Frequently Asked Questions by Residents
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 22, 2009
Village Board Work Session Agenda 12/21/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00pm Metro North-Location of Future Substation
7:30pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Local Government Efficiency Grant Program 2010
Richard Lampert Housing Proposal-Washington Ave. Property
Prospero Winery Expansion
9:0pm Executive Session
Updates on litigation matters
Advice of Counsel on personnel matters
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 12/14/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, DECEMBER 14 , 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, December 21, 2009 at 7:00pm
Regular Meeting Monday, December 28, 2009, 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Oral Communication:
Speaker: Judith McCarthy-Intergovernmental Affairs of the Lower Hudson Region, Office of the Attorney General Andrew M. Cuomo.
Pubic Hearing
Continuation of a Public Hearing regarding a Local Law Amending Chapter 173, Vehicles and Traffic, Section 173-63, Schedule XV: Parking Prohibited Certain Hours/Weskora Avenue
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-228-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-229-Approval of Minutes-11/23/09
Res. No. 2009-230-Approval of Small Claims Assessment Refunds
Res. No. 2009-231-Approval of a Local Law Amending Chapter 173, Vehicles and Traffic, Section 173-63, Schedule XV: Parking Prohibited Certain Hours/Weskora Avenue
Res. No. 2009-232-Engaging Engineer Services Re: Replacement of Stone Masonry Wall-Bedford Road
Res. No. 2009-233-Approval of Management Confidential Salaries
Res. No. 2009-234-Authorization to Sign Employment Agreement/Administrator
Res. No. 2009-235-Accepting Donations for Senior Programs
Res. No. 2009-236-Approval of Budget Amendments
Village Board Work Session Agenda 12/14/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Skytop Drive - Discussion regarding implementing no
parking restrictions
8:00pm Regular Meeting
9:30pm Executive Session
Verizon Franchise Negotiations
Real Estate Matters
Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda 12/30/09
Pleasantville Zoning Board of Appeals
Wednesday December 30, 2009
8:15 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
Case No. 2009-12 – Mr. Michael McCormack – 526 Washington Avenue, Pleasantville, New York- Proposal to construct a new covered portico on-site in violation of section 185-36.B.(1) schedule I “bulk requirements”, regarding an insufficient front yard setback and section 185-46.C.(2)exceptions regarding expanding the degree of existing building non-compliance
Planning Commission Agenda 12/09/09
Planning Commission
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
Sarles Lane Corporation–68-70 Sarles Lane, Pleasantville, New York Proposed three lot subdivision.
Adoption of Resolutions
Ternion Inc. d/b/a/Bollywood Bistro – 68 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville
Village Board Work Session Agenda 11/30/09
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:30PM
6:00pm-7:00pm Meeting at Pleasantville Library
Pleasantville Union Free School District
Superintendent Search/Scoping Session
7:30pm Work Session at 80 Wheeler Avenue
Discussion on how to fund proposals for planning services, Central Business Master Plan and Text Amendments
Sarles Lane Subdivision Updates
MetroNorth Communication re: Sunnyside Avenue
Bridge Replacement; Alternate plans for locating a substation
8:00pm Meeting with ARB Members re: Streamlining Application Process
9:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Personnel Matters
Foreclosure Updates
Architectural Review Board Agenda 12/03/09
Architectural Review Board Meeting
Thursday December 3, 2009
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
PNV PV Realty LLC – 6-8 Paulding Street, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed new siding, windows and store front - Petition to Architectural Review Board – Letter dated November 20, 2009 from Frank J. Tancredi, Architect – Building Application November 20, 2009 – Short EAF dated November 20, 2009 – Photos and associated improvement plan - enclosed
Village Board Amended Regular Meeting Agenda 11/23/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, November 30, 2009 at 7:00pm
Regular Meeting, Monday, December 14, 2009, 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm.
Oral Communication:
Annual Youth Recognition
Stephen Johnson, Superintendent of Public Works-DPW Updates
Chief Anthony Chiarlitti-Police Department presentation
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Local Law Amending Chapter 21, Changing the Residency Requirements of Certain Court Employees
Local Law Amending Chapter 173, Vehicles and Traffic, Section 173-63, Schedule XV: Parking Prohibited Certain Hours/Weskora Avenue
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-219-Approval of a Local Law Amending Chapter 21, Changing
the Residency Requirements of Certain Court Employees
Res. No. 2009-220-Approval of a Local Law Amending Chapter 173, Vehicles and Traffic, Section 173-63, Schedule XV: Parking Prohibited Certain Hours/Weskora Avenue
Res. No. 2009-221-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-222-Approval of Minutes-November 9th
Res. No. 2009-223-Approval of Budget Amendments
Res. No. 2009-224-Approval of Police Management Salaries
Res. No. 2009-225-Approval of Inter-Municipal Agreement with Westchester County Re: Solid Waste and Recyclable Disposal
Res. No. 2009-226-Appointment to Ethics Board/Erik Kristensen
Res. No. 2009-227-Approval to use Manville Road Parking Lot by the Jacob Burns Film Center
Village Board Work Session Agenda 11/23/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm John Fearon & Library Board-Strategic Planning and 2010 Budget Update
8:00pm Regular Meeting
9:30pm Executive Session
Sale of Recreation Center
Management Personnel Issues
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 11/23/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, November 30, 2009 at 7:00pm
Regular Meeting, Monday, December 14, 2009, 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm.
Oral Communication:
Annual Youth Recognition
Stephen Johnson, Superintendent of Public Works-DPW Updates
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Local Law Amending Chapter 21, Changing the Residency Requirements of Certain Court Employees
Local Law Amending Chapter 173, Vehicles and Traffic, Section 173-63, Schedule XV: Parking Prohibited Certain Hours/Weskora Avenue
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-219-Approval of a Local Law Amending Chapter 21, Changing
the Residency Requirements of Certain Court Employees
Res. No. 2009-220-Approval of a Local Law Amending Chapter 173, Vehicles
and Traffic, Section 173-63, Schedule XV: Parking Prohibited Certain Hours/Weskora Avenue
Res. No. 2009-221-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-222-Approval of Minutes-November 9th
Res. No. 2009-223-Approval of Budget Amendments
Res. No. 2009-224-Approval of Police Management Salaries
Res. No. 2009-225-Approval of Inter-Municipal Agreement with Westchester
County Re: Solid Waste and Recyclable Disposal
Res. No. 2009-226-Appointment to Ethics Board/Erik Kristensen
Res. No. 2009-227-Approval to use Manville Road Parking Lot by the Jacob
Burns Film Center
Village Board Work Session Agenda 11/16/09
WORK SESSION AGENDA
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2009 @ 7PM
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM Status of Discussions with Con Edison regarding Nannahagan Park
7:15pm Erik Kristensen- Board of Ethics Candidate Interview
7:30pm David Sessions/ Firm Introduction, Planning Services
8:30pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Advice of Counsel Hernandez v. Pleasantville
Application of General Municipal Law Section 207M
Verizon Franchise Negotiations
Recreation Center RFPs
Monday, December 21, 2009
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 11/09/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, November 16, 2009 at 7:00pm
Regular Meeting Monday, November 23, 2009, 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm - Annual Youth Recognition - 8:00pm
Oral Communication:
Audit Report by Scott Oling of O’Connor Davies Munns & Dobbins
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-206-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-207-Approval of Minutes-10/26/09
Res. No. 2009-208-Introductory Local Law-Amending Chapter 21 Changing the
Residency Requirements of Certain Court Employees
Res. No. 2009-209-Accepting Donations for Senior Citizen Center Programs
Res. No. 2009-210-Authorization to Sign Easement Agreement with Eyes of Mohr
d/b/a Lucy’s Lounge
Res. No. 2009-211-SEQRA Determination-Easement Agreement-Eyes of Mohr,
d/b/a Lucy’s Lounge
Res. No. 2009-212-Authorization to Retain Special Counsel for Cable T.V. Franchise Negotiations
Res. No. 2009-213-Appointment to Ethics Board
Res. No. 2009-214-Approval of Certiorari Settlement-Commons of Pleasantville
Res. No. 2009-215-Approval of Holiday Parking
Res. No. 2009-216-Approval of Credit Card Policy
Res. No. 2009-217-Introductory Local Law Amending Chapter 173, Vehicles and
Traffic-Weskora Avenue
Res. No. 2009-218-Approval of Budget Amendments
Res. No. 2009-219-Approval of Temporary Assignment to Detective
Village Board Work Session Agenda 11/09/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00pm Vincent LaDuca/Re: LaDuca Auto
7:30pm Central Business District Master Plan Update Committee Report
8:00pm REGULAR BOARD MEETING
9:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Taxicab Stand Issues
Bond Anticipation Note
Architectural Review Board Agenda 11/05/09
Architectural Review Board
Thursday November 5, 2009
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
Mr. David Sims – 51 Guion Street, Pleasantville, New York
Proposed new single family dwelling as part of a recent sub-division approval.
Westchester Center for Natural Health – 426 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York Proposed new ground signage
Prime Petroleum Services Inc. – 1 Broadway, Pleasantville, New York
Proposed pole signage modification
Pleasant Village Estates – 21 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York
Proposed new single family dwellings for lots 3, 4, and 5
Village Board Work Session Agenda 11/02/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Weskora Avenue Residents/Neighborhood Parking Concerns
7:30pm Pleasantville Music Festival Update/Sol Skolnick and Rich Sarfaty
8:00pm Central Business District Concepts/Follow up Discussions
10:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Workforce Housing Continued Discussion
Setting a Public Hearing for Verizon Franchise Proposal
Village Board Work Session Agenda 10/26/09
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00pm
7:00pm Hearing-Violation of Village Code “Junk Motor Vehicle Storage
Chapter 176 - Section 4, Block 1F, Lots 9-15
7:30pm Joint Work Session with Parks & Recreation Board
Announcement of vacancies
Proposed Revisions to Administration of Field Use Fees
Overview of Dad’s Club Recreation Service Agreement
Storage Use at Soldiers & Sailors Field House
Playground Grant Update for Soldiers & Sailors
Proposed Date for Walk-About with PRAB
9:30pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Con-Edison Tree Program/Status of Stop-Work Order
Introductory Local Law on Residency Exemptions for Court Personnel
Village Board Work Session Agenda 10/19/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
TIME: FOLLOWING THE REGULAR MEETING
Miscellaneous Administrative Items
License Agreement-Lucy’s Lounge
Use of Municipal Parking Lot by Jacob Burns Film Center
Metro PSC Proposal to Install Antenna on Monopole
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Advice of Legal Counsel Regarding Miscellaneous Personnel Matters
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 10/19/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2009
9:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, October 26, 2009
Work Session, Monday, November 2, 2009
Regular Meeting, Monday, November 9, 2009 with a Work Session at 7:00ppm
Oral Communication:
Workforce Housing Presentation by Richard Lampert and Pleasantville Housing Development Fund Company
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-194-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-195-Approval of Minutes-10/5/09
Res. No. 2009-196-Approval of Budget Amendments
Res. No. 2009-197-Accepting Donations for Senior Citizen Programs & Services
Res. No. 2009-198-Authorization to Sign Snow & Ice Agreement with NYS DOT
Res. No. 2009-199-Certiorari Settlement-BEJ, LLC
Res. No. 2009-200-Authorization to Sign Maintenance Agreement for GIS Program
Village Board & School Board Joint Meeting Agenda 10/19/09
JOINT MEETING AGENDA
BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND SCHOOL BOARD
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:30PM
Parkway Field/Recreation Center
Anticipated Development Status:
Marble Avenue/MLA Site
Affordable Housing
Other
Cable Franchise Negotiations
High School Addition and Renovation:
Project Update-Andron Construction Project Manager
District Fields & Facilities Usage-John Bauerlein, Athletic Director
Pedestrian/Vehicular Traffic-Anthony Chiarlitti, Police Chief
Parking-Dr. George Cancro, High School Principal
Northern Westchester Healthy Kids Coalition-Mary Fox-Alter, Director of Instructional Services & Technology
Village Board Executive Session Agenda 10/19/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
EXECUTIVE SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
6:00pm
EXECUTIVE SESSION
1) Advice of Counsel on PBA Contract Settlement Proposal
2) Advice of Counsel on In Rem Foreclosure
3) Settlement Proposal Leen Litigation
Village Board and Con-Edison Field Tour 10/19/09
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
ANNOUNCEMENT OF FIELD TOUR WITH CON-EDISON
There will be a Field Tour with the Board of Trustees of the Village of Pleasantville and Matthew Glasser, representative from Con-Edison. The Board will tour various locations affected by the recent Con-Edison Tree Trimming Program and will tour the additional four miles that are scheduled for trimming.
If you are interested in joining this tour, please meet on the 2nd floor at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue at 8:00am.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Village Administrator Patricia Dwyer at 769-1940.
Posted 10/16/09
by: Judith Weintraub
Villager Clerk
Village Board Work Session Agenda 10/05/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Policy for use of Village Credit Card and Purchasing
Clarification of Field Use Fee Policy
Romer Avenue Parking Regulations
Library Traffic Issues
8:00pm REGULAR MEETING
10:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Personnel Matters: Review of Village Administrator’s Employment Agreement
Recreation Service Agreement with Dad’s Club
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 10/05/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, October 12, 2009 at 7:00pm
Joint Meeting with School Board and Village Board, Monday, October 19, 2009 at 7:30pm
Regular Meeting, Monday, October 19, 2009, 9:00pm with a Work Session following the Regular Meeting
Oral Communication:
Presentation by Matt Glasser-Con-Edison Tree Trimming Program
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-189-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-190-Approval of Minutes-9/14/09 and 9/21/09
Res. No. 2009-191-Approval of Change-Order for Bedford & Pleasantville Roads-Streetscape Improvement Project
Res. No. 2009-122-Approval of Proposal for Soil Borings & Probe Testing for Bedford Road Water Main Replacement & Drainage Improvement Project
Res. No. 2009-123-Accepting Donation to Beautification Committee
Res. No. 2009-124-Correction to Tax Roll to Add Veteran’s Exemption
Res. No. 2009-125-Authorization to Enter into IMA for GIS Services
Architectural Review Board Agenda 10/01/09
Architectural Review Board
Thursday October 1, 2009
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
Mr. David Sims – 51 Guion Street, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed new single family dwelling as part of a recent sub-division approval.
Nevae`h Cuisine – 146 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed new awning and window signage
Westchester Stone - 181 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed siding, trim, facia, door and associated building improvements
Village Board Work Session Agenda 9/21/09
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00pm Hearing Regarding a Summons Issued Pursuant to Chapter 176, Junked Vehicles (adjournment requested)
7:30pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
New York State Parks Grant for Soldiers and Sailors Field
Discussion regarding change in Bedford Road Streetscape Improvements
Discussion regarding policies for tax-delinquent properties
Follow-up discussion on Foxwood wall
Status report on Washington Avenue stormwater problems
8:00pm REGULAR MEETING
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 9/21/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2009
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 5, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Mayor’s Report
Oral Communication:
Linda Bellofatto, Superintendent of Public Works, Overview of Recreation Programs
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-184-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-185-Approval of Block Party Request
Res. No. 2009-186-Approval of Ragamuffin Parade
Res. No. 2009-187-Approval of Lighting Maintenance Agreement for Parkway Field
Res. No. 2009-188-Budget Amendment
Zoning Board of Appeals Revised Agenda 09/24/09
Zoning Board of Appeals
Thursday September 24, 2009
8:15 P.M.
80 Wheeler Avenue
2nd Floor Village Hall
Pleasantville, New York
REVISED AGENDA
Case No. 2009-10 – Ms. Linda Curtis – 5 Great Oak Lane, Pleasantville, New York- Proposed new dormer addition to existing residence and associated improvements on-site in violation of section 185-36.B.(1) schedule I “bulk requirements”, regarding insufficient front, side and rear yard setbacks and excessive story height and section 185-46.C.(2)exceptions regarding expanding the degree of existing building non-compliance
Case No. 2009-11 – Mr. and Mrs. Stephen O’Neill- 215 Edgewood Avenue – Proposed basketball sport court on-site in violation of section 185-11.B.(3)(a)(c)(d) pertaining to insufficient lot area, setbacks and screening
Architectural Review Board Revised Agenda 09/03/09
Architectural Review Board Meeting
Thursday September 3, 2009
8:15 p.m.
2nd floor
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
REVISED AGENDA
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hayes – 193 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed porch repairs, tree removal and associated improvements
Pleasantville Pizzeria – 34 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed new awning recovering and associated awning signage
Lordae Realty LLC c/o Christopher Santomero – 42 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to replace deteriorated windows
Steven Zucker – 301 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed replacement fencing/modification
Mount Pleasant Public Library - 350 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed exterior site improvements
Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda 09/24/09
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Thursday September 24, 2009
8:15 P.M.
80 Wheeler Avenue
2nd Floor Village Hall
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
Case No. 2009-10 – Ms. Linda Curtis – 5 Great Oak Lane, Pleasantville, New York- Proposed new dormer addition to existing residence and associated improvements on-site in violation of section 185-36.B.(1) schedule I “bulk requirements”, regarding insufficient front, side and rear yard setbacks and excessive story height and section 185-46.C.(2)exceptions regarding expanding the degree of existing building non-compliance
Architectural Review Board Agenda 09/03/09
Thursday September 3, 2009
8:15 p.m.
2nd floor
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hayes – 193 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed porch repairs, tree removal and associated improvements
Pleasantville Pizzeria – 34 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed new awning recovering and associated awning signage
Lordae Realty LLC c/o Christopher Santomero – 42 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to replace deteriorated windows
Monday, September 14, 2009
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 09/14/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Regular Meeting Monday, September 21, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session 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.
Oral Communication:
Presentation by Steve Apkon and Dominick Balletta, Jacob Burns Film Center
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-174-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-175-Approval of Minutes, August 24,2009 & July 4, 2009
Res. No. 2009-176-Approval of Block Party/Sunnyside Avenue
Res. No. 2009-177-Accepting Donation to Police Department
Res. No. 2009-178-Authorization to Surplus Village Equipment
Res. No. 2009-179-Approval of Proposal for Soil Borings and Probe Testing
Res. No. 2009-180-Authorization to Publish a Legal Notice Re: Hearing with Respect to a Summons Issued Pursuant to Chapter 176, Junked Vehicles
Res. No. 2009-181-Approval of Block Party/Grove Street
Village Board Work Session Agenda 09/14/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AMENDED AGENDA
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
6:30pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Sale of Real Estate
7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Amending Village Code, Chapter 155, Streets and Sidewalks,
Prohibiting Skateboarding in Municipal Parking Lots
Zoning Code Revisions: Review of Planning Commission and Zoning Board Recommendations
Long Term Capital Planning for Refuse District
Foxwood Retaining Wall
8:00pm REGULAR MEETING
10:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Verizon Franchise Negotiations
Personnel Matters involving Contract Negotiations for Management
Confidential Employees and PBA
Village Board Amended Special Meeting Agenda 09/04/09
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2009
TIME CHANGE
2:00PM
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-172-Appointment to Planning Commission/Joseph Potenza
Res. No. 2009-173-Appointment to Planning Commission/Paul Sohigian
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Loophole in the height variance rule and tax arrears for proposed construction
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Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2009 9:42 AM
As discussed with Kathleen Russo at the board meeting and previously, the Village code does not currently include any clause that connects tax arrears to applications for site or building projects or for certificates of occupancy. So far as I know, the issue hasn't come up in the past...so it was never considered.
We are now discussing adding such a clause, but want to proceed carefully to be sure that what we propose is legal...and does not produce any unintended consequences.
P-
Peter Scherer, Mayor
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August 13, 2009
I am writing in response to the August 11th article in the Pleasantville Examiner regarding construction and variance applications for the Corey property at 119 Pierce Drive, Pleasantville.
The Past:
In April 2009 my husband and I received notice that Mr. and Mrs. Corey were requesting three variances.
A height variance because the present code for our district is thirty feet or 2 ½ stories, which ever is more restrictive.
A variance for a addition on west side of the property
A variance for a deck also on the west side of the property.
The reasons presented by Architect Frank Tancredi, for requesting the height variance were:
the proposed cost of up to $140,000 to make the necessary grade changes and construct retaining walls to change the present basement to a cellar. The reason for doing this is that a basement counts as a story, a cellar does not.
flooding concerns
aesthetic concerns, that the house which is on a hill, would appear to be on a pedestal.
There were discussions held with neighbors regarding planting trees to make the building less obtrusive but ultimately these discussions were unsuccessful.
At the May 28, 2009 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting an informal vote was taken and the height variance was denied . On July 20, 2009 I learned that the Corey’s have opted to change the grade and place retaining walls on their property.
There are three issues that need to be addressed.
1#1 Issue Height Variance
Mr. Testa , the Building Inspector has ruled that by changing the grade through bringing in dirt and building retaining walls, the Corey’s can change their basement to a cellar. As noted previously, a basement counts as a story, a cellar does not. It is my position that this ruling circumvents the zoning laws and that the next step in appealing this decision is to file an Article 78 with the Westchester County Court.
#2 Issue Failure to pay property taxes
Mr. and Mrs. Corey purchased their home in September 2005. As of July 30, 2009 they owed $11,000 in property taxes to the Village of Pleasantville. I contacted the Town of Mount Pleasant on July 28, 2009 and inquired about liens on 119 Pierce Drive. I was told that school taxes totaling approximately $11,000 were owed.
The Village Board and the Zoning Board of Appeals are aware of this situation. Presently, there is no law that prevents a property owner from applying for a variance, building permit and Certificate of Occupancy if they are delinquent in the payment of their property taxes.
Property owners who choose not to pay their taxes do so at the expense of their neighbors. Furthermore, I believe that it is fiscally irresponsible to allow persons who have not paid their property taxes to apply for building permits and variances to build additions. The proposed construction will result in an increased assessment for the Corey property. How can the village expect them to pay these increased taxes when they are delinquent in paying taxes from previous years?
#3 The future
It is my concern that, if this construction project proceeds as planned, my neighborhood will have a very large home on a flag lot with a very large tax bill. In the present real estate market such a property would be difficult, if impossible to sell.
Ultimately, properties with unpaid taxes are placed in foreclosure. In my opinion, a large, empty, unkempt house on Pierce Drive would not be an attractive addition to my neighborhood.
Kathleen C. Russo
54 Dogwood Lane
Pleasantville, New York 10570
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 08/24/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Regular Meeting Monday, September 14, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Regular Meeting Monday, September 21, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Public Hearing:
Continuation of a Public Hearing regarding a Local Law Amending Chapter 173 Vehicles & Traffic, Section 173-63, Schedule XV: Parking Prohibited Certain Hours/Weskora Avenue as follows:
Name of Street Side Hours/Days Location
Weskora Ave East 10am-11am from Pleasantville Road to Spring Street
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-162-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-163-Approval of Minutes
Res. No. 2009-164-Appointment of Peace Officer For Justice Court
Res. No. 2009-165-Extending Deadline for Recreation Center Request For Proposals
Res. No. 2009-166-Acknowledging Receipt of Justice Court Audit
Res. No. 2009-167-Authorization to sign Agreement for Lighting System Maintenance at
Parkway Field
Res. No. 2009-168-Authorizing Power of Attorney in Defense of a NYS Department of
Taxation and Finance Issue
Res. No. 2009-169-Approving a Proposal For a Topographic Survey on Church Street
Village Board Work Session Agenda 08/24/09
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Replacement of Stone Masonry Wall/Bedford Road
Sims Subdivision /Approval of Plans
Zoning Code Revisions (per issues raised by Planning Commission & Zoning Board
Refuse District Capital Planning
Review of Crossing Guard Budget and Posts
Setting a New Policy for Applicants Appearing Before Various Boards
Setting Board Meeting Dates for Sept/Oct/Nov/Dec
Annual Schedule of Meetings/Presentations
8:00pm REGULAR MEETING
10:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Cable Franchise Negotiations
Advice of Counsel - Re: Dedication of Roads
Personnel Matters
Village Board Work Session Agenda 08/10/09
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Residential Parking on Restricted Streets/Police Chief
EPN Complaints of Trespassing/Police Chief
Review of Parking Fines/Police Chief
Assessor Software Recommendations/Assessor
8:00pm REGULAR MEETING
9:00pm Work Session Continued
Zoning Code Revisions (per issues raised by Planning Commission & Zoning Board
Refuse District Capital Planning
Review of Crossing Guard Budget and Posts
Setting a New Policy for Applicants Appearing Before Various Boards
Setting Board Meeting Dates for Sept/Oct/Nov/Dec
Annual Schedule of Meetings/Presentations by Department Heads,
Boards, Commissions and Community Groups
10:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Litigation
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 08/10/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Next Regular Meeting Monday, August 24, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Mayor’s Updates:
Draft Church Street Traffic Report
Virtual Town Hall Website Improvements
Verizon FIOS Update
Public Hearing
Continuation of a Public Hearing regarding a Local Law Amending Chapter 173 Vehicles & Traffic, Section 173-63, Schedule XV: Parking Prohibited Certain Hours/Weskora Avenue as follows:
Name of Street Side Hours/Days Location
Weskora Ave. East 10am to 11am From Pleasantville Road to Spring Street
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-154 Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-155-Approval of Minutes/July 20, 2009
Res. No. 2009-156-Authorization to Sign Proposal for Weather-Proofing Recreation
Center/Hillman & Miley
Res. No. 2009-157-Authorization to sign Proposal for Assessor Software Upgrades
Res. No. 2000-158-Authorization to sign License Agreement with Lucy’s Martini Lounge for
Property Encroachment
Res. No. 2009-159-Authorization to sign Agreement with Westchester County Re: Roselle Park Neighborhood Improvement Project CBDG Grant
Res. No. 2009-160-Approval of Block Party Request
Res. No. 2009-161-Appointment of Peace Officer for Justice Court
Monday, July 27, 2009
Resident Post Request - Concern over Proposed Construction at 119 Pierce Drive
Dear All:
I am writing in reference to proposed construction and variance application for the Corey residence at 119 Pierce Drive. An application for three variances, including a height / story variance was filed earlier this year. This property is a flag lot and my property borders on to it. Several neighbors, including myself, oppose the proposed construction since this would make this house overwhelming in size and out of character with the neighborhood. Due to neighborhood opposition, this part of the variance was withdrawn. As per the 7-30-09 Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda: " Applicant has eliminated the need for a story height waiver by modifying the surrounding grade with on site retaining walls.
It is my understanding that this "grade modification" process involves bringing in and or moving around large amounts of dirt to raise the grade so that the 1st story of this high ranch will now be considered " below ground" and therefore is not considered a floor or building story.
Nothing in the plan design has changed . I will still have a building that will be three stories high and a great deal larger in my back yard. It is my opinion that the whole purpose of this grade change is to circumvent existing zoning laws. Why is this allowed to happen? The zoning law is clear that the building height should be no more than two and one half stories.
The property at 119 Pierce Drive is already at a higher elevation than many of its neighbors. I have been paying taxes to the Village of Pleasantville for thirty one years. As a village taxpayer, I want to know who will be responsible if flooding results as the result of this " grade modification" What recourse will residents have if the retaining wall fails and their is a mudslide onto their properties? Since the Village has approved this " grade modification " is it liable for damages?
Most of all, I want to know why applicants are allowed to circumvent existing zoning regulations when members of the community have already expressed their opposition to this plan.
Kathleen Russo,
Nicholas Russo
54 Dogwood Lane
Pleasantville, New York 10570
Notice of Road Construction Activity - Bedford & Pleasantville Road
NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY
Bedford Road and Pleasantville Road
Dear Residents, Area Property Owners and Tenants:
The Village of Pleasantville has engaged Con-Tech Construction Technology to install a traffic signal with pedestrian walk cycles at the intersection of Pleasantville Road and Bedford Road, and to improve the intersection of Bedford Road and Marble Avenue by installing a pedestrian walk cycle.
The work will begin on or about the first week in August 2009 and will is expected to be substantially complete by the end of spring in 2010.
In additional to signalization elements, the project involves replacing and installing various sidewalks within the targeted areas.
Measures will be taken to ensure the continuous flow of traffic and access to all businesses so that there is minimal disruption to you.
Several project spec sheets that illustrate the project area and provide detail on the sidewalk areas affected are available for viewing at www.pleasantville-ny.gov under News and Announcements.
If you experience any problems during the construction, our contact information is as follows:
Steve Johnson, Superintendent of Public Works 769-1690
Patricia Dwyer, Village Administrator 769-1940
After Hours (non-emergency ) Pleasantville Police Department 769-1500
Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation during this project.
Yours truly,
Patricia Dwyer
Village Administrator
July 24, 2009
Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda 7/30/09
Zoning Board of Appeals
Thursday July 30, 2009
8:15 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
Case No. 2009-04– Mr. and Mrs. James Corey, 119 Pierce Drive, 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”, regarding insufficient side yard setbacks - letter dated July 6, 2009 from Frank Tancredi, Architect – Letters from neighbors and associated drawing by Frank Tancredi, Architect (enclosed) NOTE: APPLICANT HAS ELIMINATED THE NEED FOR A STORY HEIGHT WAIVER BY MODIFYING THE SURROUNDING GRADE WITH ON-SITE RETAINING WALLS - Continued Public Hearing
Case No. 2009-09 – DP17, LLC – 141 Tompkins Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to convert a previously approved warehouse space on the third floor to office space in violation of section(s)----------------- 185-36.B.(7) Schedule VII “Off Street Parking and Loading Requirements”, and Section 185-40 “Pre-existing Structures and Uses” regarding insufficient parking on-site
Planning Commission Agenda 7/22/09
Planning Commission
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall,
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
The Eyes of Mohr d/b/a Lucy’s Lounge – 466 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed addition and change of use to restaurant
Kass Realty Building – 21 Paulding Street and 49 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed legalization of interior renovations and associated site plan modifications
Jacob Burns Film/Media Center – 405 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed modification to previously approved rooftop plan regarding special events - PUBLIC HEARING
Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson Inc. – 2 Great Oak Lane, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed renewal of special use permit – PUBLIC HEARING – SPECIAL USE PERMIT
Farrow’s Service Station – 332 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed site plan amendment to establish the sale of propane gas tanks via exchange type system and modify the previous approved site plan pertaining to on-site vehicle storage while vehicles are being worked on and to allow for the renting of a limited amount of parking spaces – PUBLIC HEARING – SPECIAL USE PERMIT
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 7/20/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2009
8:00PM
Announcements: - Call In 769-1677; PCTV76.ORG Live Steam
Con-Tech to mobilize week of August 3rd to begin signalization project at intersection of Bedford Rd. and Pleasantville Rd.
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall. 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, NY
Next Regular Meeting Monday, August 10, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Public Hearing: Local Law Amending Chapter 173 Vehicles & Traffic, Section 173-63, Schedule XV: Parking Prohibited certain hours/days Weskora Avenue
Mayor’s Updates:
Verizon FIOS Update
RFP – Rec. Center – 359 Bedford Road
Music Festival Update
Update on Work Session Discussions
Oral Communication:
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-145-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-146- Approval of Minutes/July 6, 2009
Res. No. 2009-147- FP Clark Planning Consultant Retainer FY2009-10
Res. No. 2009-148- Local Law Amending Chapter 173 Vehicles & Traffic, Section 173-63, Schedule XV: Parking Prohibited Certain Hours/Days Weskora Avenue
Res. No. 2009-149-Authorizing Submission of JCAP Grant for Court Office
Res. No. 2009-150-Authorizing Submission of Farmers’ Market Grant/Matching Funds Required
Res. No.2009-151- Authorizing address Street Romer Avenue Block Party August 8th 2pm-11pm and Rain Date August 9th
Res. No. 2009-152- Authorizing use of General Fund Balance for Water Fund capital costs in advance of borrowing and establishing an inter-fund interest rate
Res. No. 2009-153- Authorizing the Administrator to engage services of IQ Landscape Architects to develop CBD Design Guidelines
Village Board Work Session Agenda 7/20/09
PLEASANTVILLE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
WORK SESSION AGENDA
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2009
Administrative Items
7:00pm Affordable/Work Force Housing Discussion-
Potential Development on Wheeler pkg. lot
8:00pm TELEVISED BOARD MEETING
Administrative Items (continued)
8:30pm Proposal to engage services to weather-proof
Former recreation center at 359 Bedford Road
Review of revised appraisal 359 Bedford Road
Competitive Farmers’ Market Grants Available
Pleasantville Music Festival Report
Review of GIS Upgrades for assessment and planning
Functions- SCA software proposal
CBD Master Plan Committee Update: IQ Proposal
Modified Playground Equipment Budget for Soldiers/Sailors
Park Grant
Executive Session Items
- Status of Tax Certioraris and Update on Foreclosure Proceedings
- Review of proposal for purchase of 359 Bedford Road
Monday, June 29, 2009
Calling All Pleasantville Music Festival Volunteers
Pleasantville Music Festival Last call for volunteers!
We still have need for volunteers who would like to work for 2 – 3 hours on the day of the festival.
* 16 and over: we need face painters, helpers with games in the kids area, program ushers.
* 18 and over: Parking pass takers, Morning set-up (Lifting involved), information station attendees
* 21 and over: Ticket takers for the beer and wine garden,
Please contact pleasantmusic@optonline.net with your name, phone number, email address and the area for which you are volunteering.
Volunteers must be registered prior to the July 8, 2009 organization meeting to be held @ 7:30 PM at the Senior Center on Clinton Street.
Sol Skolnick
Mortgage Consultant
Asset Center, Inc.
5 MacDonald Avenue
Armonk, NY 10504
(914) 273-6666 ex 19
Village Taxes Due by July 1st
Dear Pleasantville Property Owners,
As a reminder, please note that the first half of your Village property tax is due no later than July 1, 2009. Only United States Post Office cancellations can be accepted as proof of timely mailing. If you have questions regarding Village taxes, please contact Ms. Olga Salvato at 769-1997 during normal business hours.
Yours truly,
Patricia Dwyer, Village Administrator
Village Board Work Session Agenda 06/29/09
AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Engineering Evaluation and Recommendations
for Recreation Center/Hillman & Miley Consulting Engineers
Restricting Parking from 10am-11am, Monday through Friday on the East Side of Weskora
Avenue From Manville Road to Spring Street
Matching Funds for Playground Grant
“Smart Growth” Grant Application
Verizon Update
Review of Conservation Advisory Council Recommendations
Establishing a Recycling Committee
Long Term Capital Planning for Refuse Fund
Setting Board Meeting Dates for July and August
9:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
PBA Negotiations Update
Monday, June 22, 2009
Planning Commission Agenda 06/24/09
Pleasantville Planning Commission
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall, 2nd Floor
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 - FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT APPROVAL/SIGNAGE OF LINEN
Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson Inc. – 2 Great Oak Lane, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed renewal of special use permit
Farrow’s Service Station – 332 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed site plan amendment to establish the sale of propane gas tanks via exchange type system
Kass Realty Building – 21 Paulding Street and 49 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed legalization of interior renovations and associated site plan modifications
Luk Oil – 1 Pleasantville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed site plan amendment to establish the sale of propane gas tanks via exchange type system –
Jacob Burns Film/Media Center – 405 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed modification to previously approved rooftop plan regarding special events
Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda 06/25/09
Zoning Board of Appeals
Thursday June 25, 2009
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
Case No. 2009-07– Mr. Stephen Rossnagel (contract vendee) – 100 Nannahagan Road, Pleasantville, New York- Proposal to construct a new garage/deck on-site in violation of section 185-36.B.(1) schedule I “bulk requirements”, regarding an insufficient rear yard setback and section 185-46.C.(2) “exceptions” which prohibits the expansion of a pre-existing non-complying building when the expansion increases the degree of existing building non-compliance thereof
Case No. 2009-08 – Lucy’s Lounge c/o Eyes of Mohr LTD – 446 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to construct additions and change the use on- site from a tavern to a restaurant in violation of section(s) - 185-36.B.(7) Schedule VI “Bulk Requirements”, of the Zoning Ordinance regarding an insufficient rear yard setback and section 185-46.C.(2) “exceptions” which prohibits the expansion of a pre-existing non-complying building when the expansion increases the degree of existing building non-compliance thereof
Pleasantville Music Festival Tickets - Resident Discounts! - Buy Locally
PLEASANTVILLE MUSIC FESTIVAL - JULY 11th-TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Tickets can be purchased locally (cash or personal check, no credit cards please).
Discounted tickets are available for Village Residents through June 28th.
Discounted rate is $25, normal rate is $35.
They can be purchased on-line www.pleasantvillemusicfestival.com or at
6 convenient locations
In Pleasantville
Cold Stone Creamery – 64 Washington Avenue
Dragonfly Caffé – 7 Wheeler Avenue
The Village Bookstore – 10 Washington Avenue
Pleasantville Village Hall - 80 Wheeler Avenue
In Chappaqua
Marmalade - 29 King Street
In Mt.Kisco
Acadia on Main - 115 E Main Street
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 06/22/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2009
8:00PM
Announcements: - Call In 769-1677
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, June 29, 2009 at 7:00pm
Work Session, Monday, July 6, 2009 at 7:000pm
Pleasantville Music Festival, Saturday, July 11, 2009, 11:00am to 8:00pm
www.pleasantvillemusicfestival.com
Regular Meeting Monday, July 13, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Oral Communication:
Suggestions on Improving Recycling Center presented by Dan Turner, Kim Turner, Justine Collins
Verizon Franchise Update
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-124-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-125-Approval of Minutes/June 8, 2009
Res. No. 2009-126-Authorization to Hold Sidewalk Sales Day-7/11/09
Res. No. 2009-127-Authorization to Close Sanitary Sewer Capital Account
Res. No. 2009-128-Authorization to Increase Sidewalk Capital Project Account
Res. No. 2009-129-Approval of Out of State Conference Request from Treasurer & Deputy Treasurer
Res. No. 2009-130-Accepting Donation for Senior Programs
Res. No. 2009-131-Approval of Budget Amendments
Res. No. 2009-132-Authorization to Advertise RFP for Sale of Former Recreation Center
Res. No. 2009-133-Authorization to Award Bid for Eastview Drainage Project
Res. No. 2009-134-Approval of Survey Services/Hays Hill Road & Greenmeadow Lane
Res. No. 2009-135-Authorization to Renew Village’s Insurance Policies
Res. No. 2009-136-Approval of Part-Time Court Officer
Village Board Work Session Agenda 06/22/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y.
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Professional Consulting, Inc. - Hays Hill/Greenmeadow
Capital Program
Lucy’s Lounge License Agreement Request
Kass Realty License Agreement Request/Ed Elliott
8:00pm BOARD MEETING
8:30pm Work Session Continued
Conservation Advisory Council/Nannahagen Park
& Sanctuary Discussion & Misc. Updates
Village Board Work Session Agenda 6/15/09
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Ed Elliott/Easment Agreement Request
Appraisal Proposal for 359 Bedford Road
(Recreation Center)
Hiring of Part-Time Court Security
Metro North/Meeting Update
8:30pm Conservation Advisory Council/Nannahagen Park
and Sanctuary Discussion & Misc. Updates
9:30pm
EXECUTIVE SESSION
PBA Negotiations
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 06/08/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2009
8:00PM
Call in # 769-1677
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, June 15, 2009 at 7:00pm
Regular Meeting Monday, June 22, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Written Communication:
Oral Communication:
Building Department Updates/Michael Testa, Building Inspector
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-112-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-113-Approval of Minutes/May 18th & May 29th
Res. No. 2009-114-Accepting Donations to Beautification Committee Fund
Res. No. 2009-115-Approval of Amendment to 08/09 Snow & Ice Agreement with NYS Dept. of Transportation
Res. No. 2009-116-Approval of Worker’s Compensation Insurance/PERMA
Res. No. 2009-117-Approval of Agreement with NYCONN/Fire Alarm System at 359 Bedford Road (Recreation Center)
Res. No. 2009-118-SEQRA Determination for Installation of a Traffic Signal and Related Streetscape Improvements at the Intersections of Bedford and Pleasantville Road, and Marble Avenue & Wheeler Avenue Intersections on Bedford Road.
Res. No. 2009-119-Award of Bid/Streetscape Improvements
Res. No. 2009-120-Approval of Internship/Police Department
Res. No. 2009-121-Approval of Budget Amendments
Res. No. 2009-121-Authorizing the Appropriation from the General Fund of $150,000 from Fund Balance to a Capital Reserve for Economic Development Purposes
Village Board Work Session Agenda 06/08/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Miscellaneous Project Updates/ Superintendent of Public works
7:30pm Water Billing Inquiry/Pat Spinelli
8:00pm REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Monday, June 1, 2009
Village Board Work Session Agenda 6/01/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Executive Session
Police Chief/Personnel Matters
Real Estate Negotiations for 359 Bedford Road
9:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Review of NYCON Proposal for Alarm Upgrade/359 Bedford Road/
Review of Recommendation of Award for Topographic Survey/Hays Hill & Greenmeadow Roads
Village Board Meeting Agenda 05/29/09
MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, MAY 29 2009
9:00AM
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-108-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-109-Approval to Use Outdoor Barbecue Grill/Holy Innocents
Res. No. 2009-110-Authorization to Wire Transfer Funds for Pleasantville Music Festival
Res. No. 2009-107-Approval of Temporary Parking Restrictions/Farmers Market
Architectural Review Board 6/4/09
Architectural Review Board
Thursday June 4, 2009
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
1. Jamie and Carrie Lent, 151 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed backyard patio and associated stair repair- Note: Property is located in the special character overlay district
2. Ledgerock Gardens Co-op, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed signage rep
Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda 5/28/09
Zoning Board of Appeals
Thursday May, 28 2009
8:15 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
Case No. 2009-04– Mr. and Mrs. James Corey, 119 Pierce Drive, 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” regarding insufficient side yard setbacks and excessive building story height-
Case No. 2009-06 – Kass Reality Company - 21 Paulding Street, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to legalize the current use of the second floor office areas and associated improvements at 21 Paulding Street, Pleasantville NY done without obtaining Building permits and associated approvals on-site in violation of section(s) 185-36.B.(7) Schedule VII “Off Street parking and loading requirements” of the Zoning Ordinance regarding insufficient parking being provided on-site
Friday, May 22, 2009
Stay connected via a blog, website, and now twitter
I'm sure you know about this blog & the official Village website to keep up to date on meetings, events, and local politics. But I figured I would mention other online ways to stay in touch with what's going on in Pleasantville when I come across them. Using a newer online communication tool, Chris Cornell, of the Cornell Gallery posts Pleasantville updates via his Twitter account. http://twitter.com/pleasantville .
Enjoy it.
-Ben Serebin
Pleasantville Resident
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Planning Commission Agenda 5/27/09
Planning Commission
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
Sulejman and Esma Paljevic - 10 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville, New York
Proposed wine bar
Farrow’s Service Station – 332 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York
Proposed site plan amendment to establish the sale of propane gas tanks via exchange type system
Official Village Recreation Center Survey
Dear Pleasantville Residents,
The Board of Trustees and Parks Recreation Advisory Board needs your help!
Please participate in this brief survey that will help us gather your opinions on issues concerning a future home and site for Pleasantville's recreation programs.
The survey is attached here for your convenience.
[Here is the official Village URL for the survey.]
It can also be found on the Recreation Department's home page as well as under News and Announcements at www.pleasantville-ny.gov
Yours truly,
Patricia Dwyer
Village Administrator
Monday, May 18, 2009
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 5/18/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, MAY 18, 2009
8:00pm
Announcements: - Call In 769-1677
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Memorial Day Parade, Monday, May 25th, 10:00am & Ceremony at Memorial Plaza
Pleasantville Volunteer Fireman’s Parade, Friday, May 29th beginning at 7:00pm
Farmer’s Market Opening Day, Saturday, May 30th, 7:00am to 2:00pm, Memorial Plaza
Regular Meeting, Friday, May 29, 2009 at 9:00am for the Purpose of Paying Fiscal 2008-09 Bills
Work Session, Monday, June 1, 2009 at 7:00pm
Regular Meeting Monday, June 8, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Written Communication:
Oral Communication:
Public Hearing:
Continuation of a 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. 2009-99-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-100-Approval of Minutes/May 11, 2009
Res. No. 2009-101-Appointing Legal Counsel
Res. No. 2009-102-Approval of Easement Agreement with Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Res. No. 2009-103-Authorizing Town of New Castle to Submit Grant Application for Ozone Generators at the Millwood Water Plant
Res. No. 2009-104-Appointments to PCTV Board
Res. No. 2009-105-Approval of DataServe Agreement for Printer Service
Res. No. 2009-106-Approval of Budget Amendments
Village Board Work Session Agenda 05/18/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, MAY 18, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Executive Session
PBA Contract Negotiations
Real Estate Negotiations for 359 Bedford Road
7:45pm Miscellaneous Adminstrative Items
Part-Time Court Officers
DataServe Service Contract for Desk-Top Printers & PC’s
8:00pm REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Volunteers Needed 5th Annual Pleasantville Music Festival 7/11/09
Attention Volunteers!
Join us for the 5th Annual Pleasantville Music Festival, presented by 107.1 THE PEAK.
Volunteers are welcome to help us in preparing for the festival and on the day of July 11, 2009 at Parkway Field.
Headliners on the main stage include Big Head Todd and the Monsters and on the kids stage, The Dream Jam Band.
Volunteers should send their email address, phone number and age (only if you are under 21) to pleasantmusic -a -t optonline.net
Att: Sol Skolnick
Monday, May 11, 2009
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 5/11/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Pleasantville Day, Saturday, May 16th, from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Regular Meeting Monday, May 18, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Written Communication:
Oral Communication:
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-86-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-87-Approval of Minutes/April 27, 2009
Res. No. 2009-88-Approval to Close Holy Innocents Parking Lot for a Youth Service Event
Res. No. 2009-89-Authorization to Retain Adler Consulting for Traffic Engineering Services for Church Street
Res. No. 2009-90-Authorization to Retain the Services of Virtual Town Hall for Web-Site Design Changes
Res. No. 2009-91-Authorization to Retain the Services of the RBA Group for a Memorial Plaza Intermodal Access Project Design Report
Res. No. 2009-92-Levy & Extension of Property Taxes 2009-2010 and Authorization to Sign Tax Warrant
Res. No. 2009-93-Approval of Budget Amendments
Res. No. 2009-94-Approval of Outdoor Alcoholic Beverage Permit/Captain Lawrence Brewing
Village Board Work Session Agenda 5/11/09
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00pm Discussion on Recreation Center/Re-Issuing RFP (Request for Proposals)
Discussion Regarding Funding Capital Reserve for Economic Development
Review of All Hazardous Emergency Response Plans
Update on CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) Funding for Roselle Park
Update on Hays Hill Water/Drainage Project
9:30pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
PBA Negotiations
Advice of Counsel on Policies & Procedures/Police Dept.
Verizon Franchise Negotiations
Planning Commission Agenda 5/13/09
Planning Commission
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall, 2nd Floor
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
James Mitchell/Sandie Vecchio d/b/a Mitchell Tae Kwon Do Academy – 70 Memorial Plaza, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed karate studio
Sulejman and Esma Paljevic 10 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed wine bar
The Eyes of Mohr d/b/a Lucy’s Lounge – 466 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed addition and change of use to restaurant
Architectural Review Board Amended Agenda 05/07/09
Architectural Review Board Meeting
Thursday May 7, 2009
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AMENDED AGENDA
Joe’s Repair Shop, - 159 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed pole signage modification
Jacob Burns Film Center – 405 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed ground sign
Jerry’s Brick Oven Pizza – 475 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to install window signage
Monday, May 4, 2009
Village Board Work Session Agenda 5/04/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION - AGENDA
MONDAY, MAY 4, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00pm Discussion with John Krysco Re: Former Recreation Center
7:30pm Review of Proposal for Enhanced Web-Site Services
7:45pm Progress Report from Central Business District Master Plan Committee
8:30pm Presentation by A-Home Regarding Rehabilitation of 55 Pleasant Avenue
9:30pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Advice of Counsel and Assignment of Counsel
Architectural Review Board Agenda 5/07/09
Architectural Review Board Meeting
Thursday May 7, 2009
8:15 p.m.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, New York
AGENDA
Joe’s Repair Shop, - 159 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed pole signage modification
Jacob Burns Film Center – 405 Manville Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposed ground sign
Monday, April 27, 2009
Village Board Regular Board Meeting Agenda 04/27/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, May 4, 2009 at 7:00pm
Regular Meeting Monday, May 11, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Oral Communication
Written Communication
Public Hearing
Continuation of a 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. 2009-67-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-68-Approval of Minutes/April 6th and April 13th, 2009
Res. No. 2009-69-Approval to Use Roselle Park/Lions Club Horseshoe Tournament
Res. No. 2009-70-Approval of Service Agreement for Printers and PC’s
Res. No. 2009-71-Approval to Close Memorial Plaza for Memorial Day Celebrations
Res. No. 2009-72-Award of Bid for Janitorial Services
Res. No. 2009-73-Appointment to Planning Commission/Daniel Sweeney
Res. No. 2009-74-Appointment to Conservation Advisory Council-Jennifer Frawley
Res. No. 2009-75-Authorization to Sign Agreement with Peak 107.1 Music Festival
Res. No. 2009-76-Stipulation of Settlement-Planning Commission Escrow Fees & General Release of Claims
Res. No. 2009-77-Closing Various Aged Escrow Accounts
Res. No. 2009-78-Transferring Balance of Unallocated Escrow Funds to General
Fund Refund of Prior Years
Res. No. 2009-79-Closing Capital Project and Transferring Balance to Debt Service
Res. No. 2009-80-Establishing a Capital Reserve for Economic Development Purposes
Res. No. 2009-81-Adoption of 2009/10 Village Budget
Res. No. 2009-82-Approval of 2009/10 Water Rates
Res. No. 2009-83-Approval of 2009/10 Refuse Collection Rates
Res. No. 2009-84-Approval of 2009/10 Pool Rates
Res. No. 2009-85-Approval of Budget Amendments
Village Board Work Session Agenda 04/27/09
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
Advice from Legal Counsel/Personnel Matters
7:30pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Update on Traffic Engineering Proposals/Church Street
Discussion Regarding Establishing a Capital Reserve For
Economic Development Purposes
Village Board Work Session Agenda 04/20/09
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Review of Tentative 2009-10 Village Budget
8:00pm Funding future Capital needs for off-street parking
8:30pm EXECUTIVE SESSION
PBA Negotiations
Zoning Board of Appeals Amended Agenda 04/30/09
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Thursday April 30, 2009
8:00 P.M.
Village Hall
80 Wheeler Avenue - 2nd floor
Pleasantville, New York.
AMENDED AGENDA
Case No. 2009-04– Mr. and Mrs. James Corey, 119 Pierce Drive, 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”, regarding insufficient side yard setbacks and excessive building story height
*Case No. 2009-05 - Ms. Susan Manley - 45 Iroquois Road, Pleasantville, New York – Proposal to re-construct deteriorated retaining walls on-site in violation of section 185-36.B.(1) schedule I “bulk requirements” and 185-46.C.(2) “exceptions” regarding insufficient side yard setbacks and expansion of a pre-existing non-complying structure
Monday, April 13, 2009
Village Board Work Session Agenda 4/13/09
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Request for survey authorization/watermain & drainage project Old Village area
Discussion regarding Bee-Line Paratransit bus donation
Trustee reports on Budget work sessions (modifications)
Funding future Capital needs for off-street parking
Energy initiatives-NYPA surveys
Request for crosswalk installation at Great Oak & Manville Road
Set work-sessions for:
Community discussion regarding Cable Franchise
Academy Street residents regarding BRS Day Camp
Update from Central Business Master Plan Committee
Upcoming Work Session: 5/5 A-Home presentation of plans to
renovate 55 Pleasant Avenue
8:00pm REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 4/13/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, April 20, 2009 at 7:00pm
Regular Meeting Monday, April 27, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Oral Communication:
Census Bureau Community Update
Public Hearing
Fiscal Year 2009-10 Budget Presentation
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-52-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-53-Approval of Minutes/March 23, 2009
Res. No. 2009-54-Authorization to Close Wheeler Avenue from Bedford Road to Clinton Street/Senior Citizen Intergenerational Program
Res. No. 2009-55-Approval of SPCA Contract
Res. No. 2009-56-Approval of Cabaret License/ROCKNROE’S Pop Shop
Res. No. 2009-57-Approval of Budget Amendments
Res. No. 2009-58-Authorization to Sign Agreement with Westchester County/Transfer of Organic Waste
Village Board Annual Organization Meeting Agenda 4/6/09
ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2009
7:30PM
INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS
Mayor Elect Peter Scherer
Trustee Elect Jonathan Cunningham
Trustee Elect Stephen Lopez
RESOLUTIONS
Res. No. 2009-39-Official Mayoral Appointments
Res. No. 2009-40-Mayoral Appointments
Res. No. 2009-41-Appointments to Board, Commissions and Committees
Res. No. 2009-42-Schedule of Regular and Work Session Meeting 2006/07
Res. No. 2009-43-Procedure for Calling A Special Meeting
Res. No. 2009-44-Designation of Official Newspaper
Res. No. 2009-45-Authorized Signatories for Financial Transactions
Res. No. 2006-46-Designation of Bank Deposition for Village Funds
Res. No. 2006-47-Attendance at Conferences
Res. No. 2006-48-Setting the Rate for Mileage Reimbursement
Res. No. 2006-49-Investment Policy
Res. No. 2005-50-Advance Approval of Claims
Res. No. 2005-51-Purchasing Policy
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Village Board Work Session Agenda 3/30/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Proposal to Amend Vehicle & Traffic Law for Academy Street to One Way Monday to Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm from the current law One Way 7:00am to 4:00pm School Days to provide for the Day Camp Program at the Bedford Road School
Review of a Proposal from the RBA Group to Develop a Design Report based on the
NYSDOT guidelines with respect to the Memorial Plaza Intermodal Access Project.
Agreement with Westchester County for use of Retired Bee-Line Buses for Municipal Purposes
Review of Easement Agreement with MTA to install a Switch Pad in the Manville Parking Lot
Review of Professional Consulting, Inc.’s letter dated March 24, 2009 with respect to the Orbeak Lane Drainage
Improvement Project
7:30pm Presentation by Chase Bank/Debit & Check Cards
Anticipated Vacancies- Various Boards and Commissions
Dear Pleasantville Residents,
The Village Board anticipates vacancies will occur on the following volunteer boards:
*Planning Commission: Two vacancies are anticipated. Appointments are for three-year terms.
*Board of Ethics- Two vacancies are anticipated. Appointments are for a two-year term and a three-year term.
Interested residents must send a resume to the attention of the Mayor and Board of Trustees c/o Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville NY 10570. Alternatively you may email your resume to jweintraub@pleasantville-ny.gov.
Thank you,
Patricia Dwyer
Village Administrator
Tentative Village Budget Fiscal Year 09-10 - online now!
A consolidated copy of the Village's FY2009-10 tentative budget is now on the Village's website.
Please visit our home page at http://www.pleasantville-ny.gov.
The budget is linked under News and Announcements.
The Village Board has scheduled a public hearing on the budget on April 13, 2009 at 8PM at Village Hall. All interested persons are welcome to comment on and discuss the proposed budget.
Yours truly,
Patricia Dwyer
Monday, March 23, 2009
Village Board Regular Board Meeting Agenda 3/23/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2009
8:00PM
Announcements:
Change in Village Court hours from 7:00pm to 6:00pm beginning May 5, 2009
Congratulations to Yvonne Van Cort and Roy Solomon on being named “2008 Business Persons of the Year” by the Business Community
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, March 30, 2009 at 7:00pm
ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING Monday, April 6, 2009 at 7:30pm
Regular Meeting, Monday, April 13, 2009 at 8:00pm
Public Hearing on the Fiscal Year 2009-2010 Village Budget, April 13, 2009 at 8:00pm
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-29-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-30-Approval of Minutes/March 9, 2009
Res. No. 2009-31-Authorization to sign Service Agreement with O’Connor Davies Munns & Dubbins for Annual Auditing Services
Res. No. 2009-32-Authorization to Respond to Westchester Municipal Officials Association Survey Re: Potential Interest in a County-Wide Revaluation
Res. No. 2009-33-Authorization to Sign Prisoner Transportation Agreement
Res. No. 2009-34-Approval to Increase Local Retirement Payment for Edith Fuhn
Res. No. 2009-35-Approval of Unpaid Internship/Senior Citizen Programs & Services
Res. No. 2009-36-Designating Village Board as Lead Agency for Intermodel Project and Authorizing Preparation of Environmental Assessment Form
Res. No. 2009-37-Authorization to Set Public Hearing for Fiscal Year 2009-10 Tentative Village Budget
Res. No. 2009-38-Approval of Budget Amendments
Village Board Work Session Agenda 3/23/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Review of Records Storage Proposal from William B. Meyer
Soldiers and Sailors Fieldhouse Project Update
Review of Village Code Section 155-10/Removal of Snow and Ice
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Village Election Today!!! / Free Parking for Election
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
7:00am to 9:00pm
80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor
30 minute free parking is being provided for in the Wheeler Avenue Permit Parking Lot (behind Lucy's) right side only. Entrance to the lot is from Wheeler Avenue.
Village Board Work Session Agenda 3/16/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
80 WHEELER AVENUE, PLEASANTVILLE
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Executive Session
Assessor Re: Certiorari Update
7:30pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
PCTV Budget Proposal Fiscal Year 09-10
Beautification Budget Proposal Fiscal Year 09-10
Library Director Budget Discussion
Monday, March 9, 2009
Village issues on YouTube by Peter Scherer (running for mayor)
[As posted on Yahoo groups relating to the Pleasantville election. -Ben]
Dear Friends,
Below is a link which was forwarded to me to a series of videos on YouTube in which Peter Scherer discusses different issues around the Village, including: Verizon FIOS, MLA, street signs, and the ConEd facility on
http://www.youtube.
I hope you find these useful in assessing the candidates for Mayor. The election is Wednesday March 18. Please make sure you vote!
John Dieffenbach
Journal News Editorial Board Interviews the Candidates
Dear Friends,
As you may know, we have a Village Election March 18. For the first time in about two decades we have a contested election for Mayor.
Trustee Peter Scherer is running against Mayor Bernie Gordon, who is seeking a third term.
Two seats on the Board of Trustees are also up for election: Jonathan Cunningham is seeking re-election and Steve Lopez is seeking a first term.
Below is a link to a website that has a video recording of the interview with Bernie and Peter before the Editorial Board of the Journal News on Monday March 2.
Issues discussed:
Parking
Planning for Pleasantville’s Future
Taxes
Verizon FIOS
Merging Services (Police Dept., Sanitation, Recycling)
Improving transparency and communication of Village government
Traffic studies
www.lohud.com/editorialspotlight
Click "On Demand" and choose the “Pleasantville” video to watch the editorial board interview.
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Posted better link as per John.
Here is an easier link to the Journal News Editorial Board session with the Pleasantville Mayoral Candidates Bernie Gordon and Peter Scherer.
Note that this link take you to the page with Peter’s profile and statement. There is a link to Bernie’s profile and statement from there. (See: More Pleasantville Mayor candidates)
http://www.nyjnews.
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There is also a debate Tuesday night, though I don’t have details. If someone does could you share them with the group? Thanks.
John Dieffenbach
Village Board Regular Meeting Agenda 3/09/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, March 16, 2009 at 7:00pm
Regular Meeting Monday, March 23, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-20-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-21-Approval of Minutes/February 23,2009
Res. No. 2009-22-Approval of Unpaid Internship/Police Department
Res. No. 2009-23-Approval of Temporary Parking Rules & Regulations at Pleasantville High School
Res. No. 2009-24-Authorization for Village Clerk to Advertise and Invite Bids for Bedford & Pleasantville Road Streetscape Improvements
Res. No. 2009-25-Authorization for Village Clerk to Advertise and Invite Bids for Janitorial Services
Res. No. 2009-26-Accepting Donation to Senior Citizen Programs & Services
Res. No. 2009-27-Approval of Budget Amendments
Res. No. 2009-28-Authorization to Sign Stipulation of Settlement Jackson & Wheeler vs Village of Pleasantville;TOMAS LLC vs Village of Pleasantville
Village Board Work Session Agenda 3/09/09
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Traffic Engineer Proposal/Church Street
Request for Removal from Refuse District Maher Funeral Home
Request to Continue One-Way Traffic on Academy Street to Accommodate Summer Camp at BRS
Village Board Work Session Agenda 3/02/09
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
WORK SESSION
AGENDA
MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2009
80 WHEELER AVENUE
PLEASANTVILLE, NY 10570
7:00PM
7:00pm Executive Session
Jackson & Wheeler Litigation
7:30pm Drazen Cackovic/Record Storage Facility Feasibilty Study
8:30pm Professional Consulting, Inc./Water Main Replacement Project for Bedford Road, Broadway, Bedford Terrace, Hays Hill and Greenmeadow Road
Professional Consulting, Inc./Recommendation of Award for Boundary & Topographic Utility Survey/Church Street
Miscellaneous Administrative Items
Pleasantville Ambulance Corps Request to Use Memorial Plaza For a Training Drill/April 26, 2009
Monday, February 23, 2009
Upcoming Pleasantville Election Article in Journal News
Just a reminder, that we are having an upcoming election (March 18, 2009) that involves who will be mayor & 2 board of trustee seats in the Village of Pleasantville. Here is an article in the Journal News about it.
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Voters have a choice for mayor next month, the first time Pleasantville has had a contested mayoral election in almost two decades. Two-term Mayor Bernard Gordon squares off against three-term Trustee Peter Scherer.
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Two village board seats also are up for election March 18 [2009]. Trustee Jonathan Cunningham is seeking re-election. Stephen Lopez, a longtime Planning Commission member, has been nominated by the New Pleasantville Party to run for the seat held by Michael Gilfeather.
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-Ben
Village Board Agenda 02/23/09
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
VILLAGE OF PLEASANTVILLE
VILLAGE HALL
80 WHEELER AVENUE - 2ND FLOOR
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2009
8:00PM
Scheduled Meetings: All meetings are held at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pleasantville, New York
Work Session, Monday, March 2, 2009 at 7:00pm
Regular Meeting Monday, March 9, 2009 at 8:00pm with a Work Session at 7:00pm
Public Hearing
Continuation of a 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.
Public Hearing pertaining to a Local Law amending Chapter 173, Vehicles and Traffic, Section 173-60 Parking Prohibited At All Times as follows:
DELETE:
Name of Street Side Location
Manville Road South From the intersection of Clark Street west for 40 feet
ADD:
Name of Street Side Location
Manville Road South From the intersection of Clark Street west for 60 feet
Resolutions:
Res. No. 2009-15-Approval of Pre-Check Register
Res. No. 2009-16-Approval of Minutes 1/26/09 and 2/9/09
Res. No. 2009-17-Approval of a Local Law Amending Chapter 173, Vehicles and Traffic, Section 173-60 Parking Prohibited At All Time
Res. No. 2009-18-Approval of Temporary Parking Restriction
Res. No. 2009-19-Approval of Budget Amendments
New Business
Chief Chiarlitti - High School Renovation Proposed Traffic Pattern Changes and Parking. Including the Clinton Street Sidewalk
Res. No. 2009-20-Authorizing Temporary Parking Rules and Regulations During High School Construction Project
The Dunkin Donuts Corner (SPECIAL FEATURE) - Updated Last 2008.10.07
Regular Announcements Below This - Scroll Down
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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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