Amityville public meetings in 2022

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to consider a series of routine payments, license renewals, and a municipal agreement with the Town of Babylon for fire protection. The agenda includes requests to pay vendors for services such as website hosting, audits, IT support, and police vehicle equipment. A public hearing and local law are listed but no details are provided.

• Pay CivicPlus $14,758.24 for website hosting and redesign
• Pay Satty & Partners $23,500 for audit services
• Pay Pursuit Emergency Vehicles $8,796.54 and $3,451.46 for police vehicle upfitting
• Resolution 22-12-29-01: Authorize municipal agreement with Town of Babylon for 2023 fire protection
• Various license renewals and new licenses for landscapers, taxis, tow trucks, and more

The Board of Trustees approved a municipal agreement with the Town of Babylon for 2023 fire protection. The board also approved several payments for village services, police equipment, and fire department maintenance.

• Approved Municipal Agreement with Town of Babylon for 2023 Fire Protection (4-0)
• Approved $14,758.24 payment to CivicPlus for website hosting and redesign (4-0)
• Approved $23,500.00 payment to Satty & Partners for May 31, 2020 audit (4-0)
• Approved $12,247.99 total for Pursuit Emergency Vehicles, LLC for car 9 upfits (4-0)
• Approved no-cost 2023 police training for CPR, Firearms, and other certifications (4-0)
• Approved $4,276.66 payment to Stryker Medical for Lucas subscription and maintenance (4-0)
• Approved $5,600.00 payment to Hometown Benefits, Inc. for LOSAP admin fee (4-0)
• Approved abstract from December 6, 2022 to December 28, 2022 (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved a parking variance for a proposed Italian restaurant and a setback variance for an outdoor dining area. One application for a two-family dwelling special exception was adjourned.

• Approved October 20, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved parking variance for Angelo’s Little Italy, LLC & AJC Capital Group at 221 Broadway to increase spaces from 12 to 18 (5-0)
• Approved side setback variance for Park Avenue Grill outdoor dining area at 178 Park Avenue (4-0-1)
• Adjourned renewal of special exception for owner-occupied two-family dwelling at 101 Sterling Place for 60 days

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will vote on several administrative items, including hiring an EMT, appointing planning board members, approving various licenses, a tax settlement, and multiple payments. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy changes or public hearings listed.

• Hire Daniel Annunziato as EMT-B at $19.50/hour with residency waiver
• Approve two new fire department members, including a junior member
• Tax settlement for Rockwell Realty II, Inc. at 142 Broadway for $7,800
• Pay $229,320.19 for NYS employee health insurance
• Authorize contract with Copiague Fire District for mechanical services at $95/hour

The Board approved a resolution to increase building and zoning fines and authorized several personnel hires and board appointments. Multiple business licenses and tax settlements were approved, along with various departmental payments for health benefits and accounting services.

• Approved Resolution No. 22-12-12-01 to increase building and zoning fines (5-0)
• Hired Daniel Annunziato as EMT-B at $19.50/hour (5-0)
• Approved two new Amityville Fire Department members: Kimberly Chong and Brooklyn Hurley (5-0)
• Appointed Laura Ellis as full Planning Board Member and Justin Kennedy as Alternate Member (5-0)
• Approved $229,320.19 payment for NYS Employee Health Insurance (5-0)
• Approved $7,800 tax settlement for Rockwell Realty II, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved contract with Copiague Fire District for mechanical services at $95.00/hour (5-0)
• Tabled review of the 2023 Village Calendar (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will vote on routine approvals including meeting minutes, licenses, and a series of payments. Notable items include a $210,000 police vehicle purchase funded by a state grant, legal fees for downtown revitalization, and the 2023 village calendar. The agenda is largely administrative with no public hearings or major policy changes.

• Purchase of three police vehicles (two marked Ford Interceptors, one unmarked sedan) for ~$210,000, funded by a 2022 grant from Sen. John Brooks
• Pay Harris Beach PLLC for master development plan/downtown revitalization: $7,837.50 and $22,657.50
• Pay Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC for legal services: $5,324.00
• Pay NY State Unemployment Insurance for 2022 Q3: $11,643.89
• Approve 2023 Village Calendar

The Board of Trustees approved the purchase of three police vehicles funded by a grant. They also authorized several payments for legal services, downtown revitalization planning, and fire department equipment. A review of the 2023 Village Calendar was tabled.

• Approved purchase of two marked Ford Interceptors and one unmarked sedan not to exceed $210,000 (4-0)
• Approved $30,495 across two invoices to Harris Beach PLLC for master development plan/downtown revitalization (4-0)
• Approved $5,324 payment to Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC for legal services (4-0)
• Approved $11,643.89 for NY State Unemployment Insurance 2022 Q3 (4-0)
• Approved $4,801 change order for new fire engine pumper unit 1-1-4 (4-0)
• Approved $4,337.60 payment to Copiague Fire District for 2002 Seagrave repairs (4-0)
• Approved $5,113 payment to Robert E. Fogel, MD for FD physicals (4-0)
• Tabled review of the 2023 Village Calendar (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will consider hiring two new employees, approving various licenses, and authorizing a series of payments for services, equipment, and benefits. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Hire Patrick Kane as EMT-B at $19.50/hr with residency waiver
• Hire Morgan Davis as part-time fire marshal at $50/hr with residency waiver
• Pay $200,059.70 for NYS employee health insurance
• Pay $54,430.75 for workers' comp installment
• Pay $22,332.00 for Caples Park shoreline repairs

The Board of Trustees approved the hiring of an EMT-B and a part-time fire marshal. They also approved several vendor payments for software, insurance, and infrastructure repairs. A proposed pier at 95 Braham Avenue was discussed, but the decision remains with the Army Corps of Engineers.

• Approved hiring Patrick Kane as EMT-B at $19.50/hour (3-0)
• Approved hiring Morgan Davis as part-time fire marshal at $50/hour (3-0)
• Approved automotive license renewal for Alfredo & Sons, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved new trailer storage license for Tragar Home Services (3-0)
• Approved $200,059.70 for NYS Employee Health Insurance Acct. (3-0)
• Approved $54,430.75 for N.Y.S. Municipal Worker’s Comp (3-0)
• Approved $22,332.00 for James A. Caples Park shoreline repairs (3-0)
• Tabled October 24, 2022 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum (3-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will consider approving a pay increase for EMTs and paramedics to $25.50 per hour, effective October 27, 2022. The board will also act on numerous license applications, including auto, landscaping, and cabaret licenses, and consider several payment requests, including $250,000 for the LOSAP service award and $198,436.82 for health benefits. Several event requests, including a 5K race and a nativity display, are also on the agenda.

• Pay increase for EMT/Paramedics to $25.50/hour, effective Oct 27, 2022
• Payment of $250,000 to Village of Amityville Service Trust Award for LOSAP
• Payment of $198,436.82 to NYS Employee Health Ins. for health benefits
• Payment of $11,234 to Nelson & Pope for bicycle/pedestrian path design under LIRR
• License applications for Security Dodge, Shining Star Collision, and others

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved a pay increase for EMTs/paramedics to $25.50 per hour, effective October 27, 2022, and appointed Colleen Nugent as Associate Justice of the Amityville Justice Court. The board tabled a business license for James Giambrone (NYS Discount Tire) and a trailer storage request for Tragar Home Services pending further review. All other license renewals, event permits, and vendor payments were approved unanimously.

• Approved EMT/paramedic pay increase to $25.50/hr (4-0)
• Appointed Colleen Nugent as Associate Justice of Amityville Justice Court (4-0)
• Tabled James Giambrone's business license for NYS Discount Tire (4-0)
• Tabled Dennis Traina's trailer storage request for Tragar Home Services (4-0)
• Approved 10 auto-related business licenses with prior stipulations (4-0)
• Approved $11,234 for bicycle/pedestrian path design under LIRR (4-0)
• Approved $250,000 contribution to LOSAP service award (4-0)
• Approved Introductory Local Law No. 6 to amend parking limits and expand Downtown Resident Parking Area (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on four applications: three seek renewal of previously approved special exceptions for two-family dwellings or a parent-child residence, and one seeks a variance for an outdoor dining area at a restaurant. All are routine renewal or variance requests under the Village Code.

• Lee Schneider: renewal of special exception for owner-occupied two-family dwelling at 100 Richmond Avenue
• Bernardo Batista: renewal of special exception for non-owner-occupied two-family dwelling at 52 Wellington Place
• Shelley Vrazel: renewal of special exception for parent-child residence at 11 Bayside Place
• Alex & Erin Gonzalez (Park Avenue Grill): variance for outdoor dining side yard setback at 178 Park Avenue

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved three special exception renewals for two-family dwellings and a parent-child residence, all unanimously. It denied a use variance to convert a one-family home to a two-family dwelling and a fence variance where the fence encroached on a neighbor's property. One variance for an outdoor dining area was reserved for a later decision.

• Approved special exception renewal for non-owner-occupied two-family dwelling at 52 Wellington Place (5-0)
• Approved special exception renewal for owner-occupied two-family dwelling at 100 Richmond Avenue (5-0)
• Approved parent-child residence renewal at 11 Bayside Place (5-0)
• Denied use variance to convert one-family to two-family dwelling at 25 Washington Avenue (5-0)
• Denied fence variance for 6-foot vinyl fence at 171 County Line Road due to encroachment (5-0)
• Reserved decision on variance for outdoor dining setback at 178 Park Avenue
• Approved fence variance for 6-foot vinyl fence at 115 Washington Avenue with conditions (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will vote on several administrative actions, including appointing a new village justice, promoting a police officer, and approving various payments and licenses. The agenda includes routine items like meeting minutes, license renewals, and vendor payments, as well as a request to ratify a union contract.

• Appoint Joseph Calabrese as Village Justice
• Promote Frank Caramanica Jr. to Lieutenant
• Pay $82,809.50 for two Nissan Leaf vehicles
• Pay $3,550.00 for legal defense in Article 78
• Ratify CSEA DPW contract (June 1, 2019-May 31, 2024)

The Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Joseph Calabrese as Village Justice and promoted Frank Caramanica, Jr. to Lieutenant. Several routine financial items were also approved, including payments for legal services, IT support, two Nissan Leaf vehicles, and a CSEA DPW contract. A request to approve prior meeting minutes was withdrawn due to lack of quorum.

• Appointed Joseph Calabrese as Village Justice (3-0)
• Promoted Frank Caramanica, Jr. to Lieutenant (3-0)
• Approved cabaret license for Assurance Luxe Event LLC at 12 Broadway (3-0)
• Approved abstract from Sept 22 to Oct 5, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved $3,014.67 for monthly Aflac payments (3-0)
• Approved $3,550.00 payment to Siegel & Sitler for Article 78 defense (3-0)
• Approved $82,809.50 for two Nissan Leaf vehicles (3-0)
• Ratified CSEA DPW contract MOA for June 1, 2019-May 31, 2024 (3-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will consider routine administrative items, including approving minutes, appointing a deputy registrar, and confirming a laborer. They will also review various license applications and multiple payment requests for legal, paving, technology, and other services. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Appoint Marguerite Wiemann as Deputy Registrar effective Sept 27, 2022
• Approve completion of probationary period for Ryan Burns as Laborer Step 1 effective Oct 1, 2022
• Pay American Paving Inc. $14,500 for drainage and asphalt restoration
• Pay Total Technology Solutions $11,754.54 for Microsoft 365 migration
• Pay Bond, Schoeneck & King $4,163.50 for legal services

The Board of Trustees approved several routine items including meeting minutes, appointments, licenses, and payments. All motions passed unanimously 3-0. A request to park a commercial vehicle on residential property was denied.

• Approved meeting minutes of September 12, 2022 (3-0)
• Appointed Marguerite Wiemann as Deputy Registrar (3-0)
• Approved completion of Ryan Burns' probationary period and appointment as Laborer Step 1 (3-0)
• Approved carting license for National Waste Services LLC (3-0)
• Denied parking/storage of commercial vehicle on residential property at 38 Maple Dr. (3-0)
• Approved temporary sign for Victoria Specialty Pharmacy from Sept 27 to Dec 27, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved abstract from Sept 8 to Sept 21, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved multiple payments totaling over $44,000 for legal services, paving, IT, physicals, refuse, and storm drain (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals will review 11 applications at its September 15, 2022 meeting. These include requests for special exceptions, use variances, and fence variances, as well as renewals of previously approved permits. The board will decide on each application based on the Village Code.

• Renewal of special exception for non-owner-occupied two-family dwelling at 48 Merrick Road
• Use variance to convert single-family to two-family dwelling at 25 Washington Avenue
• Renewal of use variance for two-family dwelling at 48 Maple Place
• Variance for 6-foot fence at 203 Broadway
• Variances for warehouse addition at 51 Ranick Drive East (reduce parking from 52 to 26 spaces)

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved seven applications, including renewals of special exceptions for two-family dwellings, a mixed-use dwelling with commercial vehicles, a fence variance for a business, and a warehouse expansion. Two applications were reserved for future decision. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except one abstention.

• Approved renewal of special exception for non-owner-occupied two-family at 48 Merrick Road (5-0)
• Reserved decision on use variance for two-family conversion at 25 Washington Avenue
• Approved renewal of special exception for owner-occupied two-family at 48 Maple Place (5-0)
• Approved renewal of special exception for non-owner-occupied two-family at 60 Oak Street (5-0)
• Approved renewal of special exception for mixed-use dwelling and commercial vehicle parking at 346 Bayview Avenue (5-0)
• Approved variance for 6-foot fence at 203 Broadway (The Warehouse) (5-0)
• Approved variance for 5- and 6-foot fence at 13 Central Avenue (5-0)
• Reserved decisions on fence variances at 115 Washington Avenue and 171 County Line Road

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will consider several appointments to the Village Planning Board, approve various licenses, and hold public hearings on two proposed local laws. The board will also vote on payments for services, including a $7,000 historical grant and $9,144 for police radios. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, abstracts, and multiple license renewals.

• Appoint Stephen Greenwald as chair of Village Planning Board until April 3, 2023
• Public hearing on Local Law No. 6 to amend parking limits in Municipal Fields and expand Downtown Resident Parking Area
• Public hearing on Local Law No. 7 to establish stop intersection on Griffing Avenue at South Bayview Avenue
• Pay Amityville Historical Society $7,000 for Historical Grant 2022/23
• Pay Integrated Wireless $9,144 for 20 Motorola 5-channel radios with repair service

The Board of Trustees held public hearings on two local laws: one to amend parking limits in municipal fields and expand the Downtown Resident Parking Area, and another to add a stop sign at Griffing Avenue and South Bayview Avenue. The stop-sign law was approved unanimously (5-0); the parking law was discussed but no decision was made. The board also approved numerous routine items including appointments, licenses, expenditures, and event permits.

• Approved Introductory Local Law No. 7 adding a stop sign on Griffing Avenue at South Bayview Avenue (5-0)
• Appointed Stephen Greenwald as chair of the Village Planning Board until April 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Laura Ellis as alternate member of the Village Planning Board until April 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Kelly Medwig as member of the Village Planning Board until April 2027 (5-0)
• Approved hire of Nicole Rodriguez as call-in EMT-B at $18.50/hour with residency waiver (5-0)
• Approved 27 auto repair business license applications (5-0)
• Approved $7,000 historical grant to Amityville Historical Society (5-0)
• Approved $9,144 for 20 Motorola radios for the Fire Department (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will vote on several personnel actions, including a crossing guard salary increase and new hires, and consider numerous license renewals. They will also set a fee for downtown resident parking permits and schedule public hearings on local laws to amend parking limits and establish a stop intersection.

• Salary increase for crossing guard Joella Green-Josey to $20.00/hour
• Hire of Jordan Zanetti as Paramedic at $24.50/hour, with residency waiver
• Hire of William Nicoletti and Gregory Greismer as Call-in EMTs-B at $18.50/hour, with residency waivers
• Payment of $54,430.75 for N.Y.S. Municipal Worker's Comp
• Public hearings on Local Law No. 6 (parking limits) and No. 7 (stop intersection on Griffing Ave at South Bayview Ave)

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved a $250 annual fee for Downtown Resident Parking Permits, with a $150 half-year fee, and authorized the mayor to execute an American Rescue Plan Act agreement with the Town of Babylon for up to $250,000 to purchase a new ambulance. The board also approved several personnel hires, including a paramedic and EMTs, and various license and event requests. A trailer storage application and a temporary storage container request were denied, and one license application was tabled.

• Approved $250 annual Downtown Resident Parking Permit fee, $150 half-year (5-0)
• Authorized ARPA agreement with Town of Babylon for up to $250,000 for new ambulance (5-0)
• Approved salary increase for crossing guard Joella Green-Josey to $20.00/hour (5-0)
• Approved hire of paramedic Jordan Zanetti at $24.50/hour with residency waiver (5-0)
• Approved hire of EMTs William Nicoletti and Gregory Greismer at $18.50/hour with residency waivers (5-0)
• Denied trailer storage application for Joshua P. Blumberg and Julianne Nolan (5-0)
• Denied temporary storage container request for Carline Beaubrun (5-0)
• Tabled license application for Security Dodge at 344 Merrick Rd. (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to consider routine administrative items, including approving meeting minutes, a promotion and salary increase for an EMT, various licenses, and payments to vendors. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Promotion of Jake Novello from EMT to Paramedic at $24.50/hour
• Payment of $53,722.50 to Harris Beach for legal services
• Payment of $8,797.50 for 15 Class A uniforms from All American Awards
• Payment of $8,151.80 to Sprague for 2,000 gallons of gasoline
• Budget modification transferring $5,000 to storm sewer supplies

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved several routine items, including a promotion, various payments, and a budget modification, and denied an on-street parking renewal. All votes were unanimous except for one recusal. The board also discussed community concerns and future projects.

• Approved July 11, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved July 21, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 recused)
• Approved promotion of Jake Novello to Paramedic at $24.50/hr (4-0)
• Denied on-street parking renewal for Kevin Gilligan, 46 Robbins Ave. (4-0)
• Approved abstract of claims July 21-Aug 3, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved $175 Beach Pavilion refund to Patrice Hodges (4-0)
• Approved payments: $5,017.05 to Total Technology Solutions, $53,722.50 to Harris Beach, $8,797.50 for fire uniforms, $3,158.10 to T. Mina Supply, $8,151.80 for gasoline (all 4-0)
• Approved budget modification transferring $5,000 to storm sewer supplies (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Village Board is meeting to consider a range of administrative and operational items, including hiring seasonal and emergency personnel, approving payments to vendors, and awarding a bid for a new fire truck. The agenda also includes routine license renewals and requests for special activities in public parks.

• Award bid for 1500 GPM Custom Pumper to Gabrielli Truck Sales for $799,969, plus optional items totaling $49,409
• Approve hire of Jayson Heitner as Call-in EMT/Paramedic at $24.50/hour with residency waiver
• Pay Harris Beach invoice #8868628 for $53,722.50 for legal services
• Pay Total Technology Solutions invoices totaling $8,423.05 for IT services
• Approve abstract of claims from July 7-20, 2022

The Board of Trustees approved the purchase of a new fire pumper for $799,969, several personnel actions, and various payments. All motions passed unanimously (4-0). A payment to Harris Beach was tabled.

• Approved promotion of Clifford Scudlo to Foreman at $39.53/hr (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Charles Lorenz as Summer Laborer at $18.00/hr (4-0)
• Approved hire of Jayson Heitner as Call-in EMT/Paramedic at $24.50/hr with residency waiver (4-0)
• Approved abstract of claims for July 7-20, 2022 (4-0)
• Tabled payment of $53,722.50 to Harris Beach (4-0)
• Approved payments to Total Technology Solutions totaling $8,423.05 (4-0)
• Approved $799,969 bid for 1500 GPM Custom Pumper from Gabrielli Truck Sales (4-0)
• Approved mallard trapping/banding at Avon Lake and Peterkin Park (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on three variance applications. These include requests for a fence height variance, a parking variance for a commercial addition, and setback/frontage variances for a new home. The board will decide whether to grant these variances under the Village Code.

• Variance for 6-foot wood fence at 203-205 Broadway (rear parking lot)
• Parking variance for 10,900 SF addition at 145 Dixon Avenue
• Side yard setback reduction from 12 to 10 feet at 39 Austin Avenue
• Lot frontage reduction from 75 to 50 feet at 39 Austin Avenue

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for insufficient parking at 145 Dixon Avenue, allowing a 10,900 SF addition to a commercial building. The board also approved variances for a new home at 39 Austin Avenue and granted a one-year extension for a previously approved application at 60 Berger Ave. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved parking variance for 145 Dixon Ave addition (5-0)
• Approved side yard and frontage variances for 39 Austin Ave home (5-0)
• Approved one-year extension for 60 Berger Ave variances (5-0)
• Approved June 16, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will consider approving minutes, appointments, licenses, and various payments, and will hold public hearings on two proposed local laws: one to amend the expiration date for coin-operated amusement device licenses and another to amend permitted uses in the B-2 General Business District. The agenda also includes requests for a block party and a beach volleyball program.

• Appoint Daniel Zuk and Edward Magnetico as DPW Laborers at $38,984.80 each
• Public hearing on Local Law No. 4 to amend coin-operated amusement device license expiration
• Public hearing on Local Law No. 5 to amend B-2 General Business District uses
• Pay Chevrolet of Smithtown $45,794.00 for a Chevy Silverado
• Block party request for Forrest Pl. on July 30, 2022

The Board of Trustees approved two local laws: one aligning coin-operated amusement device license expirations with cabaret licenses (Jan. 31), and another removing hotels as a permitted use in the B-2 General Business District. The board also appointed two DPW laborers, approved a block party permit, a beach volleyball program, and multiple payments. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except for the June 23 minutes approval, which passed 3-0 with two recusals.

• Approved June 23, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0, 2 recusals)
• Appointed Daniel Zuk as DPW Laborer at $38,984.80 salary, effective July 18, 2022, with residency waiver (5-0)
• Appointed Edward Magnetico as DPW Laborer at $38,984.80 salary, effective July 25, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved abstract from June 23 – July 6, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved block party permit for Forrest Pl. on July 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved beach volleyball program for school students July 18-21 and July 25-28 (5-0)
• Approved payments totaling $71,078.32 to various vendors (5-0)
• Approved Local Law No. 4 amending coin-operated amusement device license expiration to Jan. 31 (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will consider routine approvals including meeting minutes, personnel hires, and various license renewals. Notable items include a $22,232 contract for fishing pier pathway restoration at James A. Caples Park, several payments for public works services, and a commercial tax settlement for a property on Route 110.

• Approve $22,232 proposal from D.F. Stone Contracting for fishing pier pathway restoration at James A. Caples Park
• Waive residency for new hires Amanda Cantone, Michael Esposito, and Carlos Illanes as EMT/Paramedics
• Hire summer laborers at $18/hr and part-time office assistant at $22/hr
• Pay $14,234.84 for gasoline, $6,720 for well pump service, $4,340 for storm drain repair, and other public works invoices
• Approve commercial tax settlement reducing assessed value from $131,650 to $113,360 for 335 Route 110

The Board of Trustees approved all agenda items unanimously (4-0), including a $22,232 contract for fishing pier pathway restoration at James A. Caples Park, three residency waivers for new EMT/paramedic hires, and several payments and budget modifications. A commercial tax settlement for 335 Route 110 was also approved, reducing the assessed value from $131,650 to $113,360 for the 2023-2024 tax year. The meeting included an executive session and adjourned at 9:27 a.m.

• Approved $22,232 for D.F. Stone Contracting for Caples Park pathway restoration (4-0)
• Approved residency waivers for Amanda Cantone, Michael Esposito, and Carlos Illanes as EMT/paramedics (4-0)
• Hired Edwin Torres Jr. and James Saville as summer laborers at $18/hour (4-0)
• Hired Marguerite Wiemann as part-time office assistant at $22/hour (4-0)
• Approved abstract for June 9-22, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved payments to Sprague, Dynaire, Red Rock, Otis Elevator, 110 Sand, and Omni Recycling totaling over $44,000 (4-0)
• Approved Justice Court budget modification of $3,325.27 (4-0)
• Approved commercial tax settlement for 335 Route 110, reducing assessed value to $113,360 (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three applications: a renewal of a special exception for an owner-occupied two-family dwelling, and two requests for variances to erect 6-foot vinyl fences. All items are public hearings on specific properties.

• Special exception renewal for two-family dwelling at 193 South Ketcham Ave
• Fence variance at 175 Oldfield Ave
• Fence variance at 158 Homestead Ave

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved all three applications on the agenda. They renewed a special exception for an owner-occupied two-family dwelling at 193 South Ketcham Ave, and granted variances for 6-ft vinyl fences at 175 Oldfield Ave and 158 Homestead Ave. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved renewal of special exception for two-family dwelling at 193 South Ketcham Ave (5-0)
• Approved variance for 6-ft vinyl fence at 175 Oldfield Ave (5-0)
• Approved variance for 6-ft vinyl fence at 158 Homestead Ave (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will consider several personnel hires and promotions, approve various contracts and payments, and set public hearings on two local laws. The agenda includes routine approvals and budget modifications, as well as a significant insurance premium payment.

• Hire of Amanda Cantone as Paramedic at $24.50/hr, effective 6/14/2022
• Contract with CivicPlus for website services: $21,754.30 initial, $6,341.90 annual recurring
• Contract with American Fireworks for beach fireworks: $6,500.00
• Insurance premium renewal payment of $424,937.35
• Public hearings on Local Law No. 4 (coin-operated amusement device licenses) and Local Law No. 5 (B-2 district uses)

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved several personnel hires and promotions, including new police officer Jason Oliver, sailing instructor Luke Flood, and multiple EMTs/paramedics. They also approved contracts for website services, fireworks, and various payments, along with budget modifications and resolutions for police chief contract and fire marshal inter-municipal agreement. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except for the approval of the May 23rd minutes, which passed 4-0 with one recusal.

• Approved May 23rd meeting minutes (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Hired Luke Flood as Sailing Instructor at $17.00/hr (5-0)
• Hired Amanda Cantone as Paramedic at $24.50/hr (5-0)
• Hired Michael Esposito as EMT at $18.50/hr (5-0)
• Approved CivicPlus website contract up to $21,754.30 (5-0)
• Approved fireworks contract with American Fireworks Display for $6,500 (5-0)
• Approved budget modifications for DPW and Fire Dept (5-0)
• Authorized police chief contract and fire marshal IMA (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals will consider seven applications at its May 26, 2022 meeting. These include requests for fence height variances, a side yard setback variance, a special exception renewal for a two-family dwelling, a mixed-use building special exception and setback variance, and a height variance. All applications are for specific properties in the village.

• Lisa Eagan: 6 ft vinyl fence variance at 21 Locust Ave
• Nicholas Bufinsky: 6 ft vinyl fence variance at 106 Ketcham Ave
• Christian Maldonado: 6 ft vinyl fence variance at 118 Maple Dr
• John Pompay: side yard setback variance at 20 Dewey Ave
• Kadandale Shetty: special exception and setback variance for mixed-use building at 379-383 Broadway

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved seven applications, including renewals, fence variances, a mixed-use building, and a home elevation, all by 5-0 votes. The board denied a height variance for a home at 32 Marion Rd. by a 5-0 vote. The meeting also included approval of the April 28, 2022 minutes.

• Approved April 28, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved 1-year extension for parking variance at 151 Dixon Ave. (5-0)
• Approved 4-year renewal of two-family conversion at 122 Oak St. (5-0)
• Approved 6-ft fence variance at 21 Locust Ave. (5-0)
• Approved 6-ft fence variance at 106 Ketcham Ave. (5-0)
• Approved 6-ft fence variance at 118 Maple Dr. (5-0)
• Approved side-yard setback variance for elevation at 20 Dewey Ave. (5-0)
• Approved special exception and use variance for mixed-use building at 379-383 Broadway (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees is meeting to approve routine items including meeting minutes, summer employees, and various licenses. They will also consider payments for police technology and a budget modification for the fire department. The agenda is mostly administrative with no major policy decisions.

• Approve 2022 Summer Employees
• New landscaper license for Joseph Campanelli, Campanelli Landscaping Inc.
• Pay Total Technology Solutions $3,299.42 for May police IT services
• Replace 13 interior police cameras for $15,999.00 from 911 grant
• Budget modification: increase fire dept leases by $1,500, decrease building repair by $1,500

The Board of Trustees approved the 2022 summer employee list, several landscaping licenses, on-street parking permits, commercial vehicle parking, trailer storage renewals, and various departmental payments. A request to place a banner and implement one-way traffic for a school carnival was tabled.

• Approved May 9, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved 2022 summer employees list (3-0)
• Approved new landscaping license for Campanelli Landscaping Inc. (3-0)
• Approved landscaping license renewals for Diaz Lawn Service and Lawn Island Concepts (3-0)
• Approved on-street parking for Kloepfer and Schlinger (3-0)
• Approved commercial vehicle parking for Fitzgerald (3-0)
• Approved trailer storage renewals for six businesses (3-0)
• Tabled St. Martin of Tours School banner and traffic request (3-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider various administrative requests, including license renewals and several vendor payments. The agenda also includes requests for park stabilization payments and event permissions.

• Final payment to DF Stone Contracting Ltd. for James A. Caples Park shoreline improvements: $94,621.57
• Payment to Skinnon and Faber for FYE 21 Audited Financial Statements: $13,206.25
• Reimbursement for Amityville Fire Department catering: $14,500.00
• Eastline Theater request to perform Shakespeare at Amityville Beach on June 26 and July 10
• Various new and renewal licenses for landscaping, automotive, and taxi services

The Board of Trustees approved a budget amendment reducing the 2022-2023 tax rate from $37.93 to $37.83 per $100 of assessed value, using more fund balance and lowering property taxes and PILOT revenues. They also authorized a Phase I environmental investigation of 247 Broadway for $2,200, renewed two cabaret licenses, and approved numerous payments and reimbursements. All substantive motions passed unanimously (5-0), except the minutes approval which had one abstention.

• Approved 2022-2023 budget amendment lowering tax rate to $37.83/100 (5-0)
• Authorized Phase I environmental investigation of 247 Broadway for $2,200 (5-0)
• Renewed cabaret licenses for JJ's Tavern and C&L Tavern (5-0)
• Approved $94,621.57 final payment for Caples Park Shoreline Stabilization (5-0)
• Approved $14,500 reimbursement to Amityville Fire Dept. for swearing-in catering (5-0)
• Approved $22,021.80 deposit for 2022 Installation Dinner (5-0)
• Approved budget modifications for celebrations and vehicle repair accounts (5-0)
• Approved abstract of claims and various vendor payments (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four applications: two requests for fence height variances, and two renewals of special exceptions for two-family dwellings. All are public hearings on specific residential properties.

• Eric Nahaczewski: 6-ft vinyl fence variance, 19 Central Ave.
• Patricia Arias: 6-ft vinyl fence variance, 100 Ketcham Ave.
• Anthony DePaola: renewal of two-family dwelling special exception, 101 Sterling Place
• Maurico E. Rivas: renewal of two-family dwelling special exception, 171 County Line Rd.

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals approved all four applications on the agenda, including two fence variances and two renewals of special exceptions for two-family dwellings. Each approval was unanimous (5-0) and subject to stipulations such as obtaining permits and property inspections.

• Approved Eric Nahaczewski's fence variance at 19 Central Ave (5-0)
• Approved Patricia Arias's fence variance at 100 Ketcham Ave (5-0)
• Approved Anthony DePaola's two-family dwelling special exception renewal at 101 Sterling Place (5-0)
• Approved Maurico E. Rivas's two-family dwelling special exception renewal at 171 County Line Rd (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to determine if the building at 292 Merrick Rd. is unsafe and should be secured, repaired, or demolished. The board will also consider hiring a court officer, approving various licenses, and paying multiple invoices, including a $65,377.88 repaving contract.

• Public hearing on unsafe building at 292 Merrick Rd.
• Hire Arthur Smith as call-in Court Officer at $19.29/hr
• Pay American Paving & Masonry $62,108.99 for repave PL #14
• Pay Chevrolet of Smithtown $28,694.00 for 2022 Chevrolet Express Cargo Van
• Budget modifications for Fire Dept. and Court overtime

The Board of Trustees held a public hearing and unanimously approved a resolution ordering the demolition and removal of the unsafe building at 292 Merrick Road. The property owner's attorney agreed to complete demolition within 90 days, with conditions including proper fill, compaction, grading, and asbestos/lead paint checks. The board also approved several routine items, including hiring a court officer, licenses, budget modifications, and payments.

• Approved demolition order for 292 Merrick Rd (4-0)
• Approved hire of Arthur Smith as Call-in Court Officer at $19.29/hr (4-0)
• Approved new landscaper license for Leonel Amaya Reyes (4-0)
• Approved renewal landscaper license for Henry Rheel (4-0)
• Approved two coin-operated amusement device licenses (4-0)
• Approved two trailer storage licenses for Michael Carapellucci (4-0)
• Approved payment of $65,377.88 to American Paving & Masonry with 5% retainer (4-0)
• Approved budget modifications for Fire Department and Court (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees held its organizational meeting, approving the 2022-2023 village budget and Schedule 5, along with numerous appointments, licenses, and payments. The board also declared a commercial building at 292 Merrick Road unsafe and scheduled a public hearing for April 25, 2022. All votes were unanimous except for one recusal on the appointment of Wendy O'Neill.

• Approved 2022-2023 Village Budget (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Schedule 5 (5-0)
• Declared 292 Merrick Road unsafe, ordered owner to secure or demolish (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing on unsafe building for April 25, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved mayoral appointments, including Wendy O'Neill as Mayor's Secretary (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved police officer hire Jason Oliver at $46,364 (5-0)
• Approved tax settlements totaling $77,000 for Broadway properties (5-0)
• Approved intermunicipal agreement with Town of Babylon for emergency rescue services (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review several personnel appointments, including a new DPW laborer and an EMT/Paramedic. The meeting also includes requests for various business licenses and multiple departmental budget adjustments.

• Hire of Ryan J. Burns as DPW Laborer at $38,220.40 annual salary
• Hire of Victoria Weis as Call-in EMT/Paramedic at $24.50 per hour
• Budget modification to transfer $2,000 from Vehicle Repair to Training
• Payment of $3,009.25 to Copiague Fire Dept for vehicle invoices
• Adoption of guidelines for the ceremonial renaming of existing streets

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved a new policy establishing guidelines for ceremonial street renaming, hired two new village employees, and approved multiple licenses and budget modifications. The board also tabled a request from South Bay Volleyball Club to use beach courts pending further discussion of facility use fees. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted Resolution 22-03-28-01 establishing ceremonial street renaming guidelines (5-0)
• Approved hire of Ryan J. Burns as DPW Laborer at $38,220.40 with residency waiver (5-0)
• Approved hire of Victoria Weis as Call-in EMT/Paramedic at $24.50/hour with residency waiver (5-0)
• Approved new Amityville Juniors member Eimaj (Eva) Champion (5-0)
• Approved 3 new and 6 renewed landscaper licenses (5-0)
• Approved cabaret license renewals for Amityville Music Hall and Unqua Corinthian Yacht Club (5-0)
• Tabled South Bay Volleyball Club beach court use request for further discussion of facility fee (5-0)
• Approved police and fire department budget modifications and payments (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four applications regarding special exceptions and variances. These items include requests for fences, motor vehicle storage, and the maintenance of two-family dwellings or accessory buildings.

• Special Exception for a 6-foot fence at 106 Forrest Place
• Renewal of outdoor motor vehicle storage at 37 Elm Place
• Renewal of a one-family to two-family dwelling conversion at 122 Oak Street
• Renewals and variances for a two-family dwelling and accessory building at 257 Bayview Avenue

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review various local licenses, departmental payment requests, and community event permits. Key discussions include fire department radio grants and a request to seek bids for a new fire truck.

• Fire Department request to secure bids for a replacement fire truck
• Payment of $97,109.96 to Motorola Solutions, Inc. for Radio Grant items
• Payment of $16,700.00 to All Star Roofing Inc. for DPW roof repairs
• Approval of Gina Esposito as substitute crossing guard at $17.00 per hour
• Request for Mayor Siry to sign a Use Agreement for the Oak Street bus shelter

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved all agenda items unanimously (4-0), including the hire of a substitute crossing guard, renewal of landscaping, cabaret, and tow truck licenses, and several payments for police and fire department equipment. The board also tabled a decision on a trailer storage request and approved a motion to seek bids for a new fire truck.

• Approved hire of Gina Esposito as substitute crossing guard at $17.00/hr (4-0)
• Approved renewal of 7 landscaping licenses (4-0)
• Approved cabaret license renewal for Club 121 (4-0)
• Approved tow truck license renewal for Bang's Towing (4-0)
• Tabled trailer storage request for Michael Carapellucci (4-0)
• Approved $97,109.96 payment to Motorola for radio grant items (4-0)
• Approved $10,404.00 payment to RM Mobile Data Systems for radio equipment (4-0)
• Approved seeking bids for a new fire truck to replace 1989 Pierce Pumper (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider several vendor payments, professional hires, and various local licenses. The meeting includes public hearings for local laws regarding the establishment and rezoning of a transit-oriented district.

• Public hearing for Local Law No. 2 to ratify a transit-oriented zoning district
• Public hearing for Local Law No. 3 to rezone 124 Greene Avenue and 235 County Line Road
• Hiring of Sabrina Landolfi Esty as school crossing guard at $17.00 per hour
• Payment of $4,322.50 to Harris Beach, PLLC for Downtown Revitalization Plan invoices
• Payment of $4,250.00 to Total Technology Solutions for MS Office 365 licenses

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved two local laws ratifying a transit-oriented zoning district and rezoning 124 Greene Avenue and 235 County Line Road to that district. The board also approved several licenses, hires, event permits, and payments, all by 5-0 votes. A public hearing on the zoning laws was held with no public comments.

• Approved Introductory Local Law No. 2 of 2022 establishing transit-oriented zoning district (5-0)
• Approved Introductory Local Law No. 3 of 2022 rezoning 124 Greene Ave & 235 County Line Rd to Transit-Oriented District (5-0)
• Approved hire of Sabrina Landolfi Esty as permanent school crossing guard at $17/hr, effective March 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved new landscaper license for Jose E. Pinto Mejia / Pinto Landscaping Corp. (5-0)
• Approved six landscaper license renewals (5-0)
• Approved peddling license for Long Island Youth Club with hours per Village Code (5-0)
• Approved formation of Certified Local Government Committee with Deputy Mayor Smith as Chair (5-0)
• Approved retainer agreement with Siegel & Sitler, PLLC for litigation against Zoning Board of Appeals (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing an application by Jonathan Pesce for a Special Exception renewal. The request involves converting a single-family home into a two-family dwelling at 122 Oak St.

• Special Exception renewal for 122 Oak St. (North side of Oak St., east of Lake St.)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will vote on several resolutions, including approving an audit, authorizing a legal retainer, and setting the date and interest rate for the tax sale. They will also hold public hearings on establishing a transit-oriented zoning district, rezoning two properties, and creating new stop intersections. Additionally, the board will consider various license renewals and payments for services and equipment.

• Public hearing on Introductory Local Law No. 2 to ratify a transit-oriented zoning district
• Public hearing on Introductory Local Law No. 3 to rezone 124 Greene Avenue and 235 County Line Road to Transit-Oriented (TO) District
• Resolution to approve fee increases to Village Clerk and Miscellaneous Fees
• Payment of $108,861.50 to N.Y.S. Municipal Worker's Compensation Alliance
• Request to pay $21,549.55 for five sets of turnout gear for the Fire Department

The Board of Trustees approved a series of routine items, including the hire of a call-in EMT, multiple license renewals, and various payments. They also approved a resolution to publish unpaid taxes and set a tax sale date for March 11, 2022, with a 1% monthly interest rate. Fee increases for village clerk, parking, and towing were approved, and a public hearing was held and closed for a local law establishing stop intersections. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved hire of Thomas Phelan as Call-in EMT/Paramedic at $24.50/hr (5-0)
• Approved landscaper, cabaret, taxicab, and tow truck license renewals (5-0)
• Approved $108,861.50 payment to NYS Municipal Worker's Compensation Alliance (5-0)
• Approved historic marker for 'Hartmann's Pond' in Peterkin Park (5-0)
• Approved Kiwanis Club craft fair at Beach Pavilion on Sept 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved fee increases for clerk, parking, and towing licenses (5-0)
• Approved resolution for tax sale on March 11, 2022, with 1% monthly interest (5-0)
• Approved Local Law No. 1 establishing stop intersections at Park Ave/Cedar St and S. Bayview Ave/Griffing Ave (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will vote on routine administrative items, including approving minutes, fire department personnel changes, and appointments to the Department of Public Works. They will also consider numerous license renewals and new licenses, as well as approve payments for various services and supplies. Several resolutions are on the agenda, including one to abolish the separate Board of Assessment Review and another authorizing a property condition report for 292 Merrick Rd.

• Appoint Sean Hudson and Erik Porr as DPW Laborers at $38,220.40 each
• Approve 8 new Call-in EMT-B hires at $18.50/hour with residency waivers
• Pay $226,400 to Village of Amityville Service Award Trust for LOSAP
• Pay $9,129 to Lexipol LLC for law enforcement policy manual
• Resolution to abolish separate Board of Assessment Review

The Amityville Board of Trustees unanimously approved four resolutions, including abolishing the separate Board of Assessment Review and having the Board itself serve as the review body. The board also authorized a property condition report for the fire-damaged building at 292 Merrick Rd., approved a dispatching agreement with Babylon Central Fire Alarm, and extended the municipal snow and ice agreement. All votes were 5-0.

• Abolished separate Board of Assessment Review; trustees will serve as Board of Review (5-0)
• Authorized property condition report for 292 Merrick Rd. with Nelson & Pope, up to $3,500 (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Babylon Central Fire Alarm for dispatching services (5-0)
• Approved municipal snow and ice agreement extension, est. $19,617.54/yr (5-0)
• Approved two DPW laborer hires at $38,220.40 probationary salary (5-0)
• Approved 8 call-in EMT-B positions at $18.50/hr with residency waivers (5-0)
• Approved 8 landscaper license renewals (5-0)
• Approved $226,400 LOSAP contribution for 2022 budget year (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider three applications. These include a renewal of a special exception for a two-family dwelling, a special exception for a fence, and a variance for existing structures. The board will decide on these requests.

• Renewal of special exception for non-owner-occupied two-family dwelling at 22 Locust Drive
• Special exception for 6-foot fence at 59 Sterling Ave
• Variance for non-conforming rear yard setback for Tiki Hut and shed at 18 Riverleigh

The Amityville Zoning Board of Appeals affirmed a building violation against Vincent Camarda for not constructing an attached garage per approved plans, denied his alternative variance request, and allowed him to proceed only if he complies with the original stipulations. The board also approved renewals and variances for other properties, including a non-owner-occupied two-family dwelling, a fence, and a Tiki Hut/shed.

• Affirmed Order to Remedy Violation against Vincent Camarda for garage non-compliance (5-0)
• Denied variance relief for Camarda's garage (5-0)
• Approved Horace Hill's renewal of non-owner-occupied two-family dwelling at 22 Locust Dr (5-0)
• Approved Thomas Hawkins' special exception for 6-foot fence at 59 Sterling Ave (5-0)
• Approved Glenn Nugent/Ernest Caramanico's variance for Tiki Hut and shed at 18 Riverleigh (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Amityville Board of Trustees will consider approving meeting minutes, new fire/rescue members, various licenses, and multiple payments including $16,100 for accounting services and $29,000 for legal services. They will also discuss authorizing an engineering inspection, approving fire department equipment purchases funded by a FEMA grant, and scheduling a public hearing for a local law establishing stop intersections.

• Approve $16,100 to Cullen & Danowski for accounting services
• Approve $29,000 to Harris Beach for legal invoices
• Approve $34,171.09 for 2 MTS Power Load units and $46,400.68 for Life Pak 15 via FEMA grant
• Authorize engineering inspection of 292 Merrick Rd.
• Public hearing Feb. 14 on stop intersections at Park Ave/Cedar St and S. Bayview Ave/Griffing Ave

The Amityville Board of Trustees approved an agreement with Babylon Central Dispatch for emergency services, with assurances that 9-1-1 calls will still route directly to the village police desk. The board also hired a new building inspector, approved several payments and purchases, and scheduled a public hearing on new stop intersections.

• Approved dispatch agreement with Babylon Central Dispatch (5-0)
• Hired Michael Breitweg as Building Inspector at $32.45/hour (5-0)
• Approved $16,100 payment to Cullen & Danowski for accounting services (5-0)
• Approved $34,171.09 for Stryker Power Load units via FEMA grant (5-0)
• Approved $46,400.68 for Life Pak 15 via FEMA grant (5-0)
• Approved $8,850 for Trius Swenson V Box Spreader (5-0)
• Scheduled Feb 14 public hearing on stop intersections at Park Ave/Cedar St and South Bayview Ave/Griffing Ave (5-0)
• Approved resolution to apply for Certified Local Government status (5-0)