Mayor & Board of Trustees

Village Board of Trustees Regular Meeting November 23, 2021 7:30 p.m. A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor, New York was held at the William J. Vescio Community Center on the 9th of November, 2021 commencing at 7:30 p.m. Present Steven A. Vescio, Mayor Peter S. Chatzky, Deputy Mayor Kevin Hunt, Trustee Edward E. Midgley, Trustee Sabine Werner, Trustee Also Present Joshua Ringel, Village Manager Christine Dennett, Village Clerk Joshua Subin, Village Attorney David Turiano, Village Engineer Pledge of Allegiance The Board welcomed new Village Manager Josh Ringel to the Village Staff. Continued Public Hearings: Consider a Local Law Opting Out of the Licensing of [Cannabis Retail Dispensaries and/or Cannabis On-Site Consumption] Establishments Within the Village of Briarcliff Manor Pursuant to NYS Cannabis Law § 131 Deputy Mayor Chatzky gave a brief synopsis of the proposed law. Mrs. Theresa Prestopino of Pleasantville Road stated the demographics of the Village did not warrant opting in. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing to December 7, 2021. Special Permit Application for Morrell and Company the Wine Emporium, LTD – 600 Albany Post Road 1 Mr. David Steinmetz, Attorney for the Applicant, explained the proposed adaptive reuse of the property. Mrs. Margaret Midgley of 1 Ivanhoe Place asked for a review of the site changes. Mr. Philip Fruchter, Architect for the Applicant, explained the site changes. The Board reviewed the County’s Referral Response. Mr. Roger Battacharia of 16 Holbrook Road asked how many employees would work onsite. Mr. Steinmetz explained the operations. Mrs. Celena Herzog on 680 Albany Post Road stated she was delighted for the proposed use and the minimal impacts to the neighbors. The Board reviewed the approval process and directed Counsel to prepare a resolution and SEQRA findings for the next meeting. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing to November 23, 2021. Public Hearing to Amend Chapter 178, Solar and Alternative Energy Annual Audit Report for FY 2020-2021 – PKF O’Connor Davies Board of Trustees Announcements  The BMFD reminded residents to change the batteries in smoke and CO detectors.  The Board thanked all veterans for their service.  Congratulations to all residents that ran the NYC Marathon.  Court Clerk, Rori Zirman received recognition for 20 years of service.  Volunteers are needed for the Recreation Advisory Committee.  Condolences to Fire Chief Caruso with the loss of his father.  A meeting was held with the DEC regarding reducing flood impacts on the Tree Streets.  The Ragamuffin Parade was a big success.  Streetscape Work Session on November 16th. Village Manager’s Report by Interim Village Manager Rizzo  Village Hall will be closed on Veterans Day.  Leaf pickup continues throughout the Village. 2 Police Outreach Report  No Report Village Engineer’s Report  The Hazard Mitigation Plan has been finalized and will be placed on the next agenda for formal approval.  The Tuttle Road project is complete.  The ADA project is nearly complete and landscaping is being installed.  The Mobility Enhancement Grant will likely be announced in January or February. Plans are moving ahead and a Streetscape Presentation will be given on November 16th.  A wetlands survey is being done for the trail study and dog park.  The Recreation Office hardening and remediation work has begun.  The Cell Tree should be fully completed by Thanksgiving. Committee Reports Library Board:  The programs are listed and continually updated on the website.  The Human Library will be in the Village in February 2022. Recreation Advisory Committee:  Platform Tennis permits are on sale.  Ski Lessons at Thunder Ridge are being offered.  A photo contest in which residents can submit photographs of Scarborough Park will be through the end of the month.  The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday 11/17 at 7PM.  Stay informed and sign up for enews. Beautification Committee:  No report. Public Comments There were no public comments. Authorize Village Mayor to Execute an Agreement with the Village Treasurer Adoption of the 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan Acceptance of Donations and Fundraising Appointment of Library Board Member 3 Budget Amendment – Flood Mitigation Fire Department Membership Authorize Settlement of Litigation Appointment to Recreation Advisory Committee Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to adopt the following resolution: Adjournment Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Trustee Werner, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 9:43pm. Respectfully Submitted By, Christine Dennett Village Clerk 4