White Plains public meetings in 2022

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will consider staff recommendations on several traffic and parking requests, including a citywide evaluation of lowering the speed limit to 25 mph. Other items include requests for new handicapped parking spaces, stop signs, and parking restrictions. The commission will also vote on approving previous meeting minutes.

• Citywide request from Mayor Roach to evaluate roads for a 25 mph speed limit, with staff conducting speed studies and roadway measurements
• 11 Fisher Court: staff recommends adding a 3-hour restriction to existing handicapped space rather than a second space, and modifying pavement markings on Fisher Court
• EJ Conroy Drive: staff recommends removing the bus layover area from Hamilton Avenue to the existing bus stop
• Bryant Avenue at Old Mamaroneck Road: multiple requests including left-turn lane, bus stop relocation, commercial vehicle restrictions, bike route changes, traffic signal, school zone signage, and horn restrictions
• Idlewood Road: staff recommends creating a 100-foot 'No Parking Any Time' restriction on the west side from Hartsdale Road

The Commission approved a new 'No Parking Any Time' restriction on Idlewood Road and modified pavement markings on Fisher Court. Requests for an all-way stop at Alexander Avenue and Putnam Avenue, a new handicapped space at One North Lexington Avenue, and an all-way stop at Ridgeway and Pilgrim Road were denied.

• Approved 'No Parking Any Time' restriction on west side of Idlewood Road from Hartsdale Road for 100 feet
• Approved adding a three-hour restriction to existing handicapped space and modifying pavement markings at 11 Fisher Court
• Denied request for all-way stop at Alexander Avenue and Putnam Avenue
• Denied request for handicapped parking space at One North Lexington Avenue
• Denied request for all-way stop at Ridgeway and Pilgrim Road
• Approved one-year Site Plan Approval extension for 1111-1129 Westchester Avenue
• Tabled 25 mph city-wide speed limit evaluation
• Tabled EJ Conroy Drive bus stop and layover review

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board took several actions at its December 20, 2022 meeting, including approving special permit amendments for AT&T facility upgrades at two locations, approving a dish antenna installation, and raising no objection to a one-year extension for New York Presbyterian Hospital's parking structure. The board also scheduled public hearings and work sessions for upcoming items, including a T-Mobile antenna facility and the Farrell Estates subdivision.

• Approved AT&T special permit amendments at 456 North Street and 78 North Broadway (Pace University)
• Approved Dish antenna installation at 125 Lake Street
• No objection to one-year extension for New York Presbyterian Hospital parking structure at 1111-1129 Westchester Avenue
• Scheduled public hearing for T-Mobile antenna facility at 41 Barker Avenue for January 17, 2023
• Scheduled work session for Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision (106-lot subdivision) for January 9, 2023

The Planning Board approved three requests for antenna facility upgrades and a one-year site plan extension for a hospital parking structure. A public hearing for a new T-Mobile antenna was scheduled, and a hearing for a single-family house was adjourned.

• Approved one-year site plan extension for NY Presbyterian Hospital parking structure (4-0)
• Approved AT&T antenna upgrades at 456 North Street (unanimous)
• Approved AT&T antenna upgrades at 78 North Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved Dish Antenna installation at 125 Lake Street (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for T-Mobile antenna at 41 Barker Avenue for Jan 17, 2023 (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing for 66 Liberty Place to Jan 17, 2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted November 15, 2022 meeting minutes

Conservation Board

The White Plains Conservation Board is meeting on December 19, 2022, to receive project status reports on several referrals, including a solar canopy installation at 1133 Westchester Avenue and site plan amendments. No formal actions will be taken on these items. The board will also discuss Comprehensive Plan updates.

• 1133 Westchester Ave: solar parking canopy over 5.6 acres and rooftop panels (status report only)
• 15 Hillside Terrace: site plan amendment for backyard patio (status report only)
• 66 Liberty Place: single-family house construction (status report only)
• 135 and 145 Saxon Woods Road: retaining walls and footbridge over Mamaroneck River (status report only)
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan updates

Historic Preservation Commission

The White Plains Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to continue discussions on three items: 90 Greenridge Ave., Grace Episcopal Church, and the White Plains Greenway. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural with no public hearings or new business.

• 90 Greenridge Ave. – continued discussion
• Grace Episcopal Church – continued discussion
• White Plains Greenway – continued discussion

Capital Projects Board

The Capital Projects Board will meet to review and adopt two multi-year plans: the Rolling Stock Plan and the Capital Improvement Program, both covering fiscal years 2023 through 2029. These plans guide the city's long-term investments in vehicles, equipment, and infrastructure projects.

• Adoption of the Rolling Stock Plan for FY 2023-2029, which schedules replacement and acquisition of city vehicles and equipment
• Adoption of the Capital Improvement Program for FY 2023-2029, outlining major infrastructure and facility projects

Capital Projects Board

The Capital Projects Board will consider amending the FY 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Program to increase funding for the Rolling Stock Acquisition Heavy Duty Vehicles and Equipment project from $3,830,000 to $4,205,000. The board will also review 2023-2029 capital requests from six departments and two funds.

• Amendment to increase Rolling Stock Acquisition Heavy Duty Vehicles and Equipment FY23 by $375,000
• Review of 2023-2029 Capital Improvement Program requests from IT, Parking, Public Safety, Recreation and Parks, Public Works, Sewer Rent Fund, and Water Fund

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board will review 12 applications at its December 12, 2022 meeting. These include resubmitted proposals for a new awning and storefront paint at Sweet Temptations, alterations for two new restaurants at Patsy's Pizzeria, a four-story building at 37 Lake Street, and new sign applications for several businesses. The board will also consider a new application for a four-story, seven-unit multi-family dwelling at 37 Lake Street requiring an area variance, and an extension of site plan approval for a proposed three-level parking structure at New York Presbyterian Hospital.

• Sweet Temptations: awning and storefront paint at 181 Martine Ave (resubmitted)
• Patsy's Pizzeria: alterations to create two new restaurants at 191 Mamaroneck Ave (resubmitted)
• 37 Lake LLC: four-story building at 37 Lake Street (resubmitted)
• 37 Lake Street Suites: four-story, seven-unit dwelling requiring area variance (new)
• NY Presbyterian Hospital: extension of site plan approval for three-level parking structure at 1111-1129 Westchester Ave (new)

Agenda

The Common Council is holding a special meeting with a single agenda item: a presentation of a petition by Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center to amend the zoning ordinance for properties at 303, 305, 311, and 315-317 North Street. No decision is scheduled; the item is listed only as a presentation.

• Petition by Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center for zoning ordinance amendments
• Properties affected: 303, 305, 311, 315-317 North Street

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning will hold a public hearing on four variance applications. These include a proposed 7-unit multi-family dwelling at 37 Lake Street, a two-story addition at 12 School Street, a deck replacement at 47 Etherlridge Road, and a front yard canopy at 7 McBride Avenue. The board will decide whether to grant the requested area variances.

• Z-2022-24: 37 Lake LLC seeks variance for 7-unit dwelling at 37 Lake Street (needs 87 sq ft less lot area per unit than required)
• Z-2022-21: Javier Puentes seeks variances for two-story side yard addition at 12 School Street (requires 1.5 ft, 4.0 ft, and 10.5 ft setbacks)
• Z-2022-22: Elizabeth Oliveri seeks variance for rear deck replacement at 47 Etherlridge Road (needs 9.32 ft combined side yard setback variance)
• Z-2022-23: Anthony & Emily Smith seek variance for front yard canopy at 7 McBride Avenue (needs 2 ft 8 in front setback variance)

The Board of Appeals granted one area variance for a residential addition. Three other applications for a deck, canopy, and multi-family dwelling were scheduled for future hearings.

• Granted area variances for a two-story side yard addition and porch extension at 12 School Street
• Scheduled hearing for deck replacement at 47 Etherlridge Road for 1/04/2023
• Scheduled hearing for front yard entrance canopy at 7 McBride Avenue for 1/04/2023
• Scheduled hearing for seven-unit multi-family dwelling at 37 Lake Street for 1/04/2023

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a special permit and site plan amendment for Voda Solar Resources LLC to install solar parking canopies at 1133 Westchester Avenue. The council will also consider several ordinances, including accepting a $100,000 state grant for a Battle Hill meadow, a geothermal assessment agreement, and a drone ban during New Year's Eve. Other items include contracts for parking violations services, special counsel, and various donations.

• Public hearing and resolution on Voda Solar Resources LLC solar parking canopies at 1133 Westchester Avenue (229,450 sq ft, ~4,117.94 kW DC)
• Ordinance to accept $100,000 DASNY grant for Battle Hill meadow along Route 119
• Ordinance authorizing geothermal assessment agreement with New York Power Authority
• Ordinance prohibiting drones during New Year's Eve Spectacular (Dec 31, 2022 – Jan 1, 2023)
• Resolution of no objection to tax exemptions for 70 Westchester Avenue project (175 residential units, 15,100 sq ft commercial)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a special permit and site plan amendment for a solar project at 1133 Westchester Avenue. The council will also consider a resolution of no objection to tax exemptions for a 175-unit residential and commercial project at 70 Westchester Avenue, along with several ordinances authorizing grants, contracts, and donations.

• Public hearing and resolutions for Voda Solar Resources LLC special permit and site plan amendment at 1133 Westchester Avenue
• Resolution of No Objection to Westchester County IDA tax exemptions for Saber-North White Plains LLC project at 70 Westchester Avenue (175 residential units, 15,100 sq ft commercial)
• Ordinance to accept $100,000 DASNY grant for Battle Hill meadow along Route 119
• Ordinance authorizing agreement with New York Power Authority for geothermal assessment
• Ordinance authorizing $7,500 donation from Fenway Charitable Foundation and $20,000 donation from Westchester County IDA for New Year's Eve Spectacular

Common Council

The Common Council is reviewing an application to amend the master plan and site plan for the 70-acre property at 1133 Westchester Avenue, which includes an existing 529,000-square-foot office complex and residential development. The applicant, Voda Solar Resources, LLC, seeks approval to install solar parking canopies over existing surface parking lots and rooftop solar panels on the office building. The proposal requires a special permit because the solar canopy system's generating capacity exceeds 1,000 kilowatts. The Planning Department recommends approval, finding the project consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and zoning requirements.

• Solar parking canopies totaling 229,450 square feet across three parking areas
• Proposed generating capacity of approximately 4,117.94 kW DC and 3,375 kW AC
• Special permit required for solar canopy system over 1,000 kW
• Rooftop solar panels on existing office building subject to Building Commissioner approval
• No new impervious surfaces; canopies installed over existing parking lots

Agenda

The Common Council is holding a special meeting with presentations from city departments. The Recreation and Parks Commissioner will introduce the new deputy commissioner and discuss upcoming events. Planning and climate staff will update the council on the NYSERDA Clean Energy Communities and Climate Smart Community programs. The Parking Commissioner will present an update on the Parking Department.

• Introduction of Deputy Recreation and Parks Commissioner Beth Bricker
• Update on NYSERDA Clean Energy Communities program
• Update on Climate Smart Community Program
• Parking Department update by Commissioner Kevin Livingston

The provided document is a call for a Special Meeting to hear presentations from the Recreation and Parks, Planning and Climate Smart, and Parking departments. No decisions were recorded in this document.

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is reviewing several new applications for signage, awnings, and building alterations, including a new 4-story building at 37 Lake Street and a remodel at 300 Central Ave. The board will also consider a second amendment to a site plan for the property at 200 Hamilton Ave and a one-year extension for a mixed-use project at 70 Westchester Ave.

• New wall signs: Pokemoto (240 Main St), Optimum (36 Mamaroneck Ave), Aethics (173 E Post Rd)
• Awning and storefront paint: Sweet Temptations Expresso & Dessert Bar (181 Martine Ave)
• Alterations for two new restaurants: Patsy's Pizzeria (191 Mamaroneck Ave)
• New 4-story building: 37 Lake LLC (37 Lake Street)
• Site plan amendment: W.P Mall Realty, LLC et al. (200 Hamilton Ave)

The Design Review Board approved wall sign installations for three businesses and a facade remodel for Pepe Auto Group. Several other applications for building construction and restaurant alterations were reviewed and require additional samples or documentation.

• Approved wall sign for Pokemoto at 240 Main Street
• Approved wall sign for Optimum at 36 Mamaroneck Ave
• Approved wall sign for Aethics at 173 E Post Rd
• Approved awning for Sweet Temptations Expresso & Dessert Bar at 181 Martine Ave
• Approved exterior facade remodel for Pepe Auto Group at 300 Central Ave
• Recommended approval for Site Plan amendment at 200 Hamilton Ave
• Requested more facade treatment samples for Patsy’s Pizzeria at 191 Mamaroneck Ave
• Requested fence and siding samples for 4 story building at 37 Lake Street

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will review referrals from the Common Council and Planning Board, including a solar parking canopy installation at 1133 Westchester Avenue and several site plan amendments. It will also discuss Comprehensive Plan updates. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and status reports on previously reviewed projects.

• 1133 Westchester Ave: solar parking canopy over 5.6 acres and roof panels
• 15 Hillside Terrace: site plan amendment for backyard patio
• 66 Liberty Place: new single-family house construction
• Farrell Estates at Ridgeway: 106-lot subdivision
• Comprehensive Plan discussion on sustainability and climate change

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will consider a citywide 25 mph speed limit evaluation requested by the Mayor, along with requests for crosswalks, stop signs, and handicapped parking. Staff have prepared a list of streets for speed studies and recommend holding several items for further review. The meeting also includes two Common Council referrals for site plan extensions at 70 Westchester Avenue and 200 Hamilton Avenue.

• Citywide request to evaluate roads for a 25 mph speed limit
• Request for crosswalk or stop signs at North Kensico Avenue and Oak Avenue
• Request for additional handicapped parking space at 11 Fisher Court
• Request to review bus stops on EJ Conroy Drive due to bus damage
• Request for all-way stop at Alexander Avenue and Putnam Avenue

The Commission recommended approval for site plan extensions at 70 Westchester Avenue and phasing amendments at 200 Hamilton Avenue. It also approved staff recommendations regarding signage at North Kensico Avenue and a review of bus layover areas on EJ Conroy Drive.

• Approved minutes of October 19, 2022 meeting
• Recommended approval to add warning signs and repaint crosswalk at North Kensico Avenue and George Avenue
• Recommended meeting with DOT to determine needs before changing bus layover areas on EJ Conroy Drive
• Approved holding request for all-way stop at Alexander Avenue and Putnam Avenue to measure sight lines
• Recommended approval of site plan and special permit extension for 70 Westchester Avenue
• Recommended approval of second amendment to site plan for 200 Hamilton Avenue
• Placed 25 mph city-wide speed limit evaluation on hold
• Held request for additional handicapped parking at 11 Fisher Court

White Plains Urban Renewal Agency

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution approving the omnibus termination of an agreement related to the premises formerly known as 200 Hamilton Avenue, now known as Unit 1 and Unit 2 of the Hamilton Green Condominium at 200 and 250 Hamilton Avenue. The agenda also includes routine items: roll call, approval of minutes from the August 10, 2022 meeting, other business, and adjournment.

• Resolution approving omnibus termination for Hamilton Green Condominium units at 200 and 250 Hamilton Avenue
• Approval of minutes from August 10, 2022 meeting

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency approved an omnibus termination agreement for the premises previously known as the White Plains Mall. This action removes restrictions and covenants to facilitate the development of a mixed-use project called Hamilton Green.

• Approved August 10, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 07-2022 authorizing the Chairman to execute an omnibus termination agreement for 200 and 250 Hamilton Avenue (3-0)

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board took action on multiple applications, approving several site plan amendments and special permit requests, while adjourning others for further review. The board also scheduled a work session to discuss the Farrell Estates at Ridgeway subdivision.

• Approved site plan amendment for patio at 15 Hillside Terrace
• Approved AT&T Wireless special permit amendment at 101 Old Mamaroneck Road
• Approved Verizon Wireless special permit amendment at 185 Maple Avenue
• Recommended approval of one-year extension for Saber-North White Plains mixed-use project at 70 Westchester Avenue
• Adjourned Farrell Estates at Ridgeway subdivision (106-lot) with work session scheduled

The Board approved site plan amendments for a residential patio and two cellular antenna replacements. It also sent no-objection letters to the Common Council regarding a project extension at 70 Westchester Avenue and phasing changes for Hamilton Green.

• Approved site plan amendment for patio at 15 Hillside Terrace (unanimous)
• Approved cellular antenna replacement for AT&T Wireless at 101 Old Mamaroneck Road (unanimous)
• Approved cellular equipment replacement for Verizon Wireless at 185 Maple Avenue (unanimous)
• Sent no-objection letter to Common Council for one-year extension at 70 Westchester Avenue (6-0)
• Sent no-objection letter to Common Council for site plan and phasing amendments at 200 Hamilton Avenue (6-0)
• Adjourned 66 Liberty Place single-family house application to December 20, 2022
• Adjourned 138 Rosedale Avenue patio amendment to December 20, 2022

Agenda

The Common Council is considering an amended site plan and special permit for the Adora Row mixed-use development at 80 Westchester Avenue, proposed by Toll Brothers. The amendment raises the basement floor by two feet due to a higher water table, increasing total gross floor area by 15,100 square feet while keeping the same 276 residential units. The Planning Department recommends approval, noting the changes are de minimis and do not affect prior special permit analyses.

• Amended site plan for Adora Row (f/k/a The Collection) at 80 Westchester Avenue: 276 units, 20,549 sq ft commercial, 753 parking spaces
• Total gross floor area increases from 318,775 to 333,875 sq ft; commercial space decreases by 4,669 sq ft, residential increases by 19,769 sq ft
• Affordable unit mix changes: 1-bedroom decreases from 10 to 9, 2-bedroom increases from 5 to 6 (total 17 affordable units)
• Parking plan revised: 753 spaces provided, 275 dedicated for municipal use, 85 shared spaces to meet zoning requirements
• Mayor appoints Lauren N. Morris, Vennela Yadhati, and reappoints Sarina Russell to the Planning Board

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding public hearings and voting on several land-use applications, including amendments to site plans and special permits for mixed-use projects, outdoor dining, and accessory cabarets. The council also adopts ordinances accepting federal and state grants, authorizing street closures for New Year's Eve, and approving agreements with the Knicks and Rangers for youth programs.

• Approved amended site plan and special permit for Toll Brothers' Adora Row project at 80 Westchester Avenue.
• Approved special permits for accessory cabarets at 208, 152, and 154 Mamaroneck Avenue.
• Adopted ordinance for Gardella Pool/Park Design capital project (C5608).
• Accepted $75,000 DHS grant for tactical team capabilities and $42,940 for special event security.
• Approved second extension of site plan for 1 Water Street, with $347,265 fee-in-lieu for recreation.

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning will hold a public hearing on November 2, 2022, to consider five applications for area variances from the city's zoning ordinance. The applications include residential additions, a terrace expansion, and a mixed-use development. One application (Z-2022-21) is listed under 'New Applications No Appearance,' meaning the applicant may not appear, but the board will still consider it.

• Z-2022-12: Terrace expansion at 138 Rosedale Avenue, variance to reduce rear yard setback from 15' to 5'.
• Z-2022-18: Second-story addition at 186 Hartsdale Avenue, variance for rear yard setback (8.43' variance).
• Z-2022-19: Addition and deck extension at 22 Lambert Road, variance for side yard setback (8.34' variance).
• Z-2022-20: Mixed-use development at 80-106 Westchester Avenue, variance for special building setback (10' variance).
• Z-2022-21: Addition at 12 School Street, variances for side yard setbacks (1.5', 4.0', and 10.5' variances).

The Board of Appeals granted four area variance requests for terrace expansions, home additions, and a mixed-use development. One application for a side yard addition was scheduled for a future hearing. All granted variances related to setbacks from property lines.

• Granted variance for terrace expansion at 138 Rosedale Avenue
• Granted variance for second story addition at 186 Hartsdale Avenue
• Granted variance for addition and deck extension at 22 Lambert Road
• Granted 10-foot special building setback variance for 80-106 Westchester Avenue
• Scheduled hearing for 12/07/2022 regarding addition at 12 School Street

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the Gardella Pool/Park Design Capital Project, hear a presentation on an amended site plan application for 200 Hamilton Avenue, and receive a presentation from the Police Outreach Team. The agenda includes a proposed $150,000 capital project for design services for the pool and park reconstruction.

• Discussion of Gardella Pool/Park Design Capital Project ($150,000)
• Presentation on amended site plan application for 200 Hamilton Avenue
• Presentation from Police Outreach Team
• Legislation to establish Capital Project No. C5608 for Gardella Pool/Park Design

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is reviewing several applications for new signs, exterior renovations, and special permits. These include requests for outdoor dining, cabaret uses at three establishments, and construction of a four-story building. The board will also consider alterations to create two new restaurants.

• Special permit for outdoor dining at Medi Bistro, 50 Main Street
• Special permits for cabaret use at Lazy Boy Saloon, Whiskey Creek, and Sundance Kitchen & Cantina
• Exterior renovations at City Fresh Market, 68 W Post Rd
• Construction of a 4-story building at 37 Lake Street
• Alterations to create two restaurants at 191 Mamaroneck Ave

The Design Review Board approved applications for signage and exterior renovations at three locations. The board recommended approval for outdoor dining at 50 Main Street and offered no comment on three cabaret use permits. Two applications were adjourned at the applicant's request.

• Approved sign and awning reface for The CBD Store at 365 Mamaroneck Ave
• Recommended approval for outdoor dining at Medi Bistro (50 Main Street)
• Approved exterior renovations for City Fresh Market at 68 W Post Rd
• No comment on cabaret use permit for Lazy Boy Saloon (154 Mamaroneck Ave)
• No comment on cabaret use permit for Whiskey Creek (152 Mamaroneck Ave)
• No comment on cabaret use permit for Sundance Kitchen & Cantina (208 Mamaroneck Ave)
• Approved wall sign installation for Westchester Auto Spa HQ (15 Independence Street)
• Adjourned reviews for 191 Mamaroneck Ave and 37 Lake Street

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board is holding a special meeting to review four Common Council referrals. Three are special permit applications for accessory cabaret use at bars on Mamaroneck Avenue, and one is a special permit for outdoor dining on Main Street. The board is discussing these applications and will provide its recommendations.

• Special permit for accessory cabaret at Lazy Boy Saloon, 154 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Special permit for accessory cabaret at Sundance Kitchen and Cantina, 208 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Special permit for accessory cabaret at Whiskey Creek, 152 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Special permit for outdoor dining at Medi Bistro, 50 Main Street

The Planning Board voted unanimously to send letters of no objection or recommendation for approval to the Common Council regarding three accessory cabarets and one outdoor dining permit. The Board also determined it will hold monthly work sessions to review the Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision application.

• Recommended approval of Accessory Cabaret Special Permit for Lazy Boy Saloon (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Accessory Cabaret Special Permit for Sundance Kitchen and Cantina (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Accessory Cabaret Special Permit for Whiskey Creek (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Outdoor Dining Special Permit for Medi Bistro (5-0)
• Determined to hold monthly work sessions for Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision review

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The White Plains Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss department updates, including new hires, a capital project for the Gillie Basketball Court, and upcoming events. They will also review summer programs and address the closure of the registration office on Saturdays from Thanksgiving to New Year.

• Capital Project – Gillie Basketball Court
• Recreation Leader Position Open
• Registration Office Closure on Saturdays (Thanksgiving-New Year)
• Halloween Events 2022
• New Year’s Eve

The Recreation Advisory Committee heard reports on increased participation in fall programs, summer camp, and senior activities. They discussed plans for Halloween events, a New Year's Eve ball drop, and the closure of the registration office on Saturdays during the holiday season. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was primarily informational and discussion-based.

• Approved closure of registration office on Saturdays from Nov 26–Dec 31 (unanimous consensus)
• Discussed plans for Halloween events: Storywalk, movie, pumpkin patch, dog costume party, trunk-or-treat
• Discussed New Year's Eve ball drop with fireworks, sponsored by Westchester County IDA
• Noted hiring of Deputy Commissioner Beth Bricker (starts Nov 14) and Recreation Supervisor Vincent Celetti
• Noted promotion of Darren Valdes to Recreation Administrator
• Noted resignation of Melissa Trail; position posted
• Discussed capital project: repaving Gillie Basketball Court with new baskets and retaining wall
• Discussed format change for Fall Youth Soccer (3 games simultaneously) with increased participation

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will continue discussions on historic preservation elements of the Comprehensive Plan, properties at 90 & 94 Greenridge Ave. and 108 North Broadway, the Greenway portion north of Gedney Way, and Grace Episcopal Church. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Comprehensive Plan – Historic Preservation Elements – continued discussion
• 90 & 94 Greenridge Ave., 108 North Broadway – continued discussion
• Greenway portion north of Gedney Way
• Grace Episcopal Church

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss a request from Mayor Roach to evaluate lowering the speed limit to 25 mph on city roadways. Staff recommended developing criteria to select which roads qualify and conducting speed studies on higher-volume roads before implementation. The item was held from the previous meeting.

• Citywide 25 mph speed limit evaluation requested by Mayor Roach
• North Kensico Avenue at Oak Avenue — crosswalk or stop sign request denied; staff said pedestrian activity does not justify it
• 11 Fisher Court — request for additional handicapped parking space held for further parking demand review
• 1 Water Street — one-year extension to Site Plan Approval; staff has no objections
• 1133 Westchester Avenue — solar parking canopy system seeking Amended Master Plan, Special Permit, and Amended Site Plan Approval; staff has no objections

The Commission approved staff recommendations to improve signage and consider relocating the George Street crosswalk near North Kensico Avenue, following a resident's request for a crosswalk or stop signs at Oak Avenue. A request for an additional handicapped parking space at 11 Fisher Court was held for further review. Two Common Council referrals were approved: a one-year extension for site plan approval at 1 Water Street and amended master/site plan approval for solar parking canopy systems at 1133 Westchester Avenue.

• Approved staff recommendation to improve signage and relocate George Street crosswalk on North Kensico Avenue (motion carried)
• Held request for additional handicapped parking space at 11 Fisher Court for further review
• Recommended approval of one-year site plan extension at 1 Water Street (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of amended master and site plans for solar parking canopy at 1133 Westchester Avenue (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2022 meeting (motion carried)

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board took several actions at its October 18, 2022 meeting, including approving a special permit amendment for T-Mobile antenna replacements at 333 Hall Avenue, and expressing no objection to a solar installation at 1133 Westchester Avenue and a one-year extension for 1 Water Street. The board also adopted a resolution to act as lead agency for environmental review of the Farrell Estates at Ridgeway subdivision. Several other site plan amendments were adjourned to the next meeting.

• Approved T-Mobile Northeast LLC special permit amendment for replacement antennas at 333 Hall Avenue
• No objection to solar installation site plan amendment at 1133 Westchester Avenue
• No objection to one-year extension of site plan approval for 1 Water Street
• Adopted resolution to act as lead agency for environmental review of Farrell Estates at Ridgeway subdivision (106-lot subdivision)
• Adjourned site plan amendments for 15 Hillside Terrace, 135 Saxon Woods Road, 145 Saxon Woods Road, 138 Rosedale Avenue, and 66 Liberty Place

The White Plains Planning Board approved several items: a one-year site plan extension for the 22-story mixed-use development at 1 Water Street, a special permit amendment for T-Mobile antenna replacements at 333 Hall Avenue, and a site plan amendment for a solar installation at 1133 Westchester Avenue. A public hearing for a patio at 15 Hillside Terrace was adjourned to November. The Board also voted to act as lead agency for SEQR review of the Farrell Estates at Ridgeway subdivision, which remains under discussion.

• Approved no-objection letter for 1 Water Street one-year site plan extension (6-0)
• Approved T-Mobile special permit amendment for antenna replacements at 333 Hall Avenue (6-0)
• Approved recommendation for solar installation site plan amendment at 1133 Westchester Avenue (6-0)
• Adjourned public hearing for 15 Hillside Terrace patio to November 2022 (unanimous)
• Voted to act as lead agency for SEQR review of Farrell Estates at Ridgeway subdivision (4-2)

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will review a referral from the Common Council for a solar parking canopy and rooftop solar installation at 1133 Westchester Avenue. Several other projects are listed as status reports only, with no formal action. The board will also discuss Comprehensive Plan updates.

• 1133 Westchester Ave: solar parking canopy over 5.6 acres and rooftop panels (Voda Solar Resources LLC)
• 126 Woodcrest Ave: new single-family house on steep slopes (status report only)
• 15 Gilbert Place: deck replacement and expansion on steep slopes (status report only)
• 135 Saxon Woods Rd: legalize walls, driveway alterations, patio, bridge over Mamaroneck River (status report only)
• 145 Saxon Woods Rd: retaining wall reconstruction and new footbridge (status report only)

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review seven applications, including resubmissions for signage and exterior renovations, and new requests for awnings, brick color, window design, a solar installation, and a one-year extension for a residential development site plan. The board will decide on these design-related matters.

• Camila Nail: new letters on existing rail system at 274 Main Street (resubmitted)
• City Fresh Market: exterior renovations at 68 W Post Rd (resubmitted)
• Voda Solar Resource, LLC: solar system installation at 1133 Westchester Ave
• 1 Water Street, LLC: one-year extension to Site Plan approval for residential development at 1 Water Street
• Little Deli: recover existing awning at 176 Ferris Ave

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning will hear nine applications for area variances, mostly for residential additions, decks, and one subdivision. Two applications (Z-2022-7 and Z-2022-15) have been withdrawn. One application (Z-2022-18) is listed as a new application with no appearance, meaning the applicant did not show up.

• Z-2022-12: Terrace extension at 138 Rosedale Ave. needs variance to build 5 ft from rear property line (required 15 ft).
• Z-2022-13: Second-story addition and front porch at 42 Winslow Rd. requires 7.1 ft side yard variance.
• Z-2022-14: Second-story rear addition at 247 Old Mamaroneck Ave. needs 3.31 ft combined side yard variance.
• Z-2022-16: Rear addition and deck renovation at 19 Burling Ave. requires multiple side yard variances up to 9 ft.
• Z-2022-20: Mixed-use development at 80-106 Westchester Ave. needs 10 ft variance to special building setback.

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning met on October 5, 2022, and acted on seven applications. Four area variances were granted (Z-2022-13, Z-2022-14, Z-2022-16, Z-2022-17), two were withdrawn without prejudice (Z-2022-7, Z-2022-15), one was adjourned (Z-2022-12), and three new applications were scheduled for hearing on November 2, 2022 (Z-2022-18, Z-2022-19, Z-2022-20). No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Granted variance for second-story addition at 42 Winslow Road (Z-2022-13)
• Granted variance for rear-yard addition at 247 Old Mamaroneck Road (Z-2022-14)
• Granted variances for rear-yard addition and deck at 19 Burling Avenue (Z-2022-16)
• Granted variances for deck construction at 12 Richbell Road (Z-2022-17)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: application for addition at 85 Pleasant Avenue (Z-2022-7)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: subdivision application at 33 Sunset Drive (Z-2022-15)
• Adjourned: terrace expansion at 138 Rosedale Avenue (Z-2022-12)
• Scheduled for November 2 hearing: three new applications (Z-2022-18, Z-2022-19, Z-2022-20)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings, including two that are being adjourned to November 7. The council will consider first-reading ordinances on collective bargaining agreements with two unions, a bond for park improvements, and various contracts and donations. It will also vote on a resolution of no objection to tax exemptions for the Hamilton Green development.

• Adjourn public hearings for Toll Brothers' Adora Row site plan amendment and Voda Solar's 1133 Westchester Ave amendment to Nov. 7
• Ratify collective bargaining agreements with CSEA Local 1000 and Local 456, I.B.T.
• Bond ordinance for $91,000 for Gillie Park Improvements FY23
• Resolution of no objection to tax exemptions for Hamilton Green (860 residential units at 220 Hamilton Ave, 20 Barker Ave, 240 Hamilton Ave, 7 Cottage Pl)
• Authorize $5,000 donation from Nicholas Loeb for emergency entry equipment

Agenda

The Common Council is considering a resolution to update the fixed assessment schedule for the PILOT agreement for the mixed-use development at 200 Hamilton Avenue. The update reflects the delayed construction start and divides the original assessments between two new parcels created by a condominium filing. The resolution also transfers the original applicant's obligations to two new developers, Hamilton Green I Partners LLC and S-WD/WP LLC.

• Resolution supersedes 2019 WCIDA approval for 860 residential units, 85,400 sq ft retail, 27,000 sq ft office at 200 Hamilton Ave
• Divides PILOT fixed assessments between two parcels: 220 Hamilton Ave/20 Barker Ave and 240 Hamilton Ave/7 Cottage Place
• New developers assume obligations for Phase I and Phase II respectively
• Updated schedule reflects construction start delayed from 2020 to current timeline

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will continue discussions regarding the Comprehensive Plan's historic preservation elements. The meeting also includes discussion of 90 & 94 Greenridge Ave., 108 North Broadway, and a portion of the Greenway north of Gedney Way.

• Comprehensive Plan – Historic Preservation Elements continued discussion
• 90 & 94 Greenridge Ave. and 108 North Broadway continued discussion
• Greenway portion north of Gedney Way

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the Gillie Park capital project and to enter executive session for litigation and collective negotiations. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Serious Fun Arts Fest sponsored by ArtsWestchester.

• Discussion of Gillie Park Capital Project
• Executive session for Delsery Grosso v. The City of White Plains et.al.
• Executive session for collective negotiations under Article 14 of the Civil Service Law
• Presentation on Serious Fun Arts Fest by ArtsWestchester

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission is evaluating several resident requests regarding parking restrictions, stop sign installations, and pedestrian safety. The body is also discussing a city-wide evaluation of 25 mph speed limits requested by Mayor Roach.

• Proposed increase of meter time limits from 15 minutes to one hour at 5 Renaissance Square
• Staff recommendation to install stop signs at Plymouth Place and Salem Place at Albemarie Road
• Review of a request for a new crosswalk at 20 Old Mamaroneck Avenue
• Discussion on establishing criteria for city-wide 25 mph speed limits
• Request to remove one-hour parking restrictions on Intervale Street near Fisher Avenue

The Transportation Commission approved several staff recommendations, including increasing time limits for parking meters at Five Renaissance Square, denying a new crosswalk at 20 Old Mamaroneck Road, and installing stop signs on Plymouth Place and Salem Place. A citywide 25 mph speed limit review and a shuttle stop relocation were held for further study.

• Approved increasing 15-minute parking meters to one-hour meters at Five Renaissance Square.
• Approved staff recommendation to deny a new crosswalk at 20 Old Mamaroneck Road.
• Held item on citywide 25 mph speed limit review pending criteria development.
• Approved staff recommendation to not change parking restrictions on Intervale Street.
• Approved installing stop signs on Plymouth Place and Salem Place at Albemarle Road.
• Approved temporary relocation of the shuttle stop from Ferris Street to the TransCenter Garage drop-off lane.

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review six applications for exterior changes to local businesses, including new signs, color changes, and renovations. The items are at various stages, with one resubmitted and five new applications. The board will decide on these design proposals.

• Resubmitted application for wall sign at The Pamplemousse Project, 124 Mamaroneck Ave
• Color change to window frames at Empire South Broadway, LLC, 7-11 South Broadway
• New letters on existing rail system at Camila Nail, 274 Main Street
• Exterior renovations at City Fresh Market, 68 W Post Rd
• Awning recovery at Century 21 Elite Realty, 255 Mamaroneck Ave

The Design Review Board approved the Pamplemousse Project's resubmitted wall sign application at 124 Mamaroneck Ave, with conditions including no exposed wires and matching paint for protruding rail parts. The board also approved a color change for window frames at 7-11 South Broadway, an awning recovery at 255 Mamaroneck Ave, and a wall sign at 55 Church Street. Two applications were not reviewed because the applicants were absent.

• Approved 22-70 Pamplemousse wall sign with conditions (no exposed wires, paint protruding rails, separate electrical permit).
• Approved 22-84 Empire South Broadway color change to window frames as submitted.
• Approved 22-88 Century 21 Elite Realty awning recovery without tag line.
• Approved 22-89 J-Joe Kosher Pizza wall sign as submitted.
• Did not review 22-85 Camila Nail sign letters (applicant absent).
• Did not review 22-87 City Fresh Market exterior renovations (applicant absent).

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board took action on multiple applications at its September 20, 2022 meeting. It approved a two-lot subdivision at 73 Sterling Avenue, extensions for subdivisions at 106 Old Mamaroneck Road and 221-227 West Street, and antenna replacements for AT&T and Verizon. It also had no objection to a mixed-use project with 276 apartments at 80 Westchester Avenue. Several items were adjourned to the next meeting on October 18, 2022.

• Approved two-lot subdivision at 73 Sterling Avenue
• Approved one-year extension for two-lot subdivision at 106 Old Mamaroneck Road
• Approved one-year extension for three-lot site plan at 221-227 West Street
• No objection to mixed-use project with 276 apartments at 80 Westchester Avenue
• Adjourned site plan amendments at 135 and 145 Saxon Woods Road, 138 Rosedale Avenue, and 33 Sunset

The Planning Board approved several items including a site plan amendment for Adora Row (276 apartments, 17 affordable units) at 80 Westchester Avenue, sending a letter of no objection to the Common Council. The board also approved a one-year extension for a two-lot subdivision at 106 Old Mamaroneck Road, a one-year extension for three lots at 221-227 West Street, and special permit amendments for antenna replacements at 125 Westchester Avenue (AT&T) and 125 Lake Street (Verizon Wireless). A public hearing for a two-lot subdivision at 73 Sterling Avenue was closed and approved, while a hearing for a single-family home at 66 Liberty Place was adjourned to the next meeting.

• Approved Adora Row site plan and special permit amendment, no objection to Common Council (5-0)
• Approved one-year extension of two-lot subdivision at 106 Old Mamaroneck Road (unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension of site plan for three lots at 221-227 West Street (unanimous)
• Approved AT&T special permit amendment to replace antennas at 125 Westchester Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Verizon Wireless special permit amendment to replace antennas at 125 Lake Street (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing and approved two-lot subdivision at 73 Sterling Avenue (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing for single-family home at 66 Liberty Place to next meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for site plan amendment at 15 Hillside Terrace (unanimous)

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for September 19, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2022. This agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for September 19, 2022
• Next regular meeting scheduled for October 17, 2022

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review six applications, including two resubmissions for a wall sign and a solar system, and four new requests for exterior changes. The board will decide on these design proposals.

• 22-70: Pamplemousse Project wall sign at 124 Mamaroneck Ave (resubmitted)
• 22-80: Soh Residence 17.01 kW roof-mounted solar system at 5 Paddock Rd (resubmitted)
• 22-84: Empire South Broadway, LLC color change to window frames at 7-11 South Broadway
• 22-85: Camila Salon new letters on existing rail system at 274 Main Street
• 22-86: Huh Residence additional 13 solar panels at 18 Baylor Circle

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning met on September 7, 2022, and acted on several variance applications. One application (Z-2022-11) for a sunroom addition at 32 Trenton Avenue was granted, while two others (Z-2022-7 and Z-2022-12) were adjourned. Six new applications were scheduled for hearing on October 5, 2022, with no appearance at this meeting.

• Granted area variances for sunroom addition at 32 Trenton Avenue (Z-2022-11)
• Adjourned application for addition at 85 Pleasant Avenue (Z-2022-7)
• Adjourned application for terrace expansion at 138 Rosedale Avenue (Z-2022-12)
• Scheduled six new applications for hearing on October 5, 2022 (Z-2022-13 through Z-2022-17)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will consider approving a fee-in-lieu of parkland for a proposed 21-unit residential conversion at 37 DeKalb Avenue. The $62,500 fee would be paid in two installments and used for park and recreation purposes. The agenda also includes extending special permit and site plan approvals for the project, with detailed conditions on affordable housing, infrastructure improvements, and construction management.

• Fee-in-lieu of parkland: $62,500 for 21 units at 37 DeKalb Avenue, paid in two $31,250 installments
• Two affordable units required (8% of project) for families at 60% of county median income
• Water main replacement: 170 linear feet of 8-inch ductile iron pipe on DeKalb Avenue
• Sanitary sewer lining: 5 manholes and 500 linear feet of sewer mains in Mamaroneck Valley Sewer District
• Stormwater improvements: new drain manhole, catch basin upgrades, and ADA-compliant ramps

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is deciding whether to approve a fee-in-lieu of parkland for a proposed 21-unit residential conversion at 37 DeKalb Avenue. The fee totals $62,500, paid in two installments, and is tied to conditions including two affordable units and infrastructure upgrades. The meeting also includes a request to extend special permit and site plan approvals for the project.

• Fee-in-lieu of parkland: $62,500 ($2,500/studio, $3,000/1-bed, $3,500/2-bed+) for 21 units at 37 DeKalb Ave
• Two affordable units required (8% of project) for families at 60% of county median income
• Water main replacement: 170 LF of 8-inch ductile iron pipe on DeKalb Ave
• Sanitary sewer lining: 5 manholes and 500 LF of sewer mains in Mamaroneck Valley Sewer District
• Extension of special permit and site plan approvals (previously granted 2019, 2020, 2021)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings and votes on several items, including a local law on community choice aggregation for energy, special permits for outdoor dining at three restaurants, and extensions for two mixed-use development projects. The council will also vote on ordinances accepting state grants for traffic safety, a $200,000 grant to El Centro Hispano, and various capital projects and agreements.

• Public hearing and adoption of Local Law amending Chapter 3-7 on Community Choice Aggregation (Energy) Program
• Special permits for outdoor dining at Archie Grand (166B Mamaroneck Ave), Sundance Kitchen and Cantina (208 Mamaroneck Ave), and accessory cabaret at Cantina Taqueria (166A Mamaroneck Ave)
• Adjournment of public hearing for site plan amendment at 80 Westchester Avenue (Adora Row) to October 3, 2022
• One-year extension of site plan approval for NW Plains Venture LLC at Haarlem and Holland Avenues
• Grants accepted: $35,360 for traffic safety, $15,500 for pedestrian safety, $3,050 for child passenger safety, $10,000 from Warner Music Group for R.E.A.L. Girls Academy

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board will review 15 applications, mostly for new wall signs, solar installations, and site plan extensions. The board is deciding whether to approve these design changes at its August 29, 2022 meeting.

• Pokemoto wall sign at 240 Main Street
• Gulf canopy and ground sign reface at 274 Hamilton Ave
• Hara Residence 32-panel solar system at 159 Havilands Drive
• 37 Dekalb Owner, LLC site plan extension at 37 Dekalb Ave
• Whiskey Lounge sign replacement at 192 Mamaroneck Ave

The Design Review Board approved 8 of 13 applications, including signs for Pokemoto, The Pamplemousse Project, Medi Bistro, Gulf, and Whiskey Lounge, as well as solar systems for three residences and a site plan extension for Sonesta. One solar application was not reviewed due to incomplete documentation, and two site plan extensions were reviewed with no comment.

• Approved Pokemoto wall sign with conditions (backer panel removed, channel letters black or white)
• Approved The Pamplemousse wall sign with conditions (flush-mounted channel letters, clarify colors)
• Approved Medi Bistro wall sign with condition (no visible wires)
• Approved Gulf canopy and ground sign with conditions (opaque backgrounds, separate electrical permit)
• Approved The Halden ground signs with condition (revise and resubmit drawings)
• Approved Temple Israel Center guard booth and fencing
• Approved Sonesta exterior color change
• Approved Hara, Ragusa, Mejia, and Hamilton solar systems

Capital Projects Board

The Board is reviewing several amendments to the City of White Plains FY 22-23 Capital Improvement Program. These include adding new projects for a memorial garden, park design, and library lighting, as well as modifying an existing park project.

• $62,000 for Veterans Memorial Garden via NYS Dormitory Authority grant
• $38,000 for Battle Hill Passive Park design via NYS Dormitory Authority grant
• Amendment to Delfino Park Improvements description and funding
• Addition of LED Lighting Improvements at White Plains Library

Transportation Commission

The Commission is reviewing requests for new parking restrictions, handicap accessibility, and site plan approval extensions. Items include a potential no-parking zone on Woodcrest Avenue and meter adjustments at Five Renaissance Square.

• 5 Renaissance Square: Request to create a handicap parking space and extend 15-minute meters to one hour
• 157 Woodcrest Avenue: Request for a No Parking restriction opposite the address
• 20 Haarlem and 27 Holland Avenues: Site Plan approval extension request
• One City Place: Special Permit and Amended Site Plan approval extension request

The Transportation Commission approved a staff recommendation to install a 'No Standing' sign at a tight curve on Woodcrest Avenue, and recommended extensions for site plan approvals at 20 Haarlem/27 Holland Avenues and 37 Dekalb Avenue. A request for a handicap parking space at Five Renaissance Square was held for further study.

• Approved 'No Standing' sign at 157 Woodcrest Avenue curve (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of site plan extension at 20 Haarlem/27 Holland Avenues (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of special permit and amended site plan extension at 37 Dekalb Avenue (unanimous)
• Held request for handicap parking space at Five Renaissance Square for further study

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board will adopt minutes from the July 19 meeting and handle several applications. It approved four site plans for single-family houses and subdivisions, and scheduled public hearings for two subdivision and site plan applications. The board also took no objection to two site plan approval extensions referred by the Common Council, and adjourned three other applications to the September 20 meeting.

• Approved site plan for single-family house at 126 Woodcrest Avenue
• Approved two-lot subdivision at 2 Hunting Ridge Road
• Approved site plan amendment for second-story addition at 9 Lakeview Drive
• Scheduled public hearing for two-lot subdivision at 73 Sterling Avenue
• No objection to site plan approval extension for 20 Haarlem Avenue, 27 Holland Avenue, and 7-11 Holland Avenue

The White Plains Planning Board approved the site plan for a single-family home at 126 Woodcrest Avenue, an environmentally sensitive site with steep slopes, by a 5-1 vote. The board also approved a two-lot subdivision at 2 Hunting Ridge Road and a second-story addition at 9 Lakeview Drive, both unanimously. The board referred a two-lot subdivision at 33 Sunset to the Zoning Board of Appeals and scheduled public hearings for other applications.

• Approved site plan for single-family home at 126 Woodcrest Ave (5-1)
• Approved two-lot subdivision at 2 Hunting Ridge Rd (unanimous)
• Approved site plan amendment for 2nd story addition at 9 Lakeview Dr (unanimous)
• Referred two-lot subdivision at 33 Sunset to ZBA
• Scheduled public hearing for subdivision at 73 Sterling Ave (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of July 19, 2022 meeting as revised
• No objection to one-year extension for 20 Haarlem Ave project (5-0, 1 abstention)
• No objection to one-year extension for 37 DeKalb Ave project (unanimous)

Conservation Board

The White Plains Conservation Board will hold a regular meeting with referrals from the Common Council and Planning Board. Two site plan applications are scheduled for formal review: a new single-family house at 126 Woodcrest Avenue and a deck replacement/expansion at 15 Gilbert Place. Other items are status reports only, and the board will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan update.

• 126 Woodcrest Avenue: new single-family house on environmentally sensitive site with steep slopes (PB #218-22)
• 15 Gilbert Place: deck replacement and expansion on environmentally sensitive site (PB #233-22)
• 52 North Broadway: status report only, no action
• 135 Saxon Woods Road: status report only, awaiting DPW comments
• 145 Saxon Woods Road: status report only, awaiting DPW comments

White Plains Urban Renewal Agency

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency will hold a special meeting to consider six resolutions, including adopting the FY 2022-23 administrative budget, amending the combined federal budget, reaffirming the mission statement and approving the annual report, adopting the East Post Road acquisition and disposition budget, establishing the community development salary schedule, and authorizing an estoppel agreement for the Bank Street redevelopment project. The meeting will also include roll call, approval of minutes from March 18, 2021, and other business.

• Resolution 01-2022: Adopts FY 2022-23 administrative budget totaling $60,000
• Resolution 02-2022: Amends combined federal budget, increasing revenues and expenditures by $168,433
• Resolution 04-2022: Adopts East Post Road acquisition and disposition budget
• Resolution 06-2022: Authorizes estoppel agreement for 55 and 57 Bank Street, extending parking stacker installation to March 7, 2023
• Resolution 03-2022: Approves 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 annual report

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency approved its annual administrative budget for FY 2022-23, amended the federal inception-to-date budget, reaffirmed its mission and annual reports, adopted the East Post Road acquisition/disposition budget, and established the community development title and salary schedule. It also authorized the chairman to execute an estoppel agreement for the 55/57 Bank Street redevelopment, extending the deadline to March 7, 2023, for installing parking stackers. All resolutions passed unanimously (3-0).

• Approved FY 2022-23 administrative budget (3-0)
• Amended combined federal inception-to-date budget (3-0)
• Reaffirmed mission statement and approved 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 annual reports (3-0)
• Adopted East Post Road acquisition and disposition budget (3-0)
• Established community development title and salary schedule for FY 2022-23 (3-0)
• Authorized estoppel agreement for 55/57 Bank Street, extending parking stacker deadline to March 7, 2023 (3-0)

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning has no meeting in August 2022; appearances are scheduled for September 7, 2022. The agenda lists three applications for area variances related to residential additions: a rear yard addition at 85 Pleasant Avenue, a sunroom at 32 Trenton Ave, and a terrace expansion at 138 Rosedale Avenue.

• Z-2022-7: One-story rear yard addition at 85 Pleasant Avenue, variance for combined two side yards setback (2.38 ft).
• Z-2022-11: Sunroom at 32 Trenton Ave, variances for main building coverage (3.44%) and combined two side yards (4.0 ft).
• Z-2022-12: Terrace expansion at 138 Rosedale Avenue, variance to build 5 ft from rear property line (required 15 ft).

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council held a regular meeting with multiple public hearings, most of which were adjourned to future dates. The council adopted ordinances amending solar energy zoning regulations, authorizing several capital project bonds, and approving various budget transfers and contracts.

• Adopted solar energy zoning ordinance amendment (7-0)
• Authorized $404,000 bond for City-owned building construction/reconstruction
• Authorized $71,000 bond for Delfino Park improvements
• Authorized $505,000 bond for sanitary sewer reconstruction
• Adopted ordinance to settle tax review proceedings

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council held a regular meeting with multiple public hearings, most of which were adjourned to future dates. The council adopted a zoning ordinance amendment for solar energy systems, several bond ordinances for capital projects, and various other ordinances including grants, street closures, and budget transfers.

• Adopted ordinance amending zoning for solar energy systems (7-0)
• Authorized $404,000 bond for City-owned building construction/reconstruction
• Authorized $505,000 bond for sanitary sewer system improvements
• Adopted ordinance for $1,000,000 transfer to Self Insurance Fund for liability claims
• Adopted ordinance authorizing $1,413,684 transfer for union contract accruals

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board will review seven applications, including new and replacement signs for businesses on Post Road and Renaissance Square, special permits for outdoor dining at two Mamaroneck Avenue restaurants, and a cabaret use permit for Casa Tacos Corp. All items are new applications for the board's consideration.

• Wall sign installation at The Private Shop, 219 E Post Rd
• Canopy and ground sign replacements at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, 1, 3, and 5 Renaissance Square
• Special permit for outdoor dining at Archie Grand, 166B Mamaroneck Ave
• Special permit for outdoor dining at Sundance Kitchen & Cantina, 208 Mamaroneck Ave
• Special permit for cabaret use at Cantina Taqueria & Tequila Bar, 166A Mamaroneck Ave

The Design Review Board approved four sign applications as submitted, with comments on three requiring no visible wires or conduit. It also recommended approval for two outdoor dining special permits and reviewed a cabaret use application with no comment.

• Approved wall sign at The Private Shop, 219 E Post Rd
• Approved canopy and ground sign replacement at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, 1 Renaissance Square (no visible wires/conduit)
• Approved canopy and ground sign replacement at The Opus Westchester, 3 Renaissance Square (no visible wires/conduit)
• Approved canopy sign replacement at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, 5 Renaissance Square (no visible wires/conduit)
• Recommended approval of outdoor dining special permit for Archie Grand, 166B Mamaroneck Ave
• Recommended approval of outdoor dining special permit for Sundance Kitchen & Cantina, 208 Mamaroneck Ave
• Reviewed cabaret use special permit for Cantina Taqueria & Tequila Bar, 166A Mamaroneck Ave — no comment

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission is reviewing several Common Council referrals including site plan amendments for 10 Dekalb Avenue and 80 Westchester Avenue. The agenda also includes requests for special permits for outdoor dining at 166B and 208 Mamaroneck Avenue, and a cabaret use permit for 166A Mamaroneck Avenue.

• Site plan amendment for 10 Dekalb Avenue involving a 3,000 square foot outdoor amenity area
• Outdoor dining special permit request for 166B Mamaroneck Avenue
• Outdoor dining special permit request for 208 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Cabaret use special permit request for 166A Mamaroneck Avenue
• Amended Special Permit and Site Plan Approval for 80 Westchester Avenue

The Transportation Commission recommended approval of several site plan and special permit requests, including an amendment for 10 Dekalb Avenue, outdoor dining permits for 166B and 208 Mamaroneck Avenue, a cabaret use permit for 166A Mamaroneck Avenue, and an amended special permit and site plan for the 80 Westchester Avenue mixed-use project. The 80 Westchester Avenue recommendation includes conditions such as a parking management plan and a gate at the Franklin Avenue entrance. A request for a handicap parking space near Five Renaissance Square was held pending further study.

• Approved minutes of June 15, 2022 meeting
• Recommended approval of 10 Dekalb Avenue site plan amendment (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of outdoor dining special permit for 166B Mamaroneck Avenue (Archie Grand)
• Recommended approval of outdoor dining special permit for 208 Mamaroneck Avenue (Sundance Kitchen and Cantina)
• Recommended approval of cabaret use special permit for 166A Mamaroneck Avenue (Cantina Taqueria and Tequila Bar)
• Recommended approval of 80 Westchester Avenue amended special permit and site plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Held request for handicap parking space near Five Renaissance Square pending survey and County approval

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning is deciding on five applications, mostly for residential additions requiring area variances. Two applications are for extensions of previously approved resolutions, and three are new requests for additions at specific addresses.

• Z-2022-7: Gaetano Magnotta, 85 Pleasant Avenue, one-story rear addition, 2.38 ft combined side-yard variance
• Z-2022-8: Eric & Jayne Schmidt, 93 Stratford Avenue, partial second-floor addition, front-yard and combined side-yard variances
• Z-2022-9: 134 Soundview Avenue LLC, one-year extension for addition resolution
• Z-2022-10: Maple and Broadway Holdings LLC, 60 South Broadway, two-year extension for 302-ft building height variance
• Z-2022-11: Salvatore Mancini, 32 Trenton Ave, sunroom addition, building coverage and side-yard variances

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board took action on several applications at its July 19, 2022 meeting. It approved a two-lot subdivision at 26 New York Avenue and two eligible facilities requests for AT&T and T-Mobile. It also raised no objection to several special use permits for outdoor dining and other site plan amendments. Several other applications were adjourned pending further review.

• Approved two-lot subdivision at 26 New York Avenue
• No objection to outdoor dining permits for Archie Grand (166B Mamaroneck Ave) and Sundance Kitchen and Cantina (208 Mamaroneck Ave)
• No objection to accessory cabaret permit for Cantina Taqueria and Tequila Bar (166A Mamaroneck Ave)
• Approved AT&T and T-Mobile facility upgrades at 333 West Post Road and 199 Main Street
• Adjourned site plan for 126 Woodcrest Avenue pending Conservation Board comments

The Planning Board approved a two-lot subdivision at 26 New York Avenue (unanimous) and sent letters to the Common Council stating no objection to special use permits for outdoor dining at Archie Grand and Sundance Kitchen and Cantina, an accessory cabaret at Cantina Taqueria and Tequila Bar, and a site plan amendment for La Gianna's outdoor kitchen. Public hearings were adjourned for several environmentally sensitive site applications pending Conservation Board comments. The Board also approved eligible facilities requests from AT&T and T-Mobile.

• Approved two-lot subdivision at 26 New York Avenue (unanimous)
• Sent no-objection letter to Common Council for Archie Grand outdoor dining permit (4-0)
• Sent no-objection letter to Common Council for Sundance Kitchen and Cantina outdoor dining permit (4-0)
• Sent no-objection letter to Common Council for Cantina Taqueria and Tequila Bar accessory cabaret permit (4-0)
• Sent no-objection letter to Common Council for La Gianna site plan amendment (4-0)
• Approved AT&T eligible facilities request at 333 West Post Road (unanimous)
• Approved T-Mobile eligible facilities request at 199 Main Street (unanimous)
• Adopted June 21, 2022 meeting minutes

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for July 18, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 15, 2022. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: August 15, 2022

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review several applications, including new rooftop solar installations, a resubmitted special permit/site plan for a development project, an amendment for a terrace renovation, a mixed-use project by Toll Brothers, and various signage and improvement requests. The board will also consider a ground sign and alleyway improvements.

• Solar systems: 13kW at 37 Gedney Esplanade, 18.23kW at 31 Maplemoor Lane, 19.2kW at 8 Patricia Lane
• MCRT Investments, LLC: Special Permit/Site Plan for development at 39 Westmoreland Ave (resubmitted)
• 10 Dekalb, LLC: Amendment to site plan to renovate exterior recreation terrace at 10 Dekalb Ave
• Toll Brothers: Amended Special Permit and Site Plan for mixed-use project at 80 Westchester Ave (Adora Row)
• Catrina Taqueria: Two wall signs and two awnings at 4 Quarropas St / 106 Mamaroneck Ave (resubmitted)

The Design Review Board met on July 11, 2022, and recommended approval for all applications on the agenda, including three residential solar installations, a special permit/site plan for MCRT Investments, a site plan amendment for 10 Dekalb, and an amended special permit for Adora Row. The board also approved a ground sign for Kingsley House and a sign/awning application for Catrina Taqueria, with some applications subject to comments.

• Recommended approval of 13kW solar system at 37 Gedney Esplanade (22-55)
• Recommended approval of 18.23kW solar system at 31 Maplemoor Lane, with conduit painted to match house (22-56)
• Recommended approval of 19.20kW solar system at 8 Patricia Lane (22-57)
• Recommended approval of special permit/site plan for MCRT Investments at 39 Westmoreland Ave (22-40)
• Recommended approval of site plan amendment for 10 Dekalb LLC at 10 Dekalb Ave (22-58)
• Recommended approval of amended special permit/site plan for Adora Row at 80 Westchester Ave (22-59)
• Approved ground sign at Kingsley House, 41 Barker Ave (22-60)
• Approved sign/awning application for Catrina Taqueria, 4 Quarropas St/106 Mamaroneck Ave, as revised (22-47)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will consider several bond ordinances and capital project amendments, including a $4.676 million bond for heavy-duty vehicles, an $808,000 bond for building rehabilitation, and a $227,500 bond for equipment. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a special permit for a multi-family dwelling at 39 Westmoreland Avenue, and numerous first-reading ordinances covering grants, contracts, and traffic changes.

• Public hearing for special permit for multi-family dwelling at 39 Westmoreland Avenue
• Bond ordinance for $4,676,000 for heavy-duty vehicles
• Bond ordinance for $808,000 for municipal parking structure rehabilitation
• Bond ordinance for $227,500 for public safety access control equipment
• Ordinance to amend zoning for solar energy systems

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding its regular stated meeting on July 5, 2022, with a public hearing on a special permit for a multi-family dwelling at 39 Westmoreland Avenue. The council will consider and adopt several ordinances, including bond authorizations for capital projects, zoning amendments for solar energy, and various grants and contracts. Most items are routine approvals, but the meeting includes significant financial decisions and public hearings on development proposals.

• Public hearing on special permit for multi-family dwelling at 39 Westmoreland Avenue (MCRT Investments LLC)
• Bond ordinance authorizing $4,676,000 for heavy-duty vehicles for maintenance and construction
• Bond ordinance authorizing $808,000 for municipal parking structure rehabilitation
• Bond ordinance authorizing $227,500 for public safety access control equipment
• Ordinance to amend zoning ordinance regarding solar energy systems (tabled items 5-16)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is considering a zoning ordinance amendment to establish city-wide regulations for solar energy systems, including new rules for solar parking canopies. The council will also vote on several bond ordinances totaling over $4.6 million for capital projects and an ordinance authorizing up to $100,000 for appraisers in tax assessment defense. Advisory boards and the county planning board have reviewed the solar amendment with no objections.

• Zoning amendment to Sections 2, 4, 6, 7: solar parking canopies under 1,000 kW need site plan approval; larger ones need special permit from Common Council and require lots over 5 acres
• Bond ordinance C5599: $3,868,000 for rolling stock acquisition (vehicles/equipment)
• Bond ordinance SW5600: $808,000 for rolling stock acquisition (sanitation)
• Bond ordinance C5601: $808,000 for major additions/improvements
• Ordinance authorizing employment of appraisers (up to $100,000) for tax review defense

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss capital projects, including public safety access control, heavy-duty vehicle acquisition, and parking structure rehabilitation. They will also consider renewing a contract with Empress Ambulance Service, Inc. for dedicated ambulance and advanced life support services.

• Public Safety Access Control capital project
• Rolling Stock Acquisition Heavy Duty Vehicles and Equipment
• Municipal Parking Structure Rehabilitation
• Renewal of contract with Empress Ambulance Service, Inc. for ambulance and ALS services

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss capital projects, including public safety access control, heavy-duty vehicle acquisition, and municipal parking structure rehabilitation. The council will also discuss renewing a contract with Empress Ambulance Service, Inc. for dedicated ambulance and advanced life support services.

• Discussion of capital project: Public Safety Access Control
• Discussion of capital project: Rolling Stock Acquisition Heavy Duty Vehicles and Equipment
• Discussion of capital project: Municipal Parking Structure Rehabilitation
• Renewal of contract with Empress Ambulance Service, Inc. for ambulance and advanced life support services

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review a recap of the Comprehensive Plan Public Workshop and continue discussions regarding several potential landmark sites. The meeting also includes confirmation that Jonathan Purdy Burial Ground is a designated Local Landmark.

• Confirmation of Jonathan Purdy Burial Ground as a Local Landmark
• Discussion of 109 North Broadway
• Discussion of 90 Greenridge Avenue
• Discussion of 94 Greenridge Avenue
• Discussion of White Plains Greenway (Gedney Way to Bryant Avenue) and Battle of White Plains Monument

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board took action on multiple applications, approving site plans for single-family houses, extensions of approvals, and wireless facility modifications. It also scheduled public hearings for several subdivision and site plan amendments for July 19, 2022, and adjourned some items to that date.

• Approved site plan for single-family house at 31 Gedney Way
• Approved one-year extension for site plan at 7 Saxon Woods Park Drive
• Approved Verizon Wireless antenna replacement at 333 Hall Avenue (9 to 12 antennas)
• Approved Sprint Wireless antenna replacement at 125 Westchester Avenue (4 to 12 antennas)
• Scheduled public hearings for July 19 on items including 26 New York Avenue subdivision and 9 Lakeview Drive addition

The White Plains Planning Board approved the site plan for a single-family house at 31 Gedney Way, declaring itself lead agency and approving environmental findings. The board also approved several other items, including extensions for 7 Saxon Woods Park Drive and 60 South Broadway, and wireless facility amendments at three locations. Public hearings were scheduled for four other projects, and the hearing for 126 Woodcrest Avenue was adjourned.

• Approved site plan for single-family house at 31 Gedney Way (unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension for site plan approval at 7 Saxon Woods Park Drive (unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension for subdivision approval at 60 South Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved Special Permit Amendment for Verizon Wireless at 333 Hall Avenue with condition to notify property owner (unanimous)
• Approved Special Permit Amendment for Verizon Wireless at 111 Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved Special Permit Amendment for Sprint Wireless at 125 Westchester Avenue with condition for DPW signoff (unanimous)
• Approved letter to Common Council with no objection to one-year extension for Living Word Christian Church at 1236 Mamaroneck Avenue (5-0)
• Adjourned public hearing for 126 Woodcrest Avenue site plan (unanimous)

Conservation Board

The White Plains Conservation Board meeting scheduled for June 20, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 18, 2022. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for June 20, 2022
• Next regular meeting scheduled for July 18, 2022

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission is reviewing several requests regarding street parking and traffic safety. Discussions include creating accessible parking near Turnure Park, reviewing parking restrictions on Hunt Place, and evaluating a request for an all-way stop at Grant Avenue and Morningside Avenue.

• Proposed accessible parking space on the west side of Canfield Avenue near Turnure Park
• Review of parking restrictions and enforcement on Hunt Place
• Request for an all-way stop at Grant Avenue and Morningside Avenue
• Site plan extension request for 1236 Mamaroneck Avenue (Living Word Christian Church)

The Transportation Commission approved staff recommendations for three items: creating one accessible parking space near Turnure Park, taking no additional action on Hunt Place parking restrictions, and denying an all-way stop at Grant and Morningside Avenues. It also approved a site plan extension for Living Word Christian Church.

• Approved accessible parking space on west side of Canfield Avenue near Turnure Park
• Approved no additional action on Hunt Place parking restrictions
• Denied all-way stop at Grant Avenue and Morningside Avenue
• Approved site plan extension for 1236 Mamaroneck Avenue

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review several applications, including solar panel installations, signage, an awning, and a site plan for a development project. Most items are resubmissions, with several new applications also on the agenda. The board will also consider a request for an extension of a site plan approval for a church building addition.

• 15.750 kW solar panel system at 9 Milford Ave (resubmitted)
• 24.480 kW solar system at 22 Carriage Way (resubmitted)
• Wall sign for Big Joe & Sons Tattoo at 193 & 195 Mamaroneck Ave (resubmitted)
• Special permit/site plan for development at 39 Westmoreland Ave (resubmitted)
• Extension of site plan approval for Living Word Christian Church at 1236 Mamaroneck Ave (new)

The Design Review Board recommended approval for two residential solar panel installations and approved several sign and awning applications, with comments on two signs. One application for a Special Permit/Site Plan was adjourned without review, and one site plan extension was reviewed with no comment.

• Recommended approval of 15.750 kW solar system at 9 Milford Ave (22-2)
• Recommended approval of 24.480 kW solar system at 22 Carriage Way (22-45)
• Approved wall sign at 193 & 195 Mamaroneck Ave with comment: no visible wires or conduit (22-25)
• Approved front entrance shed roof awning at 325 Main St (22-51)
• Approved projecting sign reface at 20 Church St (22-52)
• Approved wall sign at 184 Martine Ave with comment: logo background opaque, only text illuminated (22-53)
• Adjourned Special Permit/Site Plan application for 39 Westmoreland Ave (22-40)
• Reviewed site plan extension for 1236 Mamaroneck Ave with no comment (22-54)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council held a regular meeting on June 6, 2022, adopting numerous ordinances and resolutions. Key actions included approving bond ordinances for capital projects, accepting grants for senior services and youth programs, and extending site plan approvals for several development projects. The meeting also included a public hearing on solar energy regulations that was opened and closed, and a hearing on a solar site plan amendment that was adjourned to August 1, 2022.

• Adopted bond ordinance for $51,000 for City-owned building construction/reconstruction
• Adopted bond ordinance for $202,000 for park and recreational area improvements
• Accepted $200,000 grant from NYS Office of Children and Family Services for Grandpas United Program
• Approved one-year extensions for site plans: Adora Row (Toll Brothers), Gateway II (Greystar), 441 Central Avenue (Meryde Group), and Hale Avenue (Hale WP Owner, LLC)
• Scheduled public hearing for July 5, 2022 on MCRT Investments LLC special permit for 39 Westmoreland Avenue

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is deciding on several ordinances, including a 15-year payment agreement with New York-Presbyterian Hospital starting at $800,000 annually, split with the school district. Also up for approval are bond sales, a tax settlement, special counsel hiring, and multiple grant acceptances.

• Authorize $51,000 serial bonds for a project
• Approve NYP Hospital payment agreement: $800,000 first year, 2.5% annual increase, 50% to City and 50% to School District
• Settle tax review for 33 Oakwood Avenue with $1,071.08 refund
• Authorize up to $125,000 for special counsel on City Center Garage bond default
• Accept $200,000 NYS grant for Grandpas United youth program

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider the first reading of ordinances adopting the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budgets for the General Fund, Library, Self Insurance, Water, Sewer Rent, and Debt Service Funds. The most significant item is a resolution to appropriate $4,829,481 from the Contingency and Tax Stabilization Reserve Fund to lower the property tax rate increase, which would otherwise rise by $16.88 per $1,000 of assessed valuation. The council will also consider ordinances reallocating a managerial/confidential title, amending hourly pay scales, and fixing special assessments for the Downtown Business Improvement District.

• Appropriation of $4,829,481 from Contingency and Tax Stabilization Reserve Fund to lower property tax rate increase
• Adoption of FY 2022-2023 General Fund tax budget with total tax levy of $67,087,244
• Ordinance amending Municipal Code sections 2-5-77 and 2-5-80 to reallocate a position title and amend hourly pay scale
• Ordinance fixing 2022-2023 Special Assessments for the White Plains Downtown Business Improvement District
• Ordinance authorizing Commissioner of Finance to allocate funding to the White Plains Cable Television Access Commission

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council held a special meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and related ordinances. The council approved using $4,829,481 from the Contingency and Tax Stabilization Reserve Fund to reduce the property tax rate increase, and adopted the General Fund, Library, Self Insurance, Water, Sewer Rent, and Debt Service fund budgets. It also approved salary amendments and special assessments for the Downtown Business Improvement District.

• Appropriated $4,829,481 from reserve fund to lower property tax rate increase
• Adopted FY 2022-2023 General Fund tax budget
• Adopted operating budgets for Library, Self Insurance, Water, Sewer Rent, and Debt Service funds
• Amended municipal code to reallocate a managerial/confidential title and adjust hourly pay scale
• Fixed 2022-2023 special assessments for the Downtown Business Improvement District

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review several applications for solar panel installations, signage, window changes, and a special permit/site plan for a development project. The agenda includes both new and resubmitted applications.

• 22-2 Ragusa Residence: 15.750 kW solar panel system at 9 Milford Ave (resubmitted)
• 22-45 Carreon Residence: 24.480 kW solar system at 22 Carriage Way
• 22-46 Jen Stylez Boutique: wall sign at 108 Mamaroneck Ave
• 22-47 Catrina Taqueria: 2 wall signs and 2 awnings at 4 Quarropas St / 106 Mamaroneck Ave
• 22-40 MCRT Investments, LLC: Special Permit / Site Plan for development at 39 Westmoreland Ave (resubmitted)

The White Plains Design Review Board approved five applications as submitted, including signs and awnings for Jen Stylez Boutique, Catrina Taqueria, Hebrew Institute, and Windward School, and recommended approval for window work at 139 No Broadway. Three applications were adjourned at the applicant's request: two solar panel installations and a special permit/site plan for MCRT Investments. No applications were denied.

• Approved wall sign for Jen Stylez Boutique at 108 Mamaroneck Ave
• Approved 2 wall signs and 2 awnings for Catrina Taqueria at 4 Quarropas St, with resubmission for record
• Recommended approval for window work at 139 No Broadway (Michael Pasqualini)
• Approved 2 canopy signs for Hebrew Institute of White Plains at 20 Greenridge Ave
• Approved wall sign and ground sign reface for Windward School at 1275 Mamaroneck Ave
• Adjourned solar panel application for Ragusa Residence at 9 Milford Ave
• Adjourned solar panel application for Carreon Residence at 22 Carriage Way
• Adjourned special permit/site plan for MCRT Investments at 39 Westmoreland Ave

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The committee is discussing a shortage of summer counselors and lifeguards. Members are also reviewing updates regarding the Deputy Commissioner, Recreation Supervisor, and Turnure Park.

• Summer staff counselor and lifeguard shortage
• Bicycle Safety Day at Delfino Park on May 21
• Movie on Court St on May 21
• Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony on May 30
• WP Outdoor Arts Festival at Tibbits Park on June 4-5

The Recreation Advisory Committee approved the March meeting minutes and discussed updates on the Battle of White Plains Playground, which is nearing completion with a ribbon cutting planned for June. The committee also addressed a significant shortage of summer camp counselors and lifeguards, with a contingency plan to change the camper-to-counselor ratio and eliminate swimming if staffing is not resolved. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only motions were to approve the minutes and to reserve a July 20 meeting date.

• Approved March meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Reserved July 20 as a potential RAC meeting date (all in favor)
• Discussed contingency plan for camp staffing: change ratio to 1:12 and eliminate swimming if needed (no vote)
• Noted plans for June ribbon cutting at Battle of White Plains Playground (no vote)

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission is reviewing several site plan and special permit extensions for developments in White Plains. The body is also discussing requests for accessible parking at Turnure Park and parking restrictions on Hunt Place.

• Proposed solar energy system regulations for Zoning Ordinance Sections 2, 4, 6, and 7
• Request for two accessible parking spaces at Turnure Park near Lake Street entrance
• Site plan extension requests for 80 Westchester Avenue, 85 North Lexington Avenue, and 441 Central Avenue
• Special Permit and Site Plan Approval request for 39 Westmoreland Avenue
• Amended Special Permit and Site Plan Approvals for 97-111 and 100-114 Hale Avenue

The Transportation Commission recommended approval of several site plan and special permit extensions, including for Adora Row (80 Westchester Avenue) and Gateway II (85 North Lexington Avenue and 50 Hamilton Avenue), as well as zoning amendments for solar energy systems. Items regarding accessible parking at Turnure Park and parking restrictions on Hunt Place were held for further study. The Commission also recommended that traffic data for 39 Westmoreland Avenue be corrected.

• Recommended approval of Adora Row site plan/special permit extension (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of solar energy zoning amendments (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Gateway II site plan extension (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 441 Central Avenue site plan/special permit extension (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 97-111 and 100-114 Hale Avenue site plan/special permit extension (unanimous)
• Recommended correction of traffic data for 39 Westmoreland Avenue (unanimous)
• Held Turnure Park accessible parking request for further study
• Held Hunt Place parking restriction request; increased enforcement

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board took several actions, including approving site plans, scheduling public hearings, and recommending approval of extensions for major developments. The board also recommended approval of a special permit for a 190-apartment project and had no objection to a zoning amendment regarding solar energy.

• Approved site plan amendment for house addition at 369 Rosedale Avenue
• Scheduled public hearings for June 21 for 126 Woodcrest Avenue and 2 Hunting Ridge Road
• No objection to one-year extension for Adora Row (80 Westchester Avenue) with 276 apartments
• No objection to one-year extension for Gateway II (85 North Lexington Avenue) with 500 apartments
• Recommended approval for 39 Westmoreland Avenue (190 apartments)

The Planning Board unanimously recommended approval of a zoning ordinance amendment defining solar energy equipment and standards, and sent a letter of support for the 190-unit residential development at 39 Westmoreland Avenue. The Board also approved a site plan amendment for a house addition at 369 Rosedale Avenue and scheduled public hearings for two environmentally sensitive single-family home projects. Several one-year extensions for previously approved developments were recommended without objection.

• Recommended approval of solar energy zoning amendment (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 190-unit development at 39 Westmoreland Ave (5-0)
• Approved site plan amendment for house addition at 369 Rosedale Ave (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for 126 Woodcrest Ave single-family home (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for 2 Hunting Ridge Rd two-lot subdivision (unanimous)
• Recommended no objection to Adora Row one-year extension (5-0)
• Recommended no objection to Gateway II one-year extension (5-0)
• Recommended no objection to Comfort Inn one-year extension (5-0)

Conservation Board

The White Plains Conservation Board meeting scheduled for May 16, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for June 20, 2022. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Agenda

The Design Review Board is meeting to review a series of applications, including new and resubmitted requests for solar installations, signs, awnings, and several development projects. The board will also consider a proposed zoning ordinance amendment regarding solar energy systems. Most items are for review and potential approval, with some applications seeking extensions of prior approvals.

• Solar panel systems at 9 Milford Ave (15.750 kW) and 18 Oakley Road (19.2kW DC/15.2kW AC)
• Wall signs at 193 & 195 Mamaroneck Ave, 82 E Post Road, and 294 Old Mamaroneck Rd
• Ground sign at 2 Lyon Place and awning at 58 Lake Street
• Special Permit/Site Plan for multi-family residence at 97-11 & 100-114 Hale Ave and development at 39 Westmoreland Ave
• Extensions for projects at 80 Westchester Ave (Toll Brothers), 85 No Lexington Ave & 50 Hamilton Ave (Greystar 'Gateway II'), and 441 Central Ave (hotel)

The White Plains Design Review Board approved several sign, solar, and awning applications, with conditions on some. It recommended approval for two solar systems and a multi-family residence plan, and conditionally approved a development project with comments. Three extension requests and a zoning amendment were reviewed with no comment.

• Approved Big Joe & Sons Tattoo wall sign with conditions (remove 'And Jewelry', separate electrical permit, no visible wires)
• Recommended approval of Arai Residence roof-mounted solar system
• Approved Reach Church signs as resubmitted
• Approved Medical Centre Pharmacy wall sign with conditions (no visible wires, separate electrical permit)
• Approved 2 Lyon Place ground sign
• Approved D'Cache Barber Shop awning
• Recommended approval of Hale WP Owner multi-family residence plan as revised
• Conditionally approved MCRT Investments development plan with comments

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning will consider two applications. One seeks a special use permit to change a rooming house at 80 Waller Avenue into a community residence. The other requests a one-year extension of previously granted area variances for a home addition at 64 Greenridge Avenue.

• Special use permit application Z-2021-45 by Human Development Services of Westchester for 80 Waller Avenue to change rooming house to community residence
• Extension request Z-2022-6 by Arlene Pastor for 64 Greenridge Avenue for variances on side yards setback and accessory separation distance

The Board of Appeals Zoning granted a one-year extension for area variances at 64 Greenridge Avenue. The application for a special use permit at 80 Waller Avenue was adjourned. No new applications were considered.

• Granted one-year extension for area variances at 64 Greenridge Avenue (Z-2022-6)
• Adjourned special use permit application for community residence at 80 Waller Avenue (Z-2021-45)

Agenda

The Common Council held a public hearing on the proposed 2022-2023 budget and adopted multiple ordinances, including bonds for capital projects, agreements for events and programs, and zoning amendments. Several site plan extensions for major developments were also approved or referred for review.

• Adopted $353,500 bond for City Hall Annex heating system replacement
• Adopted $101,000 bond for renovations to fire facilities
• Approved one-year extension for 60 South Broadway project (814 units, 28,014 sq ft retail)
• Approved one-year extension for 250 Mamaroneck Avenue mixed-use development
• Referred solar energy zoning amendment to multiple boards

Agenda

The Common Council is deciding on two capital projects: installing an independent electric boiler and heating system at the City Hall Annex Building, funded by $353,500 in serial bonds, and increasing funding for renovations to fire facilities by $101,000 (total $152,000) to address structural problems and lower maintenance costs. Both items include authorizing contracts, amending the capital projects fund, and issuing bonds.

• Ordinance to establish Capital Project C5595 for City Hall Annex heating system with $353,500 in serial bonds
• Bond ordinance authorizing $353,500 in serial bonds for the heating system, with a 15-year maturity
• Amendment to Capital Project C5584 for fire facility renovations, increasing budget from $51,000 to $152,000
• Authorization to issue $101,000 in additional serial bonds for fire facility renovations
• SEQR Type II determination for the heating system project, requiring no further environmental review

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss capital projects, including renovations to fire facilities and a heating system for the City Hall Annex Building. They will also discuss proposed amendments to the municipal code regarding shared alternative transportation devices (e.g., scooters) and to the zoning ordinance for solar energy systems. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Renovations to Fire Facilities
• Installation of heating system at City Hall Annex Building
• Proposed amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 4-28 on Shared Alternative Transportation Devices
• Proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance for solar energy systems

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review nine applications, mostly for new or replacement wall signs and two residential rooftop solar systems. Several items are resubmissions from prior meetings. The board will decide on these applications at this meeting.

• Smoke X Blazy wall sign at 126 Mamaroneck Ave (resubmitted)
• PCI Industries wall signs at 206 and 210 Ferris Ave (resubmitted)
• Arai Residence 19.2kW DC/15.2kW AC roof solar at 18 Oakley Road (new)
• Lackowitz Residence 24.7 kW roof solar at 11 Romar Ave (new)
• T-Mobile replacement of 2 wall signs at 46 Mamaroneck Ave (new)

The White Plains Design Review Board approved several sign and solar applications, with conditions, and deferred two items because applicants were absent. Approved items include signs for Smoke X Blazy, PCI Industries, Reach Church, Hertz, and T-Mobile, as well as a solar system for Lackowitz Residence. The Arai Residence solar application and Big Joe & Sons Tattoo sign were not reviewed due to applicant absence.

• Approved Smoke X Blazy wall sign with conditions (no visible wires, separate electrical permit)
• Approved PCI Industries signs at 206 Ferris Ave with conditions (remove logo)
• Approved PCI Industries signs at 210 Ferris Ave with conditions (relocate 48" sign, revise graphics)
• Approved Lackowitz Residence solar system as submitted
• Approved Reach Church signs with conditions (adjust PW03 sign, revise wall sign)
• Approved Hertz sign and facade repaint with conditions (opaque ground sign background)
• Approved T-Mobile wall sign replacements with conditions (no visible wires, separate electrical permit)
• Deferred Arai Residence solar and Big Joe & Sons Tattoo sign due to applicant absence

Transportation Commission

The Commission is reviewing a request to create an exclusive right-turn lane at Bank Street and Fisher Avenue. Additionally, the body will consider site plan extension requests for properties on South Broadway and Mamaroneck Avenue.

• Bank Street at Fisher Avenue: Request to modify the right lane to an exclusive right-turn lane
• 60 South Broadway: Extension of Amended Site Plan Approval request by LMC/Lennar Multifamily Communities
• 250 Mamaroneck Avenue: Extension of Amended Site Plan and Special Permit Approval request by Southern Land Company, LLC

The Transportation Commission recommended approval of a staff recommendation to make the right lane on Fisher Avenue northbound an exclusive right turn lane at Bank Street, based on peak-hour observations showing most vehicles turn right. It also recommended approving two site plan extension requests for 60 South Broadway and 250 Mamaroneck Avenue, with no staff objections. The minutes of the March 16, 2022 meeting were approved.

• Recommended exclusive right turn lane on Fisher Ave northbound at Bank St (approved by motion)
• Recommended extension of Amended Site Plan Approval for 60 South Broadway (approved by motion)
• Recommended extension of Amended Site Plan and Special Permit Approval for 250 Mamaroneck Ave (approved by motion)
• Approved minutes of March 16, 2022 meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will meet to discuss potential landmark sites and any other new business. There are no public hearings or applications for certificates of appropriateness on the agenda.

• Discussion of potential landmark sites

Planning Board

The Board adopted the March 15, 2022 meeting minutes and approved various site plan amendments and special use permit updates. Several applications regarding single-family homes and facility upgrades were finalized, while others were adjourned to the May 17 meeting.

• Approved Kensico Apartments (60 South Kensico Avenue) 12-unit apartment building site plan
• Approved T-Mobile (90 Bryant Avenue) special use permit amendment for facility upgrade
• Approved Sprint Spectrum (1 North Broadway) special use permit amendment for facility upgrade
• Approved 27 Garretson Road site plan amendment for a house addition and deck
• Scheduled public hearings for 369 Rosedale Avenue and 31 Gedney Way for May 17, 2022

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the proposed 2022-2023 tax budget for the city. Departmental presentations from Public Safety, Public Works, Parking, and Recreation and Parks will be given. This is a discussion item, not a final vote.

• Overview of proposed 2022-2023 tax budget
• Department of Public Safety presentation
• Department of Public Works presentation
• Department of Parking presentation
• Department of Recreation and Parks presentation

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation from the Budget Director on the proposed 2022-2023 tax budget, followed by presentations from the Commissioners of Public Safety, Public Works, Parking, and Recreation and Parks. This is a discussion and information session, not a final vote on the budget.

• Presentation of proposed 2022-2023 tax budget
• Department presentation from Commissioner of Public Safety
• Department presentation from Commissioner of Public Works
• Department presentation from Commissioner of Parking
• Department presentation from Commissioner of Recreation and Parks

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting originally scheduled for Monday, April 18, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 16, 2022.

Agenda

The Board of Appeals is reviewing applications regarding a change in use to community residences, a porch reconstruction, and a multi-family apartment addition. These items involve requests for special use permits and area variances.

• Special use permit request to change 80 Waller Avenue from rooming house to community residence
• Request to reconstruct an enclosed front porch at 22 Summit Avenue
• Proposed multi-family residential apartment addition at 39 Westmoreland Avenue
• Area variance request for height and stories at 39 Westmoreland Avenue

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning granted two variance requests: one for reconstructing an enclosed front porch at 22 Summit Avenue and another for a multi-family residential addition at 39 Westmoreland Avenue. A special use permit application for a community residence at 80 Waller Avenue was adjourned.

• Granted variance for enclosed front porch reconstruction at 22 Summit Avenue (Z-2022-3)
• Granted area variance for 8-story apartment addition at 39 Westmoreland Avenue (Z-2022-5)
• Adjourned special use permit application for community residence at 80 Waller Avenue (Z-2021-45)

Agenda

The Common Council will consider ordinances and resolutions on street reconstruction bonds, a police union contract, and continued participation in a community energy program. Also on the agenda are grants, fee schedules, and various appointments and settlements.

• Bond ordinance for $1,479,741 to finance street reconstruction
• Ordinance to approve police collective bargaining agreement with PBA
• Ordinance to continue Community Choice Aggregation with Sustainable Westchester
• Grant of up to $53,000 to Westchester Residential Opportunities for 65 Waller Avenue
• Ordinance to settle litigation brought by Elisa Mercurio

Agenda

Mayor Thomas Roach has announced the appointment of several members to the White Plains Youth Board. The announcement includes specific terms for each appointee and identifies ex-officio members.

• Appointment of Hon. Victoria Presser as Chair
• Appointment of 13 additional board members with varying term expirations
• Designation of four ex-officio members

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to hear a presentation from Sustainable Westchester, discuss two proposed capital projects (Miscellaneous Street Reconstruction and Delfino Park Pavilion-Basketball Court Revision), and enter executive session to discuss a lawsuit (Elisa Mercurio vs. The City of White Plains). The agenda includes legislation to fund these projects.

• Delfino Park Pavilion-Basketball Court Revision: $500,000 project funded by NYS Dormitory Authority grant
• Miscellaneous Street Reconstruction FY 22: $1,730,600 requested, including $1,479,741 in serial bonds and $250,859 NYS DOT grant
• Executive session to discuss Elisa Mercurio vs. The City of White Plains lawsuit
• Presentation by Sustainable Westchester

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss two proposed capital projects: a miscellaneous street reconstruction project and a revision to the Delfino Park Pavilion-Basketball Court. The council will also enter executive session to discuss the lawsuit Elisa Mercurio vs The City of White Plains. A presentation from Sustainable Westchester is also on the agenda.

• Presentation by Sustainable Westchester
• Proposed Miscellaneous Street Reconstruction Capital Project
• Proposed Delfino Park Pavilion-Basketball Court Revision Capital Project
• Executive session to discuss Elisa Mercurio vs The City of White Plains

Agenda

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider a first-reading ordinance authorizing the closure of certain public streets and parking restrictions on March 26, 2022, for a St. Patrick's Day parade sponsored by the White Plains Saint Patrick's Day Parade Committee and the White Plains Business Improvement District. The ordinance was adopted 6-0, with Councilmember Martin recused.

• Ordinance authorizing street closures and parking restrictions for March 26, 2022 parade
• Parade sponsored by White Plains Saint Patrick's Day Parade Committee and Business Improvement District
• Adopted 6-0, with one recusal

Agenda

The Common Council is considering an ordinance to authorize the rescheduled St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 26, 2022, after the original March 12 event was cancelled due to weather. The ordinance would close specific streets from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., waive permit fees for the Business Improvement District, and grant one-day sidewalk café permits to six restaurants along the route. The parade committee will reimburse the city for overtime costs.

• Street closures: Mamaroneck Avenue (Bloomingdale Road to Main Street) and Main Street (Mamaroneck Avenue to EJ Conroy Drive) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• One-day sidewalk café permits for Lilly's, Hudson Grill, Archie Grand, Brazen Fox, Lazy Boy Saloon, and Ron Black's Beer Hall on Mamaroneck Avenue
• Waiver of DPW permit fees and deposits for the Business Improvement District
• Parking restrictions enforced from 12:01 a.m. until parade conclusion
• Overtime costs for Public Works and Public Safety reimbursed by parade committee

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for Monday, March 21, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 21, 2022. This agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the One White Plains Comprehensive Plan with Planning Commissioner Christopher Gomez, along with updates on parks, events, and programs. The meeting is largely informational and planning-focused, with no major decisions or votes listed.

• Discussion on One White Plains Comprehensive Plan with Commissioner Gomez
• Update on Battle of WP playground project
• Memorial Day Parade honoree selection
• Harriet Tubman programs update
• 2021 events schedule and Spring/Summer Guide review

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission is discussing a proposal to relocate a handicapped parking space on Nosband Avenue. The body is also reviewing a request for a site plan approval extension for a residential project at 65 Lake Street.

• Nosband Avenue: Proposal to remove an existing handicapped space and create a new one 100 feet away
• 65 Lake Street: Request from Mount Hope A.M.E. Zion Church for extension of Site Plan Approval for multi-family residential project

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review a mix of new and resubmitted applications. Key items include a proposed multi-family residential redevelopment at 39 Westmoreland Ave requiring an area variance, a resubmitted six-unit residential building at 308 Battle Ave, and a solar panel installation at 9 Milford Ave. The board will also consider several new wall and projection sign applications for local businesses.

• 22-19 MCRT Investments LLC: redevelop industrial building into multi-family residential at 39 Westmoreland Ave, requiring area variance for height and stories
• 22-2 Ragusa Residence: 15.750 kW rooftop solar panel system at 9 Milford Ave (resubmitted)
• 21-18 Juan Serrano: three-story, six-unit multi-family building at 308 Battle Ave (resubmitted)
• 22-26 Mt Hope AME Zion Church: one-year site plan extension for redevelopment at 65 Lake Street
• Multiple new sign applications: PCI Industries (206 & 210 Ferris Ave), Abby's Bar Lounge (36 Westchester Ave), Shapham Wines & Liquors (490 Mamaroneck Ave), Smoke Palace (217 E Post Rd), Big Joe & Sons Tattoo (193 & 195 Mamaroneck Ave)

The White Plains Design Review Board met on March 16, 2022, and reviewed multiple applications. It approved signs for Abby's Bar Lounge and Shapham Wines & Liquors, a solar panel system for the Ragusa Residence, a multi-family building for Juan Serrano, exterior changes for One Dekalb, and vinyl siding for 43 Independence. Several other applications were reviewed with comments or adjourned.

• Approved solar panel system at 9 Milford Ave with comment to resubmit revised drawings
• Approved wall sign for Abby's Bar Lounge at 36 Westchester Ave
• Approved wall and projection signs for Shapham Wines & Liquors at 490 Mamaroneck Ave
• Approved 3-story, 6-unit residential building at 308 Battle Ave
• Approved exterior changes/mechanical screening at 1 Dekalb Ave
• Approved vinyl siding for 5-family building at 43 Independence St
• Reviewed with comments: MCRT Investments (no comment), PCI Industries signs (reduce sizes), Smoke Palace sign (modifications required)
• Adjourned: Hale WP Owner LLC application; not reviewed: Big Joe & Sons Tattoo (applicant absent)

Planning Board

The Planning Board adopted minutes from January and February meetings and approved several site plan amendments. The board also reviewed applications for facility upgrades and building extensions, with some items adjourned to the April 19 meeting.

• Approved one-year extension for 40 Chatterton Parkway six-unit building
• Approved special use permit amendments for Sprint/T-Mobile at 70 Ferris Avenue and 333 West Post Road
• Recommended approval for Mount Hope AME Zion Church building addition of 56 apartments
• Scheduled public hearing for 27 Garretson Road site plan amendment for April 19, 2022
• Adjourned Kensico Apartments 12-unit apartment building application to April 19, 2022

The White Plains Planning Board adopted minutes from prior meetings and scheduled a public hearing for a house addition at 27 Garretson Road. It approved one-year extensions for site plans at 40 Chatterton Parkway and 65 Lake Street (Mount Hope AME Zion Church), and approved special permit amendments for Sprint/T-Mobile antenna upgrades at 70 Ferris Avenue and 333 West Post Road. No action was taken on the Kensico Apartments application, pending further staff comments.

• Adopted January 18 and February 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for 27 Garretson Road site plan amendment (unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension for 40 Chatterton Parkway site plan (unanimous)
• Approved no-objection letter for 65 Lake Street site plan extension (passed, Gruenfeld abstained)
• Approved Sprint/T-Mobile special permit amendment at 70 Ferris Avenue (passed, Oliva abstained)
• Approved Sprint/T-Mobile special permit amendment at 333 West Post Road (passed, Oliva abstained)

Agenda

The Common Council will consider authorizing $505,000 in serial bonds to fund the reconstruction of Reynal Road, including pavement replacement, new drainage, and curbs. The council will also vote on an ordinance to join a regional Climate Smart Communities grant program, requiring in-kind staff and volunteer time. Additionally, two appointments to the Library Board of Trustees are recommended.

• Bond ordinance authorizing $505,000 for Capital Project C5592 (Reynal Road Reconstruction)
• Ordinance to establish Capital Project C5592 with $505,000 in revenues and expenditures
• SEQR resolution declaring the project a Type II action with no further environmental review
• Ordinance to enter agreement for Westchester County Climate Action Planning Institute (in-kind match of $6,701)
• Appointments of Hope Furth and Paul Schwarz to Library Board of Trustees (terms to Dec 31, 2024)

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning will meet on March 2, 2022, to consider several applications for special use permits and area variances. One application (Z-2021-45) was adjourned to April 6, 2022. The board will also review a request for a one-year extension of a special permit. The agenda includes both new applications and one with no appearance.

• Z-2021-45: HDSW, 80 Waller Avenue, special use permit to change rooming house to community residence (adjourned to April 6)
• Z-2022-1: 27 Garretson Road, two-story rear addition with deck, variances for side yards
• Z-2022-2: 8 Seymour Place, replace rear deck, variances for side yards
• Z-2022-4: 266 Central Avenue, one-year extension of special permit and variances
• Z-2022-5: 39 Westmoreland Avenue, multi-family residential addition, variance for height (8 stories vs 6 allowed)

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for Monday, February 21, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 21, 2022. This agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• February 21, 2022 meeting cancelled
• Next regular meeting scheduled for March 21, 2022

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission is discussing traffic calming measures near local schools and accessibility modifications for parking. The body is reviewing staff recommendations regarding stop signs, one-way designations, and speed limit signage.

• Proposed installation of a solar-powered flashing school speed limit sign on Soundview Avenue northbound
• Staff recommendation against an all-way stop at Hall Avenue and George Avenue
• Discussion of one-way traffic and 'No U-Turn' restrictions on Grandview Avenue between Prescott Avenue and Thomas Place
• Request to modify a handicapped parking space on Nosband Avenue for wheelchair accessibility
• Review of sight lines and accident history for the Hall Avenue and George Avenue intersection

The Transportation Commission approved staff recommendations on several traffic items, including denying an all-way stop at Hall and George Avenues, approving a flashing school speed limit sign on Soundview Avenue, and approving two site plan extensions. A request to make Grandview Avenue one-way was not recommended, and a handicapped parking modification on Nosband Avenue was held for further study.

• Approved staff recommendation to deny all-way stop at Hall and George Avenues
• Approved staff recommendation to not make Grandview Avenue one-way; instead, contact school and add signage
• Approved installation of flashing school speed limit sign on Soundview Avenue northbound
• Held request to modify handicapped parking space on Nosband Avenue
• Approved extension of Site Plan and Special Permit Approval for 146 Westmoreland Avenue
• Approved extension of Site Plan Amendment Approval for 1111 Westchester Avenue

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review several applications, including new signs, a solar panel installation, a multifamily building, and site plan approvals for redevelopment projects. The board will also consider extensions for previously approved plans.

• 914 Tattoos, 375 Central Ave: new wall sign
• Apple Bank, 33 Mamaroneck Ave: two illuminated wall signs
• Ragusa Residence, 9 Milford Ave: 15.750 kW rooftop solar system
• Juan Serrano, 308 Battle Ave: three-story, six-unit multifamily building
• Westpark Associates, 1111 Westchester Ave: extension for three-story parking garage

The White Plains Design Review Board approved a wall sign reface for 914 Tattoos and two illuminated wall signs for Apple Bank, with conditions. Several other applications were reviewed with comments or adjourned, including a solar panel installation that was postponed at the applicant's request.

• Approved 914 Tattoos wall sign reface at 375 Central Ave
• Approved Apple Bank illuminated wall signs at 33 Mamaroneck Ave with conditions (facade repair, no visible wires, separate electrical permit)
• Adjourned Ragusa Residence solar panel application at 9 Milford Ave per applicant request
• Reviewed One Dekalb LLC exterior changes at 1 Dekalb Ave; prior comments remain open
• Reviewed Juan Serrano multi-family building at 308 Battle Ave; design approved but color palette must be lighter
• Recommended approval of RMS Companies site plan at 51 So Broadway as revised
• Reviewed Hale WP Owner LLC special permit/site plan amendment; inadequate information, board requested return
• Reviewed Westmoreland Lofts and Westpark Associates extensions; no comments

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board will meet on February 15, 2022, to adopt prior minutes, schedule new public hearings, and conduct hearings on several site plan and subdivision applications. The board will also consider one-year extensions for two previously approved projects, including a parking garage at 1111 Westchester Avenue. Two applications adjourned from a prior meeting will be taken up.

• Public hearing: Four-lot subdivision at 334 West Street (R1-12.5 district)
• Public hearing: Site plan amendment at 135 Saxon Woods Road to legalize walls, driveway, patio, and add bridge/deck and stormwater controls
• New hearing scheduled: House addition and deck at 369 Rosedale Avenue
• New hearing scheduled: Retaining wall reconstruction and footbridge at 145 Saxon Woods Road
• One-year extension requests for 146 Westmoreland Avenue and 1111 Westchester Avenue (3-story parking garage)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission has no items listed under communications, administrative matters, or public hearings. The only item on the agenda is the designation of the Jonathan Purdy Family Burial Ground at 1150 Mamaroneck Avenue.

• Designation of local landmark: Jonathan Purdy Family Burial Ground - 1150 Mamaroneck Avenue

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council held a regular meeting with many items voted on unanimously. Key actions included approving bond ordinances for IT infrastructure and a comprehensive plan, adopting a new noise pollution ordinance, and approving a 74-unit residential building at 6-10 Chester Avenue with a fee-in-lieu of $186,000. The council also authorized several grants, contracts, and settlements, and referred several site plan applications for review.

• Bond ordinance for $378,750 for IT infrastructure improvements
• Bond ordinance for $353,000 for Comprehensive Master Plan preparation
• Adopted new Noise Pollution ordinance (Chapter 3-4)
• Approved 74-unit residential building at 6-10 Chester Avenue with $186,000 fee-in-lieu
• Authorized $500,000 DASNY grant for Delfino Park improvements

Agenda

The Common Council is reviewing a request to adjourn a public hearing regarding solar carport installations at 1133 Westchester Avenue. Additionally, the Council is considering an ordinance to authorize serial bonds to fund city-wide information technology improvements.

• Adjournment of public hearing for Voda Solar Resources, LLC site plan amendment at 1133 Westchester Ave to June 6, 2022
• Authorization of $378,750 in serial bonds for IT infrastructure replacement and enhancements
• Appointment of Richard Payne to the Transportation Commission through December 31, 2025
• Appointment of eleven members to the Community Development Citizens Advisory Committee for one-year terms

Common Council

The Common Council will vote to adjourn the public hearing for Voda Solar Resources' carport solar application at 1133 Westchester Ave to June 6, 2022, after the Building Commissioner determined the use is not permitted. The Council will also consider ordinances to establish a capital project and issue $378,750 in serial bonds for city-wide IT infrastructure replacement and enhancements. Two mayoral appointments to city boards are also on the agenda.

• Adjourn public hearing for Voda Solar Resources' carport solar systems at 1133 Westchester Ave to June 6, 2022
• Establish Capital Project No. C5589 'City-wide IT Infrastructure Replacement/Enhancements' with $378,750 budget
• Authorize issuance of $378,750 serial bonds for IT infrastructure
• Appoint Richard Payne to Transportation Commission (term to Dec 31, 2025)
• Appoint 11 members to Community Development Citizens Advisory Committee (one-year term)

Agenda

The Board of Appeals is reviewing several applications for property variances and a special use permit. Items include requests for porch additions, deck constructions, and a change in use for a rooming house.

• Special use permit request to change 80 Waller Avenue from rooming house to community residences
• Application for an enclosed front porch addition at 9 McBride Avenue
• Application for a two-story rear yard addition with deck at 27 Garretson Road
• Application for a larger rear yard deck at 8 Seymour Place
• Withdrawal of application for a shed dormer at 56 Greenridge Avenue

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning met virtually on February 2, 2022, due to COVID-19. They granted a front yard setback variance for a porch addition at 9 McBride Avenue, withdrew without prejudice a dormer application at 56 Greenridge Avenue, and adjourned a special use permit request for a community residence at 80 Waller Avenue. Two new applications were scheduled for a March 2 hearing.

• Granted front yard setback variance for porch addition at 9 McBride Avenue (Z-2021-44)
• Withdrawn without prejudice: shed dormer application at 56 Greenridge Avenue (Z-2021-20A)
• Adjourned special use permit for community residence at 80 Waller Avenue (Z-2021-45)
• Scheduled hearing for 3/02/2022: addition at 27 Garretson Road (Z-2022-1)
• Scheduled hearing for 3/02/2022: deck at 8 Seymour Place (Z-2022-2)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss proposed redevelopments at 51 South Broadway and 39 Westmoreland Avenue, along with capital projects, a noise pollution control ordinance, and other items. The meeting is closed to in-person public attendance but will be aired live and streamed online.

• Proposed redevelopment of 51 South Broadway
• Proposed redevelopment of 39 Westmoreland Avenue
• City-wide IT Infrastructure Replacement/Enhancements capital project
• Proposed White Plains Noise Pollution Control Ordinance
• Proposed Recreation and Parks Schedule of User Fees for 2022

Agenda

The Capital Projects Board has recommended two new capital projects for the FY 2021-2022 program. The proposals include upgrading city-wide IT infrastructure and contracting professional services to complete the 'One White Plains' Comprehensive Plan.

• IT infrastructure replacement/enhancements estimated at $375,000
• Professional services contract with BFJ Planning for the One White Plains Comprehensive Plan up to $350,000
• Authorization of $378,750 in serial bonds for IT infrastructure project
• Authorization of $353,500 in serial bonds for the Comprehensive Plan project
• Proposed Noise Pollution Control Ordinance regulating construction, landscaping, and leaf blower use

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review several applications for exterior modifications, including a solar panel installation, new signage, and building changes. The board will decide on these proposals, which range from residential solar panels to commercial signage and exterior renovations.

• Ragusa Residence: 15.750 kW solar panel roof system at 9 Milford Ave
• Shah's Halal Food: wall sign at 40 Mamaroneck Ave
• Sam's of Gedney Way: exterior changes at 52 Gedney Way
• Dunkin: entrance canopies, exterior painting, lighting, and signs at 425 Central Ave
• Cherico Residence: rear addition for office and living space at 312 Battle Ave

The White Plains Design Review Board approved a wall sign for Shah's Halal Food with conditions, recommended approval for exterior changes at Sam's of Gedney Way and Dunkin' canopies/lighting, approved Dunkin' exterior signs with conditions, and recommended approval for a residential addition. The Ragusa Residence solar panel application was adjourned at the applicant's request.

• Approved Shah's Halal Food wall sign with conditions (facade repair, backer panel max 2", no visible wires, separate electrical permit)
• Recommended approval of Sam's of Gedney Way exterior changes and awnings
• Recommended approval of Dunkin' entrance canopies, painting, and lighting with dimmable lighting requirement
• Approved Dunkin' exterior signs with conditions (opaque ground sign background, no visible wires, separate electrical permit)
• Recommended approval of Cherico Residence rear addition
• Adjourned Ragusa Residence solar panel application at applicant's request

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The White Plains Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from November 2021 and discuss old business including holiday events, the Ebersole Ice Rink scoreboard, and the summer camp lottery. New business includes reviewing the fee schedule and budget, capital projects for 2022-23, and the recreation administrator and supervisor positions. The meeting is via Zoom.

• Fee schedule and budget review
• Capital projects for 2022-23
• Recreation Administrator and Recreation Supervisor positions
• Ebersole Ice Rink scoreboard
• Harriet Tubman statue

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission is discussing several resident requests for new parking restrictions, crosswalks, and stop signs. The body is also reviewing site plan extensions and modifications for properties in City Square and on North Broadway.

• Proposed 'No Parking 10AM to 11AM' zone on east side of Smith Avenue from Davis Avenue to 27 Smith Avenue
• Request for all-way stop at Hall Avenue and George Avenue
• Request for one-way northbound traffic on Grandview Avenue between Prescott Avenue and Thomas Place during school hours
• Site plan extension and canopy/parking modifications for 50 Main Street, 34 S. Lexington Avenue, and 1-11 Martine Avenue
• Site plan extension for exterior building signage at One North Broadway

The White Plains Transportation Commission approved several staff recommendations, including a new 'No Parking 10AM to 11AM' restriction on Smith Avenue, a recommendation to clear vegetation on Bryant Avenue for pedestrian access, and a decision to defer accessible pedestrian signals at Old Mamaroneck Road and Miles Avenue to a future capital project. The commission also approved a one-year extension for the City Square site plan and a second-year extension for signage at 2 North Broadway. Two items—an all-way stop at Hall and George Avenues and a temporary one-way on Grandview Avenue—were held for further review.

• Approved 'No Parking 10AM-11AM' on east side of Smith Avenue from Davis Avenue to 27 Smith Avenue
• Approved recommendation to clear vegetation on Bryant Avenue for pedestrian access
• Approved deferring accessible pedestrian signals at Old Mamaroneck Road and Miles Avenue to future capital project
• Approved one-year extension for City Square site plan amendment at 50 Main St, 34 S. Lexington Ave, 1-11 Martine Ave
• Approved second-year extension for site plan amendment at 2 North Broadway
• Held all-way stop request at Hall and George Avenues for sight line review
• Held temporary one-way request on Grandview Avenue for further observations

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss an application to designate the Jonathan Purdy Family Burial Ground at 1150 Mamaroneck Avenue as a local historic landmark. No other public hearings or administrative items are listed for this meeting.

• Designation of Jonathan Purdy Family Burial Ground (1150 Mamaroneck Avenue) as a local historic landmark

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss one primary application. The body will review the designation of a specific site as a local historic landmark.

• Discussion of application to designate the Jonathan Purdy Family Burial Ground at 1150 Mamaroneck Avenue as a local historic landmark

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board met on January 18, 2022, and took action on two items: it had no objection to one-year extensions for site plan amendments at City Square (50 Main Street) and White Plains Plaza (One North Broadway). The board also scheduled no public hearings and adjourned four other applications to its February 15, 2022 meeting, including a new 12-unit apartment building at Kensico Apartments and a four-lot subdivision at 334 West Street.

• No objection to one-year extension of site plan amendment at City Square (50 Main Street) for canopy, parking/loading changes, and landscape/walkway modifications
• No objection to one-year extension of site plan amendment at White Plains Plaza (One North Broadway) for exterior building signs
• Deferred to Feb 15: Site plan for single-family house at 66 Liberty Place (R2-4 district, environmentally sensitive site)
• Deferred to Feb 15: Site plan amendment at 135 Saxon Woods Road to legalize walls, driveway alterations, patio, new bridge/deck, stormwater controls
• Deferred to Feb 15: Site plan for three-story, 12-unit apartment building at Kensico Apartments (60 South Kensico Avenue)

The White Plains Planning Board voted unanimously to send letters to the Common Council stating no objection to two one-year extensions: one for the City Square project's site plan amendment (including a new canopy, parking/loading changes, and landscaping) and one for the White Plains Plaza signage package. The board also adopted the December 21, 2021 meeting minutes. No public hearings were held.

• Adopted December 21, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sending no-objection letter for City Square site plan extension and amendments (6-0)
• Approved sending no-objection letter for White Plains Plaza signage extension (6-0)

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for January 17, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 21, 2022. This agenda contains only procedural notice of cancellation.

• January 17, 2022 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for February 21, 2022

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board will review seven applications, including new signage for The Whale Tea and Valley Bank, a solar panel installation, and site plan amendments/extensions for properties on Main Street, Broadway, and South Broadway. All items are for discussion and decision at this meeting.

• New wall sign for The Whale Tea at 148A Mamaroneck Ave
• 15.750 kW rooftop solar system at 9 Milford Ave
• Two illuminated wall signs for Valley Bank at 464 Mamaroneck Ave
• Sign replacement at 12 Water Street (name change to Valley Bank)
• Site plan approval extension and amendment for MG RMC, LLC at 50 Main Street

The White Plains Design Review Board approved several applications, including a wall sign for The Whale Tea, illuminated signs for Valley Bank at two locations, and site plan extensions for MG RMC and 44 So Broadway. A solar panel application for Ragusa Residence was adjourned at the applicant's request. The board recommended approval for the MG RMC site plan amendment and the 44 So Broadway garage painting.

• Approved The Whale Tea wall sign with condition to replace raceway rails (22-1)
• Adjourned Ragusa Residence solar panel application at applicant's request (22-2)
• Approved Valley Bank illuminated signs at 464 Mamaroneck Ave with condition to change to pan sign (22-3)
• Approved Valley Bank sign replacement at 12 Water Street with condition to reduce sizes (22-4)
• Recommended approval of MG RMC site plan extension and amendment (22-5)
• Reviewed WPP Owner site plan extension with no comment (22-6)
• Recommended approval of 44 So Broadway garage spandrel painting (22-7)

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning will hold a public hearing on January 5, 2022, to consider several applications for area variances and extensions. These include a shed dormer addition, front yard porches, and extensions for previously approved projects. The board will also review a special use permit request for a community residence.

• Z-2021-20A: Shed dormer addition at 56 Greenridge Avenue, variance for accessory structure height (5'-0" variance)
• Z-2021-46: Front yard porch at 18 Cobb Avenue, variance for main building coverage (2% variance)
• Z-2021-47: One-year extension for new building at 146 Westmoreland Avenue
• Z-2021-48: Two-year extension for hotel at 441 Central Avenue
• Z-2021-45: Special use permit for community residence at 80 Waller Avenue

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning granted three applications: a front yard porch at 18 Cobb Avenue, a one-year extension for a new building at 146 Westmoreland Avenue, and a two-year extension for a hotel at 441 Central Avenue. The application for a shed dormer at 56 Greenridge Avenue was adjourned. Two new applications were scheduled for a hearing on February 2, 2022.

• Granted area variance for front yard porch at 18 Cobb Avenue (Z-2021-46)
• Granted one-year extension for new building at 146 Westmoreland Avenue (Z-2021-47)
• Granted two-year extension for hotel at 441 Central Avenue (Z-2021-48)
• Adjourned shed dormer application at 56 Greenridge Avenue (Z-2021-20A)
• Scheduled hearing for porch at 9 McBride Avenue for 2/02/2022 (Z-2021-44)
• Scheduled hearing for special use permit at 80 Waller Avenue for 2/02/2022 (Z-2021-45)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and votes on two land-use matters: an amendment to Pace University's special permit to remove three residential lots from its campus area, and a special permit for a nursery school at Temple Israel Center. The council will also vote on several ordinances, including a $227,250 bond for fire alarm replacement, acceptance of grants and donations, and a bond refunding.

• Public hearing and resolution to amend Pace University's special permit at 78 North Broadway, removing three residential lots adjacent to 25 Crane Avenue
• Public hearing and resolution for a special permit for a nursery school at Temple Israel Center, 280 Old Mamaroneck Road
• Bond ordinance authorizing $227,250 for fire alarm system replacement
• Acceptance of $125,000 HUD Fair Housing Initiatives Program grant
• Extension of special permit and site plan for Hale WP Owner, LLC at 97-111 and 100-114 Hale Avenue

Agenda

The Common Council is reviewing a request from WPP Owner LLC, owner of White Plains Plaza, for a one-year extension to a previously approved site plan amendment for exterior building signage. The property is located on North Broadway between Hamilton Avenue and Main Street. The request was submitted by Cuddy & Feder and referred to city departments for review.

• One-year extension request for approved site plan amendment
• Exterior building signage at White Plains Plaza
• Property at One North Broadway, Section 125.68, Block 5, Lot 5
• Referrals to city departments and boards for review

Agenda

The Common Council is considering an amendment to Pace University's Special Use Permit to allow the sale of three residential parcels at 27, 31, and 33 Crane Avenue, reducing the campus lot size by 36,574 square feet. City departments, the Planning Board, and the Design Review Board have reviewed the request and reported no objections. The council will also consider appointments to the Youth Board, Library Board of Trustees, and Planning Board.

• Pace University special permit amendment to remove 27, 31, and 33 Crane Avenue from campus property
• Campus lot size reduction of 36,574 sq ft (0.8 acres) from 11.1 to 10.3 acres
• Appointment of Vincent Fields to the Youth Board
• Appointment of Diane H. Tabakman to the Library Board of Trustees for a three-year term (2022-2024)
• Appointment of John Kirkpatrick to the Planning Board until December 31, 2024

Agenda

The applicant is seeking a minor site plan amendment to extend the existing approval for the City Square project by twelve months. The request cites delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and slow retail development due to vacant storefronts.

• Request for 12-month extension of Site Plan Approval originally granted July 1, 2019
• Proposed minor modifications including a new steel canopy and planters at 34 South Lexington Avenue
• Plan to eliminate two ADA parking spaces on Main Street and modify the Martine Avenue deceleration lane
• Application fee of $288.00 submitted for the site plan amendment