Mayor & Board of Trustees

Village Board of Trustees Regular Meeting January 6, 2026 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 6th of January, 2026 commencing at 7:30 p.m. Present Steven A. Vescio, Mayor Peter S. Chatzky, Deputy Mayor Kevin Hunt, Trustee Rhea Mallett, Trustee Also Present Josh Ringel, Village Manager Christine Dennett, Village Clerk/Assistant Village Manager Joshua Subin, Village Attorney Sarah Yackel, Village Planning Consultant Absent Malcolm Netburn, Trustee Pledge of Allegiance Continued Public Hearing for a Local Law to Establish Chapter 220-21.C Downtown Adjacent Planned Unit Development Districts “PUD” Deputy Mayor Chatzky gave a brief synopsis of the proposed law. Village Planning Consultant Yackel stated additional amendments were needed to the Code and would be drafted for the Board’s consideration. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing to February 3, 2026. Continued Public Hearing - 235 Elm Road - Renaissance Briarcliff Manor 235 Elm Road – Rose Enterprises Group, Inc. Renaissance Briarcliff Manor–Preliminary Planned Unit Development approval (“Preliminary PUD Approval”) pursuant to the proposed §220-21.C of the proposed draft legislation Mr. Matthew Behrens of Zarin and Steinmetz, Attorney representing the applicant, stated their presentation would have four areas of focus, Dow Hall feasibility, the visual corridor, a height analysis and the driveway. 1 Mr. Mark Day, Structural Engineer for the Applicant, gave an overview of Dow Hall’s current state and stated the abatement costs would be enormous and potentially impossible to repair the roof. Mr. Leonard Glickman, Applicant, noted there was a site walk scheduled for January 11, 2026 at 10:00am. The Board had general discussion regarding Dow Hall. Mayor Vescio requested the applicant investigate as to whether or not part of the building could be salvaged as the amenity building. Mr. Stuart Lachs and Mr. Alan Ward reviewed the landscaping plan and stated it was also reviewed by the EAC. They stated a full resubmission was being prepared. Mr. Lachs reviewed existing and proposed views from neighboring properties as well as the heights of the buildings. Mr. Diego Villareale, Engineer for the Applicant, stated the eastern driveway would be restricted to “no left turn” into the site. Trustee Mallett suggested that driveway be an “exit only”. Mr. Keith Austin of 55 Hawthorn Place stated he was disappointed the applicant did not address the concerns of the visual impacts of the building massing or reduce the number of units. He further stated they needed to show why a wetland intrusion was necessary and requested a full size set of plans be made public at Village Hall. He requested the Board not approve the concept plan until the items were addressed. Mr. Glickman stated the concerns would be addressed with the next submission. Mr. Villareale stated they were restoring the wetland buffer and no buildings or driveways would be located in it. He stated the proposed path would go through the buffer but that could be reconsidered or different materials could be used in that area. Mr. Jim Bombassei of 81 Tuttle Road requested the applicant provide the proposed view from his property. Mr. Joseph Dempsey of 198 South State Road stated his property was downhill of the site and they were concerned with runoff and any pesticides used impacting their property. He asked what the timing of the project was. Ms. Marta Burachok of 106 Tuttle Road stated a lot of the concerns were not covered but a lot of thought was put into the landscaping plan. She asked who would be responsible for maintaining it. 2 Mr. Glickman stated a full resubmittal would be done for the February 3, 2026 meeting and a site walk would be held on January 11, 2026 at 10:00am. Village Attorney Subin requested the site be salted as best as possible and noted Counsel would not be present. He stated it would not be a recorded meeting so any answers to questions raised should be provided at the next public hearing. Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing to February 3, 2026. Board of Trustees Announcements  Several Recreation and Library Programs are available. Visit their websites for more information.  Recreation is conducting a survey for the 250th Year of the United States Potential Celebrations.  Camp Registration begins on January 21st.  Recreation Advisory Committee is seeking new members.  Join the Fire and Ambulance Departments.  The People’s Caucus has a list of upcoming meeting dates.  A grant was received in the amount of $1,972,000 for Phase 3 of the Law Park Drainage Project. Village Manager’s Report  The EV chargers are operational at Village Hall and were funded solely by grants. Additional chargers are being installed at the Library and also at Scarborough Station. Environmental Advisory Council Report Dr. Amy Karpati, Chair of the EAC gave an overview of the work they’d done over the past year and future projects including but not limited to:  Native Pollinator Garden at the Library completed with educational signage to come.  Vine squad event to remove invasive species.  Applied for a grant for a Natural Resources Inventory.  Quarterly newsletters in collaboration with the Sustainability Advisory Committee.  Oversight of tree plantings. The Board thanked the EAC for all their work and stated they made a huge impact on the Village. Committee Report  The Comprehensive Plan draft will be posted tomorrow. Thanks to all for their input and contributions helping to shape the document. 3  Public Comments Mr. Sal Maglietta representing 100 Holbrook Road stated the work of the EAC was noticeable throughout the Village and noted the work put into and collaboration for the 235 Elm Road project was impressive and would benefit the community. He stated he sent two emails regarding the proposed solar farm at 345 Scarborough Road and the applicant submitted an inaccurate portrayal in their plan of the sewer easement. He further stated the easement was not abandoned and asked the Board to consider that when reviewing the application. Village Attorney Subin stated the applicant should put their comments on the record during the public hearing once scheduled. Amend Master Fee Schedule – Recreation Fees Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees does hereby amend the Master Fee Schedule for the Village of Briarcliff Manor as follows: 2026 Updated Parks and Recreation Department Fee Schedule Recreation Center, Youth See Sheet Recreation - Facility Rentals Center & Law Park Pavilion: 2 3/28/2023 Refund / Cancellation Fee 25 3/2/2011 Fee added to resident fee Non-Resident Surcharge for certain eligible programs 10 Special Events/Programs Cooperative Program with Portraits in the Park Ann Charles Studios 200 1/6/2026 Scarecrow Building 25 1/6/2026 Hosting All-Star meet for Northern charge NWSA only to offset Westchester costs 750 1/6/2026 Offered Seasonally in Adult Programs groups of 6 - 10 classes Badminton Pick up games on Monday 7 6/1/2016 4  Evenings per night of session Pick-up games on Wednesday Evenings per Basketball night of session 8 6/1/2011 Instructor led class on Ease into the season mediation per class 40 1/6/2026 Pilates Instructed Class per class 20 1/6/2026 Puzzlepalooza Puzzle challenge night 35 1/6/2026 Creative Art Activities Rec Leader hosts class 25 1/6/2026 Tea Parties at the Youth Center Special Events 45 1/6/2026 Trivia 40 1/6/2026 Volleyball Pick up games per night 10 1/6/2026 AM & PM for Beg. /Adv. Adult Tennis Lessons (Resident) Beg./Intermed./Advanced 180 - 250 6/1/2022 Platform Tennis Lessons Group Lessons for Adults 250 1/6/2026 Adult Pickleball Lessons For Beg, Adv Beg, Residents Intermediate 180-250 1/6/2026 Offered Seasonally in Senior Citizen Programs groups of 6 - 10 classes Instructed Class per Strength and Stretch session 50 1/6/2026 Offered Seasonally in Chair Yoga groups of 10 classes 65 6/1/2018 Line Dancing Instructed Class 45 1/6/2026 Mah Jong Lessons Instructed Class 100 1/6/2026 Tai Chi Instructor led class 65 1/6/2026 Various trips to local places Thursday Adventure Trips for seniors Free- 100 1/6/2026 Day Trips for Seniors up to Various Day Trips w. coach bus 10x per year 45-200 1/6/2026 Zumba Gold Instructed Class 25 1/6/2026 Senior Citizen Programs don't always cover all expenses Platform Tennis Permit Fees Resident Family 300 6/1/2019 Adult 215 6/1/2019 Child 100 6/1/2019 Senior 120 6/1/2019 Lesson Permit 10 1/6/2026 School District & Non-Residents Family 450 6/1/2019 Adult 300 6/1/2019 Child 125 6/1/2019 Senior 145 6/1/2019 5  Lesson Permit 10 1/6/2026 Pickleball Permit Fees Residents Adult (21-61 years) 80 2/15/2022 Child (12-20) Under 12 free 20 2/15/2022 Senior (62+) 50 2/15/2022 Family 150 3/5/2024 Lesson Only Permit 10 1/6/2026 Fire Department 0 School District & Non-Residents Adult (21-61 years) 100 2/15/2022 Child (12-20) Under 12 free 30 2/15/2022 Senior (62+) 75 2/15/2022 Family 190 3/5/2024 Residents / School District Ice Skating Rink Permit Fees Residents & Guests 5 / 10 6/1/2016 Youth Programs Offered Seasonally Art Class by Rec Leader for Art Extra - Sensory Art ages 2 - 5 75 1/6/2026 Instructor led classes for K- BYS Winter Basketball Clinics 5 250 1/6/2026 Instructor led classes for K- BYS Basketball Clinics 5 after school seasonally 185 1/6/2026 League Program for grades 3 - 6, with officials, uniforms, game schedule, Basketball 3-6 etc 245 1/6/2026 Program offered by BBHS Cheerleading Cheer Coaches 150 1/6/2026 Instructor led cooking Cooking Class classed for K - 5 315 1/6/2026 Instructor led Wicked Creativiteas Party themed tea 55 1/6/2026 Instructor led classes for K - Eastern FC youth soccer clinic 6 280 1/6/2026 Instructor lead classes for 1 Flag Football -5 225 1/6/2026 Instructor lead camp for Football Camp grades 9 - 12 85 1/6/2026 Instructor lead camp for Football Team Clinic teams 450 a team 1/6/2026 Golf by TGA Instructor Lead clinic 190 1/6/2026 Special Event for 2nd - 5th Halloween Window Painting Grades Single Entry 20 6/1/2013 Twosome Entry 25 6/1/2013 Instructor run day program Juneteenth MultiSport Camp from a day out of school 75 1/6/2026 6  Instructor lead for 0 - 6 yrs old- Rental for room per 45 Kids Rock U min class 50 1/6/2026 Instructor lead class for 2 - Pre-K Multi Sports 5 yrs old 125 1/6/2026 Robin Academy Instructor lead Class 130 1/6/2026 Instructor lead Program for 1 to 3 hrs for grades prek4s School's Out Activities to 5 60 1/6/2026 Instructor lead Class for sewing for Kids grades K - 5 285 1/6/2026 Series of 5 trips with lift Ski Trips tickets 390 1/6/2026 BYS Spring Break Camp Multi Sport Camp 295 1/6/2026 Instructor lead Class for Speed, Agility and Quickness grades 3 - 6 145 1/6/2026 Various sports during breaks grades k - 8, 3 hrs, Sports Clinics w/HS Coaches per day 60 1/6/2026 Super Soccer Stars Instructor led program 295 1/6/2026 Summer Contractual Camp Engineering for Kids Camps program 270 / 420 6/1/2016 Afternoon Group Lessons Youth Tennis Lessons for various levels 180 - 250 1/6/2026 Free Play with instructor/supervisor $35 Winter Family Open Play per day or 90 for all 3 35 - 90 1/6/2026 Youth Afterschool Programs Offered Seasonally- Fall TASK and Winter Arcade program for grades Arcade Programming 3 -5 280 1/6/2026 Birds, Bugs, and Beasts Learning about animals 275 1/6/2026 Introduction to business for Budding Entrepreneurs grades 2 - 5 240 1/6/2026 Chess instruction for grades Chess - Beginners / Intermediates 1-5 240 1/6/2026 Computer Coding for Coding grades 3 - 5 320 1/6/2026 Crayola - Art Class for grades K - 5 275 1/6/2026 Creative Creatures Art classes for grades K - 2 150 6/1/2016 Writing program for grades Creative Writing 2-5 195 6/1/2016 Craft & socialization Creativitea Party for Girls program for grades K-2 175 6/1/2016 Cupcake Decorating Workshops for grades 2 - 5 175 6/1/2016 Workshop for debating for Debate Club grades 2 - 5 240 1/6/2026 Designing computer video Electronic Game Design games for grades 3 - 5 185 6/1/2016 7 Engineers Lab / Intro to Electronic Engineering program for Circuits grades 3-5 240 6/1/2016 Introduction to Fencing for Fencing grades 3 - 5 500 1/6/2026 Sports Class for grades K - Floor Hockey/Flag Football 5 230 1/6/2026 Fashion Designing Class Future Fashion Stars for grades 2 - 5 275 1/6/2026 Comic book/Graphic Novel Graphic Novel design for grades 2-5 240 6/1/2016 Theatre Arts program for Imagination Theatre grades K - 2 210 6/1/2016 Piano Lessons for grades 2 Keyboarding -5 200 1/6/2026 Lego program for grades 1- Lego Building / Art 3 205 6/1/2016 Lego program for grades K- Legos 5 245 1/6/2026 Science classes for grades Mad Science K-5 275 1/6/2026 Magic instruction for grades Magic K-5 155 6/1/2016 Make Believe Art Art classes for grades K-2 145 6/1/2016 MakerSpace Craft Class for grades K - 5 285 1/6/2026 Mechanical Engineering & Jr Engineering program for Mech Eng. grades 3-5 & K-2 190 6/1/2016 Introduction to Kodu for Microsoft Kodu Game grades 3 - 5 215 6/1/2016 Mindful Art Explorers Art Classes for K - 5 280 1/6/2026 Introduction to Minecraft for Minecraft Building grades 3 - 5 215 6/1/2016 Introduction to business for My First Lemonade Stand grades 2 - 5 240 1/6/2026 Introduction to Money and My First Piggy Bank Saving K - 3 240 1/6/2026 Music program for grades Music Start K-3 165 6/1/2016 Engineering program for Robotics - Amazing Engines grades 3 - 5 245 1/6/2026 Rocket building program for Rocketry K-5 220 1/6/2026 Pottery Painting Art classes for grades K - 5 320 1/6/2026 Puppet making program for Pushkin Puppet Squad grade 4 150 6/1/2016 Science classes for grades The Art of Science K-5 290 1/6/2026 Sewing Class for grades 2 - Sew Happy 5 300 1/6/2026 Physical Activities for Sports and Games grades K - 5 230 1/6/2026 Art classes & reading Story Art program for grades K - 2 150 6/1/2016 Sports Class for grades 2 - Triple Threat 5 230 1/6/2026 Visual Arts Grades 2-4 190 6/1/2016 8 Yoga for Kids Grades K-2 250 1/6/2026 Eligible Non- Summer Day Camp Programs Resident Fee Residents* DATE EFFECTIVE *Summer Day Camp Fees for Out-of- Village, BMUFSD applicants remain 25% higher than proposed Resident Fees Day Camp Program for Tree Camp - choose either children entering grades Session K-1 5 week Bundle - entire 5 weeks 1680 2100 1/18/2025 Session I (July 6th - July 17th) 710 890 1/6/2026 Session II (July 20th - July 31st) 710 890 1/6/2026 Bonus week - First week (June 29th - July 2nd) Add on week 280 350 1/6/2026 Day Camp Program for children entering grades Super Camp 2-3 5 week Bundle - entire 5 weeks 1680 2100 1/18/2025 Session I (July 6th - July 17th) 710 890 1/6/2026 Session II (July 20th - July 31st) 710 890 1/6/2026 Bonus week - First week (June 29th - July 2nd) Add on week 280 350 1/6/2026 Tree Camp and Super Camp CIT Enrollment 400 500 3/2/2011 Day Camp Program for children entering grades Camp Adventure 4-6 5 week Bundle - entire 5 weeks 1680 2100 1/18/2025 Session I (July 6th - July 17th) 710 890 1/6/2026 Session II (July 20th - July 31st) 710 890 1/6/2026 Bonus week - First week (June 29th - July 2nd) Add on week 280 350 1/6/2026 Pre Camp Supervision for children entering K - 6th Before Camp Care grades from 8 a.m. to 9  camp start Before Camp Care - Week 1 55 70 1/6/2026 Before Camp Care - Weeks 2 & 3 or Weeks 4 & 5 130 165 1/6/2026 Before Camp Care - Full Session 315 395 1/6/2026 After Camp Supervision After Camp ends until 5 After Camp Care p.m. After Camp Care - Week 1 105 130 3/5/2024 After Camp Care - Weeks 2 & 3 or Weeks 4 & 5 235 295 1/6/2026 After Camp Care - Full Session 600 750 1/6/2026 Traveling Day Camp Program for children Camp Horizon entering grades 7 - 9 5 week Bundle - entire 5 weeks 2520 2100 1/6/2026 Session I (July 6th - July 17th) 1060 1325 1/6/2026 Session II (July 20th - July 31st) 1060 1325 1/6/2026 Bonus week - First week (June 29th - July 2nd) 420 525 1/6/2026 Camps running weeks SPECIALITY CAMPS after the Day Camp Instructor run week long Mad Science camp 420 WE Instructor run week long Amazing Athletes Multi Sport camp 295 WILL Artificial Intelligence Machine Instructor run week long Learning camp 360 COME Instructor run week long BYS Multi Sport Full Day Camp camp 295 BACK Instructor run week long BYS Multi Sport Half Day Camp camp 175 TO Instructor run week long Chess - Full Day camp 380 BOARD Instructor run week long Chess - Half Day camp 255 IN APRIL Instructor run week long Coding Fun with Scratch camp 360 FOR Instructor run week long Crayola - Artists passport camp 405 THESE Instructor run week long My 1st Lemonade Stand camp 450 Instructor run week long STEAM Explorers camp 465 10 Recreation - Pool Permit Fees Memorial Day Weekend - Resident - Seasonal Permits Labor Day Weekend Child Pool 175 2/18/2025 Adult Pool 280 2/18/2025 Family Pool 610 2/18/2025 Senior Pool 155 2/18/2025 Fire Department Member 0 Gives access to pool but paying at the gate for 60 + $10 at Daily Use Permit each visit gate School District - Seasonal Memorial Day Weekend - Permits Labor Day Weekend Child Pool 270 2/18/2025 Adult Pool 440 2/18/2025 Family Pool 1020 2/18/2025 Senior Pool 255 2/18/2025 Gives access to pool but paying at the gate for 70 + $10 at Daily Use Permit each visit gate Non Resident - Seasonal Permits Limited amount Family Pool 1195 2/18/2025 Child Pool (only w/adult permit holder) 310 2/18/2025 Adult Pool 515 2/18/2025 Senior Pool 515 2/18/2025 Other Pool Fees and Activities Daily Use Entry Fee - CASH at GATE (over 4 years old) Daily Use Permit Holders and Guests 10 3/6/2008 Discount rates available to SEASONAL permit holders Pool 5-Guest Pass only 40 3/6/2008 Discount rates available to SEASONAL permit holders Pool 10-Guest Pass only 80 3/6/2008 Replacement Pool Permit ID Card when card is lost or stolen 5 3/6/2008 Summer Team program for Swim Team permit holders 6-17 yrs. Old 200 3/10/2020 Instruction program for Water Babies toddlers & caregivers 40 3/10/2020 Instructional program for Pre-School Aquatics ages 3-5 40 3/2/2011 11  a one day session to test Lifeguard Training Pre - Test kids to be lifeguards 40 1/6/2026 Lifeguard Training Program Lifeguard Training for ages 15 and older 375 6/1/2021 Swim Lessons Private (One Child) 2 For Children lessons 70 1/6/2026 Private (One Child) 4 lessons 130 1/6/2026 Private (One Child) 6 lessons 190 1/6/2026 Swim Lessons Private (One Adult) 2 For Adults lessons 75 1/6/2026 Private (One Adult) 4 lessons 150 1/6/2026 Private (One Adult) 6 lessons 225 1/6/2026 Dedicated Picnic Tables 25 plus Pool Party Space Rental and space for a pool party guest fees 1/6/2026 Water Aerobics Instructor Lead Class 35 1/6/2026 Tennis Permit Fees Resident Family 465 3/2/2021 Adult 195 3/2/2021 Child 125 3/2/2021 Senior 125 3/2/2021 Lesson Permit 30 1/6/2026 School District & Non-Residents Family N/A Adult 255 3/2/2021 Child 190 3/2/2021 Senior 190 3/2/2021 Lesson Permit 30 1/6/2026 Authorize Village Manager to Execute an Agreement with Westchester County Department of Transportation Snow and Ice Agreement for 2025- 2030 Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Mallett, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Manager is hereby authorized and directed to execute a Snow and Ice Agreement with Westchester County for the removal of snow and ice for a period of five years from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2030. Fire Department Memberships 12 The Board thanked the new members for volunteering. Upon motion by Trustee Hunt, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor hereby approves the under 18 membership of Matthew Masala to the Briarcliff Manor Fire Department. BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor hereby approves the under 18 membership of Rani Bebslimane to the Briarcliff Manor Fire Department. BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor hereby approves the under 18 membership of Blanca Jain to the Briarcliff Manor Fire Department. Minutes Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of December 16, 2025. Adjournment Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Mallett, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 9:23pm. Respectfully Submitted By, Christine Dennett Village Clerk/Assistant Village Manager 13