Sleepy Hollow public meetings in 2025

Planning Board

The Sleepy Hollow Planning Board will hold continued public hearings on several site‑plan and architectural review applications, including a pool at 274 Kelbourne Avenue and a mixed‑use building at 72 Beekman Avenue. The board will also discuss a Phase III waterfront open‑space project and wetlands permit for the Edge‑on‑Hudson Riverfront Development, as well as change‑of‑use proposals for a nurses residence at 1 Phelps Lane and a building at 144 Cortlandt Street. Minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting will be considered for approval.

• Joseph & Devin Bandelli – proposed pool site plan approval, 274 Kelbourne Avenue
• Pokahoe Riverview Manor, LLC – amended site plan for single‑family residence, 17 Pokahoe Drive
• Lighthouse Landing Communities, LLC – Phase III waterfront open‑space site plan & wetlands watercourse permit, Edge‑on‑Hudson Riverfront Development
• 72 Beekman Avenue Enterprises, LLC – amended mixed‑use building site plan, 72 Beekman Avenue
• Phelps Hospital / Northwell Health – change of use for nurses residence building, 1 Phelps Lane

Board of Trustees

The Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees will consider three appointments: police officers, fire wardens actions, and a zoning board member. The meeting also includes presentations on the Revolutionary Westchester 250 event, downtown revitalization, Edge-on-Hudson, and the transportation committee. Additionally, the board will discuss the building department fine schedule and a prisoner transport inter‑municipal agreement.

• Appoint Police Officers
• Approve Actions of the Fire Wardens
• Mayor’s Appointment of Zoning Board Member
• Presentation: Downtown Revitalization
• Discussion: Building Department Fine Schedule

The Board moved into a special session and later returned to regular order, both actions approved unanimously. It approved resolutions confirming the Mayor’s appointments of Christopher Allison and Steven Dietrich as police officers, each passing 7‑0. The Board also approved a resolution confirming the actions of the Fire Department, passing 7‑0.

• Moved into special session (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Christopher Allison as police officer (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Steven Dietrich as police officer (7-0)
• Approved resolution confirming Fire Department actions (7-0)
• Moved out of special session (unanimous)

Local Development Corporation

The Local Development Corporation will meet to designate board positions and acknowledge a resignation. The body will also review a report from consultant Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC.

• Designation of board positions
• Acknowledgement of resignation
• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of resolutions
• Consultant report from Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation board approved the November 17, 2025 meeting minutes and authorized expenditures totaling $693,581.44. Interim officers were appointed—Benjamin Sirota as Chair, Erica Schmidt as Vice Chair, Ben Sklar as Treasurer, and Rod Salguero as Secretary—effective until the March annual meeting. The board also entered and later exited an executive session, with no other actions taken.

• Approved November 17, 2025 minutes (motion by Connell, seconded by Schmidt) – motion carried
• Approved expenditures of $693,581.44 (motion by Connell, seconded by Sklar) – motion carried
• Appointed Benjamin Sirota as interim Chair (until March) – effective immediately
• Appointed Erica Schmidt as interim Vice Chair (until March) – effective immediately
• Appointed Ben Sklar as interim Treasurer (until March) – effective immediately
• Appointed Rod Salguero as interim Secretary (until March) – effective immediately
• Entered executive session to discuss legal issues (motion by Sklar, seconded by Schmidt) – motion carried
• Exited executive session (motion by Chair Sirota, seconded by Schmidt) – motion carried

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a continued public hearing regarding the Police Commissioner. Trustees are scheduled to vote on a zoning proposal and a local law concerning vacant storefronts. The meeting also includes the potential re-appointment of Alex Chambers to the Library Board.

• Public hearing: Police Commissioner
• R4: Local Law related to Vacant Store Fronts
• R5: Zoning Proposal
• R1: Suspension of Metered Parking
• Re-appointment of Alex Chambers to the Library Board

The Board approved payment of $3,175,056.72 in warrants, authorizing Treasurer Glaze to pay the invoices. The Board approved the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting, noting only minor typographical changes. The public hearing on the Police Commissioner position was postponed to January 13, 2026, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:01 p.m.

• Approved payment of $3,175,056.72 in warrants (motion carried)
• Approved November 18, 2025 minutes as submitted (motion carried)
• Postponed Police Commissioner public hearing to Jan 13 2026 (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:01 p.m. (motion carried)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on a Local Law to establish a Commissioner of Police position. It will also consider resolutions to accept new members of the Sleepy Hollow Ambulance Corps and to approve recent Fire Wardens membership changes. Finally, the Board will adopt Local Law No. 8, creating a Vacant Building and Storefront Registry under Chapter 420 of the village code.

• Public hearing on the Local Law creating the Commissioner of Police position
• Resolution to accept new members of the Sleepy Hollow Ambulance Corps
• Resolution approving recent membership changes for the Village Fire Wardens
• Adoption of Local Law No. 8 establishing a Vacant Building and Storefront Registry (Chapter 420)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold an organizational meeting to adopt procedural resolutions, approve the official newspaper, and designate the village’s official depository banks. It will also consider appointments of village officials and the mayor’s selections. All items are referenced in the agenda attachments.

• Official Newspapers/Publications – Gannett
• Official Depository of Funds – Tompkins Mahopac Bank, Webster Bank, M&T Bank, Connect One Bank, NYCLASS
• Appointment of Village Officials (see attached)
• Mayor’s Appointments (see attached)
• Operational & Procedural Resolutions (see attached)

The Board of Trustees approved a set of operational resolutions, including adopting the Rules of Procedure. It established the regular meeting calendar for 2026 and procedures for work sessions, executive sessions, and emergency meetings. The Board also set policies for member removal, budget adoption, asset capitalization, and budget transfers. All motions passed with unanimous "All Aye" votes.

• Adopt Rules of Procedure (All Aye)
• Set regular board meetings: Dec 9, 2025 and second Tuesday each month starting Jan 2026 (All Aye)
• Allow official Village meetings, including executive sessions, to be held during work sessions (All Aye)
• Require majority Board approval for Mayor‑called executive sessions and confirm decisions in a public vote (All Aye)
• Permit emergency meetings with 24‑hour notice by the Mayor (All Aye)
• Authorize removal of board members absent three or more regular sessions, subject to Mayor declaration and Board majority confirmation (All Aye)
• Continue $5,000 capitalization threshold for fixed assets and require straight‑line depreciation (All Aye)
• Allow the Treasurer to make intra‑department budget transfers, with Board approval required for inter‑department transfers (All Aye)

Planning Board

The Sleepy Hollow Planning Board will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider several site plan and architectural review applications. Items include amended site plan approvals for residential and mixed‑use projects, a public hearing on a waterfront open‑space development, and a discussion of a proposed self‑storage facility. The board will also receive a preliminary presentation from Phelps Hospital / Northwell Health on a nurses residential building. Minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting will be approved.

• 188 Wyatt, LLC – amended site plan approval for 188 Cortlandt Street (draft resolution).
• Lighthouse Landing Communities, LLC – public hearing on Phase III waterfront open space, Edge‑on‑Hudson Riverfront Development (site plan & wetlands watercourse permit).
• KWD Realty LLC – discussion of proposed four‑story self‑storage facility at 309‑315 North Broadway (site plan & architectural review).
• Phelps Hospital / Northwell Health – preliminary presentation on proposed change of use for a nurses residential building at 1 Phelps Lane (site plan & architectural review).
• Russel Rodriguez, Main/Broadway, LLC – public hearing on proposed single‑family residence at 467 ½ Munroe Avenue (site plan & architectural review).

The Planning Board approved the amended site plan for 188 Wyatt, LLC at 188 Cortlandt Street and the site plan for John Mancebo at 278 Harwood Avenue, each by a 6‑0 vote. The Board voted to continue public hearings for the pool at 274 Kelbourne Avenue, the mixed‑use project at 72 Beekman Avenue, the single‑family residence at 17 Pokahoe Drive, the residence at 467 ½ Munroe Avenue, and the Phase III waterfront open‑space project, all to be reconsidered on Dec 18, 2025. Each continuation motion passed unanimously (6‑0 or 5‑0 as recorded).

• Approved 188 Wyatt, LLC site plan (6‑0)
• Approved John Mancebo site plan (6‑0)
• Continued 274 Kelbourne Ave pool hearing to Dec 18 (6‑0)
• Continued 72 Beekman Ave mixed‑use hearing to Dec 18 (6‑0)
• Continued 17 Pokahoe Drive single‑family hearing to Dec 18 (6‑0)
• Continued 467 ½ Munroe Ave residence hearing to Dec 18 (5‑0)
• Continued Lighthouse Landing Phase III waterfront hearing to Dec 18 (6‑0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a proposed six-foot fence at 41 Amos Street and discuss a four-story self-storage building at 309-315 North Broadway. The meeting will also include the approval of the October 15, 2025 minutes.

• Public hearing: Proposed 6-foot fence at 41 Amos Street
• Discussion: Proposed 4-story self-storage building at 309-315 North Broadway
• Approval of minutes from October 15, 2025

The board approved a variance for a 6‑foot fence at 41 Amos Street, with the condition that the fence layout not be altered. It also approved the revised application for KWD Realty’s 4‑story self‑storage building at 309‑315 North Broadway, granting the requested area variances. The October 15, 2025 meeting minutes were approved. All votes were unanimous 6‑0.

• Approved 6‑foot fence variance for 41 Amos St (6‑0)
• Approved revised KWD Realty 4‑story self‑storage building variances (6‑0)
• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (6‑0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider approving seasonal hires for Public Works, crossing guards, and a Verizon franchise agreement. The meeting also includes the approval of a music festival agreement and the settlement of a tax certiorari.

• Approve Seasonal Employees for Public Works
• Approve Crossing Guards
• Approve Verizon Franchise Agreement
• Approve Music Festival Agreement
• Tax Certiorari Settlement

The Board voted to close the Vacant Store Fronts, Stop Signs on New Broadway, and Verizon Franchise Agreement hearings, and to adjourn the Police Commissioner hearing to December 9, 2025. It also approved a warrant and the November 4, 2025 meeting minutes. Additionally, the Board nominated Sgt. Greg Lobato and PO Collings for the Congressman Lawler Veterans’ of the Year award and then adjourned the meeting.

• Closed Vacant Store Fronts hearing (4-2-1)
• Adjourned Police Commissioner hearing to Dec 9, 2025 (6-0-1)
• Closed Stop Signs on New Broadway hearing (6-0-1)
• Closed Verizon Franchise Agreement hearing (6-0-1)
• Approved warrant (6-0-1)
• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes (6-0-1)
• Nominated Sgt. Greg Lobato and PO Collings for Veterans’ of the Year award (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Connell, seconded by Andruss; no vote recorded)

Local Development Corporation

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation will consider several routine items. The meeting includes approval of the November 3, 2025 minutes, approval of expenditures, and approval of resolutions. A consultant report from Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC will be presented, and an executive session will be held at the chair's call.

• Approval of Meeting Minutes November 3, 2025
• Approval of Expenditures
• Approval of Resolutions
• Consultant Report – Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC
• Executive Session at Call of the Chair

The board approved the minutes from the November 3 meeting. It then approved expenditures totaling $348,927.12. The board entered and later exited an executive session to discuss legal and contract matters. A resolution was adopted to allow up to $10,000 for temporary fencing on the Last Parcel.

• Approved November 3 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved expenditures of $348,927.12 (motion carried)
• Entered executive session to discuss legal issues and contract negotiations (motion carried)
• Exited executive session (motion carried)
• Approved temporary fencing on Last Parcel up to $10,000 (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Board of Trustees

The Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss several community matters. Items include a music festival presentation, setting the date for the 2026 Street Fair, an update on the Chick Galella Riverwalk Project, and proposals for an Arbor Day event, a Vacant Store Fronts Law, and crossing guards. The board will also receive a Halloween Season Report.

• Presentation: Sleepy Hollow Music Festival
• Discussion: Approve date for 2026 Sleepy Hollow Street Fair
• Discussion: Update on Chick Galella Riverwalk Project
• Discussion: Vacant Store Fronts Law
• Discussion: Approve Crossing Guards

Local Development Corporation

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation will approve the October 13, 2025 meeting minutes. It will also consider approval of expenditures and resolutions. A consultant report from Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC will be presented, followed by discussion of old and new business. An executive session will be held at the chair's call.

• Approval of Meeting Minutes (Oct 13, 2025)
• Approval of Expenditures
• Approval of Resolutions
• Consultant Report – Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC
• Executive Session at Call of the Chair

The board approved the October 13, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved expenditures totaling $3,750.08. The board entered and later exited an Executive Session on legal and contract matters. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved expenditures of $3,750.08 (motion carried)
• Entered Executive Session (motion carried)
• Exited Executive Session (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct public hearings regarding a proposed vacant building and storefront registry and stop signs on New Broadway. The board is also considering several police department equipment contracts and a franchise agreement with Verizon.

• Public hearing on Local Law to create a Vacant Building and Storefront Registry
• Public hearing on stop signs on New Broadway
• Proposed 5-year franchise agreement with Verizon
• Police Department drone purchase and body camera contract renewal
• Lease agreement for Police Department chairs

Board of Trustees

The Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss three items. First, they will review equipment needs for the Police Department. Second, they will consider the schedule for November and December meetings. Third, they will set a public hearing regarding a Verizon franchise agreement.

• Discussion of Police Department equipment
• Discussion of November/December meeting schedule
• Discussion to set public hearing for Verizon franchise agreement

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider site plan and architectural review approvals for several residential and commercial projects. This includes a multi-building townhome development and a 4-story self-storage facility. The board will also hold public hearings for a mixed-use building and a salon/cafe.

• One Kingsland Owner, LLC: Proposed townhome buildings at Palisades Blvd and Hollows Pass
• KWD Realty LLC: Proposed 4-story self-storage facility at 309-315 North Broadway
• 72 Beekman Avenue Enterprises, LLC: Proposed mixed-use building at 72 Beekman Avenue
• Origins Collective, LLC: Proposed salon/cafe at 178 Beekman Avenue
• Lighthouse Landing Communities, LLC: Phase III Waterfront Open Space at Edge-on-Hudson

The Board voted 4‑0 to approve draft resolutions for seven townhome buildings on Palisades Boulevard and Hollows Pass, each with specific rooftop‑terrace coverage conditions. It also approved the draft resolution for the 16 Hudson Street parking‑area site plan by a 4‑0 vote. All votes were unanimous and no items were denied or tabled.

• Approved resolution for 200‑210 Palisades Blvd townhome (4‑0)
• Approved resolution for 212‑216 Palisades Blvd townhome (4‑0)
• Approved resolution for 322‑328 Palisades Blvd townhome (4‑0)
• Approved resolution for 201‑209 Hollows Pass townhome (4‑0)
• Approved resolution for 301‑313 Hollows Pass townhome (4‑0)
• Approved resolution for 315‑319 Hollows Pass townhome (4‑0)
• Approved resolution for 321‑327 Hollows Pass townhome (4‑0)
• Approved resolution for 16 Hudson Street parking area (4‑0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss KWD Realty, Inc.'s proposal for a five‑story self‑storage building at 309‑315 North Broadway. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its July 16, 2025 meeting and its September 17, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion of KWD Realty, Inc. proposal for a 5‑story self‑storage building at 309‑315 North Broadway
• Approval of minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting
• Approval of minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted 5‑0 to postpone the KWD Realty self‑storage application to the November 19, 2025 meeting and asked the applicant to revise the plans. The Board also approved the July 16 and September 17, 2025 minutes by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 PM.

• Adjourned self‑storage application to Nov. 19, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 PM (5‑0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider several public‑hearing items, including a continued hearing on a vacant storefront registry and the creation of a Police Commissioner position. It will vote on a resolution to accept a $1,200,000 grant from the NYS Department of State for streetscaping improvements on Cortlandt Street. Additional resolutions include authorizing $150,000 from the Recreation Fund for the Chick Galella Riverwalk, approving a stop sign on New Broadway at Pine Street, and approving the annual Ragamuffin Parade.

• Public hearing on Vacant Building and Storefront Registry (Local Law creating Chapter 420)
• Public hearing on creating the Police Commissioner position (Local Law amendment)
• Resolution to accept a $1,200,000 grant (contract C1003049) for streetscaping on Cortlandt Street
• Resolution to allocate $150,000 from the Recreation Fund for the Chick Galella Riverwalk Project
• Resolution to install a stop sign southbound on New Broadway at Pine Street

The Board voted to close the public hearing for the Assistant Village Administrator and the hearing on the South Bond stop sign request. The Police Commissioner hearing was adjourned to October 28, 2025. A village warrant was approved. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Closed Assistant Village Administrator hearing (motion carried)
• Closed South Bond stop sign hearing (motion carried)
• Adjourned Police Commissioner hearing to Oct 28, 2025
• Approved village warrant (motion carried)
• Adjourned Board meeting (motion carried)

Local Development Corporation

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation will meet to approve the minutes from September 22, 2025, and review expenditures and resolutions. The agenda includes a consultant report from Paragon-On-Hudson LLC and an executive session.

• Approval of September 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of expenditures and resolutions
• Consultant report from Paragon-On-Hudson LLC
• Executive session at call of the chair

The board approved the September 22, 2025 minutes and authorized $294,418.38 in expenditures. It adopted a resolution authorizing the execution and delivery of the Land Development Agreement for the property at 193 Beekman Avenue. The board entered and exited an executive session with no action taken and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved September 22, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved expenditures of $294,418.38 (motion carried)
• Authorized execution of Land Development Agreement for 193 Beekman Ave (resolution adopted)
• Entered executive session (no action taken)
• Exited executive session
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding the creation of a Police Commissioner position, a vacant storefront registry, and amendments to the Acting Administrator and Temporary Mayoral Authority codes. The body will also review recommended capital budget projects and various resolutions.

• Public hearing on establishing a Commissioner of Police position
• Public hearing on creating a Vacant Building and Storefront Registry
• Proposed amendment to Temporary Mayoral Authority regarding parking and limitations on multiple streets
• Resolution to authorize soliciting bids for a fire boat
• Resolution to set a public hearing for a stop sign on New Broadway

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is considering a bond resolution to authorize the issuance of up to $4,814,000 in serial bonds. These funds would finance a wide range of village infrastructure, equipment, and administrative updates.

• Water improvements: $2,950,000
• Sidewalk and curb improvements: $305,000
• Village zoning code update: $265,000
• Police records management system improvements: $250,000
• Village Hall improvements: $164,000

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss a variety of village matters. The meeting includes presentations on the Climate Action Plan and discussions regarding the Capital Budget and various public safety and zoning items.

• Climate Action Plan presentation
• Capital Budget and Clear Gov Budget Amendment discussions
• Proposed stop sign on New Broadway
• Lawrence Avenue speed hump and Route 9 crosswalk bollards
• Special Permit amendment for Edge-on-Hudson

The Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees held a work session and reviewed the Climate Smart Action plan, a $4,814,000 capital budget, a fire‑boat bid request, parking policy amendments, traffic‑calming petitions, a vacant storefront law, a budget amendment, and a Day of the Dead event request. No formal votes or approvals were recorded; most matters were deferred to future meetings or pending additional information. The Board expressed no objection to holding the Day of the Dead event, provided safety measures are taken.

• No objection to Day of the Dead event (subject to safety measures)

Local Development Corporation

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation will meet on September 22, 2025. The agenda includes a presentation of the FY 2025 audit report, approval of the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes, and votes on expenditures and resolutions. A consultant from Paragon‑On‑Hudson LLC will give a report, and the board will consider old and new business before entering an executive session.

• Presentation of FY 2025 Audit Report by EFPR Group, CPAs, PLLC
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 8, 2025
• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of resolutions
• Consultant report by Dan Briar, Paragon‑On‑Hudson LLC

The board approved the September 8 meeting minutes. It approved expenditures totaling $162,385.52. The board adopted Resolution 09/13/2025, accepting the FY 2024‑2025 audit and authorizing preparation of the annual report. An executive session was held with no actions taken, and the meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved expenditures of $162,385.52 (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 09/13/2025 accepting audit and authorizing annual report (motion carried)
• Entered Executive Session (no action taken)
• Exited Executive Session
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Planning Board

The Sleepy Hollow Planning Board will hold public hearings and discuss site‑plan approvals for multiple commercial and residential proposals, including a parking area at 16 Hudson Street and a deli/market at 377 North Broadway. The agenda also lists several townhome developments on Palisades Boulevard and Hollows Pass, each with specific unit counts. Additional items include discussions of a self‑storage facility, a pool, and a change of use for 144 Cortlandt Street.

• 16 Hudson Street – continued public hearing on draft resolution for proposed parking area and site‑plan/architectural review approval
• 377 North Broadway – draft resolution for proposed deli/market with amended site‑plan and architectural review approval
• Townhome projects – proposed units at 200‑210 Palisades Blvd (6 units), 212‑216 Palisades Blvd (3 units), 322‑328 Palisades Blvd (4 units), 201‑209 Hollows Pass (5 units), 301‑313 Hollows Pass (7 units), 315‑319 Hollows Pass (3 units), 321‑327 Hollows Pass (4 units)
• 309‑315 North Broadway – discussion of pending ZBA approval for a 4‑story self‑storage facility with site‑plan and architectural review approval
• 274 Kelbourne Avenue – discussion of pending ZBA approval for a proposed pool with site‑plan approval

The Board approved the amended site plan and architectural review for Cortlandt Development LLC's proposed deli/market at 377 North Broadway. The resolution was adopted unanimously (5‑0) after the Board requested changes to the bollard count and garbage enclosure material. Several other applications were continued to the October 16, 2025 meeting.

• Approved Cortlandt Development LLC amended site plan and architectural review (5-0)
• Continued 16 Hudson Street Realty public hearing to Oct 16, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued Origins Collective public hearing to Oct 16, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued 72 Beekman Avenue Enterprises public hearing to Oct 16, 2025 (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss KWD Realty, Inc.'s proposal for a four‑story self‑storage building at 309‑315 North Broadway. A public hearing will be held on Joseph and Devin Bandelli's proposed pool, fence, wall, and gate at 274 Kelbourne Avenue. The board will also consider approval of the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Discussion of KWD Realty, Inc.'s proposed four‑story self‑storage building at 309‑315 North Broadway
• Public hearing on Joseph and Devin Bandelli's proposed pool, fence, wall, and gate at 274 Kelbourne Avenue
• Approval of minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting

The Sleepy Hollow Zoning Board of Appeals voted 5‑0 to approve the site‑plan and variance for 274 Kelbourne Avenue, allowing a pool, a four‑foot wrought‑iron fence, a terrace wall and a gate. Approval was granted with conditions that the fence remain the approved black wrought‑iron design, the landscaping be installed and maintained permanently, and the Building Inspector may reconsider approval if the fence material changes. The decision followed a public hearing in which neighbors expressed support and the Planning Board required an engineer evaluation of the existing stone wall.

• Approved pool, fence, wall, and gate application at 274 Kelbourne Ave (5-0) with conditions on fence material, landscaping maintenance, and possible inspector review

Board of Trustees

The Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees will consider several resolutions, including a settlement agreement tied to affordable housing. Other items include a road closure request, a parking enforcement suspension, a mutual aid agreement with the county, and a PILOT agreement for 100 College Arms. The meeting also features public hearings on vacant storefronts and a police commissioner update, as well as routine approvals of minutes and the warrant.

• Approve Rivertown Runners Road Closure Request
• Authorize the Mayor to Suspend Parking Enforcement
• Approve Mutual Aid Agreement with the County
• Approve PILOT Agreement for 100 College Arms
• Approve Settlement Agreement Related to Affordable Housing

The Board of Trustees reviewed the Climate Smart Action plan, capital‑budget projects, fire‑boat bid request, parking‑policy amendment, traffic‑calming petitions, vacant‑storefront law, budget amendment, Day of the Dead event, and other matters. No votes or formal approvals were recorded; most items were deferred to future meetings or assigned for further study. The Board expressed no objection to the Day of the Dead event provided safety measures are taken.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss a range of administrative, public safety, and community projects. The meeting consists of presentations and discussions rather than final votes.

• Discussion of the Capital Budget
• Discussion of a Vacant Store Front Law
• Request for a speed hump on New Broadway
• Discussion of a Mutual Aid Inter Municipal Agreement
• Proposal for a Haunted Hayride

The Board gave permission for the Rivertown Runners to use the Village Hall parking lot for their 10K run and approved signing a letter of support for the Town of Pelham EMS request. It also requested mural design changes, directed a legal recommendation on parking enforcement, and scheduled several items for the next meeting. No action was taken on the Edge‑on‑Hudson conversion proposal.

• Approved Rivertown Runners' use of Village Hall parking lot (no objection)
• Approved signing a letter of support for Town of Pelham EMS (no objection)
• Requested design modifications to the 38 Beekman Ave mural
• Directed police staff to recommend a legal method to pause parking enforcement
• Asked for a final draft of the vacant store front law before voting
• Scheduled Project Maple resolution for the next Board meeting agenda
• Scheduled Haunted Hayride production approval for the next Board meeting agenda
• Took no action on Edge‑on‑Hudson special permit conversion proposal

Local Development Corporation

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation will hold its regular meeting to receive a grant update, approve prior meeting minutes and expenditures, and hear a consultant report. No substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

The board approved the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes and authorized expenditures of $1,666,430.96. It adopted a resolution (4‑0) to engage Roux Environmental Engineering for monitoring services on the East Parcel, with a budget not to exceed $5,300. The board also entered and later exited an executive session and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved August 11, 2025 minutes (motion made, seconded, approved)
• Approved expenditures of $1,666,430.96 for payment (motion made, seconded, approved)
• Approved Resolution #09/12/2025 to engage Roux Environmental Engineering ($5,300 limit) (4-0)
• Entered executive session (motion carried)
• Exited executive session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct public hearings regarding vacant storefronts and the Police Commissioner. The body will also consider resolutions for a paving contract and an ambulance agreement with Mt. Pleasant.

• Public hearings on Vacant Store Fronts and Police Commissioner
• Resolution to approve paving contract
• Resolution to approve ambulance agreement with Mt. Pleasant
• Resolution to approve Clear.Gov
• Resolution to approve street fair

The Board approved payment of invoices totaling $1,539,467.05, with a 6‑0 vote. It also adopted a series of resolutions approving contracts, employee hires, and the September fall schedule. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved $1,539,467.05 in warrants (6-0 vote)
• Approved Clear.Gov resolution
• Approved Lien Refund resolution
• Approved Street Fair resolution
• Approved September Fall Schedule
• Approved posting of Part‑Time Recreation Assistant
• Approved Ambulance Agreement with Mt. Pleasant
• Approved Paving Contract

Local Development Corporation

The Local Development Corporation will hold a public hearing to gather comments on the proposed issuance of bonds. The body will also review expenditures, resolutions, and a report from consultant Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC.

• Public hearing on Proposed Issuance of Bonds
• Consultant report from Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC
• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of resolutions

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation board approved the meeting minutes and authorized $1,257,694.17 in expenditures. It adopted a resolution authorizing the issuance of tax‑exempt and/or taxable revenue bonds up to $110,000,000 to finance the FFAH CAA NY affordable‑housing project at 100 College Avenue. All votes on the resolution and related motions were unanimous (5‑0).

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (motion 5‑0)
• Approved expenditures of $1,257,694.17 (motion passed)
• Approved resolution authorizing bond issuance up to $110,000,000 for FFAH CAA NY project (5‑0)
• Closed public hearing (5‑0)
• Entered executive session (5‑0) – no action taken
• Exited executive session (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss various village operations, including a downtown parking plan and several personnel appointments. The meeting includes presentations on Clear.gov software and Musicfest.

• Proposed NYCOM training for Village Clerk and Deputy Clerk at a cost not to exceed $2,000 per person
• Discussion of a $8,925 payment from Mt. Pleasant West Ambulance District for 2024
• Proposed part-time Recreation Assistant position at Galgano Senior Center paying $25.00 per hour
• Discussion of a Downtown Parking Plan and LDC Easement Request
• Discussion of a paving contract

Local Development Corporation

The Local Development Corporation will meet to approve expenditures and resolutions. The agenda includes a consultant report from Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC.

• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of resolutions
• Consultant report from Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC

The board approved the minutes from the July 14 meeting unanimously. It adopted a resolution authorizing a change order with Shawn’s Lawns, Inc. to relocate up to 50,000 cubic yards of fill, with expenditures not to exceed $400,000. No other expenditures were approved, and the board held and exited an executive session without taking action.

• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Change Order with Shawn’s Lawns for fill relocation, up to $400,000 (5-0)
• Approved no expenditures at this time
• Entered executive session (motion carried)
• Exited executive session (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will continue a public hearing regarding a proposed local law to create a Vacant Building and Storefront Registry. The board is also considering several grant applications for infrastructure and zoning projects.

• Public hearing on Local Law for Vacant Building and Storefront Registry
• Grant applications for Riverwalk ($1.7 million), Zoning Project ($475,000), and Storm Water Project
• Acceptance of $3,878,789 Transportation Alternative Program Grant for sidewalks
• Contract for Urban SDK Inc. traffic and speeding data software for $12,500 per year
• Proposed public hearing for Police Commissioner position

The Board approved the minutes of the June 30, July 8, and July 15 meetings. It authorized Treasurer Glaze to pay invoices totaling $920,033.14. A motion to draft a letter supporting the Hudson Valley Street Conservancy grant was approved unanimously (6‑0). Motions to enter and exit executive session were carried and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved June 30, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved warrant to pay $920,033.14 to Treasurer Glaze (motion carried)
• Approved draft letter supporting Hudson Valley Street Conservancy grant (6‑0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice (motion carried)
• Exited executive session (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings and review presentations for various residential and commercial developments. The meeting includes discussions on several townhome buildings and changes of use for multiple properties.

• Proposed 4 story self-storage facility at 309-315 North Broadway
• Proposed mixed-use building at 72 Beekman Avenue
• Proposed deli/market at 377 North Broadway
• Proposed townhome buildings at Palisades Blvd and Hollows Pass
• Proposed three family residence at 50 Hudson Street

The Board voted 5‑1 to approve the three‑family residence at 50 Hudson Street. It also approved the parking area at 16 Hudson Street, pending final engineering plans, with a 6‑0 vote. The pool application at 274 Kelbourne Avenue was referred to the Zoning Board of Appeals. No action was taken on several other proposals, which were deferred to the September meeting.

• Approved 50 Hudson Street three‑family residence (5-1)
• Approved 16 Hudson Street parking area, subject to final engineering plans (6-0)
• Referred 274 Kelbourne Avenue pool application to Zoning Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Adjourned public hearing for 16 Hudson Street to Sep 18, 2025 (6-0)
• Adjourned public hearing for 50 Hudson Street to Sep 18, 2025 (6-0)
• No action on 309‑315 North Broadway self‑storage facility (pending ZBA)
• No action on 188 Cortlandt Street amended site plan (deferred)
• No action on 377 North Broadway deli/market (deferred)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a development proposal by KWD Realty, Inc. The board will also review minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing for KWD Realty, Inc. regarding a proposed 4 story self-storage building at 309-315 North Broadway

The Zoning Board opened the public hearing on the proposed 4‑story self‑storage building at 309‑315 North Broadway. After hearing comments, the Board voted 7‑0 to close the hearing and postpone the vote on the project to the next meeting. The Board also approved the May 21, 2025 minutes and adjourned the meeting.

• Opened public hearing on self‑storage project (vote 7‑0)
• Closed public hearing and postponed vote on self‑storage project (vote 7‑0)
• Approved minutes from May 21, 2025 (vote 7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 7‑0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss various funding applications and grants. The meeting includes discussions on personnel positions and the capital budget.

• Sleepy Coffee Too Event
• Village and LDC Consolidated Funding Applications
• Tap Grant acceptance
• Speed and Traffic Data System
• Police Commissioner and Part-Time Recreation Assistant positions

The Board approved the request to hold the “Bear’s Bash on Beekman” event on August 9, 2025. It also approved a $12,500‑per‑year contract with Urban SDK Inc. for traffic and speeding data collection. A seasonal employee position for Public Works was approved, while the part‑time recreation assistant request and the capital‑budget discussion were tabled. The Board entered and exited executive session unanimously.

• Approved “Bear’s Bash on Beekman” event request
• Approved $12,500/yr contract with Urban SDK Inc. for traffic data collection
• Approved hiring of seasonal employee for Public Works
• Tabled part‑time recreation assistant request
• Tabled capital‑budget discussion
• Moved into executive session (unanimous) to discuss contracts, real estate, personnel
• Moved out of executive session (unanimous)

Local Development Corporation

The Local Development Corporation will meet to approve minutes, resolutions, and expenditures. The agenda includes a consultant report from Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC.

• Approval of expenditures
• Consultant report from Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC

The board approved the minutes from the June 30 meeting. It authorized $186,397.35 in expenditures and approved a $15,700 contract with Lanc & Tully Engineering for topographic surveys (5‑0 vote). The board entered and later exited an executive session to discuss legal matters and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved June 30 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved expenditures of $186,397.35 (motion carried)
• Authorized Lanc & Tully survey contract for $15,700 (5-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss legal issues (motion carried)
• Exited executive session (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding Local Law No. 5 of 2025, which proposes a registry for vacant buildings and storefronts to address blight and public safety. The board will also consider resolutions regarding affordable housing and a micro-surfacing project.

• Public hearing on Local Law No. 5 of 2025 (Vacant Building and Storefront Registry)
• Resolution to amend Local Law related to affordable housing
• Resolution to approve Micro-Surfacing Project
• MOU with Historic Hudson Valley for Transportation Alternative Grant Project
• Posting of Assistant Village Administrator and Water and Sewer Foreman positions

The Board approved the June 17, June 24, and July 1 meeting minutes unanimously (5‑0) and tabled the June 30 minutes. Trustees approved the warrant, authorizing Treasurer Glaze to pay invoices totaling $333,120.38. A resolution to post the Assistant Village Administrator position was not approved, and motions to enter and exit executive session and to adjourn were all carried.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved July 1, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Tabled June 30, 2025 minutes
• Approved warrant authorizing $333,120.38 payment (motion carried)
• Resolution to post Assistant Village Administrator position not approved
• Motion to enter executive session carried
• Motion to adjourn meeting carried

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is considering Local Law ##-2025 to regulate vacant buildings and storefronts. The proposal requires owners to register vacant properties with the Building Department and submit a maintenance or redevelopment plan.

• Requirement for owners to register vacant buildings (unoccupied 120+ days) or storefronts (unoccupied 60+ days) within 30 days
• Mandatory submission of a plan for rehabilitation, re-occupancy, demolition, or continued vacancy
• Proposed annual maintenance escrow/bond not to exceed $15,000
• Maintenance requirements including securing openings and removing combustible waste after 60 days of vacancy
• Provisions for temporary pop-up retail uses in vacant spaces

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold discussions on local ordinances, staffing, and infrastructure. The meeting includes a presentation from the Alzheimer’s Association and reviews of various facility use requests.

• Vacant Property and Store Front Law
• MOU with Historic Hudson Valley regarding TAP Grant
• Painting parking lines on Lower Beekman Avenue
• Posting of Assistant Administrator position
• Event requests for Cortlandt Street Plaza and basketball court

The Board approved painting parking lines on lower Beekman Avenue after a traffic consultant recommendation. Other items—including Alzheimer’s Association event promotion, a futsal league at Barnhart Park, Cortlandt Street Plaza events, the Assistant Village Administrator position, the TAP grant MOU, vacant‑property law, a micro‑surfacing project, a temporary court hire, and capital‑budget priorities—were discussed or deferred for future meetings. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Approved painting parking lines on lower Beekman Avenue (no objection recorded)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a special session to consider a resolution regarding Water Department personnel.

• Resolution: Water Department Personnel

The Board approved a resolution to retain a pump station operator for the Village’s water treatment plant. The motion was made by Deputy Mayor Scaglione, seconded by Trustee Rodriquez, and passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved resolution to retain pump station operator (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Local Development Corporation

The Local Development Corporation will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, expenditures, and resolutions. The agenda includes a consultant report from Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC.

• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of resolutions
• Consultant report from Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC

The board approved the minutes from June 16, 2025 by a 3‑1 vote. It then unanimously approved a change order and amendment with Shawn’s Lawns, Inc. authorizing up to $1,550,000 for Phase II site work. A second unanimous resolution granted a parking easement to the Village for 64‑68 Beekman Avenue and ratified the Village’s SEQRA finding. The board also agreed to move forward with a letter of intent with Basalt Development for the sale of 193 Beekman Avenue.

• Approved June 16 minutes (3-1)
• Approved change order with Shawn’s Lawns up to $1,550,000 (4-0)
• Approved parking easement for 64‑68 Beekman Ave and related SEQRA ratification (4-0)
• Board agreed to proceed with LOI with Basalt Development for 193 Beekman Ave
• Entered executive session (motion carried)
• Exited executive session (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings and review preliminary presentations for several properties. The board is considering site plan and architectural approvals for residential, mixed-use, and commercial developments.

• Continued public hearing for a proposed parking area at 16 Hudson Street
• Continued public hearing for a proposed three family residence at 50 Hudson Street
• Preliminary presentation for a proposed deli/market at 377 North Broadway
• Preliminary presentation for a proposed mixed-use building at 72 Beekman Avenue
• Preliminary presentation for a proposed pool at 274 Kelbourne Avenue

The Planning Board voted unanimously (6‑0) to waive the public hearing requirement for Cortlandt Development LLC’s amended site plan and architectural review of the deli/market at 377 North Broadway. The board agreed the amendment improves the previously approved site plan and will prepare a draft resolution for the July 17, 2025 meeting. No action was taken on the other applications discussed.

• Waived public hearing requirement for 377 North Broadway deli/market amendment (6‑0)
• Opened public hearing for 16 Hudson Street parking site plan (6‑0)
• Adjourned 16 Hudson Street public hearing to July 17, 2025 (6‑0)
• No action taken on 188 Cortlandt Street amended site plan (adjournment requested)
• No action taken on 274 Kelbourne Avenue pool application (requested additional materials)
• No action taken on 72 Beekman Avenue mixed‑use building amendment (discussion only)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will continue public hearings regarding the Tree Code and Affordable Housing amendments. The body will also consider resolutions for seasonal staffing and the acceptance of grants for EV charging stations and Plaza Nueva.

• Public hearings on Tree Code and Affordable Housing amendments
• Grant acceptance for EV Charging Stations
• Grant acceptance for Plaza Nueva
• Amendment to SEQRA Resolution for 64-68 Beekman Avenue
• Scheduling of public hearing for Vacant Property Law

The Trustees approved a warrant authorizing $832,214.78 in payments. Public hearings on the Tree amendment and the Affordable Housing amendment were each closed. The Board also approved a temporary parking permit form at Historic Hudson Valley for ¢5 per month and awarded the Route 9 sidewalk bid up to $105,000. Grants for EV charging stations and Plaza Nueva were accepted.

• Approved warrant payment of $832,214.78 (motion carried)
• Closed public hearing on Tree amendment (motion carried)
• Closed public hearing on Affordable Housing amendment (motion carried)
• Approved temporary parking form at Historic Hudson Valley lot at ¢5/month (motion carried)
• Approved June 10, 2025 minutes 6-0-1 (motion carried)
• Awarded Route 9 sidewalk bid up to $105,000 (motion carried)
• Accepted grant for EV charging stations (resolution R6)
• Accepted grant for Plaza Nueva (resolution R7)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a development proposal by KWD Realty, Inc. The board will also review the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing for KWD Realty, Inc. regarding a proposed 4 story self-storage building at 309-315 North Broadway

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review a Climate Action Plan presentation and discuss various staffing and grant opportunities. The meeting includes discussions on water billing, debt policy, and a bid for Route 9 sidewalk projects.

• Climate Action Plan presentation
• Route 9 sidewalk bid
• E.V. Charging Grant
• Plaza Nueva Grant
• RFP for Façade Program Administrator

Local Development Corporation

The Local Development Corporation will meet to approve expenditures and resolutions. The agenda includes a consultant report from Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC.

• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of resolutions
• Consultant report from Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC

The board approved the June 2 meeting minutes. It also approved expenditures totaling $755,627.19. The board entered and later exited an executive session to discuss legal issues and contract negotiations. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (motion made by Connell, seconded by Sklar)
• Approved expenditures of $755,627.19 (motion made by Sirota, seconded by Schmidt, motion carried)
• Entered executive session to discuss legal issues (motion by Connell, seconded by Sirota, motion carried)
• Exited executive session (motion by Sirota, seconded by Sklar, motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Sirota, seconded by Connell, motion carried)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct public hearings regarding the Tree Code and amendments to Affordable Housing. The meeting includes votes on several agreements, including paid EMTs and a TRACS agreement.

• Public hearings on Tree Code and Affordable Housing amendments
• Agreement for Paid EMTs
• TRACS Agreement
• MOU with Historic Hudson Valley for grant application
• SEQRA Resolution for Temporary Parking Lot

The Board authorized Treasurer Glaze to pay invoices totaling $230,161.37. Minutes from the May 20, May 27, and June 3 meetings were approved with votes of 5‑1, 6‑0, and 5‑1 respectively. The Board adopted nine resolutions (R1‑R9) covering agreements, events, and a SEQRA matter. The proposal to create an Assistant Village Administrator position was tabled for further discussion.

• Approved payment of $230,161.37 in invoices (motion carried)
• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes 5‑1 (abstain: Deputy Mayor Scaglione)
• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes 6‑0
• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes 5‑1 (abstain: Trustee Husselbee)
• Approved nine resolutions (R1‑R9) including TRACS Agreement and Pop‑Up Music
• Post Assistant Village Administrator position was tabled

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will decide on a parking plan for the Music Festival and an amendment to a Home Rule request regarding permit parking. The meeting also includes discussions on intermunicipal agreements and administrative staffing.

• Approval of Music Festival Parking Plan
• Amendment to Home Rule Request related to permit parking
• TRACS Intermunicipal Agreement
• EMS Agreement
• Morse School Parking Plan

The Board unanimously approved the parking plan for the Sleepy Hollow Music Festival and a home‑rule resolution for on‑street parking permits, both 6‑0 votes. It also approved the inter‑municipal TRACS data‑sharing agreement, a pop‑up music event at Cortlandt Plaza, and a July 4th parade request, each without recorded vote tallies. The discussion of priority projects was tabled for a future Zoom meeting.

• Approved Sleepy Hollow Music Festival parking plan (6‑0)
• Approved home‑rule on‑street parking permits resolution (6‑0)
• Approved inter‑municipal TRACS program agreement (no vote recorded)
• Approved pop‑up music event at Cortlandt Plaza (no vote recorded)
• Approved Philipse Manor Homeowners Association July 4 parade request (no vote recorded)
• Tabled priority projects discussion (no vote recorded)

Local Development Corporation

The Local Development Corporation will meet to approve expenditures and resolutions. The board will also receive a report from consultant Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC.

• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of resolutions
• Consultant report from Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC

The board approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes and authorized expenditures of $25,226.66. It adopted Resolution #06/06/2025 to retain EFPR Group CPAs, PLLC and execute an engagement letter, authorizing up to $12,750, with a 6‑0 vote. The board also entered and exited an executive session with no actions taken before adjourning the meeting.

• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved expenditures of $25,226.66 (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution #06/06/2025 to retain EFPR Group CPAs, up to $12,750 (6-0)
• Entered executive session (no action taken) (6-0)
• Exited executive session (no action taken) (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a continued public hearing on the Tree Code and set a hearing to amend the Affordable Housing Policy. The body will also consider several agreements and personnel changes.

• Public hearing on Tree Code
• Proposed amendment to Affordable Housing Policy
• Removal of two handicapped parking spaces
• Settlement agreement related to affordable housing
• Catering, security, and tent rental agreements for Music Festival

The trustees approved the minutes from April 22, 2025 and May 6, 2024. They approved the warrant, authorizing Treasurer Glaze to pay invoices totaling $552,644.32. The public hearing on the tree amendment was adjourned to June 10, 2025, and the affordable‑housing settlement agreement was tabled.

• Approved minutes of April 22, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of May 6, 2024 (motion carried)
• Approved warrant authorizing payment of $552,644.32 (motion carried)
• Adjourned public hearing on tree amendment to June 10, 2025 (motion carried)
• Tabled Settlement Agreement related to Affordable Housing (R7) (no vote recorded)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings and discussions regarding site plan and architectural approvals for several residential developments. This includes a three-family residence and multiple townhome buildings across Legend Drive and Hollows Pass.

• Public hearing for proposed parking area at 16 Hudson Street
• Public hearing for proposed three family residence at 50 Hudson Street
• Discussion of amended site plan for 188 Cortlandt Street
• Architectural review for townhome buildings at 300-306, 352-358, 360-370, and 372-378 Legend Drive
• Architectural review for townhome buildings at 329-337 and 339-347 Hollows Pass

The Planning Board unanimously voted (7‑0) to adjourn the public hearing on the 16 Hudson Street parking area to the June 26, 2025 meeting. The Board also unanimously moved (7‑0) to continue the overall public hearing to that same date. No action was taken on the amendment request for 188 Wyatt, and the remaining applications were discussed without a vote.

• Adjourned 16 Hudson St. parking area public hearing to June 26, 2025 (7‑0)
• Moved to continue the public hearing to June 26, 2025 (7‑0)
• No action taken on 188 Wyatt amendment request (oil/water separator condition)
• Discussed multiple One Kingsland townhome proposals (no vote recorded)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing regarding a property at 50 Hudson Street. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting.

• Continued public hearing for a proposed three-family residence at 50 Hudson Street

The Sleepy Hollow Zoning Board of Appeals voted 5‑0 to approve the revised application for 50 Hudson Street, converting it to a three‑family residence and eliminating the compact‑parking variance by requiring three full‑size parking spaces. The approval includes a condition that one off‑street parking space be designated for each unit and that the owner and tenants may not rent the spaces for other purposes. The board also approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved revised 50 Hudson St. three‑family application with full‑size parking condition (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 16, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Moved to open public hearing on 50 Hudson St. application (5-0)
• Moved to close public hearing on 50 Hudson St. application (5-0)
• Moved to adjourn meeting at 7:47 PM (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold discussions on various village infrastructure and regulatory updates. Key items include setting a public hearing for the affordable housing code and reviewing bids for the Rt. 9 sidewalk project.

• Review of bid for Rt. 9 Sidewalk Project
• Setting a public hearing to amend the Affordable Housing Code
• Speed hump request on Webber Avenue
• Removal of handicapped parking spaces at Howard & Lawrence
• Discussion regarding 11 River Street

The Board voted to schedule a public hearing at the next meeting to consider changes to the affordable housing ordinance. It also agreed to remove two obsolete handicapped parking spaces by resolution. The proposal for a law on vacant buildings and storefronts was tabled for future discussion.

• Approved public hearing to amend affordable housing law at next Board meeting
• Agreed to remove two obsolete handicapped parking spaces by resolution
• Tabled proposed law addressing vacant buildings and storefronts

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on a proposed local law amending the tree code. They will consider multiple resolutions, including appointing a police officer at $133,831.59, authorizing special counsel to oppose Con Edison's proposed rate increase (village share up to $3,000), approving a memorandum of understanding for the Community Choice Aggregation program, and awarding a bid for the Chick Galella Riverwalk project. Other items include a tax refund for 8 River Street and appointments to the North Tarrytown Housing Authority.

• Appoint police officer James Robert Kelm at $133,831.59 annual salary
• Authorize Dichter Law LLC as special counsel for Con Edison rate case (total fee up to $100,000, Sleepy Hollow share max $3,000)
• Approve MOU with Sustainable Westchester to continue Community Choice Aggregation electricity program
• Award bid for Chick Galella Riverwalk project (SEQRA resolution also on agenda)
• Public hearing on proposed local law amending Chapter 385 (Tree Code)

Board of Trustees

The Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees will hold a continued public hearing on the Tree Code and vote on several resolutions. Key items include approving a memorandum of understanding for a Community Choice Aggregation program, authorizing special legal counsel regarding a Con Edison rate increase, and advancing the Chick Galella Riverwalk project with a State Environmental Quality Review (SEQRA) resolution and bid award. The board will also act on appointments, a tax refund for 8 River Street, and various contracts.

• Continued public hearing on Tree Code
• R3 – Approve MOU for Community Choice Aggregation Program
• R4 – Authorize special counsel related to Con Edison rate increase
• R6 & R7 – SEQRA resolution and bid award for Chick Galella Riverwalk Project
• R9 – Approve tax refund for 8 River Street

Local Development Corporation

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation will meet to acknowledge a resignation, approve minutes and expenditures, and consider resolutions. A consultant report from Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC will be presented. The board may also enter executive session.

• Acknowledge resignation
• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2025
• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of resolutions
• Consultant report by Dan Briar (Paragon-On-Hudson LLC)

The board approved the April 21, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑0‑1 vote, with the chair abstaining. It approved expenditures totaling $11,324.13 by a 4‑0 vote. The board entered executive session (4‑0), later exited executive session (4‑0), and adjourned the meeting (4‑0). Director Paul Baffico’s resignation was acknowledged.

• Approved April 21, 2025 minutes (3-0-1, Chair abstained)
• Approved expenditures of $11,324.13 (4-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss legal matters (4-0)
• Exited executive session (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss the award of a bid and a SEQRA resolution for the Chick Galella Riverwalk Project. Other agenda items include a potential challenge to Con Edison rate hikes and a contract renewal for Sustainable Westchester. The board will also review a tax refund for 8 River Street.

• Award bid for Chick Galella Riverwalk Project
• SEQRA Resolution for Chick Galella Riverwalk Project
• Authorization for Special Council to challenge Con Edison rate hike
• Tax refund for 8 River Street
• Sustainable Westchester Community Choice Aggregation contract renewal

The Board voted to approve the renewal of the Community Choice Aggregation memorandum of understanding with Sustainable Westchester. It also approved participation in a legal challenge to Con Edison’s rate increase (up to $3,000), hiring two seasonal recreation employees, and entering a no‑cost agreement with Metro‑North for police radio communications. The low bid of $409,155 from Peter J. Landi Inc. was approved for the Chick Galella Riverwalk Improvement Project, and a five‑year copier contract with Connecticut Business Systems was authorized. Finally, the Board accepted a $2.4 million Local Waterfront Revitalization Program grant without objection.

• Approved renewal of Community Choice Aggregation MOU with Sustainable Westchester
• Approved participation in Con Edison rate‑increase legal challenge (cost ≤ $3,000)
• Approved hiring two seasonal recreation employees
• Approved police communication agreement with Metro‑North (no cost)
• Approved award of $409,155 bid to Peter J. Landi Inc. for Chick Galella Riverwalk project
• Approved five‑year copier contract with Connecticut Business Systems (renewal, no added cost)
• Approved acceptance of $2,400,000 Local Waterfront Revitalization Program grant

Board of Trustees

The Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees will consider a resolution to participate in a joint municipal legal challenge against Con Edison's proposed electric and gas rate increase before the NYS Public Service Commission. The board will also review a SEQRA classification for a permeable brick paver walkway project at Ichabod's Landing and a potential alternate at Horan's Landing. Additionally, the board will consider entering a 15-year system access agreement with the MTA Police Department for the Metropolitan Regional Radio System (MRRS) for public safety communications.

• Resolution to join joint legal challenge to Con Edison's rate hike petition, with electric rates proposed to rise 18% and residential delivery charges by 25.1%
• Hiring of Joel R. Dichter of Dichter Law LLC as special counsel, with total cost not to exceed $100,000 split equally among at least 20 participating municipalities; Tarrytown's share capped at $5,000
• SEQRA review: construction of permeable brick paver walkway and perforated underdrain at Ichabod’s Landing, with alternate for additional walkway at Horan’s Landing; declared a Type II action requiring no further review
• MRRS System Access Agreement with MTA Police Department: 15-year term, $500 one-time setup fee, $65 annual fee per unit, with potential fee waivers for MTA or NYS agencies
• Agreement allows Sleepy Hollow to designate a Level I or Level II agency user for radio system access

Planning Board

The board will hold a continued public hearing for a parking area at 16 Hudson Street, discuss the Edge-on-Hudson waterfront open space phase III, and review a proposed 105-unit mixed-use development at 100 College Avenue. Several preliminary presentations for townhome buildings on Legend Drive and Hollows Pass are also scheduled. The meeting includes approval of minutes from March 20, 2025.

• Continued public hearing for proposed parking area at 16 Hudson Street (Site Plan and Architectural Review Approval)
• Discussion of Edge-on-Hudson Riverfront Development Phase III – Waterfront Open Space and Wetlands Watercourse Permit
• Discussion of proposed 105-unit mixed-use development at 100 College Avenue by Marathon Development Group (Subdivision, Special Permit, Site Plan Approval)
• Preliminary presentation for amended site plan at 188 Cortlandt Street by 188 Wyatt, LLC
• Preliminary presentations for six townhome buildings (4,4,6,4,5,5 units) on Legend Drive and Hollows Pass by One Kingsland Owner, LLC

The Planning Board opened the public hearing on the 16 Hudson Street site plan and then adjourned it to the May 22, 2025 meeting with a 6‑0 vote. The Lighthouse Landing Communities Phase III waterfront open‑space permit was also postponed to May 22. The Marathon Development 100 College Avenue mixed‑use application was adjourned pending additional information. No actions were taken on the other preliminary presentations.

• Opened public hearing for 16 Hudson St. site plan; adjourned to May 22, 2025 (vote 6‑0)
• Adjourned Lighthouse Landing Communities Phase III waterfront/open‑space permit to May 22, 2025
• Scheduled public hearing for 50 Hudson St. three‑family residence to May 22, 2025
• Adjourned Marathon Development 100 College Ave mixed‑use application to next meeting
• Adjourned 188 Wyatt amended site plan to May meeting
• No action taken on One Kingsland townhome preliminary presentations
• No action taken on discussion of drains for 188 Wyatt application
• No substantive decisions made on items 6‑11 (preliminary architectural reviews)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the Tree Code and vote on the operating budget. Several grant contracts for youth programs, fire house roof repairs, and a fire boat are up for approval. A work session precedes the regular meeting to discuss these items and the budget.

• Public Hearing: Tree Code
• R1 – Approve Operating Budget
• R5 – Approve Grant Contract for Fire House Roof
• R6 – Approve Grant Contract for Fire Boat
• R3/R4 – Authorize Youth Grant Contracts

The Board had no objection and approved two $5,000 youth grants from Westchester County, a $139,000 grant for the Village Hall roof, and a $250,000 grant for a fire boat. No vote counts were recorded. The trustees also discussed possible budget cuts, but no budget decision was made.

• Approved two $5,000 youth grants via Inter Municipal Agreement (no objection)
• Approved $139,000 Village Hall roof grant (no objection)
• Approved $250,000 fire boat grant (no objection)

Local Development Corporation

The Local Development Corporation will meet to approve expenditures and resolutions. The agenda includes a consultant report from Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC.

• Consultant report from Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC
• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of resolutions

The board approved the March 24, 2025 minutes by a 3‑0 vote. It then approved expenditures totaling $448,969.69, also by a 3‑0 vote. A resolution authorizing a $10,000 appraisal contract with Valuation Plus, Inc. was adopted (motion carried). The board entered and later exited executive session, each by a 3‑0 vote, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved March 24, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved expenditures of $448,969.69 (3-0)
• Approved appraisal contract with Valuation Plus, Inc. for $10,000 (motion carried)
• Entered executive session to discuss legal negotiations (3-0)
• Exited executive session (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a proposal by 50 on Hudson St. LLC to construct a three-family residence at 50 Hudson Street. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its January 15, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing for a three-family residence at 50 Hudson Street by 50 on Hudson St. LLC
• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2025 meeting

The Zoning Board voted unanimously to postpone the decision on the 50 Hudson Street three‑family residence application until the May 21, 2025 meeting. It also approved the minutes from the January 15 and February 19, 2025 meetings with a 4‑0 vote.

• Defer vote on 50 Hudson St. three‑family residence application to May 21, 2025 (4-0)
• Approve minutes from Jan 15, 2025 and Feb 19, 2025 meetings (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on the tentative 2025/2026 budget and the tree code, and vote on several resolutions. Key actions include overriding the state tax cap, approving a Community Development Block Grant contract, and setting overnight parking fees for the South Parcel Lot. The board will also consider appointments and agreements, including a RICI agreement with Westchester County.

• Public hearings on 2025/2026 tentative budget and tree code
• R1: Approve Community Development Block Grant contract
• R3: Set overnight parking fee for South Parcel Lot
• R5: Approve local law to override the tax cap
• R7: Approve RICI agreement with Westchester County

The Board closed the 2025/2026 Tentative Budget public hearing and adjourned it until April 22. A motion to approve the warrant authorized payment of invoices totaling $447,184.84 and was carried. The minutes from the March 11 and April 1 meetings were each approved by motion. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Closed public hearing on Tentative Budget (motion carried)
• Adjourned public hearing on Tree Code amendment until April 22 (motion carried)
• Approved payment of $447,184.84 in invoices (motion carried)
• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned the April 8, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss several administrative appointments and local requests. Key items include a Westchester County grant for drainage improvements and a financial services agreement for bond and lease financings.

• Drainage Improvements on Valley Street contract for $200,000.00
• Financial Advisory Services Agreement with Capital Markets Advisors, LLC
• Proposed overnight parking fees for South Parcel Lot
• Discussion of Tax Cap Override
• RICI Agreement for Police Department

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on overriding the state tax levy limit and on the tentative 2025/2026 budget. They will also hear the 2023/2024 auditors report and vote on resolutions including amending the tree code, approving an easement at 5 Birch Close, and accepting a grant contract for Cortlandt Plaza.

• Public hearing on proposed local law to override property tax levy limit for 2025
• Public hearing on 2025/2026 tentative mayor's budget
• Presentation of 2023/2024 auditors report
• Resolution to set public hearing on amending Chapter 385 (Tree Code)
• Resolution to approve easement agreement for 5 Birch Close

The Trustees approved the village warrant for $1,040,244.94 and authorized payment of those invoices. Minutes from the March 18 and March 20 meetings were also approved. The board voted to go into executive session to discuss ongoing negotiations and employee matters. Resolution R10 to authorize the Administrator to solicit videographer proposals was tabled.

• Approved warrant for $1,040,244.94 (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of March 18, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of March 20, 2025 special meeting (motion carried)
• Entered executive session to discuss negotiations and employee matters (motion carried)
• Resolution R10 – Authorize Administrator to solicit proposals for videographer (tabled)

Local Development Corporation

The Local Development Corporation will meet to approve expenditures and resolutions. The agenda includes a consultant report from Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC.

• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of resolutions
• Consultant report by Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation board approved the March 10 meeting minutes unanimously. It then approved expenditures totaling $185,242.99 by a 5‑0 vote. The board adopted the annual resolution, which re‑adopted policies, elected officers, appointed staff and committees, and approved the fiscal year budget. An executive session was entered and exited, but no action was taken during that time.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved expenditures of $185,242.99 (5-0)
• Adopted annual resolution #03/04/2025 (5-0)
• Elected Michael Dawley as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Teresa Oeste-Villajieja as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Elected Benjamin Sirota as Treasurer (5-0)
• Appointed Anthony Giaccio as Executive Director (5-0)
• Entered executive session (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings, draft resolutions, discussions, and a presentation on several development proposals. Items include a medical office building at Edge-on-Hudson, a self-storage facility on North Broadway, and a 105-unit mixed-use project at 100 College Avenue. The board will also vote on draft resolutions for townhome buildings and a waterfront open space phase.

• Continued public hearing for medical office building at 5 Legend Drive (Edge-on-Hudson)
• Draft resolution for a 6-unit townhome building at 340-350 Legend Drive
• Discussion on proposed 4-story self-storage facility at 309-315 North Broadway
• Presentation for 105-unit mixed-use development at 100 College Avenue
• Continued public hearing for deli/market at 377 North Broadway

The board approved the Cortlandt Development deli/market site plan with a 7‑0 vote and also approved the 332‑338 Legend Drive 4‑unit townhome project by 7‑0. It further approved the SDC Lighthouse Landing Block A medical office (7‑0), the Phase II waterfront open‑space amendment (7‑0), and the 340‑350 Legend Drive 6‑unit townhome project (7‑0). The 349‑355 Hollows Pass townhome application was discussed but no vote was recorded.

• Approved Cortlandt Development deli/market site plan (7‑0)
• Approved 332‑338 Legend Drive 4‑unit townhome (7‑0)
• Approved SDC Lighthouse Landing Block A medical office (7‑0)
• Approved Phase II waterfront open‑space amendment (7‑0)
• Approved 340‑350 Legend Drive 6‑unit townhome (7‑0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is holding a special session with a single substantive agenda item: a resolution on adjusted base proportions. The meeting also includes a call to order, adjournment, and an executive session at the mayor's call. No further details about the resolution are provided in the agenda.

• Resolution - Adjusted Base Proportions

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a discussion-only meeting with nine items on the tentative agenda. Topics include a tree code update, training for the water department, a promotion, a personnel manual, contracts for a project mover and plaza grant, an easement at 5 Birch Close, a request from Rock of Salvation, a building maintenance law, and setting a budget meeting schedule. An executive session is also listed.

• Discussion: Tree Code Update
• Discussion: Project Mover Contract
• Discussion: Plaza Grant Contract
• Discussion: 5 Birch Close Easement
• Discussion: Building Maintenance Law

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will vote on resolutions to set public hearings for the 2025-2026 operating budget, a property tax cap override, and a proposed cannabis law. They will also consider several contracts, including a T-Mobile antenna lease amendment, parking ticket management at $17,760 per year, and generator maintenance for $1,200 annually. Other items include authorizing bid solicitation for the Route 9 Sidewalk Project and approving snow and ice service agreements with the state totaling $23,711.86 per season.

• Resolution to set public hearing on tax cap override for 2025 property tax levy
• Resolution to set public hearing on local cannabis law
• T-Mobile antenna lease amendment on Village Hall roof
• Parking ticket management contract with IPS Group Inc. at $17,760/year for five years
• Authorize Hahn Engineering to solicit bids for Route 9 Sidewalk Project

The Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees approved the 2025 Board of Assessment Review determinations, the payment of $389,509.72 in invoices, and minutes from previous meetings. They also set public hearings on the operating budget, tax cap override, and cannabis law, though the cannabis hearing was tabled. Several resolutions were approved, including agreements for a T-Mobile antenna lease, pump station service, generator maintenance, parking ticket contract, and snow and ice agreements.

• Approved 2025 Board of Assessment Review determinations
• Approved warrant and authorized payment of $389,509.72 in invoices
• Approved minutes of February 18, 2025 and March 4, 2024 (5-0-1)
• Set public hearing on operating budget
• Set public hearing on tax cap override
• Tabled public hearing for cannabis law
• Approved T-Mobile antenna lease agreement
• Approved pump station service agreement

Local Development Corporation

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation meets to hear a presentation from Marathon Development regarding the 100 College Arms site, along with routine approvals of minutes, expenditures, resolutions, and a consultant report. The meeting also includes an executive session.

• Presentation from Marathon Development on 100 College Arms
• Consultant report by Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 24, 2025
• Approval of expenditures and resolutions
• Executive session at call of the Chair

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation approved a $10,185.40 proposal from Advanced POS Systems to relocate security cameras and related equipment for the East Parcel of the Sleepy Hollow Commons project. The board also approved expenditures of $18,625.38 and the minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting. The annual resolution to adopt policies and appoint officers was tabled. No action was taken during executive session.

• Approved $10,185.40 security camera relocation proposal from Advanced POS Systems (5-0)
• Approved expenditures totaling $18,625.38 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 24, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Tabled annual resolution on policies, officers, and appointments

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss a cannabis law, a settlement for Housing Fund Inc., a T-Mobile lease agreement, and a new parking ticket system. They will also consider authorizing a bid for the Route 9 Sidewalk Project and approving a snow and ice agreement. Several other items include a presentation on 100 College Arms, a Harriet Tubman Resolution, and a zoning proposal.

• Discussion of Cannabis Law
• Settlement for Housing Fund Inc.
• Authorize Bid for Route 9 Sidewalk Project
• T-Mobile Lease Agreement
• New Parking Ticket System

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will vote on a resolution supporting the nomination of the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad New York Scenic Byway and adoption of a corridor management plan. They will also discuss a $2.99–$3.23 million project to build a skate park, two tennis/pickleball courts, and a community promenade on the East Parcel. Additionally, the board will consider service contracts for gate maintenance at the water treatment plant ($541.88) and generator maintenance (annual or semi-annual options), and receive a NYSDOT letter regarding supplemental agreements for snow and ice seasons.

• Resolution supporting Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad New York Scenic Byway nomination and corridor management plan adoption
• Skate park, racquet sport courts (tennis/pickleball), and community promenade project on East Parcel, approx. $3 million
• Gate Solutions service contract for Sleepy Hollow Water Treatment Plant: $541.88 per year
• Gentech generator maintenance agreement for 450 kW Cummins unit: $950/semi-annual visit or $1,200/annual visit
• NYSDOT supplemental agreements and 5-year extensions for snow and ice seasons (2022/2023, 2023/2024, 2024/2025)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider adopting Local Law #2 of 2025 to establish affordable housing standards for the Lighthouse Landing River Front Development. The proposal creates a priority system for emergency volunteers, village employees, seniors, and local workers. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding e-bikes.

• Public hearing on E-Bikes
• Adoption of Affordable Housing Guidelines for Lighthouse Landing River Front Development
• Authorization of a traffic study for Route 9 and Hemlock Drive (North)
• Awarding of bid for Water Main Repair Site Work
• Approval of Music Festival contracts

Local Development Corporation

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation will convene to approve minutes from February 10, 2025, and approve expenditures and resolutions. A consultant report from Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC is scheduled. The meeting also includes old/new business and a possible executive session.

• Approval of meeting minutes from February 10, 2025
• Approval of expenditures (no amounts specified)
• Approval of resolutions (details not provided)
• Consultant report by Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC
• Executive session at call of the chair

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation approved a resolution to extend and amend its professional services agreement with Pace University's Land Use Law Center for 2025, with a payment cap of $92,700. The board also approved expenditures totaling $1,554,755.17 and the minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a presentation on grant opportunities and a consultant report on ongoing projects.

• Approved Pace University contract extension up to $92,700 (5-0)
• Approved expenditures of $1,554,755.17 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 10, 2025 meeting (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on a proposed medical office building at 5 Legend Drive, a deli/market at 377 North Broadway, and continue a hearing for a parking area at 16 Hudson Street (adjournment requested). Discussions include a 4-story self-storage facility at 309-315 North Broadway and waterfront open space phases. Preliminary presentations cover a 105-unit mixed-use development (adjournment requested), a 14-unit apartment, townhomes, and an emergency generator. Several items are for discussion or preliminary review only.

• Public hearing for proposed medical office building at 5 Legend Drive (Edge-on-Hudson Riverfront Development)
• Continued public hearing for parking area at 16 Hudson Street (adjournment requested)
• Public hearing for proposed deli/market at 377 North Broadway
• Discussion of proposed 4-story self-storage facility at 309-315 North Broadway
• Preliminary presentation for 105-unit mixed-use development at 100 College Avenue (adjournment requested)

The Sleepy Hollow Planning Board approved an amended site plan for an emergency generator at Kendal-on-Hudson (1010 Kendal Way) and granted a second extension for the 14-unit apartment building at 135 Beekman Avenue. Several other applications were discussed or adjourned, including the Edge-on-Hudson medical office building, a proposed deli/market at 377 North Broadway, and three townhome buildings on Legend Drive and Hollows Pass. The board also approved meeting minutes from November 21, 2024, December 19, 2024, and January 16, 2025.

• Approved amended site plan for emergency generator at Kendal-on-Hudson (6-0)
• Approved second extension for site plan at 135 Beekman Avenue (6-0)
• Adjourned public hearing for Edge-on-Hudson medical office building to March 20 (6-0)
• Adjourned public hearing for 16 Hudson Street parking area to March 20 (6-0)
• Adjourned public hearing for 377 North Broadway deli/market to March 20 (6-0)
• Referred 50 Hudson Street three-family residence to Zoning Board of Appeals
• Directed draft resolutions for three townhome buildings on Legend Drive and Hollows Pass
• Approved minutes for November 21, 2024 (5-0-1), December 19, 2024 (6-0), and January 16, 2025 (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold continued public hearings on two applications: a proposed medical office building with attached parking at Edge-on-Hudson (1,3,5 Legend Drive) by SDC Lighthouse Landing Communities, and a proposed basement apartment at 131 Beekman Avenue by 131 Beekman, LLC. The board will also approve minutes from its January 15, 2025 meeting.

• Continued public hearing: SDC Lighthouse Landing Communities — medical office building with attached parking structure at 1,3,5 Legend Drive (Edge-on-Hudson)
• Continued public hearing: 131 Beekman, LLC — proposed basement apartment at 131 Beekman Avenue
• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2025

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved two applications: a basement apartment at 131 Beekman Avenue and area variances for a medical office building with attached parking structure at Edge-on-Hudson. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0) with conditions, including parking management requirements. The board also tabled approval of the January 15, 2025 minutes.

• Approved basement apartment at 131 Beekman Avenue with conditions (5-0)
• Approved area variances for medical office building at 1,3,5 Legend Drive with conditions (5-0)
• Tabled approval of January 15, 2025 minutes

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees holds a work session to discuss several administrative and policy items, including approving LOSAP points for fire and ambulance volunteers, a maintenance agreement for the Water Department, and a new phone system. Notable discussions include regulations for e-bikes, a no-parking proposal on Gory Brook Road, and a public hearing for a local cannabis law. The meeting also includes a grievance night and an executive session. No votes are scheduled; all items are discussions only.

• Discussion: Approve LOSAP points for fire and ambulance volunteers
• Discussion: No Parking on Gory Brook Road
• Discussion: E-Bikes Regulations
• Discussion: Public Hearing for Cannabis Law
• Discussion: North Hemlock/Rt 9 Intersection Study

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct public hearings regarding e-bikes and parking restrictions on Gory Brook Road. The body will also consider resolutions concerning sanitation rates, grant administration, and a security key system.

• Public hearings on E-Bikes and Gory Brook Road parking restrictions
• Resolution R9: Approve Sanitation Rates
• Resolution R11: Authorize RFP for Electronic Security Key System
• Resolution R7: Approve Grant Administrator Contract
• Resolution R5: Acknowledge Bridge NY Grant

Local Development Corporation

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation will meet to review a presentation regarding CPP Housing - College Arms. The body will also consider the approval of expenditures and resolutions.

• Presentation on CPP Housing - College Arms
• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of resolutions
• Consultant report from Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation approved a resolution authorizing up to $110 million in tax-exempt and/or taxable revenue bonds for the acquisition and renovation of the 100 College Arms affordable housing facility. The board also approved minutes from January 27, 2025, and expenditures totaling $12,649.53. No action was taken during executive session.

• Adopted resolution 02/01/2025 authorizing up to $110M in bonds for 100 College Arms project (5-0)
• Approved January 27, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-1, Connell abstained)
• Approved expenditures of $12,649.53 (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider two resolutions: one to accept a federal grant for the Devries Avenue Bridge Deck Replacement project, appropriating $100,000 from the Capital Fund for design costs, and another to amend the budget for $107,247 in grant proceeds for the Pocantico River and Devries Park Improvement Project. The board will also review a two-year professional services contract with The Fiona Company LLC for grant administration at $150 per hour, and a musical services agreement with John Stevens Doubleshot for a $2,100 performance at Kingsland Park on September 27, 2025.

• Resolution accepting federal grant for Devries Avenue Bridge Deck Replacement over Pocantico River, appropriating $100,000 from Capital Fund
• Resolution to amend budget for $107,247 grant proceeds for Pocantico River and Devries Park Improvement Project
• Two-year professional services contract with The Fiona Company LLC for grant administration at $150 per hour
• Musical services agreement with John Stevens Doubleshot for $2,100 performance at Kingsland Park on September 27, 2025

Board of Trustees

The Village Board will discuss the ranked priority list of capital projects for the upcoming budget cycle. The list includes 67 projects totaling $96,045,118 in capital costs, with $11,823,203 in grant funding. Projects range from solar panels and police equipment to major infrastructure like a new DPW building and bridge over tracks.

• Bridge Over Tracks ($30,000,000)
• New DPW Building ($16,000,000)
• Pipe and Drainage Improvements ($10,000,000)
• Village Hall Renovation ($5,000,000)
• LDC Multipurpose Field ($2,125,000)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss the capital budget, sanitation rates, and cannabis legislation. The meeting includes updates on affordable housing and the Police Commissioner referendum. Members will also review staffing and contract needs for the DPW and police department.

• Discussion of Capital Budget and sanitation rates
• Review of cannabis legislation and affordable housing
• Discussion on Grants Administrator contract
• Discussion on hiring a Police Sergeant and seasonal DPW staff
• Update on the Police Commissioner referendum

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will continue a public hearing regarding affordable housing standards and guidelines for the Lighthouse Landing River Front Development. The meeting also includes several resolutions concerning village appointments, grants, and local regulations.

• Public hearing on amending Village Law Chapter 105 for affordable housing at Lighthouse Landing
• Appointment of Steven Figueiredo as Assistant Court Clerk at an annual salary of $60,000
• Proposed public hearings for e-bikes and no parking on Gorey Brook Road
• Acknowledgment of grants for a skate park, Barnhart Park playground, EV charging stations, and a pervious paver project
• Approval of pergolas at Edge on Hudson

The Board of Trustees approved a warrant authorizing payment of $325,154.79 in invoices. A public hearing was held on amending the Affordable Housing Standards for Lighthouse Landing, and the board tabled Resolution #3 on water meter penalties. The board also received reports from the police, building, and tree departments, and acknowledged several grants.

• Approved warrant authorizing $325,154.79 in invoice payments
• Closed public hearing on amending Village Law Chapter 105 Affordable Housing Standards for Lighthouse Landing
• Tabled Resolution #3 - Approve Water Meter Penalties
• Acknowledged $400,000 grant from Governor Hochul for Sleepy Hollow Commons project
• Acknowledged grants for Skate Park, Barnhart Park Playground, EV Charging Stations, Pervious Paver Project, and 150th Anniversary Block Party
• Received application from Elizabeth Smith for cannabis dispensary at 103 Legend Drive

Local Development Corporation

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation will meet to approve minutes from January 13, 2024, approve expenditures, and consider resolutions. The board will also receive a consultant report from Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Approval of meeting minutes from January 13, 2024
• Approval of expenditures (amounts not specified)
• Approval of resolutions (details not provided)
• Consultant report by Dan Briar of Paragon-On-Hudson LLC
• Executive session at call of chair

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation approved expenditures totaling $96,625.97 and the minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting. No resolutions were considered. The board heard a consultant report on construction progress and future planning, then entered executive session for contract negotiations but took no action.

• Approved January 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved expenditures of $96,625.97

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees holds a work session to discuss a presentation from the Sleepy Hollow Arts Collective, a $5,000 contract for the Fantastic Cat performance at the Sleepy Hollow Music Festival, a proposed e-bike local law, and several grant resolutions for parks, playgrounds, and EV charging. No votes are taken; these are preliminary discussions.

• Presentation by Sleepy Hollow Arts Collective
• Discussion: Approve contract for Fantastic Cat at Sleepy Hollow Music Festival ($5,000 guarantee)
• Discussion: E-Bike Local Law
• Discussion: DeVries Park Grant
• Discussion: Grant resolutions for skate park, Barnhart Park playground, EV charging station, and pervious paver project

The Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees held a work session on January 21, 2025, discussing multiple items but taking no formal votes. They agreed to place grant acceptance resolutions on the next agenda, supported setting public hearings for an e-bike regulation law and a no-parking zone on Gory Brook Road, and discussed a $250,000 Devries Park grant, favoring a third racquetball/pickleball court pending feasibility. No final decisions were made; all actions are scheduled for future meetings.

• Scheduled grant acceptance resolutions for next meeting agenda
• Supported setting public hearing on e-bike regulation law
• Supported setting public hearing on no-parking zone on Gory Brook Road
• Favored adding third racquetball/pickleball court at Devries Park, pending feasibility
• Agreed to approve $2,689.12 tax refund to 16 Hudson Street owner at next meeting
• Agreed to approve $1,165.31 water refund to 153 Webber Avenue owner, rescind prior resolution
• Requested engineer's report on 11 River Street rip rap, recommended condo board pay
• Moved into executive session for personnel and legal matters

Planning Board

The Sleepy Hollow Planning Board will hold a work session and regular meeting on January 16, 2025. The agenda includes public hearings for a medical office building, a parking area, a deli/market, and a preliminary presentation for a 105-unit multifamily development. Discussions are scheduled for the Edge-on-Hudson Riverfront Development phases and a special permit for pergolas. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing for Edge-on-Hudson Block A medical office building (pending ZBA approval)
• Public hearing for a proposed parking area at 16 Hudson Street
• Public hearing for a proposed deli/market at 377 North Broadway
• Preliminary presentation for a 105-unit multifamily development at 100 College Avenue (subdivision, special permit, site plan)
• Discussion of Phase III Waterfront Open for Edge-on-Hudson (site plan and wetlands permit)

The Sleepy Hollow Planning Board approved a resolution allowing One Kingsland Owner LLC to install a temporary sales trailer at 405 Legend Drive for the Edge-on-Hudson development, waiving the public hearing. The board also continued public hearings for a medical office building and a parking area, and discussed but took no action on a proposed self-storage facility and a 105-unit mixed-use development.

• Approved temporary sales trailer at 405 Legend Drive (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for Block A medical office building to Feb 20 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 16 Hudson Street parking area to Feb 20 (5-0)
• Tabled approval of Nov 21 and Dec 19 minutes to Feb 20

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two development proposals: a continued hearing for a basement apartment at 131 Beekman Avenue and a new hearing for a medical office building with attached parking structure at 1,3,5 Legend Drive. The board will also consider approval of minutes from November 20 and December 18, 2024.

• Continued public hearing for proposed basement apartment at 131 Beekman Avenue by 131 Beekman, LLC
• Public hearing for proposed medical office building with attached parking structure at 1,3,5 Legend Drive (Edge-on-Hudson Riverfront Development) by SDC Lighthouse Landing Communities, LLC
• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2024 and December 18, 2024

The Sleepy Hollow Zoning Board of Appeals met on January 15, 2025, and took no final decisions on the two agenda items. Both public hearings—for a proposed basement apartment at 131 Beekman Avenue and for a medical office building with parking structure at Edge-on-Hudson—were adjourned to the February 19, 2025 meeting. The board also approved the minutes from its November 20 and December 18, 2024 meetings.

• Adjourned 131 Beekman LLC basement apartment hearing to Feb. 19, 2025 (4-0)
• Adjourned SDC Lighthouse Landing medical office building hearing to Feb. 19, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Nov. 20, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec. 18, 2024 (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct public hearings regarding affordable housing and historic preservation. Members will also vote on resolutions concerning local events and infrastructure projects.

• Public hearings on Affordable Housing and Historic Preservation
• Resolution to declare Lead Agency for Water Reservoir Repair Project
• Approval of Mermaid Festival and St. Patrick's Parade
• Agreement with North East Recreation
• Water refund for 135 ½ Webber Avenue

The Board of Trustees held public hearings on affordable housing at Emerson and a proposed Historic Preservation Law, with no decisions made. The affordable housing hearing was adjourned to January 28. The board approved warrants totaling $694,905.81 and approved minutes from December 17, 2024, and January 7, 2025.

• Approved warrants totaling $694,905.81 (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of December 17, 2024 (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of January 7, 2025 (motion carried)
• Adjourned affordable housing public hearing to January 28 (no vote recorded)

Local Development Corporation

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation meets to approve minutes, expenditures, and resolutions. A consultant from Paragon-On-Hudson LLC will report. The meeting is largely procedural with no major financial or project specifics listed.

• Approval of December 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of resolutions
• Consultant report from Dan Briar, Paragon-On-Hudson LLC

The Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation approved expenditures totaling $514,387.25 and the minutes from the December 16, 2024 meeting. The board also entered executive session to discuss contract negotiations, real property, and litigation, but took no action there. Consultant reports covered project updates, including a denied grant for a salt shed.

• Approved December 16, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved expenditures of $514,387.25 (5-0)
• Entered executive session for contract negotiations, real property, and litigation (4-0)
• Exited executive session with no action taken (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees holds a work session to discuss ten agenda items, including capital planning, zoning updates, and multiple grants and agreements. All items are discussions only, with no binding decisions made. An executive session is scheduled at the call of the mayor.

• Presentation on Mermaid Festival
• Capital planning discussion
• Pergolas at Edge-on-Hudson discussion
• Devries Park grant discussion
• Zoning updates discussion