Pelham Manor public meetings in 2025

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees will consider authorizing an intermunicipal agreement with Westchester County for snow and ice removal. It will also discuss a site‑plan amendment for 5 Canal Road, a request to close a street, and a resolution allowing the Mayor to sign vouchers numbered 34166‑34197. Additional items include the swearing‑in of Tariq Abdullah as a police officer and a community 5K event on Highbrook, Witherbee, and Monterey Avenues.

• Authorization of Intermunicipal Agreement with Westchester County for Snow and Ice Removal
• Consideration of Approval for Site Plan Amendment for 5 Canal Road
• Consideration of Street Closing Request
• Pelham Children’s Center to close Highbrook Ave, Witherbee Ave, and Monterey Ave for a Spring 5K on April 18, 2026 (rain date April 25, 2026)
• Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Sign Abstract of Vouchers (Voucher Numbers 34166‑34197)

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the November 24 and December 8 meetings and accepted the Police, Fire, Treasurer and DPW reports. It also authorized the Village Manager to sign a five‑year intermunicipal snow and ice removal agreement with Westchester County. Additional unanimous actions included approving a site‑plan amendment for 5 Canal Road, street closures for a spring 5K, and voucher numbers 34166‑34197, and permitting an executive session.

• Approved November 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Police, Fire, Treasurer and DPW reports (unanimous)
• Authorized Village Manager to sign 5‑year snow and ice removal agreement with Westchester County (unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan Amendment for 5 Canal Road (unanimous)
• Approved street closures on Highbrook Ave, Witherbee Ave, Monterey Ave for April 18, 2026 5K (unanimous)
• Approved Voucher Numbers 34166‑34197 (unanimous)
• Authorized Board to hold an Executive Session (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Pelham Manor Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several variance requests and a special permit. Items include a tennis‑dome expansion at 940 Wynnewood Road, a fence variance at 10 Elm Tree Lane, a second‑story addition at 1096 Grant Avenue, a special permit for a new house at 483 Manor Lane, and a use and area variance at 101 Secor Lane. The board will also review an existing use variance for 1315 Pelhamdale Avenue.

• 940 Wynnewood Road – variance for tennis dome replacement and expansion
• 10 Elm Tree Lane – variance to erect a front‑yard fence taller than four feet
• 1096 Grant Avenue – variance for a second‑story addition with a 4.6‑ft side‑yard setback
• 483 Manor Lane – special permit to construct a new 3,704‑sq‑ft house on a vacant lot
• 101 Secor Lane – use and area variances for demolition and new construction

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees is confirming several officer appointments, including a Deputy Mayor and Village Clerk, Treasurer, and other officials. It is adopting a resolution that fixes a $100,000 bond for the Treasurer and Village Manager. The board also designates J.P. Morgan Chase Bank as the village’s depository and names The Journal News as the official newspaper.

• Appointment of Bridget A. Bennett as Deputy Mayor
• Appointment of Lindsey M. Luft as Village Clerk and Registrar of Vital Statistics; Kyle M. Booth as Village Treasurer
• Resolution fixing a $100,000 bond for the Treasurer and Village Manager
• Resolution designating J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, Pelham as the village’s depository
• Resolution designating The Journal News as the official newspaper of the village

The Board of Trustees approved a series of appointments, including Deputy Mayors, Village Clerk, Registrar of Vital Statistics, Treasurer, and chairpersons of the Board of Appeals and Planning Board. It also fixed the village bond at $100,000, designated the Journal News as the official newspaper, and set the regular meeting dates. The next annual meeting was scheduled for December 7, 2026.

• Appointed Bridget A. Bennett, Trustee Owen‑Michaane, Trustee Case, and Trustee Winstead as successive Deputy Mayors (unanimous)
• Appointed Lindsey M. Luft as Village Clerk for two years (unanimous)
• Appointed Lindsey M. Luft as Registrar of Vital Statistics for two years (unanimous)
• Appointed Kyle M. Booth as Village Treasurer for two years (unanimous)
• Appointed Gregory Varone as Chairman of the Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Appointed William F. Taubner as Chairman of the Planning Board (unanimous)
• Fixed the Treasurer and Village Manager bond at $100,000 (unanimous)
• Designated the Journal News as the official village newspaper (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to review a proposed site plan amendment for the property located at 5 Canal Road.

• Proposed Site Plan Amendment for 5 Canal Road

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss a supplemental snow and ice agreement with the NYSDOT for the 2025/26 season. The meeting includes an award agreement for engineering services related to the Monroe Street Climate Resiliency Project and a review of October 2025 police and treasurer reports.

• Supplemental Snow & Ice Agreement with NYSDOT for the 25/26 season
• Engineering services award for Monroe Street Climate Resiliency Project CO2517
• Authorization for Mayor to sign vouchers 34135-34165
• Treasurer's report noting a total fund balance of $16,118,634.18
• Police report documenting 353 total incidents for October 2025

The Board approved the award of the Monroe Street Climate Resiliency Project (C02517) to AI Engineers, Dolph Rotfeld Engineering Division. It also authorized the Village Manager to sign a supplemental snow and ice reimbursement agreement with NYS DOT for the 2025/26 season. In addition, the Board approved the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes, the police and village treasurer reports, voucher numbers 34135‑34165, and authorized an executive session to discuss pending litigation and an employment matter. All resolutions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved November 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Police and Village Treasurer reports (unanimous)
• Authorized Village Manager to sign supplemental NYS DOT snow and ice agreement (unanimous)
• Awarded Monroe Street Climate Resiliency Project C02517 to AI Engineers, Dolph Rotfeld Engineering Division (unanimous)
• Approved Voucher Numbers 34135‑34165 (unanimous)
• Authorized Executive Session to discuss pending litigation and employment (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Pelham Manor Planning Board will open the meeting, consider the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting, and review a proposed site plan amendment for the property at 5 Canal Road. After discussion, the board will adjourn.

• Review Proposed Site Plan Amendment – 5 Canal Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a proposed site‑plan amendment for the Pelham Country Club tennis dome replacement and expansion at 940 Wynnewood Road. A separate site‑plan amendment for 661 Hillside LLC at 101 Secor Lane will also be considered. The meeting includes the usual opening and adjournment procedures.

• Pelham Country Club – Tennis Dome Replacement and Expansion (940 Wynnewood Road)
• 661 Hillside LLC – Site‑plan amendment (101 Secor Lane)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review contract awards for infrastructure repairs and sewer inspections. The meeting includes discussions on leaf collection modifications and a site plan amendment for 5 Canal Road.

• Contract award for Annual Infrastructure Repairs to Westmorland Construction Inc. for $729,975.00
• Contract award for Sanitary Sewer CCTV Inspections to Fred A. Cook Jr., Inc. for $77,625.00
• Sign application for Five Guys at Pelham Manor Shopping Plaza
• Site plan amendment for 5 Canal Road
• Discussion on potential modifications to leaf collection services

The Board approved the October 27, 2025 meeting minutes and the Fire and DPW reports. It awarded a $77,625 contract to Fred A. Cook Jr., Inc. for sanitary sewer CCTV inspections and a $729,975 contract to Westmoreland Construction Inc. for annual infrastructure repairs. The Five Guys sign application was approved, a site‑plan amendment for 5 Canal Road was referred to the Planning Board, voucher numbers 34104‑34134 were authorized, and the Mayor was authorized to enter an employment agreement with Lindsey M. Luft effective Jan 1 2026.

• Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Fire and DPW reports (unanimous)
• Awarded sanitary sewer CCTV inspections contract to Fred A. Cook Jr., Inc. for $77,625.00 (unanimous)
• Awarded annual infrastructure repairs contract to Westmoreland Construction Inc. for $729,975.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Five Guys sign application in the Pelham Manor Shopping Plaza (unanimous)
• Referred site‑plan amendment for 5 Canal Road to the Planning Board (unanimous)
• Authorized voucher numbers 34104‑34134 (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign employment agreement with Lindsey M. Luft effective Jan 1 2026 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Pelham Manor Planning Board will review a site plan amendment for the replacement and expansion of the tennis dome at Pelham Country Club. The board will consider the submitted engineering documents and respond to previous comments regarding zoning, lighting, and building codes.

• Review of Pelham Country Club – Tennis Dome Replacement and Expansion site plan
• Consideration of zoning requirements and setbacks for the project
• Review of lighting plans for the new path along the courts
• Discussion of building code compliance and special inspections
• Addressing comments from the Village Building & Zoning department

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review a request to close portions of Manor Lane and Siwanoy Place for a school parade. The meeting also includes authorizations for a STOP-DWI project agreement and the signing of voucher abstracts.

• Street closure of Manor Lane and Siwanoy Place on October 31 from 1:15 pm – 2:25 pm
• Inter-Municipal Agreement for STOP-DWI Project
• Abstract of Vouchers 34069-34103
• Proclamations for Mary Curto and Terry Martell

The Board unanimously approved the October 14 and September 15 meeting minutes, approved the Police and Village Treasurer reports, and approved a temporary street closure for Siwanoy Elementary School’s Halloween parade. It also unanimously authorized the Village Manager to sign an inter‑municipal agreement for the STOP‑DWI project and approved voucher numbers 34069‑34103.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Police and Village Treasurer reports (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Manor Lane and Siwanoy Place for Halloween parade (unanimous)
• Authorized Village Manager to sign inter‑municipal agreement for STOP‑DWI project (unanimous)
• Approved Voucher Numbers 34069‑34103 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Pelham Manor Board of Appeals will review several land‑use requests, including a use variance for a small personal service business at 1315 Pelhamdale Avenue and a special permit for a new 3,200‑square‑foot addition at 1375 Park Lane. It will also consider an enclosure request at 23 Sherwood Avenue and a special permit for a 534‑square‑foot addition at 1302 Roosevelt Avenue. An older variance to install an outdoor mini‑split unit at 949 Split Rock Road will be revisited, and the board will set a date for a combined November‑December meeting.

• 1375 Park Lane – special permit for a new 3,200 sq ft addition
• 1315 Pelhamdale Avenue – use variance for a small personal service profession
• 23 Sherwood Avenue – request to enclose existing covered entry at rear of residence
• 1302 Roosevelt Avenue – special permit for a new 534 sq ft addition
• 949 Split Rock Road – variance to install an outdoor mini‑split unit in side yard

The Board authorized itself to convene advice of counsel and approved the September 24, 2025 minutes. It approved a special permit for a 3,200‑square‑foot addition at 1375 Park Lane with a 3‑aye, 2‑absent vote. Applications for 1302 Roosevelt Avenue, 1315 Pelhamdale Avenue, and 949 Split Rock Road were each adjourned. The Board set a combined November‑December meeting for December 10, 2025.

• Authorized Board to convene advice of counsel (unanimous)
• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved special permit for 1375 Park Lane addition (3 Ayes, 2 absent)
• Adjourned application for 1302 Roosevelt Avenue
• Adjourned application for 1315 Pelhamdale Avenue
• Adjourned application for 949 Split Rock Road
• Set combined November‑December meeting date for December 10, 2025

Board of Trustees

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees will consider a request to close portions of Clay Avenue and Oak Lane on October 25, 2025 (rain date October 26) for a neighborhood block party. They will also vote on a resolution authorizing the mayor to sign an abstract of vouchers numbered 34019‑34068. The meeting includes fire and public works department reports and public comment.

• Consideration of street closure on Clay Avenue between Hudson St and Oak Lane, and Oak Lane between Clay Ave and Washington Ave, Oct 25 12:00‑8:00 pm (rain date Oct 26).
• Resolution authorizing the mayor to sign Abstract of Vouchers 34019‑34068.
• Fire Department report: 58 alarms, 1 structure fire causing $40,000 loss.
• DPW report: replaced 4 street lights, repaired 2 traffic lights, patched 10 sidewalks, leaf‑blower usage restrictions per Village Code Chapter 139.
• Community leaf collection begins Oct 15 and runs through Dec 15; curbside pickup for loose leaves only.

The Board approved the September 29, 2025 meeting minutes and the fire and Department of Public Works reports, both unanimously. It also unanimously approved a request by Stephanie Royce to close portions of Clay Avenue and Oak Lane on October 25, 2025 for a block party. Additionally, voucher numbers 34019‑34068 were approved and an executive session was authorized to discuss pending litigation and a personnel matter.

• Approved September 29, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved fire and DPW reports (unanimous)
• Approved street closure on Clay Avenue and Oak Lane for Oct 25 block party (unanimous)
• Approved Voucher Numbers 34019‑34068 (unanimous)
• Authorized executive session to discuss litigation and employment (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding Local Law #4 of 2025, which proposes to exempt the Village from liability for damages to private driveways. The Board will also review police reports for August 2025 and authorize payment vouchers.

• Public hearing on Local Law #4 of 2025 (Exemption from Liability for Damage to Driveways Law)
• Resolution to authorize Mayor to sign abstract of vouchers 33958-34018
• Police Department report for August 2025 documenting 391 total incidents
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation and employment

The Board unanimously approved the August police report. It also adopted Local Law 4 of 2025, adding new provisions for driveway apron materials and maintenance. Voucher numbers 33958‑34018 were approved, and the Board authorized an executive session to discuss pending litigation and an employment matter. No public comments were received.

• Approved August police report (unanimous)
• Adopted Local Law 4 of 2025 on driveway aprons (unanimous)
• Approved Voucher Numbers 33958-34018 (unanimous)
• Authorized Executive Session to discuss litigation and employment matter (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three applications. A variance is requested at 949 Split Rock Road to install an outdoor mini‑split unit in the side yard. A special permit is sought at 1375 Park Lane for a new 3,200‑square‑foot addition. A special permit is also sought at 454 Pelhamdale Avenue for a 600‑square‑foot detached garage.

• Variance – outdoor mini‑split unit at 949 Split Rock Road
• Special permit – 3,200 sq ft addition at 1375 Park Lane
• Special permit – 600 sq ft detached garage at 454 Pelhamdale Avenue

The Board of Appeals approved a special permit for a new 600‑square‑foot detached garage at 454 Pelhamdale Avenue, with conditions and a unanimous 5‑0 vote. It unanimously denied the special permit for a 3,200‑square‑foot addition at 1375 Park Lane. The variance request for an outdoor mini‑split at 949 Split Rock Road was adjourned pending additional information, also by unanimous vote.

• Granted special permit for 600‑sq‑ft garage at 454 Pelhamdale Ave (5‑0)
• Denied special permit for 3,200‑sq‑ft addition at 1375 Park Lane (unanimous)
• Adjourned variance for outdoor mini‑split at 949 Split Rock Rd pending info (unanimous)
• Approved June 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will introduce Local Law #4 of 2025, which exempts the village from liability for damage to private driveway aprons. A public hearing on this ordinance will be set. The Board will also vote on adopting the 2025 base property tax proportions, budget amendments for FY 2024‑2025, and an inter‑municipal mutual‑aid agreement with Westchester County. Additional items include authorizing the mayor to sign voucher abstracts and approving a park use request for a Harvest Festival at Weihman Park.

• Introduction and public hearing of Local Law #4 (Driveway Aprons) – exemption from liability
• Resolution to adopt 2025 Base Proportions (Homestead 80.187710%, Non‑Homestead 19.812290%)
• Resolution adopting budget amendments for FY 2024‑2025 (net change zero)
• Resolution authorizing Village Manager to sign inter‑municipal mutual‑aid agreement with Westchester County for police
• Resolution authorizing Mayor to sign abstract of vouchers numbers 33870‑33957

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the 2025 current base proportions for homestead and non‑homestead properties. It also adopted budget amendments for fiscal year 2024‑2025 and authorized the Village Manager to sign a police mutual‑aid agreement with Westchester County. A public hearing for Local Law 4 of 2025 was scheduled, and a park use request for a Harvest Festival was approved.

• Approved minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Fire, Treasurer and DPW reports (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Local Law 4 of 2025 on Sep 29 at 8:15 pm (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 current base proportions (unanimous)
• Adopted operating budget amendments for FY 2024‑2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized Village Manager to sign inter‑municipal police mutual‑aid agreement (unanimous)
• Approved use of Weihman Park for Harvest Festival Oct 18‑19 (unanimous)
• Approved voucher numbers 33870‑33957 (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider a resolution to adopt an updated procurement policy. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of two new firefighters and requests for park use and street closures.

• Resolution to adopt updated procurement policy
• Request to use Shore Park for Rosh Hashanah service on September 23, 2025
• Street closing request for Secor Lane on September 6, 2025
• Street closing request for Manor Lane on September 1, 2025
• Street closing request for BonMar Rd. on September 21, 2025

The Board voted unanimously to adopt the Village's updated procurement policy with modest revisions. It also approved the use of Shore Park for a Rosh Hashanah service, approved several street‑closing requests for community events, and approved voucher numbers 33769‑33869. The minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting were approved, and the Board authorized an executive session to discuss pending litigation and a personnel matter.

• Adopted updated Procurement Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Shore Park use for Rosh Hashanah service (unanimous)
• Approved street closures on Secor Lane, Manor Lane, and BonMar Road (unanimous)
• Approved Voucher Numbers 33769‑33869 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 21, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Authorized Executive Session to discuss pending litigation and employment (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board is reviewing a parking study for the District Shops of Pelham Manor at 4767-4787 Boston Post Road. The proposal includes reoccupying three vacant spaces for a wellness center, a fast casual restaurant, and a Dunkin Donuts expansion. To manage projected peak demand, the applicant proposes reconfiguring parking to 94 spaces and implementing a Friday and Saturday evening valet operation.

• Proposed expansion of Dunkin Donuts into a 1,543 square foot space
• Proposed wellness center in a 1,179 square foot space
• Proposed fast casual restaurant in a 2,493 square foot space
• Reduction of total parking from 100 to 94 striped spaces
• Proposed transition from one-way to two-way internal drive aisles

The Board unanimously approved the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes and the combined Police, Fire, Treasurer, Manager/Clerk and Public Works reports. Trustees Bennett and Owen-Michaane abstained from the minutes vote. The Board granted the site‑plan amendment for 4767‑4787 Boston Post Rd, allowing facade renovation, parking changes, valet service and storm‑water improvements. Mayor Monachino Lapey swore in Geoffrey Fiorito as the new Fire Captain.

• Approved June 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous; Trustees Bennett and Owen-Michaane abstained)
• Approved Police, Fire, Treasurer, Manager/Clerk and DPW reports (unanimous)
• Granted site‑plan amendment for 4767‑4787 Boston Post Rd (facade renovation, parking reduction to 94 spaces, valet service, storm‑water upgrades)
• Swore in Geoffrey Fiorito as Fire Captain (by Mayor Monachino Lapey)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a proposed site plan amendment for 661 Hillside LLC at 101 Secor Lane. The proposal includes demolishing a ground-level retail space and loading dock to add second-floor office space and ground-level parking.

• Proposed demolition of ground level retail space and loading dock at 101 Secor Lane
• Proposed addition of second floor office space
• Proposed construction of ground level parking and loading dock
• Proposed increase in total building area from 27,461 s.f. to 38,163 s.f.
• Proposed parking layout featuring 55 spaces (42 conforming and 13 non-conforming)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will consider variance requests for property modifications and a time extension. The meeting includes reviews of setbacks and lot coverage for three specific addresses.

• 667 Esplanade: request for a 90-day extension
• 610 Esplanade: variance for a new deck within the side yard setback on a lot exceeding lot coverage
• 989 Split Rock Road: variance to expand second story height within the side yard setback

The Board approved the May 28, 2025 minutes and a 90‑day extension for a swimming‑pool special permit at 667 Esplanade. It granted area variances for a deck at 610 Esplanade and for a second‑story height increase at 989 Split Rock Road, each with unanimous aye votes. The next Board of Appeals meeting was set for August 13, 2025.

• Approved May 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 90‑day extension for 667 Esplanade swimming‑pool special permit (unanimous)
• Granted area variance for 610 Esplanade deck addition (5‑aye)
• Granted area variance for 989 Split Rock Road second‑story height expansion (5‑aye)
• Scheduled next Board meeting for August 13, 2025 (motion passed)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will swear in a new police detective and honor two Eagle Scouts. The body will also review department reports and consider requests for the use of Shore Park.

• Appointment of Robert Vogel as Police Detective
• Proclamations honoring Eagle Scouts Paul McLaughlin and Gregory McFarland
• Requests to use Shore Park for events by Lusi Bruno and lram Majeed
• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign voucher numbers 33652-33727
• Discussion of new municipal website requirements and pelhammanor.gov update

The Board swore in Robert Vogel as a Police Detective. It approved the June 9, 2025 meeting minutes, the Police, Treasurer and DPW reports, and authorized the mayor to sign vouchers 33652‑33727. The Board also set summer meeting dates, approved Shore Park event requests, and approved the listed vouchers.

• Swore in Robert Vogel as Police Detective (unanimous)
• Approved June 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Police, Treasurer, and DPW reports and technology update (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers numbers 33652‑33727 (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to sign abstract of vouchers 33652‑33727 (unanimous)
• Approved Shore Park event requests (unanimous)
• Approved summer Board of Trustees meeting dates July 21 and August 11 (unanimous)
• Authorized Executive Session to discuss pending litigation and employment matter (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider awarding a contract to Wind River Environmental, LLC for the cleaning of 365 village-owned catch basins. The meeting also includes a review of May 2025 fire department activities and a request for a private event at Shore Park.

• Proposed contract award to Wind River Environmental, LLC for 2025 catch basin cleaning in the amount of $42,568
• Shore Park use request from Alyssa Mayo and Alexander Bertha for a birthday party on June 20, 2025
• Authorization for Mayor to sign voucher numbers 33616-33651
• Fire Department report for May 2025 detailing 48 alarms and calls for assistance
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 regular meeting and the fire department’s monthly report. It awarded the 2025 catch basin cleaning contract to Wind River Environmental, LLC for forty-two thousand five hundred sixty‑eight dollars, with an option to extend through 2026. The Board also granted Shore Park use to Alyssa Mayo and Alexander Bertha on June 20, 2025 (rain date June 22), approved voucher numbers 33616‑33651, and authorized an executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Approved May 27, 2025 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Department monthly report (unanimous)
• Awarded catch basin cleaning contract to Wind River Environmental, LLC for forty-two thousand five hundred sixty‑eight dollars (unanimous)
• Granted Shore Park use to Alyssa Mayo and Alexander Bertha on June 20, 2025 (rain date June 22) (unanimous)
• Approved voucher numbers 33616‑33651 (unanimous)
• Authorized executive session to discuss pending litigation (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Pelham Manor Zoning Board of Appeals will open its May 28, 2025 meeting by approving minutes from January 29 and April 23, 2025. Five public hearings are scheduled for variance requests at properties on Esplanade, Split Rock Road, Highland Avenue, Oak Lane, and another Split Rock Road address.

• 610 Esplanade — variance to add a new deck within the side yard setback on a lot exceeding lot coverage
• 989 Split Rock Road — variance to expand the second story height within the side yard setback
• 953 Highland Avenue — variance to rebuild a garage in the rear of a nonconforming lot (45% coverage vs. 40% permitted)
• 15 Oak Lane — variance to construct a new addition in the side yard of a nonconforming lot (6.6' setback vs. 10' required)
• 953 Split Rock Road — variance to construct a deck in the rear yard of a nonconforming lot (66% coverage vs. 45% permitted)

The Board approved the January 29 and April 23, 2025 meeting minutes, with the former approved after one abstention and the latter unanimously approved. A public hearing was held and closed for the variance application at 610 Esplanade, and similarly for 989 Split Rock Road, with no public comments received. The Board voted unanimously to grant an area variance allowing a new garage at 953 Highland Avenue, reducing lot coverage and rear‑yard setback violations. No decision was recorded for the variance request at 15 Oak Lane.

• Approved January 29, 2025 minutes (abstention by Sylvia Rowe)
• Approved April 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Granted area variance for garage at 953 Highland Avenue (5‑0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to review a proposed site plan amendment for the District Shops of Pelham Manor. The application was submitted by Regency Centers Corp.

• Proposed site plan amendment for Regency Centers Corp at 4767-4787 Boston Post Road
• Proposal includes 94 proposed parking spaces

Board of Trustees

The Board is reviewing permit documents for the installation of a Tesla EV charging site at 847 Pelham Parkway. The project involves installing charging units, utility equipment, and modifying existing parking stalls.

• Installation of 3 Tesla pre-assembled supercharger units
• Installation of 1 pad mounted utility transformer and 1 utility manhole
• Installation of 2 light poles and 2 waste management bins
• Modification of 13 existing parking stalls to create 12 Tesla stalls
• Project located at 847 Pelham Pkwy (Post Road Plaza)

The Board approved the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting and ratified the Treasurer and DPW reports. It unanimously approved the site‑plan amendment for Tesla electric‑vehicle charging stations at Post Road Plaza and referred a separate amendment for 661 Hillside LLC to the Planning Board. The Board also authorized a five‑year extension of the NYS DOT snow‑and‑ice agreement, approved supplemental snow‑and‑ice agreements, granted park and street‑closure permits, and adopted salary adjustments effective June 1, 2025.

• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (abstention: Trustee McLaughlin)
• Approved Village Treasurer and DPW reports (unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan Amendment for Post Road Plaza Tesla EV Charging Stations (unanimous)
• Referred Site Plan Amendment for 661 Hillside LLC – 101 Secor Lane to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Approved five‑year extension of NYS DOT Snow & Ice Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved supplemental Snow & Ice Agreements for 2021/2022‑2024/2025 seasons (unanimous)
• Granted permission to Matthew Murphy to use Shore Park on Sep 13‑14, 2025 (unanimous)
• Granted street‑closure permits for Joanna McCormick (Bolton Rd) and Lindsay Anderson (Carol Place) (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider resolutions to award bids for the Highbrook Avenue Stormwater Project (authorized $1.6M in the 2025-2026 budget) and for street sweeping services. They will also review police and fire department reports for April 2025, vote on several Shore Park and Weihman Park use requests, and decide on a block party street closure on Townsend Avenue. An executive session is planned to discuss pending litigation and the employment of particular persons.

• Consider resolution to award bid for Highbrook Avenue Stormwater Project (authorized $1.6M)
• Consider resolution to award street sweeping services
• Police report: 307 incidents in April 2025, including 36 aided cases, 19 auto accidents, 12 larcenies
• Fire report: 59 alarms, 1 structure fire ($700 loss), 3 motor vehicle fires ($200,000 loss)
• Vote on park use requests (picnics, birthday party) and a street closure for a block party on Townsend Avenue between Plymouth and Peace streets

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider a resolution to declare five vehicles surplus and authorize their sale, with three already receiving bids totaling $10,600. They will also decide on a request from resident Mike Greco to use Shore Park for a family outing on June 15. Other business includes proclamations for an Eagle Scout and a possible executive session to discuss collective bargaining.

• Resolution to sell surplus equipment: 2003 International 7300 ($4,100), 2001 Bombardier SW48 ($3,300), 2010 Chevy Tahoe ($3,200), 2003 Jeep Liberty ($290), and scrap 2002 Raytech RC8000 and 1984 Bombardier
• Shore Park request by Mike Greco (470 Carol Place) for a family outing on Sunday, June 15, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
• Proclamations honoring Eagle Scout Matthew Johnson
• Possible executive session to discuss employment of particular person(s) – collective bargaining
• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign Abstract of Vouchers (numbers 33504-33549)

The Board approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meetings and accepted the Fire, Village Treasurer and DPW reports. It authorized the sale of six surplus pieces of equipment to the highest bidders and the scrapping of two unsold items. The Board also granted Shore Park use on June 15, 2025, approved voucher numbers 33504‑33549, and authorized the Village Manager to sign a memorandum with the Pelham Manor Professional Firefighters. An executive session was held with no action taken.

• Approved minutes from the April 14, 2025 meetings (no vote count recorded)
• Approved Fire, Village Treasurer and DPW reports (no vote count recorded)
• Authorized sale of six surplus items to highest bidders (unanimous)
• Authorized scrapping of two unsold items (unanimous)
• Granted permission for Michael Greco to use Shore Park on June 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Voucher Numbers 33504‑33549 (unanimous)
• Authorized Village Manager to sign Memorandum of Agreement with Pelham Manor Professional Firefighters (unanimous)
• Executive session held; no action taken (no vote)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Pelham Manor Zoning Board of Appeals will consider multiple variance applications for properties on nonconforming lots. New business includes three requests: a garage rebuild at 953 Highland Avenue, an addition at 15 Oak Lane, and a deck at 953 Split Rock Road. Old business lists five additional variance and special permit requests (667 Esplanade, 428 Wolfs Lane, 877 James Street, 424 Stellar Avenue, 658 Wolfs Lane), with possible action deferred pending legal advice.

• 953 Highland Avenue – variance to rebuild garage on nonconforming lot (45% lot coverage vs 40% permitted)
• 15 Oak Lane – variance for addition in rear yard (side yard setback 6.6 ft vs 10 ft required)
• 953 Split Rock Road – variance to construct deck on nonconforming lot (66% lot coverage vs 45% permitted)
• 428 Wolfs Lane – variance for addition and porch in front yard (side yard setback 9.75 ft vs 10 ft required)
• 877 James Street – variance to expand deck and add on-grade patio (side yard setback 6 ft vs 10 ft required)

The Board unanimously approved the March 26, 2025 meeting minutes. It opened and closed public hearings for variance applications at 953 Highland Avenue, 15 Oak Lane, and 953 Split Rock Road. After reviewing a special‑permit application for an in‑ground swimming pool at 667 Esplanade, the Board granted the permit with several conditions regarding mechanical equipment placement, fencing, and plan modifications.

• Approved March 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for 953 Highland Avenue (motion passed)
• Closed public hearing for 953 Highland Avenue (motion passed)
• Opened public hearing for 15 Oak Lane (motion passed)
• Closed public hearing for 15 Oak Lane (motion passed)
• Opened public hearing for 953 Split Rock Road (motion passed)
• Closed public hearing for 953 Split Rock Road (motion passed)
• Granted special permit for in‑ground swimming pool at 667 Esplanade, subject to conditions

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct a public hearing and vote on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and tax levy. The meeting also includes reviews of police and clerk activity reports and requests for park and street use.

• Public hearing and resolution for the 2025-2026 Budget and Tax Levy totaling $15,064,352
• Proposed tax rates of $5.7738 per $1,000 assessed valuation for Homestead and $8.4007 for Non-Homestead properties
• Shore Park use requests for Siwanoy Pack 4 Cub Scouts (June 11) and Siwanoy Dad’s Club BBQ (June 12)
• Street closing request for a block party on Stellar Avenue on June 7, 2025
• Proclamation honoring Hiltrud A. Scott on her 100th birthday

The Board approved the minutes from the March 24 regular meeting and the April 7 annual meeting. It adopted the 2025‑2026 budget, setting the tax rate at $5.7738 per $1,000 for homestead properties and $8.4007 per $1,000 for non‑homestead properties, and authorized the Mayor to sign the tax warrant for a total of $15,064,352. The Board also approved the police and village clerk reports, granted use of Shore Park for two community events, allowed the closure of Stellar Avenue for a block party, approved vouchers #33445‑33503, and authorized an executive session on pending litigation.

• Approved March 24 and April 7 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Approved Police and Village Clerk reports (unanimously)
• Adopted 2025‑2026 budget and tax levy with rates $5.7738 (homestead) and $8.4007 (non‑homestead)
• Authorized Mayor to sign tax warrant for $15,064,352
• Approved Shore Park use for Siwanoy Pack Cub Scouts (June 11) and Siwanoy Dads’ Club BBQ (June 12, rain date June 18) (unanimously)
• Approved closure of Stellar Avenue for Block Party on June 7 (rain date June 8) (unanimously)
• Approved vouchers numbers 33445‑33503 (unanimously)
• Authorized executive session to discuss pending litigation (unanimously)

Board of Trustees

This is the annual organizational meeting of the Pelham Manor Board of Trustees. The board will vote on a series of routine appointments, including a line of four deputy mayors, the village clerk and treasurer, and board and commission chairs. It will also authorize a $34,000 contract for the annual audit and designate the village's official bank and newspaper.

• Appointment of trustees Bennett, Owen-Michaane, Case, and McLaughlin as deputy mayors in a succession order
• Appointment of Lindsey M. Luft as Village Clerk and Registrar of Vital Statistics for two years
• Appointment of Kyle Booth as Village Treasurer for two years
• Resolution fixing a $100,000 bond for the Treasurer and Village Manager
• Resolution appointing O'Connor Davies to audit village accounts at a fee not exceeding $34,000

Board of Trustees

The Village Manager submitted a structurally balanced tentative budget for the fiscal year June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026. The proposal complies with the New York State Tax Cap and includes a plan for capital projects funded by unassigned fund balance.

• Proposed real estate levy increase of 2.56%
• Total General Fund appropriations of $20,623,764
• Appropriation of $2,404,000 from unassigned fund balance
• Proposed Police Department budget of $5,170,844
• Proposed General Government Support budget of $1,871,612

The Board unanimously approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes and the Police and Village Treasurer reports. It set the public hearing for the 2025‑2026 budget on April 14, 2025, and approved a site‑plan amendment for 4784 Boston Post Road. The Board also resolved to join a joint representation in the Con Edison rate case at a cost not to exceed $5,000, authorized vouchers 33375‑33444, and called an executive session on pending litigation.

• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Police and Village Treasurer reports (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for 2025‑2026 budget on April 14, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved participation in joint representation for Con Edison rate case, cost ≤ $5,000 (unanimous)
• Approved site‑plan amendment for 4784 Boston Post Road (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers numbers 33375‑33444 (unanimous)
• Authorized executive session to discuss pending litigation (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to review a proposed site plan amendment. The discussion focuses on a specific accessibility improvement for a local property.

• Site plan amendment for ADA ramp at 4784 Boston Post Road (Garthchester Realty)

Board of Trustees

The Department of Public Works provided updates on stormwater management across three watersheds and general maintenance activities. The report details ongoing coordination with state and county agencies regarding flood mitigation and infrastructure repairs.

• Application for $500,000 from NYS Senator Nathalia Fernandez for a municipal campus stormwater bioretention system
• Coordination of the Highbrook Avenue stormwater project with AI Engineers and Veolia
• Submission of a Flood Mitigation Application for sanitary sewer interference under the Glover Field Complex
• Street sweeper scheduled for March 13 and 14
• Spring curbside leaf collection beginning March 15

The Board of Trustees unanimously adopted Local Law 1 of 2025, which updates permitted uses in the Retail District to make stores more attractive post-Covid. The Board also approved a resolution authorizing a $300,000 capital project for a right-turn lane from Route 1 onto Pelham Parkway, with state funding to reimburse the village. Additionally, the Board approved the minutes from February 24, 2025, the Fire and DPW reports, a request to use Shore Park for a school picnic, and vouchers 33342-33374. An executive session was held to discuss employment, with no action taken.

• Adopted Local Law 1 of 2025 (retail district zoning amendments) unanimously.
• Approved resolution authorizing Route 1 right turn lane onto Pelham Parkway, appropriating $300,000 from the General Fund.
• Approved minutes from the February 24, 2025 regular meeting.
• Approved Fire and DPW monthly reports.
• Granted Montessori School of Pelham permission to use Shore Park on June 4, 2025 (rain date June 5) for their End of Year Picnic.
• Approved vouchers 33342-33374.
• Authorized executive session to discuss employment of particular person(s); no action taken.

Planning Board

The Pelham Manor Planning Board will discuss three site plan amendments: an ADA ramp at 4784 Boston Post Road, Tesla electric vehicle charging stations at Post Road Plaza, and a Regency Centers Corp. amendment for 4767-4787 Boston Post Road. Supporting documents have been submitted for each item. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Proposed site plan amendment for ADA ramp at 4784 Boston Post Road
• Tesla electric vehicle charging stations at Post Road Plaza
• Regency Centers Corp. site plan amendment for 4767-4787 Boston Post Road
• Supporting documents and revisions submitted for each proposal
• Adjournment of meeting

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will introduce Local Law 1 of 2025, amending permitted uses in the Retail Districts zone, and set a public hearing for March 10, 2025. They will also appoint Silvia Rowe to the Zoning Board of Appeals, receive monthly reports from the Fire, Police, and Treasurer departments, and may enter executive session for pending litigation. A proclamation honoring musician Felix Cavaliere is on the agenda.

• Appointment of Silvia Rowe to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Introduction of Local Law 1 of 2025 – Retail District Zoning Amendments, with public hearing set for March 10
• Proclamation honoring Felix Cavaliere, former Pelham Manor resident and Rascals member
• Fire Department report: 52 alarms in January, including a structure fire with $10,000 in damages
• Village Treasurer reports fund balance of $11,801,323.15 as of January 31, 2025

The Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Sylvia Rowe to the Zoning Board of Appeals, filling the vacancy left by Kathy Connors Soderberg's retirement. The board also set a public hearing for March 10, 2025, on Local Law 1 of 2025, which would amend retail district zoning at the Four Corners to allow uses like a coffee shop and wellness center. The minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting were approved, as were the Fire, Police, and Village Treasurer's reports and vouchers 33289-33341. The board entered executive session to discuss pending litigation but took no action.

• Appointed Sylvia Rowe to the Zoning Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Local Law 1 of 2025 on March 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Fire, Police, and Village Treasurer's reports (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers 33289-33341 (unanimous)
• Authorized executive session for pending litigation (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review proposed site plan amendments for the shopping center located at 4767-4787 Boston Post Road. This includes a specific review of Tesla electric vehicle charging stations at Post Road Plaza.

• Site plan amendment for Tesla Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Post Road Plaza
• Proposed site plan amendment for Regency Centers Corp. at 4767-4787 Boston Post Road

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider a site plan amendment for a new ADA concrete ramp at 4784 Boston Post Road. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of a new Police Lieutenant and a review of Department of Public Works activities.

• Site plan amendment for ADA ramp at 4784 Boston Post Road (Biltmore Apartments)
• Swearing-in of Andrew Leal as Police Lieutenant
• Authorization for Mayor to sign voucher numbers 33249-33288
• DPW report on Highbrook Avenue stormwater project design
• DPW report on January 2025 refuse and recycling recovery rates

The Board of Trustees swore in Andrew Leal as Police Lieutenant, approved the January 27, 2025 meeting minutes (with two abstentions), and approved the DPW report. The Board forwarded a site plan amendment for an ADA ramp at 4784 Boston Post Road to the Planning Board for review, and approved vouchers 33249-33288. No action was taken in executive session.

• Swore in Andrew Leal as Police Lieutenant
• Approved minutes from January 27, 2025 meeting (Trustee Bennett and Owen-Michaane abstained)
• Approved DPW report (unanimous)
• Forwarded site plan amendment for 4784 Boston Post Road to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers 33249-33288
• Authorized executive session for employment discussion; no action taken

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Pelham Manor Zoning Board of Appeals meets on January 29, 2025, to consider several variance and special permit applications. Items include a special permit for an addition at 150 Townsend Avenue, multiple variance requests at 667 Esplanade, and extension requests for prior approvals at three other properties.

• 150 Townsend Avenue – special permit for addition over 500 sq ft on non-conforming lot
• 667 Esplanade – special permit for pool, use variance for accessory building, variance for deck
• 150 Jackson Avenue – 90-day extension for driveway relocation variance
• 475 Wolfs Lane – 90-day extension for deck construction variance
• 425 Manor Ridge Road – additional 90-day extension for home addition variance

The Pelham Manor Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance and special permit for Brian and Mrs. Caufield's addition at 150 Townsend Avenue, allowing an extension on a non-conforming lot. The board also approved three 90-day extensions for projects at 150 Jackson Avenue, 475 Wolfs Lane, and 425 Manor Ridge Road. The application for the Middleton property at 667 Esplanade was adjourned to February 26, 2025, for further review, including a use variance. The board also noted the resignation of Building Inspector Max Dao and the appointment of Emma Pennella as his replacement.

• Approved variance for addition on non-conforming lot at 150 Townsend Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for addition over 500 sq ft at 150 Townsend Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved 90-day extension for 150 Jackson Avenue driveway relocation (unanimous)
• Approved 90-day extension for 475 Wolfs Lane deck (unanimous)
• Approved 90-day extension for 425 Manor Ridge Road (unanimous)
• Adjourned Middleton application at 667 Esplanade to Feb 26, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is reviewing a site plan application for the District Shops of Pelham Manor at 4767-4787 Boston Post Road, submitted by Regency Centers. The agenda includes a site plan checklist, environmental assessment forms, and architectural drawings. A separate application for a property owned by Levin Management at 975 Route 22 West is also included. The board is deciding whether to approve the site plan.

• Site plan application for District Shops of Pelham Manor (4767-4787 Boston Post Road) by Regency Centers
• Short Environmental Assessment Form indicates potential historic/archaeological sites and a remediation site on the property
• Site plan drawing set includes grading, utilities, landscaping, and exterior renderings
• Separate site plan checklist for Levin Management property at 975 Route 22 West (Block 1, Lot 1, Map 166.43)
• Applicant list includes architect Studio Architecture, engineer JMC, and attorney Cuddy & Fedder

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees approved a contract with National Solar Technologies to install roof-mounted solar panels on Village Hall for $86,077.38. The board also approved a site plan amendment for Michael's at 847 Post Road Plaza, forwarded two other site plan amendments to the Planning Board, and granted conditional approval for the Project Community Annual Color Run. All votes were unanimous among present members, with Trustees Bennett and Owen-Michaane abstaining due to absence.

• Approved contract with National Solar Technologies for roof-mounted solar panels on Village Hall ($86,077.38)
• Approved site plan amendment for Michael's at 847 Post Road Plaza
• Forwarded site plan amendments for Tesla charging stations at Post Road Plaza and Regency Centers Corp. to Planning Board
• Granted conditional approval for Project Community Annual Color Run on May 18, 2025
• Approved vouchers 33176-33248
• Approved minutes from January 13, 2025 meeting
• Approved Police and Village Treasurer's reports
• Authorized executive session on personnel matter

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider a site plan amendment for the Post Road Plaza shopping center (Michaels store) at 847 Pelham Parkway, vote on a resolution to authorize the mayor to sign an abstract of vouchers (numbers 33135–33175), and may enter executive session to discuss the employment of a particular person. Department reports from Fire, Village Clerk, and Public Works will also be presented.

• Site plan amendment for Post Road Plaza (Michaels Store 9156) at 847 Pelham Parkway
• Resolution authorizing mayor to sign abstract of vouchers #33135–33175
• Executive session to discuss employment of a particular person(s)
• Fire Department reported 78 alarms in December, including two motor vehicle fires with $50,000 in losses
• DPW received award notification for WQIP grant application for bioretention rain gardens on Esplanade/Ely

The Pelham Manor Board of Trustees unanimously approved the December 16, 2024 meeting minutes, the Fire, Village Clerk, and DPW reports, and vouchers 33135-33175. They also referred a proposed site plan amendment for Michael's at Post Road Plaza (847 Pelham Parkway) to the Planning Board for review. No public comments were made, and an executive session was held with no action taken.

• Approved minutes from December 16, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Fire, Village Clerk, and DPW reports (unanimous)
• Referred site plan amendment for Post Road Plaza - 847 Pelham Parkway to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers 33135-33175 (unanimous)
• Authorized executive session to discuss employment of particular person(s) (unanimous)