Briarcliff Manor public meetings in 2021

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss budget process changes and ARPA funding. The meeting includes discussions on housing, surplus property policies, and a new process for handling resident complaints regarding water charges.

• Discussion of Water Billing Appeals Policy for single-family residential properties
• Adoption of Surplus Property Policy
• Declaration of Surplus of Village Owned Vehicle
• Authorization of agreements with The Club, BFJ Planning, and Welby, Brady & Greenblatt, LLP
• Public hearing to amend Chapter 38 regarding the Village Manager

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider authorizing the Village Manager to execute several agreements with SHI-III Briarcliff REIT, LLC, known as "The Club." These documents include an amended water and sewer easement, a 99-year lease, and a deed related to a former water tank parcel at 150 Lodge Road. The Board will also discuss adopting a surplus property policy and scheduling a public hearing to amend Chapter 36.

• Agreements with SHI-III Briarcliff REIT, LLC (The Club) for amended easements and a 99-year lease
• Adoption of Surplus Property Policy
• Declaration of surplus of a Village-owned vehicle
• Public hearing schedule to amend Chapter 38 regarding the Village Manager
• Authorization of agreements with BFJ Planning and Welby, Brady & Greenblatt, LLP

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new Surplus Property Policy, declared a 2006 Elgin sweeper as surplus for public bid, and authorized retainer agreements with Welby, Brady & Greenblatt, LLP and Philip M. Platz Esq. for assessment consulting. They also scheduled a public hearing for January 4, 2022, to consider amending Chapter 38 (Village Manager) and approved the December 7, 2021 minutes as amended.

• Approved retainer agreement with Welby, Brady & Greenblatt, LLP (unanimous)
• Approved retainer agreement with Philip M. Platz Esq. for assessment consulting at $90/hour (unanimous)
• Adopted Surplus Property Policy (unanimous)
• Declared 2006 Elgin sweeper as surplus and authorized public bid sale (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Jan 4, 2022 on Chapter 38 amendment (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Dec 7, 2021 as amended (unanimous)

Planning Board

This is a procedural agenda for the Briarcliff Manor Planning Board meeting on December 9, 2021. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific decisions, discussions, or public hearings identified. The agenda appears to be boilerplate with no substantive items detailed.

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board approved a site plan amendment and special use permit for Morrell and Company The Wine Emporium at 600 Albany Road, adding a condition for an on-staff flagger for WB65 trucks. The board also approved a sign permit for Finest Auto Detailing, scheduled public hearings for two mixed-use redevelopment projects, and scheduled a subdivision hearing.

• Approved Morrell and Company The Wine Emporium site plan amendment and special use permit (unanimous)
• Approved Finest Auto Detailing sign permit (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Matra Realty site plan (PB-20-2020) for January 13, 2022
• Scheduled public hearing for DSF Concrete site plan (PB-21-2020) for January 13, 2022
• Scheduled public hearing for Bringsjord subdivision (PB-1-2021) for January 13, 2021
• Approved minutes of October 2021 (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees will hold a work session to review agenda items including continued public hearings on opting out of cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption, and amending the solar and alternative energy chapter. They will also review a budget transfer and close-out of capital projects, discuss an acting manager code change, and hold an executive session on property acquisition and personnel matters.

• Public hearing: Local Law opting out of cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption
• Public hearing: Amend Chapter 178, Solar and Alternative Energy
• Budget transfer of $129,364.64 to cover over-budget capital projects and close out completed ones
• Creation of additional member spots on the Recreation Advisory Committee
• Tax certiorari for 1136 Pleasantville Road

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees will hold continued public hearings and consider adopting two local laws: one to opt out of licensing cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments, and another to amend Chapter 178 on solar and alternative energy, adding regulations for solar collectors and battery storage systems. The board will also discuss creating additional Recreation Advisory Committee member spots, appointments, tax certiorari, a PEG budget amendment, and fire department memberships.

• Local law to opt out of cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments
• Amend Chapter 178 to regulate solar energy collectors and battery energy storage systems
• Creation of additional member spots on the Recreation Advisory Committee
• Budget amendment for PEG (Public, Educational, and Governmental) access
• Fire department memberships

The Board of Trustees voted unanimously to adopt a local law opting out of licensing cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments within the village, as permitted by NYS Cannabis Law § 131. The board also approved several financial and administrative actions, including a tax certiorari refund, a budget amendment, budget transfers, and the creation of additional member spots on the Recreation Advisory Committee. The public hearing on solar and alternative energy was adjourned to January 4, 2022.

• Adopted local law opting out of cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing on solar and alternative energy to January 4, 2022
• Increased Recreation Advisory Committee membership from 7 to 9 (unanimous)
• Approved tax certiorari refund of $2,237.68 for 1136 Pleasantville Rd (4-1, Mayor Vescio no)
• Approved budget amendment for PEG payment of $16,508.66 (unanimous)
• Approved under-18 memberships for Michael Austin, Claire Friedel, and Ryan Prechil to Briarcliff Fire Company (unanimous)
• Approved budget transfers totaling $127,786.99 for capital projects (unanimous)
• Approved close out of multiple capital projects (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees will hold work sessions on several items, including a continued public hearing on a local law to opt out of state licensing for cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments, and a special permit application for Morrell and Company the Wine Emporium at 600 Albany Post Road. The board will also review a proposed water billing appeals policy and consider adopting the 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan, among other administrative items.

• Continued public hearing: Local law to opt out of cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption licensing
• Special permit application for Morrell and Company the Wine Emporium, LTD at 600 Albany Post Road
• Public hearing to amend Chapter 178 (Solar and Alternative Energy)
• Adoption of the 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Review of Water Billing Appeals Policy

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees is holding continued public hearings and considering resolutions on two major items: a local law to opt out of licensing cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments, and a special permit application for a wine storage facility at 600 Albany Post Road. The board will also hold a public hearing on amending the solar and alternative energy chapter, receive the annual audit report, and act on several administrative items including budget amendments and appointments.

• Public hearing and resolution to adopt local law opting out of cannabis retail dispensary and on-site consumption licensing
• Special permit approval for Morrell and Company the Wine Emporium, LTD at 600 Albany Post Road for a specialty warehouse with ~20 employees
• Public hearing to amend Chapter 178, Solar and Alternative Energy
• Annual audit report for FY 2020-2021 by PKF O'Connor Davies
• Adoption of 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Board voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing on a local law to opt out of licensing cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments to December 7, 2021. The Board also voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing for the special permit application for Morrell and Company Wine Emporium to November 23, 2021, and directed counsel to prepare a resolution and SEQRA findings for the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting included reports and announcements.

• Adjourned the cannabis opt-out public hearing to December 7, 2021 (unanimous).
• Adjourned the Morrell and Company Wine Emporium special permit public hearing to November 23, 2021 (unanimous).
• Directed counsel to prepare a resolution and SEQRA findings for the Wine Emporium application.
• Adopted a resolution (motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky) — content not specified in minutes.
• Adjourned the regular meeting at 9:43 p.m. (unanimous).

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees is holding public hearings and considering several resolutions. Key items include adopting a local law to opt out of licensing cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments, adopting a commercial property tax exemption law, and considering a special permit for a wine storage warehouse at 600 Albany Post Road. The board will also accept resignations, reaffirm a revenue sharing policy with the fire and ambulance departments, and authorize the interim village manager to execute agreements with Westchester County and the Town of Ossining.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of local law opting out of cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments
• Continued public hearing and possible adoption of Chapter 195, a 10-year commercial property tax exemption for improvements in specific zoning districts
• Special permit application for Morrell and Company the Wine Emporium, LTD at 600 Albany Post Road for a specialty wine warehouse
• Reaffirm revenue sharing policy with Briarcliff Manor Fire Department and Ambulance Department
• Authorize interim village manager to execute agreements with Westchester County and Town of Ossining

The Board of Trustees unanimously adopted a local law amending Chapter 195, Taxation, and closed the related public hearing. They also opened and adjourned a public hearing on a proposed law to opt out of licensing cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments. The board accepted the resignation of Interim Village Manager Robin Rizzo, effective November 14, 2021, with one no vote and one abstention.

• Adopted local law amending Chapter 195, Taxation (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on Chapter 195, Taxation (unanimous)
• Opened and adjourned public hearing on cannabis opt-out law to Nov 23 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Interim Village Manager Robin Rizzo (2-1-1)
• Accepted resignation of Planning Board member Andrew Tung (unanimous)
• Approved revenue sharing policy with Fire and Ambulance Departments (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Westchester County for Summer Youth Employment (unanimous)
• Awarded fire hydrant bid to Schmidts Wholesale Inc. for $44,649 (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees is holding a work session to review and discuss several agenda items, including a continued public hearing on taxation, new public hearings on opting out of cannabis retail/on-site consumption licensing and a special permit for a wine shop, and reaffirming a revenue-sharing policy with the fire and ambulance departments. The board will also consider authorizing the interim village manager to execute agreements with Westchester County and the Town of Ossining, budget transfers, a fire hydrant bid award, and a library donation. A presentation will cover a proposed $15,000 expenditure for architectural services to design a new recreation center to replace the current Youth Center at 5 Van Lu Van Road. The board will also review a proposed solar energy system PILOT law and a water billing appeals policy, and discuss the village treasurer's agreement.

• Public hearing: Local law to opt out of cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption establishments
• Public hearing: Special permit application for Morrell and Company the Wine Emporium, LTD at 600 Albany Post Road
• Reaffirm revenue sharing policy with Briarcliff Manor Fire Department and Ambulance Department
• Authorize interim village manager to execute agreements with Westchester County and Town of Ossining
• Recreation Advisory Committee presentation: $15,000 for architectural services for Youth Center replacement at 5 Van Lu Van Road

Planning Board

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board will hold a public hearing and review a site plan to redevelop existing commercial buildings into mixed-use buildings with commercial and residential space at 1123 and 1133 Pleasantville Road. The board will also review several other applications, including a portico, a wetlands permit, a wine storage facility recommendation, a sign permit, and a ZBA case. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom, cable TV, or live stream.

• Public hearing for site plan approval to redevelop 1123 and 1133 Pleasantville Road into mixed-use commercial and residential buildings
• Review of site plan for front entrance portico at 7 Greenwood Court
• Wetlands permit review to remove sediment from detention system at 38 Beechwood Way
• Recommendation to Board of Trustees for special use permit amendment for wine storage at 600 Albany Road
• ZBA case V-13-2021: denial of conversion to wine storage at 600 Albany Post Road due to yard dimension nonconformity

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board voted unanimously to schedule a public hearing for November 8, 2021, on a site plan application to redevelop commercial buildings at 1123 and 1133 Pleasantville Road into mixed-use buildings with commercial and residential space. The board also reviewed a wetlands permit application for sediment removal at 38 Beechwood Way and requested a maintenance agreement, directing counsel to draft a resolution. No final approvals were granted; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Scheduled public hearing for PB-20-2020 (Matra Realty) on November 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Requested maintenance agreement for wetlands permit at 38 Beechwood Way and directed counsel to draft resolution
• Approved minutes of July and September 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:17pm (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review agenda items including new cannabis and tobacco regulations, taxation updates, and parking permit fee changes. The meeting also includes a review of the Westchester County Summer Youth Employment Agreement.

• Public Hearing: Create New Chapter 1/42 regarding Marijuana (Cannabis) and Tobacco
• Public Hearing: Chapter 195, Taxation
• Amendment to Master Fee Schedule for Parking Permit Fees
• Review of Westchester County Summer Youth Employment Agreement (up to $2,207.00)
• Special Permit Application for Morrell and Company the Wine Emporium, LTD at 600 Albany Post Road

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees is holding a continued public hearing and possible adoption of a local law (Chapter 142) that would restrict smoking and vaping of cannabis and tobacco in public places, including parks, parking lots, and municipal buildings, with penalties up to $200. The board will also hold a public hearing on a proposed commercial property tax exemption (Chapter 195) that would phase in tax increases over 10 years for qualifying commercial improvements. Other actions include amending parking permit fees, scheduling the 2022 village election, and authorizing agreements with the Westchester Library System and Westchester County.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of Chapter 142 restricting cannabis and tobacco use in public places
• Public hearing on Chapter 195, a 10-year commercial property tax exemption for improvements in specific zoning districts
• Amend Master Fee Schedule: remove cabaret fee and weekly parking permits; adjust resident and non-resident parking permit fees
• Resolution to hold annual village election on March 15, 2022 for two trustee seats
• Authorize $41,049.08 IT service agreement with Westchester Library System for the public library

The Board unanimously appointed Joshua Ringel as Village Manager effective November 15, 2021, with a salary of $175,000 and terms on the Tree Preservation and Ethics Boards. They also adopted a new local law creating Chapter 142 (Cannabis and Tobacco), scheduled a public hearing on opting out of cannabis retail licensing, and approved several resolutions including fee schedule amendments, election scheduling, budget transfers, and donations.

• Appointed Joshua Ringel as Village Manager (unanimous)
• Adopted local law creating Chapter 142, Cannabis and Tobacco (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Nov 9 on opting out of cannabis retail licensing (unanimous)
• Amended Master Fee Schedule for parking permits (unanimous)
• Scheduled annual Village Election for March 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Authorized IT SLA with Westchester Library System for $41,049.08 (unanimous)
• Accepted donations totaling $985 from Recreation Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved capital budget increases from grants totaling $70,000 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on October 14, 2021, to review several applications. These include a site plan amendment for a rooftop solar array at St. Theresa's Church, a mixed-use redevelopment at 1123 and 1133 Pleasantville Road, a mandatory tree planting plan for a home addition, and a wetlands permit for sediment removal. The board will also hear the Village Engineer's report and approve minutes.

• Site plan amendment for community roof-mounted solar array at 300 Dalmeny Road (PB-7-2021)
• Site plan approval for mixed-use commercial/residential redevelopment at 1123 and 1133 Pleasantville Road (PB-20-2020)
• Mandatory Tree Planting Plan for one-story addition at 411 Sleepy Hollow Road (PB-15-2021)
• Wetlands permit for sediment removal at 38 Beechwood Way (PB-16-2021)
• Village Engineer's report on ongoing projects

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board unanimously approved a resolution recommending a special use permit amendment for a community roof-mounted solar array at St. Theresa's Church/School (300 Dalmeny Road), with Chairman Nolan recused. The Board also scheduled a public hearing for November 8, 2021, on the Matra Realty site plan for mixed-use development at 1123 and 1133 Pleasantville Road, and approved a mandatory tree planting plan for 411 Sleepy Hollow Road. A wetlands permit for sediment removal at 38 Beechwood Way was discussed, with the Board requesting a maintenance agreement and directing counsel to draft a resolution.

• Approved resolution for St. Theresa's solar array special use permit recommendation (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Matra Realty site plan on November 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Mandatory Tree Planting Plan for 411 Sleepy Hollow Road (unanimous)
• Requested maintenance agreement for Beechwood wetlands permit; resolution to be drafted
• Approved minutes of July and September 2021 (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting that includes a continued public hearing on a proposed new chapter regulating marijuana and tobacco, and an informal presentation by Morrell and Company seeking a special permit to convert the former Sony building at 600 Albany Post Road into a wine storage warehouse. The board will also consider authorizing an agreement with Public Sector HR Consultants for an employee handbook update and adopting a COVID sick leave policy.

• Special permit application for wine storage warehouse at 600 Albany Post Road (9.37 acres, 38,000 sq ft building)
• Continued public hearing on new Chapter 142, Marijuana (Cannabis) and Tobacco
• Authorize agreement with Public Sector HR Consultants, LLC for employee handbook update
• Adoption of COVID sick leave policy

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the Interim Village Manager to execute an agreement with Public Sector HR Consultants, LLC for updating the Employee Handbook and monthly HR consulting services. The Board also unanimously adopted a COVID Sick Leave Policy, which provides paid leave for quarantine, isolation, and vaccination, subject to non-material changes. Additionally, the Board accepted the Village Justice Court Independent Audit for FY 2020-2021 and adjourned the public hearing on the Cannabis and Tobacco chapter to October 19, 2021.

• Approved agreement with Public Sector HR Consultants, LLC for HR services (unanimous)
• Adopted COVID Sick Leave Policy (unanimous)
• Accepted Village Justice Court Independent Audit for FY 2020-2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing on Cannabis and Tobacco chapter to October 19, 2021 (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees will hold a work session to review agenda items including a continued public hearing on creating a new chapter on marijuana (cannabis) and tobacco, authorizing an agreement with Public Sector HR Consultants LLC for an employee handbook update, and adopting a COVID sick leave policy. They will also review the HR consulting services agreement and the personnel policy on medical insurance for retirees. The meeting is a work session, so items are under discussion rather than final decisions.

• Continued public hearing on new Chapter 142, Marijuana (Cannabis) and Tobacco
• Authorize agreement with Public Sector HR Consultants LLC for employee handbook update
• Adoption of a COVID sick leave policy
• Review HR consulting services agreement with PSHRC ($600/month, $1,800 quarterly)
• Review personnel policy on medical insurance for retirees

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to review several ongoing public hearings and administrative updates. Discussions include proposed changes to solar farm regulations, new chapters for cannabis and tobacco, and easement agreements for the Central Business District Mobility Enhancement Project.

• Public hearing review for solar farms and specialty warehouse uses
• Proposed creation of Chapter 178 regarding Solar and Alternative Energy
• Proposed creation of Chapter 142 regarding Cannabis and Tobacco
• Mobility Enhancement Central Business District Project easement agreements
• Scheduling a public hearing to amend Chapter 195, Taxation

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with continued public hearings and potential adoption of several zoning amendments, including regulations for solar farms, specialty warehouses, and a new chapter on cannabis and tobacco. The board will also consider a special use permit amendment for St. Theresa's Church to install a community solar system, and discuss other administrative items like retirements, resignations, and appointments.

• Adoption of zoning amendments for solar farms and specialty warehouses (Chapter 220-6, Tables 3 and 4)
• Creation of new Chapter 178 (Solar and Alternative Energy) and Chapter 142 (Cannabis and Tobacco)
• Special use permit amendment for St. Theresa's Church, 300 Dalmeny Road, for a community solar system by Ecogy New York VII LLC
• Mobility Enhancement Central Business District Project: application submission, SEQRA, and easement agreements
• Acknowledgment of retirement of Village Manager/Deputy Village Clerk/Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics

The Board of Trustees unanimously adopted three zoning amendments related to solar farms, specialty warehouses, and definitions, and issued a negative SEQRA declaration. The board also approved an amended special use permit for St. Theresa's Church to allow a community solar system on its school, subject to safety conditions. Additionally, the board authorized a grant application for a $3.8 million mobility project and made several appointments.

• Adopted zoning amendment for solar farms and specialty warehouses (unanimous)
• Created new Chapter 178, Solar and Alternative Energy (unanimous)
• Amended Chapter 220-2, Definitions (unanimous)
• Approved SEQRA negative declaration for zoning amendments (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit amendment for St. Theresa's Church solar system (unanimous)
• Authorized submission of $3,045,266 grant application for mobility project (unanimous)
• Authorized easement agreements for mobility project (3-0, Mayor abstained)
• Accepted resignation of Deputy Village Treasurer and made appointments (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees will hold a work session to review and discuss several agenda items, including public hearings on creating a new marijuana chapter and a special use permit amendment for St. Theresa's Church. They will also continue hearings on solar farms, cabaret amendments, and other zoning changes, and consider budget transfers, a tax certiorari for Trump National Golf Club, and appointments.

• Public hearing: Create new Chapter 142, Marijuana
• Public hearing: Special Use Permit Amendment – St. Theresa’s Church
• Continued hearing: Solar farms and specialty warehouses zoning amendments
• Budget transfers: Non-Union Staff Salary Adjustments and Operating Budget FY 2021/2022
• Tax Certiorari – Trump National Golf Club

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees will hold continued and new public hearings on several zoning amendments, including allowing solar farms and specialty warehouses in certain districts, creating a new solar energy chapter, and regulating cannabis and tobacco sales. The board is also set to adopt a negative declaration under the State Environmental Quality Review Act for the zoning text amendments, and will consider a special use permit amendment for St. Theresa's Church. Other business includes budget transfers, a tax certiorari for Trump National Golf Club, and appointing an interim village manager.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of zoning amendments for solar farms and specialty warehouses (Chapter 220-6, Tables 3 and 4)
• Public hearing to create new Chapter 178, Solar and Alternative Energy
• Public hearing to create new Chapter 142, Cannabis and Tobacco (formerly 'Marijuana')
• Special use permit amendment for St. Theresa's Church
• Tax certiorari for Trump National Golf Club

Planning Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Briarcliff Manor Planning Board. The agenda consists solely of the agenda document and an amended version, with no substantive items listed for discussion or decision.

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board voted to recommend approval of a special use permit for a community roof-mounted solar array at St. Theresa's Church/School, 300 Dalmeny Road, with conditions for emergency access, fall protection, and tie-off points. The board also directed staff to draft a site plan approval resolution for the next meeting. Additionally, the board reviewed proposed zoning text amendments and directed the village attorney and planning consultant to prepare a memorandum for the Board of Trustees. No substantive decisions were made on zoning amendments or ZBA cases.

• Recommended approval of special use permit for solar array at St. Theresa's (motion by Crowley, seconded by Pastore)
• Directed planning consultant to draft site plan approval resolution for next meeting
• Directed village attorney and planning consultant to prepare memorandum on zoning text amendments

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to appoint a new police chief and continue a public hearing on zoning amendments that would allow solar farms and specialty warehouses in certain districts. The board will also hold public hearings on several code changes, including cabaret regulations, amusement devices, subdivision improvements, solar energy, definitions, and site plan approval. Additional items include awarding bids for paving and cleaning projects, increasing the capital budget for streetscape improvements, and scheduling hearings on a special use permit for St. Theresa's Church and a new marijuana chapter.

• Appoint Dominick Bueti as Police Chief effective August 18, 2021, salary $175,249.83
• Continued public hearing and possible adoption of zoning amendments for solar farms and specialty warehouses (Chapter 220-6, Tables 3 and 4)
• Public hearings on amending Chapter 97 (Cabaret), repealing Chapter 77 (Amusement Devices), amending Chapter 190-13 (Subdivision improvements), creating Chapter 178 (Solar and Alternative Energy), amending Chapter 220-2 (Definitions), and Chapter 220-14 (Site plan approval)
• Award bids for Annual Paving Project and Municipal Buildings Cleaning Project
• Increase capital budget for Mobility Enhancement – Central Business District (Streetscape Phase II/III)

The Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Dominick Bueti as Police Chief effective August 18, 2021, with a salary of $175,249.83. They also adopted local laws to repeal Chapter 77 (Amusement Devices) and amend Chapter 190-13 (Subdivision of Land), and awarded the annual paving project to Morano Brothers Corp. for $372,011.75. Several public hearings were continued or scheduled for September 14, 2021, including those on solar farms, cabaret, and a new marijuana chapter.

• Appointed Dominick Bueti as Police Chief effective Aug 18, 2021, salary $175,249.83 (unanimous)
• Adopted local law to repeal Chapter 77, Amusement Devices (unanimous)
• Adopted local law to amend Chapter 190-13, Subdivision of Land (unanimous)
• Awarded annual paving project to Morano Brothers Corp. for $372,011.75 (unanimous)
• Increased capital budget for Streetscape Phase II/III by $125,000 (unanimous)
• Declared intent to reimburse capital expenditures up to $390,000 from future debt (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Sept 14 on St. Theresa's Church special use permit amendment (unanimous)
• Approved fire department memberships for Sean Fischer and Shray Khanna (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees will hold a work session to review agenda items, including a public hearing on zoning amendments for solar farms and specialty warehouses, and to discuss cannabis legislation. The board will also consider accepting a donation, budget amendments, an inter-municipal agreement for a senior bus, and establishing restricted accounts for recreation fees. Several public hearings are scheduled for future meetings on topics such as cabaret regulations, amusement devices, subdivision improvements, solar energy, and zoning definitions.

• Public hearing on Chapter 220-6 special permit uses for solar farms and specialty warehouses, and amendments to Tables 3 and 4
• Authorize Village Manager to execute inter-municipal agreement with Westchester County for senior bus
• Establish restricted accounts for recreation fees related to new dwelling units and budget amendment
• Schedule public hearings on amending Chapter 97 (Cabaret), repealing Chapter 77 (Amusement Devices), amending Chapter 190-13 (Subdivision), creating Chapter 178 (Solar and Alternative Energy), and amending Chapter 220-2 (Zoning Definitions)
• Discussion of cannabis legislation

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider adopting zoning amendments to regulate solar farms and specialty warehouses, including a negative declaration under SEQRA. The board will also discuss accepting a donation, budget amendments, an inter-municipal agreement for senior bus service, and scheduling future public hearings on cabaret, amusement devices, subdivision improvements, solar energy, and zoning definitions.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of zoning amendments for solar farms and specialty warehouses
• Acceptance of donation
• Budget amendment/transfers
• Authorize inter-municipal agreement with Westchester County for senior bus
• Establish restricted accounts for recreation fees from new dwelling units

The Board unanimously approved a budget amendment for FY 2020-21 that includes $7.65 million in refunding bond proceeds and related expenses, along with multiple budget transfers totaling over $500,000 across various departments. The Board also authorized the Village Manager to execute an inter-municipal agreement with Westchester County for a Senior Bus, approved a $1,182 donation for Village Trails, and scheduled several public hearings for August 17, 2021. The public hearing on solar farms and specialty warehouses was adjourned to that date with no public comments.

• Approved $7.65M bond refunding budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved budget transfers totaling $124,125.78 for FY 2020-21 (5-0)
• Approved water fund budget transfers totaling $344,141.13 (5-0)
• Approved additional water budget transfers totaling $56,414.80 (5-0)
• Approved storm recovery budget transfers totaling $119,327.45 (5-0)
• Approved COVID-related budget transfers totaling $50,436.91 (5-0)
• Authorized Village Manager to execute Senior Bus inter-municipal agreement (4-1)
• Scheduled public hearings for Aug 17 on cabaret, amusement devices, subdivision, solar energy, definitions, and site plan approvals (5-0)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Village of Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to decide on several items, including the provisional appointment of a police lieutenant, adoption of an affordable housing law, solar energy regulations, a capital budget, and bond resolutions. The board will also continue a public hearing on affordable housing and consider cabaret license applications.

• Appoint John Wynne as provisional Police Lieutenant at $152,391.15 salary
• Adopt Chapter 220-10 Affordable Housing law (10% AFFH units in new developments)
• Adopt Chapter 220-9.1 Regulation of Solar Energy Collectors
• Schedule public hearing on Chapter 220-6 Solar Farms
• Adopt Capital Budget FY 2021-2022 and bond resolutions

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss the FY 2021-2022 Capital Budget and various local law chapters. The meeting includes a continued public hearing on affordable housing and the review of cabaret license applications.

• Adoption of Capital Budget FY 2021-2022
• Public Hearing: Chapter 220-10, Affordable Housing
• Adoption of Chapter 220-9.1 Regulation of Solar Energy Collectors
• Cabaret License Applications for Orfino’s, Savorys, and Squires
• Resolution supporting Assembly Bill A07752 and Senate Bill S07021 for Briarcliff Manor Fire Department

Planning Board

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board will review two applications: a site plan amendment for the Sleepy Hollow Country Club pool complex and a sign permit for Dive Oyster House. The board will also discuss three Zoning Board of Appeals cases involving denied applications due to zoning nonconformities, including a gas station redevelopment, a home addition, and a two-property redevelopment. The Village Engineer will report on ongoing projects, and minutes will be reviewed.

• PB-10-2021: Sleepy Hollow Country Club site plan amendment for pool complex at 777 Albany Post Road
• PB-11-2021: Dive Oyster House sign permit at 1201 Pleasantville Road
• V-7-2021: Global Montello gas station redevelopment at 1168 Pleasantville Road denied for setbacks and parking (10 spaces vs 17 required)
• V-9-2021: Freeman second story addition at 144 Tower Hill Road denied for side yard setbacks (33.4 ft vs 40 ft required)
• V-10-2021: Matra redevelopment at 1123 and 1133 Pleasantville Road denied for parking (19 vs 21 required at 1123; 16 vs 24 required at 1133)

The Planning Board unanimously approved a site plan amendment for the Sleepy Hollow Country Club's pool complex at 777 Albany Post Road, with Member Tung recusing himself. The Board also unanimously approved a sign permit for Dive Oyster House at 1201 Pleasantville Road, following a favorable recommendation from the Architectural Review Advisory Committee. No ZBA cases were discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 7:48pm.

• Approved site plan amendment for Sleepy Hollow Country Club pool complex (PB-10-2021).
• Approved sign permit for Dive Oyster House (PB-11-2021).
• Adjourned meeting at 7:48pm.

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct a work session to review several public hearings and administrative updates. Discussion items include affordable housing regulations, solar energy collectors, and a special use permit for Scarborough Presbyterian Church.

• Public Hearing: Chapter 220-10, Affordable Housing
• Public Hearing: Chapter 220-9.1, Regulation of Solar Energy Collectors
• Public Hearing: Renew a Special Use Permit for Scarborough Presbyterian Church
• Master Municipal Multi-Modal (MM) Capital Project Agreement with NYS DOT
• Cedar Drive Sewer Petition

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is conducting public hearings on proposed amendments to local laws regarding affordable housing and solar energy collectors. The board is also considering a special use permit renewal for Scarborough Presbyterian Church.

• Public hearing on Chapter 220-10, Affordable Housing
• Public hearing on Chapter 220-9.1, Regulation of Solar Energy Collectors
• Public hearing to renew a Special Use Permit for Scarborough Presbyterian Church
• Proposed Master Municipal Multi-Modal Capital Project Agreement with NY State DOT
• Acceptance of a donation

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the renewal of the Scarborough Presbyterian Church's special use permit for its nursery school at 671 Scarborough Road, extending it retroactively to June 17, 2020, for five years. The board also closed a public hearing on solar energy regulations and adjourned a public hearing on affordable housing to July 20, 2021. Additionally, they authorized the Village Manager to execute a state agreement for pedestrian safety improvements at Route 9A and North State Road, appropriating $518,000, and accepted donations totaling $719 for Village Trails.

• Approved renewal of Scarborough Presbyterian Church special use permit for five years, retroactive to June 17, 2020.
• Closed public hearing on Chapter 220-9.1 Regulation of Solar Energy Collectors.
• Adjourned public hearing on Chapter 220-10 Affordable Housing to July 20, 2021.
• Authorized Village Manager to execute a Master Municipal Multi-Modal Capital Project Agreement with NYSDOT for pedestrian safety at Route 9A and North State Road, appropriating $518,000.
• Accepted donations totaling $719 for Village Trails from Christophe's Crepes and Recreation Advisory Committee fundraising.
• Approved fire department memberships for Daniel Sugrue (under 18) and Fatma Ghailan.
• Approved minutes of June 1, 2021.

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is holding a work session to review the tentative Capital Plan for 2021-2024. The plan outlines proposed spending across multiple departments, including public works, emergency services, and parks.

• Law Park Drainage Basin project with actual bid total costs of $1.63 million
• Proposed $950,000 for a Rescue Truck replacement
• Proposed $700,000 for Transite Pipe Replacement
• Proposed $1.219 million for Streetscape Reflections Phase III construction
• Proposed $385,000 for Village Hall/PD ADA compliance

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is holding public hearings on zoning amendments regarding special permit uses and affordable housing. The board is also reviewing regulations for solar energy collectors and residency requirements.

• Proposed amendments to Chapter 220-6 (Special Permit Uses) and Chapter 220-10 (Affordable Housing)
• Public hearing on Chapter 220-9.1 Regulation of Solar Energy Collectors
• Public hearing on Chapter 54 Residency Requirements
• Proposed special use permit renewal for Scarborough Presbyterian Church
• Award of RFP for Tree Inventory and Community Forest Management Plan

The Board of Trustees unanimously adopted a zoning text amendment to Chapter 220-6 regarding special permit uses, following a SEQRA negative declaration. They also adopted a residency requirement amendment removing Lieutenant from Chapter 54, and approved several resolutions including budget transfers, a tree inventory contract, and a prisoner transportation agreement. Public hearings on affordable housing and solar energy were adjourned to July 6, 2021.

• Adopted zoning text amendment to Chapter 220-6 Special Permit Uses (unanimous)
• Adopted SEQRA negative declaration for zoning amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted amendment to Chapter 54 Residency Requirements removing Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Approved budget transfers for health insurance and police salary/ER tax (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for insurance recoveries (unanimous)
• Awarded RFP to ArborPro Inc. for Tree Inventory and Community Forest Management Plan at $16,937.50 (unanimous)
• Authorized Village Manager to execute Westchester County prisoner transportation agreement (unanimous)
• Ratified Memorandum of Agreement with CSEA (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is conducting a work session to review agenda items including public hearings on affordable housing and solar energy collectors. The body will also discuss budget transfers, a tree inventory RFP, and a sewer petition for Cedar Drive.

• Public hearings on Chapter 220-10 (Affordable Housing) and Chapter 220-6 (Special Permit Uses)
• Public hearing on Chapter 220-9.1 (Regulation of Solar Energy Collectors)
• Public hearing on Chapter 54 (Residency Requirements)
• Proposed special use permit renewal for Scarborough Presbyterian Church
• Award of RFP for Tree Inventory & Community Forest Management Plan

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is conducting a work session to review public hearings on zoning and affordable housing. The body is also considering bid awards for Streetscape Phase I and a property maintenance extension request from the school district.

• Public hearings on Chapter 220-6 (Special Permit Uses) and Chapter 220-10 (Affordable Housing)
• Special Use Permit amendment for Sleepy Hollow Country Club
• Award of bids for Streetscape Phase I General Construction and Electrical
• Proposed public hearings for Chapter 220-9.1 (Solar Energy Collectors) and Chapter 220-6 (Solar Farms)
• Executive Recruitment Services Agreement with Strategic Government Resources

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is holding continued public hearings on affordable housing and special permit uses. The meeting includes decisions on streetscape construction bids and the authorization of an executive recruitment agreement.

• Continued public hearings on Chapter 220-6 (Special Permit Uses) and Chapter 220-10 (Affordable Housing)
• Continued public hearing to amend a Special Use Permit for Sleepy Hollow Country Club
• Award of bids for Streetscape Phase One (General Construction and Electrical)
• Authorization for Mayor to execute an Executive Recruitment Services Agreement with Strategic Government Resources
• Budget transfers for the Library Fund and close out of Capital Project 17231

The Board awarded the Streetscape Phase One general construction bid to Paladino Concrete Creations Corp. for $400,107 and the electrical bid to PRM Electric for $120,000, both unanimously. It also approved a $17,116 library budget transfer, closed out capital project 17231 with a $35,000 transfer, declared intent to reimburse up to $151,000 for Streetscape costs, and authorized the Mayor to sign an executive recruitment services agreement with Strategic Government Resources (Mayor abstained). Public hearings on special permit uses and affordable housing were adjourned to June 15, and the Sleepy Hollow Country Club special use permit amendment was approved.

• Awarded Streetscape Phase One general construction bid to Paladino Concrete Creations Corp. for $400,107 (unanimous)
• Awarded Streetscape Phase One electrical bid to PRM Electric for $120,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $17,116 library fund budget transfer (unanimous)
• Closed out capital project 17231 with $35,000 transfer to Streetscape West Side (unanimous)
• Declared official intent to reimburse up to $151,000 for Streetscape Phase I costs (unanimous)
• Approved Sleepy Hollow Country Club special use permit amendment (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute executive recruitment services agreement with Strategic Government Resources (4-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved Briarcliff Union Free School District property maintenance mitigation plan (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Mayor and Board of Trustees will hold a work session to review a paving contract award and tax certiorari for Trump National Residences. The board will also discuss various village updates, including parking regulations and recreation fees.

• Review of annual paving bid award to Waters Contracting for $702,386.30
• Review of tax certiorari regarding Trump National Residences
• Discussion of recreation fees for Pickle Ball add-on
• Review of downtown parking regulations
• Discussion of annual non-union salary adjustments

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review several public hearings and discuss a zoning text amendment requested by Ecogy Energy. The proposal seeks to allow a 158.8 kW roof-mounted community solar system at St. Theresa’s School.

• Public hearings on Chapter 220-6 (Special Permit Uses), Chapter 220-10 (Affordable Housing), Chapter 186 (Streets and Sidewalks), and Chapter 90 (Rapid Entry Systems)
• Public hearing to amend a Special Use Permit for Sleepy Hollow Country Club
• Proposed zoning amendment for Ecogy Energy's 158.8 kW solar system at St. Theresa’s Church/School
• Amendment to Master Fee Schedule
• Amendment to a Cell Lease Agreement

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider several local law amendments regarding affordable housing, streets, sidewalks, and rapid entry systems. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a special use permit amendment for Sleepy Hollow Country Club.

• Public Hearing: Chapter 220-6, Special Permit Uses
• Public Hearing: Chapter 220-10, Affordable Housing
• Public Hearing: Chapter 186, Streets and Sidewalks
• Public Hearing: Chapter 90, Article VI, Rapid Entry Systems
• Public Hearing: Amend a Special Use Permit – Sleepy Hollow Country Club

The Board of Trustees adopted amendments to Chapter 186 (Streets and Sidewalks) and added Chapter 90, Article VI (Rapid Entry Systems) after public hearings. They also approved an amended Master Fee Schedule effective June 1, 2021, and authorized the Village Manager to execute a cell lease amendment with Sprint. Public hearings on special permit uses, affordable housing, and the Sleepy Hollow Country Club special use permit were adjourned to June 1, 2021.

• Adopted local law amending Chapter 186, Streets and Sidewalks (unanimous)
• Adopted local law adding Chapter 90, Article VI, Rapid Entry Systems (unanimous)
• Approved amended Master Fee Schedule effective June 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Authorized Village Manager to execute Second Amendment to Wireless Lease with Sprint Spectrum (unanimous)
• Accepted donation of Ricoh Theta SC2 360° camera from Steven and Jessica Vescio (unanimous, Mayor recused)
• Adjourned public hearing on Chapter 220-6 Special Permit Uses to June 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing on Chapter 220-10 Affordable Housing to June 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing on Sleepy Hollow Country Club special use permit to June 1, 2021 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to review several site plan applications, including a mixed-use development, a commercial building, and a pool complex improvement. They will also consider a subdivision extension, zoning text amendments, and several denied variance appeals. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom.

• Site plan review for DSF Concrete to demolish and build two mixed-use buildings at 157 North State Road
• Site plan review for a new 2-story commercial building at 205 S. Highland Avenue
• Special use permit recommendation and site plan amendment for Sleepy Hollow Country Club pool complex at 777 Albany Post Road
• Consideration of a second 90-day extension for subdivision approval at 363 Long Hill Road
• Zoning text amendments to Chapters 220-6, 220-10, and 220-14

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board gave a positive recommendation to the Board of Trustees for an amendment to the Sleepy Hollow Country Club's Special Use Permit and site plan for pool complex improvements at 777 Albany Post Road, noting lost parking must be accommodated elsewhere on site. The board also granted a second 90-day extension for the Dziegelewski subdivision approval at 363 Long Hill Road, and reviewed zoning text amendments for special permit uses, affordable housing, and site plan approvals. The DSF Concrete site plan application for 157 North State Road was adjourned to a future meeting.

• Positive recommendation for Sleepy Hollow Country Club Special Use Permit amendment and site plan (motion by Pastore, seconded by Gelardi)
• Waived public hearing requirement for Sleepy Hollow Country Club application (motion by Gelardi, seconded by Pastore)
• Granted second 90-day extension for Dziegelewski subdivision approval at 363 Long Hill Road (motion by Tung, seconded by Nolan, Pastore abstained)
• Directed Village Counsel and Planning Consultant to prepare memorandum on zoning text amendments
• Approved March 2021 minutes as amended (motion by Tung, seconded by Gelardi)
• Approved April 2021 minutes (motion by Tung, seconded by Gelardi)
• Adjourned DSF Concrete site plan application to future meeting
• Adjourned Sleepy Hollow Country Club application to future meeting

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is reviewing a proposed zoning text amendment to allow roof-mounted community solar projects. The meeting also includes several public hearings on building construction, affordable housing, and street regulations.

• Proposed zoning amendment for a 158.8 kW roof-mounted solar system at St. Theresa’s Church/School
• Public hearings on Chapter 90 (Building Construction, Unsafe Buildings, Vacant Building Registry)
• Public hearings on Chapter 220-10 (Affordable Housing) and Chapter 220-6 (Special Permit Uses)
• Public hearings on Chapter 186 (Streets and Sidewalks) and Chapter 90, Article VI (Rapid Entry Systems)
• Review of amendments to the Master Fee Schedule, including updated building permit and fire inspection fees

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is reviewing several local law amendments regarding building construction, fire prevention, and affordable housing. The meeting includes public hearings on streets, sidewalks, and rapid entry systems.

• Public hearing for Chapter 90: Building Construction and Fire Prevention
• Public hearing for Chapter 220-10: Affordable Housing
• Public hearing for Chapter 220-6: Special Permit Uses
• Public hearing for Chapter 220-14: Approval of Site Development Plans
• Proposed special use permit amendment for Sleepy Hollow Country Club

The Board of Trustees unanimously adopted amendments to the Village Code regarding unsafe buildings, vacant building registry, permits, and site development plan approval. Public hearings on special permit uses, affordable housing, streets and sidewalks, and rapid entry systems were continued to May 18, 2021. The Board also referred a Sleepy Hollow Country Club special permit amendment to the Planning Board and scheduled a public hearing, and approved a grant application for a trail connection.

• Adopted local law amending Chapter 90 (Building Construction and Fire Prevention) and Chapter 90-12 (Permits) (5-0)
• Adopted local law amending Chapter 220-14 (Approval of Site Development Plans) (5-0)
• Adjourned public hearing on Chapter 220-6 (Special Permit Uses) to May 18, 2021 (5-0)
• Adjourned public hearing on Chapter 220-10 (Affordable Housing) to May 18, 2021 (5-0)
• Adjourned public hearing on Chapter 186 (Streets and Sidewalks) to May 18, 2021 (5-0)
• Adjourned public hearing on Chapter 90 Article VI (Rapid Entry Systems) to May 18, 2021 (5-0)
• Referred Sleepy Hollow Country Club special permit amendment to Planning Board and scheduled public hearing for May 18, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved grant application to Hudson River Valley Greenway for North County Trailway connection (5-0)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is meeting to adopt the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget and establish the corresponding tax levy. The board is also proposing amendments to the Master Fee Schedule regarding water rates effective June 1, 2021.

• Adoption of 2021-2022 budget with total expenses of $30,033,981
• Real estate tax levy of $12,493,265
• Tax rate of $5.7554 per $1,000 assessed value for Town of Ossining properties
• Tax rate of $420.1054 per $1,000 assessed value for Town of Mt. Pleasant properties
• Proposed water rate increases for usage over 5,000 CF (e.g., inside rates rising from $105.00 to $115.50 for 5001-8000 CF)

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a $30,033,981 budget for fiscal year 2021-2022, with a general fund tax levy of $12,493,265. Water rates were increased for higher usage tiers, effective June 1, 2021. The board also approved the 2021-2022 tax levy and warrant, setting tax rates of $5.7554 per $1,000 for the Town of Ossining portion and $420.1054 for the Town of Mt. Pleasant portion.

• Approved amendment to Master Fee Schedule increasing water rates for usage above 5,000 CF (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2021-2022 budget totaling $30,033,981 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2022 tax levy of $12,493,265 and tax rates (unanimous)
• Authorized placing delinquent water arrears on the tax roll for FY 2021-2022 (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is conducting public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 tentative budget and a property tax levy exceeding the general municipal law limit. The meeting also includes hearings on affordable housing, site development plans, and building construction codes.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Tentative Budget
• Public hearing on Property Tax Levy in Excess of the Limit Established in General Municipal Law §3-c
• Public hearings on Chapter 220-10 (Affordable Housing) and Chapter 220-14 (Site Development Plans)
• Public hearing on Chapter 90 (Building Construction and Fire Prevention)
• Declaration of surplus vehicles and equipment

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is conducting public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 tentative budget and several building and zoning codes. The board is also considering amendments to building permit requirements and the regulation of unsafe or vacant structures.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Tentative Budget
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 90 regarding building permits, unsafe buildings, and vacant building registries
• Public hearings on Chapter 220-6 (Special Permit Uses), 220-10 (Affordable Housing), and 220-14 (Site Development Plans)
• Public hearing on Property Tax Levy in Excess of the Limit Established in General Municipal Law §3-c
• Declaration of surplus vehicles and equipment

The Board unanimously adopted a local law authorizing a property tax levy exceeding the state limit, and closed the FY2021-2022 budget hearing. Several proposed zoning amendments (special permit uses, affordable housing, site development plans) were referred to the Planning Board and other agencies, with public hearings continued to May 4. The Board also accepted a $1,200 library donation, declared surplus vehicles for sale, and made board appointments.

• Adopted local law authorizing property tax levy in excess of GML §3-c limit (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on FY2021-2022 tentative budget (unanimous)
• Referred special permit uses amendments to Planning Board and county (unanimous)
• Referred affordable housing amendments to Planning Board and county (unanimous)
• Referred site development plan amendments to Planning Board and county (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,200 donation from Friends of the Library for replacement books (unanimous)
• Declared surplus vehicles and equipment for public bid sale (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearings for May 4 on Streets and Sidewalks and Rapid Entry Systems (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing and review several site plan applications, including redevelopment of commercial properties into mixed-use buildings, a solar array at a church, and residential additions. The board will also hear the Village Engineer's report and approve minutes.

• Continued hearing: Black Diamond Equity LLC site plan for 265 South Highland Avenue and 265 Albany Post Road
• St. Theresa's Church/School: roof-mounted solar array at 300 Dalmeny Road
• Lawrence D. Lenihan Jr.: addition, greenhouse/caretaker's cottage replacement, tree planting, steep slopes at 45 Ridgecrest Road
• Solomon: addition and tree planting at 508 Scarborough Road
• Matra Realty: mixed-use redevelopment at 1123 and 1133 Pleasantville Road

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board held a public hearing and unanimously approved site plan resolutions for redevelopment at 265 Albany Post Road and 265 South Highland Avenue, despite resident concerns about traffic, noise, and safety. The board also unanimously approved site plans for a house addition at 45 Ridgecrest Road and a residence addition at 508 Scarborough Road, with waivers for tree planting requirements. Applications for a solar array at St. Theresa's Church, a mixed-use project at 1123/1133 Pleasantville Road, and a mixed-use project at 157 North State Road were adjourned to future meetings.

• Approved site plan resolution for 265 Albany Post Road (unanimous)
• Approved site plan resolution for 265 South Highland Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and MTPP for 45 Ridgecrest Road, waiving public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and MTPP for 508 Scarborough Road, with requested waivers (unanimous)
• Adjourned site plan amendment for solar array at 300 Dalmeny Road
• Adjourned site plan for mixed-use at 1123/1133 Pleasantville Road
• Adjourned site plan for mixed-use at 157 North State Road

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Mayor and Board of Trustees will conduct a work session to review the tentative budget and updates to building and fire prevention codes. The board will also discuss proposed affordable housing regulations under Chapter 220-10.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Tentative Budget
• Public hearing on Chapter 90 Building Construction and Fire Prevention and Chapter 90-12 Permits
• Discussion of Chapter 220-10 Affordable Housing regulations
• Tax Certiorari regarding Sleepy Hollow Country Club
• Fire Service Awards Program 2020

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is conducting public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 tentative budget and proposed amendments to building construction and fire prevention codes. The budget hearing is scheduled to be adjourned to April 20, 2021.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Tentative Budget
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 90 regarding Unsafe Buildings and Structures and Vacant Building Registry
• Tax Certiorari regarding Sleepy Hollow Country Club
• Fire Service Awards Program 2020
• Proposed fines of $1,000 to $3,000 for violations of the Unsafe Buildings and Structures code

The Board unanimously approved a $160,178.37 tax refund to Sleepy Hollow Country Club following a court consent judgment, covering fiscal years 2012-2021. They also approved a $135,000 budget transfer for property tax refunds, accepted a $500 donation for a tree, and approved the 2020 firefighter service award points. Public hearings on the FY2021-2022 budget and building code amendments were adjourned to April 20, 2021.

• Approved $160,178.37 tax refund to Sleepy Hollow Country Club per consent judgment
• Approved $135,000 budget transfer for real property tax refunds
• Accepted $500 donation from Verre Family for a tree purchase
• Approved 2020 certified points for Fire Department Length of Service Award Program
• Adjourned public hearing on FY2021-2022 tentative budget to April 20, 2021
• Adjourned public hearing on building and vacant building code amendments to April 20, 2021
• Scheduled four public hearings for April 20, 2021 on affordable housing, special permits, site plan approval, and tax levy override
• Approved minutes of March 2 and March 23, 2021 meetings

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is conducting an organizational meeting to swear in elected officials and appoint members to village boards and commissions. The body is also approving various administrative policies and designating official banks and newspapers.

• Oath of office for Mayor Steven A. Vescio, Trustees Peter S. Chatzky and Edward E. Midgley, and Justice Howard T. Code
• Appointment of Peter S. Chatzky as Deputy Mayor
• Approval of Village Procurement Policy, including bidding thresholds of $20,000 for purchase contracts and $35,000 for public works contracts
• Designation of TD Bank, JP Morgan Chase, Webster Bank, and Glens Falls National Bank for village funds
• Approval of Village Investment, Fund Balance, Fixed Asset, Seat Belt, and Vehicle policies

The Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees held its organizational meeting, unanimously confirming mayoral appointments, board liaisons, and various official appointments. The board also approved the dates for regular meetings, designated banks and official newspapers, and adopted several policies including procurement, investment, fund balance, fixed asset, rules of procedure, and vehicle-related policies.

• Confirmed mayoral appointments including Deputy Mayor Peter S. Chatzky (unanimous)
• Approved board liaisons for various committees (unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Village Manager, Treasurer, Clerk, and other officials (unanimous)
• Set regular meeting dates for first and third Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Designated TD Bank, JP Morgan Chase, Webster Bank, and Glens Falls National Bank as depositories (unanimous)
• Designated Journal News and The Gazette as official newspapers (unanimous)
• Adopted procurement, investment, fund balance, fixed asset, rules of procedure, and vehicle policies (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to present the tentative budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. The meeting also includes an executive session to receive advice from counsel.

• Tentative Budget Presentation for FY 2021-2022
• Executive Session: Advice of Counsel

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is meeting to certify a police reform plan required by New York State Executive Order 203. The meeting includes a public hearing on the draft report and decisions regarding police personnel and legal retainers.

• Promotion of Jan Pierre Chavez to Police Detective with an annual salary of $127,904.86
• Certification and adoption of the Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Report
• Authorization of retainer agreements for Thompson and Bender, Sive Pagat and Risel, and Lamb and Barnovsky
• Appointment of Village Prosecutor
• Scheduling of a public hearing to amend Chapter 90, Building Construction and Fire Prevention

The Board unanimously adopted the Village of Briarcliff Manor Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Report, subject to non-material changes, and will transmit certification to the state budget director as required by Executive Order 203. The Board also unanimously adopted public health emergency plans for the Village and Library, approved retainer agreements with three law firms, appointed Stephen P. Dewey as Village Prosecutor, accepted donations, and approved budget transfers.

• Adopted the Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Report, subject to non-material changes, and certified it to the state budget director.
• Adopted the Public Employer Health Emergency Plan for the Village and the Briarcliff Manor Public Library.
• Authorized the Village Manager to execute retainer agreements with Thompson and Bender, Sive, Paget and Riesel, and Lamb & Barnosky, LLP.
• Appointed Stephen P. Dewey, Esq. P.C. as Village Prosecutor for Vehicle and Traffic Court for a one-year term effective April 5, 2021.
• Accepted donations of $500 each from the Gale/Christenfeld Family and Glascott Family for tree purchases, and $500 from the Gulotta House for trail improvements.
• Approved budget transfers, including $36,090 for youth programs and $332,429.85 from day camp lines to contingency.
• Approved the under-18 membership of Noah Hirshhorn to the Scarborough Engine Company.
• Scheduled a public hearing for April 6, 2021 to consider amending Chapter 90 (Building Construction and Fire Prevention).

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss proposed updates to Chapter 220-10 regarding affordable housing. The meeting also includes a continued public hearing on a police reform report and the adoption of public health emergency plans.

• Review of Chapter 220-10 Affordable Housing standards
• Continued public hearing: Police Reform Advisory Committee Draft Report
• Promotion of Police Officer to Detective
• Adoption of Public Health Emergency Plans
• Budget transfers

Planning Board

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board will hold public hearings and review applications for site plan approvals and amendments, including redevelopment projects and a solar array. It will also consider three zoning board cases involving denied applications for an accessory dwelling, a solar array, and a swimming pool. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom.

• Public hearing for site plan approval to redevelop 265 South Highland Avenue and 265 Albany Post Road (PB-8-2020)
• Public hearing for site plan approval to demolish and construct mixed-use building at 55 Woodside Avenue (PB-17-2020)
• Public hearing for site plan amendment to replace façade at 620 Sleepy Hollow Road (PB-16-2020)
• Review of site plan amendment for community roof-mounted solar array at 300 Dalmeny Road (PB-7-2021)
• ZBA cases: accessory dwelling denial (45 Ridgecrest Road), solar array denial (300 Dalmeny Road), swimming pool denial (40 Admiral Wordens Lane)

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board closed the public hearing and approved a site plan for a mixed-use building at 55 Woodside Avenue (PB-17-2020). It also approved a site plan amendment for a façade replacement at 620 Sleepy Hollow Road (PB-16-2020). The public hearing for the redevelopment at 265 South Highland Avenue and 265 Albany Post Road was adjourned to April 8, 2021. No decisions were made on the application for 1168 Pleasantville Road.

• Approved site plan for mixed-use building at 55 Woodside Ave (unanimous)
• Approved site plan amendment for façade at 620 Sleepy Hollow Rd (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing for 265 S Highland Ave & 265 Albany Post Rd to Apr 8, 2021 (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding the Police Reform Advisory Committee's draft report. The meeting also includes discussions on amending recreation fees, scheduling the annual organizational meeting, and reviewing upcoming budget hearings.

• Public Hearing: Police Reform Advisory Committee Draft Report
• Amendment of Master Fee Schedule for Recreation Fees
• Scheduling of 2021-2022 Tentative Budget Public Hearing
• Bid awards for Chilmark Park Backstop and Fencing and Village Hall ADA Project
• Tax Certioraris for Briarcliff Station, LLC (75 North State Road) and T5@New York, LLC (600 Albany Post Road)

The Board unanimously approved several contracts and resolutions, including the $812,300 bid for the Village Hall ADA upgrade project and a $25,200 bid for the Chilmark Park backstop and fencing project. They also approved a retainer agreement for labor counsel, budget transfers, and tax certiorari refunds for two properties. The public hearing on the Police Reform Advisory Committee report was adjourned to March 23, 2021.

• Approved $812,300 bid for Municipal Building ADA Upgrade Project to Tony Casale, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $25,200 bid for Chilmark Park Backstop and Fencing Project to Yaboo Fence Co. Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized retainer agreement with Lamb & Barnosky, LLP for labor counsel (unanimous)
• Approved budget transfers totaling $28,527 (unanimous)
• Approved tax certiorari refund of $3,917.10 for Briarcliff Station, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved tax certiorari refund of $23,152.10 for T5@New York, LLC (unanimous)
• Adjourned Police Reform Advisory Committee public hearing to March 23, 2021 (unanimous)
• Scheduled Annual Organizational Meeting and Budget Public Hearing for April 6, 2021 (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to review a draft report from the Police Reform Advisory Committee. The body will also discuss recreation fee amendments, budget transfers, and contract awards for village projects.

• Public Hearing: Police Reform Advisory Committee Draft Report
• Award of Bid: Chilmark Park Backstop and Fencing Project
• Award of Bid: Village Hall ADA Project
• Recreation Fees Amendment
• Lamb and Barnosky’s Labor Counsel Agreement

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is holding a public hearing to potentially adopt Chapter 218, which would replace the existing freshwater wetlands law with more protective regulations for both freshwater and tidal wetlands. The board is also considering a contract for acrylic color coating at Chilmark Park.

• Proposed adoption of Chapter 218 Wetlands to replace Chapter 131
• Special Use Permit Amendment public hearing for Sleepy Hollow Country Club
• Special Use Permit Amendment public hearing for St. Theresa’s Church and School
• Proposed agreement with Crafco Inc./Copeland Coating & Sports Surfaces for Chilmark Park
• Budget transfers

The Board of Trustees unanimously adopted a new Wetlands law (Chapter 218), replacing the previous Freshwater Wetlands law (Chapter 131), after a public hearing that was closed earlier in the meeting. The board also approved a special use permit amendment for Sleepy Hollow Country Club to add an elevator and other improvements, and authorized a $22,850 contract for resurfacing tennis courts at Chilmark Park. A public hearing for St. Theresa's Church/School was adjourned to April 20, 2021.

• Adopted Chapter 218 Wetlands, replacing Chapter 131 (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for Chapter 218 Wetlands (unanimous)
• Approved Sleepy Hollow Country Club special use permit amendment for ADA improvements (unanimous)
• Adjourned St. Theresa's Church/School special use permit hearing to April 20, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $34,621.77 in budget transfers for FY 2020-2021 (unanimous)
• Authorized $22,850 contract with Crafco Inc./Copeland Coating & Sports Surfaces for Chilmark Park court resurfacing (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 2, 2021 (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to review several items including public hearings for wetlands regulations and special use permit amendments. The meeting also includes updates on the Village Hall ADA project, streetscape progress, and the search for a new Village Manager.

• Continuation of Public Hearing: New Chapter 218, Wetlands
• Public Hearing: Sleepy Hollow Country Club – Special Use Permit Amendment
• Public Hearing: St. Theresa’s Church and School – Special Use Permit Amendment
• Chilmark Park Acrylic Color Coating RFP – Pickleball and Baseball Courts
• Village Hall ADA Project update

Planning Board

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board will hold public hearings and review applications for site plan approvals, amendments, special use permits, and other permits. Items include redevelopment projects, a subdivision extension, a wetlands permit, and sign permits. The meeting is conducted remotely via Zoom.

• Site plan approval for Black Diamond Equity LLC at 265 South Highland Avenue and 265 Albany Post Road
• Site plan approval for Landmark Management LLC to demolish and build mixed-use at 55 Woodside Avenue
• Site plan amendment for Sapphire HC Realty LLC to replace façade at 620 Sleepy Hollow Road
• Special use permit recommendation for Sleepy Hollow Country Club at 777 Albany Post Road
• Freshwater wetlands permit for pool, spa, patio at 115 Holly Place

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider a new chapter of the village code regarding wetlands protection. Other agenda items include the appointment of a provisional Police Chief and a roadway rehabilitation bid.

• Continuation of Public Hearing for New Chapter 218, Wetlands
• Appointment of Provisional Police Chief
• Special Use Permit Amendment – St. Theresa’s Church
• Award of Bid – Roadway Rehabilitation – Tuttle Road
• Agreement with Hendrickson Fire Equipment

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is conducting a work session to review five alternative concept plans for the Village Hall parking lot and connections to adjacent properties. The meeting also includes reviews of upcoming public hearings and contract awards.

• Provident Design Engineering presentation on Cross Access Easements for Village Hall parking
• Public hearing review for Chapter 131, Freshwater Wetlands
• Bid award for roadway rehabilitation on Tuttle Road
• Rescue truck purchase contract
• Scheduling of public hearings for Saint Theresa’s Church Special Use Permit Amendment and a Police Reform Town Hall

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Briarcliff Manor Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting on February 1, 2021, to consider application V-1-2021 by Durrani for 35 Holly Place. The application seeks to construct an open wood deck and pool, which was previously denied for not meeting required side and rear yard setbacks and pool distance from property lines. The board will decide whether to grant a variance from these zoning code requirements.

• Application V-1-2021 by Durrani for 35 Holly Place
• Proposed deck and pool at rear of single-family dwelling
• Variance needed for side yard (22 ft proposed vs 30 ft required)
• Variance needed for rear yard (26 ft proposed vs 45 ft required)
• Pool distance from side yard line (37 ft proposed vs 40 ft required)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet via Zoom to review agenda items including a public hearing on freshwater wetlands and a special use permit for Sleepy Hollow Country Club. The session also includes updates on village infrastructure and a search for a new Village Manager.

• Public Hearing on Chapter 131, Freshwater Wetlands
• Sleepy Hollow Country Club Special Use Permit Amendment
• Tax Certiorari regarding Scarborough Station Road
• Law Park Drainage Basin Update at Tuttle Road
• Village Manager search

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is holding a public hearing to amend Chapter 131 and adopt a new Chapter 218 regarding wetlands protection. The proposed law aims to preserve and regulate wetlands and watercourses to prevent destruction and manage flooding.

• Public hearing on proposed local law to rename Chapter 131 to Chapter 218 (Wetlands)
• Resolution to establish a referendum to amend the Fire Department Service Award Program
• Scheduling of a public hearing for a Special Use Permit Amendment for Sleepy Hollow Country Club
• Tax Certiorari regarding Scarborough Station Road
• Fire Department membership item for O’Neill

The Board unanimously approved a resolution to place a referendum on the March 16, 2021 ballot asking voters to increase the annual firefighter service award contribution from $700 to $1,200. The Board also unanimously approved several other items, including scheduling a public hearing for a Sleepy Hollow Country Club special use permit amendment, authorizing a tax certiorari refund of $836.52, approving a new fire department member, and adopting amended rules of procedure. The public hearing on the wetlands law was adjourned to February 2, 2021.

• Approved resolution to hold referendum on increasing firefighter service award to $1,200 (5-0)
• Adjourned wetlands public hearing to February 2, 2021 (5-0)
• Referred Sleepy Hollow Country Club special use permit amendment to Planning Board and scheduled public hearing for February 16, 2021 (5-0)
• Authorized $836.52 tax certiorari refund for Scarborough Station Road property (5-0)
• Approved Declan O'Neill's membership to Scarborough Engine Company (5-0)
• Adopted amended Board rules of procedure (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 5, 2021 (5-0)

Planning Board

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board will hold public hearings and review applications for site plan approvals, amendments, a subdivision, and sign permits. One case, a site plan for redevelopment at 265 South Highland Avenue and 265 Albany Post Road, was adjourned to February 11, 2021. The board will also hear a report from the Village Engineer.

• Public hearing for site plan approval to redevelop two properties at 265 South Highland Avenue and 265 Albany Post Road (adjourned to Feb 11)
• Public hearing for site plan to demolish and construct mixed-use building at 55 Woodside Avenue
• Public hearing for site plan amendment to replace façade at 620 Sleepy Hollow Road
• Review of subdivision application to split lot at 740 and 778 Sleepy Hollow Road
• Review of sign permit applications at 1143 and 1197 Pleasantville Road

The Briarcliff Manor Planning Board held public hearings and voted to advance several applications. It directed counsel to prepare a resolution for the mixed-use building at 55 Woodside Avenue and adjourned its hearing to February 11, 2021. The board also approved a sign permit for Holbrook Cottage, tabled a subdivision and another sign permit, and adjourned other applications to future meetings.

• Adjourned PB-8-2020 site plan for 265 South Highland Ave/265 Albany Post Rd to Feb 11, 2021
• Directed counsel to prepare resolution for PB-17-2020 mixed-use building at 55 Woodside Ave; hearing adjourned to Feb 11, 2021 (unanimous)
• Opened and immediately adjourned PB-16-2020 façade amendment at 620 Sleepy Hollow Rd to Feb 11, 2021 due to noticing issue (unanimous)
• Tabled PB-1-2021 subdivision at 740/778 Sleepy Hollow Rd for further detail
• Waived public hearing and directed counsel to prepare resolution for PB-2-2021 grill room entrance at Sleepy Hollow Country Club (unanimous)
• Approved PB-3-2021 sign permit for Holbrook Cottage at 1143 Pleasantville Rd (unanimous)
• Tabled PB-4-2021 sign permit for Corcoran Legends Realty at 1197 Pleasantville Rd
• Approved minutes of October and November 2020 (unanimous)

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is continuing a public hearing on a proposed local law to amend Chapter 131 regarding Freshwater Wetlands. The proposal aims to regulate development and preserve wetlands and watercourses to protect against flooding and preserve wildlife habitats.

• Public hearing on proposed local law to amend Chapter 131 (Freshwater Wetlands)
• Acknowledgement of Police Chief's retirement

Mayor & Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is holding a work session to review a public hearing regarding Chapter 131, Freshwater Wetlands. The meeting also includes updates on village infrastructure and a search for a Village Manager.

• Public Hearing - Chapter 131, Freshwater Wetlands
• Village Hall ADA Update
• Law Park Drainage Basin Update - Tuttle Road
• Village Manager Search
• Streetscape Update