Pelham Manor public meetings in 2024

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will swear in Gregory Sancho as Police Chief, consider resolutions to approve signage for Michael's, confirm participation in the Westchester County Hazard Mitigation Plan update, and authorize voucher payments. Departmental reports from Fire, Police, Treasurer, and DPW for November 2024 will be presented, and the Board may enter executive session to discuss litigation and personnel.

• Swearing in of Gregory M. Sancho as Police Chief
• Resolution to approve signage for Michael's
• Resolution confirming village participation in Westchester County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• Resolution authorizing mayor to sign abstract of vouchers (numbers 33061-33134)
• Fire Department reported 57 alarms; Police Department documented 324 incidents; Treasurer reported fund balance of $11,700,188

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the minutes from November 11 and 25, 2024, and accepted reports from the Fire, Police, Village Treasurer, and DPW. They approved signage for Michael's, renewed participation in the Westchester County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, and approved vouchers 33061-33134. The Board also approved a salary adjustment for the Village Manager, setting the salary at $200,000 effective January 1, 2025, with one-time merit and longevity payments. No action was taken in executive session.

• Approved minutes from November 11 and 25, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Fire, Police, Village Treasurer, and DPW reports (unanimous)
• Approved signage for Michael's (unanimous)
• Approved participation in Westchester County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers 33061-33134 (unanimous)
• Approved Village Manager salary adjustment to $200,000 effective Jan 1, 2025, plus $12,000 merit and $5,000 longevity payments (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Pelham Manor Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two items: a variance request for an addition on a non-conforming lot at 510 Stellar Avenue, and a special permit for an addition over 500 square feet at 4 Manger Circle. The board will also approve minutes from its October 23 meeting.

• 510 Stellar Avenue – variance for an addition on a non-conforming lot
• 4 Manger Circle – special permit for an addition over 500 square feet
• Approval of minutes from October 23, 2024

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider a site plan amendment for 940 Wynnewood Road (Pelham Country Club) to modify the entrance and parking lot for a seasonal ice rink. They will also honor retiring Police Chief Thomas J. Atkins with a proclamation, receive department reports from Police, Fire, and the Village Treasurer, authorize voucher payments (numbers 33014–33060), and may enter executive session to discuss employment of a particular person.

• Consider site plan amendment for 940 Wynnewood Road (Pelham Country Club) – entrance/parking lot modifications and seasonal ice rink
• Proclamation honoring Police Chief Thomas J. Atkins on his retirement after 39 years of service
• Resolution authorizing mayor to sign abstract of vouchers (numbers 33014–33060)
• Police Department report for October 2024: 454 incidents, an increase from 400 in September
• Treasurer's report: fund balance of $14,906,294.12 as of October 31, 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold an advisory meeting to review proposed site plan amendments for the Pelham Country Club at 940 Wynnewood Road. The amendments include a tennis dome replacement and expansion, an ice rink, and a main entry. No final decisions will be made; the board will make recommendations to the Board of Trustees.

• Review of proposed site plan amendment for Pelham Country Club (940 Wynnewood Road)
• Tennis Dome Replacement and Expansion
• Ice Rink
• Main Entry

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees will consider several resolutions and a site plan amendment at their November 11 meeting. Items include signage for Club Pilates, support for increased state aid to local governments, proposed capital budget transfers and amendments, and a site plan amendment for 940 Wynnewood Road (Pelham Country Club). The Board will also authorize the mayor to sign an abstract of vouchers and may enter executive session to discuss litigation and personnel.

• Consideration of a site plan amendment for 940 Wynnewood Road (Pelham Country Club)
• Consideration of a resolution to approve signage for Club Pilates
• Consideration of proposed capital budget transfer and amendments
• Consideration of a resolution in support of continued and increased state aid for local governments
• Authorization for mayor to sign abstract of vouchers (numbers 32978-33013)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider enacting Local Law No. 4 of 2024, which adds stop signs at three specified intersections in Pelham Manor. The law amends the village code to require stop signs on Grant Avenue south of Windsor Place, Grant Avenue east of Monroe Street, and Hudson Street at Plymouth Street. This is a decision item — a public hearing and vote are expected.

• Add stop sign on Grant Avenue southbound, 250 feet south of Windsor Place
• Add stop sign on Grant Avenue eastbound, 168 feet east of Monroe Street
• Add stop sign on Hudson Street eastbound at Plymouth Street
• Local Law No. 4 of 2024 becomes effective upon filing with the Secretary of State

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Pelham Manor Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on October 23, 2024, to consider two applications for special permits. One is for an addition over 500 square feet at 955 Esplanade, and another is for a similar addition on an existing non-conforming lot at 1333 Manor Lane. The board will also approve minutes from its October 2 meeting.

• 955 Esplanade – request for a special permit for an addition over 500 square feet
• 1333 Manor Lane – request for a special permit for an addition over 500 square feet on an existing non-conforming lot

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider three site plan amendments: for Pelham Country Club at 940 Wynnewood Road, CVS at 4760 Boston Post Road, and Public Storage at 925 Spring Road. It will also introduce Local Law 4 of 2024 and set a public hearing for October 24, 2028. A resolution to award a contract for annual sanitary sewer lining and manhole rehabilitation is on the agenda, along with authorization for the mayor to sign vouchers. The meeting includes proclamations for the Pelham Civic Association's Persons of the Year, monthly reports from the Fire Department and DPW, a public comment period, and an executive session.

• Proclamations honoring Tina Constable and Dan McLaughlin as Pelham Civic Association's Persons of the Year
• Site plan amendment for Pelham Country Club at 940 Wynnewood Road
• Site plan amendments for CVS at 4760 Boston Post Road and Public Storage at 925 Spring Road
• Introduction of Local Law 4 of 2024 with public hearing set for October 24, 2028
• Resolution to award contract for annual sanitary sewer lining and manhole rehabilitation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Pelham Manor Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on applications for special permits and variances at four residential properties. Items include a pool at 876 James Street, a rear deck at 475 Wolfs Lane, a driveway relocation at 150 Jackson Avenue, and extension requests for prior approvals at 425 Manor Ridge Road and 20 Priory Lane. The meeting was rescheduled from September 25, 2024.

• 150 Jackson Avenue – variance to move driveway from Jackson Avenue side to Peace Street side on a non-conforming corner lot with multiple setback deficiencies
• 475 Wolfs Lane – special permit for a rear deck on an existing non-conforming lot, reducing lot coverage from 50.3% to 45%
• 876 James Street – special permit for a pool on a conforming lot
• 425 Manor Ridge Road – 90-day extension for a variance
• 20 Priory Lane – 90-day extension for a special permit

Planning Board

The Pelham Manor Planning Board will review two proposed site plan amendments: new signage for the CVS pharmacy at 4760 Boston Post Road, and installation of a 134.4 kW-DC solar photovoltaic system on the roof of the Public Storage facility at 925 Spring Road. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion and review.

• Review of new illuminated and non-illuminated signage for CVS at 4760 Boston Post Road
• Review of solar photovoltaic system (336 modules, 100 kW-AC) at Public Storage, 925 Spring Road
• Solar contractor is 1st Light Energy; project includes roof-mounted panels and electrical upgrades
• Meeting includes public comment period (not specified but implied by standard agenda format)

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees will consider two resolutions: adopting the 2023 adjusted base proportions for property tax classification and opposing the planned expansion of centralized arraignment in Westchester County. Monthly reports from the Police Department (387 incidents in August) and Village Treasurer (fund balance $16.85 million) will be presented. The board will also authorize the mayor to sign a list of vouchers and may enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Resolution to adopt 2023 Adjusted Base Proportions (sets homestead/non-homestead tax shares)
• Resolution in Opposition to Centralized Arraignment in Westchester County
• Police Department monthly report: 387 total incidents in August 2024
• Treasurer's report: fund balance of $16,852,579.88 as of August 31, 2024
• Resolution Authorizing Mayor to Sign Abstract of Vouchers (vouchers #32821-32881)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider a request to close Clay Avenue for a block party, along with three requests to use village parks for private events. They will also receive monthly reports from the Fire Department and Department of Public Works, including a FEMA reimbursement of $11,028.05 for storm costs, and may enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Street closure request: Clay Avenue between Hudson Street and Oak Lane for a block party on Sept 21 (rain date Sept 28)
• Park requests: Shore Park birthday party (Sept 29), Weihman Park Harvest Festival (Oct 19), and another Shore Park birthday party (Sept 22)
• DPW report notes $11,028.05 FEMA reimbursement for Emergency Protective Measures from disaster 4755DR
• DPW completed conversion of all village speed limit signs to 25 mph per local law
• Stormwater infrastructure improvement project began on Pelhamdale Avenue near Manor Lane and Reed Avenue

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider the adoption of Local Law 3 of 2024. The meeting also includes reviews of monthly department reports and requests for park and street usage.

• Public hearing and consideration of Local Law 3 of 2024
• Contract award for sanitary sewer cleaning and television inspection
• Proposed budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Shore Park requests for Democratic Club picnic (Sept 15) and Rosh Hashanah service (Oct 3)
• Street closure request for Manor Lane block party on September 2, 2024

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is scheduled to consider adopting a comprehensive Employee Handbook that outlines personnel policies, benefits, and compliance rules for Village employees. The handbook covers employment matters, operational policies, absence policies, compensation, benefits, and compliance. The agenda contains only this handbook document and no other items.

• Adoption of Village Employee Handbook by resolution

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a special permit for a new house at 70 Forest Road. The board will also review a variance request for a deck at 475 Wolfs Lane and a project extension for 91 Monroe Street.

• Special permit to build a house at 70 Forest Road
• Variance for a new rear deck at 475 Wolfs Lane
• 90-day project extension for 91 Monroe Street

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is considering Local Law No. 2 of 2024. This legislation proposes amending the definition of 'School Hours' within the Village Code. The change would extend the defined period from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on days students are required to report to school.

• Proposed amendment to redefine 'School Hours' as 7:00 am to 6:00 pm

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider introducing Local Law 2 of 2024 to update the definition of school hours. The meeting includes proposals for capital budget amendments regarding a new catch basin cleaner and Village Hall renovations. A site plan amendment for a solar project at 925 Spring Road will also be reviewed.

• Introduction of Local Law 2 of 2024 to update school hour definitions
• $300,000 capital budget amendment for a catch basin cleaner
• Renaming the 'Handicap Restroom' project to 'Village Hall Interior Renovations'
• Site plan amendment referral for 925 Spring Road solar installation
• Authorization of voucher numbers 32484-32527

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees will consider approving a site plan amendment for the shopping center at 904 Pelhamdale Avenue, including parking lot repairs and new lighting, and will hold a public hearing and vote on Local Law 1 of 2024 regarding vehicle and traffic regulations. The board will also review monthly police and treasurer reports, approve signage for LIDL at 840 Pelham Parkway, and consider requests to use Shore Park and close streets for community events.

• Site plan amendment for 904 Pelhamdale Avenue (CVS parking lot rehab) — parking lot patching, restriping, 11 new exterior lights, new fire department connection location
• Public hearing and resolution to adopt Local Law 1 of 2024 — Pelham Manor Code Chapter 202 (Vehicle and Traffic)
• Signage approval for LIDL at 840 Pelham Parkway
• Street closure request for portion of Washington Avenue and Hudson Street on June 21, 2024 (rain date June 25)
• Voucher approval for numbers 32441–32482

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Pelham Manor Zoning Board of Appeals will open its May 22, 2024 meeting, approve minutes from April 24, and consider a variance application for 39 Sherwood Avenue. The applicant seeks to move a rear door and landing with stairs from the left rear side to the right rear side of the house. The lot is non-conforming due to a street setback of 28'11" where 35' is required.

• Variance request for 39 Sherwood Avenue to relocate rear door and stairs
• Non-conforming lot due to street setback of 28'11" (required 35')
• Approval of minutes from April 24, 2024

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is considering Local Law No. 1 of 2024, which would repeal and replace Chapter 202 of the Village Code, establishing a village-wide 25 mph speed limit and 15 mph school zones, along with updated parking, towing, and truck exclusion rules. The board will decide whether to enact this comprehensive revision.

• Village-wide speed limit reduced to 25 mph, with 15 mph school zones on Oak Lane, Clay Avenue, Hudson Street, Washington Avenue, Siwanoy Place, and Manor Lane
• All-night parking prohibited on streets from 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.
• Commercial vehicles over 2 1/2 tons excluded from Pelhamdale Avenue, Wolfs Lane, and Secor Lane east of the Hutchinson River Parkway
• Trucks excluded from all village streets except Pelhamdale Avenue, Boston Post Road, Wolfs Lane, and streets west of the Hutchinson River Parkway
• Vehicles with three or more unpaid parking violations may be towed and impounded

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Pelham Manor Board of Appeals will review eight applications, including resubmissions for previously approved permits that lapsed because work did not start within 90 days. The board will also consider new special permits and variances for additions, a pool amendment, a garage replacement, and a new house on non-conforming lots.

• 533 Highbrook Avenue – resubmission for special permit for addition over 500 sq ft on non-conforming lot
• 111 Iden Avenue – resubmission for variance to replace rear deck on non-conforming lot
• 1008 Peace Street – amendment to special permit for pool approved Jan 2, 2024
• 545 Highbrook Avenue – special permit to demolish garage and build new garage over 500 sq ft
• 20 Priory Lane – special permit to construct new house

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees is holding its regular meeting to review minutes, receive monthly police and treasurer reports, issue proclamations, and consider three requests to use Shore Park for private events. The board may also enter executive session to discuss employment of a corporation and pending litigation.

• Police report: 338 incidents in March 2024, up from 327 in February
• Treasurer's report: March fund balance $8,540,977; DASNY grant $93,999.63 for fire equipment
• Proclamation honoring Maryalice Barnett for 20 years of service
• Proclamation recognizing the Pelham Education Foundation
• Shore Park permit requests: Girl Scouts (June 1), Siwanoy Dads' Club (June 20), Michael Murphy (June 29)

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2024-2025 budget and tax levy, setting tax rates at $5.9508 per $1,000 for homestead properties and $8.6965 for non-homestead, with a total tax levy of $14,687,985. The board will also consider a request to use Weihman Park for a farewell ceremony, approve voucher payments, and may enter executive session regarding employment of a corporation.

• Public hearing and resolution to adopt 2024-2025 budget and tax levy
• Tax rates: $5.9508 (homestead) and $8.6965 (non-homestead) per $1,000 assessed valuation
• Request from Huguenot Nursery School to use Weihman Park on May 18, 2024
• Resolution authorizing mayor to sign abstract of vouchers (numbers 32290-32343)
• Possible executive session on employment of a particular corporation

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees is holding its annual meeting to administer oaths to re-elected trustees, appoint deputy mayors, and approve a series of routine resolutions covering bonds, bank deposits, official appointments, and meeting schedules. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Oath of office for re-elected Trustees Bridget A. Bennett and Maurice Owen-Michaane
• Appointment of Bridget A. Bennett as Deputy Mayor, with a succession order for other trustees
• Resolution fixing the bond of the Treasurer and Village Manager at $100,000
• Resolution designating Catherine Mazzaro as Receiver of Taxes, with a $100,000 bond
• Resolution appointing O'Connor Davies to audit village accounts for FY ending May 31, 2024, at a fee not exceeding $34,000

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees will review the tentative 2024-2025 village budget and vote on a resolution to set a public hearing date. The board will also consider requests to use Shore Park for a school picnic and a rowing regatta, and may enter executive session regarding employment of a particular person.

• Tentative 2024-2025 budget review and resolution to set public hearing date
• Sale of surplus equipment: 2008 Sreco Flexible Sewer Rodder
• Request from Nikki Calamari, 1415 Pelhamdale Avenue, to use Shore Park for Montessori School picnic on June 5, 2024 (rain date June 6)
• Request from Angelo and Rosemary Rubbo, 500 Esplanade, to use Shore Park for Iona University annual rowing regatta on April 27, 2024
• Resolution authorizing Mayor to sign abstract of vouchers (numbers 32219-32289)

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees is meeting to consider approving site plan amendments for the Lidl grocery store renovation at 840 Pelham Parkway, along with routine reports from the Fire Department, DPW, and Village Clerk. The board will also authorize the mayor to sign vouchers and may enter executive session regarding employment of a particular person.

• Consideration of approval for site plan amendments for Lidl
• Resolution authorizing mayor to sign abstract of vouchers (numbers 32177-32218)
• Fire Department report: 46 alarms in February, including 1 structure fire with $500 damages
• DPW report: 5 street lights repaired, 6 new stop signs, 5 tons of blacktop for potholes
• Executive session regarding employment of a particular person

Planning Board

The Pelham Manor Planning Board will review an amended site plan application from Lidl US, LLC for the former Michael's space at 840 Pelham Parkway. The proposal includes minor exterior modifications such as a new cart corral, bollards, and a platform stair. The board will also receive an update from the Village Manager regarding Pelhamdale, LLC at 4760 Boston Post Road.

• Amended site plan for Lidl at 840 Pelham Parkway
• Exterior modifications: cart corral, bollards, platform stair
• Update on Pelhamdale, LLC at 4760 Boston Post Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Pelham Manor Board of Appeals is meeting to consider three variance requests from property owners. The board will also approve minutes from its January 24, 2024 meeting. The items are public hearings on requests for relief from zoning requirements.

• 20 Bonmar Road – variance for front porch encroaching 5 feet into front yard setback
• 425 Manor Ridge Road – variance to build deck and small addition on non-conforming lot
• 545 Pelham Manor Road – variance for 34 sq ft addition on non-conforming lot

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees will consider several resolutions, including authorizing capital budget amendments for a Four Corners renovation and fire equipment, and a resolution urging the state to increase AIM funding. The board will also vote on allowing Project Community to host its Color Run and approve voucher payments. Monthly reports from the police and treasurer will be presented.

• Resolution to authorize capital budget amendments: $50,000 for Four Corners renovation, $3,000 for fire equipment, $22,000 for Vol Interior
• Resolution calling for an increase in AIM funding from New York State
• Consideration of approval for Project Community to host Color Run on May 19
• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign Abstract of Vouchers (numbers 32123-32176)
• Police report: 342 incidents in January 2024; Treasurer's report: fund balance $10,363,597.50

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is reviewing construction documents for converting an existing retail space into a Lidl grocery store at 840 Pelham Parkway. The project includes a 19,388 SF store with bakery, office, and second floor, plus site work within Lidl property limits.

• Renovation of existing retail space into Lidl grocery store, 19,388 SF
• Project at 840 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham Manor, NY 10803
• Includes structural steel framing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, and technology systems
• Tenant will use existing trash enclosure and loading dock
• Site work within Lidl property limits coordinated with adjacent tenants

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees is meeting to consider a resolution appointing additional election inspectors for the March 19, 2024 village election. The agenda also includes a pledge of allegiance, fire safety announcement, opening remarks, public comment period, and adjournment. The only substantive item is the appointment resolution.

• Resolution appointing Karen E. Kiernan, Constance C. Prescott, Edward D. Crespo, and Marcos Rollan as election inspectors at $18.75 per hour
• Karen E. Kiernan appointed as chairperson of election inspectors
• Public comment period open to residents

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Pelham Manor Board of Appeals is meeting to consider five variance requests for properties on non-conforming lots, including a garage, a home addition, a pool with hot tub, and a larger addition requiring a special permit. The board will also vote on a 60-day extension for a previously approved variance. The agenda is otherwise routine, with meeting minutes approval and adjournment.

• 35 Edgemere Street: variance to demolish old garage and build new one on same footprint, 2-7 inches too close to property line
• 525 Wynnewood Road: variance for 149-square-foot addition on non-conforming lot, connecting gutters to existing drywells
• 1008 Peace Street: variance for new pool with hot tub; requires 35-foot front setback (30 feet existing) and 10-foot left side setback (4.9 feet existing)
• 504 Carol Place: variance for non-conforming front yard, side yard, and street frontage; special permit for addition over 500 square feet
• 1081 Washington Avenue: 60-day extension for variance approved October 25, 2023

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is resolving to appoint four individuals as election inspectors for the upcoming village election on March 19, 2024. The resolution also allows for the appointment of alternative inspectors and clerical help if needed.

• Appointment of Richard Genovese, Bridie Doino, Rocco Doino, and Sydney Thayer as election inspectors
• Election inspector pay rate of $18.75 per hour

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees will consider awarding a contract for sanitary sewer smoke testing to the lowest bidder, Fred A. Cook, Jr. Inc., for $90,480. The board will also recognize an Eagle Scout, hear monthly reports from the Fire Department, Village Clerk, and DPW, and may enter executive session to discuss employment of a particular person.

• Resolution awarding sanitary sewer smoke testing contract to Fred A. Cook, Jr. Inc. for $90,480
• Proclamation honoring Eagle Scout Ashok Seecharran for building platform steps at Highbrook Highline
• Fire Department report: 53 alarms in December, including two lithium-ion battery fires causing $8,300 in damages
• Village Clerk report: 28 building permits, 34 dog licenses, 4 handicapped parking permits issued in December
• Resolution authorizing mayor to sign abstract of vouchers (numbers 31939-32004)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a proposed site plan amendment by Pelhamdale, LLC. The project involves pavement repair and parking lot rehabilitation at the CVS located at 4760 Boston Post Road.

• Proposed site plan amendment for Pelhamdale, LLC at 4760 Boston Post Road
• CVS parking lot rehab and pavement repair project