Mayor & Board of Trustees

Village Board of Trustees Regular Meeting January 20, 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 20th 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 Malcolm Netburn, Trustee via zoom Also Present Josh Ringel, Village Manager Christine Dennett, Village Clerk/Assistant Village Manager Joshua Subin, Village Attorney Sarah Yackel, Village Planning Consultant Pledge of Allegiance Continued Public Hearing to Amend Chapter 220-2, Definitions and 220-10, Affordable Housing Deputy Mayor Chatzky gave a brief synopsis of the proposed changes. Village Planning Consultant Yackel stated she would update the Environmental Assessment Form to reflect the changes. Ms. Donna Lampone of 201 Glenwood Drive stated she lived in a Moderate- Income Unit and wondered if this would provide any financial assistance to residents of her complex for their roof replacement costs. Deputy Mayor Chatzky explained the purpose of the fund that would potentially be created and stated he would connect her with someone that may be able to assist at the County level. Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing to February 3, 2026. Continued Public Hearing 1030/1050 Pleasantville Road, Briarhouse, LLC “Briarhouse” Zoning Text Amendment – for Chapter 220-21.B Strategic Property Redevelopment Floating Zone Village Manager Ringel provided an update of the project. 1 Mr. Patrick Normoyle, Applicant, stated they listened to feedback and were working on three different design versions. The Board had general discussion on the project timeline. Upon motion by Trustee Mallett, seconded by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing to February 17, 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.  Trustee’s Mallett and Netburn were nominated by the People’s Caucus for reelection. Meet the Candidates is scheduled for January 21st. Village Manager’s Report  The Village did not receive the grant for the MS4 project. Staff will meet to discuss how the application can be improved upon.  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.  Village Hall will be closed to the public on February 5th and 19th while work is being done. Staff will work from home.  The Manor of Speaking Newsletter will be mailed out shortly. Committee Report  No report. Public Comments There were no public comments. Comprehensive Plan Lead Agency Determination, Planning Board Referrals and Scheduling of Public Hearing Village Planning Consultant Yackel provided a brief overview of the process leading up to the draft document. The Board thanked Ms. Yackel and the working group for their work on the draft plan. Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: LEAD AGENCY DETERMINATION 2 BE IT RESOLVED that the Village of Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees issues this Notice of Intent for the purpose of determining lead agency pursuant to the requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and Part 617 (6NYRR Part 617), the Statewide implementing regulations pertaining to SEQRA. If no written objections are received the Village of Briarcliff Manor Board of Trustees will assume lead agency 30 days after the date of this notice. This notice has been prepared pursuant to Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law. Project Title: Briarcliff Manor Comprehensive Plan Project Location: Briarcliff Manor, Westchester County, New York SEQRA Type: Type 1 Project Description: The Village of Briarcliff Manor is seeking to adopt the Village of Briarcliff Manor Comprehensive Plan, an update to the Village’s 2007 Comprehensive Plan. The Plan was developed in 2025 by the informal Working Group made up of Village staff, two Village Trustees, and the chair of the Environmental Advisory Committee, with input from the public through two online surveys and one public workshop. The Comprehensive Plan was prepared to serve as a guiding document for land use and policy decisions in the Village. The Plan seeks to manage future growth and development patterns in the Village. The Plan is structured into three parts: Plan Vision and Background, Plan Elements, and Implementation Plan. The Implementation Plan includes a future land use approach and a detailed implementation matrix for each recommendation. Contact Person: Christine Dennett, Assistant Village Manager/Village Clerk Briarcliff Manor, NY 1111 Pleasantville Road Briarcliff Manor, New York 10510 Phone: 914-941-4800 cdennett@briarcliffmanor.gov PLANNING BOARD REFERRAL, WESTCHESTER COUNTY REFERRAL AND SCHEDULING OF PUBLIC HEARING BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Briarcliff Manor hereby refers the Draft Comprehensive Plan to the Village Planning Board and 3 the Westchester County Planning Board for review and comment and to schedule a public hearing for Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 7:30pm in the William J. Vescio Community Center. Adoption of Briarcliff Manor Recreation Department Refund Policies 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 of the Village of Briarcliff Manor hereby authorizes the Briarcliff Manor Recreation Department refund policies to be amended as follows: Day Camp Refund Policy Recognizing both the financial investment made by parents/legal guardians and the planning commitments required by the Village (including staffing, trips, facility rentals, and transportation), a unique refund policy applies to all Village camp programs. Refund requests must be submitted by completing a Refund Request Form, available at the Recreation Department or online at: https://www.briarcliffmanor.gov/234/Refund- Policy-of-the-Recreation-Departme . The refund schedule is as follows:  From the date of registration through the second Friday in February at close of office hours 100% of camp fees paid will be refunded, less a $25 processing fee.  From the second Saturday in February to the first Friday in March at close of office hours 50% of camp fees paid will be refunded, less a $25 processing fee.  After the first Saturday in March: No refunds will be issued, except in limited and documented circumstances, as determined consistent with this policy and at the discretion of the Village. Camp refund guidelines:  Participants registered for the 5-week bundle who would like to switch to a different option (session I or session II) may do so only by canceling the 5-week bundle registration. If the Village is able to fill the space, a refund will be issued to you and you may then register for your desired session(s).  Refunds will not be issued for partial attendance, missed days, or weeks not attended for any reason (illness, vacation, schedule conflicts).  Camp sessions cannot be broken apart or prorated.  All refunds will be in the form of a refund check, typically issued thirty days after the request has been made in accordance with the Village’s accounts payable schedule. Please be advised that credit card fees related to any payment to the Village are non-refundable as those are separate service fees paid to a third party. 4  Refund Policy for Programs (i.e. -classes, clinics, etc.), Events (ie special events, one-time programs, etc.) & Memberships (ie - Pickleball, Pool, Tennis & Platform Permits) Program/Permit Refund Policy The Village of Briarcliff Manor maintains a no refund and no prorating policy, except as expressly outlined below. Registrants are responsible for considering any personal circumstances that may affect their ability to participate. In the event that a program is canceled by the Recreation Department for any reason including but not limited to insufficient enrollment, instructor conflicts, or weather-related issues, a full refund will be processed. In limited circumstances, a participant may encounter an unforeseeable and unavoidable situation, including but not limited to serious illness or injury, that they believe may warrant consideration for a refund of fees paid. These requests must be made in writing using the Refund Request Form and submitted to the Recreation Superintendent. All requests will be reviewed by the Superintendent, who will make a refund determination consistent with this policy. A processing fee of $25 will be retained by the Village in all cases where refunds, or partial refunds, are granted. In the case of injury or illness, proof must be submitted with the Refund Request Form. Prorating Policy The Village of Briarcliff Manor does not typically grant prorated refunds. If a program is cut short or a participant becomes ill or injured, a prorated refund may be considered based on the number of sessions attended. Proof must accompany the request. Refunds will not be issued for partial attendance, missed days, or classes not attended for any reason (illness, vacation, schedule conflicts). Prorated refunds for court permits (Tennis, Pickleball, Paddle, etc) and pool permits are prohibited. Reimbursements All refunds will be in the form of a refund check, issued within 30 days after the request has been made in accordance with the Village’s accounts payable schedule. FACILITY USAGE PERMITS/RENTALS (pavilions, fields, court sports (tennis, platform, pickleball, basketball), playgrounds, parks, youth center and community center rentals) As per the Village Code Chapter 153 – Section 5 under G – there are no refunds for any facility usage permits or rentals. Please be advised that credit card fees related to any payment to the Village are non-refundable as those are separate service fees paid to a third party. Roll Call: Trustee Hunt Aye Trustee Netburn Aye 5 Trustee Mallett Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Resolution Authorizing Participation in NYS Local Government (LGE) Grant Application with the Town of Yorktown (Lead Agency) and the Village of Croton-on-Hudson Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the following resolution: WHEREAS, the Village of Briarcliff Manor seeks to enhance operational efficiency, data sharing, and coordinated public safety services through shared law enforcement technology; and WHEREAS, the New York State Department of State, through the Local Government Efficiency (LGE) Grant Program, provides funding to support shared services and efficiency initiatives among local governments; and WHEREAS, the Town of Yorktown will serve as the Lead Agency for an application to the LGE Grant Program, in partnership with the Village of Briarcliff Manor and the Village of Croton-on-Hudson, for the implementation of Motorola Records Management System (RMS) software for participating police departments; and WHEREAS, the shared Motorola RMS system will improve interoperability, reporting accuracy, data sharing, and coordinated law enforcement and emergency response across municipal boundaries; and WHEREAS, participation in this shared services project is expected to reduce duplicative costs, improve operational efficiency, and enhance public safety outcomes consistent with the goals of the LGE Grant Program; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Village of Briarcliff Manor understands that the LGE Grant Program requires a local cost share of 10% and agrees to contribute its proportionate share of any required matching funds or non-state costs, subject to appropriation by the Village Board; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Board of the Village of Briarcliff Manor hereby authorizes participation in a New York State Local Government Efficiency (LGE) Grant application to be submitted by the Town of Yorktown as Lead Agency, in partnership with the Village of Briarcliff Manor and the Village of Croton-on-Hudson, for the implementation of Motorola RMS software; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village of Briarcliff Manor agrees to participate in the project in accordance with all applicable LGE Grant Program requirements, including execution of any required intermunicipal agreements, memoranda of understanding, or related documents; and 6 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village of Briarcliff Manor agrees to provide its share of required project costs and to comply with all reporting, financial, and administrative obligations associated with acceptance of any awarded grant funds. Roll Call: Trustee Hunt Aye Trustee Netburn Aye Trustee Mallett Aye Deputy Mayor Chatzky Aye Mayor Vescio Aye Minutes Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of January 6, 2026. Adjournment Upon motion by Deputy Mayor Chatzky, seconded by Trustee Hunt, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 8:32pm. Respectfully Submitted By, Christine Dennett Village Clerk/Assistant Village Manager 7