Mayor & Board of Trustees

Village Board of Trustees Regular Meeting December 16, 2025 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 16th of December, 2025 commencing at 7:30 p.m. Present Steven A. Vescio, Mayor Peter S. Chatzky, Deputy Mayor Kevin Hunt, Trustee Rhea Mallett, Trustee Malcolm Netburn, Trustee via zoom Also Present Josh Ringel, Village Manager Christine Dennett, Village Clerk/Assistant Village Manager Joshua Subin, Village Attorney Kevin Leddy, Village Engineer Kathryn Nivins, Village Treasurer via zoom Sarah Yackel, Village Planning Consultant Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Vescio noted that Trustee Netburn was attending the meeting via zoom. Continued Public Hearing to Add Chapter 46, Procurement Using Best Value Village Manager Ringel explained the proposed legislation and stated some language needed to be clarified. Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to close the public hearing. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: LOCAL LAW ADOPTION BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor hereby adopts Local Law No. 9 of 2025, entitled “A Local Law to add a new Chapter 46, Procurement Using Best Value to the Code of the Village of Briarcliff Manor.” 1 Continued Public Hearing to Amend Chapter 220-2, Definitions and 220-10, Affordable Housing The Board had general discussion regarding the draft and stated they were awaiting further comments from the County. Trustee Mallett stated she wanted more restrictions on the payment in lieu of section. Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing to January 20, 2026. Public Hearing to Renew a Special Use Permit for Congregation Sons of Israel – 1666 Pleasantville Road and Amend for a Rooftop Solar Installation Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Mallett, the Board voted unanimously to open the public hearing. Mr. Shah Nazir, representing the applicant, explained the rooftop solar installation application. The Board had general discussion regarding panel heights and type and whether the power would be sold or solely used for the property. Mr. Nazir stated the energy would stay on the property and the system would be owned by the property owner. Village Engineer Leddy reviewed the renewal and stated there were no changes to the site. Mr. Arthur Baer, on behalf of the applicant, confirmed there were no changes to the use of the property. Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to close the public hearing. Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: AMENDED SPECIAL PERMIT APPLICATION FOR CONGREGATION SONS OF ISRAEL Congregation Sons of Israel 1666 Pleasantville Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY Resolution of Amended Special Permit Approval WHEREAS, by Resolution adopted on September 19, 1991, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor granted a Special Permit to the 2 Congregation Sons of Israel (the “Applicant”) to operate as a place of worship within the R20B Zoning District as regulated under § 220-6J(2), located at 1666 Pleasantville Road (“Project Site”) in the Village of Briarcliff Manor, NY; and WHEREAS, on July 6, 2005, the Board of Trustees granted an amendment to the 1991 Special Permit relate to traffic and circulation improvements on the Project Site; and WHEREAS, by letter dated September 25, 2025, Accord Power submitted on behalf of the Applicant, an application for Amended Special Permit approval to install rooftop photovoltaic (“PV”) solar energy systems on the Applicant’s building at the Project Site; and WHEREAS, the PV system will consist of 497 modules totaling 201.285 kW (DC); and WHEREAS, subsequent to the submission of the amended special permit for the rooftop PV system, it was determined that the Applicant’s special permit for the place of worship use, as amended in 2005, had expired and needed to be renewed by the Board of Trustees; and WHEREAS, in support of its Application for special permit renewal for the place of worship use, the Applicant submitted the following documents and plans: a. Cover Letter prepared by Congregation Sons of Israel, signed by David Pasternack, Executive Director, dated November 20, 2025; b. Special Permit Application and Code of Ethics, signed by David Pasternack, dated November 18, 2025; c. Plans approved during the 2005 Special Permit approval process; and WHEREAS, in support of its Application for amended special permit for the rooftop PV system, the Applicant submitted the following documents and plans: a. Cover Letter prepared by Accord Power, Inc. b. Special Permit Application, signed August 27, 2025, by David Pasternack, Property Owner, and Roger Xia, Applicant c. 1666 Pleasantville Road Plan Set: I. PV-1: Title Sheet II. PV-2: Site Plan III. PV-2.1: Roof Plan IV. PV-3: Electrical Plans V. PV-4: Equipment Specs VI. PV-5: Ballast Details 3  VII. PV-6: Ballast Details VIII. PV-7: Roof Assessment WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees reviewed the Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 1 for preliminary assessment of the environmental impacts of the Project under the State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”); and WHEREAS, the rooftop solar PV is classified as a Type II Action under SEQR and is exempt from additional review, the special permit renewal is classified under SEQR as an Unlisted Action; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Village Code §220-6(C), the Village Board of Trustees referred the Application to the Village Planning Board for its review and recommendation; and WHEREAS, the Village Planning Board discussed the referral at its December 11, 2025 meeting and issued a general recommendation of support; and WHEREAS, the Board is familiar with the 1666 Pleasantville Road site which is currently improved with a place of worship operated by the Congregation Sons of Israel, which was previously subject to Special Permit review and approval in 2024; and WHEREAS, the Amended Special Permit use is consistent with the existing use of the site, the Village’s Comprehensive Plan, and zoning; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Village Code Chapter 220-6D., the Applicant has submitted an amended site plan (§ 220-6.D.1); and WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Village Code Chapter 220-6D., the preparation of a stormwater pollution prevention plan (§220-6D.2) is waived because the amended special permit use will not involve land disturbance or changes to the existing drainage structure; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Village Code Chapter 220-6D., the preparation of a marketing study (§220-6D.3), is waived because the place of worship is an existing use and the rooftop solar energy systems will help with the continued viability of the use; and 4 WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Village Code Chapter 220-6D., the preparation of an Infrastructure and Utility Study (§220-6D.4), is waived because no infrastructure modifications or trenching are required; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Village Code Chapter 220-6D., the preparation of a traffic study (§ 220-6.D.5) is waived because the construction and operation of a rooftop solar system will not affect traffic patterns or generate additional traffic; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Village Code Chapter 220-6D., the preparation of a municipal service impact study § 220-6.D.6) is waived because the installation of a commercial rooftop solar system has a low impact on municipal services; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Village Code Chapter 220-6D., the preparation of an educational resources impact study (§ 220-6.D.7) is waived because the Project Site is located in a commercial district and will not have an impact on the Village’s educational resources; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Village Code Chapter 220-6D., the preparation of a fiscal impact study (§220-6.D.8) is waived because the installation of rooftop solar is anticipated to have no fiscal impact on the Village’s operating budget or resources. WHEREAS, by resolution adopted November 18, 2025, the Board of Trustees set a Public Hearing on the Special Permit to be held at William J. Vescio Community Center, 1 Library Road Briarcliff Manor, at 7:30 PM on December 16, 2025; and WHEREAS, the Village Clerk gave notice of the Public Hearing and as directed by the Board of Trustees, also referred the Proposed Special Permit to neighbors within 500 feet of the Project Site; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees held a duly advertised Public Hearing on issuance of the Amended Special Permit at William J. Vescio Community Center at 7:30 PM on December 16, 2025, at which time the Board heard oral comments from the public, and representatives of the Applicant, and gave the opportunity to be heard to all those wishing to be heard; and WHEREAS, following the public hearing on December 16, 2025, the Board of Trustees closed the public hearing; and 5 WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees received and reviewed a Short Environmental Assessment Form, Part 2 (“EAF Part 2”) for the proposed special permit renewal prepared on its behalf by the Village Planning Consultant BFJ Planning for assessment of the adoption of the Special Permit; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees considered the Short EAF Part 1, the Short EAF Part 2 for the special permit renewal, memoranda from Village Planning Consultant BFJ Planning dated November 4, 2025, and other written submissions, and oral comments made at the Public Hearing; and WHEREAS, the Proposed Action has been subject to a coordinated review by the Board of Trustees as Lead Agency under SEQRA, and the Board of Trustees has concluded that issuance of the Amended Special Permit to the Applicant will not result in any significant adverse environmental impact; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT: RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees adopts and incorporates the recitations and statements set forth above as if fully set forth and resolved herein. FURTHER RESOLVED, in its consideration of the Congregation Sons of Israel applications, the Board of Trustees has reviewed and relied on: 1. Special Permit Application Letter prepared by Accord Power dated September 25, 2025, Special Permit Application Letter prepared by David Pasternack, dated November 20, 2025 and accompanying Plans, pre-construction design approval letters from Consolidated Edison, Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 1, and site plan pursuant to §220-6.D. 2. Memorandum from BFJ Planning reviewing special permit criteria dated November 4, 2025. 3. Planning Board referral and recommendation dated December 11, 2025. FURTHER RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees has reviewed the studies provided pursuant to § 220-6.D and has determined that the Proposed Project will not result in significant impacts to the Village; and FURTHER RESOLVED, in accordance with Article 8 of the State Environmental Conservation Law and 6 NYCRR Part 617, and based upon the review of the Short EAF Parts 1, 2 and 3 and all other application materials that were prepared for this action, the Board of Trustees hereby adopts a Negative Declaration for the 6 Proposed Action and determines that the Proposed Action will not have a significant adverse impact upon the environment as it will not have an adverse impact upon the character of the area, nor will it result in an adverse change in existing air quality, ground or surface water quality or quantity, traffic or noise levels, or result in a material conflict with the Village’s current plans or goals. FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby finds that the amended use of the Project is consistent with the conditions and standards of Village Code §220-6; and FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Special Permit issued for the Project is hereby amended to permit the installation of the proposed rooftop solar PV system and the continuation of the existing place of worship use, which shall be subject to all of the terms and conditions herein and as may be set forth in a resolution to be issued by the Briarcliff Manor Planning Board to be obtained by the Applicant granting an amendment of the Existing Site Plan Approval relative to the Project; and FURTHER RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees grants the Special Permit Congregation Sons of Israel in accordance with the provisions of Village Code §220–6 subject to the terms and conditions of this Resolution. FURTHER RESOLVED, that the violation of any term or condition of this Resolution of Amended Special Use Permit Approval shall place the Amended Special Use Permit and any associated certificate in jeopardy and subject to revocation by the Village; and FURTHER RESOLVED, that except as otherwise provided herein, all other terms and conditions of the aforesaid Resolution of Special Permit Approval dated September 19, 1991, as amended on July 6, 2005 shall remain in full force and effect. FURTHER RESOLVED, pursuant to Village Code Section 220-6E., this special permit issued shall expire and be subject to renewal by the Board of Trustees in five years and every five years thereafter. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the foregoing Resolution is hereby adopted. Public Hearing 1030/1050 Pleasantville Road, Briarhouse, LLC “Briarhouse” Zoning Text Amendment – for Chapter 220-21.B Strategic Property Redevelopment Floating Zone 7 Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to open the public hearing. Mr. David Cooper, Attorney for the Applicant, reviewed the proposed zoning amendment and concept plan. Ms. Corey Block of AKRF on behalf of the applicant, reviewed SEQRA and the expanded Environmental Assessment Form, municipal service impacts, traffic and parking and potential school aged children numbers. The Board had general discussion regarding the project and requested the steep slope and tree removal be quantified. Mr. Patrick Normoyle, applicant, stated the proposed zoning was geographically limited and a tool for the Board of Trustees. The Board requested a site visit with the building locations flagged. Village Planning Consultant Yackel reviewed the SEQRA timing and stated the SPR would be site specific based on criteria set forth. She stated the application and zoning text needed to be referred to the Village’s Planning Board for review and recommendation on the zoning, site plan, lot line and various environmental permits. She further stated the concept plan would affix the footprint. The Board had general discussion regarding sites grade change and potential disturbance. Ms. Lee Constantine of Hemlock Road asked how the application would differ if it was not rezoned and how did the rezoning improve the site. Deputy Mayor Chatzky stated the application was consistent with the long-term planning goals in the Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Constantine asked if the Village needed a new Court and Police Station and what the length of the proposed building was. Mayor Vescio stated the current facility was undersized for all the services in the building. Mr. Bob Fetonti of Larch Road asked for an explanation of stacked parking and if the existing site could be an overlay on the plan. Mr. Normoyle explained the tandem parking and stated they would be assigned to the same household. Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing to January 20, 2026 with a site visit to be determined. 8 Board of Trustees Announcements  Recreation Advisory Committee is seeking new members.  The Library is hosting a Solstice Craft and Storytime on 12/17 and a Macramé workshop on 12/18.  Join the Fire and Ambulance Departments.  The Bonfire and Sing-A-Long was very successful and well attended. Thanks to the Recreation Department and Fire Department for the wonderful event. Mayor Vescio noted it was the last meeting of 2025. He stated it was a good, productive year and he appreciated working with the Board and staff and looked forward to 2026. Village Manager’s Report  The newsletter will be a new format and the refuse and recycling calendar will be posted before year end.  Village Hall will have a delayed opening on 12/22 to finalize the installation of the EV chargers. Committee Report  The Comprehensive Plan draft will be available soon. Public Comments There were no public comments. Quarterly Financial Report FY 25/26 Village Treasurer Nivins reviewed the report and transfers and stated the investments in NYCLASS gained about $1.3 million in interest over the last three years. a) 1-2Q FY 25/26 Financials YTD Operating Report Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Mallett, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees does hereby accept the submitted financial report through November 30, 2025 and authorizes all provided budget transfers and accepts all donations provided within the report. Roll Call: Trustee Hunt Aye Trustee Netburn Aye Trustee Mallett Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye 9  b) 1-2Q FY 25/26 Operating Transfers Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees does hereby authorize the following operating budget transfers for FY 25/26 as follows: 25/26 Operating Contingency Transfer Decrease: A1640 101 Central Garage -Personal: Full-time $15,700.00 Decrease: A1640 820 Central Garage -Personal: Hospital Ins 3,300.00 Increase A1640 400 Central Garage -Contractual 19,000.00 Decrease: F1640 101 Central Garage -Personal: Full-time $ 5,200.00 Decrease: F1640 820 Central Garage -Personal: Hospital Ins 1,134.00 Increase F1640 400 Central Garage -Contractual 6,334.00 Roll Call: Trustee Hunt Aye Trustee Netburn Aye Trustee Mallett Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye c) 1-2Q FY 25/26 Capital Transfers Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees does hereby authorize the following capital budget transfers for FY 25/26 as follows: 25/26 Capital Projects transfer funds Increase H8397 201 26487 Partial Water Main Replc-Carleton $30,000.00 Decrease: H8397 201 26484 Partial Water Main Replc-Hall Rd 30,000.00 Increase H8397 201 25484 Rdgcrst-Twr Hll Wtr Rehb-Cnstr $15,000.00 Decrease: H8397 201 26486 Construction Inspection: Water 15,000.00 Roll Call: Trustee Hunt Aye Trustee Netburn Aye Trustee Mallett Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye 10 Mayor Vescio Aye d) Close Capital Projects Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Mallett, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees does hereby authorize the following capital project close outs for FY 25/26 as follows: 25/26 Request to Close Capital Projects  H1680 201 25170 Library and Pocket Park Re-Planting  H1680 201 25181 MUNIS Tyler Tech ESS/ContentMg  H3120 201 26330 License Plate Reader Grant$  H3410 201 26685 Drone for Firefighting S&R  H5110 201 26423 Replacement Grapple Roll Call: Trustee Hunt Aye Trustee Netburn Aye Trustee Mallett Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Amend Master Fee Schedule Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted to approve the following resolution as amended: BE IT RESOLVED that the Master Fee Schedule is hereby amended as follows: Dog Licenses Expires with Rabies Vaccination Spayed or neutered (One Year) 19 plus 1 State Fee ($20) Unspayed or unneutered (One Year) 22 plus 3 State Fee ($25) Spayed or neutered (Senior Rate) (One Year) 9 plus 1 State Fee ($10) Unspayed or unneutered (Senior Rate) (One Year) 12 plus 3 State Fee ($15) Spayed or neutered (Three Year) 57 plus 3 State Fee ($60) Unspayed or unneutered (Three Year) 66 plus 9 State Fee ($75) Spayed or neutered (Senior Rate) (Three Year) 27 plus 3 State Fee ($30) Unspayed or unneutered (Senior Rate) (Three Year) 36 plus 9 State Fee ($45) Film Permit Prep and Wrap Days 50% of cost of permit Type Parking Permit (RR Scooter/Motorcycle Permit Parking Station) (annual) ELIMINATE 11  $0.40 EV Charging Per kw hour at all municipal lots 30 minutes after charging (except for at Scarborough Station) $5.00 per hour Roll Call: Trustee Hunt Aye Trustee Netburn Aye Trustee Mallett Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Nay Authorize Village Manager to Execute a Supplemental Agreement with NYSDOT for Snow and Ice Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Manager is hereby authorized and directed to execute an adjustment to the agreement with the New York State Department of Transportation for the Indexed Lump Sum Municipal Snow and Ice Agreement for the period from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2029 for the 2025-2026 season. Library Board Appointments The Board thanked the new members for volunteering and thanked the outgoing members Andrea Ziltzer and Bob Fetonti for their dedication and service to the Village. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, that the following individuals are appointed to the Library Board for a term commencing January 1, 2026 and expiring December 31, 2030: 1. Michael Zimmerman 2. Jane Mackillop Minutes Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of December 2, 2025. Adjournment The Board wished everyone a fantastic holiday season. 12 Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 9:36pm. Respectfully Submitted By, Christine Dennett Village Clerk/Assistant Village Manager 13