White Plains public meetings in 2023

Transportation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several requests for traffic changes, including new turn restrictions and lane regulations. The agenda also includes several items referred from the Common Council regarding hospital zoning and site plan extensions.

• Proposed 'No Left Turn' restriction from Waldo Avenue onto Central Avenue
• Proposed left-turn only designation for Shapham Place at Dekalb Avenue
• White Plains Hospital Center request to re-zone three parcels from B-3 to O-R District
• White Plains Hospital Center request to discontinue a portion of Davis Avenue
• Toll Brothers, Inc. request for site plan and special permit extensions at 80 Westchester Avenue

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved site plan applications for two residential properties. The board also reviewed referrals for the Common Council regarding a new zoning district for the former Galleria and a city map amendment.

• Approved site plan for new driveway at 56 Primrose Street
• Approved site plan for single family house at 1024 Hall Avenue
• No objection to one-year extension for mixed-use project at Adora Row, 80 Westchester Avenue
• No objection to rezoning the former Galleria from B-6 to a new Transit Development-2 District (TD-2)
• No objection to discontinuing Davis Avenue between Maple Avenue and Post Road

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting originally scheduled for December 18, 2023, was cancelled. The next meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, January 15, 2024.

Capital Projects Board

The Capital Projects Board will review and adopt the Rolling Stock Plan and the Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2024-2030. These plans outline the city's capital investments and equipment purchases over the next seven years.

• Adopt Rolling Stock Plan FY2024-2030
• Adopt Capital Improvement Program FY2024-2030

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review several resubmitted applications, including a special use permit for a T-Mobile public utility antenna facility, signage for Etain, Melting Pot, and Main Restaurant Lounge, and a new site plan and special permit extension for Adora Row. These are design review items, not final approvals.

• T-Mobile Northeast, LLC: Special use permit for public utility antenna facility at 3 Barker Ave (resubmitted)
• Etain: Wall sign installation at 75 Mamaroneck Ave (resubmitted)
• Melting Pot: New signage on existing canopy at 28 Mamaroneck Ave (resubmitted)
• Main Restaurant Lounge Inc: Replacement of windows with folding windows facing city-owned park at 19 Court Street (resubmitted)
• Adora Row: Site plan and special permit extension at 70 Westchester Ave (new)

Capital Projects Board

The Capital Projects Board will review requests for the 2024-2030 Capital Improvement Program. These requests involve several city departments including Public Works, Information Technology, and Parks and Recreation.

• Review of 2024-2030 Capital Improvement Program requests
• Departmental requests for Library Fund, IT, Parking, Recreation and Parks, Public Works, Sewer Rent Fund, and Water Fund

Agenda

The Historic Preservation Commission is recommending the White Plains Masonic Lodge No. 473 Temple at 262 Martine Avenue for designation as a local landmark. The resolution outlines the property's historical significance and how it meets the criteria for landmark status under city code.

• Recommendation to designate White Plains Masonic Lodge No. 473 Temple at 262 Martine Avenue as a local landmark
• Property evaluated for design, scale, material, workmanship, and spatial qualities
• Commission initiated the recommendation per Municipal Code Section 9-6-3(a)(1)

Agenda

The Common Council adopted a $1,515,000 bond for elevator modernization in a municipal garage, approved a zoning map amendment for 290 Ferris Avenue, and scheduled public hearings for January 2024 on White Plains Hospital Center's zoning and street discontinuance requests. The council also authorized a franchise for Uniti National LLC to build a fiber optic network, increased parking meter rates, and approved a 17-year lease for the Adult Community Center at Armory Plaza.

• Bond ordinance for $1,515,000 to finance elevator system installation/reconstruction in a municipal garage (adopted 7-0)
• Zoning map amendment for 290 Ferris Avenue from R2-4 Residential to LI Light Industrial District (public hearing opened/closed)
• Non-exclusive franchise granted to Uniti National, LLC for fiber optic telecommunications system (adopted 7-0)
• Ordinance increasing parking meter rates and fine for elapsed time in garages (adopted 7-0)
• Resolution scheduling public hearing for January 2, 2024 on White Plains Hospital Center's zoning map amendment and street discontinuance of Davis Avenue

Agenda

The Common Council is considering adoption of the draft One White Plains (OneWP) Comprehensive Plan, a long-range policy document guiding growth, housing, infrastructure, and services through 2024 and beyond. The plan includes six thematic elements: connectWP, greenWP, liveWP, playWP, strengthenWP, and workWP. Public input from over 2,000 comments shaped the vision and initiatives.

• Plan includes initiatives for equitable housing, sustainable development, and improved public realm
• Vision statement emphasizes a welcoming, inclusive community with diverse housing and transportation
• Implementation roadmap categorizes initiatives as short-, medium-, or long-term
• Community engagement included listening tours, workshops, and Spanish-language events

Agenda

The Common Council adopted ordinances and resolutions on a range of items including a $1,515,000 bond for municipal garage elevator reconstruction, zoning map amendments for 290 Ferris Avenue and White Plains Hospital parcels, and a franchise for Uniti National fiber optics. Public hearings were held for an amended site plan at 315-317 North Street and a zoning change at 290 Ferris Avenue. Several items were tabled, including a site plan extension for 60 South Broadway.

• Bond ordinance authorizing $1,515,000 for elevator system installation/reconstruction in a municipal garage (adopted 7-0)
• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for 290 Ferris Avenue from R2-4 Residential to LI Light Industrial District
• Resolution scheduling a January 2, 2024 public hearing on White Plains Hospital zoning map amendment and Davis Avenue discontinuance
• Ordinance granting non-exclusive franchise to Uniti National, LLC for fiber optic telecommunications system (adopted 7-0)
• Resolution of no objection to Westchester County IDA tax exemptions for 296 residential units at 20 Haarlem Avenue, 27 Holland Avenue, and 7-11 Holland Avenue

Agenda

The City of White Plains is presenting its audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2023, as required by the City Charter. The report includes an unmodified opinion from the independent auditor PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP, and covers the city's financial position, activities, and federal grant expenditures. This is a routine annual financial disclosure, not a decision-making agenda.

• Unmodified audit opinion issued by PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP
• General Fund budget-to-actual schedules included
• Federal awards expenditures schedule and findings included
• Statistical data covers ten fiscal years (2014–2023)
• Moody's credit rating Aa1 reaffirmed January 2022

Agenda

The Board of Appeals is reviewing two applications for residential additions in the R1-5 Zone. Both requests involve area variances for properties that are currently non-conforming with setback requirements.

• Z-2023-27: Request for a 4.6-foot front yard setback variance for an addition at 124 Albemarle Road
• Z-2023-28: Request for a 0.8-foot side yard and 2.7-foot combined side yard setback variance for an addition at 132 Davis Avenue

Agenda

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to reschedule its December 4 regular meeting and two public hearings to December 11. The hearings involve a site plan amendment for the Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center and a zoning map amendment for 290 Ferris Avenue. The council will also discuss a traffic ordinance amendment and a lease modification, and receive presentations on two development projects.

• Reschedule December 4 meeting to December 11
• Reschedule public hearing for Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center site plan (315-317 North Street)
• Reschedule public hearing for zoning map amendment at 290 Ferris Avenue
• Discussion: amendment to Traffic Ordinance Article II, Section 201
• Presentation: Adora Row site plan at 70 Westchester Avenue

Agenda

The Common Council is voting to move its December 4 regular meeting to December 11. Two public hearings originally set for December 4 are also being rescheduled to December 11: one for an amended site plan for a 96-bed residential healthcare facility at 315-317 North Street (an environmentally sensitive site), and another for a zoning map amendment to expand the LI (Light Industrial) district to include 290 Ferris Avenue (currently zoned R2-4). No other substantive business is on this agenda.

• Rescheduled public hearing: Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center amended site plan for 96-bed residential healthcare facility at 315-317 North Street
• Rescheduled public hearing: zoning map amendment to expand LI district to 290 Ferris Avenue (currently R2-4)
• Meeting moved from Dec. 4 to Dec. 11, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. in Common Council Chamber, 255 Main Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board reviewed site plan applications and zoning petitions. The board recommended approval for a zoning map amendment for White Plains Hospital and a site plan extension for a 190-unit building.

• Approved special use permit for Azul Bar & Grill at 6-10 South Kensico Avenue
• Approved site plan amendment for a pool, patio, and driveway at 101 Hillair Circle
• Recommended approval of zoning map amendments for White Plains Hospital
• No objection to a one-year site plan extension for a 190-unit building at 39 Westmoreland Avenue
• No objection to a 6,000sf MRI equipment addition at New York Presbyterian Hospital

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will review a referral from the Common Council regarding an amended site plan for a five-story building at 315-317 North Street. The board will also discuss updates to the 'Green White Plains, Sustainability and Environment' chapter of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Amended site plan for Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center, 315-317 North Street
• Site plan for a single family house at 1024 Hall Avenue
• Site plan amendment for a pool, patio, and driveway at 101 Hillair Circle
• Site plan application for a new driveway at 56 Primrose Street
• Discussion regarding Comprehensive Plan updates

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review several new and resubmitted applications, including a hospital site plan amendment, a zoning map change, and various signage and building modifications. The board will also consider a one-year extension for a previously approved development project.

• Special use permit for T-Mobile antenna facility at 3 Barker Ave (resubmitted)
• New York Presbyterian Hospital: ~6,000 sq ft addition at 1111 Westchester Ave for MRIs
• Zoning map amendment to reclassify 290 Ferris Ave from R2-4 to LI
• New signage at Sam's of Gedney Way (52 Gedney Way), Etain (75 Mamaroneck Ave), Melting Pot (28 Mamaroneck Ave)
• One-year extension request for MCRT Investments project at 39 Westmoreland Ave

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss updates on capital projects and community partnerships. The agenda includes reports on park improvements and upcoming city holiday events.

• Capital Project: Delfino Park Basketball Court & Picnic Shelter
• Capital Project: Battle Hill Park Pickleball Courts
• Cyber Seniors program partnership
• Rock the Block partnership with WP BID
• Camp 2024 update

Transportation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several requests regarding parking restrictions, sidewalk installations, and traffic signals. Staff recommendations include making Mamaroneck Avenue loading zones permanent and installing a stop sign at Heatherbloom Road and Oxford Road.

• Proposal to make Mamaroneym Avenue loading zone 15-minute parking permanent after 6PM
• Proposed meter restriction changes for Quarropas Street, Fisher Court, and MLK Jr. Blvd
• Recommendation to install a stop sign at Heatherbloom Road and Oxford Road
• Proposal to create two designated bus pick-up/drop-off areas on Waller Avenue and Carhart Avenue
• Common Council referral for a zoning map amendment at 290 Ferris Avenue

Agenda

The White Plains City Council is reviewing a Full Environmental Assessment Form for a proposed residential redevelopment at 39 Westmoreland Avenue. The project by MCRT Investments LLC would demolish existing commercial buildings and construct a 190-unit multi-family building with 281 parking spaces, a public plaza, and partial facade retention. The agenda item is a procedural environmental review step.

• 190-unit multi-family residential building proposed at 39 Westmoreland Avenue
• 281 parking spaces included in the project
• Existing commercial buildings to be demolished; partial facade along Westmoreland Avenue to remain
• Raised public plaza with seating and planting areas proposed
• Project requires approvals from City Council, Planning Board, Zoning Board, County Health Department, and NYSDEC

Agenda

The Common Council adopted ordinances authorizing a $606,000 bond for sanitary sewer improvements, acquiring vacant land on Tarrytown Road for $1, and accepting multiple state and federal grants for traffic safety, youth programs, and forestry. The council also approved a Sister City relationship with Chernihiv, Ukraine, and set a public hearing for a zoning map amendment at 290 Ferris Avenue. Several site plan extensions were granted for developments at 1 Water Street and 70 Westchester Avenue.

• Bond ordinance for $606,000 to finance sanitary sewer system improvements
• Acquisition of vacant land on Tarrytown Road from Westchester County for $1 for park/recreation
• Grant of $18,500 for Pedestrian Safety Initiative and $33,225 for Police Traffic Services Program
• Zoning map amendment petition for 290 Ferris Avenue to change from R2-4 to LI district; public hearing set for Dec. 4
• Third extension of site plan for 22-story mixed-use building at 1 Water Street with 301 units and $347,265 fee-in-lieu for recreation

Agenda

The Board of Appeals is reviewing applications for area variances related to residential construction. The requests include additions, a swimming pool, a porch, and a time extension for a height variance.

• Z-2023-22: One-story rear yard addition at 29 Tompkins Avenue
• Z-2023-23: Rear yard addition to convert a one-family to a two-family dwelling at 76 North Kensico Avenue
• Z-2023-24: In-ground swimming pool and patio installation at 4 Topland Road
• Z-2023-25: Front yard covered entrance porch at 5 Baylor Circle
• Z-2023-27: Second floor addition, expanded rear deck, and front porch at 124 Albemarle Road

Agenda

The Common Council will discuss a capital project for sanitary sewer maintenance, a fee increase for wreckers and towing, and establishing a sister city relationship with Chernihiv, Ukraine. A presentation will cover a zoning map amendment petition from White Plains Hospital and a request to demap part of Davis Avenue, as well as the One White Plains Comprehensive Plan. A motion is scheduled to enter executive session regarding potential employment of a particular person.

• Capital Project: Miscellaneous Sanitary Sewer FY24
• Amendment to Section 8-6-23 increasing fees for wreckers and towing
• Establishing sister city with Chernihiv, Ukraine
• White Plains Hospital petition for zoning map amendment and demapping portion of Davis Avenue
• One White Plains Comprehensive Plan

Agenda

The Board will review several resubmitted applications regarding site plans and building modifications. Items include a specialized residential healthcare facility for young adults and various signage requests.

• Elizabeth Seton Young Adult Center: amended Site Plan for a specialized residential healthcare facility at 315-317 North Street
• Mobil / Chester Market: installation of wall, cupola, pylon, and canopy signs on Hutchinson River Pkwy
• Cannabis Growers Showcase White Plains: installation of two temporary banner signs at 244 Main Street
• T-Mobile Northeast, LLC: special use permit for a public utility antenna facility at 3 Barker Ave
• The New York & Presbyterian Hospital: modifications to existing buildings at 1111 & 1129 Westchester Ave

Transportation Commission

The Commission will review several requests regarding street signage, sidewalk installations, and parking regulations. Staff recommendations for various intersections and residential streets will be presented for consideration.

• Proposed stop sign or lane elimination at Cemetery Road and Ferris Avenue
• Proposed metered parking on south side of Quarropas Street near Slater Center
• Proposed all-way stop at Harwood Avenue and Tompkins Street
• Installation of a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon at Old Mamaroneck Road and Shapham Place
• Site plan extensions for One Water Street, LLC and Saber-North White Plains, LLC

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board approved several items including a site plan amendment for a swimming pool at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue, one-year extensions for developments at 126 Woodcrest Avenue, 70 Westchester Avenue, and 1 Water Street, and a zoning map amendment for 290 Ferris Avenue. The board also recommended approval of a 96-bed specialized care facility at 315-317 North Street. Several other applications were adjourned or remain pending.

• Approved site plan amendment for in-ground swimming pool at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue
• No objection to zoning map amendment for 290 Ferris Avenue from R2-4 to LI Light Industrial
• Recommended approval of 96-bed specialized care facility at 315-317 North Street (Elizabeth Seton Young Adult Center)
• Approved one-year extensions for mixed-use development at 70 Westchester Avenue and 301-unit residential at 1 Water Street
• Adjourned site plan applications for 1024 Hall Avenue, 101 Hillair Circle, and others

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will review a referral from the Common Council regarding an amended site plan for a five-story building at 315-317 North Street. The board will also discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Amended site plan for Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center, 315-317 North Street
• Site plan for a single family house at 1024 Hall Avenue
• Site plan amendment for a pool and driveway at 101 Hillair Circle
• Site plan application for a new driveway at 56 Primrose Street
• Site plan amendment for a house addition at 154 Purdy Avenue

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning will hold a public hearing on October 11, 2023, to consider eight applications for area variances. The proposals include residential additions, a front-yard driveway, a deck legalization, a pool, and a porch, as well as a commercial addition for NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Each application involves properties that are legally non-conforming and seeks relief from specific zoning requirements.

• Z-2023-16: Richard & Rebecca Zisholtz, 53 Midchester Ave – two-story side yard addition with garage, requiring 4 variances (building coverage, side/rear setbacks).
• Z-2023-17: Terry Potillo, 56 Primrose St – front-yard driveway with retaining walls, seeking variance from Section 8.6.1.4 (parking in front yard).
• Z-2023-19: Ovidio Levis, 24 McBride Ave – legalization of rear deck, requiring 3 variances (side yard, combined side yards, accessory structure separation).
• Z-2023-21: NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, 1111 & 1129 Westchester Ave – 6,119 sq ft side yard addition, seeking variances for building coverage and FAR.
• Z-2023-23: FSB 1953 LLC, 76 North Kensico Ave – rear yard addition to convert single-family to two-family dwelling, requiring 3 variances (lot frontage, side yards).

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board will review several applications for signage, awnings, and building modifications, including a new specialized residential healthcare facility and two one-year extensions for previously approved developments. The board will also consider a resubmitted special use permit for a T-Mobile antenna facility.

• Thai Den Restaurant: replace panel sign and new hanging sign at 2 Westchester Ave
• Longview Apartments: install 2 awnings and change exterior color at 39 Longview Ave
• Mobil/Chester Market: install 10 signs at Hutchinson River Pkwy
• Elizabeth Seton Young Adult Center: amended site plan for specialized residential healthcare facility at 315-317 North St
• Saber - North White Plains, LLC: 1-year extension for mixed-use development at 70 Westchester Ave

Historic Preservation Commission

The White Plains Historic Preservation Commission is holding a public hearing to consider designating the White Plains Greenway and the Masonic Lodge No. 473 Temple as local landmarks. The commission will also continue discussions on several other properties and announce a future meeting date.

• Public hearing: White Plains Greenway (between Gedney Way and Bryant Avenue) local landmark designation
• Public hearing: White Plains Masonic Lodge No. 473 Temple, 262 Martine Avenue local landmark designation
• Continued discussion: Lawyers Westchester Mortgage & Title Co. Building, 235 Main Street
• Continued discussion: Grace Episcopal Church, 33 Church St.
• Continued discussion: 90 Greenridge Ave.

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is reviewing an application for amended Site Plan Approval for the Elizabeth Seton Young Adult Center, a specialized residential health care facility for medically fragile young adults ages 18-35 at 315-317 North Street. The Council will consider the site plan, environmentally sensitive site designation, and SEQRA approvals, and may schedule a public hearing.

• Proposed 5-story, 110,930 sq ft building with 96 beds at 315-317 North Street
• 124 parking spaces proposed for the new facility
• Project located on a 23-acre site within the Planned Healthcare Campus Development District Zone
• Council to act on Amended Site Plan Approval, Environmentally Sensitive Site designation, and SEQRA approvals

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council held a regular meeting with several public hearings and votes. They approved a special permit for an accessory cabaret at Don Coqui, authorized the purchase of 115 tasers, and accepted multiple grants, including a $400,000 federal grant for a Vision Zero Action Plan. The council also adopted ordinances on leaf blower regulations and various administrative items.

• Approved special permit for accessory cabaret at Don Coqui, 107 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Authorized agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for purchase of 115 tasers
• Accepted $400,000 USDOT Safe Streets and Roads for All grant for Vision Zero Action Plan
• Adopted ordinance amending leaf blower regulations (vote 4-3)
• Scheduled public hearing for Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center site plan at 315-317 North Street

Agenda

The Common Council voted 6-0 to authorize submitting an application to the New York State Downtown Revitalization Grant Program. They also discussed capital project storage racks for personal protection equipment and heard presentations on a Ferris Avenue zoning petition and a concept plan for the Galleria.

• Ordinance authorizing application to NYS Downtown Revitalization Grant Program (adopted 6-0)
• Discussion of capital project: personal protection equipment storage racks
• Presentation on proposed zoning petition for a parcel on Ferris Avenue
• Presentation on concept plan for the Galleria

Agenda

The Common Council will consider an ordinance to apply for a state downtown revitalization grant, discuss a capital project for PPE storage racks, and hear a presentation on a zoning petition for a Ferris Avenue parcel. A conceptual presentation for the Galleria redevelopment, called The District Galleria, will also be given, proposing 3,200 residences, 228,940 sq ft of retail, and 46% open space.

• Ordinance authorizing application to New York State Downtown Revitalization Grant Program (adopted 6-0)
• Capital project discussion: personal protection equipment storage racks
• Zoning petition presentation for a parcel on Ferris Avenue
• Conceptual presentation for The District Galleria: 3,200 residences, 384 affordable units, 228,940 sq ft retail, 46% open space

White Plains Urban Renewal Agency

The Agency is considering a license agreement for White Plains Hospital to use 60 East Post Road for outdoor parking and storage. The meeting also includes resolutions to adopt the FY 2023-2024 administrative budget and amend the federal inception-to-date budget.

• License agreement with White Plains Hospital Medical Center for 60 East Post Road at $24,000 annual fee
• Adoption of FY 2023-2024 Annual Administrative Budget totaling $61,000
• Amendment to the Combined Federal Inception-to-Date Budget, increasing total revenues to $89,827,095
• Reaffirmation of Agency mission statement and approval of the annual report

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review several new and resubmitted applications for signage, building modifications, and special permits. Notable items include a proposed 6,118-square-foot imaging annex at New York-Presbyterian Hospital requiring area variances, and a special permit for a cabaret use at Don Coqui. The board will also consider a rooftop play area expansion for Kiddie Academy and a public utility antenna facility for T-Mobile.

• New York-Presbyterian Hospital: one-story, ~6,118 sq ft imaging annex at 1111 Westchester Ave, requiring area variance for building coverage and F.A.R.
• New York-Presbyterian Hospital: modifications to existing building at 1111 & 1129 Westchester Ave.
• Don Coqui / DC White Plains, LLC: special permit for cabaret use at 107 Mamaroneck Ave.
• Kiddie Academy: expansion of play area on garage roof at 222 Bloomingdale Rd.
• T-Mobile Northeast, LLC: special use permit for public utility antenna facility at 3 Barker Ave.

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss capital projects for Gardella Pool, Delfino Park basketball court and picnic shelter, and Battle Hill Park pickleball courts, as well as new fall/winter programs, Halloween events, a pollinator meadow on Rt. 119, and dog park ideas. The agenda includes old business follow-ups and a resident comment on dog parks. Upcoming events include a concert, Halloween movie, and Veterans Day ceremony.

• Capital project: Gardella Pool
• Capital project: Delfino Park basketball court & picnic shelter
• Capital project: Battle Hill Park pickleball courts
• Pollinator meadow on Rt. 119
• Halloween events: movie on Court St, Pumpkin Patch at Gillie Park, Trunk n Treat parade downtown

Transportation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several resident requests regarding street safety, including stop sign installations and sidewalk improvements. The meeting also addresses proposed changes to parking regulations and a special permit for a cabaret use at 107 Mamaroneck Avenue.

• Proposed 'Cabaret' use special permit for 107 Mamaroneck Avenue (Don Coqui)
• Request for stop sign at Cemetery Road and Ferris Avenue
• Request for two-way traffic at the Fisher Lane underpass
• Proposal for new metered parking spaces on Quarropas Street near Slater Center
• Request for a handicapped parking space near 38 Brockway Place

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board took several actions at its September 19, 2023 meeting. It scheduled public hearings for October 17 on a T-Mobile antenna facility at 3 Barker Avenue and a restaurant special use permit for Azul Bar & Grill at 6-10 South Kensico Avenue. The board also approved extensions and amendments, including a one-year extension for a subdivision at 106 Old Mamaroneck Road and two Verizon Wireless antenna upgrades. Several site plan applications were adjourned to the next meeting.

• Public hearing scheduled for T-Mobile Northeast LLC special permit for antenna facility at 3 Barker Avenue (CB-4 district)
• Public hearing scheduled for Azul Bar & Grill special use permit for restaurant at 6-10 South Kensico Avenue (B-3 district)
• Approved one-year extension of two-lot subdivision approval at 106 Old Mamaroneck Road
• Approved Verizon Wireless special permit amendments to upgrade cellular antenna facilities at 1 North Broadway and 70 Ferris Avenue
• No objection to Don Coqui accessory cabaret special permit at 107 Mamaroneck Avenue

Conservation Board

The Board will review several site plan amendments for residential properties involving driveways, pools, and house additions. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding updates to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Site Plan Amendment for a single family house at 1024 Hall Avenue
• Site Plan Amendment for an in-ground swimming pool, patio, and driveway at 101 Hillair Circle
• Site Plan Application for a new driveway at 56 Primrose Street
• Discussion regarding Comprehensive Plan updates
• Status reports for 49 Rockledge Avenue and Farrell Estates at Ridgeway

Historic Preservation Commission

The White Plains Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss several properties, including setting public hearings for the White Plains Greenway Upper Portion and the Masonic Lodge, and continuing discussions on other buildings. No public hearings or administrative items are scheduled for this meeting.

• White Plains Greenway Upper Portion – discussion/setting of public hearing
• White Plains Masonic Lodge No. 473 Temple, 262 Martine Ave. – discussion/setting of public hearing
• Lawyers Westchester Mortgage & Title Co. Building, 235 Main Street – discussion
• Grace Episcopal Church, 33 Church St. – continued discussion
• 90 Greenridge Ave. – continued discussion

Agenda

The Board of Appeals is reviewing five applications for area variances related to residential construction. Three applicants will appear to request variances for a side yard addition, a front yard driveway, and an extension of a prior approval. Two additional applications, for legalizing a deck and constructing a second-floor addition, are listed as new applications with no appearance scheduled.

• Z-2023-16: Richard and Rebecca Zisholtz, 53 Midchester Avenue — two-story side yard addition with garage, requiring variances for building coverage, side yard setbacks, and rear yard setback
• Z-2023-17: Terry Potillo, 56 Primrose Street — front yard driveway with retaining walls, seeking variance from Section 8.6.1.4 of the Zoning Ordinance
• Z-2023-18: Eric & Jayne Schmidt, 93 Stratford Avenue — one-year extension of a resolution for a partial second-floor addition
• Z-2023-19: Mr. Ovidio Levis, 24 McBride Avenue — legalization of a rear yard deck, requiring variances for side yard setbacks and accessory structure separation
• Z-2023-20: Joash & Amy Vedantham, 45 Thompson Avenue — second-floor addition, storage shed, and rear yard deck, requiring variances for combined side yard setback and parking space setback

The Board of Appeals granted a one-year extension for a partial second floor addition at 93 Stratford Avenue. Other applications for residential additions and a driveway were adjourned, while three new applications were scheduled for October 4, 2023.

• Granted one-year extension for partial second floor addition at 93 Stratford Avenue (Z-2023-18)
• Adjourned application for two-story side yard addition at 53 Midchester Avenue (Z-2023-16)
• Adjourned application for front yard driveway at 56 Primrose Street (Z-2023-17)
• Scheduled deck legalization at 24 McBride Avenue for 10/04/2023 (Z-2023-19)
• Scheduled addition and shed construction at 45 Thompson Avenue for 10/04/2023 (Z-2023-20)
• Scheduled 6,119 square foot addition at 1111 Westchester Avenue for 10/04/2023 (Z-2023-21)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council held a regular meeting on September 5, 2023, with a public hearing and multiple votes. The council approved a special permit and site plan for a Pepe Auto Group motor vehicle showroom at 1 and 25 Aqueduct Road, adopted several bond ordinances to fund capital projects (HVAC replacement, culvert repairs, storm water drainage, and Mount Hope Plaza improvements), and authorized grants for youth employment and child care bonuses. Several items were introduced for future action, including a cabaret special permit for Don Coqui and a site plan extension for a Haarlem/Holland Avenue development.

• Approved special permit and site plan for Pepe Auto Group motor vehicle showroom at 1 and 25 Aqueduct Road
• Adopted $1,212,000 bond for HVAC replacement in Public Safety Building (Capital Project C5610)
• Adopted $1,010,000 bond for culvert reconstruction/replacement (Capital Project C5629)
• Adopted $1,737,200 bond for storm water drainage reconstruction (Capital Project C5630)
• Authorized $139,005 grant from Westchester/Putnam Workforce Investment Board for Youth Bureau Youth Employment Services

Agenda

The Common Council is reviewing a site plan and special permit application for a new Porsche car dealership at 1 & 25 Aqueduct Road. The Department of Building, Design Review Board, and Planning Department all recommend approval. The Planning Department recommends approval subject to conditions including native landscaping, a construction management plan, and stormwater maintenance agreements.

• Site plan and special permit for Porsche dealership at 1 & 25 Aqueduct Road
• Proposed 39,735 sq ft, 3-story building with 108 parking spaces
• Planning Department recommends approval with conditions (native landscaping, construction management plan)
• Design Review Board recommends approval with comment on dimming red accent lighting
• Department of Building has no objection to approval

Capital Projects Board

The Capital Projects Board is meeting to consider an amendment to the FY 23-24 Capital Improvement Program that would add a new project, 'Mt Hope Plaza Improvements,' with a budget of $2,750,000. Funding would come from Westchester County's Housing Implementation Fund. The board will vote on this amendment and then adjourn.

• Amendment to add 'Mt Hope Plaza Improvements' project at $2,750,000
• Funding from Westchester County's Housing Implementation Fund

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review several applications for signage, awnings, and a new building. Items include temporary banners, sign refacing, a fabric awning, a wall sign, an awning recovery, a new three-story building, and a one-year extension for a site plan approval.

• Temporary marketing banners at 275 Main Street (resubmitted)
• Reface two ground signs at 10 Bank Street (resubmitted)
• Fabric awning over door at 392 North Street (new)
• Wall sign at 41 Mamaroneck Ave (new)
• New 3-story building over parking at 443 Main Street (resubmitted)

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for August 21, 2023, was cancelled. The Board is currently reviewing site plan amendments for properties on Hall Avenue, Purdy Avenue, and Hillair Circle.

• Site Plan Amendment for a single family house at 1024 Hall Avenue
• Site Plan Amendment for a house addition at 154 Purdy Avenue
• Site Plan Amendment for a swimming pool, patio, and driveway at 101 Hillair Circle
• Public hearings for all listed projects scheduled for September 19, 2023

Capital Projects Board

The Capital Projects Board is meeting to consider two amendments to the FY 23-24 Capital Improvement Program. The first would add a $1,000,000 project for Eagle Court Culvert Repair, and the second would add a $130,000 project for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Replacement, with $110,000 funded by a NYSERDA grant. The board will vote on these items and then adjourn.

• Amendment to add Eagle Court Culvert Repair project at $1,000,000
• Amendment to add Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Replacement project at $130,000
• NYSERDA grant funding of $110,000 for EV charging stations

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board approved a special permit for a public utility antenna at 5 Barker Avenue, a one-year extension for site plans at 221-227 West Street, and a site plan for 13 Elmwood Road. A public hearing was scheduled for September 19 on a site plan amendment for an in-ground swimming pool, patio, and driveway at 101 Hillair Circle. Several other site plan items were adjourned.

• 101 Hillair Circle: public hearing scheduled for Sept 19 for in-ground swimming pool, patio, driveway (environmentally sensitive site)
• 5 Barker Avenue: special permit for public utility antenna approved
• 13 Elmwood Road: site plan amendment for regrading of rear yard approved
• 221-227 West Street: one-year extension of site plan approvals for three lots approved
• 56 Primrose Street: site plan application for new driveway adjourned

The Planning Board approved a special permit for a public utility antenna facility despite resident objections. The board also approved a yard regrading project and granted two site plan extensions.

• Approved Special Permit for Dish Wireless antenna facility at 5 Barker Avenue (5-1)
• Approved site plan amendment for rear yard regrading at 13 Elmwood Road (Unanimous)
• Approved one-year site plan extension for 221-227 West Street (Unanimous)
• Voted to notify Common Council of no objection to a one-year extension for 20 Haarlem Ave, 27 Holland Ave, and 7-11 Holland Ave (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 101 Hillair Circle site plan amendment for September 19, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Adjourned matter regarding in-ground pool installation at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue

Historic Preservation Commission

The White Plains Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss several properties, including continued discussions on 90 Greenridge Ave., Grace Episcopal Church, the White Plains Greenway, and the Masonic Lodge Temple. No public hearings or administrative items are scheduled. The meeting is primarily a discussion session with no formal decisions listed.

• 90 Greenridge Ave. – continued discussion
• Grace Episcopal Church, 33 Church St. – continued discussion
• White Plains Greenway – continued discussion
• White Plains Masonic Lodge No. 473 Temple, 262 Martine Ave. – discussion

Agenda

The Common Council will hold public hearings on special permits for a cabaret at Colombian House (175 Main Street) and outdoor dining at Casa Tacos (166A Mamaroneck Avenue). It will also consider first-reading ordinances for multiple capital projects, including renovations to fire facilities, city facilities, and the Public Safety Building training room, as well as the installation of six EV charging stations at the Chester Maple Parking Lot. Additionally, the council will vote on bond ordinances totaling $1.363 million for park and recreation areas and city-owned buildings, and on settlements for two lawsuits.

• Public hearing for a cabaret special permit at Colombian House, 175 Main Street (FEDA Restaurant Corp.)
• Public hearing for outdoor dining special permit at 166A Mamaroneck Avenue (Casa Tacos Corp.)
• First reading of ordinances for capital projects: Fire Facilities Renovations FY23 (C5613), City-Wide IT Infrastructure (C5622), Renovations to City Facilities FY24 (C5623), Public Safety Building Training Room (C5624), Battle Hill Park Pickleball Courts (C5625), Slater Center Playground Improvements (C5626), Municipal Parking Structure Rehabilitation FY24 (C5627)
• Bond ordinance authorizing $454,000 for park and recreational areas
• Bond ordinance authorizing $909,000 for construction/reconstruction of city-owned buildings

Agenda

The Board of Appeals is not meeting in August 2023; appearances are scheduled for September 6, 2023. Two variance applications are on the agenda: one for a side yard addition at 53 Midchester Avenue, and another for a front yard driveway at 56 Primrose Street.

• Z-2023-16: Richard and Rebecca Zisholtz seek variances for a two-story side yard addition at 53 Midchester Avenue
• Z-2023-17: Terry Potillo seeks a variance for a front yard driveway at 56 Primrose Street
• Proposed addition at 53 Midchester Avenue would increase non-conformities in lot coverage and setbacks
• Driveway at 56 Primrose Street would violate zoning ordinance Section 8.6.1.4 regarding front yard parking

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The Recreation Advisory Committee received a summer report covering completed renovations at Kittrell Park basketball courts, ongoing design work for a new Gardella Pool, and updates on hockey, teen programs, and the farmers market. The committee also discussed the upcoming Fall/Winter Guide, summer camp attendance, and recent events like the Independence Day celebration and concert series.

• Kittrell Park basketball courts renovation completed June 15, including drainage, fencing, surfacing, poles, backboards, and rims
• Preliminary design for new Gardella Pool expected by fall
• New hockey program for youth ages 7-12 introduced; two spots opened for White Plains residents
• Summer camp registered 550 campers across 4 locations; 994 pool passes sold
• Independence Day celebration had estimated 8000 attendees; insurance issue resolved

Agenda

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss several capital projects, including parking structure rehabilitation, fire facility renovations, and pickleball courts. The council will also enter executive session to discuss two lawsuits: one involving Schindler Elevator Corporation and another involving the estate of Kenneth Chamberlain Sr.

• Municipal Parking Structures Rehabilitation
• Renovations to Fire Facilities
• Battle Hill Park Pickleball Courts
• Slater Center Playground Improvements
• Executive session on Schindler Elevator Corporation v. City of White Plains and Kenneth Chamberlain estate lawsuit

Agenda

The Common Council will hold a special meeting to discuss seven capital projects totaling approximately $2.4 million, including parking garage repairs, fire facility renovations, public safety training room upgrades, city facility improvements, pickleball courts, playground improvements, and IT infrastructure. The council will also vote to enter executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits.

• $909,000 for Municipal Parking Structure Rehabilitation (Project C5627)
• $200,000 for Renovations to Fire Facilities (Project C5613)
• $180,000 for Renovations to Public Safety Building Training Room (Project C5624)
• $604,000 for Slater Center Playground Improvements (Project C5626, with $454,000 in bonds)
• Executive session to discuss Schindler Elevator Corp. v. City of White Plains and Chamberlain estate litigation

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review 11 applications, mostly for new or modified signs, plus several site plan amendments and extensions. The board will also consider a new three-story building and storefront changes. All items are under review; no final decisions are noted in the agenda.

• K & S Cleaners, 1215 Mamaroneck Ave: wall sign installation (resubmitted)
• 275 Main Street Associates, 275 Main St: temporary marketing banners (resubmitted)
• Papa John's, 68-74 E Post Rd: storefront changes
• Winston & Mary Barrett, 443 Main St: new 3-story building over open parking area
• 37 Dekalb Owner LLC, 37 Dekalb Ave: site plan and special permit approval extension

Transportation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several requests regarding street parking restrictions, pedestrian safety, and accessible parking. Additionally, the body is reviewing site plan amendments for Hamilton Green and extensions for projects on Mamaroneck Avenue and Dekalb Avenue.

• Lynton Place: Proposed two-hour parking zone near Sterling Avenue
• 200 Hamilton Avenue (Hamilton Green): Third amendment to Site Plan Approvals regarding parking space backing room
• 1236 Mamaroneck Avenue (Living Word Church): Extension of amended Site Plan Approval for a building addition
• 37 Dekalb Avenue: Extension of Site Plan and Special Permit Approval for multi-family apartment conversion
• Chatterton Parkway at Hawley Street: Approved 'No Turn on Red' restriction

The Commission recommended approval for three site plan extensions and amendments, including the Hamilton Green complex. It also recommended a new two-hour parking zone on Lynton Avenue and a valet permit for La Botte Ristorante. Three requests for safety and accessibility reviews were held for further study.

• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended two-hour parking zone on Lynton Avenue near Sterling Avenue
• Held review of Prescott Avenue/Longview Avenue pedestrian and motorist safety
• Held request for accessible parking space at 67 Park Circle
• Held request for crosswalk at Soundview Avenue and Milford Drive
• Recommended approval of Site Plan amendment for 200 Hamilton Avenue (Hamilton Green) subject to revised plans
• Recommended approval of Site Plan extension for 1236 Mamaroneck Avenue (Living Word Church)
• Recommended approval of Site Plan and Special Permit extension for 37 Dekalb Avenue

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning will hold a public hearing on July 19, 2023, to consider five applications for area variances and a special permit. The agenda includes a solar canopy at a church, a four-story multifamily dwelling, a residential addition, accessibility ramps, and a service station expansion. All items are applications for variances or permits; no final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Z-2023-2: Solar canopy at Memorial United Methodist Church, 250 Bryant Avenue, requires variances for height and setbacks.
• Z-2023-8: Four-story multifamily dwelling at 443 Main Street, requires variances for lot frontage and height.
• Z-2023-13: One-story rear addition at 19 Sherman Avenue, requires variance for combined side yard setback.
• Z-2023-14: Accessibility ramps and lift enclosure at 22 Carriage Way, requires front yard variances.
• Z-2023-15: Special permit for expansion of non-conforming service station at Hutchinson River Parkway.

The Board of Appeals approved five area variance applications for residential and religious properties and granted one special permit for a motor vehicle service station expansion. All listed applications were granted.

• Granted solar canopy installation variances for Memorial United Methodist Church (Z-2023-2)
• Granted variances for a four-story multi-family dwelling at 443 Main Street (Z-2023-8)
• Granted rear yard addition variance for 19 Sherman Avenue (Z-2023-13)
• Granted accessibility ramp variances for 22 Carriage Way (Z-2023-14)
• Granted Special Permit for CPD Energy Corp. to expand non-conforming motor vehicle service station (Z-2023-15)

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board is holding public hearings on zoning district amendments and environmentally sensitive site proposals, scheduled for August 15, 2023. The board also adopted minutes from prior meetings and took actions on several site plan amendments, subdivisions, and special permits, including approvals for a two-lot subdivision at 49 Rockledge Avenue and a one-year extension for Living Word Christian Church's building addition.

• Public hearing scheduled for R1-12.5 and R1-5 zoning district amendments on August 15, 2023
• Approved two-lot subdivision and site plan at 49 Rockledge Avenue (R2-4 district, steep slopes)
• One-year extension approved for Living Word Christian Church site plan amendment at 1236 Mamaroneck Avenue
• One-year extension approved for 37 Dekalb 21-unit apartment building adaptive reuse
• Recommended approval for Hutchinson River Parkway gas station special permit to add convenience store

The Planning Board approved a two-lot subdivision and site plan for 49 Rockledge Avenue. The Board also recommended approval for architectural changes at Hamilton Green and variances for a Hutchinson River Parkway gas station. Several one-year project extensions were granted.

• Approved two-lot subdivision and site plan at 49 Rockledge Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved one-year subdivision extension for 26 New York Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Scoping Outline for Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision Draft EIS (unanimous)
• Approved one-year site plan extension for Living Word Christian Church (unanimous)
• Recommended approval to Common Council for architectural changes at Hamilton Green (unanimous)
• Recommended approval to ZBA for variances at Hutchinson River Parkway Gas Station (unanimous)
• Recommended no objection to Common Council for extension at 37 Dekalb (unanimous)
• Tabled Dish Wireless antenna application at 5 Barker Avenue to August 15, 2023

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will review several new referrals from the Planning Board regarding site plan amendments for residential properties. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding updates to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Two-lot subdivision and site plan approval for 49 Rockledge Avenue
• Site plan amendment for re-grading at 13 Elmwood Road
• Site plan amendment for a single family house at 1024 Hall Avenue
• Site plan amendment for a house addition at 154 Purdy Avenue
• Site plan application for a new driveway at 56 Primrose Street

Agenda

The Common Council adopted a $4,019,800 bond for heavy-duty vehicles and equipment, approved a $404,000 bond for a public safety building sprinkler system, and accepted a $110,000 NYSERDA grant for EV charging stations. The council also authorized a three-year EMS agreement with Empress Ambulance Service, LLC, and approved a $50,000 rehabilitation loan for a property at 65 Waller Avenue. Numerous other items were adopted, including grants for youth programs, traffic ordinance changes, and site plan amendments for developments like The Mitchell and White Plains Hospital Center.

• Bond ordinance for $4,019,800 to finance heavy-duty vehicles for maintenance and construction (adopted 7-0)
• Bond ordinance for $404,000 to install a sprinkler system in a public safety building (adopted 7-0)
• Acceptance of a $110,000 NYSERDA grant to replace 28 electric vehicle charging stations (adopted 7-0)
• Three-year Emergency Medical Services Agreement with Empress Ambulance Service, LLC (adopted 7-0)
• Resolution of no objection to tax exemptions for 159 multifamily units at 39 Westmoreland Avenue (adopted)

Agenda

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on a special permit for Brookfield Commons Phase 3, a 159-unit development at 39 Westmoreland Avenue, and consider a $4,019,800 bond for heavy-duty vehicles and a $404,000 bond for a sprinkler system at the Public Safety Building. Other items include accepting a $110,000 NYSERDA grant for EV charging stations, a $50,000 loan for housing rehabilitation, and various grants for youth programs. The agenda also covers appointments, tax settlements, traffic ordinance changes, and several site plan amendments.

• Public hearing on special permit for Brookfield Commons Phase 3 at 161 South Lexington Avenue
• Bond ordinance for $4,019,800 to finance heavy-duty vehicles for maintenance and construction
• Bond ordinance for $404,000 to install a sprinkler system in the Public Safety Building
• Acceptance of $110,000 NYSERDA grant to replace 28 electric vehicle charging stations
• Resolution of no objection to tax exemptions for 159 multifamily units at 39 Westmoreland Avenue

Agenda

The Common Council will discuss an agreement with Empress Ambulance Service, LLC, several capital projects including heavy duty rolling stock and park walkway improvements, and modifications to a building facade at Post Road and Mamaroneck Avenue for new Citibank signage. Presentations will cover a proposed development at 200 Hamilton Avenue and an amendment to the approved site plan for One Maple Avenue ("The Source").

• Agreement with Empress Ambulance Service, LLC
• Capital projects: Heavy Duty Rolling Stock, sprinkler system installation, Park Walkway Improvements FY24
• Building facade modifications and new Citibank signage at Post Road and Mamaroneck Avenue
• Proposed development at 200 Hamilton Avenue
• Proposed amendment to site plan for One Maple Avenue ("The Source")

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review applications for new or modified signs, awnings, and a proposed Porsche car showroom. Most items are sign installations or refacing, with one resubmitted site plan and special permit application for the car showroom.

• K & S Cleaners, 1215 Mamaroneck Ave: wall sign installation (resubmitted)
• 275 Main Street Associates, 275 Main Street: temporary marketing banners (resubmitted)
• Medical & Laser Spa, 122 W Post Rd: wall sign reface (new)
• MLK Gourmet Deli, 234 Dr Martin L King Blvd: two wall signs and two awnings (new)
• Pepe Auto Group, 1 & 25 Aqueduct Road: site plan and special permit for Porsche showroom (resubmitted)

Transportation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several neighborhood parking restrictions and traffic safety proposals. Items include potential new parking time limits on Harwood Avenue, a 'No Turn on Red' recommendation for Chatterton Parkway, and trial loading zone changes on Mamaroneck Avenue.

• Proposed 'Three Hour Parking' on east side of Harwood Avenue from 8 Harwood Ave to Brookdale Ave
• Recommended 'No Turn on Red' at Chatterton Parkway and Hawley Street
• Trial conversion of Mamaroneck Avenue loading zones to 15-minute parking after 6PM
• Proposed 15-minute meters on Bloomingdale Road near Whole Foods
• Special Permit request for Porsche dealership redevelopment at 1 & 25 Aqueduct Road

The Commission recommended new parking restrictions on Harwood Avenue and Bloomingdale Road, and a 'No Turn on Red' sign at Chatterton Parkway and Hawley Street. It denied requests for an all-way stop at Hall Avenue and Wooddale Place and a handicapped space at 40 Hall Avenue. Several special permits for businesses and site plan amendments were also recommended for approval.

• Recommended 'Three Hour Parking' (Mon-Fri, 7:30AM-6:30PM) on east side of Harwood Avenue
• Recommended against all-way stop at Hall Avenue and Wooddale Place
• Recommended 'No Turn on Red' at Hawley Street and Chatterton Parkway
• Recommended denial of handicapped space at 40 Hall Avenue due to roadway width
• Recommended trial 15-minute parking in Mamaroneck Avenue loading zones after 6PM
• Recommended 15-minute meters on Bloomingdale Road near Whole Foods until 9PM
• Recommended approval of 'Cabaret' special permit for 175 Main Street
• Recommended approval of outdoor dining and fee-in-lieu parking for 166 Mamaroneck Avenue

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board took several actions at its June 20, 2023 meeting, including approving a site plan amendment for retaining walls and a footbridge at 145 Saxon Woods Road, scheduling a public hearing for a pool at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue, and adjourning applications for a wireless antenna and a new driveway. The board also expressed no objection to several referrals from the Common Council, including signage for The Source and a hotel extension.

• Approved site plan amendment for reconstruction of retaining walls and new footbridge over Mamaroneck River at 145 Saxon Woods Road
• Scheduled public hearing for July 18, 2023 on in-ground swimming pool at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Adjourned Dish Wireless special permit for public utility antenna facility at 5 Barker Avenue
• Adjourned site plan application for new driveway at 56 Primrose Street
• No objection to one-year extension of site plan and special permit approvals for Meryde Group of Hotels at 441 Central Avenue

The Planning Board approved a site plan amendment for retaining walls and a footbridge at 145 Saxon Woods Road. The board also issued letters of no objection to the Common Council for several commercial projects, including a Porsche dealership and hotel extension.

• Approved site plan amendment for retaining walls and footbridge at 145 Saxon Woods Road (Unanimous)
• Approved one-year subdivision extension for 60 South Broadway (4-1)
• No objection sent to Common Council for Porsche dealership at 1 & 25 Aqueduct Road (6-0)
• No objection sent to Common Council for hotel extension at 441 Central Avenue (6-0)
• No objection sent to Common Council for signage at 1 Maple Avenue
• Adjourned public hearing for antenna facility at 5 Barker Avenue
• Adjourned public hearing for driveway at 56 Primrose Street
• Scheduled public hearing for 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue for July 18, 2023

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning will consider five applications at its July 19, 2023 meeting. Items include a solar canopy at a church, a multi-family dwelling, a residential addition, accessibility ramps, and a special permit for a gas station expansion. Each requires area variances or a special permit from the Board.

• Memorial United Methodist Church, 250 Bryant Ave: solar canopy variances for height (7'-11"), side setback (9'-7"), rear setback (20'-0")
• Ms. Mary Gladys Barrett, 443 Main St: 4-story multi-family dwelling variances for lot frontage (25'-0"), story height (1), building height (3'-6")
• Mr. Adam Sternberg, 19 Sherman Ave: one-story rear addition variance for combined side yards (4.35')
• Ms. Denise Olivo, 22 Carriage Way: accessibility ramps variances for front yard landings (10'-0" and 2'-0")
• CPD Energy Corp., Hutchinson River Pkwy: special permit to expand existing non-conforming motor vehicle service station with convenience store

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for Monday, June 19, 2023, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 17, 2023.

Historic Preservation Commission

The White Plains Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss several items, including a notice of repair and maintenance for a headstone at the Jonathan Purdy Burial Ground, and continued discussions on properties at 90 Greenridge Ave., Grace Episcopal Church, and the White Plains Greenway. No public hearings or administrative matters are scheduled.

• 1150 Mam'k Avenue – Jonathan Purdy Burial Ground – notice of repair and maintenance to headstone of Levinia Purdy
• 90 Greenridge Ave. – continued discussion
• Grace Episcopal Church – continued discussion
• White Plains Greenway – continued discussion

Agenda

The Design Review Board will review 18 applications, including new wall signs for several businesses, a Sunoco rebranding, a special permit for outdoor dining, modifications to Packet Park, signage changes at One Maple Ave, a Porsche showroom, a hotel project extension, and a cabaret permit for Columbia House. Most items are new applications, with two resubmissions for signs.

• K & S Cleaners, 1215 Mamaroneck Ave: wall sign (resubmitted)
• 275 Main Street Associates, 275 Main St: temporary marketing banners (resubmitted)
• Cantina Taco & Tequila Restaurant, 166 Mamaroneck Ave: special permit for outdoor dining
• MG RMC Main LLC, 1-11 Martine Ave: modifications to Packet Park
• Pepe Auto Group, 1 & 25 Aqueduct Rd: site plan and special permit for Porsche showroom

The Design Review Board approved several applications for new wall signs and site modifications. Other requests for marketing banners and a Porsche showroom were not approved as submitted, requiring further detail or revisions.

• Approved wall signs for 4mydogs at 185 E Post Rd
• Approved wall sign for El Saky Barber Shop at 209 E Post Rd
• Approved wall signs for Noblesse Nail Spa Hair at 500 Mamaroneck Ave
• Approved wall sign for Chop It Up at 474 Mamaroneck Ave
• Approved Sunoco exterior sign rebranding at 555 No Broadway
• Recommended approval for Cantina Taco & Tequila outdoor dining special permit
• Approved modifications to Packet Park at 1-11 Martine Ave
• Approved exterior modification for Pepe Genesis at 300 Central Ave

Agenda

The Board of Appeals Zoning will consider six applications on June 7, 2023. Items include a solar canopy at Memorial United Methodist Church, a multi-family dwelling at 443 Main Street, a deck, a pool, a one-year extension, and a rear yard addition. All require area variances from the city's zoning code.

• Z-2023-2: Memorial United Methodist Church, 250 Bryant Avenue – solar canopy over parking lot, variances for height (7'11" vs 15'), side setback (20'5" vs 30'), rear setback (10' vs 30')
• Z-2023-8: 443 Main Street – four-story multi-family dwelling, variances for lot frontage (50' vs 75') and story height (4 vs 3)
• Z-2023-10: 261 Chatterton Parkway – rear yard deck, variances for building coverage (31.3% vs 30%) and accessory structure distance (7'10" vs 10')
• Z-2023-11: 14 Branch Brook Road – in-ground pool, variance for fence distance from pool edge (49' vs 25')
• Z-2023-12: 39 Westmoreland Avenue – one-year extension of previously granted height/stories variance for multi-family apartment addition

The Board of Appeals granted three area variance applications for residential improvements and a project extension. Two other applications were adjourned, and one new application was scheduled for a future hearing.

• Granted variance for rear yard deck at 261 Chatterton Parkway
• Granted variance for rear yard in-ground pool at 14 Branch Brook Road
• Granted one-year extension for height and story variance at 39 Westmoreland Avenue
• Adjourned solar canopy application for Memorial United Methodist Church at 250 Bryant Avenue
• Adjourned multi-family dwelling application for 443 Main Street
• Scheduled application for rear yard addition at 19 Sherman Avenue for 7/19/2023

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The Recreation Advisory Committee will review minutes from March, hear a program report, and discuss several capital projects including basketball courts and a pool. Old business includes a Bunny Review, Pickleball Clinic, teen programming, and a Farmers Market update. New business covers hockey tryouts, dogs in parks, senior classes, picnic tables, and staff changes.

• Capital Project – Gillie Basketball Court/Tennis Viewing area/Retaining wall
• Capital Project – Kittrell Basketball Courts
• Capital Project – Gardella Pool
• Picnic Tables sponsored by WPCLB (Veterans Park, Lex Ave, open space Gedney)
• Promotion: Helen Lamarche, Office Assistant II – Spanish Speaking; New Hire: Johanna Solano, Data Entry Operator/Verifier

The committee received reports on basketball and softball programs, capital project updates for Gillie and Kittrell parks, and the status of Gardella Pool renovations. No formal votes were taken on the agenda items, and the March minutes were not approved due to a lack of quorum.

• Tabled approval of March minutes (lack of quorum)
• Approved placement of donated picnic benches at Veteran’s Memorial Park, South Lexington Ave (Giraffe Park), and Gedney Way
• Promoted Helen Lamache to Office Asst II, Spanish Speaking (effective May 1)
• Hired Johanna Solano as Data Entry Operator/Verifier (effective May 16)

Transportation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several resident requests regarding street parking, school zone visibility, and accessibility. Additionally, the body is reviewing multiple site plan extensions and new construction projects for referral to the Common Council.

• Review of school zone speed limit sign visibility on Bryant Avenue
• Parking restriction review for Harwood Avenue residents
• Handicapped parking and ramp access request for 99 Park Avenue
• One-year site plan extension for the YMCA property at 250 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Site plan approval for 'Brookfield Commons-Phase 3' at 161 S. Lexington Avenue

The Commission recommended approval for site plan extensions and amendments at 250, 161, and 131 Mamaroneck Avenue. It also recommended removing a handicapped parking space at 57 Hall Avenue and denied a request for a handicapped space at 99 Park Avenue.

• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Denied handicapped parking space and wheelchair access at 99 Park Avenue
• Recommended removal of handicapped parking space at 57 Hall Avenue
• Recommended one-year extension for site plan and special permit at 250 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Recommended Site Plan and Special Permit approval for Brookfield Commons-Phase 3 at 161 S. Lexington Avenue
• Recommended Site Plan Approval amendment for Citibank at 131 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Tabled review of school zone signs at 101 Old Mamaroneck Road
• Tabled parking restriction reviews for Harwood Avenue and Lynton Place

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board is reviewing several site plans and special permits, including a proposed 11-story apartment building with 174 units at 250 Mamaroneck Avenue. Public hearings are scheduled for June 20, 2023, and a special meeting on May 23, 2023, will hear public comment on the Farrell Draft Scoping Document. The board also approved items including a new cellular antenna at 44 South Broadway and a subdivision at 49 Rockledge Avenue.

• Site plan and special permit for 11-story, 174-unit apartment building at 250 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Public hearing scheduled for June 20, 2023, on 56 Primrose Street and 108 North Kensico Avenue
• Special meeting May 23, 2023, for public comment on Farrell Draft Scoping Document
• Approved new cellular antenna installation at 44 South Broadway
• Approved two-lot subdivision and site plan at 49 Rockledge Avenue

The Planning Board recommended approval for the Brookfield Commons Phase 3 apartment project and a site plan amendment for a Citibank branch. The Board also approved a cellular antenna installation and a sewer fee amendment.

• Approved eligible facility request for Dish Wireless cellular antenna at 44 South Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved amendment for 108 North Kensico Avenue to allow fee in lieu of sewer line extension (unanimous)
• Recommended one-year extension for 250 Mamaroneck Avenue site plan and special permit (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 174-unit apartment building at Brookfield Commons Phase 3 (unanimous)
• Recommended site plan amendment for Citibank at 131 Mamaroneck Avenue (3-1)
• Scheduled public hearing for 56 Primrose Street driveway application for June 20, 2023
• Adopted March 21, 2023 meeting minutes

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for May 15, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 19, 2023.

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review new applications for wall signs, a public utility antenna, a site plan amendment for Citibank, a multi-family housing project called Brookfield Commons 3, and an extension for a Southern Land Company project. All items are new applications for design review approval.

• Wall sign at M&T Bank, 320 Mamaroneck Ave
• Special permit for Dish Wireless public utility antenna at 5 Barker Ave
• Site plan amendment for Citibank at Quarterra's The Mitchell, 131 Mamaroneck Ave
• Brookfield Commons 3 multi-family project by White Plains Housing Authority & Trinity Financial
• Extension of site plan and special permit for Southern Land Company at 250 Mamaroneck Ave

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning will hear nine applications, including a request to build a seven-unit apartment building at 37 Lake Street that requires a variance for lot area per dwelling unit. Other items include a solar canopy at a church, residential additions, a garage, a deck, a pool, and a two-year extension for a hospital parking structure.

• 37 Lake LLC seeks a variance to build a 7-unit multi-family dwelling at 37 Lake Street (B-3 Zone)
• Memorial United Methodist Church, 250 Bryant Avenue, requests variances for a solar canopy over its parking lot
• New York and Presbyterian Hospital, 1111-1129 Westchester Avenue, applies for a second two-year extension of a building coverage variance for a parking structure
• Ms. Mary Gladys Barrett, 443 Main Street, seeks variances for a 4-story multi-family dwelling in the RM-1 Zone
• Mr. Roni Sarig, 261 Chatterton Parkway, requests variances for a rear yard deck exceeding building coverage limits

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning granted area variances for a seven-unit multi-family dwelling at 37 Lake Street, a two-car garage at 135 Davis Avenue, additions at 141 Clinton Street and 27 Bryant Avenue, and a second two-year extension for New York-Presbyterian Hospital's parking structure. Two applications—for a solar canopy at Memorial United Methodist Church and a multi-family dwelling at 443 Main Street—were adjourned. Two new applications were scheduled for a future hearing.

• Granted area variance for 7-unit dwelling at 37 Lake Street (Z-2022-24)
• Adjourned solar canopy variance for Memorial United Methodist Church (Z-2023-2)
• Granted area variance for addition at 141 Clinton Street (Z-2023-5)
• Granted area variance for 2-car garage at 135 Davis Avenue (Z-2023-6)
• Granted area variances for addition at 27 Bryant Avenue (Z-2023-7)
• Adjourned multi-family dwelling variance at 443 Main Street (Z-2023-8)
• Granted second 2-year extension for hospital parking structure (Z-2023-9)
• Scheduled deck and pool variance applications for June 7, 2023 (Z-2023-10, Z-2023-11)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will hold a public hearing on the FY 2024-2025 tax budget and consider first-reading ordinances authorizing bond issuances for capital projects, including $800,000 for heavy-duty vehicles, $1,762,130 for street reconstruction, and $1,515,000 for a garage elevator modernization. The council will also vote on zoning changes for a new Planned Healthcare Campus District on North Street, street closures for 2023 events, and several agreements for youth programs and the Independence Day celebration. Resolutions include no-objection to tax exemptions for housing projects at 35 South Broadway and 8 Chester Avenue, and extensions for site plan approvals at 8 Chester Avenue, 51 South Broadway, and 60 South Broadway.

• Public hearing on FY 2024-2025 tax budget
• Bond ordinance: $800,000 for heavy-duty vehicles (C5599)
• Bond ordinance: $1,762,130 for street reconstruction (C5617)
• Bond ordinance: $1,515,000 for garage elevator modernization (C5618)
• Zoning amendment creating Planned Healthcare Campus District at 303-317 North Street

Transportation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several resident requests regarding street signage, intersection stops, and parking regulations. The meeting also includes staff recommendations for site plan extensions for various development projects.

• Proposed reduction of Franklin Avenue loading zone from 80 feet to 40 feet
• Request for all-way stop at Dellwood Road and Morgan Place (staff did not recommend)
• Site plan extension for 134-unit multifamily building at 51 South Broadway
• Site plan extension for 4-story parking and dwelling building at 8 Chester Avenue
• Proposed interim 510-space parking lot for White Plains Hospital

The Commission recommended approvals for four site plan extensions and permits, including an interim parking lot for White Plains Hospital. It also voted on several resident requests regarding parking regulations, stop signs, and school zone signage.

• Recommended approval of interim parking lot (510 spaces) for White Plains Hospital
• Recommended 12-month site plan extension for 8 Chester Avenue
• Recommended one-year site plan extension for 51 South Broadway
• Recommended one-year site plan extension for 60 South Broadway
• Denied all-way stop at Dellwood Road and Morgan Place
• Recommended reducing Franklin Avenue loading zone from 80 to 40 feet
• Recommended polling residents on Harwood Avenue regarding parking restrictions
• Recommended holding school zone sign updates at 101 Old Mamaroneck Road

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board met on April 18, 2023, to adopt minutes, schedule a public hearing for a Dish Wireless antenna facility, and take action on several site plans, subdivisions, and extensions. Decisions included approvals, adjournments, and recommendations on projects such as a 134-unit apartment building and a 510-space interim parking lot.

• Public hearing scheduled for May 16, 2023, for Dish Wireless special permit (public utility antenna facility)
• Approved: 5 Barker Avenue (Residence Inn by Marriott) in CB-4 district
• Adjourned to May 16, 2023: 49 Rockledge Avenue two-lot subdivision and site plan (R2-4, steep slopes)
• Approved: 135 Saxon Woods Road stormwater control features; 145 Saxon Woods Road retaining walls and footbridge over Mamaroneck River
• No objection to one-year extensions for 74-unit (8 Chester Avenue) and 134-unit (51 South Broadway) apartment buildings

The Planning Board approved a site plan amendment for a 510-space interim parking lot for White Plains Hospital. Several one-year site plan extensions for apartment developments were recommended for approval to the Common Council. The Board also approved a cellular antenna upgrade and a residential site plan amendment.

• Approved site plan amendment for 510-space interim parking lot at White Plains Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved site plan amendment for 135 Saxon Woods Road (unanimous)
• Approved one-year site plan extension for Kensico Apartments at 60 South Kensico Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved cellular antenna upgrades at 400 Hamilton Avenue (unanimous)
• Recommended one-year extension for 8 Chester Avenue 74-unit apartments (6-0)
• Recommended one-year extension for 51 South Broadway 134-unit apartments (6-0)
• Recommended one-year extension for The Pavilion at 60 South Broadway (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Dish Wireless at 5 Barker Avenue for May 16, 2023

Capital Projects Board

The White Plains Capital Projects Board is meeting to consider amending the Capital Improvement Program. The only substantive item is a proposed $800,000 increase to the project titled "Rolling Stock Acquisition Heavy Duty Vehicles and Equipment FY23." The meeting also includes a call to order and adjournment.

• Amendment to Capital Improvement Program for "Rolling Stock Acquisition Heavy Duty Vehicles and Equipment FY23" to increase funding by $800,000

Agenda

The Common Council holds a special meeting to receive an overview of the 2023-2024 budget and discuss department budgets for Public Safety, Parking, and Public Works. Capital projects under discussion include miscellaneous street reconstruction, garage elevator modernization, salt dome building improvements, library alarm system, and Battle Hill Passive Park.

• Overview of 2023-2024 Budget
• Department budgets: Public Safety, Parking, Public Works
• Capital projects: Miscellaneous Street Reconstruction
• Capital projects: Garage Elevator Modernization
• Capital projects: Battle Hill Passive Park

Agenda

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to receive an overview of the 2023-2024 budget and to discuss department budgets for Public Safety, Parking, and Public Works. They will also discuss capital projects including street reconstruction, garage elevator modernization, salt dome improvements, a library alarm system, and Battle Hill Passive Park.

• Overview of 2023-2024 Budget
• Department budgets: Public Safety, Parking, Public Works
• Miscellaneous Street Reconstruction
• Garage Elevator Modernization
• Battle Hill Passive Park

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting originally scheduled for Monday, April 17, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 15, 2023.

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning will hold a public hearing on April 12, 2023, to consider seven applications for area variances. These include requests to build multi-family dwellings, home additions, a deck, a garage, and a solar canopy. The board will decide whether to grant variances from zoning requirements such as setbacks, lot area, and height.

• 37 Lake LLC: 4-story, 7-unit dwelling at 37 Lake Street (variance for lot area per unit)
• Memorial United Methodist Church: solar canopy over parking lot at 250 Bryant Avenue (height and setback variances)
• Mary Gladys Barrett: 4-story multi-family dwelling at 443 Main Street (variances for lot frontage, height)
• Ari & Davida Rosenstrauch: rear yard addition at 3 New York Avenue (side yard variances)
• Warren & Liliane Zuckerman: front yard addition and porch at 141 Clinton Street (side yard variance)

The Board of Appeals granted area variances for a rear yard addition at 3 New York Avenue and a rear yard deck at 14 Bursley Place. Two other applications were adjourned, and four new applications were scheduled for a future hearing.

• Granted area variance for rear yard addition at 3 New York Avenue
• Granted area variance for rear yard deck at 14 Bursley Place
• Adjourned multi-family dwelling application at 37 Lake Street
• Adjourned solar canopy application at 250 Bryant Avenue
• Scheduled hearing for 5/03/2023 for addition at 141 Clinton Street
• Scheduled hearing for 5/03/2023 for 2-car garage at 135 Davis Avenue
• Scheduled hearing for 5/03/2023 for side yard addition at 27 Bryant Avenue
• Scheduled hearing for 5/03/2023 for multi-family dwelling at 443 Main Street

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council held a public hearing and adopted a local law to amend the Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) plan, increasing the annual spending cap for improvements, services, maintenance, and operations from $750,000 to $1,500,000. The council also authorized acceptance of a $185,000 grant to fund an electric garbage truck.

• Public hearing on amending BID District Plan to raise spending cap from $750,000 to $1,500,000
• Local Law No. 1 for 2023 adopted 7-0 to increase BID annual expenditure maximum
• Mayor's communication requesting authorization to accept $185,000 grant for electric garbage truck
• Ordinance adopted 7-0 to accept $185,000 grant for electric garbage truck purchase

Agenda

The Common Council is considering an ordinance to accept a $185,000 grant from the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program. This funding is intended to assist with the purchase of an electric garbage truck. To receive the funds, the City must remove an existing diesel truck of similar size and use from its fleet.

• $185,000 grant for an electric garbage truck
• New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program funding

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review resubmitted and new applications for signage, building alterations, and site plan extensions. New items include an interim parking lot for White Plains Hospital, extensions for apartment projects, and a four-story multi-family dwelling on Main Street.

• White Plains Hospital Center, 89 W Post Rd: amended Special Permit and Site Plan for interim parking lot
• Chester WP II, LLC, 8 Chester Ave: extension of Site Plan for 74-unit apartment building
• RMS Broadway, LLC, 51 So Broadway: extension of Site Plan for 134-unit apartment building
• Mary Gladys Barrett, 443 Main Street: new 4-story, 6-unit dwelling requiring area variances
• Sam's of Gedney Way, 52 Gedney Way: resubmitted lower level vestibule and holding area

The Design Review Board approved several applications for signage and building repairs. The Board recommended approval for an interim parking lot at White Plains Hospital Center and deferred a variance request for a multi-family dwelling to the Zoning Board.

• Approved lower level vestibule and holding area at 52 Gedney Way
• Approved wall sign at 1 Maple Ave (NY State Dept of Motor Vehicles)
• Approved temporary signage at 25 No Lexington Ave for 12 months
• Approved refacing ground signs at 10 Bank Street
• Approved parapet wall replacement and repair at 1 Lincoln Ave
• Approved wall sign at 185 Main Street
• Recommended approval of interim parking lot at 89 W Post Rd
• Deferred area variance request for 443 Main Street to Zoning Board

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is considering an ordinance that would amend the municipal code to regulate small wireless facilities, including preferred locations, setbacks, insurance, and radio frequency testing. The council is also reviewing a revised investment policy for city funds. Both items are on the agenda for discussion and potential action.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 4-23-12 through 4-23-14 of the White Plains Municipal Code regarding small wireless facilities
• Setback requirements: 25 feet from nearest structure in industrial/business districts, 250 feet in residential districts
• Notice to property owners within 500 feet of proposed small wireless facility, with comments to DPWadmin@whiteplainsny.gov
• Insurance requirements for franchisees, including self-insurance option with net worth over $50 million
• Revised Investment Policy for City of White Plains, dated April 3, 2023

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council held a regular meeting with a public hearing and voted on multiple items. They approved a special permit for outdoor dining at 191 Mamaroneck Avenue, amended the municipal code for small wireless facilities, accepted several grants, and authorized various ordinances. Several site plan extension requests were referred to city departments for review.

• Special permit for outdoor dining at 191 Mamaroneck Avenue (approved)
• Ordinance amending small wireless facilities code (approved 5-1, Presser voting no)
• Accepted $126,425 Westchester County grant for Senior Nutrition
• Accepted $250,000 State and Municipal Facilities grant for Battle Hill Meadow
• Referred site plan extension requests for 8 Chester Avenue, 51 South Broadway, 60 South Broadway, and White Plains Hospital interim parking lot

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider amending the Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) plan. The proposed change would increase the maximum annual amount the District Management Association can spend on improvements, services, maintenance, and operations from $750,000 to $1,500,000. The council will also set a public hearing on the local law and receive a pre-submission presentation on a Housing Authority site plan amendment.

• Introductory Local Law No. 1 of 2023 to amend the BID District Plan, raising the annual expenditure cap from $750,000 to $1,500,000
• Resolution setting a public hearing on the BID local law
• Pre-submission presentation on White Plains Housing Authority site plan amendment application

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is considering a local law to increase the annual spending cap for the Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) from $750,000 to $1,500,000 for improvements, services, maintenance, and operations. The request comes from the BID's executive director, who argues the current cap could force the BID to withdraw from co-sponsored events like the White Plains Jazz Fest. A public hearing is scheduled for April 10, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chamber, 255 Main Street.

• Public hearing on April 10, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at 255 Main Street
• Proposed increase in BID annual expenditure cap from $750,000 to $1,500,000
• Amendment to the District Plan of the White Plains Downtown Business Improvement District
• BID cites potential withdrawal from co-sponsored events like White Plains Jazz Fest if cap not raised
• Local law would take effect 46 days after adoption

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board will hold public hearings on several applications, including a two-lot subdivision at 49 Rockledge Avenue, a special permit for a T-Mobile antenna facility at 41 Barker Avenue, and site plan amendments at 135 and 145 Saxon Woods Road. The board will also discuss special permit amendments for Verizon Wireless upgrades at 78 North Broadway and 70 Ferris Avenue, a one-year extension for a 56-apartment addition at Mount Hope AME Zion Church, and an outdoor dining permit for Restaurant 191. Additionally, the board will consider adopting minutes from the February 21, 2022 meeting and schedule hearings for the Rockledge Avenue subdivision.

• Public hearing: Two-lot subdivision at 49 Rockledge Avenue (R2-4 district)
• Public hearing: T-Mobile special permit for antenna facility at 41 Barker Avenue
• Public hearing: Site plan amendments at 135 and 145 Saxon Woods Road (environmentally sensitive sites)
• Discussion: Verizon Wireless special permit amendments at 78 North Broadway and 70 Ferris Avenue
• Discussion: One-year extension for 56-apartment addition at Mount Hope AME Zion Church (65 Lake Street)

The Planning Board approved a special use permit for a new T-Mobile antenna facility despite public health concerns. The Board also approved cellular antenna upgrades for Verizon Wireless at two locations and recommended extensions and permits for other local projects.

• Approved special use permit for T-Mobile antenna facility at 41 Barker Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Verizon Wireless antenna upgrades at 78 North Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved Verizon Wireless antenna upgrades at 70 Ferris Avenue (unanimous)
• Recommended no objection to one-year extension for Mount Hope AME Zion Church apartments at 65 Lake Street (6-0)
• Recommended no objection to special permit for outdoor dining at Restaurant 191 (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 49 Rockledge Avenue subdivision for April 18, 2023 (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing for 135 Saxon Woods Road site plan amendment (unanimous)
• Tabled approval for 145 Saxon Woods Road pending DPW and Environmental Officer communication

Agenda

The Common Council is considering two resolutions to certify Home Rule Requests asking the state legislature to extend the city's authority to retain additional local sales tax (totaling 1%) through August 31, 2025. The first resolution is introduced for discussion, while the second was adopted, authorizing the certification of a request to amend state tax law to extend the sunset provision.

• Resolution to certify Home Rule Request for state legislation extending local sales tax retention to August 31, 2025
• Resolution adopted authorizing certification of Home Rule Request for amendment to Section 1210 of Tax Law (A.5369/S.5622)

Agenda

The Common Council will vote on a resolution to request New York State legislation extending the city's authority to retain an additional 1% in local sales tax (a half-percent and two quarter-percent add-ons) until August 31, 2025. These taxes, first enacted between 1993 and 2010 and renewed every two years, currently expire August 31, 2023. The resolution cites the taxes as integral to city finances, representing over a quarter of total revenues, and notes the city has reduced its workforce from 972 to 848 filled positions since 2008 to limit expenditures.

• Resolution authorizing certification of a Home Rule Request for state legislation (Assembly Bill A.5369, Senate Bill S.5622) to extend sunset on local sales tax retention to August 31, 2025
• Additional 1% sales tax comprises: 1/2% from 1993, 1/4% from 2008, and 1/4% from 2010
• City property tax levy now 35% of revenue base; city guarantees ~$197M in school district property taxes and ~$41M for Westchester County
• Workforce reduced from 972 filled positions in FY 2008 to 848 in FY 2022-2023 Adopted Budget

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The White Plains Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including capital projects, summer programs, and staff retirement. The agenda includes updates on the Gillie basketball court and tennis viewing area, Camp 2023, and championship travel teams. Several upcoming events are listed for the community.

• Capital project: Gillie Basketball Court/Tennis Viewing area/Retaining wall
• Camp 2023 planning
• Championship travel teams for basketball and hockey
• Retirement of Beverly Myers, Office Assistant II
• Farmers Market opens April 19, 8:30am-3pm

The committee approved the January 2023 minutes. Members discussed camp waitlists, upcoming seasonal programming, and the transition of some meetings from Zoom to in-person.

• Approved January 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Transportation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several resident requests regarding traffic calming, signage, and street visibility. Discussions include proposed changes to parking durations for handicapped spaces and potential adjustments to street parking on North Broadway.

• Proposed removal of 1-hour parking on North Broadway between McBride Avenue and Benedict Avenue
• Recommendation of a 3-hour maximum duration for non-metered handicapped parking in the Central Parking Area, East New York Post Road, and South Lexington Avenue
• Referral to Department of Public Works to address sight line obstructions at Longview Avenue and Bolton Avenue
• Review of traffic safety requests for Bryant Avenue regarding traffic lights and school zone signage
• Common Council referral for outdoor dining and parking space fees at 191 Mamaroneck Avenue

The Commission recommended removing five 1-hour parking spaces on North Broadway between McBride and Benedict Avenues to improve visibility. It also recommended implementing a 3-hour time limit for non-metered handicapped spaces in the Central Parking Area, East New York Post Road, and South Lexington Avenue.

• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Denied traffic signal at Bryant Avenue and Overlook/Nosband
• Denied additional truck restrictions on Bryant Avenue
• Recommended removing 1-hour parking on North Broadway between McBride and Benedict Avenues
• Denied all-way stops at Longview Avenue at Bolton Avenue and Stratford Avenue
• Recommended 3-hour maximum duration for non-metered handicapped spaces in Central Parking Area, East New York Post Road, and South Lexington Avenue
• Denied crosswalk at Lake Street and Eastview Avenue
• Recommended approval of outdoor dining special permit and parking fee-in-lieu for 191 Mamaroneck Avenue

White Plains Urban Renewal Agency

The Agency will consider an extension for installing parking stackers at the Continuum project. It will also review a new position title and salary schedule for fiscal year 2023-24.

• Extension of time to May 5, 2023, to install remaining parking stackers at 55 and 57 Bank Street
• Establishment of the Community Development Title and Salary Schedule for July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency approved an agreement regarding private redevelopment at 55 and 57 Bank Street, including a parking installation extension. The agency also established the Community Development salary schedule for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Authorized execution of an estoppel agreement for 55 and 57 Bank Street, extending the deadline to May 5, 2023 to install parking stackers for 570 spaces (4-0)
• Approved Community Development title and salary schedule for fiscal year July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 (4-0)

Agenda

The Design Review Board approved wall signs for five businesses and exterior changes for a restaurant expansion. Two applications were reviewed without comment, and one utility antenna request was sent back for resubmission.

• Approved wall sign for Shiraz Kitchen & Wine Bar at 80 Mamaroneck Ave
• Approved wall sign for Tetro Design at 54 Lake Street
• Approved wall sign for Playa Bowls at 245 Mains Street
• Approved signage and temporary rental sign for Hamilton Crossing at 440 Hamilton Ave
• Approved wall sign for Hear USA at 186 E Post Rd
• Approved exterior changes for Freebird Kitchen & Bar expansion at 155-161 Mamaroneck Ave
• Requested resubmission of screening materials for T-Mobile antenna at 41 Barker Ave
• Removed application for LRC / Greystar & Cappeli Organization at 25 No Lexington Ave from agenda

Historic Preservation Commission

The White Plains Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to handle administrative matters, public hearings, and communications. The main item is a request for an 18-month extension of a Certificate of Appropriateness for 52 North Broadway. The commission will also continue discussions on 90 Greenridge Ave., the Greenway north of Gedney Way, and St. John the Evangelist R.C. Church Memorial at 148 Hamilton Ave.

• 18-month extension request for Certificate of Appropriateness at 52 North Broadway
• Continued discussion on 90 Greenridge Ave.
• Greenway portion north of Gedney Way
• St. John the Evangelist R.C. Church Memorial at 148 Hamilton Ave.

Agenda

The Common Council is holding a public hearing and considering an ordinance to create a new planned healthcare campus development district and rezone properties on North Street. The agenda also includes multiple capital project bond ordinances, grants for youth programs, and a license agreement for the farmers market. Most items were adopted unanimously, with the healthcare district ordinance tabled to April 3, 2023.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment for healthcare campus at 303, 305, 311, 315-17 North Street
• Bond ordinance for $120,000 for heavy-duty vehicles
• Capital projects: Communications Room Workstation Replacement, Fire Facilities Renovations, Church Street Sidewalk Improvements, Electric Garbage Truck
• Youth Bureau grants: $25,666 for sexual risk avoidance, $125,000 extension for Peer Advocates, $16,668 for Grandpas United, $20,000 for Youth Police Initiative
• License agreement with Bensidoun USA, Inc. for farmers market

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a public hearing and first reading on a zoning amendment to create a planned healthcare campus district on North Street. The council will also vote on several capital projects, including fire facility renovations and sidewalk improvements, and approve multiple grants and fee schedules for the Youth Bureau.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment for healthcare campus at 303, 305, 311, 315-17 North Street
• Bond ordinance for $120,000 for heavy-duty vehicles
• Capital projects: Communications Room Workstation Replacement (C5612), Fire Facilities Renovations (C5613), Church Street Sidewalk Improvements (C5614)
• Youth Bureau grants: $25,666 for sexual risk avoidance, $125,000 extension for Peer Advocates, $16,668 for Grandpas United, $20,000 for Youth Police Initiative
• Estoppel agreement for Continuum project at 55/57 Bank Street, extending parking stacker deadline to May 5, 2023

Agenda

The Common Council is considering two resolutions to certify a Home Rule Request asking the New York State Legislature to extend the sunset date for the City of White Plains' additional local sales tax increments (totaling 1%) from August 31, 2023 to August 31, 2025. This is a routine renewal of existing tax authority, which the city states is integral to its finances, representing over 25% of total revenues. The meeting is a special session focused solely on this matter.

• Resolution to extend the additional 1/2% sales tax (originally 1993) to August 31, 2025
• Resolution to extend the additional 1/4% sales tax (originally 2008) to August 31, 2025
• Resolution to extend the additional 1/4% sales tax (originally 2010) to August 31, 2025
• References Assembly Bill A.5369 and Senate Bill S.5622 for the extension
• City notes property tax levy is 35% of revenue base and workforce reduced from 972 to 848 positions since FY 2008

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning is meeting to decide on six applications, mostly requests for area variances to build or expand structures. The most notable is a proposal for a seven-unit multi-family dwelling at 37 Lake Street, which requires a variance because the zoning allows only six units. Other items include residential additions, a solar canopy for a church, and a deck construction.

• 37 Lake LLC/Vito DiMatteo, 37 Lake Street: 4-story, 7-unit multi-family dwelling (variance for minimum lot area per dwelling unit)
• Ari & Davida Rosenstrauch, 3 New York Avenue: 1-story rear addition (variance for side yard setbacks)
• Steven Nigro, 459 South Lexington Avenue: second floor addition (variance for combined side yards)
• Memorial United Methodist Church, 250 Bryant Avenue: solar canopy over parking lot (variances for canopy height and setbacks)
• Kate Scorza Ingram, 14 Bursley Place: rear yard deck (variances for side yards)

The Board of Appeals granted area variances for a second floor addition at 459 South Lexington Avenue and a permit extension for accessory structures at 266 Central Avenue. Two other applications were adjourned, and two new applications were scheduled for future hearings.

• Granted area variance for second floor addition at 459 South Lexington Avenue (Z-2023-1)
• Granted second one-year extension for special permit and area variances at 266 Central Avenue (Z-2023-3)
• Adjourned application for multi-family dwelling at 37 Lake Street (Z-2022-24)
• Adjourned application for rear yard addition at 3 New York Avenue (Z-2022-27)
• Scheduled solar canopy application at 250 Bryant Avenue for 4/12/2023 (Z-2023-2)
• Scheduled deck construction application at 14 Bursley Place for 4/12/2023 (Z-2023-4)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss three capital projects: replacing communications room workstations, renovating fire facilities for FY23, and improving Church Street sidewalks. The council will also receive a pre-submission presentation on the White Plains Hospital site plan amendment and a presentation on the Our Home WP cellphone application.

• Capital Project: Communications Room Workstation Replacement
• Capital Project: Renovations to Fire Facilities FY23
• Capital Project: Church Street Sidewalk Improvements
• Pre-submission presentation on White Plains Hospital site plan amendment
• Our Home WP cellphone application presentation

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will hold a special meeting to discuss three capital projects: Communications Room Workstation Replacement ($190,000), Renovations to Fire Facilities FY23 ($50,000), and Church Street Sidewalk Improvements ($150,000). They will also hear a pre-submission presentation on the White Plains Hospital site plan amendment and a presentation on the Our Home WP cellphone application. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and presentation meeting.

• Capital project: Communications Room Workstation Replacement, $190,000
• Capital project: Renovations to Fire Facilities FY23, $50,000
• Capital project: Church Street Sidewalk Improvements, $150,000
• Pre-submission presentation: White Plains Hospital site plan amendment
• Presentation: Our Home WP cellphone application

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board met on February 21, 2023, to act on several site plan applications, special permits, and subdivision matters. The board approved a site plan for a single-family house at 66 Liberty Place and a site plan amendment for stream wall modifications at 14 Willowbrook Road. It also declared itself lead agency for environmental review of the 106-lot Farrell Estates at Ridgeway subdivision, requiring a Draft Environmental Impact Statement. Other items were adjourned or received no objection.

• Approved site plan for single-family house at 66 Liberty Place (R2-4 district)
• Approved site plan amendment for stream wall modifications at 14 Willowbrook Road (R1-12.5 district)
• Adjourned special permit for T-Mobile antenna facility at 41 Barker Avenue
• Adjourned site plan amendments at 135 and 145 Saxon Woods Road
• Lead agency declaration and positive DEIS declaration for 106-lot Farrell Estates subdivision at 336-400 Ridgeway

The Planning Board approved site plans for two residential properties and a one-year extension for the Westmoreland Lofts project. A public hearing for a T-Mobile antenna facility was adjourned, and a DEIS was ordered for the Farrell Estates subdivision.

• Approved site plan for single family house at 66 Liberty Place (unanimous)
• Approved site plan amendment for stream wall modifications at 14 Willowbrook Road (unanimous)
• Approved no-objection letter to Common Council for one-year extension at 146 Westmoreland Avenue (6-0)
• Adopted resolution requiring a DEIS for Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing for T-Mobile antenna at 41 Barker Avenue to March 15, 2023 (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing for site plan amendments at 135 and 145 Saxon Woods Road (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting minutes from December 21, 2022 and January 17, 2023

Conservation Board

The White Plains Conservation Board will meet to approve minutes from February 16, 2023, and receive status reports on several environmentally sensitive site projects referred from the Planning Board, including 66 Liberty Place, Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision, 14 Willowbrook Road, and 135/145 Saxon Woods Road. No formal actions are expected on these referrals. The board will also discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan.

• 66 Liberty Place: single-family house on environmentally sensitive site (status report only)
• Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision: 106-lot subdivision on environmentally sensitive site (status report only)
• 14 Willowbrook Road: stream modifications for flood-level water flow (status report only)
• 135/145 Saxon Woods Road: site plan amendments for walls, bridge, deck, and stormwater features on environmentally sensitive sites (status report only)
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan updates

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will review several project status reports regarding environmentally sensitive sites. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding updates to the Comprehensive Plan.

• 66 Liberty Place site plan application status report
• Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision status report
• 14 Willowbrook Road project review
• Comprehensive Plan updates discussion
• 135 and 145 Saxon Woods Road project status reports

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss requests to restrict truck traffic on Bryant Avenue due to noise and safety concerns, and review parking changes on Hall Avenue. Staff recommendations on several items are pending further study, including traffic counts and video analysis.

• Request to restrict commercial traffic on Bryant Avenue at 101 Old Mamaroneck Road
• Request for 'No Through Trucks' on Bryant Avenue from 2 Bryant Crescent residents
• Proposal to post 'No Parking Any Time' on west side of Hall Avenue from Valley Road to 57 Hall Avenue
• Request to review parking on North Broadway between McBride Avenue and Holland Avenue for sight-line obstruction
• Common Council referrals for 146 Westmoreland Avenue extension and Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center zoning amendments

The Commission recommended a new 'No Parking Anytime' zone on Hall Avenue and approved a one-year extension for Westmoreland Lofts. It also recommended approval of zoning amendments for the Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center. Several requests regarding truck traffic and sight lines were held for further study.

• Approved minutes of January 18, 2023 meeting
• Recommended 'No Parking Anytime' on west side of Hall Avenue from Valley Road to 57 Hall Avenue
• Recommended holding request for Bryant Avenue school zone signage and speed limits
• Held request for 'No Through-Trucks' on Bryant Avenue pending video study
• Held request to review parking on North Broadway between McBride Avenue and Holland Avenue pending sight line measurements
• Recommended approval of one-year extension for Westmoreland Lofts (146 Westmoreland Avenue)
• Recommended approval of zoning ordinance and map amendments for Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center (303-317 North Street)

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board will review multiple applications for signage installation, exterior changes, and a zoning ordinance amendment. Items include new wall signs for several businesses, a special use permit for a T-Mobile antenna facility, and a request to extend site plan approval for a mixed-use building. The board will also consider a petition from Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center to amend the zoning ordinance.

• Shiraz Kitchen & Wine Bar, 80 Mamaroneck Ave: wall sign (resubmitted)
• T-Mobile Northeast, LLC, 41 Barker Ave: special use permit for public utility antenna facility (resubmitted)
• Freebird Kitchen & Bar, 155-161 Mamaroneck Ave: exterior changes for restaurant expansion
• 136-158 Westmoreland LLC, 146 Westmoreland Ave: extension of site plan and special permit for mixed-use building
• Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center, 303-317 North Street: petition for zoning ordinance amendments

The Design Review Board approved applications for wall signs and exterior changes at six different locations. Two applications were reviewed without comment, one was sent back for resubmission, and one was removed from the agenda.

• Approved wall sign for Shiraz Kitchen & Wine Bar at 80 Mamaroneck Ave
• Approved wall sign for Tetro Design at 54 Lake Street
• Approved wall sign for Playa Bowls at 245 Mains Street
• Approved signage and temporary rental sign for Hamilton Crossing at 440 Hamilton Ave
• Approved wall sign for Hear USA at 186 E Post Rd
• Approved exterior changes for Freebird Kitchen & Bar at 155-161 Mamaroneck Ave
• Requested resubmission of screening materials from T-Mobile Northeast, LLC at 41 Barker Ave
• Removed application for LRC / Greystar & Cappeli Organization at 25 No Lexington Ave from agenda

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board is holding a special meeting to review the Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision, a proposed 106-lot subdivision on an environmentally sensitive site. The board is deciding or discussing the subdivision application, which is the only item on the agenda.

• 106-lot subdivision at 336-400 Ridgeway, Gedney Esplanade, and 213-223 Bryant Avenue
• R1-30 Residential Single-Family Zoning District
• Environmentally Sensitive Site designation

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council held its regular stated meeting on February 6, 2023, adopting ordinances and resolutions on a range of items. Key actions included authorizing a Clean Energy Communities agreement with NYSERDA, approving a new fee schedule for Recreation and Parks, and accepting several grants and contracts for Youth Bureau programs. The council also approved street closures for upcoming parades and the Farmers' Market, and extended site plan approvals for the North Street Community and City Square projects.

• Authorized agreement with NYSERDA for Clean Energy Communities program
• Adopted fee schedule for Recreation and Parks effective March 1, 2023
• Accepted $20,000 grant from The New York Community Trust for Youth Bureau Academic Assistance
• Approved contracts with Peekskill, Port Chester, New Rochelle, and Ossining for Grandpas United Mentoring Program ($20,000-$25,000 each)
• Approved street closures for Farmers' Market, Memorial Day Parade, and St. Patrick's Day Parade

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will vote on several ordinances: accepting a $30,000 NYSERDA grant for an electric vehicle, settling multiple tax assessment challenges with refunds totaling over $178,000, closing streets for the Farmers Market and parades, receiving a $250 donation for smoke detectors, and approving a new Recreation and Parks fee schedule effective March 1, 2023.

• NYSERDA $30,000 grant for electric vehicle replacing 2008 gas vehicle
• Tax settlement refunds: ABT Kids Inc. $653.82, 5 Barker Ave $40,327.89, Brook Hills Condos I & II $44,073.14 and $29,391.21, 24-72 Brook Hill Circle $46,261.31, PastorRayNY.com $17,673.25
• Street closures: Farmers Market on Court Street (Apr 10-Nov 22, 2023), Memorial Day Parade (May 29), St. Patrick's Day Parade (Mar 11) with sidewalk cafe permits for six restaurants
• Recreation and Parks fee increases: field permits, tennis court rentals, summer camps, hockey, softball
• $250 donation from Bristol Assisted Living for smoke/carbon monoxide detectors

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning is meeting to decide on four area variance applications. These include a proposed seven-unit multi-family dwelling at 37 Lake Street, a fence height variance at 3 New York Avenue, and two residential additions at 459 South Lexington Avenue and 12 Patricia Lane. The board will vote on whether to grant the requested variances from the city's zoning ordinance.

• 37 Lake St: variance for 7-unit dwelling in B-3 zone, exceeding 6-unit limit by 87 sq ft lot area per unit
• 3 New York Ave: variance for 6-ft fence above retaining wall, exceeding 4.4.16 height limit
• 459 South Lexington Ave: variance for second-floor addition, combined side yard setback reduced from 18 ft to 4.82 ft
• 12 Patricia Lane: variance for rear yard addition, side yard setback reduced from 9.5 ft to 3.5 ft

The Board of Appeals granted one area variance for a fence and wall height at 12 Patricia Lane. Two other applications were adjourned, and one new application was scheduled for a future hearing.

• Granted area variance for fence/wall height at 12 Patricia Lane (Z-2022-25)
• Adjourned multi-family dwelling application at 37 Lake Street (Z-2022-24)
• Adjourned addition application at 3 New York Avenue (Z-2022-27)
• Scheduled addition application at 459 South Lexington Avenue for 3/01/2023 (Z-2023-1)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss three items: capital projects for Kittrell Park basketball courts, a proposed fee schedule for Recreation and Parks programs effective March 1, 2023, and an amendment to the Traffic Ordinance. The fee schedule includes increases for field permits, tennis court rentals, summer camps, and other programs. The traffic amendment proposes setting a 30 mph speed limit on numerous city streets.

• Proposed fee increases: Delfino and Gillie field permits for resident adults rise from $110 to $415 per hour
• Summer Day Camp fees increase: Camp Q and Camp P (6 weeks) from $1,200 to $1,235; Teen Camp (6 weeks) from $1,600 to $1,650
• Tennis court rentals increase from $25 to $30 per hour
• Community Gardens fees rise from $50 to $60
• Traffic ordinance amendment sets 30 mph speed limit on East Post Road, Main Street, North Broadway, South Broadway, and other listed streets

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss three items: capital projects for Kittrell Park basketball courts, a proposed fee schedule for Recreation and Parks programs, and an amendment to the city's Traffic Ordinance. These are discussion items only; no final decisions are scheduled.

• Capital projects: Kittrell Park basketball courts
• Proposed schedule of fees for Recreation and Parks programs
• Proposed amendment to the Traffic Ordinance

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The White Plains Recreation Advisory Committee will review program reports, discuss old and new business, and set upcoming event dates. Key items include the 2023-24 fee schedule, camp lottery, and capital project updates. The meeting is largely administrative and advisory.

• Fee Schedule 2023-24
• Camp Lottery
• Capital Project – Gillie Basketball Court/Tennis Viewing area/Retaining wall
• New hires: Senior Recreation Leader/Recreation Leader
• Celebrate Black History Month Lunch – Feb 8, 11:30am – Community Center

Transportation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several traffic safety items, including a city-wide 25 MPH speed limit evaluation and bus stop adjustments on E. J. Conroy Drive. Other discussions involve parking restrictions on Hall Avenue and potential turn restrictions at Bryant Avenue and Longview Avenue.

• City-wide evaluation of 25 MPH speed limits
• Bus stop and layover area adjustments on E. J. Conroy Drive
• Proposed 'No Turn on Red' at Bryant Avenue and Longview Avenue
• Parking restriction requests near 63 Hall Avenue
• Traffic safety review for 101 Old Mamaroneck Road

The Transportation Commission recommended a city-wide 25 mph speed limit for most roads, excluding several currently under study. The body also approved changes to bus layover areas on EJ Conroy Drive and site plan extensions for two development projects.

• Recommended city-wide 25 mph speed limit (excluding 23 specific roads under study)
• Recommended converting EJ Conroy Drive area to a 105-foot 'Layover Area'
• Recommended against 'No Turn on Red' at Bryant Avenue and Longview Avenue
• Recommended against removing additional parking at Bryant Avenue and Old Mamaroneck Road
• Recommended site plan extension for 329 senior units at 315-317 North Street
• Recommended site plan extension for project at 50 Main St, 34 S Lexington Ave, and 1-11 Martine Ave
• Recommended revision to loading zone at 124 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Tabled parking restriction request for 63 Hall Avenue

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board will meet on January 17, 2023, to handle several site plan amendments, extensions, and a zoning petition. Key actions include scheduling a public hearing for a stream wall modification at 14 Willowbrook Road, approving a patio amendment at 138 Rosedale Avenue, and referring several extension requests to the Common Council. The board also adjourned the Farrell Estates subdivision discussion to a special meeting on February 7, 2023.

• Public hearing scheduled for 14 Willowbrook Road site plan amendment (stream walls)
• Approved site plan amendment for patio at 138 Rosedale Avenue
• Adjourned Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision (106 lots) to Feb 7 special meeting
• No objection to zoning petition by Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center at 303-317 North Street
• Approved one-year extension for subdivision at 334 West Street

The Planning Board approved a site plan amendment for a patio at 138 Rosedale Avenue and granted a one-year extension for a subdivision at 334 West Street. The Board also sent letters of no objection to the Common Council regarding a new healthcare facility and two site plan extensions.

• Approved patio/terrace site plan amendment at 138 Rosedale Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension of preliminary subdivision approval for 334 West Street (unanimous)
• Recommended approval to Common Council for Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center zoning amendments (6-0)
• Recommended approval to Common Council for 3-year site plan extension at 303-315 North Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval to Common Council for 1-year site plan extension at City Square (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 14 Willowbrook Road stream wall modifications for Feb 21, 2023 (unanimous)
• Adjourned Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision matter to Feb 7, 2023

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for January 16, 2023 has been cancelled due to the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. The next meeting is rescheduled to Monday, February 13, 2023, moved one week earlier to avoid the Washington's Birthday city holiday. No business items are on this agenda.

• January 16, 2023 meeting cancelled for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Next meeting rescheduled to February 13, 2023

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board is holding a work session to discuss the Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision, a proposed 106-lot residential subdivision on an environmentally sensitive site. The board is reviewing the application, which involves properties on Ridgeway, Gedney Esplanade, and Bryant Avenue in the R1-30 zoning district.

• 106-lot subdivision at 336-400 Ridgeway, Gedney Esplanade, 213-223 Bryant Avenue
• R1-30 Residential Single-Family Zoning District
• Environmentally Sensitive Site designation

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review several applications, including new wall signs, vinyl siding, a special use permit for a T-Mobile antenna, and extensions to site plan approvals for City Square and North Street Community. Most items are new applications for signage or building alterations.

• New York State DMV: wall sign at 1 Maple Ave (resubmitted)
• T-Mobile Northeast, LLC: special use permit for public utility antenna at 41 Barker Ave
• City Square: extension to amended site plan approval at 50 Main St, 34 So Lexington Ave, 1-11 Martine Ave
• North Street Community: fourth 3-year extension of site plan approval for independent living phase at 303-315 North Street
• Red House by David Burke: reface canopy signs and install 2 horse statues at 221 Main Street

The Design Review Board approved five applications for signage and siding installations. Two site plan extension requests were reviewed without comment, and one antenna facility application was sent back for alternate options.

• Approved vinyl siding installation at 19 Primrose Street
• Approved wall signs at 10 Robertson Ave with illumination and electrical requirements
• Approved non-illuminated wall sign at 80 Mamaroneck Ave
• Approved wall sign at 130 W Post Rd with size and color matching requirements
• Approved non-illuminated canopy signs and horse statues at 221 Main Street
• Requested alternate options for antenna facility at 41 Barker Ave
• Reviewed site plan extension for City Square (50 Main St, 34 So Lexington Ave, 1-11 Martine Ave) with no comment
• Reviewed site plan extension for North Street Community (303-315 North Street) with no comment

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning will hold a public hearing on January 4, 2023, to consider seven applications for area variances. These include requests for a deck replacement, a canopy, a multi-family dwelling, a fence, an addition, and an extension of a prior resolution. The board will decide whether to grant these variances from the city's zoning ordinance.

• 37 Lake LLC/Vito DiMatteo, 37 Lake Street: 4-story, 7-unit multi-family dwelling (variance for minimum lot area per dwelling unit)
• Elizabeth Oliveri, 47 Ethelridge Road: rear yard deck replacement (variance for combined side yards setback)
• Anthony & Emily Smith, 7 McBride Avenue: front yard entrance canopy (variance for front yard setback)
• Stephen Sohl, 12 Patricia Lane: fence/wall height variance (6'-0" fence above 3'-6" retaining wall)
• Ari & Davida Rosenstrauch, 3 New York Avenue: one-story rear addition (variances for side yard setbacks)

The Board of Appeals granted area variances for a deck replacement, an entrance canopy, and a building construction extension. An application for a seven-unit multi-family dwelling was adjourned.

• Granted variance for deck replacement at 47 Ethelridge Road
• Granted variance for entrance canopy at 7 McBride Avenue
• Adjourned application for 7-unit multi-family dwelling at 37 Lake Street
• Granted one-year extension to construct a new building at 146 Westmoreland Avenue

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will consider a series of ordinances and resolutions at its regular meeting, including bond authorizations for capital projects, agreements for services, and community development grants. Items include funding for electronic device replacement, HVAC design, heavy-duty vehicles, and various Youth Bureau programs. The agenda is largely routine, with most items being first readings of ordinances.

• Bond ordinance for $303,000 to finance HVAC design in a Class A building
• Bond ordinance for $375,000 for heavy-duty vehicles for construction and maintenance
• Agreement with New York Power Authority for Energy Services Program
• Community Development Block Grant loans/grants to Westchester Residential Opportunities, El Centro Hispano, and White Plains Senior Center
• Agreement with White Plains City School District for two school resource officers

Agenda

The Common Council is reviewing three applications for special rehabilitation assistance through the Community Development Block Grant Program. The proposed funds target roof remediation, lighting upgrades, and safety repairs for local non-profit agencies and senior services.

• $72,000 grant and $73,000 loan recommended for El Centro Hispano, Inc. at 295 Central Avenue
• $50,000 grant recommended for light fixture upgrades at the White Plains Senior Center, 65 Mitchell Place
• $50,000 loan recommended for stair and driveway repairs at Westchester Residential Opportunities, Inc., 65 Waller Avenue