Village Board of Trustees Meeting
Regular MeetingNyack, NY · July 24, 2025
Minutes
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
of the Village of Nyack Board of Trustees
Held at Village Hall at 7:30 pm on Thursday, July 24, 2025
Present: Joseph Rand, Mayor
Pascale Jean-Gilles, Trustee
Donna Lightfoot-Cooper, Trustee – Arrived 7:49 pm
Joseph Carlin, Trustee
Nathalie Riobe-Taylor, Trustee
Also Present: Andrew Stewart, Village Administrator
Dennis Michaels, Village Attorney
Linda Donnelly, Village Clerk
Meeting called to order at 7:37 pm
Mayor called for a 10-minute recess at 9:11 pm. Meeting called back to order at 9:21 pm.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor’s Introduction
Thank you to the Village Administration, DPW, Fire Department, Orangetown Police, and the
Ambulance Corps for a successful and safe event. This was the first year in several that the entire
park was open for the fireworks.
Congratulations to ArtsRock and the Parks Conservancy for a successful big band swing concert
in the park, drawing approximately 600 attendees—likely the largest Music in the Park event to
date. NOTE: Another free concert is scheduled for next Tuesday.
Mayor expressed appreciation to the Nyack Water Dept. for the rapid response and repair to a
major water main break on S. Highland Ave. with minimal service disruption.
Update on the Pedestrian Signal at the Intersection of Route 9W and High Avenue:
• NYSDOT has approved the installation after advocacy through Assemblymen Patrick
Carroll. Timeline for completion estimated to be 1–2 years.
DPW’s new garbage truck arrived, replacing a 25-year-old vehicle that frequently broke down,
causing delays in pickups.
Congratulations to everyone involved in the recent street fair, especially Roger Cohen and the
Chamber of Commerce, and the DPW for their support. The next street fair is scheduled for
September 7th.
Update on Nyack Plaza Fire:
• The fire-damaged building will be out of use for at least nine months. Displaced residents
have been prioritized for available units in other plaza buildings, with three already
rehoused. Temporary hotel stays are being covered by private fundraising. A new
agreement allows Section 8 vouchers to transfer to market-rate rentals within HUD limits.
Volunteers are helping residents find housing. Once the damaged building is rebuilt, new
tenants will be taken from the waitlist.
• Special thank you to Nicole Hines, Bishop Ron Stringfield, and Rosa Martinez for their
exceptional support.
COMMENTS FROM THE VILLAGE BOARD
Trustee Carlin – Thank you to the DPW for power washing the Main Street sidewalks, noting the
improvement in appearance and expressing hope the work continues on the other side of the street
and possibly on Broadway.
Trustee Riobe-Taylor – Shared that the backpack giveaway event will take place on Saturday,
August 23rd during the African American Day Parade. Encouraged donations through Louise
Parker. Announced the school district’s Redhawk Ready Fest on Sunday, August 24th at
MacCalman Field.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Barbara Noyes - Thanked the Mayor and Village Board for its support of the Penguin Plunge,
emphasizing that without the village, the fundraiser wouldn’t be possible. This year, the event
raised $42,250 for each of three families with seriously ill children. She highlighted the emotional
impact on the families and shared how much the community's involvement means to them.
Mayor Rand – Thanked Mrs. Noyes and her husband for their hard work on the Penguin Plunge. It’s a
remarkable event for a great cause. He expressed appreciation for being included, noting the village plays
only a small but proud role.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
AMEND ARTICLE III (PARKS AND RECREATION AREAS) OF CHAPTER 250
(PARKS AND RECREATION), OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF NYACK, SO AS
TO MORE EFFICACIOUSLY MANAGE GROUP USE OF VILLAGE PARKS AND
RECREATION AREAS, SO THAT THEIR APPURTENANT FACILITIES, PLAY
STRUCTURES AND RECREATIONAL APPARATUSES ARE ALWAYS AVAILABLE
AND ACCESSIBLE TO ALL PARTRONS
Open Public Hearing on Amending Article III of Chapter 250, of the Village Code, so as to Manage
Group Use of Village Parks and Recreation Areas
Motion by Trustee Carlin, seconded by Trustee Jean-Gilles at 8:30 pm to open public hearing
Mayor Rand invited public and Board comment.
Trustee Carlin – Parks Commission is in favor of this.
Jim Wilcox, Chairman of Parks Commission - Supports the change, saying large visitor groups are
overwhelming the park, especially the splashpad, and it's unfair to others.
Motion by Trustee Carlin, seconded by Trustee Jean-Gilles to close the public hearing on
07/24/2025 at 8:32 pm. Motion carried.
AMEND VILLAGE ZONING CODE SO AS TO ESTABLISH THE REQUIRED
MINIMUM DISTANCE BETWEEN THE LOCATION OF AN ADULT-USE RETAIL
(RECREATIONAL) CANNABIS DISPENSARY AND THE LOCATIONS OF (i) OTHER
NON-MEDICAL CANNABIS DISPENSARIES, (ii) ELEMENTARY OR SECONDARY
SCHOOLS, AND (iii) HOUSES OR PLACES OF WORSHIP
Open Public Hearing on Amending Village Zoning Code, so as to Establish the Required Minimum
Distance Between the Location of an Adult-Use Retail (Recreational) Cannabis Dispensary and
the Locations of (i) Other Non-Medical Cannabis Dispensaries, (ii) Elementary or Secondary
Schools, and (iii) Houses or Places of Worship
Motion by Trustee Riobe-Taylor, seconded by Trustee Jean-Gilles at 8:33 pm to open public
hearing.
Mayor Rand invited public and Board comment.
Marc Mallon, 519 N. Midland Ave – Urged delaying the vote, citing a sudden change due to a lawyer's letter.
He called for more legal and financial review to prioritize children and the community.
Chaya Pilla – Criticized the Board for reconsidering the 2,000-ft dispensary buffer just two months after
approving it, accusing them of yielding to one business and the Mayor’s agenda. Emphasized community
opposition, safety concerns, and the need for responsible placement, not prohibition.
Dominick Pilla – Urged the Board not to vote, citing Planning Board opposition, a legal letter debunking
lawsuit threats, and new cannabis regulations. Said the current law is presumed valid and changes require
clear justification.
David Soderlund, Burd St – Argued that the unopened dispensary won’t harm kids, pointing to real dangers
like local crime and traffic issues. Emphasized cannabis is used responsibly by adults for medical reasons
and urged parents to talk with their kids about adult choices.
Kenan Karpetanovic, Druid Rd – Urged the Board to delay voting, citing community unawareness and
emphasizing the need for careful consideration and due diligence before reversing the previous distance
law.
Sean Hundtofte, 118 Piermont Ave – As a local business owner, supports gradual, responsible growth of
dispensaries. Urges careful review of the letter's claims and notes strong community opposition,
encouraging the Board to consider the majority voice. Shares thanks to someone speaking out in favor of
dispensaries.
Kal Toth – Emphasized the village’s right to regulate dispensaries to protect its family-friendly downtown
and urged the Board to find a compromise that benefits the whole community.
Meryl Hirsch, 215 Jewett Road – Argued that a legal cannabis dispensary won’t harm kids, citing strict
regulations and comparing it to existing issues from local bars. Believes Nyack will remain family-friendly.
Roger Hirsch, 215 Jewett Road – Supported dispensaries, citing other towns like Great Barrington with
multiple dispensaries and no issues. Emphasized strict regulations and said legal cannabis has no
connection to illegal drug problems.
Kevin Sheehan – Urged the Board to remember strong past opposition to downtown dispensaries and called
the current legal challenge a “manufactured crisis.” Suggested rescinding the denial, fixing any legal
defects, and reaffirming the original law.
Janice Cohen – Supports the 2,000-ft buffer, saying Nyack shouldn’t become a destination for dispensaries.
Mayor Rand – Reiterated his long-standing view that cannabis should be regulated like alcohol and supported
a 2,000-ft buffer between recreational dispensaries. Believes the Board's earlier amendment mistakenly
applied that buffer to medical dispensaries too, which unfairly blocked a business. Supports restoring the
original compromise: one recreational and one medical dispensary downtown.
Trustee Carlin – Admitted his previous amendment was an error, as medical dispensaries are exempt from
local distance rules. Apologized and noted the Communal Kitchen location is less concerning, being off
Main Street, and the 2,000-ft rule would still prevent clustering.
Trustee Jean-Gilles – Emphasized that the Board is aligning with state law by removing the part that wrongly
applied the 2,000-ft rule to medical dispensaries. Supports keeping the 2,000-ft buffer for recreational
dispensaries.
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper – Acknowledging both parental concerns and regulations, said she believes
dispensaries won’t attract loitering and supports the 2,000-ft rule as presented in the current legislation.
Trustee Riobe-Taylor – Expressed frustration with the ongoing debate but acknowledged the village must
follow state law. Supports maintaining the 2,000-ft buffer for recreational dispensaries, recognizing that
medical ones are outside local control.
Motion by Trustee Jean-Gilles, seconded by Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper to close the public hearing
on 07/24/2025 at 9:38 pm. Motion carried.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES – 06/26/2025
On motion of Trustee Jean-Gilles, seconded by Trustee Carlin. The minutes of the meeting held
on 06/26/2025 were accepted as presented.
PRESENTATION
Thomas Schneck, Visit Nyack, Nyack Tourism Grant Recommendations
Mayor Rand explained that the village's hotel tax, generating about $4 million annually, is partially allocated
to promote local tourism. Half of the revenue supports tourism-related events through the Nyack Tourism
Grant program, administered twice a year by Thomas Schneck and Visit Nyack. The grant funds marketing
only, not operations. Funding recommendations, reviewed by the Nyack Business Council, are being
presented.
ACTION ITEMS
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-117 – ACCEPTING AUDITED VOUCHER SUMMARY
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Carlin, seconded by Trustee Riobe-Taylor.
WHEREAS, the Audited Voucher Summary was presented to the Nyack Village Board of
Trustees at its regularly scheduled meeting of July 24, 2025.
RESOLVED, the General Fund Claims set forth on Pages 1 through 21 in the below listed
amounts are approved for payment:
GENERAL FUND $333,438.31
NYACK PARKING AUTHORITY $ 74,539.16
WATER FUND $ 28,338.89
CAPITAL PROJECTS – 2017 Improvements $ 38,674.09
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-118 – APPROVE A PERMIT APPLICATION FOR A YOUTH
GOSPEL CONCERT IN MEMORIAL PARK
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Riobe-Taylor, seconded by Trustee Jean-Gilles.
RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack approves an application for
the use of the Memorial Park gazebo by Joanne Thompson of Berea Church, Nyack, for a Youth
Gospel Concert, Saturday, July 26, 3-6 PM (rain date August 2).
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-119 – APPROVE A PERMIT APPLICATION FOR A
CHILDREN’S BIKE SAFETY EVENT IN MEMORIAL PARK
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Riobe-Taylor, seconded by Trustee Jean-Gilles.
RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack approves an application for
the use of the Memorial Park paved area and gazebo by Nyack YMCA for a children’s bicycle
safety event, Saturday, July 26, 9 AM-Noon (rain date July 27).
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-120 – AWARD THE 2025 SIDEWALK AND CURB
IMPROVEMENTS CONTRACT TO TERRA FERMA CONTRACTING
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Riobe-Taylor, seconded by Trustee Lightfoot-
Cooper.
WHEREAS, the Nyack Village Board previously obtained a CDBG grant of $300,000 for,
and authorized the bidding of, a public works project for the north side of the Village, including
Jefferson St, Marion St, Third Ave, First Ave and N. Franklin St.
WHEREAS, bids were opened on July 8, 2025 (a total of seven bids were received), and
the lowest responsible bid for the project was received from Terra Ferma Contracting (Base Bid
amount of $47,520; Alternate 1, $59,460; Alternate 2, $11,900; Alternate 3, $54,055; Alternate 4,
$15,100) for a total bid of $188,035.
WHEREAS, the Village Engineer has reviewed the bids and recommended the award of
the project to Terra Ferma Contracting, by letter dated July 14, 2025.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the members of the Nyack Village Board
as follows: That the Village Administrator is authorized to contract with Terra Ferma Contracting
for the 2025 Sidewalk and Curb Improvements in the amount of $188,035, subject to the approval
of the Village Attorney as to the form of the contract.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-121 – APPROVE ELISEO RIVERA (TACO BOYS)
APPLICATION FOR A FOOD TRUCK PERMIT FOR 2025
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Riobe-Taylor, seconded by Trustee Lightfoot-
Cooper.
RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack approves the food truck permit
submitted by Eliseo Rivera of Taco Boys, contingent on the full satisfaction of all permit
requirements, as well as a Fire Safety Inspection and, direct the Village Administrator to work
with the permittee to coordinate specific parking location within the Memorial Park and Marina
areas.
Trustee Carlin – Raised a concern about noise from food trucks and asked if the noise ordinance is being
included in the permitting process.
Administrator Stewart – Confirmed that Village Code prohibits using noise or music to attract customers,
noting this commonly applies to ice cream trucks.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-122 – APPROVE GRANTS UNDER THE NYACK HOTEL TAX
TOURISM GRANT PROGRAM
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Carlin, seconded by Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper.
WHEREAS, The Board of Trustees, in recognition of the importance of tourism to local
economic development, recently adopted a local law providing for a Hotel Bed Tax in order to
fund tourism promotion projects, intends to allocate 50% of this tax revenue, minus an
administrative cost of 8%, to tourism promotion projects, and
WHEREAS, The Board of Trustees delegated to the Nyack Business Council the
responsibility to advise the Board of Trustees on funding decisions in response to applications for
Nyack Tourism Grants, and contracted with Visit Nyack to administer the grant program on behalf
of the Village, and the Business Council has received, reviewed and discussed applications,
including presentations by applicants to the Business Council; therefore
RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack allocates $38,000 in funds for
the current round of the Nyack Tourism Grant program, and
RESOLVED, based on advice and recommendation from the Nyack Business Council, the
Board of Trustees approves the following grants for tourism promotion projects, and directs the
Village Administrator to execute all necessary agreements, subject to the review of the Village
Attorney, to fund these projects with any unused grant funds rolled into the next round of the grant
program:
APPLICANT EVENT RECOMMEND
ACOR Immersive Dance $2,000
Artsrock Various $3,500
Carolyn Doyle Nyack Fall Gala/Dance Fest $1,500
Center for Safety and Change She is event $2,000
Children’s Shakespeare Family Day $1,500
Elmwood Uniting Artists $2,000
Hope Wade Fashion Week Pop up $500
Hudson Valley Mural Mural $2,000
Laura Graham Secondhand Shop Hop $800
Long Path Hike Nyack $3,500
Michael Jameson Flower Market $2,000
Music for Life Night Out $1,500
Nyack Art Collective First Friday $1,500
Halloween, Farmer's Market, Exotic
Nyack Chamber $2,500
Car
Nyack International Film Drone Festival $3,000
Rivertown Film Outdoor Movie and Lego Movie $2,000
Rock Shop Rockshop Revolution $500
SUBTOTAL $32,300
JAN 2025 APPLICANTS
CARRYOVER EVENT RECOMMEND
Ecstatic Dance Ecstatic Dance Event Series $1,200
Edward Hopper House Plein Air Festival $500
Modern Druid Spirit of South Broadway $500
Rockland County Jazz & Blues Society Nyack Jazz Week $500
Rockland Pride Center Various events $1,500
Trade + Prosper Nyack Village Craft Walk $1,500
SUBTOTAL $5,700
TOTAL $38,000
Trustee Jean-Gilles – Are the multiple locations for the ArtsRock grant all in Nyack? Which upcoming
events, like street fairs and the jazz festival, are free and are scholarships available for paid events?
Thomas Schneck – Yes. Most outdoor and community events like the mural arts, Pride Center
events, and outdoor movies are free, while some, like Nyack Films and Ecstatic Dance, are ticketed.
He noted that organizers are generally accommodating if someone can’t afford entry.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-123 – APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH
THE IBEW REGARDING A LABOR CONTRACT TERM OF JUNE 1, 2025 TO MAY 31,
2028
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper, seconded by Trustee Riobe-
Taylor.
WHEREAS, the IBEW represents unionized Village employees in all matters pertaining
to compensation, the last collective bargaining agreement expired in May 2025, and the parties
have agreed on terms for another three-year labor contract.
WHEREAS, the proposed agreement provides for salary,
WHEREAS, IBEW membership ratified the attached Memorandum of Agreement,
appended hereto as “ATTACHMENT A,”.
RESOLVED, the Trustees of the Village of Nyack approve the attached Memorandum of
Agreement, “Attachment A”.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-124 – APPROVE A COST SHARE AGREEMENT
(ATTACHMENT D) WITH THE TOWN OF CLARKSTOWN PERTAINING TO
REPAVING OF BENSON, DOSCHER, HOBE AND PATTERSON STREETS IN WEST
NYACK AFTER THE COMPLETION OF WATER REPLACEMENT WORK
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Riobe-Taylor, seconded by Trustee Jean-Gilles.
WHEREAS, it is more efficient and cost effective for the Nyack Water Department to share
the cost of Clarkstown’s project to repave Benson, Doscher, Hobe and Patterson streets in West
Nyack, rather than contract for pavement repairs directly.
RESOLVED, the Nyack Water Department will pay Town of Clarkstown $47,298 for its
share of the repaving cost and authorize the Mayor to sign the attached cost share agreement letter
(Attachment D).
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On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-125 – APPROVE A PARK EVENT APPLICATION FROM
NYACK YMCA FOR SUMMER BASKETBALL, THURSDAYS, 6-8 PM, JULY 17 TO
AUGUST 28, 2025
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper, seconded by Trustee Jean-
Gilles.
RESOLVED, the Village Board of Trustees approves a park use permit application from
Nyack YMCA to run a free youth basketball program in Memorial Park, Thursdays, 6-8 PM, July
17 to August 28, 2025.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-126 – APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) NEW MT100
MINI TRACK LOADER WITH ATTACHMENTS FROM BOBCAT OF NORTH JERSEY
CORP., TOTOWA, NJ, UNDER SOURCEWELL CONTRACT #020223-CEC
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Riobe-Taylor, seconded by Trustee Jean-Gilles.
WHEREAS, the Village seeks to purchase one (1) new MT100 Mini Track Loader; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to NYS General Municipal Law § 103(16), a village is authorized to
make purchases of apparatus, materials, equipment and supplies, as required, through the use of a
contract let by the United States, or any agency thereof, or any state or any other political
subdivision or district therein, if such contract was let to the lowest responsible bidder, or on the
basis of best value, in a manner consistent with GML § 103 and specifically made available to
other municipalities; and
WHEREAS, Sourcewell is a public entity whose creation was authorized by the State of
Minnesota, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 123A.21; and
WHEREAS, Sourcewell is permitted to engage in cooperative purchasing, pursuant to
Minn. Stat. § 471.345, for supplies, materials and equipment based on sealed competitive bid,
direct negotiation or best value, based on the estimated cost of the item; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Nyack is a member agency of Sourcewell; and
WHEREAS, on or about December 6, 2022, Sourcewell issued Request for Proposal
#020223 for the procurement of “Medium Duty and Compact Construction Equipment with
Related Attachments”; and
WHEREAS, on February 2, 2023, responses to the aforesaid RFP were publicly opened
and recorded; and
WHEREAS, upon evaluation of the responses to the aforesaid RFP, Contract #020223-
CEC was awarded to Clark Equipment Company, of West Fargo, North Dakota (“Clark”), which
contract includes the MT100 Mini Track Loader now required by the Village; and
WHEREAS, by its express terms, Sourcewell Contract #020223-CEC is made available to
member agencies, including the Village of Nyack; and
WHEREAS, BOBCAT OF NORTH JERSEY, located at 201 Maltese Drive, Totowa, NJ,
07512 (“Bobcat”), is Clark’s local distributor for equipment under the Sourcewell Contract; and
WHEREAS, Bobcat has submitted a price quote to the Village under the Clark Equipment
Company Contract, dated March 7, 2025, for the required mini track loader, in the amount of
FORTY-ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED NINE DOLLARS AND 58/100 ($41,709.58),
inclusive of all materials, labor, warranty and other costs, and otherwise in conformity with every
term, condition and specification of the Sourcewell Contract Bid and Award; and
WHEREAS, the Village Superintendent of Public Works has informed the Board that the
Bobcat price is fair and reasonable and will allow the Village to satisfy an immediate need, within
a reasonable period of time,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board hereby authorizes the
purchase one (1) new MT100 Mini Track Loader from Bobcat of North Jersey of Totowa, NJ, at
a total cost of FORTY-ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED NINE DOLLARS AND 58/100
($41,709.58), and further authorizes the Mayor, Treasurer and/or Village Administrator to take
such further action, and to execute such further documents, as may be necessary to effectuate such
purchase.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-127 – APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF AN ARCHER 1200
BARRIER SYSTEM WITH NECESSARY ATTACHMENTS AND EQUIPMENT FOR
STREET CLOSURE SECURITY FROM MERIDIAN RAPID DEFENSE GROUP SALES
LLC, PASADENA, CA, UNDER GSA CONTRACT #47QSWA19DO001F
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Carlin, seconded by Trustee Jean-Gilles.
WHEREAS, the Village seeks to purchase an Archer 1200 Barrier System with necessary
attachments and equipment for street closure security; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to NYS General Municipal Law § 103(16), a village is authorized to
make purchases of apparatus, materials, equipment and supplies, as required, through the use of a
contract let by the United States, or any agency thereof, or any state or any other political
subdivision or district therein, if such contract was let to the lowest responsible bidder, or on the
basis of best value, in a manner consistent with GML § 103 and specifically made available to
other municipalities; and
WHEREAS, the General Services Administration is a governmental entity;
WHEREAS, the General Services Administration, Federal Acquisition Service, maintains
a Multiple Award Schedule with contracts available to governmental entities; and
WHEREAS, on July 16, 2024, the General Services Administration issued Contract
#47QSWA19DO001F to Meridian Rapid Defense Group for Physical Access Control Systems,
which contract includes the Archer 1200 Barrier system now required by the Village; and
WHEREAS, by its express terms, General Services Administration Contract
#47QSWA19D001F is made available to state and local governments, including the Village of
Nyack; and
WHEREAS, Meridian Rapid Defense Group Sales LLC has submitted a price quote to the
Village under the General Services Administration Contract, dated July 17, 2025, for the required
barrier system, in the amount of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED
THIRTY-SIX DOLLARS AND 98/100 ($150,736.98), inclusive of all materials, labor, warranty
and other costs, and otherwise in conformity with every term, condition and specification of the
General Services Administration Contract; and
WHEREAS, the Village Administrator has informed the Board that the Meridian price is
fair and reasonable and will allow the Village to satisfy an immediate need for improved street
closure security, within a reasonable period of time,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board hereby authorizes the
purchase of an Archer 1200 Barrier System from Meridian Rapid Defense Group of Pasadena, CA,
at a total cost of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED THIRTY-SIX
DOLLARS AND 98/100 ($150,736.98), and further authorizes the Mayor, Treasurer and/or
Village Administrator to take such further action, and to execute such further documents, as may
be necessary to effectuate such purchase.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-128 – APPROVE A GRANT APPLICATION TO NYS
DEPARTMENT OF STATE OFFICE OF PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND
COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FUND
LOCAL WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION PROGRAM FOR FUNDING FOR THE
PROJECT ENTITLED “RESTORING AND ENHANCING RESILIENCY OF NYACK’S
WATERFRONT PARK”
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Riobe-Taylor, seconded by Trustee Carlin.
WHEREAS, with funding from the NYS Department of State (NYSDOS), the Village of
Nyack updated its Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) with a focus on: Conducting
a reassessment of assets and resources and developing recommendations for resiliency strategies
that reduce risks to infrastructure and property from sea level rise and climate change, that enable
economic revitalization and that preserve and enhance coastal natural resources; and insuring that
the planning and design work currently underway is consistent with the policies and programs for
waterfront revitalization in the 21st Century,
WHEREAS, the creation of waterfront walkway on Village land and development of
waterfront amenities to increase access to the Hudson River was designated a priority project in
the updated LWRP (approved 2021);
WHEREAS, with funding from NYSDOS, the Village of Nyack has completed the Village
Marina section of the waterfront walkway, and is in the process of completing planning for the
construction of the Memorial Park section;
WHEREAS, the deteriorating condition of the Inlet Banks threaten the Marina section of
the Walkway undermining the Walkway and several pieces of furniture, and inhibit the Village
from installing the Memorial Park section of the Walkway, as the eroding banks, the jumble of
fallen riprap and deteriorated outfalls on the north side of the Inlet will undermine the soon to be
constructed Memorial Park section of the Walkway;
WHEREAS, the deteriorating condition of the Inlet Banks must be addressed given the
increasing number of heavy weather events the Village is experiencing;
WHEREAS, the public has provided input in workshops and public hearings held
throughout the process to update the LWRP and is similarly involved currently in the planning and
implementation of projects to restore and enhance Memorial Park and Marina with a focus on
resiliency, and has made its support known for restoring the Inlet Banks and enhancing resiliency
of the park through the installation of riparian habitat and green infrastructure where feasible;
WHEREAS, the Village is committed to enhancing the resiliency of its incomparable
waterfront park utilizing green infrastructure and natural elements wherever feasible;
WHEREAS, the Village is in need of financial assistance to repair and restore the Inlet
Banks essential for protecting the Marina Walkway, for enhancing access to the Hudson and for
ensuring the soon to be constructed Memorial Park Walkway will be protected from the impacts
of climate change, and the Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of
2022 provides such financial assistance;
WHEREAS, the Village of Nyack deems it to be in the public interest and benefit to
authorize and direct Joe Rand, as Mayor of the Village of Nyack, New York, to file an application
for funds to NYSDOS for Bond Act funding for implementing the project entitled “Restoring and
Enhancing Resiliency of Nyack’s Waterfront Park”
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY MEMBERS OF THE NYACK VILLAGE
BOARD AS FOLLOWS:
1. That Joe Rand, as Mayor, is hereby authorized to file an application for funding through
the Consolidated Funding Application process to the Department of State, Office of
Planning, Development and Community Infrastructure;
2. That the Village of Nyack agrees that it will fund its portion of the cost of the Project and
that these funds will be available to initiate the Project's work upon execution of a contract
with the Department of State.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-129 – APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) NEW 2024
FORD F350 SUPER DUTY SRW 4X4 CREW CAB WITH PLOW ATTACHMENT AND
STROBE LIGHTING FROM PARAMUS FORD, INC. D/B/A ALL AMERICAN FORD OF
PARAMUS UNDER NYS OGS CONTRACT AWARD #PC70440
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Jean-Gilles, seconded by Trustee Carlin.
WHEREAS, the Village of Nyack seeks to purchase a new 2024 Ford F350 Super Duty
SRW 4x4 Crew Cab vehicle, equipped with an 8.5’ Western plow and strobe lighting (hereinafter
the “Vehicle”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to NYS General Municipal Law § 104, a village is authorized to
make purchases of commodities, materials, equipment, technology, food products or services
through the NYS Office of General Services, provided such purchase shall exceed $500.00 and
the village shall accept sole responsibility for any payment due to the vendor; and
WHEREAS, in or about November 14, 2019 (thereafter revised), as part of Solicitation
23166, the NYS Office of General Services awarded contract #PC70440, Group 40440
(Statewide), to Paramus Ford, Inc. of Paramus, New Jersey d/b/a All American Ford of Paramus
(“All American”), for the procurement of “Vehicles, Class 1-8”, for the period November 14, 2019
through November 13, 2029, which procurement was expressly made available to political
subdivisions of the state; and
WHEREAS, included among the categories and items of equipment and accessories
available for purchase from All American under Award #23166 is the Vehicle required by the
Village at a total cost of $72,528.65, as set forth in a certain price quotation from All American,
dated 07/21/2025; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Nyack wishes to take advantage of the State’s procurement
contract with All American and purchase the said Vehicle at the aforesaid price, for which it is
willing to assume sole responsibility for payment to the vendor,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board hereby authorizes the
purchase of one (1) new 2024 Ford F350 Super Duty SRW 4x4 Crew Cab Truck with related
accessories, including a 8.5’ Western plow and strobe lighting from All American Ford of
Paramus, New Jersey, at a total cost of SEVENTY-TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED
TWENTY-EIGHT DOLLARS AND SIXTY-FIVE CENTS ($72,528.65), the cost of which shall
be reimbursed from Public Works funds;
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor, Village Administrator and/or
Treasurer is authorized to take such further action, and to execute such further documents, as may
be necessary to effectuate such purchase.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-130 – AMEND ARTICLE III OF CHAPTER 250 OF THE
VILLAGE CODE, SO AS TO MORE EFFICACIOUSLY MANAGE GROUP USE OF
VILLAGE PARKS AND RECREATION AREAS, SO THAT THEIR APPURTENANT
FACILITIES, PLAY STRUCTURES AND RECREATIONAL APPARATUSES ARE
ALWAYS AVAILABLE AND ACCESSIBLE TO ALL PATRONS
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Riobe-Taylor, seconded by Trustee Jean-Gilles.
At 8:05 PM, during a regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack (“Village”),
convened on July 24, 2025 (“Public Hearing date”), the below-described Public Hearing was (i)
opened, or (ii) was opened at, and continued from, a prior meeting (or meetings), or (iii) was
opened at, continued from, and closed at, a prior meeting (or meetings); and the following
Resolution was duly offered and seconded, to wit:
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees (“Village Board”) is the duly elected legislative
body of the Village and authorized to adopt Local Laws amending the Village Code, including
amendments to the regulations embodied in Chapter 250 Parks and Recreation thereto.
WHEREAS, the Village Board has published a Notice of Public Hearing in the Journal
News, digitally posted said Notice on the Village’s website, and physically posted the Notice on
the Village’s official bulletin board, in accordance with NYS Municipal Home Rule Law §20, with
regard to proposed text amendments to the Village Code, which amendments are summarized as
follows: The proposed Local Law, if adopted by the Village Board, will amend Article III of
Chapter 250 Parks and Recreation of the Village Code, so as to more efficaciously manage group
use of village parks and recreation areas, so that their appurtenant facilities, play structures and
recreational apparatuses are always available and accessible to all patrons, which Local Law is
appended hereto, made a part hereof and marked as “ATTACHMENT C.”
WHEREAS, a copy of the proposed Local Law was provided to the Village Board, in
accordance with NYS Municipal Home Rule Law §20.
WHEREAS, following compliance with all public notice requirements as mandated by the
applicable NYS statute(s) and the Village Code, and distribution of the proposed Local Law to the
Village Board as per NYS Municipal Home Rule Law §20(4), on the Public Hearing date the
Village Board (i) opened, or (ii) previously opened at a prior meeting, and held open/continued,
or (iii) previously opened and held open/continued, and closed, at a prior meeting (or meetings), a
Public Hearing on the proposed Local Law.
WHEREAS, the Village Board finds, after reviewing the proposed Local Law, and after
hearing from the Nyack Parks Commission, that this Local Law will clarify factors to consider in
granting permits for groups to use the park.
NOW, THEREFORE, based on all of the documentation and information before the
Village Board, and the findings and determinations made herein;
BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Board hereby adopts the Local Law in the form and
substance as appended hereto as “ATTACHMENT C,” and as same may have been amended “by-
hand” during the Public Hearing.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-131 – AMEND CHAPTER 360 (ZONING) OF THE VILLAGE
CODE, SO AS TO MODIFY, AND CLARIFY, PROXIMITY REGULATIONS
REGARDING ADULT-USE RETAIL (RECREATIONAL) CANNABIS DISPENSARIES
(NONE FOR MEDICAL DISPENSARIES)
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Jean-Gilles, seconded by Trustee Lightfoot-
Cooper.
At 8:00 PM, during a regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack (“Village”),
convened on July 24, 2025 (“Public Hearing date”), the below-described Public Hearing was (i)
opened, or (ii) was opened at, and continued from, a prior meeting (or meetings), or (iii) was
opened at, continued from, and closed at, a prior meeting (or meetings); and the following
Resolution was duly offered and seconded, to wit:
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees (“Village Board”) is the duly elected legislative
body of the Village and authorized to adopt Local Laws amending the Village Code, including
amendments to the zoning regulations embodied in Chapter 360 (Zoning) of the Village Code
(“Zoning Code”).
WHEREAS, the Village Board has published a Notice of Public Hearing in the Journal
News, digitally posted said Notice on the Village’s website, and physically posted the Notice on
the Village’s official bulletin board, in accordance with NYS Municipal Home Rule Law §20, with
regard to proposed text amendments to the Zoning Code, which amendments are summarized as
follows: The proposed Local Law, if adopted by the Village Board, will enhance the economic
and commercial viability, and preserve the livability, quality of life and aesthetic character, of the
Village’s businesses, commercial uses and residences in the Downtown Mixed Use-1 (DMU-1),
Downtown Mixed Use-2 (DMU-2) and Corridor Commercial (CC) Zoning Districts, and their
surrounding neighborhoods, by establishing the required minimum distance between the location
of an adult-use retail (recreational) cannabis dispensary and the locations of (i) other non-medical
cannabis dispensaries, (ii) elementary or secondary schools, and (iii) houses or places of worship;
which Local Law is appended hereto, made a part hereof and marked as “ATTACHMENT B.”
WHEREAS, copies of:
(i). the proposed Local Law,
(ii). the narrative Memo of Robert (“Bob”) Galvin, AICP, Village Planner (“Village
Planner”), dated June 30, 2025 (“narrative Memo”),
(iii). the State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”) Part 1 (entitled Project
Information) of the Short Environmental Assessment Form (“EAF”), prepared, and
signed, by the Village Planner, dated June 30, 2025,
(iv). Part 2 of the SEQRA EAF (entitled Impact Assessment), prepared and
recommended by the Village Planner, dated June 30, 2025,
(v). Part 3 of the SEQRA EAF (entitled Determination of Significance), prepared and
recommended by the Village Planner, dated July 21, 2025;
were all provided to the Village Board, in accordance with NYS Municipal Home Rule Law §20.
WHEREAS, following compliance with all public notice requirements as mandated by the
applicable NYS statute(s) and the Village Code, and distribution of the proposed Local Law to the
Village Board as per NYS Municipal Home Rule Law §20(4), on the Public Hearing date the
Village Board (i) opened, or (ii) previously opened at a prior meeting, and held open/continued,
or (iii) previously opened and held open/continued, and closed, at a prior meeting (or meetings), a
Public Hearing on the proposed Local Law.
WHEREAS, the Rockland County Planning Department, pursuant to NYS General
Municipal Law (“GML”) §239-l, et seq., reviewed the proposed Local Law and provided a GML
review report to the Village Board, dated July 21, 2025 (“GML report”), which GML report made
a finding of no significant county-side or inter-community impact under NYS General Municipal
Law §239; therefore, the action is a local decision.
WHEREAS, prior to the Public Hearing, the Village Board sought comments on the
proposed Local Law from the Village Planning Board, as per Village Code §360-5.6(B)(3)(a); and
the Planning Board reviewed the Local Law at its meeting held on July 7, 2025, and provided a
written advisory opinion/recommendation to the Village Board offering the following suggested
changes: that adult retail (recreational) cannabis dispensaries be limited to the Corridor Commercial
(CC) Zoning District, which the Planning Board acknowledges would require a different and/or
additional amendment to the Zoning Code; and that a new sub-division “(iv)” be added to establish a
500’ minimum distance away from a Public Youth Facility as defined, and prescribed, in applicable
NYS cannabis law/regulations. Although not part of this advisory opinion/recommendation, the
Planning Board would like the Village Board of Trustees to make every possible effort to enforce the
closure/shutting down of illegal cannabis dispensaries in the Village. The Planning Board recognizes
that this would require the services of law enforcement agencies.
WHEREAS, there being no other SEQRA Involved Agency, as an additional part of this
Resolution herein, if adopted on the Public Hearing date, the Village Board declares itself to be,
and assumes the role of, SEQRA Lead Agency.
WHEREAS, the Village Board, after reviewing the Waterfront Assessment Form for Local
Waterfront Revitalization Plan (LWRP) Consistency Review, prepared and recommended by the
Village Planner, dated June 30, 2025, and after considering all of the discussion and analysis by
the Village Board with respect to the documents referenced and considered by the Village Board
at its Public Hearing held on the Public Hearing date, and at any prior Public Hearings that were
held open, and continued, to the Public Hearing date, the Village Board finds and determines that
the proposed Local Law is consistent with the LWRP and the Village’s Comprehensive Master
Plan.
WHEREAS, the Village Board, acting in its capacity as the SEQRA Lead Agency, and
after reviewing the aforementioned Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3 of the SEQRA EAF, which SEQRA
EAF Parts 1 through 3 were all prepared and recommended, on behalf of the Village Board, by the
Village Planner; the Village Board hereby adopts the said SEQRA EAF Parts 1 through 3, and
incorporates them by reference as if fully set forth herein.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board, after conducting a “hard look”
review of all environmental factors, including, but not limited to, all of the said SEQRA EAF Parts
1 through 3, and the Village Planner’s narrative Memo, hereby determines that there will be no
potential significant adverse environmental impacts resulting from the Village Board’s adoption
of the proposed Local Law, and makes a Determination of Non-Significance under SEQRA,
thereby determining and issuing a SEQRA Negative Declaration.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Village Board finds, after reviewing the proposed
Local Law and the Village Planner’s narrative Memo, that this Local Law, if adopted by the Village
Board, will enhance the economic and commercial viability, and preserve the livability, quality of
life and aesthetic character, of the Village’s businesses, commercial uses and residences in the
Downtown Mixed Use-1 (DMU-1), Downtown Mixed Use-2 (DMU-2) and Corridor Commercial
(CC) Zoning Districts, and their surrounding neighborhoods, by establishing the required
minimum distance between the location of an adult-use retail (recreational) cannabis dispensary
and the locations of (i) other non-medical cannabis dispensaries, (ii) elementary or secondary
schools, and (iii) houses or places of worship.
NOW, THEREFORE, based on all of the documentation and information before the
Village Board, and the findings and determinations made herein;
BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Board hereby adopts the Local Law in the form and
substance as appended hereto as “ATTACHMENT B,” and as same may have been amended “by-
hand” during the Public Hearing.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-132 – DECLARE AS SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZE AUCTION
OF 2012 PARKING AUTHORITY VEHICLE
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Carlin, seconded by Trustee Jean-Gilles.
RESOLVED, the Village Board of the Village of Nyack declares as surplus, Parking
Authority vehicle, 2012 Ford Transit VIN #NM0LS7DN5CT113075, and authorizes to auction
this item through Auctions International.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-133 – APPROVE MUHAMAD MELHEESS (UNCLE MIKE’S
ICE CREAM) APPLICATION FOR A FOOD TRUCK PERMIT FOR 2025
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Carlin, seconded by Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper.
RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack approves a food truck permit
submitted by Muhmad Melheess, doing business as Uncle Mike’s Ice Cream, contingent on the
full satisfaction of all permit requirements as well as a Fire Safety Inspection, and hereby direct
the Village Administrator to work with the permittee to coordinate specific parking location within
the Memorial Park and Marina areas.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-134 – APPROVE MAYOR’S APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS
TO THE PUBLIC ARTS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The following resolution was offered by Trustee Jean-Gilles, seconded by Trustee Lightfoot-
Cooper.
WHEREAS, the arts are an essential part of Nyack’s heritage, identity, and downtown
revitalization strategy,
WHEREAS, the Village of Nyack Board of Trustees wishes to obtain the guidance of
experienced stakeholders and more generally involve the community in planning and reviewing
opportunities for public art, such as public murals, sculptures and lighting, specifically with
regard to expected public murals proposals and other projects requiring Board of Trustees
approval,
WHEREAS, having appointed Kris Burns chair and Bill Batson to lead this committee on
June 26, 2055, that the Mayor’s appointment of the following individuals to serve as an ad hoc
Public Arts Advisory Committee, is approved:
Lauren Randolph Ernst Valery
Art Gunther Karina Zeor
Herve Alexander Carole Perry
Amy Bezunartea Hopper House Selection
Dana Harkrider
RESOLVED, that the Public Arts Advisory Committee shall schedule an initial public
meeting, inventory both existing and potential public arts projects within Nyack, and regularly
report to the Board of Trustees as to its findings.
Trustee Carlin – Expressed concern that the majority of Advisory Board members should be from
the Village of Nyack.
Mayor Rand – Acknowledged it was his oversight not to prioritize residency when selecting mural
board members. He suggested voting on the current list, verifying members' residency, and
expanding the board if needed to ensure a majority are Nyack residents.
Trustee Jean-Gilles – Suggested reviewing mural board members' ties to Nyack, noting that even
non-residents like Bill, who runs the chamber, may have strong connections to the community.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Trustee Jean-Gilles . . . . . . . Yes Trustee Riobe-Taylor . . . . . Yes
Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper . . Yes Mayor Rand . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes
Trustee Carlin. . . . . . . . . . . Yes
DEPARTMENT REPORTS (based on availability)
Village Administrator – The summer concert series will be extended to August 12 to make up for
a rainout; DPW roof and salt shed projects are moving into planning/construction; bids for Village
Hall roof and HVAC are under review due to high costs; and work continues on the NY Forward
grant proposals with consultants.
Trustee Carlin – Do the NY Forward projects come before the Village Board for approval?
Administrator Stewart – Explained that project proposals for the NY Forward grant are due August 1,
with detailed discussion set for the August 25 LPC meeting. The Board should plan to review and finalize
its project commitments in September, especially decisions on how much village funding to contribute,
as local investment strengthens the state's funding decisions.
Trustee Carlin – Asked if his proposed project—an electronic sign in the river space—was included in the
list of projects for the New York Forward grant.
Administrator Stewart – Said he's been working on the electronic sign project and is in talks with the
river space building owner, who may submit his own state funding proposal for facade improvements,
including the sign. He noted that if it falls through, the village may still need to pursue other options.
Mayor Rand – Clarified that since the sign is on private property, it must be a private project, which is why
the building owner is being encouraged to apply for funding. However, if not included now, it could still
qualify later under a small project fund. He also noted that wayfinding signage on public property will be
part of a separate public project the village controls.
On the 26th at 10:00 AM, the Pollinator Project will host a volunteer gardening event at the corner
of High and 9W, where part of a parking lot is being removed for landscaping. He praised the
group's efforts.
Village Attorney – Stated that Isaac Hersko and his LLCs have hired a private defense attorney to
handle numerous justice court cases—non-criminal prosecutions—some dating back to 2019.
COMMUNICATIONS
Ekatarina Osipova, Best Buddies International, Inc., Best Buddies Bike Run NYC 2025, Saturday,
October 4, 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM.
Village Board approved
Kula for Karma, Healing on Hudson Self-Care Event Honoring World Mental Health, 30-40
attendees, Saturday, October 4, 2025, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, Memorial Park gazebo.
Village Board approved
ADJOURNMENT
Motion offered by Trustee Jean-Gilles, seconded by Trustee Lightfoot-Cooper to adjourn meeting
at 9:58 pm. Motion carried.
VILLAGE CLERK
Agenda
Village of Nyack
9 North Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960
Meeting of the Village Board of Trustees
July 24, 2025 7:30 pm
YouTube meeting livestream access link (public comment is in-person only):
www.nyack.link/youtube
1. Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Mayor Rand’s Remarks and Comments from the Village Board of Trustees
3. Public Comment on Any Topic (1-3 minutes depending on the quantity of speakers)
4. Public Hearings –
8:00 PM Cannabis - to consider a proposed Local Law that, if adopted, will amend the Zoning
Code so as to establish the required minimum distance between the location of an adult-use retail
(recreational) cannabis dispensary and the locations of (i) other non-medical cannabis
dispensaries, (ii) elementary or secondary schools, and (iii) houses or places of worship.
8:05 PM Park Use - to consider a proposed Local Law that, if adopted, will amend Chapter 250 so
as to more efficaciously manage group use of village parks and recreation areas, so that their
appurtenant facilities, play structures and recreational apparatuses are always available and
accessible to all patrons.
5. Adoption of Minutes – Minutes 6-26-25
6. Presentation: Thomas Schneck, Visit Nyack, Nyack Tourism Grant Recommendations
7. Action Items
THE DRAFT RESOLUTIONS SET FORTH BELOW ARE FOR CONSIDERATION BY THE
VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (“BOARD”), WHICH RESOLUTIONS MAY BE
APPROVED, OR MAY NOT BE APPROVED, OR MAY BE APPROVED WITH
MODIFICATION(S), OR MAY BE TABLED WITHOUT ANY ACTION BEING TAKEN BY
THE BOARD – THEIR INCLUSION IN THIS AGENDA IS NOT, IN ANY WAY,
DETERMINATIVE OF A DECISION, IF ANY, TO BE MADE BY THE BOARD.
7.1 Resolution No. 2025-117 Resolution of the Nyack Village Board accepting
audited voucher summary
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WHEREAS, the Audited Voucher Summary was presented to the Nyack Village Board of
Trustees at its regularly scheduled meeting of July 24, 2025.
RESOLVED, that General Fund Claims set forth on pages 1 through 21 in the below-listed
amounts are approved for payment:
General Fund– $ 333,438.31
Parking Fund – $ 74,539.16
Water Fund – $ 28,338.89
Capital Projects Fund – Water Improvements $38,674.09
7.2 Resolution No. 2025-118: Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of
Nyack to Approve a Permit Application for a Youth Gospel Concert in Memorial
Park
RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack approves an application for the use
of the Memorial Park gazebo by Joanne Thompson of Berea Church, Nyack, for a Youth Gospel
Concert, Saturday, July 26, 3-6 PM (raindate August 2).
7.3 Resolution No. 2025-119: Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of
Nyack to Approve a Permit Application for a Children’s Bike Safety Event in
Memorial Park
RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack approves an application for the use
of the Memorial Park paved area and gazebo by Nyack YMCA for a children’s bicycle safety
event, Saturday, July 26, 9 AM – noon (raindate July 27).
7.4 Resolution No. 2025-120: Resolution, of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack, to
award the 2025 Sidewalk and Curb Improvements Contract to Terra Ferma Contracting
WHEREAS, the Nyack Village Board previously obtained a CDBG grant of $300,000 for, and
authorized the bidding of, a public works project for the north side of the Village, including
Jefferson St, Marion St, Third Ave, First Ave and N. Franklin St.
WHEREAS, bids were opened on July 8, 2025 (a total of seven bids were received), and the lowest
responsible bid for the project was received from Terra Ferma Contracting (Base Bid amount of
$47,520; Alternate 1, $59,460; Alternate 2, $11,900; Alternate 3, $54,055; Alternate 4, $15,100)
for a total bid of $188,035.
WHEREAS, the Village Engineer has reviewed the bids, and recommended the award of the
project to Terra Ferma Contracting, by letter dated July 14, 2025.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE NYACK VILLAGE
BOARD AS FOLLOWS:
That the Village Administrator is authorized to contract with Terra Ferma Contracting for the 2025
Sidewalk and Curb Improvements in the amount of $188,035, subject to the approval of the Village
Attorney as to the form of the contract.
7.5 Resolution No. 2025-121 Resolution of the Nyack Village Board to approve Eliseo
Rivera (Taco Boys) application for a food truck permit for 2025
RESOLVED, the Trustees of the Village of Nyack approve the food truck permit submitted by
Eliseo Rivera of Taco Boys, contingent on the full satisfaction of all permit requirements as well
as a Fire Safety Inspection, and direct the Village Administrator to work with the permittee to
coordinate specific parking location within the Memorial Park and Marina area.
7.6 Resolution No. 2025-122 Resolution of the Nyack Village Board Approving Grants
Under the Nyack Hotel Tax Tourism Grant Program
WHEREAS, The Board of Trustees, in recognition of the importance of tourism to local
economic development, recently adopted a local law providing for a Hotel Bed Tax in order to
fund tourism promotion projects, intends to allocate 50% of this tax revenue, minus an
administrative cost of 8%, to tourism promotion projects, and
WHEREAS, The Board of Trustees delegated to the Nyack Business Council the responsibility
to advise the Board of Trustees on funding decisions in response to applications for Nyack
Tourism Grants, and contracted with Visit Nyack to administer the grant program on behalf of
the Village, and the Business Council has received, reviewed and discussed applications,
including presentations by applicants to the Business Council; therefore
RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack allocates $38,000 in funds for the
current round of the Nyack Tourism Grant program, and
RESOLVED, based on advice and recommendation from the Nyack Business Council, the Board
of Trustees approves the following grants for tourism promotion projects, and directs the Village
Administrator to execute all necessary agreements, subject to the review of the Village Attorney,
to fund these projects, with any unused grant funds rolled into the next round of the grant
program:
APPLICANT EVENT RECOMMEND
ACOR Immersive Dance $2,000
Artsrock Various $3,500
Carolyn Doyle Nyack Fall Gala/Dance Fest $1,500
Center for Safety and Change She is event $2,000
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Childrens Shakespeare Family Day $1,500
Elmwood Uniting Artists $2,000
Hope Wade Fashion Week Pop up $500
Hudson Valey Mural Mural $2,000
Laura Graham Secondhand Shop Hop $800
Long Path Hike Nyack $3,500
Michael Jameson Flower Market $2,000
Music for Life Night Out $1,500
Nyack Art Collective First Friday $1,500
Halloween, Farmer's Market, Exotic
Nyack Chamber Car $2,500
Nyack International Film Drone Festival $3,000
Rivertown Film Outdoor Movie and Lego Movie $2,000
Rock Shop Rockshop Revolution $500
SUBTOTAL $32,300
JAN 2025 APPLICANTS
CARRYOVER EVENT RECOMMEND
Ecstatic Dance Ecstatic Dance Event Series $1,200
Edward Hopper House Plein Air Festival $500
Modern Druid Spirit of South Broadway $500
Rockland County Jazz & Blues Society Nyack Jazz Week $500
Rockland Pride Center Various events $1,500
Trade + Prosper Nyack Village Craft Walk $1,500
SUBTOTAL $5,700
TOTAL $38,000
7.7 Resolution No. 2025-123: Village of Nyack Board of Trustees Resolution Approving a
Memorandum of Agreement with the IBEW regarding a labor contract term of June 1,
2025 to May 31, 2028
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WHEREAS, the IBEW represents unionized Village employees in all matters pertaining to
compensation, the last collective bargaining agreement expired in May 2025, and the parties
have agreed on terms for another three-year labor contract.
WHEREAS, the proposed agreement provides for salary,
WHEREAS, IBEW membership ratified the attached Memorandum of Agreement, appended
hereto as “ATTACHMENT A,”.
RESOLVED, the Trustees of the Village of Nyack approve the attached Memorandum of
Agreement, “Attachment A”.
7.8 Resolution No. 2025-124: Village of Nyack Board of Trustees Resolution Approving a
cost share agreement (Attachment D) with Town of Clarkstown pertaining to repaving of
Benson, Doscher, Hobe and Patterson streets in West Nyack after the completion water
main replacement work.
WHEREAS, it is more efficient and cost effective for the Nyack Water Department to share the
cost of Clarkstown’s project to repave Benson, Doscher, Hobe and Patterson streets in West
Nyack, rather than contract for pavement repairs directly.
RESOLVED, the Nyack Water Department will pay Town of Clarkstown $47,298 for its share
of the repaving cost, and authorize the Mayor to sign the attached cost share agreement letter
(Attachment D).
7.9 Resolution No. 2025-125: Village of Nyack Board of Trustees Resolution Approving a
park event application from Nyack YMCA for summer basketball, Thursdays, 6-8 PM,
July 17 to August 28, 2025.
RESOLVED, the Trustees of the Village of Nyack approve a park use permit application from
Nyack YMCA to run a free youth basketball program in Memorial Park, Thursdays, 6-8 PM,
July 17 to August 28, 2025.
7.10 Resolution No. 2025-126: Village of Nyack Board of Trustees Resolution Approving
purchase of one (1) new MT100 Mini Track loader with attachments from Bobcat of North
Jersey Corp., Totowa, NJ, under Sourcewell contract #020223-CEC
WHEREAS, the Village seeks to purchase one (1) new MT100 Mini Track Loader; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to NYS General Municipal Law § 103(16), a village is authorized to make
purchases of apparatus, materials, equipment and supplies, as required, through the use of a
contract let by the United States, or any agency thereof, or any state or any other political
subdivision or district therein, if such contract was let to the lowest responsible bidder, or on the
basis of best value, in a manner consistent with GML § 103 and specifically made available to
other municipalities; and
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WHEREAS, Sourcewell is a public entity whose creation was authorized by the State of
Minnesota, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 123A.21; and
WHEREAS, Sourcewell is permitted to engage in cooperative purchasing, pursuant to Minn.
Stat. § 471.345, for supplies, materials and equipment based on sealed competitive bid, direct
negotiation or best value, based on the estimated cost of the item; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Nyack is a member agency of Sourcewell; and
WHEREAS, on or about December 6, 2022, Sourcewell issued Request for Proposal #020223
for the procurement of “Medium Duty and Compact Construction Equipment with Related
Attachments”; and
WHEREAS, on February 2, 2023, responses to the aforesaid RFP were publicly opened and
recorded; and
WHEREAS, upon evaluation of the responses to the aforesaid RFP, Contract #020223-CEC was
awarded to Clark Equipment Company, of West Fargo, North Dakota (“Clark”), which contract
includes the MT100 Mini Track Loader now required by the Village; and
WHEREAS, by its express terms, Sourcewell Contract #020223-CEC is made available to
member agencies, including the Village of Nyack; and
WHEREAS, BOBCAT OF NORTH JERSEY, located at 201 Maltese Drive, Totowa, NJ, 07512
(“Bobcat”), is Clark’s local distributor for equipment under the Sourcewell Contract; and
WHEREAS, Bobcat has submitted a price quote to the Village under the Clark Equipment
Company Contract, dated March 7, 2025, for the required mini track loader, in the amount of
FORTY-ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED NINE DOLLARS AND 58/100 ($41,709.58),
inclusive of all materials, labor, warranty and other costs, and otherwise in conformity with
every term, condition and specification of the Sourcewell Contract Bid and Award; and
WHEREAS, the Village Superintendent of Public Works has informed the Board that the Bobcat
price is fair and reasonable and will allow the Village to satisfy an immediate need, within a
reasonable period of time,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board hereby authorizes the
purchase one (1) new MT100 Mini Track Loader from Bobcat of North Jersey of Totowa, NJ, at
a total cost of FORTY-ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED NINE DOLLARS AND 58/100
($41,709.58), and further authorizes the Mayor, Treasurer and/or Village Administrator to take
such further action, and to execute such further documents, as may be necessary to effectuate
such purchase.
7.11 Resolution No. 2025-127: Village of Nyack Board of Trustees Resolution Approving
purchase of an Archer 1200 Barrier System with Necessary Attachments and Equipment for
street closure security from Meridian Rapid Defense Group Sales LLC, Pasadena, CA,
Under GSA Contract #47QSWA19DO001F
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WHEREAS, the Village seeks to purchase an Archer 1200 Barrier System with necessary
attachments and equipment for street closure security; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to NYS General Municipal Law § 103(16), a village is authorized to make
purchases of apparatus, materials, equipment and supplies, as required, through the use of a
contract let by the United States, or any agency thereof, or any state or any other political
subdivision or district therein, if such contract was let to the lowest responsible bidder, or on the
basis of best value, in a manner consistent with GML § 103 and specifically made available to
other municipalities; and
WHEREAS, the General Services Administration is a governmental entity;
WHEREAS, the General Services Administration, Federal Acquisition Service, maintains a
Multiple Award Schedule with contracts available to governmental entities; and
WHEREAS, on July 16, 2024, the General Services Administration issued Contract
#47QSWA19DO001F to Meridian Rapid Defense Group for Physical Access Control Systems,
which contract includes the Archer 1200 Barrier system now required by the Village; and
WHEREAS, by its express terms, General Services Administration Contract #47QSWA19D001F
is made available to state and local governments, including the Village of Nyack; and
WHEREAS, Meridian Rapid Defense Group Sales LLC has submitted a price quote to the Village
under the General Services Administration Contract, dated July 17, 2025, for the required barrier
system, in the amount of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED THIRTY-
SIX DOLLARS AND 98/100 ($150,736.98), inclusive of all materials, labor, warranty and other
costs, and otherwise in conformity with every term, condition and specification of the General
Services Administration Contract; and
WHEREAS, the Village Administrator has informed the Board that the Meridian price is fair and
reasonable and will allow the Village to satisfy an immediate need for improved street closure
security, within a reasonable period of time,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board hereby authorizes the purchase
of an Archer 1200 Barrier System from Meridian Rapid Defense Group of Pasadena, CA, at a total
cost of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED THIRTY-SIX DOLLARS
AND 98/100 ($150,736.98), and further authorizes the Mayor, Treasurer and/or Village
Administrator to take such further action, and to execute such further documents, as may be
necessary to effectuate such purchase.
7.12 Resolution No. 2025-128: Village of Nyack Board of Trustees Resolution Approving a
Grant Application to NYS Department of State Office of Planning, Development and
Community Infrastructure Environmental Protection Fund Local Waterfront
Revitalization Program for Funding for the Project Entitled “Restoring and Enhancing
Resiliency of Nyack’s Waterfront Park”
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WHEREAS, With funding from the New York State Department of State, the Village of
Nyack updated its Local Waterfront Revitalization Program with a focus on: Conducting a
reassessment of assets and resources and developing recommendations for resiliency strategies
that reduce risks to infrastructure and property from sea level rise and climate change, that enable
economic revitalization and that preserve and enhance coastal natural resources; and insuring
that the planning and design work currently underway is consistent with the policies and
programs for waterfront revitalization in the 21st Century:
WHEREAS, The creation of waterfront walkway on Village land and development of waterfront
amenities to increase access to the Hudson River was designated a priority project in the Updated
LWRP (approved 2021);
WHEREAS, With funding from NYS DOS, the Village of Nyack has completed the Village
Marina section of the waterfront walkway, and is in the process of completing planning for the
construction of the Memorial Park section;
WHEREAS, The deteriorating condition of the Inlet Banks threaten the Marina section of the
Walkway undermining the Walkway and several pieces of furniture, and inhibit the Village from
installing the Memorial Park section of the Walkway, as the eroding banks, the jumble of fallen
riprap and deteriorated outfalls on the north side of the Inlet will undermine the soon to be
constructed Memorial Park section of the Walkway;
WHEREAS, The deteriorating condition of the Inlet Banks must be addressed given the
increasing number of heavy weather events the Village is experiencing;
WHEREAS, The public has provided input in workshops and public hearings held throughout
the process to update the LWRP and is similarly involved currently in the planning and
implementation of projects to restore and enhance Memorial Park and Marina with a focus on
resiliency, and has made its support known for restoring the Inlet Banks and enhancing resiliency
of the park through the installation of riparian habitat and green infrastructure where feasible
WHEREAS, The Village is committed to enhancing the resiliency of its incomparable waterfront
park utilizing green infrastructure and natural elements where ever feasible;
WHEREAS, The Village is in need of financial assistance to repair and restore the Inlet Banks
essential for protecting the Marina Walkway, for enhancing access to the Hudson and for
ensuring the soon to be constructed Memorial Park Walkway will be protected from the impacts
of climate change, and the Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of
2022 provides such financial assistance;
WHEREAS, The Village of Nyack deems it to be in the public interest and benefit to
authorize and direct Joe Rand, as Mayor of the Village of Nyack, New York, to file an
application for funds to New York State Department of State for Bond Act funding for
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implementing the project entitled “Restoring and Enhancing Resiliency of Nyack’s
Waterfront Park”
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY MEMBERS OF THE NYACK VILLAGE
BOARD AS FOLLOWS:
1. That Joe Rand, as Mayor, is hereby authorized to file an application for funding through
the Consolidated Funding Application process to the Department of State, Office of
Planning, Development and Community Infrastructure;
2. That the Village of Nyack agrees that it will fund its portion of the cost of the Project and
that these funds will be available to initiate the Project's work upon execution of a
contract with the Department of State.
7.13 Resolution No. 2025-129: Village of Nyack Board of Trustees Resolution Approving the
purchase of one (1) new 2024 Ford F350 Super Duty SRW 4x4 crew cab with plow
attachment and strobe lighting from Paramus Ford, Inc. d/b/a All American Ford of
Paramus under NYS OGS contract award #PC70440
WHEREAS, the Village of Nyack seeks to purchase a new 2024 Ford F350 Super Duty SRW 4x4
Crew Cab vehicle, equipped with an 8.5’ Western plow and strobe lighting (hereinafter the
“Vehicle”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to NYS General Municipal Law § 104, a village is authorized to make
purchases of commodities, materials, equipment, technology, food products or services through
the NYS Office of General Services, provided such purchase shall exceed $500.00 and the village
shall accept sole responsibility for any payment due to the vendor; and
WHEREAS, in or about November 14, 2019 (thereafter revised), as part of Solicitation 23166, the
NYS Office of General Services awarded contract #PC70440, Group 40440 (Statewide), to
Paramus Ford, Inc. of Paramus, New Jersey d/b/a All American Ford of Paramus (“All
American”), for the procurement of “Vehicles, Class 1-8”, for the period November 14, 2019
through November 13, 2029, which procurement was expressly made available to political
subdivisions of the state; and
WHEREAS, included among the categories and items of equipment and accessories available for
purchase from All American under Award #23166 is the Vehicle required by the Village at a total
cost of $72,528.65, as set forth in a certain price quotation from All American, dated 07/21/2025;
and
WHEREAS, the Village of Nyack wishes to take advantage of the State’s procurement contract
with All American and purchase the said Vehicle at the aforesaid price, for which it is willing to
assume sole responsibility for payment to the vendor,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board hereby authorizes the purchase
of one (1) new 2024 Ford F350 Super Duty SRW 4x4 Crew Cab Truck with related accessories,
including a 8.5’ Western plow and strobe lighting from All American Ford of Paramus, New
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Jersey, at a total cost of SEVENTY-TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED TWENTY-EIGHT
DOLLARS AND SIXTY-FIVE CENTS ($72,528.65), the cost of which shall be reimbursed from
Public Works funds;
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor, Village Administrator and/or Treasurer is
authorized to take such further action, and to execute such further documents, as may be necessary
to effectuate such purchase.
7.14 Resolution No. 2025-130: Resolution, of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack
to amend Article III of Chapter 250 of the Village Code, so as to more efficaciously manage
group use of village parks and recreation areas, so that their appurtenant facilities, play
structures and recreational apparatuses are always available and accessible to all patrons.
At 8:05 M PM, during a regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack
(“Village”), convened on July 24, 2025 (“Public Hearing date”), the below-described Public
Hearing was (i) opened, or (ii) was opened at, and continued from, a prior meeting (or meetings),
or (iii) was opened at, continued from, and closed at, a prior meeting (or meetings); and the
following Resolution was duly offered and seconded, to wit:
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees (“Village Board”) is the duly elected legislative body
of the Village, and authorized to adopt Local Laws amending the Village Code, including
amendments to the regulations embodied in Chapter 250 Parks and Recreation thereto.
WHEREAS, the Village Board has published a Notice of Public Hearing in the Journal News,
digitally posted said Notice on the Village’s website, and physically posted the Notice on the
Village’s official bulletin board, in accordance with NYS Municipal Home Rule Law §20, with
regard to proposed text amendments to the Village Code, which amendments are summarized as
follows: the proposed Local Law, if adopted by the Village Board, will amend Article III of
Chapter 250 Parks and Recreation of the Village Code, so as to more efficaciously manage group
use of village parks and recreation areas, so that their appurtenant facilities, play structures and
recreational apparatuses are always available and accessible to all patrons, which Local Law is
appended hereto, made a part hereof and marked as “ATTACHMENT C.”
WHEREAS, a copy of the proposed Local Law was provided to the Village Board, in accordance
with NYS Municipal Home Rule Law §20.
WHEREAS, following compliance with all public notice requirements as mandated by the
applicable NYS statute(s) and the Village Code, and distribution of the proposed Local Law to
the Village Board as per NYS Municipal Home Rule Law §20(4), on the Public Hearing date the
Village Board (i) opened, or (ii) previously opened at a prior meeting, and held open/continued,
or (iii) previously opened and held open/continued, and closed, at a prior meeting (or meetings),
a Public Hearing on the proposed Local Law.
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WHEREAS, the Village Board finds, after reviewing the proposed Local Law, and after hearing
from the Nyack Parks Commission, that this Local Law will clarify factors to consider in
granting permits for groups to use the park.
NOW, THEREFORE, based on all of the documentation and information before the Village
Board, and the findings and determinations made herein;
BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Board hereby adopts the Local Law in the form and
substance as appended hereto as “ATTACHMENT C,” and as same may have been amended
“by-hand” during the Public Hearing.
7.15 Resolution No. 2025-131: Resolution, of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack,
to amend Chapter 360 (Zoning) of the Village Code, so as to modify, and clarify, proximity
regulations regarding adult-use retail (recreational) cannabis dispensaries (none for
medical dispensaries).
At 8:00 PM, during a regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack
(“Village”), convened on July 24, 2025 (“Public Hearing date”), the below-described Public
Hearing was (i) opened, or (ii) was opened at, and continued from, a prior meeting (or meetings),
or (iii) was opened at, continued from, and closed at, a prior meeting (or meetings); and the
following Resolution was duly offered and seconded, to wit:
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees (“Village Board”) is the duly elected legislative body
of the Village, and authorized to adopt Local Laws amending the Village Code, including
amendments to the zoning regulations embodied in Chapter 360 (Zoning) of the Village Code
(“Zoning Code”).
WHEREAS, the Village Board has published a Notice of Public Hearing in the Journal News,
digitally posted said Notice on the Village’s website, and physically posted the Notice on the
Village’s official bulletin board, in accordance with NYS Municipal Home Rule Law §20, with
regard to proposed text amendments to the Zoning Code, which amendments are summarized as
follows: the proposed Local Law, if adopted by the Village Board, will enhance the economic
and commercial viability, and preserve the livability, quality of life and aesthetic character, of
the Village’s businesses, commercial uses and residences in the Downtown Mixed Use-1 (DMU-
1), Downtown Mixed Use-2 (DMU-2) and Corridor Commercial (CC) Zoning Districts, and their
surrounding neighborhoods, by establishing the required minimum distance between the location
of an adult-use retail (recreational) cannabis dispensary and the locations of (i) other non-
medical cannabis dispensaries, (ii) elementary or secondary schools, and (iii) houses or places of
worship; which Local Law is appended hereto, made a part hereof and marked as
“ATTACHMENT B.”
WHEREAS, copies of:
(i). the proposed Local Law,
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(ii). the narrative Memo of Robert (“Bob”) Galvin, AICP, Village Planner (“Village
Planner”), dated June 30, 2025 (“narrative Memo”),
(v). the State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”) Part 1 (entitled Project
Information) of the Short Environmental Assessment Form (“EAF”), prepared, and
signed, by the Village Planner, dated June 30, 2025,
(vi). Part 2 of the SEQRA EAF (entitled Impact Assessment), prepared and recommended
by the Village Planner, dated June 30, 2025,
(vii). Part 3 of the SEQRA EAF (entitled Determination of Significance), prepared and
recommended by the Village Planner, dated July 21, 2025;
were all provided to the Village Board, in accordance with NYS Municipal Home Rule
Law §20.
WHEREAS, following compliance with all public notice requirements as mandated by the
applicable NYS statute(s) and the Village Code, and distribution of the proposed Local Law to
the Village Board as per NYS Municipal Home Rule Law §20(4), on the Public Hearing date the
Village Board (i) opened, or (ii) previously opened at a prior meeting, and held open/continued,
or (iii) previously opened and held open/continued, and closed, at a prior meeting (or meetings),
a Public Hearing on the proposed Local Law.
WHEREAS, the Rockland County Planning Department, pursuant to NYS General Municipal
Law (“GML”) §239-l, et seq., reviewed the proposed Local Law and provided a GML review
report to the Village Board, dated July 21, 2025 (“GML report”), which GML report made a
finding of no significant county-wide or inter-community impact and therefore, no
recommendations were made regarding the proposed legislation.
WHEREAS, prior to the Public Hearing, the Village Board sought comments on the proposed
Local Law from the Village Planning Board, as per Village Code §360-5.6(B)(3)(a); and the
Planning Board reviewed the Local Law at its meeting held on July 7, 2025, and provided a written
advisory opinion/recommendation to the Village Board offering the following suggested changes:
that adult retail (recreational) cannabis dispensaries be limited to the Corridor Commercial (CC) Zoning
District, which the Planning Board acknowledges would require a different and/or additional
amendment to the Zoning Code; and that a new sub-division “(iv)” be added to establish a 500’
minimum distance away from a Public Youth Facility as defined, and prescribed, in applicable NYS
cannabis law/regulations. Although not part of this advisory opinion/recommendation, the Planning
Board would like the Village Board of Trustees to make every possible effort to enforce the
closure/shutting down of illegal cannabis dispensaries in the Village. The Planning Board recognizes
that this would require the services of law enforcement agencies.
.
WHEREAS, there being no other SEQRA Involved Agency, as an additional part of this
Resolution herein, if adopted on the Public Hearing date, the Village Board declares itself to be,
and assumes the role of, SEQRA Lead Agency.
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WHEREAS, the Village Board, after reviewing the Waterfront Assessment Form for Local
Waterfront Revitalization Plan (LWRP) Consistency Review, prepared and recommended by the
Village Planner, dated June 30, 2025, and after considering all of the discussion and analysis by
the Village Board with respect to the documents referenced and considered by the Village Board
at its Public Hearing held on the Public Hearing date, and at any prior Public Hearings that were
held open, and continued, to the Public Hearing date, the Village Board finds and determines that
the proposed Local Law is consistent with the LWRP and the Village’s Comprehensive Master
Plan.
WHEREAS, the Village Board, acting in its capacity as the SEQRA Lead Agency, and after
reviewing the aforementioned Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3 of the SEQRA EAF, which SEQRA EAF
Parts 1 through 3 were all prepared and recommended, on behalf of the Village Board, by the
Village Planner; the Village Board hereby adopts the said SEQRA EAF Parts 1 through 3, and
incorporates them by reference as if fully set forth herein.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board, after conducting a “hard look”
review of all environmental factors, including, but not limited to, all of the said SEQRA EAF
Parts 1 through 3, and the Village Planner’s narrative Memo, hereby determines that there will be
no potential significant adverse environmental impacts resulting from the Village Board’s
adoption of the proposed Local Law, and makes a Determination of Non-Significance under
SEQRA, thereby determining and issuing a SEQRA Negative Declaration.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Village Board finds, after reviewing the proposed Local
Law and the Village Planner’s narrative Memo, that this Local Law, if adopted by the Village
Board, will enhance the economic and commercial viability, and preserve the livability, quality
of life and aesthetic character, of the Village’s businesses, commercial uses and residences in the
Downtown Mixed Use-1 (DMU-1), Downtown Mixed Use-2 (DMU-2) and Corridor
Commercial (CC) Zoning Districts, and their surrounding neighborhoods, by establishing the
required minimum distance between the location of an adult-use retail (recreational) cannabis
dispensary and the locations of (i) other non-medical cannabis dispensaries, (ii) elementary or
secondary schools, and (iii) houses or places of worship.
NOW, THEREFORE, based on all of the documentation and information before the Village
Board, and the findings and determinations made herein;
BE IT RESOLVED that the Village Board hereby adopts the Local Law in the form and
substance as appended hereto as “ATTACHMENT B,” and as same may have been amended
“by-hand” during the Public Hearing.
7.16 Resolution No. 2025-132: Village of Nyack Board of Trustees Resolution to Declare as
Surplus and authorize auction of a 2012 Parking Authority Vehicle
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RESOLVED, the Village Board of the Village of Nyack declares as surplus, Parking Authority
vehicle, 2012 Ford Transit VIN #NM0LS7DN5CT113075, and authorizes to auction this item
through Auctions International.
7.17 Resolution No. 2025-133: Village of Nyack Board of Trustees Resolution to Approve
Muhamad Melhees (Uncle Mike’s Ice Cream) Application for a Food Truck Permit for 2025
RESOLVED, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Nyack approves a food truck permit
submitted by Muhmad Melheess, doing business as Uncle Mike’s Ice Cream, contingent on the
full satisfaction of all permit requirements as well as a Fire Safety Inspection, and hereby direct
the Village Administrator to work with the permittee to coordinate specific parking location within
the Memorial Park and Marina areas.
7.18 Resolution No. 2025-134: Village of Nyack Board of Trustees Resolution Approving
Mayor’s Appointment of members to the Public Arts Advisory Committee
WHEREAS, the arts are an essential part of Nyack’s heritage, identity, and downtown
revitalization strategy,
WHEREAS, the Village of Nyack Board of Trustees wishes to obtain the guidance of
experienced stakeholders and more generally involve the community in planning and reviewing
opportunities for public art, such as public murals, sculptures and lighting, specifically with
regard to expected public murals proposals and other projects requiring Board of Trustees
approval,
WHEREAS, having appointed Kris Burns chair and Bill Batson to lead this committee on June
26, 2055, that the Mayor’s appointment of the following individuals to serve as an ad hoc Public
Arts Advisory Committee, is approved:
NAMES of MEMBERS
RESOLVED, that the Public Arts Advisory Committee shall schedule an initial public meeting,
inventory both existing and potential public arts projects within Nyack, and regularly report to
the Board of Trustees as to its findings.
7.19 Resolution No. 2025-135: Village of Nyack Board of Trustees Resolution Approving
Mayor’s Appointment of NAME to the Planning Board
RESOLVED, that the Mayor’s appointment NAME as a member of the Planning Board, for a
term of five years, to expire December 31, 2029, is hereby approved.
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8. Department Reports to the Village Board of Trustees (based on availability).
8.1 – Orangetown Police Department
8.2 - Village Attorney
8.3 – Village Administrator - NYF Planning Process
8.4 - Village Clerk
9. Old Business
10. New Business
11. Communications
11.1 Ekatarina Osipova, Best Buddies International, Inc., Best Buddies Bike Run NYC 2025,
Saturday, October 4, 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM.
11.2 Kula for Karma, Healing on Hudson self-care event honoring World Mental Health, 30-40
attendees, Saturday, October 4, 2025, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, Memorial Park gazebo.
12. Public Comment
13. Executive Session
14. Adjournment
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