Long Beach public meetings in 2023

ZONING BOARD CALENDAR

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several requests for zoning variances regarding property modifications and business use. These applications include requests for yard setbacks, parking waivers, and accessory structures.

• Variance for a new front yard covered porch at 534 West Fulton Street
• Variance to extend an existing deck at 32 Wyoming Avenue
• Variance for new off-street parking in the front yard at 333 East Penn Street
• Parking waiver request for a new wine and liquor store at 515 Long Beach Boulevard
• Variance for an accessory structure at 529 East Broadway

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is reviewing several departmental personnel changes. These include the appointment of a new Director of Information Technology and three part-time Recreation Specialists, as well as the retirement of a Water Plant Operator.

• Appointment of Albert Perez as Director of Information Technology at $165,000.00/yr
• Appointment of four part-time Recreation Specialists at $16.00/hr
• Retirement of Neil Sheridan, Water Plant Operator

City Council

The Information Technology Department is requesting a resolution to renew the city's Microsoft Office 365 subscription. The renewal covers 270 licenses and requires a budget transfer to account for new personnel added during the year.

• Renewal of Microsoft Office 365 subscription for 270 licenses
• Total subscription cost of $32,907.82 via Dell
• Budgeted amount of $27,372 in A1680-54411 Software Licensing Fees
• Required budget transfer of $5,535.82 from A1680-54453 Consultants

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is reviewing a series of department actions including terminations, resignations, and new appointments. These changes affect the Fire, Recreation, Street Maintenance, Sewer, and Central Garage departments.

• Appointment of Scott Kemins as Acting Fire Commissioner at $10,000.00/yr
• Reassignment of Michael Robinson to Director of City Fleet Management at $130,613.00/yr
• Appointment of Shamale Dennis as Maintenance Worker at $48,739.00/yr
• Appointment of two part-time lifeguards at $17.00/hr
• Termination of Joseph Miller as Fire Commissioner

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution to transfer funds for North Shore Critical Infrastructure Protection. The agenda also includes notification of a $375,000 federal COPS grant for hiring three new police officers.

• Resolution to transfer funds for the North Shore Critical Infrastructure Protection Project
• $375,000 DOJ COPS Grant award for hiring three entry-level officers
• Budget amendment regarding $223,314.02 received from NYSDHSES for infrastructure
• Commitment of $689,214 in local matching funds for police officer salaries and benefits

City Council Proceedings

The agenda lists various personnel actions including retirements, resignations, and new appointments across several city departments. These updates cover changes in position and salary for staff in police, recreation, sewer, and fire services.

• Retirement of William Pietzak from Recreation as Maintenance Worker
• Appointment of Michael Carpentieri as Heavy Equipment Operator
• Resignations of five seasonal Special Officers in the Police Department
• Appointment of John Mooney and Tyler Burke as Police Officers at $55,137.00/yr
• Resignation of Charles Gusler from Fire Department as Firefighter

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a request to transfer $279,554.68 from NYSDHSES to the Capital Budget to fund the North Shore Critical Infrastructure Protection Project. The agenda also includes several applications for business use changes and parking waivers.

• Budget amendment to transfer $279,554.68 for North Shore Critical Infrastructure Protection Project
• Change of Use application for music sales at 710 Caroline Street
• Application for waiver of off-street parking requirements for a business at 10 EG Gch oe
• Change of Use application for a business at Section 5, Block 1109, Lot 1
• Application for waiver of off-street parking requirements for 800 W. Beech St.

ZONING BOARD CALENDAR

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several requests for property variances. These applications involve changes to land use, building height, and off-street parking requirements.

• Renewal of 2-year temporary variance for two-family use at 128 Atlantic Avenue
• Height variance for a new rooftop deck at 78 Illinois Avenue
• 2-year temporary variance for two-family use at 511 West Fulton Street
• Off-street parking variance for a front yard at 263 West Walnut Street
• Off-street parking variance for a front yard at 610 West Hudson Street

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is reviewing a series of personnel actions including new appointments, reassignments, and salary corrections. These changes affect departments including Police, Recreation, Beach Maintenance, and the Tax Assessor's office.

• Salary corrections for Police Sergeants Nicholas Rooney and Matthew Scheer
• Appointment of four new Police Officers at $65,616.00/yr
• Promotion of George Laskas from Recreation Specialist to a higher rate of $22.00/hr
• Transition of Thomas Cook from Maintenance Worker to Heavy Equipment Operator at $49,707.00/yr
• Appointment of Kaitlyn Johnson as Real Property Assessment Aide at $48,389.00/yr

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a second amendment to the agreement with Posilico/Bove JV regarding the North Shore Critical Infrastructure Project. The amendment establishes procedures for using new materials and methods that may result in cost savings for the City.

• Second Amendment to the Master Agreement between the City of Long Beach and Posilico/Bove JV
• Implementation of Value Engineering Change Proposal (VECP) procedures for infrastructure savings
• Authorization for the City's Project Engineer to approve material substitutions

ZONING BOARD CALENDAR

The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing requests for zoning variances at three different properties. These applications involve changes to front yard setbacks, accessory structures, and building height and parking standards.

• Variance for a new front yard terrace and deck at 11 Delaware Avenue
• Variance for an accessory structure at 226 E. Pine Street
• Variance for height and off-street parking standards at 205 Blackheath Road

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is reviewing several personnel actions across various city departments. These include new appointments for police, sanitation, and beach maintenance, as well as promotions within the police department.

• Promotion of Brian Eidens from Police Officer to Police Sergeant ($180,486.51/yr)
• Promotion of Nicholas Rooney from Police Officer to Police Sergeant ($186,581.57/yr)
• Promotion of Matthew Scheer from Police Officer to Police Sergeant ($185,081.57/yr)
• Appointment of Hunter Price as Special Officer (Part-time) at $19.00/hr
• Appointment of Christopher Troy as Fire Captain at $149,621.00/yr

City Council

The agenda includes recommendations for trash bag supply contracts and several applications for changes of use and parking requirement waivers. The items involve new business operations for a nail salon and a fitness/wellness center.

• Recommendation to award trash bag contracts to Interboro Packaging Corp., Imperial Bag & Paper Company, and Unipak
• Change of use application for YOCHEER II NAIL SPA at 138 East Park Avenue
• Parking waiver application for YOCHEER II NAIL SPA at 138 East Park Avenue
• Change of use application for Nercoe + CAS & LLC at 215 West Broadway
• Parking waiver application for NEVUFIT USA at 266 East Park Avenue

City Council Proceedings

The Council is reviewing a series of departmental personnel actions including resignations, terminations, and appointments. The agenda also notes several upcoming retirements within the Fire and Beach Maintenance departments.

• Retirement of William Ryan (Fire Department) effective 8/17/2023
• Retirement of James Carlough (Beach Maintenance) effective 8/30/2023
• Retirement of John Fagan (Beach Maintenance) effective 8/31/2023
• Appointment of Edwin Cuevas as Laborer at $20.00/hr
• Appointment of Logan Wylie and Nathan Gordon as Fire Dispatchers at $21.00/hr

The City Council approved several administrative agreements, including a cable franchise renewal and a $5,000 charitable donation for senior programming. The council also authorized the allocation of $330,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding and approved two budget amendments to the Capital Projects Fund.

• Renewed cable franchise agreement with Cablevision Systems Long Island Corporation (5-0)
• Accepted $5,000 charitable donation from Harvey Weisenberg for senior programming (5-0)
• Approved leasehold extension agreement for tennis courts (4-1)
• Approved renewal agreement with Life is Sweet Media, LLC for PR and outreach (5-0)
• Allocated $330,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the 49th Program Year (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment to the Capital Projects Fund Budget (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment to Capital Projects Fund reflecting $1,104,653.96 FEMA reimbursement (5-0)
• Retained Residential Fencing Corporation for Pacific Boulevard Playground fencing (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding playground improvements and the transfer of grant funds. Items include fencing repairs at Pacific Blvd Playground, equipment installation at Pacific Blvd Playground, and budget adjustments for park maintenance and infrastructure projects.

• Resolution to retain Residential Fencing Corp. for $22,419.25 to rehabilitate fencing at Pacific Blvd Playground
• Resolution to award playground rehabilitation project to PSL Industries, Inc. for $628,185.00
• Budget transfer of DASNY grant funds for Magnolia Playground and Leroy Coyner’s Park improvements
• Budget transfer of FEMA 404 Hazard Mitigation funds for North Shore Critical Infrastructure Protection Project
• Notification of $330,000.00 awarded in Community Development Block Grant funds

ZONING BOARD CALENDAR

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider applications for parking modifications at 125 Mitchell Avenue and a temporary three-family use variance at 501 Magnolia Boulevard. The board will also review an interpretation request regarding subdivision approval for 355 East Beech Street.

• Variance for new off-street parking curb cut size at 125 Mitchell Avenue
• Two-year conditional/temporary variance for three-family use at 501 Magnolia Boulevard
• Interpretation of subdivision approval for 355 East Beech Street

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is reviewing various department actions including appointments, resignations, and terminations. The agenda also includes salary adjustments for the Commissioner of Buildings & Property Conservation, City Clerk, and Commissioner of Parks & Recreation.

• Salary increase for Commissioner of Buildings & Property Conservation to $148,214.47/yr
• Salary increase for City Clerk to $113,775.05/yr
• Salary increase for Commissioner of Parks & Recreation to $124,848.02/yr
• Appointment of Rasheen Albright as Sanitation Inspector at $57,511.00/yr
• Salary adjustment for Street Maintenance Laborers from $14.00/hr to $15.00/hr

The City Council approved a contract for the reconstruction of the 200 block of East Market Street and a purchase order for amusement rides for the 25th Annual Fall Festival. Council also authorized a public hearing for a cable franchise agreement renewal with Cablevision Systems Long Island Corporation.

• Approved purchase order for amusement rides for 25th Annual Fall Festival (4-0)
• Approved contract for reconstruction of 200 block of East Market Street (3-1)
• Approved publication of hearing for Cablevision Systems Long Island Corporation franchise renewal (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 1, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council authorized the city manager to enter into a five-year commercial lease with NY Tennis at Long Beach for operating the Monroe Boulevard and Reynolds Channel tennis courts. The council also approved hiring Life is Sweet Media, LLC for public relations services.

• City Manager authorized to enter into a 5-year lease with NY Tennis at Long Beach Inc. for $102,000 annually
• Hiring of Life is Sweet Media, LLC for public relations services at an annual fee of $25,000

City Council Proceedings

The City Council will discuss various personnel actions including appointments, resignations, and salary adjustments for employees in multiple city departments.

• Director of Economic Development Patricia Bourne receives a $1500 annual raise to $129,500
• Sewer Maintenance Supervisor Stephen Johnson's position changes from Working Supervisor to Supervisor with reduced pay from $83,544 to $78,389
• Multiple resignations and terminations in the Beach Park department

The City Council approved a bond ordinance to finance various capital projects and authorized several infrastructure contracts. The council also adopted the city's Comprehensive Plan and approved multiple fund transfers for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

• Approved $18,501,200 bond ordinance for capital projects (5-0)
• Approved agreement for auxiliary power generator replacement (5-0)
• Approved contract for repair of Main Sewage Pump No. 4 (5-0)
• Approved contract for installation of in-line check valves (5-0)
• Approved two resolutions for transfer of funds for 2023-2024 fiscal year (5-0)
• Approved payment for Thomson Reuters Westlaw Services (5-0)
• Adopted the City Comprehensive Plan per SEQRA requirements (5-0)
• Approved publication for hearing on motor vehicle and traffic ordinance (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several Public Works requests for infrastructure repairs and replacements. The agenda also includes a review of the Nassau County Planning Commission's recommendation regarding the Draft 2023 Comprehensive Plan.

• Replacement of auxiliary power generator at City Hall, with Bel-Air Electric Construction, Inc. as low bidder at $352,553.36
• Repair of Main Sewage Pump No. 4 at the Wastewater Treatment Plant, with 3D Industrial Sales & Services as low bidder at $29,860.00
• Installation of in-line check valves on outfall pipes draining into Reynolds Channel, with J. Anthony Enterprises, Inc. as low bidder at $166,535.00
• Review of Nassau County Planning Commission recommendation for the Draft 2023 Comprehensive Plan

ZONING BOARD CALENDAR

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider multiple requests for variances regarding land use and parking requirements. These applications include renewals for existing uses and requests for new off-street parking in front yards.

• Renewal of a temporary variance for a second kitchen at 65 Nebraska Street
• Renewal of a two-year variance for a professional office or day care center at 801 East Park Avenue
• Variance to maintain the removal of a one-car attached garage at 30 Louisiana Street
• Requests for new off-street parking in front yards at 114 Maple Boulevard, 270 Edwards Boulevard, and 442 E. Beech Street
• Variance to maintain a rear yard structure and add a basement professional office at 156 Franklin Boulevard

City Council Proceedings

The City Council will discuss and approve the appointments of multiple seasonal and part-time employees across various departments, including recreation, youth & family services, beach maintenance, and sanitation.

• Appointments of new camp counselors, bus drivers, laborers, gate attendants, and other positions with hourly wages ranging from $10.00 to $26.00
• Salary adjustments for existing staff members in the fire department and sanitation

The City Council approved several operational contracts, a parking waiver for a new pet food boutique, and an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy. The Council also authorized a public hearing for an ordinance to finance various capital projects totaling $18,501,200.

• Approved parking requirement waiver for 966 West Beech Street (3-0)
• Approved purchase of Fire Department system support software (3-0)
• Approved purchase of towels and tissues from lowest bidders (3-0)
• Approved purchase order for concrete supply and delivery (3-0)
• Approved contract for grit and grease removal at Water Pollution Control Plant (3-0)
• Approved purchase of traffic signs from sole bidder (3-0)
• Approved increased funding for HVAC and heating at MLK Center and Ice Arena (3-0)
• Approved $18,501,200 capital projects financing hearing publication (3-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a resolution to authorize the Acting City Manager to purchase calcium hypochlorite chlorine tablets. These tablets are used to disinfect drinking water at the Water Purification Control Plant.

• Resolution to purchase chlorine tablets from Eagle Control Corporation for $54,532.80

City Council Proceedings

The City Council adopted a local law providing a 10% real property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters in good standing who own their primary residence in Long Beach. The council also approved several administrative resolutions, including funding for a gun buyback event and the acceptance of a charitable donation.

• Adopted Local Law #III/23 providing 10% tax exemption for volunteer firefighters (5-0)
• Approved RES. #131/23 to pay and pass on administrative costs under Emergency Tenant Protection Act (5-0)
• Approved RES. #132/23 to purchase office supplies under Master Agreement (5-0)
• Approved RES. #133/23 to transfer funds for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year (5-0)
• Approved RES. #134/23 to host a Gun Buy Back event using $50,000 in funds (5-0)
• Approved RES. #135/23 to purchase fuel under New York State contracts (5-0)
• Approved RES. #136/23 to accept $17,000 donation of lifeguard shirts from Mount Sinai/South Nassau (5-0)
• Approved RES. #137/23 to enter agreement for strategic consulting services (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a local law to provide property tax exemptions for enrolled members of the Long Beach Volunteer Fire Department. The council is also considering resolutions regarding tenant protection administrative costs, office supply contracts, and fund transfers.

• Public hearing on tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters
• Resolution to pass $22 per unit administrative costs to owners under the Emergency Tenant Protection Act
• Authorization of office supply purchases from ODP Business Solutions, LLC
• Transfer of $15,149.00 from Water Purification contracted services to regular salaries
• Authorization for a gun buy back event on July 8, 2023

ZONING BOARD CALENDAR

The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing several applications for zoning variances. These requests include changes to parking, yard setbacks, fence heights, and property usage.

• Variance for new off-street parking at 160 East Walnut Street
• Variance for a new deck and stairs at 15 Virginia Avenue
• Variance for a six foot high front yard fence at 28 Kirkwood Street
• Variance to place a food trailer at 229 East Park Avenue
• Conditional variance to convert a one-family house to a two-family house at 110 Cleveland Avenue

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is reviewing a series of personnel appointments across the Fire, Police, Beach Park, and Sanitation departments. The items include seasonal hires for Beach Park, new police officers, and salary adjustments for specific roles.

• Promotion of Samuel Pinto to Fire Lieutenant/Medic at $130,984.00/yr
• Appointment of Nicole Landry as Beach Park Manager at $25,000/season
• Appointment of Tyshon Johnson to Salary Laborer at $18.00/hr
• Multiple seasonal appointments for Beach Park gate attendants and cashiers
• Appointment of Samantha Stockdale and Thomas Colgan as seasonal Special Officers

The Council approved several capital projects, including the Long Beach Ice Arena roof rehabilitation and a budget amendment for playground upgrades. A parking waiver was granted for a new surfboard rental shop at 64 West Park Avenue. The Council also voted to purchase new bike racks, though two members opposed the measure.

• Approved parking waiver for 64 West Park Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Capital Projects Fund Budget amendment for playgrounds (5-0)
• Approved increase for Long Beach Ice Arena AC equipment purchase order (5-0)
• Approved Long Beach Ice Arena roof rehabilitation contract (5-0)
• Approved Resilient Connectivity project Phase I (5-0)
• Approved purchase of bike racks from sole responsible bidder (3-2)
• Approved minutes from May 23 and June 6, 2023 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure projects including playground rehabilitations and ice arena repairs. The agenda also includes a request for a parking waiver for a new surfboard rental shop and various contract awards.

• Budget amendment to fund rehabilitation of Magnolia Blvd. Playground and Leroy Coyner’s Park
• Change order for Premier Mechanical Services, Inc. to increase Ice Arena HVAC project cost to $116,292.68
• Bid review for Ice Arena roof rehabilitation with Milcon Construction recommended as the low bidder
• Contract award for West Park Avenue resiliency work to Suffolk Paving Corporation for $748,888.00
• Parking waiver application for a surfboard rental business at 64 W. Atlantic Avenue

City Council Proceedings

The agenda details a large volume of personnel actions across several city departments. These include new appointments for beach maintenance, police, and sanitation, as well as various salary adjustments and resignations.

• Appointment of Thomas Canner as Director of Operations for Beach Maintenance at $138,064.00/yr
• Salary increase for several Police Department Special Officers from $15.00/hr to $19.00/hr
• Appointment of numerous seasonal Gate Attendants and Cashiers for Beach Park
• Reinstatement of Deborah McClellan as Bus Dispatcher at $92,924.00/hr
• Resignation of Caroline Bergin from the Police Department

The City Council ratified a new three-year collective bargaining agreement for the Lifeguard Unit. The council also approved a parking requirement waiver for a business at 880 West Beech Street and authorized several municipal contracts and purchases.

• Approved parking requirement waiver for 880 West Beech Street (5-0)
• Ratified 3-year collective bargaining agreement for Lifeguard Unit
• Approved location agreement for West End Beautification Association
• Approved contract for July 4th fireworks display
• Approved retention of Standard Evaluation Services for appraisal
• Approved continued retention of Capital Markets Advisors, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of four members to the Board of Ethics
• Approved purchase of 1,000 recycling cans

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a $40,000 fireworks display contract for July 7, 2023. The agenda also includes applications for a change of use permit and an off-street parking waiver for a business at 500 W. Beech St.

• $40,000 contract with Starfire Corporation for a fireworks display on July 7, 2023
• Change of use application for 500 W. Beech St. to operate as Mortgage Home Loan Center
• Application for waiver of off-street parking requirements at 500 W. Beech St.
• Proposed business operations for Mortgage Home Loan Center involving water financing services

ZONING BOARD CALENDAR

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several requests for variances regarding land use, density, and yard requirements. These applications include requests for deck construction, parking changes, and residential use modifications.

• Renewal of a temporary variance for 2-family use at 150 East Penn Street
• Variance for a new front yard deck at 80 Kentucky Street
• Special use request for a second kitchen at 231 West Beech Street
• Variance for a proposed new or maintained deck at 5 Maryland Avenue
• Request for new off-street parking in the front yard at 160 East Walnut Street

City Council

The Department of Public Works is requesting a resolution for a project to replace a collapsed section of sanitary sewer pipe between East Pine and East Chester Streets. The project involves installing approximately 235 linear feet of pipe and restoring pavement.

• Sanitary sewer replacement on Curley Street between East Pine and East Chester St.
• Bids received for the project range from $234,825.00 to $281,885.00
• Project funding available via budget lines H3017-52358 ($101,021.00) and 13021-52358 ($133,804.00)

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is reviewing proposed amendments to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget for the General, Water, and Sewer funds. The proposal includes reevaluated revenue projections and adjustments to departmental salaries and contracted services.

• Proposed $840,930 decrease in Homestead Real Property Tax revenue
• Proposed $110,000 reduction in Economic Development salary for City Planner
• Proposed $140,000 removal of funding for Deputy Comptroller position
• Proposed $72,000 increase in Rent Income from Tennis Courts
• Proposed $50,000 increase for City Council contracted services/consultants

The City Council unanimously approved the budget for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2023, including specific tax rates for homestead and non-homestead properties. The Council also authorized contracts for facility repairs at the Magnolia Senior & Child Day Care Center and emergency sewer work on Curley Street.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 budget with $102,103,751 total expenditure (5-0)
• Fixed real estate tax levy at $58,574,654 (5-0)
• Set Homestead tax rate at $24.2821 per $100 (5-0)
• Set Non-Homestead tax rate at $42.8292 per $100 (5-0)
• Approved agreement for outdoor condenser water piping and insulation replacement at Magnolia Senior & Child Day Care Center (5-0)
• Approved contract for emergency sanitary sewer replacement on Curley Street between East Pine Street and East Chester Street (5-0)

City Council Proceedings

The Office of the State Comptroller has examined the proposed City of Long Beach budget for the period of July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. The resulting report is available for public inspection at the City Clerk's office.

• Examination of the July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 proposed budget

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a quotation from Global Fueling Systems Inc. to replace existing fuel suction pumps. The project involves supplying and installing new equipment, including gas and diesel pumps, nozzles, and related hardware.

• Replacement of gas and diesel pumps via Global Fueling Systems Inc.
• Total quote amount of $35,128.20
• Scope includes removing existing suction pumps and installing new equipment with electrical and plumbing connections

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is reviewing various personnel actions across multiple city departments. These actions include staff reassignments, new appointments for seasonal and permanent roles, and several resignations.

• Oneida Alvarez reassignment to Senior Administrative Aide at $57,980.00/yr
• Sean Carton promotion to Police Detective at $134,565.54/yr
• Multiple appointments for Beach Maintenance PM roles at $15.00/hr
• Multiple seasonal Lifeguard appointments at $11.00/hr
• Sanitation Laborer appointments at $14.00/hr

The City Council approved a local law to override the tax levy limit and adopted a Capital Improvement Program for July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2028. The operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year was tabled until May 23, 2023. Several resolutions for equipment and chemical purchases were also approved.

• Approved Local Law to override the tax levy limit (5-0)
• Approved five-year Capital Improvement Program for 2023-2028 (5-0)
• Tabled operating budget for July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of funds for 2022-2023 fiscal year (5-0)
• Approved installation of Gas-boy system and fuel pumps (5-0)
• Approved purchase of water purification plant chemicals (5-0)
• Approved change of wording to 'Mortgage Banker Office' for 880 West Beech Street parking waiver notice (4-1)
• Approved minutes from May 2, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is considering a resolution to settle multiple pending lawsuits brought by Jay Gusler against the City of Long Beach. The proposed agreement involves paying $144,000 in bi-weekly installments over nine years.

• Resolution authorizing settlement of claims by Jay Gusler for $144,000
• Settlement to cover Nassau County Supreme Court and Appellate Division cases
• Payment plan of $16,000 per year over nine years

City Council Proceedings

The agenda lists multiple personnel actions including new appointments, reassignments, and resignations across several city departments. These changes affect roles in Community Development, Police, Sanitation, and Beach Maintenance.

• Appointment of Dennis Cohen as Corporation Counsel at $203,000/yr
• Salary adjustment for Charles Geiger from Acting Corporation Counsel to Deputy Corporation Counsel
• Appointment of Dominick Squiciarino as Police Officer at $56,018.74/yr
• Appointment of Tyrell Ebron as Groundsworker at $41,033/yr
• Multiple appointments for Beach Park Supervisors and Beach Cleaners

The City Council held public hearings on the proposed 2023-2024 budget and on amendments to fines/fees and traffic ordinances. The council voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance amending various fines and fees (with changes to beach gate fees removed) and an ordinance on motor vehicles and traffic. Several resolutions were also approved, including renewing the MUNIS system agreement, accepting a donation and a grant for an afterschool mural program, budget amendments, and a settlement in the Jay Gusler case.

• Adopted ordinance amending various fines and fees (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending motor vehicles and traffic regulations (4-0)
• Approved resolution to renew MUNIS system agreement (4-0)
• Approved resolution accepting a charitable donation of a pop-up tent (4-0)
• Approved resolution accepting a grant for an afterschool mural program (4-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing budget amendment to capital projects fund for Magnolia Park (4-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing transfer of funds for city garage fuel system (4-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing settlement of Jay Gusler lawsuit (4-0)

ZONING BOARD CALENDAR

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several applications for variances regarding property use, building height, and parking requirements. These requests include residential deck maintenance, house conversions, and commercial construction.

• Variance for off-street parking at 517 East Olive Street
• Variance for a new front yard deck at 99 California Street
• Variance to maintain a rear yard deck at 120 East Hudson Street
• Variance for removal of required off-street parking at 954 West Beech Street
• Variance to convert a family house into a two-family house at 455 East Park Avenue

City Council

The agenda includes a bid review for a valve maintenance trailer, a resolution to participate in Nassau BOCES cooperative bidding, and a request to accept a $45,000 donation from New York Rangers, LLC.

• Bid proposal for Valve Maintenance Trailer: Ferguson Waterworks ($92,43 4.68) and E.H. Wachs ($92,590.00)
• Resolution to accept a $45,000 financial contribution from New York Rangers, LLC to refurbish the City’s Ice Arena
• Application for change of use/use permit at 51/5 Lup Lach, Bowed loll
• Application for waiver of off-street parking requirements at 515 Lang Rach @ Wal
• Resolution to participate in Nassau BOCES cooperative bidding for various commodities and services

City Council Proceedings

The council is reviewing several resignations and appointments within the Recreation and Lifeguard departments. These changes include new part-time staff for recreation and promotions for lifeguard leadership.

• Resignations of Jonathan Wachs, Brian Horne, Norman Wilson, Jr., Jack Valentin, and Donna Hegmann
• Appointment of Colin Liguori, Jack Shields, and Thomas Grasso as Recreation Specialists
• Promotion of Richard Borawski from Assistant Chief Lifeguard to Chief Lifeguard at $28,000.00 per season
• Promotion of Philip Cabasino from Lifeguard Lieutenant to Assistant Chief Lifeguard at $22,000.00 per season

The City Council approved a parking requirement waiver for a deli at 511 Long Beach Boulevard and authorized the purchase of a valve maintenance trailer. The council also approved budget amendments, fund transfers, and employment contracts for the City Comptroller and Corporation Counsel.

• Approved off-street parking waiver for 511 Long Beach Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved purchase of valve maintenance trailer from lowest bidder (5-0)
• Approved participation in BOCES cooperative bid (5-0)
• Approved General Fund Budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved transfer of funds for 2022-2023 fiscal year (5-0)
• Approved fund transfers within 2022-2023 budget with weekly reporting requirement (5-0)
• Approved employment contract for City Comptroller (5-0)
• Confirmed appointment and employment contract for Corporation Counsel (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an amendment to the May 17, 2022 Bond Ordinance due to rising costs for the Water Pollution Control Plant and South Shore Reclamation Facility. The updated estimate reflects a total project cost of $169,252,981, up from the original estimate. Additionally, the Council will consider budget transfers within the Publicity and Celebrations departments.

• Amendment to May 17, 2022 Bond Ordinance for Long Beach Water Pollution Control Plant project
• Project cost increase from $123,095,799 to an estimated $169,252,981
• Transfer of $30,000 within Publicity budget from Temporary Salaries to Contracted Services
• Transfer of $20,000 within Celebrations budget from Temporary Salaries to Overtime Salaries
• Waiver of off-street parking requirements for properties at 12 Beach Street and 45 West Long Beach

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is reviewing several departmental appointments and resignations. The agenda also includes proposed salary adjustments for the Director of Economic Development and the Executive Assistant to the City Manager.

• Salary increase for Director of Economic Development from $118,556.00/yr to $123,556.00/yr
• Appointment of Kerry Giovanniello as Assistant Corporation Counsel at $65,000.00/yr
• Appointment of Michael Medrano as Firefighter/EMT at $41,900.00/yr
• Appointment of Cynthia Rogers as Executive Assistant to the City Manager at $145,000.00/yr
• Multiple part-time appointments for Ice Arena and Fire Department staff

The Council approved a bond ordinance for the Water Pollution Control Plant project and authorized several consultants for the offshore wind project. They also amended the city charter to expand the residency requirements for future City Manager applicants.

• Approved $165,759,695 bond ordinance for Water Pollution Control Plant (5-0)
• Approved off-street parking waiver for 917 West Beech Street (5-0)
• Approved charter amendment allowing City Manager to live within 15 miles or Nassau County (5-0)
• Approved three resolutions to retain outside counsel for offshore wind project (5-0)
• Approved retention of Nelson, Pope and Voorhis for environmental impact review (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 fiscal year fund transfer (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved notice of public hearing for parking waiver at 511 Long Beach Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved minutes from March 7 and March 21, 2023 (5-0)

ZONING BOARD CALENDAR

The Zoning Board of Appeals is considering several requests for variances regarding yard setbacks, parking, and property use. These applications include requests for new decks, an elevator, and kitchen modifications across various Long Beach locations.

• Variance for a rear yard deck at 520 East Chester Street
• Variance for a front yard deck at 248 West Pine Street
• Variance for a side yard elevator and outdoor shower at 865 Oceanfront
• Renewal of variance for a 3-story, 6-unit dwelling at 61 Neptune Boulevard
• Variance for a house elevation and front yard deck at 340 East Pine Street

City Council

The City of Long Beach is engaging ProNexus to provide interim accounting services. The engagement aims to assist the finance department in closing monthly books and preparing for the June fiscal year end.

• Engagement of ProNexus for interim accounting support services
• Senior Consultant hourly rate: $85-$120
• Manager hourly rate: $120-$140

City Council Proceedings

The City Council adopted several resolutions including a bond ordinance for water facility improvements. The council also authorized accounting support services and an agreement with Nassau County for equipment funding.

• Bond ordinance to finance Long Beach Water Pollution Control Plant and South Shore Water Reclamation Facility up to $169,252,981
• Retention of ProNexus, LLC for accounting support services not to exceed $75,000
• Inter-Municipal Cooperation Agreement with Nassau County for a Zamboni purchase
• Ordinance to update special events cost recovery procedures
• Public hearing notice for off-street parking waiver at 917 West Beech Street

The City Council adopted an ordinance regarding special event permit refunds and approved an agreement with Nassau County for Zamboni funding. The council also authorized several public hearings for April 4, 2023, and approved consulting services for the Comptroller's office.

• Approved Ordinance #3077/23 regarding Special Events permit fee refunds (4-1)
• Approved Resolution #55/23 for consulting services not to exceed $75,000 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #56/23 for Inter-Municipal Cooperation Agreement with Nassau County for Zamboni funding (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #57/23 to publish hearing for Bond Ordinance of $165,759,695 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #58/23 to publish hearing for parking requirement waiver at 917 West Beech Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #59/23 to publish hearing for Local Law amending City Charter regarding City Officers (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a resolution authorizing the Acting City Manager to purchase equipment from W.W. Grainger to hardwire eight beach ticket booths at Ocean Beach Park, providing continuous power without relying on Wi-Fi. The cost is $28,313.31 from account A8172.54444.

• $28,313.31 purchase from W.W. Grainger for hardwiring 8 beach ticket booths
• Funds from Beach Maintenance — Building Repairs account A8172.54444
• Vendor awarded through Sourcewell cooperative (RFP#101320-WWG)

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is reviewing various staff appointments across the Recreation, Police, Fire, and Corporation Counsel departments. The agenda also notes the retirement of a Fire Lieutenant.

• Appointment of Brian Horne as Recreation Specialist at $15.00/hr
• Appointment of Brooke Yellin as Recreation Specialist at $15.00/hr
• Appointment of Devon Potter as Lifeguard (Indoor Pool) at $15.00/hr
• Appointment of John Mooney, Jr. as IT Specialist at $25.4774/hr
• Appointment of Melissa Oritz as Secretary to the Corporation Counsel at $65,331.00/yr

The City Council approved a request to the State of New York to alienate a portion of Ocean Beach Park for EW Offshore Transport Corporation. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts, a new collective bargaining agreement for part-time employees, and the purchase of 10 city vehicles.

• Approved request to alienate Ocean Beach Park land for EW Offshore Transport Corporation (5-0)
• Approved stop-arm bus camera system ordinance and Master Agreement with BusPatrol America LLC (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Ratified Collective Bargaining Agreement for CSEA Part-Timer Unit (5-0)
• Approved $625,000 contract amendment for asphalt overlay work (5-0)
• Approved contract for high-pressure sand gravel filter rehabilitation at Water Purification Plant (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 10 vehicles for various city departments (5-0)
• Approved $17,000 salary increase for Acting City Manager to assume OEM Director duties (5-0)
• Approved 2022 LOSAP service credit for eligible volunteer firefighters (5-0)

ZONING BOARD CALENDAR

The Long Beach Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three variance applications: a renewal of a conditional/temporary variance for a second kitchen at 312 West Penn Street, a fence height variance for a six-foot front yard fence at 32 Farrell Street, and a side-yard variance for a second-floor addition at 414 East Fulton Street.

• Renewal of conditional/temporary variance for second kitchen at 312 West Penn Street
• Variance for six-foot front yard fence at 32 Farrell Street
• Variance for side-yard addition at 414 East Fulton Street

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is reviewing a series of personnel actions, including resignations from the Fire Department, Municipal Building, Community Development, and Recreation, as well as appointments to Recreation, Beach Maintenance, and Central Garage positions. Salary changes are noted for a laborer position moving from hourly to annual pay.

• Resignation of Frances Rivera, Paramedic, $62,367.52/yr
• Resignation of Monique Powell, Director of Community Development, $75,480.00/yr
• Appointment of Christopher Guido, Laborer, from $17.00/hr to $46,873.00/yr
• Appointment of Jimmy Rodriguez, Automotive Mechanic (Heavy Duty), $64,464.00/yr

The City Council approved the purchase of a new ambulance and bunker gear for the Fire Department. It also passed ordinances amending rules for special events and Ocean Beach Park, and granted a parking waiver for a business on West Beech Street.

• Approved application for 2023-2024 Community Development Program (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Special Events, Offenses-Miscellaneous and Parks and Recreation (3-1)
• Approved ordinance amending Ocean Beach Park rules (3-1)
• Granted off-street parking waiver for 776 West Beech Street (4-0)
• Approved budget amendments to the 2022-2023 Water Fund Budget (4-0)
• Approved purchase of bunker gear for Fire Department (4-0)
• Approved purchase of new ambulance for Fire Department (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved publication for hearing on Motor Vehicles and Traffic ordinance (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to settle a tax certiorari case with 700 Shore Road Waters Edge Inc., a 180-unit co-op, for an $85,000 cash refund. The settlement reduces the assessed value from $680,000 to $585,000 and includes a three-year moratorium on filing grievances. The council will also vote on several budget amendments, including transfers for police candidate testing, community development funds, and office equipment repairs.

• Tax certiorari settlement: $85,000 refund to 700 Shore Road co-op, assessed value reduced to $585,000
• Police department fund transfer: $2,522 for drug screening of 52 police candidates
• Community Development 48th Year Budget: $280,050 allocation including $100,000 for ice hockey rink and $87,550 for fire station upgrades
• Community Development 45th Year Budget amendments: $29,947 shift from recreational center upgrades to other programs
• Assessor's office fund transfer: $10,000 from consultants to overtime due to staffing issues

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is acting on a series of personnel changes across multiple departments, including resignations, appointments, salary adjustments, and retirements. Notable items include the retirement of two police officers and the reinstatement of a secretary to the police commissioner with a salary increase.

• Police Officer (Detective) Roland Menendez retires with salary of $151,543.60
• Police Officer Joseph Garofalo retires with salary of $131,451.84
• Julie Halfon reinstated as Timekeeper in Police Staff, salary increased from $60,000/yr to $81,970/yr
• Serena Turco resigns as Special Officer (Seasonal) in Police Staff, $15.00/hr
• Cesar Rodriguez appointed as Dispatcher in Transportation, salary $62,293/yr

The City Council approved a $335,000 grant for the Pacific Park Playground Improvement Project and authorized several budget amendments and fund transfers. The council also adopted an ordinance regarding a Mortgage-in-Default Registry and approved the purchase of new assessment software and a fire alarm management system.

• Approved $335,000 grant for Pacific Park Playground Improvement Project (4-0)
• Adopted Mortgage-in-Default Registry ordinance (4-0)
• Approved purchase of assessment software (3-1)
• Approved purchase of Fire Alarm Management System (3-1)
• Approved budget amendments for General and Sewer Funds (3-1)
• Approved budget amendments for 45th Program Year Community Development Fund (4-0)
• Approved annual allocation of 48th Program Year Community Development Funds (3-1)
• Approved membership in Interlocal Purchasing System and retention of Troy & Banks Consultants LLC (4-0)

City Council Proceedings

This meeting is an informational presentation from the NYS Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) covering cannabis legalization, licensing, municipal roles, and enforcement. No local ordinances, votes, or decisions are on the agenda; the council is not taking any action.

• Presentation on the Marihuana Regulation & Taxation Act (MRTA) and OCM structure
• Explanation of municipal role: can opine on retail dispensary/on-site consumption license applications
• Proposed 500-foot buffer from schools and 200-foot from houses of worship for dispensaries
• Local excise tax: 4% at retail, split 25% to county, 75% to city/town/village
• Enforcement guidance: complaints can be sent to complaints@ocm.ny.gov

ZONING BOARD CALENDAR

The Long Beach Zoning Board of Appeals will hear nine variance applications on January 26, 2023, covering curb cuts, front/side yards, height limits, parking, a subdivision, and a mixed-use renewal. Properties are on East Broadway, Delaware Avenue, West Beech Street, Neptune Boulevard, East Beech Street, Barnes Street, East Chester Street, West Beech Street, and Pennsylvania Avenue.

• Case #3328: SAMY 644 Management LLC seeks variance for curb cut and front-yard parking at 644 East Broadway
• Case #3106: Paul Martin seeks renewal of variance for a new bar at 945 West Beech Street
• Case #3333: Summit Development & Management Corp. seeks subdivision variance to split a lot at 529 East Chester Street into two parcels for a two-family and one-family dwelling
• Case #1891: Dr. Hal Waldman seeks renewal of conditional variance for a one-family dwelling and veterinarian office at 401 West Beech Street
• Case #3334: Dolores Nelson Trust seeks front-yard variance for a new FEMA-compliant house at 90 Pennsylvania Avenue

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is reviewing various personnel actions including retirements, separations, and new appointments. These actions affect several departments including Recreation, Transportation, Police, and the City Manager's office.

• Ronald Walsh appointed Police Commissioner and Acting City Manager
• Donna Gayden separation from City Manager position
• Patricia Bourne salary increase to $118,556.00/yr for Director of Economic Development
• Multiple part-time Recreation Specialist and Lifeguard appointments
• Retirements for William Marks (Transportation), Robert Fales (Police), and Mindy Abrams (Legal Stenographer)

The City Council approved financing for a new tax assessment system and authorized several fund transfers and departmental purchases. The council also elected Mr. Bendo as the new City Council President. Other approved actions included the appointment of a Board of Ethics member and participation in a state investment fund.

• Elected Mr. Bendo as City Council President (unanimous)
• Approved $146,000 in bonds for a new tax assessment system (4-1)
• Approved purchase of a Transportation Department pick-up truck (5-0)
• Approved internal fund transfer for clean team overtime (5-0)
• Approved fund transfer for ADA pool ladder and AEDs (5-0)
• Approved agreement for additional fire safety services (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved appointment of a Board of Ethics member (5-0)
• Approved participation in the NYCLASS Investment Fund (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a bond ordinance to borrow $146,000 for a new tax assessment system. The council will also consider resolutions to buy a $48,120 vehicle for the Transportation Department, transfer funds for sanitation overtime and a recreation department ladder, and hire Fire Command Co. for a fire alarm system at the Maple Avenue Firehouse.

• Bond ordinance authorizing $146,000 in bonds for a tax assessment system
• Purchase of one 2023 Nissan Frontier for $48,120.60 for the Transportation Department
• Transfer of $70,000 to cover Sanitation Department overtime salaries
• Transfer of $8,245.93 to replenish Recreation Department funds for an ADA-compliant Aquatrek Ladder
• Agreement with Fire Command Co. for $39,088 to install an Automatic Fire Alarm System at the Maple Avenue Firehouse

City Council

The Long Beach City Council will vote on resolutions to mutually terminate City Manager Donna M. Gayden's employment agreement, appoint Police Commissioner Ronald J. Walsh as Acting City Manager, and confirm Tax Assessor Raymond Flammer as City Treasurer, all effective January 4, 2023.

• Mutual termination of City Manager Donna M. Gayden's employment agreement
• Appointment of Police Commissioner Ronald J. Walsh as Acting City Manager
• Appointment of Tax Assessor Raymond Flammer as City Treasurer
• City Council to establish a search committee for a permanent City Manager

City Council Proceedings

The City Council is considering a personnel action to terminate Christopher Hall from his position as Recreation Aide in the Recreation Department, effective December 19, 2022. The agenda lists only this single item, with no other business or discussion items.

• Termination of Christopher Hall, Recreation Aide, Recreation Department, effective 12/19/2022

The City Council approved an ordinance regarding flood damage prevention to maintain FEMA insurance eligibility and appointed Police Commissioner Ronald Walsh as Acting City Manager. The council also authorized the purchase of police tasers and the appointment of Raymond Flammer as Treasurer. A resolution to publish a hearing for an Ocean Beach Park ordinance was defeated.

• Approved Ordinance #3071/23 regarding Flood Damage Prevention (5-0)
• Approved purchase of tasers for Police Department (5-0)
• Approved transfer of funds for 2022-2023 Fiscal Year (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Capital Program for FY 2022/23 through 2026/27 (4-1)
• Approved publication for hearing on $146,000 tax assessment system financing (4-1)
• Denied publication for hearing on Ocean Beach Park ordinance (1-4)
• Approved appointment of Ronald Walsh as Acting City Manager (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Raymond Flammer as Treasurer (5-0)