White Plains public meetings in 2024

White Plains Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will hold a special meeting to consider a resolution authorizing a lease termination agreement with One Source Homecare Supplies, Inc. The board will also approve minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting and handle any other business.

• Resolution 12-2024: Authorize lease termination agreement with One Source Homecare Supplies, Inc.

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency approved a lease termination agreement with One Source Homecare Supplies, Inc., allowing the tenant until February 28, 2025, to vacate 42-44 East Post Road. The agency took title to the property on December 19, 2024. The tenant's pharmacy and medical supply businesses will relocate to other locations in White Plains.

• Approved lease termination agreement with One Source Homecare Supplies, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved minutes from October 23, 2024 meeting (3-0)

White Plains Urban Renewal Agency

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency approved a resolution making a NEPA determination to acquire property from the White Plains Housing Authority for a public parking garage. They also reaffirmed their mission statement and approved the 2023–2024 annual report. Separately, the board authorized a lease termination agreement with One Source Homecare Supplies, Inc. at 42-44 East Post Road, allowing the tenant to remain until February 28, 2025.

• Resolution approving NEPA determination for acquisition of Housing Authority property to construct a public parking garage
• Resolution reaffirming mission statement and approving 2023–2024 annual report
• Lease termination agreement with One Source Homecare Supplies, Inc. at 42-44 East Post Road, tenant vacating by Feb 28, 2025

Agenda

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to adopt an ordinance authorizing a partial release of mortgage and amendments to the PILOT agreement for properties at 220 Hamilton Avenue and 20 Barker Avenue, part of the Hamilton Green project. The ordinance was adopted by a 7-0 vote. The council also hears a presentation from the Hindu Temple of Tri-state regarding property at 390 North Street.

• Adoption of ordinance authorizing partial release of mortgage and PILOT amendments for 220 Hamilton Ave and 20 Barker Ave
• Communication from Corporation Counsel requesting authorization to release a lot from PILOT mortgage for Hamilton Green project
• Presentation by Hindu Temple of Tri-state on property at 390 North Street

The Common Council adopted an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute documents that release the 220 Hamilton Avenue lot from the existing PILOT mortgage and agreement, as part of the Hamilton Green development. The release facilitates the sale of that parcel to the New York Power Authority, while the PILOT payments continue to be secured by the remaining lots. The ordinance was adopted by a 7-0 vote.

• Adopted ordinance authorizing partial release of mortgage and amendments to PILOT agreement for 220 Hamilton Avenue (7-0)

Agenda

The Common Council will consider an ordinance authorizing the partial release of a lot at 220 Hamilton Avenue from a payment-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT) mortgage to facilitate the New York Power Authority's headquarters. They will also hear a presentation on the proposed Hindu Temple of Tri-State at 390 North Street. The meeting is called to meet a December 20 deadline tied to federal Inflation Reduction Act benefits.

• Ordinance authorizing partial release of PILOT mortgage for Lot 1..21 (220 Hamilton Avenue) for NYPA headquarters
• Hamilton Green Phase 2 amendment to remove NYPA lot from CWIDA development
• First Amendment to PILOT Agreement and PILOT Mortgage to exclude Lot 1..21
• Presentation on The Hindu Temple of Tri-State at 390 North Street
• Urgency due to federal tax benefits expiring December 31, 2024

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss several resident requests regarding parking restrictions and traffic safety. Staff have provided recommendations on whether to install new signage or crosswalks at specific intersections.

• Request for 'No Turn on Red' at North Street and Ridgeway
• Request for a crosswalk at Walworth Terrace and Quinby Avenue
• Request for a temporary loading zone near 170 Maple Avenue
• Request to remove one-hour parking restrictions at 16 Gedney Way

The Transportation Commission approved staff recommendations to deny a 'No Turn on Red' at North Street and Ridgeway and to deny a crosswalk at Walworth Terrace and Quinby Avenue. It also recommended a temporary loading zone on the east side of Davis Avenue south of Maple Avenue for 170 Maple Avenue, and approved polling residents about removing a parking restriction on Gedney Way.

• Approved staff recommendation to deny 'No Turn on Red' at North Street and Ridgeway
• Approved staff recommendation to deny crosswalk at Walworth Terrace and Quinby Avenue
• Recommended loading zone on east side of Davis Avenue south of Maple Avenue for 170 Maple Ave
• Approved polling residents before changing parking restriction on Gedney Way

Planning Board

The Planning Board adopted October meeting minutes and scheduled a public hearing for January 21, 2025 on a site plan amendment for an expanded patio at 11 Middle Road. The board also recommended approval of a site plan amendment for the Hindu Temple of Tri-State at 390 North Street. Additionally, the board continued to January 21 consideration of the District Galleria's DEIS and proposed zoning map amendment to create a TD-2 Transit Development district at 100 Main Street. Other items included extension of a subdivision approval and a special permit amendment.

• Scheduled public hearing for Jan 21 on site plan amendment for expanded patio at 11 Middle Road
• Recommended approval of site plan amendment for Hindu Temple at 390 North Street
• Continued to Jan 21 the District Galleria DEIS and proposal to create TD-2 zoning district and rezone 100 Main Street
• One-year extension of two-lot subdivision approval at 60 South Broadway
• Dish Wireless special permit amendment as eligible facility upgrade at 59-65 Old Mamaroneck Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will schedule a public hearing for a patio expansion at 11 Middle Road, review a site plan amendment for the Hindu Temple of Tri-State at 390 North Street, and discuss a petition to create a new Transit Development-2 (TD-2) zoning district and rezone 100 Main Street for District Galleria. Adjourned items from prior meetings are also noted.

• 11 Middle Road – site plan amendment for expanded patio (public hearing to be scheduled)
• Hindu Temple of Tri-State, 390 North Street – site plan amendment referred by Common Council
• District Galleria, 100 Main Street – DEIS submitted to support new TD-2 zoning district and rezoning
• Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision, 336-400 Ridgeway – 106-lot subdivision (adjourned)

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board is meeting to review referrals from the Common Council and Planning Board. The board will consider a new referral regarding a zoning ordinance amendment for the District Galleria at 100 Main Street.

• Petition to create a Transit Development-2 District (TD-2) to rezone 100 Main Street (District Galleria)
• Site plan amendment for an expanded patio at 11 Middle Road
• Status report for a 24-space parking lot at 290 Ferris Avenue
• Status report for a single-family house at 15 Commerce Street
• Status report for a patio expansion at 15 Hillside Terrace

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on an application by WP Development NB LLC for an 18-month extension of the Certificate of Appropriateness granted in 2021 for the redevelopment of the Good Counsel Campus at 52 North Broadway. The applicant cites financial market challenges and project complexity as reasons for the extension; no changes to the approved plans are proposed. The commission previously granted a prior 18-month extension in 2023.

• Public hearing on 18-month extension of Certificate of Appropriateness for 52 North Broadway (Good Counsel Campus)
• Applicant: WP Development NB LLC; previous COA granted November 2021
• 18-month extension previously granted in June 2023
• No material changes to project scope or underlying facts
• Property is a designated local historic landmark

Capital Projects Board

The Capital Projects Board is meeting to review funding requests for the 2025-2031 Capital Improvement Program. These requests originate from several city departments and utility funds.

• Review of Department of Information Technology requests
• Review of Department of Parking requests
• Review of Department of Public Safety requests
• Review of Department of Recreation and Parks requests
• Review of Department of Public Works, Sewer Rent Fund, and Water Fund requests

Agenda

The Design Review Board is reviewing multiple resubmitted and new applications for signage, awnings, and a special use permit for a public utility antenna facility. Items include sign changes for retail stores, restaurants, a gas station canopy, and rebranding of a gas station from BP to Exxon.

• Dish Wireless special use permit for public utility antenna facility at 59-65 Old Mamaroneck Rd
• Royal Petroleum installation of new canopy over existing gasoline pumps at 124 So Lexington Ave
• Exxon rebranding from BP with refaced pole sign, canopy signs, and pump decals at 69 Bank St
• Frankie & Anthony's City Pizzeria new wall signs, projecting sign, and awnings at 250 Main St
• Coffee Social installation of wall sign and projection sign at 193 E Post Rd

The Design Review Board approved three sign applications with conditions, including eliminating perimeter canopy down lighting for the Exxon rebranding and requiring opaque backgrounds for illuminated signs. One application for Porsche Pepe was not reviewed because the applicant requested an adjournment.

• Approved Exxon rebranding signs at 69 Bank Street with conditions (eliminate perimeter canopy down lighting, opaque backgrounds, separate electrical permit)
• Approved Ave 1 Hamilton Green signage at 25 Cottage Place with conditions (opaque backgrounds, separate electrical permit, no visible wires)
• Approved Juliette/Southern Land Company signage at 250 Mamaroneck Ave with conditions (no visible wires, separate electrical permit)
• Adjourned Porsche Pepe signage application at 1 Aqueduct Road at applicant's request

Agenda

The Board of Appeals is reviewing several applications for area variances regarding residential additions, pools, and a Buddhist Temple. The board will also consider an appeal regarding whether a Battery Energy Storage Facility is a permitted use in the city.

• Z-2024-28: Appeal regarding whether a Battery Energy Storage Facility at 118 Oakley Avenue is a permitted use
• Z-2024-20: Application for a Buddhist Temple at 1 Sycamore Lane including wetlands buffer and parking variances
• Z-2024-16: Request for a one-year extension for a building height variance of 302 feet 7 inches at 60 South Broadway
• Z-2024-36: Application for a new two-story dwelling and pool at 316 Ridgeway with building coverage variances
• Z-2024-31: Request for a side yard setback variance for a home addition at 55 Winslow Road

Agenda

The Common Council voted 7-0 on multiple items, including a $4,752,000 grant for 108 affordable condominiums at 99 Church Street and 6 Cottage Place, and authorized a new Transit Development-2 (TD-2) District public hearing for January 6, 2025. Other adopted measures include a school bus stop-arm camera enforcement program, litigation authorization, and various grants and donations. Items on sidewalk maintenance (TABLED) and proposed Charter amendment (WITHDRAWN) were not voted on.

• $4,752,000 grant from Affordable Housing Assistance Fund to WBP Development LLC for 108 affordable condominiums at 99 Church Street and 6 Cottage Place
• Public hearing scheduled for January 6, 2025 on Draft Environmental Impact Statement for new Transit Development-2 (TD-2) District zoning amendment (Galleria City Holding Company LLC)
• Agreement with BusPatrol America LLC and White Plains City School District for school bus stop-arm camera enforcement program
• Sidewalk maintenance ordinance (adding Section 7-3-20) tabled
• Fourth amendment to site plan for mixed-use project at 200 Hamilton Avenue (Hamilton Green) approved as amended

Agenda

The Common Council held a regular meeting on December 2, 2024, voting on numerous ordinances and resolutions. Key actions include approving a $4,752,000 affordable housing grant for 108 condominium units at 99 Church Street and 6 Cottage Place, advancing a zoning amendment for a new Transit Development-2 district (with a public hearing scheduled for January 6, 2025), and approving the amended site plan for the Hamilton Green mixed-use project at 200 Hamilton Avenue. Several other items were adopted, including contracts for school bus camera enforcement, special counsel, and various grants and donations.

• Adopted $4,752,000 grant to WBP Development LLC for 108 affordable condominium units at 99 Church Street and 6 Cottage Place
• Adopted resolution accepting DEIS and scheduling public hearing on January 6, 2025, for a new Transit Development-2 District zoning amendment (Galleria City Holding)
• Approved fourth amendment to site plan for Hamilton Green mixed-use project at 200 Hamilton Avenue
• Authorized agreement with BusPatrol America LLC for school bus stop arm camera enforcement program
• Authorized five-year agreement with Danziger & Markhoff LLP as Special Counsel for 2025

Agenda

The Common Council will consider a local law amending the city charter to formalize notice-of-claim requirements for lawsuits, shifting more liability for sidewalk defects to property owners. Other items include a $125,000 capital project for citywide IT infrastructure replacement, authorization to sue the Town of Carmel for $24,595.65 in police training reimbursement, renewal of legislative affairs special counsel at $44,000, and an ordinance updating FOIL procedures for employee disciplinary records.

• Local Law No. 3 for 2024 amends charter Section 277 to require written notice to the city before suing for street/sidewalk defects and to mandate property owners maintain sidewalks (liability shift)
• Ordinance establishing Capital Project No. C5655 for citywide IT infrastructure replacement/enhancements at $125,000
• Ordinance authorizing litigation against the Town of Carmel and Carmel Police Department to recover $24,595.65 in police officer training costs
• Ordinance authorizing retention of The Roffe Group of Robinson+Cole as special counsel for legislative affairs for one year at $44,000
• Ordinance amending FOIL regulations to require notice to city employees when their disciplinary records are requested or released

Agenda

The Common Council will discuss an application for funds from the Affordable Housing Assistance Fund for a project at 99 Church Street. They will also consider proposed contracts with BusPatrol America LLC for a school bus stop-arm camera enforcement program and a proposed amendment to the Municipal Code regarding sidewalk maintenance. A motion to enter executive session for a potential employment matter is also on the agenda.

• Discussion of Affordable Housing Assistance Fund application for 99 Church Street project
• Proposed contract with BusPatrol America LLC for school bus stop-arm camera enforcement
• Proposed amendment to Municipal Code Section 7-3-20 on sidewalk maintenance duty
• Motion to enter executive session for potential employment of a particular person

Agenda

The Common Council will hold a special meeting to consider a $4,752,000 grant from the Affordable Housing Assistance Fund for 108 affordable condominiums at 97-109 Church Street. It will also weigh a contract with BusPatrol America LLC for a school bus stop-arm camera enforcement program, an amendment to sidewalk maintenance rules, and a closed session on potential employment.

• $4,752,000 AHAF grant request for 108 affordable ownership units at 97-109 Church Street/6 Cottage Place
• Proposed contract with BusPatrol America LLC for school bus stop-arm camera enforcement; City gets 45% of revenue
• Amendment to Municipal Code Section 7-3-20 to enforce property owner sidewalk repair with fines
• Executive session to discuss potential employment of a particular person

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review staff reports and discuss ongoing projects including park paving and playground equipment. The body will also address the 2025 capital plan submission and upcoming seasonal programming.

• Gillie Lot Paving
• Battle Hill Park Playground
• WE-GO-SWING at Delfino Park
• Community Center Feasibility Study
• Grant-funded van purchase

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will review staff recommendations on several traffic safety and parking items, including a proposal to impose 'No Stopping Any Time' restrictions on Hamilton Avenue between North Broadway and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, with exceptions for meters and bus stops. Other items include requests for a crosswalk at Walworth Terrace and Quinby Avenue, all-way stops at two intersections that staff evaluated as not meeting federal warrants, and a proposal to add two-hour meter parking on downtown streets. The agenda also includes a referral for an amended site plan at 390 North Street for a Hindu Temple expansion, to which staff has no objection.

• Proposed 'No Stopping Any Time' on Hamilton Avenue between N Broadway and MLK Jr Blvd
• Proposed two-hour meter parking on Bank Street and Irving Place (staff recommended locations)
• Crosswalk request at Walworth Terrace and Quinby Avenue (held for ramp review by DPW)
• All-way stop requests at Heatherbloom/Oxford and Richbell/Fairway/Easton (not recommended by staff)
• Temporary loading zone at 170 Maple Avenue (held pending additional information)

Planning Board

This Planning Board meeting was canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 17, 2024. Items on the agenda—including a 106-lot subdivision at 336-400 Ridgeway and a special permit amendment for Dish Wireless—were not taken up.

Conservation Board

The White Plains Conservation Board meeting scheduled for November 18, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on December 16, 2024.

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board will review multiple applications, including a resubmitted mixed-use redevelopment at 200 Hamilton Ave (Hamilton Green), a special use permit for a Dish Wireless public utility antenna facility at 59-65 Old Mamaroneck Rd, and numerous signage and canopy installations. Other items include an amended site plan for the Hindu Temple of Tri-State at 390 North Street and a new canopy at Royal Petroleum on So Lexington Ave.

• 24-79: Resubmitted mixed-use redevelopment application for Hamilton Green at 200 Hamilton Ave by W. P. Mall Realty, LLC and Hamilton Green II Partners, LLC
• 24-78: Resubmitted special use permit for Dish Wireless public utility antenna facility at 59-65 Old Mamaroneck Rd
• 24-86: New sign package for NY Presbyterian Hospital at 1111 & 1129 Westchester Ave
• 24-88: New canopy over existing gasoline pumps at Royal Petroleum, 124 So Lexington Ave
• 24-89: New amended site plan approval for Hindu Temple of Tri-State at 390 North Street

Agenda

The Board of Appeals Zoning will hear several applications including a proposed Buddhist temple at 1 Sycamore Lane (adjourned to Dec. 4), an appeal of building department determinations on that project, an interpretation of whether a battery energy storage facility is a utility, a conversion of a home at 1 Fairview Avenue to two-family, and multiple variance extensions and new construction requests.

• Z-2024-20: Buddhist temple at 1 Sycamore Lane – requires wetlands buffer and other variances (adjourned to 12/04/2024)
• Z-2024-25: Appeal by Barbara Murray et al. regarding building determinations on the temple project
• Z-2024-28: New Leaf Energy appeal on whether a Battery Energy Storage Facility is a permitted utility at 118 Oakley Avenue
• Z-2024-27: Conversion of 1 Fairview Avenue from one-family to two-family dwelling
• Z-2024-29: Two-year extension of variance for special building setback at 80 Westchester Avenue

Agenda

The Common Council is reviewing the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the District Galleria project at 100 Main Street. The proposal includes rezoning the site to TD-2 and a large-scale redevelopment. The Council may accept the DEIS and schedule a public hearing for comments.

• Rezoning of 100 Main Street to TD-2 district
• Petitioner: Galleria City Holding Company LLC
• DEIS prepared by AKRF, Inc.
• SEQRA Type I Action – environmental review
• Public comment period to follow acceptance

Agenda

The Common Council decided on several property acquisitions, affordable housing grants, and infrastructure projects. The body also voted on zoning amendments and legal settlements.

• Acquisition of 42-44 East Post Road by the White Plains Urban Renewal Agency
• Grant of $500,000 for 12 affordable housing units at 60 South Kensico Avenue
• Agreement with Woodard & Curran Engineering for a zoning amendment at 100 Main Street
• Funding for the 'Downtown White Plains Streetscape Improvements' federal aid project
• Approval of a $30,000 grant from The New York Community Trust for academic assistance

Agenda

The Common Council will hold a public hearing to authorize the Urban Renewal Agency to acquire 42-44 East Post Road. The property is intended for a future multi-level public parking garage to support White Plains Hospital and the White Plains Housing Authority.

• Acquisition of 42-44 East Post Road (Section 130.27, Block 2, Lot 3)
• Authorization of bonds or notes not to exceed $6,600,000 to finance the acquisition
• Issuance of a Negative Declaration regarding environmental impact (SEQRA)
• Proposed construction of a multi-level public parking garage

Agenda

The Common Council will discuss site plan proposals for 60 S. Broadway and 290 Ferris Avenue. The body will also review a local law regarding sidewalk defect liability and a funding application for affordable housing.

• Proposed site plan extension for 60 S. Broadway
• Proposed site plan for 290 Ferris Avenue
• Affordable Housing Assistance Fund application for 60 South Kensico Avenue
• Draft environmental impact statement for the Transit Development-2 (TD-2) District
• Proposed local law amending Section 277 of the White Plains Charter on sidewalk defect liability

Agenda

The Common Council will consider a $500,000 grant from the Affordable Housing Assistance Fund for a 12-unit affordable housing development at 60 South Kensico Avenue, and will hold a public hearing on a proposed local law that would make property owners liable for injuries or damages from failure to maintain adjacent sidewalks and curbs, removing city liability.

• $500,000 AHAF grant request for 12-unit affordable housing at 60 South Kensico Avenue
• Proposed local law transferring civil liability for sidewalk and curb maintenance to property owners
• Public hearing set on the sidewalk liability ordinance
• Projected total development cost $6,423,965 with a $500,000 funding gap
• All 12 units to remain affordable in perpetuity via restrictive covenant

White Plains Urban Renewal Agency

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency will hold a special meeting to consider two action items: Resolution 10-2024, which makes a determination under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regarding the acquisition of property from the White Plains Housing Authority to construct a public parking garage, and Resolution 11-2024, which reaffirms the agency's mission statement and performance measures and approves the annual report. The meeting also includes roll call and approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

• Resolution 10-2024: NEPA determination for acquiring property from White Plains Housing Authority for a public parking garage
• Resolution 11-2024: Reaffirmation of mission statement and performance measures, and approval of annual report
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2024 meeting

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for October 21, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 18, 2024.

Agenda

The Design Review Board will review several resubmitted and new applications for signage, facade changes, awnings, and mechanical equipment. Notable items include a special use permit for a Dish Wireless antenna facility, a mixed-use redevelopment at Hamilton Green, and a one-year extension for a residential development at 1 Water Street. Most items are design-related approvals.

• 24-79 Hamilton Green (200 Hamilton Ave): Mixed-use redevelopment application by W.P. Mall Realty, LLC and Hamilton Green II Partners, LLC.
• 24-80 1 Water Street, LLC: One-year extension of site plan approval for new residential development.
• 24-78 Dish Wireless (59-65 Old Mamaroneck Rd): Special Use Permit for a public utility antenna facility.
• 24-77 City Fresh Market (68 W Post Rd): Proposed mechanical bulkhead.
• 24-66 Frankie & Anthony’s City Pizzeria (250 Main Street): New wall signs, projecting sign, and awnings.

Transportation Commission

The White Plains Transportation Commission will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss several traffic-related requests. Items include evaluating parking restrictions on Ferris Avenue, reviewing sight lines at multiple locations, and considering amendments to site plans for major developments like Hamilton Green and 1 Water Street.

• Ferris Avenue: Recommended change from 'No Parking Any Time' to 'No Standing Any Time' between Richard Street and Gardella Park
• North Street at Ridgeway: Request for 'No Turn on Red' for eastbound Ridgeway traffic due to visibility issues
• Walworth Terrace at Quinby Avenue: Sight line review requested near 130 Walworth Avenue
• Vermont Avenue at Scott Circle: Sight line review requested near 11 Vermont Avenue
• 200 Hamilton Avenue: Site plan amendment proposed for Hamilton Green mixed-use redevelopment, including conversion of residential building to office and 156 affordable condominium units

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board will hold public hearings on a special permit for a Chick-fil-A parking lot and an eligible facility upgrade for Dish Wireless. Other items include a site plan amendment for Hamilton Green, which would convert a 260-unit apartment building to a 297,105-square-foot office for the New York Power Authority and convert 20 Barker Avenue from 130 rental units to 156 affordable condominiums. The board will also consider a fifth one-year extension for a two-lot subdivision at 60 South Broadway and a one-year extension for a 301-unit apartment building at 1 Water Street. A previously adjourned 106-lot subdivision at Farrell Estates is also on the agenda.

• Chick-fil-A special permit for a commercial parking lot at 20 Tarrytown Road (B-3 District)
• Dish Wireless special permit amendment as an eligible facility upgrade at 59-65 Old Mamaroneck Road
• Hamilton Green site plan amendment: 220 Hamilton Avenue conversion to 297,105sf office for New York Power Authority; 20 Barker Avenue conversion to 156 affordable condominiums (Common Council referral)
• 1 Water Street one-year extension of site plan approval for a 301-unit apartment building (Common Council referral)
• Farrell Estates at Ridgeway Subdivision – 106-lot subdivision (adjourned item)

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning is reviewing seven variance applications. Key items include a proposed Buddhist Temple at 1 Sycamore Lane requiring multiple area variances and a wetlands buffer encroachment, and a one-year extension for a 302.5-foot building height at 60 South Broadway. The board will also consider residential additions, a porch reconstruction, and a conversion application, plus an appeal of the building department's determination regarding the temple.

• Z-2024-16: One-year extension to vary height limit to 302 ft 7 in at 60 South Broadway
• Z-2024-20: Buddhist Temple at 1 Sycamore Lane requiring variances for wetlands buffer, setback, and parking
• Z-2024-25: Appeal of building department determinations regarding the temple application
• Z-2024-22: Two-story rear addition at 19 Sherman Avenue with side-yard variance
• Z-2024-27: Conversion of single-family dwelling to two-family at 1 Fairview Avenue (no appearance)

White Plains Urban Renewal Agency

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency is holding a special meeting to vote on three resolutions: a SEQRA negative declaration for acquiring 42-44 East Post Road, authorization to acquire that property, and issuance of up to $6.6 million in bonds for the East Post Road Urban Renewal Project, which includes a future public parking garage.

• Resolution 07-2024: SEQRA negative declaration for 42-44 East Post Road
• Resolution 08-2024: Authorizing acquisition of 42-44 East Post Road
• Resolution 09-2024: Authorizing up to $6,600,000 in bonds or bond anticipation notes for East Post Road project
• Property at 42-44 East Post Road targeted for future multi-level public parking garage
• Meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 26, 2024

Agenda

The Common Council will consider ordinances authorizing contracts and budget amendments for two capital projects: adding wheelchair-accessible playground equipment at Delfino Park (total cost $200,000) and designing/constructing ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps along Greenridge Avenue ($356,250, mostly state-funded). It will also vote on a settlement of tax review proceedings for five properties.

• Ordinance to amend Capital Project C5640 for Delfino Park Accessible Playground Equipment, increasing total budget to $200,000 with $60,000 from Community Development
• Ordinance to establish Capital Project C5654 for Greenridge Pedestrian Ramps, budget $356,250 ($285,000 from NYSDOT and $71,250 city funds)
• Settlement of tax review proceedings for properties at 499 North Broadway, 155 Ferris Avenue, 81 Bank Street, 120-122 East Post Road, and 8 Howard Avenue
• Environmental findings that both capital projects are Type II actions under SEQR, requiring no further review

Agenda

The Common Council held a public hearing for a proposed parking lot at 290 Ferris Avenue on an environmentally sensitive site. The Council then adopted numerous ordinances and resolutions, including approvals for capital projects, traffic changes, grant acceptances, and development projects such as the adaptive reuse of Church Street buildings and an extension for Haarlem Avenue development.

• Public hearing for site plan to construct a parking lot at 290 Ferris Avenue (environmentally sensitive site)
• Approval of adaptive reuse of 97-109 Church Street and 6 Cottage Place by WBP Development LLC
• Approval of site plan amendment for Toll Brothers at 80 Westchester Avenue
• Third one-year extension granted for transit-oriented development at Haarlem and Holland Avenues
• Referral of Hamilton Green mixed-use redevelopment at 200 Hamilton Avenue to multiple departments

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council holds a special meeting to discuss capital projects including Delfino Park playground and Greenridge pedestrian ramps, proposed amendments to sidewalk permit fees and deposits (Municipal Code 7-3-25), and a traffic ordinance change for stop signs on Sammis Lane. Presentations cover a proposed amendment for the Hamilton Green development at 200 Hamilton Avenue and a site plan at 23-29 Quarropas Street and 112-122 Court Street. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Delfino Park Accessible Playground Equipment (capital project)
• Greenridge Pedestrian Ramps (capital project)
• Proposed amendment to Municipal Code 7-3-25 re sidewalk permit fees and deposits
• Proposed stop signs on Sammis Lane (Traffic Ordinance amendment)
• Proposed amendment for 200 Hamilton Avenue (Hamilton Green)

The Common Council held a special meeting to discuss capital projects, including Delfino Park playground equipment and Greenridge pedestrian ramps, and considered amendments to sidewalk permit fees. They also heard presentations on the Hamilton Green and Court Street Residences developments, but no formal votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Discussed Delfino Park playground equipment project (C5640) with $200,000 total funding
• Discussed Greenridge Pedestrian Ramps project (C5654) with $356,250 total funding
• Considered amendment to sidewalk deposit fees to create uniform $25 per square foot
• Discussed proposed stop signs at multiple intersections on Sammis Lane and other roads
• Discussed proposed parking meter changes on Church Street
• Heard presentation on Hamilton Green amended site plan for NYPA headquarters
• Heard presentation on Court Street Residences, 141 senior affordable housing units and LOFT headquarters

Agenda

The Common Council is reviewing a request from Quarterra (Maple and Broadway Holdings LLC) for a one-year extension of the amended site plan approval for a large mixed-use project at 60 South Broadway. The project includes 814 multifamily units (6% affordable), 29,014 square feet of retail, and 957 parking spaces in two phases. Previous extensions have been granted, and a prior extension from March 2023 remains pending.

• Request to extend amended site plan approval to March 4, 2025
• Project includes 814 apartments, 29,014 sq ft retail, 957 parking spaces
• 6% of units affordable at 60% of area median income
• Fee-in-lieu of parks: $1,319,883 with phased payments
• Two-phase construction: Phase I (406 units, 15,800 sq ft retail) and Phase II (408 units, 13,214 sq ft retail)

Capital Projects Board

The Capital Projects Board will review two amendments to the FY 24-25 Capital Improvement Program. These proposals involve increasing the budget for playground equipment and adding a new project for pedestrian ramps.

• Increase Delfino Park Accessible Playground Equipment budget from $140,000 to $200,000
• Add $60,000 in revenue from the Community Development Block Grant Fund (CDBG) for Delfino Park
• Add Greenridge Pedestrian Ramps project in the amount of $356,250
• Greenridge Pedestrian Ramps funding: $285,000 New York State Grant and $71,250 city cash match

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to review old business including updates on Battle Hill Park Playground and the WE-GO Swing at Delfino Park, and discuss new business such as fall registration and teen programming. The committee will also receive a list of upcoming city events from September through November.

• Battle Hill Park Playground update
• WE-GO SWING at Delfino Park
• The Great White Plains Camp-Out discussion
• Jazzfest 2024 update
• Upcoming events: Family Fun Wellness Festival, Fall Concert, Halloween programs, Veterans Day

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a special permit for a commercial parking lot at 20 Tarrytown Road. The board will also review several special permit amendments for wireless facility upgrades and site plan amendments for various city properties.

• Public hearing for Chick-fil-A commercial parking lot at 20 Tarrytown Road
• Eligible Facility Upgrade amendments for AT&T and Dish Wireless at 78 North Broadway, 59-65 Old Mamaroneck Road, 950 Mamaroneck Avenue, and 456 North Street
• Site plan application for a 24-space parking lot at 290 Ferris
• Site plan amendment for mixed-use development at 80 Westchester Avenue
• Adaptive reuse project site plan amendment at 97-109 Church Street and 6 Cottage Place

The White Plains Planning Board approved four special permit amendments for wireless facility upgrades (AT&T at 78 North Broadway, 950 Mamaroneck Avenue, 456 North Street; Dish Wireless at 59-65 Old Mamaroneck Road), each subject to DPW and Building Department approval. The board also voted unanimously to send letters of no objection to the Common Council for several site plan amendments, including Adora Row (increasing units from 276 to 334), the adaptive reuse project at 97-109 Church Street and 6 Cottage Place (changing 55 rental units to 40 affordable condos), a 24-space parking lot at 290 Ferris Avenue, and a one-year extension for 20 Haarlem Avenue. A public hearing for a Chick-fil-A commercial parking lot at 20 Tarrytown Road was adjourned to October 15, 2024, as the applicant was not present.

• Approved AT&T special permit amendment at 78 North Broadway (Pace University) (unanimous)
• Approved AT&T special permit amendment at 950 Mamaroneck Avenue (Stepinac High School) (unanimous)
• Approved AT&T special permit amendment at 456 North Street (unanimous)
• Approved Dish Wireless special permit amendment at 59-65 Old Mamaroneck Road (unanimous)
• Sent letter of no objection to Common Council for Adora Row site plan amendment (5-0)
• Sent letter of no objection to Common Council for 97-109 Church Street/6 Cottage Place site plan amendment (5-0)
• Sent letter of no objection to Common Council for 24-space parking lot at 290 Ferris Avenue (5-0)
• Sent letter of no objection to Common Council for one-year extension at 20 Haarlem Avenue (4-0, 1 recused)

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss parking and traffic requests, including a review of McKinley Avenue parking restrictions, sight lines at Ridgeway and Hazelton, and a 'No Turn on Red' at North Street and Ridgeway. They will also consider three Common Council referrals: an amended site plan for a mixed-use project at 80 Westchester Avenue, a conversion to affordable condos at 97-109 Church Street, and a site plan extension at 20 Haarlem Avenue. The Ferris Avenue parking study remains on hold.

• Review of parking restrictions on McKinley Avenue near Battle Hill Park
• Staff recommends 'No Turn on Red' for southbound North Street at Ridgeway due to vision issues
• 80 Westchester Avenue - Toll Brothers mixed-use project amended site plan referral
• 97-109 Church Street & 6 Cottage Place - proposal to convert to 40 affordable condominium units
• Extension of site plan approval for 20 Haarlem Avenue, 27 Holland Avenue & 7-11 Holland Avenue

The Transportation Commission approved staff recommendations on several items, including parking changes on McKinley and Whitney Streets, sight-line corrections on Ridgeway and Hazelton, no new crosswalks on Ridgeway, and a 'No Turn on Red' for North Street at Ridgeway. It also approved site plan amendments for developments at 80 Westchester Avenue, 97-109 Church Street, and 20 Haarlem Avenue. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved parking restriction changes on McKinley and Whitney Streets (unanimous)
• Approved DPW to contact property owners to fix sight lines at 65 Ridgeway and 16 Hazelton Drive (unanimous)
• Denied new mid-block crosswalks and flashing lights on Ridgeway (unanimous)
• Approved 'No Turn on Red' for southbound North Street at Ridgeway (unanimous)
• Approved amended site plan for 80 Westchester Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved amended site plan for 97-109 Church Street & 6 Cottage Place (unanimous)
• Approved site plan extension for 20 Haarlem Avenue, 27 Holland Avenue & 7-11 Holland Avenue (unanimous)

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for September 16, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2024.

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board is considering multiple applications for signage, facade changes, and site plan amendments at its September 9, 2024 meeting. Items include new and resubmitted requests for wall signs, awnings, and building renovations. Several proposals seek amendments or extensions to previously approved site plans for adaptive reuse and redevelopment projects.

• Mobil/Chestnut Market at 174 Westchester Ave: installation of two illuminated logo signs and channel letters; building repaint
• 1200 Mamaroneck Ave: exterior renovations to the building
• WBP Development LLC at 97-109 Church St: amendment to site plan for adaptive reuse project
• Adora Row at 80 Westchester Ave: amendment to site plan for a proposed development project
• NW Plains Venture at 20 Haarlem Ave, 27 & 7-11 Holland Ave: one-year extension to site plan for property redevelopment

The White Plains Design Review Board approved several signage and exterior renovation applications, including The Shoppe, Mobil/Chestnut Market, Webster Bank, 1200 Mamaroneck Ave, and Purple Owl, with conditions such as no visible wires and separate electrical permits. It did not review El Primo (removed from agenda until applicant requests reinstatement) and The Private Shop (applicant absent). It denied signage and awnings for Frankie & Anthony's and Tous Les Jours Bakery, requiring resubmissions. It also reviewed site plan amendments for WEP Development and Adora Row, recommending approval for the latter.

• Approved The Shoppe wall sign (24-35)
• Approved Mobil/Chestnut Market illuminated signs (24-53)
• Approved Webster Bank wall signs and awnings (24-60)
• Approved 1200 Mamaroneck Ave exterior renovations (24-61)
• Denied Frankie & Anthony's signage and awnings (24-66)
• Denied Tous Les Jours Bakery canopy signage (24-67)
• Recommended approval of Adora Row site plan amendment (24-69)
• Approved Purple Owl additional canopy sign (24-71)

Agenda

The Board of Appeals is reviewing several applications for zoning variances and extensions. Key items include the conversion of a property into a Buddhist Temple and various residential additions and structures.

• Z-2024-20: Application to construct a Buddhist Temple and associated structures at 1 Sycamore Lane, including wetlands buffer encroachment
• Z-2024-17: Proposed two-story rear yard addition and conversion to a two-family dwelling at 106 Robertson Avenue
• Z-2024-19: Proposed two-story front yard addition at 696 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Z-2024-21: One-year extension request for solar carport variances at 250 Bryant Avenue
• Z-2024-24: Proposed front yard enclosed porch at 6 Wyanoke Street

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning granted area variances for a two-family conversion at 106 Robertson Avenue, a pergola at 11 Topland Road, and a front yard addition at 696 Mamaroneck Avenue. It also granted a one-year extension for a solar carport variance at Memorial United Methodist Church. Two applications were adjourned, and four new applications were scheduled for hearing on October 9, 2024.

• Granted variance for two-story addition at 106 Robertson Avenue (Z-2024-17)
• Granted variance for pergola at 11 Topland Road (Z-2024-18)
• Granted variance for front yard addition at 696 Mamaroneck Avenue (Z-2024-19)
• Granted 1-year extension for solar carport variance at 250 Bryant Avenue (Z-2024-21)
• Adjourned extension request for 60 South Broadway (Z-2024-16)
• Adjourned Buddhist temple application at 1 Sycamore Lane (Z-2024-20)
• Scheduled hearing for 19 Sherman Avenue addition (Z-2024-22) on 10/09/2024
• Scheduled hearing for portico at 210 Hillair Circle (Z-2024-23) on 10/09/2024

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council held a regular meeting on September 3, 2024, adopting several ordinances including Local Law No. 2 of 2024 amending permanent residency provisions for the room occupancy tax. They also approved a site plan amendment for Saber-North at 70 Westchester Avenue, authorized agreements for energy management and environmental review of the former Ridgeway Country Club, and set a public hearing for a parking lot at 290 Ferris Avenue. Multiple items were referred to city boards and departments for further review.

• Adoption of Local Law No. 2 of 2024 amending room occupancy tax residency provisions (item 3, adopted 7-0)
• Approval of site plan and special permit amendment for Saber-North White Plains LLC at 70 Westchester Avenue (item 17, adopted)
• Authorization of agreement with Woodard & Curran for environmental review of former Ridgeway Country Club redevelopment at 400 Ridgeway (item 27, adopted 7-0)
• Acceptance of $40,000 grant from Westchester Clubmen Foundation for Youth Bureau's Clubmen Higher Aims Program (item 29, adopted 7-0)
• Setting of public hearing for October 7, 2024 on site plan for a parking lot at 290 Ferris Avenue on an environmentally sensitive site (item 35, adopted)

Agenda

The Common Council will consider a local law that reduces the number of consecutive days qualifying as a permanent resident for the room occupancy tax from 90 to 30, exempting those stays. The Council will also vote on a reappointment to the Board of Assessment Review and a site plan amendment for a 203-unit mixed-use development at 70 Westchester Avenue, which adds 28 units and replaces motor vehicle and restaurant uses with retail and office space.

• Reappointment of Ralph Reda to the Board of Assessment Review for a term starting October 1, 2024
• Local Law Intro No. 2: amends Section 2-4-120 to change permanent resident definition from 90 to 30 consecutive days for occupancy tax exemption
• Site plan amendment at 70 Westchester Ave: 203 units (up from 175), 274 parking spaces, removal of motor vehicle and restaurant uses
• Zoning map amendment rezones 23,325 sq ft from B-3 to RM-0.35, enabling additional density
• Design Review Board and Planning Department recommend approval of the site plan amendment

Planning Board

The Planning Board reviewed several site plan applications and extensions for residential and commercial properties. The board recommended approval for a project at 70 Westchester Avenue to increase dwelling units from 175 to 203. It also adopted a resolution for fees regarding the redevelopment of 400 Ridgeway.

• Recommended approval for 70 Westchester Avenue to increase units from 175 to 203 and decrease retail space
• Approved site plan for a single-family house at 15 Commerce Street
• Approved 21-space parking lot site plan amendment at 123 North Kensico Avenue
• Adopted resolution for professional technical assistance fees for 400 Ridgeway redevelopment
• Approved site plan extensions for 126 Woodcrest Avenue, 221-227 West Street, 26 New York Avenue South, and 47 Rockledge Avenue

White Plains Urban Renewal Agency

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency will hold a special meeting on August 26, 2024 to consider a single action item: a resolution to commence condemnation (eminent domain) proceedings to acquire the property at 42-44 East Post Road. This acquisition is part of a larger plan to build a multi-level public parking garage to serve the area, including White Plains Hospital and Brookfield Commons. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the April 30, 2024 meeting and other business.

• Resolution 06-2024: Authorizing condemnation proceedings under the New York Eminent Domain Procedure Law to acquire 42-44 East Post Road for a municipal parking garage project
• Approval of minutes from the April 30, 2024 meeting

Agenda

The Common Council of White Plains, New York, is holding a special meeting to discuss and review proposed site plan amendments for properties located at 97-109 Church Street, 70 Westchester Avenue, and 80 Westchester Avenue, as well as a presentation on the Vision Zero Action Plan.

• 97-109 Church Street site plan amendment
• 70 Westchester Avenue site plan and special permit amendment
• 80 Westchester Avenue site plan amendment
• Vision Zero Action Plan presentation

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will hold a special meeting to hear presentations on the Vision Zero Action Plan and three site plan amendments. These include a proposal to convert 97-109 Church Street into 108 affordable for-sale units, an amended site plan and special permit for 70 Westchester Avenue, and a site plan amendment for 80 Westchester Avenue.

• Presentation of the Vision Zero Action Plan
• Amended site plan for 97-109 Church Street: adaptive reuse of former Berkeley College buildings into 108 affordable for-sale units
• Amended site plan and special permit for 70 Westchester Avenue: mixed-use project with 175 dwelling units and 15,000 sq ft of commercial space
• Proposed site plan amendment for 80 Westchester Avenue

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss and vote on staff recommendations for new stop signs at multiple intersections, an all-way stop at Prescott Avenue and Greenridge Avenue near a school, and a 15-minute metered parking change at 55 Church Street. Referrals for commercial parking lots at 2-18 Tarrytown Road (Chick-fil-A), 70 Westchester Avenue, and 290 Ferris Avenue will also be reviewed. Old business on Ferris Avenue parking restrictions remains held pending further study.

• Stop signs recommended at 10 intersections: Sparrow Circle (east/west) at Sammis Lane, Seton Way at Sammis Lane, N. Lake Circle (east/west) at Maplemoor Lane, Willows Lane at Maplemoor Lane, Copper Beech Circle (east/west) at Maplemoor Lane, Pinebrook Drive at Maplemoor Lane
• All-way stop recommended at Prescott Avenue and Greenridge Avenue due to pedestrian activity and limited visibility near a school
• 15-minute metered parking recommended at 55 Church Street (two meters closest to Hamilton Avenue) for pickup/drop-off
• Stop sign recommended on Chatham Place at Albermarle Road; shrub visibility concern referred to Department of Public Works
• Referral for commercial parking lot at 2-18 Tarrytown Road for proposed Chick-fil-A; staff has no objections

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board is reviewing site plan applications and amendments for projects located on environmentally sensitive sites. The board will also discuss updates to the One White Plains Comprehensive Plan adopted on June 3, 2024.

• 290 Ferris Avenue: Site plan approval for a 24-space parking lot near the Bronx River
• 123 North Kensico Avenue: Site plan amendment for an expanded parking lot on steep slopes
• 20 Paddock Road: Status report for an in-ground swimming pool and deck
• 15 Commerce Street: Status report for a single-family house
• 15 Hillside Terrace: Status report for a patio

Agenda

The Common Council will consider an ordinance to amend a previously approved street closure ordinance, changing the date of the National Night Out event from August 6 to August 21, 2024, due to inclement weather. The amendment authorizes the closure of South Lexington Avenue between Martine Avenue and Quarropas Street from noon to 11 p.m., with one emergency lane open.

• Ordinance amending the 2024 street closure ordinance to reschedule National Night Out to August 21, 2024
• Street closure: South Lexington Avenue between Martine Avenue and Quarropas Street, noon to 11 p.m.
• One emergency lane will remain open for residents and necessary vehicles
• Event originally scheduled for August 6, 2024, was canceled due to inclement weather

Agenda

The Common Council held a special meeting on August 14, 2024, to consider an amendment to an ordinance authorizing the closure of certain public streets for 2024 events and celebrations. The council adopted the amended ordinance by a vote of 5-0.

• Communication from Commissioner of Public Works requesting amendment to street-closure ordinance
• Ordinance amending street closures for 2024 events and celebrations — adopted 5-0

Agenda

The Design Review Board is reviewing several applications for signage, awnings, and exterior renovations. The meeting includes requests for site plan approvals and area variances for specific property uses.

• Site Plan approval to construct a parking lot at 280 Ferris Ave
• Application to convert a single family dwelling to a Buddhist Temple at 1 Sycamore Lane
• Amendment to Special Permit and Site Plan approval for 70 Westchester Ave
• Exterior renovations at 1200 Mamaroneck Ave
• Signage and facade updates for businesses on Mamaroneck Ave and Westchester Ave

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning has no meeting in August 2024. Instead, it has scheduled public appearances for September 4, 2024, to consider five variance applications, including a height extension at 60 South Broadway, a two-family conversion at 106 Robertson Avenue, a pergola at 11 Topland Road, a front-yard addition at 696 Mamaroneck Avenue, and a Buddhist temple construction at 1 Sycamore Lane.

• Z-2024-16: Maple and Broadway Holdings LLC seeks a one-year extension of a prior variance for a building height of 302 feet (allowed 280) at 60 South Broadway, SBL 125.84-3-1.
• Z-2024-17: The Green Zeta LLC / Lisbeth Sotero proposes a two-story rear addition and conversion of a single-family home to a two-family dwelling at 106 Robertson Avenue, R2-2.5 zone; requires a 1.17-foot side-yard variance.
• Z-2024-18: Chris Brown proposes a pergola over the rear deck at 11 Topland Road, R1-12.5 zone; requires side-yard variances of 7.5 and 9.9 feet.
• Z-2024-19: Edwin Serrano proposes a front-yard addition at 696 Mamaroneck Avenue, R1-5 zone; requires a 2.1-foot combined side-yard variance.
• Z-2024-20: Dro Gah Sang Foundation Corp. proposes converting a single-family home into a Buddhist temple with accessory structures at 1 Sycamore Lane, R1-30 zone; requires multiple variances including a wetlands buffer encroachment and parking setbacks.

Agenda

The Common Council approved several capital projects, including water line reconstruction and fire station repairs. The body also granted site plan amendments for developments at 161 South Lexington Avenue, 250 Mamaroneck Avenue, and the White Plains Hospital Center.

• Bond ordinance of $6,969,000 for City water supply system improvements
• Bond ordinance of $404,000 for HVAC replacement in a Class A Building
• Approval of a 475,000 square foot, ten-story hospital office building at Davis Avenue
• Site plan extension for 174-unit residential building at 161 South Lexington Avenue
• Amendment to site plan for mixed-use development at 250 Mamaroneck Avenue

Agenda

The Common Council will consider the appointment of Nikki L. Josephs, Ph.D. to the Library Board of Trustees for a term ending December 31, 2024. No other items are on the agenda.

• Appointment of Nikki L. Josephs, Ph.D. to the Library Board of Trustees (term ends Dec. 31, 2024)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a one-year extension for the 174-unit Brookfield Commons apartment building and a site plan amendment for The Juliette to adjust retail and unit counts. They scheduled a public hearing for a parking lot at 123 North Kensico Avenue and adjourned three other public hearings to August 27, 2024. The meeting also included adoption of prior minutes.

• Brookfield Commons Phase III – one-year extension of site plan/special permit for 174-unit apartment building at 161 South Lexington Avenue
• The Juliette – site plan amendment to increase retail space from 1,900 to 2,200 sq ft and adjust unit mix at 250 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Public hearing scheduled for August 27: 123 North Kensico Avenue – site plan amendment for a 21-space parking lot
• Public hearings adjourned: 15 Commerce Street (single-family house), 15 Hillside Terrace (patio), Chick-fil-A at 20 Tarrytown Road (commercial parking lot)
• Farrell Estates at Ridgeway (106-lot subdivision) and 154 Purdy Avenue (house addition) carried over as adjourned items

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission is meeting to discuss parking restrictions on Doyer Avenue and requests for all-way stops at several intersections. The body will also consider site plan extensions and amendments for projects on South Lexington Avenue and Mamaroneck Avenue.

• Proposed 'No Parking 10AM-11AM Monday through Friday' restriction on Doyer Avenue between Longview Avenue and Davis Avenue
• Request for a one-year Site Plan and Special Permit extension for 161 South Lexington Avenue (Brookfield Commons Phase 3)
• Request to increase retail square footage from 1,876 to 2,196 square feet at 250 Mamaroneck Avenue for a Starbucks Coffeehouse
• Staff recommendation to deny all-way stop requests at Sammis Lane (Rose St and Belmont St) and Rosedale Avenue at West Street
• Evaluation of downtown short-term parking demand and commercial vehicle loading zone 'tow-away' status

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for July 15, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 19, 2024.

Agenda

The Board is reviewing applications for property modifications including home additions, pool construction, and garage reconstruction. Some items also request extensions for existing building height and lot area resolutions.

• Conversion of 106 Robertson Avenue to a two-family dwelling
• One-year extension for building height at 60 South Broadway
• Proposed pool construction at 2 Willow Brook Road
• Addition and side yard setback variance at 126 Soundview Avenue
• Extension of multi-family dwelling area variance at 37 Lake Street

Agenda

The Design Review Board will consider several applications for building signage, facade updates, and site plan changes. This includes a request for an extension of the site plan and special permit approvals for Brookfield Commons Phase 3.

• Site plan extension and special permit approvals for Brookfield Commons Phase 3 at 161 So Lexington Ave
• Amended site plan application for 250 Mamaroneck Ave
• Signage and facade updates for businesses including 50 Main St, 80 Westchester Ave, and 174 Westchester Ave
• Name change and repainting of the facade at 166 Mamaroneck Ave

Agenda

The Common Council is considering a local law to amend the White Plains Municipal Code. The proposal authorizes the Mayor or authorized officers to use a “best value” method when purchasing goods, materials, equipment, or services. This method focuses on optimizing quality, costs, and efficiency.

• Local Law Introductory No. 1 of 2024 regarding procurement methods
• Proposed addition of Section 2-1-18 to the Municipal Code

Agenda

The Common Council is considering a local law to amend the White Plains Municipal Code. This amendment would allow authorized officers to use a 'best value' approach when purchasing goods, materials, equipment, or services. When using this method, officials must document how the selection optimizes quality, costs, and efficiency for the City.

• Local Law Introductory No. 1 of 2024 regarding procurement methods
• Proposed addition of Section 2-1-18 to the White Plains Municipal Code

Agenda

The Common Council adopted multiple bond ordinances to fund capital projects, including vehicle acquisitions and building repairs. The council also approved a new photo monitoring system for school bus stop violations. A public hearing was held regarding the redevelopment of the White Plains Hospital Center.

• $5,072,000 bond for heavy-duty rolling stock vehicles
• $1,818,000 bond for Public Safety Building chillers
• New photo monitoring system for school bus stop violations
• $807,013 grant from NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services
• Adoption of 'Best Value' procurement method via Local Law No. 1 of 2024

Agenda

The Common Council will discuss a proposed amendment to use signal photo monitoring for school bus stop violations. The meeting also includes discussions on several capital improvement projects, including vehicle acquisitions and building repairs. Additionally, the council will hear presentations regarding 250 Mamaroneck Avenue and a climate action plan.

• Proposed amendment to use signal photo monitoring for school bus stops
• $3,300,000 Public Safety building chiller project
• $5,072,000 heavy-duty vehicle and equipment acquisition
• $909,000 window and ventilation replacement at 140 S. Kensico
• Site plan amendment for 250 Mamaroneck Avenue

Transportation Commission

The Commission will review several requests regarding traffic stops and parking restrictions throughout the city. It will also consider a referral for the White Plains Hospital Center expansion project. Staff recommended holding several items to allow for further study or resident feedback.

• White Plains Hospital Center expansion permit and site plan approval
• Proposed 40-foot '1-Hour Parking' zone on North Broadway
• Request for an all-way stop at Linda Avenue and Longview Avenue
• Review of parking restrictions on Doyer Avenue

Planning Board

The board approved site plan amendments for properties at 1 Nikki Drive and 32 Paddock Road. It also recommended approval for a large-scale addition to White Plains Hospital. Public hearings were scheduled for July 16, 2024, regarding Hillside Terrace and Tarrytown Road.

• Recommended approval of 475,000 sq ft expansion at 41 East Post Road
• Approved site plan amendment for a patio and deck at 1 Nikki Drive
• Approved site plan amendment for a swimming pool at 32 Paddock Road
• Scheduled public hearing for Chick-fil-A parking lot at 20 Tarrytown Road
• Scheduled public hearing for 15 Hillside Terrace site plan amendment

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for June 17, 2024, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 15, 2024.

Capital Projects Board

The Capital Projects Board is reviewing an amendment to the City of White Plains FY 24-25 Capital Improvement Program. The item proposes a new total cost and funding breakdown for the FY 24-25 Rolling Stock Capital Project.

• Amendment of FY 24-25 Rolling Stock Capital Project to $7,177,000
• New funding breakdown across General Fund, Water Fund, and Sewer Rent Fund

Agenda

The Design Review Board is reviewing several applications for signage, exterior modifications, and site plan amendments. This includes a major application for a new hospital building at the White Plains Hospital Center main campus.

• New hospital building construction application for White Plains Hospital Center
• Exterior maintenance and upgrades at 285 Mamaroneck Ave
• Proposed patio cover at 175 Mamaroneck Ave
• Signage installations for various businesses including 50 Main Street and 405 Mamaroneck Ave
• Name change and facade repainting at 166 Mamaroneck Ave

Agenda

The Board of Appeals Zoning is reviewing five new applications for property modifications. These requests include construction of a parking lot, home additions, and pool installations. Most items require variances to existing setback or building coverage regulations.

• Parking lot construction and wall height variance at 123 North Kensico Avenue
• Deck construction with building coverage variance at 2 Ria Drive
• One-story rear yard addition at 126 Soundview Avenue
• Reconstruction of a detached one-car garage at 5 Herbert Avenue
• In-ground pool installation at 2 Willow Brook Road

Agenda

The Common Council is reviewing an application from White Plains Hospital Center for an amended special permit and site plan approval. The proposal includes constructing a new hospital building to increase private bed capacity from 292 to approximately 436. The project involves the demolition of the Davis Parking Garage and several buildings on Maple Avenue and South Lexington Avenue.

• Construction of a new 10-story hospital building
• Increase in licensed bed count from 292 to approximately 436 beds
• Expansion of the Emergency Department and Operating Rooms
• Demolition of Davis Parking Garage and 170 Maple Avenue
• Request for a height waiver to allow a building up to 170 feet tall

Agenda

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Agenda

The Common Council adopted the One White Plains Comprehensive Plan and zoning amendments for Westchester Avenue properties. The council also approved several grants, including funds for cybersecurity and youth programs. A public hearing was scheduled to discuss redevelopment at White Plains Hospital Center.

• Adoption of the One White Plains Comprehensive Plan
• Zoning amendment for 70-106 Westchester Avenue
• $50,000 and $75,000 cybersecurity grants approved
• Street closures for Rock the Block Summer Concert Series
• Scheduled public hearing for White Plains Hospital Center redevelopment

Agenda

Developers are seeking a zoning map amendment for the Adora Row and Saber Project sites at 70 and 80 Westchester Avenue. The proposal aims to shift the boundary between residential and business districts to allow for higher housing density. If approved, the change could increase total units across both projects from 451 to 537.

• Zoning map amendment for properties at 70 and 80 Westchester Avenue
• Proposed 19% increase in residential density for two mixed-use developments
• Relocation of the RM-0.35 district boundary to expand residential land area by 35%
• Potential addition of 58 units to Adora Row and 28 units to the Saber Project

Agenda

The Common Council adopted several ordinances for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, including the city's tax budget and operating budgets for water, sewer, and library funds. The council also approved amendments to the municipal code regarding salaries and public works fees.

• Adoption of the FY 2024-2025 Tax Budget for the General Fund
• Adoption of operating budgets for Library, Water, Sewer Rent, and Debt Service funds
• Ordinance amending municipal code regarding salaries for elected, appointed, and hourly staff
• Fixing special assessments for the Downtown Business Improvement District
• Amendments to Department of Public Works fees and penalties

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council is considering adoption of operating budgets for six municipal funds and an ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The proposed $212,876,670 gross budget maintains the existing tax rate of $244.18 per $1,000 of assessed valuation. Adjustments include $58,000 for library heat pump studies and $66,000 for grant consulting, offset by $634,401 in state aid and proceeds from a recent bond sale. A final adopted budget summary will be prepared for the July 2024 meeting.

• Adoption of operating budgets for the General Fund, Library Fund, Debt Service Fund, Self-Insurance Fund, Water Fund, and Sewer Rent Fund
• Ordinance adopting the FY 2024–2025 tax budget with a total levy of $68,004,565
• $58,000 allocation in Public Works for consultants to evaluate ground source heat pumps at the Library
• $66,000 increase in the Mayor's Office for grant consulting services
• $215,553 expenditure increase in the Debt Service Fund following a recent city bond sale

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board reviews development requests that determine allowable property modifications and lot divisions in local residential districts. At this meeting, members approved a swimming pool at 32 Paddock Road, extended a two-lot subdivision approval at 2 Hunting Ridge Road, and legalized a deck at 3 Kenneth Road. Public hearings for projects at 15 Commerce Street and 1 Nikki Drive were adjourned to a later date. The agenda also listed items for the Farrell Estates subdivision and a house addition at 154 Purdy Avenue without recorded actions in this text.

• Approved site plan amendment for a swimming pool at 32 Paddock Road (R1-20 zoning)
• Approved two-lot subdivision extension at 2 Hunting Ridge Road
• Approved deck legalization at 3 Kenneth Road
• Adjourned public hearing for single-family house at 15 Commerce Street (R1-5 zoning)
• Adjourned public hearing for patio and deck amendment at 1 Nikki Drive

Transportation Commission

The White Plains Transportation Commission will review requests for new all-way stops at South Broadway/Livingston Avenue and Sammis Lane intersections, plus several parking changes. Staff recommends against the South Broadway stop, and recommends holding most other items for further study. The commission will also approve minutes from its April 16 meeting.

• South Broadway at Livingston Avenue: all-way stop request from Meghan Miller; staff recommends against, citing unmet federal warrants
• Sammis Lane at Rose Street and at Belmont Street: all-way stop requests from Paul Gentile; held for sight-line measurements
• 450 North Broadway: parking restriction review requested by Dr. Timothy J. Hill; held for sight-line measurements
• Lake Street: create handicapped parking space near 63 Lake Street; staff recommends approval
• Downtown: create 15-minute parking in Commercial Vehicle Loading Zones 6PM-9PM Mon-Sat; staff recommends approval

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board will discuss updates to the city's Comprehensive Plan, specifically regarding sustainability. The meeting also includes reviews of several site plan applications for residential properties and parking lot expansions. Most items on the agenda are scheduled as status reports only with no formal action planned.

• Site plan application for a single-family house at 15 Commerce Street
• Discussion regarding the 'Green White Plains, Sustainability and Environment' draft chapter
• Status report on WP Galleria redevelopment at 100 Main Street
• Site plan amendment for an expanded parking lot at 123 North Kensico Avenue
• Site plan amendments for decks or patios at 3 Kenneth Road and 1 Nikki Drive

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The White Plains Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to review department programs and capital projects. Members will hear a program report from the Recreation Administrator and discuss updates on Delfino Park, Battle Hill pickleball courts, summer camp, and the Rock the Block concert series. New business includes field marshals, the Summer in the City guide, Independence Day plans, and pools. The agenda also lists upcoming city events through July.

• Capital project update: Delfino Park
• Battle Hill Pickleball Courts update
• Camp begins Monday, July 1
• Independence Day Celebration, Tues, July 2, 6:30pm at WPHS
• Pawty in the Park, Sat. May 18, 11am at Battle Hill Dog Park

Agenda

The Common Council met to consider Home Rule requests for New York State legislation. The council adopted resolutions to extend the city's authority to use red-light cameras at up to 12 intersections until December 1, 2029. They also approved a request regarding property alienation for the former Galleria of White Plains parking garage.

• Extension of red-light camera authority at up to 12 intersections (ADOPTED)
• Home Rule request to correct parcel descriptions for the former Galleria parking garage property
• Resolution regarding property alienation for the former Galleria parking garage (ADOPTED)

Agenda

The Design Review Board is meeting to consider 10 applications, mostly for new or modified wall signs at commercial properties. Several items are resubmissions, including a site plan for 97-109 Church Street and exterior changes at NY Presbyterian Hospital. One new application is for a pylon reface at 130 Westchester Avenue.

• WBP Development LLC site plan and special permit for 97-109 Church Street
• NY Presbyterian Hospital exterior modifications at 1111 & 1129 Westchester Avenue
• Tasca Pre-Owned Supercenter pylon reface at 130 Westchester Avenue
• Medi Bistro wall sign at 50 Main Street (resubmitted)
• White Plains Honda wall sign at 340 Central Avenue (resubmitted)

Agenda

The Common Council held public hearings regarding the FY 2024-2025 budget and a development project on Church Street and Cottage Place. The Council also approved several ordinances, including funding for Kittrell Park Pool improvements and a geothermal study for the public library.

• $2,525,000 bond ordinance for city street reconstruction
• Capital project for Kittrell Park Pool improvements
• Agreement with New York Power Authority for a geothermal study at the public library
• Authorization of street closures for various 2024 events and celebrations
• Public hearing scheduled for June 3, 2024, regarding a zoning map amendment

Agenda

The Common Council is reviewing legislation to authorize $2,525,000 in serial bonds for the 'Miscellaneous Street Reconstruction FY 24' project. This initiative includes resurfacing streets and improving drainage, sidewalks, street lighting, and signage at various locations. The total estimated cost for this capital improvement program is $4,300,000.

• Authorization of $2,525,000 in serial bonds for Capital Project No. C5641
• Project scope includes drainage, sidewalks, street lighting, and tree replacement
• Total estimated project cost not to exceed $4,300,000
• Environmental review designated as a Type II Action with no significant impact

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals Zoning is meeting to consider three applications for area variances. Two applications were withdrawn before the meeting, and one new application will be heard. The board will decide whether to grant variances for a fence height, building coverage, and retaining wall height.

• Eric Rubinfeld / Janet Giris, 283 Soundview Avenue: fence height variance (6 ft proposed vs 4 ft allowed) — WITHDRAWN
• David Johnson, 70 Kass Road: building coverage variance (26.8% proposed vs 24.6% existing, 25% max) — WITHDRAWN
• Plains Realty Group, 123 North Kensico Avenue: 22-space parking lot with retaining walls, rear yard wall height variance (6-10 ft proposed vs 4 ft allowed)

White Plains Urban Renewal Agency

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency will hold a special meeting to consider four resolutions: authorizing an estoppel agreement for the Continuum project, adopting the FY 2024-25 administrative budget, amending the federal inception-to-date budget, and establishing the community development salary schedule. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from September 25, 2023.

• Resolution 01-2024: Authorizes execution of estoppel agreement for 55 and 57 Bank Street (Continuum project) with WP North Tower LLC and WP South Tower LLC.
• Resolution 02-2024: Adopts FY 2024-25 administrative budget totaling $60,000, including legal services ($15,500) and liability insurance ($10,000).
• Resolution 03-2024: Amends combined federal budget, increasing revenues and expenditures by $224,482 for temporary operation of acquired property.
• Resolution 04-2024: Establishes community development salary schedule effective July 1, 2024, with full-time salaries up to $77,243 and part-time hourly rates up to $37.50/hour.

Agenda

The Design Review Board will consider several resubmitted sign applications and new proposals, including a wall sign for White Plains Honda and exterior modifications for NY Presbyterian Hospital. A site plan and special permit application for WBP Development at 97-109 Church Street and an amendment for Kite Realty Group at 4-6 City Place are also on the agenda.

• MEDI Bistro Mediterranean Cuisine: new wall sign at 50 Main Street (resubmitted)
• White Plains Honda (Splash Car Wash): new wall sign at 340 Central Avenue
• WBP Development, LLC: site plan and special permit for 97-109 Church Street (resubmitted)
• Kite Realty Group: amendment to site plan for exterior improvements at 4-6 City Place (resubmitted)
• NY Presbyterian Hospital: exterior modifications/changes (no address listed)

Transportation Commission

The White Plains Transportation Commission will review three Common Council referrals: a proposal to convert buildings at 97-109 Church Street and 6 Cottage Place into 68 affordable condominiums and 55 affordable rental apartments; a request to amend a site plan for exterior and plaza improvements at 1-29 Mamaroneck Avenue (City Center); and a joint request to rezone about 72,444 square feet at 70 and 80 Westchester Avenue from B-3 to RM-0.35. The commission will also consider holding a review of parking restrictions on Lake Street from the I-287 overpass to the city line, pending staff observation. Staff has no objections to the referrals.

• 97-109 Church Street & 6 Cottage Place: adaptive reuse into 68 affordable condos and 55 affordable rentals
• 4-6 City Place (City Center): site plan amendment for exterior and plaza improvements at 1-29 Mamaroneck Avenue
• 70 & 80 Westchester Avenue: rezoning of ~72,444 sq ft from B-3 to RM-0.35
• Lake Street: parking restriction review held for staff observation
• Approval of March 19, 2024 minutes

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board reviews site plans, zoning amendments, and development petitions before referring recommendations to the Common Council. These items determine whether proposed building conversions, commercial exterior updates, and residential boundary shifts comply with city land-use rules before final approval. The outcomes affect local development patterns, housing supply, and property boundaries in the affected districts.

• WBP Development LLC proposes adaptive reuse of former Berkeley College buildings at 97-109 Church Street and 6 Cottage Place for 68 affordable condominiums and 55 affordable rental apartments
• City Center Plaza (4-6 City Place) seeks a site plan amendment for building exterior and outdoor area improvements
• Zoning map petition to shift the RM-0.35 district line south at 70–80 Westchester Avenue, affecting the Toll Brothers/Adora Row and Saber projects
• Board reviews draft comments on the One White Plains Comprehensive Plan for transmission to the Common Council

Conservation Board

The Conservation Board meeting scheduled for April 15, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 20, 2024.

Agenda

The Common Council will receive an overview of the 2024-2025 budget. Presentations include budgets for the Library, Youth Bureau, Parking Department, Department of Public Works, and Department of Public Safety.

• Overview of 2024-2025 Budget
• Library budget presentation
• Youth Bureau budget presentation
• Parking Department budget presentation
• Department of Public Works and Public Safety budget presentations

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider designating 29 Woodland Place as a local historic landmark. The meeting also includes continued discussions regarding the Lawyers Westchester Mortgage & Title Co. Building at 235 Main Street and 90 Greenridge Ave.

• Designation of 29 Woodland Place as a Local Historic Landmark
• Continued discussion: Lawyers Westchester Mortgage & Title Co. Building, 235 Main Street
• Continued discussion: 90 Greenridge Ave.

Agenda

The White Plains Design Review Board will consider 20 items, including sign installations for Medi Bistro, GDC Metro, TD Bank, Hair Hause, Genesis of White Plains, and Forme Urgent Care. New business includes a proposed multifamily building at 37 Lake Street, facade painting and plaza renovations at 7-11 So Broadway, and a zoning map amendment for 70 and 80 Westchester Avenue. The board will also review a site plan amendment for 4-6 City Place and a site plan and special permit application for 97-109 Church Street.

• 24-17: Proposed new multifamily building at 37 Lake Street (resubmitted)
• 24-28: Zoning map amendment for 70 & 80 Westchester Avenue
• 24-29: Site plan amendment for improvements at 4-6 City Place
• 24-30: Site plan and special permit for 97-109 Church Street
• 24-25 & 24-26: Facade painting and plaza renovations at 7-11 So Broadway

Agenda

The Board of Appeals is reviewing several applications for property variances. These include requests to relocate a swimming pool, install a wrought-iron fence, and construct a rear yard deck.

• Pool relocation at 4 Topland Road (Z-2024-4)
• 6-foot high wrought-iron fence at 283 Soundview Avenue (Z-2024-5)
• Rear yard deck construction at 70 Kass Road (Z-2024-6)

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council adopted budget amendments for Delfino Park playground equipment and citywide trash can replacements, approved a bond financing agreement with Capital Markets Advisors, LLC, and accepted the 2024-2025 Downtown Business Improvement District budget. The council also authorized two school resource officer positions at the local school district, updated municipal code rules on public records access, extended development approvals for projects on Westmoreland Avenue and Lake Street, and scheduled a May 6 hearing for Church Street adaptive reuse proposals. The body tabled several planning referrals, including zoning map amendments for 80 Westchester Avenue and site plan changes at City Place, while setting a future public hearing for the fiscal year 2024-2025 city budget. These actions directly affect neighborhood amenities, local business assessment rolls, school safety staffing, and upcoming construction timelines in White Plains.

• Ordinance establishing Capital Project No. C5639 (Systemwide Trash Can Replacement) and C5640 (Delfino Park Accessible Playground Equipment)
• Agreement with Capital Markets Advisors, LLC for bond financing advisory services from January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2025
• Ordinance accepting the 2024-2025 Budget for the White Plains Downtown Business Improvement District and directing an assessment roll
• Agreement with White Plains City School District to fund two school resource officers
• Public hearing scheduled for May 6, 2024 regarding a special permit for adaptive reuse at 97-109 Church Street and 6 Cottage Place

Agenda

The City of White Plains is reviewing a revised policy that sets procurement procedures for purchases made with federal funding. The document outlines bidding thresholds, contract types, ethics rules, and documentation requirements for city departments. This agenda item consists entirely of procedural boilerplate; no specific contracts, rezonings, or fee changes are listed.

• No specific contracts, rezonings, or fee changes are listed; the text covers administrative procurement procedures.

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board reviewed zoning amendments, project extensions, and infrastructure fee arrangements during a special meeting that adjourned early. The board approved several site plan extensions for residential and mixed-use developments and authorized a fee option instead of direct sewer upgrades at East Post Road. A major petition to rezone the Galleria site into a new TD-2 district was referred to the Common Council with comments, pending a required environmental review. These actions determine local land use patterns, housing capacity, and infrastructure funding for ongoing projects.

• Rezoning petition for the Galleria site to create a TD-2 district, requiring a DEIS
• One-year extensions approved for projects at 60 South Kensico Avenue (12 units) and 63 Lake Street (56 units)
• Extension approved for a mixed-use building with 62 apartments at 146 Westmoreland Avenue
• Amendment allowing a fee in lieu of sanitary sewer upgrades at 199-201 East Post Road
• Review of the One White Plains Comprehensive Plan draft document

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will discuss two capital improvement projects that fund public trash collection and park upgrades. Presentations cover three development proposals, including a zoning map amendment for Westchester Avenue that changes local land use rules. A motion is scheduled to enter executive session regarding a potential municipal appointment.

• Capital Project C5639: Systemwide Trash Can Replacement
• Capital Project C5640: Delfino Park Accessible Playground Equipment
• Amended site plan application for City Center development
• Zoning map amendment for property at 70-80 Westchester Avenue
• Redevelopment proposals for 6 Cottage Place and 99 Church Street

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will hold a special meeting to discuss two capital improvement projects: replacing trash receptacles throughout the municipal parking system and installing wheelchair-accessible playground equipment at Delfino Park. The council will also review development proposals for City Center, 70-80 Westchester Avenue, and the properties at 6 Cottage Place and 99 Church Street. A segment of the meeting may transition to executive session regarding a potential staff appointment.

• Systemwide trash can replacement for the municipal parking system at an estimated cost of $170,000
• Accessible playground equipment and site work at Delfino Park at an estimated cost of $140,000
• Presentations on development proposals for City Center, 70-80 Westchester Avenue, 6 Cottage Place, and 99 Church Street
• Potential executive session to discuss a personnel appointment

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The White Plains Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on capital projects, programs, and operations. Items include the Delfino Park basketball court and picnic shelter, the 2024 camp lottery, pickleball courts, and a new recreation supervisor hire. The committee will also review a program report from the Community Center director.

• Delfino Park basketball court and picnic shelter capital project update
• Delfino Park accessible swing discussion
• 2024 camp lottery update
• Battle Hill pickleball courts update
• New recreation supervisor hire discussion

Board of Ethics

The White Plains Board of Ethics will nominate and appoint its chair and secretary for 2024. The board will also open and review submitted annual financial disclosure statements for reporting year 2023, likely in executive session. New business and adjournment round out the agenda.

• Nomination and appointment of Board Chair for 2024
• Nomination and appointment of Board Secretary for 2024
• Review of Annual Statements of Financial Disclosure for 2023 (likely in executive session)
• New business
• Adjournment

Planning Board

The scheduled meeting for March 19, 2024, was adjourned to March 26, 2024. The agenda included items regarding zoning amendments for the Galleria Site and extensions for residential and mixed-use projects.

• Petition to establish a new 'Transit Development-2 (TD-2) District' at the Galleria Site
• One-year extension for a 56-unit multi-family project at 63 Lake Street
• One-year extension for a mixed-use building with 62 apartments at 146 Westmoreland Avenue
• Review of the Draft One White Plains Comprehensive Plan document
• Amendment to allow sewer infrastructure fee payments at 199-201 East Post Road

Transportation Commission

The White Plains Transportation Commission will review requests from the Rosedale Residential Association for traffic control at two intersections. Staff recommend installing a stop sign on Rose Street at Hubbard Drive, but do not recommend an all-way stop at Richbell Road and Barton Road because federal warrants are not met. The commission will also consider referrals for a Galleria DEIS scoping outline and site plan extensions for Westmoreland Avenue and Lake Street projects.

• All-way stop request at Richbell Road and Barton Road — staff recommends no, citing unmet federal warrants and suggesting tree trimming instead
• Stop sign request on Rose Street at Hubbard Drive — staff recommends installation
• Review of draft DEIS scoping outline for Galleria — staff has no objections
• Extension of site plan approval for Westmoreland Lofts at 146 Westmoreland Avenue — staff has no objections
• Extension of site plan approval for Mount Hope A.M.E. Zion Church project at 63 Lake Street — staff has no objections

Conservation Board

The Board will review a zoning ordinance amendment to establish a new Transit Development-2 District at 100 Main Street. The meeting also includes discussion regarding updates to the city's Comprehensive Plan, specifically the sustainability and environment chapter. Several other site plan items are for status reports only with no formal action scheduled.

• Zoning Ordinance amendment for 'Transit Development-2 (TD-2) District' at 100 Main Street
• Site Plan Application for a single-family house at 15 Commerce Street
• Discussion regarding Comprehensive Plan updates

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding the designation of 29 Woodland Place as a Local Historic Landmark. The meeting also includes continued discussions regarding properties at 235 Main Street and 90 Greenridge Ave.

• Public hearing for 29 Woodland Place landmark designation
• Continued discussion: Lawyers Westchester Mortgage & Title Co. Building, 235 Main Street
• Continued discussion: 90 Greenridge Ave.

Agenda

The Board of Appeals Zoning will consider four applications at its March 6, 2024 meeting. Items include legalizing a rebuilt deck at 3 Kenneth Road, reconstructing a deck at 2 Abbey Drive, relocating a pool at 4 Topland Road, and installing a 6-foot fence at 283 Soundview Avenue. The last three applications are listed as 'no appearance' items.

• Z-2023-31: Legalize rear yard deck at 3 Kenneth Road (R1-7.5 Zone) with variance for rear yard setback
• Z-2024-3: Reconstruct rear yard deck at 2 Abbey Drive (R1-5 Zone) with variance for rear yard setback
• Z-2024-4: Relocate swimming pool at 4 Topland Road (R1-12.5 Zone) with variances for pool setback and distance to building
• Z-2024-5: Install 6-foot wrought-iron fence at 283 Soundview Avenue (R1-30 Zone) with variance for fence height

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council ratified a collective bargaining agreement with the Police Benevolent Association. The council also approved several intermunicipal agreements for youth mentoring programs and authorized street closures for summer events. Additionally, the council directed a draft environmental impact statement for a new zoning district at the Galleria.

• Ratification of Police Benevolent Association agreement
• Authorization of VHB Engineering contract for “Vision Zero” Action Plan
• Approval of intermunicipal agreements for Grandpas United Mentoring Program
• Street closures for Farmers Market, Rock the Block, and Memorial Day Parade
• Zoning amendment process for new Transit Development-2 District at Galleria

Agenda

The Common Council will consider ratifying a two-year contract extension with the White Plains Police Benevolent Association. The agenda also includes authorizing a contract for the Vision Zero Action Plan and approving street closures for upcoming summer events.

• Ratification of police labor agreement through June 30, 2026
• Contract with VHB Engineering for Vision Zero Action Plan up to $397,542.00
• Street closures for Farmers Market, Rock the Block concerts, and Memorial Day Parade
• Re-appointment of Community Development Citizens Advisory Committee members

Agenda

The Common Council will discuss proposed 3% fee increases for various Youth Bureau programs for the 2024/25 fiscal year. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a DRI Grant and the proposed discontinuance of part of Davis Avenue. Additionally, the council may enter executive session to discuss a potential appointment.

• Proposed 3% fee increase for Youth Bureau programs including After School Connection and summer camps
• Discussion regarding the DRI Grant
• Proposed discontinuance of Davis Avenue between Maple Avenue and East Post Road
• Motion to enter executive session to discuss a potential appointment

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will hold a special meeting on February 26, 2024. The agenda includes a motion to enter an executive session to discuss the potential appointment of an individual.

• Motion to enter executive session regarding a potential appointment

Agenda

The White Plains Common Council will discuss proposed fee increases for the Youth Bureau’s FY 2024/2025 programs. The agenda also includes a discussion on a DRI Grant and the proposed discontinuance of Davis Avenue between Maple Avenue and East Post Road.

• Proposed fee increases for Youth Bureau FY 2024/2025 programs
• Discussion regarding DRI Grant
• Proposed discontinuance of Davis Avenue between Maple Avenue and East Post Road
• Motion to enter executive session regarding a potential appointment

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will consider several traffic and parking requests, including an all-way stop at Greenridge and Livingston Avenues, a no-parking restriction on Harding Avenue, a flashing beacon at a Delfino Park crosswalk, a no-parking zone near the Gedney Way Recycling Facility, and a new loading zone on West Post Road. Staff recommendations are provided for each item, and the commission will vote on whether to approve them.

• All-way stop signs at Greenridge Avenue and Livingston Avenue (5 accidents in 12 months meet warrant)
• No Parking Any Time on east side of Harding Avenue along 156 Harding Avenue frontage
• Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon at Delfino Park crosswalk on Lake Street
• No Parking Any Time between Gedney Way Recycling Facility and Recreation and Parks Department driveways
• New loading zone on north side of West Post Road between New York Powersports and City Fresh Market, removing two meters

Agenda

The Design Review Board will consider seven new applications for signs and a resubmitted special use permit for T-Mobile antenna facilities. Items include a ground sign for the Women's Club of White Plains, exterior color changes, and various wall and leasing signs. The T-Mobile application is requested to be removed from the agenda by the applicant's attorney.

• Women's Club of White Plains: ground sign at 305 Ridgeway
• Maria Luisa Del Carpio: color change at 475 Central Ave
• Cannabis Realm of New York: aluminum sign at 475 Central Ave
• T-Mobile special use permit at 3 Barker Ave (requested removal)
• Sun River Health: wall sign at 360 Mamaroneck Ave

Agenda

The Common Council approved several ordinances, including a city-wide speed limit reduction from 30 to 25 miles per hour. The body also authorized multiple capital projects for facility renovations, library lighting, and fire system upgrades.

• Reduced city-wide speed limits from 30 mph to 25 mph
• $353,500 bond ordinance for Transcenter Fire System Upgrade
• Zoning map amendment for parcels at 1 East Post Road, 11 East Post Road, and 196 Maple Avenue/217 South Lexington Avenue
• Zoning map amendment for 290 Ferris Avenue
• Capital project establishment for Library LED Lighting Improvements

Agenda

The Common Council passed several ordinances regarding budget amendments, zoning changes, and traffic regulations. Key decisions included reducing the city-wide speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph and authorizing a $353,500 bond for a fire system upgrade.

• Reduced citywide speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph
• Authorized $353,500 bond for Transcenter Fire System Upgrade
• Approved zoning amendments for 1 East Post Road, 11 East Post Road, and 196 Maple Avenue
• Approved site plan approval for residential development at 52 North Broadway
• Authorized budget amendments for library LED lighting and downtown planters

Agenda

The Common Council is reviewing an ordinance to ratify a two-year contract extension for CSEA Local 1000. Additionally, several capital project funding requests and budget amendments are presented by the Capital Projects Board.

• Ratification of CSEA Local 1000 agreement extending contract through June 30, 2026
• $375,000 for renovations to City facilities to address structural problems
• $150,000 for Library LED lighting improvements, including a $72,787 NYS grant
• $350,000 for Transcenter garage fire system upgrade via $353,500 in serial bonds
• $300,000 for an engineering study of municipal parking structures

Agenda

The Common Council will review a first reading ordinance to approve and ratify a December 13, 2023, agreement with the Civil Service Employees Association, Local 1000. The meeting also includes discussions on several capital projects and proposed changes to recreation fees and traffic ordinances.

• Ratification of December 13, 2023, agreement with CSEA Local 1000
• Renovations to City Facilities FY24 (Project C5623)
• Library LED Lighting Improvements (Project C5635)
• Transcenter Fire System Upgrade (Project C5636)
• Proposed Schedule of Fees for Recreation and Parks programs

Recreation & Advisory Committee

The White Plains Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on capital projects including the Delfino Park basketball court and picnic shelter, Battle Hill pickleball courts, and Camp 2024, along with holiday program follow-ups. New business includes a potential White Plains Night with the Knicks, a staff reclassification, new spring/summer programs in the City Guide, and the fee schedule. The committee will also approve minutes from September and November 2023 and note upcoming city events.

• Capital Project – Delfino Park Basketball Court & Picnic Shelter
• Battle Hill Pickleball Courts Update
• Camp 2024
• White Plains Night w/Knick
• Fee Schedule

Agenda

The Design Review Board will consider seven applications, including two resubmissions for a wall sign and window replacements, and five new proposals for signs, an awning, and a retaining wall amendment. Items involve commercial properties on Mamaroneck Ave, Court Street, Martine Ave, Gedney Way, Main Street, Bloomingdale Rd, and Aqueduct Rd.

• Etain wall sign at 75 Mamaroneck Ave (resubmitted)
• Main Restaurant Lounge window replacement at 19 Court Street (resubmitted)
• Kung Fu Tea wall sign at 184 Martine Ave (new)
• Canine Time awning at 43 Gedney Way (new)
• Cannabis Growers Showcase White Plains wall sign at 244 Main Street (new)

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will review staff recommendations on several parking and traffic requests, including a no-parking zone on Park Avenue, stop signs on Redwood and Whitewood Roads, and a taxi stand removal at Renaissance Square. It will also revisit two White Plains Hospital Center petitions—a zoning map amendment and a Davis Avenue discontinuance—after reviewing a traffic study, with staff not opposed to either.

• No Parking 10 AM–11 AM Monday–Friday on north side of Park Avenue between Fairview Avenue and Park Circle
• Stop signs recommended at Redwood Road and Whitewood Road intersections with West Street
• Remove taxi stand at Renaissance Square, convert to 1-hour metered parking
• 75-foot No Parking Any Time zone on east side of Washington Avenue opposite School Street
• White Plains Hospital zoning change from B-3 to O-R and Davis Avenue discontinuance between Maple Avenue and East Post Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review and adopt previous meeting minutes, schedule a public hearing for a site plan amendment at 20 Paddock Road, and discuss other zoning matters including lot subdivisions and house additions.

• Public Hearing: Site Plan Amendment for in-ground swimming pool at 20 Paddock Road
• (201-23) Review of Draft White Plains Comprehensive Plan
• (104-22) Lot Subdivision for Farrell Estates at Ridgeway
• (234-23) Site Plan Amendment for house addition at 154 Purdy Avenue

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold discussions regarding 2024 goals. The meeting also includes continued discussions regarding the Westchester Mortgage & Title Co. Building at 235 Main Street and 90 Greenridge Ave.

• Discussion of 2024 goals
• Continued discussion of 235 Main Street (Westchester Mortgage & Title Co. Building)
• Continued discussion of 90 Greenridge Ave.

Agenda

The White Plains Board of Appeals will consider four applications for area variances at its January 3, 2024 meeting. Items include a two-story rear yard addition at 132 Davis Avenue, a one-story addition and residential conversion at 99 Church Street, a ground sign at 305 Ridgeway, and legalization of a deck at 3 Kenneth Road. All requests involve non-conforming properties seeking relief from setback requirements.

• 99 Church Street: one-story addition to existing four-story building and conversion of 6 Cottage Place and 99 Church Street to residential uses (CB-3 Zone)
• 132 Davis Avenue: two-story rear yard addition requiring variances for side yard setbacks (R1-5 Zone)
• 305 Ridgeway: ground sign setback variance of 5.5 feet (Woman's Club of White Plains)
• 3 Kenneth Road: legalization of rear yard deck with 12.9-foot rear yard variance (R1-7.5 Zone)

Agenda

The Common Council met to decide on various municipal code amendments, appointments, and development resolutions. Key actions included approving a $15,000 loan for Grace Church and designating the council as lead agency for environmental reviews.

• Approved a $15,000 Special Rehabilitation 0% Loan to Grace Church at 33 Church Street
• Adopted ordinances amending municipal holidays and the 2023-2024 Table of Organization
• Granted a one-year extension for site plan approval for the Adora Row project at 80 Westchester Avenue
• Designated the Council as Lead Agency for the environmental review of the One White Plains Comprehensive Plan
• Public hearing regarding rezoning three parcels and expanding the Central Parking Area was adjourned to Feb. 5, 2024

Agenda

The Transportation Commission reviewed a petition to amend the zoning map for 290 Ferris Avenue. The proposal seeks to develop a vacant 14,967 square foot parcel into a twenty-four space surface parking lot. The Commission reported no objections to the request.

• Zoning map amendment for 290 Ferris Avenue
• Development of a 14,967 square foot surface parking lot with 24 spaces