2 Orient 10,850.00 No 3 East Marion 5,510.00 No 4 Fishers Island 32,344.17 No 5 Southold 28,369.00 No 6 Southold 2,980.77 No 7 Peconic 7,500.00 No 8 Cutchogue 8,150.00 No 9 Mattituck 31,558.44 No 10 Greenport 66,433.40 No 11 Laurel (4,574,49) 6,070.00 No 12 Cutchogue 14,878.06 No 14 Mattituck 7,500.00 No 15 New Suffolk 5,627.00 $ 227,770.84 The meeting was adjourned at 4:30 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Minutes Read and Approved 141 The Southold Town Board held its monthly audit meeting at the Office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport on Tuesday, November 10, 1936. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 10:15am. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. A communication was read from the Long Island Lighting Company, in which Mr. Vail of that company informed the Board that the company could not make arrangement whereby it could furnish service to Mr. Zuhoski of Cutchogue except by running its lines directly into Mr. Zuhoski’s property, at an approximate cost of $500.00. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call adopted unanimously it was Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to write to Mr. Vail of the Long Island Lighting Company and request them to run their lines to an outside building, as formerly suggested, and to permit Mr. Zuhoski to extend the lines from that point to his house. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously passed, it was Resolved: that Southold Town recompense 142 The Two clerks, Zola Pemberton and Caroline Dawson each to the extent of $27.50 for services on the Old Town Records for the two week period from July 8 to July 22, 1936 to bring this work to a good stopping point. George Mohlfeld of Cutchogue and Mr. Hasslinger of Mattituck, representing the Harry Lee Publishing Company, appeared before the Board with reference to a booklet which that firm is planning to publish as an advertising medium for East End Towns. The matter was laid on the table, and the Town Attorney will look up the powers of the Town Board in such matters. On Motion by Justice Reeve, whichwas seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call passed unanimously it was Resolved: Whereas the snow fund of the Highway money was depleted during the last part of the previous winter, and as there is now need of money in that fund with which to erect snow fences and to make other preparations for winter which have to be paid for out of the snow fund. Be it Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is empowered to borrow on the credit of Southold Town, and to issue certificate of indebtedness therefor, the sum of Two Thousand Dollars for the purpose of snow removal in Southold Town. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was 143 Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is empowered to borrow $4500.00 on the credit of Southold Town, and to issue certificate of indebtedness therefore, pursuant to chapter 795 of the Laws of 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto, to raise funds for Home Relief in the Town of Southold. The meeting adjourned at 4:45pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Minutes read and approved Nov. 20, 1936 144 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton in Greenport on Friday, November 20, 1936. Present were Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Reeve, Hawkins and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Inasmuch as the Relief bills will in the future be handled by the County Welfare Commissioner, the time of the Audit Meeting for December was changed from 10:00 am to 1:30pm. A letter was read from the Bureau of Farms and Markets requesting the Town Board to appoint Dog enumerators during the month of December. The Board will make the appointments at the regular December meeting. Henry F. Van Wyck and Nate H. Sayre, Commissioners of the Southold Fire District Appeared before the board and requested that the Board take steps to remedy the drainage situation on the Main Street, Southold in front of the new Fire House. Superintendent Price was named a committee of one to study the situation and to confer with the State Highway Officials, as the matter will come under the jurisdiction of the latter officials. 145 A letter was read from the Island News regarding a proposal for free lifesaving service at Town Beaches. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to the Editor of the Island News and ask for further information regarding the service mentioned in the letter. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously resolved at follows: Whereas, The moving of the office of The Southold Town Tax Receiver from one village to the other makes it necessary to move the safe and other heavy equipment and causes considerable expense to the town each year: and Whereas, the constant change of location of the Tax Receiver’s Office causes confusion and inconvenience to the Tax Payers: Be it Resolved: That the Office of the Tax Receiver be hereafter located permanently in the Town Clerk’s Building at Southold; and that the Tax Receiver be given the use of the Assessors room during the collection period. The minutes of the meeting were read and approved. Adjournment was at 4:55pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 146 The December Audit meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, December 1, 1936. Present were Supervisor Horton; Justice Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:30. On motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, and on roll call the following resolution was unanimously adopted: Whereas, the annual reports of the several Town Officers are required before st December 31; and th Whereas, the regular meeting this month would fall on Friday, December 18; Be it resolved: That the regular meeting of the Southold Town Board be held at th the office of the Town Clerk on December 29, 1936 at 1:30 pm and that the reports of the several officials be presented at that meeting. The Board then sat as a committee on Audit. Adjournment was at 5:45 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Minutes approved Tuesday, Dec. 29. 1936 December 29, 1936 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at th Greenport on Tuesday, December 29. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Although it had been agreed to hold this meeting at the office of the Town Clerk, inasmuch as the Tax Receiver is sitting at the Southold Office, it was thought better to hold the meeting at the Supervisor’s Office. Robert H. Brown addressed the Board on the possibility of extending the present bus service to Riverhead, and even conditionally beyond that point, said service to begin on or about May 25, 1937. On motion by Justice Klipp, which was seconded by Justice Reeve, the following resolution was adopted: Whereas, Robert H. Brown has applied to this Board for a franchise to extend his present bus service to permit him to run west along Route 25, or alternate routes, to the Southold-Riverhead Town Line at Laurel; and Be it resolved: That the Southold Town Board hold a public hearing on the application of Robert H. Brown for such franchise; said hearing to be held at the office of the Supervisor at Greenport on January 15, 1937, at 1:30pm. 148 Notice of Hearing by U.S. Engineer’s Office of the War Department, relative to a request from the Village of Greenport for permission to lay a 12 inch cast iron pipe line 420 feet channel ward from high water mark into Long Island Sound for a discharge line for a sewage treatment plant on shore. The board decided that there was no reason for them to appear at this hearing. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call adopted unanimously: Resolved: That Harvey Rhodes of Greenport; F. Harold Booth of Southold; and August Armbrust of Mattituck, be and hereby are appointed Dog Enumerators for the year 1937, to serve at the pleasure of the Board, said Enumerators to be held responsible for enumeration of Dog Owners within districts allotted to each of them by the Town Clerk. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry; on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That the office of Dog Warden be and hereby is abolished for the Town of Southold; duties of said official to be assigned to the Police of the Town. Five votes affirmative: Justice Reeve voting no. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry; and on roll call unanimously adopted. Resolved: That Superintendent of Highways Price be and hereby is empowered and directed to purchase one Motor Grader at a price not to exceed $3500. 149 Moved by Justice Hawkins: seconded by Justice Klipp; and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That the January audit meeting of the Southold Town Board be held at the office of the Supervisor on Friday, January 8, 1937 at 1:30pm. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Supervisor Horton; and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That Webster Young of Orient be appointed Special Constable for Police duty in the place of Everett S. Vail resigned: said appointment to take effect on January 1, 1937. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Terry, and adopted by four affirmative votes, Justice Reeve Absent, the accounts of Justice Reeve for the fiscal year were approved as follows, and his books audited for the year: Receipts for Fines and Fees from Dec 1, 1935 to Dec 1, 1936. $67.19 paid to Supervisor. On motion by Justice Terry and seconded by Justice Hawkins and adopted by four affirmative votes. Resolved: That the financial report of the Town Clerk be approved as follows. Receipts $ 3,272.75; disbursements $ 3,272.75 from Nov 31, 1935 to Nov 31, 1936. 150 On motion by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Terry, and adopted by four affirmative votes. Justice Klipp not voting, the report of Justice Klipp for the fiscal year was adopted as follows and his books approved by the Board. Receipts for Fines & Fees from Dec 1, 1935 to Dec 1, 1936: Civil $108.75; Criminal $20.00. Paid to the Supervisor. On motion by Justice Klipp, seconded by Justice Terry and adipted by four affirmative votes, Justice Hawkins not voting, the accounts of Justice Hawkins for the fiscal year were approved as follows, and his books audited for the year: Receipts for Fees from Dec 1, 1935 to Nov 30, 1936. Civil Action $ 168.60, paid to the Supervisor. On motion by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Klipp, and adopted by four affirmative votes, Justice Terry not voting, the report of Justice Terry for the fiscal year was approved as follows and his books audited by the Board. Receipts for Fees from Dec 1, 1935 to Dec 1, 1936. Civil Actions $ 7.70, Criminal $35.00. Paid to the Supervisor. On motion by Justice Klipp and seconded by Justice Hawkins and adopted by four affirmative votes. The Financial report for the fiscal year were approved as follows. No receipts. No Disbursements from December 1, 1935 to December 1, 1936. 151 On motion by Justice Hawkins seconded by Justice Reeve, the Financial report of Harold D. Price, Superintendent of Highways were examined by the Southold Town Board and were audited as follows. Receipts Disbursements Balance for 1936 Highway Fund Highway Fund Highway Fund $50,412.53 $49,193.15 $1,219.38 Bridge Fund Bridge Fund Bridge Fund 2059.64 971.23 1088.41 Machinery Fund Machinery Fund Machinery Fund 16,420.74 15,633.74 787.00 Misc Fund Misc Fund Misc Fund 29,338.79 28,371.70 967.09 Total Receipts Total Disbursements Total Balance 98,230.70 94,169.82 4,061.88 152 152 On motion by Justice Klipp, seconded by Justice Hawkins and adopted on four affirmative votes, Supervisor Horton being absent, the financial report of the Supervisor for the fiscal year was adopted as follows. Receipts Disbursements Balance Dec 31, 1936 General Fund General Fund General Fund $76,563.50 74,194.85 2368.65 Public Welfare Public Welfare Public Welfare 89,953.85 88,215.36 1738.49 Town School Taxes Town School Taxes Town School Taxes 227,110.10 216,410.10 10,700.00 Town Tax Money Town Tax Money Town Tax Money 529,193.55 510,139.31 19,054.24 Sthld Light Dist Sthld Light Dist Sthld Light Dist 2612.29 2196.95 415.34 Sthld Fire Dist Sthld Fire Dist Sthld Fire Dist 10,207.16 10,000.00 207.16 Southold Park Dist Southold Park Dist Southold Park Dist 2239.24 2000.00 237.24 Orient Light Dist Orient Light Dist Orient Light Dist 1465.73 1267.54 198.19 Orient Fire Dist Orient Fire Dist Orient Fire Dist 2542.43 2500.00 42.43 Orient Mosquito Dist Orient Mosquito Dist Orient Mosquito Dist 1511.10 1500.00 11.10 153 Receipts Disbursements Balance Dec 31, 1936 Matt Fire Dist Matt Fire Dist Matt Fire Dist 7031.04 7031.04 Matt Light Dist Matt Light Dist Matt Light Dist 3847.59 3130.87 716.72 FI Light Dist FI Light Dist FI Light Dist 1722.98 1846.98 Amount Overdrawn 24.00 EM Light Dist EM Light Dist EM Light Dist 1231.82 1081.98 149.84 EM Fire Dist EM Fire Dist EM Fire Dist 973.49 900.00 73.49 Peconic Light Dist Peconic Light Dist Peconic Light Dist 1877.23 1703.11 174.12 Cutch Light Dist Cutch Light Dist Cutch Light Dist 2575.24 2339.26 235.98 Cutch Fire Dist Cutch Fire Dist Cutch Fire Dist 6673.12 6500.00 173.12 Matt Light Dist Matt Light Dist Matt Light Dist 702.64 567.25 135.39 State School State School Money State School Money Money 12830.22 12830.22 Voting Machine Acct Voting Machine Acct Voting Machine Acct 30.00 30.00 Surplus Acct. Surplus Acct. Surplus Acct. 19082.16 11965.92 7116.26 Highway Bond Highway Bond Highway Bond 13435.24 6827.00 6608.24 154 Receipts Disbursements Balance Dec 31, 1936 5000.00 5000.00 Highway Fund Highway Fund Highway Fund 50453.28 49193.15 1260.13 Bridge Fund Bridge Fund Bridge Fund 2059.64 971.23 1088.41 Machinery Fund Machinery Fund Machinery Fund 16420.74 15633.74 787.00 Total Balance $54,336.63 Total Indebtedness $ 84,295.00 R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 155 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday January 8, 1937, at 1:30 for the monthly audit meeting of the Board. Mr. Everett Bennett and Mr. Edwin King, both of East Marion, appeared before the Board and asked relief for their section from a bad drainage situation which was caused when the State Road destroyed the drainage from the high land north of the Road. Following a full discussion of the matter, in which the duty of the Town and the restrictions placed upon the Town in such matters were discussed, on motion of Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Klipp it was Resolved: That Superintendent of Highways Price be designated a committee of one to confer with Supt. Deans and representatives of the State Highway Department about the situation and to advise the Board. Moved by Justice Reeve; Seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the sidewalk from the town line at Laurel, extending east along the Main Highway be recommended as a W.P.A. project; and that sidewalks along Bay Avenue, Mattituck be also included in future projects. On motion of Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was 156 Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to add another light on Pike Street extension, Mattituck, at such place as is agreeable to the wishes of the Mattituck Board of Education. Moved by Justice Reeve; which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That F Farington Wickham be and hereby is appointed Special constable of Southold Town to serve without additional pay and at the pleasure of the Board. The Board then sat as a Boar of Audit to examine bills against the Town. Adjournment was at 5:30 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 157 The January meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday January 15, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 pm. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Klipp; and Town Clerk Davison. The hearing before the Town Board on the application of Robert H. Brown of Greenport for an extension of his franchise having been duly advertised for this time and place, the hearing was formally declared opened by Supervisor Horton. There being no objections, and no opposition to the petition appearing, the hearing was formally declared closed at 1:45pm. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Town Clerk be authorized to instruct the Long Island Lighting company to install an additional light on Pike Street extension, Mattituck, this being the third light ordered on that street. On motion by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was 158 Resolved: That Supervisor Horton be designated to represent Southold Town at the fifth annual meeting of the Association of Towns of the State of New York, said meeting to be held at Albany on Feb. 24, 1937. The meeting was adjourned at 4:45 R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 159 The Southold Town Board met at the Office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Tuesday , February 8, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 with Justice Harry Terry in the chair in the absence of Supervisor Horton, who was reported ill at his house. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. The Board sat as a board of Audit to examine bills against the Town. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That one additional light be installed on Pike Street Extension, this being the fourth light added in that section at the request of Mattituck residents. The Town Clerk is hereby ordered to notify the Long Island Lighting Company of this order. The Town Board went to Mattituck to view East Legion Avenue, donations for which have already been made by property owners and which the Town Board has been asked to take over and work as a Public Highway. The agreement of Highway Superintendent Harold D. Price and the Southold Town Board for the expenditure of the Highway monies for the current year was read. On motion of Justice Terry, which was 160 Seconded by Justice Reeve, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the agreement for the expenditures of the Highway monies be approved as read. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved Mar 2, 1937 161 The Southold Town Board held a special meeting at the Office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday, February 5, 1937 to take care of urgent business. Present were Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Mr. Ralph W. Sterling of Cutchogue appeared before the Board and requested that Pine Tree Road and Sterling Road located at Nassau Farms, Peconic, be taken over by the Town and worked as Public Highways. Following the discussion the Town Clerk was instructed to request Mr. Sterling to furnish the necessary papers so that the Town Board can consider the proposition. A communication was read from the Associations of Towns of the State of New York asking the opinion of the Board on a proposed Bill to exempt from taxation underground aqueducts of municipal or (?) wherever located. Moved by Justice Reeve, seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the fourth light ordered by the Town Board for the Mattituck Lighting District on the Pike Street Extension. 162 Moved by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted. Whereas: it is necessary that the Town Board have in readiness projects for work relief, to be carried out when, as, and if needed; and Whereas: a town wide project has been prepared for this purpose, which has been drawn up with a determination to secure the most valuable permanent improvements, to continue the work to the most necessary items; and to allocate the projects as fairly as possible throughout all of the communities of the town. Therefore be it resolved: That the Southold Town Board approve, pursuant to Chapter 788 of the Laws of 1933 and acts amendatory there to projects for work relief as prepared comprising sections 1, 2 and 3 and the Town Board shall raise money if and as needed for the sponsor’s contribution. Moved by Justice Klipp, seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Town Board attend demonstrations of a machine to be used in writing up the tax books, said demonstration to be held at the office of Supervisor Horton at 1:30pm on Saturday, February 13, 1937. The Clerk was instructed to notify the Town Assessors to attend the meeting. Adjournment was at 5:15pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 163 Southold Park District The Annual meeting of the Southold Park District was held at the office of the Town Clerk at 8:00 pm on Friday, February 12, 1937. Town Clerk Davison read the call of the meeting and furnished affidavits to show that the meeting had been advertised according to law. Charles J. Gordon was nominated and duly elected chairman of the meeting. George C. Terry and Renssilar G. Terry were appointed tellers and duly sworn. R. L. Davison was appointed Clerk. The Polls were opened at 8 O’clock when all present had voted the chairman declared the polls closed. The tellers reported five votes cast all for Nat. E. Booth for the office of Park Commissioner. The chairman declared Mr. Booth re-elected. The tellers reported five votes cast on the proposition to raise a budget of $2,000.00 for the payment of one bond and maintenance of the district. All were in favor of the proposition. The meeting adjourned at 8:30pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk. 164 The regular meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, February 19, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve & Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. A communication was read from the State Traffic Commission in answer to a recent request from the Board. The letter stated that no traffic light was needed at the intersection of Route 25 and Main Street Orient. Attorney William Wickham and Mr. Henry Case, a committee representing the Cutchogue Chamber of commerce appeared before the Board and asked for improved lighting in the business section of Cutchogue Village. Specifically they requested that the 80 watt bulbs and standard brackets on poles 139 and 141 be replaced by 250 watt bulbs and special globe brackets; And that 250 watt bulbs and special globe brackets be placed on the south side of the highway on or near poles NYT 511 and NYT 513. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call was unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That inasmuch as the additional 165 Lighting requested by the Cutchogue Chamber of Commerce appears necessary for the safety, convenience and development of the Village, the petition be hereby granted, and that the Town Clerk be instructed to order the installation of two lights and the increased wattage for the other two lights. In response to a request from Southold Village, on motion of Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install an additional light on Railroad Avenue, Southold at this time. Inasmuch as the description of East Legion Avenue, Mattituck accompanying the petition recently presented, asking the Town Board to take over and work said road, was made from an old map and is altogether incorrect, Superintendent of Highways Price was named a committee of one to return the description and the petition to the petitioners and to request a corrected map and description. Moved by Justice Reeve, seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That Supervisor Horton act as a committee of one to arrange the details of securing a tax map of Southold Town for the use of the Board of Assessors. 166 Be it further resolved: That the sum of $200.00 be taken from the Surplus Fund for the first section of said tax map. Moved by Justice Klipp; Seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted. Whereas: Ralph W. Sterling has petitioned the Town to take over and work Pine Tree Road and Sterling Road, both shown on a map entitled “Nassau Farms” and has made the necessary dedications to the Town: and Whereas: The Town Board viewed said roads: Be it Resolved: That the Town take over and maintain said roads as public highways. Moved by Justice Klipp, seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted. Whereas Robert L. Brown of Greenport has petitioned the Board for a franchise to operate a bus line over the public highways of this town; and Whereas a hearing, duly advertised has been held on said petition; and Whereas, it appears that said bus service will fill a public need; Be it Resolved: That the Southold Town Board grant a Franchise to said Robert L. Brown to operate a bus line over the highways of Southold Town. Meeting adjourned at 5:15 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 167 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, March 2, 1937. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. thth The minutes of the meetings held on February 5 and February 19 were read and approved. Mr. Fitzpatrick, a representative of the Burroughs Calculating Machine Company, appeared before the Board to answer questions regarding a machine for writing up Tax Books. The Town Board had previously witnessed a convincing demonstration of the machine, and is of the opinion that installation of the machine will expedite the work of writing up the books and preparing the tax bills. On motion of Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Reeve; the following resolution was unanimously adopted: Whereas: The writing of the tax books, and the execution of the tax rolls, and the present method of preparing the tax bills is slow, inefficient and costly: Be it Resolved: The Supervisor Horton act as a committee of one to arrange for the purchase and delivery of a Burroughs machine designed for that work. 168 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Town Board approve the proposed change in the route of Oriental Avenue, Fishers Island, (?) in the map presented, and that the necessary papers be executed to permit the performance of the work. Moved by Justice Klipp, seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Southold Town Board take over and work East Legion Avenue, Mattituck, starting from a point at the intersection of East Legion Avenue and Bay Avenue, and extending a distance of 825.83 feet, and maintain the same as a public highway when the necessary papers are executed. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine bills against the Town. Adjournment was at 5:45 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved, Mar 19, 1937 169 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, March 19, 1937. Present at the meeting were Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Attorney Terry; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Justice Klipp unavoidably absent. The meeting was called to order at 1:45 pm. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That Supervisor Horton be a committee of one to consult with George Naugles of Mattituck concerning the Boundary between the property of Southold Town and the property of Said George Naugles on the westerly side of Mattituck Creek. The papers authorizing the change in the course of Oriental Avenue, Fishers Island, were signed by the Town Board, and a copy filed with the Town Clerk. W.P.A. matters were discussed at considerable length by the Board. It was disclosed that work on the projected sewer in Greenport, on which the Relief workers will be employed was not yet ready to be started. It was pointed out that some employment of useful character must be provided temporarily. 170 On motion of Justice Terry; which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, on roll call the following resolution was unanimously adopted: Whereas: W.P.A. workers cannot be started on concrete work, which is provided st in the projects prepared, until after April 1. Whereas: Work must be provided for a number of these unemployed until that date: Be it Resolved: That the Board authorize the appropriations of such sum as may be necessary to pay the Town’s share of part of the expense of the driver’s wages needed on emergency mosquito projects to furnish needed work. The following bills were audited and ordered paid in accordance with the above resolution: Walter White Labor $16.00; Devol Martin Labor $4.00; Ernest Macomber Labor $ 4.00;Harold Thilberg Labor $8.00. An application was received from W. Cortland Case, praying that the Town take over and work certain roads in the hamlet of East Marion on lands of said W. Cortland Case. The Town Board will view proposed roads. The application of Richard Bassford of Mattituck for permission to plant oysters in Mattituck Creek was determined to be within the jurisdiction of the Board of Town Trustees. Justice Reeve was named a committee to consult with Mr. Bassford and to explain the procedure to him. 171 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call unanimously adopted. Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install an additional light on Railroad Avenue, Southold. This being the second light ordered on that highway at the end of existing lights. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Reeve; on roll call unanimously adopted. Resolved: That the Town Clerk be authorized to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install two additional lights on Youngs Avenue, orient; One light to be placed on Pole No. 6; and the second light to be placed on Pole No. 7 ½. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to the State Traffic Commission and to urge the installation of a blinker light at the intersection of Main Street and Route 25, in the hamlet of Orient. The meeting was adjourned at 4:45pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 172 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Tuesday, April 6, 1937. Present were: Supervisor Horton, Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. A request was read from Anthony Demmerle, a property owner, whose land adjoins the Town Beach at Arshamomaque, asking that the Town Board have the buildings on the Town Beach moved to the center of the Beach property in order to get them further from his property line. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Demmerle and to inform him that the Town Board would study into the matter. An application was received from the Engineering firm of Barker & Wheeler, of 56 State Street, Albany, New York, for a permit to construct a cast iron pipe sewer along the easterly side of Moore’s Lane for a distance of about 2900 feet. A petition was received from several property owners whose property adjoins the site of the proposed disposal plant of the proposed sewerage system, requesting that the Town Board grant the petitioners a hearing on the proposed sewer line before any permits for its construction were granted. The Town Clerk was instructed to communicate with the signers of the said 173 Petition and to inform them that the regular meeting of the Town Board would be held at the office of the Supervisor on Friday, April 16, 1937, at 1:30 pm, and that they were at liberty to appear before the Board at that time and place and state the nature of their objections. The Town Clerk was further instructed to communicate with the Village Board of the Village of Greenport and to inform the members thereof of the petitions for a hearing and of the meeting at which said hearing would be held. The Town Clerk was further instructed to communicate with the firm of Barker & Wheeler and to inform them also of the petition from the said property owners, th and of the hearing to be held at the April 16 meeting. A map for a proposed road through the property of one Mrs. Herbert Young was presented to the Board. The Town Board will view the property and the proposed roads. The Town Clerk was instructed to notify Mrs. Young that when the required work is done in preparation, the Town will accept the proposed road. The Town Clerk was instructed to take the necessary steps to secure books for the assessment rolls for the forthcoming tax year. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That Town Attorney George C. Terry be and hereby is authorized to conduct a grantee search of the Town Property at Mattituck Creek. The meeting was adjourned at 5:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 174 The Southold Town Board met for its regular business session at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday, April 16, 1937. Present at the meeting were; Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. In accordance with the announcement made at the previous meeting, the Board adjourned to the Village Hall where there were in waiting a number of people desiring a hearing on the application which had been made to the Board by the Engineering firm of Barker and Wheeler, of Albany, New York, for a permit to lay a sewer line along Moore’s Lane. The Supervisor opened the hearing with a brief address in which he explained that the matter on which the Town Board was empowered to act was strictly limited to the subject of a permit for the Moore’s Lane sewer main. Mr. Cleveland, a Sanitary Engineer employed by residents whose property adjoins the site chosen for the disposal plant of the proposed sewer, spoke before the Board. He objected to the location of the disposal plant and to several other features in the construction of the proposed sewer and was reminded by Mr. Horton that the Board felt it had no jurisdiction there. 175 Dr. Diefendorfer, of the State Board of Health referred to the relief gate to which the Board objected in the line on Moore’s Land and stated that the valve would be eliminated. Mr. Frederick B. Hall, of the firm of Barker & Wheeler, stated that the plans would be rectified so that the relief gate to which the board objected, would be eliminated from the plans. Mrs. J.L. Levinson of Greenport objected to the location of the pumping plant of the proposed sewer and stated that she wished to have an opportunity to voice her objections before the Village Board. Mr. Horton informed her that that matter rested with the Village Board. Mr. William D, Faulkner, a property owner near the site of the proposed disposal plant, stated that he and the other owners had been given no opportunity to be heard in this matter, which he stated would result in serious damage to property holdings in that section. He urged that the Town Board reserve action on the permit until those affected could study the plans and seek some way to remove the objectionable features. There being no further persons desiring to be heard on the matter of the application to lay the proposed sewer main, Supervisor Horton declared the hearing formally closed, and the Board retired to the Office of the Supervisor to resume its business session. 176 A communication was read from the Long Island Lighting Company regarding the request of Mr. C.H. Wickham to change the angle of the fixtures on certain lights on East Pike Street, the better to illuminate the sidewalks on the north side of that street. The matter was referred to Justice Reeve as a committee of one to inquire into the matter and to report at the next meeting of the Board. A letter was read from William B. Kesel, stating that, as a result of the fill which had been made on the property of George Hardy on Jockey Creek, Southold, the Kesel property had been seriously depreciated. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Kesel and to inform him that the fill was done by the County Highway department and to advise him to write to County Highway Superintendent Herman Bishop, Westhampton, and state his complaint. A letter was read from the State Traffic Commission, stating that in answer to the several requests which the Town Board had made, a warning blinker signal would th be installed about May 15, at the intersection of Route 25 and Main Street, in the hamlet of Orient. Mr. Maurice King, of Mattituck, a property owner on New Suffolk Avenue in that village, appeared before the Board. Mr. King stated that the grade of the sidewalk which had been laid as far as his property line before WPA work had been discontinued, was such that, if continued, 177 It would shut his tenants off from across the street. He was informed that the work there would not be resumed during the current summer. Following an informal discussion with Mr. Hall and other engineers, in which features to which the Board felt it had legitimate objections were discussed, on motion of Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Klipp, the following resolution was unanimously adopted by the Board: Resolved: That the Town Attorney be and hereby is authorized to prepare necessary papers for a permit authorizing the laying of a sewer main along Moore’s Lane. Further Resolved: That a special meeting of the Southold Town Board be held at the office of Supervisor Horton on Friday, April 23, 1937, at 1:30pm to sign necessary papers. Joseph Zimnoski a farmer of Mattituck, appeared before the Board and protested that he had been charged warfage fees to the use of the facilities of Mattituck Creek. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted Mr. Horton not voting. Resolved: That the Southold Town Board Heartily endorses the stand taken by Supervisor Horton in his spirited and consistent objection to the establishment of a County Authority and thoroughly approves of his negative vote on that proposition. 178 Mr. F.L. Corwin, publisher of the Suffolk Times, asked the privilege of addressing the Board following the passage of the foregoing Resolution. He warmly congratulated Mr. Horton on his part in the Water Authority matter, stating that he had greatly admired Mr. Horton’s able discharge of his duties as Supervisor, and that he felt that Mr. Horton’s strong opposition to the proposal to set up the Water Authority was the high point in his career, showing, as it did, an unbending determination to keep faith with his people. Following conferences between representatives of the Long Island Lighting Company and a committee representing the Cutchogue Chamber of Commerce, a plan for improving the lighting of Cutchogue Village was agreed upon between the aforementioned parties. Moved by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, Resolved: That the order for a change in the street lighting arrangements in Cutchogue Village passed by this Board on February 19, 1937, and entered on Page 164, Liber N of the Town Records, be and hereby is rescinded. Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install lights in Cutchogue Village as follows: 1. Remove I-80 Candle Power lamp from Pole # 139, Main Road, Cutchogue Village. 179 2. Remove present 80 candle power lamp from Pole # 141, Main Road, Cutchogue Village. 3. Install I-600 Candle Power ornamental lamp on Pole # 138, Main Road, Cutchogue Village. 4. Install I-600 Candle Power Ornamental lamp on Pole # 511, Main Road, Cutchogue Village. 5. Install I-600 Candle Power Ornamental lamp on Pole # 141, Main Road, Cutchogue Village. The meeting was adjourned at 5:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved May 4, 1937 180 The Southold Town Board met in special session at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday April 23, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30PM with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Clerk Davison. A delegation from the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce appeared before the Board and requested that the sidewalk project, which has been carried on under WPA activities, be continued along the Main Road in the vicinity of the Laurel School, and on Bay Avenue in Mattituck Village. Supervisor Horton explained that it was probable that the Greenport Sewer project would take all of our unemployed. He informed the men that should WPA projects other than the sewer be necessary to take care of unemployment, that work would first of all be done on the Jockey Creek Bridge, which otherwise would have to be completed at Town expense. He assured them that all of the sidewalk plans had been engineered and that that project would be entered into should it be necessary for the Town to sponsor further WPA projects. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted. Resolved: That the angle of the lights on East Pike Street be changed to conform 181 With a request from the Mattituck Board of Education, so that the beam from the lights would fall upon the sidewalk on that thoroughfare, which lies on the opposite side of the street from the location of the poles. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted. Resolved: That an additional light be installed on Railroad Avenue, Southold, Standard distance north of the last of existing lights, said additional light being the third ordered by this Board installed on Railroad Avenue. Further Resolved: That an additional light be installed on the Main Road, Southold, between existing lights in that section between Railroad Avenue and Boisseau Avenue. Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to notify the Long Island Lighting Company of the above changes. The Permit requested at a former meeting of the Southold Town Board, by Barker & Wheeler, representing the Village of Greenport, for permission to lay a sewer main along Moore’s Lane, east of the bounds of the Incorporated Village of Greenport, was signed by the members of this Board and by the Mayor of Greenport, Ansel V. Young. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted. Resolved: That one additional light be 182 Installed on Bay Boulevard, in accordance with a request made by the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce, said light in Mattituck District No 1 at a point to be designated by the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce. Further Resolved: That Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install said light. Information received by the Board makes it appear that a very dangerous traffic situation prevails along Cutchogue Lane at the time of early Mass at the Church of Our Lady of Ostrabrama. On motion of Justice Klipp; which was seconded by Justice Terry; and on roll call unanimously adopted. Resolved: That Justice Reeve be and hereby is appointed a committee of one to attend to arranging for proper policing of Cutchogue Lane during the hours of early services on Sunday mornings. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted. Whereas, Justice Shanklin has written this Board, stating that in his opinion conditions will be improved on Fishers Island if liquor licenses on Fishers Island are restricted to those already issued to certain places; namely Renands; The Package Store; Mansion House; Fishers Island Club and Hay Harbor Club. 183 Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to write to the New York State Liquor Authority and to request that liquor licenses be restricted to the places named. The meeting was adjourned at 6pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved May 4, 1937 184 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport on Tuesday, May 4, 1937 at 1:30pm. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat as a committee on Audit to examine bills against the Town. On motion by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins, the following resolution was adopted by an affirmative vote of four, Justice Terry not voting: Whereas, George Naugles, owner of premises adjoining the Old Mill, has offered to quit claim to the Town of Southold a certain strip of land adjoining the Town highway on the north side of the Old Mill at Mattituck for a distance of 75 feet, in consideration of said George Naugles constructing at his own expense along the Mattituck Creek side of said premises in line with the present bulkhead owned by him as embodied in a proposal to the Southold Town Trustees, dated April 14. 1937: And Whereas, This Board desires to have the strip of land mentioned to be open from the side of the highway for the benefit of the public; and Whereas, This Board is of the opinion that if said proposal is amended to provide that material be used in said bulkhead creosoted 18 pounds to the cubic foot in the construction of said bulkhead; 185 And to provide that the wharfage mentioned in said proposal be made on a footage basis for boats used as commercial carriers; and that the rate to be specified may not be increased in the future without the consent of the Town Board, it will be beneficial to the inhabitants of said Town; Now, therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Town Board approve said proposal, if amended as above stated, and further that it urge the Town Trustees of said Town to take favorable action on said proposal. Meeting adjourned at 5:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 186 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport on Friday, May 21, 1937. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Attorney Terry; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm. A communication was read from Attorney William Wickham, on behalf of the Committee of the Cutchogue Chamber of Commerce, thanking the Southold Town Board for the satisfactory manner in which the change in the lighting in that district had been planned and installed. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. The Board viewed roads in Sunset Shores, East Marion, which W. Courtland Case has petitioned the Town to take over and work as public roads. The Board will consider the roads when they have been put into proper condition. The meeting was adjourned at 5pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 187 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport in Tuesday June 1, 1937 Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, and Reeve; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call unanimously adopted. Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to have the Fireworks Ordinance published in the three papers of the Town during the time in which the sale and use of the same are forbidden. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Reeve, and on roll call unanimously adopted. Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to write to the State Highway commission and remind them that the Light at the intersection of Route 25 and Main Street, in the Hamlet of Orient, which was to have been installed on or th about May 25, has not as yet been installed and to request that the Commission give this matter their immediate attention. The meeting was adjourned at 5pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 188 The Southold Town Board held its regular semi monthly session at the office of th Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday, June 18, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board considered at length a number of aspects of the change that it proposes in the way of writing up the tax rolls. The change to the new method is to be made this year, the work to be done under the supervision of the Town Clerk, in the office of the latter. Mr. A. Vail, of the Long Island Lighting Company appeared before the Board and discussed several matters concerning street lights in the various villages of the Town. On motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry, on roll call the following resolution was unanimously adopted: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install one additional street light on the last pole on the dead end of Riley Avenue, Mattituck, in Mattituck District No.1 Moved by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call unanimously adopted: 189 Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to authorize the Long Island Lighting Company to install four low candle power lights on the new Jockey Creek Bridge in the Southold Lighting district. A letter was read from Mrs. William Rich, a property owner of Southold regarding conditions on her property in Southold, The Town Clerk was instructed to write Mrs. Rich and to inform her that Mr. C. Williamson, of the Suffolk County Mosquito Commission would give her whatever assistance was required to prevent the breeding of mosquitos on the property in question. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That the Southold Town Board herby authorizes a salary of $5 per day st for Ralph P. Booth as clerk of the Board of Assessors from July 1, 1937 to st December 31, 1937, for the purpose of preparing and extending the tax rolls of the Town of Southold. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins; and on roll call unanimously adopted. Resolved: That the Supervisor be authorized to issue a new certificate of indebtedness for the sum of $8500. Made by the Town of Southold to Southold Savings Bank and due 190 th June 12, 1937, which was issued for the purpose of raising funds for the home relief, pursuant to Chapter 798 of the Laws of 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto. The following resolution was offered by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins; and on roll call unanimously adopted: Whereas, the County of Suffolk, through its Board of Supervisors, recently voted to expend the sum of $345,000 to connect Route 25 at Calverton with Route 25 at Aquebogue; and Whereas, Route 25, from Riverhead to Greenport is a crooked narrow highway, already obsolete, and impossible of such improvement as to render it adequate to present traffic demands; and Whereas, the normal population of Southold and Shelter Island Towns, 12,782, experiences an increase during the summer months of approximately 15,000, all of whom employ Route 25 as the sole through artery of travel connecting with the modern highways west of Riverhead Town; and Whereas, this lack of adequate traffic arteries is a potent factor in retarding the development of Southold and Shelter Island Towns; and Whereas, with the expenditure of comparatively little money, an 191 Alternate route can easily be developed which will at once relieve Route 25 of all through traffic and furnish a more direct and a straighter artery for express traffic than the existing Route 25; and Whereas, a large portion of the proposed alternate route has already been improved; namely, from Orient Point to Mill Creek in Southold Town; and Whereas, over practically all of the remainder of the proposed alternate route, there is already improved oiled road, through property adjacent to, but removed from all of the villages along said route; Therefore Be it Resolved: That the Southold Town Board strongly protest the expenditure of road monies as voted by the Suffolk County Board of Supervisors on the grounds that the expenditure of these monies in the manner voted will not alleviate the dangerous traffic conditions on the easterly end of Route 25; nor bring any measure of relief to the inhabitants of Southold Town and Shelter Island Town from the present congestion on its one through route. Be It Further Resolved: That this Board recommends that Route 25 between Riverhead and Southold, be retained as it is, as an important highway for village to village traffic. Be It Further Resolved: That it is the conviction of the Board that the proposed 192 Alternate route, incorporating much of the present North Road, avoiding as it does all villages and all railroad crossings, should be immediately improved and extended to join with Route 25 at Calverton, thus furnishing, with a minimum expenditure of money, a straight, safe, and easily constructed connection between the Orient State Park and the villages of the East End with the express highways of Western Suffolk County. The meeting was adjourned at 5 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Minutes approved July 6, 1937 193 Meeting of July 6, 1937 The semi-monthly meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, July 6, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install 2 lights on Peconic Bay Boulevard, Mattituck, in Lighting District Mattituck No. 1, at points recommended by the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce. Unanimously adopted. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to the Long Island Lighting Company and to request full schedules of the Company’s charges for all classes of service; said schedules to be filed at the Office of the Town Clerk. The Town Clerk read a notice of Public Hearing on the application of Robert R. Brown for a franchise to operate a bus service over the roads of Southold Town. The date of the hearing is July 21, 1937; and it is to be held at 80 Centre Street, New York City. 194 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve. Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is empowered to expend the sum of $1015 for the purchase of a highway mower. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Resolved: That Herbert Goldsmith be and hereby is appointed a Special Constable, without compensation, to serve at the pleasure of this Board. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins Resolved: That this Board recommend the re-appointment of Frank Dawson of New Suffolk as Attendance Officer for the public schools of Southold Town, at a salary of $750. Per annum. Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to inform Superintendent P.B. Matthews of this recommendation, and to express to Superintendent Matthews the appreciation of this Board of the able and conscientious manner in which Mr. Dawson has performed the duties of his office. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 5 o’clock. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 195 Meeting of July 16, 1937 The Southold Town Board held its regular semi-monthly meeting at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, July 16, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry Hawkins, and Reeve; Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. Due to the presence of a large delegation of residents of East Marion, headed by Captain Frank Tuthill, the regular order of the meeting was changed to give the delegation an opportunity to be heard before routine matters were taken up. Several of the residents spoke: All complained of the vile odor arising from Marion Lake and requested that the Board do what it could to alleviate the condition. The Board agreed to take all possible measures to improve conditions about the Lake; and the Supervisor was named a committee of one to look into the situation. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry Resolved: That Supervisor Horton be appointed a committee of one to arrange for a life guard at the Town Beach at Arshamomaque; said guard to work during the summer season and to receive compensation at the rate of $10 per week. Unanimously adopted. 196 The Town Clerk was instructed to communicate with the Long Island Lighting Company and ask that the recently ordered lights at the dead end of Riley Avenue, in Mattituck Lighting District No. 1, be put into service as soon as possible. The Town Clerk was instructed to send another communication to the State Highway Authorities and to ask for a warning blinker at the intersection of Route 25 and Main Street in the Hamlet of Orient. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine a number of claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 5 O’Clock. Russell L. Davison, Town Clerk. 197 Meeting of August 3, 1937 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, August 3, 1937. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm; and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Resolved: That the Board purchase a trial order of three (3) tear gas guns, at a purchase price of $37.50, for the use of the Southold Town Police Department; more to be purchased later if these are found satisfactory and there appears to be need of more. Unanimously adopted. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to consider claims against the Town. The meeting was adjourned at 4:45 Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 198 Meeting of August 20, 1937 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, on Friday, August 20, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 with the following in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. A communication was read from the Public Service Commission stating that a franchise had been granted to Robert Brown of Greenport to operate a bus line from Orient Point to Quogue. A petition was read from residents of East Marion, carrying the names of many of the property owners of that district, asking that nine (9) additional lights be installed on Shipyard Lane, East Marion. The following resolution was offered by Justice Klipp; seconded bay Justice Terry; and on roll call unanimously adopted Whereas a petition has been presented to this Board, signed by more than 50% of the resident taxpayers of East Marion, and representing over 50% of the assessed valuation of said district, asking this Board to install 9 additional street lights on Shipyard Lane; Be it Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install said 9 lights in accordance with the (?) accompanying 199 Said petition. Moved bay Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That the petition of the Orient Fire Company to hold a block party, closing off Main Street, Orient, on the nights of August 26, 27, and 28, from 7-12 o’clock, D.S.T. be hereby granted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry; Resolved: That permission be granted to Griswold-Terry-Glover Post of the American Legion to hold a block party on Youngs Avenue, Southold, on the nights of September 2, 3, and 4. Further resolved: That said organization be permitted to use the property adjacent to the Town Clerk’s Office. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp; and unanimously adopted: Resolved: That the Supervisor be authorized to borrow $1,000. on credit of Southold Town and to issue certificate of indebtedness therefore, pursuant to Chapter 798 of the Laws of 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto, to raise funds for home relief in the Town of Southold. The purpose of this certificate is to renew one due on August 5, 1937. Moved by Justice Terry, seconded by Justice Reeve: Whereas, the legal voters of the Town of Southold voted at the General Elections held on April 7, 1903 to prohibit non-residents from taking clams and escallops from the waters of Southold Town; Be it Resolved: That the creeks and 200 Inland waters of Southold Town be posted to warn non-residents of this ordinance; Further Resolved: That Supervisor Horton and Justice Klipp be and hereby are appointed a committee to name a Special Constable to enforce the terms of said ordinance and to specify the duration of his employment and the rate of his compensation. Unanimously adopted. Gerard Husselyren of Mattituck appeared before the Board and suggested some of the benefits to be derived from the preparation and publication of an official booklet on the Town. The book, as proposed, would contain historical and descriptive matter concerning the several hamlets. The following resolution was offered by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That it is the sense of this Board that the project of Gerard Husselyren to produce an official Southold Town Book promises to be of great value to the Town. Further Resolved: That Supervisor Horton and Town Clerk Davison be appointed a committee to edit the literary content. Further Resolved: That this Board heartily endorses the project and will assist Mr. Husselyren to make the book one of wide interest and permanent worth as an historical document. Further Resolved: That this sponsorship shall entitle the aforementioned committee to pass 201 Finally upon the material which shall appear in the book. Further Resolved: That this sponsorship on the part of the Town shall not impose any financial responsibility upon the Town. on roll call unanimously adopted. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine several claims against the Town. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 202 Meeting of September 7, 1937 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, September 7, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 with the following Present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Clerk Davison. A delegation from the Cutchogue Chamber of Commerce appeared before the Board relative to the formation of a Park District in that hamlet. They were informed concerning the procedure and were assured of the cooperation of the Board. Mr. Theodore Beebe and Mr. Russell Silleck of the above committee asked for an additional piece of sidewalk on the south side of Main Street, east of New Suffolk Lane. A communication was read from the Cutchogue Chamber of Commerce complimenting Chief Otto Anrig and Town Officer Tony Chituk for their conduct of a raid on a gambling place in that village. The committee appointed to secure a Special Constable reported that Henry A. Goodale had been employed at a salary of $4 per day and $10 per day on occasions when arrests caused him to lose his regular day work. 203 A communication was read from the State Traffic Commission stating that a State Trooper will patrol Main Road, Orient, while the boat is running. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Superintendent Price; Resolved: That the Board make its official visit to Fishers Island on September th 17. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry; Resolved: That the Supervisor be authorized to borrow $1500 on the credit of Southold Town and to issue a certificate of indebtedness therefor, pursuant to Chapter 798 of the Laws of 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto, to raise funds for home relief in the Town of Southold. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 4:10 Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 204 Annual Fishers Island Meeting The Southold Town Board made its annual official visit to Fishers Island on Friday, September 17, 1937. The trip to the Island was made on Captain Raynor Wickham’s Boat, Alma, the party landing at the Government dock shortly after eleven o’clock. Former Town Clerk Joseph N Hallock accompanied the Board in its visit. The members of the Board were met at the dock by Justice Radford C. Shanklin and Constable Gada and were taken by automobile on an inspection trip over the roads of the Island. Following the inspection, the members of the party were entertained at lunch at the Mansion House following which the meeting was called to order at 2:30 in the parlors of the hotel with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Shanklin; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Supervisor Horton expressed the appreciation of the Board for the courtesies and the hospitality extended to its members. The Board discussed informally matters concerning shellfish, relief, roads and other important matters. The meeting was recessed at 3:45 so that the Board could start the trip home. The meeting was again called to order on board the Alma at 4:30. 205 Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins Resolved: That the Financial Report of the Supervisor be published, as required by law, in the three papers of the Town. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins. Resolved: That the service of the temporary Bay Constable appointed to enforce the Town Shellfish Ordinance be terminated September 30. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Whereas, The constantly growing summer automobile traffic makes summer oiling of the Town highways a source of great danger; and Whereas, the inconvenience and danger to the traveling public will be materially lessened by performing this work at a season when traffic on our highways is light; Therefore be it Resolved: That the Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized to purchase the necessary oil and proceed during the Fall months with his 1938 road oiling program. Be it Further Resolved: That pursuant to Section 117, Article 8, as amended the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized and empowered to borrow the necessary funds for the purchase of road oil in anticipation of the 1937-1938 Tax levy. Unanimously adopted 206 Special Meeting, Sept. 28, 1937, Meeting Called to order at 1:30 pm Highway Fund 60,393.33 Machinery Fund 17,789.22 Misc. Fund 23,706.77 101, 889.32 For Snow Removal, for weeds, brush and other purposes For salary & expenses of Town Supt of Highways and Deputy For other misc. purposes Highway bond and Interest 6,362.97 Public Libraries 5,000.00 Memorial Day Observances 200.00 Public Welfare 21,800.00 General Fund, Fixed Salaries: Supervisor 4,000. Town Clerk 2,000. Justice of Peace (5) 5,000. Assessors (6) 6,000. Receiver of Taxes 1,500. Attendance Officer 750. Traffic Officers 5@$5 per day 9,125. Registrar Vital Statistics 300. Constable Fishers Island 300. Special Night Officer 1,092 Clerk for Supervisor 1,200 $32,467.00 Rent, Supervisors office 420. Rent, other Town Offices 1,200. Advertising & Notices 1,500. Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, Stationary 1,066.50 Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes, Highway Superintendent 1,353.90 Salaries, Clerks for Assessors 603. Expenses, Assessors 700. Assessment Rolls 219. Expenses-Justices of Peace 238.42 Clerks on Tax Rolls 655. Salaries – Clerks for Receiver of Taxes 962.50 Expenses, Receiver of Taxes, Rent, Supplies, Postage 512.56 207 Insurance Compensation, Traffic Light, Town Beach 500. Town Trustees, Traffic Officers and Constable expenses 4,483. Police Telephone 110.30 Repairs and supplies for traffic light 100. Fees to Physicians 27.75 Maintenance of Town Beach 200. Life Guard 70. State Retirement System 1,637.31 Association of Towns, Membership fee 43. Principal, certificate of indebtedness 2,000 Shade Tree Fund 200. Heat, Light, Town Clerks office 391.30 Advertising Fund 500. Estimated Receipts: Mortgage Tax 1,500. Income Tax 12,000. Franchise Tax 2,500. Beverage Tax 17,000. Tax Penalties 2,002.37 Licenses (dog) 849.67 Licenses 210. Fines & Fees 863.45 Concession at Town Beach 150. Rent and Storage 120. Special Districts: Orient Fire 2,500. Orient Light 1,306.44 Orient Mosquito 1,200. East Marion Fire 1,000. East Marion Light 1,260. Fishers Island Light 1,599.66 Southold Fire 15,939.66 Southold Light 2,273.16 Southold Park 2,000. Peconic Light 1,700.04 Cutchogue Fire 7,447. Cutchogue Light 2560.08 208 Mattituck Fire 7,000. Mattituck Light 3,320.16 Mattituck Boulevard Light 580.08 School Districts: No. 2 Orient 10,100. No. 3 East Marion 5,491. No. 4 Fishers Island 32,063.72 No. 5 Southold 38,500. No. 6 Southold 3,374.96 No. 7 Peconic 14,000. No. 8 Cutchogue 7,825. No. 9 Mattituck 31,699.20 No. 10 Greenport 72,897.49 No. 11 Laurel 6,214. No. 12 Cutchogue 15,625.06 No. 14 Mattituck 7,500. No. 15 New Suffolk 4,076. The foregoing preliminary budget estimate was presented to the Southold Town Board and duly unanimously adopted. Attorney Joseph Krupski addressed the Board regarding the bounds of Jacobs Lane at Bay View. Some arrangement will be made with abutting property owners to define the bounds of the road. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Reeve; Resolved: That the annual Public Hearing on the Budget be held on October 19, 1937, at 1:30 pm at the Office of the Town Clerk. Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to publish notices of the above hearing as required by law. Unanimously adopted. Present: Supervisor Horton; Justices 209 Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Adjournment was at 4:45 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 210 Meeting of October 5, 1937 The Southold Town Board met at the office of the Supervisor in Greenport on Tuesday October 5, 1937. Present were: Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:45. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve; Resolved: That the Supervisor be authorized to borrow $4000 on the credit of Southold Town and to issue certificate of indebtedness therefor, pursuant to Chapter 798 of the Laws of 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto to raise funds for home relief in the Town of Southold. Unanimously adopted. The following Annual Budget Estimate was duly approved: Highway Fund, item 1 60,393.33 For the repair and improvement of Town highways, including sluices, culverts and bridges having a span of less than five feet Machinery Fund 17,789.22 For the purchase and repair of machinery, tools and implements Misc. Fund 23,706.77 101, 889.32 For Snow Removal, for weeds, brush and other purposes For salary & expenses of Town Supt of Highways and Deputy, if any For other misc. purposes Highway bond and Interest 6,362.97 Public Libraries 5,000.00 Memorial Day Observances 200.00 Public Welfare 21,800.00 211 General Fund, Fixed Salaries: Supervisor 4,000. Town Clerk 2,000. Justice of Peace (5) 5,000. Assessors (6) 6,000. Receiver of Taxes 1,500. Attendance Officer 750. Traffic Officers 5@$5 per day 9,125. Registrar Vital Statistics 300. Constable Fishers Island 300. Special Night Officer 1,092 Clerk for Supervisor 1,200 $32,467.00 Rent, Supervisors office 420. Rent, other Town Offices 1,200. Advertising & Notices 1,500. Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, Stationary 1,066.50 Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes, Highway Superintendent 1,353.90 Salaries, Clerks for Assessors 603. Expenses, Assessors 700. Assessment Rolls 219. Expenses-Justices of Peace 238.42 Clerks on Tax Rolls 655. Salaries – Clerks for Receiver of Taxes 962.50 Expenses, Receiver of Taxes, Rent, Supplies, Postage 512.56 Insurance Compensation, Traffic Light, Town Beach 500. Town Trustees, Traffic Officers and Constable expenses 4,483. Police Telephone 110.30 Repairs and supplies for traffic light 100. Fees to Physicians 27.75 Maintenance of Town Beach 200. Life Guard 70. State Retirement System 1,637.31 Association of Towns, Membership fee 43. Principal, certificate of indebtedness 2,000 212 Shade Tree Fund 200. Heat, Light, Town Clerks office 391.30 Advertising Fund 500. Estimated Receipts: Mortgage Tax 1,500. Income Tax 12,000. Franchise Tax 2,500. Beverage Tax 17,000. Tax Penalties 2,002.37 Licenses (dog) 849.67 Licenses 210. Fines & Fees 863.45 Concession at Town Beach 150. Rent and Storage 120. Special Districts: Orient Fire 2,500. Orient Light 1,306.44 Orient Mosquito 1,200. East Marion Fire 1,000. East Marion Light 1,260. Fishers Island Light 1,599.66 Southold Fire 15,939.66 Southold Light 2,273.16 Southold Park 2,000. Peconic Light 1,700.04 Cutchogue Fire 7,447. Cutchogue Light 2560.08 Mattituck Fire 7,000. Mattituck Light 3,320.16 Mattituck Boulevard Light 580.08 School Districts: No. 2 Orient 10,100. No. 3 East Marion 5,491. No. 4 Fishers Island 32,063.72 No. 5 Southold 38,500. No. 6 Southold 3,374.96 No. 7 Peconic 14,000. 213 No. 8 Cutchogue 7,825. No. 9 Mattituck 31,699.20 No. 10 Greenport 72,897.49 No. 11 Laurel 4680.98 No. 12 Cutchogue 15,625.06 No. 14 Mattituck 7,500. No. 15 New Suffolk 4,076. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 4:30 pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 214 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, October 15, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 pm with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. The Town Board accepted a small addition on Beach Road, north east of the Greenport Village line, said parcel donated by Herbert and Inez Fordham. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Reeve; Resolved: That Averill S. Ketcham be and hereby is appointed Special Constable without additional compensation to serve at the pleasure of the Board. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry Resolved: That three extra police be placed on duty on Saturday night, October 30 to protect the public against property damage; and all regular officers be required to be on duty that night; special officers to be required to work from 6pm until 3am; compensation to be fixed at $5.00 for the day’s work. Unanimously adopted. The meeting was adjourned at 2:30 pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 215 A Special Budget meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of the Town Clerk, Southold, on October 19, 1937. The town Clerk read a call of the meeting and certified that the advertisement of the Budget Hearing had appeared in the papers of the Town as required by law. Supervisor Horton formally declared the hearing open at 1:35 pm. No tax payers appearing to discuss any of the items in the budget, the hearing was formally declared closed at 1:45pm. Mr. AH Vail of the Long Island Lighting Company appeared before the Board and presented a plan designed to light economically the new Jockey Creek Bridge. Mr. Peters of Mattituck spoke on the same subject, estimating the installation to cost not more than $45. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Superintendent Price and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That Mr. Peters be authorized to install the lights according to the plan suggested. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Klipp Resolved: That the Annual Budget Estimate be formally adopted as the budget for the ensuing year as follows: 216 Town Budget for 1938 Highway Fund, item 1 60,393.33 For the repair and improvement of Town highways, including sluices, culverts and bridges having a span of less than five feet Machinery Fund 17,789.22 For the purchase and repair of machinery, tools and implements Misc. Fund 23,706.77 101, 889.32 For Snow Removal, for weeds, brush and other purposes For salary & expenses of Town Supt of Highways and Deputy, if any For other misc. purposes Highway bond and Interest 6,362.97 Public Libraries 5,000.00 Memorial Day Observances 200.00 Public Welfare 21,800.00 General Fund, Fixed Salaries: Supervisor 4,000. Town Clerk 2,000. Justice of Peace (5) 5,000. Assessors (6) 6,000. Receiver of Taxes 1,500. Attendance Officer 750. Traffic Officers 5@$5 per day 9,125. Registrar Vital Statistics 300. Constable Fishers Island 300. Special Night Officer 1,092 Clerk for Supervisor 1,200 $32,467.00 Rent, Supervisors office 420. Rent, other Town Offices 1,200. Advertising & Notices 1,500. Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, Stationary 1,066.50 Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes, Highway Superintendent 1,353.90 Salaries, Clerks for Assessors 603. Expenses, Assessors 700. 217 Assessment Rolls 219. Expenses-Justices of Peace 238.42 Clerks on Tax Rolls 655. Salaries – Clerks for Receiver of Taxes 962.50 Expenses, Receiver of Taxes, Rent, Supplies, Postage 512.56 Insurance Compensation, Traffic Light, Town Beach 500. Town Trustees, Traffic Officers and Constable expenses 4,483. Police Telephone 110.30 Repairs and supplies for traffic light 100. Fees to Physicians 27.75 Maintenance of Town Beach 200. Life Guard 70. State Retirement System 1,637.31 Association of Towns, Membership fee 43. Principal, certificate of indebtedness 2,000 Shade Tree Fund 200. Heat, Light, Town Clerks office 391.30 Advertising Fund 500. Estimated Receipts: Mortgage Tax 1,500. Income Tax 12,000. Franchise Tax 2,500. Beverage Tax 17,000. Tax Penalties 2,002.37 Licenses (dog) 849.67 Licenses 210. Fines & Fees 863.45 Concession at Town Beach 150. Rent and Storage 120. Special Districts: Orient Fire 2,500. Orient Light 1,306.44 Orient Mosquito 1,200. East Marion Fire 1,000. East Marion Light 1,260. Fishers Island Light 1,599.66 218 Southold Fire 15,939.66 Southold Light 2,273.16 Southold Park 2,000. Peconic Light 1,700.04 Cutchogue Fire 7,447. Cutchogue Light 2560.08 Mattituck Fire 7,000. Mattituck Light 3,320.16 Mattituck Boulevard Light 580.08 School Districts: No. 2 Orient 10,100. No. 3 East Marion 5,491. No. 4 Fishers Island 32,063.72 No. 5 Southold 38,500. No. 6 Southold 3,374.96 No. 7 Peconic 14,000. No. 8 Cutchogue 7,825. No. 9 Mattituck 31,699.20 No. 10 Greenport 72,897.49 No. 11 Laurel 4680.98 No. 12 Cutchogue 15,625.06 No. 14 Mattituck 7,500. No. 15 New Suffolk 4,076. The meeting was adjourned at 2:30 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 219 Meeting of Nov. 19, 1937 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Klipp, Resolved: That the Town Clerk be authorized to inform the County Treasurer that Everett H. Vail, former Receiver of Taxes, has discharged all of his financial obligations as Receiver of Taxes for the Tax year 1936-1937. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Supt. Price; seconded by Justice Klipp. Whereas, the Superintendent of Highways has proceeded with his 1937-1938 road oiling program, as authorized by this Board on September 17, 1937; and Whereas the 1937-1938 Town Budget has been formally adopted; Be it Resolved: That pursuant to Section 117, Article 8 (as amended) the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to borrow the sum of $8000. On the credit of Southold Town and to issue certificate of indebtedness therefor, in anticipation of the 1937-1938 Highway levy to pay for materials and labor for said oiling. Unanimously adopted. 220 Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp- Resolved: That the Superintendent of Highways be authorized to purchase one car load of snow fence for the use of the Town. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry- Resolved: That the Supervisor be authorized to borrow $6000. Pm the credit of Southold Town and to issue certificate of indebtedness therefor, pursuant to Chapter 798 of the Laws of 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto, to raise funds for work relief in the Town of Southold. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 3:50 Russell L. Davison Town Clerk Minutes read and approved Dec. 17, 1937 Minutes of Nov. 19, 1937 meeting inserted after those of Dec. 7. See page 226. 221 Meeting of November 30, 1937 A special meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton on Tuesday, November 30, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm with the following in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Hawkins, Terry and Reeve; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. A communication was read from William B. Codling, stating that the turn-around at the extreme end of Mill Lane, Peconic, encroached deeply upon lots 1 and 2, Peconic Shores. He suggested that the Town acquire these lots for use as parking space, or for park purposes. The matter was referred to the Town Superintendent of Highways. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry- Resolved: That Bond No. 29410K of Christopher B. Montgomery, Tax Receiver, as Principal, and the American Surety Company as surety in the sum of $50,000, dated November 27, 1937, for the faithful discharge of his duties as Receiver, and for insurance of the Town of Southold for indemnity against negligence or unlawful acts of said Receiver with tax monies received by him, be and hereby is approved as to form and act sufficiently of surety. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry- Resolved: That all tax monies collected by the Receiver of Taxes shall be deposited to the credit of the Supervisor within 24 hours of the receipt of said monies, pursuant to Section 37 of the Town Law. 222 Further Resolved: That the Town Board hereby designates the First National Bank of Greenport as Depository for all tax monies. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve- Resolved: That the following officials shall be required to furnish bonds for the faithful performance of their duties, pursuant to Section 25 of the Town Law, in the amounts hereinafter set forth: Supervisor $40,000 Town Supt of Highways 2,000 Town Clerk 1,000 Justices (each) 1,000 Tax Receiver 50,000 Clerk of Supervisor 2,000 Said bonds for their respective terms of office to be approved by the Town Board as to form and as to sufficiency of surety. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 3:20pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk Minutes approved Dec. 17, 1937 223 Meeting of December 7, 1937 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton on th Tuesday, December 7. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 2pm. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp- Resolved: That the Supervisor be authorized to borrow $2500 on the credit of Southold Town and to issue certificate of indebtedness therefor, pursuant to Chapter 798 of the Laws of 1931 and the acts amendatory thereto, to raise funds for Relief in the Town of Southold. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp- Resolved: That Harvey Rhodes of Greenport; August Armbrust of Mattituck; Charles T. Gordon of Southold; and of Fishers Island be and hereby are appointed Dog Enumerators for the ensuing year. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. The bond of Justice Harry Terry for $1,000 was approved by the Board. Adjournment was at 3:55 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Minutes approved Dec. 17, 1937 224 Minutes of December 17, 1937 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, December 17, 1937. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry and Hawkins; Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Counsel Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:30. The minutes of the past two meetings were read and approved. In accordance with the bond requirements established by the Board by Resolution on November 30, bonds of the following officials were approved: Town Supt. Of Highways $2,000 Supervisor 40,000 Justice Norman Klipp 1,000 Town Clerk Davison 1,000 Lewis W. Korn of Southold, claiming that the change in the course of the road leading to the western side of the new Jockey Creek Bridge had resulted in loss of property owned by him, the Supervisor presented a sketch of the road, showing the course of the old highway, and the course of the changed lines. The sketch of the Town Engineer shows that Mr. Korn has lost a small triangular piece of ground but apparently no water frontage thereby as he appears to believe is the case. After considerable discussion, on motion, by Superintendent of Highways Price, which was seconded by Justice Terry and on roll call unanimously adopted, Justice Hawkins and Town Clerk Davison were named a committee to confer with Mr. Korn on the matter. 225 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry; and on roll call unanimously adopted: Whereas, the formation of the eastern portion of Long Island, with present highway facilities, practically isolates the Towns which occupy the North and South Forks; and, Whereas, the proposed Loop Bridges will constitute a long needed and valuable link between these towns; and Whereas, much legitimate business and commercial intercourse between these eastern towns is lost, owning to lack of adequate highway links; and Whereas, the constantly growing tourist travel is discouraged from enjoying the attractions of the eastern towns by lack of such connecting links; and Whereas, surveys of the present traffic both business and pleasure, made by competent agencies, show that said links are necessary and would be used by such numbers that bridges built for the purpose would become self-liquidating projects; and Whereas, the rapid growth of the eastern towns with their State Parks and constantly developing summer colonies demands much more ample traffic facilities that now exist; Therefore Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board urgently requests that steps be taken to secure legislation which will permit the Shelter Island Bridges and the Smith’s Point Bridge to be constructed at once. That said structures may be 226 In readiness for the great influx of visitors which will be attracted to Long Island by the World’s Fair. Be It Further Resolved: That it is the sentiment of this Board that the State Highway Commission be urged to take immediate steps also to prepare adequate highway connections between the main arteries of travel through the Island and the proposed bridgeheads. The meeting adjourned at 3:45 R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Meeting of November 19, 1937 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor Horton at Greenport on Friday, November 19, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 pm, with the following Present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install one additional light on Mattituck Boulevard, and one additional light on East Legion Avenue; both in Mattituck District No. 1. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Receiver of Taxes 227 Be bonded in the amount of $50,000 by a surety company of recognized standing, authorized to do business in the State of New York. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Klipp- Resolved: That the Receiver of Taxes be hereby authorized to employ two clerks to assist him from December 1, 1937 until January 10, 1938; said clerks to be paid at the rate of $5. Per working day. Unanimously adopted The Board canvassed the vote cast in the General Election, informally reporting the following results: Total vote for Supervisor, 4,374 S.W. Horton (R) 2689; Leroy S. Reeve (D) 1477; Blank 208 Total vote for Town Clerk, 4,374 Herbert W. Rackett (D) 1509; R.L. Davison (R) 2495; Blank 370 Total vote for Supt. Of Highways, 4,374 Frank M. Strasser (D) 1181; Harold D. Price (R) 2879; Blank 314 Total vote for Receiver of Taxes, 4,374 C.J. Montgomery (D) 2189; Otis Burk (R) 1798; Blank 387 Total vote for Justice of the Peace (2) Frank C Brainard (D) 1342; Saunders Newell (D) 1280 Harry Terry (R) 2578; Norman Klipp (R) 2756; Blank 812 Total vote for Justice of the Peace for Fishers Island 4374 Radford C. Shanklin (D) 1321; Radford C Shanklin (R) 2500; Blank 583 Total vote for Assessor 26,244 Percy G Douglas (D) 1376; S. Brown Tabor (R) 2553 James F. Gagen (D) 1525; A. Halsey Brown (R) 2426 August Anderson (D) 1343; Kenneth Monsell (R) 2601 Earl P. Hagerman (D) 1335; Daniel H. Horton (R) 2558 228 Alfred Davids 1335; Ernest Morrell 2549 John F. McNulty 1371; Walter C. Grabie 2491; Blank 2781 Total vote for Town Trustee 21,870 Fred Tabor (D) 1337; (R) 2509 – 3846 Stewart Horton (D) 1332; (R) 2551 – 3883 Nathan Davis (D) 1318; (R) 2513 – 3831 Charles McNulty (D) 1354; (R) 2499 – 3824; Blank 2627 Total vote for School Director 4374 Harry W. Sweet (D) 1325 (R) 2500 Blank 549 The vote on the Town Proposition to raise $5000 per year for the year 1938 and the year 1939 for the support of the Public Libraries of Southold Town was: Total vote 3830 Yes 596; No 262; Blank 2972 Minutes read and approved. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Meeting of December 28, 1937 - Special A special meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of the Town Clerk on Tuesday, December 28, 1937. The meeting was called to order at 1:45, with the following in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Supt. Of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Mayor Ansel V. Young of Greenport Village accompanied by the members of the Greenport Village Board, appeared before the Southold Town Board and 229 Requested that the Town Board turn over to the Village certain equipment which the Town had purchased for use on the WPA projects of the Town. After the Board had listened to the request of the Village officials, the Supervisor asked Town Attorney Terry for an opinion on the matter. The burden of the opinion was that the Town Board, as Custodians of Town Property, could not legally loan nor give away property of the Town. Following a discussion in which it appeared that the Board wished to do all in its power to assist the Village Board to start work on the proposed municipal sewer and disposal plant, the following Resolution was offered by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Terry and adopted on roll call with four affirmation votes, Justice Klipp voting in the negative; Whereas, the Village of Greenport is initiating a WPA project, building a municipal sewage and disposal plant; and Whereas, The Officials of said Village of Greenport request the assistance of the Town of Southold in the matter of certain equipment; namely, 50 shovels, 25 mattocks, 25 picks, 1 tool wagon and 4 used trucks All of the above equipment owned by the Town of Southold; and Whereas, The Town Board of the Town of Southold has no legal right to loan said equipment to said Village of Greenport; and Whereas, The Town Board of the Town of Southold wishes to render all possible assistance to said Village of Greenport; and Whereas, said equipment will not be used by said Town of Southold during the 230 Period of construction of said sewer; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Town of Southold sell to the Village of Greenport said equipment at a fair appraisal value, such value to be arrived at by a representative to be selected by the Town Board, and another representative to be named by the Village Board. Further Resolved: That, inasmuch as the Village of Greenport has paid in taxes approximately one-seventh of the monies raised in the General Fund, out of which said equipment was purchased, one-seventh of the appraised value be deducted from the selling price. Superintendent of Highways Price was named by the Board to pick a representative for the Town in the above matter. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Resolved: That George G. Terry be and hereby is appointed Town Attorney at a salary of $1200 per year, to serve at the pleasure of the Board. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve Resolved: That Russell L. Davison be and hereby is appointed Registrar of Vital Statistics for the ensuing term at a salary of $250 per year. Unanimously adopted. The Board examined the Civil, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Hawkins and on motion duly made, seconded and adopted were approved, Justice Hawkins not participating. The Board then examined the Civil, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Norman Klipp for the year 1937 and declared them duly approved, Justice Klipp not participating. 231 The Board examined the Civil, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Harry Terry, and duly approved them, Justice Terry not Participating. The Board audited the books of Highway Superintendent Harold D. Price and duly approved the same. The Board examined the Civil, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice William B. Reeve and duly approved the same, Justice Reeve not voting. The report of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton were examined by the Board and the same were duly approved, Supervisor Horton not participating. The Annual report of Town Clerk Russell L. Davison was audited by the Board and duly approved. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That Otto Anrig, Henry King, Patrick J. Kelly, Antone Chituck and George Wetmore be and hereby are approved constables for the Town of Southold, said officers to be paid at the rate of $5 per day with a mileage allowance of $2 per day, to serve at the pleasure of the Board. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp Resolved: That Harrington Wickham, Asevill Ketcham, Egbert Brown and Jesse Brooks, be and hereby are appointed Special Constables under the same terms and conditions as they have been severally working, to serve at the pleasure of the Board. Unanimously adopted. 232 Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Reeve Resolved: That Howard Overton be and hereby is appointed Special Constable for duty at the East Cutchogue School, to serve at the pleasure of the Board. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins Resolved: That A J Gada be and hereby is appointed Special Constable for Fishers Island to serve at the pleasure of the Board. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp Resolved: That Herbert Goldsmith, Martin Litter and Chauncey Reeve be and hereby are appointed Special Constables, without pay, to serve at the pleasure of the Board. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Reeve Resolved: That Ella L. Phillips be and hereby is appointed clerk to the Supervisor at a salary of $1200 per year, to serve at the pleasure of the Board. Unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 6pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 233 Meeting of January 4, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, January 4, 1938, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve & Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized under Section 142 of the Highway Law to purchase from the Long Island Produce and Fertilizer company, with the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways one International D50 Three to Five Ton Dump Truck for a total price of Three Thousand Two Hundred Dollars. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: th Resolved: That all appointments made at the December 28 meeting be and hereby are confirmed. Unanimously adopted. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to the Board of Assessors and to inform the members of that Board that many items of expense regularly entered by them were of questionable legality; and to inform them that travel expense, while they were actually out viewing property; while expenses incurred in travelling from their several homes to the Assessor’s Office and similar expenses would not be approved by the Board. Mr. Cedric Wickham of Mattituck appeared before the Board and requested permission of the Board to build a causeway 234 Through property owned by him at South Harbor, Southold, said causeway to be on a Right of Way acquired by the Town. He also requested permission to construct a footbridge across a narrow arm of the inlet there to give access to the beach at that point. As other property owners there might feel that their rights and interests were curtailed by such bridge the Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Wickham and to request that he secure permission from owners of adjacent property, or assurance from them that they had no objections to such bridge. The Town Clerk was instructed to inform Mr. Wickham that the Board st would hold its next meeting on January 21 and that if Mr. Wickham succeeded in securing such assurances before that date, the Board would visit the property prior to the meeting and attempt to act on his request at that time. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized to turn over to the authorities of the Village of Greenport the following equipment at the prices stated: Value Discount Net 1 1929 Dodge Dump Truck $100 14.28 85.72 1 1930 Dodge Flat Body Truck 100 14.29 85.71 1 1935 Dodge Dump Truck 400 57.14 342.86 1 1935 Dodge Dump Truck 400 57.15 342.85 1 Tool Wagon 350 50.00 300.00 Said equipment, which has been used on Relief Projects, to be paid for at the Net prices stated above as agreed upon between said Village of Greenport and the Southold Town Board. Unanimously adopted 235 The Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. L. W. Korn of Southold, relative to his claim against the Town for property taken when the road leading to the west side of the Jockey Creek Bridge was changed. The Clerk was instructed to tell Mr. Korn that the Town Board had carefully studied his claim and had also studied with care a sketch of the change which had been prepared for the Board by the Town Engineer. Since the Town Board cannot understand Mr. Korn’s claim that he lost thereby some seven feet, more or less, of water frontage, the clerk was instructed to request Mr. Korn to have his own registered engineer to prepare a sketch of the change from the Town Records so that the claim might be settled. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve; Resolved: That The Long Island Traveler be and hereby is designated to publish the Annual Financial Report of the Supervisor. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins; and on roll call unanimously adopted. Resolved: That, pursuant to the provisions of Paragraph 1, Section 64, of the Town Law, as amended by Chapter 675 of the Laws of 1934, the Supervisor shall deposit Town Monies of the Town of Southold in the following banks: The First National Bank of Greenport The Peoples National Bank of Greenport The Bank of Southold The First National Bank of Cutchogue The Mattituck National Bank & Trust Company 236 Minutes of January 21, 1938 Be it Further Resolved: That each Depository above designated shall be required to post as security for Town Monies with them deposited collateral to the amount of 100%, less the $5,000 which is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and that said collateral shall consist of the bonds or certificates of the United States of America, the State of New York, or of any County, Town, City or Village, or School District of the State of New York, and such security shall be deposited under such conditions as shall be agreed upon between the Supervisor and each of the said Depositories. The Meeting Adjourned at 4:15pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 237 Meeting of January 21, 1938 The Regular meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of st Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, January 21. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 pm, with the following in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Attorney Krupski, representing Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. Mr. Cedric Wickham of Mattituck was present at the meeting and discussed at length with the Board matters concerning the development of his property at South Harbor. The Board agreed to take his requests under advisement. The matters will be considered later, after certain aspects of his suggestions are considered by the Board of Town Trustees. A letter from Mr. John D. Hallock, whose wife owns property adjoining Mr. Wickham’s “Laughing Waters”, was read, and the Town Clerk was ordered to send the letter to the Town Trustees, as it might have considerable bearing upon their decisions. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Receiver of Taxes be authorized to retain one clerk until th February 15, or as much of that time as the services of said clerk are required. Unanimously adopted. A communication was read from L. W. Korn relative to his claim that the Town has taken water frontage to change the course of the road. 238 West of the new Jockey Creek Bridge. The Town agrees that it has taken a small triangular piece of Mr. Korn’s property, but fails to recognize Mr. Korn’s contention that it took creek frontage. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Korn and to inform him of the Board’s point of view in the matter, and to suggest that they take it up with him when he returns from Florida in the Spring. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That Joseph Walters of Southold be and hereby is appointed Special Constable to serve without pay and at the pleasure of the Board. Unanimously adopted. A communication was read from the Executive Department of the Division of State Planning, in which that bureau pointed out some of the benefits of the planned development of Town resources. The Town Clerk was instructed to write for further information. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized to purchase, under Section 142 of the Highway Law, from George Malvese & Co., with the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways, one Cletrac Model C J Tractor with Angle Dozer, at a total cost of $3790. Unanimously adopted. 239 Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That Justice Hawkins be and hereby is authorized to purchase twelve (12) chairs at a price of 75 cents each, said chairs for the upper room in the Town Clerk’s Office for trials and other gatherings. Unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned 4:45. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Minutes approved Feb. 1, 1938 Southold Town Board Meeting of February 1, 1938 The Southold Town Board held its monthly audit meeting at the office of st Supervisor Horton, at Greenport on Tuesday, February 1. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm, and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. 240 Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That J. Benedict Roache of New Suffolk be and hereby is appointed Special Constable to serve without pay and at the pleasure of the Board. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That The Town Clerk be instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install one additional light on East Legion Avenue, in Mattituck Lighting District No 1. Unanimously adopted. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Cedric Wickham of Mattituck and to inform him that he was enclosing a copy of an opinion prepared by the Town Attorney, presenting the acceptance by the Town of any road of less than three rod’s width. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. The meeting was adjourned at Four O’clock pm. Russell L. Davison Town Clerk Minutes approved Feb. 18. 241 Annual Meeting, Southold Park District. The annual meeting of the Southold Park District was held at the Office of the Southold Town Clerk on Tuesday, February 8, 1938 at 8pm. Town Clerk Davison read the call of the meeting and certified that the meeting had been duly advertised, as required by law. He asked those present to select a chairman for the meeting, and Nat. E. Booth was duly chosen. The Chairman appointed Dr. Paul L. Diefenbacher and Frank Young to act as Tellers. They were sworn by the Town Clerk. The name of L. W. Korn was put in nomination for the Office of Commissioner to succeed himself. The budget prepared by the Commissioners requested a levy of $2000 for the retirement of one bond, and for the maintenance of the District properties. The following resident taxpayers of the District cast ballots on the two questions: Paul L. Diefenbacher, J. Leo Thompson, R.L. Davison, Charles Gagen, Frank Young, Mrs. L. W. Korn, Chas. Gordon, Christopher L Luehl, Henry F, Van Wyck, Nat. E. Booth, Albert Albertson, Rev. & Mrs. D. H. Howell. When the ballots had been duly closed, the Tellers examined the ballot, they found 13 votes cast for Commissioner, all for Mr. Korn. Eleven votes were cast on the budget, all affirmative, the Chairman declared Mr. Korn elected, and the budget adopted. The meeting was adjourned at 9:10pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 242 Meeting of February 18, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, February 18, 1938, with the following in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison; The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Following a discussion concerning the Old Records of the Town, the Clerk was instructed to write to one of our Long Island Historians, courteously requesting the return of a missing page in Liber A which said historian is reputed to have in his collection. The Board discussed at length the matter of old cemeteries in the Town, and particularly the so called “Old Cemetery” located in Orient. Justice Terry stated that he is in possession of certain old records relating to ownership of lots in that cemetery. He agreed to secure for the Board any information available regarding the site, so that the Board may take steps, if it seems advisable to restore the cemetery as an historic spot. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized to purchase under Section 142 of the Highway Law from George Malvese & Co., with the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways, one Special Adams Model 20 Motor Grader # 280, with 243 Silver King Power Plant #2185, for a total price of $2,700. On roll call unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve, seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That Supervisor Horton be authorized to represent Southold Town at the Annual Meeting of the Association of New York Towns, to be held at Albany, February 23, 24, and 25. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry, seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to write to Mr. William C. Adams, of the Conservation Commission and inquire concerning the possibility of securing the payment of a bounty on starfish as a protection to shellfish in local waters. The meeting was adjourned at 4:55pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 244 Meeting of March 1, 1938 The regular monthly audit meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, March 1, 1938. The meeting was called to order at 1:45pm, with the following Board members in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Matters pertaining to the shellfish industry in local waters were discussed at great length and the Supervisor announced that a Shellfish Committee had been appointed by the Board of Supervisors to make a study of the problems which have been causing friction between the independent baymen and the oyster companies. He stated that an effort will doubtless be made to re-survey the beds allotted to the several companies, so that ranges can be established and correct maps of the territory prepared. Highway Superintendent Price presented his proposals for the expenditures of Town Highway moneys, and the agreement was signed by the members of the Board. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install on additional light in Mattituck District No. 1 on Factory Avenue, just north of the railroad crossing. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 4:25pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 245 Meeting of March 18, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, March 18, 1938, with the following in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:40pm. Leroy Reeves of Mattituck appeared before the Board and protested against the erection of refreshment shacks along the highways. He stated that these shacks which generally house fly-by-night businesses detract greatly from the neat and orderly appearance of the Town, and he thought some steps ought to be taken to restrict such building. He was informed that the Board heartily agreed with him in the matter and that the only way this sort of building could be regulated or restricted was by the adoption of zoning and planning. This the Board hesitated to go into, unless there is a real demand for it on the part of the people of the Town. Dr. S. B. Fischer, a veterinarian of Southold appeared before the Board and urged that the Town take measure to care for lost and strayed dogs. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the necessary permits be signed by the Board to permit the North Fork Water Company to extend its mains along the easterly side of Peconic Lane, and to lay service pipes to houses on the westerly side of said Lane. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized under Section 142 and 266 of the Highway Law, with the consent of the County Superintendent of Highways, to purchase one second-hand Adams Grader 246 At a total cost of $2,100. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins. Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to pay Gerard Husselgren the sum of $25.00 weekly from the surplus fund for four weeks for publicity work for the Town of Southold. Unanimously adopted. Application was made to the Town Board to have the Town accept and work Aquaview Avenue, Cedar Drive, and Southern Boulevard, roads in the development known as Sunset Shores in the village of East Marion. Said roads have been viewed by the Board and the petition will be acted upon when the necessary papers are presented to the Board. The matter of furnishing crossing protection to the several school districts was discussed at length by the Board. It was pointed out that the present method was unsatisfactory in several ways. First, protection is given some school districts and not in others. Second, as the Town Police is at present constituted, the police cannot give the same protection to all, and the present plan results in a hardship to some of the districts. Third, when the regular officers are on such duty, they cannot attend to their regular police duties. Fourth, anyone who is interested in breaking the law knows just where the police are during school hours. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to prepare a letter to send to the several School Boards, urging that each of the districts furnish 247 Its own crossing protection for the children in its district after January 1, 1939. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 4:00 PM Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 248 April 5, 1938 Meeting of the Southold Town Board The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, April 5, 1938. The meeting was called to order at 1:45pm with the following in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. stth The minutes of the March 1 meeting, and the minutes of the March 18 meeting were read and duly approved. A communication was read from Mrs. Basil D’Emo, who owns a summer cottage on Nassau Point, in which she complains of the disturbance caused by an adjacent children’s camp. A letter was read from the Griswold-Terry-Glover Post of the American Legion, Southold, asking for the cooperation of the Town in displaying flags on patriotic holidays. They asked particularly that a flag be displayed at the Town Clerk’s Office on such days. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is instructed to purchase a proper flag to display outside the Town Clerk’s Office on holidays. Unanimously adopted. A letter was read from Mr. William Wickham complaining about the depredations of stray dogs in the neighborhood of the residence of his mother. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town of Southold rent to the Village 249 Of Greenport one 2-bag cement mixer at the rate of $5.00 per day; that being the rate allowed by the WPA authorities for the use of such machines; Further Resolved: That one-seventh of the total amount of the rental be remitted, as the proportionate share which the said Village of Greenport has contributed to the funds out of which the equipment was purchased. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine Claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 4:30pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk Minutes approved April 15, 1938 250 Meeting of April 15, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, April 15, 1938. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 PM, with the following members of the Board in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and duly approved. Following announcement of the sudden death of former Supervisor John Hoffman, the following Resolution was offered by Justice Reeve and seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, God, in his infinite mercy, has taken from this life John Hoffman; and Whereas, John Hoffman was for many years a valued and public spirited citizen of our Town; and Whereas, He had served in public life in Southold Town and in Suffolk County with honor to himself and to his Town; and Whereas, He had served Southold Town with distinction in the arduous office of Supervisor; Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board deeply deplores the loss of this esteemed citizen and friend and extends its sincere sympathy to the members of his bereaved family. Further Resolved: That a telegram expressive of such sympathy be immediately dispatched to the widow of our deceased former Supervisor. Further Resolved: That this expression of esteem for former Supervisor John Hoffman be spread upon the permanent records of the Town of Southold. The resolution was unanimously adopted by a rising vote. 251 th On March 11 of the current year, bandits held up the Mattituck National Bank & Trust Company of Mattituck in this township, escaping with a large sum of money. Excellent and timely work by the Southold Town Police resulted in arrests of certain of the bandits almost immediately, and paved the way for the speedy solution of the robbery and the apprehension of all the others concerned. The following letter, from the officials of the Mattituck Bank & Trust Company was read before the Board and the Town Clerk was ordered to spread the letter upon the minutes of the meeting: “ The Mattituck National Bank & Trust Co., Mattituck, NY April 12, 1938 Southold Town Board, Greenport, New York Gentlemen: The Directors and personnel of this institution would like to bring to the attention of the members of the Southold Town Board the fine work of the Southold Town th Police in connection with the hold-up of this Bank on March 11. It was to a large extent due to the quick work of Officers Chituk, Wetmore and Wickham, under the supervision of Chief Anrig, that the local accomplices were apprehended and the way opened for further arrests. The New York State Police and the law enforcement agencies of Suffolk county have advised us that the immediate action of our local officers was most important in the successful solution of the crime. We feel very proud and appreciative of our local officers efforts, and particularly Chief Anrig, who was not only willing to take any respon- 252 sibility to bring the criminal to justice, but worked steadily on the case without thought of sleep or glory, but only to see that the people of Southold Town were protected to the limit of his ability. With the kindest personal regards, I am Sincerely yours, Henry L. Fleet. Cashier.” The following Resolution on the matter was offered by Justice Klipp, seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted: Whereas, Following the robbery of the Mattituck National Bank & Trust company, th perpetrated by a group of bandits on March 11, of this year, the Southold Town Police, under Chief Otto L. Anrig, by prompt and effective work, brought about a speedy solution of the case and secured the immediate arrest of certain of the malefactors, which in turn, led to the arrest of all concerned in the deed. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board commend the Southold Town Police on the faithful and conscientious performance of their duties at all times, and especially upon this occasion. Further, Resolved: That the Chief, Otto L. Anrig, and his officers be commended upon the devotion to duty, and upon the fine spirit of cooperation amongst the members of the Force, which produce the fine service rendered by this group, and which this particular accomplishment only serves to bring to public notice. Further Resolved: That a copy of this Resolution be sent to each of the papers in Southold Town; that a copy thereof be sent to Chief Otto L. Anrig; and that a copy thereof be sent to each of the members of the Southold Town Police. 253 Moved by Justice Terry, seconded by Justice Hawkins, and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That the May Audit Meeting of the Southold Town Board be deferred rdth from May 3 to May 10. The meeting adjourned at 2:10PM Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 254 Meeting of May 10, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, May 10, 1938, with the following members of the Board in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. A license to peddle within the limits of the Town, excepting the Incorporated Village of Greenport, was issued to the Main Street Bakery of Patchogue for one year from date. A letter was read from the Central Bakery of Riverhead, asking for a rebate of part of the license fee paid by them for the privilege of peddling in Southold Town, they having opened a branch store in Greenport. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is empowered to refund $50 to the Central Bakery, as the refund due them from their license fee. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to lay gas pipes to the house on the Town Beach at a total cost of $48.69. Unanimously adopted. The Town Clerk was further instructed to write to the Long Island Lighting Company to inquire why the additional light on Factory Avenue, Mattituck st Lighting District No. 1, ordered at the March 1, meeting of the Board, had not been installed. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Town Clerk order the Long Island Lighting Company to install one additional 250 c.p. light west of the new Fire House on Main Street, Southold; and also to order the company to change the light now on the east of said Fire House to one of 255 equal power. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That, beginning with the first of June and extending through September, one meeting of the Town Board be held monthly, said meeting to be held on the first Tuesday in each month. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to consider claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 3:55 pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk Approved May 20, 1938 256 Meeting of May 20, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton on Friday, May 20, 1938, with the following in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:45 pm, and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Justice Klipp was named a committee of one to get figures on the cost of building a float for use at the Town Beach at Arshamomaque. The Town Attorney was directed to make a study of the feasibility of adopting a Town ordinance to regulate visiting circus and carnival troupes and to report at the next meeting of the Board. The necessary papers were presented to the Board for its consideration regarding the Town’s taking over roads in the development known as “Sunset Shores” at East Marion; also roads on the Estate of George H. Fleet, Cutchogue; and “Laughing Waters”, Southold. The Roads at “Shore Acres” and at “Laughing Waters” having been viewed, the papers were signed by members present, and were held pending securing the receipt of the signatures of the other members. The Board discussed at length several matters of importance to the Town but deferred action until later. Adjournment was at 3:40pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 257 Meeting of June 7, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, June 7, 1938. The meeting was called to order at 1:45pm, with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and duly approved. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to purchase five (5) copies of Bender’s “Justice’s Manual”, for the use of the Justices of the Town. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be authorized to publish the Town Ordinance concerning the sale and use of fireworks in the Town; said notice to be published thst in the three papers of the Town from June 9 until July 1. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; and seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Town Board hereby authorizes the purchase of suitable lifelines, with proper anchorage and floats, for use at the Town Beach at Arshamomaque. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; and seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town Board hereby authorize the construction of a float for the Town Beach at Arshamomaque. Unanimously adopted. 258 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That Justice Klipp be and hereby is named a committee of one to secure bids for and to order and supervise the construction and installation of the float and lifelines above authorized. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Town Attorney be authorized to defend the Town in the action brought by Edith Price to contest the Town Ordinance regulating peddling. Further Resolved: That the Town Attorney be authorized to secure such legal assistance as may be necessary for the proper defense of the Town in the above action. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 5:30 Russell L. Davison Town Clerk App. July 5, 1958 259 Meeting of July 5, 1938 The Southold Town Board held its regular monthly meeting at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, July 5, 1938. The meeting was called to order at 1:45pm with the following in attendance: Supervisor Horton: Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. A communication was read from a group of property owners at Fleet’s Neck, requesting five additional street lights at specified places. The communication was accompanied by a petition bearing the names of several property owners. After due consideration, the Board instructed the Town Clerk to request the Long Island Lighting Company to make a survey of the location and to report on the number of lights needed to light the area, the matter was laid on the table pending the receipt of this information. A communication was read from the Griswold-Terry-Glover Post, No. 803, of the American Legion, requesting that the Town Board adopt an ordinance forbidding the holding of “unauthorized parades”. On the advice of the Town Attorney, the matter was laid on the table until the proposal could be scrutinized from a legal point of view. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to the Post and to inform them that the matter was being studied, and that , when this examination of the matter was completed, they would be notified of such action as the Town Board might take. 260 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to purchase one copy of “Bender’s Manual for Town Officials” at a price of $25. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, Sec. 640 of the Education Law, Subdivision A-2, requires that the Town Board recommend the appointment of an Attendance Officer; and Whereas, Frank Dawson, the present incumbent, has performed the duties of his office in such a way at to earn the commendation of all concerned: Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board recommend that Frank Dawson be re-appointed to the position of Attendance Officer for the ensuing term, at a salary of $750. Per year, he to pay his own travel expense. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That Waitman Wilson of Greenport be and hereby is appointed Life Guard, to serve at the Town Beach at Arshamomaque during the months of July and August at a salary of $10. Per week. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Supervisor, as the Board’s Committee on Police, confer with Police Chief Anrig and arrange to have one of the regular Officers on duty at the Police Booth during the day shifts. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized to purchase, under Section 142 of the Highway Law, from the Island Asphalt Company, with the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways, one Bitumious 261 Oil Distributor complete, for a total price of Five Thousand Dollars ($5000.) F.O.B., Peconic. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve, Resolved: That the Chief of Police be and hereby is authorized to have forms printed for the use of the police in reporting automobile accidents. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Supt. Price; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That The Town Clerk was instructed to write to LeRoy S. Reeve, as administrator of the Estate of George H. Fleet, and to request him to have certain roads, which the Town has been asked to take over, put into proper shape to work, so that the Town Board may take final action on them. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 5pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 262 Meeting of August 2, 1938 The Southold Town Board held its monthly meeting at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, August 2, 1938, with the following members of the Board in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve, and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison; The minutes of the July meeting were read and approved as read. A large delegation of property owners from Reydon Shores, Southold, under the leadership of John Beach, appeared before the Town Board and respectfully urged that the Town Board give them what relief lay in the power of the Board concerning the roads in their section. Mr. Beach read a prepared statement on conditions in that section. Particularly they requested that the Town take over a portion of Reydon Drive, namely that portion which leads from the so-called “North Road”, Bayview, and extending a distance of (blank space) feet to the Reydon Shores development. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the westerly end of Reydon Drive, beginning at the North Road, Bayview and extending to the Reydon Shores development, a total distance of (blank space) feet, be taken over as a public highway and worked by the Town as soon as the necessary papers are received by the Town Clerk. Unanimously adopted. The Town Board also agreed to see 263 That steps were taken to secure an appointment as special Deputy Sheriff for David Whipple, Jr., a resident of that section, as an aid in maintaining the peace. A petition was received from residents of Goose Bay asking that the Town take over and work Cedar Avenue as a public highway. As several members of the Board had viewed said road, and as the road will prove of great benefit to the many residents in that section, and as all necessary papers had been filed with the Board, on motion of Supt. Price, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, and on roll call unanimously adopted. The Board voted to accept said road. Attorney Joseph Krupski addressed the Board, stating that he was the representative of taxpayers of Mattituck, and presenting a petition stated to contain the names of over fifty percent of the resident tax-payers of the territory under consideration and included, and prayed that the Town Board establish a Park District in Mattituck, whose bounds are proposed to be the same as the bounds of the present Mattituck Fire District, to wit: Beginning at the point where the Riverhead-Southold town line touches Long Island Sound, southerly on said line its full length to Peconic Bay, thence easterly along said Bay to the eastern boundary of school district number nine thence northerly along said school district line to the property of the Long Island Railroad, thence northerly on a line bounded on the east by lands of G.B. Tuthill, H.S. Tuthill, Annie Ruthinowski 264 And Anton Bakowski to Long Island Sound, and thence westerly to the point or place of beginning. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That upon completion of the necessary legal steps, and subject to the approval of the Comptroller of the State of New York, the Southold Town Board hereby authorizes the establishment of said Mattituck Park District. Unanimously adopted. A communication was read from L. W. Korn of Southold relative to the settlement of a claim which Mr. Korn has against the Town of Southold for certain property of his which was taken in the course of the alterations made at Jockey Creek. The matter was referred to Town Attorney Terry. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Orient Fire Department be permitted to hold a block party on Main and Orchard Streets, Orient, on the evenings of August 18, 20, 26 and 27. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That one additional light be installed in the Orient Lighting District, east of the Orient Fire House, on a pole already in position at the desired point. Unanimously adopted. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to the Long Island Lighting Company and th to request that the above light be placed before Friday, August 19. 265 Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town contract with the Burroughs Adding Machine Company for service of the Town’s Tax writing machine at the rate of $53.80 per year. Unanimously adopted. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to the State Insurance fund and to notify them that the Town does not wish to include its elected officials in the group covered by Compensation Insurance. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Supervisor and Justice Klipp be named a committee to secure the services of a Special Officer to police Hallock’s Bay at the opening of the escallop season. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. The meeting adjourned at 5:00pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk Approved as read, September 6, 1938 266 Meeting of September 6, 1938 The regular meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of the th Supervisor on Tuesday, September 6, with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, and Reeve; Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:45 PM and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. Supervisor Horton reported that the committee which had been named to secure a Special Officer to patrol the waters of the Town at the opening of the escallop season had named Chauncey Reeve to that position and had instructed him in his duties. Notice of the Annual meeting of the New York State Association of Town Highway Superintendents to be held at the Hotel La Fayette in Buffalo on Sept. 22, 23 and 24 was read. Town Board members are invited to these sessions to hear about the proposals for changes made by the Constitutional Convention. Following discussion of the claim of L.W. Korn, which has been on the table for several months, on motion of Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Reeve, it was Resolved: That the Town settle the claim of Mrs. Caroline Korn for property taken on the Oak Lawn Ave project for $200. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the mid-monthly meeting of the Town Board be held on September 23 at 1:30pm. Unanimously adopted. 267 th It was agreed to hold the Annual Fishers Island meeting on September 12, and the Town Clerk was instructed to make the necessary arrangements for transportation and to write to Justice Radford C. Shanklin and inform him that the Board would make the trip on that day. A letter was read from Judah W. Katz, an attorney, regarding the arrest of his client, one Leonard fisher, of Cutchogue. As a result of his arrest, Fisher was fined $10.00. The letter recited a vague charge that our Town officers had conspired with State Troopers to the detriment of said Fisher. Since some members of the Board were present on the scene of the incident out of which the arrest developed, even before the arrival of the officers or the troopers, and since they were, therefore, familiar with the case and knew the charge to be without foundation, the letter was turned over to the Town Attorney to answer. Moved by Justice Reeve: seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, Residents of the Fleets Neck section of the Cutchogue Lighting District have petitioned this Board to install 5 additional lights; and Whereas, By relocating some of the present lights, the section can be covered by the said 5 additional lights; Be it Resolved: That The Town Clerk was instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install the five (5) new lights 268 According to the plans submitted by said Long Island Lighting Company. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install one (1) additional light on Main Road, Southold, between Oak Lawn Avenue and the monument in Southold Lighting District. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. The meeting adjourned at 4:45pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk Read and approved Sept. 23. 269 Annual Fishers Island Meeting. The Southold Town Board made its annual trip to Fishers Island on Monday, th September 12, leaving Orient Point Dock at 9:30am on the boat “Alma”, Captain Raynor Wickham. After an uneventful sail, the Board reached Fishers Island where the group was met by Justice Shanklin, Harold Baker, Henry Ferguson and Constable A.J. Gada. The Board made its annual inspection trip over the Island, returning to the Mansion House about 2 o’clock, where after an informed discussion of important matters, the party sat down to an excellent dinner. At the conclusion of the dinner the Board was called to order for its regular meeting. Supervisor Horton spoke warmly of the cordiality and the hospitality of the Fishers Island folks, stating that he always enjoyed his associations with all of the people with whom the Town’s affairs brought him into contact on Fishers Island. He particularly thanked Mr. Shanklin and Mr. Ferguson for the excellence of the entertainment accorded the Board. Former Town Clerk J. N. Hallock, who accompanied the Board on the trip, begged leave to “second” all the nice things Mr. Horton had said of the Fishers Island people and he added several appreciative remarks of his own. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Shanklin, Hawkins, and Reeve; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Deputy A.J. (?); Attorney Joseph Krupski, representing Town Attorney 270 Terry; former Town Clerk Hallock; Mr. Henry Ferguson; and Town Clerk Davison. There was considerable discussion of matters of much importance to the people of Fishers Island, especially concerning the proposed Fishers Island Fire District; school matters; relief; WPA projects; and such subjects. A message from the Long Island Lighting Company had been given to the Board by the Town Clerk, stating that the Company would help in the matter of trimming trees, where foliage interfered with street lights. On motion by Justice Shanklin; seconded by Justice Hawkins, it was Resolved: That the Long Island Lighting Company be permitted to trim foliage and branches along street lights so as to improve the illumination of public highways. Unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 4:15 and the party embarked for Orient Point Dock, arriving there about 7pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Read and approved at recorded, Sept. 23, 1938 271 Meeting of September 23, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor Horton at Greenport on Friday, September 23, 1938. Supervisor Horton had been called to attend a special meeting of the Board of Supervisors at Riverhead to deal with the emergency resulting from the hurricane of September 21. In his absence, Justice Harry Terry presided at the meeting of the Town Board. The minutes of the thth September 6 meeting and those of the September 12 meeting were read and approved as read. The Preliminary Budget Estimate for the year 1939 was presented to the Board as follows: Highway Fund $60,393.33 Machinery 17,789.22 Miscell. 23,706.77 $101,889.32 For Snow removal; for Weeds, Brush, Etc; for Salary & Expenses, Town Supt. Of Highways & Deputy, if any; for other misc. purposes; to pay Emergency Certificate of Indebtedness (Hurricane) 10,000.00 Highway Bond and Interest 6152.00 Public Libraries 5,000.00 Memorial Day Observance 200.00 Public Welfare 10,000.00 General Fund, Fixed salaries: Supervisor 4,000.00 Town Clerk 2,000.00 Town Counsel 1,200.00 Justice of Peace (5) 5,000.00 272 Assessors (6) 6,000.00 Receiver of Taxes 1,500.00 Attendance Officer 750.00 Registrar of Vital Statistics 300.00 Constables 12,000.00 Clerk for Supervisor 1,200.00 Clerk for Assessors 1,000.00 Rent for Supervisor 420.00 Rent for other Town Offices 1,200.00 Advertising and Notices 300.00 Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, Stationary, etc 678.60 Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Rec. of Taxes, Town Supt. of Highways 1,000.00 Clerks on Rolls 500.00 Expenses, Assessors 603.00 Assessment Rolls 190.00 Expenses, Justices of Peace 171.75 Town Trustees, Services & Expenses 53.40 Salaries, clerks for Rec. of Taxes 1,000.97 Expense, Rec. of Taxes, Supplies, Postage, etc 400.66 Insurance, Compensation, Traffic Light, Town Beach 500.00 Constables’ Expense 3,822.89 Police Telephone 160.95 Fees & Physicians 28.00 Maint. Of Town Beach 1,000.00 Life Guard 121.70 Doctor’s Services 103.00 State Retirement Systems 909.15 Association of Towns, Membership Fee 43.00 Shade Tree Fund 200.00 Heat, Light, Water, Town Clerk’s office 516.58 Advertising Fund 500.00 80,725.65 182,614.97 273 Estimated Receipts Mortgage Tax $2,500.00 Income Tax 12,324.33 Franchise Tax 2,459.30 Tax Penalties 2,028.11 Licenses (Dog) 928.60 Fines & Fees 1,039.35 Concession at Town Beach 150.00 Bank Tax 704.00 Rent & Storage 50.00 $38,413.48 Special Districts Orient Fire $3,000.00 Orient Light 1,307.32 Orient Mosquito 1,200.00 East Marion Fire 1,000.00 East Marion Light 1,261.49 Fishers Island Light 1,602.88 Southold Fire 12,506.08 Southold Light 2,290.85 Southold Park 2,000.24 Peconic Light 1,699.17 Cutchogue Fire 7,380.00 Cutchogue Light 2,662.44 Mattituck Fire 5,000.00 Mattituck Light #1 3,475.76 Mattituck Light #1 580.49 School Districts #2 Orient $10,350.00 #3 East Marion 5,812.60 #4 Fishers Island 33,943.77 #5 Southold 40,012.00 #6 Southold 3,397.21 #7 Peconic 15,685.00 #8 Cutchogue 7,600.00 #9 Mattituck 32,198.00 #10 Greenport 80,283.24 274 #11 Laurel $ 4,511.30 #12 Cutchogue 15,592.06 #14 Mattituck 7,500.00 #15 New Suffolk 6,194.34 Following a recess, the meeting was adjourned. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved as read. 275 Meeting of October 4, 1938 The regular meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of th Supervisor Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, October 4. The meeting was called to order at 1:45 with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; Attorney Joseph Krupski; and Town Clerk Davison; A petition bearing the names of more than 51% of the resident taxpayers, and representing more than the necessary amount of the assessed valuation of the property proposed to be included, was presented to the Board, praying that the Board establish a Fire District on Fishers Island, said proposed district to be bounded as follows: All that real property on Fishers Island in the Town of Southold, County of Suffolk and State of New York, including the whole of Fishers Island, with the exception of certain parcels which are the property of the United States Government, these tracts being known as “Fort H.G. Wright”, “North Hill” and “Prospect Hill” reservations, and United States Coast Guard Station No. 59 Reservation, all as shown on map accompanying the petition, said territory within the following boundaries: on the east and south, Block Island; on the west, Fort H.G. Wright and Fishers Island Sound. The following resolution was offered by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins; and on roll call duly unanimously adopted: Resolved: That a Public Hearing of the Resident Taxpayers be called at the School Auditorium, Fishers Island, on the petition of residents of said Fishers Island for the establishment of a Fire District; said hearing to be held at 2pm on October 19. 276 Further Resolved: That Justice of the Peace Radford C. Shanklin represent the Southold Town Board at said hearing. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That the Town Board express its sincere appreciation to the Cutchogue Fire Department for its prompt and effective work following the storm of st September 21; Further Resolved: That the Town Board express its appreciation of the assistance of Mr. Sidney P. Tuthill of Mattituck, for his valuable assistance in opening the roads following said storm; Further Resolved: That the Board express its gratitude to the many citizens from every part of the Town who gave so generously of their services in the said emergency work. Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is instructed to write a letter of appreciation to the Cutchogue Fire Department, one to Mr. Sydney P. Tuthill, and to publish in the three papers of the Town a word of appreciation to all who cooperated in the work of emergency clearance of the roads and highways of the Town. The Town Clerk dispatched the following letter to the Cutchogue Fire Department: October 5, 1938 Cutchogue Fire Department Cutchogue, NY Gentlemen: At a regular meeting of the 277 Southold Town Board, held at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton at Greenport on October 4, 1938, on motion of Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Town Superintendent of Highways Price, and on roll call unanimously adopted, the Town Clerk was instructed to convey to you its deepest appreciation of the unique service which your department rendered immediately following the severe storm of September 21, 1938. With practically every road in the Town completely blocked by uprooted trees and debris, with telephone and power poles and lines down, the several communities of the Town faced a potentially dangerous situation. From every hand come words of commendation for the manner in which your department sensed the gravity of the situation and sprang to the task of opening the roads, not resting from your arduous labors until every road in your district could be traversed by your apparatus in case of emergency. The Town Board is happy to congratulate your community and to commend you for this accomplishment, for it must be gratifying to the people of Cutchogue as well as to the members of your department to find so willing a spirit in the time of need. Your action is typical of the highest traditions of our volunteer firemen. Kindly accept this sincere expression of the appreciation of the Southold Town Board for the fine example set by your department and for the very material assistance which you gave in the tremendous task of opening up our highways. This record of your assistance will be entered in the permanent records of the Town. Yours very truly, R.L. Davison 278 The following letter was sent to Mr. Sidney P. Tuthill: October 5, 1938 Mr. Sidney P. Tuthill Mattituck, NY My Dear Mr. Tuthill: At a regular meeting of the Southold Town Board, held at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton at Greenport on October 4, 1938, on motion of Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Town Superintendent of Highways Price, and on roll call unanimously adopted, the Town Clerk was instructed to convey to you its deepest appreciation of the unique service which you rendered immediately following the severe storm of September 21, 1938. It is a matter of common knowledge that you immediately organized a group of your men, equipped them with a tractor and all other necessary equipment and offered your services and those of your group to the Highway officials. It is also a matter of common knowledge that your group in that hour of calamity accomplished excellent work, very materially aiding in the emergency task of clearing a way through the roads and streets of Mattituck. The people of your community and the Southold Town Board are deeply indebted to you, as much for the inspiration of your unselfish action as for the great amount of work you and your men performed; and the Town Board hereby expresses its gratitude to you for your prompt help in time of real need. Yours very truly, R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 279 The Town Clerk also published, as directed, a word of thanks to the people of the Town, said article appearing in the three papers of the Town. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Complete Annual budget Estimate for the year 1938 be as follows: Highway Fund $60,393.33 Machinery 17,789.22 Miscell. 23,706.77 $101,889.32 To pay Emergency Certificate of Indebtedness for Hurricane 10,000.00 Highway Bond and Interest 5152.00 Public Libraries 5,000.00 Memorial Day Observance 200.00 Public Welfare 10,000.00 General Fund, Fixed salaries: Supervisor 4,000.00 Town Clerk 2,000.00 Town Counsel 1,200.00 Justice of Peace (5) 5,000.00 Assessors (6) 6,000.00 Receiver of Taxes 1,500.00 Attendance Officer 750.00 Registrar of Vital Statistics 300.00 Constables 12,000.00 Clerk for Supervisor 1,200.00 Clerk for Assessors 1,000.00 Rent for Supervisor’s Office 420.00 Rent for other Town Offices 1,200.00 Advertising and Notices 300.00 Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, Stationary, etc 678.60 Premiums on Bonds 1,000.00 Clerks on Assessment Rolls 500.00 Expenses, Assessors 603.00 Assessment Rolls 190.00 280 Expenses, Justices of Peace 171.75 Town Trustees, Services & Expenses 53.40 40,066.75 133,241.32 Salaries, clerks for Rec. of Taxes 1,000.97 Expense, Rec. of Taxes, Supplies, Postage, etc 400.66 Insurance, Compensation, Traffic Light, Town Beach 500.00 Constables’ Expense 3,822.89 Police Telephone 160.95 Fees & Physicians 28.00 Maint. Of Town Beach 1,000.00 Life Guard 121.70 Doctor’s Services 103.00 State Retirement Systems 909.15 Association of Towns, Membership Fee 43.00 Shade Tree Fund 200.00 Heat, Light, Water, Town Clerk’s office 516.58 Advertising Fund 500.00 49,373.65 182,614.97 Estimated Receipts Details concerning the storm, rehabitation of the Town, replanting of trees alont the highways, and similar matters were discussed at length and tentative plans were considered to cope with the general situation. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be authorized to publish in the papers of the Town the customary notice announcing the completion of the Budget Estimate; that this notice contain, as required by law, the following items: Notice of Hearing on the Budget to be held on October 21, 1938 at 1:30pm, at the Office of the Town Clerk; also the public advertisement of the following salaries: Supervisor, 281 $ 4,000.00; Town Superintendent of Highways $ 3,600.00; Town Clerk $ 2,000.00; Town Counsel $ 1,200.00 Justices of the Peace (5), $1,000.00, each. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to consider claims against the Town. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Read and approved as read, on October 21, 1938. 282 Meeting of October 21, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of the Town Clerk on Friday, October 21, 1938 at 1:30pm. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Attorney Joseph Krupski, representing Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. Mr. Philip Horton, a member of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Cutchogue Fire District appeared before the Board. He spoke of the dangerous situation at the Town Dump at Cutchogue, saying that his department was frequently called there to fight fires. He spoke of the need of a fire well at the Dump and requested that the Town install a well so as to assist the Department. Supervisor Horton declared the Hearing on the Budget formally open at 1:40pm. The Town Clerk certified that the hearing had been duly advertised as required by law. There appearing no taxpayers to talk either pro or con on the Budget, the Hearing was formally declared closed at 2:00pm. Mr. H. Alfred Luce of Orient appeared before the Board and requested that the Town take over and work a road to be known as Oyster Pond Lane, running from the (King’s) State Highway through property owned by Mr. Luce, to State Street, said road to be three rods wide. Moved by Supt. Price; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That when the necessary legal papers have been completed, and required maps furnished, the Town take over and work said Oyster Ponds Lane. Unanimously adopted. 283 Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is instructed to communicate with the Comptroller of the State of New York and secure his permission for the establishment of a Fire District on Fishers Island. Unanimously adopted. A communication was read from the Board of Education of District #5; one from the Board of Education of district # 10; and one from the Board of Education of district #9. Requesting the Town Board to continue to furnish Traffic protection at School Crossings. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry; Resolved: That the Southold Town Board has no objection to the satisfaction of the Tax Receiver’s Bond affecting Southold Town. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to write to the Commissioner of the Cutchogue Fire District authorizing them to install a fire well at a point designated by the Superintendent of Highways at the Town Dump; and to send bill for said installation to the Town. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 4:05pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 284 Meeting of November 1, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, November 1, 1938. The meeting was called to order at 1:55pm with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Following discussion during which Superintendent Price informed the Board that is would be unnecessary for his department to borrow any money to pay for the st extra work necessitated by the storm of September 21, the Budget as presented, minus the proposed amount for emergency highway work, on motion by Justice Terry; which was seconded by Justice Reeve, and on roll call unanimously adopted, as follows: Town Budget for 1938 Highway Fund $60,393.33 Machinery 17,789.22 Miscellaneous Fund 23,706.77 $101,889.32 Highway Bond and Interest 6152.00 Public Libraries 5,000.00 Memorial Day Observance 200.00 Public Welfare 10,000.00 General Fund, Fixed salaries: Supervisor 4,000.00 Town Clerk 2,000.00 Town Counsel 1,200.00 Justice of Peace (5) 5,000.00 Assessors (6) 6,000.00 Receiver of Taxes 1,500.00 Attendance Officer 750.00 Registrar of Vital Statistics 300.00 285 Constables 12,000.00 Clerk for Supervisor 1,200.00 Clerk for Assessors 1,000.00 Rent for Supervisor 420.00 Rent for other Town Offices 1,200.00 Advertising and Notices 300.00 Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, Stationary, etc 678.60 Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Rec. of Taxes, Town Supt. of Highways 1,000.00 Clerks on Rolls 500.00 Expenses, Assessors 603.00 Assessment Rolls 190.00 Expenses, Justices of Peace 171.75 Town Trustees, Services & Expenses 53.40 Salaries, clerks for Rec. of Taxes 1,000.97 Expense, Rec. of Taxes, Supplies, Postage, etc 400.66 Insurance, Compensation, Traffic Light, Town Beach 500.00 Constables’ Expense 3,822.89 Police Telephone 160.95 Fees & Physicians 28.00 Maint. Of Town Beach 1,000.00 Life Guard 121.70 Doctor’s Services 103.00 State Retirement Systems 909.15 Association of Towns, Membership Fee 43.00 Shade Tree Fund 200.00 Heat, Light, Water, Town Clerk’s office 516.58 Advertising Fund 500.00 Estimated Receipts Mortgage Tax $2,500.00 Income Tax 12,324.33 Franchise Tax 2,459.30 Tax Penalties 2,028.11 Licenses (Dog) 928.60 Licenses 300.00 Fines & Fees 1,039.35 Concession at Town Beach 150.00 Bank Tax 704.00 Rent & Storage 50.00 $38,413.48 286 Special Districts Orient Fire $3,000.00 Orient Light 1,307.32 Orient Mosquito 1,200.00 East Marion Fire 1,000.00 East Marion Light 1,261.49 Fishers Island Light 1,602.88 Southold Fire 12,506.08 Southold Light 2,290.85 Southold Park 2,000.24 Peconic Light 1,699.17 Cutchogue Fire 7,380.00 Cutchogue Light 2,662.44 Mattituck Fire 5,000.00 Mattituck Light #1 3,475.76 Mattituck Light #1 580.49 46,960.40 School Districts #2 Orient $10,350.00 #3 East Marion 5,812.60 #4 Fishers Island 33,943.77 #5 Southold 40,012.00 #6 Southold 3,397.21 #7 Peconic 15,685.00 #8 Cutchogue 7,600.00 #9 Mattituck 32,198.00 #10 Greenport 80,283.24 #11 Laurel $ 4,511.30 #12 Cutchogue 15,592.06 #14 Mattituck 7,500.00 #15 New Suffolk 6,194.34 $ 263,059.52 Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized under Section 142 of the Highway Law to purchase from Vail Bros., Peconic, with the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways one Pontiac car for a total price 287 Of $987.00, F.V.B., Peconic. Unanimously adopted. James Gildersleeve of Mattituck appeared before the Board and asked that the Town take over and work a road leading from New Suffolk Avenue across property of the H.R. Gildersleeve Estate in Mattituck. The Board will view the proposed road. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. The meeting was adjourned at 4:15pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved on November 18, 1938 288 Meeting of November 18, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, November 18, 1938, with the following members of the Board in attendance: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Reeve and Hawkins; Town Counsel Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 2:30pm, and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That Supervisor Horton be and hereby is authorized to purchase one Sanborn Map of Southold Town at a cost not to exceed $125.00. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to write to Mrs. George C. Terry and convey to her the sympathy of the Board for the loss of her father. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Supervisor be authorized to negotiate with the Conservation Commission for the transfer of immature escallops from Mill Creek to the waters of Peconic Bay and waters contiguous to Southold Town, and to make such arrangements with the Southold Town Trustees as may be necessary to complete the Action. Further Resolved: That escallops taken for such transfer be taken from the shallow waters of the creek; such transfer not to exceed 1,000 bushels - Unanimously adopted Adjournment was at 4:45pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 289 Meeting of December 7, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Tuesday, December 7, 1938. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Clerk Davison; and Town Superintendent of Highways Price. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the regular meeting of the Town Board scheduled for December thth 16, be postponed until December 28, said meeting to be held as required by law, at the Office of the Town Clerk in Southold. Unanimously adopted. Supervisor Horton reported that a beginning had been made on the work of Transferring “bug” escallops from Mill Creek to Peconic Bay. Mr. Burnham, of the U.S. Forestry Service, discussed with the board ways and means of tying in the work of his group with that of WPA forces, with a view to reducing fire hazards in this Town, resulting from the destructive work of the st hurricane of September 21, Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Reeve: Whereas, it is the opinion of this Board that the stand taken by our Supervisor on the matter of the plan proposed by Commissioner Robert Moses for the Barrier Beach Causeway is fully in accord with the views of the voters of this Town; and Whereas, it is likewise the opinion of this Board that the stand taken by our Supervisor on the matter of the Suffolk County Water Authority is in full accord with the 290 Views of the preponderant majority of the taxpayers and voters of this Town. Therefore Be it Resolved: That this Board endorse without any restriction whatever the stand taken by Southold Town Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton in his opposition to the Moses plan for a Barrier Beach Causeway, and his opposition to the Water Authority’s proposed appropriation. Supervisor Horton not voting; All others affirmative. The Board then sat as a committee on audit to examine claims against the Town. Mr. Harry Tuthill reported to the Board on his work on the Barrier Beach. He stated that his men were making excellent progress in the work of extending a life-line across the beach to move his machinery over. He stated that until the work had been summarily stopped by Superintendent Bishop, they had made progress sufficiently to demonstrate the practicability of the work which the County proposes to do there. He stated that at the present time, the only work being continued is in the neighborhood of West Hampton Beach. He reported that the new inlet at Potunk had been successfully closed. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Police Chief be and hereby is authorized to purchase six chairs for police headquarters. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 4:45pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 291 Meeting of December 28, 1938 The Southold Town Board met at the office of the Town Clerk, as required by law, on December 28, 1938. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Counsel Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. Moved by Justice Hawkins; Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That Charles T. Gordon of Southold, and August Armbrust of Mattituck be and hereby are appointed Dog Enumerators for the year 1939. Unanimously adopted. The report of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton for the past fiscal year was presented to the Board. The report shows the town finances in excellent condition, which made possible a marked reduction in general taxes. The report shows total receipts in the General Fund $64,819.08; total disbursements, General Fund $51,318.01; receipts and disbursements of $5,000. In the Library Fund; Surplus Fund, Total receipts $ 4,262.29; disbursements $ 1,200.00; balance $ 3,062.29; School monies, receipts $ 259,255.72; total disbursements $ 257, 654.91; balance, $1,600.81; Special Districts Total Receipts Disbursements Balance Southold Lighting Dist. 2424.27 2020.12 404.15 Southold Fire Dist. 15,972.27 15,939.66 32.61 Southold Park Dist. 2028.26 2000.00 28.26 Orient Light Dist. 1420.30 1160.71 259.59 Orient Fire Dist. 2561.24 2500.00 61.24 Orient Mosquito Dist. 1215.16 1200.50 15.16 292 Mattituck Fire Dist. 7004.02 7004.02 - Mattituck Light Dist. 3397.67 3047.85 349.82 Fishers Island Light Dist. 1845.80 1733.29 112.51 East Marion Light Dist. 1310.72 1116.50 194.22 East Marion Fire Dist. 1037.92 1000.00 37.92 Peconic Light Dist. 1853.28 1506.39 346.89 Cutchogue Light Dist. 2588.58 2268.44 320.14 Cutchogue Fire Dist. 7457.07 7447.00 10.07 Mattituck Light Dist. No.2 595.41 513.94 81.47 State School Money 12,625.95 12,625.95 - Highway bond Account 12,529.00 6377.00 6152.00 Town Tax Money 608,458.67 580,293.70 28,164.97 Highway Fund 67,053.36 60,535.45 6517.91 Bridge Fund 1088.41 0 7088.41 Machinery Fund 23,235.56 21,587.10 1648.46 Miscellaneous 31,083.08 21,582.79 9500.29 Total Balances 73,661.89 Obligations of the Town Highway Bonds $ 25,600.00 Certificates of Indebtedness (Welfare) 2500.00 Certificates of Indebtedness (Misc) 2365.00 Total 30,465.00 On motion of Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Reeve Resolved: That the Report of Supervisor Horton be approved and placed on record. Supervisor Horton not voting; all others affirmative. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Civil and Criminal Dockets of Justice Herbert Hawkins be and hereby are approved to this date. Further Resolved: That the Financial Report of Justice Hawkins be and hereby is approved as follows: Fees, Civil Cases 245.40 Fees, Criminal Cases 96.80 Paid to Supervisor 342.20 All votes affirm: Justice Hawkins not voting. 293 Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Financial Statement of the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is approved, as follows: Fund Receipts Expenditures Balance Highway 67,053.36 60,535.45 6517.91 Bridge 1088.41 0 1088.41 Machinery 23,235.56 21,587.10 1648.46 Snow & Miscell 31,083.08 21,582.79 9500.29 All votes affirmative; Supt. Price not voting Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Resolved: That the Civil and Criminal Dockets of Justice Norman Klipp be and hereby are approved to date; Further Resolved: That the Financial Statement of Justice Klipp for the fiscal year be approved as follows: Receipts - Costs – Civil Cases 159.20 Receipts - Fines – Criminal Cases 253.50 Paid to Supervisor 412.70 All voting, affirmative; Justice Klipp not voting. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Civil and Criminal Dockets of Justice Harry Terry be and hereby are approved to date. Further Resolved: That the Financial Report of Justice Terry be approved as follows: Receipts – Civil Cases, fees, etc $15.00 Receipts – Criminal Cases 15.00 Paid to Supervisor 30.00 All votes affirmative, Justice Terry not voting Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the report of Justice Radford C. Shanklin be approved as follows: Receipts, Criminal Cases 5.00 Paid to Supervisor 5.00 Unanimously adopted. 294 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Financial Report of the Town Clerk be and hereby is approved as follows: Received from Sale of Dog Licenses 2169.25 Received from Sale of Hunting Licenses 992.50 Received from Sale of Marriage 150.00 Transcripts 41.50 Filing Chattels 56.00 Filing Conditional Bills of Sale 178.50 Searching Records 1.50 $3,589.25 Disbursements To County Treasurer for Dog Licenses 1,951.00 To County Clerk for Hunting 880.75 To Supervisor for Fees 720.00 To State Dept. of Health 37.50 $3,589.25 Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Civil and Criminal Dockets of Justice William B. Reeve be and hereby are approved; and that the Financial Report of Justice Reeve be approved as follows: Fines and Costs Received 120.75 Paid to Supervisor 120.75 Unanimously adopted, Justice Reeve not voting. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That Ralph P. Booth be reappointed to the position of General Clerk, to serve at the pleasure of the Board, from January 1, 1939 at an annual salary of $12.00. Unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 5:15pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 295 Meeting of January 3, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, January 3, 1939. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:45pm. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That Harvey Rhodes of Greenport, and Ronald Sinclair of Fishers Island be and hereby are appointed Dog Enumerators for the year 1939. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That pursuant to Par. 14, Sec. 64, Article 4 of the Town Law, the sum of $250 be paid to the Long Island Association for publicity during the period of the New York World’s Fair. The report of Police Chief Anrig was presented to the Board. The report showed, among other details of police activity, 950 calls during the year and 112 arrests. The report was approved and ordered filed. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 4 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved Jan. 20, 1939 296 Meeting of January 20, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at 1:30 pm, Friday, January 20, 1939. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, and Reeve; Town Supt. of Highways Price and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. Notice of Public hearing by the Public Service Commission relative to the proposed transfer of Telephone properties on Fishers Island was read. As the Board has no objections to the transaction, it will not appear at the hearing. The Town Board discussed at great length the matter of restoring the appearance of our highways. Realizing the extent of the damage done to our trees by the hurricane of September 21, 1938, and the great amount of work and expense entailed, it was decided to hold a public meeting on Friday evening, February 3, 1939 for the purpose of getting a movement under way for town wide action toward replacing trees along the highways of the Town. The Town Clerk was instructed to prepare publicity and ask the cooperation of the Town’s newspapers in bringing the matter to the attention of our people. The Town Clerk secured the Southold Fire House for the meeting, but conflicting events made it necessary to change the date to Thursday, February 2, 1939. 297 Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That H. Fharington Wickham be and hereby is appointed Relief Officer on the police force, to work three days per week. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Supt. of Highways be and hereby is authorized, pursuant to Sec. 142 of the Highway Law, to purchase from the Long Island Produce and Fertilizer Company, with the approval of the County Supt. of Highways, one (1) D50 3-ton dump truck for a total price of $3300, F.O.B. Peconic. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Supervisor and the Town Superintendent of Highways be authorized to go to Albany on Monday, January 23, 1939, on various matters of Town business now pending. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 3:15pm Russell L. Davison, Town Clerk App. Feb. 7 298 Special Meeting of January 31, 1939 A special meeting of the Southold Town Board was called by the Supervisor on Tuesday, January 31, 1939, at 1:30 PM to dispose of several urgent matters. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry; Hawkins and Reeve; and Town Clerk Davison. A communication was read from Miss Lillian M. Howell warmly commending the Board for calling a public meeting to consider the problem of restoring the trees on our highways. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Whereas, pursuant to chapter 61 of the Laws of 1924, entitled “An act to authorize the formation of a park district in the Town of Southold, Suffolk County, to acquire lands for park purposes and to issue bonds therefor” a Petition, duly attested, was presented to the Southold Town Board on August 2, 1938, containing the names of resident taxpayers owning or representing more than one-half of the taxable property owned by the residents thereof, praying that the said Southold Town Board erect a park district in Mattituck, Town of Southold, Suffolk County, New York, said park district to be bounded and described at follows: Beginning at a point where the Riverhead-Southold Town line touches Long Island Sound; southerly on said line its full length to Peconic Bay; thence easterly along said Bay to the eastern boundary of School District No. 9; thence northerly along said School District line 299 to the property of the Long Island Railroad; thence northerly on a line bounded on the east by lands of G.B. Tuthill, Annie Rutinowski and Anton Bakowski to Long Island Sound; and thence westerly to the point or place beginning; and Whereas, at the direction of the said Southold Town Board, a formal Petition was duly prepared and presented to the comptroller of the State of New York, pursuant to Section 1, Chapter 683 of the Laws of 1933, as amended by Chapter 291 of the Laws of 1937, said Petition praying that the said Comptroller grant his permission for the erection of the said Mattituck Park District; and Whereas, On January 26, 1939, the said Comptroller of the State of New York caused to be filed with the Town Clerk of Southold Town is formal order permitting the erection of said Mattituck Park District; and Whereas, the said Southold Town Board, after due consideration, believes that the erection of the said Mattituck Park District is in the public interest; Therefore, Be It Resolved: That pursuant to Chapter 61 of the Laws of 1924, the Southold Town Board hereby establishes and erects the Mattituck Park District, bounded and described above. Be It Further Resolved: That the Southold Town Clerk be and hereby is authorized and empowered to file with the Clerk of the County of Suffolk a certified copy of this Resolution. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Southold Town Clerk be and hereby is instructed to conduct an election in the Mattituck Park District, pursuant to the provisions of Sections 2 and 3 of Chapter 61 of the Laws of 1924. Unanimously adopted. 300 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, On October 4, 1938, a Petition duly attested, containing the names of resident taxpayers owning taxable property, aggregating more than one-half of the assessed valuation of all taxable property embraced in the proposed district, as required by Article 11, Par. 171 of the Town Law, was presented to the Southold Town Board, said Petition praying that the said Southold Town Board erect on Fishers Island, Town of Southold, County of Suffolk, and State of New York, a Fire District, bounded and described as follows: All that real property on Fishers Island, in the Town of Southold, County of Suffolk, and State of New York, including the whole of Fishers Island, with the exception of certain parcels which are the property of the United States Government, these tracts being known as “Fort H. G. Wright”, “North Hill”, and “Prospect Hill” reservations and United States Coast Guard Station No. 59 reservation, all as shown on a map accompanying said Petition, said territory within the following boundaries: On the north, Fishers Island Sound; on the east and south, Block Island Sound; on the west, Fort H.G. Wright and Fishers Island Sound; and Whereas, On formal Resolution of this Board, adopted on October 4, 1939, a Public Hearing, as required by Article 11 Par. 171 of the Town Law, was duly authorized and advertised; and Whereas, Said hearing was duly held at the Fishers Island School Auditorium on October 19, 1939 at 2 o’clock PM; and 301 Whereas, at said Hearing there appeared only Unanimous demand for the erection of said proposed Fire District; and Whereas, A formal Petition was duly prepared and presented to the Comptroller of the State of New York, pursuant to Section 1, Chapter 683 of the Laws of 1933, as amended by Chapter 291 of the Laws of 1937, said Petition praying that the said Comptroller grant his permission for the erection of said Fishers Island Fire District; and Whereas, On January 28, 1939, the said Comptroller of the State of New York caused to be filed with the Town Clerk of the Town of Southold his formal Order permitting the erection of said Fishers Island Fire District: and Whereas, the Southold Town Board, after due Consideration, believes that the erection of the said District is in the public interest; Therefore, Be It Resolved: That pursuant to Article 11, Paragraph 171 of the Town Law, the Southold Town Board hereby establishes and erects the Fishers Island Fire District, as bounded and described above. Be It Further Resolved: That pursuant to Article 11, Paragraph 173 of the Town Law the Town Clerk be and hereby is authorized and empowered to file with the Clerk of the County of Suffolk a certified copy of this Resolution, together with a map of the Fishers Island Fire District; Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the following be and hereby are appointed Fire Commissioners of the Fishers Island Fire District to serve until Dec. 31, 1939: Irving W. Boubright, Charles B. Parsons, General George H Cameron, Alexander G. 302 Pendleton, and Henry L. Ferguson. Further Resolved: That H. G. Hansen be and hereby is appointed Treasurer of the said Fishers Island Fire District. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 3:45 pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk App. Feb. 7, 1939 303 Election, Mattituck Park District. The election of the Mattituck Park District was held at the Fire House in Mattituck on Friday evening, February 10, 1939, at 7 o’clock pm. The Town Clerk read the call of the meeting, certified that it had been duly advertised, as required by law, and presented affidavits from C.H. Wickham, publisher of the Mattituck Watchman, as evidence that advertising and posting of the notices had been duly performed. The Town Clerk appointed Sidney P. Tuthill and John J. Klein to act as Tellers and administered the Oath of Office to them. The names of Candidates for the office were awaited. Nominations were duly made and seconded for the following: Harold R. Reeve, Dr. John Wasson and John J. McNulty as Commissioners. Howard Berry was nominated as Treasurer. On motion duly made, seconded and adopted, nominations were closed and the polls were opened for ballots. All present having cast their ballots at 9 O’clock PM, the Town Clerk formally declared the polls closed. After examining the ballots, the Tellers reported as follows: 33 votes cast. Harold R Reeve – 31 Dr. John Wasson – 27 John J. McNulty – 28 Scattered – 9 The Town Clerk declared Harold R. Reeve elected Commissioner for a 304 term of 3 years; John J. McNulty for a term of 2 years; and Dr. John Wasson for a term of 1 year. Howard Berry received 33 votes as Treasurer and was declared elected. The meeting adjourned at 9:30pm. Russell L. Davison, Town Clerk Annual Meeting Southold Park District. The annual meeting of the Southold Park District was held at the office of the Town Clerk, Southold on Tuesday, February 14, 1939. At 8 o’clock pm the Town Clerk called the meeting to order and read the call of the meeting, presenting affidavits from the publisher of the Long Island Traveler to certify that the meeting had been advertised as required by law. Commissioner Nat. E. Booth was duly elected Chairman of the meeting. Chairman Booth appointed the following: R.L. Davison, clerk; Miss Edith Prince and Wm. L. Williams, tellers. The Chairman then awaited nominations for a Commissioner for a term of three years in the place of Nathan Davis, whose term of Office then expired. Mr. Davis was nominated to succeed himself, the nomination was duly seconded and, on unanimous vote of the meeting, the nominations were closed and the clerk was instructed to cast one vote for Mr. Davis. The vote was duly cast, announced by the tellers, and 305 The Chairman declared Mr. Davis elected to succeed himself. Nominations were then awaited for a Commissioner to fill out the unexpired term of the late Commissioner L.W. Korn. Dr. John W. Stokes was nominated, the nomination was seconded. By unanimous vote, the nominations were declared closed, and the Clerk was instructed to cast one ballot for Dr. Stokes. The tellers announced the receipt of said vote, and the Chairman declared Dr. J.W. Stokes elected to fill the vacancy. The Chairman announced that the Commissioners were asking for a budget of $3,000, for the payment of one bond; for the maintenance of district properties; and for repairs made necessary by the hurricane of Sept. 21, 1938. The following resident taxpayers voted on the appropriation: Dr. Paul L. Diefenbacher, Mrs. Wm. Rich, Mrs. Fred Prince, Henry F. Van Wyck, Ralph P. Booth, Miss Edith Prince, Dr. J.W. Stokes, Nat. E. Booth, William L. Williams, R.L. Davison. When the ballot was formally declared closed, the tellers examined the ballot and reported ten votes cast, all affirmative. The chairman declared the budget duly passed. Mr. William L. Williams discussed the status of the Civil War Monument on what was formerly known as “Budd’s Park”. He stated that each year a collection was taken at the union meeting of the village churches and that this had been used for the care of the monument. He stated that he and many others felt that there should be some degree of permanency in the plan for the care of the monument and suggested that the collection continue to be taken and to be used for that purpose; but that hence forth it be turned over to the Park 306 Commissioners and by them expended in the care of the monument and its plot. A letter from Mrs. Susie Huntting, the last survivor of the “Ladies’ Monumental Union”, the local group through whose efforts the monument was erected, was read. The Resolution of the Southold Town Board, dated (blank space in book), granting permission for the erection of the monument on Budd’s Park was also read. Regularly moved and seconded: That the Southold Park Commissioners assume the responsibility of the caring for the Soldiers’ Monument at the corner of Main Road and Tucker’s Lane. Unanimously adopted. Mr. H. F. Van Wyck spoke on the need of trees at Founders Landing. Matters of general interest to the District were discussed and particular mention was made of the greatly increased use of the park properties. There was also discussion of ways and means by which Town Creek might be improved. The Chairman particularly requested loans or donations of appropriate marine objects for display in the Marine Museum at Horton’s Point. The minutes were read and approved. The meeting adjourned at 9:03pm. Russell L. Davison Town Clerk. 307 Meeting of March 7, 1939. The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton in Greenport on March 7, 1939. The meeting was called to order at 1:50 PM with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Counsel Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. A communication was read from Congressman Leonard Hall thanking the Board for its expression of interest in the bill to exempt small craft from the terms of the International Labor Treaty, Draft Convention 56, and informing the Board that such exemptions were assured. A communication was read from Griswold-Terry-Glover Post of the American Legion inviting the Board to participate in the forthcoming Memorial Day exercises. The Town Clerk was ordered to answer the letter and to inform the Post that the Board would gladly take part. Moved by Supervisor Horton; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Town appropriate money for necessary additional diking on the Sterling Basin project for the reason that the $2500. Expended by the Suffolk County Mosquito Commission for that purpose is inadequate. Additional spoil areas are necessary, and the Supervisor in authorized to expend not the exceed $300 for the purpose of providing necessary spoil area to complete the project. Unanimously adopted. Mr. Lissey appeared before the Board and 311 urged the Board to authorize the publication of a Southold Town Telephone Book. He was informed that the Board would consider his suggestion and announce its decision later. The Supervisor announced that 9,000,000 flounder fry had been planted in the waters of Peconic Bay adjacent to Southold Town. There was some discussion of the monthly telephone bills at the Southold Police Booth. These bills have been discussed on previous occasions. The Board ordered the Clerk to write to the Chief and request that the following be done: That the Office be kept locked when no officer was on duty there; that each officer be supplied with a key; and that a record be kept of all outgoing calls by the officer making the same and the record of such calls turned over to the Board for comparison with the monthly bill. th It was agreed to meet at Mattituck on Friday, March 17 for the purpose of viewing a proposed road on the Gildersleeve Property. Moved by Justice Hawkins: seconded by Justice Terry; Resolved: That the Southold Town Board hereby approve the new street lighting contracts which give a reduced rating on several types of lamps. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 4:15 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 312 Meeting of March 17, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, March 19, 1939. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Superintendent of Highways Price; Counsel Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and duly approved. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins. Resolved: That the proposition to authorize the publication of a Southold Town Telephone Directory be laid on the table indefinitely. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry; Resolved: That the following agreement for the expenditure of highway moneys on Fishers Island be approved: (A) On the road commencing at Equestrian Avenue and leading to Fox Avenue (Bell Hill Avenue) a distance of 1300/5280 miles, there shall be expended the sum of $6500 for the following road improvement: Water Bound macadam, thickness of surface, 6 inches; sub-base gravel. 1. It is agreed that we hereby set aside for primary work and general repairs upon 158 miles of Highway under the jurisdiction of the Town Supt. of Highways the sum of $47,400 (B) On the road commencing at Oriental Avenue and leading to Fones Street (Equestrian Avenue) a distance of 200/5280 miles, there shall be expended the sum of $775. for the following kind of improvement: Type –Water-Bound macadam; thickness 6 inches; sub-base gravel. (D) On the road commencing at Equestrian Avenue and leading to Montauk Avenue 313 (Oriental Avenue) a distance of 400/5280 miles, there shall be expended the sum of $1140 for the following kind of improvement: Type, Water-Bound Macadam, thickness 6 inches, sub-base gravel. Unanimously adopted. A communication was read from Miss Jean Hallock regarding publicity for Southold Town on the radio. The matter was laid on the table. A communication was read from Station WABC regarding a proposed mention of the villages of Southold and Mattituck on the air. The Town Clerk reported that he had written to the station and had furnished the information needed for the salute. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to employ additional clerical and stenographer help when and as needed. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 3:15 pm. R.L. Davison Town Clerk 314 Meeting of April 4, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. W. Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, April 4, 1939 at 1:30 pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. There was general discussion on a number of matters of Town Business on which no action was taken. Mr. George Mohlfeld, representing the County Review, appeared before the Board and presented a plan which his paper is working upon for the production of a special edition of the paper to mark the opening of the New York World’s Fair. His concern desires to have every Town in the County represented in the edition. The cost to each Town is $120 per page. The Board agreed to consider the matter and inform him of its decision. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Supervisor and Justice Klipp be and hereby are constituted a committee to supervise the preparation of the Town Beach for summer activities, and are hereby authorized to take such action as they shall deem necessary to make the Beach ready for the summer and to safeguard the Town’s interests there. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp; Resolved: That the Town Supt. of Highways be and hereby is authorized under Section 142 of the Highway Law to purchase from George Malvese & Co., with the approval of 315 The County Supt. of Highways: One Adams Motor Grader #301, tandem drive, with low pressure tires, for a total price of $4344, F.O.B Peconic, trade-in allowance $2,500, check for $1844. Unanimously adopted. The Town Superintendent of Highways called the attention of the board to the very dangerous situation created by the practice of farmers of turning their tractors and plows in the highways. This, he informed the Board, left quantities of loam on the hard surface, and when rain fell upon the loam, it made the highway very slippery for motorists. He urged the Board to devise some method of improving the situation. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. The Board adjourned early in order to go to Mattituck to view a road on the James Gildersleeve property, which the Town has been asked to take over as a public road. Adjournment was at 3:15 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Following the viewing of the above mentioned road, the Board traveled over many of the roads in the western part of the town to view the damage done by farmers, referred to above. Approved April 21, 1939. 316 Meeting of April 21, 1939. The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, April 21, 1939. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 pm. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. There was discussion concerning the responsibility for decorating the graves of G.A.R. Veterans; and the Town Clerk was instructed to get into touch with the members of the Griswold-Terry-Glover Post of the American Legion and to go into the matter with them. Inasmuch at the fish sign at the head of the New Suffolk road was removed by the State, and as this sign was something of a landmark for visiting fishermen, the following resolution was passed by the Board in the hope that something could be done to influence the State Highway Authorities to replace the sign. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, the State Highway Department has removed the “Fish Sign” which for many years has directed visiting sport fishermen to New Suffolk, and which has become widely known among them; and Whereas, the sport fishing business is of great importance as a source of revenue to New Suffolk; and Whereas, the people of that village deplore the removal of the sign by which thousands of fishermen have come to recognize the highway leading to New Suffolk; Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Town Clerk 317 be and hereby is instructed to write to Superintendent James J. Darcy, of the State Highway Department and to urge that his department either replace the sign or make some other arrangement for the marking of this important turning. Unanimously adopted. Mr. Michael Hand of Cutchogue appeared before the Board and requested that the Board take over and work as a public highway the road known as Stillwater Avenue, Cutchogue. After discussion, Mr. Hand was instructed to have the necessary papers and maps prepared and to turn them over to the Town Attorney for examination. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Price: Resolved: That when the necessary papers have been approved by the Town Attorney, the Town accept Stillwater Avenue, in the village of Cutchogue, as a public highway. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 3:25 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 318 Meeting of May 2, 1939. The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Tuesday, May 2, 1939. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. A communication was read from the Public Service Commission announcing a hearing on the application of Robert R. Brown of Greenport for extension of the area covered by his franchise. As the Board has no jurisdiction over the territory named in the proposed additions, the Board will not be represented at the hearing. The Town Clerk reported that the Southold Library wished him to state to the Board that the Southold Library Trustees joined with the Trustees of other Libraries in the Town to ask for an increase in the appropriations raised for Public Libraries in the Town. He stated that the Southold Library Trustees would like to see an additional $2500 raised each year. It was decided to ask the President of each of the Library groups to appear before the Board to discuss the matter at length. A letter was read from Harry Brown, Chairman of the Committee of the Suffolk County Association which is in charge of the events of Suffolk County Day at the New York World’s Fair. Mr. Brown urged 319 the cooperation of the Southold Town Board in making the event an outstanding success. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Southold Town Board heartily endorse the efforts of the Suffolk County Association to make Suffolk County Day at the New York World’s Fair an outstanding event such as might attract favorable publicity to the County. Unanimously adopted. Inasmuch at the necessary papers on Stillwater Avenue, Cutchogue, were presented to the Board, approved by the Town Attorney, and as the Board had agreed to take over the road when such papers had been received, the Board signed the order for the acceptance of Stillwater Avenue as a public road. The Board then sat as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 3:30. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 320 Meeting of May 19, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, on Friday, May 19, 1939. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. Inasmuch as several delegations were present to see the Board, the reading of the minutes was deferred until later in the meeting. Dr. John Wasson, president of the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce, represented that the Board consider ordinances to prevent the dumping of waste material about the Town; and also ordinances to regulate conditions having to do with fire and fire prevention, which matters, he suggested might be turned over to the Fire Commissioners of the several districts. Unanimously adopted. Representatives of the several libraries of the Town were present to ask the Board to have the annual appropriation for Town Libraries, which is voted upon by the taxpayers every two years, increased. The point was brought out that some of the libraries are having a difficult time of it meeting expenses. Some of the Libraries 321 suggest that the proposition be presented to ask for double the present sum; others felt that they could manage nicely with a 30% increase. The Fishers Island Library wants no increase. The following Library Trustees and Officials spoke for their respective libraries: Mr. Milton Samuels, Mattituck; Mr. Ernest W. Morrell, Miss Julia Wickham, and Mrs. Philip Horton, Cutchogue; R.L. Davison, Southold; and Mr. Fred Corey, Greenport. The Board assured the Libraries that they would thoroughly discuss the matter. Justice Hawkins presented an invitation to the members of the Board to attend a Strawberry Supper as guests of Protection Engine Company, at the Southold Fire th House on the evening of June 8. The invitation was accepted with pleasure. th The Town Clerk was instructed to notify Board members by May 29 that they th were expected to meet in Southold on the morning of May 30 in time to participate in the parade. A letter was read from the Cutchogue Chamber of Commerce stating that from newspaper articles and other sources they had learned that the State Highway Commission was planning to dispense with diagonal parking in these villages. The Chamber regretted this decision for the reason that they had no other means of taking care of the parking situation in the business section; and they urged the Town Board to use its influence to have the present plan of parking retained. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Whereas: Diagonal parking, as practiced by the people of Cutchogue, is in accordance with the wishes of the people of that village; and (322 & 323 blank pages in book) 324 Whereas, due to the restricted area available in the business section, there is no other plan by which the cars of shoppers can be accommodated; and Whereas, There are no side streets, or parking lots, which can be used to get the cars off the main road; and Whereas, The diagonal parking is on shoulders which were laid out by the Town of Southold, and paid for by the Town of Southold; and Whereas, Elimination of diagonal parking would lead to double parking and other dangerous practices: Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board feels that the parking situation in Cutchogue Village is at present satisfactory, both to the people of that village and to the Southold Town Board. Be It Further Resolved: That the Southold Town Board will not sanction any change which is not in accord with the wishes of the people of that village, who are the ones most concerned. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Whereas, God in his infinite wisdom has taken from these scenes the spirit of Frank B. Thornhill; and Whereas, the passing of Frank B. Thornhill constitutes a severe loss, not only to the members of his immediate family, but in the wider circle of our community, in which he was a public-spirited, able, and valuable citizen; and Whereas, during his entire life he has been a fine up-standing citizen of Southold Town and an active resident of Greenport Village; Be It Further Resolved: That the Southold Town Board sincerely deplores the loss of this fine citizen and mourns the passing of one who has, by his manly virtues 325 Earned for himself the love of many and the esteem of all. Be It Further Resolved: That a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the minutes of this meeting. Be It Further Resolved: That a copy of this Resolution be sent, with the sympathy of this Board, to the members of his immediate family. Unanimously adopted. The Town Clerk was instructed to send a copy of the resolution on diagonal parking to Supt. James J Darcy of the State Highway Commission, and a copy to the Cutchogue Chamber of Commerce. The minutes of the meeting of May 2, 1939 were read and approved as read. The meeting adjourned at 4:10 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 326 Special Meeting of May 25, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of the Town Clerk, Southold, on Thursday, May 25, 1939. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 pm with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Attorney Joseph Krupski representing the Town Counsel; and Town Clerk Davison. Assessors Ernest Morrell and A. Halsey Brown represented the Board. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. Chapter 409 of the Laws of 1939 was the subject of the main discussion of the meeting. This is a permissive act, allowing certain exemptions for the replacement of buildings damaged by the hurricane of September 21, 1938. The act was recently adopted by the Suffolk County Board of Supervisors. After considerable discussion the following Resolution was offered by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry; and on roll call unanimously adopted: Whereas, Chapter 409 of the Laws of 1939 constituting an amendment to the tax law in relation to certain tax exemptions for alterations and improvement to buildings damaged or demolished by hurricane in the year 1938, is now in full force and effect; and Whereas, It appears to the best interests of this Town and the property owners therein that the provisions of said law be made applicable to this town as quickly as possible; st Now Therefore, Be It and It Is Hereby Resolved: That until July 1, 1942, the provisions of Chapter 409 of the Laws of 1939 327 Be made applicable to this Town of Southold within the terms and intent of said Act so far as said Act may be made applicable to this Town by the Resolution of this Board; and Be It Further Resolved: That the Board of Assessors of this Town be authorized and directed to advertise and to hold such hearing or hearings and to prepare such list or lists as may be required within the provisions of said Act, and as it may be necessary to make the benefits of said Act available to this Town. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Resolved: That the Town Attorney be and hereby is directed to meet with the Board of Southold Town Assessors, and that he instruct them in the meaning and content of Chapter 409 of the Laws of 1939. Unanimously adopted. A note of appreciation was read from the family of the late Frank B. Thornhill for the Board’s Resolution of Sympathy which had been sent to the family. The meeting adjourned at 3:30 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved June 6, 1939. 328 Meeting of June 6, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of the Supervisor at Greenport on Tuesday, June 6, 1939. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Clerk Davison. A letter was read from Supt. J. J. Darcy, and also one from the Cutchogue Chamber of Commerce in answer to the letters which the Town Board had ordered sent, requesting that diagonal parking be continued at Cutchogue. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Be It Resolved: That the Resolution adopted by this Board at a regular meeting of said Board, held on February 7, 1939 empowering the Town Superintendent of Highways to purchase under Section 142 of the Highway Law, from the Island Asphalt Co., Inc., with the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways, one Ford V-8 converted by Marmon Herrington to all wheel drive with St. Paul underbody scraper and Frink Roto-Power Broom. Complete with water-pump for a total price of $3450, F.O.B., Peconic, be and hereby is rescinded. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; second by Justice Reeve: Be It Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby Is authorized to purchase under Section 142 of the Highway Law, with the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways, from the Island Asphalt Co., Inc., one Frink Roto-Power Broom for a total price of seven hundred dollars. Unanimously adopted. 329 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Be It Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is directed to publish the Town Ordinance on Firecrackers in the three papers of the Town. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. The meeting adjourned at 3 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved June 23, 1939. 330 Meeting of June 23, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of the Supervisor at Greenport on Friday, June 23, 1939. Present were the following: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Reeve, Hawkins, and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison; The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. Communications were read from the following: Hon. Thomas C. Desmond, The Long Island Association, and Larry Deutzmann. A proposed Fire Ordinance, prepared by the Town Attorney, was read and discussed. As the Ordinance was prepared at the request of the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce, it was decided to forward a copy of the proposed Ordinance to that body for its consideration. There was discussion of a parking space in the village of Southold. The suggestion was made by merchants of the village that a plot near the Post Office be used for the purpose, the merchants contributing sufficient funds for the lure of the plot, on the condition that the Town Board cooperate to the extent of preparing exits and entrances. The Board informally agreed to cooperate to relieve the traffic situation in that village. 331 Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Reeve: th Resolved: That the Audit Meeting of the Board be held on July 11 instead of on th July 4. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That this Board appropriate from the Publicity Fund $50, or such part thereof as may be necessary for the use of the Committee in charge of th arrangements for the 300 Anniversary Celebration of the founding of Southold Town, said moneys to be used for publicity purposes. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the sum of $50 be and hereby is appropriated from the Publicity Fund to reimburse the Southold Town Committee for expense incurred in preparations for the celebration of Suffolk County Day at the New York World’s Fair. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That Joseph R. Smith and Theodore Howard, both of the Village of Greenport, be and hereby are appointed Special Constables to serve without pay and at the pleasure of the Town Board. Unanimously adopted. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 3:50 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 332 Meeting of July 11, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, July 11, 1939. The meeting was called to order at 1:45 pm with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. A communication was read from C.H. Wickham of Mattituck complaining about the width of the roadway and of what he termed obstructions in the highway which runs in front of property owned by him in Mattituck. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That Joseph Nockelin of Greenport be and hereby is appointed Special Constable of the Town of Southold to serve without pay at the pleasure of this Board. Unanimously adopted. The proposed Fire Ordinance which was presented by the Southold Town Attorney at the last meeting of this Board was read and discussed in detail. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the proposed Fire Ordinance be laid on the table for future consideration. Unanimously adopted. 333 Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That Frank Dawson of New Suffolk be and hereby is appointed Attendance Supervisor for the coming year at a salary of $750, he to pay his own Travel Expense. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: st Resolved: That the meeting regularly scheduled for July 21 be postponed and be combined with the regular meeting of August first. Unanimously adopted. As necessary conditions have been complied with, and as the necessary papers have been approved by the Southold Town Board, the Board signed the papers taking over Deep Hole Drive on the Gildersleeve property at Mattituck, as a public highway. The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 4 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 334 Southold Park District. A Special Meeting of the Southold Park District was held at the office of the Town st Clerk in said district on Friday, July 21, 1939. The meeting was called to order at 8 o’clock pm and the call of the meeting was duly read. Affidavits of the publication of the notice, and of its posting as required by law, were exhibited. At this meeting the qualified voters of the district were asked to vote on the following proposition: “ To raise an additional sum of one thousand ($1000) to be placed in the Budget for 1939-40 to pay for repairs to Park properties necessitated by the hurricane; and also to be permitted to issue notes of certificates of indebtedness in anticipation of taxes in sum not to exceed one thousand ($1000) dollars.” Tellers were duly appointed and the polls were declared open. At the conclusion of the vote, the tellers announced a total of 9 votes cast, as follows: 8 yes, 1 blank. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk. 335 Mattituck Park District. A special meeting of the Mattituck Park District was held at the Mattituck Fire House, in said Park District on Wednesday, July 19, 1939. The Town Clerk called the meeting to order at 7 o’clock pm and read the call of the meeting, exhibiting affidavits by Hull M. Wickham, publisher of the Mattituck Watchman, showing that the meeting had been duly advertised, as required by law. Tellers were appointed and were sworn in by the Town Clerk, and the polls were declared open. The qualified voters were asked to ballot on a budget of $1000 of which $200 was for bills contracted in the erection of the district, and $800 for incidental and operating expense. The polls were declared closed at 10 o’clock pm. The Tellers reported 64 votes cast, yea- 60; nay 2, blank 2. The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 336 Meeting of August 1, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, August 1, 1939. The meeting was called to order at 1:45 with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and duly approved as read. Communications were read from the following: H.C. Swezey, complaining of conditions of Eugene Creek; Ralph G. Moore, requesting that the Town sell him a parcel of Town property at New Suffolk; and P.B. Matthews, approving of the Board’s appointment of Frank Dawson as Attendance Supervisor. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Swezey, sympathizing with him about conditions there and at the same time informing him that there was no chance whatever to procure W.P.A. funds for such projects. The Clerk was further directed to state that it was the hope of the Board that in the near future the Board might be able to take steps to improve creeks of the Town. The Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Moore and to inform him that property owned by the Town could be sold only by vote of the people of the Town. After lengthy discussion of the approaching escallop season, the following resolution was offered by Justice Reeve, seconded by Justice 337 Hawkins, and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That Supervisor Horton and Justice Klipp be and hereby are appointed a committee to attend to policing waters containing escallops, prior to the opening of the season and to continue the policing of the waters while the need for such protection lasted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is directed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install two additional street lights in the Cutchogue Lighting District, one on Pole 87 and one on Pole 89 in said District. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Clerk be and hereby is directed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install two additional lights in the Mattituck No. 1 Lighting District, one on Pole 1 and one on Pole 4 on Freeman Ave. Unanimously adopted. The Clerk was instructed to request the Committee in charge of preparations for the Three Hundredth Celebration of the Founding of Southold Town to prepare a list of guests whom the Board ought to invite to the ceremonies. The Clerk was further instructed to inform the said Committee that the Long Beach Association had taken over the responsibility of rehabilitating the historic Old Cemetery in Orient. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 4:10 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 338 Meeting of September 5, 1939. The regular meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, September 5, 1939. The meeting was called to order at 1:40pm with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. There was lengthy discussion of the Budget, Relief and other matters facing the Board for disposition in the immediate future. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: nd Resolved: That the date of the next meeting be changed to September 22 to meet the time requirements of the Law with respect to the Budget. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the annual Fishers Island meeting be held on Friday, September 8, 1939. Unanimously adopted. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 4:15 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 339 Annual Fishers Island Meeting. th The annual visit of the Board to Fishers Island was made on Friday, September 8, the party leaving Greenport on Superintendent Price’s boat at 8:30am. The group was met at the Government Dock at 10:30 by Justice Shanklin, Mr. Henry Ferguson, A.J. Gada and Mr. Baker. Due to the threatening weather, the usual inspection of the roads was omitted, and the group went directly to the Mansion House for an informal meeting. Present at the meeting were the following members of the Board: Supervisor Horton; Justices Shanklin, Hawkins and Reeve; Superintendent of Highways Price, and Town clerk Davison. Also present at the meeting were: Former Town Clerk J. N. Hallock; Mr. Henry Ferguson; Deputy A.J. Gada; Mr. Rhodes; Mr. Baker. Highway matters were discussed at length and plans for alterations and improvements projected for the coming year were considered at length and agreed upon. It was agreed to sign the highway agreement at a later date. Among the other matters brought before the meeting were: schools, relief, mosquito control and public nursing. It was apparent that those in immediate charge of Town affairs on Fishers Island were performing their duties in a thoroughly satisfactory manner. Following the meeting, the group was entertained at lunch by Mr. Ferguson. After good wishes had been exchanged and the members had expressed their hearty appreciation of the hospitality accorded them, the Board returned to the dock and started their homeward journey at 2:30 pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 340 Meeting of September 22, 1939. The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, September 22, 1939, with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting and those of the Fishers Island meeting were read and approved as read. Lawyer Stanley Corwin appeared before the Board and urged the appointment of Constables whose duties would be confined to civil work. The Board heard arguments supporting this plan, but withheld action in the matter until an opinion could be secured from the Town Attorney concerning certain phases of the scheme. The Town Clerk was instructed to secure an opinion on these pertinent points, such as civil fees, constables for such purposes, and the degree of control the Board would have over such appointees. The Board considered at length matters concerned with the return of Relief to the jurisdiction of the Town. The Preliminary Budget Estimate for 1940 was prepared as follows: Highway Fund 60675.50; Machinery Fund 18850.75; Misc Fund: for Snow Removal 6000.00; for Weed, Brush, etc 8000.00; Salary & Expenses, Town, Supt. & Deputy, if any 4100.00; for other misc. purposes 4260.00; Total: 101,886.25 341 Highway Bond & Interest 5927.00; Public Libraries 5000.00; Memorial Day Observance 200.00; Public Welfare 20,000.00; General Fund: Fixes Salaries – Supervisor 4000.00; Town Clerk 2000.00; Town Counsel 1200.00; Justice of Peace (5) 5000.00; Assessors (6) 6000.00; Receiver of Taxes 1500.00; Attendance Officer 750.00; Registrar, Vital Statistics 250.00; Constables 9425.00;Clerk for Supervisor 1200.00;Clerk for Assessors 1200.00; Total 32,525.00. Constables, Special Officers 4000.00; Rent for Supervisor’s Office 420.00; Rent for other Town Offices 1200.00; Advertising & Notices 1000.00; Office Expense, Telephone, Postage, Stationery, etc. 1000.00; Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Rec of Taxes, Highway Supt. 1000.00;Clerks on Assessment Rolls 500.00;Expenses, Assessors 500.00;Assessment Rolls 150.00;Expenses- Justice of Peace 200.00;Town Trustees, Services & Expenses 100.00;Salaries, Clerks for Receiver of Taxes 800.00;Expenses, Receiver of Taxes 600.00;Insurance, Compensation, Traffic Lights, Town Beach 300.00;Constables Expenses 3650.00;Police Telephone 200.00;Fees & Physicians 30.00;Maintenance of Town Beach 500.00;Life Guard 140.00;Doctor’s Services 50.00; 342 State Retirement System 900.00; Association of Towns, Membership Fee 43.00; Shade Tree Fund 200.00; Heat, Light, Water, Town Clerk’s Office 525.00; Advertising fund 500.00; Total 184,046.25; Estimated Receipts: Mortgage Tax 1000.00; Income Tax 10,000.00; Franchise Tax 2500.00; Beverage Tax 17,000.00;Tax Penalties 2,000.00;Licenses (Dog) 1000.00;Licenses 50.00;Fines & Fees 1500.00;Consession at Town Beach 150.00;Bank Tax 1000.00; Rent & Storage 50.00;Total 36,250.00; Special Districts: Orient Fire 3000; Orient Light 1320;Orient Mosquito 1200;East Marion Fire 4250;East Marion Light 1260;Fishers Island Fire 5623;Fishers Island Light 1599.96;Southold Fire 12,800.;Southold Light 2280;Southold Park 4000;Peconic Light 1699.92;Cutchogue Fire 7000; Cutchogue Light 2635.92;Mattituck Fire 5000;Mattituck Light 3411.96;Mattituck Park 1000;Mattituck Blvd Light 579.96; Adjournment was at 4pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 343 Meeting of October 3, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, October 3, 1939. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Reeve, Hawkins and Klipp; and Town Clerk Davison. Supervisor Horton announced that a dredge belonging to the firm of Gibson & Chapman was at the moment storm bound in Sterling Basin, and that the company would make a considerable price concession on much needed work on the portion of the basin leading to the road head owned by the Town. Inasmuch as there appeared to be some chance that other interests would contribute toward portions of the work, the Supervisor asked that the Town take advantage of the opportunity to re-open the closed channel. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That Gibson & Cushman be employed to dredge in Sterling Basin to reopen a necessary channel which was closed in recent dredging operations, said work to be done at a cost to the Town not to exceed $1000. Unanimously adopted. The opinion of the Town Counsel in the matter of Justice fees for civil work was read and the questions which had been asked for legal opinion were answered for the Board. The proposal place before the Board at its last meeting that the Board appoint Constables whose duties would be confined to civil work was again dis- 344 cussed; but in view of difficulties which presented themselves, it was decided to lay the proposal on the table. A communication was read from the Long Island Lighting Company relative to the installation of additional lights in Mattituck District No.1, and in the Cutchogue Lighting District. The company announced the completion of work ordered at a recent meeting of this Board. Justice Hawkins presented a petition signed by many residents of Southold village asking for the installation of a treadle light at a point where Beckwith Avenue meets the Main Highway. The petition requested that the Board forward the petition to the proper authorities and also that the Board lend whatever aid it could to secure this relief. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That the Southold Town Board approves the request of the residents of the hamlet of Southold and respectfully urges that the State Highway Department carefully consider the matter. Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is directed to forward this request to the State Highway department and to impress upon the latter officials the fact that this is a very serious traffic problem, and to urge them to do whatever they can do to lessen the danger at this point. Unanimously adopted. The Annual Budget Estimate was present to the Town Board for the year 1939- 1940 as follows: 345 Highway Fund 60675.50; Machinery Fund 18850.75; Misc Fund: for Snow Removal 6000.00; for Weed, Brush, etc 8000.00; Salary & Expenses, Town, Supt. & Deputy, if any 4100.00; for other misc. purposes 4260.00; Total: 101,886.25 Highway Bond & Interest 5927.00; Public Libraries 5000.00; Memorial Day Observance 200.00; Public Welfare 20,000.00; General Fund: Fixes Salaries – Supervisor 4000.00; Town Clerk 2000.00; Town Counsel 1200.00; Justice of Peace (5) 5000.00; Assessors (6) 6000.00; Receiver of Taxes 1500.00; Attendance Officer 750.00; Registrar, Vital Statistics 250.00; Constables 9425.00;Clerk for Supervisor 1200.00;Clerk for Assessors 1200.00; Total 32,525.00. Constables, Special Officers 4000.00; Rent for Supervisor’s Office 420.00; Rent for other Town Offices 1200.00; Advertising & Notices 1000.00; Office Expense, Telephone, Postage, Stationery, etc. 1000.00; Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Rec of Taxes, Highway Supt. 1000.00;Clerks on Assessment Rolls 500.00;Expenses, Assessors 500.00;Assessment Rolls 150.00;Expenses- Justice of Peace 200.00;Town Trustees, Services & Expenses 100.00; 346 Salaries, Clerks for Receiver of Taxes 800.00;Expenses, Receiver of Taxes 600.00;Insurance, Compensation, Traffic Lights, Town Beach 300.00;Constables Expenses 3650.00;Police Telephone 200.00;Fees & Physicians 30.00;Maintenance of Town Beach 500.00;Life Guard 140.00;Doctor’s Services 50.00; State Retirement System 900.00; Association of Towns, Membership Fee 43.00; Shade Tree Fund 200.00; Heat, Light, Water, Town Clerk’s Office 525.00; Advertising fund 500.00; Total 184,046.25; Estimated Receipts: Mortgage Tax 1000.00; Income Tax 10,000.00; Franchise Tax 2500.00; Beverage Tax 17,000.00;Tax Penalties 2,000.00;Licenses (Dog) 1000.00;Licenses 50.00;Fines & Fees 1500.00;Consession at Town Beach 150.00;Bank Tax 1000.00; Rent & Storage 50.00;Total 36,250.00; Special Districts: Orient Fire 3000; Orient Light 1320;Orient Mosquito 1200;East Marion Fire 4250;East Marion Light 1260;Fishers Island Fire 5623;Fishers Island Light 1599.96;Southold Fire 12,800.;Southold Light 2280;Southold Park 4000;Peconic Light 1699.92; 347 Cutchogue Fire 7000; Cutchogue Light 2635.92;Mattituck Fire 5000;Mattituck Light 3411.96;Mattituck Park 1000;Mattituck Blvd Light 579.96; School Districts No.2 Orient 10,900.00; No. 3 East Marion 5498.90;No 4. Fishers Island 34,743.50; No. 5 Southold 42,300.00; No. 6 Southold 3207.39; No. 7 Peconic 13,685.00; No. 8 Cutchogue 9431.00; Mattituck 32,153.00; No. 10 Greenport 87,801.11; No. 11 Laurel 3930.01; No. 12 Cutchogue 15,799.06; No. 14 Mattituck 7500.00; No. 15 New Suffolk 6229.38. The Annual Budget Hearing, required by law, was announced for October 20, 1939, at 1:30 PM, at the Office of the Town Clerk in Southold; and the Town Clerk was directed to publish the required notice in the papers of the Town, together with the salaries of the Town Officials as required. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 4:30 PM R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 348 Meeting of October 20, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of the Town Clerk on October 20, 1939. The meeting was called at this time and place for the Annual Hearing on the proposed Budget. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 by Supervisor Horton, with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. At the request of the Supervisor, the Clerk read the call for the meeting, and affirmed that the notice had been published, as required by law, in the papers of the Town. The Clerk also affirmed that the salaries required by law to be advertised had been duly published. The Supervisor then formally declared the Budget Hearing open. There being no taxpayers present to discuss the proposed Budget, the Board went over the items and discussed plans for the coming year. The Budget hearing was formally declared closed at 2:45pm and on motion made by Justice Terry, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted, as follows: Town Budget for 1940 Highway Fund 60675.50; Machinery Fund 18850.75; 349 Misc Fund: for Snow Removal 6000.00; for Weed, Brush, etc 8000.00; Salary & Expenses, Town, Supt. & Deputy, if any 4100.00; for other misc. purposes 4260.00; Total: 101,886.25 Highway Bond & Interest 5927.00; Public Libraries 5000.00; Memorial Day Observance 200.00; Public Welfare 20,000.00; General Fund: Fixes Salaries – Supervisor 4000.00; Town Clerk 2000.00; Town Counsel 1200.00; Justice of Peace (5) 5000.00; Assessors (6) 6000.00; Receiver of Taxes 1500.00; Attendance Officer 750.00; Registrar, Vital Statistics 250.00; Constables 9425.00;Clerk for Supervisor 1200.00;Clerk for Assessors 1200.00; Total 32,525.00. Constables, Special Officers 4000.00; Rent for Supervisor’s Office 420.00; Rent for other Town Offices 1200.00; Advertising & Notices 1000.00; Office Expense, Telephone, Postage, Stationery, etc. 1000.00; Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Rec of Taxes, Highway Supt. 1000.00;Clerks on Assessment Rolls 500.00;Expenses, Assessors 500.00;Assessment Rolls 150.00;Expenses- Justice of Peace 200.00;Town Trustees, Services & Expenses 100.00;Salaries, Clerks for Receiver of Taxes 800.00;Expenses, Receiver of Taxes 600.00;Insurance, Compensation, Traffic Lights, Town Beach 300.00;Constables Expenses 3650.00;Police Telephone 200.00; 350 Fees & Physicians 30.00;Maintenance of Town Beach 500.00;Life Guard 140.00;Doctor’s Services 50.00; State Retirement System 900.00; Association of Towns, Membership Fee 43.00; Shade Tree Fund 200.00; Heat, Light, Water, Town Clerk’s Office 525.00; Advertising fund 500.00; Total 184,046.25; Estimated Receipts: Mortgage Tax 1000.00; Income Tax 10,000.00; Franchise Tax 2500.00; Beverage Tax 17,000.00;Tax Penalties 2,000.00;Licenses (Dog) 1000.00;Licenses 50.00;Fines & Fees 1500.00;Consession at Town Beach 150.00;Bank Tax 1000.00; Rent & Storage 50.00;Total 36,250.00; Special Districts: Orient Fire 3000; Orient Light 1320;Orient Mosquito 1200;East Marion Fire 4250;East Marion Light 1260;Fishers Island Fire 5623;Fishers Island Light 1599.96;Southold Fire 12,800.;Southold Light 2280;Southold Park 4000;Peconic Light 1699.92;Cutchogue Fire 7000; Cutchogue Light 2635.92;Mattituck Fire 5000;Mattituck Light 3411.96;Mattituck Park 1000;Mattituck Blvd Light 579.96; 351 School Districts No.2 Orient 10,900.00; No. 3 East Marion 5498.90;No 4. Fishers Island 34,743.50; No. 5 Southold 42,300.00; No. 6 Southold 3207.39; No. 7 Peconic 13,685.00; No. 8 Cutchogue 9431.00; Mattituck 32,153.00; No. 10 Greenport 87,801.11; No. 11 Laurel 3930.01; No. 12 Cutchogue 15,799.06; No. 14 Mattituck 7500.00; No. 15 New Suffolk 6229.38. A letter was read from the Board of Elections relative to the Town’s obligation to watch the polls for the vote on the Town Proposition to appear on the ballot in the forthcoming election. The Town Clerk and the Town Attorney were directed to visit the Board of Elections and to make necessary plans for the canvassing of the vote on the proposition. A letter was read from Sarah J. Acker of New Suffolk complaining that various property owners in that hamlet had fenced off Old Harbor Road in such a manner that access to the water was denied to the public. The Town Clerk was directed to write to Miss. Acker, and to inform her that the Town Officials were investigating the public’s rights in the matter, and that such action as was proper and necessary would be taken when the Town had completed its investigation. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: 352 Whereas, A petition has been received by this Board from property owners of this Town urging that the amount of the money raised annually for the support of the Public Libraries in the Town of Southold be increased; Be It Resolved: That a proposition be placed on the Southold Town ballot to raise $7500 per year for library purposes. Unanimously adopted. Following discussion of the success which had been achieved by the crews engaged in moving escallop “set” from Mill Creek to creeks in various parts of the Town, on motion by Justice Reeve, which was seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That pursuant to the action taken by the Southold Board of Town Trustees relative to the planting of escallop “set” in the waters of the Town, the appropriation for such work be fixed as not to exceed $300. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Whereas, A petition bearing the names of most of the residents on the street involved has been presented to this Board, asking that the name of Railroad Avenue be changed to Youngs Avenue; Be It Resolved: That the name of Railroad Avenue in the hamlet of Southold be and hereby is changed to Youngs Avenue, the latter name being of greater interest. After discussion, the Resolution was placed on the table until the next meeting of the Board. 353 The Clerk was directed to write to the Long Island Lighting Company and to request that the neon sign directing traffic to the business section of Mattituck be placed on a separate meter, and that the bill for the current used be sent to the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, It appears that the W.P.A. forces in the Town, which have been employed in the construction of the Greenport Sewage System for the past two years, may be turned back to the Town during the coming year; and Whereas, The Town must have projects accepted now in order to have them in shape in case WPA is returned to the Town this year; Be It Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is empowered to sign WPA project papers at this time in order to have them available. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Whereas, The County Relief System has been dissolved by resolution of the Suffolk County Board of Supervisors; Therefore, Be It Resolved: That, as of November 1, 1939, Southold Town again assume control of Home Relief for residents of the Town. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Be It Resolved: That Archie W. Symonds of Southold be and hereby is appointed Welfare Officer of Southold Town to serve at the pleasure of this Board, at a salary of $1800 per year. Be It Further Resolved: That Rosetta Tuthill of 354 Mattituck be and hereby is appointed Investigator, to serve at the pleasure of this Board, at a salary of $1600 per year. Be It Further Resolved: That Mary Harbeck of Greenport be and hereby Is appointed Investigator, to serve at the pleasure of this Board, at a salary of $1500 per year. Be It Further Resolved: That Leslie Smith of Greenport be and hereby is appointed to serve as Clerk in the Welfare Office at the pleasure of this Board, at a salary of $1092 per year. Be It Further Resolved: That Eloise Bradley of New Suffolk be and hereby is appointed Stenographer, to serve in the Welfare Office at the pleasure of this Board, at a salary of $988. Be It Further Resolved: That an allowance of $25 per month be paid each Investigator for car expense. Unanimously adopted. The Clerk was directed to write to Lawyer Stanley Corwin and to inform him that the matter suggested in his letter to the Board had been given careful consideration, and that it would be taken up again by the Board; but that the Board was not yet ready to take definite action on it. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is empowered to purchase one carload of snow fence at a cost of 8 cents per foot. Unanimously adopted. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 4:45 PM R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 355 Special Meeting of Southold Park District. The annual meeting of the Southold Park District was held at the office of the Town Clerk on Friday, October 27, 1939. The Town Clerk called the meeting to order at 8 o’clock and read the call of the meeting. The Clerk displayed affidavits from the publisher, showing that the meeting had been duly advertised. Nat. E. Booth was chosen chairman of the meeting. He called for nominations for the Office of Treasurer, to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Mr. A.J. Dickerson. The name of Dr. Paul L. Diefenbacher was presented, the nomination was seconded. There were no other nominations. Henry F. Van Wyck was named Teller. When the polls were declared closed the Teller reported six votes cast, as follows: 5 for Dr. Diefenbacher; 1 blank. The chairman declared Dr. Diefenbacher elected as Treasurer to fill out the unexpired term. The meeting was then opened for general discussion, and a number of matters of vital interest to the District were considered. The meeting adjourned at 8:45 PM R.L. Davison, Clerk 356 Meeting of November 8, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor Horton, Greenport on th Wednesday, November 8, 1939. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins & Reeve; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. On motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted, the Bond of Archie W. Symonds in the sum of $500 with the Royal Indemnity Company, for the faithful performance of his duty, was approved. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the matter of the change of name of Railroad Avenue be brought before the Board. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, a majority of the residents of Railroad Avenue in the hamlet of Southold have expressed a desire that the name of Railroad Avenue in said hamlet be changed to Youngs Avenue; Be It Resolved: That the name of Railroad Avenue in the hamlet of Southold be and hereby is changed to Youngs Avenue. 4 yes; 1 no – Adopted The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine bills against the Town. Adjournment was at 4PM R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 357 Meeting of November 17, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, November 17, 1939. Present were Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Reeve; and Town Superintendent of Highways Price. In the absence of Town Clerk Davison, Justice Terry was appointed Clerk pro tempore. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. A communication was read from the Public Service Commission announcing a hearing to be held on the proposed consolidation of the Fishers Island Telephone Company and the Fishers Island Electric Company. Since the audit of Home Relief bills will add to the duties of audit day, it was agreed to open the next meeting at 10:00 am. The meeting adjourned at 3:30 pm Harry Terry, Clerk Pro Tem. 358 Annual meeting of the Southold Fire District. The annual meeting of the Southold Fire District was held in the Fire House in said District on Tuesday, December 5, 1939. The meeting was called to order by the clerk, who read the call of the meeting and displayed affidavits from the publisher of the Long Island Traveler, affirming that the notice of the meeting had been duly advertised and posted. Henry F. Van Wyck was duly elected Chairman of the meeting. John Scott and John Berry Jr were appointed Tellers and were duly sworn by the Clerk. The Clerk stated that nominating petitions had been filed at his office for the following: John Kaelin, Nathaniel E. Booth and Harry J. Smith. The polls were declared open at 7pm. The Chairman formally declared the polls closed at 10:00pm and, after examining the ballot the Tellers announced that 126 votes had been cast, as follows: John Kaelin 95; Nat. E. Booth 26; Harry J. Smith 5 The Chairman declared Mr. Kaelin duly elected. The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 359 Annual Meeting of the Mattituck Fire District The Annual Election of the Mattituck Fire District was held at the Fire House, Mattituck, Town of Southold, New York, on December 5, 1939 between the hours of 7pm and 10pm for the purpose of electing a Fire Commissioner for a term of five years in the place of George G. Tuthill, and a Fire District Treasurer for a term of three years in the place of Donald R. Gildersleeve. The results were as follows: For Commissioner: Charles Reeve 50 votes; George L. Penny 106 votes; Total 156 Mr. Penny was declared elected For Treasurer: Donald R. Gildersleeve 141 votes; Blank 15; Total 156 Mr. Gildersleeve was declared elected We certify that the above is correct to the best of our knowledge and belief (signed) Irwin A Tuthill, Chairman; Clifford E. Hallock, Inspector; Harold Hudson, Clerk. 360 Annual Meeting Orient Fire District This is to certify that at a legally called meeting of the Orient Fire District held on December 5, 1939, the election for Commissioner resulted as follows: For Commissioner E.H. King 14; B.D. Latham 6; Blank 1 For Treasurer E.E. Luce 20; Blank 1 For Appropriation $3000. 13 3500. 3 (signed) James F. Douglass, Chairman William Y. Terry, Inspector Fred Haberman, Inspector 361 Annual Meeting of the Cutchogue Fire District We, the undersigned, hereby certify that at the Annual election for the Fire Commissioner, for five years, held at the Cutchogue Fire House on December 5, 1939, John Z. Machinchick was duly elected Fire Commissioner. (signed) Ellis F. Billard, Chairman Alfred S. Davids, Teller Adam Zaveski, Inspector Henry E. Case, Clerk 362 Meeting of December 5, 1939 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, December 5, 1939. The meeting was called to order at 10:45 am with the following members Present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve, and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting, which had been taken by Secretary pro tempore Harry Terry, were read and approved as read. Welfare Officer Symonds appeared before the Board and discussed at length matters of Relief and policy with the Board members. A communication was read from Miss. Sarah Acker of New Suffolk thanking the Board for its interest in the matter of Old Harbor Road, New Suffolk. A communication was read from the Long Island Lighting Company concerning the Board’s request that the neon sign at the entrance to the shopping district in Mattituck be placed on a separate meter. A copy of the Company’s letter to the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce was enclosed in which the Chamber was asked to confirm the request that the bill for said meter be sent to them. Following the recess for lunch, Justice 363 Terry made a brief, but very apt speech of appreciation to Justice Reeve for his excellent work on the Board. He called attention to the fine spirit of cooperation which had prevailed during the past six years and expressed the regret of the Board over the fact that Justice Reeve’s official connection with the Board would st be terminated on December 31. For the Board Justice Terry presented to Justice Reeve a fine floor lamp, which, he hoped, would bring some slight expression of the Board’s regard for the retiring Justice, and would bring comfort and pleasure to him. Justice Reeve replied with feeling of his appreciation of the excellent spirit which had been the invariable rule of the Board’s sessions. He thanked the members for their gift and assured them that, while he was retiring from the Board, his friendship and his interest would follow them through the years. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Be It Resolved: That the following be and hereby are appointed Dog Enumerators for the Town of Southold for the year 1940: August Armburst, of Mattituck Charles Gordon, of Southold Irving Rogers, of East Marion Ronald Sinclair, of Fishers Island. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Be It Resolved: That the Annual Meeting of the Board be held at the office of the Town Clerk, at Southold, at 1:30pm on Thursday, December 28. Be It Further Resolved: That the organization meeting of the Southold Town Board be held 364 At the office of the Supervisor at Greenport at 2pm, on Tuesday, January 2, 1940. Unanimously adopted. Mr. Stanley Dashen, a representative of the Addressograph Company, spoke on the tax writing equipment produced by his company and showed how it would simplify and expedite the work of the officials preparing the tax lists, eliminating much mechanical work and doing away with many of the chances of errors that exist in the present system. The Town Clerk and the Supervisor, both of whom had seen the equipment in use in several municipalities also spoke on the equipment and stated that they were of the opinion that its use would be beneficial in this Town. Mr. Dashen was told that the Board would consider the matter. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Terry: Be It Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized under Section 142 of the Highway Law to purchase from the Long Island Produce and Fertilizer Company, with the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways, Two (2) D30 Dump Trucks at a total cost of $7030 at the following terms: Allowance $1000, Balance $6030, F.O.B., Peconic. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Klipp: Be It Resolved: That Chief Otto Anrig be and hereby is authorized to purchase for the use of the Town Police Force, the following equipment: 1 case flares, 3 tear gas guns. Unanimously adopted. 365 The Board then sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. On motion duly made and unanimously adopted, the following undertakings were approved by the Board: Supervisor, $100,000 Supervisor, $40,000 Receiver of Taxes $50,000 The meeting adjourned at 4:45pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Read and approved Dec. 28, 1939 Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Reeve: Resolved: That pursuant to Sec. 141 of Chapter 63 of the Laws of 1936, the following estimate for the expenditure of Highway moneys by the Town Superintendent of Highways be approved at follows: Item 1, Highway Fund 60,675.50 Item 3, Machinery Fund 18,850.75 Item 4, Misc Fund 22,360.00 Unanimously adopted. 366 Annual Meeting of the Southold Town Board, December 28, 1939 The Annual Meeting of the Southold Town Board was held on Thursday, December 28, 1939. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm, with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Reeve and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Be It Resolved: That that portion of the resolution passed at the previous meeting of this Board relative to the time and place of the Organization Meeting of the Southold Town Board be and hereby is rescinded. Be It Further Resolved: That the said Organization meeting of the Southold Town Board be held at the office of the Supervisor, in Greenport at 10am on Friday, January 5, 1940. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Reeve: Be It Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to renew the lease of the concession at the Town Beach to Jack Levin of Greenport for a period of five years beginning Jan. 1, 1940. Unanimously adopted. A communication was read from the Secretary of the Fishers Island Fire Department concerning the injury of a member of said Department in line of duty. The Clerk was instructed to write to the Secretary of the Department and to 367 Inform him that the Town Attorney was looking into the matter from the legal point of view and would inform us at once of the Town’s position in the matter. As soon as the Board is informed by the Attorney, the clerk will send all information to them. Mr. Charles E. Pugsley of New Suffolk appeared before the Board and complained strenuously of unsanitary conditions resulting from the custom of certain owners of private property of permitting colonies of persons from distant places to pitch tents on said property, to the discomfiture of nearby residents. He was informed that the board would inquire into the situation and take such steps as the conditions required and the powers of the Board permitted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Be It Resolved: That the Board hereby approves the action taken by the Committee named to handle the escallop situation, for the protection of the transplanted escallops. Be It Further Resolved: That the compensation of the men employed as watchmen be approved; and that the bills for such services be approved and paid when such bills are presented for audit. Unanimously adopted. A communication was read from the Long Island Fishermen’s Association regarding a proposed general survey of the entire escallop situation. The letter asked for contributions from all interested towns to defray the cost of such survey. The matter was laid on the table for the present. 368 Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Klipp: Be It Resolved: That the Town Board hereby authorized the Supervisor to purchase for tax roll use of the following equipment from the Addressograph Company at a total cost of $4323. Said equipment to be used for tax roll work in the Town Clerk’s office: 1 Model 3040 Addressograph, equipped at specified in proposal;1 Model 6300 Electric Graphotype, also equipped as specified in proposal;10,000 style “GG” Addressolite frames, with double prolok tabs, sixteen tabbing sockets and zinc plates;1 BD-70 Cabinet with receding doors and lock and 70 trays;1 BD-70 Supply Cabinet. All the above to be delivered at Southold. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Reeve; seconded by Justice Klipp; Be It Resolved: That the following bonds of public officials be and hereby are approved: Supervisor 100,000;Supervisor 40,000;Town Clerk 1,000;Justice Hawkins 1,000;Supt. of Town Highways 2,000;Welfare Officer 1,000 Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Reeve: Be It Resolved: That, pursuant to Paragraph 1, Section 64 of the Town Law, as amended by Chapter 675 of the Laws of 1934, the Supervisor is hereby directed to deposit Town monies of the Town of Southold in the following Banks: the First National Bank of Greenport; The People’s National Bank of Greenport 369 The Bank of Southold, Southold, NY. The First National Bank of Cutchogue. The Mattituck National Bank & Trust Company. Be It Further Resolved: That each Depository above designated be and hereby is required to post as security for Town monies with them deposited collateral to the amount of 100%, less the $5,000 which is guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp, and that said collateral shall consist of the bonds or certificates of the United States of America, the State of New York, or of any County, City, Village or School District of the State of New York; and such security shall be deposited under such conditions as shall be agreed upon between the Supervisor and each of the said Depositories. Unanimously adopted. The Board audited the Annual Report of the Town Clerk, showing receipts and disbursements of $3,769.60, On Motion by Justice Hawkins, which was seconded by Justice Reeve and on roll call unanimously adopted, the report of the Town Clerk was approved. The Report of Supervisor S.W. Horton, showing the following Receipts, Expenditures and Balances, was audited by the Board: Receipts Expenditures Balance General Fund 60,426.75 54,701.09 5,725.66 Library Fund 5,000.00 5,000.00 - Surplus Fund 3,062.29 477.35 2584.94 Public Welfare 10,170.82 4,186.72 5,984.10 School Taxes 264,790.10 263,238.38 1,551.72 Southold Light 2,695.00 2,401.07 293.93 Southold Fire 12,538.69 12,500.00 38.69 Southold Park 2,039.50 2,000.00 39.50 370 Orient Light 1566.91 1384.06 182.85 Orient Fire 3062.57 3000.00 62.57 Orient Mosquito 1216.01 1200.00 16.01 Mattituck Fire 5027.20 5027.20 Mattituck Light #1 3825.58 3609.12 216.46 Fishers Island Light 1715.39 1600.00 115.39 East Marion Light 1455.71 1318.56 137.15 East Marion Fire 1045.52 1000.00 45.52 Peconic Light 2046.06 1785.00 261.06 Cutchogue Light 2482.58 2777.15 205.45 Cutchogue Fire 7390.78 7380.00 10.78 Mattituck Light No.2 661.96 609.01 52.95 State School Fund 13154.68 13154.68 Highway Bond Fund 12079.00 6152.00 5927.00 Town Tax Monies 569310.81 562167.48 5143.33 Highway Fund 70953.88 62729.20 8224.68 Bridge Fund 1088.41 105.76 982.65 Machinery Fund 19551.08 15469.02 4082.06 Misc Fund 33474.33 22707.82 10766.51 Obligations of the Town Highway Bonds 20,600 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp Be It Resolved: That the Annual Financial Report of the Supervisor be and herby is approved. 4 votes affirmative; Supervisor not voting. The Civil, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Hawkins were audited by the board. Moved by Supervisor; seconded by Justice Terry: Be It Resolved: That the accounts of Justice Hawkins, showing receipts and disbursements of 219.90 be and hereby are approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Reeve not voting. 371 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Be It Resolved: That the accounts of Superintendent of Highways Price be and hereby approved as follows: Highway Fund 70953.88 62729.20 8224.68 Bridge Fund 1088.41 108.76 982.65 Machinery Fund 19551.08 15469.02 4082.06 Misc Fund 33474.33 22707.82 10766.51 Five votes cast, all affirmative. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Be It Resolved: That the Civil, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Terry be and hereby are audited and the accounts of Justice Terry for the year be approved. 4 votes affirmative; Justice Terry not voting. The Civil, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Klipp were audited by the Board. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Be It Resolved: That the accounts of Justice Klipp be and hereby are approved. 4 votes affirmative; Justice Klipp not voting. Adjournment was at 4:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 372 Organization Meeting January 5, 1940 The organization meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor Horton, Greenport, on Friday, January 5, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 10am, with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Supervisor spoke briefly concerning the organization of the Board for the year’s work, and welcomed Justice Oliver W. Case of Cutchogue, to the deliberations of the Board, stating that he knew he was expressing the opinions of all the members when he extended a cordial greeting to Justice Case. He expressed the hope that the relations of the Board would continue to be friendly and that the Board would be animated only by the wish to serve the Town to the best of its ablilty. Justice Case responded in kind, stating that he also hoped that the most cordial of relations would prevail in the coming year. He affirmed his intention of giving his best to the job in hand, and assured the members that he would cooperate to the best of his ability to serve the Town. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. A recess was declared at 12:30 for lunch. The Board reconvened at 1:30 as a Committee on Audit. The Board was again called to order at 2:30pm The minutes of the previous meeting were read. The Clerk was instructed to enter the amount of receipts and 373 expenditures in the items concerning the audit of the books of Justices Terry and Klipp. With these corrections, the minutes were duly approved. Welfare Officer A.W. Symonds appeared before the board and presented a number of matters concerned with policy and practice in the Welfare Department of the Town’s work. The discussion of these matters occupied some two hours of the meeting. The matter of the application of Civil Service to employees of the Town was introduced by the Supervisor. Recent court decisions have interpreted the law to mean that practically every employee of every municipal or political subdivision will eventually have to be brought under Civil Service regulations. Due to the lateness of the hour, it was agreed to lay the matter on the table for future discussion. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Be It Resolved: That Irene Gagen be and hereby is appointed Temporary Assistant Clerk in the Welfare Department, to serve at the pleasure of the Board, to be employed for 55 ½ hours each month at a monthly salary of $20. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp; Be It Resolved: That the following be and hereby are appointed to the positions and at the salaries severally specified, each to serve at the pleasure of the Board: Russel L. Davison, Registrar of Vital Statistics at an annual salary of $250.00 Ralph P. Booth, Clerk for Assessors at an annual salary of $1200. Ella L. Phillips, Clerk for Supervisor at an annual salary of $1200. 374 Archie W. Symonds, Welfare Officer, 1800.00; Rosetta L. Tuthill, Social Investigator, 1600.00; Plus allowance of $25 per month for car expense. ;Mary R. Harbeck, Social Investigator, 1500.00; Plus allowance of $25 per month for car expense.; Eloise Bradley, Clerk, at an annual salary of $1092; Dorothy Gagen, Ass’t Stenographer at an annual salary of $988; Antone Chituk, Constable, @ 5. Per day, plus $2 per day car allowance; James P. Kelly, Constable, @ $5 per day, plus $2 per day car allowance; Otto L. Anrig, Constable, @ $5 per day, plus $2 per day car allowance; George G. Wetmore, Constable, @ $5 per day, plus $2 per day car allowance; Jesse F. Brooks, Constable, crossing duty and Watchman at Town Building Saturdays, $3 per day, actual duty; A.J. Gada, Constable, Fishers Island, at an annual salary of $300.00; Howard E. Overton, Special Constable, crossing duty, at a salary of $10 per month in school season; Webster Young, Special Constable, 3 days per week @ $3. Per day; Harrington Wickham, Special Constable, 6 nights every other week, at a salary of $3 per night; Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp: Be It Resolved: That Henry Y. King be andhereby is appointed constable, for thirty days, at a salary of $5 per day, and an allowance of $2 per car expense. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Case not voting. Moved by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Klipp: Be It Resolved: That the meeting of this Board regularly for 1:30 pm on Friday, January 19, 1940, be and hereby is changed to 1:30 pm, Thursday, January 18, 1940. Unanimously adopted. 375 Moved by Justice Horton; seconded by Justice Klipp: Be It Resolved: That Otto L. Anrig be and hereby is appointed Chief of Police of Southold Town. Unanimously adopted. The following Report of Chief of Police Otto Anrig was ordered included in the minutes of the meeting. Motor Vehicle Law Section 1293A Unauthorized use of Motor Vehicle 3 Section 58 Reckless Driving 6 Section 12 Failure to renew License 4 Section 20 Driving without License 9 Section 56 Speeding 2 Section 81 Passing on Left 1 Section 70 Leaving Scene of Accident 1 Section 11 No Registration on Trailer 1 Failure to keep to right 3 Driving while intoxicated 1 A.B.C. Law Conservation Law Section 321 1 Section 323 1 Section 335 1 Markets and Agriculture Law Section 197B 1 Section 197F 1 Penal Law Disorderly Conduct 14 Petit Larceny 17 nd Assault 2 Degree 2 rd Assault 3 Degree 12 rd Burglary 3 Degree 3 Seduction 1 Rape 1 Deaths involving Automobile Year 1939 3 Nick Busso, Greenport Thomas Conway, Southold Lolita DeGraff, Greenport Automobile Accidents Year 1939 130 376 Adjournment was at 5:25pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 377 Meeting of January 18, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Thursday, January 18, 1940 with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 2pm, the interim being devoted to an informal discussion of important matters pertinent to the Town’s business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. A communication was read from the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce asking that the Town assume the responsibility of paying for the current used by the Neon Sign at the entrance to the Mattituck Shopping district. At a previous meeting the Town Board had agreed on the request of Justice Reeve to ask the Long Island Lighting Company to have the sign put on a separate meter and to have the current charged to the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce. The Town Clerk was directed to write to the Chamber and to inform them that there was no legal way in which the Town could assume the cost of the current as a Town charge, and to state that if they wished such current charged to the Lighting District, it would be necessary for them to secure signatures for a petition to that end. The matter of the Old Harbor Road was again discussed at length. It brought out that Town Records show that the road originally ran to High Water Mark. The road is now shut off by private individuals so that the public has no access to the water at that point. A communication was read from the Riverhead Town Police inviting the police of Southold Town to attend the Police School which is to be operated in that Town. The Board indicated its appreciation of the courtesy and the Supervisor will express the thanks of the Board for the invitation. The Supervisor will also get in touch with Chief Anrig and have the 378 Invitation extended to the members of the Southold Town Force. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case; Be It Resolved: That the Town contribute $167 to the Exhibit at the New York World’s Fair for the coming year; said sum to be expended from the Publicity Fund. Unanimously adopted. The matter of applying the Civil Service system to all Town Employees was again brought before the Board. The Supervisor stated that he had reason to believe that nothing would be done by the Legislature during the present session. A communication was read from Judge Henry G. Wenzel Jr., in which the writer complained bitterly of the trespassing of the public and of the damages done by the trespassers to his property adjacent to the Town Beach at Arshamomaque. The Town Clerk was directed to write to Justice Wenzel and to inform him that the Board regretted that such conditions existed and to assure him that everything within the powers of the Board would be done to improve conditions there. The Report of Police Chief Anrig for the past year was read and was ordered filed. A communication was read from the Long Island Fisherman’s Protective Association in regard to the escallop survey being fostered by the Association. The letter stated that several of the Towns most concerned in the success of the escallop industry had already contributed toward the cost of the survey, and that it was expected that the survey would be productive of valuable results in building up a fund of information by which conditions for the protection of escallops might be improved and the industry be brought back once more to the point where it will provide winter employment for the people of the Town. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Be It Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to expend the sum of $100 toward the expense of the escallop survey being organized by the 379 Long Island Fisherman’s Protective Association and conducted by the Federal Bureau of Fisheries. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 5pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 380 Meeting of February 6, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on February 6, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 10:30, with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Lloyd Hamilton appeared before the board complaining over the lack of bounds setting off privately held oyster beds in Mattituck Creek. The Town Clerk was directed to write to George Braun and Richard Baseford and urge them to stake off the grounds underwater to which they hold grants. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Be It Resolved: That pursuant to Sec. 284 of the Highway Law, the agreement between the Town Board and the Superintendent of Highways for the expenditure of Highway money be approved. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Be It Resolved: That Henry Y. King be and hereby is appointed Constable to serve at the pleasure of the Board. Unanimously adopted The Town Clerk was directed to write to the Fishers Island Fire District and to inform them that the bills for medical attention and other legitimate expense connected with the recent injury of one of the members of said District, will be paid, as required by law, by the Town Board, and will later be charged back against the district. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the town. Adjournment was at 5:30 pm, R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 381 Meeting of February 16, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday, February 16, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 pm with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. A letter was read from Meade Dobson, Secretary of the Long Island Association, kindly offering the services of the Association to the Town in it s preparation for th the 300 Anniversary Celebration. A communication from the War Department was read giving notice of a public th hearing to be held on February 24 on the application of M.T. Thompson to build a dock in front of his property at Cutchogue. The matter was discussed, and as there appeared to be no objection to the structure, the Town will not appear at the hearing. The mater of Old Harbor Road, New Suffolk was discussed at length. After the subject had been studied fully, the following Resolution was offered by Justice Case, seconded by Justice Hawkins, and on roll call unanimously adopted: Be It Resolved: That the Town of Southold apply to the State Land Office for a grant of land underwater at the Peconic Bay end of Old Harbor Road, New Suffolk. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Be It Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to expend the sum of $150, or such part thereof as may be necessary, as the deposit required by the State Land Office for the survey entailed by the foregoing Resolution. Unanimously adopted. Attorney Stanley Corwin of Greenport appeared before 382 The Board concerning fees in Civil cases before the Justices of the Town. He suggested that certain legal fees now collected by the Justices and paid over to the Town be not charged in the future. He also urged that the Justices adhere to the same procedures in the matter of fees. There appeared to be a strong feeling among the Justices that the fees ought to be levied according to law. The Board assured Mr. Corwin that the matter would be considered in full and a decision announced later. Matters pertaining to Home and Work Relief were discussed at length. Adjournment was at 5 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 383 Southold Park District The Annual Meeting of the Southold Park District was held at the Office of the Southold Town Clerk on Friday evening, March 1, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 8 o’clock by the Town Clerk, who read the call of the meeting and offered the affidavit of F.M. Hawkins of the Long Island Traveler attesting the fact that the meeting had been duly advertised. The Town Clerk then awaited nominations for the Office of Chairman of the meeting. Mr. Earl Hagerman was nominated. There being no other nominations, the nominations were closed and Mr. Hagerman was unanimously elected. R.L. Davison was elected clerk, and Charles Van Duzer and Walter Gagen were elected Tellers. All elected officers were sworn by Justice Herbert M. Hawkins. Polls were declared open at 8 and ballots were cast for a Commissioner in the place of Nat. E. Booth and for a Treasurer in the place of Dr. Paul L. Diefenbacher, both of whose terms of office then expired. Resident taxpayers also voted on the appropriation of $3000 which was asked by the Commissioners for the repairs and maintenance of Park District properties. While balloting was in order, there was general discussion of the affairs of the Park District, and many of the voters present name known their views on various aspects of the Park business. There was discussion of the condition of several parks and suggestions as to how they might be made even more valuable to the community. There was a suggestion to the end that a portion of the property held by Mrs. Frank D. Smith, east of the park at Founders Landing be hired by the Commissioners, at once to give more room at the Landing, and to regulate in some measure trespassing on Mrs. Smith’s land. At 9:30, there being no further voters present to ballot, the polls were declared closed. The Tellers examined the ballots and announced the following 384 results: For Commissioner: Henry Van Wyck 6 Joseph Gomez, Jr 1 Dr. S.B. Fischer 30 37 total For Treasurer: Dr. Paul L. Diefenbacher 23 Dr. S.B. Fischer 1 24 total For the Appropriation: Yes 12 No 1 13 total The meeting adjourned at 9:30pm It was regularly moved, seconded and unanimously adopted that the meeting send to Mr. Nat E. Booth a sincere message of its appreciation for the many years of service which he has given to the District. 385 Meeting of March 5, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, March 5, 1940, with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 10am, and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. This being the Audit Meeting, the Board at once sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. A recess was declared at 12:30 for lunch. Following lunch, the Board again sat as a Committee on Audit. The Audit being finished at 3:30, the Board again was called to order for regular business. Complaints from Orient residents of bad drainage conditions on the Main Highway, Route 25, were brought up for discussion, following which the following Resolution was offered by Justice Terry, seconded by Justice Hawkins and on roll call unanimously adopted: Whereas, the drainage condition on Route 25 in the village of Orient, L.I., in front of the property of the Union Free School was never properly taken care of at the time of the building of the State Road, so that after every hard storm the water rests to the depth of the running board of an automobile, completely submerging the road; Therefore Be It Resolved: That the Town Board of the Town of Southold, Suffolk County, New York respectfully requests the State Highway Department of the State of New York to take the necessary steps to remedy the situation. The Town Clerk was directed to send a copy of the foregoing Resolution to Superintendent J.J. Darcy of the State Highway Commission, Babylon, NY, and urge the matter upon him for consideration. The matter of fees in Civil suits before the Justices 386 of the Town was again brought up for discussion. The Supervisor appointed Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case a committee to examine into the matter at length and to report back to the Board, bringing with said Report a schedule by which all of the Justices will be guided. The Town Clerk was directed to procure a copy of Digest of Fees for Justices from Dennis & Co., and from Williamson Law Book Company for use in this research. Archie W. Symonds appeared before the Board and spoke on a number of matters pertaining to Work and Home Relief. The necessary papers having been signed and the Motion required preparatory work having been completed, on offered by Superintendent Price, seconded by Justice Case, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That South Cross Road and Midwood Road be and hereby are accepted by the Southold Town Board as public roads. There was discussion on the matter of policy regarding roads based upon the experience of other Towns on Long Island, and upon experiments which Superintendent of Highways Price has been conducting on Southold Town Roads, it was agreed that the new treatment which the Town has been employing on certain roads in the Town was far more satisfactory than the light oil treatment formerly used. The new process makes a road that, while more expensive in its first cost is so much more durable that the Board agreed with the Superintendent of Highways that it was far more economical over a period of years. Accordingly, it was agreed to purchase a roller for the construction of such roads. Moved by Superintendent Price; seconded by Justice Hawkins, Be It Resolved: That pursuant to the provision of Chapter 142 of the Highway Law, and subject to the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways, the Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized and empowered to purchase from the Good Roads Machinery Company one Galion Variable Wright Tandem Roller, at a 387 Total cost of $3600 Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: th Be It Resolved: That the Regular meeting of this Board, scheduled for March 15, be postponed to Friday, March 29, 1940 at 1:30pm. Unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 5:40pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 388 Meeting of March 29, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Friday, March 29, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A letter was read from District Engineer J.J. Darcy, of the State Highway Commission, replying to the communication from this Board regarding drainage conditions on Route 25 in the village of Orient. It was the opinion of the Board that the District Engineer has an incorrect picture of the situation in Orient. The Supervisor will arrange to see Mr. Darcy and will go into the matter with him at length. A letter was read from Mr. Alfred Tucker of the Long Island Fisherman’s Association, thanking the Board for its response to the appeal from his Association for help in the matter of trying to arrange for an Escallop Survey by the Bureau of Fisheries. Mr. Tucker informed the Board that he had been notified that the Bureau was at present undermanned and had not the personnel to allow any men to be placed on this project; and that consequently those Towns which had agreed to help would not be called upon. A letter was read from Mrs. Nellie E.L. Reiff, deploring the condition of Mattituck Creek and complaining concerning the plan to bridge the Inlet, which plan, she stated, would mar the beauty of the Creek. Attorney William Wickham of Cutchogue appeared before the Board and requested that the Board take over and maintain as a public highway a short length of road running from Route 25 in the Village of Cutchogue to the grounds of the “Old House” which is now being restored. The Board agreed to view the proposed road. th The matter of distinguished guests of the Town for the forthcoming 300 Celebration was brought up for discussion. The Town Clerk presented a list which he had been instructed to prepare. 389 Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is authorized to secure official th invitations for the 300 Anniversary Celebration of the Founding of Southold Town. Unanimously adopted. The Town Clerk was instructed to send for the affidavits of Mr. Leo Valentine of Fishers Island, and those of his attending physician, so that the compensation for loss of employment on the part of Mr. Valentine can be settled, as well as the charges of his physician. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Audit Meeting of this Board be held on Tuesday, April 9, 1940, at 10:00 AM Unanimously adopted The Board then recessed and proceeded to Cutchogue to view the road above mentioned. The necessary papers having been presented on the matter, the following resolution was offered by Justice Hawkins and seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Town take over and work as a public highway Case’s Road, in the hamlet of Cutchogue. Unanimously adopted The meeting was adjourned at 6:00pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 390 Meeting of April 9, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, April 9, 1940. The following members were present at the meeting: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 10 o’clock am, and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and duly approved as read. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine Claims against the Town, recessing at 12:15 for lunch. Following lunch the work of auditing was continued until 2:30. A. Symonds, Town Welfare Officer, appeared before the Board and discussed matters of policy concerning the work of his department. The Board studied at length a bill concerning “Work for Relief”, which has passed both branches of the State Legislature and is now before the Governor for his consideration. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins: “Whereas, the Southold Town Board in 1934 favored plans for local work relief and has during the period from 1934 to the present been strongly of the opinion that legislation to permit subdivisions of the State to execute their own work relief programs would be of great benefit in the flexible handling of the relief problem; and “Whereas, Assembly Bill Int. No. 1419 and a companion Bill in the Senate have been passed by both houses of the Legislature and now await the consideration of the Governor; and “Whereas, this bill embodies many of the features which the Town Board favored for many years, enabling the local communities to act more directly in work relief, thereby eliminating much of the long range administration, which of necessity cannot operate as efficiently nor as economically in local matters as can local administration; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That this Board does earnestly petition the 391 Governor, Herbert H. Lehman, to give the most careful study to these bills, in the hope that this study will result in his affixing his signature so that these bills bay become law. Unanimously adopted. Justice Klipp was appointed a committee to secure information on the cost of getting water to the building on the Town Beach. Matters concerning the forthcoming Tercentenary Celebration of the Founding of Southold Town were discussed by the Board. The Board granted a Junk Dealer’s License to Frank Johnson of New Suffolk. The Board refused a Junk Dealer’s License to Anthony Zunno of Lake Ronkonkoma. Adjournment was at 5:55 pm Russell L. Davison Town Clerk 392 Meeting of April 19, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, April 19, 1940, with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; and Town Clerk Davison. Mr. Alfred Tucker, representing the Long Island Fishermen’s Protective Association, attended the meeting and discusses at length with the Board the general situation with regard to bay escallops. He complimented the Board on its interest in the situation and expressed the hope that the industry might be brought back to its former importance in Eastern Long Island waters. The Town Clerk was directed to secure invitations for the distinguished guests of the Town for the ceremonies commemorating the Three Hundredth Anniversary of the settlement of Southold. The following resolution was unanimously adopted at a meeting of the Southold Town Board on Friday, April 19, 1940: Whereas, The recent order issued by the Suffolk County Board of Health which st would prohibit the sale in the County of raw milk after July 1, 1940 appears to this board as premature, arbitrary, uneconomic and unnecessary; and Whereas, this order would immediately curtail the livelihood of all farmers in Suffolk County who can and do now sell raw milk from herds too small to warrant expensive pasteurization plants, placing upon many of these already hard pressed farmers unnecessary and additional burdens; and Whereas, The County daily production of unpasteurized milk total 35,426 quarts against 22,375 quarts daily of pasteurized, which figures show the drastic effect this order would create in the milk business of Suffolk County; and 393 Whereas, Present safeguards, the tuberculin test and the general supervision, appear entirely adequate to protect the public of Suffolk County from impure milk; and Whereas, A process is being developed and has promise of early availability which will give the results of pasteurization with much less expense than the present methods and will not change the nutritive value of raw milk; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That this Board vigorously opposes and does hereby express this opposition to the proposed ban on raw milk, and that this expression of apposition be forwarded to the Suffolk County Board of Health and to the Board of Supervisors of Suffolk County; and Be It Further Resolved: That this Board urges the Board of Supervisors to take whatever steps may be necessary to prevent this ban on raw milk from becoming effective. The question of pasteurizing milk, and the proposed action of the Suffolk County Board of Health in forbidding the sale of raw milk in Suffolk County was discussed at great length. Moved by Supervisor Horton; seconded by Justice Case. Unanimously adopted. A communication from Mr. George Kiefer requesting a grant of lands underwater in East Creek was read before the Board. The Board will view the site and consider the matter. Adjournment was at 4:45 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 394 Meeting of May 7, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, May 7, 1940, with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Communications were read from the following: From the Suffolk County Board of Health, assuring the Town Board, in answer to its protest of recent date that the matter of pasteurizing milk would be considered at a joint meeting with the Board of Supervisors and the Board of Health before definite action was taken. From A. R. Grebe of Fishers Island, requesting information concerning the status of Hedge Street on Fishers Island. From Goodell Hill of South Harbor, requesting that the Town send trucks and men to clean up a dump on property recently acquired by him. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. A recess was declared at 12:30. The meeting reconvened at 1:30 and the audit was completed at 2:15, at which time the meeting was again called to order. 395 Old Harbor Road in Cutchogue was discussed at length. A.W. Symonds, Welfare Officer, appeared before the Board to discuss matters relative to Relief in the Town. Justice Klipp, who was previously appointed a Committee on the Town Beach, made an informal report on the situation there. His Committee was continued with instructions to look into the matter of procuring a fence for both the east and west bounds of the Town property. There was discussion of the Town’s part in the forthcoming Celebration. The matter was taken under advisement and action will be taken at an early meeting. Adjournment was at 4:20pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 396 Meeting of May 17, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, May 17, 1940, with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Communications were read as follows: From the State Traffic Commission, replying to the request of this Board for a traffic light on Route 25 in the hamlet of Southold, stating that the situation at that point had been carefully studied and that the Commission had taken the following steps: Erected signs on Route 25 near the intersection of Beckwith Avenue forbidding parking or standing automobiles within 25 feet of either corner; established a restricted speed zone between Hortons Lane and Youngs Avenue; and painted parallel parking areas within this zone. From Burton-Potter Post of the American Legion inviting the members of the th Board to attend ceremonial installation exercises on May 24. The Town Board was also invited to take part in the Memorial Day Parade. The Board spent considerable time planning its activities and duties in the th forthcoming 300 Celebration of the settlement of Southold Town. 397 A recess was declared and the Board went to Pipes Neck to view the bridge on the public highway there. Steps will have to be taken to halt erosion which will very soon cut off the roadway at that point unless the action of the creek is controlled. The Board then went to Fleet’s Neck where a light is requested for a light at the bulkhead at the foot of the public highway. The Board feels that the situation there is somewhat dangerous and will consider the matter of installing said light. The Board then visited the property of Mr. George Kiefer, who had petitioned the Board for a grant of land underwater in the creek fronting his property. The Board made a careful survey of the situation and directed the Town Clerk to write to Mr. Kiefer, stating it could not recommend granting such request to the Board of Town Trustees for the following reasons: The bed of the creek at that point is natural clamming grounds and it is not in the public interest to restrict the public’s access to natural resources. The grant asked would take practically the whole creek bed at that point and might very seriously restrict future development of the potentially valuable property along the creek. The Grant was not necessary to prevent erosion of the bank at that point, as the bank is well back from the creek. Finally, granting such a request would establish a dangerous precedent and would encourage every other owner of creek frontage to make like demands, which, if granted, 398 Would very seriously restrict the use and enjoyment of the creeks by the public. Adjournment was at 5:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 399 Meeting of June 4, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton in Greenport on Tuesday, June 4, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 10:00 am and immediately sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. A recess was declared at 12:15. The Board reconvened at 1:30 with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Former Justice Wm. B. Reeve called upon the Board and participated in the discussion of various subjects. A communication was read from Dr. S. B. Fischer concerning the disposition of stray dogs. A letter was read from Mr. A.G. Patterson highly complimenting the Town Police for apprehending vandals who had damaged his property. Notices of the School for Welfare Officials and Town Highway Superintendents offered by the State at Hobart College, was read. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: That the Town Welfare Officer and the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby are authorized to attend the school instituted for Town Officials at Hobart College. Unanimously adopted. A communication was read from Mr. Thomas Mrowka of Peconic complaining of drainage upon his property. As the condition of which he complains is a natural one, and not one which results from 400 highway drainage, the Board feels that there is nothing it can do to remedy the situation. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to procure assistance of Counsel to further his study of the situation at Old Harbor Road, New Suffolk, if he deems such assistance necessary or desirable. Unanimously adopted. Town Welfare Officer Symonds appeared before the Board and discussed matters pertaining to Hospitalization and Medical expense. Several specific relief cases were discussed at some length. Inasmuch as the matter of drainage on Mechanic Street, in the hamlet of Southold, at present offers difficulties, the Town Superintendent of Highways suggested that the Town take over and work an extension of said street, which will permit him to carry such drainage to the natural gutter. Moved by Superintendent of Highways Price; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That when the necessary papers and maps are presented, the Town take over and work as a public highway the extension of Mechanic Street, Southold, from the present southerly end of said Mechanic Street to the gutter or creek. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Superintendent of Highways Price; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be authorized to purchase under Section 142 of the Highway Law from the Good Roads Machinery Company, with the approval of the County Supt. of Highways, for a total price of $2400 F.O.B., Peconic one 10-ton Trailer. Terms of 401 Said purchase to be as follows: Trade in allowance for 5-ton trailer $400, check for 2000, total $2400 Unanimously adopted. The Town Clerk was instructed to publish the Fire Works Ordinance in the newspapers of the Town. Adjournment was at 4:45 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 402 Meeting of Junce 21, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, June 21, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. The question of Old Harbor Road was discussed at great length. It is the aim of the Board to find a proper solution of the problem of just where said road comes to high water mark. The matter is still under study. The papers on the Mechanic Street Extension were presented to the Board and were duly signed, inasmuch as this road was accepted at a previous meeting subject to the receipt of the necessary papers and maps. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the July Audit Meeting be held at the office of the Supervisor, th Tuesday, July 9. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 5:15pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 403 Meeting of July 9, 1940 The Southold Town Board met for its monthly Audit Meeting at the office of the Supervisor on July 9, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 10:00 am with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Recess was declared at noon for lunch. Following recess the Board again sat as a Committee on Audit until 2pm at which time general business was discussed. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, Section 640 of the Education Law requires that the Town Board appoint st Attendance Supervisors before August 1 of each year, and fix the compensation of such Attendance Supervisors; Now, therefore, be it Resolved: That Frank Dawson of New Suffolk, be and hereby is appointed Attendance Supervisor for the Town of Southold, subject to the approval of the District Superintendent, P.B. Matthews, Mr. Dawson to pay his own expense. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Supervisor Horton; seconded by Justice Case: th Whereas, during the week of the Celebration of the 300 Anniversary of the settlement of Southold Town, the huge crowds attending the many events have been handled with such skill that not even a minor accident has occurred to mar the record of the Celebration; and Whereas, Chief Otto Anrig of the Southold Town Police and his officers have worked incessantly throughout the week to direct Traffic and to safe guard the public; and Whereas, the Fire Departments of the several villages have given freely of their time and energy to direct the lines of automobiles and to supervise 404 parking at the several events; and Whereas, the members of the several Legion Posts have freely assisted with this work on all occasions; and Whereas, Members of the Sheriff’s force gave invaluable aid during the period of the Grand Parade; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board hereby expresses its appreciation of the fine community spirit and interest animating these several groups, and its appreciation of the zeal and the high degree of efficiency with which this highly important task was performed. Unanimously adopted. The following Greeting to Southold Town from the Mayor and the Town Council th of Southwold, England, on the occasion of Southold’s 300 Anniversary Celebration, was read and ordered spread on the minutes of this meeting: To, Southold, Long Island, New York From, Southwold, Suffolk, England To the Supervisor and members of the Town Board of Southold, Long Island, New York, and to all its Residents. We, The Mayor, Aldermen and Burgesses of the Ancient Burough of Southwold in the County of Suffolk, England send Greeting to our Daughter Town of Southold on the unique and auspicious occasion of the Three Hundredth Anniversary of its Settlement. We desire to make known and to place on record the deep affection and esteem 405 which we have for the peoples of our Daughter town. We extend to them our hearty congratulations on the attainment of the Three Hundredth Anniversary of their Settlement and we wish them all success at the ceremonies commemorating the same and we pray that the almighty will protect and spare them the troublous times through which we are passing and we fervently hope they may enjoy many more happy Anniversaries of their Settlement and that the years which lie ahead may be blessed with the fullness of peace and prosperity. Given under the Corporate Seal of the Mayor, Aldermen and Burgesses of the Burough of Southwold this seventh day of June One thousand nine hundred and forty. F. Jenkins, Mayor Andrew J. Cutten, Depty Mayor Ernest G. Naunton, Town Clerk The Town Clerk was directed to write to the Town Council of Southwold, and to the Mayor, and to express the deep appreciation of this Board for the friendly Greeting; to express the deep sympathy of our people for the people of England in this period of grievous trials and suffering which they are experiencing; and to express the hope of this Board that the clouds of war might soon be dissipated and that peace might speedily return to their land. A. W. Symonds, Welfare Officer, appeared before the Board and discussed Relief matters. Adjournment was at 4:15 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 406 Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: th Whereas, The Celebration of the Town’s 300 Anniversary was highly successful from every point of view; Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board highly commend the Committee in charge of arrangements for the unqualified success of its entire program for the Southold Town Tercentenary Celebration; and Be it further Resolved: That this Board commend the fine community spirit which has animated the Committee in its efforts to make this historic occasion one of which the Town as a whole may well be very proud, and one to which all who were fortunate enough to attend the many events will long look back with a feeling of deep pride in the Town, as well as in the achievements of the Committee. Unanimously adopted. 407 Meeting of July 19, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Friday, July 19, 1940. Present at the meeting were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, and Case; Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were declared approved as read. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Whereas, Several residents of the Town of Southold have reported that their names were omitted in the enumeration made by the 1940 Census takers; Be It Resolved: That the Town Clerk suggest to the publishers of the several Town papers that they urge residents who have not been counted that these leave their names with some member of the Town Board, so that the Board may have the Enumerators call upon residents who were omitted and list their names. Unanimously adopted. A communication was read from County Treasurer Joseph Kirk regarding taxes on the Sproessig property at Cutchogue. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, a request has been received from the Cutchogue Chamber of Commerce, asking for installation of the following lights: ( 1 ) A bracket lamp, such as are used in the village of Cutchogue, to be installed on the pole just north of the Fire House on New Suffolk Lane; (2) A street lamp, to be installed at the dead end of Fleetwood Road in front of the property of Charles Sproessig. 408 Be It Therefore Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is directed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install the said two lights in the Cutchogue Lighting District. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, The Town Board working in cooperation with the Board of Town Trustees, has planted escallops in Hallock’s Bay and in other waters of the Town; and Whereas, It now appears that the escallops so planted are thriving and give promise of meeting the expectations of the Town Board and the Board of Town Trustees in preserving the species and eventually making it possible to bring back to the people of this Town the very profitable winter industry which It formerly had; and Whereas, it seems wise to afford such plantings the maximum of protection; Therefore Be It Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is named a committee of one to take such steps as in his judgement seem necessary for the strict enforcement of the law to protect escallops in said Hallock’s Bay and in other waters of the Town; and to work in cooperation with the Board of Town Trustees to this end. Unanimously adopted. The Board audited a number of urgent claims against the Town. Adjournment was at 5:55pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 409 Southold Park District A Special Meeting of the Southold Park District was held at Community Hall, in said District, on July 29, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 8pm by Town Clerk Davison, who read the call of the meeting, exhibited the affidavits of the Publisher of the Long Island Traveler, and stated that the meeting had been duly advertised as required by law. He then asked for nominations for a chairman. Dr. S.B. Fischer was nominated and duly elected. The Chairman appointed Alvah B. Goldsmith, Clerk; and Joseph Bennett and Harold Richmond, Tellers. All officers of the meeting were sworn in by the Town Clerk. The meeting agreed to vote first on the proposition authorizing the Park Commissioners to construct a jetty at Founders Landing, at a cost not to exceed -- -, so that the Budget could be voted to meet the needs. The vote on the jetty proposition was: Yes, 16; Blank, 1; No, 9: Total 26 The meeting then voted on the Budget as asked by the Commissioners as follows: Maintenance of Park Properties Bond and Interest $4000 Yes – 23 No - 3 The meeting was adjourned at 9:45pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 410 Meeting of August 6, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, August 6, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 10:00 am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read, and were duly approved as read. A letter was read from Mrs. Hugh Spiers, of Nassau Point, highly commending the Town Police for their efficient services in the accident in the Spiers home on July th 24. A letter was read from Thomas F. Lynch enthusiastically commending the police and all other agencies in the Town which contributed to the “marvelously effective handling of the tremendous traffic” during the Celebration week. A letter was read from Mrs. C.L. Schmelzel, complaining of the loss of a sign from her home in the Englewood Colony. A letter was read from F. W. Teeves, complaining that the opening of the channel at Goldsmith’s Inlet permitted the water in said Inlet to fall below its former level with alleged injury to his property. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Recess for lunch was declared at 12:00 noon, the Board reconvening at 1pm 411 Moved by Supervisor Horton; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, In the Celebration of the Tercentenary of the Settlement of Southold Town, the Committee in charge has worked on its preparations for over a year; and Whereas, The Tercentenary Celebration moved through an entire week of varied and outstanding events; and Whereas, The Celebration was throughout a dignified and worthy tribute to the proud historical background of Southold Town; and Whereas, the entire Celebration disclosed the choicest of fine community cooperation in which every agency, element, and group in the Town worked together for the success of the Celebration; and Whereas, the Celebration was an unqualified success and was thoroughly commendable from every point of view: Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board highly commend all who by their fine cooperation and fine community spirit have made the Southold Town Tercentenary Celebration so successful an event, and one which reflected such credit on the people of our Town. Justice Case was made a committee of one to call on Mr. Teeves and go into the matter of Goldsmiths inlet with him. A letter was read from Mrs. James Gallo of Cutchogue, complaining of (gngts). The clerk was instructed to write to Mrs. Gallo and ask for suggestions. It was agreed to hold the next meeting of the Board on Tuesday, September 10, 1940. The meeting was adjourned at 5pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 412 Meeting of September 10, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport on Tuesday, September 10, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 10:00am, with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board immediately sat as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Recess was at noon for lunch. Audit work was completed by 2pm, and the Board considered general business. The resignation of Jesse Brooks, who has served Southold Town for almost seven years, as special officer was presented to the Board. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas Officer Brooks of Greenport has served as special constable in the Town of Southold for the past seven years; and Whereas, Mr. Brooks has filled his position in such a manner as to reflect credit upon himself and on the town; and Whereas, such faithful services merit the recognition of this Board. Be it Resolved: That this Board accept with regret the resignation of Mr. Brooks Be it further Resolved: That this board expresses its hearty wishes to Mr. Brooks in his new position and Be it further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be directed to send Mr. Brooks a copy of this resolution. Unanimously adopted. The Resignation of Mr. Averill Ketcham, 413 Special Officer, was presented to the Board. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, Averill Ketcham has served as Special Constable in the Town of Southold for the past seven years, and Whereas, Mr. Ketcham has faithfully performed the duties of that position with credit to himself and to the Town. Therefore it be Resolved: That this Board accept with regret Mr. Ketchams resignation; Be it further Resolved: That the Board express its best wishes of success to Mr. Ketcham in his new duties. Be it further Resolved: That a copy of this resolution be sent to Mr. Ketcham. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the annual Fishers Island meeting be held on Friday, September 20. Unanimously adopted. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Shanklin and to inform him that the trip would be made on that day, and to tell him that the Board would arrive at the East Harbor at or about 11 o’clock. A complaint was lodged with the Board concerning the conditions of the bridge on Bridge Lane. There was discussion concerning the status of Hedge Street, Fishers Island. While the street has been used many years as a public highway, and as such has been worked by the Town. There appears no records of the Town’s Books of any acceptance 414 Of Hedge Street. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry. Whereas, Hedge Street, Fishers Island, bounded & described as follows: “Commencing at a mark set on the Northeasterly side of Montauk Avenue, the line extends in an Easterly direction and runs along the northerly side of property of Thomas C. Pollock, a distance of one hundred, thirty eight and 00/100 (138.00) to an angle thence, turning to the left 166 33’ the lines extend on a northeasterly direction along the northerly side of property of Charles H Hedge a distance of eighty eight and 6/100 (88.6) to an angle; Thence turning to the left 50 38’ the line runs in a Northeasterly direction along the Northwesterly line of the property of Alfred C. Hedge a distance of one hundred sixth-eight and 7/100 (168.7) feet to an angle; thence, turning to the left 54 55’ the line runs in a Northerly direction along the Westerly line of the properties of Sarah Voorhees, Shaun L. Maynard, Grace C. Spieis and Louise M. Henderson a distance of two hundred forty and 00/100 (240.00) feet to an angle, thence, turning to the left 147.43 the Southwesterly lines of Mary F. Rathbun and Mary S. Murphy a distance of one hundred thirty nine and 9/100 feet to the property of Henry I Maxwell, formerly the Hoffart property to a dead end.” Has been used and worked as a Public Highway for more than twenty years and section 189 of the Highway Law states that “all lands used by the Public as a highway for the period of twenty years or more, shall be a highway, 415 with the same force and effect as if it had been duly laid out and recorded as a highway, and Whereas, the said Hedge Street has been used by the public as a highway for more than twenty years; Now, therefore, Be it Resolved: That the said Hedge Street, be and hereby is named a public highway, pursuant to section 189 of the Highway law. Unanimously adopted The clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Edward Kelly, Inter-Co. Title Guar. & Mort. Co, and also to Mr. Geeke of Fishers Island, and to send to each of these men a copy of the above Resolution. Moved by Justice Case & seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be instructed to establish the boundaries of the Mill Road, Peconic. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp; Resolved: That George Muir of East Marion be and hereby is appointed Special Officer for night duty in the place of Averill Ketcham resigned. Unanimously adopted. Mr. T.W, Teeves, a property owner of Peconic appeared before the Board and complained of the opening of the sluiceway at Goldsmiths Inlet, Peconic. Mr. Teeves presented a petition containing the names of many people, property owners and others asking that the situation be remedied. The Board will study the situation. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 416 Meeting of October 4, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of the Supervisor of Greenport on Friday October 4, 1940, with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and the Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and duly approved and read. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Case: Whereas, The Town Board meeting at which the Preliminary Estimate was to be th presented, the Fishers Island meeting scheduled for September 20, was necessarily cancelled owning to advise weather; and th Whereas, The meeting scheduled for September 24 in place of the postponed meeting had also to be cancelled owning to adverse weather, and st Whereas, The revised plans for said meeting on October 1 were also necessarily cancelled on account of weather; Now Therefore Be it Resolved: That this meeting be and hereby is named the Preliminary Budget Estimate and the Annual Estimates be filed as follows: Clerks Note: These notes & records, covering several meetings are filled with careless spelling and may other inaccuracies. The Clerk’s minutes of these meetings were carefully prepared, but were copied into the records by N.Y.A. workers, for whom we were directed to find tasks. As soon as the slovenly character of the work was evident, the clerk refused to permit this work to be done by the N.Y.A. workers. 417 Preliminary Budget Estimate and Annual budget Estimate, Town of Southold for 1941 Highway Fund, $60,500; Machinery Fund $19,000.00; Miscellaneous Fund (for snow removal, weeds, brush etc, Salary & Expenses, Town Supt. of Highway and Deputy) $22,500.00; Total $102,000. Highway Bond & Interest $5702.00; Public Libraries $7500.;Memorial Day Observance 200; Public Welfare 20,000; General Fund: Fixed Salaries: Supervisor 4,000; Town Clerk 2,000; Town Council (blank); Justice of Peace (5) 5,000; Assessors (6) 6,000; Receiver of Taxes 1,500; Attendance Officer 750.;Registrar of Vital Statistics 250.; Constables 9,425.; Clerk for Supervisors 1,200; Clerk for Assessors 1,200; Constables & Special Officers 2,000 33,325.00 Rent for Supervisors Offices 420.; Rent for other Town Offices 1,200; Advertising & Notices 800; Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, Stationary, etc 1,000; Premiums on Bonds, Supervisors, Receiver of Taxes & Highway Supt. 1,400; Clerks on Assessment Rolls 500.; Expenses – Assessors 400.; Assessors Rolls 300.; Expense – Justice of the Peace 200. 418 Salaries – Clerks for Receiving of Taxes 800.; Expenses - Receiver of Taxes 500.; Insurance - Compensation, Traffic Lights, Town Beach 400.; Constable Expenses 4,200; Police Telephone 200.; Fees to Physicians 30.; Maint. of Town Beach 500.; Life Guard 200.; Dr’s Services 50. Office Equipment (blank) State Retirement system 900.; Association of Towns Membership Fees 43.; Shade Tree Fund 200.; Heat, Light, water, Town Clerks Office 500.; Advertising Fund 500.; Estimated Receipts: Mortgage Tax 1,000; Income Tax 10,000; Franchise Tax 2,900; Beverage Tax 17,000; Tax Penalties 2,000; License (Dog) 1,000; Licenses 50. ; Fines & Fees 1,500; Concession at Town Beach 150. ; Bank Tax 1,000; Rent & Storage 50. 419 Special Districts Orient Fire 3,000; Orient Light 1,320; Orient Mosquito (blank); East Marion Fire 1,300; East Marion Light 1,000; Fishers Island Light 1,260; Fishers Island Fire 1,600; Southold Fire 7,245; Southold Light 14,030; Southold Park 2,280; Peconic Light 4,000; Cutchogue Fire 1,700; Cutchogue Light 5,500; Mattituck Fire 2,676; Mattituck Light 5,500; Mattituck Blvd Light 3,452.04; Mattituck Park 580. School districts No 2 Orient 10,000; No 3 East Marion (not readable); No 4 Fishers Island 32,954.70; No 5 Southold 45,815; No 6 Southold 3,654.91; No 7 Peconic 13,658; No 8 Cutchogue 9,600; No 9 Mattituck 32,391; No 10 Greenport 88,023.21; No 11 Laurel (blank); No 12 Cutchogue 16,096.06; No 14 Mattituck 7,500; No 15 New Suffolk 7,691; Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Resolved: That the regular meeting of the Southold Town Board be held Friday, Oct. 25, 1940 at 1:30 pm at the offices of the Supervisors. 420 Further Resolved: That the Annual hearing of the Budget be held at the said time and place. Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is authorized to publish notices of said hearing and to advertise the salaries of officials, as required by law, in the newspaper of the Town. Unanimously adopted Meeting of October 4 continued . . . Moved by Justice Case, seconded by Justice Klipp Be it Resolved: That the Supervisor be & hereby authorized, as requested by Justice Shanklin of Fishers Island, to attend the hearing of Henry Labohonkis of said Fishers Island and to represent the Town Board at said hearing. Unanimously adopted R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 421 Meeting of October 25, 1940 Annual Hearing on Budget The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport, on Friday, October 25, 1940, with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Supervisor called the meeting to order at 1:30 and declared the hearing on the Annual Budget duly opened. The Town Clerk affirmed that the Hearing had been advertised as required by law. A letter of appreciation from the Cutchogue Fire Department, thanking the Board for its prompt action in installing a light near the Fire House, was read. A letter was read from Captain Charles H. Sproessig of Cutchogue requesting that an ordinance regulating the speed of boats in the creeks and channels of the Town be passed by this Board. The matter will be discussed at length and the recommendations of the Board, if any, will be forwarded to the Board of Town Trustees, inasmuch as such matters are within the jurisdiction of the Trustees. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Be it Resolved: That Chief Otto Anrig be and hereby is authorized to employ the entire force and such extra help as he may deem necessary to maintain order and prevent vandalism on Halloween. Unanimously adopted. 422 Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Be it Resolved: That the monthly audit meeting of the Southold Town Board be held on Tuesday, November 12, 1940. Be it Further Resolved: That the regular Monthly Meeting of the said Board be held on Friday, November 22, 1940. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, Benjamin Roache of New Suffolk has taken a keen interest in the maintenance of law and order in our town; and Whereas, He has been ready at all times to render all possible aid to our police force and to our Justices; and Whereas, He has been ready at all times to sacrifice his time and to work zealously whenever accidents or other emergencies placed unusual burdens on our force; and Whereas, especially in the recent tragic accident which resulted in the drowning of four young people from a neighboring Town, he worked tirelessly and effectively with our officers in their attempts to recover the bodies of the victims; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town hereby express its sincere appreciation of the generous assistance rendered by Mr. Benjamin Roache, not only in the accident above mentioned, but in many situations in recent years. Be It Further Resolved: That the Southold Town Board highly commend the interest and the cooperation of 423 Mr. Roache. Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be instructed to send a copy of this Resolution to Mr. Roache. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Be It Resolved: That, pursuant to Section 141 of Chapter 63 of the Laws of 1936, the Estimate of the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is approved as follows: Item 1, 59,827.00 Item 3, 19,900.00 Item 4, 22,500.00 Unanimously adopted. County Superintendent of Highways, Harry Tuthill, attended the meeting and discussed Highway matters with the Board. At 4:35 pm the Supervisor formally declared the Hearing on the Annual Budget closed. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry; Resolved: That the 1940-1941 Annual Budget be and hereby is adopted as follows: Highway Fund, $59,827; Machinery Fund $19,000.00; Miscellaneous Fund (for snow removal, weeds, brush etc, Salary & Expenses, Town Supt. of Highway and Deputy) $22,500.00; Total $102,227. Highway Bond & Interest $5702.00; Public Libraries $7500.; 424 Memorial Day Observance 200; Public Welfare 20,000; General Fund: Fixed Salaries: Supervisor 4,000; Town Clerk 2,000; Justice of Peace (5) 5,000; Assessors (6) 6,000; Receiver of Taxes 1,500; Attendance Officer 750.; Registrar of Vital Statistics 250.; Constables 9,425.; Clerk for Supervisor 1,200; Clerk for Assessors 1,200; Constables & Special Officers 2,000 33,325.00 Rent for Supervisors Offices 420.; Rent for other Town Offices 1,200; Advertising & Notices 800; Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, Stationary, etc 1,000; Premiums on Bonds, Supervisors, Receiver of Taxes & Highway Supt. 1,400; Clerks on Assessment Rolls 500.; Expenses – Assessors 400.; Assessors Rolls 300.; Expense – Justice of the Peace 200.; Salaries – Clerks for Receiving of Taxes 800.; Expenses - Receiver of Taxes 500.; Insurance - Compensation, Traffic Lights, Town Beach 400.; Constable Expenses 4,200; Police Telephone 200.; Fees to Physicians 30.; Maint. of Town Beach 500.; Life Guard 200.; Dr’s Services 50. State Retirement system 900.; Association of Towns Membership Fees 43.; Shade Tree Fund 200.; 425 Heat, Light, water, Town Clerks Office 500.; Advertising Fund 500.; Estimated Receipts: Mortgage Tax 1,000; Income Tax 10,000; Franchise Tax 2,900; Beverage Tax 17,000; Tax Penalties 2,000; License (Dog) 1,000; Licenses 50. ; Fines & Fees 1,500; Concession at Town Beach 150. ; Bank Tax 1,000; Rent & Storage 50. Special Districts Orient Fire 3,000; Orient Light 1,320; Orient Mosquito 1,300; East Marion Fire 1,000; East Marion Light 1,260; Fishers Island Light 1,600; Fishers Island Fire 7,317.18; Southold Fire 14,030.; Southold Light 2,780; Southold Park 4,000; Peconic Light 1,700; Cutchogue Fire 5,500; Cutchogue Light 2,676; Mattituck Fire 5,500; Mattituck Light 3,452.04; Mattituck Blvd Light 580. ; Mattituck Park 0 426 School districts No 2 Orient 10,000; No 3 East Marion 5,765.04 ; No 4 Fishers Island 32,954.70; No 5 Southold 45,815; No 6 Southold 3,654.91; No 7 Peconic 13,058; No 8 Cutchogue 9,600; No 9 Mattituck 32,391; No 10 Greenport 88,023.21; No 11 Laurel 5,202.24; No 12 Cutchogue 16,096.06; No 14 Mattituck 7,500; No 15 New Suffolk 7,091; Unanimously adopted Adjournment was at 5:25 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Read and approved Nov. 12, 1940 427 Meeting of November 12, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, November 12, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 10:30 am with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case: and Town Clerk Davison; The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, reconvening for general business at 12 noon. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case Be it Resolved: That Pursuant to subdivision 675 of the Laws of 1934, this Board hereby designate as Depositaries for Town monies: First National Bank of Greenport, Greenport, NY People’s National Bank, Greenport, NY Bank of Southold, Southold, NY First National Bank of Cutchogue, Cutchogue, NY Mattituck National Bank & Trust Co, Mattituck, NY Be It Further Resolved: That John W. Edwards, Tax Receiver, be and hereby is directed to deposit all Town monies coming in to his hands in the above specified Banks. Be It Further Resolved: That said Banks shall pledge security in the amount of 100% of such deposits, less the $5000 guaranteed by Federal Deposit Insurance. Unanimously adopted 428 The Board recessed for lunch, reconvening for business at 1:30pm Lawyer William Wickham appeared before the Board in regard to Old Harbor Lane, New Suffolk. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case Resolved: That Dr. Schechter and Mr. Harry Tuthill be invited to attend the nd meeting of this Board scheduled for November 22, to discuss the matter of the Old Harbor Lane. Further Resolved: That Lawyer Wickham, counsel in the matter, write to the men interested advising them of the action of this Board. Unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 4:00pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Read and Approved Dec. 3, 1940 429 Dec. 3, 1940 Cutchogue Fire Department We, the undersigned hereby certify that at the Annual Election for Fire Commissioner for five (5) years, and a Treasurer for three (3) years, of the Cutchogue Fire District, Town of Southold, held at the Fire House on the above date (Dec. 3, 1940) Philip H Horton was duly elected Commissioner for five years, and Sherwood C. Beebe duly elected Treasurer for three years. Ellis F. Billard, Chairman Harrison Case, Inspector Gerald Beebe, Teller Henry E. Case, Clerk Orient Fire District Dec 3, 1940 At the annual meeting of the Orient Fire District, R. C. Terry was elected Commissioner for five years. The sum of $3,000.00 was voted to be raised by tax for the year 1942. James F. Douglass, Chairman W. Terry, Teller Fred Haberman, Teller 13 – R. C. Terry 11 - $3,000 430 Southold Fire District At the Annual Meeting of the Southold Fire District held at the Fire House in said Fire District on Tuesday, December 3, 1940, Nathan H. Sayre was elected Fire Commissioner for a term of five years. For N.H. Sayre 23; For John Bauer 11; Blank 1; Total 35 For Treasurer, for a term of 3 years beginning Jan. 1, 1941 For W. Corey Albertson 28; For Raymond Terry 1; For Owen Averette 2; ForR.J. Merwin 1; Blank 3 ; Total 35 For Proposition “To transfer $1,000 from the Surplus Fund to the Equipment Fund.” Yes 19; No 1; Blank 1; Total 21 We therefore declare N.H. Sayre elected Fire Commissioner for a term of 5 years beginning Jan. 1, 1941, and W. Corey Albertson elected Treasurer for a term of 3 years beginning on the above date. Chairman, Henry F. Van Wyck Tellers, Ray H. Hummel, James M. Lucey 431 Fishers Island Fire District. Certificate. We the undersigned, hereby certify that the following is a true and correct statement of the result of the canvass of the ballots cast at the Annual Election of the Fishers Island Fire District, held in the Fire House at Fishers Island, NY on the rd 3 day of December, 1940. Total ballots cast – 12 For the Office of Fire Commissioner for a term of 5 years Albert Romano 8; L. C. Foyle 3; A.K. Hamner 1 For the Office of Fire Commissioner for a term of 2 years L.C. Foyle 5; Albert Romano 3; J. Pieshoff 2; L. Greco 1; Serge J. Doyen 1 For the Office of Treasurer for a term of 2 years Serje J. Doyen 10 A.K. Hamner 2 (signed) A.J. Gada, Chairman J.J. Peishoff, Meeting Inspector C.W. Hedge, Ballot Clerk 432 Orient Fire District At the Annual Meeting of the Orient Fire District, R.C. Terry was electec Commissioner for 5 years, and the sum of $3,000 was voted to be raised by tax for the year 1942. (signed) James F. Douglas, Chairman Wm Y. Terry, Teller Fred Haberman, Teller Votes cast: R.C. Terry 13 Appropriation 11 Dec. 3, 1940 433 East Marion Fire District The Annual Meeting of the East Marion Fire District was held at the Fire House in said Fire District on Tuesday, December 3, 1940. For Commissioner for a term of 5 years: John Jetter – 12 E.L. Bennett – 1 Signed Chester L. Ketcham, Chairman G. Sanders, Nowell, Teller W. S. Adams, Teller East Marion Fire District Officers: Commissioners - Kenneth Vail Chester L. Ketcham, Chairman Daniel Brown G. Sanders Nowell John Jetter Treasurer Wm. S. Adams. 434 Mattituck Fire District, Dec. 3, 1940 The Annual Meeting of the Mattituck Fire District was held at the Fire House, Mattituck, Town of Southold, New York, on Dec. 3, 1940, between the hours of 7pm and 10pm, for the purpose of electing a Fire Commissioner for a term of five years in the place of Morrison G. Wines. The results were as follows: Chas Reeve 19 votes, Allyn Tuthill 20 votes, void 1, Total 40 votes Allyn Tuthill having received the greater number of votes is elected Fire Commissioner for the five year term beginning Jan. 1, 1941. We certify that the above certificate is correct to the best of our knowledge and belief. Chairman Irwin A. Tuthill Inspector Harold Hudson Clerk Clifford Hallock Jan. 3, 1941 R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Southold, New York Dear Sir: Under date of Dec. 20, 1940, Allyn R. Tuthill who was elected a Commissoner of the Mattituck Fire District on Dec. 3, 1940, tendered his resignation, declining to serve on account of his not being a tax payer, and therefore not qualified. Yours very truly, D. R. Gildersleeve, Sec. Board of Fire Commissioners, Mattituck Fire District 435 Meeting of December 3, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, December 3, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 10:30 am, with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board immediately sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, recessing at 12pm for lunch. The Board reconvened at 1:15pm for general business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Mention was made of the regular meeting of the Board which had been scheduled for November 22, 1940, but which had to be omitted. The members had been duly notified of the enforced cancellation of the meeting. Attorney William Wickham, Attorney Joseph Krupski, Surveyer Otto Van Tuyl, Dr. & Mrs. Schechter and Harrington Tuthill appeared before the Board to discuss the question of Old Harbor Road, New Suffolk. This Road, which according to record, runs to the “Bay or Harbor”, and for many months the Board has been attempting to determine just where the harbor end of the road is. At present the property owners have the public entirely cut off from access to the water. The Town Board hopes, if possible, to effect a settlement of the question which will satisfy all concerned. The matter 436 was discussed at great length, but no solution of the problem was presented. It was agreed to discuss the matter again before the Board takes definite action. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the matter of Old Harbor Road be laid on the table until the meeting of January 17, 1941. Unanimously adopted. Officer P.J. Kelly appeared before the Board to discuss the matter of securing telephone service at his home north of the railroad in Southold. The cost of running the lines in, and the various difficulties encountered make it a costly proposition. The matter was discussed from various angles and, as Officer Kelly hopes to secure a lot and move the house out of its present location and set it on property located on one of the public roads of the Town, the matter was tabled for the present. The meeting adjourned at 5:15pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Minutes read and approved Dec. 20, 1940 437 Meeting of December 20, 1940 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, December 20, 1940. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. A communication was read from Dr. Schechter regarding Old Harbor Road, New Suffolk. The communication asked the Town Board to withhold any definite action in the matter until he had an opportunity to go into it further with the Board. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, The Southold Town Board instituted proceedings for a Grand of Land Under Water at the end of Old Harbor Road in the hamlet of New Suffolk; and Whereas, The Town sent the required fee for such grant to the State Land Board; and Whereas, This projected action has been abandoned by the said Southold Town Board; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Town Clerk notify the Commissioner of Public Works of the Town’s intention to abandon such action and request the return of the said fee. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Be It Resolved: That a suitable gas gun and handcuffs be purchased for the use of the Constable on Fishers Island. Unanimously adopted. 438 The members of the Board were reminded of the Annual Meeting of the Board scheduled for Saturday, December 28, 1940. The meeting will be held at the Office of the Town Clerk, as required by law, and will be called to order at 1:30pm. Adjournment was at 4:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Minutes read and approved, December 28, 1940. 439 Meeting of December 28, 1940 The Annual Audit meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the Office of the Town Clerk, as required by law, on December 28, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A communication was read from Irving Williams, recently named Director of Probation in Suffolk County, thanking the Board for friendly cooperation. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Be It Resolved: That August Armbrust of Mattituck, Charles T. Gordon of Southold, Irving Rogers of East Marion, and Ronald Sinclair of Fishers Island, be and hereby are appointed Dog Enumerators for the Town of Southold for the year 1941. Unanimously adopted. The Report of the Supervisor for the fiscal year was presented, showing balances as follows: General Fund 4710.26; Welfare 743.25; Fishers Island Fire Dist. 293.32; Mattituck Park 142.47; Southold Light 248.98; Southold Fire 186.19; Southold Park 57.47; Orient Light 273.31; Orient Fire 45.79; Orient Mosquito 55.62; 440 Mattituck Fire ----; Mattituck Light #1 335.65; Fishers Island Light 246.17; East Marion Light 162.35; East Marion Fire 43.97; Peconic Light 193.99; Cutchogue Light 238.63; Cutchogue Fire 215.96; Mattituck Blvd Light 58.99; Highway item #1 11,392.07; Highway Bridge Fund 982.65; Highway Machinery 4552.92; Highway Misc 14,003.31; Surplus Account 2584.94. Following a brief discussion in which the members of the Board expressed their gratification over the excellent financial condition of the Town and its ability so to conduct its affairs in difficult times as to complete its year well within the estimated budget figures, it was Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Report of the Supervisor be and hereby is approved. 4 votes affirmative Supervisor Horton & Supt. Price not voting. The Report of the Superintendent of Highways, showing balances identical with the Highway items enumerated in the Report of the Supervisor was presented. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Report of the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is approved. 5 votes affirmative Supt. Price not voting. 441 The Town Clerk presented his Annual Report of Receipts and Expenditures, as follows: Receipts: From Sale of: Dog Licenses 2165.50; Deer Licenses 1.25; Hunting Licenses 747.15; Marriage Licenses 160.00; Transcripts 95.50; Filing Chattel Mortgages 56.50; Filing Conditional Bills 236.50; Searching Records 4.00; Delinquent Dog Fees 16.30; Filing Satisfactions 1.10; Storage of Voting Machine 20.00; Rent, Polling Place 40.00; Sale of Junk License 5.00; Total 3548.80. Disbursements: To County Treasurer for Dog Licenses 1941.00; To County Clerk, Hunting 574.35; To Supervisor, Fee, etc 893.45; To State Department of Health 40.00; Total 3548.80. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Report of the Town Clerk be and hereby is approved. Unanimously adopted. The Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Hawkins, showing receipts and disbursements of $357.90 were audited by the Board. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That The Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Hawkins be and hereby are approved. 4 votes affirmative Justice Hawkins not voting 442 The Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Oliver W. Case were audited by the Board, said accounts showing Receipts and Disbursements of $163.36. Moved by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That The Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Case be and hereby are approved. 4 votes affirmative; Justice Case not voting. The Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Norman Klipp for the fiscal year were duly audited, showing Receipts and Disbursements of $317.55 were audited by the Board. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That The Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Klipp be and hereby are approved. 4 voes affirmative; Justice Klipp not voting The Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Harry Terry showng Receipts and Disbursements of $11.50 were audited by the Board. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That The Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Terry be and hereby are approved. 4 votes affirmative; Justice Terry not voting Adjournment was at 5:30 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 443 January 7, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, January 7, 1941. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at 10:00 am, acting at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. The Audit was completed at 11:50 am and the Board sat for general business. A communication was read from Commissioner Arthur Brandt, stating that the $150 fee formerly paid by the Town in connection with the Town’s request for a grant of land under water in the matter of Old Harbor Road had been duly returned to the Supervisor. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is designated as the Official Representative of Southold Town at the Annual Meeting of the Association of Towns of the State of New York, to be held in Albany on February 19, 20, and 21. Unanimously adopted. The Board recessed for lunch and following lunch went to New Suffolk to view the situation at Old Harbor Road. Adjournment was at 3:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 444 January 17, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, Jan 17, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 2 o’clock with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, and Case; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A communication was read from Le Roy Reeve of Mattituck, representing the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce, asking for some sort of signs to warn motorists of the narrow bridges in that village, and particularly for a warning sign on the Westphalia Road Bridge. The Clerk was instructed to turn the letter over to Supt. Price. Attorney Wm Wickham attended the meeting and discussed various aspects of the Old Harbor Road situation. There was lengthy discussion of traffic control in the Town and also on other matters of general Town business. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Town Supt. of Highways be and hereby is authorized, under sec. 142 of the Highway Law and with the approval of the County Supt. of Highways, to purchase from George Malvese & Co., one Haiss 75c Loader complete, for a total price of $4850 F.O.B Peconic. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 3:50pm Russell L. Davison Clerk 445 Meeting of February 4, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, February 4, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 10:00 am with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Following discussion of the general Relief situation and of the status of W.P.A. workers in the Town, the following Resolution was offered by Justice Case, seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted: Whereas, The Greenport Sewage Project under WPA has reached the stage where most of the local workers have been discharged; and Whereas, Another project is being prepared by the Village of Greenport which will require the services of the said workers in approximately two weeks; and Whereas, In the interim these said workers have been placed on defense projects at Camp Upton; and Whereas, This disposition of the workers at once contributes to the national defense and keeps their families off the Home Relief rolls; Be It Therefore Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is constituted a committee to make such arrangements as he may deem necessary to care for the temporary transportation of the said workers to and from Camp Upton until such time as the new 446 Greenport Village project is begun. Old Harbor Road, New Suffolk, was again the subject of lengthy discussion by the Board. While the matter is still far from settlement, the Board has made considerable progress and expects to discuss the matter thoroughly at an early meeting. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, recessing at 12 noon for lunch. Following recess, the audit was completed and the Board reconvened for general business at 1:45pm. Moved by Supt. Price; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That under Section 284 of the Highway Law, the Agreement for the expenditure of Highway Moneys for the year 1941 as filed be and hereby is approved. Unanimously adopted, Moved by Supt. Price; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized to purchase under Section 142 of the Highway law, and with the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways, from the Long Island Produce & Fertilizer co., 1 K-8 International 3-4 ton dump truck complete with dumping body, hoist 34x7 tires, for a total price of $3534.00 F.O.B Peconic; trade in allowance $534.00, balance $3000.00 Unanimously adopted. Inasmuch as the Annual Meeting of the New York State Association of Towns comes during the week when 447 the regular monthly meeting is scheduled, the following Resolution was offered by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry; and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That the regular monthly meeting of the Southold Town Board be held on Friday, February 28, 1941 Following discussion on general toen matters, the Board adjourned at 3:55pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Read and approved Feb. 28, 1941 Special Meeting of Feb. 8, 1941. A special meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Saturday, February 8, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 2:00pm, with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. Also present were Attorney William Wickham, Assemblyman Edmund Lupton, and Harold R. Reeve and John McNulty, the latter two being Park Commissioners of the Mattituck Park District. The meeting had been called for the express purpose of examining proposed legislation action legalizing the creation of the Mattituck Park District and defining the powers of 448 The Park Commissioners. The proposed bill was examined in detail. Certain passages to which the Board objected were revised to the satisfaction of the Board. Following the discussion, Assemblyman Lupton agreed to have the Bill rewritten to conform to the suggestions put forth by the Board. He further agreed to submit the revised Bill to the Supervisor before introducing it. The meeting adjourned at 4:45pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 449 Meeting of February 28, 1941 The Southold Town Board held its regular monthly meeting at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, in Greenport on Friday, February 28, 1941. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the last regular meeting, and of the Special Meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Mr. Walter Hyatt of Southold appeared before the Board and presented a plan to the Board whereby the Town would abandon that portion of the present Hortons Lane, Southold, from a point north of Lily Pond to High Water Mark, and build, in place of the present end of the lane, a new road, turning west from the present lane just north of the Lily Pond, running west across property of Mr. Hyatt and to be dedicated by him to the westerly line of the Hyatt property, and thence northerly to the High Water mark of Long Island Sound. In addition Mr. Hyatt proposes to give the Town in exchange for the abandoned road head an additional 120 feet of Channel frontage lots, to be used for park purposes. The Board will view the property and will communicate with Mr. Hyatt as soon as the matter has been considered. Moved by Supt. Price; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent be and hereby is authorized under Sec. 142 of the Highway Law, with the ap- 450 proval of the County Superintendent of Highways, to purchase from the Good Roads Machinery Company, one dirt bucket boom for Hais Snow Loader complete, for a total price of $1515, F.O.B, Peconic. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Price: Resolved: That one additional light be placed on Pole # 7 on Mechanics Street Extension, Southold. Unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 4:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 451 Annual Meeting Southold Park District The Annual Meeting of the Southold Park District was held at the office of the Southold Town Clerk in said Park District on Tuesday evening, March 4, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 8 o’clock pm by the Town Clerk who read the call for the meeting and presented affidavits to show that the meeting had been duly advertised. Dr. S.B. Fischer was named Chairman of the meeting; and Fred Licht, Walter Gagen and David Lehr were named Tellers, all being sworn by the Town Clerk. On the vote for a Commissioner in the place of Dr. J.W. Stokes the vote was Dr. Stokes 29; blank 1. Dr. Stokes was declared elected. On the proposition to purchase the small triangular plot at the western entrance of the Village from the Estate of Lucy Brown the vote was yes 27; No 4. The Chairman declared the proposition carried. There was discussion of several matters of Park District business. The Commissioners were commended for their fine management of District matters. The meeting adjourned at 8:35pm R.L. Davison, Clerk 452 Southold Town Board Meeting of March 4, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Tuesday, March 4, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 10:00am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board at once sat as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, completing that work and recessing for lunch at 12:30pm. Following lunch, the Board viewed the proposed change at Hortons Lane, Southold; the proposed route for the North Road at Mattituck; the situation at Laurel Lane, Laurel; and Old Harbor Road, New Suffolk. Adjournment was at 4:45pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Minutes read and approved March 21, 1941 453 Southold Town Board Meeting of March 21, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, March 21, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 1:45pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Attorney William Wickham attended the meeting and presented a proposition on the Old Harbor Road for discussion. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be authorized, empowered, ordered and directed to remove all posts, fences and any and all other obstructions to or interferences with the highway or use thereof at New Suffolk known as Old Harbor Road, as this day laid out, described and defined by said Town Superintendent of Highways with the consent of the Town Board and entered on the records in the Town Clerk’s Office. And Be It Further Resolved: That the said Superintendent of Highways is further enjoined, empowered and directed to remove, enjoin or present further obstruction to or interference with the said highway or use thereof by the public, and to take any action or proceeding necessary or expedient in removing, enjoining or presenting any obstruction or interference. Unanimously adopted. On motion of Justice Case, which was seconded by Justice Hawkins, and on roll call unanimously adopted, the following order to the Town Superintendent was promulgated: 454 In the Matter of Laying Out, Describing and Defining a Highway at New Suffolk, in the Town of Southold, County of Suffolk and State of New York, known as Old Harbor Road. Whereas, a public highway known as Old harbor Road has existed at New Suffolk in the Town of Southold, Suffolk County, New York, and has been used and maintained at public expense for more than twenty years; and Whereas, said highway is not properly defined nor sufficiently described of record; Now, Therefore, I Harold D. Price, Superintendent of Highways of the Town of Southold, Suffolk County, New York, pursuant to Subdivision 8 of Section 140 of the Highway Law of the State of New York, and Section 189 of the said Highway Law of the State of New York, and upon consent of the Town Board of said Town of Southold, New York, hereunto annexed and made a part here of do hereby Order and Determine that said highway in said Town, known as Old Harbor Road be laid out, described and defined as follows: The Southwesterly line begins at a point on the easterly line of New Suffolk Lane, otherwise known as Fifth Street, said point being 108.47 feet northerly along said easterly line of New Suffolk Lane from the northwesterly corner of land of Sarah Acker, and runs from said point of beginning. First Course: S. 82dgr 46’ 36”E 87.88 Feet; Thence Second Course: S. 28dgr 15’ 20”E 667.66 feet; Thence 455 Third Course: S. 46dgr 18’ 30” E 780 feet more or less to the present ordinary high water mark of Cutchogue Harbor. The Northeasterly line begins at a granite monument set on the easterly line of New Suffolk Lane, otherwise known as Fifth Street, at a point 157.98 feet northerly along said easterly line of New Suffolk from the northwesterly corner of land of Sarah Acker and runs from said granite monument First Course: S. 82dgr 46’ 30” E. 113.55 to a granite monument; thence Second Course: S. 28dgr 15’20” E. 685.28 to a point formerly marked by a granite monument now removed; thence Third Course: S. 46dgr 18’ 30” E: (passing through a granite monument about 60 feet from the terminus of this course a distance of 632.83 ft; Thence Fourth Course: S. 89dgr 00’ E. 58 feet more or less to the present ordinary high water mark of Cutchogue Harbor and the first three courses along said north easterly line as herein defined are parallel, respectively, to the first three courses of the south westerly line as herein defined, and distant 49.5 feet therefrom, measured at right angles to said lines. Dated March 21, 1941 Harold D. Price, Town Superintendent of Highways in and for the Town of Southold, Suffolk County, New York. We, the undersigned, constituting the 456 Town Board of the Town of Southold, in the County of Suffolk, New York. Do hereby consent to the laying out, describing and defining of the highway in said Town known as Old Harbor Road as set forth in the annexed order. st In witness thereof, we have hereunto set our hands on this 21 day of March, 1941 S. Wentworth Horton, Supervisor Russell. L. Davison, Town Clerk Harry Terry, Herbert Hawkins, Oliver H Case, Justices of the Peace Adjournment at 8:30 pm – R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Southold Town Board hereby approves the purchase by the Orient Central Cemetery Association of the plot described as follows: “All that piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being at Orient, Town of Southold, County of Suffolk, bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point on the north side of Orchard Street at a stone post marking the southeasterly corner of land of the Orient Central Cemetery Association and running thence in a northerly direction by and along a fence, and thence in a northerly direction by and along a fence and land of the Orient Central Cemetery Association a distance of 423 Feet, more or less, to a post; thence running in an easterly direction by and along a fence and land of Orient Central Cemetery Association on a distance 457 of 223 feet, more or less, to a post; thence in a straight line in a southwesterly direction a distance of 514 feet, more or less, to the point and place of beginning, being a triangular parcel of land containing about one acre, be the same more or less.” Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is directed to write to the Long Island Lighting Company and to request that the meter change for current used by the directional neon sign at Mattituck be charged to Lighting District #1, Mattituck. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case, seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized and empowered to remove any and all obstructions in the Town roads. Unanimously adopted. The Southold Town Board held its regular monthly Audit meeting at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, April 8, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 10:10am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins & Case; Town Clerk Davison. The Board at once sat as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Concluding that phase of its work at 11:30. The Board then convened for general business, discussing matters of interest to the Town. Adjournment was at 4pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 458 Meeting of April 18, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Friday, April 18, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Supt. of Highways be and hereby is authorized to purchase paint for the buildings at the Town Beach. Unanimously adopted. Mr. Walter E. Hyatt, accompanied by Attorney George C. Terry attended the meeting. They presented the papers to the Board for the agreed closing of the northerly portion of Horton’s Lane, Southold and for the dedication of the new course of that portion of the road. As the Board had previously viewed the situation and agreed to carry out the plan when the necessary papers had been prepared, the agreements were signed and the Board signed the order for the new course of the road. Attorney Joseph Krupski appeared before the Board presenting a Petition from the Southold Park District. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: th Whereas, a written Petition, dated the 16 day of April, 1941 has been presented to and filed with the Town Board of the Town of Southold, together with the approval of the majority of the Commissioners 459 th Of the Southold Park District, dated the 17 day of April, 1941, and the said Petition praying that the Southold Park District be authorized by the said Southold Town Board to issue bonds of the said Southold Park District in the sum of three thousand dollars ($3000) for the purpose of building a jetty to protect the beach of said Southold Park District at Town Harbor, Southold; and Whereas, the said Southold Park District in its petition proposes to incur indebtedness by the issuance of said bonds in the sum of three thousand dollars ($3000) payable at the rate of $500 per year for a period of six years; It Is Hereby Resolved: That a meeting of the Town Board of said Town of Southold will be held at the Town Clerk’s Office, village of Southold, New York, on the sixth day of May, 1941, at 2:30pm, DST on that day to consider the said Petition and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof concerning the same and for such other action on the part of the said Town Board with relation to the said petition as may be required by law. Unanimously adopted. Mr. Teaves, a property owner of Peconic, appeared before the Board requesting that a barrier be constructed across the channel of Goldsmith’s Inlet, Peconic, to keep the water in the Inlet at a higher level. The Board discussed the matter at great length. Following a previous visit from Mr. Teaves, on the same subject, the Board has studied the matter and has viewed the Inlet at all stages of the tides. The Board feels that while damming off the 460 Inlet might please Mr. Teaves, the action would seriously injure other property owners there. A communication was read from Mr. Thomas Tynan, a property owner of Southold, complaining of the grade on Hobart Road in that village. As the letter was sent to the Supervisor, Mr. Horton will answer the letter and inform Mr. Tynan that Supt. Price is planning to regrade the road at once. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Town Board lease the yard in the rear of the Methodist Church, Southold, from the Trustees of the Southold Methodist Church, for the sum of one dollar ($1.00) per year and for a term of ten years, the said property to be used as a parking space for automobiles. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Supt. Price; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town Supt. of Highways be hereby authorized to purchase under Sec. 142 of the Highway Law, from Vail Bros., Peconic, one 4 door Buick Sedan, for a total price of $1238.34, F.O.B., Peconic, Trade in allowance $450.; check for $789.39. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 4:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 461 Meeting of May 6, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, May 6, 1941. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 10:00 am and the Board at once sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town; completing this work at 11:00am. The Board then convened for general business. A communication was read from Miss Sarah T. Acker, thanking the Board for removing the obstructions at Old Harbor Road, New Suffolk. The Board viewed the new road and park at the Sound end of Horton’s Lane, Southold; going from there to Peconic to view conditions at Goldsmiths Inlet. Following a brief recess from lunch, the Board reconvened at 1pm, recessing again to sit at the office of the Town Clerk in Southold for a public hearing on the Southold Park District Bond issue. The Supervisor read the call of the meeting; and the Town Clerk certified that the meeting had been properly advertised, according to law, and that notices had been posted concerning the proposed hearing in the required number of public places about the district. The hearing was formally declared open at 2:30pm. No qualified persons appearing to protest, following general discussion of park matters, the Supervisor formally declared the hearing closed at 3:00pm. 462 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Petition of the Commissioners of the Southold Park District for permission to issue bonds in the amount of $3000, pursuant to the terms of said Petition of April 18, 1941, be and hereby is granted. Unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 3:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 463 Meeting of May 16, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday, May 16, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 1:45pm, with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved at read. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Audit Meeting for the month of June be held on Tuesday, June th 10. Unanimously adopted. A communication was read from the East Marion Disposal Company, asking the Town to take over and maintain the dump in that village. A deed for the property accompanied the communication. Examination of the deed showed that no provision had been made for a public right of way to the property in question. The Supervisor will confer with officers of the Company to attempt to right this angle of the matter. Many matters of Town business were discussed at length. This discussion covered road matters, relief and other vital subjects. Adjournment was at 4:15pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 464 Meeting of June 10, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport on Tuesday, June 10, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 10:00 am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board at once sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding this work at 11:15am, at which time the Board sat for general business. A communication was read from Munder & Weisman, representing Dr. Sheckter of New Suffolk, concerning Old Harbor Road, New Suffolk. A communication was read from Mr. Teeves of Peconic warning the Board of the danger of drownings at Goldsmith’s Inlet, Peconic. The letter was placed on file. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: st Resolved: That a leave of absence without pay, beginning on July 1 of this year, be granted to Mary R. Harbeck. Unanimously adopted. The Supervisor reported that the East Marion Disposal Company has as yet been unable to secure a right of way to the property the said Company wished to have the Town take over. 465 Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, Welfare Officer A.W. Symonds has so organized the work of his office so that his services are required for part time only; and Whereas, Welfare Officer Symonds has taken on outside duties which will bring him in other compensation; and Whereas, He has suggested that his salary be reduced; st Be It Therefore Resolved: That beginning July 1, 1941, the salary of the Welfare Officer be at the rate of $1000 per year. Unanimously adopted. Theodore A Beebe, one of the members of the Board of Education of School District #12, appeared before the Board and asked the Board to furnish police protection at the Cutchogue School. There was considerable discussion, and the Board informed Mr. Beebe that the matter would be studied at length and that, as soon as possible, the Board would formulate plans for the solution of the entire matter of crossing protection at schools. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That Robert Adams be and hereby is appointed Special Constable of the Town of Southold, to serve at the Orient School crossing as of May 29, 1941, at a salary of $2 per day, to serve until the end of the present school year. Unanimously adopted. The Board viewed a proposal road 466 At Horton’s Point, Southold, calculated to open up the grounds around the Old Light House to the use of the public. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That Supt. Price be and hereby is authorized to procure a sketch of the proposed road at Horton’s Point for submission to the Southold Town Board. Unanimously adopted. There was considerable discussion as to the best method of caring for the new Town Park at Horton’s Lane, Southold. There were some practical objections to the proposal to turn the park over to the Southold Park Commissioners at a nominal rental. After consideration of the matter, the following Resolution was offered by Justice Case: seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That Justice Hawkins be and hereby is appointed a committee of one to supervise the Town Beach at Horton’s Lane, with authority to make expenditures as he deems necessary, said expenditures not to exceed $200. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That pursuant to Section 189 of the Penal Code, the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to examine requests for permits for the discharge of fireworks and to issue said permits when, in his judgement, the requirements of the law have been met. Unanimously adopted. 467 A communication was read from the Cutchogue Chamber of Commerce inviting the members of the Town Board to attend their Annual dinner at the North Fork th Country Club at 6:30pm, on Friday, June 26. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized to sign orders for NYA work for park and other Town equipment. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: th Resolved: That the meeting of June 20 be omitted and that the July Audit Meeting be held on July 8, 1941. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 4:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 468 Meeting of July 8, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on th Tuesday, July 8, with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board was called to order at 10:30am and at once sat as a Committee on Audit to examine the monthly claims against the Town, concluding this phase of the work at 11:30am. The Board then sat for general business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, The fatal accident at the Sound Avenue crossing in Mattituck has greatly aroused public sentiment; and Whereas, From the numbers of accidents which have occurred at the several crossings in the Town this crossing appears to be one of the most dangerous in Southold Town; and Whereas, the said crossing is at present guarded only by the printed signs and has neither audible nor visual danger signals to warn of approaching trains; Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board urgently requests the Long Island Railroad to study the traffic situation at the said crossing and to install effective warning signals for the protection of motorists. Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk send a copy of this Resolution to Supt. E. L. Hofmann. Unanimously adopted. 469 Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Southold Town Board hereby recommend Frank Dawson for re-appointment as Attendance Officer for the Town of Southold. Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be directed to notify District Superintendent Harry B. Ward of the action of this Board, and to commend Mr. Dawson to the Superintendent for the satisfactory manner in which Mr. Dawson has filled the office during the years of his tenure. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Be It Resolved: That Frederick Mannweiler of Southold be and hereby is appointed Special Constable, to serve without pay at the pleasure of this Board. Unanimously adopted. A.W. Hahn, a property owner of Southold appeared before the Board and discussed with the Board a rumor he had heard to the end that the Town was planning to re-open the section of Old King’s Highway, known locally as Mill Road, which runs through property now owned by Mr. Hahn. He was informed that the Town Board has no such plan in mind. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: th Resolved: That the July 18 meeting of this Board be omitted. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case: seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That Dorothy Gagen be and hereby is granted a leave of absence stst without pay from August 1 to February 1, 1942. Adjournment was at 4:50pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 470 Meeting of August 5, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport, August 5, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 10:00am with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board at once sat as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding that work at 11:30am, and sitting for general business. A communication was read from the Long Island Railroad in answer to the request of this Board for additional protection at the Sound Avenue crossing in Mattituck. The Railroad states that a survey is being made of traffic there, and as soon as that is completed, the Company will go into the matter of additional protection. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. The Board recessed at 12:10 for lunch. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the September Audit meeting of this Board be held on Tuesday, September 9, 1941; 471 Further Resolved: That the Annual Fishers Island meeting be held on the above th date, the August 15 meeting be omitted. Unanimously adopted. The Board viewed a proposed road to water at Indian Neck, Peconic. Adjournment was at 4:00pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 472 Meeting of September 9, 1941 The Annual Fishers Island Meeting of the Southold Town Board was held on Tuesday, September 9, 1941. The Board left the Orient Dock aboard the “Alma”, Captain W. Raynor Wickham, at 9 o’clock, accompanied by Captain John Muir, and by District Superintendent of Schools, Harry B. Ward of Riverhead. At 9:15 the Board was called to order by the Supervisor and convened immediately as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Present at this portion of the meeting were Supervisor Horton; Justices Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. At the conclusion of the Audit, the Board sat for general business. The following Resolution was offered by Justice Case, seconded by Justice Hawkins, and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That Edward Tomaszewski of Cutchogue be and hereby is appointed Special Constable to direct traffic at Depot Lane, Cutchogue, daily at the opening and closing of school, at a per diem salary of $2, to serve at the pleasure of the Board. The meeting recessed at 10:30am to reconvene at Fishers Island. The members of the Board were escorted to various points on Fishers Island by Justice Shanklin, Harold Baker, 473 And A.J. Gada, to view places where there were questions as to road matters. The Board had lunch at the Mansion House, where they were joined by Mr. Henry Ferguson. Following lunch, the meeting was reconvened. A communication was read from the United States Treasury Department complimenting the Southold Town Police Force on its excellent cooperation with the above named department in the apprehension of persons later convicted of passing counterfeit money. A communication was read from Norman Billard complaining about the dumping of rubbish on property bordering on the Sound View Avenue, Southold. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Billard and inform him that while the Board deprecated the unsightly piles of garbage deposited in the woods by the side of this and other roads in the Town, still the Board was powerless to interfere with the owner’s use of such property. The Clerk was further instructed to inform Mr. Billard that if the piles were, as he stated, a menace to public health, Mr. Billard should enter his complaint to the County Department of Health, where it would receive the prompt attention of Mr. Davis. Highway matters relating to roads on Fishers Island were discussed, and the allotment of highway moneys for Fishers Island roads was agreed upon on the same basis as for other years. 474 Moved by Justice Shanklin; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is named Fiscal Agent for the Town in the administration of the Stamp Plan for surplus products. Further Resolved: That A.W. Symonds, Town Welfare Officer, be and hereby is authorized to distribute the said stamps. The meeting adjourned at 2:45pm, and the board left for home about three o’clock. Mr. Henry Ferguson, Justice Shanklin, Constable A.J. Gada, and Harold Baker attended the session of the meeting at the Mansion Hosue. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 475 Meeting of September 19, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday, September 19, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 2pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and case; and Town Clerk Davison. th The minutes of the August 5 meeting were read and were approved as read. th The minutes of the September 9 meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A communication was read from Harry B. Ward, District Superintendent of Schools, thanking the Board for permitting him to accompany them on the Fishers Island trip, so that he could visit the Fishers Island Schools. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is instructed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to change the location of a light on Bay Avenue, near Riley Avenue, in Mattituck Lighting District No. 1, from Pole 20 to Pole 19 ½. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is directed to instruct the Long Island Lighting Company to install one additional street light on the west side of Bray Avenue in Mattituck Lighting District No. 1, on Pole No. 4. Unanimously adopted. 476 The contract for the East Marion Lighting District was signed by the Board. This is a renewal of the old contract and is like it in every respect, excepting that the District is given a discount from prompt payment. A notice was read from the Public Service Commission announcing a hearing on the Sound Avenue Crossing at Mattituck, said hearing to be held at 80 Centre Street, New York City, on Wednesday, October 8, 1941, at 10:00 O’clock am. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Be It Resolved: That the Town Board attend said hearing. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Whereas, the new law requires the first work to be done on the Budget between the dates of October 1 and October 5; Be It Resolved: That the date of the October Audit meeting be changed to Friday, October 3, 1941, at 1:15pm. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case: seconded by Justice Hawkins; Resolved: That Attorney William Wickham be retained to prepare a brief for the Hearing on the Sound Avenue Crossing matter. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 5:25pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 477 Meeting of October 3, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, October 3, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 1:15pm with the following members present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board at once sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. This phase of the work was concluded at 1:45pm, and the Board then sat for general business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. The following motion was offered by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry; and on roll call unanimously adopted: Whereas, Charles Goldsmith, of Greenport, New York, served the Town of Southold for a period of eleven and one half years as an employee of the Southold Town Highway Department before his induction onto the United States Army in July, 1941; and Whereas, during that period be became a very capable and efficient operator of all of the Town’s heavy highway equipment, which equipment has all been enrolled by the Civil Defense Council for service in any emergency that might arise; and Whereas, the Town Highway Department is unable readily to replace operators of the heavy equipment used by said 478 Highway Department; and Whereas, it is of the utmost importance that the Town have highly capable and dependable operators; and Whereas, Said Charles Goldsmith has reached the age of thirty-two years and is therefore eligible for discharge; Be it therefore Resolved: That the Southold Town Board respectfully request ndth Captain Pope, Battery B, 22 F.A.B.N, 4 Armored Division, at Pine Camp, New York, that the said Charles Goldsmith be honorably discharged from the service of the United States Army. Be it further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and hereby is directed to send a copy of this Resolution to the said Captain Pope. The figures for the 1942 Budget were presented to the Board for discussion as follows: Town Budget for 1942: Highway Fund, 59,000; Machinery Fund 19,000; Misc Fund: for Snow Removal 5,000; For Weeds, Brush, etc 5,000; For Salary & Expenses of Town Supt. of Highways and Deputy 4,100; For other Misc purposes 6,000; total of 98,100.00. Highway Bond & Interest 5,477; Public Libraries 7,500; Memorial Day observance 200; Public Welfare 15,000; General Fund: Fixed Salaries, Supervisor 4,000; Town Clerk 2,000 479 Town Counsel 1,200; Justices of Peace (5) 5,000; Assessors (6) 6,000; Receiver of Taxes 1,500; Attendance Officer 750; Registrar 250; Constables 9,425;Clerk for Supervisor 1,200; Clerk for Assessors 1,200; Constables & Spec. Officers 2,500; Total $35,025.00 Rent for Supervisors Office 420; Rent for other Town Offices 1,200; Advertising & Notices 500; Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, Stationary, etc 1,200; Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes, Highway Supt. 1,400; Clerks on Assessment Rolls 500; Expenses-Assessors 500; Assessment Rolls 300; Expenses-Justices 200; Salaries – Clerks for Receiver 800; Expenses- Receiver of Taxes 500; Insurance compensation, Traffic Lights, Town Beach 800; Constables Expenses 5,000; Police Telephone 200; Fees & Physicians 50; Maintenance of Town Beach 500; Life Guard 200; Doctor’s Services 100; Office Equipment 200; State Retirement System 1,200; Association of Towns, Membership Fee 43; Shade Tree Fund 200; Heat, Light, Water, Town Clerk’s Office 500; Advertising Fund 500; 480 Estimated Receipts Mortgage Tax 800; Income Tax 10,000; Franchise Tax 2,900; Beverage Tax 17,000; Tax Penalties 2,000; Licenses (Dog) 1,000; Licenses 50; Fines & Fees 1,000; Consession at Town Beach; Bank Tax; Rent & Storage; Special Districts Orient Fire 3,000.03; Orient Light 1320.88; Orient Mosquito 1298.65; East Marion Fire 1001.05; East Marion Light 1230.11; Fishers Island Light 1608.72; Fishers Island Fire 5544.91; Southold Fire 13,881.59; Southold Light 2246.24; Southold Park 3507.04; Peconic Light 1654.19; Cutchogue Fire 8329.53; Cutchogue Light 2768.30; Mattituck Fire 6017.61; Mattituck Light #1 3470.30; Mattituck Blvd Light #2 569.52; Mattituck Park none; 481 School Districts No. 2 Orient 10,300.00; No. 3 East Marion 9378.10; No. 4 Fishers Island 34,968.17 No. 5 Southold 44,607.08; No. 6 Southold 3310.27; No. 7 Peconic 10,005.54 No. 8 Cutchogue 9590.82; No. 9 Mattituck 33,075.60; No. 10 Greenport 88,074.82 No. 11 Laurel 5,152.24; No. 12 Cutchogue 16,208.34; No. 14 Mattituck 7500. No. 15 New Suffolk 6954.12; Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Whereas, pursuant to Law, a Public Hearing must be held during October on the Proposed Budget; and Whereas, Public Notice of such Hearing must be made for two weeks prior to such Hearings; Therefore, Be it Resolved: That the regular meeting of this Board be postponed until Friday, October 24, 1941 at 1:30pm, at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton; Be it Further Resolved: That the Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget be held at the said meeting; and Be it Further Resolved: That the Clerk be and hereby is instructed to publish Notice of said Hearing and also the statement of salaries required by law. Unanimously adopted. A.W. Symonds appeared before the Board and discussed Relief matters with the Board. 482 Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, Pursuant to Section 140 of the Highway Law, the Town Superintendent of Highways is no longer charged with the responsibility of removing snow from the County Highways; Now, Therefore, Be it Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways discontinue the removal of snow from the County highways in the Town of Southold. Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and he hereby is instructed to send a certified copy of this action of the Southold Town Board to County Highway Superintendent Tuthill. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Supervisor be and he hereby is appointed a Committee to consult with the Southold Board of Town Trustees to consider the Feasibility of transplanting escallop “set” from Mill Creek to various parts of the Bay in waters within or contiguous to Southold Town. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 4:55pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 483 Meeting of October 24, 1941 Hearing on Annual Budget. The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday, October 24, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison; The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Welfare officer A.W. Symonds appeared before the Board and discussed Relief matters in the Town. Attorney Stanley Corwin appeared before the Board and discussed the matter of charges for the minutes of cases. A communication was read from the Department of Audit and Control stating that in the future all payrolls submitted to the Retirement System must contain the names of all persons included, whether or not they were members of the New York State Employees Retirement System, who have been paid for service during the portion for which the payroll is submitted. The Public Hearing on the Budget, which was ordered at the last meeting to be held on this day and at this time and place, was formally opened by the Supervisor at 2 o’clock, pm, and the Town Clerk stated that the Hearing had been properly advertised in the newspapers of the Town, as required by Law. 484 Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That George R. Fearon, of the Law Firm of Costello, Cooney and Fearon, of Syracuse, New York, be and be hereby is employed for professional services in preparing, filing and prosecuting the claim of this Town against the State of New York for the difference between the full amount of State Aid payable to this Town for the current fiscal year pursuant to Section 279 of the Highway Law and the amount actually received heretofore; and Further Resolved: That the Supervisor of this Town be and he hereby is authorized and directed to pay to Mr. Fearon immediately the sum of Ten ($10) dollars which shall be full compensation for all services rendered or to be rendered and full payment of all expenses incurred or to be incurred in the preparation, filing and prosecution of such claim, if such claim is not upheld: and Further Resolved: That this Town will pay to Mr. Fearon five percent (5%) of the amount recovered by this Town in the event that such claim is upheld either as a result of the preparation, filing and prosecution of such claim, or of a similar claim of the County, or of some other Town or County; and Further Resolved: That the Supervisor of this Town shall forward to Mr. Fearon immediately, at 930 University Building, Syracuse, New York, a certified copy of this Resolution, the sum of Ten ($10) dollars hereinbefore referred to, and such information as shall be required for the 485 preparation, filing and prosecution of the claim of this Town; and Further Resolved: That the Supervisor be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute, on behalf of the Town, the claim and such other papers, instruments and proceedings as may be necessary for the preparation, filing and prosecution of the claim. Unanimously adopted. At 4:15pm, since no interested persons had appeared to discuss any of the items in the proposed Budget, the Supervisor formally declared the Hearing on the Budget closed. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case Resolved: That the 1942 Budget be and it hereby is adopted as follows: Budget Highway Fund 59,465.73; Machinery Fund 19,000; Misc Fund: for Snow Removal 5,000; For Weeds, Brush, etc 5,000; For Salary & Expenses of Town Supt. of Highways and Deputy 4,100; For other Misc purposes 6,000; total of 98,100.00. Highway Bond & Interest 5,477; Public Libraries 7,500; Memorial Day observance 200; Public Welfare 15,000; 486 General Fund: Fixed Salaries, Supervisor 4,000; Town Clerk 2,000; Town Counsel 1,200; Justices of Peace (5) 5,000; Assessors (6) 6,000; Receiver of Taxes 1,500; Attendance Officer 750; Registrar 250; Constables 9,425; Clerk for Supervisor 1,200; Clerk for Assessors 1,200; Constables & Spec. Officers 2,500; Total $35,025.00 Rent for Supervisors Office 420; Rent for other Town Offices 1,200; Advertising & Notices 500; Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, Stationary, etc 1,200; Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes, Highway Supt. 1,400; Clerks on Assessment Rolls 500; Expenses-Assessors 500; Assessment Rolls 300; Expenses-Justices 200; Salaries – Clerks for Receiver 800; Expenses- Receiver of Taxes 500; Insurance compensation, Traffic Lights, Town Beach 800; Constables Expenses 5,000; Police Telephone 200; Fees & Physicians 50; Maintenance of Town Beach 500; Life Guard 200; Doctor’s Services 100; Office Equipment 200; 487 State Retirement System 1,200; Association of Towns, Membership Fee 43; Shade Tree Fund 200; Heat, Light, Water, Town Clerk’s Office 500; Advertising Fund 500; Estimated Receipts Mortgage Tax 800; Income Tax 10,000; Franchise Tax 2,900; Beverage Tax 17,000; Tax Penalties 2,000; Licenses (Dog) 1,000; Licenses 50; Fines & Fees 1,000; Concession at Town Beach 150; Bank Tax; Rent & Storage; Special Districts Orient Fire 3,000.03; Orient Light 1320.88; Orient Mosquito 1298.65; East Marion Fire 1001.05; East Marion Light 1230.11; Fishers Island Light 1608.72; Fishers Island Fire 5544.91; Southold Fire 13,881.59; Southold Light 2246.24; Southold Park 3507.04; Peconic Light 1654.19; Cutchogue Fire 8329.53; Cutchogue Light 2768.30; Mattituck Fire 6017.61; Mattituck Light #1 3470.30; Mattituck Blvd Light #2 569.52; Mattituck Park none; 488 School Districts No. 2 Orient 10,300.00; No. 3 East Marion 9378.10; No. 4 Fishers Island 34,968.17 No. 5 Southold 44,607.08; No. 6 Southold 3310.27; No. 7 Peconic 10,005.54 No. 8 Cutchogue 9590.82; No. 9 Mattituck 33,075.60; No. 10 Greenport 88,074.82 No. 11 Laurel 5,152.24; No. 12 Cutchogue 16,208.34; No. 14 Mattituck 7500. No. 15 New Suffolk 6954.12; Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent is hereby authorized to purchase under Section 142 of the Highway Law from the Long Island Produce and Fertilizer Company with the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways, one second hand International Diesel Tractor for a total price of Three Thousand ($3000) Dollars, F.O.B. Peconic. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Resolved: That the November Audit Meeting of the Southold Town Board be held on Friday, November 7, 1941, at 11 o’clock AM. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and he hereby is directed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install one light in the Southold Parking Place on Main Street. Unanimously adopted. 489 Moved by Supt. Price; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be and hereby is authorized to purchase under Section 142 of the Highway Law, with the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways from Vail Bros., Garage, one Packard Sedan at a cost not to exceed $1200. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and he hereby is directed to order the Long Island Lighting Company to install one street light on Pole No. 10, on Young’s Road in the Orient Lighting District. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That Chief Otto L. Anrig be and he hereby is authorized to place special officers on duty on Halloween to maintain the peace. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 5:20pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 490 Meeting of Nov. 7, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday, November 7, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 11am, with the following members of the Board present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. Recess was declared at 12:30 for lunch, the Board reconvening for Audit at 1:30pm, and concluding that portion of its work at 2:30pm. The Board then sat for general business. The minutes of the Previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A communication was read from the Long Island Lighting Company stating that the order of the Board for the change of a light in the Mattituck #1 District had been carried out. A communication was read from Meade Dobson, Executive Secretary of the Long Island Association stating that the Association had entirely distributed the Long Island Book and that it now planned to bring the contents up to date and republish the book. The question of the Town’s making a contribution toward the expense of publishing the book was discussed at length and, by agreement, was laid on the table for future discussion. The Board canvassed the vote 491 of electors on the Proposition to raise $7500 per year for the coming two years for the support of Public Libraries. The vote by districts was a follows: District yes No 1 15 5 2 61 31 3 38 20 4 51 20 5 67 9 6 39 10 7 69 16 8 69 20 9 109 44 10 48 33 11 77 36 12 98 50 13 76 53 Totals 817 347 The Proposition was therefore declared carried. Matters of interest to the Town were discussed at length. Adjournment was at 5:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 492 Meeting of November 28, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, November 28, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Several urgent bills were audited by the Board. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Resolved: That Bond No. 666642K of the American Surety Co., of Brooklyn, New York for the Southold Town Tax Receiver be and it hereby is approved as to form and sufficiency of surety. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the December Audit Meeting of this Board be held at 11am on Tuesday, December 9, 1941; Further Resolved: That the regular monthly meeting of this Board and the Annual Report meeting be held on Tuesday, December 30, 1941, at 1:30pm. Unanimously adopted The Clerk was instructed to write to the State Comptroller and ask what provision is made for the removal of snow from County Highways, referring to Section 140 of the Highway Law, and to the duties of the County Highway Superintendent as specified in Paragraph 9, and inquiring specifically whose duty it is to remove snow from such roads. 493 Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be and he is hereby authorized under Section 142 of the Highway Law to purchase one carload of snow fence, approximately 10,000 feet and 1000 posts, total cost not to exceed $1600. Unanimously adopted. Matters of Town business were discussed at length. Adjournment was at 4:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 494 Meeting of December 9, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, December 9, 1941. The Board convened at 11am, as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding this phase of its work at 12 noon, when a recess was taken for lunch. The Board met at 1:15pm for general business. Mr. Alfred Tucker, of the Long Island Fishermen’s Association appeared before the Board and talked at length on the fisheries situation, as well as on the other matters of interest to activities along the waterfront. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A communication was read from the State Comptroller in answer to an inquiry from the Town concerning responsibility for removing snow from county highways. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That George Muir, special constable, be paid $4 per day for 12 hours night duty. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Whereas, due to increased costs of materials on the Mansion House Drive project, Fishers Island, the appropriation made to cover the project for permanent improvement of said Mansion House Drive is insufficient to complete the work underway; Be it Therefore Resolved: That the Southold Town Board hereby requests the County Superintendent of Highways to release the sum of $540.89 of the Southold Town 495 Highway Reserve Fund for the completion of the said project. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp: Be it Resolved: That the Supervisor, pursuant to Paragraph 1, Section 64 of the Town Law, as amended by Chapter 675 of the Laws of 1935, be and he is hereby directed to deposit all monies coming into his hands as such Supervisor in the following banks: First National Bank of Greenport, Greenport People’s National Bank, Greenport Bank of Southold, Southold First National Bank of Cutchogue, Cutchogue Mattituck National Bank & Trust Co., Mattituck Be it Further Resolved: That each Depository above designated be and hereby is required to post as security for Town monies deposited therewith collateral to the amount of one hundred (100%) per cent., less the $5000, which is guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; and that the said collateral shall consist of bonds or certificates of the United States of America, the State of New York, or of any county, city, village or school district of the said State of New York; and such collateral shall be deposited under such conditions as shall be agreed upon between the Supervisor and each of the said Depositaries. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 5 o’clock pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 496 Meeting of December 30, 1941 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport on Tuesday, December 30, 1941. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A communication was read from Wm H. Terry & Sons refunding $9.50 of the premium on the equipment of the Town Clerk’s Office and announcing a reduction in the rate. The Bond of the Town Clerk for $1000 with the American Surety Company was approved as to form and sufficiency of surety. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That Irving Rogers, of East Marion; Edward Grattan of Southold; August Armburst of Mattituck and (blank) of Fishers Island be and the same hereby are appointed Dog Enumerators for the ensuing year. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry; Resolved: That Benjamin Foster and Henry Rowland, both of Greenport, be and they hereby are appointed Special Constables to serve without compensation and at the pleasure of this Board. Unanimously adopted. The members of the Board were notified that the next meeting of the Board was scheduled for 11am, January 6, 1942. 497 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways is hereby authorized to purchase under Sec. 142 of the Highway Law from the Long Island Produce and Fertilizer Company, with the approval of the County Superintendent of Highways, one LS-8 International Dump Truck with 34x7 tires, dump body and complete equipment for a total price of $3,515.00 F.O.B, Peconic. Trade in allowance on 1934 International Dump Truck, $475, check for $3,040.00. Unanimously adopted. The Report of the Supervisor for the fiscal year 1941 was presented to the Board. The Report showed the following balances. Southold Lighting District 39.87; Southold Fire District 23.37; Southold Park District (overdraft) .93; Orient Light District 88.97; Orient Fire District 10.88; Orient Mosquito District 14.72; Mattituck Fire District 0; Mattituck Light #1 46.70; Mattituck Park District 142.47; Mattituck Light #2 19.42; Fishers Island Fire District 17.30; Fishers Island Light District 200.88; Cutchogue Fire District 12.56; Cutchogue Light District 66.33; East Marion Light 40.43; East Marion Fire 21.31; Public Welfare 533.60; Food Stamp Account 502.00; Library Account 0; Surplus Account 1906.96; 498 Highway Bond Acct. 5477.00; Highway Fund 11,056.09. Moved by Justice Terry, seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Financial Report of the Supervisor for the year Jan. 1, 1941 to Dec. 31, 1941 be and it is hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Supervisor Horton not voting. The Report of the Town Clerk was examined by the Board, On motion by Justice Klipp which was seconded by Justice Terry, and on roll call unanimously adopted, it was Resolved: That the Report of the Town Clerk be and it is hereby approved. The Civil and Criminal Dockets of Justice Terry were audited by the Board. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Dockets and accounts of Justice Terry be and they are hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Terry not voting. The Civil and Criminal Dockets of Justice Hawkins were examined by the Board. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Dockets and accounts of Justice Hawkins be and they are hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Hawkins not voting. The Civil and Criminal Dockets of Justice Klipp were examined by the 499 Board. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Dockets and accounts of Justice Klipp be and they are hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Klipp not voting. The Civil and Criminal Dockets and accounts of Justice Case were examined by the Board. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Dockets and accounts of Justice Case be and they are hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Case not voting. The Highway Accounts of Superintendent of Highways Price were examined by the Board. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the accounts of Highway Superintendent Price be and they are hereby approved. 5 votes affirmative, Supt. Price not voting. The Town Clerk was directed to confer with the Albertson family concerning repairs and improvements to the Town Clerk’s Building. The minutes of the meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Adjournment was at 5:40pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 500 Meeting of January 6, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, January 6, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 11 o’clock a.m., with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding that work at 11:45 and proceeding to general business. Recess was taken for lunch at 12:30, and the Board reconvened at 1:30. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Agreement for the Expenditure of Highway monies for the year 1942, allotting $66,414.90 for primary and maintenance work upon 124.14 miles of Town Highways, and setting up a Reserve Fund of $6315.79, between the Town Board and the Town Highway Superintendent, be and the said agreement is hereby approved. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Bond of Justice Harry Terry be and the same is hereby approved as to form and sufficiency of surety. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Bond of Justice Norman Klipp be and the same is hereby approved as to form and sufficiency of surety. Unanimously adopted. 501 Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the annual report of Justice R.C. Shanklin be and the same hereby is approved Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Supervisor be and be hereby is authorized to represent the Town of Southold at the Annual Meeting of the Association of Towns of the State of New York. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, the New York State Highway Department proposes to construct a new fixed span to replace the present bridge across the Shinnecock Canal, State Highway # 1274; and Whereas, a fixed span at this point and of this design would effectually block for the next fifty or seventy five years all waterborne traffic, both pleasure and commercial requiring more than 22.67 feet vertical clearance from use of this canal; and Whereas, this constitutes a very large class of vessels, potential users of this canal even at the present controlling depth of six feet and a tremendously larger class of vessels at the deeper controlling depth which may certainly be anticipated during the lifetime of any bridge built now; and Whereas, the interests of economy demand a type of bridge which will serve the most useful purpose both for land and water borne traffic during its structural life, and one which will not require 502 Replacing long before it ceases to be structurally sound; Now, therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board respectfully petitions the New York State Highway Department to construct a movable span bridge at Shinnecock Canal, New York State Highway # 1274. Be It Further Resolved: That the Southold Town Board protests against the granting of a permit for a fixed type of bridge at this point and respectfully requests the District Engineer, New York District, State Engineers, to deny the application made by the Department of Public works, State of New York, for such fixed span. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Official Undertaking of the Supervisor for $40,000, and the Supervisor’s bond for Highway monies in the amount of $102,000 be and the same are hereby approved as to form and sufficiency of surety. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That Attorney George C. Terry be and he is hereby appointed counsel for the Town of Southold as of January 1, 1942, at an annual salary of $1200. Unanimously adopted. 503 Matters of general importance to the Town were discussed at length. Adjournment was at 4:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Read & approved Jan. 16, 1942 504 Meeting of Jan. 16, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on January 16, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Counsel Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Contracts for the Cutchogue-New Suffolk Lighting District were signed by the Board. Matters concerning Defense activities were discussed at great length by the Board. The Board considered at length the situation in the unprotected area surrounding Greenport Village. The Town’s responsibility in the matter of fire protection for that area was considered, as well as the responsibility of the Town in the event of fire in this unprotected area. After considerable discussion, the Board referred several aspects of the subject to the Counsel for his opinion. Adjournment was at 4:45pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Read & approved Feb. 3, 1942. 505 Meeting of February 3, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, February 3, 1942. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Counsel Terry and Town Clerk Davison. The Board met at 11 o’clock am and sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding its audit work at 12:30, at which time the Board recessed for lunch. The Board reconvened at 2 pm. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Counsel Terry reported on the responsibility of the Town in the unprotected area outside of the incorporated Village of Greenport. He presented figures for insurance to cover the liability of the Town in that area. The matter was laid on the table for further study. Harold R. Reeve and John McNulty, Commissioners of the Mattituck Park District, appeared before the Board and stated that the Mattituck Park Commissioners proposed to purchase 3 sites for park purposes. The sites are described as follows: Beginning at a point where the westerly line of a highway known as Luthers Road intersects the line of ordinary high water of Long Island Sound by survey made by Otto Van Tuyl, Licensed Engineer, dated March 20, 1934, and running thence along said westerly line of said highway known as Luthers Road, three courses as follows: 1. S.18 43E 740.00 feet to an angle in said line; thence 506 2. S. 0 47’W. 523.00 feet to an angle in said line; thence 3. S 9 36’ 30” E 94.06 feet to other land of Marion H. Smith two courses as follows: 4. S 83 40’ W. 350.00 feet; thence N. 29 58’ 10” 864.31 feet to a point on said ordinary high water mark of Long Island Sound by said survey of 1934, which point is 700.00 feet westerly from a point on the most northerly course of the westerly line of said highway known as Luthers Road, distant 336.9 feet northerly from the southerly course of said highway; thence north easterly along said ordinary high water mark of Long Island Sound by said survey 810 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. Containing within the lines herein above described fourteen and twenty hundredths (14.20) acres by survey. Together with all right, etc, to lands under waters of Long Island Sound abutting the premises in the bed of said highway known as Luthers Road to the center line thereof. 2. All right, title and interest in land lying to the east of a line described as follows: Beginning at a concrete monument set on the south easterly line of Great Peconic Bay Blvd at the northwest corner of Land of Florence G. Downs, running thence S. 68 54’ 10” 15.44 feet to a concrete monument; thence through two concrete monuments S 31dgr 18’ 40 E 285.28 feet to a cedar 507 Stake; thence through two stakes S 9dgr 54’ 20dgr E 306.5 feet, more or less, to ordinary high water mark of Great Peconic Bay. Also Beginning at a concrete monument set on the south easterly line of Great Peconic Bay Blvd at the northwest corner of land of Florence G. Downs, being the north east corner of the premises hereby conveyed, running thence along said southeasterly line of Great Peconic Bay Blvd two courses as follows: 1. North 27dgr 44’ 40” E 9.8 feet to an angle in said line; thence 2. North 32 dgr 32’ 50” E 440.2 to a concrete monument; thence along other land of said Husing S 36 dgr 56’ 20” E 593.86 feet to a concrete monument set on ordinary high water mark at Great Peconic Bay, at a point 450 feet north easterly from a certain stake at land of said Florence G. Downs, thence in a general southwesterly direction along said ordinary high water mark of Great Peconic Bay to said lands of Florence G Downs, thence in a general northerly direction along said land of Florence G Downs to the point of beginning. Also All that certain lot designated as lot no 8 on a certain map of property of Clara W. Reeve, dated March 1922 and filed in Suffolk County Clerk’s Office December 4, 1922, in File No. 212, said lot being bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point 112.6 feet westerly from the westerly line of Love Lane 508 And on the northerly line of a certain open road, said point being the southeasterly corner of said lot no 8 on said map; running thence westerly along the southerly line of said Lot No 8 and the northerly line of said open road to a concrete monument; thence northerly at right angles to last described line 152 feet, more or less, to Mattituck Creek; thence easterly along said Mattituck creek; thence easterly along said Mattituck Creek, 100 feet more or less, to the westerly line of Lot No 7 on said map; thence southerly and parallel to the westerly boundary above described 158 feet more or less to the point of beginning. Together with all right, title and interest in Mattituck Creek abutting, also right of way in said open road from Love Lane to the southwesterly corner of the premises. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins Whereas, the Commissioners of the Mattituck Park District have presented to the Southold Town Board a proposal to purchase three sites in Mattituck for park purposes; and Whereas, the said Commissioners desire to hold a referendum of the qualified voters in said Mattituck Park District to determine whether or not the said qualified voters will authorize the purchase of said parcels for park purposes; Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board will be guided by the wishes of the electorate of said Mattituck Park District, and after the holding of the said referendum, will proceed according to law. Unanimously adopted. 509 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Supervisor be and he hereby is authorized to purchase insurance to cover for a period of one year the liability of the Town, pursuant to Section 203 of the General Municipal Law, for injury to firemen resulting from answering alarms in the unprotected area outside the limits of Greenport Village. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the monthly meeting of this Board be held at 1:30 pm, on Tuesday, th February 27. Unanimously adopted. There was lengthy discussion of a number of matters concerning general Town Business. Adjournment was at 5pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 510 Meeting of Feb. 27, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, February 27, 1942 at 1:30 pm. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Counsel Terry and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. The Supervisor reported that he had contracted for insurance to cover the liability of the town for injuries to volunteer firemen responding to alarms for fire in the unprotected district of the Town. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the March Audit Meeting of this Board be held on Friday, March 6, 1942, at 11 o’clock am. Unanimously adopted. Attorney Henry Tasker appeared before the Board and presented dedications and other papers. He petitioned the Town to take over and work as public roads certain proposed highways on a map entitled Map of Fleetwood, Town of Southold, Suffolk County, New York, owned and developed by Clarence C. Fleet and Henry L. Fleet. The matter was discussed at length by the Board, and the proposition was laid on the table until such time as the Town Superintendent of Highways can study the proposition, and until such time as maps 511 Required by the Town are filed with the Board. Matters relative to Civil Defense and other matters of vital interest to the Town were discusses at considerable length. Adjournment was at 5:10pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Annual Meeting of Southold Park District The Annual Meeting of the Southold Park District was held on Tuesday evening, Feb. 17, 1942. Mr. Nathan Davis was unanimously elected Park Commissioner to succeed himself. On motion duly adopted, it was voted to raise the sum of $2500 for the maintenance of district properties during the coming year, and for interest and the retirement of one bond. Matters pertaining to the district business were discussed at length. Adjournment was at 9pm. S.B. Fischer, Clerk 512 Meeting of March 5, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday, March 5, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 11 o’clock am with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding that work at 12:15. The Board then recessed for lunch, and after lunch viewed roads in a development known as Fleet Field. The Clerk was authorized to issue a Junk License for William Benjamin, whose principal place of business is Main Road, Greenport. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Supervisor be and he is hereby authorized to purchase 3 sub- machine guns, together with equipment and ammunition therefor at a total cost not to exceed $600. Unanimously adopted. Many matters pertaining to the defense and the general welfare of the Town were discussed. Adjournment was at 4:30pm. R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 513 Meeting of March 20, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, March 20, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Robert R. Brown, proprietor of the Sunrise Coach Lines, appeared before the Board and submitted a Petition for renewal of Bus Franchise to operate on the highways of Southold Town, as follows: From point or points near the foot of Orient Point Wharf along the main route known as Route 25 northerly and westerly through the hamlets of Orient and East Marion and thence to the northerly boundary of the Village of Greenport; and from the westerly boundary of the Village of Greenport on Route 25 through the hamlets of Southold, Peconic, Cutchogue, Mattituck and Laurel to the intersection of the Southold Town Line with the Riverhead Town Line. Such portion of the route from Orient Point Wharf through on Route 25 through the hamlets of Orient and East Marion to the northerly boundary of the Village of Greenport shall be only seasonal and shall be operated only during the summer thst months from about May 15 to October 1. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Whereas, Robert R Brown has petitioned the 514 Southold Town Board for a franchise to operate a bus line along the route specified in his Petition. Be It Resolved: That a Public Hearing be held on said Petition of Robert R. Brown at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport on Tuesday, April 7, 1942 at 2 o’clock pm. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, Clarence C. Fleet and Henry L. Fleet have petitioned this Board to take over and work certain roads in a development known as Fleet Field; and Whereas, the required dedications have been filed with this Board; and the required maps of the proposed roads together with proper descriptions have been duly prepared and filed with the Town Clerk; and Whereas, the Southold Town Board has viewed the proposed roads; Be It Therefore Resolved: That Middleton Road, Bennett Road, an unnamed highway lying adjacent to Lot 10, Block 2 and Lot 1, Block 4; and an unnamed highway lying adjacent to Lot 10, Block 3 and Lot 3, Block 4, be and the same hereby are ordered taken over and worked as public highways. Unanimously adopted Supervisor Horton reported that complying with a Resolution adopted by this Board at its last meeting, he had purchased for the protection of the people of Southold Town, 3 sub-machine guns, together with 1000 rounds of ammunition and full equipment at a total cost of $369. Captain George Griffing of Jamesport whose vessel, City Service Empire, was sunk by Nazi submarines 45 miles off the 515 Florida coast, visited the Board. Captain Griffing was one of 14 officers and men out of a crew of 45 saved. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Justice of the Peace be and they are hereby authorized to employ services of a competent stenographer for criminal and civil cases; and that such stenographers be required to furnish to properly interested persons transcripts of the minutes of such cases at the legal rate of 10 cents per foleo; compensation for said stenographers to be not more than $5 per day. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Southold Town Board request that the Association of Towns of the State of New York petition the Legislature of the State of New York to include provisions in the Town Law definitely permitting Justices of the Peace to employ stenographic assistance in Courts of Special Sessions for the purpose of taking minutes of trials; and further to urge upon the Legislature the need of making specific provisions for the payment for the services of such stenographers. Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and he hereby is directed to send a copy of this Resolution to Chairman Alfred Morrison, Angola, N.Y. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 5:20pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 516 Meeting of April 7, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport on Tuesday, April 7, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 11:00 am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding that work at 12 noon, at which time the Board recessed for lunch. The meeting reconvened at one o’clock for general business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. A Petition from a group of representative residents and tax payers of the Town was presented to the Board. The Petition asked for improved toilet facilities at Town Beach. Due to the general situation, and to the difficulty attendant upon the procurement of such materials as these improvements, together with the prospects of some sort of restrictions on beaches during the coming season, the matter was laid on the table for the present. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, the Re-Apportionment Bill lately introduced into the Senate and the Assembly will provide Suffolk County fairer representation in the Legislature of the State of New York and 517 In the Congress of the United States; Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board favors the passage of said Bill. Be It Further Resolved: That a copy of this Resolution be sent to our representatives in the State Legislature. Unanimously adopted. At 2 o’clock pm, the Supervisor stated that a Public Hearing was called for the purpose of hearing the Public concerning the Petition of Robert R. Brown for renewal of a Bus Franchise in the Town of Southold. The Clerk presented affidavits from the Publisher of the Long Island Traveler and the Publisher of the Suffolk Times affirming that the Public Hearing had been advertised as required by law, and the Supervisor declared the Hearing open. Matters relative to the operation of the line, the routes to be followed, and the fares to be charged were discussed at length. There appearing no citizens to discuss the franchise, the Supervisor at 2:20 pm, formally declared the Hearing closed; and the Town Attorney was directed to draw up papers embodying the details agreed upon between Mr. Brown and the Board. Justice Case was appointed to see the people interested in the Mattituck Observation Post and to inform them that while the Town Board has attempted to discover a way by which it could legally pay the bills contracted by the Mattituck Group in the construction of their post, the Board is convinced that such payment would not be legal, and the Town, therefore cannot use public 518 funds to pay the bills. Due to the implications of a bill recently signed by the Governor which excludes incorporated Villages in the State from any charges for the maintenance of Town Police Officers, there was long discussion concerning the disposition of civil cases arising in the incorporated villages, and the proper attitude of our Justices concerning the acceptance of such cases. The matter was left to the discretion of the several Justices. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Southold Town Board hereby grant a franchise to Robert R. Brown, as the Sunrise Coach Lines, to operate a bus service in the highways of the Town of Southold. Further Resolved: That the Town Attorney be and he hereby is instructed to prepare the papers. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 4:00 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 519 Meeting of April 17, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, April 7, 1942. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney G. C. Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The meeting was called to order at 1:30PM. The Minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. The Board approved and signed the papers granting a Bus Franchise to Robert R. Brown, proprietor of the Sunrise Coach Lines to operate a bus line on the Highways of Southold Town, as follows: Bus Franchise Whereas, Robert R. Brown, of Greenport, Suffolk County, New York, hereinafter described as the Grantee, has applied to the Town Board of the Town of Southold, Suffolk County, New York hereafter designated as the Town, for permission and consent to maintain and operate on certain roads within the limits of said Town an automobile bus line for the purpose of carrying passengers for hire, for public benefit, which shall or may be under the control and jurisdiction of the Town Board of said Town; and Whereas, public notice was given as required by law of this application and of the time and place where said application would be heard, and notice would be heard, and notice given that all persons desirous of being heard, would be then heard relative to said application; and 520 Whereas, the Town in its discretion is of the opinion that such franchise or consent would be to the best interest of the inhabitants of said Town of Southold; and Whereas, the majority of the members of the said Town Board in legal meeting duly assembled, are of the opinion that permission and consent as requested aforesaid should be granted upon the terms and conditions hereinafter provided, pursuant to the Transportation Corporation Law, Laws of 1919, Chapter 219, Article 4, Section 26 and amendments thereto. Therefore, Be It Resolved: First: that the consent and permission of the Town Board of the Town of Southold, County of Suffolk and State of New York, be and the same is hereby given to Robert R. Brown, of Greenport, Suffolk County, New York, to maintain and operate an automobile bus line for hire upon and along the Town’s roads and highways herein after designated. Second: this franchise and consent shall be accepted in writing by the Grantee within 60 days from the date of this instrument and satisfactory bond filed as herein after provided, and shall remain in full force and effect for the term of ten (10) years from the date hereof, unless otherwise previously terminated. Third: Before this consent is binding or effective as to said Town the sum of $30.00 per year, payable yearly in advance, beginning on the date hereof and yearly thereafter, provided 521 The service schedule and the operation of said buses consists of not more than three round trips per day. Should said service schedule consist of four round trips per day but not more than six round trips per day, both inclusive, the yearly fee shall be $30 for said franchise, and should service schedule exceed six round trips per day the yearly fee shall be $50 payable as herein before provided and also that the said Grantee shall file with the said Town a bond or undertaking to satisfaction of the said Town Board as to form and sufficiency in the penal sum of $100 to provide for the adequate security for the payment of any sum which may become due to said municipality or town for the performance of any obligation under the terms and conditions of this consent. Fourth: The roads over which said Grantee is to operate are as follows: From point or points near the foot of Orient Point Wharf along the main route known as Route 25 northerly and then westerly through the hamlet of Orient, East Marion and thence to the northerly boundary of the Village of Greenport, and from the westerly boundary of the Village of Greenport on Route 25 through the hamlets of Southold, Peconic, Cutchogue, Mattituck and Laurel, along Route 25, to the intersection of the Southold Town Line with the Riverhead Town Line. Such portion of the route from Orient Point Wharf through on Route 25, through the hamlet of Orient, East Marion and to the northerly boundary of the Village of Greenport shall be only seasonal and shall be operated only during the 522 thst Summer months from about May 15 to October 1. If during this period an alternate route other than Route 25 be developed, request is hereby made to operate along such alternate route. Fifth: The rates of fare to be charged the pubic are as follows: Rates of Fare: For the first zone $.10 and for each succession zone $.05. Round Trip tickets at about 20% discount good for current year punched only. Special Through Ticket: Round trip, between Greenport and Riverhead, either direction $.75. Ticket good only on date of purchase. Not Transferable. Family Commutation cards of $5 value, good for 90 days and may be used by all members of a family at regular one way tariff fares. Price $3.50 Special 12 trip weekly commutation tickets between all zones. Prices as follows: Between 1 zone $.75, and for each additional zone $.25 on a through ticket. Sixth: This franchise is given on condition that the Grantee shall daily operate a bus at least one round trip on said route, except Sundays and legal holidays, between the hours of 6am and 11pm, during such time as the steam boat connections are in operation, over said entire route and at times most suitable to the public needs and demands. Seventh: the grantee shall prohibit smoking in said auto buses if public laws or rules of public bodies require same and shall conform to such rules and regulations as said laws and rules direct and shall at all times 523 adhere strictly to the enforcement of all public health laws of the State of New York and the Town of Southold, whether now existing or to be created subsequently. Eighth: This consent is given solely to the Grantee named herein and no assignment thereof shall be valid unless the consent of the Town in writing is given thereto. Ninth: Upon the willful violation of any of the conditions hereinbefore set forth this consent may at the option of the Town be cancelled and withdrawn. Be It Further Resolved: That this franchise and consent be executed in duplicate one of which shall be retained by the Town Board of said Town and filed in the office of the Clerk thereof, and one delivered to the Grantee herein. Dated April 17, 1942 (Signed) S.W. Horton, Supervisor Herbert M. Hawkins Justices of the Peace Oliver W. Case “ Norman E. Klipp “ Harold D. Price, Supt of Highways. Robert R. Brown, Grantee Attest: Russell L. Davison, Town Clerk There was considerable discussion of the use of public docks in the Town; speeding on the highways of the Town; and other matters. Harold R. Reeve and John McNulty, Commissioners of the Mattituck Park District, accompanied by Attorney William Wickham, appeared before the Board relative to the action of the Mattituck Park District as a Special Election. The Commissioners 524 Presented the following Certificate concerning the said Election. “Certificate of the Commissioners of the Mattituck Park District” Harold R. Reeve, John L. Wasson and John F. McNulty, Commissioners of the Mattituck Park District, certify as follows: th That on April 7, 1942 a special meeting of the resident taxpayers was held, having been duly called, for the purpose of voting on the propositions as shown in Schedule A attached hereto and made a part hereof. That Proposition No. 1 was authorized by the majority vote of the resident taxpayers of the district voting on said proposition; That Proposition No. 2 was authorized by the majority vote of the resident taxpayers of the District voting on said proposition; That Proposition No. 3 was authorized by the majority vote of the resident taxpayers of the District voting on said proposition. (signed) Harold R. Reeve John L. Wasson John F. McNulty State of New York, County of Suffolk, S.S. th On this 9 day of April, 1942, before me, the subscriber, personally appeared Harold R. Reeve, John L Wasson and John F. McNulty, to me personally known and known to me to be the same persons described in and who executed the above Instrument and they acknowledged to me that they executed the same as Commissioners of the Mattituck Park District. M. Lorraine Stelzer Notary Public, Suffolk County. 525 Mattituck Park District. Notice is hereby given, as prescribed by Chapter 924 of the Laws of New York, 1941, that a special meeting of the resident taxpayers of the Mattituck Park th District will be held on the 7 day of April, 1942, at 7pm at the Mattituck Fire House, Pike Street, Mattituck, New York, for the purpose of voting on the following propositions. Proposition No. 1: Shall the Commissioners of the Mattituck Park District be authorized to acquire the following described parcel or tract of land for the sum of $ 7,700.00 and to expend, in addition thereto, the sum of $5,300.00 for title and survey costs and the laying out and improving said premises as a public park. All that tract or parcel of land situate at Laurel, Town of Southold, County of Suffolk, State of New York, bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a concrete monument set on the southeasterly line of Great Peconic Bay Blvd at the northeasterly corner of land of Florence G. Downs, being the northwesterly corner of the land of Husing; running thence along said southeasterly line of Great Peconic Bay Blvd two courses as follows: 1. N. 27dgr 44’ 40” E 9.8 feet to an angle in said line; 2. N. 32 dgr 32’ 50” E 440.2 feet to an concrete monument; thence along other land of said Husing S. 26dgr 56’ 20 E 593.86 feet to a concrete monument set on ordinary high water mark of Great Peconic Bay; thence on a general Southwesterly direction along said ordinary high water mark of Great Peconic Bay 500 feet or more to land of Florence 526 G. Downs three courses, as follows: 1. N 9dgr 54’ 20” W. 306.5 feet, more or less to a cedar stake; thence 2. N. 31dgr 18’ 40” W. 285.28 feet to a concrete monument; thence 3. N. 68dgr 54’ 10” W. 15.44 feet to the point of beginning; containing five and one quarter acres, more or less. Proposition No. 2 Shall the Commissioners of the Mattituck Park District be authorized to acquire the following described parcel or tract of land for the sum of $15,000 and to expend, in addition thereto, the sum of $1,400.00 for title and survey costs and the laying out and improving said premises as a public park: All that tract or parcel of land situate at Mattituck, Town of Southold, County of Suffolk, State of New York, bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point where the westerly line of a highway known at Luthers Road intersects the line of ordinary high water of Long Island Sound, by survey made by Otto W. Van Tuyl, Licensed Surveyer, dated April 30, 1930, and running thence along said westerly line of said highway known as Luthers Road, three courses as follows: 1. S 18dgr 43’ E – 740. Feet to an angle in said line; thence 2. S 0dgr 47’ W – 523. Feet in said line; thence 3. S 9dgr 36’ 30” E 94.06 feet to other land of said Marion H. Smith; thence along said other land of Marion H. Smith, two courses, as follows: 527 1. S. 83dgr 40’ W. 350.0 feet; thence 2. N. 29dgr 58’ 10” W. 864.31 to a point on said ordinary high water mark of Long Island Sound by said survey of 1930; which point is 700.0 feet westerly on right angles from a point on the most northerly course of the westerly line of said highway known as Luthers Road, distant 336.9 feet northerly from the southerly end of said course of said highway; thence north easterly along said ordinary high water mark of Long Island Sound by said survey, 810 feet more or less, to the point of beginning. Containing within the lines herein above described Fourteen and Twenty Hundredths (14.20) acres by survey. Proposition No. 3. Shall the Commissioners of the Mattituck Park District be authorized to acquire the following described parcel or tract of land for the sum of $450.00 and to expend in addition thereto, the sum of $150.00 for title and survey costs and the laying out and improving said premises as a public park. All that certain lot designated as Lot Number 8 on a certain map of property of Clara W. Reeve dated March, 1922 and filed in Suffolk County Clerk’s office Dec. 4, 1922 in File Number 212, said lot being bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point 112.6 feet from the westerly line of Love Lane and on the northerly line of a certain open road, said point being the Southeasterly corner of said lot number 8 on said 528 Map; running thence Westerly along the Southerly line of said lot number 8 and the northerly line of said open road, 100 feet to a concrete monument; thence northerly at right angles to last described line 152 feet, more or less to Mattituck Creek; thence easterly along said Mattituck Creek 100 feet, more or less, to the westerly line of lot number 7 on said map; thence southerly and parallel to the westerly boundary above described 158 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. Harold R. Reeve, John L. Wasson, John F McNulty, Commissioners Harold R. Berry, Secretary Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas: Mattituck Park District of the Town of Southold, County of Suffolk and State of New York, a Park District duly organized in the Town of Southold under the laws of the State of New York, has, pursuant to the provisions of chapter 924 of the Laws of New York for 1941, voted to acquire three (3) certain parcels of real property for park purposes at a special meeting of the resident taxpayers of th said Park District on the 7 day of April, 1942, at 7 o’clock pm, at the Mattituck Fire House, Mattituck, New York, a majority present at said meeting voting in favor thereof, for the sum of thirty thousand (30,000) dollars. Now, Therefore, upon the application of the Commissioners of said Park District and pursuant to authority vested in the Town Board of the Town 529 Of Southold by Chapter 924 of the Laws of 1941, Resolved: That said Southold Town Board issue certificates of indebtedness in the sum of thirty thousand ($30,000) dollars, to pay for the acquisition of park property as voted favorably upon by the legal voters of said Mattituck Park District, which certificates of indebtedness shall be payable not later than six months from the date of issuance and that prior to maturity of said certificates of indebtedness, bonds in the amount of thirty thousand dollars shall be issued to pay off said certificate of indebtedness which said sums appropriated shall be a charge upon the assessable real property within the Mattituck Park District. On roll call unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 4:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 530 Meeting of May 5, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Tuesday, May 5, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 11 o’clock am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding this work at 12 noon. The Board then recessed for lunch, and after lunch viewed extensions of the roads recently taken over by the Board at Fleetfield. Business was resumed at 1:30. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A communication was read from the Association of Towns in answer to an inquiry made by the Board concerning charges for stenographic assistance for Justices of the Peace. The proper dedications and releases having been presented to the Board for the extension of Washington Avenue to connect with unnamed highway #1 in the development known as Fleetfield, the Board signed papers taking over said extension as a public road. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, The Southold Town Board, pursuant to the provisions of Section 372 of the Public Health Law, in appointing 531 the Registrar of Vital Statistics, also specified the salary for said Registrar; and Whereas, on the basis of an opinion rendered by the State Department of Audit and Control, said method of payment appears to be contrary to law; Therefore, Be It Resolved: That, as of January 1, 1942, this method of payment be discontinued and the Registrar be remunerated by fee. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case; Whereas, proper consents and releases, together with the required maps thereof have been duly presented to this Board; Be It Resolved: That the extension of Washington Avenue to connect with unnamed highway #1 in the development known as Fleetfield. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 4:30 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved May 15, 1942 Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That Frank Coyne be and he hereby is appointed as Special Officer in the place of Edward Tomaszewski for the school crossing at Cutchogue at a per diem salary of $2 per day, to serve at the pleasure of this Board. Unanimously adopted. 532 Meeting of May 15, 1942. The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Friday, May 15, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That Russell L. Davison be and he is hereby appointed Registrar of Vital Statistics for the Town of Southold, District 5159, as of Jan. 1, 1942. Unanimously adopted. A communication was read from the Long Island Lighting Company, relative to proposed decreases in the rates charged for street lights. Following examination of the proposed new charges, riders approving the said changes were signed by the Board. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the June Audit Meeting of this Board be held at 11 o’clock am, on Wednesday, June 3, 1942. Unanimously adopted. 533 There was discussion of several subjects concerning the public defense and other matters of interest and importance to the Town. Adjournment was at 3:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved June 3, 1942 534 Meeting of June 3, 1942. The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Wednesday, June 3, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 10:00am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Attorney Terry; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding that work at 11:40am. The minutes of the previous meeting were then read and were duly approved as read. The Clerk was directed to write to the Long Island Lighting Company and request revision of the bills for April and May for the Orient and East Marion Lighting Districts, and was directed to call the attention of the Company to the number of lights in each of the above districts which have been ordered turned off for the duration, for which no allowance is made on the bills rendered by the Company. Recess was taken at 12:30 for lunch. Following lunch the Board viewed several projects of the Highway Department, reconvening for general business at 2pm. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That this be considered the regular meeting for June; and that the regular meetings for July and August be combined with the Audit Meetings. 535 thth for the said months on the dates of July 7 and August 4. Unanimously adopted. Messrs. Gilbert Horton, Carl Vail, and Raymond Tuthill appeared before the Board asking that the Town pay certain bills contracted by the people of Mattituck and Cutchogue preparing their observation post for the spotting of airplanes in defense work. The Board examined into the matter carefully and discussed the situation at considerable length. The visitors were assured that if a legal way is found by which the Board can help in the matter, the Board will do so. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Horton: Resolved: That the Supervisor be appointed a Committee to attend to having the float and life-lines at the Town Beach put into shape so as to have them ready in case it appears that the public may use the beach this season. 3 votes affirmative, Jus. Hawkins voting no. The Board discussed at length the dim-out orders for this district. The Supervisor assured the Board that he would keep in close touch with the situation and will instruct our police concerning the new rules, and will urge them to do what is required to enlighten the public as to what is expected of them. The Supervisor appointed Justice Case to supervise the preparation of the ropes and floats and instructed him, unless there is a change in 536 st conditions, to have them in place for the use of the public by July 1. Adjournment was at 4:25pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 537 Meeting of July 7, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, July 7, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 11o’clock am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding its audit work at 12:15. The Board then recessed for lunch, reconvening for general business at 1:45pm. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. There was discussion of the dim-out regulations and of their application to several sections of the Town; as well as other aspects of the impact of war conditions on the people of the Town. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, Benjamin Foster has relinquished the employment where he needed the rating of Special Constable; Be It Therefore Resolved: That the appointment of said Benjamin Foster as Special Constable of and for the Town of Southold be and the same hereby is revoked. Be It Further Resolved: That Gus Costas Marcellos of Greenport be and he is hereby appointed Special Constable for the Town of Southold to serve without pay and at the pleasure of this Board. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Supervisor and Justice 538 Case act as a committee to regulate the opening and closing of the Town Beach at Arshamomaque to conform to such conditions as may arise. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 4:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 539 Meeting of August 4, 1942. The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, August 4, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 11:00 am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, completing its audit at 11:50 am. The Board then recessed for lunch, reconvening for General Business at 1:45pm. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Whereas, The Griswold-Terry-Glover Post of the American Legion has petitioned this Board for the use of two rooms in the Town Clerk’s Building in Southold; and Whereas, the said rooms are not now being used by any Town Agency; Be It Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and he is hereby directed to inform the Griswold-Terry-Glover Post that they may have the use of the said rooms as requested. Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be further directed to arrange with the Post the conditions under which the room shall be used to the end that the Town Records and equipment in the said building may not be subjected to undue 540 danger from fire. Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk inform the Post that, should future conditions make it essential for Town agencies to be located in the said rooms, the Legion would be required to find other quarters. Unanimously adopted. Attorney Scheinburg of Riverhead appeared before the Board representing the Suffolk County Trust Company and offered to purchase for his client a certain parcel of property owned by the Town west of the village, or hamlet, of Mattituck. The Board took the proposal under consideration and informed Attorney Scheinburg that it would examine into the matter and communicate with him later. A communication was read from Rutledge Howard in which the writer asked the Town formally to abandon certain portions of the former Main Highway in Orient, and to return the unused property to the adjacent owners. The Board will view the place in question and communicate with Mr. Howard. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the September Audit Meeting of this Board be held on Friday, September 4, 1942, at 11 o’clock am. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, Town listening posts in Southold Town - Orient, Greenport, East Marion, Southold & Mattituck, 541 have been sponsored by the American Legion; and Whereas, The Raymond Cleaves Post has appealed to this Town Board for some financial assistance in connection therewith; and Whereas, Section 46 of Chapter 544 of the Laws of 1942, as amended provides for appropriations by towns for civilian protection purposes; Now, Therefore Be It Resolved: That there be and hereby is appropriated and made available from Surplus Funds, the amount of $400 to be expended, not to exceed $100 for each of the four listening posts in the period of one year from this date, on properly presented vouchers for actual and necessary expense. Unanimously adopted. The Board recessed and went to Orient to view the property mentioned in Mr. Howard’s communication. Examination of the situation disclosed a number of complications which the Board will discuss before definite action is taken in the matter. The Board then viewed the parcel in Mattituck which the Suffolk County Trust Company wishes to purchase. Following examination of the property and receipt of qualified opinion regarding the present value of the parcel, the following Resolution was offered by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry; and on roll call unanimously adopted: Resolved: That the proposal of the Suffolk County Trust Company, as trustees 542 For Marguerite B. Hutchings, under Deed of Trust dated Feb. 4, 1937, to purchase from the Town of Southold for the sum of $125.00 the property herein after described, be and the same hereby is accepted; and it is Further Resolved: That the Supervisor of the Town of Southold be and he hereby is authorized and directed to execute, acknowledge and deliver a proper deed of conveyance to said purchaser, upon receipt of the said consideration; and it is Further Resolved: That the within Resolution is adopted subject to a permissive referendum in accordance with the provisions of the Town Law; and it is Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk of the Town of Southold be and he hereby is directed duly to post and publish the requisite notice which shall set forth the date of the adoption of the within Resolution and shall contain an abstract hereof, concisely stating the purpose and effect of said Resolution; and it is Further Resolved: That any expense incurred in this transaction in excess of the expense of the first advertisement thereof shall be borne by the said purchaser; and it is Further Resolved: That the description of the property above mentioned be and the same hereby is as follows: All that tract or parcel of land situate in Mattituck, Town of Southold, County of Suffolk and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: 543 Easterly by land formerly of Henry Long; northerly by the highway; westerly and southerly by land formerly of Edward a. Chapman, the northerly and southerly boundaries running westerly from the land formerly of henry Long, twenty five feet, the said northerly and southerly boundary lines being fifty feet apart; the said tract or parcel of land containing 1250 square feet in area. Being the same premises conveyed to the Town of Southold by deed of Edward O. Chapman and wife, dated March 21, 1891, recorded in Suffolk County Clerk’s Office in Liber 342 of Deeds at page 33 Adjournment was at 4:45pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 544 Meeting of October 5, 1942. The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Monday, October 5, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 11 o’clock am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison; The Board sat a once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding its audit work at 11:45 am. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Following general discussion of several matters of importance to the Town, the Board recessed for lunch at 12 o’clock noon, and reconvened for general business at 1:30pm. st The Preliminary Budget Estimate for the Fiscal Year beginning on the 1 day of January 1943 was presented to the Board and the several items were discussed at length. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Southold Town Board does hereby prepare and approve as the st Preliminary Budget of this Town for the fiscal year beginning on the 1 day of January 1943 the itemized statement of the estimated revenues and expenditures hereto attached and made a part of this resolution; and Be It Further Resolved: That such Preliminary Budget shall be filed at the office of the Town Clerk, where it shall be 545 available for inspection by any interested person at all reasonable hours; and Be It Further Resolved: That this Board shall meet at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on October 23, 1942 at 1:30 o’clock PM, for the purpose of holding a Public Hearing upon such Preliminary Budget; and Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk give notice of such Public Hearing in the manner provided in Section 113 of the Town Law, and that such notice shall announce the approval of this Preliminary Budget; shall state that a copy thereof is now on file at the Office of the Town Clerk, where it may be inspected by interested persons at all reasonable hours; shall advertise the time and place of Hearing on such Budget; and shall advertise the salaries of Town Officials as required by Section 113 of the Town Law. Preliminary Budget Estimate. Highway Fund 58,000; Machinery Fund 18,960; For Snow Removal 4,000; For Weeds, Brush, etc 4,000; For Salary & Expenses Town Supt. of Highways and Deputy 4,100; For other Misc. Purposes 6,000; Total 95,060.00; Highway Bond & Interest 5,852; Public Libraries 7,500; Memorial Day Observance 200; Public Welfare 10,000; 546 General Fund, Fixed Salaries, Supervisor 4,000; Town Clerk 2,000; Town Counsel 1,200; Justice of Peace (5) 5,000; Assessors (6) 6,000; Receiver of Taxes 1,500; Attendance Officer 750; Constables 10,885; Clerk for Supervisor 1,200; Clerk for Assessors 1,200; Constables & Special Officers 600; Total 34,335.00. Rent for Supervisors Office 420; Rent for Other Town Offices 1,200; Advertising & Notices 1,500; Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, etc 1,200; Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes, Highway Supt. 600; Clerks on Assessment Rolls 500; Expenses- Assessors 500; Assessment Rolls; Expenses – Justices of Peace 200; Salaries – Clerks for Receiver 800; Expenses - Receiver of Taxes 300; Insurance – Compensation, Traffic Lights, Town Beach 800; Constable Expenses 4,500; Police Telephone 400; Fees & Physicians 50; Maintenance of Town Beach 300; Life Guard 200;Doctor’s Services 50; Office Equipment; Town Dump 600; Tax Map 200; State Retirement System 1,600; Association of Towns Membership Fee 43; Shade Tree Fund 200; 547 Heat, Light, Water, Town Clerk’s Office 550; Advertising Fund 500; Contingent Fund 5,000; War Emergency 500; Estimated Receipts, Mortgage Tax 600; Income Tax 10,000; Franchise Tax 3,500; Beverage Tax 19,000; Tax Penalties 2,500; Licenses (Dog) 1,100; Licenses 10; Fines and Fees 800; Concession at Town Beach 150; Bank Tax; Rent 40; Total 37,700.00 Special Districts Orient Fire 3,000; Orient Light 1,196.11; Orient Mosquito 1,302.07; East Marion Fire 1,000.64; East Marion Light 1,145.20; Fishers Island Light 1,598.74; Fishers Island Fire 7,520; Southold Fire 11,890; Southold Light 2,026.91; Southold Park 2,500; Peconic Light 1,488.69; Cutchogue Fire 2,429.42; Mattituck Fire 6,000; Mattituck Light #1 3,040.14; Mattituck Blvd Light #2 508.64; Mattituck Park 3,000. 548 School Districts No. 2 Orient 10,850.00 No. 3 East Marion 7,938.38 No. 4 Fishers Island 32,166.79 No. 5 Southold 47,500.00 No. 6 Southold 3,253.27 No. 7 Peconic 10,000.00 No. 8 Cutchogue 10,075.00 No. 9 Mattituck 34,545.00 No. 10 Greenport 91,220.24 No. 11 Laurel 5,192.73 No. 12 Cutchogue 15,801.76 No. 14 Mattituck 8,500.00 No. 15 New Suffolk 6,522.39 Unanimously adopted Adjournment was at 4pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 549 Meeting of October 23, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Friday, October 23, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. The Supervisor called the attention of the Board to the fact that the Public Hearing on the Budget had been set for this time and place. The Clerk stated that the Notice of the Hearing had been advertised in the newspapers of the Town as required by law. The Supervisor then declared the Hearing on the Budget to be duly opened. No tax payers, or interested persons appearing to speak either for or against the proposed budget, the Hearing was formally declared closed at 1:45 PM. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Be It Resolved: That the Budget for the Town of Southold for the fiscal year beginning on January 1, 1943, be and it is hereby adopted, as follows. Budget Highway Fund 53,847.38; Machinery Fund 17,480; For Snow Removal 4,000; For Weeds, Brush, etc 4,000; For Salary & Expenses Town Supt. of Highways and Deputy 4,100; For other Misc. Purposes; 550 Highway Bond & Interest 5,852; Public Libraries 7,500; Memorial Day Observance 200; Public Welfare 10,000; General Fund, Fixed Salaries, Supervisor 4,000; Town Clerk 2,000; Town Counsel 1,200; Justice of Peace (5) 5,000; Assessors (6) 6,000; Receiver of Taxes 1,500; Attendance Officer 750; Constables 10,885; Clerk for Supervisor 1,200; Clerk for Assessors 1,200; Constables & Special Officers 600; Rent for Supervisors Office 420; Rent for Other Town Offices 1,200; Advertising & Notices 1,500; Office Expenses, Telephone, Postage, etc 1,200; Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes, Highway Supt. 600; Clerks on Assessment Rolls 500; Expenses- Assessors 500; Expenses – Justices of Peace 200; Salaries – Clerks for Receiver 800; Expenses - Receiver of Taxes 300; Insurance – Compensation, Traffic Lights, Town Beach 800; Constable Expenses 4,500; Police Telephone 400; Fees & Physicians 50; Maintenance of Town Beach 300; Life Guard 200;Doctor’s Services 50; Office Equipment; Town Dump - Attendant; Tax Map 200; 551 State Retirement System 1,600; Association of Towns Membership Fee 43; Shade Tree Fund 200; Heat, Light, Water, Town Clerk’s Office 550; Advertising Fund 500; Contingent Fund 5,000; War Emergency 500; Estimated Receipts, Mortgage Tax 600; Income Tax 10,000; Franchise Tax 3,500; Beverage Tax 19,000; Tax Penalties 2,500; Licenses (Dog) 1,100; Licenses 10; Concession at Town Beach 150; Bank Tax; Rent 40; Total 37,700.00 Special Districts Orient Fire 3,007.20; Orient Light 1,196.11; Orient Mosquito 1,302.07; East Marion Fire 1,000.64; East Marion Light 1,145.20; Fishers Island Light 1,598.74; Fishers Island Fire 7,539.96; Southold Fire 11,936.51; Southold Light 2,026.91; Southold Park 2,515.43; Peconic Light 1,488.69; Cutchogue Fire 7,015.20; Cutchogue Light 2,429.42; Mattituck Fire 6,007.52; Mattituck Light #1 3,040.14; Mattituck Blvd Light #2 508.64; Mattituck Park 3,023.14. 552 School Districts No. 2 Orient 10,860.82; No. 3 East Marion 7,937.28 No. 4 Fishers Island 32,172.64; No. 5 Southold 47,547.80 No. 6 Southold 3,255.36; No. 7 Peconic 10,009.63 No. 8 Cutchogue 10,075.01; No. 9 Mattituck 34,544.58 No. 10 Greenport 91,220.24; No. 11 Laurel 5,195.13 No. 12 Cutchogue 15,802.57; No. 14 Mattituck 8,502.92 No. 15 New Suffolk 6,522.39; Unanimously adopted. Following discussion of existing conditions, the Town Clerk was directed to write an article addressed to the parents, and to the boys and girls throughout Southold Town, setting forth the dangers existing today, and asking both parents and children to do everything in their power to cooperate with the Town Board in preventing any opportunity for mischief to be done in the Town under cover of Halloween. He was further instructed to warn of the danger of playing on the highway under present dim-out conditions. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry; Be It Resolved: That the Supervisor be and he is hereby authorized to arrange with the Chief of Police for special officers to maintain the peace on Halloween. Unanimously adopted. 553 A communication was read from the Griswold-Terry-Glover Post of the American Legion thanking the Town Board for its permission to use the rooms in the Town Clerk’s Building, but stating that the Post had made other plans. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Be It Resolved: That the Supervisor be and he is hereby appointed a committee to consult with the Board of Town Trustees to consider the feasibility of transplanting escallop “set” from Mill Creek to various parts of the Bay and in waters within or contiguous to Southold Town, and to take such action as he may deem proper. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Be It Further Resolved: That the November Audit Meeting of this Board be held on Friday, November 6, 1942 at 11 o’clock am. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 4:30 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Meeting of November 6, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, November 6, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 11 o’clock am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town. The Audit was completed at 11:40am, and the Board convened for general business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A communication was read from Mrs. Ann Currie-Bell thanking the Board for its floral tribute to former Town Clerk J. N. Hallock. The Board recessed for lunch at 12:15, reconvening at 1:30pm. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Whereas, God in His omniscience has taken from amongst us the spirit of Joseph N. Hallock; and Whereas, The passing of Joseph N. Hallock constitutes a deep and irreparable loss, not alone to the members of his immediate family; but also to the people of Southold Town, who honored and respected him alike for his sterling honesty and integrity as well as for the services he had 555 rendered to his Towns people; and Whereas, He had served this constituency as State Representative with honor to himself and to his people; and had served as Town Clerk of Southold Town for twenty-five years, bringing to that office a devotion to duty and a knowledge of Town affairs which made him doubly valuable to his Town; Be It Therefore, Resolved: That the Southold Town Board deeply mourns the loss of this associate and friend. Be It Further Resolved: That a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the minutes of this meeting. Be It Further Resolved: That a copy thereof be sent, with the sincere sympathy of this Board to the members of his bereaved family. Unanimously adopted by rising vote of the Board. A petition signed by some 24 residents of Orient was presented to the Board, requesting lights on Poles 48 & 50. The Supervisor has been working on this matter for some time and will continue to remedy the conditions about which these residents complain. Due to dim-out conditions, the matter is an involved one. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: 556 Whereas, Mattituck Park District of the Town of Southold, County of Suffolk, and State of New York, a Park District duly organized in the Town of Southold under the Laws of the State of New York, has pursuant to Chapter 924 of the Laws of New York for 1941 voted to acquire certain parcels of real property for park purposes at a special meeting of the resident taxpayers of said Park District on the th 7 day of April, 1942 at 7 o’clock pm at the Mattituck Fire House, Mattituck, New York, in said district a majority of said voters being present at said meeting voting in favor thereof for the sum of thirty thousand (30,000) dollars, and Whereas, pursuant to law the Southold Town Board has heretofore issued certificates of indebtedness in the sum of thirty thousand ($30.000) dollars to pay for the acquisition of said park property as voted upon favorably by the legal voters of said Mattituck Park District, which certificates are about to become due and payable, and Whereas, Bonds must be issued in the name of the Town of Southold and payable by the taxable inhabitants of said Mattituck Park District in order to pay off said certificates of indebtedness which said sums are a charge upon the assessable real property within said Mattituck Park District. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That bonds of the Town of Southold, Mattituck Park 557 District, be issued in the sum of thirty thousand ($30,000) dollars, said bonds to be in the denomination of $1,000 each and to be numbered from 1 to 30, the first st two of said bonds to be payable on the 1 day of December 1943, and two of said st bonds to be payable on the 1 day of December in each succeeding year until all of said bonds are paid, with interest thereon at a rate not to exceed three per centum per annum. That said bonds being for the purchase of lands of the Mattituck Park District in the Town of Southold, Suffolk County, New York, and for the purpose of making improvements to same. (1) That said bonds be made payable at First National Bank of Greenport, Greenport NY. That said bonds shall be advertised for public sale and bidders must state in their bids a single rate of interest which all of the bonds are to bear expressed in a multiple of one per centum, but not exceeding three per centum and must state the price offered. No bids shall be accepted for separate maturities or at less than the par value of the bonds, or unless accompanied by a certified check or bank draft upon an incorporated bank or trust company payable to the Supervisor of the Town of Southold, for 10 per cent of the amount bid. No interest will be allowed upon such deposit. Checks of unsuccessful bidders will be returned promptly, the check of the successful bidder will be retained to be applied in part payment of the bonds or to secure the district 558 Against any loss resulting from the failure of the bidder to comply with the terms of his bid. Said proposals shall be submitted to the Supervisor of the Town of Southold at his office in the Village of Greenport, New York. Said bonds shall be a valid and legal binding obligation of the Town of Southold to be charged back to the taxpayers of the Mattituck Park District being authorized under and pursuant to the Constitution and Statutes of the State of New York, including among others Chapter 61 Laws of 1924 and Chapter 924 Laws of 1941. It is Further Resolved: That said proposals shall be submitted to the Supervisor of the Town of Southold, at His office in the Village of Greenport, New York. It is Further Resolved: That said bonds shall be submitted in the following form: United States of America State of New York County of Suffolk Town of Southold Town Board No_____ Mattituck Park District Bond $_______ Know All Men By These Presents, that the Town of Southold, a municipal 559 Corporation in the County of Suffolk and State of New York, hereby acknowledges itself indebted and promises to pay to _____________ the sum of One Thousand ($1,000) Dollars, on the first day of December, 194_ at the _____ or at the option of the holder in New York Exchange, with interest thereon at the rate of ____ per centum per annum, payable semi-annually on the first days of ______ and _____ of each year, both principal and interest being payable in lawful money of the United States of America. The interest upon this Bond as it becomes due shall be remitted to the registered holder thereof, This Bond shall be transferable only upon presentation of the Town Clerk of the said Town of Southold with a written assignment duly acknowledged or proved; the name of the assignee shall be entered upon this bond and upon the books of said Town Clerk. This Bond is one of a series of thirty (30) registered bonds of like tenor and amount, except as to dates of Maturity, and numbered 1 to 30, both inclusive, and is issued for the purpose of providing funds for original cost and improvement of real property within the limits of said Park District, in the Town of Southold, Suffolk County, New York, pursuant to Section Three of article eight of the Constitution and to the following laws of the State of New York, as amended, to wit: Chapter 61 Laws of 1924 and Chapter 924 of the Laws of 1941, and the provisions of all other laws relative thereto, and pursuant to a vote of the legally qualified voters 560 th of said Mattituck Park District at a special meeting duly called and had on the 7 day of April, 1942, at which meeting a proposition therefor was duly submitted and carried pursuant to law, and by resolution of the Town Board of the Town of th Southold duly adopted on the 6 day of November, 1942. It is hereby certified, recited and declared that this Bond is a valid legally binding general obligation upon said district that all acts, conditions and things required to exist, to happen and to be performed precedent to and in the issuance of this Bond, exist, have happened and have been performed in due time, form and manner as required by law; that the amount of this Bond together with all other indebtedness of said District is within every limitation of indebtedness prescribed by the Laws of the State of New York, and that provisions have been made for the levy and collection of an annual tax sufficient to provide for the payment of the principal and interest of this Bond as the same respectively become due. The full faith, credit and resources of the said Town of Southold are hereby irrevocably pledged to the punctual payment of the principal and interest of this Bond according to its terms. In Witness Whereof, this Bond has been duly signed and sealed by the Supervisor of the Town of Southold and attested by the Town Clerk of said Town. Town of Southold By______________________ Supervisor Attest___________________ Town Clerk of the Town of Southold. Unanimously adopted. 561 Mr. Herbert M. Hawkins offered the following Resolution and moved its adoption: Resolved: That George R. Fearon, of the Law Firm of Costello, Cooney & Fearon, of Syracuse, New York, be and he hereby is employed for professional services in preparing, filing and prosecuting the claim of this Town against the State of New York, for the difference between the full amount of the state aid payable to this Town for the current fiscal year pursuant to Sections 279 and 282 of the Highway Law and the amount actually received by this Town in 1942; and Further Resolved: That the Supervisor of this Town be and he hereby is authorized and directed to pay to Mr. Fearon immediately the sum of Ten Dollars which shall be full compensation for all services rendered or to be rendered and full payment of all expenses incurred or to be incurred in the preparation, filing and prosecution of such claim, if such claim is not upheld; and Further Resolved: That this Town will pay to Mr. Fearon an additional ten percent of the amount recovered by this Town in the event that such claim is upheld either as a result of the preparation, filing and prosecution of such claim or of a similar claim of the County or some other Town or County; and Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk forward to Mr. Fearon immediately at 930 University Building, Syracuse, New York, a certified copy of this resolution; and Further Resolved: That the Supervisor, Town Clerk and Town Superintendent of Highways furnish to George R. Fearon such information, papers and proceedings as may be re- 562 quired for the preparation, filing and prosecution of the claim of this Town; and Further Resolved: That the Supervisor be and hereby is authorized and directed to execute, on behalf of this Town, the claim and such other papers, instruments and proceedings as may be necessary for the preparation, filing and prosecution of the claim. Seconded by Mr. Oliver W. Case and duly put to a vote which resulted as follows: Herbert M. Hawkins voting yes, Oliver W. Case voting yes, Harry Terry voting yes, S.W. Horton voting yes. Declared unanimously adopted. A petition bearing the names of a group of residents of Southold, requesting that the law relating to signs on the public highways be enforced, was received by the Board. After discussion, the Town Clerk was directed to forward the petition to Superintendent Joseph Darcy, at Babylon. Adjournment was at 4 o’clock pm. Russell L. Davison Clerk 563 Meeting of November 20, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Friday, November 20, 1942 at 1:30 pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Attorney Terry and Town Superintendent of Highways Price. In the absence of Town Clerk Davison, Justice Terry was appointed clerk. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved. The following members of the Board of Assessors were present at the meeting, Kenneth Monsell, Daniel H. Horton, Ernest W. Morrell and S. Brown Tabor. A general discussion was held regarding the situation on Fishers Island. A number of bills were audited by the Board. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That George Muir, constable and night man at Police Headquarters be given a leave of absence, he having entered he Armed Services. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That John Muir be and he hereby is appointed constable and night man at Police Headquarters in the place of George Muir to serve at the pleasure of the Board and at the same salary of $4 per day. Unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 4:45 pm Harry Terry, Clerk pro tempore 564 Meeting of Dec. 1, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, December 1, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 11 o’clock am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town; concluding the audit work at 11:35am. The Board then convened for general business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Notice of a meeting under constituted authorities to consider post war projects was given to the Board. The meeting is to be held at Riverhead on the coming Monday evening. Members of the Board were urged to attend is possible. A communication was read from Mrs. Ann Hallock Currie-Bell in which she expressed the appreciation of herself and family for the Resolution expressing the sympathy of the Board for the family in the death of her father, the late Hon. Joseph N. Hallock of Southold. A communication was read from Mayor Andrew J. Critten of Southwold, England, asking if anything had been done concerning the plan to help the people of Southwold who were in serious difficulties resulting from their war experiences. At 12 o’clock noon, in accordance with 565 a notice duly published and posted according to law, bids were opened for the proposed Mattituck Park District Bond issue of $30,000. Bids were received as follows: (1) C.F. Childs and Company bids for all or none at the rate of 2.40 per centum, par value, $30,000, together with accrued interest from the date of issuance to the date of their delivery to the said C.F. Childs and Company, and in addition thereto a premium of $21.00. (2) Mattituck Bank & Trust Company bids for the said issue, par value $30,000, with interest at the rate of 2.60 per centum. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Whereas, Pursuant to the advertisement of the Mattituck Park District Bond issue, the C.F. Childs and Company has bid for all or none of the said bonds at the rate of 2.40 per centum, par value, $30,000, for the said bonds, together with accrued interest from the date of the issuance of the said bonds to the date of their delivery to the said C.F. Childs and Company, and in addition thereto a premium of $21.00; and Whereas, the Mattituck National Bank and Trust Company has bid for the said bond issue, par value $30,000, with interest at the rate of 2.60 per centum; Be It Therefore Resolved: That the bid of the said C.F. Childs and Company be and the same is hereby accepted. Be It Further Resolved: That in the event of any reason of the failure of the said C.F. Childs and Company to consummate 566 The purchase of said bonds, the bid of the Mattituck Bank & Trust Company will be accepted. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That Bond No. 741964K of the American Surety Company for the Southold Town Receiver of Taxes be and the same is hereby approved as to form and sufficiency of surety. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the following be and they are hereby appointed Dog Enumerators for the year 1943: Irving Rogers of East Marion; Marguerite Young of Southold; August Armburst of Mattituck; and Henry Erpenbeck of Fishers Island. Unanimously adopted. The Board refused to sign contracts now expiring or about to expire for two lighting districts, namely, Southold and Orient, on the ground that no provision is made to allow for lights ordered out by constituted authorities in connection with war conditions. Adjournment was at 4:15pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 567 Meeting of December 18, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Friday, December 18, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 1:30pm with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Be It Resolved: That the Annual Meeting of this Board be held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at 1:30pm, on December 29, 1942. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, the authorized issue of $30,000 Town of Southold, Mattituck Park District Bonds, dated December 1, 1942, has been sold to C. F. Childs & Company and associates, to bear interest at the rate of two and 40/100 per centum per annum; and Whereas, it is necessary to fix the form of said Bonds; Now, Therefore Be It Resolved: By the Town Board of the Town of Southold, New York as follows: Section I. That said bonds shall be issued in substantially like following form: 568 United States of America, State of New York, County of Suffolk, Town of Southold, Mattituck Park District Bond No___ $ 1,000. The Town of Southold, A municipal corporation of the State of New York, hereby acknowledges its indebtedness and for value received promises to pay to _______, legal representatives, successors or assigns, on the first day of December, 19__, the sum of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000), together with interest thereon from the date hereof at the rate of two and forty-one- hundredths per centum per annum, payable semi-annually on the first days of June and December, until the payment of said principal sum. Both principal of and interest on this bond are payable in lawful money of the United States of America at the First National Bank of Greenport, in Greenport, New York with New York exchange. This bond is one of an issue of bonds of like date and tenor, except as to number and date of maturity, issued for the purpose of acquiring land for park purposes in and for the Mattituck Park District, a duly organized and existing district in said Town, pursuant to and in strict compliance with the Constitution and statures of the State of New York, including among others Chapter 924 of the Laws of 1941, and pursuant to proceedings of the Town Board of the Town of Southold duly had and taken in all respects authorizing the same and the approval of a majority of the qualified electors of said Park District. 569 At an election duly called, held and conducted. It is hereby certified, recited and declared that all acts, conditions and things required to exist, to happen and to be performed precedent to and in the issuance of this bond, exist, have happened and have been performed in due time, form and manner as required by law; and that the issue of bonds of which this is one, together with all other indebtedness of said Town, is within every debt and other limit prescribed by the Constitution and laws of the State of New York, the faith and credit of said Town are hereby pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on this bond according to its terms. This bond is registered in the office of the Town Clerk of said Town and is transferable only upon presentation of this bond to said Town Clerk with a written assignment duly acknowledged or proved, at which time the name of the assignee shall be placed in the registration clause on the back of this bond together with the signature of said Town Clerk, and it shall be the duty of said Town Clerk to enter any such transfer on the books in his office. At the request of the registered owner the interest hereon will be remitted by mail with New York exchange in witness whereof, the Town of Southold has caused this bond to be signed by its Supervisor and attested by its Town Clerk under the corporate seal of said Town and this bond to be dated as of the first day of December, 1942. 570 Town of Southold By ___________Supervisor Attest ________________ Town Clerk Provision for Registration Section 2. All proceedings had in connection with the authorization issuance and sale of said bonds are hereby ratified, approved and confirmed. Section 3. All resolutions and parts of resolutions in conflict herewith to the extent of such conflict are hereby rescinded and repealed. Section 4. this resolution shall take effect immediately. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 4 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved Dec. 29, 1942 571 Annual Meeting – December 29, 1942. The Annual Meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, in Greenport on Friday, December 29, 1942. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp & Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Superintendent of Highways Price presented a sketch of a road proposed to run from the present highway adjacent to the Old Mill in Mattituck to the Breakwater at the mouth of Mattituck Creek. The road would furnish easier access to properties recently acquired by the Mattituck Park District for park purposes. The Board will view the Route of the proposed road as shown on the sketch furnished by Stanley Naugles with a view to taking over and working the proposed road as a public highway.3 The Annual Report of the Town Clerk was presented to the Board for examination. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Annual Financial Report of the Town Clerk, showing receipts and disbursements of $4,011.18 be and the same is hereby approved. Unanimously adopted. The Annual Report of Justice of the Peace Oliver W. Case was presented to the Board for examination. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Annual Report of Justice Case, showing Receipts and Disbursements of $134.50 be and the same is hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Case not voting. The Board examined the Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Case. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Case be and the same are hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Case not voting. The Annual Report of Justice of the Peace Harry Terry was presented to the Board for examination. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Annual Report of Justice Terry, showing Receipts and Disbursements amounting to $60 be and the same are hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Terry not voting. The Board examined the Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Harry Terry. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Criminal, Civil & Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Harry Terry be and the same are hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Terry not voting. 573 The Annual Report of Justice of the Peace Norman Klipp was presented to the Board for examination. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Annual Report of Justice Norman Klipp, showing Receipts and Disbursements of $59.65 be and the same is hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Klipp not voting. The Board examined the Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Klipp. Moved by Justice Hawkins, seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Klipp be and the same are hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Klipp not voting. The Annual Report of Justice of the Peace Herbert M. Hawkins was presented to the Board for examination. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Annual Report of Justice Herbert M. Hawkins, showing Receipts and Disbursements of $97.20 be and the same is hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Hawkins not voting. The Board examined the Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Hawkins. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Criminal, Civil and Motor Vehicle Dockets of Justice Hawkins be and the same are hereby 574 approved. 4 votes affirmative, Justice Hawkins not voting. The Books of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton were examined by the Board. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Books of Supervisor Horton be and the same are hereby approved. 4 votes affirmative, Supervisor Horton not voting. The Annual Financial Report of the Supervisor was presented to the Board. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp; Resolved: That the Annual Report of the Sueprvisor is hereby approved as follows: Financial Report of the Supervisor of the Town of Southold, NY, From December 31, 1941 to December 31, 1942. General Fund, Receipts: Dec. 31/40 Bal on hand $ 7102.57; Rec’s from Receiver of Taxes 17275.16; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes Memorial Day ob. 200.00; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes Omitted Taxes 30.58; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes Penalties 2451.79; Rec’d from County Treasurer, Franchise Tax 3568.73; Rec’d from County Treasurer Income Tax 11171.48; Rec’d from County Treasurer Beverage Tax 20855.37; Rec’d from County Treasurer Mortgage Tax 631.41; Rec’d from County Treasurer Dog Licenses 1201.42; Rec’d from County Treasurer Rent 80.00; Rec’d for Bus Franchise 60.00; 575 Rec’d from: Justices of Peace, Fines 64.50 & 218.05; Town Clerk, Fees 956.09; Sheriff of Suffolk County, Fine 5.00; for licenses 10.00; Property, Mattituck 125.00; Refund on Insurance 115.73; for Town Beach Concession 150.00; Refund on Premium on Tax Receiver’s Bond 125.00; Total $66406.88. Disbursements Paid: S.W. Horton, Supervisor, Salary $4000.00; Supervisor’s Office Expense & Supplies 399.94; for Filing Cabinets 80.00; Rent for Supervisor’s Office 420.00; Clerk for Supervisor, Salary 1200.00; Town Counsel, Expenses 30.85; for Legal Services 47.00; Town Clerk, Salary 2000.00; Town Clerk’s Office Expenses & Supplies 720.58; Registrar of Vital Statistics 390.67; for Vital Statistics 24.75; Rent for Town Offices, Southold 1200.00; Expenses for Town Offices 415.14; Justices of Peace, Salaries 5000.00; Justices of Peace Expenses & Supplies 217.70; Assessors, Salaries 6000.00; Assessors Expenses & Supplies 153.84; for work on Tax Map 200.00; Clerk for Assessors 1200.00; for Tax Sheets and Binders 242.87; Clerk on Tax Book 300.00; Receiver of Taxes, Salary 1500.00; Receiver of Taxes Expenses & Supplies 330.57; Clerks for Receiver of Taxes 603.10; Constables, Salaries 10857.00; Constables Supplies 408.43; Constables Expenses 4297.15; 576 Special Officers 659.00; for Police Telephone 304.35; Doctor’s Services 20.00; Matron’s Services 13.00; Attendance Officer, Salary 750.00; School Director 4.00; Town Trustees, Services & Expenses 7.70; State Comptroller, State Retirement Fund 1297.11; Village of Greenport, Beverage Tax 1880.78; for Printing and Advertising 407.02; Labor and Expenses, Town Beach 152.96; Life Guard, Town Beach 96.00; Premiums on Bonds 1297.40; Insurance Premiums 174.75; Compensation Insurance 319.70; for Care of Dump 624.00; Expense of Boarding & Killing Dogs 38.50; Memorial Day Observance 200.00; Dues to Assoc. of Towns 42.00; Expenses and Supplies for Rationing Board 25.90; for removing Fish from Marion Lake 15.00; Care of Legion Plot 6.00; Repairs to Greenport Fire Apparatus 16.50; Transfer to Surplus Account 7102.57, 58,793.83;7613.05 Southold Light District Receipts, Dec. 31/41 Bal. on hand 29.87; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 2246.24; $ 2276.11; Disbursements, Paid Long Island Lighting Company 2101.09; Dec. 31/42 Bal on hand 175.09; Southold Fire District, Dec. 31/41 Balance on hand 23.37; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 13881.59; 13904.96; Disbursements, Paid Southold Fire District 13890.00; Dec, 31/42 Balance on hand 14.96 577 Southold Park District, Rec’s from Receiver of Taxes 3507.04; Disbursements, Dec. 31/41 Account Overdrawn .93; Paid Southold Park District 3500.00; 3500.93; Dec. 31/42 Balance on hand 6.11; Orient Light District Receipts, Dec. 31/41 Balance on hand 88.97; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 1320.88; 1409.85; Disbursements, Paid Long Island Lighting Company 436.49; Dec 31/42 Balance on hand 973.36; Orient Fire District Receipts Dec. 31/41 Balance on hand 10.88; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 3000.03; $3010.91; Disbursements, paid Orient Fire District 3000.00; Dec. 31/1942 Balance on hand 10.91; Orient Mosquito District Receipts Dec. 31/41 Balance on hand 14.72; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 1298.65; $ 1313.37; Disbursements paid Orient Mosquito District 1300.00; Dec. 31/42 Balance on hand 13.37; Peconic Light District Receipts Dec. 31/41 Balance on hand 34.08; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 1654.19; $ 1688.27; Disbursements, paid Long Island Lighting Company 1544.10; Dec. 31/42 Balance on hand 144.17; East Marion Light District, Receipts Dec. 31/41 Balance on hand 40.43; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 1230.11; $ 1270.54; Disbursements, paid Long Island Lighting Company 409.48; Dec. 31.42 balance on hand 861.06 Cutchogue Light District, Receipts, Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 2768.30; Disbursements, Dec 31/41 Account overdrawn 66.33; paid Long Island Lighting Company 2514.06; $2580.39; Dec 31/42 balance on hand 187.91; Cutchogue Fire District Receipts, Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 12.56; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 8329.53; $8342.09; Paid Cutchogue Fire District 8310.00; Dec 31/42 Balance on hand 32.09; Mattituck Light District No. 1, Receipts Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 46.70; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 3470.30; $ 3517.00; Disbursements Paid Long Island Lighting Company 3193.62; Dec 31/42 Balance on hand 323.38; Mattituck Light District No. 2, Receipts Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 19.42; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 567.52; 586.94; Disbursements, Paid Long Island Lighting Company 526.79; Dec 31/42 Balance on hand 60.15; 579 Mattituck Fire District Receipts, Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 6017.61; Disbursements, paid Mattituck Fire District 6017.61; Mattituck Park District Receipts, Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 142.47; Rec’d from certificate of indebtedness 30,000.00; $ 30142.47; Disbursements, paid Mattituck Park District 30000.00; Dec 31/42 Balance on hand 142.47; Fishers Island Light District, Receipts Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 200.88; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 1604.72; Rec’d from Fishers Island Corp 666.69; $2476.269; Disbursements, paid Fishers Island Electric Corp 1800.04; Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 676.25; Fishers Island Fire District Receipts, Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 17.32; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 5544.91; $ 5562.23; Disbursements, Paid Fishers Island Fire District 5545.00; Dec 31/42 Balance on hand 17.23. 580 Public Welfare Account, Receipts, Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 533.60; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 15000.00; Rec’d from County Treasurer (Reimbursements) 8401.07; Rec’d from County Treasurer Refund 15.60; $23950.27; Disbursements, paid Welfare Officer, Investigators and Clerk’s Salaries 4237.38; paid Audited bills, reimbursable 13310.48; Paid Audited bills non-reimbursable 902.15; $ 18450.01. Dec 31/42 Balance on hand $ 5500.26; Food Stamp Account, Receipts Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 502.00; Rec’d from Food Stamp Issuing Officer, Food Stamps 5498.75; Rec’d for Food Stamps sold 4953.25; $ 10954.00; Disbursements, paid County Treasurer for food stamps 9025.00; Dec 31/42 Balance on hand 1929.00; State School Money, Receipts Mar. 4/42 Rec’d from County Treas. 5660.52; June 4/42 Rec’s from County Treas. 3467.13; $9127.69; Disbursements, paid Treasurers of School Districts 9127.69; Highway Bond Account Receipts, Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 5477.00; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 1942 Warrant 5852.00; $11329.00; Disbursements, paid highway Bond 5000.00; Interest on Bonds 477.00; $5477.00; Dec 31/42 Balance on hand 5852.00; 581 Library Account, Receipts Rec’s from Receiver of Taxes 7500.00; Disbursements, paid Fishers Island Library 1073.42; Floyd Memorial 2255.05; Southold Library 1637.86; Cutchogue Library 1145.19; Mattituck Library 1388.48; $7500.00; Surplus Account, Reciepts, Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 1906.96; Transfer from General Account 7102.57; $9009.53; Disbursements, paid for Labor & Material, Mattituck Observation Post 73.76; Expense, Southold Observation Post 12.23; For Conservation Project, Transplanting Escallops 482.20; 568.19; Dec 31/42 Balance on hand 8441.34; Town School Taxes, Receipts, Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 4782.41; Rec’d from 1941 Warrant 104151.63; Rec’d from 1942 Warrant 160000.00; 268934.00; Disbursements Paid Treas of School District 1941 Warrant 108934.04; Paid Treasurers of School Districts 1942 Warrant 154648.56; 263582.60; 5351.44 582 Town Tax Money Receipts, Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 48627.76; Rec’d from 1941 Warrant 429554.29; Rec’d from 1942 Warrant 250086.48; 728268.53; Disbursements, Trans. To School Tax Acct, 1941 Warrant 104151.63; Pub Welfare Acct 37774.72; Light 14866.26; Park 3507.04; Mosquito 1298.65; Library Acct 7500.00; General Acct 17505.74; Penalties 2451.79; Highway Acct 59465.73; Machinery Acct 19000.00; Misc Acct 20100.00; County Treasurer 175560.49; School Tax Acct 160000.00; Highway Bond acct 5852.00; 644034.05; Dec 31/42 Balance on hand 84234.48. Highway Fund, Receipts Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 11056.09; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 59465.73; Rec’d from County Treasurer, State Aid 3323.01; For Sand 39.15; Duplicate payment 16.50; for Horse 75.00; 73975.48; Disbursements, paid for Repairs and Improvements of Highways 30413.42; Dec 31/42 Balance on hand 43562.06. 583 Bridge fund Receipts, Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 766.65; Disbursements 0; Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 766.65; Machinery Fund Receipts, Dec 31/41 Balance on hand 826.03; Rec’d from nd Receiver of Taxes 19000.00; Rec’d for 2 hand Brush plow 80.00; Rec’d from old tires 25.00; Rec’d duplicate payment 4.40; 19935.43; Disbursements, paid for machinery, tools and implements 5637.36; Repairs on machinery, tools and implements 4235.77; Storage of tools used 2378.91; 12252.04; Dec 31/42 balance on hand 7683.39; Misc. Fund, receipts Dec 31/41 balance on hand 15754.93; Rec’d from Receiver of Taxes 20100.00; Dividend on Insurance 295.05; Return Premium on 36.89; Country Treas, Snow Fence 160.00; 36346.87; Disbursements paid for removing obstructions caused by snow 7819.81; cutting & removing weeds and brush 2346.90; misc purposes 9516.53; Town Superintendent salary 3500.01; Supt expenses 126.62; Deputy Supt. salary 400.00; 23709.87; Dec 31/42 balance on hand 12637.00; 584 Balances, General Fund 7613.05; Southold Light district 175.09; Southold Fire 14.96; Southold Park 6.11; Orient Light 973.36; Orient Fire 10.91; Orient Mosquito 13.37; Peconic Light 144.17; East Marion Light 861.06; East Marion Fire 22.36; Cutchogue Light 187.91; Cutchogue Fire 32.04; Mattituck Light #1 323.38; Mattituck Light #2 60.15; Mattituck Fire 0; Mattituck Park 142.47; Fishers Island Light 676.25; F I Fire 17.23; 11273.92; Public Welfare Account 5500.26; Food Stamp Account 1929.00; Surplus Account 8441.34; Town School Taxes 5351.44; Highway Bond Account 5852.00; Town Tax Money 84234.48; Highway Fund 43562.06; Bridge Fund 766.65; Machinery Fund 7683.39; Misc Fund 12637.00; 64649.10 Obligations of the Town Highway bonds 5600.00; certificate of indebtedness Mattituck Park District 30000.00; 35600.00 4 votes affirmative Supervisor Horton not voting 585 The Accounts of Superintendent of Highways Price were examined by the Board. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the accounts of Town Superintendent of Highways Harold D. Price be and the same hereby are approved as follows: Highway Fund, Receipts, Balance from previous year 11056.09; Highway Tax 59465.73; State aid 3323.01; Rec’d for Land 39.15; Rec’d for duplicate payment 16.50; Rec’d for horse 75.00; Total Receipts 73975.48; Expenditures, general repairs 30413.42; Total expenditures 30413.42; Total unexpended balance Dec. 31/42 43562.06; Bridge Fund Balance from previous year 766.65; Total receipts, including balance 766.65; expenditures 0; Total balances unexpended Dec 31/42 766.65 586 Machinery Fund Receipts, Bal on hand from previous year 826.03; Tax rec’d from nd collector 19000.00; Rec’d for 2 hand brush plow 80.00; Old tires 25.00; duplicate payment 4.40; total receipts 19935.43; Expenditures for purchase of machinery etc 5637.36; repair of same 4235.77; storage of same 2378.91; Total 12252.04; Balance unexpended Dec 31/42; Snow & Misc Fund receipts, bal on hand for previous year 15754.93; Tax collected 20100.00; Rec’d for snow fence used on County Highway 160.00; Dividend on comp insurance 295.05; return premiums 36.89; Total 36346.87; Expenditures, for removing obstructions caused by snow 7819.81; cutting & removing weeds, etc 2346.90; other misc purposes 9516.53; Salary Town Superintendent of Highway 3500.01; Expenses of same 126.62; Expenses & Salary of deputy 400.00; Total 23709.87; Balance unexpended Dec 31/42 12637.00; 5 votes affirmative, Supt. Price not voting. 587 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the January Audit Meeting of this Board be held at 11 o’clock am on Wednesday, January 6, 1942; Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 3:15pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved Jan. 6, 1943; 588 Meeting of Jan. 6, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Wednesday, January 6, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 11 O’clock am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding the audit work at 12 noon. Recess was taken for lunch. Following lunch, the Board went to Mattituck to view a proposed road to run from the Old Mill Road to the Mattituck Breakwater, said road to pass through property of Stanley Naugles. The Board will take over said road when the necessary papers are prepared and presented to the Board. The board reconvened at the Supervisor’s Office at 2 o’clock pm. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were approved as read. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Be It Resolved: That the Agreement for the Expenditure of Highway Monies presented to the Board by the Superintendent of Highways be accepted as follows: 589 124.14 miles @ $700. Per mile $86,898.00 Reserve Fund 13,316.64 Payment of Orders No1 to 1 Mc. 194.80 Total $100,409.44 Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case Resolved: That the regular monthly meeting of the Southold Town Board be held on the third Thursday of each month at 7:30pm. Unanimously adopted Adjournment was at 4:05 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 590 Meeting of January 23, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Thursday, January 21, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 o’clock pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Hawkins, Klipp and Case; town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town will pay the necessary expenses of those Town Officials who attend the Annual Meeting of the Association of Towns of the State of New York, to be held at Albany, NY, on February 17 & 18, 1943. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Klipp; Resolved: That the Supervisor act as the official representative of the Town of Southold at the Annual Meeting of the Association of Towns of the State of New York to be held at Albany, NY on February 17& 18, 1943. 4 votes affirmative, Sup. Horton not voting. Moved by Supt. Price; seconded by Justice Klipp: Whereas, The necessary papers, releases and maps have been duly furnished to the Town by Stanley Naugles; Be It Resolved: That the proposed highway, to be known as Naugles Drive be and the same is hereby taken over to be laid out and 591 worked as a public highway. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case; Be It Resolved: That the monthly Audit Meeting of this Board be held at 11 o’clock am on Wednesday, February 3, 1943. Unanimously adopted. Adjournment was at 10:20 PM R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved Feb. 3, 1943 592 Meeting of February 3, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Wednesday, February 3, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 11 o’clock am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town; concluding the audit work at 12 o’clock noon, at which time recess was taken for lunch. The Board reconvened at 1 o’clock pm for general business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A delegation of farmers and others interested in farm matters appeared before the Board to present a proposition to establish a labor camp in the Town. The camp as proposed would be under the auspices of the Federal Government. The statement was made that such camps would not be set up without the approval of the Town Board. Present in the delegation were the following: Edwin H. King, Kenneth Tabor, Wayland Brown, John Bauer, Adam Zaveski, Edwin Donahue & George Kaelin. The Board agreed to study into 593 The matter, and also agreed to get into touch with Mr. W.G. Beea, County Farm Agent, and with Mr. Philip Marshak, the latter a representative of the Federal Farm Security Bureau, with a view of getting all available information on the subject. Unless otherwise notified in the meantime, the Board will meet with the two gentlemen above named on Friday, at 2:30 pm. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the monthly meeting of this Board be held on Wednesday, February 24, 1943, at 7:30 pm. Unanimously adopted Adjournment was at 4:50 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 594 Meeting of February 24, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Wednesday evening, February 24, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 7:30pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Supt. of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the March Audit Meeting of this Board be held on Wednesday, March 3, 1943, at 11 o’clock am. Unanimously adopted. The subject of the proposed Federal Labor Camp was discussed at length. Following discussion, it was agreed to lay the matter on the table for the present. Adjournment was at 11: 30 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 595-599 blank in book 600 Meeting of March 3, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Wednesday, March 3, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 11 o’clock am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town; concluding the audit work at 11:30, when the Board convened for general business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and with minor corrections were duly approved. Recess was taken for lunch at 12:15 and the Board reconvened at 1:30 pm. Mr. Carl Vail of Southold appeared before the Board and called the attention of the Board to the traffic menace at the curve on Route 25 at the Soldiers Monument. He asked the Board, also, to consider equipping the policemen’s cars with first aid kits and blankets for the use of the police in serious accidents. He urged that measures be taken to mark the curve in such a way as to cut down the number of accidents at that point. Mr. Fred Grathwohl, Mr. Stewar Horton and Mr. Edwin Foster appeared before the Board to request that the Board protest against the establishment of a labor camp in Southold Town. Attorney Joseph Krupski of Southold Also appeared before the Board and spoke at some length, setting forth objections to the proposed labor camp. He stated that he thought such an influx of labor would place an undue burden on our police and felt that we 601 would be subjecting the Town to a heavy increase in crime. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That Officer Antone Chituk be and he is hereby granted a 5 months leave of absence to engage in defense work. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Chief of Police be and he is hereby authorized to purchase for the equipment of the cars of the Southold Town Police, the following material: A first aid kit for each car, and two warm blankets for each car, each of the said blankets to be plainly embroidered with the name of the Town of Southold. Unanimously adopted. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, two very serious accidents have recently occurred at the curve near the Soldiers Monument, on Route 25 in the village of Southold; and Whereas, both of these accidents have involved members of our Armed Forces stationed on duty in this area; Be It Resolved: That this Board request the State Highway Department to restudy the approaches to this curve with a view to providing more adequate protection to the public at this point. Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk communicate with the State Highway Department and inform said Department of this request. Unanimously adopted. 602 Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That a Special Meeting of this Board be held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Saturday, March 6, 1943 at 2 o’clock pm. 4 votes affirmative Justice Klipp voting no Adjournment was at 4:45 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved March 6, 1943 603 Meeting of March 6, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Saturday, March 6, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 2 o’clock, pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Supervisor Horton reported on his conference with State Farm Labor Director Thomas N. Hurd in Albany. He assured the Board that the State would give the Town full cooperation in its efforts to find a solution of the local farm labor problem. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, There is a Bill in the Appropriations Committee of the Congress, which, if it becomes a law, will provide camps to house seasonal farm workers; and Whereas, The State of New York has recognized the farm labor problem and is providing a program to encourage high school pupils, teachers and women to work on farms this season; and Whereas, such plans assure an adequate supply of New York State people of this type for farm work; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board approves such a camp to be available only to workers of New York State, provided under the 604 New York State Farm Worker Plan. Unanimously adopted. The Town Clerk was directed to send a copy of the above Resolution to Director Thomas Norman Hurd and also to County Farm Agent W.G. Been. Adjournment was at 3:45pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 605 Meeting of March 18, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Thursday, March 18, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A communication was read from J. N. Hurd, State Farm Labor Director. A communication was read from Supt. JJ Darcy of the State Highway Department, stating that in accordance with the request of this Board, he would have a survey made of the situation at the Monument curve in Southold with a view to eliminating the hazard there. A number of subjects pertaining to the Town’s interests were discussed at length. Adjournment was at 11:09pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 606 Meeting of April 6, 1943 The monthly Audit Meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, April 5, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 11 o’clock am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a committee on audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding the audit work at 11:45 am and then sitting for general business. The minutes of the previous meeting of the Board were read and were duly approved as read. Recess was taken for lunch at 12:15 and the Board viewed several proposed roads before reconvening for general business. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Southold Town Board approve the purchase of 8 anchors at $3 each for use on the floats and other equipment at the Town Beach. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That James Mullen of Greenport and Charles T. Glover of Mattituck be and they are hereby appointed Special Constables to serve at the pleasure of the Board. Unanimously adopted 607 A communication was read from Ernest Wiggin, stating that he had purchased from Herbert Fordam, known as Sterling, and asking that the Town Board discontinue as public roads certain highways in that development. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Town Superintendent of Highways be and he is hereby authorized and instructed to discontinue certain highways known as Sutton Place and Main Street in the development known as Sterling, lying north of Greenport Village. Unanimously adopted Several matters of interest to the Town were discussed at length. Adjournment was at 3:28pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved April 21, 1943 608 Meeting of April 21, 1943 The monthly meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Wednesday, April 21, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 7:45 pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Papers convering the discontinuation of Sutton Place and Main Street, in that section known as Sterling, were signed by the Board. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, George Gilbert Wetmore is employed on the Southold Police Force; and Whereas, Said George Gilbert Wetmore has received from Local Selective Service Board No. 700, Suffolk County, instructions directing him to furnish evidence to the said Board concerning his occupational status; and Whereas, Said George Gilbert Wetmore is one of the small corps of experienced officers charged with the duty of maintaining the peace 609 Of Southold Town and of furnishing protection to the inhabitants thereof; and Whereas, under present economic conditions such officers cannot be replaced; and Whereas, The Southold Town Board has already granted to such police officers as can be spared from this work leave of absence in order that they might accept employment in actual defense activities; Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board believes that the said George Gilbert Wetmore, as an officer of the Southold Town Police Force, is actually engaged in “essential” work, and respectfully requests that said Local Board No. 700 grant him the status of “essential worker.” Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk of the Town of Southold be and he is hereby directed to send a certified copy of this Resolution to said Local Board No. 700, and to furnish such further evidence and prepare such other forms as may be required by said Board in its consideration of this case. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, James Patrick Kelley is employed on the Southold Town Police 610 Force; and Whereas, Said James Patrick Kelly has received from Local Selective Service Board No. 700, Suffolk County, instructions directing him to furnish evidence to the said Board concerning his occupational status; and Whereas, Said James Patrick Kelly is one of the small corps of experienced officers charged with the duty of maintaining the peace of Southold Town and of furnishing protection to the inhabitants thereof; and Whereas, under present economic conditions, such officers cannot be replaced; and Whereas, The Southold Town Board has already granted to such police officers as can be spared from this work leave of absence in order that they might accept employment in actual defense activities; Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board believes that James Patrick Kelly, as an officer of the Southold Town Police Force, is actually engaged in “essential” work and respectfully requests that Local Board No. 700 grant him the status of “essential worker.” Be it Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk of the Town of Southold be and he is hereby directed to send a certified copy of this 611 Resolution to said Local Board No. 700, and to furnish such further evidence and prepare such other forms as may be required by said Board in its consideration of this case. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the Superintendent of Highways be and he is hereby authorized to assist the armed forces stationed in this Town, in so far as is practical in the grading and improvement of their grounds. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That John Monahan be and he is hereby named Laborer at the Town Dump in Cutchogue, to assume his duties on May 1, 1943, to serve at the pleasure of this Board and to be paid therefor at the rate of $2.00 per working day. Unanimously adopted The meeting adjourned at 10:30 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 612 Meeting of May 4, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Tuesday, May 4, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 11 o’clock am with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding the Audit at 12 noon, and then recessing for lunch. Business was resumed at 1:30 pm. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, God in His omniscience has taken from us the spirit of Seth Brown Tabor; and Whereas, Seth Brown Tabor was a life-long resident of the Town of Southold; and Whereas, his life amongst us has been one of outstanding citizenship and service, and Whereas, In addition to his countless 613 Acts of kindness to his neighbors and his friendly attitude toward all, he has served his Town faithfully as Assessor for 18 years; Be It Therefore Resolved: That the Southold Town Board deeply mourns the passing of this friend and associate and extends its profound sympathy to the members of his immediate family in their heavy bereavement. Be It Further Resolved: That the Southold Town Clerk be and he is hereby directed to send a copy of this Resolution to the said members of his immediate family; and Be It Further Resolved: That a copy thereof be sent to the Long Island Traveler and to the Suffolk Times. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That B. Webster Young, of Orient, be and he is hereby appointed an Assessor of the Town of Southold to fill out the unexpired term of the late S. Brown Tabor, said B. Webster Young to assume the duties of said office as of this day. Unanimously adopted Adjournment was at 3:30pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 614 Meeting of May 20, 1943 The monthly meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport in Thursday, May 20, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 7:30pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A communication was read from the family of the late S. Brown Tabor expressing the appreciation of the family for the sympathy of the Board. A note of appreciation was read from the family of the late Patrick Kelly, father of Officer Kelly, for the bouquet sent by the members of this Board. The Clerk reported receipt of a communication from Selective Service Board No. 700, stating that Officer Kelly had been placed in II A. H. On agreement of the members of the Board, the Audit meeting was scheduled from June 1, 1943 at 11 o’clock am. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, a petition was presented to this Board by Ezra Young and Grace S. Young, his wife, and by Ruttedge Howard and Mabel T. Howard, his wife, praying that this Board grant 615 The discontinuance of a highway described as follows: Beginning at a monument sat at the intersection of the northerly line of the Old Main Road from Greenport to Orient with the easterly line of land of said Ezra H. Young and running thence along said easterly line of land of Ezra H. Young, S 24 dgr 4’ 30”, E. 80 feet more or less to the northerly line of right of way of Greenport – Orient Point County Highway as shown on a map of said highway filed in the office of Suffolk County Clerk in File No. 1001-6; thence southwesterly along the last described line on a curve to the right whose radius is 2259.01 feet a distance of 200 feet, more or less to said northerly line of Old Main Road; thence along said northerly line of Old Main Road, N. 30dgr 58’ E. 238 feet more or less to the point of beginning containing two tenths of an acre more or less, on the grounds that said highway has been abandoned. 616 Meeting of June 1, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on June 1, 1943. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding the audit at 12:00 noon. The Board then sat for general business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Recess was taken for lunch at 12:15pm. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Whereas, God in his Providence has taken from us the presence of Charles J. McNulty; and Whereas, Charles J. McNulty was at once an upstanding Christian gentleman, a public spirited citizen, and an active force in every worthy community project; and Whereas, in addition to his many other activities, he had served this Town faithfully and well for many years as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Town of Southold; 617 Therefore Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board deeply mourns the loss of this friend and fellow official and extends its profound sympathy to his sorrowing family. Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and he is hereby directed to spread this Resolution upon the minutes of this meeting, and he is further directed to send a copy thereof to the members of the bereaved family. The Board stood in unanimous adoption of the foregoing Resolution. The Town Clerk called the attention of the Board to the law governing the care and preservation of public records, stating that the Town lacked fire proof vaults necessary for the protection of the documents. He stated that the Town Board was required by law to furnish such protection and that if the person charged with such protection failed to request it, such person was personally and materially liable. The matter was laid on the table. Adjournment was at 2:50pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk June 16, 1943 The monthly meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Wednesday evening, June 16, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. There was discussion of a change in procedure in the making of the Jury list, and the Town Clerk was instructed to write to the secretaries of the several fire companies and to ask them to send lists of their members for use in preparation of the jury list. Matters of interest to the Town were discussed at considerable length. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Audit meeting of this Board be held on Wednesday evening, July 7, 1943 at 7:30 pm. Unanimously adopted Adjournment was at 9:50 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 619 Meeting of July 7, 1943 The monthly meeting of the Southold Town Board was held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on Wednesday evening, July 7, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a committee on audit, concluding that work at 8:15pm, and then convening for general business. The Minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. By agreement the August meeting of the Board was set for Thursday, August 5, 1943 at 7:30 pm. A communication was read from Brig. Gen. Charles Hines, expressing his sincere thanks for the assistance given by the Town at the Army Post in Mattituck, and voicing his appreciation for the fine relationship existing between the military and the people of the Town. Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Case: Whereas, Jack Levin, the holder of the lease on the Town Beach is in the armed forces, and Whereas, he will not be able to operate the 620 Concession during the current summer; Be It Resolved: That the rent on the Town Beach be remitted for the current season. Unanimously adopted Adjournment was at 10:10 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 621 Meeting of August 4, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, Greenport, on Wednesday, August 4, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding the Audit work at 7:50pm, and sitting then for general business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were declared approved as read. The Town Clerk was instructed to write to Mrs. Jack Levin, informing her that, inasmuch as the concession at the Town Beach could not be operated this summer, and inasmuch as her husband was in the Armed Forces, the Board had decided to cancel the rental for the current season. A letter was read from Mrs. Teeves of South Harbor Road calling attention to a dead tree on Mill Lane, Peconic. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That Frank Dawson be recommended to the District Superintendent of Schools for reappointment to the 622 Office of Attendance Officer, Mr. Dawson to receive annual compensation at the rate of $750 per annum, he to pay his own travel expense. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That Eloise Bowden be transferred from the position of Junior Stenographer in the Welfare Office to that of Junior Stenographer in the Office of the Town Clerk. Unanimously adopted It was unanimously agreed to hold the next meeting at 7:30 pm, on Wednesday, September 8, 1943. Adjournment was at 9:45 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 623 Meeting of September 8, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Wednesday, September 8, 1943. Present were: Supervisor Horton; Justice Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case: Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding the Audit at 7:55 pm. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That General Bills in the amount of $1907.81 and Welfare bills in the amount of $370.35 be paid. Unanimously adopted The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. A communication was read from Mrs. Jack Levin, thanking the Board on behalf of herself and her husband for remitting the rental on the concession at the Town Beach. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the request of Mrs. Mary Harbeck, Case Worker, for six months leave of absence from her duties be and the same is hereby granted. Unanimously adopted 624 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That A.W. Symonds, Welfare Officer, be and he is hereby authorized to carry on the work of Case Worker in the Welfare Office, in addition to his regular duties, after October 1, 1943; and that he be paid at the rate of $1600 per annum beginning on that date, with mileage at .06 per mile. Unanimously adopted A letter was read from the County Treasurer asking whether there is any objection on the part of the Town Board to satisfying the Bond of the Receiver of Taxes. It was unanimously agreed that the next meeting of the Board be held on Tuesday, October 5, 1943, at 11 o’clock am. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Klipp; Resolved: That Harry Geehring be and he is hereby appointed Special Constable for duty at the Greenport School crossing; to serve at the pleasure of the Board, and to begin his duties on the first day of school. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That the pay of the three Special Constables on school crossing duty be set at $3 per day for each school day, effective with the beginning of 625 The present school year. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and he is hereby instructed to notify the County Treasurer that there is no objection on the part of the Southold Town Board to the satisfaction of the bond of the Receiver of Taxes. Unanimously adopted Street Lighting contracts between the Southold Town Board and the Long Island Lighting Company were signed by the Board as follows: Orient to expire July 1, 1947 Southold to expire July 8, 1947 Mattituck to expire September 26, 1948 Adjournment was at 10:20 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 626 Meeting of October 5, 1942 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Tuesday, October 5, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 11:00 am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Deputy Town Clerk Booth. The Board sat as a Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding the audit work at 11:30 am. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That General bills in the amount of $ 1519.53, Reimbursable Welfare bills in the amount of $ 290.11, and non-reimbursable Welfare bills in the amount of $47.83 be paid. Unanimously adopted Town matters were discussed at considerable length. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the November Audit Meeting of this Board be held on November 4, 1943 at 11 am. Unanimously adopted 627 Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That the Hearing on the Budget be held at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton on November 4, 1943 at 2pm. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That this Board does hereby prepare and approve as the Preliminary Budget of this Town for the fiscal year beginning on the first day of January, 1944, the itemized statement of estimated revenues and expenditures hereto attached and made a part of this Resolution; and Be It Further Resolved: That such preliminary budget shall be filed in the office of the Town Clerk where it shall be available for inspection by any interested person at all reasonable hours; and th Be It Further Resolved: That this Board shall meet at 2 pm on the 4 day of November, 1943, for the purpose of holding a Public Hearing upon such preliminary budget; and Be It Further Resolved: That the Town Clerk give notice of such Public Hearing in the manner provided in Section 113 of the Town Law. Preliminary Budget: Highway Fund 53,000 Machinery Fund 19.000 628 Misc. fund: For snow removal 4000; For weeds, brush, etc 4000; Salary & expense Town Supt. & Deputy 3700; Expense Highway Supt. 6000; other Misc purposes 6000; Total 18,100.00 Public Libraries 7500; Memorial Day observance 200; Public Welfare 10,000; General Fund: Fixed Salaries: Supervisor 4000; Town Clerk 2000; Town Counsel 1200; Justice of the Peace (5) 6000; Assessors (6) 6000; Receiver of Taxes 1500; Attendance Officer 750; Constables 10,585; Clerk for Supervisor 1200; Clerk for Assessors 1200; Constables & Spec. Officers 3000; Total 37,435.00; Rent for Supervisors Office 420; Rent for other Town Offices 1200; Advertising & Notices 1500; Office expenses, telephone, postage, stationary, etc 1000; Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes, Highway Supt. 1500; Clerks on Assessment Rolls 500; Expenses – Assessors 300; Assessment Rolls 200; Expenses, Justices of the Peace 300; Salaries – Clerks for Receiver 800; Expenses - Receiver of Taxes 300; Insurance – Compensation, Traffic Lights, Town Beach 500; Constable Expenses 5000; 629 Police Equipment 500; Police Telephone 350; Fees & Physicians 50; Maintenance of Town Beach 300; Life Guard 100; Doctors Services 50; Office equipment 500; Town Dump attendant 600; Tax Map 200; State Retirement System 1700; Association of Towns membership fee 43; Shade Tree Fund 200; Heat, Light, Water, Town Clerk’s Office 500; Advertising Fund 500; Contingent Fund 5000; War Emergency 500; General Fund Total 79,748.00; Highway Fund Total 88,100; Estimated Receipts Mortgage Tax 600; Income Tax 10,000; Franchise Tax 19,000; Tax Penalties 1500; Licenses (Dog) 1100; Licenses 10; Fines & Fees 800; Concession at Town Beach 150; Rent 40; Total 38,200.00 Special Districts Orient Fire 2989.73; Orient Light 1075.02; Orient Mosquito 1491.95; East Marion Fire 997.81; East Marion Light 1031.63; Fishers Island Light 1602.90; Fishers Island Fire 7515.84; Southold Fire 12, 365.27; Southold Light 1989.07; Southold Park none; 630 Peconic Light 1451.21; Cutchogue Fire 6490.07; Cutchogue Light 2365.95; Mattituck Fire 6000.50; Mattituck Light #1 2978.08; Mattituck Boulevard Light #2 493.98; Mattituck Park 2709.95; School Districts No. 2 Orient 12639.61; No. 3 East Marion 6451.93; No. 4 Fishers Island 32,923.64; No. 5 Southold 51,205.15; No. 6 Southold 3236.27; No. 7 Peconic 10,006.31; No. 8 Cutchogue 10,514.91; No. 9 Greenport 100,378.07; No. 11 Laurel 5875.54; No. 12 Cutchogue 17132.06; No. 14 Mattituck 7006.12; No. 15 New Suffolk 6971.66; Unanimously adopted Adjournment was at 4:25 pm R.P. Booth, Deputy Clerk. 631 Meeting of October 21, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Thursday evening, October 21, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 7:45pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry; Resolved: That the Town Clerk be and he is hereby instructed to appeal, through the papers of the Town, to the residents of the Town for cooperation on Halloween to do away with any pranks or other mischief which might offer a cover for sabotage or other unpatriotic activity. Unanimously adopted Captain George Monsell, of Cutchogue, appeared before the Board, urging that residents of the Town be granted permission to take escallops from the creeks of the Town. The matter was discussed at considerable length, and every aspect of the situation was carefully explored. Adjournment was at 10:15 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 632 Meeting of November 4, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on Thursday, November 4, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 11 am, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The Board sat at once as at Committee on Audit to examine claims against the Town, concluding the audit work at 11:30 am. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That General bills in the sum of $2,704.06; Reimbursable bills in the sum of $345.46; and non-reimbursable bills in the sum of $35.09 be and the same are hereby ordered paid. Unanimously adopted The Board canvassed the ballot cast on the Library Appropriation in the General Election of Tuesday, November 2, 1943. The vote was as follows: Yes 300 No 90 Blank 2150 Total Vote 2540 633 The proposition to appropriate $7500 annually for the fiscal years 1944 and 1945 for the support of public libraries in the Town of Southold was duly declared passed. In accordance with the advertisement required by law, the Supervisor formally declared the public hearing on the proposed Budget for the fiscal year 1944 duly open at 2 pm. Mr. Flory Sarno of New Suffolk appeared before the Board to speak on the escallop situation, the matter was again discussed at great length. No interested persons having appeared before the Board to speak either for aor against any of the items in the proposed Budget, the hearing on the Budget was formally closed at 3:55 pm. Moved by Justice (blank); seconded by Justice (blank) Resolved: That the Superintendent of Highways is hereby authorized to purchase under Section 142 of the Highway Law from Vail Bros., Peconic, NY, one new 1942 Packard regular sedan for a total price of $1867.28, F.O.B., Peconic. Trade in allowance $1267.28; cash $600.00; Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the Budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 1944 be and the same is hereby adopted. 634 As follows: Town Budget for 1944 Highway Fund 53,000; Machinery Fund 17,000; Misc. fund: For snow removal 4000; For weeds, brush, etc 4000; Salary & expense Town Supt. & Deputy 3500; Expense Highway Supt. 600; other Misc purposes 6000; Total 18,100.00; 88,100.00. Public Libraries 7500; Memorial Day observance 200; Public Welfare 10,000; General Fund: Fixed Salaries: Supervisor 4000; Town Clerk 2000; Town Counsel 1200; Justice of the Peace (5) 6000; Assessors (6) 6000; Receiver of Taxes 1500; Attendance Officer 750; Constables 10,585; Clerk for Supervisor 1200; Clerk for Assessors 1200; Constables & Spec. Officers 3000; Total 37,435.00; Rent for Supervisors Office 420; Rent for other Town Offices 1200; Advertising & Notices 1500; Office expenses, telephone, postage, stationary, etc 1000; 635 Premiums on Bonds, Supervisor, Receiver of Taxes, Highway Supt. 1500; Clerks on Assessment Rolls 500; Expenses – Assessors 300; Assessment Rolls 200; Expenses, Justices of the Peace 300; Salaries – Clerks for Receiver 800; Expenses - Receiver of Taxes 300; Insurance – Compensation, Traffic Lights, Town Beach 500; Constable Expenses 5000; Police Equipment 500; Police Telephone 350; Fees & Physicians 50; Maintenance of Town Beach 300; Life Guard 100; Doctors Services 50; Office equipment 500; Town Dump attendant 600; Tax Map 200; State Retirement System 1700; Association of Towns membership fee 43; Shade Tree Fund 200; Heat, Light, Water, Town Clerk’s Office 500; Advertising Fund 500; Contingent Fund 5000; War Emergency 500; General Fund Total 79,748.00; Highway Fund Total 88,100; Estimated Receipts Mortgage Tax 600; Income Tax 10,000; Franchise Tax 3,000; Beverage Tax 19,000; Tax Penalties 1500; Licenses (Dog) 1100; Licenses 10; Fines & Fees 800; Concession at Town Beach 150; Rent 40; Total 38,200.00 636 Special Districts Orient Fire 2989.73; Orient Light 1075.02; Orient Mosquito 1491.95; East Marion Fire 997.81; East Marion Light 1031.63; Fishers Island Light 1602.90; Fishers Island Fire 7515.84; Southold Fire 12, 365.27; Southold Light 1989.07; Southold Park none; Peconic Light 1451.21; Cutchogue Fire 6490.07; Cutchogue Light 2365.95; Mattituck Fire 6000.50; Mattituck Light #1 2978.08; Mattituck Boulevard Light #2 493.98; Mattituck Park 2709.95; School Districts No. 2 Orient 12639.61; No. 3 East Marion 6451.93; No. 4 Fishers Island 32,923.64; No. 5 Southold 51,205.15; No. 6 Southold 3236.27; No. 7 Peconic 10,006.31; No. 8 Cutchogue 10,514.91; No. 9 Greenport 100,378.07; No. 11 Laurel 5875.54; No. 12 Cutchogue 17132.06; No. 14 Mattituck 7006.12; No. 15 New Suffolk 6971.66; Unanimously adopted Total 1943-44 $ 129,649.00 637 Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That, as of November 1, 1943, the salary of Howard Overton, special officer at the East Cutchogue School, be $3.00 per school day. Unanimously adopted By agreement, the next meeting of the Board was set for 7:30 pm, on Thursday, November 18, 1943. Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Whereas, the Town Welfare Officer of the Town of Southold has submitted a plan for cash relief in the Town Welfare Office of the Town of Southold, dated November 4, 1943; and Whereas, By amendment to the Social Welfare Law and Town Law made by Chapter 518 of the Laws of 1943, the legislature has authorized payment of relief in cash and issuance of individual checks to persons entitled to relief who are certified by the Town Welfare Officer; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Supervisor shall, without prior audit, issue individual checks to persons as authorized by the Town Welfare Officer on forms either as prescribed or as approved by the State Department of Social Welfare; and Be it Further Resolved; that this plan shall be effective as of January 1, 1944. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That Ralph P Booth be and 638 He is hereby appointed Registrar of Vital Statistics for District 5159 of the Town of Southold, effective January 1, 1944. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That Frances O. Rich and Roland C. Horton be and they are hereby appointed Clerks to the Receiver of Taxes. Unanimously adopted Adjournment was at 4:45 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 639 Meeting of November 18, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Thursday evening, November 18, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; and Town Attorney Terry. In the absence of Town Clerk Davison, Justice Terry recorded. Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That Bond No. 825359k of the American Surety Company for $50,000.00 for Albert Richmond as Receiver of Taxes for the year 1943-1944, be and the same is hereby approved as to form and sufficiency of surety. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Hawkins; Whereas, Sterling Cemetery Inc., has petitioned the Southold Town Board for permission to acquire additional lands for cemetery purposes; and Whereas, the need for such additional lands appears to be urgent; Therefore, Be It Resolved: That permission be granted to Sterling Cemetery Inc., to acquire for cemetery purposes the land specified in said petition, as follows: Beginning at the north easterly corner of land of said Sterling Cemetery Inc., on the southerly line of North Road and running thence along said southerly line of North Road, N. 66 dgr 01’ 20” E. 50.0 feet; thence on a line at right angles to said 640 Line of said road, S 23 dgr 58’ 40” E. 452.38 feet to said land of Sterling Cemetery Inc; thence along said land of Sterling Cemetery Inc., three courses as follows: 1. N. 46 dgr 53’ 50” W. 54.03 feet; thence 2. N. 53 dgr 11’ 30” W. 86.54 feet; thence 3. N. 21 dgr 39’ 10” W. 327.36 feet to the point of beginning. Containing Five Hundred and Eleven Thousandths 511/1000 of an acre. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the next meeting of this Board be held on December 9, 1943, at 1:30 pm. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Case: Resolved: That Alvah Goldsmith of Southold be and he is hereby appointed Town Trustee in the place of Nathan Davis, deceased, to serve through December 31, 1944. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Case; seconded by Justice Klipp; Resolved: That the Supervisor and the Town Counsel be and they are hereby authorized to take steps to establish rights of Southold Town to its lands under water and report back to this Board. Unanimously adopted A bill of B. Webster Young, Special Constable for $10.00 for services on October 30 and 31, 1943, was duly audited and ordered paid. 641 Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp: Whereas, Nathan Davis has departed this earthly scene; and Whereas, Mr. Davis lived all of his mature years in the Town of Southold; and Whereas, Mr. Davis won distinction for himself as a man of the highest character, as a diligent worker, and as a public spirited citizen; and Whereas, In addition to his many years of service as a Commissioner of the Southold Park District; and his long years of service as a Commissioner of the Southold Park District, he also served with honor to himself and with great profit to his Town as a member of the Board of Town Trustees; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the Southold Town Board, deeply appreciative of the services rendered to the people of his Town by Nathan Davis, sincerely mourns the passing of this truly valuable citizen; and Be It Further Resolved: That this sincere token of the respect of this Board for Mr. Davis be spread upon the permanent records of the Town of Southold. Unanimously adopted Adjournment was at 9:50 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Approved Dec. 9, 1944 642 The following Resolution was filed on the Town Clerk on December 20, 1944. Whereas, this Board of Trustees of the Town of Southold has the title to all lands under the waters in the Town of Southold, and the right of fishing and control of the products of said waters, for the benefit of the inhabitants of said Town, by virtue of the ancient Town Charter; and Whereas, it appears necessary for the best interests of this Town and its inhabitants that this Board, at this time, regulate the taking and the manner of taking scallops from the waters of the Town; and Whereas, Pursuant to Chapter 402, of the laws of 1938, as amended, the town Board of this Town of Southold is empowered to enact ordinances, as requested by this Board of Trustees. Now, Therefore, It Is Hereby Resolved: That this Board of Trustees of the Town of Southold request the said Town Board of this Town of Southold, in writing, to promptly take any and all steps and proceedings as may be necessary duly to enact an ordinance regulating the taking and the manner of taking scallops from the waters of the Town. This is to certify that the foregoing resolution was unanimously adopted by the th Southold Town Trustees on December 18, 1943. (Signed) (?) Dean, Secretary Filed Dec. 20, 1943 R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 643 Meeting of December 9, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Thursday, December 9, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 1:30 pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Klipp; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison; The Board sat at once as a Committee on Audit to audit claims against the Town, concluding the audit work at 2 pm and immediately convening for general business. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Hawkins: Resolved: That General bills amounting to $3502.52; Reimbursable Welfare bills amounting to $416.49; and non-reimbursable Welfare bills amounting to $165.11 be and the same are hereby ordered paid. Unanimously adopted The minutes of the two previous meetings were read and were duly approved as read. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp; Resolved: That Bond 1-5111406 of the Aetna Casualty & Surety Company for $60,000 for Supervisor S.W. Horton be and the same is hereby approved as to form and sufficiency of surety. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That pursuant to the provisions of paragraph 1, Section 54 of the Town Law, as amended by Chapter 675 of the Laws of 1935, the Supervisor shall deposit all monies coming into his hands 644 As such Supervisor in the following banks: People’s National Bank, Greenport, NY; First National Bank, Greenport, NY: Mattituck National Bank & Trust, Co., Mattituck, NY; First National Bank, Cutchogue, NY; Bank of Southold, Southold, NY. Be it Further Resolved: That such banks shall pledge security as follows: People’s National Bank, Greenport, NY, U.S. Treasury 2 ½ % bonds of 1949-53 $40,000; 2 ½ % bonds of 1950-52 6,500; 2 ½ % bonds of 1945 4,500; 2 ½ % bonds of 1949-53 10,000; Total 61,000; First National Bank, Greenport, NY, U.S. Treasury 2 7/8% bonds 1955/60 30,000; 2 ¾ % bonds 1954 30,000; Total 60,000; Mattituck National Bank & Trust Co., Mattituck, NY, U.S. Treasury 3 1/8 bonds 1949/46 10,000; H.O.L. Corp., 1 ½ % 1947/45 20,000; Total 30,000; First National Bank, Cutchogue, NY, U.S. Treasury bonds 2 ¾ 1954/51 5,000; 2 ¾ % 1959/56 5,000; 2 ½ % 1949/53 5,500; 3 % 1955/51 10,000; H.O.L. Corp 3% 1952/44 5,025; Total 30,525; Bank of Southold, Southold NY Federal Deposit Insurance only. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp; Be It Resolved: That Betsy B. Young of Orient be and she is hereby appointed to serve as Assessor in the place of B. 645 Webster Young, deceases, until December 31, 1944. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp: Whereas, the members of this Board have been deeply grieved and shocked by the sudden death of B. Webster Young of Orient; and Whereas, B. Webster Young was a young man of excellent character and of marked ability; and Whereas, during his brief service as Assessor of the Town of Southold, he had displayed unusual interest in his work and had performed his duties with honor to himself and benefit to his Town; Be It Further Resolved: That the Southold Town Board deplores the loss of this good citizen and valued public servant. Be It Further Resolved: That a copy of this expression of our grief and sympathy be sent to the family of the deceased; and Be It Further Resolved: That a copy of the same be spread upon the permanent records of the Town. Unanimously adopted Moved by Justice Hawkins; seconded by Justice Terry: Resolved: That the monthly meeting of this Board be held on Wednesday, December 22, 1943, at 7:30 pm Unanimously adopted Matters of general Town business were discussed at considerable length. Adjournment was at 10:10 pm, R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 646 Meeting of December 22, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton, at Greenport, on Wednesday, December 22, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins and Klipp; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That Marguerite Young of Southold; Irving Rogers of East Marion; and August Armbrust of Mattituck, be and the same are hereby appointed Dog Enumerators for the year 1944. Unanimously adopted The matter of regulating the taking of escallops from the waters of Southold Town was brought up for discussion; and the Clerk read a Resolution which was formally adopted by the Board of Town Trustees of the Town of Southold at a meeting of the said Board held on December 18, 1943. The Clerk further certified that the Resolution had been served on him on December 20, 1943, and had been filed in his office on that date. The Resolution follows: Moved by Justice Klipp; seconded by Justice Terry: Whereas, the Board of Trustees of this Town of Southold has made application in writing, duly filed with the Town Clerk of this Town, for the enactment of a certain ordinance, regulating the taking and the manner of taking certain shellfish from the waters of this Town of Southold; 647 Now, Therefore, Pursuant to said application and the authority vested in this Town Board by chapter 402 of the Laws of 1938 as amended (also designated as subdivision 21 of Section 130 of the Town Law of the State of New York) Be it and it is Hereby Resolved: That said application be accepted and approved, and that the Town Clerk be directed to give notice, as required by law, that on the th 12 day of January, 1944, at the Southold Fire House in the Village of Southold, at 2 o’clock in the afternoon of that day, a hearing will be held by this Board, as required by law, upon the following proposed ordinance; Taking and Manner of Escallops from Town Waters. Section 1 – Definitions: A – Southold Town Waters Wherever the words “town waters” are used in this ordinance they shall be deemed to mean all waters in any harbor, bay or creek, title to which is vested in the Town of Southold, and for the title to which lands or the right of fishing in which is vested in the Board of Trustees of the Town of Southold and shall include all of the waterways and creeks cutting the shore line of the Town of Southold on Long Island Sound on the North and on Peconic and Gardiners Bays on the South to the average high water mark from head land to head land with the exception of Sterling Basin. B – Natural Power – Shall mean power derived from wind tide or other physically operated devices. Any aid derived by touring, or by any means, directly or indirectly, from any source, using fuel or electric current, shall not be deemed “Natural Power” within the meaning of this ordinance. 648 C – Resident – Wherever the word “resident” is used in this act it shall mean a member of a household actually occupying or maintaining a dwelling in Southold Town for not less than two months of any one year. D – Commercial Purposes – shall mean any use or purpose other than for food consumption by the person taking escallops from the waters of Southold Town, or by members of such Person’s household. Section 2 – It shall be unlawful to take escallops from the Town waters of Southold Town during the months of April, May, June, July and August. Section 3 – Dredging for escallops in Town Waters by other than natural power is hereby prohibited. Section 4 – No person not a resident or tax payer of Southold Town may take escallops in any manner at any time from Town Waters. Section 5 – Escallops taken not showing a clearly defined annual growth line shall be immediately returned to the water and shall not be possessed except as provided in Section 6 of this ordinance. Section 6 – Any person who is a resident or taxpayer of Southold Town may take for other than commercial purposes by hand or with scalp net any escallops from flats or along shore lying in Town Waters not more than two feet deep mean low tide within the seasonable limits set forth in this ordinance and in the amount not to exceed one half bushel in one calendar day. Section 7 – Escallops shall not be taken in excess of ten bushels in any one calendar day by any one person and not in excess of fifteen bushels in one calendar day by any boat manned by more than one person. Section 8 – Escallops shall not be taken from sundown to sunrise. 649 Section 9 – It shall be unlawful for any person or persons to take any scallops from any area which may have been restricted for any purpose whatsoever by the Town Trustees, provided such restricted area shall have been properly designated by resolution duly passed by said Town Trustees, and properly staked, and notices posted by said Town Trustees. Section 10 – Each person, upon any boat, or floating devise or structure upon which escallops in excess of fifteen bushels are found in Town waters, shall be a violation of this ordinance. Section 11 – Any violation of this ordinance shall constitute a misdemeanor and shall be punishable by a fine of not less than $5.00 nor more than $50.00 or imprisonment for not less than ten days nor more than 180 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Any violation of this ordinance shall subject the person violating the same to a penalty of not more than $50.00 to be recovered in a civil action to be brought or indebted by the Board of Trustees of the Town of Southold. Any violation of this ordinance upon which a charge of a misdemeanor has been made, may be compromised, with the written consent of the Board of Trustees of the Town of Southold evidenced by a certified copy of a resolution of said board or by the written consent of a duly authorized representative of said Board of Trustees appointed by a resolution of said Board. Section 12 – This ordinance shall take effect immediately. Unanimously adopted Southold Town Board R.L. Davison, Town Clerk Dated, Southold, New York December 27, 1943 650 Moved by Justice Terry; seconded by Justice Klipp: Resolved: That the Annual Audit meeting of this Board be held on Thursday evening, December 30, 1943, at 7:30 pm. Unanimously adopted Adjournment was at 10:10 pm R.L. Davison, Town Clerk 651 Meeting of December 30, 1943 The Southold Town Board met at the office of Supervisor S. Wentworth Horton at Greenport on December 30, 1943. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm, with the following present: Supervisor Horton; Justices Terry, Hawkins, Klipp and Case; Town Superintendent of Highways Price; Town Attorney Terry; and Town Clerk Davison. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and were duly approved as read. Summary of minutes given past this point 655-661 Escallop Ordinance adopted 662 Southold Park District Annual Meeting 667 Wayland Jefferson to make list of service men and women to be made part of the permanent records of the Town. 670 Protest by the Board sent to State against proposed equalization by the State Tax Commission on Special Franchise at the rate of 50 % and to state that the rate should be at least 75%. 675 Taking over of Wells Avenue, Southold 686-688 Alteration of Old Harbor Road, New Suffolk 695 1945 Budget 700 Passing of David W. Tuthill, former Supervisor