Frequently Asked Questions by Residents

Last Updated 2009.07.27

Upcoming/Recent Events
Farmer’s Market Opened - Sat, May 30th, 7:00am to 1:00pm, Memorial Plaza

Q: Do you know you can watch Board Meetings, School Meetings, and a number of other events live and recorded?
A: They are available via the PCTV76 website.

Q: What's going on with the run-down home at 55 Pleasant Avenue?
A: The County is considering donating the above dilapidated home for rehabilitation for middle class housing as managed by A-Home, a non-profit. The house would include an accessory apartment as well. This is allowed under Village Zoning ordinances (section 185-31). Currently, it's not on Village tax rolls and is an eye sore. So, this could be a win-win situation. There has been some local neighborhood negative feedback due to flood control and house size issues. This project is still in the planning phase.

Q: What is the status with Verizon FiOS TV service?
A: The board has been negotiating with Verizon almost on a daily basis as reported by the Mayor, and has requested the same deal offered to neighboring municipalities. Verizon has been extremely slow to respond. The Village TV station and other services are based on the tv fees, so it's important they are not cut. Once Verizon offers a "fair" amount, they will be welcomed into the community. Keep in mind, Verizon FiOS internet costs more than Cablevision's so I'm not sure it'll reduce everyone's cable costs.

Q: What is the status of the Church Street sidewalks?
A: At the Mon 5/18 board meeting, the board has hired a traffic engineering company (Adler) to look into the feasibility of sidewalks on Chruch Street. At the end of June 09, Adler should have their initial report ready. Board had been looking into what options exists from a traditional sidewalk to path.

Q: How can I ask a question?
A: Send an email to Ben Serebin. My email address is: ben "the @ symbol" serebin "dot" com.

Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Village Board Agenda 12/29/08

[Sorry for the delay in posting. I thought I posted this. There was talk about the purpose of this on the Yahoo groups, but no information was provided. If I find out, I'll follow-up in the comments for this post, but I suspect/guess this is related to the Sergeant Bonura Police lawsuit. -Ben]

MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2008
8:00PM

Resolution:
Res. No. 2008-247-Engaging Bryan Cave, LLP for Special Counsel

Monday, December 29, 2008

Architectural Review Board Agendas 01/08/09

Architectural Review Board Meeting
Thursday January 8, 2009
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall, 2nd floor
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

1. Hilmar Development Group, 343 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed wall signage

2. Sun’s Nails - 475 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed awning signage

Friday, December 26, 2008

RBA Group's Downtown Pedestrian and Traffic Improvement Proposal

Below is the YouTube link to the RBA Group's Downtown Circulation Proposal. Presentation highlights upcoming improvements to Village intersections for pedestrians and traffic.

Presented by Joseph Scott Menzer, PE
Project Manager, The RBA Group

This video discusses changes to and around the Memorial Plaza area. This study was also called "Memorial Plaza Intermodal Access Project".

Hightlights
- focus is on access roads to Memorial Plaza (a later project is to focus on Memorial Plaza itself)
- improvements on Manville & Bedford Road
- largest change was removing "slip-lane" that left Memorial to Manville Road. This will increase the size of the plaza and improve pedestrian walking. Study shows no effect in traffic.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSki_m24Nbg

Saturday, December 20, 2008

Village Board Regular Board Meeting Agenda 12/22/08

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2008
8:00PM

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

Work Session, Monday, January 5, 2009 at 7:00pm

Regular Meeting Monday, January 12, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm

Oral Communication:
Certificate of Appreciation to Josh Whalen for Dog Park Agility Equipment

Public Hearing
Cold War Veterans Exemption

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-242-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-243-Approval of Minutes/December 8 & 15, 2008
Res. No. 2008-244-Appointment to Mount Pleasant Library Board
Res. No. 2008-245-Approval of Retainer Agreement/Bond Schoeneck & King
Res. No. 2008-246-Local Law Amending the Village Code Entitled “Cold War Veterans Exemption

Village Board Work Session Agenda 12/22/08

BOARD OF TRUSTEES
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM

7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Recreation Updates/Superintendent of Recreation
Small Claims Review/Talio Property Damage

Monday, December 15, 2008

Village Board Special Meeting Agenda 12/15/08

SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2008

11:30AM

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-241-Introductory Local Law Adding a New Chapter to the Code of the Village of Pleasantville Entitled “Cold War Veterans’ Exemption”

11:30am Executive Session
Advice of Legal Counsel

Sunday, December 7, 2008

Annual Pet Food Drive at Prudential Holmes & Kennedy Real Estate

[Re-posted from Pleasantville Yahoo Mailing List. -Ben]

Hello All....................

We are sponsoring the annual Pet Food Drive at Prudential Holmes and Kennedy Real Estate. Please Contribute to this worthy cause.

I will be collecting dog and cat food here at my office @ 343 Manville Rd. Pleasantville..It will be donated to the SPCA in Briarcliff.

Sorry, we are not able to take towels, blankets, sheets etc..
Just Pet Food. ( cans or bags)

We will gladly pick up at your home if it is difficult to carry in. Just give me a call, leave a message and I will get back to you.

THANK YOU VERY MUCH !!!!!

JAYNE BEGLEY GRI CRS
Associate Broker / Manager
Prudential Holmes & Kennedy Real Estate
343 Manville Road
Pleasantville NY 10570
914-769-3322 ext. 319

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 12/08/08

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2008
8:00PM

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

Regular Meeting Monday, December 22, 2008 with a Work Session at 7:00pm

Oral Communication:
YOUTH RECOGNITION

PUBLIC HEARING:
Public Hearing regarding a Local Law Amending Chapter 185 Zoning, Section 185-3 Definitions and Word Use and Section 185-19 Central Business A-1 District

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-233-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-234-Approval of Minutes/November 24, 2008
Res. No. 2008-235-Authorization to Pay Small Claims Settlement
Res. No. 2008-236-Approval of 2010-2011 Snow and Ice Agreement with New York State Dept. Of Transportation
Res. No. 2008-237-SEQRA Determination for Purchase & Installation of a Traffic Signal
Res. No. 2008-238-Award of Recreation Facility Plan Consultant
Res. No. 2008-239-Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Westchester County Re: Access to County Clerk’s Land Use Records
Res. No. 2008-240-Authorization to Sign IMA with Pleasantville Fire Dept Re: Use of Village Maintenance Garage

Village Board Work Session Agenda 12/08/08

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM

7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Playground Equipment/Soldiers & Sailors

Monday, December 1, 2008

Architectural Review Board Agenda 12/04/08

Architectural Review Board Meeting
Thursday December 4, 2008
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

Manville Holdings LLC, 332 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed site signage amendments

Village Board Work Session Agenda 12/01/08

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM

7:00pm-9:00pm Executive Session
Police Disciplinary Matter

Sunday, November 23, 2008

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 11/24/08

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2008
8:00PM

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

Work Session, Monday, December 1, 2008 at 7:00pm

Regular Meeting, Monday, December 8, 2008 at 8:00pm, with a Work Session at 7:00pm

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-227-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-228-Approval of Minutes/November 10, 2008
Res. No. 2008-228-Suspension of Short-Term Metered Parking for Holidays
Res. No. 2008-230-Acknowledging Audit of Justice Court
Res. No. 2008-231-Approval of Budget Amendment
Res. No. 2008-232-Authorization to Pay Small Claims Settlements
Res. No. 2008-233-Authorizing the Issuance of a $350,000 Serial Bond to Finance the Purchase and Installation of a Traffic Signal

Village Board Work Session Agenda 11/17/08

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM


7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Village Manhole Back-Up Small Claim
Village Right-of-Way Parking Request
Holiday Parking Meter Fees
Soldiers & Sailors Facility Update
Reciprocal Agreements to Exemption Filing
Recreation Center Study Discussion


9:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Police Internal Affairs

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Planning Commission Agenda 11/26/08

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
November 26, 2008
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

1. Triumph Development LLC- Sarles Lane, Pleasantville N.Y Request by applicant for extension of preliminary plat approval - CONTINUED REVIEW WITH APPLICANT

2. Kass Realty Company – 21 Paulding Street, Pleasantville, N.Y. Proposed legalization of interior renovations - REVIEW BY PLANNING COMMISSION FOR FUTURE REFERRAL TO ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda 11/20/08

Thursday November 20, 2008
8:15P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

1. Case No. 2008-17 – Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Morea – 2 Brentwood Drive, Pleasantville, New York- Proposal to widen an existing driveway on-site in violation of section 185-38.E which prohibits parking a required front yard

2. Case No. 2008-18– Mr. Richard Reda – 23 Great Oak Lane, Pleasantville, New York- Proposal to enclose an existing screen on-site in violation of section 185-36.B.(1) schedule I “bulk requirements” and 185-46.C.(2) “exceptions” regarding an insufficient yard setbacks and expansion of a pre-existing non-complying building

Central Business Master Plan Update Committee Meeting

[Everyone is welcome especially business owners. -Ben]

Sub-Committee Presentations and Updates
Data Gathering Sub-Committee
Planning Policy Sub-Committee
Review of Current Zoning Sub-Committee
Urban Layout and Design Sub-Committee

Additional Agenda Item:
Identify additional issues that the Committees should address

EXCITING THINGS ARE HAPPENING IN PLEASANTVILLE
PLEASE COPY AND PAST THE FOLLOWING IN YOUR WEB-BROWSER TO HEAR WHAT MAYOR BERNARD GORDON, CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT MASTER PLAN UPDATE COMMITTEE CHAIR-PERSONS, PETER RUSSELL AND STEVE LOPEZ HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THE VILLAGE'S EXCITING NEW
CENTRAL BUSINESS MASTER PLAN UPDATE COMMITTEE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rY--r8qwFTY

Friday, November 7, 2008

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 11/10/08

[As announced on Fri 11/7 -Ben]

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2008

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

Office Closed Tuesday, November 11th, in Observance of Veteran’s Day

Work Session, Monday, November, 17, 2008 at 7:00pm

The Board of Trustees will meet on Monday, November 24, 2008, 8:30am (for the express purpose of paying bills).

Annual Youth Recognition Night, Monday, December 8, 2008 at 8:00pm

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-216-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-217-Approval of Minutes/October 20, 2008
Res. No. 2008-218-Accepting Donations for Senior Programs
Res. No. 2008-219-Authorization to Surplus Village Equipment
Res. No. 2008-220-Renewal of Pool Concession Agreement
Res. No. 2008-221-SEQRA Determination for Verizon Cellular Lease
Res. No. 2008-222-Authorization to Sign Agreement with Verizon for a Cellular Tower Lease
Res. No. 2008-223-Authorization to Sign Agreement with Westchester County Re:Roselle Park Neighborhood Improvement Project Grant
Res. No. 2008-224-Approval of Annual Holiday Sing & Tree Lighting
Res. No. 2008-225-Approval to Use Memorial Plaza Re: Garden Club
Res. No. 2008-226-Continuation of a Public Hearing-Re:Local Law Amending Chapter 185 Zoning, Section 185-3 Definitions and Word Use and Section 185-19 Central Business A-1 District

Village Board Work Session Agenda 11/10/08

BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION AGENDA
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM

Recreation R.F.P Proposals
7:00pm James Coleman Architect
7:30pm Lothrop Associates
8:30pm John Sullivan Architect

8:00pm REGULAR BOARD MEETING

Monday, November 3, 2008

Village Board Work Session Agenda 11/03/08

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM

7:00pm Audit Report Fiscal Year Ending 08/Final Audit

8:00PM MISCELLANEOUS ADMINISTRATIVE
CDBG Presentation - Roselle Park Area
Improvements/Suzette LoPane

Sunday, November 2, 2008

Planning Commission Agenda 11/12/08

Planning Commission Meeting
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

1. David Sims – 51 Guion Street, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed re-subdivision of property to establish a new single family dwelling
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION PLAT

2. Christine E. Connelly – 260 Broadway, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed additions to existing single- family residence within designated wetlands

3. Shirley B. DiPace – 109 & 147 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed exterior storage, fencing and associated site plan modifications

Architectural Review Board Agendas Architectural Review Board Agenda 11/06/08

Architectural Review Board Meeting
Thursday November 6, 2008
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

1. Jessie’s Villa – 160 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed wall signage and pole sign modification

Saturday, October 25, 2008

Planning Commission Agenda 10/22/08

[Apologies for the delay in posting, but posted for historical purposes. -Ben]

Planning Commission Meeting
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
8:00 PM
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

1. Triumph Development LLC- Sarles Lane , Pleasantville New York- Request by applicant for extension of preliminary plat approval

2. Discussion - request from Patricia Dwyer, Village Administrator to designate a board liaison to the CBD (Central Business District) Master Plan Update Committee

Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda 10/30/08

Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Thursday October 30, 2008
8:15 PM
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

1. Case No. 2008-13 – Mr. and Mrs. Brian Murphy – 156 Mountain Road, Pleasantville, New York- Proposal to construct a new rear addition to increase the size of the existing master bedroom on-site in violation of section 185-36.B.(1) schedule I “bulk requirements” and 185-46.C.(2) “exceptions” regarding an insufficient side yard setbacks, and expansion of a pre-existing non-complying building

2. Case No. 2008-14 – Ms. Frances Moretti – 30 Columbus Avenue, Pleasantville, New York- Proposal to construct a new one story addition on-site in violation of section 185-36.B.(1) schedule I “bulk requirements” and 185-46.C.(2) “exceptions” regarding an insufficient front yard setback, and expansion of a pre-existing non-complying building

Monday, October 20, 2008

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 10/20/08

[As received via email from the Village website. Corrected spelling mistake. As always, I'll post my comments after the meeting. -Ben]

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2008
8:00PM

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

JOINT MEETING WITH SCHOOL BOARD, Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 7:30pm, Pleasantville High School

Frank Galvin Street Naming Dedication, Wednesday, October 22, 2008, 5:30pm at the corner of Academy and Bedford Road

Work Session, Monday November 3, 2008 at 7:00pm

Regular Meeting Monday, November 10, 2008 at 8:00pm with a Work Session preceding at 7:00pm

Public Hearing
Continuation of a Local Law Amending Chapter 185 Zoning, Section 185-3 Definitions and Word Use and Section 185-19 Central Business A-1 District

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-209-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-210-Approval of Minutes - October 6, 2008
Res. No. 2008-211-Establishing Hours For Village Assessor
Res. No. 2008-212-Releasing & Renewing Bonds with Omnipoint Communications
Res. No. 2008-213-Approval of Budget Amendments
Res. No. 2008-214-Award of Bid/Soldiers & Sailors Facility
Res. No. 2008-215-Bond Anticipation Note Authorization for HVAC Project

Village Board Work Session Agenda 10/20/08

[As received by email announcement. See the Village Website to sign-up for these. As always, I'll post my comments after the meeting.]

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM

7:15pm PEAK/Pleasantville Music Festival Update

7:30pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
PCTC/Webcasting Presentation
Bisou Pattisserie/Carolyn Atamian/Request for additional Seating
Designating a Handicap Parking Space in Memorial Plaza

8:00pm BOARD MEETING

8:30pm Nannahagan Road/Speed Hump Report/RBA Group
Intermodel Study Update/RBA Group

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Central Business District Master Plan Update Committee Meeting 10/15/08

Central Business District Master Plan Update Committee Meeting
will be held on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 at 7:30pm
Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor Board Room

The Central Business District Master Plan Update Committee was formed to recommend to the Board of Trustees whether to make changes and if so what changes to the Village’s Master Plan as it pertains to the Central Business District (CBD) as defined as those properties lying within the A1 Zoning District and such other commercial areas.

The public is welcome and encouraged to attend these meetings.

If you are interested in serving on the committee please contact co-chairs, Peter Russell 769-5889 or Steve Lopez 769-7606.

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Journal News Article - Pleasantville Rally for Detective Bonura 10/06/08

The following article was in the Journal News about discussing the Pleasantville Rally for Detective Bonura that occurred at the Monday, October 6, 2008 Board of Trustees Work Session Meeting. You can see my notes about the meeting in the Work Session posting. The local news was present at the meeting and video taped a portion of it.

http://www.serebin.com/ben/pleasantville.blog/Pleasantville_Rally.for.Detective.Bonura_2008.10.06.pdf

- Ben Serebin

Monday, October 6, 2008

Central Business District Master Plan Update Committee Upcoming Meeting - 10/01/08

[Spelling correction. Posted for historical purposes. -Ben Serebin

THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT MASTER PLAN UPDATE COMMITTEE
WILL BE HOLDING A MEETING
ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2008, 7:30PM
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE, PLEASANTVILLE, NY
2ND FLOOR BOARD ROOM

INITIAL PRESENTATION COVERING AN UPDATE ON THE GOALS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE
EXISTING MASTER PLAN, IMPORTANT ISSUES TO BE ADDRESSED IN THE COMING MONTHS AND HOW
TO SEEK TO ENGAGE FULL PUBLIC PARTICIPATION.

PLEASE LOOK FOR BACKGROUND MATERIAL ON THE VILLAGE WEBSITE EARLY NEXT WEEK

PERSONS INTERESTED IN SERVING ON THIS COMMITTE MAY CONTACT CO-CHAIRS
PETER RUSSELL 769-5889
STEPHEN LOPEZ 769-7606

PETER ESCHWEILER, CHAIR EMERITUS

Architectural Review Board Agendas Architectural Review BoardAgenda 10/02/08

[Posted late. Sorry about that. I figured it's better to have it available for historical purposes. -Ben Serebin]

Architectural Review Board Meeting
Thursday October 2, 2008
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

Pleasant Village Estates – 21 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed new single family residence

Anthony Giorgio – 51 Skytop Drive Lot # 1, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to construct a new single-family dwelling on-site

Hudson Dental Care – 75 Cooley Street, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed wall signage

Foxwood Condominiums – Building 16, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to reconstruct building 16 which was destroyed by fire

Village Board Work Session Agenda 10/6/08

[FYI: Executive Session is closed to the Public as I noted below. -Ben Serebin]

BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM

7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Fire District Agreement/Use of Village Maintenance Garage
Soldiers and Sailors Facility Update

8:00pm BOARD MEETING

9:30pm EXECUTIVE SESSION [Closed to the Public]
Cablevision Franchise Negotiations

Village Board Regular Board Meeting Agenda 10/06/08

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2008
8:00PM

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

No Meeting - October 13, 2008 - COLUMBUS DAY HOLIDAY

Regular Meeting Monday, October 20, 2008 with a Work Session at 7:00pm

JOINT MEETING WITH SCHOOL BOARD, Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 7:30pm, Pleasantville High School

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-202-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-203-Approval of Minutes/September 22, 2008
Res. No. 2008-204-Amending Resolution 2007-172 “Establishing a Central
Business District Master Plan Update Committee
Res. No. 2008-205-Establishing Date of Village Election
Res. No. 2008-206-Approval of Change Order Request/Sanitary Sewer Lining
and Manhole Rehabilitation
Res. No. 2008-207-Appointment of Part-Time Assessor
Res. No. 2008-208-Appointment of Town of Mount Pleasant Building Inspector as Acting Building Inspector for the Village of Pleasantville

Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Village Board Meeting Documentation 9/22/08

Hello Residents,

Here are some important documents that are relating to the Village Board Meeting on September 22, 2008. Review and do not hesitate to ask questions about this. This is OUR tax-paying money.

Highlight - The Treasurer's Reports are the most interesting. The largest expense is the police department (combined divisions) at $2.8 million dollars which dwarfs all other expenses. It's almost 1/4 of all expenses for the Village.

Clinton Street Senior Center Evaluation of Staffing Document

Pleasantville Village Current Expenditures for 2008 & 2009 Document

Pleasantville Village Current Revenues for 2008 & 2009 Document

-Ben Serebin

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Planning Commission Meeting for 9/24/08 CANCELLED

[As notified by Village Clerk on Tue 9/23. -Ben]

Pleasantville Planning Commission
Meeting for Wednesday, September 24, 2008
HAS BEEN CANCELLED
Please contact Michael Testa, Building Inspector
769-1926 for more information

--------------------------------

Pleasantville Planning Commission
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

1. Media Center for Jacob Burns Film Center – 405 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed modifications to previously approved rooftop plan regarding special events

2. Triumph Development LLC- Sarles Lane , Pleasantville New York- Request by applicant for extension of preliminary plat approval

Sunday, September 21, 2008

Village Board Agendas for 9/22/08

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
Monday, September 22, 2008
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York 10570

7:00pm ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES
Village Treasurer’s Report on FY ending 5/31/08
7:30pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Assessor Interview (Antonio G. Murphy)
8:00pm REGULAR BOARD MEETING
8:30pm ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES (continued)
Sr. Program Updates and Issues
Pleasantville Music Festival Report
9:30pm EXECUTIVE SESSION


REGULAR MEETING AGENDA


BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2008
8:00PM

Announcements: - Call In 769-1677

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

Next Regular Meeting Monday, October 6, 2008 with a Work Session at 7:00pm

No Meeting October 13, 2008 - COLUMBUS DAY HOLIDAY-Change in Oct. Schedule

Regular Meeting Monday, October 20, 2008 with a Work Session at 7:00pm

JOINT MEETING WITH SCHOOL BOARD, Tuesday, October 21, 2007 at 7:30pm, Pleasantville High School


Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-195-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-196-Approval of Minutes/September 8, 2008
Res. No. 2008-197-Authorization to Close Memorial Plaza for Ragamuffin
Parade
Res. No. 2008-198-Authorizing Mayor to Sign Emergency Water Agreement
with the Village of Briarcliff
Res. No. 2008-199-Changing Date for Continued Public Hearing on
Amendments to Zoning Code
Res. No. 2008-200-Authorizing Mayor to Sign Service Agreement with PCTV
Res. No. 2008-201-Authorizing Treasurer to Issue a Bond Authorization Note
for Village Hall HVAC Project
Res. No. 2008-202-Awarding Bid to Carey & Walsh for HVAC Project

Monday, September 15, 2008

Village Board Work Session Agenda 9/15/08

[As a reminder, Executive Session items are not open to the public. - Ben Serebin]

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM


7:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Litigation Updates
PCTV Contract Renewal
Sale of Recreation Center Agreement
8:00pm...........................Assessor Interview
8:30pm...........................Assessor Interview



9:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Nannahagan Speed Humps
HVAC Bid Results with Design Consultants
Soldiers & Sailors Facility Bid Results with Architect
Water Sales to Briarcliff Manor
IMA with Fire District/Use of Highway Garage

Monday, September 8, 2008

Planning Commission Agenda 09/10/08

Pleasantville Planning Commission
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall
2nd Floor
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York


AGENDA

1. DP 17 LLC – 141 Tompkins Avenue, Pleasantville, New York- – Proposal to modify third floor usage from warehouse/manufacturing to office usage

2. Media Center for Jacob Burns Film Center – 405 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed modifications to previously approved to rooftop plan regarding special events


CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
Note: the meeting/hearing concerning this matter will be conducted on-site at 405 Manville Road at the conclusion of the regular meeting

Architectural Review Board Agendas Architectural Review BoardAgenda 9/04/08

[Apologies for the delay in posting this. -Ben Serebin]

Architectural Review Board Meeting
Thursday September 4, 2008
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall
2nd floor
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York


AGENDA


Pleasant Village Estates – 21 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed new single-family residence


Jerry’s Brick Oven Pizza – 475 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to install new entrance sidewalk


U3 Boutique – 473 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed awning/signage -


Anthony Giorgio – 51 Skytop Drive Lot # 1, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to construct a new single-family dwelling on-site


Frank Madonna – 201/501 and 233 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed addition/alterations

Sunday, September 7, 2008

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 9/08/08

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 9/08/08
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2008
8:00PM

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

Monday, September 15, 2008 Work Session 7:00pm

Monday, September 22, 2008 Regular Meeting 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm

Public Hearings
Local Law Adding a new Chapter entitled “Exemption for Persons with Disabilities and Limited Incomes”

Local Law Amending Chapter 185 Zoning, Section 185-3 Definitions and Word Use and Section 185-19 Central Business A-1 District

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-189-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-190-Approval of Minutes/August 28, 2008
Res. No. 2008-191-Accepting Donations for Senior Programs
Res. No. 2008-192-Approval of Block Party Requests
Res. No. 2008-193-Local Law Adding a new Chapter entitled Exemption for Persons with Disabilities and Limited Incomes”

Village Board Agenda Work Session Agenda 9/08/08

Village Board Agenda Work Session Agenda 9/08/08
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570

7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Street Sign Request/In Honor of Frank Galvin
Review of Bid Results-Soldiers & Sailors Facility & HVAC Rehabilitation at Village Hall
Web Casting Agreement

8:00pm BOARD MEETING
- see next posting for full contents

9:15pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Cablevision Franchise Renewal
Personnel Matters/Police Internal Affairs Investigation
Agreement for Recreation Services/Dad’s Club

Friday, August 22, 2008

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 8/25/08

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, AUGUST 25, 2008
8:00PM

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

Monday, September 8, 2008 Regular Meeting 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm

Monday, September 15, 2008 Work Session 7:00pm

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-178-Approval of Minutes/August 11, 2008
Res. No. 2008-179-Approval of Block Party Request/LeLand Avenue
Res. No. 2008-180-Approval of Block Party Request/Sunnyside Avenue
Res. No. 2008-181-Approval of Budget Amendment
Res. No. 2008-182-Accepting Resignation from Police Officer Michael DeMaio
Res. No. 2008-183-Approval of Small Claims Assessment Reviews
Res. No. 2008-184-Authorization to Advertise for RFQ’s/RFP’s for a Recreation Center Siting Study
Res. No. 2008-185-Introductory Local Law -Zoning Changes in the A1 District with respect to permitted uses and separation requirements Chapter 185 Zoning, Sections 185-3 Definitions and Word Use & Section 185-19 Central Business A-1 District
Res. No. 2008-186-Authorization to Submit 2008 Justice Court Assistance Program
Grant
Res. No. 2008-187-Approval of Proposal from Architectural Woodworking Ltd For New Courtroom Bench and Jury Box
Res. No. 2008-188-Amending Parking Permit Sales Policy


Village Board Agenda 8/25/08

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, AUGUST 25, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM

7:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Personnel Evaluation/Village Administrator
Contract Negotiations/Recreation Center

7:30pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Senior Citizen Programs & Services Update
Revised Parking Permit Policy
Web Casting Update

8:00pm BOARD MEETING

9:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Advice of Counsel/Police Personnel Matters

Monday, August 11, 2008

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 08/11/08

[FYI: I label the postings based on the criteria I believe constituents would have an interest in. Do not hesitate to post a comment if you feel otherwise. -Ben]

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, AUGUST 11, 2008
8:00PM


Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York


Monday, August 25, 2008 Regular Meeting 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm


Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-168-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-169-Approval of Minutes/July 28, 2008
Res. No. 2008-170-Approval of Out-of-State Conference Request/Police Chief
Res. No. 2008-171-Accepting Various Donations/Senior Programs
Res. No. 2008-172-Establishing a Central Business District Master Plan Update Committee
Res. No. 2008-173-Introductory Local Law/Exemption for Persons with Disabilities & Limited Incomes
Res. No. 2008-174-Approval of Part-Time Employee Salaries/Sr. Center
Res. No. 2008-175-Authorization to Sign Employment Agreement/Village Administrator
Res. No. 2008-176-Approval of Management/Confidential Salaries
Res. No. 2008-177-Authorization to Bid for New Public Restroom Facility at Soldiers and Sailors Park

Village Board Work Session Agenda 08/11/08

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, AUGUST 11, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570


7:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Assessor Interview


7:30pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Parkway Field Lighting Estimate

8:00pm BOARD MEETING

Work Session Continued
8:30pm RBA’s Traffic Study & Conseptual Design
for the Route 141 (Broadway-Bedford Road) Corridor

Monday, August 4, 2008

Architectural Review Board Agenda 8/07/08

[FYI - corrected spelling mistake and added 914 prefix. -Ben]

Architectural Review Board Meeting
Thursday August 7, 2008
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York


AGENDA

Pleasant Village Estates – 21 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed new single-family residence


Mr. and Mrs. Steven Hardy – 125 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to remove shag bark hickory tree - HOUSE IS LOCATED IN THE SPECIAL CHARACTER OVERLAY DISTRICT


Jerry’s Brick Oven Pizza – 475 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to install new entrance sidewalk


Steve and Jackie Zucker – 301 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to modify previously approved plan/deviation HOUSE IS LOCATED IN THE SPECIAL CHARACTER OVERLAY DISTRICT


Jacob Burns Media Center – 405 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to modify previously approved Architectural Review Board submission


FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION ON EACH CASE PLEASE CONTACT THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT 914-769-1926

Sunday, August 3, 2008

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 7/28/08

[Apologies for the delay in posting this, but I was away on a trip. -Ben]

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, JULY 28, 2008
8:00PM


Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York


Monday, August 11, 2008 Regular Meeting 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm


Oral Communication:


Public Hearing:
Local Law Amending Chapter 173 Vehicles & Traffic, Section 173-60, Schedule XII: Parking Prohibited At All Times of the Village Code of the Village of Pleasantville/Depew Street


Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-159-Approval of a Local Law Amending Chapter 173 Vehicles & Traffic, Section 173-60, Schedule XII Parking Prohibited At All Times/Depew Street
Res. No. 2008-160-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-161-Approval of Minutes/November 26, 2007
Res. No. 2008-162-Approval of Budget Amendments
Res. No. 2008-163-Approval of Planning Advisory Proposal/2008/2009
Res. No. 2008-164-Approval of Police Internship
Res. No. 2008-165-Approval of Block Party Request
Res. No. 2008-166-Appointment to Architectural Review Board
Res. No. 2008-167-Authorization to Engage Services for Small Claims Assessment Hearings
Res. No. 2008-168-Authorization to Sign Proposal for Record Storage Facility Study

Village Board Work Session Agenda 7/28/08

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, JULY 28, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570


7:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Assessor Interview


7:30pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Personnel/Management Evaluations


8:00pm BOARD MEETING


8:30pm WORK SESSION
Parkway Lighting Project Estimate
Central Business District Moratorium/Follow-Up
Legacy Application
Partial Tax Exemption for Disabled

9:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSON
Contract Evaluation/Peak

Thursday, July 17, 2008

Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda 7/31/08

Zoning Board of Appeals
Thursday, July 31, 2008
8:15P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York


AGENDA


1. Case No. 2008-10 – Mr. and Mrs. Henry Leyva – 385 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York- Proposal to construct new side entrance porch, patio, pergola and associated improvements on-site in violation of section 185-36.B.(1) schedule I “bulk requirements” and 185-46.C.(2) “exceptions” regarding an insufficient rear yard setback, excessive development coverage and expansion of a pre-existing non-complying building.


2. Case No. 2008-11 – Mr. Wade Anderson – 90 Grandview Avenue, Pleasantville, New York- Proposal to construct new additions and associated improvements on-site in violation of section 185-36.B.(1) schedule I “bulk requirements” and 185-46.C.(2) “exceptions” regarding an insufficient rear yard setback, side yard setbacks and expansion of a pre-existing non-complying building.


3. Case No. 2008-12 – Mr. Mario Lombardi – 106 Washington Avenue, Pleasantville, New York- Proposal to renovate a portion of the existing second floor to accommodate a new oral surgery practice on-site in violation of section 185-36.B.(7) schedule VII “off street parking and loading requirements” regarding insufficient parking on-site.

Planning Commission Agenda 7/23/08

Planning Commission
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York


AGENDA

1. Media Center for Jacob Burns Film Center – 405 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed modifications

Sunday, July 13, 2008

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 7/14/08

[I previously requested copies of the resolutions so the public would be better informed on what was being voted on. I recommend residents make similar requests to the village administrator, clerk, and board of trustees. -Ben Serebin]

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, JULY 14, 2008
8:00PM


Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York


Monday, July 28, 2008 Regular Meeting 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm


Oral Communication:
Request permission for dance ensemble/John Dexter


Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-149-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-150-Approval of Minutes/June 23, 2008
Res. No. 2008-151-Approval of Block Party
Res. No. 2008-152-Award of Bid for Emergency Generator
Res. No. 2008-153-Notice of Public Hearing/Amending Chapter 173 Vehicles & Traffic, Parking Prohibited at All Times/Vanderbilt Avenue
Res. No. 2008-154-Accepting Donations
Res. No. 2008-155-Authorization to Prepare and Sign Agreement Agreements with N.Y.S. Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Res. No. 2008-156-Appointment of Recreation Assistant/Senior Center
Res. No. 2008-157-Approval of Internship/Police Department
Res. No. 2008-158-Approval of Budget Amendment

Village Board Work Session Agenda 7/14/08

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, JULY 14, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM


7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Sarah Hoyt/PCTV Update
Webcasting Proposal
204 Bedford Road Appraisal Report
Tank Abandonment at 359 Bedford Road

7:30pm Moratorium Reviews/Comments


8:00pm REGULAR BOARD MEETING


Work Session Continued
8:30pm Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Recreation Center Proposals
Parkway Field/Legacy Discussion


9:30pm Executive Session
Management Employee Salary Reviews
Recreation Service Agreement
Treeco Escrow

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

Planning Commission Agenda 7/09/08

Planning Commission Meeting
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York


AGENDA

1. Mario Lombardi- 106 Washington Ave, Pleasantville, New York - REVIEW BY PLANNING COMMISSION FOR REFERRAL TO ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS


2. General Discussion
Continued Discussion with Planning Commission concerning the recent moratorium enacted within the Central Business A-1 and A-2 zoning district within the Village of Pleasantville

Sunday, June 22, 2008

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 06/23/08

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, JUNE 23, 2008
8:00PM

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

Monday, July 14, 2008 Regular Meeting 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-142-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-143-Approval of Minutes-6/9/08
Res. No. 2008-144-Approval of Out-Of-State Conference
Res. No. 2008-145-Authorization to Correct Errors on 2009 Tax Roll for Senior Exemptions
Res. No. 2008-146-Authorization to Sign Cell Tower Lease/Verizon
Res. No. 2008-147-Approval of Budget Amendments 07-08 Fiscal Year
Res. No. 2008-148-Authorization to Obtain Weather Insurance for the Music Festival

Village Board Work Session Agenda 6/23/08

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 23, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM


7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Dad’s Club Service Agreement
Verizon Cell Tower Lease Proposal
Review of Agenda Items

8:00pm REGULAR BOARD MEETING

9:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Verizon Franchise Negotiations
Sale of Recreation Center Update

Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda 06/26/08

Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Thursday June 26, 2008
8:15P.M.
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

1. Case No. 2008-8 – Mr. Jeffery Carpenter – Cooley Street, Pleasantville, New York- Proposal to construct a new two family dwelling on-site in violation of section 185-36.B(2) schedule II “bulk requirements” regarding insufficient bulk criteria

2. Case No. 2008-9 – Ms. Loise D. Vogt – 70 Pleasant Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to construct a new single family dwelling on-site in violation of section 185-36.B(1) schedule I “bulk requirements” regarding insufficient bulk criteria

Pleasantville Music Festival 2008 Update

Hello Everyone,

Passing this along. Pleasantville Music Festival line-up and option for free admission is below. So, volunteer and help out the community.

-Ben

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We are looking for Volunteers for the 4th Annual Pleasantville Music Festival to be held at Parkway field on July 12th.

The line-up is spectacular. Headliners include Joan Osborne, Graham Parker, Back Door Slam and the return of deSol. Pleasantville bands include Buffalo Eskimo and Nannyhagen Creek. If you take a peek at www.pleasantvillemusicfestival.com you can check out the whole line-up. MacArthur's Beer & Wine Garden, featuring refreshments from Captain Lawrence and Prosperos will be bigger than ever and also feature a clam bake and Pig roast. We have a great kids area with three bands just for kids who will play in the Vendor area and lots of other fun stuff.

Volunteers are needed for
set-up (8:45-11:00 AM)
Parking pass checkers 2 hour shifts beginning at 9:00
Merchandise tent 2 hour shifts beginning at 11:00 AM
Information Booth staff 2 hour shifts beginning at 11:00AM

So, would you be interested in donating two to three hours of your time that day volunteering in exchange for a free admission and a staff t-shirt?

Thanks
Sol Skolnick,Co-executive Director
Cell 914-714-2738
Home 914-747-4566

Saturday, June 14, 2008

Village Board Work Session June 16, 2008

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM

7:00 pm Executive Session Topics

Cable Franchise Negotiation: Consortium Updates
Small Claims Assessment Review Petitions

7:30pm Departmental Updates

Linda Bellofatto, Superintendent of Recreation

Miscellaneous Administrative Items
8:30pm
Setting Summer Board Meeting Schedule

Nannahagan Road Discussion
(follow-up from Board field visit)


Monday, June 9, 2008

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 6/09/08

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2008
8:00PM

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

Monday, June 16, 2008 Work Session at 7:00pm

Monday, June 23, 2008 Regular Meeting 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm

Public Hearing
Village of Pleasantville’s Application For Transportation Enhancement Program Funding

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-127-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-128-Approval of Minutes/May 12, 19 & 30
Res. No. 2008-129-Authorization to Sign Agreement with PAMAL Broadcasting/Pleasantville Music Festival
Res. No. 2008-130-Authorization to Sign Agreement with RBA/Phase II Intermodel Study
Res. No. 2008-131-Authorization to Sign Agreement with RBA/Preparation of TEP Grant Application
Res. No. 2008-132-Accepting Resignation/Village Assessor
Res. No. 2008-133-Request for Waiver of Covenant & Restrictions/Guion St.
Res. No. 2008-134-Waiving Moratorium Requirements for 19 & 106 Washington Avenue
Res. No. 2008-135-Approval of Conference Request/Village Administrator
Res. No. 2008-136-Approval of CSEA Agreement
Res. No. 2008-137-Appointment of Registrar of Vital Statistics
Res. No. 2008-138-Engaging Services of Special Counsel/Police Disciplinary Hearing
Res. No. 2008-139-Authorization to Close Public Works Equipment Capital Account
Res. No. 2008-140-Approval of Budget Amendments


Village Board Work Session Agenda 6/09/08

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM


7:00pm Interview/ARB Board Candidate

7:15pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
CSEA Contract Ratification

7:30pm Moratorium Waiver Requests/19 & 106 Washington Ave
Request for Waiver of Covenant & Restrictions/51 Guion

8:00pm BOARD MEETING

8:30pm Work Session/Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Development Discussions/North End of Memorial Plaza
Business Support Council


Monday, June 2, 2008

Planning Commission Agenda 6/11/08

Planning Commission Meeting
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

· David Sims – 51 Guion Street, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed re-subdivision of property to establish a new single family dwelling
· General Discussion
Continued Discussion with Planning Commission concerning the recent moratorium enacted within the Central Business A-1 and A-2 zoning district within the Village of Pleasantville

Village Board Agenda 6/02/08

WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 2, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM

7:00PM EXECUTIVE SESSION
Recreation Center Proposals

7:30pm LaDuca Auto Service/52 Depew Street
Use of Property

8:00pm Mount Pleasant Library/John Fearon
Building Updates

8:30pm Legacy Grant IMA Discussion

Thursday, May 29, 2008

Architectural Review Board Agenda 6/05/08 (Thursday)

[As announced on the Pleasantville-ny.gov mailing lists. -Ben]

Architectural Review Board Meeting
Thursday June 5, 2008
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

Anthony Giorgio – 55 Skytop Drive Lot # 2, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to construct a new single-family dwelling on-site

Mahopac National Bank - 57 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed wall signage change –

Mr. Ed Marquette – 119 Broadway, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed porch renovations on-site –

Dunkin Donuts Р2 Washington Avenue, Pleasantville, New York РProposed fa̤ade
improvements/modifications

Mr. and Mrs. Bill Cahill – 359 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed preliminary design plans and schematics for renovation/conversation of the Pleasantville Recreation Center to a new single-family dwelling

Mr. and Mrs. Dan Townsend – 309 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed fencing update, driveway modification, walkway and patio improvements

Annual Firefighters' Parade May 30, 2008

[As posted on the Pleasantville mailing list. -Ben]

Dear residents,

The Pleasantville Fire Department will host its annual parade on Friday, May 30, 2008.
We hope you are able to attend and show your support for our local volunteer firefighters.

The parade begins at 7:00PM at Bedford Road and Romer Avenue.

You can view the parade along portions of Bedford Road, Memorial Plaza, Manville Road,Grove Street, Edgewood Avenue and Washington Avenue.

In order to accomodate the large number of participants, there will be parking restrictions and traffic diversions along the parade route. It is advisable that you avoid driving into the downtown area.

Yours truly,
Patti Dwyer
Village Administrator




Pleasantville Music Festival 2008

[As reported on the Pleasantville mailing list. I've attended the last 2, and they have been great (relaxing and fun). -Ben]

The 2008 Pleasantville Music Festival will be held on July 12, 2008 at Parkway Field.

Tickets may now be purchased in advance at www.pleasantvillemusicfestival.com.

and at several local businesses listed on the website.

Residents will receive a discount on tickets purchased prior to June 30, 2008.

Please visit the festival website for more information regarding the event.

Mount Pleasant Public Library Meeting for Planning Process

As reported on the Pleasantville mailing list. -Ben

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Hello Everyone,

The Library is currently engaged in a community based strategic
planning process. The goal of the process is to allow the community to
assist the Library's Board of Trustees in designing a plan for
programs, services, collections and use of Library space that is
consistent with the wishes of the community.

I'd like to make you all aware that this Thursday (May 29, we're
holding a public meeting at the Main Library, 350 Bedford Road at 7pm.
All residents and users are invited to attend to share their ideas,
opinions and feelings.

Regards
John Fearon
Director
Mount Pleasant Public Library
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Sunday, May 25, 2008

Planning Commission Agenda 05/28/08

[As announced by Judy Weintraub via the Pleasantville website, sign-up for the Planning Commission Agendas to receive such announcements. http://www.pleasantville-ny.gov/subscriber.shtml - Ben Serebin]

Planning Commission
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York0

AGENDA

1. General Discussion
Continued Discussion with Planning Commission concerning the recent moratorium enacted within the Central Business A-1 and A-2 zoning district within the Village of Pleasantville


Friday, May 16, 2008

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 05/19/08

Hello Everyone,

Do not forget to check comments to see any feedback from the meeting or other comments.

-Ben

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REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, MAY 19, 2008
8:00PM

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

Monday, June 2, 2008 Work Session at 7:00pm

Monday, June 9, 2008 Regular Meeting 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-116-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-117-Authorization to Sign Agreement with PROACCT/Outstanding Tickets
Res. No. 2008-118-Award of Bid/Vintage Lighting Fixtures
Res. No. 2008-119-Authorization to Apply For Community Development Block Grant Applications
Res. No. 2008-120-Appointment as Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate
Res. No. 2008-121-Authorization to Hold Chamber of Commerce Sidewalk Sales Days
Res. No. 2008-122-Appointment of Food Service Helper
Res. No. 2008-123-Approval of Budget Amendment
Res. No. 2008-124-Approval of Block Party Request

Village Board Work Session Agenda 05/19/08

Hello Folks,

Don't forget to check the comments to see any follow-up comments.

-Ben

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, MAY 19, 2008
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM

7:00pm Executive Session
Personnel Matters

8:00pm BOARD MEETING

8:30pm Parkway Field Update

9:00pm Farmers Market Update

9:30pm Executive Session
CSEA Negotiations

Pleasantville Reminder: May Water Bills Due

Hello Pleasantville Residents,

The Village Administrator announced.....

-Ben

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Dear Residents,

This notice is being sent as a courtesy and reminder.
Water bills are due this month, payable by May 31st.

Yours truly,
Patti Dwyer

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Sunday, May 11, 2008

Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda 05/29/08

Zoning Board of Appeals
Thursday May 29, 2008
8:15P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York

AGENDA

1. Case No. 2008-6 – Mr. Edward Marquette – 119 Broadway, Pleasantville, New York- Proposal to reconstruct a deteriorated front porch on-site in violation of section 185-36.B(1) schedule I “bulk requirements” regarding bulk criteria and section 185-46.C.(2)

2. Case No. 2008-7 – Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Stargiotti – 43 Romer Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to construct additions and associated alterations on-site in violation of section 185-36.B(1) schedule I “bulk requirements” regarding bulk criteria and section 185-46.C.(2)

Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 05/12/08

REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, May 12, 2008
8:00pm

Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York

Due to the Memorial Day Holiday On May 28th, the Board of Trustees will be holding their Regular Meeting on Monday, May 19, 2008 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm

Oral Communication:
Dvirka & Bartilucci/Storm-Water Management Annual Report

Public Hearing:
Community Development Block Grant Program Applications

Resolutions:
Res. No. 2008-105-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2008-106-Approval of Minutes/April 28, 2008
Res. No. 2008-107-Accepting Donation/Tree Plantings
Res. No. 2008-108-Authorization to Sign Agreement with Westchester County Department of Emergency Services/Personal Protective Equip
Res. No. 2008-109-Establishment of a School Zone on Ashland Avenue and Nannahagan Road
Res. No. 2008-110-Authorization to Write-Off Escrow and Water Accounts
Res. No. 2008-111-Approval of Budget Amendments
Res. No. 2008-112-Authorization to Close Wheeler Avenue South of Bedford Rd/Dedication of Clinton Street Garden
Res. No. 2008-113-Approval to Use Outdoor Barbeque Grill/Holy Innocents

The Dunkin Donuts Corner (SPECIAL FEATURE) - Updated Last 2008.10.07

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Tue 10/7 Update
Last week, Dunkin Donuts decided to hang up a traditional Dunkin Donuts sign violating the Signage Ordinance and the Architecture Review Board's agreement with the Donuts Donuts franchise owner, TBG. Numerous complaints were lodged with Village Hall and they demanded TBG immediately remove the illegal sign which they promptly did. TBG complained that the wood curved sign was taking too long, hence they broke the rules to advertise Dunkin Donuts.

Wed 9/10 Update

On Monday, 9/8 the Pleasantville Board of Trustees announced the following proposed amendments to the introductory local law 2008-181 which to summarize the major points improves upon the definition of what a restaurant is, prohibits drive-throughs for non-bank establishments, adds a new formula fast food establishment definition and restricts their establishment, and clarifies and restricts 1st floor permitted uses for professional services (e.g. legal services, architectural, brokerage firms, accounting, etc) in the central business districts. Public comment is open now. You can read the original document on the Village's website. Next public comment meeting is on the agenda for the Mon, October 27th meeting. Please provide feedback to the trustees and village administrator before then as well.

- Ben Serebin, Pleasantville Resident
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Hello Everyone,

The vast majority of the people I speak with are upset to hear about the planned Dunkin Donuts across from the Jacob Burns (2nd Dunkin Donuts in Pleasantville), so I realized it would be good if I had a special section dedicated to it. I'll update this area with Dunkin Donuts related issues which includes the business moratorium and ordinance changes.

This issue was caused by a ruling by the Pleasantville Building Inspector (Mike Testa) on 11/28/07 due to the lack of definition of the current zoning for a bakery (section 185:11, no definition of bakery), simplistic definition of a fast food restaurant (more than 8 seats with ready to consume food), "one hundred feet of the intersection" of any business street as per section 185-22 section 12 (a) [4], and "lack of applying the interpretation or conflict of the zoning and ordinances, the more restrictive language should apply" (section 185-59 section B). His consultation of a dictionary for defining what a bakery is should have been targeted to the board of trustees for clarification especially since most people would probably classify Dunkin Donuts as fast food (since the company labels it as such and so does the franchise owner). In essence, the application was a technique of a wolf in sheep's clothes. Challenges via a Zoning Board Appeal in section 185-55 or an article 78 to applications are required within 30 days, which was not available to me since I became aware of this after that period.

There is a solution that we can promote to prevent uncontrolled increases of fast food businesses and franchises in Pleasantville, and it's called Business Formula Ordinances (BFOs). To summarize the explanation of this, it means that each business would need to be to a certain degree unique and could not be cookie cutter like, e.g. same trademark, signage, tables, lighting, menus, uniforms, etc. The BFOs can be as restrictive (e.g. no businesses sharing trademarks, menus, signage, etc) or accommodating as desired (e.g. capping the # in an area or entire business district, such as up to 5 business allowed in the village sharing trademarks, menus, signage, etc). Traffic safety should also play a role in approving businesses in Pleasantville.

Read the following PDFs or websites just by clicking the links:
Original Building Permit Application filed by T.B.G. Food Acquisition Corp (aka Dunkin Donuts owner Manhattan based private equity firm The Beekman Group L.L.C.) on November 25, 2007. There are mistakes on the application and the identity of the signature of the owner is unknown even to Mike Testa (building inspector).

Background on The Beekman Group Private Equity Firm and TBG as per Westchester County Business Journal interview with John Troiano and Peter Marrinan. Peter has attended at least one Pleasantville meeting. Or read it on the Westchester County Business Journal website.

The Examiner Article of March 10, 2008 announcing the Pleasantville Downtown Business Moratorium and "know your Neighbor" highlight of Ben Serebin.

The New York Times Article on May 25, 2008 "Punching a Hole in Paradise" about the planned Dunkin Donuts and use of Formula Businesses. Interview with Mayor Bernard Gordon and Pleasantville Resident Ben Serebin. Or read it on the NY Times website.

Pleasantville Zoning Map of Business Districts (A1 & A2) Affected by Business Moratorium.

[Provided to Pleasantville Board of Trustees during May 19, 2008 meeting & Westchester County Legislator John Nonna who was present]
List of some Municipalities that have Implemented Formula Business Ordinances (e.g. Port Jefferson NY, Fairfield CT, Bristol RI, Chesapeake City MD, Nantucket MA, Portland ME, Ogunquit ME, Coronado CA, Pacific Grove CA, San Francisco CA, Sanibel FL, Sauslito CA, & York ME to name a few.

Formula Business Ordinance upheld by California Court of Appeals

[Provided to Pleasantville Board of Trustees during May 19, 2008 meeting & Westchester County Legislator John Nonna who was present]
Port Jefferson, NY (on Long Island) Business Formula Ordinance (BFO) Code (I've provided the exact sections that discuss the BFO.)

City of Portland, ME's BFO Code. This is a good example like the Port Jefferson, NY code.

Pleasantville, NY Local Law code for Signage as of Jan 2008

Dunkin Donuts Website Press Release announcing that Dunkin Donuts received the award of "Best Fast-Food Coffee"
- maybe they are a fast food franchise company?

-Ben Serebin, Pleasantville Resident
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